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  • 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 […]

  • 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, […]

  • 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 […]

  • Lunch & Learn – Where’s Waldo?

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

    There are no strangers, just friends you haven’t met yet. Please join us for a presentation by FONS and the Department of Human Services as we bring the issue of […]

  • Retirement and Caregiving: Strategies for Success

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

    Are you planning for retirement or balancing caregiving responsibilities—or both? Oftentimes, these life journeys are intertwined. Join Ann (Nancy) Rhodes, NP and Lori Candela, M.Ed., CPRC for a conversation designed […]

  • C. H. Booth Library – Cookbook Club

    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. February's title is The […]

  • Goldstone Caregiver Center Programs-Dates Vary

    The Goldstone Caregiver Center at Danbury Hospital

    The Goldstone Caregiver Center at Danbury Hospital invites you to attend their programs and events regardless of who you care for or where you are located. While all programs have […]

  • Social Security Education Workshop

    Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CT

    Understanding Your Social Security Benefit Options Laura Lehrhaupt, Certified Financial Fiduciary, will present a free educational workshop covering one of the most relevant and challenging financial topics Americans face today. […]

  • Protect Our Pollinators Presents: Neonics High Harm and Low Benefit

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

    Presentations by The Connecticut Audubon Society, Pollinator Pathway, and Protect Our Pollinators. Join us for a must-see program featuring experts who will share shocking information about neonics, a powerful, widely […]

  • “Aging Powerfully” Follow Up Presentation

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

    We have compiled thoughts, comments, and feedback from the first session. A summary of the input will be provided to help guide the discussion. Please come prepared to share your […]

  • Design and Create Your Own Pendant Necklace – C. H. Booth Library

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

    Design, create and go home with your very own handmade necklace. All materials are provided. This event is for individuals in grade 9 to adults. Please register here in advance. […]

  • Newtown Historical Society’s March Open House

    Matthew Curtiss House 44 Main Street, Newtown, CT

    Master Shoe Maker Demonstration Join us for a demonstration by Andrew Rowland, who will guide us through a day in the life of a cordwainer, or shoe maker. As always, […]

  • TIMELESS NEWTOWN: Attitudes toward ageing and why they matter

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

    Our panel represents a cross section of age groups and backgrounds and promises to be a lively and informative session which we hope will stimulate conversations concerning the universal process […]

  • A Holistic Perspective on Health

    Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CT

    Our panel is comprised of health care professionals, a researcher/professor and a student studying health care. The panel will discuss the emotional, physical, mental, and social implications of aging and […]

  • Essentials for Safe Hiking Presentation

    Nunnawauk Meadows 3 Nunnawauk Road, Newtown, CT

    Linda Dunn of Newtown Hikers, presenter, will discuss how to prepare for a hike, equipment, what to do in an emergency, and answer your questions after her talk. This event […]

  • Timeless Newtown: “Factors that Impact the Aging Process”

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

    Timeless Newtown Lecture & Discussion Join Gerontologist Dr. Joseph DeMayo for an insightful presentation on the key factors that influence aging. Dr. DeMayo will explore the importance of human connection […]

  • Newtown Earth Day

    Newtown Middle School 11 Queen Street, Newtown, CT

    Food, music, crafts, vendors, demonstrations, fun! Newtown's Earth Day is a full day of fun for the whole family - highlighting Newtown's abundant natural resources, helping our community go green, […]