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

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

    Spring Book Donation Day, sponsored by the Friends of the C.H. Booth Library, is set for Sunday April 27, 2025 from noon to 5 pm in the rear parking lot […]

  • FONS April Social

    Cover Two 100 Church Hill Road, Sandy Hook, CT

    Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot - please call early. Wednesday, April 30 Dinner at 5 pm Cover […]

  • Walk To Preserve 6 Commerce Road

    6 Commerce Road is still being considered for economic development. This popular recreational treasure would be lost to hiking, dog walking and horseback riding. Development could threaten Deep Brook and […]

  • FONS Membership Meeting

    Save the Date! The meeting is open to Newtown residents age 55 or older. Newtown Community Center 5 to 8 pm

  • Gentle Morning Hike for People New to Hiking

    Below is updated information on the May Timeless Newtown Hike; please note the change in date and contact information. May 9 – Gentle Morning Hike for People New to Hiking. […]

  • “The Latest Research on Aging” Free Presentation

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

    A presentation by Jenna Bartley, PhD, LCSW-S, College of Health and Human Services, SCSU, followed by a Q&A. Free. Sponsor: Friends Of Newtown Seniors. Partner: C.H. Booth Library. Register at […]

  • 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 […]

  • FONS May Roundtable

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

    Join the discussion of senior life in Newtown. All are welcome to attend. This month's discussion will focus on the feedback received at the FONS Membership Meeting on May 7. […]

  • FONS May Social

    Monroe Social 494 Main Street, Monroe, CT

    Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot - please call early. Wednesday, May 28 5 pm Monroe Social 494 […]

  • Lions Club Great Pootatuck River Duck Race

    Tickets, which the Lions like to call “duck adoptions,” are $10 each and will be available through May 30 at local businesses; they will also be available online via newtownlions.org. […]

  • Plant an Herb Dish Garden to Snazzy-Up Meals Presentation

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

    Grow your own herbs by planting a dish garden to take home. Pots, plants, and soil will be provided, along with guidance on how to care for your little herb […]

  • FONS Shredding Benefit Event

    Newtown Savings Bank, South Main Plaza 274 South Main Street, Newtown, CT

      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! If you […]

  • Introduction to Mushroom Foraging

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

    Certified mushroom forager and professional grower James Calcagnini of Mushroom Microfarm will teach an in-depth introduction to foraging mushrooms. You will learn everything you need to confidently and safely identify local varieties of mushrooms. Class is indoors so that you can see examples and materials to help you feel confident from the moment you step […]

  • “Double Vision”. Play Sunday afternoon at the Theater

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

    FONS invites you to enjoy the play, “Double Vision". Tickets are $25 (with $5 senior discount). Order your tickets online at newtownplayers.org. (You will be directed to showclix.com). Select DOUBLE VISION, select Tickets and the June 8th 2 pm performance and Continue. ADD (+) number of general admission tickets requested and enter promo code: FONS_2025. […]

    $25.00
  • Heart Speak

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

    Free (anyone who is not a member of the Senior Center need only mention that the fee is to be waived for this program). Preserving life’s most cherished memories with your beloved. Hosted by John Bobowski. Do you have heartwarming tales that you're eager to share with your grandkids or best friends? Imagine them enjoying […]