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  • Friends of the C. H. Booth Library Fall Book Donation Day

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

    Newtown. Donations of books, DVDs, CDs, LPs, video games and complete jigsaw puzzles are welcome. Volunteers will be on hand to help you unload your vehicle and to provide tax […]

  • Newtown Turkey Trot

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

    The 15th Annual Newtown Turkey Trot to benefit the C. H. Booth Library will take place on Thursday, November 28. This event offers the opportunity to kick off your Thanksgiving […]

  • November Open House and Chocolate Making Demonstration

    Matthew Curtiss House 44 Main Street, Newtown, CT

    Pewter Pot Fine Spiced Chocolates will be demonstrating the life of an 18th century chocolatier. Chocolates will also be available for sale. Newtown Historical Society Sunday, November 10, at 12 […]

  • History of the Danbury Fair Zoom Meeting

    The Danbury Fair was an annual CT extravaganza that began in 1869 and captivated people from all corners of the region for over a century. Sadly, the fair came to […]

  • Letters to Sala – NHS Student Theater Production

    Newtown High School 12 Berkshire Road, Sandy Hook, CT, United States

    Newtown High School's Production of “Letters to Sala” - Thursday, November 14 – Sunday, November 17 Newtown High School 12 Berkshire Road Sandy Hook. Performance Dates & Times 7 pm […]

  • Gone Missing – The Theater Project Presentation

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

    The Theater Project at the Library Presents "Gone Missing" In-Person. Join us for our autumn theater offering of “Gone Missing”; a mystery about a much loved woman who has gone […]

  • C.H. Booth Library’s Two Day Holiday Sale

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

    The Friends of the C.H. Booth Library’s popular Holiday Sale returns for its 20th year! The Holiday Sale will offer a huge selection of new and like-new gift-quality books for […]

  • Newtown Festival of Trees & Newtown Festival

    Trinity Episcopal Church 36 Main Street, Newtown, CT

    Newtown's 39th Annual Holiday Festival to benefit Newtown Youth & Family Services will take place on Saturday, December 8. For events information and updates, please visit Dec 7th & 8th […]

  • Newtown Annual Holiday Festival & Festival of Trees

    Main Street, Newtown, CT

    Newtown's 39th Annual Holiday Festival to benefit Newtown Youth & Family Services will take place on Saturday, December 8. For events information and updates, please visit www.newtownyouthandfamilyservices.org.

  • Newtown Historical Society Members Holiday Party

    All Members and Volunteers of the Newtown Historical Society are invited to join us following the Holiday Open House on December 8. The festivities begin at 4:30 pm. Not a […]

  • Volunteer 12/14 – Salvation Army Red Kettle Days

    Stop by and donate, or even better, offer to help staff the kettle! The Newtown Chapter of the Salvation Army will be at various locations throughout Newtown on December 14 […]

  • Volunteer 12/21 – Salvation Army Red Kettle Days

    Stop by and donate, or even better, offer to help staff the kettle! The Newtown Chapter of the Salvation Army will be at various locations throughout Newtown on December 14 […]

  • Cookbook Club Registration

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

    This book club is a wonderful opportunity for those who love reading, cooking, and food to come together, share their dishes, and discuss the featured cookbook. January's title is Mostly Plants by Lori, Dana, Corky and Tracy Pollan. To join the event: Please register and pick up a copy of the book on the second […]

  • State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Volunteer Opportunity

    Enjoy volunteering and taking on a new challenge? Become a certified SHIP/CHOICES counselor in our community and become an expert on all things Medicare! As a certified counselor, you will […]

  • Documentary Film Screening: Join or Die

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

    A film about why you should join a club...and why the fate of America depends on it. In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America's civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking "Bowling Alone" research into America's decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to […]

  • FONS Lunch & Learn

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

    The presentation, "Aging Powerfully", will be introducing a new project - "Timeless Newtown: Embracing Every Generation". This session will include a complimentary lunch and is open to all residents of […]

  • Global Community Engagement Day Event

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

    We are happy to announce an upcoming community engagement event that promises to bring together diverse organizations and individuals for an enriching experience. This is an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and contribute to the tapestry of our community. Participating organizations include: Friends of Newtown Seniors Garden Club of Newtown Newtown Historical Society Danbury Student and […]

  • Don’t Wanna Be All By Myself

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

    Navigating grief and loss is an incredibly challenging experience. Join Bob Schmidt and friends for a discussion focused on coping with loneliness and the grieving process. Participants will have the opportunity to share their personal experiences of loss and explore the various ways individuals manage the accompanying feelings of isolation, as well as the impact […]

  • NYA Fitness Programs

    Your health care insurance most likely covers free participation in the NYA fitness facilities, including indoor walking under either the "Silver Sneakers" program or the "Renew Active Program". You can […]