Saturday, October 25

By ANDY GOROSKO

Published: Oct 24, 2008 12:00 am

Saturday, October 25

Â Voter Registration, 9 amânoon, Registrarsâ office at Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street, will need proof of Newtown residency, be at least 18 by November 4, call for additional information; 270-4250.

VNA Flu Shot Clinic, 11 amâ1 pm, Newtown Middle School, 11 Queen Street, free with Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, ConnectiCare, Health Net, Medicare Part B, or Oxford (bring proof of insurance), otherwise $35, all ages welcome; 792-4120.

October Skate Fest, 11 amâ5 pm rain or shine, Dickinson Park, Elm Drive, admission $10, skateboard park (helmets mandatory), refreshments, poster contest, proceeds to benefit Donate To Skate; 364-9607.

Pizza Pizzaz Party, 11:30 amâ1 pm, The Homesteads at Newtown, 166 Mt Pleasant Road, free program will feature Chef Hector Valez making and tossing fresh dough, then cooking pizza for lunch, all welcome; 426-8118.

Kids Day America 2008, 12â4 pm, Reed Intermediate School, 3 Trades Lane, free, Amber Alert cards and dental toothprints, Bluefish and Westerners mascots, spinal and nutritional screenings, health and safety awareness handouts, arts and crafts, face painting and more; 426-6334.

NUSAR vs Harlem Superstars, 7 pm, Newtown High School, 12 Berkshire Road, tickets $10, free ages 5 and under, family entertainment and sportsmanship, plenty of fan interaction; 426-0140.

Sunday, October 26

Final weekend Sandy Hook Village Farmers Market, 9 amâ1 pm, 3-5 Glen Road, Sandy Hook, flowers, fruits, and vegetables from local farmers, baked goods, nutritional seminars, monthly family activities; 426-2427.

Monday, October 27

Board of Fire Commissioners annual dinner meeting, 6 pm, Mona Lisa Restaurant, 160 South Main Street.

Tuesday, October 28

Flu Shot Clinic, 9 amânoon, Newtown Senior Center, 14 Riverside Road, see October 25 details; 792-4120.

Conservation Commission, 6 pm, Town Offices, 31 Peckâs Lane.

Public Building and Site Commission, 6:30 pm, Reed Intermediate School, 3 Trades Lane.

Hattertown Historic District Commission, 7 pm, Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street.

Design Advisory Board, 7 pm, Town Offices, 31 Peckâs Lane.

Wednesday, October 29

âLunch & Learn: Talking With Your Doctor â How to communicate and develop a good relationship,â lunch at noon, program 12:15, Ashlar of Newtown, 139 Toddy Hill Road, free (reservations requested for proper lunch count), presentation by Jennifer Tanger-King, ACSW, LCSW; 888-679-9997.

Housatonic Area Regional Transit (HART), board of directors, 4 pm, HART offices, 62 Federal Road, Danbury

Friday, October 31

HALLOWEEN

Flu Shot Clinic, 10 amâ2 pm, Newtown Savings Bank, 39 Main Street, free with Aetna, Anthem BC/BC, ConnectiCare, Oxford, and Medicare Part B (bring proof of insurance), otherwise $35, pneumonia shots $52, presented by Newtown & Bethel VNAs; 792-0864.

Saturday, November 1

NUMC Monthly Pasta Dinner, 5â7:30 pm, Newtown United Methodist Church, 92 Church Hill Road, $9 adults, $8 seniors, $3.50 children, full spaghetti dinner with salad, desserts, and soft drinks/coffee raises funds for church, all welcome, coffee house/musical event follows; 426-9998.

NUMC Coffee House, 7:45â10:30 pm, Newtown United Methodist Church, 92 Church Hill Road, admission $4 for those attending earlier pasta dinner (see listing above), $5 otherwise, live bluegrass and folk music, refreshments, suitable for all ages; 426-9998.

Sunday, November 2

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS

(set clocks back one hour)

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Dan was a real gentleman. I had the honor of knowing him for about 10 years from high school and into early adulthood. He was always upbeat and amiable. His love of golf was boundless. I remember him droning on about the type of wedge this or that professional golfer was playing at any given time. He loved to play also. Dan made the winning putt that clinched a championship for NHS men’s golf in 1984. It was a snaking, downhill putt that few people would have had the nerve or imagination to have holed at such a critical moment. It was magic!! You are a true gem, Dan. May your eternal reward be endless days of long, straight drives and the sound of difficult putts finding the bottom of the hole.

Daniel R. Baker

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“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” The 1st Amendment does NOT say "except when there's a budget problem, or when some people wish things would quiet down." There is no way a proposed ordinance can be construed as other than singling out RockthisDemocracy, and also no way the town does not get expensively buried in court should it be foolish enough to go down this path.

Assembly Ordinance?

The Editor suggest a meeting between the "Rock This Democracy " and the Police Commission. As a former Police Commissioner the Chief should have followed the chain of command and discussed this with the Police Commission. The Chief reports to the Elected Police Commission not our Republican First Selection. Can't help but feel this is Republican politics again making an issue out of a non issue.

I support Chief Kullgren’s request to explore permitting, and cost-sharing for large gatherings. The right to protest is a cornerstone of our democracy, and I fully support the constitutional right to free speech and assembly. However, where and how often these protests occur matters. Main Street is not just a symbol — it’s a vital artery for daily life in town. When events are held there monthly, and at increasing scale, they cause disruption to residents, businesses, and traffic. While the Rock This Democracy group may describe these protests as unique or urgent, the frequency — roughly once every two weeks this spring — suggests more of a recurring series than a singular, spontaneous moment of civic expression. This isn’t about silencing anyone. It’s about fairness, public safety, and fiscal responsibility. Every time a protest happens, our police department is forced to assign resources, often on overtime. That expense adds up quickly. If any group wants to use public space regularly, particularly in a way that impacts traffic and requires police presence, then it’s reasonable for the town to consider permitting and cost-sharing — just as we do for other organized events like races, festivals, or parades. Let’s protect everyone’s rights — including the right of the community to function smoothly and the right of taxpayers not to bear undue cost for repeated events. I trust the Council to consider a reasonable path forward that balances speech with responsibility.

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