New Milford Chamber of Commerce

Starting a Garden
2025-03-08 05:00 - 06:00 (America/New_York) | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Discover the joys of gardening from NM Garden Club Member Elizabeth O’Connor. You can grow vegetables in any space, large or small. Join us as we discuss the basics of planning and growing a successful garden.

March Business Scene
2025-03-13 13:30 - 15:30 | New Milford Hospital, part of Nuvance Health, 21 Elm St., New Milford, CT, 06776
Hosted by Chamber member New Milford Hospital
Featuring a Hospital Update and Q & A with
Thomas Koobatian, MD, Executive Director & Chief of Staff
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine
Join us and other business professionals to connect and network at this informal networking opportunity with an open house setting to tour the the Homestead Inn* Free and open to the public* Bring your business cards* Bring a friend/colleague* Food and beverages* Door prizes welcome to help promote your businessSponsored this month by:New Milford HospitalDelivering personalized care, without compromise

New Milford Republican Town Committee Fundraiser
2025-03-13 13:30 - 16:30 | Italia Mia, 223 Danbury Rd., New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
Begin your
St paddy’s day
celebration early!

Creating a Strong Estate Plan
2025-03-13 14:00 - 15:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Creating a Strong Estate Plan: Protect Your Family and Your Finances With Associate Attorney Jeanne Di Minno
Whether you are a planner or a procrastinator, having a strong and up-to-date estate plan should be at the top of your to-do list. In addition to providing the peace of mind of knowing your final wishes will be legally documented, an estate plan provides a roadmap for your loved ones to know how to care for you if you are no longer able to care for yourself and/or your financial and legal affairs. In this session, you’ll learn about important estate planning documents like Wills, powers of attorney, advance directives, and trusts, and the purpose and powers included in each. Furthermore, we’ll examine what happens if you don’t have a Will when you pass away, how your estate gets divided amongst your heirs, who can pay your bills if you can’t, how to choose your power of attorney and health care agents, and some common estate planning mistakes that you will want to avoid. Even if you have already created an estate plan, discover when and if you should have your existing documents reviewed and updated.

Throwback Thursday with DJ Ron Ice at Portofino Restaurant Bethel
2025-03-13 14:00 - 17:00 | Portofino Restaurant & Wine Bar Bethel CT, 213 Greenwood Ave. (Dolan Plaza), Bethel, CT, 06801, United States
Portofino Restaurant & Wine Bar, 213 Greenwood Ave. (Dolan Plaza) Bethel, CT | Thursday, 2/27/25 | 6-9 PM
Step back in time and journey down memory lane with DJ Ron Ice, as he spins hits from the 60’s & 70’s for Throwback Thursday on March 13th. Join us in the dining room for a fun evening of dinner, drinks … and maybe even some dancing to the classics like it’s the good ol’ days! Call 203-797-8131 for reservations.

Gallery Show
2025-03-18 07:00 - 2025-03-30 14:00 | Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Join us as we welcome Shannon Blanton to our newest gallery show.
From New Milford, CT as an established artist with a focus on natural flora and fauna. Her oil and watercolor works are multimedia using nature as her pallet.
Recently voted one of the top visual artists in Litchfield Magazine
Her paintings can be viewed for the month of March. This is a free event ~ walk in’s are welcome to view.
Located at 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT.
Call with any questions (860) 354-4318.

Fabric Patches
2025-03-20 08:30 - 10:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Join local artisan Jody Hyman for a fun afternoon making Patches using scraps of fabric, colorful threads, and creative hand stitching.

Taking Flight With DISC
2025-03-20 14:00 - 15:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
The Take Flight program uses a dynamic, engaging approach to transform self-awareness and team dynamics through the use of DISC personality styles, symbolized by four birds—Eagle, Parrot, Dove, and Owl. Participants gain actionable insights into their own tendencies, motivators, and fears, while learning how to adapt to and communicate effectively with others. This innovative framework fosters better communication, stronger relationships, and a thriving organizational culture.

New York Photosongs
2025-03-27 14:00 - 15:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Award-winning songwriter John John Brown has set out to educate and entertain with his imaginative new project “New York Photosongs.” At the heart of this exploration are seven original folk songs that tell the amazing true stories behind some of New York State’s most iconic and obscure photographs. Armed with his guitar, inspiring 4×5 foot photographs, and 15 years as an educator, John John Brown shines a light on some of the most interesting New Yorkers who’ve walked before us. In a world that often moves too fast, Brown reminds us that there is still something powerful in a great story, something mysterious in an old photograph, and something meaningful in American folk music.

