New Milford Chamber of Commerce

A Studio Affair
2023-11-18 13:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Gather in the company of other creatives as we work collectively
to create VCA’s first-ever ‘zine series.
We welcome you to contribute alongside other artists in a relaxing
and inclusive atmosphere.
This will be so much fun, be sure to invite your friends!
21+ BYOB

Run Santa Run Kids Fun Run
2023-11-25 04:30 - 05:00 | Young’s Field Road, 6 Young's Field Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Kids Fun Run
Don’t forget to bring a toy!

Run Santa Run 5K
2023-11-25 05:00 - 07:00 | Young’s Field Road, 6 Young's Field Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Kids Fun Run at 9:30
Run Santa Run 13 5k

Jazzing It Up!
2023-11-25 11:00 - 13:30 | Christ Church, 17 Church Rd., Pawling, NY, 12564
Join the Sherman Chamber Ensemble on Thanksgiving weekend for “Jazzing it Up” – a tribute concert celebrating the 100th birthdays of jazz legends Tito Puente, Dexter Gordon, Thad Jones, and Red Garland.
We’re offering three perfomances!
Sat., Nov. 25, 4 pm, Christ Church, 17 Church Road, Pawling
Sat., Nov. 25, 7:30 pm, Salem Covenant Church, 96 Baldwin Hill Road, Washington
Sun., Nov. 26, 4 pm, St. Andrew’s Church, 1 North Main Street, Kent
Featuring Ted Rosenthal on piano, Chris Parker on drums, Eddie Barbash on alto sax, Thomson Kneeland on bass, Susan Rotholz on flute and Eliot Bailen, on cello.
Tickets $25. Children ages 16 and under free. Purchase tickets online at www.SCEmusic.org or at the door.

Tree Lighting
2023-11-25 12:30 - 14:30 | Town Green, 10 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
The Greater New Milford Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, November 25th at 5:30 p.m. on the Village Green.
Highlights of the evening will include the lighting of the Christmas trees on the Green and visits with Santa.
The trees are put up by the United Methodist Men of the New Milford United Methodist Church, www.newmilfordumc.org. This is the 56th year of trees on the Green. We hope you will join us for this community tradition.

Jazzing It Up!
2023-11-25 14:30 - 16:00 | Salem Covenant Church, 96 Baldwin Hill Rd., Washington, CT, 06777
We’re offering three perfomances!
Sat., Nov. 25, 4 pm, Christ Church, 17 Church Road, Pawling
Sat., Nov. 25, 7:30 pm, Salem Covenant Church, 96 Baldwin Hill Road, Washington
Sun., Nov. 26, 4 pm, St. Andrew’s Church, 1 North Main Street, Kent
Featuring Ted Rosenthal on piano, Chris Parker on drums, Eddie Barbash on alto sax, Thomson Kneeland on bass, Susan Rotholz on flute and Eliot Bailen, on cello.
Tickets $25. Children ages 16 and under free. Purchase tickets online at www.SCEmusic.org or at the door.

Jazzing It Up!
2023-11-26 11:00 - 12:30 | Saint Andrews Church, 1 North Main, Kent, CT

Stuff-A-Cruiser Gift Driive
2023-12-02 04:00 - 09:00 | Litchfield Crossings, 169 Danbury Road, New Milford, CT, 06776

Pet Photos With Santa
2023-12-02 05:00 - 11:00 | Agway Danbury, 92 Mill Plain Rd., Danbury, CT, United States

Grad Party fundraiser - holiday photos
2023-12-02 06:00 - 09:00, 2023-12-10 07:00 - 10:00 | John Pettibone Community Center, 2 Pickett District Road, New Milford, CT, 06776

Pet Photos with Santa
2023-12-03 05:00 - 11:00 | Agway New Milford, 126 Housatonic Ave, New Milford, CT, 06776

Building on Business Success in New Milford
2023-12-07 12:30 - 15:00 | CT
This is a free, open to the public panel discussion with representatives from the FDIC, SBA, Score, SBDC, and is brought to you by The Greater New Milford Chamber of Commerce and The Corporation for New Milford Economic Development.
Refreshments provided and time will be set a side for networking and Q&A as well.

