New Milford Chamber of Commerce

Sound Meditation
2025-07-12 06:00 - 07:00 (America/New_York) | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Jeanine Chayka will soothe your soul with the calming and vibrational sounds of her instruments. This technique helps with sleeping and chronic pain, while increasing creativity and energy.

Tabletop Gardens
2025-07-12 09:00 - 10:30 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
There is always room for one of these beautiful gardens–perfect for a table in your home or as a gift. Come and create one of these tabletop gardens for yourself. Bring a dish of your choosing about 8 inches in diameter and at least 2 to 4 inches deep. The Garden Club of New Milford will supply the rest.

FERN ID WALK @ Deer Pond Farm
2025-07-13 06:00 - 08:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Enjoy a shady stroll along the trails of Deer Pond Farm and discover the various ferns common to the Northeast. CT Audubon Society Volunteer Naturalist Diane Nizlek will lead this walk. She will share the basics of fern ID and reproduction. Learn fun facts about some of the oldest plants on Earth and how they support local wildlife.
Register at https://www.ctaudubon.org/deer-pond-farm-programs-classes/

Tim Conn Golf Open
2025-07-14 06:00 - 14:00 | Lake Waramaug Country Club, 22 Golf Links Road, Washington, CT, 06777, United States
Join Us Monday, July 14
Lake Waramaug Country Club,
11 am Shotgun Start

The Tim Conn Open has raised over $60,000 for the John Pettibone Memorial Scholarship Fund. 2025 marks the 32nd annual TCO at the beautiful Lake Waramaug Country Club. We look forward to seeing you there!
Tim Conn was a member of the John Pettibone Memorial Scholarship Fund in the 1980s. In 1989, Tim was diagnosed with inoperable CNS lymphoma. After Tim died in 1993, his friends and relatives organized the Tim Conn Open. This annual golf tournament honors Tim’s legacy and raises funds for the John Pettibone Scholarship, which is awarded annually in Tim’s name.

SUMMER BIRD BEHAVIORS (CLASS & WALK)
2025-07-17 06:00 - 08:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Have you ever wondered how birds survive the “dog days” of summer? Join us at Deer Pond Farm for our Summer Bird Behaviors program. Starting in the classroom, avian expert Lori Lichtenauer will discuss how parent birds care for fledglings, bird molting patterns, when and how birds prepare for their long-distance migratory journeys! We will hit the trails for the last hour of the program.
Register here for the July 17 Summer Bird Behaviors Class & Walk.
This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.

Local Authors Event
2025-07-17 13:30 - 16:30 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Get ready to embark on a literary adventure at the highly anticipated Local Authors Event! With a wide range of genres and authors, this event promises something for every book lover.

Beyond The Pour: Embellishment Techniques for Acrylic Pour Paintings
2025-07-19 06:00 - 07:00 | Gallery 25 in the Historic Train Station, 11 Railroad Street, New Milford, 06776
🎨✨ Pour & Elevate: Embellishment Techniques for Acrylic Pour Paintings
🗓️ Saturday, July 19 | 10–11 AM
$45 All materials provided.
📍 Gallery 25 in the Historic Train Station – Where Art Meets History!
Ready to take your acrylic pour paintings to the next level?
In this exciting new workshop, local artist and instructor Christy Bonaiuto will guide you beyond the pour! Experiment with a pour technique and then learn how to enhance your dried acrylic creations with stunning embellishments like:
🌟 Gold Leaf Accents
🎯 Dot Painting Details
🛡️ Specialty Sealants for That Perfect Finish
This is the perfect class for beginners or those who’ve poured before and are curious about turning their abstract pieces into gallery-worthy showstoppers with texture, shine, and personality! All materials are provided!
💡 Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your technique or add new tools to your artist toolbox, this is your chance to experiment and explore!
🎟️ Spots are limited! Sign up today at https://square.link/u/ROFKcXjS

