New Milford Chamber of Commerce

9th Annual Wheels For Wheels Fundraiser Car Show
2024-05-04 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | John Pettibone Community Center, 2 Pickett District Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
9th Annual Wheels For Wheels Fundraiser Car ShowSaturday May 4 12–4PMJohn Pettibone Community Center2 Pickett District Rd, New Milford, CT 06776All are welcome: Cars, Trucks, Bikes, etc. Pets too!$20 Suggested DonationThe goal of Wheels for Wheels is to uplift and mobilize the disabled community.Awards:Best of:Show, Paint, Wheels, Engine Bay, & Obscure
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks as always, but we’d love it if you could support our awesome and giving food and drink vendors. Right from the get-go, Kash & Liv will have their homemade iced coffees and teas ready for you. Plus, John’s serving up his classic hot dogs, chips, and drinks. Don’t miss “Rice to Meat You” for some American favorites like smash burgers, chicken fingers, and fries – and let’s not forget their amazing Dominican rice bowls and empanadas that are just out of this world. And of course, it wouldn’t be the same without Cookie Cloud 9 and their irresistible buckets of chocolate chip cookies that just melt in your mouth

Pride Prom - a night to remember
2024-05-04 14:00 - 18:00 | The Maxx, 94 Railroad Street, New Milford, CT, 06776

The Girls From Away - Nancy Walsh & Caroline Bennett with Charlie Stokes
2024-05-04 15:00 - 17:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
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The Girls from Away : featuring Nancy Walsh and Caroline Bennett, with special guest Charlie Stokes
Nancy Walsh grew up on the east end of Long Island near the water. She began playing guitar and singing in church at the age of 13. It was the music of John Denver that inspired her to branch out from Christian worship songs. Nancy now resides in Sherman, CT and performs the music of John Denver, Nanci Griffith, Kate Wolf, and other folk singers. She has also written several songs about family and the New England coast. Nancy performs weekly at the JCC open mic and has played at local events/venues like the Bridgewater Fair, Merryall Center, and the Painted Lemon. She was also involved in co-hosting the Sherman Song Swap for many years.
Caroline Bennett has received awards and recognition for her Gaelic singing, songwriting and poetry, in local Mòd competitions as well as the Royal National Mòd in Scotland. Her original songs are currently being featured on a new BBC program series, hosted by Gillebride MacMillan, highlighting current generation singer-songwriters who are writing new songs in Gaelic, Caroline has a very special ability to create songs and poems in the bardic tradition of Scotland and is passionate about bringing to life, voices of the past as well as bringing new music to the Gaelic culture.
Charlie Stokes got his first guitar when he was 14. A year later he was in his first folk-singing group. In college he recorded a record and toured across the country with ‘The Folk Sound’ performing his first John Denver Songs, ‘Jet Plane’ and ‘For Baby, For Bobbie.’ A life-long John Denver fan, Charlie now sings with Pat Walker in their group, Cover to Cover

Sunday Speaker Series : Homestead Gardening, Molly Garcia
2024-05-05 09:00 - 11:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Join us for our Sunday Speaker Series on May 5th at 1:00.
The JCC in Sherman welcomes Molly Garcia, local Sherman gardener, homesteader, conservationist, and scout leader.
Come spend the afternoon learning about the world of gardening, tips and tricks, and gather ideas for your own home garden!

Town of New Milford Presents The Greater New Milford Chamber of Commerce's May Business Scene at Clatter Valley Park
2024-05-09 13:30 - 15:30 | Clatter Valley, 125 Town Farm Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
The Town of New Milford will be our host at Clatter Valley for May alongside Rich’s Wings and Things and Housatonic Brewing providing complimentary food and beverages.
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:* Town of New Milford
Food/drinks by:*Rich’s Wings & Things*Housatonic River Brewing