Evening Hand-Building with Clay
2025-03-28 14:30 - 16:30 | Create Escape Studio, 143 West Street - Unit U, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
Using a variety of texturing techniques and tools, you will create a one-of-a-kind Birdfeeder, mug, trinket dishes, luminary, textured bowl, etc. using stoneware clay.
Working with slabs of clay, we will instruct you on the basics of hand-building with clay and how to create a one-of-a-kind Bird feeder, hand-built mug, trinket dishes, textured bowl, luminary, and more.
You can incorporate textures and embellishments to make this truly unique to your personality.
Please bring an empty soup can, oatmeal barrel, bread crumb container, or other round cylinder to help support your project.
Your pieces will dry for about 2 weeks, then be kiln-fired and ready for stoneware glazing.
You may return free of charge during our open studio sessions, to glaze your creations.
After it is glazed, your piece will be fired again and turned into a beautiful, shiny ceramic work of art.
Cost: $85 per person*
*.Each participant will be provided with 3 lbs of stoneware clay. from this, you may create up to two items to be fired
Open to ages 18+
BYOB for ages 21+
We require 3 registrations…

Chick Days
2025-03-29 04:00 - 13:00 | Agway New Milford, 126 Housatonic Ave, New Milford, CT, 06776
Join us for an all-day celebration of our tiny feathered friends!

Seder Plate Painting
2025-03-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Create Escape Studio, 143 West Street - Unit U, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
Paint Your Own Seder Plate
$36 per plate
$45 if 2 people working on one plate
Decorate your own custom Seder plate for Passover!
Unleash your creativity to transform a ceramic plate into a beautiful, custom Seder plate for your Passover celebration.
We’ll show you how to use glaze, stencils and tracers to personalize your design.
This hands-on experience is a fun way to personalize your holiday table.
Plates will be fired and ready for pickup approximately 7 days later

Goal-Setting: 2-part Workshop
2025-04-01 14:30 - 15:30 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Together, with Life Coach Brianna Moura, we will create a goal that is specific to something you are currently working on. We will develop a plan in order to turn the goal into reality! In this empowering first session, we will work together to create a specific goal tied to something you are passionate about or currently working on. You will gain clarity on your objective, uncover potential obstacles, and develop a personalized plan to make your goal attainable. We will address what’s standing in your way and set you up for success in the year ahead!
Consistency is key to turning goals into achievements. In this follow-up session, we will check in on your progress, discuss what’s working, and identify areas where adjustments are needed. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to stay on track and keep moving toward your goal—no matter what challenges arise! Sign up for both sessions separately–March 4 and April 1.

SAVE THE DATE- NMHS Career Expo:
2025-04-02 - 2025-04-03 | New MIlford High School, 388 Danbury Rd, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
Our annual Career Expo will be Thursday April 3rd, 2025.
NMHS is looking for 40-50 vendors.
More to follow

Wine Glass Painting at Housatonic River Brewing
2025-04-03 14:30 - 16:30 | Housatonic River Brewing, 30 Kent Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Enjoy a fun, festive, and creative evening out with friends painting wine glasses at Housatonic River Brewing
Thursday, April 3rd
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Fee:
One Glass $28 per person
Two Glasses $42 per person
Choose from: Lylac & Bee or Daisy & Crocus designs, or create one of your own.

8th Annual Spring Arts and Fine Crafts Show
2025-04-03 - 2025-04-06, 2025-04-04 06:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-05 06:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-06 06:00 - 13:00 | Merwinsville Hotel, 1 Browns Forge Rd., Gaylordsville,, CT, 06755
The historic Merwinsville Hotel invites you to our 8th Annual SPRING ARTS & FINE CRAFTS SHOW. Join us as we celebrate spring with a spectacular variety of locally created original paintings, photography, jewelry, glasswork, pottery, woodturning, and more. You won’t want to miss our live artist demonstrations and locally grown delights.
$3 suggested donation – members & children under 10 free.
We accept all major Credit Cards, Mobile Payment and Contactless Pay.
Live Artist demonstrations by local artists and artisans! Head to our website (listed below) to see the demo schedule which will be available as we get closer to the spring show. A portion of all proceeds goes to the continued restoration of this historic 1843 railroad hotel. (501c(3) entity)
For more information: www.Merwinsvillehotel.org. Inquiries: merwinsvilleartshows@gmail.com
Conveniently located 15 minutes from New Milford,
Kent, Sherman, & Harlem Valley/Wingdale Railroad Station.
1 Browns Forge Road, Gaylordsville, CT 06755
860.350.4443

Sweet Bunny Plate
2025-04-05 07:30 - 09:00 | Create Escape Studio, 143 West Street - Unit U, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
Bring this adorable Bunny-shaped plate to life with a sweet and simple design.
Learn some new painting techniques to incorporate into your glazing repertoire.
A perfect addition to your spring or Easter decorations.
This step-by-step guided painting workshop includes the ceramic bunny plate, instruction, and firing.
$36 per person
Registration is limited

