New Milford Chamber of Commerce

Veterans Thanksgiving Dinner
2024-11-17 07:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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

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.

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

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

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

12 Tips to Manage Anxiety
2024-11-14 13:00 - 14:30 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
When faced with anxiety, What can one do before and during to help reduce and relieve anxiety and regain balance, calm, and clarity? Come learn about anxiety and what you can do to help prevent it and to manage it if it occurs. Everyone will come away with information, tools, and techniques to help manage anxiety.
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.

ESL Cafe
2024-11-14 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.

Sports Trivia Night
2024-11-13 13:30 - 15:30 | Housatonic River Brewing, 30 Kent Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Grab your crew and have a brew.
Rich is here to host Wednesday night trivia.
No cost to play
Prizes and fun for all over 21 years of age

Designer Bag BINGO
2024-11-09 13:00 - 16:00 | VFW, 11 Avery Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
It’s back, Designer Bag BINGO
Doors open at 6 p.m.Bingo starts at 7 p.m.
10 CHANCES TO WIN A DESIGNER BAG (or an alternative prize)
*10 rounds of bingo. A designer bag (or an alternative prize) will be awarded to one winner per round
*Door prizes, raffle, 50/50
*Bring hors d’oeuvres, non-alcoholic beverages & cash.
*Cash bar will be available.
*Additional Bingo cards, water, candy & chips will be available to purchase.
*21 and older
TICKETS$35 early birds by Oct. 14$40 Oct. 15-Nov. 9

VFW, 11 Avery Road, New Milford
Presented by the Greater New Milford Chamber of Commerce
RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/…/designer-bag-and-more…

Veterans Ham Dinner and Craft Sale
2024-11-09 12:00 - 14:00 | New Milford United Methodist Church, 68 Danbury Road, New Milford, 06776, United States Minor Outlying Islands
Ham dinner to honor veterans.

Reception for "Memories From Hunt Hill Farm" Photo Display
2024-11-09 09:00 - 11:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
It is our honor to present some unearthed treasures from New Milford’s own–Ruth and Skitch Henderson’s Hunt Hill Farm, The Silo. These engaging photos of some of the world’s most famous people capture the memories of Skitch’s life in music and television.
–Daniele & Alessandro Piovezahn
The photos will be displayed from November 9, 2024-January 2, 2025.

New Milford Rotary Shredding Event, November 9th
2024-11-09 05:00 - 08:00 | New Milford Senior Center, 40 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
New Milford Rotary Shredding event, Saturday, November 9th, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Held in the New Milford Senior Center parking lot, 40 Main Street, New Milford.
Drive up & we do the rest! Safe & Secure Shredding – watch your papers go into the shredding truck!
Open to ALL! Businesses, too!
$10 per box or bag. All profit is used to support New Milford nonprofits.
For more info, visit nmrotary.org or call Katy at 860-354-7137.

November Second Saturday Hike (fast pace)
2024-11-09 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Looking for a challenge? Enjoy the thrill of a brisk hike at Deer Pond Farm in the crisp autumn air! This 4–5-mile hike (2-2.5- mile per hour pace) will be led by volunteer Peggy Stewart. This hike has some gradual climbs and we’ll be stepping it out. Come dressed for the weather.

The Bear Reality
2024-11-09 05:00 - 06:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Felicia Ortner, a Connecticut Master Wildlife Conservationist (MWC) and a bear enthusiast, will provide education and facts about bears and help dispel myths and common misunderstandings. Accumulated data supports the black bear is seldom aggressive toward humans. Felicia has been studying about bears for over 30 years. In the mid 1990’s she turned her passion for learning about bears into a passion for teaching about them. She created an education program called The Bear Reality. Since then, Felicia has provided presentations reaching over 8000 people at programs in CT, NY, MA, NH and, VT.
Felicia believes outreach and education is key in having a better understanding about the life and behavior of bears. Hopefully this will lead to a higher tolerance which is instrumental in creating a strategy of coexistence between humans and bears.

Ukulele Club
2024-11-05 12:00 - 13:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Ukulele Club In-Person
Join this new club to learn the ukulele and to improve your skills. Playing the ukulele with others is loads of fun! A collaboration between NMPL and NM Senior Center. If you are over 60 and need a ride to the library, please call 860-355-6075.

The Funk Express
2024-11-01 15:00 - 17:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Please join us at The JCC in Sherman on FRIDAY November 1st at 7pm as we welcome The Funk Express!
Grab your family and friends and don’t forget your dancing shoes! The Funk Express will knock your socks off with their fantastic music!
This will be an evening of great dancing featuring musicians from all over CT and NYC. Musicians: Chris Carlone, Steven Trinchillo, Wesley Marchena, Steve Clark, Tim Lewis, Gary Fiandra, Mark Patrick and Rob Patrick.

November First Friday Hike (casual pace) at Deer Pond Farm
2024-11-01 06:00 - 08:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Join us for our First Friday hike in November! Our volunteers will be leading the way through Deer Pond Farm’s 850-acres of forests, wetlands, and meadows! This slower-paced hike is a great way to become familiar with a bit of our 15-mile trail network. Come dressed for the weather.

Traveling to Bhutan
2024-10-29 14:00 - 15:30 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Travel through the Kingdom of Bhutan with Nancy Brittingham as she tells about her Bucket List Trip. Using the travel guide, The Bhutan Bucket List: 100 Ways to Unlock Amazing Bhutan, Nancy was able to do 60 things in 15 days! Come hear about this amazing place!

