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  • Newtown Senior Center Membership – Join today!

    Are you a member? Dues are $20 for Newtown residents and $25 for out-of-town members. The walk-in fee is $5 per day. Cash or check are accepted. Checks should be […]

  • NYA Fitness Programs

    Your health care insurance most likely covers free participation in the NYA fitness facilities, including indoor walking under either the "Silver Sneakers" program or the "Renew Active Program". You can […]

  • Newtown School Events

    The Visual and Performing Arts Department teachers and students would be honored to have you attend their events. Concerts/Other Events: Jan. 13 - 31 - Scholastic Art Show (M-F 10-4; […]

  • Lunch & Learn – Where’s Waldo?

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

    There are no strangers, just friends you haven’t met yet. Please join us for a presentation by FONS and the Department of Human Services as we bring the issue of […]

  • Retirement and Caregiving: Strategies for Success

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

    Are you planning for retirement or balancing caregiving responsibilities—or both? Oftentimes, these life journeys are intertwined. Join Ann (Nancy) Rhodes, NP and Lori Candela, M.Ed., CPRC for a conversation designed […]

  • Operation Heart to Heart – Valentines for Troops

    Newtown Youth and Family Services 15 Berkshire Road, Sandy Hook, CT, United States

    Join Newtown Youth & Family Services in showing appreciation to our hometown heroes! Say “Thank You” to one of our many soldiers by making a card and dropping it off […]

  • C. H. Booth Library – Cookbook Club

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

    This book club is a wonderful opportunity for those who love reading, cooking, and food to come together, share their dishes, and discuss the featured cookbook. February's title is The […]

  • C. H. Booth Library – Free Income Tax Help

    Free Income Tax Help - The C.H. Booth Library is pleased to announce FREE income tax assistance, provided through a partnership between the AARP Foundation and the IRS. Don't miss […]

  • Goldstone Caregiver Center Programs-Dates Vary

    The Goldstone Caregiver Center at Danbury Hospital

    The Goldstone Caregiver Center at Danbury Hospital invites you to attend their programs and events regardless of who you care for or where you are located. While all programs have […]

  • Social Security Education Workshop

    Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CT

    Understanding Your Social Security Benefit Options Laura Lehrhaupt, Certified Financial Fiduciary, will present a free educational workshop covering one of the most relevant and challenging financial topics Americans face today. […]

  • Protect Our Pollinators Presents: Neonics High Harm and Low Benefit

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

    Presentations by The Connecticut Audubon Society, Pollinator Pathway, and Protect Our Pollinators. Join us for a must-see program featuring experts who will share shocking information about neonics, a powerful, widely […]

  • Waterbury Symphony Jazz Ensemble

    Edmond Town Hall 45 Main Street, Newtown, CT

    FONS has negotiated a 20% discount off the $45 ticket price ($36 not including box office fees). All seats are General Admission. Come help us celebrate the 100th anniversary of […]

  • Theater Program with Beth Young

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

    This 10-week series of classes is led by Beth Young, who has many years of experience as a writer, actor, and director. The classes are a fun way to meet […]

  • FONS February 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. This month's topic will be traffic in Newtown. […]

  • FONS February Social

    My Place Restaurant 8 Queen Street, Newtown, 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, February 26, dinner at 4 pm My […]

  • Free blood pressure checks

    Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CT

    The Newtown Health District and the Newtown Community Center have teamed up to celebrate healthy hearts in our community. Early detection saves lives! No registration is required. Newtown Community Center […]

  • Adult Show and Tell – C. H. Booth Library

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

    It’s the adults’ turn for show and tell! Tell a story with one object at an Adult Show and Tell. Share a toy from your childhood, a family heirloom, a […]

  • C. H. Booth Poetry Walk Submissions due 2/ 28

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

    Poetry Walk Submissions are due by Friday, February 28. Members of the public are invited to submit their own short poems to be considered for a Poetry Walk. Poems will […]