Advanced Beginner Knitting and Crochet Workshops
2025-04-05 07:30 - 2025-05-03 10:30 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Knitting & Crochet Tickets Sold Separately
Advanced Beginner Crocheting Class
– Come learn in a class designed just for you…an advanced beginner!!
– You will learn 3 ways to crochet “in the round”, how to read a yarn label (if you don’t already know how to do this), how to read a crochet pattern, and more!
– Projects include a coaster set as your 1st project and a hat as your ongoing project
– 5 weekly classes, 1 hour each
– Requirements: This is NOT a beginner class! You MUST KNOW the basic crochet stitches — the chain stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet!
– Other stitches, including 2 different ways to make a brim on your hat, will be taught
Please note that this a class for ages 16 and up
All materials will be provided at the 1st class — a materials fee of $30 will be paid to the instructor at the 1st class
Saturdays, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Advanced Beginner Knitting Class
– Come learn in a class designed just for you…an advanced beginner!!
– You will learn how to knit “in the round” using circular needles, how to knit cables (which are really fun and easier to knit than they look!), how to read a yarn label (if you don’t already know how to do this), how to read a knitting pattern, how to fix mistakes, and more!
– 5 weekly classes, 1 hour each
– Projects include a hat patterns and cable ear warmers
– All materials and supplies will be provided at the 1st class
– Requirements: This is NOT a beginner class! You MUST KNOW the basic knit stitches — the knit stitch and the purl stitch – all other stitches and techniques will be taught!
Please note that this class is for ages 16 and up
All materials will be provided at the 1st class — a materials fee of $30 will be paid to the instructor at the 1st class
Saturdays, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Fruit Tree Seminar
2025-04-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Agway New Milford, 126 Housatonic Ave, New Milford, CT, 06776
We look forward to welcoming back tree expert Don Ward to educate us on fruit tree care, maintenance, and best practices.
Shop exclusive deals and enjoy giveaways!

Egg-Stravaganza
2025-04-05 09:30 - 12:00 | Create Escape Studio, 143 West Street - Unit U, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
Learn fun new ways to decorate your ceramic eggs!
We will have demos and decorating stations for a variety of decorating techniques such as
Shaving cream
Bubbles
Dots
Tape
Wax resist
Paper Masking
Rosettes
Splatter
Sgraffito
and more!
$15 per person registration fee will be applied toward your selected eggs or other pottery on the day of the event.
You can select from:
3 small (chicken) eggs – $32
2 large (Duck) eggs $30

A Cappella at the Silo
2025-04-05 11:00 - 13:00 | The Silo, 44 Upland Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Stella Rose and the Silo team up to bring you a night of music at the Silo featuring UConn’s own Notes Over Storrs! This amazing group will sing and share their talents including a beat boxing tutorial. Intermission beverages provided by Litchfield Distillery and a chance to win a full closet clean out by Stella Rose!

A Musical Evolution - BACH & SONS - Baroque to Classical
2025-04-05 12:00 - 13:30 | Christ Church, 17 Church Rd., Pawling, NY, 12564
Join us for an all-Bach concert featuring music by Johann Sebastian Bach and his two sons, Johann Christian Bach and Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach. Program spans the evolution of music from the Baroque period to the birth of the Classical era. Featuring Evan Shinners on keyboard; Eliot Bailen, cello; Susan Rotholz, flute; Jane Chung, Michael Roth and Doori Na, violin; and Sarah Adams, viola.
– Symphony in C Major Wq 182:3/ 659, Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714–1788); Allegro assai (attacca), Adagio (attacca), Allegretto
– Flute Sonata in B Minor, for Flute and Clavier BWV 1030, Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 –1750); Andante; Largo e dolce; Presto
– Sinfonia in F major for Strings & B.c BR C 2 Fk.67 ‘5, Wilhelm Friedemann Bach (1710-1784; Vivace
– Piano Quartet WB 66 in G Major, Johann Christian Bach (1735-1782) Allegro; Rondo: Allegretto
– Sinfonia: “Non sa che sia dolore” (BWV 209 No. 1) for Flute, Strings and Continuo, Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 –1750)
The Bach family musical dynasty dominated German music for seven generations. The most famous, Johann Sebastian, a baroque-era composer, has been revered through the ages for his work’s musical complexities and stylistic innovations. He is regarded as one of the finest exponents of Baroque music.
His sons followed in his musical traditon and innvovated and developed new forms of music
The performance features Evan Shinners, a Yamaha Artist, graduate of the Juilliard School. Since 2010, he has devoted himself almost exclusively to the study and performance of the works of J.S. Bach. He has received widespread acclaim for his innovative and daring artistry. He has toured the world professionally delighting audiences with his stories, humor, original music, and Bach-playing. He has revolutionized the way audiences experience the music of Bach, through concerts in unlikely venues like empty storefronts, and spontaneous pop-ups where superb artists surprise and delight with joyful performances.
Tickets $30. Children ages 16 and under free.