Sound Bath Sunday
2024-10-27 09:00 - 10:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Join Amber Vlangas of Mindful Art and Sound for an Immersive Sound Experience
What To Expect:
Guided Meditation & Visualization
Vibrations of Crystal & Tibetan Singing Bowls, Chimes and more.
Release, Relaxation & Balance
Participants should wear comfortable clothes, bring their own yoga mat, blanket, pillow, eye covering and anything else to make themselves comfortable. This Sound Bath Sunday session will take place from 1-2pm.
About Your Sound & Meditation Guide: Amber Vlangas, MAT is an artist, certified Meditation Specialist, Mindful and Meditative ArtTeacher, Restorative Circle-keeper, and Sound Healer. She has always had a heart for holding space and helping others. Her work is grounded in the truth that every person has the ability to access their power, potential, and creativity when given the safety and encouragement they need to do so. She invites people into accessible and mindful art activities, guided meditation, music making, and sound journeying to help them relax, renew, and open pathways to enhanced mind-body connection, imagination, self-awareness and overall balance. Amber holds certifications accredited by the International Mindfulness and Meditation Alliance, The Mindful Art Alliance, The Meditation Organization and the Complementary Medical Association.

Women, Wine, & Wheel
2024-10-26 14:30 - 17:30 | VCA – Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Women, Wine, & Wheel
Saturday, October 26th, 6:30-9:30PM
What could be more fun than a bunch of ladies laughing and learning the pottery wheel?
This is a two-day course – you will throw one piece of pottery on the wheel, & trim the base during the second visit. Your third visit you can glaze your piece at your leisure once it’s out of the kiln. BYOB $129 Each.

Breast Cancer Talk
2024-10-24 10:00 - 11:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Nuvance Health is hosting a special speaker series dedicated to raising awareness and providing valuable information on breast cancer. Dr. Christina Wolchok will lead a discussion on breast cancer at the New Milford Public Library on October 24th from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm.

The Sopranos 25th Anniversary Sitdown
2024-10-22 14:00 - 15:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Sopranos Fans: Come to this group discussion on one of the most influential and beloved TV shows of our time. Trivia and gabagool! (Don’t wear a wire!) Plus, a Q and A session with Armen Garo who played “Coco” Cogliano in the Sixth Season.

Wanda Houston and the HBH Band
2024-10-19 15:00 - 17:30 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
WANDA & THE HBH BAND ft. George Potts, (JAZZ)
Celebrating their 18th year together, HBH is a collective effort of talented musicians from NY, CT and MA who musically travel the spectrum of the American Songbook. They deliver unique yet respectful interpretations of the “Standards” whether Broadway, Pop, R&B, Blues or Country from a Jazz perspective.
Innovative and interpretive the group is lead by the stirring and soulful vocals of Wanda L. Houston, the solid percussive piano/keyboard rhythms of Scott Heth and the swinging driving drums of Jay Bradley.
By adding the foundational bass of George Potts, there is a quartet representing over 40 years of professional experience. Each performer has played across the country and abroad. Currently, they play throughout the tristate area, but can often be found performing at The Fife & Drum for dinner and for NYE.

Clay Play Mini
2024-10-19 10:00 - 12:00 | VCA – Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Clay Play Mini
Saturday, October 19th. 2:00-4:00PM
Each date is an individual class.
For ages 7 and under with parents.
This is a chance to try the pottery wheel and get your hands on some clay. We show you how then you get on the wheel right away. Smaller children can sit on their parent’s lap. $50 ea

2024-10-19 10:00 - 12:00 | VCA – Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Clay Play Mini
August 17th
Sept 21st
October 19th
For ages 7 and under with parents. 2:00-4:00PM
This is a chance to try the pottery wheel and get your hands on some clay. We show you how then you get on the wheel right away. Smaller children can sit on their parent’s lap.
$50 ea
Needs a minimum of 4 people to run this class
Registration and payment secures your spot.
(860) 354-4318 call with any questions.
www.villagecenterarts.org

SWEET SIXTEEN! Come celebrate 16 years at the Rustic Country Barn!
2024-10-18 06:00 - 2024-10-20 14:00 | Rustic Country Barn, 101 Park Lane Rd. (Route 202), New Milford, CT, 06776

37th Annual Autumn Arts and Fine Crafts Show
2024-10-18 06:00 - 2024-10-20 13:00 | Merwinsville Hotel, 1 Browns Forge Rd., Gaylordsville,, CT, 06755
37th Annual Columbus Day Weekend Arts and Fine Crafts Show
Those looking for gifts of original artwork by local artists will find a great variety of framed oil paintings, watercolors and photography. The fall show also features the work of artisans in glass, jewelry, woodwork, pottery and more.
Many local artists take advantage of the shows offered at the Hotel to sell their work and support the ongoing restoration of the building. A portion of all sales benefit the Hotel.

John Pettibone Scholarship Fund Raiser Event
2024-10-17 14:00 - 17:00 | Housatonic River Brewing, 30 Kent Road, New Milford, CT, 06776

T. M. Novak Author Event
2024-10-15 14:00 - 15:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
In this talk, the author will share how her stories come to her in dreams and read the chapter that started it all. She will also share the inspirational story about how the film industry discovered her debut novel, The Abduction of Lilly Waters, an independently published book.

Dirty Date Night
2024-10-12 14:30 - 17:30 | VCA – Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Dirty Date Night
Saturday
*Aug 10th
*Sept 14th
*Oct 12th
6:30-9:30PM
Pick a date and register!
Grab someone special and come get dirty….with clay! $245 per couple.

This is a two-day course where you will throw one piece of pottery on the wheel, & trim the base during the second visit.
Glazing instructions are included. This is done during open studio any time we are open.
Registration and payment secures your spot.
Please call for availability (860) 354-4318.
All materials included.
BYOB