The Cast of Beatlemania
2023-12-09 14:00 - 17:00 | New MIlford High School, 388 Danbury Rd, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States

December Business Scene Toy & Food Drive
2023-12-12 12:30 - 14:30 | Housatonic River Brewing, 30 Kent Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Come out and celebrate the season with our hosts Housatonic Brewery, Housatonic Business Alliance and Webster Bank as we collect toys and non perishables for New Milford Social Services.
Refreshments provided, cash bar.

Ostomy Foundation Holiday Open House
2023-12-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Ostomy Foundation, 14 Elm St, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States

Boston Tea Party
2023-12-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Town Green, 10 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776

Winter Open House
2024-01-20 07:00 - 11:00 | VCA – Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
You’re invited to…
Join us to learn more about our exciting, new offerings for the upcoming season!
Meet our teachers; some new, some old!
Chat with our instructors to learn about who they are & what they do.
Find out the new classes we offer. Sample a select few of our classes!
Add to Miss Brittney’s Word Board, make bookmarks with Ms. Dianne & more.
Experience what “art for all ages” truly means!

Information about what’s in store at VCA this winter will include but not be limited to:
Class offerings (for both children and adults), Tuition Assistance/Scholarships, the Unexpected Artist Program, Summer Camp, upcoming workshops & more.
On Jan. 20th only, sign up for a winter class and save 10% on tuition.

Celebrate Winter with Faure and the Connecticut Choral Society
2024-01-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Valley Presbyterian Church, 21 West Whisconier Road, Brookfield, CT, United States
The Connecticut Choral Society invites you to the Winter Sing featuring the Faure Requiem. The Winter Sing is an opportunity for singers to join in the fun or for music lovers to simply come and enjoy. Please join us on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at 3:00 pm at Valley Presbyterian Church, 21 West Whisconier Road, Brookfield.
Under the direction of Eric Dale Knapp, The Winter Sing will feature soprano Francesca Federico, bass Damian Savarino and organist Linda Sweetman-Waters.
Scores will be available or you are welcome to bring your own. There is a $20 suggested donation at the door for listeners and singers who bring their own music or a $25 suggested donation if a score is provided by the Connecticut Choral Society.
To learn more about the Winter Sing featuring the Faure Requiem, The Connecticut Choral Society, Our Voices United, and the amazing works in store for our 2024 season, visit us at www.ctchoralsociety.com and LIKE/FOLLOW us on Facebook & Instagram @connecticutchoralsociety.

Parenting in the age of Artificial Intelligence
2024-01-27 08:00 - 09:30 | Robotics and Beyond, 46 Bridge Street Room 4, New Milford, CT, 06776
Don’t miss this informative discussion!
This in-person seminar is focused on how AI resources can and will impact children, in both their social and educational worlds as well as their futures. Types of AI tools that will be relevant to young people will be discussed, along with the opportunities and potential challenges they will pose. A collection of resources for further information will be provided. Questions and discussion will be welcomed throughout the event.
Seminar Leader: Thomas King, long-time Robotics And Beyond student, mentor and admin assistant. Independent Technology Consultant and Graduate of the University of Massachusetts Amherst (B.S. Computer Science, 2022).

January 27, 2024 (Saturday) – 1:00-2:30pm.

Open to: Parents and any adult interested in AI’s impact on children. This is a discussion group.
Parking directions for our office at 46 Bridge Street in New Milford (Our door cannot be accessed from Bridge St).

Turn onto South Main St. from Bridge St.
Immediately turn right into the first parking lot behind the 2 story building on the corner.
Drive past that building. We are in the smaller building slightly downhill from the main parking lot.
Park in the lower lot right against our building. If no spots there then park in the large upper lot along the fence.
Just walk in the door of the lower building and down the hall to the end.
Room #4 is on the left at the end.
If the outer door is locked, please text 860-944-6175.

Global Community Engagement Day
2024-01-27 09:00 - 11:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
The library is hosting New Milford community agencies, such as the Chamber of Commerce, the Pratt Center, NMCAN, Woman’s Club of Greater New Milford, the New Milford Commission on the Arts, New Milford Social Services, and more. These organizations will share their missions and information with the public. Come and learn about all the valuable resources New Milford has to offer and how you can help make our town a little better!