"Give it a Whirl" Day
2025-04-06 08:00 - 12:00 | Create Escape Studio, 143 West Street - Unit U, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
A FULL Day of Mini “Give it a Whirl” Sessions
This is a perfect opportunity to try your hand at the wheel in a fun and relaxed setting for only $35!

Sunday Speaker Series: Producer Fred Zollo on Ghosts of Mississippi
2025-04-06 09:00 - 11:30 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
For this months Sunday Speaker Series we welcome back Producer Fred Zollo to show and speak on his film, Ghosts of Mississippi.
The Film: Ghosts of Mississippi
In this film based on actual events, black activist Medgar Evers (James Pickens Jr.) is murdered in 1963, and much of the evidence points toward white supremacist Byron De La Beckwith (James Woods). However, after two trials, De La Beckwith is acquitted twice by a jury of whites. Now, decades later in 1989, Evers’ widow, Myrlie (Whoopi Goldberg), thinks she has evidence to finally convict him. But no lawyer will touch the case except the young and brash Bobby DeLaughter (Alec Baldwin).
The Producer/Speaker: Frederick Zollo
Frederick Zollo is an award winning American film and theatre producer. Zollo is an 18 time Tony nominee, winning the award six times. Frederick Zollo is best known for his film work on Best Picture Oscar Nominees Mississippi Burning (1988), and Quiz Show (1994).

A Musical Evolution - BACH & SONS - Baroque to Classical
2025-04-06 12:00 - 13:30 | Saint Andrews Church, 1 North Main, Kent, CT
Join us for an all-Bach concert featuring music by Johann Sebastian Bach and his two sons, Johann Christian Bach and Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach. Program spans the evolution of music from the Baroque period to the birth of the Classical era. Featuring Evan Shinners on keyboard; Eliot Bailen, cello; Susan Rotholz, flute; Jane Chung, Michael Roth and Doori Na, violin; and Sarah Adams, viola.
– Symphony in C Major Wq 182:3/ 659, Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714–1788); Allegro assai (attacca), Adagio (attacca), Allegretto
– Flute Sonata in B Minor, for Flute and Clavier BWV 1030, Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 –1750); Andante; Largo e dolce; Presto
– Sinfonia in F major for Strings & B.c BR C 2 Fk.67 ‘5, Wilhelm Friedemann Bach (1710-1784; Vivace
– Piano Quartet WB 66 in G Major, Johann Christian Bach (1735-1782) Allegro; Rondo: Allegretto
– Sinfonia: “Non sa che sia dolore” (BWV 209 No. 1) for Flute, Strings and Continuo, Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 –1750)
The Bach family musical dynasty dominated German music for seven generations. The most famous, Johann Sebastian, a baroque-era composer, has been revered through the ages for his work’s musical complexities and stylistic innovations. He is regarded as one of the finest exponents of Baroque music. His sons continued the family legacy, innovating and altering the landscape of classical music.
The performance features Evan Shinners, a Yamaha Artist, graduate of the Juilliard School. Since 2010, he has devoted himself almost exclusively to the study and performance of the works of J.S. Bach. He has received widespread acclaim for his innovative and daring artistry. He has toured the world professionally delighting audiences with his stories, humor, original music, and Bach-playing. He has revolutionized the way audiences experience the music of Bach, through concerts in unlikely venues like empty storefronts, and spontaneous pop-ups where superb artists surprise and delight with joyful performances.
Tickets $30. Children ages 16 and under free.

AMEICO Store - Spring Sale!
2025-04-06 - 2025-04-11 | AMEICO, 29 Church Street, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
We have an abundance of product samples (some imperfect, some perfect!) in our basement and need to clear some space! Stop by all week to take advantage of DEEP discounting on several of our favorite brands!
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9AM – 5PM
Thursday, Friday 9AM – 7PM
This is an in-person sale held April 7 – 11, inside our Church Street location at 29 Church Street, New Milford, CT 06795 / 860-354-8765.

AMEICO Store - Spring Sale!
2025-04-07 05:00 - 13:00 | AMEICO, 29 Church Street, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
We have an abundance of product samples (some imperfect, some perfect!) in our basement and need to clear some space! Stop by all of next week to take advantage of deep discounting on several of our favorite brands!
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9AM – 5PM
Thursday, Friday 9AM – 7PM
This is an in-person sale held April 7 – 11, inside our Church Street location at 29 Church Street, New Milford, CT 06795 / 860-354-8765.
