Friday, June 23

By ANDY GOROSKO

Published: Jun 16, 2000 12:00 am

Friday, June 23

Hawaiian Luau, 5:30-8:30 pm, St Rose Church Hall, 40 Church Hill Road, all 6th-8th graders welcome (including those entering 6th grade in the fall), admission is $2 plus batch of Jell-O in throw-away container (will be used for a giant Jell-O slide), bring/wear old clothes, bring towel, hosted by St Rose Jr Youth Group; 426-2572.

The Duane Reilley Trio, 7 pm, C.H. Booth Library back lawn, 25 Main Street, free outdoor concert, first of libraryâs Summer Concert Series, performance of variety of music by Reilley on sax, Dave Daddario on acoustic bass, and David Childs on keyboards, picnics welcome, in libraryâs meeting room if inclement weather; 426-4533.

Saturday, June 24

Newtown Heart Health Day, 8 am-noon, Edmond Town Hall gymnasium, free testing for cholesterol/HDL/triglycerides/blood sugar levels, blood pressure, heart attack/stroke multiplier evaluation; come fasting, light breakfast provided; call 426-5524 for appointment, walk-ins accommodated as time permits.

Blessing of the Bikes, 8:30-11:30 am, Newtown United Methodist Church, 92 Church Hill Road, breakfast served until 11, bikes blessed until 11:30, breakfast by freewill donation; 426-7728, 426-4817.

Annual Picnic, Veterans of Foreign War (VFW) Post 308, 10 am to 5 pm, at VFW post on Tinkerfield Road, Public invited; admission $10.

Monday, June 26

Joint meeting of the Board of Selectmen and the Legislative Council for public comments on the townâs proposed purchase of the Fairfield Hills core campus, 7 pm, Newtown High School lecture hall, 12 Berkshire Road.Â

Board of Fire Commissioners, 7:30 pm, Dodgingtown Firehouse, Dodgingtown Road, Dodgingtown.

Newtown Pension Committee, 7:30 pm, Town Hall South, 3 Main Street.

Tuesday, June 27

Public Building and Site Commission, 6:30 pm, Booth Library, 25 Main Street.

Wednesday, June 28

Society of Creative Arts of Newtown meeting, 1:30 pm, Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street, free (non-members welcome), guest artist Beth Ellis will present demonstration on painting a landscape using oils; 426-6654.

Housatonic Area Regional Transit, 4 pm, HART offices, 62 Federal Road, Danbury.

Board of Education, job evaluation of the school superintendent, 7:30 pm, school board conference room, Newtown Middle School, 11 Queen Street.

Conservation Commission, 7:30 pm, town land use office, Canaan House, Fairfield Hills.

Friday, June 30

Opening night for The Revenge Tragedy: A New Comedy in the Old Style by Town Players, 8 pm, The Little Theatre, Orchard Hill Road, tickets $10, new work written and directed by Ruth Anne Baumgartner will continue Friday and Saturday evenings through July 22; 270-9144.

Saturday, July 1

Monthly Pasta Dinner, 5-7:30 pm, Newtown United Methodist Church, 92 Church Hill Road, Sandy Hook, $7 for adults, $6 seniors, $3.50 children, spaghetti dinner with salads, fruit cup, bread, desserts, and beverages; 426-0617.

NUMC Coffee House, 7:45-10:30 pm, Newtown United Methodist Church, 92 Church Hill Road, admission $3 with spaghetti dinner (above), $4 coffee house only, live music by Roger Sprung and Hal Wylie, local musicians welcome to jam, refreshments/desserts available; 426-0617.

A Very Successful Donation Day

Says Referendum Process ‘Lacking Leadership’

Thank You, Newtown Voters

Democracy At Work

Happy To See Taunton Site Developed

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 Chose Newtown

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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