Dinner & Live Music : Don Lowe & New Middle Class
2024-05-10 15:00 - 17:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Please join us for Dinner & Music on Friday May 10th at 7pm as we welcome Don Lowe & special guest band “New Middle Class” ( Barbara & Mike Borok)
Don Lowe has been featured in venues of all types across the eastern corridor (NY/CT/NJ/Mass) and has opened for national acts such as Tom Rush, The Little River Band, Livingston Taylor, Steve Forbert, Kenny White, Toby Walker, Tim Grimm, Danielle Miraglia, David Jacobs-Strain, Johnny A, and the Dana Fuchs Band among many others. In 2023, Don was awarded second place by Litchfield Magazine in the “area’s most popular musician” category.
His brand of Americana music explores life with songs that are in turns witty, arcane, sad, and sometimes, downright silly. Don’s repertoire also includes a wide-range of Americana covers through the decades. He enjoys friendly and humorous interaction with the audience – when appropriate – and all 500-plus songs are from memory allowing for optimum performance awareness.
He was open mic host for the venerable Towne Crier Café for 8 years, and for 3 fun years, he and friend Steve Kirkman hosted a weekly radio program called Local Heroes that featured area local singer/songwriters. Don’s second CD, Out Here, was released in September 2014 and his first release, Dogs, Clowns, and Belles came out in 2011. His third CD is set for release in January, 2024. Don is originally from McHenry, North Dakota and currently lives in Sherman, CT where he is the town’s First Selectman (Mayor).
New Middle Class is Barbara Borok (lead vocal) and Mike Borok (guitar/vocal).
Their award-winning original songs walk a thin line between the funny and the serious, with distinctive vocals, harmonies and delightfully unexpected lyrical twists and turns. The songs span an eclectic range of styles, often speaking with the voices of different characters.
In the late ‘70’s, Mike led a Dan Hicks and His Hot Licks influenced band called Light Horse Harry. Barbara happened to be in the room at an audition to replace the band’s departing bassist and, upon discovering that this hot chick was neither the wife nor the girlfriend of the new bassist, Mike asked her out. Before long, Barbara’s love of singing inspired her to join the band and she went from girlfriend to backing singer to featured vocalist. Mike’s songwriting became more prolific – it must have been love. Light Horse Harry played the NYC college scene; their shows were loose, lots of fun, and hot swing/bluegrass fiddler Marty Laster would always bring the house down.
Their songs won awards in major songwriting contests, were played on over 50 radio stations worldwide, and they performed in events nationwide, including the Northeastern and Southwestern Folk Alliance conferences, Chicago and Florida festivals, and won Grand Prize at the Music To Life song contest at the prestigious Kerrville (TX) Folk Festival. Their songs also appear on The Folk Next Door IV Local Color, Fast Folk Undercurrents, and on three compilation albums by the Funny Music Project (The FuMP).
Their new album, House of Love, was also recorded at home, as well as two live-action music videos. For one of them, “Quark”, their fans contributed short video clips of this imaginary dance, which were incorporated into the video. And the video for “It Ain’t What It Ain’t” was featured by the national grassroots political organization Braver Angels.
Playfully serious, heartfelt and slightly bent middle-class pop/rock!

United Way & New Milford Rotary Club Hygiene Drive
2024-05-18 05:00 - 08:00 | John Pettibone Community Center, 2 Pickett District Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
The New Milford Rotary Club and the United Way Greater New Milford office of will a hold a “Reduce Hygiene Poverty” Drive-up Donation on Saturday, May 18, 2024, 9:00 am to Noon, at the Front Entrance of Pettibone Community Center, 2 Pickett District Rd, New Milford. All items will be donated to New Milford Social Services.
Donations of adult and baby diapers, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, laundry detergent, period pads & tampons, shaving cream & razors. What we may take for granted, some families must go without. Low income restricts options for struggling families. Access to hygiene products can help an entire household improve their quality of life. The impacts are immense, and families need help.
For more information call Katy Francis @ 860-354-8800 or email: katy.francis@unitedwaycwc.org or email info@nmrotary.org

Al & Friends : Homegrown
2024-05-24 15:00 - 17:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Friday May 24th at 7pm
Al Burgasser & Friends : Homegrown
An evening of original songs written, arranged and performed by the talented singer/songwriters that are a part of the Western Connecticut Music Community.
Featured performers:
Al Burgasser, and friends . . .
Caroline Bennett
Kerri Anne Byrnes
Susanna Marker
Beth Obstgarten
Deb Oria
Nancy Setzler
Nancy Walsh
Paul Ducker – saxophone, etc.
Bob Fink – piano
Dave Wonsey – percussion

Garden Club Annual Plant Sale
2024-06-01 05:00 - 09:00 | Town Green, 10 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
The NM Garden Club’s annual Flower Sale includes perennials, veggies, annuals, and houseplants—lots of variety and great prices. Knowledgeable Garden Club members will assist with your selections.

