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Free Income Tax Help
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesAARP/IRS Certified Tax Volunteers are available at the C.H. Booth Library on Thursdays from February 1 - April 11, from 9:45 am - 12:45 pm, to help you file your taxes. By appointment only; make an appointment by calling the C.H. Booth Library at 203-426-4533. What to Bring: · Photo ID or other type of […]
Long Term Care Planning
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesJoin Jessica and Lou Pelletier for this educational workshop on long-term care planning. Key topics covered include: Long-term care needs Financial strategies Benefits of early planning Legal documents Financial planning It is essential knowledge in an era where seniors and baby boomers require more care than ever before. Register here or call 203-426-4533. Tuesday, April […]
Free Income Tax Help
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesAARP/IRS Certified Tax Volunteers are available at the C.H. Booth Library on Thursdays from February 1 - April 11, from 9:45 am - 12:45 pm, to help you file your taxes. By appointment only; make an appointment by calling the C.H. Booth Library at 203-426-4533. What to Bring: · Photo ID or other type of […]
Newtown Lions Club Stuff-A-Truck
Stop & Shop Plaza 228 S Main Street, Newtown, CTThe Second Annual Newtown Lions Club Stuff-A-Truck Food Drive, in cooperation with Stop & Shop and the US Army 411th Civil Affairs Battalion, will be held at the Sandhill Plaza in Newtown. This event benefits the Faith Food Pantry (Newtown), Hospitality Hall (Newtown), Daily Bread Food Pantry (Danbury), and the Bridgeport Rescue Mission. Just come […]
Adult Theater Program Performance
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesStudents from the Adult Theater Program led by Beth Young will showcase their written works and perform seven 10-minute plays. FONS President John Boccuzzi will be performing in several of the plays and staging the reading of his play, "Gags Pub". Please register here to attend. Monday, April 8, from 3 - 6 pm Meeting […]
Free Income Tax Help
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesAARP/IRS Certified Tax Volunteers are available at the C.H. Booth Library on Thursdays from February 1 - April 11, from 9:45 am - 12:45 pm, to help you file your taxes. By appointment only; make an appointment by calling the C.H. Booth Library at 203-426-4533. What to Bring: · Photo ID or other type of […]
FONS Membership Meeting
Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CTJoin us for wine & cheese, a buffet dinner, dessert, door prizes, and to find out more about FONS! Please RSVP by phone at 203-430-0633 or email at [email protected]. Reservations are required, as seating is limited, so please RSVP now. This event is open only to Newtown residents age 55 and older. Thursday, April […]
Hearts of Hope “Paint with a Purpose”
Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CTEvent honoring 9-1-1 Emergency Dispatchers Join us as we create beautiful Hearts of Hope gifts and give our sincere thanks to the life-saving 9-1-1 Emergency Operators! This event is family friendly and free of charge. Donations are always welcome and appreciated. Please RSVP to [email protected]. For more information on this organization and other upcoming events, […]
Spring Book Donation Day
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesSpring Book Donation Day, sponsored by the Friends of the C.H. Booth Library, is set for Sunday, April 21 — rain or shine — from noon to 5 pm in the rear parking lot of the C.H. Booth Library at 25 Main Street, Newtown. Volunteers will be on hand to help you unload your vehicle […]
The Mysterious Mary Hawley Lecture Series
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesNewtown Historical Society Lecture Series presents “The Mysterious Mary Hawley”. Town Historian, Ben Cruson, will offer a presentation about the life of Newtown’s Great Benefactress, Mary Hawley, and her lasting impact on the landscape and culture of our town. Mr. Cruson will illuminate the lesser known - and least understood - parts of Mary’s life, […]
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
This initiative is authorized by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and helps people give back all their old, expired or unneeded prescription medications in various locations all over the U.S. for safe disposal. Keep them safe. Clean them out. Take them back. Saturday, April 27 10 am - 2 pm Newtown Police Department 191 S. […]
David K. Merrill “Lifetime of Painting” Art Exhibit and Book Signing
Newtown Municipal Center 3 Primrose, Newtown, CTDavid K. Merrill's “Lifetime of Painting” Art Exhibit & Book Signing is being presented by the Newtown Cultural Arts Commission, the Lions Club, David Merrill and Rhonda & Chane Cullens. Book signing and reception will be held on Sunday, April 28, from 2 to 4 pm. Art Exhibit from April 16 - June 27 The […]
“Therapy Session” Mental Health Support Event
May Is Mental Health Awareness Month Join Newtown Youth & Family Services (NYFS) at NewSylum Brewing Co. for the month of May! May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on an essential aspect of well-being that often hides in the shadows. Newtown Youth & Family Services (NYFS) stands at the […]
First Annual Friends of Edmond Town Hall Gala
Edmond Town Hall 45 Main Street, Newtown, CTThe theme is "A Formal Affair." Semi-formal cocktail attire is encouraged. What you can look forward to: Complimentary signature cocktail or mocktail from our partners at Good Old Days Passed and stationary hors d'oeuvres by STF Catering so guests can mix and mingle Live entertainment, cash bar, photo booth Silent and live auction as well […]
May 17-19, 2024 CT Masters’ Pickleball Games
Tournament will be held May 17-19 at the Rocky Hill Tennis & Fitness Center in Rocky Hill, CT. Registration opens February 1, 2024. For more information, click here.
