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SUMMARY:C. H. Booth Library - Free Income Tax Help
DESCRIPTION: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 this opportunity to receive expert help with your taxes! Registration is required – click here. \nAvailable on Thursdays from February 6 until April 10\, 2025. \nPlease bring with you to the appointment: \n\nPhoto Id or other type of Identification\nSocial Security Card and Statement (SSA 1099)\nA copy of your 2023 tax return and/or last year’s AARP envelope\nAll tax forms received for tax year 2024 (W-2\, 1095\, 1099)\nEnd of year investment tax statements (INT\, DIV\, Stocks\, Bonds)\nList of Itemized Deductions (Medical\, Donations\, Taxes)\nAny other tax documents you might have\nIRS PIN if issued\, Cancelled Check for Direct DepositNo Tax Session if the Newtown schools are closed due to weather.\nCALL TO VERIFY TIMES AVAILABLE ON ANY GIVEN DAY
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/c-h-booth-library-free-income-tax-help/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tax Return Help
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T190000
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SUMMARY:TIMELESS NEWTOWN: Attitudes toward ageing and why they matter
DESCRIPTION:Our panel represents a cross section of age groups and backgrounds and promises to be a lively and informative session which we hope will stimulate conversations concerning the universal process of aging and how positive attitudes can stimulate a paradigm shift in the way all of us at any age view aging. \nModerator:\nPeter Schwarz\, Vice President of FONS \nOur Panel: \n\nJohn Boccuzzi – Retired educator with 41 years of experience and current President of FONS\nDr. Brianna Garrison – Researcher and Professor of Gerontological Social Worker at Southern CT State University\nMarissa Greene – Master’s Student of Gerontological Social Work at Southern CT State University\nAnn (Nancy) Rhodes – APRN-BC\, Author and consultant on ageing and caregiving\n\nFree Timeless Newtown Event REGISTER HERE \nNewtown Senior Center\n8 Simpson Street\nNewtown\, CT 06470\nTuesday\, April 1\, 5:30-7pm
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/attitudes-toward-ageing-and-why-they-matter/
LOCATION:Newtown Senior Center\, 8 Simpson\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T001201Z
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SUMMARY:Cooking the Books (A Cookbook Club)
DESCRIPTION: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. This month’s title is How to Cook Everything by Mark Bittman.\nTo join the event: \n\nPlease register and pick up a copy of the book behind the service desk on the second floor prior to the book club.\nChoose a recipe to cook and bring to the meeting. Email your choice to smerrill@chboothlibrary.org\nGather on Monday\, April 7 for a potluck and book discussion!\n\nMonday\, April 7 at 6:00 pm \nC. H. Booth Library\n25 Main Street\nMeeting Room\nNewtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/cooking-the-books-a-cookbook-club/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:C. H. Booth Library,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
CREATED:20250318T000514Z
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SUMMARY:Heart Speak
DESCRIPTION: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 your adventures whenever they want! Swing by our gathering\, and we’ll reveal the tricks to transform those stories into treasures! Prepare to immortalize your incredible journey by pressing that enchanting record button.  \nRegister by calling the Senior Center: 203-270-4510. \nSecond Tuesday of the Month\, 1pm\nNewtown Senior Center\n8 Simpson Street\, Newtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/heart-speak/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T224500
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
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SUMMARY:Community Yoga Class Series
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an hour of relaxing and gentle yoga led by instructor Alyssa Mancini. Please dress comfortably and bring your own yoga mat or towel. Registration is required for April 12 and each of the subsequent classes (April 19/May10/May17/May 24/May 31) and space is limited. Sponsor: C.H.Booth Library. Register at chboothlibrary.org or by calling 203-426-4533. \nSaturday\, April 12\n9:45 to 10:45 am\nC.H. Booth Library Meeting Room\n25 Main Street \nFree
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/community-yoga-class-series/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
CREATED:20250330T173013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T173405Z
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SUMMARY:Newtown Historical Society's Antiques Appraisal Day & Open House
