New Milford Chamber of Commerce

NAPA VALLEY’S BLACK STALLION ESTATE WINE DINNER
2024-11-14 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Iron Rail, 10 Railroad Street, New Milford, CT, 06776

Napa Valley's Black Stallion Estate Wine Dinner
2024-11-14 13:00 - 16:30 | The Iron Rail, 10 Railroad Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Join Us Thursday November 14th at 6:00pm for a 5 course Black Stallion Estate Wine Paired Dinner.
Featured Wines:
North Coast Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon.
Please RSVP by November 10th. 82. per person (tax and gratuity not included).
Menu Below:
1st Course
Baby Greens, Radicchio, Mission Figs, Rosario’s Crispy Goat Cheese, Candied Walnuts, Champagne Vinaigrette
2nd Course:
Roasted Maine Halibut, Butternut Squash Purée, Baby Greens, Classic Beurre Blanc
3rd Course:
Oxtail Ragout, Pappardelle, Carrots, Tomato, Shaved Pecorino Romano
4th Course:
Roasted Prime Beef Strip, Nueske Bacon, Brussels Sprouts, Yukon Gold Potato Purée, Blackberry Sauce
Dessert:
Fruits of the Forrest Pavlova

Putting Up the Christmas Trees on the New Milford Green
2024-11-16 03:00 - 09:00 | Town Green, 10 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Requesting volunteers to come help set up the Christmas trees on the Green.
You don’t need to be a member, all are welcome to participate.
Saturday, Nov. 16
Rain date, Nov. 23
8 a.m. meet at the New Milford Green

Two Dollar Hat at HRB
2024-11-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Housatonic River Brewing, 30 Kent Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Jim Lynch and Mike Walsh of Future Tense and The New Desperation are $2 Hat, an acoustic trio who run the gamut from Sinatra to The Black Keys, tunefully.

Veterans Thanksgiving Dinner
2024-11-17 07:00 - 13:00 | VFW, 11 Avery Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Honoring our Veterans

The Litchfield County Irish American Club is proud to announce that we will be hosting our first ever honorary Thanksgiving Dinner on November 17th to show our gratitude and appreciation for our local veterans. To make this evening a memorable one, the Abbey, Italia Mia and Colosseo will be selling $5 Fall cutouts that will go to support the Veterans Dinner, as well as National Wreaths Across America. On December 14, 2024 wreaths will be purchased and placed on the grave sights of our fallen heroes.
Your support will help create a warm and welcoming environment where veterans can enjoy a delicious meal in the company of fellow service members and community members. The evening will include a special dinner, entertainment, and heartfelt tributes to show our gratitude towards those who have sacrificed for our great country.
Thank you in advance for your contributions. Happy Holidays and God Bless America!
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or if you require further information.
Email: lcirishamericanclub@gmail.com

Legacy of Light
2024-11-19 13:00 - 14:30 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Legacy of Light: Memories of the Holocaust for a New Generation is a group of volunteer women who share stories of their parents’ experiences in the Holocaust. We have crafted stories that we hope will enlighten and educate. We hope to pass on lessons of resilience, survival, and hope. Legacy of Light is committed to preserving our family histories in order to build a more tolerant future free of prejudice and hate.
Our participants at the New Milford Public Library represent Holocaust experiences from the following countries:
Jeanette Brod – Germany and Poland
Evelyn Fishman – Romania and Hungary
Leah Katz – Germany
Debbie Shofluck – Romania

Evergreen Walk & Selecting Your Holiday Tree
2024-11-20 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Deer Pond Farm has many native evergreens around our main campus. Some species you will see are white pine, hemlock, concolor fir, Christmas fern, and holly. Lori Lichtenauer, Sanctuary Manger / Naturalist and CT state certified forester will lead this guided walk to review the importance of evergreens as shelter and food for many animals. She will also review what to look for and avoid when shopping for your holiday tree at a local farm, nursery, or tree stand.

Family Feud Trivia Night
2024-11-20 13:30 - 16:00 | Housatonic River Brewing, 30 Kent Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Family Feud Themed Trivia Night
Free to Play!
Fun Prizes!
Our kitchen is open – Try our Wednesday HRB Burger Special:
HRB Burger – Fries & a Beer for $20!

