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1 Newtown Historical Society Soft Goods Collection Great Pootatuck Duck Race new date "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit "Double Vision" matinee performance (Town Players of Newtown) “Invitation to Summer” by Danbury Music Center Community Band Brahms "Requiem" by CT Choral Society POSTPONED	2 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games C.H. Booth Library Art & History Subcommittee meeting Cooking the Books: "Smitten Kitchen" by Deb Perelman Legislative Council Ordinance Committee special meeting (agenda posted) Board of Selectmen hybrid meeting (agenda posted)	3 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit Let’s Make Music Together with Leslie Pratt Housatonic Resources Recovery Authority special meeting Let’s Make Music Together with Leslie Pratt Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Nonfiction Book Club: "Serviceberry" by Robin Wall Kimmerer Board of Education Curriculum & Instruction/SEL Subcommittee meeting (agenda posted) House Of Harrison Supplies Drive Public Safety Committee meeting (agenda posted) Board of Education Policy Committee meeting (agenda posted) Police Commission meeting (agenda posted) “Love at First Sight”: Author Talk with Lisa A Phillips “Meet John Warner Barber — Early American Author, Historian & Artist” CANCELLED C.H. Booth Library Governance Committee meeting Board of Education meeting (agenda posted) Lake Zoar Authority meeting (Monroe, agenda posted) Newtown Middle School 7th Grade Spring Concert (Band/Chorus/Orchestra) Lake Lillinonah Authority virtual meeting (agenda posted)	4 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit 30 Minute Flex & Balance with Sean Fitzpatrick Make An Herb Dsh Garden To Snazzy-Up Meals: A Timeless Newtown Event Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games “Spot the Scam: How to Recognize Phishing Emails, Texts, & Calls” Virtual Author Talk: “Extinctopedia — A Discovery of What We Have Lost, What is at Risk, and What To Do About it” Recycling Ad Hoc Committee hybrid meeting (agenda posted) “Eternal Spring” with Michael Norris Newtown Middle School 8th Grade Spring Concert (Band/Chorus/Orchestra) Newtown Volunteer Ambulance Executive Board meeting (agenda posted) Zoning Board of Appeals meeting (agenda posted) CANCELLED Legislative Council meeting	5 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit American Mah Jong Open Play “It’s Time For Yourself (It Will Be Okay!)” planning session DIY Mosaic Flower Pots with Katie Stevenson “Silver Linings: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities — A Timeless Newtown event” CANCELLED Board of Ethics meeting C.H. Booth Library Buildings & Grounds Subcommittee meeting (agenda posted) Cultural Arts Commission meeting (agenda posted) Flagpole Photographers Camera Club 40th Anniversary Celebration Planning & Zoning Commission hybrid meeting (agenda posted)	6 “The Work of Jodi Brown” “Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit Music Dynamics Sandy Hook LobsterFest "Double Vision" performance (Town Players of Newtown) ETH Drive-In: "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial"	7 FONS Shredding Day “Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Introduction to Foraging Mushrooms” Lakeside Studio Annual Art Show & Sale Sandy Hook LobsterFest “Ice Cream" for Jazz "Double Vision" performance (Town Players of Newtown) Stand Up Comedy: Jason Salmon featuring Joe Gerics ETH Drive-In: "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial"
8 "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit NCCB Spring Recital: "La Bayadère" (first performance) "Double Vision" matinee performance (Town Players of Newtown) NCCB Spring Recital: "La Bayadère" (second performance)	9 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit Second Monday Book Club: "The Keeper of Happy Endings" by Barbara Davis Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Board of Finance hybrid meeting (agenda posted)	10 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Virtual Author Talk: “Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns” Northern Fairfield Professionals hybrid meeting CANCELLED C.H. Booth Library Development Committee meeting Board of Education Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Subcommittee meeting (agenda posted) Parks & Recreation Committee meeting (agenda posted) Edmond Town Hall Board of Managers meeting (agenda posted) Board of Education special meeting (agenda posted) C.H. Booth Library Board of Trustees meeting (agenda posted) Borough Board of Burgesses meeting (agenda posted) Newtown Volunteer Ambulance meeting (agenda posted)	11 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht 30 Minute Flex & Balance with Sean Fitzpatrick Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Read with Maggie the Therapy Dog Town Building & Infrastructure Committee meeting (agenda posted) “Free Resources for New York Genealogical Research” (Genealogy Club of Newtown virtual meeting-program) Inland Wetlands Commission meeting (agenda posted)	12 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht American Mah Jong Open Play Regional Recycling Task Force hybrid meeting (Brookfield, agenda posted) “Attracting Birds By Season” with the Audubon Center Flagpole Photographers Camera Club hybrid competition night Water & Sewer Authority meeting "Double Vision" performance (Town Players of Newtown)	13 “The Work of Jodi Brown” “Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht Music Dynamics "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" screening Shortt’s Night on the Farm "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" screening "Double Vision" performance (Town Players of Newtown) ETH Drive-In: "Friday the 13th"	14 FLAG DAY 51st Annual Rooster Run Drive-Up Retired Flag Collection Rabies Clinic Stuff-A-Truck Diaper Drive “Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht 3rd Annual SpringFest (new date) "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" screening Riverside Reptiles presents “Living Dragons” "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" screening "Double Vision" performance (Town Players of Newtown) ETH Drive-In: "Friday the 13th"
