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Sticks And Stones Farm — A Historic Open Space Looking To Pass The Torch

Tim Currier, who has owned Sticks and Stones Farm for over five decades, smiles as he points to the area of the property dedicated to growing moss on April 9. This part of the property he affectionately calls Moss Mountain. —Bee Photo, Visca

Girls' Lacrosse Team Avenges Regular-Season Defeat In SWC Quarters

Natalie McLean (No 9) racked up eight goals in Newtown’s 18-4 win over visiting Brookfield in the May 19 playoff opener. —Bee Photos, Hutchison

‘Sometimes Change Is Just Ready’: Around Town Real Estate Now Encore Team At Compass

Among the employees of Encore Team at Compass are Nick Valenti (left), Chris Haggerty, Randi Lynch, Jennifer Kelley, Kris Kling, Danielle Valenti, Andy Sachs, Andrew Walker, and James Marron. —Bee Photo, Cross

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The proposed 2026-27 municipal and school budgets both passed by small margins at the May 19 referendum.

Budget Passes In A Squeaker At Referendum

The proposed 2026-27 municipal and school budgets both passed by small margins at the May 19 referendum.

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Fire Reports | May 4-12, 2026

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Sticks And Stones Farm — A Historic Open Space Looking To Pass The Torch

After owning Sticks and Stones for over five decades, Tim Currier is looking to pass the torch to preserve the property and ensure it remains undisturbed open space.

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Snapshot: Nicole Kullgren

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Nunnawauk Meadows Revives Old Tradition For 50th Anniversary

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The Way We Were

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Top Of The Mountain

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Luke Stewart, left, gets past a New Milford defender during Newtown’s 18-7 SWC playoff-opening win at home on May 18. —Bee Photos, Hutchison

Hawk Laxmen, Led By 'Rock-Solid' Seniors, Stay In The Moment To Compile Wins

Newtown defeats New Milford in SWC quarterfinals and will visit New Fairfield in semis.

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Boys' Volleyball Team Beats New Milford

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Girls' Lacrosse Team Avenges Regular-Season Defeat In SWC Quarters

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Girls' Golf Team Competes At Home And Away

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Hawks Compete On The Tennis Courts

Today's Events

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"Small Things" by Lily Mac Hugh

May 21, 2026 09:30 am - 08:00 pm

Mother Goose II

May 21, 2026 10:00 am

Western Council of Government, Housatonic Valley Municipal and South Western Region Municipal Planning Organizations hybrid meeting (Ridgefield, agenda posted)

May 21, 2026 12:00 pm

Meet The DAR

May 21, 2026 05:30 pm - 07:30 pm

Celebration of Kind Works

May 21, 2026 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm

Newtown Talks: Lara Love Hardin

May 21, 2026 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm

Planning & Zoning Commission hybrid meeting (agenda posted)

May 21, 2026 07:00 pm

Sustainable Energy Commission meeting

May 21, 2026 07:00 pm

“Hood Feminism: Notes from the Women That A Movement Forgot” book discussion

May 21, 2026 07:30 pm - 09:00 pm

Pension Committee meeting (agenda posted)

May 21, 2026 07:30 pm

“Here’s To Painting”

May 22, 2026 08:30 am - 04:30 pm

“Small Things” by Lily Mac Hugh

May 22, 2026 09:30 am - 05:00 pm

54th SCAN Juried Art Show & Sale

May 22, 2026 10:00 am - 06:00 pm

Music Dynamics

May 22, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Get Groovy Dance Night for Grades 5 & 6

May 22, 2026 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm

Meet the Democratic Candidates for 106th District (new date)

May 22, 2026 07:00 pm

Don McLean

May 22, 2026 08:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Performance of "King Lear" (TheatreWorks New Milford)

May 22, 2026 08:00 pm

“Small Things” by Lily Mac Hugh

May 23, 2026 09:30 am - 05:00 pm

54th SCAN Juried Art Show & Sale

May 23, 2026 10:00 am - 06:00 pm

Mother’s Day Reset

May 23, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Joyful Jitterbugs

May 23, 2026 11:00 am

"American Destiny" book signing event

May 23, 2026 12:00 pm - 01:00 pm

Memorial Day Weekend Ceremony of Remembrance

May 23, 2026 05:00 pm - 06:00 pm

Final performance of "King Lear" (TheatreWorks New Milford)

