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SUMMARY:"Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" - Newtown Town Players Production
DESCRIPTION:FONS hopes you enjoy this performance. \nTickets are $25 (with $5 senior discount). Order your ticket at newtownplayers.org Click on Tickets (you will be directed to showclix.com)\, select Get Tickets\, then select your preferred performance date & time\, ADD (+) number of Tickets and enter promo code: FONS_2025\, Submit\, Check out and Complete Order. \nSeptember 21 – October 11\nVarious times – visit website for details. \nNewtown Town Players\nLittle Theatre\n18 Orchard Hill Road\nNewtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/whos-afraid-of-virginia-woolf-newtown-town-players-production/
LOCATION:The Little Theater\, Orchard Hill Rd\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Presentations and Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T120000
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SUMMARY:C.H. Booth Library Gold Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Please join us! \nFor this fundraiser\, your checkbook stays home and YOU get the money. The price of gold is at a record high. Sell your broken necklaces\, single earrings\, unwanted jewelry\, coins\, and more. Bob “The Gold Man” buys your gold and other valuables on the spot and hands you a check! The C.H. Booth Library benefits with every transaction. \nQuestions? Email bob@libertygoldct.org \nTuesday\, September 30\, from 12 – 7 pm\nWednesday\, October 1\, from 10 am – 4 pm  \nNewtown Community Center\n8 Primrose Street\nNewtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/c-h-booth-library-gold-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Newtown Community Center\, 8 Simpson Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:C. H. Booth Library,Community,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T041714
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SUMMARY:Ageless Grace® Brain Health Fitness
DESCRIPTION:3 month series\, meeting twice monthly from August through October.  \nAgeless Grace® is a highly effective brain fitness program based on the science of neuroplasticity. This program is performed in a chair that keeps participants moving and thinking through the power of play\, set to fun music addressing all 21 physical skills and 5 functions of the brain needed for lifelong optimal function. Ageless Grace® is intergenerational\, for all ages and abilities. Develop a healthy habit practicing 10 minutes daily. It’s never too late to begin. It’s never too early to start! \nThe program will be held at the Newtown Senior Center at 2:15 pm on the following dates. Please register to reserve your spot using the links below: \nREGISTER:\nTuesday\, October 7\nFriday\, October 24
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/ageless-grace-brain-health-fitness-3/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:C. H. Booth Library,Community,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T041714
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T213209Z
UID:2921-1760778000-1760788800@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
SUMMARY:Newtown Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:This FREE event is focused on the health and wellness of our community\, and we are looking forward to seeing residents come out to this year’s Health Fair. This year organizers are grateful for the opportunity to team up with the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs to offer a variety of veteran-specific services\, in addition to offering free health screenings\, free information and guidance\, and loads of free give-aways. \nThere are numerous free drawings\, gift certificates to many local restaurants\, and promotions from many of our local businesses. \nSome of the activities include: \n\nThe VA will have numerous resources for VA benefits\, services and health care questions. Veterans from any town or state can sign up with the VA.\nCar seat safety check\, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Newtown\nTrusted health partners from the Housatonic Valley Health District will be providing FLU SHOTS — bring your insurance card.\n\nSaturday\, October 18\, from 9 am – 12 pm\nNewtown Community Center\n8 Simpson Street\nNewtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/newtown-health-fair-2-3/
LOCATION:Newtown Community Center\, 8 Simpson Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T140000
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SUMMARY:Friends of the C.H. Booth Library Fall Donation Day
DESCRIPTION:An abbreviated Fall Book Donation Day is set for Sunday\, October 19 —rain or shine—from noon to 2 pm at the Blue Building\, the Friends’ temporary donation site at 17 Old Farm Road in Newtown (next to the Dog Park). The Friends have shifted donation operations to this location because of HVAC work underway at the Booth Library. \nJust like previous Donation Days held at the Library\, donors can drive up to the front of the Blue Building where volunteers will help unload their vehicles and provide tax receipts. To expedite your drop-off\, please pack your items to be donated in bags or boxes you don’t need returned. \nVisit boothbooksale.org to read our donation guidelines. You can also contact the Friends at boothbooksale@yahoo.com.
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/friends-of-the-c-h-booth-library-fall-donation-day/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:C. H. Booth Library,Community,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T210000
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SUMMARY:FONS Oktoberfest!