15 FATHER'S DAY "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" screening	16 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Commission on Aging meeting (agenda posted) End Of Session Celebration with Lt Gov Bysiewicz Board of Selectmen hybrid meeting (agenda posted) Legislative Council meeting	17 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit Newtown Bridge Club 9th Annual Longest Day Fundraiser “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht CANCELLED Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Computer Tutoring CANCELLED C.H. Booth Library Finance Committee meeting CANCELLED Board of Education CFF/CIP Subcommittee meeting St Rose Parish Carnival CANCELLED Community Center Commission meeting “The Beauty of Art Deco” with Toni McKeen CANCELLED Board of Education meeting Economic Development Commission meeting (agenda posted)	18 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht CANCELLED 30 Minute Flex & Balance with Sean Fitzpatrick Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Fair Rent Commission special meeting (agenda posted) Recycling Ad Hoc Committee meeting (agenda posted) Bike & Trail Committee meeting (agenda posted) Borough Zoning Commission meeting (agenda posted) Legislative Council hybrid meeting (agenda posted)	19 “The Work of Jodi Brown” CLOSED TODAY: "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” CLOSED TODAY: Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht CANCELLED American Mah Jong Open Play Free Write Weekly at the Library Planning & Zoning Commission hybrid meeting (agenda posted) Sustainable Energy Commission meeting (agenda posted) Pension Committee meeting	20 “The Work of Jodi Brown” “Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht Music Dynamics "The Wild Robot" screening "The Wild Robot" screening ETH Drive-In: "Grease"	21 “Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Conservation Commission Invasive Task Force work session Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht Easy Teen Improv "The Wild Robot" screening Christine’s Critters "The Wild Robot" screening ETH Drive-In: "Grease"
22 "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit Newtown Historical Society Open House & Woodworking Demonstration "The Wild Robot" screening Organ Scholar Recital for Elijah Morris	23 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht Food Explorers: Fried Dough Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Board of Fire Commissioners meeting Fairfield Hills Authority meeting	24 “The Work of Jodi Brown” Blood Drive "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Computer Tutoring Author Katherine Applegate Watch Party CANCELLED Conservation Commission meeting Public Building & Site Commission meeting	25 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht 30 Minute Flex & Balance with Sean Fitzpatrick "The Isle of Skoo, Stand Up!" Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Read with Thor Verses in the Vineyard (Poetry for Hope) Borough Zoning Board of Appeals meeting Inland Wetlands Commission meeting (agenda posted)	26 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht American Mah Jong Open Play Housatonic Resources Recovery Authority meeting Let’s Draw Cartoons with Rick Stromoski CANCELLED C.H. Booth Library Board of Trustees Executive Committee meeting “The Art of Delegation” Workshop Free Write Weekly at the Library Summer Concert Series: Sounds of Sinatra Borough Historic District meeting Board of Finance meeting	27 “The Work of Jodi Brown” “Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht Music Dynamics "A Complete Unknown" screening "A Complete Unknown" screening ETH Drive-In: "Major League"	28 “Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht Newtown Historical Society Annual Tag Sale Science with Charbel: “Strawberry DNA” "A Complete Unknown" screening "A Complete Unknown" screening ETH Drive-In: "Major League"
29 Newtown Historical Society Annual Tag Sale "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit "A Complete Unknown" screening	30 “The Work of Jodi Brown” "Fairfield Hills: A History of Mental Health in Newtown” Newtown Art & Frame Staff Exhibit (last day) “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht Learn to Play the Ukulele for ages 4-9 Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Learn to Play the Ukulele Nature’s Book Club: "A Walk in the Park" by Kevin Fedarkos	1 “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Computer Tutoring Police Commission meeting “The Chilling Chronicles of Ice Cream” C.H. Booth Library Governance Committee meeting Lake Lillinonah Authority meeting	2 “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht Newtown Bridge Club Open & Limited Games Zoning Board of Appeals meeting Legislative Council meeting	3 “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht American Mah Jong Open Play Free Write Weekly at the Library Summer Concert Series: Dirty Martinis Cultural Arts Commission meeting Planning & Zoning Commission meeting	4 INDEPENDENCE DAY “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht	5 “Two Ruins” Photographs by William Frucht