May 23, 2026 08:00 pm

Good Karma Comedy Festival

May 24, 2026 07:30 pm

MEMORIAL DAY

May 25, 2026 12:00 am

“Here’s To Painting”

May 25, 2026 08:30 am - 04:30 pm

“Here’s To Painting” **CLOSED TODAY**

May 25, 2026 08:30 am - 04:30 pm

"Small Things" by Lily Mac Hugh **CLOSED TODAY**

May 25, 2026 09:30 am - 08:00 pm

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Youth Voter In Support Of Brandon Moore

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Sticks and Stones Farm is a true Newtown treasure and one of the many places that makes our town so distinctive. I accepted an invitation to tour the farm last spring, and—having been completely unaware of the scope of work Mr. Currier has accomplished over many years—I was utterly impressed. The vision behind the property is remarkable: creative, thoughtful, and grounded in an extraordinary level of execution. The stone house is beautiful, as are the cabins scattered throughout the property, each one rustic, distinctive, and clearly built with care. As an engineer, I was particularly struck by the gravity-fed water distribution system Mr. Currier designed and built to serve every cabin, along with the many other innovative, rustic amenities incorporated throughout the site. I strongly encourage any Newtowner who has never heard of Sticks and Stones—or who, like me, has driven by countless times without realizing what lies beyond the road—to accept Mr. Currier’s invitation and take a hike on the property. The beauty, ingenuity, and the fact that this is a working stone and moss farm are truly eye-opening. I am glad to hear that Mr. Currier continues to work collaboratively with Land Use to bring the property into compliance with zoning regulations. While I am generally not in favor of spot zoning, this is a sufficiently large and unique parcel where preserving its current use makes sense, rather than forcing it into a residential framework that does not fit. I wish Mr. Currier well in his retirement and hope the right organization or organizations emerge to carry forward his vision for Sticks and Stones Farm. The loss of this property to residential development would be an irreplaceable loss for Newtown.

Sticks And Stones Farm — A Historic Open Space Looking To Pass The Torch

Yes we should have, thanks for bringing it to light.

Question About Budget Cuts

Exactly my thoughts, they did some small cuts hopping to appease the residents. There is more to look at, I am glad to hear it from someone who has seen it from the inside.

Encourages ‘No’ Vote On Budget

Exactly my thoughts, they did some small cuts hopping to appease the residents. There is more to look at, I am glad to hear it from someone who has seen it from the inside. VOTE NO

Encourages ‘No’ Vote On Budget

John Respectfully I have to disagree. As a resident I and I think others do not care that the budget increase is less than other towns . Nor do i care that is less than the other percentages you mentioned. We are looking for a fiscally responsible budget, not just one that is less than those items you mentioned. I believe there is still room for more cuts. I urge everyone to vote no

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Close Vote Is Sticky Wicket For Town Officials

Sticks And Stones Farm — A Historic Open Space Looking To Pass The Torch

Girls' Lacrosse Team Avenges Regular-Season Defeat In SWC Quarters

‘Sometimes Change Is Just Ready’: Around Town Real Estate Now Encore Team At Compass

Budget Passes In A Squeaker At Referendum

New York Man Steals Two Cars, Arrested After Police K9 Chase

Fire Reports | May 4-12, 2026

Holiday Closings: Memorial Day

Council Approves Bus Stop Arm Enforcement Ordinance, Considers Cameras

Sticks And Stones Farm — A Historic Open Space Looking To Pass The Torch

Snapshot: Nicole Kullgren

Nunnawauk Meadows Revives Old Tradition For 50th Anniversary

The Way We Were

Top Of The Mountain

Hawk Laxmen, Led By 'Rock-Solid' Seniors, Stay In The Moment To Compile Wins

Boys' Volleyball Team Beats New Milford

Girls' Lacrosse Team Avenges Regular-Season Defeat In SWC Quarters

Girls' Golf Team Competes At Home And Away

Hawks Compete On The Tennis Courts

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