DESCRIPTION:ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET – Bratwurst\, Knockwurst\, German Potato Salad\, Red Cabbage\, Pizza\, Pretzels\, Rolls\, Dessert and One Beverage of Choice  \n$38 per person.\nMusic by Solid Gold Times Two and 50/50 raffle (cash only).\nReservations required on or before October 17. Click here to make your reservation or call 203-430-0633. \n \nTuesday\, October 21\, from 5 – 9 pm\nNewSylum Brewing Company\nKeating Avenue\nNewtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/save-the-date-fons-oktoberfest/
LOCATION:NewSylum Brewing Company\, 36 Keating Farms Avenue\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food,Fun & Games
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T083000
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:For an appointment\, please visit https://www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Enter 5320. When you pop in to give blood\, platelets\, or AB Elite plasma you’ll receive a $10 e-merchant card to the merchant of your choice and a chance to win $5000! \nThursday\, October 23\, 2025\n8:30 AM – 5:00 PM \nNewtown Congregational Church\n14 West St\nNewtown\, CT 06470
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/red-cross-blood-drive-2/
LOCATION:Newtown Congregational Church\, 14 West Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Blood Drives
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T150000
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UID:2894-1761315300-1761318000@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
SUMMARY:Ageless Grace® Brain Health Fitness
DESCRIPTION:3 month series\, meeting twice monthly from August through October.  \nAgeless Grace® is a highly effective brain fitness program based on the science of neuroplasticity. This program is performed in a chair that keeps participants moving and thinking through the power of play\, set to fun music addressing all 21 physical skills and 5 functions of the brain needed for lifelong optimal function. Ageless Grace® is intergenerational\, for all ages and abilities. Develop a healthy habit practicing 10 minutes daily. It’s never too late to begin. It’s never too early to start! \nThe program will be held at the Newtown Senior Center at 2:15 pm on the following dates. Please register to reserve your spot using the links below: \nREGISTER:\nFriday\, October 24
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/ageless-grace-brain-health-fitness-4/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Presentations and Forums,Timeless Newtown
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T170000
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SUMMARY:2025 Nutmeg Fall Classic Pickleball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Tournament will be held October 25 – 26 at the Lyme Shores Tennis & Conditioning Center in East Lyme\, CT.  \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/2025-nutmeg-fall-classic-pickleball-tournament/
LOCATION:CT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T143000
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SUMMARY:Lions Club Model Train Show
DESCRIPTION:The Newtown Lions Club is having a Model Train Show Event to benefit Childhood Cancer Research onThis event is fun for all ages from 1 to 101. Come see what Model Railroading is all about. Learning clinics for all ages of modelers. Win a Lego Model Railroad along with other door prizes. \nAlso added to this year’s event will be a Halloween Costume Parade during the 2025 Train Show. The parade will be a fun festive event for children ages 12 and under to show off their costumes\, participate in a community celebration\, and have a chance to win prizes! All participants will leave with a goodie bag. Come join us for a great day with a nostalgic look back in time at our railroads with this exciting Model Railroad exhibition. \nSunday\, October 26\n10 am to 2:30 pm\nNewtown Community Center\n8 Simpson St. in Newtown. \nAdmission is $10 for adults\, children – $5\, under 9 are free and families (three or more) – $25. Advance ticket purchase is $8 – click here to purchase tickets.
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/lions-club-model-train-show/
LOCATION:Newtown Community Center\, 8 Simpson Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Community,Fun & Games,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T160000
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SUMMARY:Newtown Historical Society's October Open House
DESCRIPTION:18th Century Barn Tour at the Matthew Curtis House. Join us as Tom Evans\, archaeologist and long-time Society member and volunteer\, guides us through the Curtis House barn and its unique collection of colonial artifacts. As always\, our docents will be available for tours of the main house and museum. Refreshments will be served. \nSpecial Note: During our October events\, we will be collecting candy donations for our Halloween trick-or- treaters! \nVisit www.newtownhistory.org for more information. \nSunday\, October 26\n12 pm – 4 pm\nMatthew Curtis House
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/newtown-historical-societys-october-open-house/
LOCATION:Matthew Curtiss House\, 44 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Fun & Games,Fundraiser
ORGANIZER;CN="Newtown Historical Society":MAILTO:info@newtownhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T041714
CREATED:20251006T212218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T192925Z
UID:2913-1761645600-1761649200@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
SUMMARY:FONS October Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join the discussion of senior life in Newtown. All are welcome to attend.  This month’s session is the second of two on the topic: What Are We Voting For? For more information\, please contact Ned Simpson at neds2124@gmail.com. \nTuesday\, October 28\, at 10:00 am\nNewtown Senior Center \nMore on FONS Roundtable Meetings
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/fons-october-roundtable/
LOCATION:Newtown Senior Center\, 8 Simpson\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Roundtable
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T041714
CREATED:20251006T212453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T212453Z
UID:2915-1761757200-1761762600@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
SUMMARY:FONS October Social 
DESCRIPTION:Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot. \nWednesday\, October 29\, at 5 pm\nThe Ranch Pub\n160 S. Main Street\nNewtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/fons-october-social/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Monthly Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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