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  • Tuesday Evening at the Movies (Frida)

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

    Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (a month-long celebration of Hispanic and Latino history and culture) with a viewing of the film Frida. Best Actress nominee Salma Hayek stars […]

  • Visit with Therapy Dogs

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

    “Paws” and relax at the library with the Exceptional Sidekick furry friends who are trained therapy dogs. They will be happy to offer you comfort and a wagging tail. All […]

  • FONS Roundtable

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

    Join the discussion of senior life in Newtown. All are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact Ned Simpson at neds2124@gmail.com. Tuesday, September 24, at 3:30 pm Senior Center

  • FONS September Social

    Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot - please call early. Wednesday, September 25 Dinner at 5 pm at Testo's (former Roberto's) 505 Main Street Monroe

  • “Sell Your Old Gold” Fundraiser

    Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CT

    Leave your checks at home and bring your old items to sell for cash, and your contribution will support the Adult Work Group for Back Bay Mission in Biloxi, MS! Search for broken chains, bracelets; single earrings; old school rings; rings with missing stone; old gifts; jewelry you never wear; gold non-working watches; dental gold; […]

  • Nunnawauk Meadows Annual Tag/Craft Sale

    Nunnawauk Meadows 3 Nunnawauk Road, Newtown, CT

    Nunnawauk Meadows will be holding their annual Tag and Craft Sale on Saturday, September 28, from 9 am to 4 pm, at 3 Nunnawauk Rd., Newtown. Many household and garden items, jewelry, toys, delicious baked goods, and holiday decor, as well as beautiful handcrafted items will be for sale. Please stop by!

  • Newtown Lions Club Stuff-A-Truck

    Big Y Newtown Queen Street Shopping Plaza, Newtown, CT, United States

    The Third Annual Newtown Lions Club Stuff-A-Truck Food Drive in cooperation with Big Y World Class Market and the US Army 411th Civil Affairs Battalion will be held on Saturday, September 28, from 9 am to 4 pm at the Queen Street Shopping Plaza in Newtown. The event benefits Faith Food Pantry (Newtown) , Hospitality […]

  • Murder Mystery Fundraiser at the C.H. Booth Library

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

    Murder Mystery Fundraiser at the C.H. Booth Library on Saturday, September 28 - "Death Of A Gangster", an immersive 1920's murder mystery. 1920's attire welcome, but not required to attend the event. Doors open at 6 pm, entertainment begins at 7 pm. Libations and lite bites included. Tickets are $100 per person, proceeds to benefit […]

    $100.00

  • Special Do-it-Yourself Book Sale

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

    The Friends of the C.H. Booth Library will hold a special sale of Do-it-Yourself books and media The sale will feature thousands of reasonably-priced books and DVDs covering a broad range of hobbies and crafts: woodworking, furniture-making and other wood crafts; home improvement and decorating; sewing, knitting and other fabric arts; cooking, gardening and more. […]

  • FONS Shredding Event

    Newtown Savings Bank is sponsoring a Paper Shredding Event, with all proceeds to benefit FONS. Seniors pay $5 per box; all others $10 per box to securely dispose of confidential documents. Please remove any paper clips from documents. If you have any questions, please call 203-430-0633 or email info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org. Start gathering your documents now! Saturday, […]

  • Sunday Afternoon at the Theater

    The Little Theater Orchard Hill Rd, Newtown, CT, United States

    Rescheduled for  at the Little Theater, 18 Orchard Hill Rd., Newtown. FONS invites you to enjoy the play, “I Never Sang For My Father”. Tickets are $25 (with $5 senior discount). Order your tickets online at newtownplayers.org. Select "I Never Sang For My Father" and the October 13 2 pm show. Follow the instructions and […]

  • 2024 Nutmeg Fall Pickleball Classic

    Tournament will be held October 19 - 20 at the Lyme Shores Racquet Club in East Lyme, CT. For more information, click here.

  • “Katharine Hepburn: From Hartford to Hollywood”

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

    Newtown 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. Learn the role her life-long ties to CT played in how Hepburn became an icon. Event is free, however, donations are welcomed and appreciated. For […]

  • 10-Week Theater Class Series

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

    The 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 new skills. If you have ever dreamed of writing for the stage, or acting on it, join us! In November, the classes culminate in a […]

  • FONS Roundtable – Traffic Congestion in Newtown

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

    Join the discussion of senior life in Newtown. This month's topic is traffic congestion in Newtown. . All are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact Ned Simpson at neds2124@gmail.com. Tuesday, October 22, at 3:30 pm at the Senior Center.

  • FONS Oktoberfest

    NewSylum Brewing Company 36 Keating Farms Avenue, Newtown, CT

    This is a private indoor event featuring an "All You Can Eat Buffet": Bratwurst, Knockwurst, German Potato Salad, Pizza, Giant Pretzel, and one beverage. Entertainment provided by Solid Gold Times Two; 50/50 Raffle. Cost is $36/person. Please call Bev at 203-430-0633 or Louise at 475-236-1111, or email luann0570@yahoo.com. Tuesday, October 22 5 - 9 pm […]

    $36.00

  • Red Cross Blood Drive

    Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CT

    Thursday, October 24: 8:30 am- 4:30 pm Newtown Congregational Church14 West St, Newtown, CT 06470 Save lives: Give Blood. Make an appointment to donate blood via https://www.redcrossblood.org/ (enter 5320) or by calling 1-800-733-2767. Save lives on October 24 and get a $10 Amazon gift card via email!

  • Friends of the C. H. Booth Library Fall Book Donation Day

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

    Newtown. Donations of books, DVDs, CDs, LPs, video games and complete jigsaw puzzles are welcome. Volunteers will be on hand to help you unload your vehicle and to provide tax receipts. Your donated items enable the Friends to raise money for the Booth Library at the big annual summer book sale, the annual Holiday Sale […]

  • Newtown Turkey Trot

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

    The 15th Annual Newtown Turkey Trot to benefit the C. H. Booth Library will take place on Thursday, November 28. This event offers the opportunity to kick off your Thanksgiving Day celebrations by participating in a 5K run/walk or 2.5K (1.6 mile) fitness walk. To find out more information or to register, please click here.

  • FONS October Social

    Cover Two 100 Church Hill Road, Sandy Hook, CT

    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 - please call early. Wednesday, October 30 Dinner at 4 pm Cover Two 100 Church Hill Road Sandy Hook, CT