To The Editor:

This Sunday, August 30, Newtown will celebrate an exciting milestone: our town’s first-ever half marathon, featured as part of the Newtown Community Running Event. This day is designed for everyone — runners, walkers, families, and supporters alike — with a 10K run/walk, 5K run/walk, and a kids’ run offering inclusive options for all ages and abilities.

Families will be taking on their first 5K, seasoned athletes tackling 13.1 miles, kids discovering the joy of racing, and neighbors lining the streets to encourage every participant. It’s a celebration of health, connection, and the community pride that defines Newtown.

I warmly invite all Newtown residents — and friends from surrounding towns — to join us on August 30. Let’s make history together and strengthen the community we’re proud to call home.

To register, please visit RunSignup.com, or join us in person at Fairfield Hills during any of our scheduled registration times: Friday, August 28, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm; Saturday, August 29, from 9 am to 5 pm; Race Day, Sunday, August 30, from 6 to 8 am.

Bruce Goulart

Event Director

Newtown Community Running Event