“Moon Over Buffalo” at The Little Theater
The Little Theater Orchard Hill Rd, Newtown, CT, United StatesJoin FONS for refreshments and to enjoy the play, “Moon Over Buffalo.” Tickets are $20 (with senior discount); doors open at 1 pm for refreshments; the play starts at 2 pm. Sunday Afternoon at the Theater Sunday, May 26 1 pm The Little Theater 18 Orchard Hill Rd Newtown. Please contact Barbara Bloom at 203-648-6905 […]
FONS Roundtable CANCELLED
Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United StatesThe FONS Roundtable scheduled for Tuesday, May 28, at 3:30 pm at the Senior Center has been cancelled. The next FONS Roundtable will be held on Tuesday, June 25. Tuesday, May 28, at 3:30 pm at the Senior Center. Join the discussion of senior life in Newtown. All are welcome to join these discussions, which […]
Newtown Historical Society Tag Sale
Matthew Curtiss House 44 Main Street, Newtown, CTSaturday, June 1, from 10 am – 2 pm at the Matthew Curtiss House, 44 Main Street, Newtown. (Rain date is Sunday, June 2.) Donations will be collected on Friday, May 31, from 2:30 - 4 pm at the Matthew Curtiss House. All items must be in saleable condition. Please tell your friends and family […]
Adult Summer Reading Program
The C.H. Booth Library is partnering with vendors from the Newtown Farmer’s Market for the Adult Summer Reading Program beginning this month. Join this program to be eligible for weekly prize drawings from the following vendors: Sweet Ring Farm, The Healing Herb Garden, Balms Apothecary, Nick’s Catering, Shortt’s Farm, Why Not Farm, Emalyn Sweets, Sustainable […]
Library Book & Items Donation Pause
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesThe Friends of the C.H. Booth Library's annual temporary Donations Pause will run from Monday, June 24 - Sunday, July 21. During this period, any donated items--books, games, puzzles, media, etc.--will be discarded. We will again welcome donations starting Monday July 22. This four-week hiatus allows Friends volunteers to prepare for the upcoming 48th annual […]
Monthly FONS Roundable
Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United StatesJoin the discussion of senior life in Newtown. All are welcome to join these discussions, which will be held on the fourth Tuesday of each month. For more information, please contact Ned Simpson at [email protected]. Tuesday, June 25 3:30 pm Newtown Senior Center
Senior Health & Resource Expo
This event is free and will feature over 40 vendors offering resources to seniors, food, music, and raffle prizes. Wednesday, July 10, from 10 am - 2 pm Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging (WCAAA) 84 Progress Lane, 2nd Floor Waterbury, CT 06705.
Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign
Volunteers are needed on Saturday, July 20, from 8 am - 12 pm at Dunkin, 6 Queen Street, to help FONS "ring the bell" for donations to the Newtown Back-To-School Supplies Fund. Please email [email protected] by June 30 if you are able to sign up for a 1 or 2 hour interval between 8 am […]
FONS Roundtable
Newtown Senior Center 8 Simpson, Newtown, CT, United StatesJoin the discussion of senior life in Newtown. All are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact Ned Simpson at [email protected]. Tuesday, July 23 3:30 pm at the Senior Center
Sunday Afternoon at the Theater
The Little Theater Orchard Hill Rd, Newtown, CT, United StatesJoin FONS for refreshments and to enjoy the play, “Amadeus” . Tickets are $25 (with $5 senior discount) Please contact Barbara Bloom at 203-648-6905 or order your tickets online at newtownplayers.org. Select Amadeus and the July 28 2 pm show. Enter the promo code: (for $5 Senior discount per ticket). Sunday, July 28 Doors open […]
FONS July Social
My Place Restaurant 8 Queen Street, Newtown, CTJoin other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot - please call early. Wednesday, July 31 Dinner at 5 pm My Place Queen Street Newtown
Summer Soiree 2024
Aquila's Nest Vineyard 56 Pole Bridge Road, Newtown, CTTuesday, August 6, from 5 - 8 pm at Aquila's Nest Vineyard, 56 Pole Bridge Rd., Sandy Hook. Cost is $24 per person and includes 1 glass of wine, appetizers, music by Solid Gold Times Two, and a beautiful view. Please RSVP by July 29 to either Bev at 203-430-0633 or Louise at 475-236-1111 or […]
2024 Nuvance Community Health Survey
Nuvance Health is conducting its 2024 Community Health Survey. It is now open for all adult residents to complete and we hope you will be willing to provide them with your input. Your feedback regarding health issues and ideas for improvement are critical to helping Nuvance understand and address the health needs in our community. […]
Final Picnic in the Park & Summer Concert!
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 concert by Sounds of Sinatra Music, sponsored by the Newtown Parks & Recreation Department begins at 6:30 pm. Consider inviting another senior, friend, or neighbor […]
Edmond Town Hall Weekly Drive-In Movies
Edmond Town Hall 45 Main Street, Newtown, CTBack by popular demand is the Edmond Town Hall drive-in! Click here for information on the movies offered, and specific dates, $20 carload ticket $6 walk-in Gates open at 8 pm Movie starts at dusk, approximately 9 pm CONCESSIONS: A concessions stand is available INSIDE stocked with candy, drinks, and freshly popped popcorn. Food trucks […]