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Presentations and Forums
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 […]
“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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
“Katharine Hepburn: From Hartford to Hollywood”
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesNewtown Historical Society presents by Christine Rewinski from the CT Historical Society. Born and raised in CT, Hepburn had a decades long, ground breaking career in stage, film and TV. […]
10-Week Theater Class Series
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesThe theater program is led by Beth Young, who has many years experience as a writer, actor, and director. It is a fun way to meet new people and learn […]
November Open House and Chocolate Making Demonstration
Matthew Curtiss House 44 Main Street, Newtown, CTPewter 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 […]
“Rosie the Riveter” Presentation
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United States"Rosie the Riveter” became an iconic symbol of working women during World War II. What was it really like for them? Connecticut Museum Educator, Mya Concepcion, will lead us through […]