FLOURISH : MINI RETREAT AT THE JCCS
2024-01-28 07:00 - 11:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
New year – new you! Treat yourself to an immersive mind-body wellness experience at the JCC in Sherman.
Participants will relax, connect, and rejuvenate to unlock their inner potential, power, creativity, and balance. The retreat will include an opening connection circle, a mindful meditative art process, a community acupuncture or tuning fork session, sound bath and closing circle.
Participants should wear comfortable clothes, bring their own yoga mat, pillow and blanket. Art supplies, water and healthy snacks will be provided.

Active Health Open House
2024-01-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Active Health, 39 Park Lane road, New Milford, CT, 06776
We’re thrilled to share some wonderful updates from Active Health! Not only are we expanding to welcome new patients, but we’re also introducing a talented addition to our medical team, Dr. Abra Mabasa, starting March 1st, 2024.
Open House Invitation: We’re hosting an Open House at our facility on January 28th and February 25th, giving you the perfect opportunity to meet Dr. Mabasa and learn more about our approach to healthcare. This event will be a great chance to experience the warmth and professionalism of our team and to see firsthand why Active Health is the right choice for your healthcare needs. Register for Open House

New Temporary Location in Litchfield: To accommodate this exciting growth, we’ve set up a temporary location in Litchfield for one year. This initiative is designed to provide immediate care opportunities for new patients and reduce wait times.
Join Us for Immediate, Personalized Care: We are now inviting you to skip the usual waitlist and start your healthcare journey immediately with Dr. Mabasa at our Litchfield location. This is a unique opportunity to receive timely and dedicated medical attention.
How to Join: If you’re interested in becoming a patient at Active Health, we encourage you to fill out our simple form to express your interest. This will help us organize and offer you a personalized consultation. Alternatively, feel free to call our office directly. Join the Practice
Don’t miss this chance to meet Dr. Mabasa at our Open House and to become part of the Active Health family. We are committed to your well-being and eagerly await the opportunity to provide you with exceptional healthcare.
39 Park Lane Road, New Milford CT 06776
January 28th at 3:00pm – 4:00 pm
March 25th at 3:00pm – 4:00 pm
We look forward to welcoming you at our Open House and to having you as a new member of the Active Health community

First Friday Hike
2024-02-02 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Audubon First Friday Hike

DINNER THEATER : GOLDA'S BALCONY
2024-02-03 14:00 - 16:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
The JCCS presents… Dinner and a Show!
Under the direction of Robin Frome ~ Golda’s Balcony starring Dandy Barrett.
Ticket price includes: your choice of a Corned Beef or Pastrami on Rye Sandwich, a cup of Matzoh Ball Soup, Root Vegetable Chips, and a pickle. Cold beverage, Coffee & Tea, Dessert item.

SUNDAY SPEAKER SERIES : FREE SPEECH (NADINE STROSSEN / JEFFREY TOOBIN)
2024-02-04 08:00 - 10:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
“Free Speech and its Limits: Should it protect event antisemitic hate speech, advocacy of terrorism, and social media disinformation?”
Join us on Sunday February 4th at 1:00pm ~ Sunday Speaker Series
featuring Nadine Strossen in conversation with Jeffrey ToobinFormer ACLU president and First Amendment expert Nadine Strossen will discuss her new book, Free Speech: What Everyone Needs to Know®, with best-selling author and TV legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin.Copies will be available at the discount price of $10 (correct change appreciated).
Come prepared with your most pressing questions – and arguments – about any free speech issues, so we can all enjoy our First Amendment freedoms!
All are invited to enjoy dessert, coffee and conversation about the local and national work of the ACLU at a short after-reception hosted by Chuck & Beth Schorr Lesnick.
ACLU representatives will be on hand to answer questions and share information.
Please RSVP to avlangas@acluct.org if you plan to attend the reception
Sunday Speaker Series events are free for JCCS Members / Suggested donation $5 for non-members. ALL DONATIONS ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED!

Audubon Society Bird & Nature Walk
2024-02-06 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States

Audubon Society Winter Tree ID Walk
2024-02-07 06:00 - 08:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States

DINNER & MUSIC : LUMOS
2024-02-09 14:00 - 16:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Join us for our Friday evening Dinner & Music event featuring Lumos (Susanna Marker & Al Burgasser) with special guest Dan Lyon.

This month’s dinner theme is : Mediterranean … stay tuned for the menu!
All tickets include buffet dinner, hot and cold beverages, dessert, and a live music performance. Price $50

Second Saturday Hike
2024-02-10 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