DESCRIPTION:Newtown Historical Society’s Antiques Appraisal Day & Open House\nUncover the hidden stories and values behind your cherished treasures! Bring your items to the Newtown Meeting House for evaluations from our professional appraisers. $10 per item\, and photos of large items are accepted.  \nThe Matthew Curtis House will also host its monthly Open House right across the street (44 Main St). As always\, our docents will be available for tours of our historic home and museum. Refreshments will be served. Visit www.newtownhistory.org for more information. \nFor information about the Historical Society\, membership opportunities\, books for sale\, and upcoming events\, please click here. \nSaturday\, April 12\, 12 pm – 4 pm  \nNewtown Historical Society’s Antiques Appraisal Day & Open House\nNewtown Meeting House\n31 Main Street\nNewtown\, CT 06470 \nOpen House\nMatthew Curtis House\n44 Main Street\nNewtown\, CT
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/newtown-historical-societys-antiques-appraisal-day-open-house/
LOCATION:Newtown Meeting House\, 31 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Newtown Historical Society":MAILTO:info@newtownhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T190000
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SUMMARY:A Holistic Perspective on Health
DESCRIPTION:Our panel is comprised of health care professionals\, a researcher/professor and a student studying health care. The panel will discuss the emotional\, physical\, mental\, and social implications of aging and discuss why everyone of every age should consider these forces and the role they play in our health. \nPanel includes: \n\nAlexa Griffin – LCSW\, Newtown Human Services\nDr. Brianna Garrison – Researcher and Professor of Gerontological Social Work at Southern CT State University\nMarissa Greene – Master’s Student in Gerontological Social Work at Southern CT State University\nDr. Peter Licht – MD\, Primary Care and Internal Medicine\nSusan Licht – PA-C\, Physician Associate\, Primary Care and Internal Medicine.\n\nModerator is Peter Schwarz\, Vice President of FONS. \nPlease register for this event at:\nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/a-holistic-perspective-on-health-and-aging \nTimeless Newtown Panel Discussion – “A Holistic Perspective on Health and Aging” \nTuesday\, April 15\, from 5:30 – 7 pm\nNewtown Community Center.
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/timeless-newtown-panel-discussion-a-holistic-perspective-on-health-and-aging/
LOCATION:Newtown Community Center\, 8 Simpson Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Timeless Newtown
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
CREATED:20250416T211406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T211406Z
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SUMMARY:International Food & Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the World Heritage Cultural Center. For more information or to participate\, please visit https://mywhcc.org\, email sattie@mywhcc.org\, or call 203-727-2244. \nSaturday\, May 10\, from 10 am – 8 pm\nSandy Hook Fire & Rescue\n18 Riverside Road\, Sandy HooK
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/international-food-music-festival/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Festivals,Food,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
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SUMMARY:Adult Theater Class Performance
DESCRIPTION:The adult theater group participants led by Beth Young have written their own scripts and will perform a read through of their work. Come to the library to support the culmination of their 10-week journey! Please register here. \nC. H. Booth Library\nMain Street\nLibrary Meeting Room \nMonday\, April 21\, at 4 pm
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/adult-theater-class-performance/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:C. H. Booth Library,Community,Presentations and Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
CREATED:20241030T202533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T203803Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Save lives: Give Blood. Donate Blood NOW. Thank YOU! You’ll make a difference. \nFor an appointment\, please visit https://www.redcrossblood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or scan the poster QR code with a smartphone. Enter 5320. You’ll get an exclusive American Red Cross T-shirt. You’ll make a difference! \n] \nRed Cross Blood Drive\nTuesday\, April 22\, 2025\n8:30 AM – 5:00 PM\nNewtown Congregational Church\n14 West St\, Newtown\, CT 06470
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/red-cross-blood-drive-23/
LOCATION:Newtown Congregational Church\, 14 West Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Blood Drives,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T170000
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SUMMARY:April Roundtable - Senior Life in Newtown
DESCRIPTION: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 be “Going to Class” – discussion of local adult class offerings available\, what can be improved and/or is needed. Highlights from all Roundtable meetings are available on the FONS website. Please click here to access. \nTuesday\, April 22\, at 3:30 pm at the Senior Center.