Movement and Dance Workshop
2025-07-19 08:00 - 11:00 | JCC in Sherman, 9 Route 39 South, Sherman, CT
Sign Up Before June 19th and SAVE 10%! Don’t miss out an a great deal, and a great class! No Experience Required!
A three hour Martha Graham Technique Class & Creative Movement Study led by former Graham dancer Oliver Tobin.
Martha Graham Technique Class
This class introduces dancers to the foundational principles of the Martha Graham Technique, emphasizing core elements such as contraction and release, spiral, opposition, and the dynamic use of weight. Through floor work, standing exercises, and center combinations, participants will explore the expressive power and physicality of this iconic modern dance technique, building strength and artistry.
Creative Movement Study
This portion of the workshop explores creating movements and phrases inspired by gesture, incorporating key elements of the Graham Technique: contraction and release, opposition, shifts of weight, and fall and recovery.
Oliver Tobin is a former dancer with the Martha Graham Dance Company, where he performed leading roles in Appalachian Spring, Clytemnestra, Diversion of Angels, El Penitente, and Embattled Garden, among others. His off-Broadway acting credits include The Kentucky Cycle, The Lesser Magoo, Nirvanov, and Tallahassee. As a Regisseur of the Graham repertoire, Oliver has restaged and directed works such as Celebration, Diversion of Angels, Episodes, Panorama, and Maple Leaf Rag. In 2019, he reimagined and choreographed Martha Graham’s American Document (1938), which premiered in Los Angeles. As the Director of Teens@Graham, he developed and taught technique and choreography programs for NYC performing arts schools, including Talent Unlimited High School, Frank Sinatra School of the Arts, Bronx Dance Academy, Urban Assembly School of the Arts, and the Martha Graham School. As a dancer and cultural ambassador with Battery Dance company, Oliver led modern dance choreography workshops throughout Germany and Africa. He has also served on the faculty at Adelphi University, Kaatsbaan, LaGuardia High School, and The Martha Graham School. In 2016, Oliver was named Director of Martha Graham Resources, overseeing the archival process of Graham’s extensive collection, including costumes, production elements, images, ephemera, and personal items from 1894 to 2021. He relocated the physical collection to its permanent home at the NYPL Dance Division in January 2020. Additionally, he implemented a digital database to provide global access to Graham’s legacy, facilitating licensing projects across theaters, film, television, galleries, museums, and educational institutions. Oliver graduated from the American Musical & Dramatic Academy, The Sivananda Yoga Institute, and Empire State College. He resides in Sherman and is the founder and owner of
HOMORGANIZED, a home and business organizing company.

Ice Cream Boot Camp
2025-07-22 10:00 - 12:30, 2025-08-12 10:00 - 12:30 | The Maxx, 94 Railroad Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Home made ice cream making classes for incoming 4th – 6th grade students with Chef Sabrina.
2pm – 4:30pm at The Maxx – July 1, 22 and August 12th
$35 per class

Resume and Career Success Class
2025-07-22 13:30 - 16:30, 2025-07-24 13:30 - 16:30 | The Maxx, 94 Railroad Street, New Milford, CT, 06776

Making Simple Books
2025-07-24 13:30 - 15:30 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Time to have some fun and get creative! Local artisan Jody Hyman will show you how to make 3 different little books using basic book making techniques. All materials are included.

The Pears: Dog Days of Summer Concert
2025-07-26 15:30 - 17:30 | CT
Members:
Nancy Janutolo | Percussion/Vocals
Angela Cahill | Vocals/Guitar
Chuck Cundari | Guitar/Vocals
The Pears are thrilled to return for a second performance to the JCC in Sherman for the Dog Days of Summer. You can expect a mix of rock, country, pop, folk and R&B music for your listening and dancing pleasure. We have added several popular hits from various artists to celebrate the Summer season.
Nancy has performed throughout the past several years in a variety of bands and brings her amazing percussion abilities to the small footprint of the Pears.
Angela brings her exceptional vocal talents to the band’s unique sound, providing solid guitar rhythms and high energy to the stage.
Chuck brings a unique approach to acoustic guitar incorporating various elements of a song, transposing to guitar, while delivering a strong vocal presence.

Simplify Your Finances
2025-07-29 13:00 - 14:00 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Co-sponsored by the New Milford Senior Center, this program will talk about budgeting for retirement. Plus, Senior Center Municipal Agents will speak about Social Security. A light dinner will be served.

BIRD & NATURE WALK @ Deer Pond Farm
2025-07-30 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Discover the flowers, birds, and butterflies of Deer Pond Farm with Sanctuary Manager / Naturalist Lori Lichtenauer. Starting in our pollinator garden, we will discuss the phenology (seasonal cycles) of native flowering plants and how this impacts the insect and bird communities. Then we will explore the life in and around our nature preserve! $5 members, $10 non-members
Register here for the July 30 Bird & Nature Walk. This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.

