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  • Walk To Preserve 6 Commerce Road

    6 Commerce Road is still being considered for economic development. This popular recreational treasure would be lost to hiking, dog walking and horseback riding. Development could threaten Deep Brook and […]

  • “The Latest Research on Aging” Free Presentation

    C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United States

    A presentation by Jenna Bartley, PhD, LCSW-S, College of Health and Human Services, SCSU, followed by a Q&A. Free. Sponsor: Friends Of Newtown Seniors. Partner: C.H. Booth Library. Register at […]

  • Plant an Herb Dish Garden to Snazzy-Up Meals Presentation

    Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United States

    Grow 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 […]

  • Introduction to Mushroom Foraging

    C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United States

    Certified 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 […]

  • “Double Vision”. Play Sunday afternoon at the Theater

    The Little Theater Orchard Hill Rd, Newtown, CT, United States

    FONS 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 […]

    $25.00

  • Heart Speak

    Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United States

    Free (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 […]

  • CANCELED: FONS June Roundtable

    Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United States

    The 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 […]

  • 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.

  • Picnics in the Park & Summer Concerts

    Dickinson Park 50 Elm Drive, Newtown, CT, United States

    Join 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 […]

  • FONS July Social

    Station 25 255 South Main Street, Newtown

    Join 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 […]

  • Timeless Newtown One Town One Read – Join Today!

    C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United States

    The 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! […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • What Are We Voting For?

    Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United States

    On 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 […]

  • Goodspeed Musicals and Theatre Presentation

    Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CT

    Please 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 […]

  • “The Life of Eleanor Roosevelt”

    Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United States

    Leader, 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 […]

  • “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” – Newtown Town Players Production

    The Little Theater Orchard Hill Rd, Newtown, CT, United States

    FONS 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, […]