Friday, November 19

By ANDY GOROSKO

Published: Nov 19, 2004 12:00 am

Friday, November 19

Housatonic Resources Recovery Authority, 10 am, Brookfield Town Hall.

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

Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs by NHS Drama Club, curtain 7:30 pm, Newtown High School, 12 Berkshire Road, performances continue to November 21.

Saturday, November 20

Vendor Day, 10 amâ2 pm, Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street, free admission, raffles, baked goods and surprises presented by Moms Offers Moms Support (MOMS) Club of Brookfield; 740-8227, 740-2673.

12th Annual Turkey Shoot, 10-noon, Middle School gym, sponsored by Newtown Parks & Rec., teams consist of one adult and one child, winner get turkeys, proceeds benefit Campership Scholarship Fund. Fee is $10 per team.

Fall Craft Fair & Bake Sale, 10 amâ3 pm, Lockwood Lodge at Ashlar of Newtown, 139 Toddy Hill Road, hand painted wooden decorations, quilts, hand-sewn items, holiday decorations and gifts, baked and canned goods, White Elephant, refreshments and more, all welcome; 364-3177.

Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs by NHS Drama Club, performances 3:30 and 7:30 pm, Newtown High School, 12 Berkshire Road.

Compelled in concert, 7:30 pm, The Homesteads at Newtown, 166 Mt Pleasant Road, free performance by six-member contemporary Christian music band (will also include patriotic selections), donations will help lead singer Kari Frawley with studies in music ministry; 426-8118.

Sunday, November 21

Winter Wonderland of Gifts â A Holiday Craft Fair, 10 amâ3 pm, Edmond Town Hall gymnasium, 45 Main Street, $1, jewelry, ornaments, flowers, chocolates, woodworking, cookbooks (and samples), raffles and more, fundraiser for Congregation Adath Israel; 268-1342.

Antique Appraisal Day, 10 am-4 pm, The Homesteads at Newtown, 166 Mt Pleasant Road, $5 per item (three items max), verbal appraisals by antiques expert Jay St Mark, PhD, no firearms, most other items OK, photos OK for large items, proceeds to benefit Newtown VNA; 426-8118.

Scrabble Club, 1-4 pm, C.H. Booth Library, Main Street, games for youth and adults.

Alliance FranÃ§aise film screening, 2 pm, C.H. Booth Library lower meeting room, 25 Main Street, free screening of Les Triplets de Belleville (PG-13) sponsored by Alliance FranÃ§aise of Northwestern Connecticut; 426-4533.

Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs by NHS Drama Club, curtain 2 pm, Newtown High School, 12 Berkshire Road.

Monday, November 22

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

Tuesday, November 23

Open Space Committee, 4 pm, Canaan House at Fairfield Hills.

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

Police Commission, 6:30 pm, Town Hall South, 3 Main Street.

Wednesday, November 24

Free Blood Pressure Screening, 10 am to noon, C.H. Booth Library, Main St, sponsored by Ashlar of Newtown, 426-5847.

Free Blood Pressure Screening, 11 am to noon, Nunnawauk Meadows, Nunnawauk Road, sponsored by Connecticut Visiting Nurse Association.

Thursday, November 25

THANKSGIVING

Community Thanksgiving Dinner, noon to 2 pm, St Rose Church Parish Hall, 46 Church Hill Road, free, sponsored by Knights of Columbus, St Rose, Newtown Congregational Church, Congregation Adath Israel, meal delivery available; for reservations or to help call Charlie Hettenbach, 426-0732.

Friday, November 26

Opening night Holiday Memories, curtain 8 pm, The Little Theatre, Orchard Hill Road, tickets $15, The Town Players will present Truman Capoteâs The Thanksgiving Visitor and A Christmas Memory (stage versions by Russell Vandenbroucke), for next two weekends; 270-9144.

Saturday, November 27

Holiday Memories, curtain 2 and 8 pm, The Little Theatre, Orchard Hill Road, matinee tickets $12, evening $15, see November 26 program details.

Sunday, November 28

Holiday Memories, curtain 2 pm, The Little Theatre, Orchard Hill Road, tickets $12, see November 26 program details.

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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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