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  • 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 […]

  • Ageless Grace® Brain Health Fitness

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

    3 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 […]

  • “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 […]

  • Ageless Grace® Brain Health Fitness

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

    3 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 […]

  • FONS September Roundtable

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

    Join the discussion of senior life in Newtown. All are welcome to attend. This month's speakers will be Jim Taylor, Editor, and Shannon Hicks, Managing Editor, of The Newtown Bee. […]

  • Ageless Grace® Brain Health Fitness

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

    3 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 […]

  • Newtown Health Fair

    Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CT

    This FREE event is focused on the health and wellness of our community, and we are looking forward to seeing residents come out to this year’s Health Fair. This year […]

  • Ageless Grace® Brain Health Fitness

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

    3 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 a chair that keeps participants moving and thinking through the power of play, set to fun music addressing all 21 physical skills and 5 functions […]

  • Newtown Historical Society’s October Open House

    Matthew Curtiss House 44 Main Street, Newtown, CT

    18th Century Barn Tour at the Matthew Curtis House. Join us as Tom Evans, archaeologist and long-time Society member and volunteer, guides us through the Curtis House barn and its unique collection of colonial artifacts. As always, our docents will be available for tours of the main house and museum. Refreshments will be served. Special […]

  • Edmond Town Hall 2025 Live Performances

    Edmond Town Hall 45 Main Street, Newtown, CT

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  • AARP HomeFit Program

    FONS is partnering with AARP in promoting the AARP HomeFit Program: smart ways to help you live safely and comfortably in your home by helping identify a range of household […]

  • FONS April Roundtable

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

    Seniors' Perspective on Newtown Housing. Join the discussion on what seniors need, want and wish for in housing. Discussion will be led by Joan Alexander, FONS Board Member and local […]

  • Out of Rushmore’s Shadow – C.H. Booth Library Historical Programs

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

    In this 45-minute special presentation for the entire family, storyteller Lou Del Bianco portrays his grandfather, Luigi Del Bianco, and talks about his unsung contribution as chief carver on our […]

  • Newtown Health Fair

    Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CT

    This FREE event is focused on the health and wellness of our community, and we are looking forward to seeing residents come out to this year’s Health Fair. This year […]

  • A Purposeful Life: Finding Meaning and Direction at Every Age presentation

    Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CT

    Appropriate for all ages 13-100 What does it mean to live a purposeful life, and how does that question change across the different seasons of adulthood? In this interactive evening, Bradley Wright, Professor of Sociology at the University of Connecticut and founder of the Life Purpose Lab, will draw on his research on purpose, meaning, […]