Chamber Business Scene
2024-11-21 12:30 - 14:30 | Italia Mia, 223 Danbury Rd., New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
Presented and sponsored by The Greater New Milford Chamber of Commerce
Join us and other business professionals to connect and network at this informal networking opportunity.
* Free and open to the public* Bring your business cards* Bring a friend/colleague* Food and beverages* Door prizes welcome to help promote your business

Sponsored this month by:The Greater New Milford Chamber of Commerce

Thanksgiving Celebration
2024-11-25 12:00 - 13:00 | New Milford United Methodist Church, 68 Danbury Road, New Milford, 06776, United States Minor Outlying Islands
A joyful, fun-filled hour of crafts, games, and delicious treats. This event is open to the public, so spread the word to families and friends alike! We look forward to having fun with you and your little ones.

Thanksgiving Celebration
2024-11-25 12:00 - 13:00 | New Milford United Methodist Church, 68 Danbury Road, New Milford, 06776, United States Minor Outlying Islands

AMEICO Sales & Retail Store Holiday Hours
2024-11-29 - 2025-01-01 | AMEICO, 29 Church Street, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
AMEICO will be open additional hours this year for holiday gifting. Open 9:00AM – 5:00PM Monday – Friday unless otherwise noted. See below for details and give us a call at 860-354-8765 for more information.
Saturday 11/30 – 11:00AM – 5:00PM (Small Business Saturday) BLACK FRIDAY SALE – Up to 25% OFF
Monday 12/2 9:00AM – 5:00PM (Cyber Monday) CYBER MONDAY SALE – Up to 25% OFF
Friday 12/6 6:00PM – 9:00PM (Sip + Stroll)
Saturday 2/14 11:00 – 5:00PM
12/24 – 1/1 store closed in observance of Christmas and New Year

Goat Boy Soaps Open House
2024-11-30 05:00 - 10:00, 2024-12-01 05:00 - 10:00, 2024-12-07 05:00 - 10:00, 2024-12-08 05:00 - 10:00 | Goat Boy Soaps, 1 Murphy’s Way, New Milford, 06776
Special Pricing, Gift Baskets, Gift Sets, Moulded Holiday Soaps, Local Vendors, Coffee, Cookies and of course Goats!

Annual Tree Lighting on the Green
2024-11-30 12:30 - 14:00 | New Milford Green, Main Street, New Milford, CT
Join us for the 58th lighting of the trees on New Milford’s Village Green Nov. 30 at 5:30 p.m.
The event will coincide with Small Business Saturday, a day that encourages people to shop at small businesses.
Highlights will include the lighting of the Christmas trees on the Green and visits with Santa.
The tradition of the trees on the Green was started by Walter Schutte in 1967 and the practice continues in his memory.
Over the years, many people have come from near and far to view the trees.
Members of the New Milford United Methodist Men’s Club and other church members donate their time and effort to place the trees on the Green, string the wires and the lights, and take them down shortly after New Year’s.

Yoga With Dawn
2024-12-02 07:00 - 08:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Let Dawn guide you through some gentle yoga moves that are perfect for all levels. Learn breathing and relaxation techniques to take off the mat and out into the real world. Enjoy some stretching and leave class feeling calm and rejuvenated. Please bring a mat and straps and come a few minutes early to get a spot, so that the class can start right at 12:00pm and not be interrupted.

Coffee Talk
2024-12-05 09:00 - 10:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Join NMPL’s Amy and Hannah to find out the newest book releases and get first picks!

Christmas Shoppe at the historic Merwinsville Hotel
2024-12-06 05:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-07 05:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-08 05:00 - 12:00 | Merwinsville Hotel, 1 Browns Forge Rd., Gaylordsville,, CT, 06755
Take a break from the bustling crowds and step back into the charm of the past!
Shop local and find that special gift you’ve been looking for – all created by artists and craftspeople. Beautiful jewelry, pottery, original artwork, photography, glass, fiber arts, and more! There’s truly something for everyone!
Wreaths, holiday decor, and freshly-cut Christmas Trees (from Meadowbrook Gardens in New Milford.)
Complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, and tea.
See the countless nutcrackers, “Mr. Christmas” Worlds Fair amusement park, and a room-size display of a Dickens Village surrounded by a speeding train.
Open for 3 days only!

December 6 thru December 8
10 – 5 pm all days.