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Save-As-You-Throw Program Coming To Transfer Station July 1

Newtown Interfaith Council Continues Discussing Future Endeavors

Vanessa Pettengill

BOE Renews Chartwells Contract, Approves Educator and Leader Plan

It’s disappointing to see Newtown move forward with the so-called “Save-As-You-Throw” program—let’s be honest, it’s really Pay-As-You-Throw. Most families will end up paying more just to throw out their trash, despite the high taxes we already pay. While the swap shop and free bulky waste disposal are nice ideas, they don’t offset the added cost and inconvenience of having to buy special blue bags—up to $4.40 each. It’s especially frustrating to see threats of $500 fines and policeenforcement tied to something that used to be a basic service. This isn’t about sustainability—it’s about shifting more costs onto residents. I hope the town will reconsider and find a more reasonable and affordable approach. I have already heard discussions about purchasing backyard incinerators as a work around. What's next, is the town going to discontinue curb side recycling?

Absent is the observation that the dangerous e-bike riders are young teen boys right at that age where they are physically capable of daring stunts but mentally incapable of understanding how dangerous they can be to themselves and others. I witnessed this Wednesday afternoon driving back home from Norwalk- a kid around 14 was cruising at about 20mph and barely glanced at other traffic while barnstorming thru a 4 way stop. Many others have observed the same behavior from the same cohort. I'm not sure 'big govt' is the solution but without parental supervision I think it's the best we've got. Will there be penalties for breaking whatever e-bike rules are put in place, or will their young age excuse them from legal consequences? Good luck with the regulations!

Borough May Look At E-Bike Regulation, Is The Rest of Newtown Next?

The recent letter unfairly suggests the Trump administration is deliberately trying to surrender America’s global leadership in science and technology. That’s an oversimplification. Federal funding has long supported innovation, but it’s only part of the equation. Private investment, world-class universities, and a strong business environment have also driven U.S. leadership. Changes to funding priorities don't equal abandonment — they reflect broader debates about the role of government and where taxpayer dollars are most effective. Claiming that scientists will flee and that our future rests on tax cuts and golf trips reduces a complex issue to political theater. Let’s have a serious discussion about how best to support innovation — without the hyperbole.

Elections Have Consequences IX

No need to announce your political positions, we all remember your tenure as Editor

Still Wears Kamala T-Shirt

Newtown voters show be allowed to decide this issue with a referendum question. That would allow all the details to be fully vetted.

6 Commerce – Walking Away from Millions in Town Revenue

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