Friday, November 11

By ANDY GOROSKO

Published: Nov 11, 2005 12:00 am

Friday, November 11

VETERANSâ DAY

Tercentennial Veteransâ Day Ceremony, 11 am, at Soldiers & Sailors Monument, Main Street at Hanover Road, service to honor all of Newtownâs veterans will include the dedication of memorial plaque for Gulf War veterans.

âColonial Lifeâ workshop, begins 11 am, Matthew Curtiss House-Museum, 44 Main Street, free, one-hour hands-on program for grades Kâ3 will show differences between Colonial and contemporary lives of children, registration required (space limited); 426-5937.

Winterset Ski Club Raffle Night, 7:30â10 pm, Edmond Town Hall gymnasium, 45 Main Street, open to members and anyone interested in learning about/joining the Newtown-based ski club, its upcoming local and regional trips, presentations by trip leaders and guest speakers; 304-3262.

Saturday, November 12

Flu Shot Clinic, 9 amânoon, Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street, $15 (subsidies available, many insurances accepted), presented by Newtown Health District and Visiting Nurse Association; 270-4291.

Annual Folk Art Santas Open House, 10 amâ5 pm, 165 Hanover Road, display of original Santa carvings hand painted, meticulously distressed, antiqued, signed, and dated, all available for purchase, light refreshments available, continues November 13; 426-6523.

Blue & Gold Wine Fundraiser, 6:30â9:30 pm, Edmond Town Hall gymnasium, 45 Main Street, $45/couple, $25/single, fundraiser for NHS Blue & Gold Booster Club will offer 50 selected wines, hors dâoeuvres by NHS culinary students and chamber music by NHS ensemble; 270-9112.

Sunday, November 13

Annual Folk Art Santas Open House, 10 amâ5 pm, 165 Hanover Road, see November 12 details.

Paris Piano Trio in concert, 3 pm, Edmond Town Hall theater, 45 Main Street, tickets $18, $16 seniors and students, free for ages 5â15 with ticket-holding adult, works by Haydn (Trio in E flat minor, Hob XV #31), Schumann (Trio in D minor, Op 63) & Schubert (Trio in E-flat Major, Op 100, D 929), informal postperformance reception with musicians, sponsored by Newtown Friends of Music; 426-6470.

Monday, November 14

Scholastic Book Fair opens, 8:15 amâ4:30 pm, Hawley School, 29 Church Hill Road, open to public, Scholastic Book Fairs event will continue daily until November 18; 426-6033.

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

Tuesday, November 15

Free Blood Pressure Screening, 10 amânoon, Lockwood Lodge Wellness Center at Ashlar of Newtown, 139 Toddy Hill Road, 426-5847.

Lunch & Learn: âUnderstanding Food Labels,â Ashlar of Newtown, 139 Toddy Hill Road, noon, free program (registration required), registered dietician Tina Miller will show how to read and fully understand food labels, complimentary lunch; 364-3127.

Cable Television Advisory Council, 7 pm, Charter Communications, Commerce Road.

Board of Education, 7:30 pm, Reed Intermediate School at Fairfield Hills.

Economic Development Commission, 7:30 pm, Multipurpose Center, 14 Riverside Road.

Fairfield Hills Management Committee, 7:30 pm, Town Hall, 3 Main Street.

Wednesday, November 16

Legislative Council, 7:30 pm, Booth Library, 25 Main Street.

Thursday, November 17

Laurie Krebs at Book Fair, 12:40â2 pm, Hawley School, 29 Church Hill Road, former Ridgefield school teacher will be in Newtown to sign copies of her books, limited number of preordered copies also available; 426-6033.

Flagpole Photographers meeting, 7:30 pm, C.H. Booth Library lower meeting room, 25 Main Street, free (nonmembers welcome), program by photographer Mike Lorring, membersâ âopen printsâ competition; 270-8576.

Planning and Zoning Commission, 7:30 pm, town offices, 31 Peckâs Lane.

A Thurber Carnival by NHS Drama Department, curtain 8:30 pm, Newtown High School auditorium, 12 Berkshire Road, tickets $8 adults, $6 students and seniors, comedy showcasing a variety of Thurber works will continue until November 19; 426-7983.

Friday, November 18

Final day Book Fair, 8:15 amâ4:30 pm, Hawley School, 29 Church Hill Road, see November 14 details.

Housatonic Resources Recovery Authority, 10:30 am, Brookfield Town Hall.Â

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

Cosmic Jibaros and The Breakfast benefit concert, 8 pm, Edmond Town Hall Theatre, 45 Main Street, tickets $20, proceeds will fully benefit listener-supported radio station WPKN (89.5 FM); 203-331-9756.

Saturday, November 19

18th Century Candlelight Concert, 4 pm, Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street, free (reservations strongly suggested), concert by The Aulos Ensemble; 426-6470.

Final performance of A Thurber Carnival by NHS Drama Department, see November 18 details.

Sunday, November 20

Colonial Church Service, 10 am, Newtown Congregational Church, 14 West Street, all invited to join members of NCC for special service to celebrate townâs tercentennial, Colonial dress optional; 426-9024.

A Winter Wonderland of Gifts Craft Fair, 10 amâ3 pm, Edmond Town Hall gymnasium, 45 Main Street, admission $1, professional craft fair with offer 38 booths, also bake sale, cookbook sale, raffles; 459-0089, 268-1342.

Hearth Cooking Demonstration, 1â4 pm, Matthew Curtiss House, 44 Main Street, free; 426-5937.

Santaâs Elves Workshop, 3â4:30 pm, St Rose Parish Hall, 46 Church Hill Road, $12 per child; 364-1557.

Sunshine, Sweets, And Support: Tag And Bake Sale Assisted Families United In Newtown

‘Brick Walls And Surprises’ With Nick Sheedy, Next Genealogy Club Of Newtown Meeting

Edmond Town Hall Launching New Family Series

Ashurst Dancers Compete In Ireland; One Returns Home With World Medal

Red-Hot Bats! Baseball Team Piles 26 Runs In Two Games

Here is how Wilton's elected officials supported their budget, From the Wilton Paper: Please join us at the Annual Town Meeting (ATM) on Tuesday, May 6 and cast your vote on the Board of Selectmen and Board of Education budgets, as well as the mill rate and bonding referendums — collectively known as the ‘ATM Recommendations’. These recommendations reflect our community’s commitment to fiscal responsibility, outstanding education, and effective town services.

Says Referendum Process ‘Lacking Leadership’

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

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