Gaylordsville Volunteer Fire Department Annual Holiday Ham Dinner
2024-12-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Gaylordsville Firehouse, 700 Kent Rd, Gaylordsville, 06755
At Gaylordsville Firehouse
Dinner includes: Ham, scalloped potatoes, roasted carrots, dessert, and bottled water
$17 per meal
5-7pm
Saturday December 7
Dine in or carry out

Pet Photos with Santa
2024-12-08 05:00 - 11:00 | Agway New Milford, 126 Housatonic Ave, New Milford, CT, 06776
All Animals Welcome
Goody bags for the first 100 participants with
samples, amazing coupon offers and an extra
magical holiday surprise!

Sunday Speaker Series: Demystifying AI with Anita Raja
2024-12-08 08:30 - 09:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Speaker: Anita Raja, Ph.D., Professor of Computer Science, Hunter College, CUNY.
Anita Raja is a Professor of Computer Science at Hunter College, City University of New York, specializing in artificial intelligence (AI). Her research centers on multi-agent systems, where multiple autonomous agents interact and make decisions in complex, uncertain environments. Raja is widely recognized for her contributions to developing intelligent systems that can effectively handle uncertainty and collaborate to solve practical problems. Her work has received significant funding from federal agencies and has been recognized with best paper awards and prizes. In addition to her research, Raja is a strong advocate for diversity in STEM and is committed to mentoring the next generation of scientists and engineers. Raja received a B.S. Honors in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics summa cum laude from Temple University, Philadelphia in 1996, and a M.S. and Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 1998 and 2003 respectively.
In this talk, Anita Raja will present what Artificial Intelligence (AI) is and what it is not. She will share a brief history of AI research and explore its transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across sectors, focusing on its applications in medicine and infrastructure. She will then address the broader societal implications of AI, highlighting the importance of responsible AI development, transparency, and bias mitigation. Through real-world examples, Anita Raja will demystify AI’s capabilities and limitations while emphasizing its potential to benefit humanity when designed responsibly.

December Business Scene
2024-12-12 12:30 - 14:30 | Housatonic River Brewing, 30 Kent Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Join us and other business professionals to connect and network at this informal networking opportunity.

* Free and open to the public* Bring your business cards* Bring a friend/colleague* Food and beverages* Door prizes welcome to help promote your business

Sponsored this month by:
Webster Bank
Housatonic River Brewing
Housatonic Business Alliance

ESL Cafe
2024-12-12 13:00 - 14:30 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Hello! Practice speaking English in a casual setting at the library. Tutors from Literacy Volunteers on the Green will be on hand to keep the conversation flowing.

Tips for Increasing Happiness
2024-12-12 13:30 - 14:30 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Did you know that researchers have found that every person has an individual baseline of happiness, and that this baseline of happiness can be raised? Come learn tips and techniques to raise your happiness setpoint and enhance well-being.
About Dr. Wendy Hurwitz:
A graduate of Yale University School of Medicine, Dr. Wendy Hurwitz is a nationally recognized expert on stress. A former medical researcher for ABC News, Dr. Hurwitz is an expert in two fields: Mind/Body Medicine and Energy Medicine. She has a forthcoming book on stress.
Dr. Hurwitz helps organizations and individuals achieve peak performance by enhancing vitality and wellness. She translates the latest and most sophisticated scientific research into practical, easy-to-use techniques people can use to maintain and enhance vitality even under the most trying circumstances. Dr. Hurwitz has provided training for AT&T, Unilever, Lowe Worldwide, the FDNY, and has been an invited guest speaker at the United Nations.

Holiday Card Making
2024-12-13 09:00 - 11:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
In this fun card class, you will use die cuts, embossing folders, ink-blending and stamps to make three beautiful holiday cards. No card making experience needed. All materials provided.

"A Christmas Carol" Reading by Bill Hughes
2024-12-13 13:00 - 14:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
A Christmas Carol published in 1843, was the sixth of Charles Dicken’s twenty major works. His final work Edwin Drood was left half finished when Dickens died in 1870.
Charles Dickens gave his first public reading of A Christmas Carol on Dec. 3, 1867 at the Tremont Temple in Boston. On Christmas Eve, 1867 in Boston, a businessman named Fairbanks watched Charles Dickens read A Christmas Carol. The reading moved him so much he closed his factory on Christmas Day and sent every worker a turkey thereafter.
Bill Hughes’s reading is gently abridged for dramatic purpose from the restructured version Dickens created for his own United States reading tour of 1867/1868, which included stops in New Haven and Hartford in 1868 with readings of A Christmas Carol.
