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Newtown Women’s Club Author/Book Signing Luncheon

Newtown Country Club 2 Country Club Road, Newtown, CT, United States

The local featured author is LaVerne Blackwell, whose book is titled "My Truths, My Triumphs, My God". This is LaVerne's first book and catches your attention the minute you begin to read it. LaVerne is a Social Worker and an active member of her church and FONS, serving as a Board member and Chair of […]

$25.00

Red Cross Blood Drive

Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CT

Summer travel and high demand are here. You can help! Schedule via https://www.redcrossblood.org/ (enter 5320) or 1-800-733-2767.

FONS March Social

Dragonfly Restaurant 55 Stony Hill Road, Bethel. Join other seniors for lunch and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot.

Spring Clean Up Days – Register Now

Housatonic Habitat for Humanity, through its “Brush with Kindness” program, is offering FREE yard clean-up services to seniors and veterans living on fixed incomes. Dates will be available during the months of April and May. To complete an application online, click here. A short form is required with a copy of your current homeowner’s insurance […]

Memory Cafe with local artist, Nancy Cole

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

Monday, April 3, at 2 pm in the Meeting Room at the C.H. Booth Library. A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with changes in their memory and their care-partner(s) to come together. Join us at the library on the first Monday of the month, to connect with others over refreshments and an […]

Medicare and Beyond

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

The father/daughter team of Lou and Jessica Pelletier will sort through: Parts (A - Hospital B - Physician and Outpatient Coverage D - Drug Coverage) Review the pros and cons of Medicare Supplement Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans. Learn about: IRMAA (Income Related Monthly Adjusted Amount) Medicare Savings Programs Medical Power of Attorney How to […]

Red Cross Blood Drive

Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CT

Be a friend! Come to give blood in April and get a free Peanuts T-shirt! Schedule via https://www.redcrossblood.org/ (enter 5320) or 1-800-733-2767.

Local Author Program – Andrea Zimmerman

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

The book for April 19 is "The Great Danbury State Fair" and Andrea Zimmerman will be presenting her work. If interested, please click here to register. If transportation is a problem, please email [email protected]. This is the third local author presentation co-sponsored by Friends of Newtown Seniors and the C.H. Booth Library. You need to […]

Red Cross Blood Drive

Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CT

Be a friend! Come to give blood in April and get a free Peanuts T-shirt! Schedule via https://www.redcrossblood.org/ (enter 5320) or 1-800-733-2767.

Newtown Lions Club Food Drive

Now through April 30, to help local food pantries. Collection baskets are located in the lobby of the Newtown Community Center, 8 Simpson Street at Fairfield Hills through Sunday April 30th. Donations will be accepted any time the Community Center is open. Among the items requested are canned vegetables, canned fruit, canned tuna, sardines, beef […]

David K. Merrill’s Lifetime of Painting

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

An exhibit of David’s art is running through May 31, in the 1st Floor Meeting Room at the C.H. Booth Library. On May 7, join David for a book signing and reception from 1 – 4:30 pm, celebrating the release of his new book which features over 100 of his paintings. The book can be […]

FONS April Social

Marygold's 19 Main Street, Newtown, CT

Dinner at 4 pm at Marygold’s, 19 Main Street, Newtown. Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot.

Homegrown National Park® and Pootatuck Watershed Preservation

Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CT

A public kick-off meeting will be held on Saturday, April 29, at 1 pm, at the Newtown Congregational Church, 14 West St., Newtown. This event will feature two speakers, Lisa Turoczi, owner of Earth Tones native plant nursery, Peter Picone, DEEP biologist, plus much information designed to educate and inspire. To underscore the importance of […]

Newtown Nonprofit Council Volunteer Fair

Volunteers are needed! Join a project team to create the next Newtown Nonprofit Volunteer Fair to connect local residents with local nonprofits and service-focused organizations. Core volunteer fair team members will begin planning in May. Contact Lily Mac Hugh at [email protected] to get involved, more details to come soon! The Newtown Nonprofit Council (NNC) is […]

Newtown School Events – May 2023

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 each art form […]

Memory Cafe

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

A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with changes in their memory and their care-partner(s) to come together. The Bruce Museum presents "Lifetime of Looking", an art appreciation program. Please register for the event.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CT

Summer travel and high demand are here. You can help! Schedule via https://www.redcrossblood.org/ (enter 5320) or 1-800-733-2767.

One Hit Wonders – Live Music at The Palace, Danbury

The Palace, Danbury 165 Main Street, Danbury, CT

“The One Hit Wonderers”, an accomplished group of musicians, will perform legendary hits of the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s. The show is part Rock Concert, part Broadway Show, and part Singalong! FONS has reserved 20 seats at an Early Bird Special price of $35 per ticket, plus a $3 service charge. Free & convenient parking […]

World War I Commemoration & Encampment

Fairfield Hills 3 Primrose Street, Newtown, CT, United States

The Newtown Historical Society, in partnership with the Museum of Connecticut Library of Hartford and the 2nd Governor's Horse Guard of Newtown, will host a World War I Commemoration & Encampment on May 13, 2023 from 9 am to 4 pm on the Horse Guard’s Grounds at 4 Wildlife Drive, Newtown, in remembrance of the […]

Local Author Program

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

The book for May 17 is "The Smoke of Horses" and Charles Rafferty will be presenting his work. The fourth local author presentation co-sponsored by FONS and the C.H. Booth Library is scheduled for Wednesday, May 17, from 5 - 7 PM in the Meeting Room at the C. H. Booth Library. You need to […]

Red Cross Blood Drive

Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CT

Summer travel and high demand are here. You can help! Schedule via https://www.redcrossblood.org/ (enter 5320) or 1-800-733-2767.

Connecticut Masters Games Track and Field Meet

Middletown High School Stadium Age Groups: 30+, 40+, 45+, 50+, 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+, 75+, 80+ Track Events: 50M, 100M, 200M, 400M, 800M, 1500M, 3000M, 1500M, Race & Power Walk Field Events: Shot Put, Discus, Javelin, Long Jump, High Jump, Triple Jump, Pole Vault Entry Fee: $37.00 - for 2 events, $5.00 for each additional […]

Antique Mechanical Toys Presentation

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

Richard Donohue, President of the Cromwell, Connecticut Historical Society, will present “Antique Mechanical Toys”, focusing on iron banks created by the J&E Stephens Company in Cromwell in the late 1800’s. The banks were enjoyable toys for children as well as a way to teach them how to save those very important pennies. These banks are […]

Lunch & Learn – Make Living Spaces Safer & More Comfortable

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

Join FONS for an informative, open discussion on EASY and INEXPENSIVE ways to make your living space safer and more comfortable, based on the AARP HomeFit Program guidelines. Lunch, refreshments, and a free gift will be provided by FONS. Please sign up here through the new Senior Center portal or by calling 203-430-0633 by Tuesday, […]

Red Cross Blood Drive

Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CT

Let's come together to save lives! With summer travel and high demand for blood, it's more important than ever to donate. You can help! Schedule via https://www.redcrossblood.org/ (enter 5320) or 1-800-733-2767.

FONS May Social

Quattro Osteria The Village at Lexington Gardens 32 Church Hill Road, Newtown (across the parking lot from Marketplace restaurant). Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot.

Memory Café

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

Aline Marie from The Newtown Yoga Center will guide participants through a Mindfulness Practice. Mindfulness is the practice of being present in each moment, exactly how you are. It can be practiced seated, standing and involves some very gentle stretching and walking. A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with changes in their […]