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SUMMARY:Documentary Film Screening: Join or Die
DESCRIPTION: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 our democracy’s present crisis. This film screening is co-sponsored by the Newtown Congregational Church. \nJoin or Die official website \nSaturday\, January 11\n2 pm\nC.H. Booth Library\, Meeting Room
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/documentary-film-screening-join-or-die/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Presentations and Forums
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SUMMARY:FONS Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION: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 Newtown as well as non-residents\, but is limited to 30 seats. Register at MyActiveCenter.com or contact Wendy Devereaux at the Newtown Senior Center by calling 203-270-4310 OR at wendy.devereaux@newtown-ct.gov. \nJohn Boccuzzi\, President of Friends Of Newtown Seniors Inc (FONS)\, will give a brief presentation followed by what we hope will be a lively discussion and\nQ & A session. The goal is to hear responses to the information presented and to use it to plan future workshops\, presentations\, and activities promoting the understanding of\, and healthy attitudes toward\, the aging process. Your opinion counts! Please join us. \nThis event is sponsored by FONS\, with the support of the C.H. Booth Library\, the Newtown Commission on Aging\, & the Newtown Senior Center. \nFONS January Roundtable – Tuesday\, January 28\, at 3:30 pm at the Senior Center. Join the discussion of senior life in Newtown. All are welcome to attend. For more information\, please contact Ned Simpson at neds2124@gmail.com. This month’s topic will be the Nuvance Health Survey. Highlights from all Roundtable meetings are available on the FONS website. Please click here to access. \nFriday\, January 24\, 12 pm\nNewtown Senior Center
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/fons-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:Newtown Senior Center\, 8 Simpson\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Presentations and Forums
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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SUMMARY:FONS January Roundtable - Senior Life in Newtown
DESCRIPTION:Join the discussion of Senior Life in Newtown. All are welcome to attend. For more information\, please contact Ned Simpson at neds2124@gmail.com. This month’s topic will be the Nuvance Health Survey. Highlights from all Roundtable meetings are available on the FONS website. Please click here to access. \nTuesday\, January 28\, 3:30 pm\nNewtown Senior Center
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/fons-january-roundtable-senior-life-in-newtown/
LOCATION:Newtown Senior Center\, 8 Simpson\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Roundtable,Presentations and Forums
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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SUMMARY:Don’t Wanna Be All By Myself
DESCRIPTION: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 of grief on physical health. Together let’s learn how we can effectively navigate this profoundly challenging journey. \nWednesday\, January 29\, 1 pm\nNewtown Senior Center
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/dont-wanna-be-all-by-myself/
LOCATION:Newtown Senior Center\, 8 Simpson\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Presentations and Forums
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Where's Waldo?
DESCRIPTION: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 isolation to the forefront. The presentation will be followed by discussions as we work together to combat isolation and reach our neighbors who may be in need.  \nTo register: Contact Wendy Devereaux at the Newtown Senior Center by calling 203-270-4310 OR at wendy.devereaux@newtown-ct.gov. \nFriday\,January 31\n12 pm\nNewtown Senior Center
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/lunch-learn-wheres-waldo/
LOCATION:Newtown Senior Center\, 8 Simpson\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Presentations and Forums
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