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/april-roundtable-senior-life-in-newtown/
LOCATION:Newtown Senior Center\, 8 Simpson\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Monthly Roundtable
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
CREATED:20250416T210722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T210722Z
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SUMMARY:Essentials for Safe Hiking Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Linda Dunn of Newtown Hikers\, presenter\, will discuss how to prepare for a hike\, equipment\, what to do in an emergency\, and answer your questions after her talk. This event is sponsored by Newtown Parks & Rec and Newtown Hikers; Partners: Nunnawauk Meadows and Senior Center\, and is a component of the Timeless Newtown: Embracing Every Generation initiative. Nunnawauk residents sign up at Nunnawauk Meadows Office; all other community members sign up by emailing Andrea Zimmermann at apzwriter@yahoo.com. Registration is required. \nThursday\, April 24\, at 10 am\nNunnawauk Meadows Community Room\n3 Nunnawauk Road\, Newtown\n(due to limited parking\, a bus at the Senior Center will shuttle attendees to Nunnawauk starting at 9:30).
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/essentials-for-safe-hiking-presentation/
LOCATION:Nunnawauk Meadows\, 3 Nunnawauk Road\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
CREATED:20250416T210410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T210410Z
UID:2623-1745506800-1745514000@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
SUMMARY:Timeless Newtown: "Factors that Impact the Aging Process"
DESCRIPTION:Timeless Newtown Lecture & Discussion \nJoin Gerontologist Dr. Joseph DeMayo for an insightful presentation on the key factors that influence aging. Dr. DeMayo will explore the importance of human connection and involvement in maintaining overall well-being\, as well as the role of your health care provider as a partner in healthy aging. A Q&A session will follow\, offering attendees the opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussion. \nThis program is sponsored by FONS and the C.H. Booth Library and is a component of the Timeless Newtown: Embracing Every Generation initiative. Please register for this event at chbooth.org.com or call 203-426-4533. \nThursday\, April 24\, at 3 pm\nC.H. Booth Library Community Room\\n25 Main Street\, Newtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/timeless-newtown-factors-that-impact-the-aging-process/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:C. H. Booth Library,Community,Educational,Presentations and Forums,Timeless Newtown
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
CREATED:20250406T204049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T204049Z
UID:2563-1745661600-1745679600@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
SUMMARY:Newtown Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Food\, music\, crafts\, vendors\, demonstrations\, fun! Newtown’s Earth Day is a full day of fun for the whole family – highlighting Newtown’s abundant natural resources\, helping our community go green\, and supporting a green college scholarship for a deserving Newtown High School Student.  \nVisit www.NewtownEarthDay.org for more information. \nSaturday\, April 26\, from 10 am – 3 pm\nNewtown Middle School\n11 Queen Street
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/newtown-earth-day/
LOCATION:Newtown Middle School\, 11 Queen Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Food,Fun & Games
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
CREATED:20250406T204348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T204715Z
UID:2566-1745755200-1745773200@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
SUMMARY:Friends of the C.H. Booth Library Book Donation Day
DESCRIPTION: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 of the C.H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown. Volunteers will be on hand to help you unload your vehicle and to provide tax receipts. \nYour donated items enable the Friends to raise money for the Booth Library at the big annual summer book sale (scheduled for July 11-15\, 2025 at Reed Intermediate School)\, the annual Holiday Sale in early December\, and the Friends-operated Little Book Store\, which is open year-round near the main circulation desk on the second floor of the library. We’ve posted our donation guidelines at boothbooksale.org. For more information\, you can also contact the Friends at boothbooksale@yahoo.com or leave a message at 203-270-4537.
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/friends-of-the-c-h-booth-library-book-donation-day/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:C. H. Booth Library,Fundraiser,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
CREATED:20250409T204014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T204014Z
UID:2595-1745769600-1745775000@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
SUMMARY:FONS & Waterbury Symphony Orchestra - Town Hall Series
DESCRIPTION:  \nVisit Edmond Town Hall for more information \nVisit Waterbury  Symphony Orchestra for more information
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/fons-waterbury-symphony-orchestra-town-hall-series/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143745
CREATED:20250416T210024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T210024Z
UID:2620-1746032400-1746037800@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
SUMMARY:FONS April Social
DESCRIPTION:Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot – please call early. \nWednesday\, April 30\nDinner at 5 pm\nCover Two\, Church Hill Rd\, Sandy Hook
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/fons-april-social-3/
LOCATION:Cover Two\, 100 Church Hill Road\, Sandy Hook\, CT\, 064782
CATEGORIES:Community,Food,Monthly Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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