Friday, March 16

By ANDY GOROSKO

Published: Mar 08, 2001 12:00 am

Friday, March 16

Housatonic Valley Council of Elected Officials, 12:30 pm, Brookfield Town Hall, 100 Pocono Road, Brookfield.

Annual Irish Cabaret, begins 8 pm, Fireside Inn, 123 Main Street South, tickets $15, live contemporary and traditional Irish music by The Bold Fenian Men, cash bar, raffles, etc, bring your own snacks, proceeds will benefit St Rose School of Newtown; 270-6898.

Saturday, March 17

ST PATRICKâS DAY

Fundraiser for Newtown Youth Services, begins 7 pm, Fireside Inn, 123 Main Street South, tickets $35, evening of dinner, dancing, entertainment by professional impersonators, live & silent auctions; 426-5679 (Bob Tendler Real Estate).

Dissipated Eight performance, 7:30 pm, St Rose Parish Hall, 39 Church Hill Road, $3 admission, performance by Middlebury College all-male a cappella group, partial proceeds will benefit upcoming Global Outreach trip by college student and Newtown resident Beth Ruscoe; 270-4664.

Monday, March 19

Commission on Aging, 5:30 pm, multipurpose center, Riverside Road, Sandy Hook.

Edmond Town Hall Board of Managers, 7 pm, Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street.

Newtown Youth Services Open House/Orientation, 7-8 pm, NYS offices, 41-A Main Street, opportunity for area residents to learn about opportunities to serve on NYS board of directors (regular meetings are last Monday/month, 7 pm) or as âFriend of NYSâ (planning and working on specific programs and events); 270-4335.

Tuesday, March 20

SPRING BEGINS. Vernal equinox at 8:31 am.

Free assistance with preparing income tax forms, 1 to 4:30 pm, Booth Library, 25 Main Street.

Housatonic Valley Tourism District, Board of Directors, 4 pm, Radisson Hotel and Suites, Presidentâs Room, 42 Lake Avenue Extension, Danbury.

Newtown Public Safety Committee on Garner Correctional Institution, 5 pm, Booth Library, 25 Main Street.

âTeens, Alcohol and Drugs,â free program by the Family Counseling Center, 7-8:30 pm, Booth Library, parents with middle school and high school-aged children are encouraged to attend; 426-8103.

Economic Development Commission, 7:30 pm, multipurpose center, Riverside Road, Sandy Hook.

Borough Board of Burgesses, 7:30 pm, Town Hall South, 3 Main Street.

Wednesday, March 21

Open Space Committee, 8:30 am, Canaan House, Fairfield Hills.

Legislative Council, 8 pm, Booth Library, 25 Main Street.

Thursday, March 22

Charter Revision Commission, 7:30 pm, Town Hall South, 3 Main Street.

Water Pollution Control Authority, 7:30 pm, sewage treatment plant, Commerce Road.

Man of La Mancha, NHS Drama production, 7:30 pm, Newtown High School; tickets $12 adult reserved seating, $11 general admission; student/senior reserved, $8; general $7.

Friday, March 23

Man of La Mancha, NHS Drama production, 8 pm, Newtown High School; tickets $12 adult reserved seating, $11 general admission; student/senior reserved, $8; general $7.

Saturday, March 24

Man of La Mancha, NHS Drama production, 2 pm and 8 pm, Newtown High School; tickets $12 adult reserved seating, $11 general admission; student/senior reserved, $8; general $7.

Sunday, March 25

Cellist Ole Akahoshi with guest pianist Elizabeth Sawyer-Parisot in concert, 3 pm, Edmond Town Hall theatre, 45 Main Street, tickets $14, $12 seniors, children free with ticket-holding adult, performance of Beethovenâs cello sonata, Rachmaninoff sonata, et al, is sponsored by Newtown Friends of Music, reception follows; 426-6470.

Final Save-As-You-Throw Information Session Saturday

The Library Of Things Continues To Expand At C.H. Booth Library

The Voters Chose Newtown

The Plastic Problem

Margaret ‘Peggy’ Elizabeth Annett (July 31, 1943-April 26, 2025)

The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love. We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year. I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.

Budget, Capital Projects Pass: Officials Respond

I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way. It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed. Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.

The voters spoke, loud and clear that they support our schools and municipal services. The majority vote was a mandate to keep delivering well rated education services and keep it" Nicer in Newtown."

Great effort by the those who attended to shine a light on the attacks on Democracy. Thanks for the article so all can understand whats happening.

Hundreds Attend ‘Rock This Democracy’ Rally

Thank you LeReine, for speaking out about this. The list of public servants who are unfairly targeted for abuse just for doing their jobs has been growing. It is a testament to the power of propaganda that otherwise good and well-meaning people can get so emotional as to act out in this way.

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