Designer Bag BINGO!
2024-06-01 14:00 - 17:00 | VFW, 11 Avery Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
It’s back, Designer Bag BINGO!10 CHANCES TO WIN A DESIGNER BAG*10 rounds of bingo. A designer bag 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 May 12$40 May 13-June 1

VFW, 11 Avery Road, New Milford
Presented by the Greater New Milford Chamber of Commerce
RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/2wx7kct6

New Milford Swim & Tennis Club along with National Iron Bank present The Greater New Milford Chamber of Commerce's Junw Business Scene
2024-06-06 01:30 - 15:30 | New Milford Tennis & Swim Club, 93 Aspetuck Ridge 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 businessSponsored this month by:* New Milford Tennis & Swim Club* National Iron Bank

New Milford Ice Cream Crawl
2024-06-30 - 2024-08-25 | CT
The second annual New Milford Ice Cream Crawl will run July 1 through Aug. 25.
Eight New Milford establishments that offer ice cream treats will participate.
Individuals who visit 5 of the 8 participating businesses are eligible to win an Ice Cream Crawl T-shirt.
For all the details, visit https://www.newmilfordnow.org/stories?story=Here-s-the-scoop-on-New-Milford-s-Ice-Cream-Crawl

BrightPath summer enrollment
2024-07-10 04:00 - 2024-08-31 13:00 | CT
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Photo Composition workshop
2024-07-12 09:00 - 11:00 | CT

Steve Bennett Comedy Show
2024-07-12 15:30 - 17:30 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Join us for the 5th Annual Steve Bennett Memorial Comedy Show at the JCC in Sherman! Saturday July 12th at 7:30pm
Laugh along with some of the freshest comic voices on the stand-up stage, in keeping with the raucous comedy events our longtime resident Steve Bennett organized over the years!
This year’s lineup:
Lindsey Barnes (co-Host)
Sean Conrad
Katie Finn
Ben Rosenfeld
Amy Veltman (co-host)
Tayler Yarish

$10-25

Fourth of July Fireworks
2024-07-13 05:30 - 18:00 | CT

'S Wonderful - performance with Liz Callaway and Sherman Chamber Ensemble
2024-07-19 15:30 - 17:30 | CT
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We Will Dance Again
2024-07-19 15:30 - 17:30 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Join us for a special screening of “We Will Dance” July 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Followed by short Q&A with executive producer Terence Wrong

Painting Swap Paint Party
2024-07-21 08:00 - 09:00 | CT

BrightPath's Summer Luau Open House
2024-07-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Bright Path Kids, 169 Danbury Rd, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
We are hosting an evening of fun games, light refreshments and a chance to tour our facility while enjoying fun for the little ones! Our playgrounds will be open for enjoyment. This event is FREE and open to the community. We will give interested guests a tour and be available to answer any questions regarding our program.
Email: newmilfordct@brightpathkids.com for more info!

