Neff Productions

This is NOT an April Fools joke!
We’re offering 6 free seats for our Gilded Age Bus Tour on April 1 at 9:30 AM.
Step back in time and experience the stories, homes, and history of New London’s Gilded Age with our knowledgeable local docents.
To reserve your seat on the bus:
Email [email protected]
First come, first served. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Want to know what I’ve been up to lately? Well… here it is!
I’m so excited to officially share my new business venture with the historian Gail B. MacDonald.
Uncovering New London Historical Tours!
We’re bringing the stories of New London to life — one story at a time. From hidden gems and maritime history to the fascinating people, architecture, and untold stories that shaped our city, we’re diving deep into the heart of it all. ⚓🏛️
Whether you’re a lifelong resident or visiting for the first time, you’ll see New London in a whole new way.
Stay tuned for special themed tours, and some exciting surprises we have planned!
History is everywhere… you just have to uncover it- One Story at a time !💙

Downtown New London Association New London St. Patrick's Day Parade 00 Days 00 Hours 00 Minutes 00 Seconds New London St. Patrick’s Day Parade Fundraiser Dinner Join Us for a Special Evening! Friday, March 6, 2026 The New London St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee invites you to... March 6, 2026 5:00 pm Irish Flag Raising March...

Good news from the Diocese! ☘️
The Bishop Richard F. Reidy has graciously granted the New London St. Patrick’s Day Parade a dispensation for our fundraiser taking place Friday, March 6, from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Since the celebration falls on a Friday of Lent, you may enjoy the festivities, but don’t forget to balance the blessing with a small act of penance or charity afterward he stated.

After the St. Patrick's Day Parade New London, keep the celebration going with the NL Firefighters Pipes & Drums Pub Crawl! 🍀🎶

Happy to be speaking at the Mitchell College Business Speaker Series.

Local Entrepreneurs to Headline Mitchell College Business Speaker Series One of your neighbors posted in Community Corner. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

🍀 The New London St. Patrick’s Day Parade is looking for businesses, organizations or families interested in advertising in our official parade guide. 🍀
Maybe it’s a promotion for your business or a heartfelt shout-out to a beloved Irish family member. However you choose to celebrate, we’d love to include you!

For pricing and details, please contact Barbara Neff at: [email protected]

Exciting news! 📚🐾

Sonny the Gentle Beast
will soon be available in Spanish! 🇪🇸✨

We can’t wait to share Sonny’s sweet adventure with even more families and young readers. Stay tuned for the official release date and get ready to experience the love, joy, and gentle spirit of Sonny in a whole new way.

No podemos esperar para compartir la dulce aventura de Sonny con aún más familias y jóvenes lectores. Mantente atento a la fecha oficial de lanzamiento y prepárate para vivir el amor, la alegría y el espíritu gentil de Sonny de una manera totalmente nueva.

¡Muy pronto! 💛
Neff Productions

Help me congratulations the 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade New London Grand Marshal Valerie Tamano!🍀

🍀 With great pleasure, we are proud to introduce the 2026 New London St. Patrick’s Day Parade Grand Marshal!

Please join us in congratulating Valerie Tamano , this year’s honoree. Read more below about her dedication, and commitment to our community below.

Valerie (Val) Tamano was born in Brooklyn, NY and moved to New London at the age of 5. She graduated from New London High School, Class of 1970. For over 20 years Val served as chief executive assistant to several of New London Public School’s superintendents. She remains a contact person for citizens to call about programs and initiatives, to make connections within the school system, or to learn more about students’ needs.

Besides her duties with NLPS, Val has served on the board of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut, New London’s Sailfest Committee, NLHS Reunion Committees, and many if not all the parades sponsored by the Downtown New London Association and New London Public Schools, including this one.

Val’s most enduring legacy is in founding, establishing and serving as president of the New London Education Foundation which supports the New London Public Schools (NLPS) through increased student-achievement initiatives, cultural awareness, professional development for faculty and staff, school improvement efforts, and enrichment programs. It also serves as a conduit for scholarship funds which assist New London Public School students in advancing their education. Thanks to Val’s vision, leadership and passion for the youth of NL along with that of its board members and donors, NLEF distributed $30,000 in scholarships and awards in the 2024-25 academic year alone.

Val is the proud granddaughter of Anna Haywood from County Antrim, Ireland. Antrim is in the northeast corner of Ireland and is home to the famous geological site Giant’s Causeway, and its topography became familiar to TV viewers through the popular series “Game of Thrones”. Belfast, the Antrim County seat, is where the “Titanic” was built.

This is only the tip of the iceberg of Val’s life of service to New London - the community she holds dear. Today we honor Val’s Irish heritage and her lifetime commitment to serving the community of New London.