Cultural Events

Next Hearts Of Hope Newtown Event To Benefit Children’s Program Pathways To Hope

Published: June 30, 2025 7:00 am

Hearts of Hope-Newtown will again partner with the Ladies Auxiliary of Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue and Newtown-Strong Therapy Dogs to host its next Paint with a Purpose event.

Enjoy A DJ Dance Party, Arts And Crafts, And More At Summer Luau

Published: June 28, 2025 7:00 am

Spend an evening under the sun at Newtown Community Center and Newtown Parks & Rec's Summer Luau at Dickinson Park on July 17.

Botsford Fire Rescue To Host Botsford Bash Fundraiser; 2025-26 Officers Elected

Published: June 24, 2025 7:00 am

The date has been announced and raffle tickets are on sale for this summer's Botsford Bash, a fundraiser presented by and to benefit Botsford Fire Rescue.

NHS Class Of 1975 50-Year Reunion Celebration Planned For Labor Day Weekend

Published: June 21, 2025 8:00 am

A 50-Year Reunion is happening over Labor Day Weekend 2025, and organizers are looking forward to celebrating with classmates. It’s time to reconnect, reminisce, and make new memories.

‘Anne Marie Foran: In Full Bloom’ At Warren’s Landing

Published: June 21, 2025 8:00 am

Anne Marie Foran and her late husband, Ray Sipherd, shared a very creative life in a quiet section of Newtown for nearly 40 years. For a few more weeks, works by Foran are being presented in a one-artist exhibit in Woodbury.

Verses In The Vineyard, June 25

Published: June 20, 2025 7:30 am

C.H. Booth Library invites readers to spend part of the evening of Wednesday, June 25, at Aquila’s Nest Vineyard, where “Verses in the Vineyard” will be presented.

Trinity Church Organ Scholar To Perform Spring Recital Sunday Afternoon

Published: June 20, 2025 7:00 am

Trinity Episcopal Church will host a recital by its 2024-25 Organ Scholar, Elijah Morris, on Sunday, June 22, at 3 pm. The concert will take place at the church, 36 Main Street. An accomplished young ...

Trinity Church Organ Scholar To Perform Spring Recital

Published: June 15, 2025 8:00 am

Trinity Episcopal Church will host a recital by its 2024-25 Organ Scholar, Elijah Morris, later this month.

Directors Sought For Town Players 2026 Season

Published: June 14, 2025 8:00 am

Town Players of Newtown is seeking submissions from directors for the local community theater’s 2026 season.

‘Two Ruins’: Photographs By William Frucht At Art & Frame

Published: June 14, 2025 8:00 am

Connecticut photographer William Frucht explores “Two Ruins” in a new exhibit at Art & Frame of Newtown.

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Fire Reports | June 19-24, 2025

Newtown Farmers Market Returns For Another Season

Introducing The 2025 Labor Day Parade Grand Marshal: Carolee Mason

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

Congratulations John! This is quite a feat & shows a lot of perseverance, endurance, & commitment while becoming more healthy & having fun! The ultimate achievement! Wishing u a long healthy life!

Run 169 Towns Society Runner John Gonski Completes Race In Every Connecticut Municipality

“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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