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Behind the Blue Awning!

Newsletter October 2024

Holiday Festival Special Edition I

In This Issue:

Mark Your Calendar - NYFS 39th Holiday Festival
REC Club Garden Clean-Up
Fall Programming - Register Now!
A Generous Donation to NYFS
Run 4 Hunger and Health - A Huge Success
Other Ways to Support NYFS

NYFS Invites You!

As we embrace the holiday spirit, our festival theme of 'Peace and Joy' invites you to bask in the serenity and happiness of the season!

39th Annual Holiday Festival

December 8, 2024

11 A.M. - 4 P.M. on Beautiful Main Street Newtown

And did you hear? The General Store will be open the entirety of the Holiday Festival so remember to stop by for some delicious treats!

Unwrap Joy: Dive into the Festive Fun with Our Holiday Festival Events and Activities!

Simply click on the event picture to unlock a world of opportunities!

Holiday Market

Nutcracker Suite

Festival of Trees

House Tours and Tea

On-line Silent Auction

Historic Trolley Tour

Meet and Greet Moana

Cookies and Stories with Mrs. Claus

Kids Crafts

Elf Chats

Letters to Santa

Gingerbread House Competition

Some Holiday Festival Sponsorships, Advertising, and Donation opportunities are still available by CLICKING HERE!

For the latest event news and ticket information go to:

39th Annual Holiday Festival Web-site

REC Club Members Bond Through Garden Cleanup and Fun, Eye Future Adventures Together!

When it came time to clear out the REC Club Garden, our REC Club members were incredibly hard-working and dedicated, quickly cleaning up the summer plants by hand and making impressive progress. It was wonderful to see them communicating, making plans, and working together to "make something beautiful." Afterward, the members enjoyed playing and spending time together, relishing the simple joy of each other's company.

The group also shared their personal interests during discussions about school, video games, and activities, with some even suggesting a future trip to Urban Air Trampoline Adventure Park in Waterbury, CT!

Be Part of Something Special - Sibshops!

Click Here for more Information and to Register for our Fall Session!

Do not forget to Register - You do not want to miss out!

For all NYFS program offerings please visit us Here!

NewSylum Brewing Co. Donates $1,845 to NYFS for Mental Health Awareness Month, and Celebrates the Life of Co-Founder David Kingsley

Newtown Youth and Family Services (NYFS) is deeply grateful to NewSylum Brewing Company for their incredible support during May’s Mental Health Awareness Month, raising $1,845 for NYFS. Through their generosity, NewSylum has now raised over $6,200 for the organization since 2022.

The funds raised through pours during May will go a long way in supporting the mental health needs of youth and families in the Greater Newtown area. This contribution will have a lasting impact on those the agency serves.

NYFS also wants to express its deep appreciation for David Kingsley, co-founder of NewSylum Brewing Company, who recently passed away. Candice Bohr, NYFS Executive Director states, "We are truly heartbroken by his loss. Dave's unwavering generosity and dedication to mental health advocacy left a mark on our organization and the community. It was an honor to work alongside him, and we are committed to carrying forward his spirit of compassion and care in everything we do."

Thank you, NewSylum Brewing Co., for your continued support and for keeping Dave’s legacy alive.

Newtown Knights of Columbus Run 4 Hunger and Health: A Community United for Mental Health and Food Security

Knights of Columbus Run 4 Hunger and Health, marking another successful event dedicated to supporting two critical causes: mental health and food security. With perfect weather and the high spirits of 170 runners, the community came together to raise awareness and much-needed funds for those in need.

From participants to volunteers, everyone contributed to the event's uplifting atmosphere, making the day both memorable and impactful. Thanks to the generosity and dedication of the Newtown Knights of Columbus, who tirelessly organized and supported the race, the event was a resounding success.

Through the efforts of the Knights and everyone involved, funds were raised that will go directly toward supporting mental health services and ensuring that individuals and families in need have access to nutritious food. Without the Knights' unwavering support and leadership, we simply wouldn’t be able to make the impact that we do. We are truly grateful for their partnership in helping to meet the needs of our community.

As we reflect on this special day, we’re reminded of the power of community collaboration and the importance of taking action to support causes that matter. The success of this year’s Run 4 Hunger and Health shows what we can achieve when we work together—and we look forward to many more successful events in the future!

Other Ways to Support NYFS!

Click Here to Enter!

Donate a Festive Item Here

Become a Volunteer

There are always many ways you can volunteer at NYFS!

Be a Special Presenter - Speak to our program youth about a special skill or occupation

Volunteer at an Event -

Run for Hunger and Health

5K on September 14 or

NYFS Annual Holiday Festival on December 8

Contact Julie Schmitter, Director of Development.

Walmart has launched Walmart Spark Good Round Up where customers can round up their purchases to the nearest dollar and donate the change to their favorite charity.

We would love for you to choose NYFS as your charity to receive these donations every time you shop online at Walmart!

Click Here for More Information

Let's Go Shopping in October!

Go to Stop and Shop at 228 South Main Street Newtown, CT 06470 and purchase a Give Back bag for $2.50, and Stop and Shop will donate $1.00 to NYFS!

Visit our Website to find out more about NYFS!