Chicks & Friends
2024-07-27 15:30 - 17:30 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Join us on Saturday July 27th at 7:30pm for Chicks & Friends : Nancy Setzler, Maggie Meriwether & Susanna Marker, with special guests Al Burgasser & more!
Nancy Setzler has been a singer/songwriter and musician for many years, first developing her love for music while performing with her church folk group and then transitioning to acoustic folk and classic rock bands. Currently she plays in Tuned In, Wandering Women, and Chicks on Fire, which feature a combination of unique harmonies on popular covers as well as fresh original songs. She is working on new original music, as well as collaborating with other musicians and songwriters.
Maggie Meriwether has been singing for years with a variety of different musicians. She is most recently in the acoustic duo, The Wandering Women, who specialize in harmonies and acoustic versions of well-known songs. She is also working on her acoustic guitar skills and hopes to incorporate more guitar playing during performances in the future.
Al Burgasser has a long history as a respected singer/songwriter and a member of multiple performing groups in the region. He is also active in participating in regional events including hosting Open Mic nights, the Sherman Song Swap, teaching songwriting, and performing for civic events.
This just in… Susanna is joining the lineup! Susanna Marker: is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. She has been part of several local bands including Lumos, Red Dirt Road and The Red Dirt Girls, and has also performed as a solo artist.
*KerriAnne Byrnes (original Chicks on Fire musician) is unable to make it to this performance. Taking her place on this evening is Maggie Meriweather.

Senior Living with Type 2 Diabetes: What You Need to Know
2024-07-30 09:00 - 10:00 | New Milford Senior Center, 40 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Join Danielle Niesz, Community Health & Wellness LPN for an informative presentation on living with Type 2 diabetes! Learn about what diabetes is, the different types, symptoms, treatment options for Type 2, and potential complications. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and improve your understanding of this common condition.
To register, email Janette Ireland (jireland@newmilford.org) or call the New Milford Senior Center: (860)-355-6075
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Chamber Business Scene
2024-08-08 13:30 - 15:30 | Candlelight Farms, 214 Candlewood Mountain Rd, New Milford, CT
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:* All American Waste

Venue, food and drinks provided/donated by:* Candlelight Farms* Housatonic River Brewing* Rich’s Wings & Things

2024-08-10 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

2024-08-14 14:00 - 15:00 | CT
Shake Your Soul : An exploratory movement experience for all ages and abilities! Come join the fun on Wednesday, August 14th at 6pm.
This FREE class is being offered by Deborah Dayal.
Deborah is a Shake Your Soul Teacher, Somatic Therapist, Yoga teacher, Montessori Teacher, mother, grandmother and friend. She values building healthy relationships with self and others through movement and creative process.
Please RSVP via the ticket link, by email, or by phone. Thank you!
You can read more about Deborah @ www.riverrhymesmovement.com

Movie & Discussion w Producer : Mississippi Burning, Fred Zollo
2024-08-16 15:00 - 18:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Join us on Friday August 16th at 7pm as we welcome American Film & Theater Producer Frederick Zollo.
Film : Mississippi Burning (rated R)
Stay after the movie for a burning discussion with Fred Zollo, film producer.
When a group of civil rights workers goes missing in a small Mississippi town, FBI agents Alan Ward (Willem Dafoe) and Rupert Anderson (Gene Hackman) are sent in to investigate. Local authorities refuse to cooperate with them, and the African American community is afraid to, precipitating a clash between the two agents over strategy. As the situation becomes more volatile, the direct approach is abandoned in favor of more aggressive, hard-line tactics.
This is a free event. All donations are greatly appreciated!

Clay Play Mini
2024-08-17 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

2024-08-17 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

Women, Wine & Wheel
2024-08-17 14:30 - 17:30 | Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Women, Wine, & Wheel
Saturday, 6:30-9:30PM
*Aug 17th
*Sept 28th
*Oct 26th
Pick a date and register!
Taught with joy by an informative, highly experienced and fun-loving instructor.
This is a two-day course – you will throw one piece of pottery on the wheel & trim the base during the second visit. Call for scheduling and availability.
All materials included.
BYOB
$129 Each.
Registration and payment secure your spot.
(860) 354-4318

A Studio Affair
2024-08-17 14:30 - 18:00 | VCA – Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Are you eager to explore your creative side but unsure where to begin? Look no further! Our goal is to establish a lively hub where our community can come together, socialize with friends, and engage with new acquaintances. Our primary focus is on inclusivity and nurturing creativity.
If you’re already working on a project, bring it along to continue working on it. You don’t need to be a professional artist to participate.
Spread the word, invite your friends, and prepare for an unforgettable experience! And if you’re feeling thirsty, remember to BYOB. We’ll also be playing some vinyl records throughout the evening.
Find us at 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT.
(860) 353-4318
