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Habitat For Humanity Aging-in-Place Program
Aging-in-Place is a program that offers home repairs and ADA assistance to seniors, veterans, and disabled low-income homeowners, enabling them to live safely and comfortably in their homes. Habitat for Humanity is committed to promoting safe and livable homes and communities by providing products and services that improve the quality of life. A diverse range […]
IRS Free Tax Help For Some Qualified Filers
The IRS's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs offer free basic tax return preparation to qualified individuals. VITA sites offer free tax help to people who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns, including: · People who generally make $64,000 or less · Persons with disabilities; and […]
Habitat for Humanity Free Spring Clean Up Days
The program runs from March 26 - May 2, 2024. Local seniors and veterans on a fixed income may be eligible for a free spring clean up offered by Habitat for Humanity. To inquire about qualifying or to sign up for a spring clean up, please: Call: 203-744-1341 Email: [email protected] Visit: Housatonichabitat.org/spring-cleanup Please note that […]
FONS March Social
Cover Two 100 Church Hill Road, Sandy Hook, CTJoin other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot. Wednesday, March 27 Dinner at 4 pm Cover Two 100 Church Hill Road Sandy Hook
Free Income Tax Help
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesAARP/IRS Certified Tax Volunteers are available at the C.H. Booth Library on Thursdays from February 1 - April 11, from 9:45 am - 12:45 pm, to help you file your taxes. By appointment only; make an appointment by calling the C.H. Booth Library at 203-426-4533. What to Bring: · Photo ID or other type of […]
Long Term Care Planning
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesJoin Jessica and Lou Pelletier for this educational workshop on long-term care planning. Key topics covered include: Long-term care needs Financial strategies Benefits of early planning Legal documents Financial planning It is essential knowledge in an era where seniors and baby boomers require more care than ever before. Register here or call 203-426-4533. Tuesday, April […]
Free Income Tax Help
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesAARP/IRS Certified Tax Volunteers are available at the C.H. Booth Library on Thursdays from February 1 - April 11, from 9:45 am - 12:45 pm, to help you file your taxes. By appointment only; make an appointment by calling the C.H. Booth Library at 203-426-4533. What to Bring: · Photo ID or other type of […]
Newtown Lions Club Stuff-A-Truck
Stop & Shop Plaza 228 S Main Street, Newtown, CTThe Second Annual Newtown Lions Club Stuff-A-Truck Food Drive, in cooperation with Stop & Shop and the US Army 411th Civil Affairs Battalion, will be held at the Sandhill Plaza in Newtown. This event benefits the Faith Food Pantry (Newtown), Hospitality Hall (Newtown), Daily Bread Food Pantry (Danbury), and the Bridgeport Rescue Mission. Just come […]
Town Hall Swing Dance – Put On Your Dancing Shoes!
Edmond Town Hall 45 Main Street, Newtown, CTThis event is a fundraiser to benefit Ben’s Lighthouse. The ticket price includes an hour of swing dance instruction led by instructors from the Fred Astaire Dance Studio. Light refreshments are included and there is a cash bar which will feature beer and wine for sale. Ticket prices are $50/couple, $30/single ($55/couple, $35/single at the […]
Adult Theater Program Performance
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesStudents from the Adult Theater Program led by Beth Young will showcase their written works and perform seven 10-minute plays. FONS President John Boccuzzi will be performing in several of the plays and staging the reading of his play, "Gags Pub". Please register here to attend. Monday, April 8, from 3 - 6 pm Meeting […]
Free Income Tax Help
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesAARP/IRS Certified Tax Volunteers are available at the C.H. Booth Library on Thursdays from February 1 - April 11, from 9:45 am - 12:45 pm, to help you file your taxes. By appointment only; make an appointment by calling the C.H. Booth Library at 203-426-4533. What to Bring: · Photo ID or other type of […]
Red Cross Blood Drive
Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CTSpring up to comfort needy patients: Schedule a donation today via redcrossblood.org (enter 5320) or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). When you spring into action and come to give blood, platelets or AB Elite plasma April 8-28, 2024, the Red Cross will send you a $10 e-gift card as a thank-you. PLUS, you’ll also be automatically […]
FONS Membership Meeting
Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CTJoin us for wine & cheese, a buffet dinner, dessert, door prizes, and to find out more about FONS! Please RSVP by phone at 203-430-0633 or email at [email protected]. Reservations are required, as seating is limited, so please RSVP now. This event is open only to Newtown residents age 55 and older. Thursday, April […]
Hearts of Hope “Paint with a Purpose”
Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CTEvent honoring 9-1-1 Emergency Dispatchers Join us as we create beautiful Hearts of Hope gifts and give our sincere thanks to the life-saving 9-1-1 Emergency Operators! This event is family friendly and free of charge. Donations are always welcome and appreciated. Please RSVP to [email protected]. For more information on this organization and other upcoming events, […]
Spring Book Donation Day
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesSpring Book Donation Day, sponsored by the Friends of the C.H. Booth Library, is set for Sunday, April 21 — rain or shine — from noon to 5 pm in the rear parking lot of the C.H. Booth Library at 25 Main Street, Newtown. Volunteers will be on hand to help you unload your vehicle […]
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 impact on the landscape and culture of our town. Mr. Cruson will illuminate the lesser known - and least understood - parts of Mary’s life, […]
FONS April Social
Please note the new time. Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot. Wednesday, April 24 Dinner at 5 pm Monroe Social 494 Main Street Monroe
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
This initiative is authorized by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and helps people give back all their old, expired or unneeded prescription medications in various locations all over the U.S. for safe disposal. Keep them safe. Clean them out. Take them back. Saturday, April 27 10 am - 2 pm Newtown Police Department 191 S. […]
David K. Merrill “Lifetime of Painting” Art Exhibit and Book Signing
Newtown Municipal Center 3 Primrose, Newtown, CTDavid K. Merrill's “Lifetime of Painting” Art Exhibit & Book Signing is being presented by the Newtown Cultural Arts Commission, the Lions Club, David Merrill and Rhonda & Chane Cullens. Book signing and reception will be held on Sunday, April 28, from 2 to 4 pm. Art Exhibit from April 16 - June 27 The […]
Newtown School Events – May 2024
Newtown School Events Please join us in celebrating the arts in the Newtown Public Schools and the next generation of aspiring artists and stars amongst us. The exhibits, productions and concerts taking place in our schools demonstrate the growth of all students throughout the year as they continue to develop and master skills specific to […]
“Therapy Session” Mental Health Support Event
May Is Mental Health Awareness Month Join Newtown Youth & Family Services (NYFS) at NewSylum Brewing Co. for the month of May! May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on an essential aspect of well-being that often hides in the shadows. Newtown Youth & Family Services (NYFS) stands at the […]
First Annual Friends of Edmond Town Hall Gala
Edmond Town Hall 45 Main Street, Newtown, CTThe theme is "A Formal Affair." Semi-formal cocktail attire is encouraged. What you can look forward to: Complimentary signature cocktail or mocktail from our partners at Good Old Days Passed and stationary hors d'oeuvres by STF Catering so guests can mix and mingle Live entertainment, cash bar, photo booth Silent and live auction as well […]
Town Players of Newtown Comedy Night
Comedy Night May 4, 8 pm Newtown Town Players Little Theater 18 Orchard Hill Road Newtown Click here for more information.
“The Games” of Connecticut Golf Scramble
Monday, May 13 Lyman Orchards-Jones Course The Nutmeg Golf Scramble will celebrate its 32nd anniversary in 2024 and will be hosted by the Lyman Orchards Golf Club - Jones Course. Funds raised from the Golf Scramble go directly into the Nutmeg State Games & CT Masters' Games general fund and are used to support the […]
May 17-19, 2024 CT Masters’ Pickleball Games
Tournament will be held May 17-19 at the Rocky Hill Tennis & Fitness Center in Rocky Hill, CT. Registration opens February 1, 2024. For more information, click here.
“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 pm. Sunday Afternoon at the Theater Sunday, May 26 1 pm The Little Theater 18 Orchard Hill Rd Newtown. Please contact Barbara Bloom at 203-648-6905 […]
Red Cross Blood Drive
Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CTSign up to help needy patients: Schedule a donation today via redcrossblood.org (enter 5320) or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). A single donation can help up to 3 patients. You'll be glad you can save the day! Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street Newtown Tuesday, May 28 1 - 6 pm
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, May 28, at 3:30 pm at the Senior Center. Join the discussion of senior life in Newtown. All are welcome to join these discussions, which […]
FONS May Social
Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot. Pulcinella Restaurant 640 Federal Road Brookfield. Wednesday, May 29 Dinner at 5 pm
Newtown Historical Society Tag Sale
Matthew Curtiss House 44 Main Street, Newtown, CTSaturday, June 1, from 10 am – 2 pm at the Matthew Curtiss House, 44 Main Street, Newtown. (Rain date is Sunday, June 2.) Donations will be collected on Friday, May 31, from 2:30 - 4 pm at the Matthew Curtiss House. All items must be in saleable condition. Please tell your friends and family […]