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Plant an Herb Dish Garden to Snazzy-Up Meals Presentation
Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United StatesGrow your own herbs by planting a dish garden to take home. Pots, plants, and soil will be provided, along with guidance on how to care for your little herb garden. Each participant will plant two pots with two plants in each – the perfect size to sit on your steps or patio or outdoor […]
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“Silver Linings: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities” Presentation
Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CTFree presentation by John Boccuzzi, Jr., President, ISG Research & Co-Founder of BD Provisions In a world that often seems to move faster with each passing year, maintaining a positive […]
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Introduction to Mushroom Foraging
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesCertified mushroom forager and professional grower James Calcagnini of Mushroom Microfarm will teach an in-depth introduction to foraging mushrooms. You will learn everything you need to confidently and safely identify […]
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“Double Vision”. Play Sunday afternoon at the Theater
The Little Theater Orchard Hill Rd, Newtown, CT, United StatesFONS invites you to enjoy the play, “Double Vision". Tickets are $25 (with $5 senior discount). Order your tickets online at newtownplayers.org. (You will be directed to showclix.com). Select DOUBLE […]
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Heart Speak
Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United StatesFree (anyone who is not a member of the Senior Center need only mention that the fee is to be waived for this program). Preserving life’s most cherished memories with […]
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CANCELED: FONS June Roundtable
Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United StatesThe Roundtable originally scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, at 3:30 pm at the Senior Center has been canceled. Highlights from all Roundtable meetings are available on the FONS website. Please […]
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2025 Nutmeg State Pickleball Games
Tournament will be held June 27 - 29. Check website for times. Rocky Hill Tennis & Fitness Center Rocky Hill, CT. For more information, click here.
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Picnics in the Park & Summer Concerts
Dickinson Park 50 Elm Drive, Newtown, CT, United StatesJoin FONS to “Picnic in the Park” (bring your picnic supper and a chair to the Dickinson Memorial Park Bandshell) and enjoy socializing with friends and family before the free […]
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FONS July Social
Station 25 255 South Main Street, NewtownJoin other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot - please call early. Wednesday, July 30 5 pm Station 25 255 […]
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Timeless Newtown One Town One Read – Join Today!
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesThe Timeless Newtown One Town One Read community-wide initiative - featuring the book Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It by Tracey Gendron, PhD – is underway! […]
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Newtown Labor Day Pancake Breakfast and Parking
Annual Newtown Tradition: a Pancake Breakfast and Free Parking at Newtown Congregational Church, 14 West Street. Meet up with friends and start a great Labor Day in style. $6/person or […]
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Newtown Labor Day Parade
Please support our seniors by WALKING OR RIDING with FONS in the Newtown Labor Day Parade! The parade route is about 1.5 miles over a 1 ½ to 2-hour time […]
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What Are We Voting For?
Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United StatesOn November 4th, Newtown residents will vote on filling seats on 9 Boards, Commissions, and Councils (Town Bodies). To help seniors make informed decisions on who to vote for, the […]
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Newtown Historical Society’s Annual “Little Red Schoolhouse” Event
Join us as we open up our beloved historic landmark to the public! Kids and adults alike will enjoy a 19th century lesson taught by “Miss Melissa,” as well as […]
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Goodspeed Musicals and Theatre Presentation
Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CTPlease join us on Tuesday, September 16, from 6:30 - 8 pm at the Community Center, for a special presentation about Goodspeed Musicals and Musical Theatre. The program will be […]
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Max Kapytka – Moderator at Timeless Newtown One Town One Read Author Presentation
Edmond Town Hall 45 Main Street, Newtown, CTTimeless Newtown One Town One Read Author Presentation - Please join us on Thursday, September 18, at 7 pm at the Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street, Newtown, for Dr. […]
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“The Life of Eleanor Roosevelt”
Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United StatesLeader, survivor, innovator, public servant – these are just a few words that describe Eleanor Roosevelt. Join the Newtown Historical Society as we welcome back speaker Mark Albertson, who will […]
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“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” – Newtown Town Players Production
The Little Theater Orchard Hill Rd, Newtown, CT, United StatesFONS hopes you enjoy this performance. Tickets are $25 (with $5 senior discount). Order your ticket at newtownplayers.org Click on Tickets (you will be directed to showclix.com), select Get Tickets, […]
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FONS September Social
Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot. Wednesday, September 24, at 5 pm Monroe Social 494 Main Street Monroe
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Ageless Grace® Brain Health Fitness
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United States3 month series, meeting twice monthly from August through October. Ageless Grace® is a highly effective brain fitness program based on the science of neuroplasticity. This program is performed in […]