Painting a Lake Sunset
2025-07-31 13:30 - 15:30 | New Milford Public Library, 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Join local artist Alissa DeGregorio in this relaxing and educational class as she walks you through painting an impressionist lake sunset with acrylic paints on canvas board. All materials provided.

1ST FRIDAY HIKE @ Deer Pond Farm
2025-08-01 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Ready for a mini adventure? Hit the trails with our awesome Volunteer Guides on a 2–3-mile hike at Deer Pond Farm! We’ll wander through meadows, listen to birds in the forest, and maybe even spot a few surprises along the way. It’s an easy-to-moderate hike with maximum good vibes—perfect for nature lovers! Register here.
This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.

SUMMER TREE ID (Class & Walk)
2025-08-05 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Join us for a lively summer stroll at Deer Pond Farm as we uncover the secrets of Connecticut’s native trees with two amazing guides: John Ehrenreich, author of Native Trees of Connecticut, and CT Audubon Naturalist Diane Nizlek. Learn to ID trees by their leaves, bark, and quirky traits—no botany degree required! Whether you’re a nature nerd or just tree-curious, this walk promises plenty of ‘aha’ moments, forest fun, and a fresh way to see the green world around you.
Register here for the August 5 Summer Tree ID Program. $5 members, $10 non-members
This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.

Summer Art Club with Liz (August Session: Learn Color & Value)
2025-08-07 14:00 - 2025-08-14 16:00 | Gallery 25 in the Historic Train Station, 11 Railroad Street, New Milford, 06776
Summer ART Club with Liz RosielloThursday Evenings • 6–8 PM • $65 per sessionFor Adults & Young Adults (ages 14+)All skill levels welcome!Join artist and instructor Liz Rosiello for a summer of creativity, skill-building, and artistic exploration! Each session of this laid-back, small-group Summer Art Club focuses on a different essential art skills—from drawing fundamentals to watercolor journaling to mastering color and value. Classes take place at Gallery 25 and we will draw inspiration from downtown New Milford, making the town itself part of your inspiration!
August: Learn Color & ValueThursdays, 8/7 & 8/14 | 6–8 PMSession 1 dives into color theory and how to apply it meaningfully in your art. In Session 2, we’ll focus on value—the true backbone of great painting. Learn how to make your work pop and why value is everything! Sign up for Liz’s August Session: https://square.link/u/Ea9y3Kvk
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your practice, Summer Art Club offers a welcoming, fun space to grow your skills with guidance from a passionate teacher. Spots are limited—sign up early to save yours! Use the links to sign up for your sessions! Sign up for all three sessions or choose the sessions that fit your schedule!

Sailing through Summer - Canvas Painting
2025-08-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Create Escape Studio, 143 West Street - Unit U, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
Sailing through Summer – A Step-by-Step Scenic Painting Workshop
Set your creativity afloat in this relaxing, beginner-friendly painting workshop!
You’ll be guided step-by-step as we create a peaceful scene featuring a sailboat gliding on a tranquil lake, surrounded by majestic mountains and lush trees.

No experience needed—just bring your sense of adventure (and maybe a friend). We provide all materials, instructions, and a relaxing, creative atmosphere.
$40 per person
ages 10+

The Rough & Tumble
2025-08-09 15:30 - 17:30 | Merryall Center, 8 Chapel Hill Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
The Rough & Tumble are a folk/Americana duo, consisting of Mallory Graham & Scott Tyler. Forming in 2011, they spent 8 years full time in a 16ft camper with two big dogs, playing roughly 150 shows a year. At home at festivals, listening rooms, and house concerts across the country, their commanding stage presence, engaging performances and affecting songwriting won them official showcases at Folk Alliance International, NERFA, SERFA and the Independent Music Awards Americana Song of the Year for their song “The Hardest Part”.

In 2023 they received recognition for their work in New England as recipients of Club Passim’s Iguana Music Fund. Only This Far, the band’s most notable work, was released in 2023 and has been described as “quality songs, well written, well played, well sung and arranged, and a pleasure from start to end.” In November 2024, The Rough & Tumble released Hymns For My Atheist Sister and Her Friends To Sing Along To, a collection of deeply personal, unifying and uplifting, humanist gospel songs.

