Tour And Sketch Osborne Homestead's Colonial Revival Gardens

By GAIL SLUPATCHUK

Published: Jul 13, 2007 12:00 am

Tour And Sketch Osborne Homesteadâs Colonial Revival Gardens

DERBY â A summer program at Osborne Homestead, being presented three times between now and September, will allow participants to enjoy a walk through the homesteadâs historic gardens, learn about Colonial Revival Gardens, and then take time to sketch an arbor, sundial, house, or garden.

The free program will be offered on Saturdays, July 21, August 18, and September 15. Each will run from 10:30 am until noon, and they are geared for ages 12 and older.

Registration for any of these dates can be done by calling 734-2513.

The Osborne Homestead Museum is open for free guided tours on Thursdays and Fridays from 10 am to 3 pm, Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm, and Sundays from noon to 4 pm. There is no admission cost; donations are gratefully accepted. The museum, which is part of the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protectionâs Office of Environmental Education, is at 500 Hawthorne Avenue (off Route 34).

Borough Of Newtown To Host Elections Monday, May 5

Top Of The Mountain

Newtown Resident To Receive 2025 Heart Of Women Award

Theater Review: Brookfield Offering Solid Production Of Turner’s Quirky New ‘At The Wedding’

‘Newtown Talks’ Series To Continue Next Thursday With Steve Gross

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.

Discusses Role As Registrar

<< May 2025 >>
S	M	T	W	T	F	S
27	28	29	30	1	2	3
4	5	6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13	14	15	16	17
18	19	20	21	22	23	24
25	26	27	28	29	30	31

Log In

Tour And Sketch Osborne Homestead's Colonial Revival Gardens

Leave a Reply Cancel reply