Fused Glass 101
2025-08-10 08:00 - 10:30 | Create Escape Studio, 143 West Street - Unit U, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
Create a lovely trinket dish, suncatcher, or luminary out of glass.
Using a variety of colorful glass, you will create a one-of-a-kind design. Feature just one flower or an entire field; the choice is up to you. Projects will be created on a 6″ x 6″
Cost: $ 48.00 per person Includes materials, instruction, and kiln fusing.
Ages 12+
ages 8+ accepted when a parent is also participating
(Both people must purchase a ticket)

Open Mic @ the Merryall Center
2025-08-12 15:00 - 17:30 | Merryall Center, 8 Chapel Hill Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Signups start at 6:30 for our 7:00 open mic. Two songs or 8 minutes.
Bring a couple of songs, a story, a few poems, or your tight 8 minutes of standup to the Merryall Center’s Open Mic.

BIRDING BY TREE at Deer Pond Farm in Sherman
2025-08-13 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Explore how different bird species choose specific trees for food, shelter, and song—and how knowing your oaks from your birches can help you spot more birds! Join Sanctuary Manager / Naturalist Lori Lichtenauer at Deer Pond Farm for a unique twist on traditional birding. This is a relaxed walk through various habitats, perfect for curious beginners and seasoned birders alike. Bring your questions and your love for feathered friends!
Register here for the August 13 Birding by Tree Program. $5 members, $10 non-members
This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.

August Business Scene at Candlelight Farms
2025-08-14 13:30 - 15:30 | Candlelight Farms, 214 Candlewood Mountain Rd, New Milford, CT
🎉 You’re Invited! 🎉An Evening of Networking, Connection, and Community
Presented by:All American Waste, LAB Media, and the John Pettibone Scholarship Fund
Join us for a vibrant evening of connections and conversations with fellow business professionals at the beautiful Candlelight Farms in New Milford! This informal networking event offers the perfect open house atmosphere to meet new faces, share ideas, and grow your business network.
🗓 Date: August 14🕕 Time: 5.30 pm📍 Location: Candlelight Farms, New Milford
✨ What to Expect:

FREE and open to the public

A casual, welcoming networking environment

Food and beverages served

Bring your business cards & a friend or colleague

Door prizes welcome — a great way to promote your business!

Beverages provided by Housatonic River Brewing

Don’t miss this chance to mix, mingle, and make meaningful connections while supporting a great cause!
📢 Let’s grow together — we can’t wait to see you there!

Chamber booth at Bridgewater Country Fair
2025-08-14 - 2025-08-15 | CT
Stop by our booth at the Bridgewater Country Fair Aug. 15-17.

Seat of Our Pants
2025-08-15 15:00 - 17:30 | Merryall Center, 8 Chapel Hill Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Affectionately known as SOOP, Seat Of Our Pants has ascended to the forefront of the Connecticut roots music scene with award winning, heartfelt, and clever songs that put a smile on your face, a tear in your eye, and get you thinking about the world around you. From sellout shows at The Buttonwood Tree, to the grand stage at Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den, to Podunk Bluegrass Festival, and many of the premiere listening rooms around the state, SOOP never disappoints their audiences. The unique mix of instruments, and impeccable intricate harmonies, distinguish Connecticut’s one-of-a-kind SOOP. Their cornucopia of folk instruments and rock-infused songwriting are a contagiously fun experience. ‘DOORS OPEN @ 7:00 PM for Pre-Concert Reception.
CONCERT BEGINS @ 7:30

Blooms at the Barn - Paint & Sip
2025-08-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Create Escape Studio, 143 West Street - Unit U, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States
A Rustic Workshop of Petals, Paint & Pastoral Charm
Step into the serene beauty of the countryside as we bring a blooming barnyard scene to life on canvas!
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll paint a charming rustic barn nestled among an array of wild flowers—perfect for welcoming the season with creativity. With guidance from our warm and welcoming instructor, Maureen, you’ll enjoy an easygoing evening full of creativity, calm, and connection.
No experience needed—just bring your favorite drink, a few snacks, and a willingness to enjoy the moment.

$40 per person
Adult workshop

BYOB and refreshments are welcome

Family Nature Walk @ Deer Pond Farm in Sherman
2025-08-17 06:00 - 19:30 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Meet us at Deer Pond Farm with Sanctuary Manager/Naturalist Lori Lichtenauer and Diane Nizlek, CT Audubon Naturalist to enjoy a family-friendly nature walk. We will use our senses to explore wildlife habitats, identify plants and animals, and we will discuss how to see the forest for the trees! All ages welcome.
Register here for the August 17 Family Nature Walk.
This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.
