JUNE 2025 VOLUME 4, ISSUE 6 || JUNE 2025

HERE COMES SUMMER! And, the day in the year with the longest amount of daylight hours!

Rejoice in the warmth and the outdoors! Have a picnic, take a walk or a hike, have a BBQ or simply sit outside and take in the fresh air. Take a little time to relax and recharge.

Margerie Reservoir

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is a Federal Holiday. On June 19, 1865, the Union soldiers enforced the Emancipation Proclamation that freed all of the remaining 250,000 slaves in Texas.

This is a day that freedom and equal rights are celebrated in the United States.

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Town Buildings Will Be Closed

Thursday, June 19th

In Observance of the Holiday

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The Drop Off Center will be closed on Thursday, June 19th in observance of the holiday.

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Please note that Drop Off Center Permits are valid through June 30, 2025. You will need to obtain a new permit starting July 1, 2025, which will be valid through June 30, 2026.

*****Permits must be obtained at the Drop Off Center.*****

You can fill out an application at the Drop Off Center or complete the form before you go. You can obtain the application form on the website, under "Public Works" or click the button below or you can pick up a form at Town Hall.

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The month of June is Pride Month and June 28th is Pride Day.

The first Pride march in New York City was held on June 28, 1970, on the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising.

"Pride Month is traditionally celebrated in June around the world. In 2025, Pride Month will take place from June 1st to June 30th. This extended period allows for a wide range of events, parades, marches, and discussions to take place, providing opportunities for LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies to come together and make their voices heard." (from AwarenessDays.com)

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FLAG DAY

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress approved the design of a national flag.

In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation establishing a national Flag Day on June 14. Congressional legislation designating June 14th as the national Flag Day was signed into law by President Harry Truman in 1949.

June 14th is a day to celebrate the American flag and the symbolism of what it stands for.

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Listening Hours

A multi-board listening session is available from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. in the Library Community Room (upstairs entrance only) on Saturday, June 28.

Please join us and share your thoughts or concerns.

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Congratulations Graduates!

Congratulations and best wishes to all of the New Fairfield graduates upon Step-Up, 8th Grade Promotion and High School and College graduations. The Town is so very proud of you and all that you have accomplished. We wish you success in your next adventure!

High School Graduation

Friday, June 13, 2025

5:00 p.m. at Rebel Stadium

Inclement Weather Plans – New Fairfield High School Gymnasium

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TOWN PARK BEACH HOUSE

The new Town Park Beach House was officially opened at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Monday, May 19th by First Selectman Melissa Lindsey.

Photo by Lee Scott
Photo by Lee Scott
Photo by Lee Scott

We hope that you get the chance to stop by the beach this summer and see the new Beach House!

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MEET OUR NEW FINANCE DIRECTOR

ADAM LAWRENCE

Adam Lawrence joined the Town as its new Finance Director on May 1, 2025. His most recent experience was as a consultant with a national accounting/advisory firm where he specialized in supporting state and local governments with financial policies/procedures, grant administration, and regulatory compliance. He previously served as Chief of Finance with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division.

Adam has lived in Brookfield for three years with his wife and two daughters. He can often be found on the weekends running in road races around western CT and he has taken several hiking trips to South America.

A warm welcome to Adam! We look forward to working with him!

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MEET OUR NEW SANITARIAN

JENNIFER EIELSON

Jennifer has over 20 years experience working in local health departments. Most recently she was the Director of Health for the past 7 years with the Town of New Canaan, where she worked for a total of 11 years. Jennifer has a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Public Health and a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. She is a CT Registered Sanitarian (RS) since 2007, Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), is Certified in Public Health (CPH) and holds numerous certifications in subsurface sewage, lead, food, and has various FEMA emergency management certifications.

She enjoys walking & running along the beaches in her hometown of Milford and has 2 cats named Tom & Jake. Jennifer loves working with the public and she looks forward to meeting our residents.

Welcome to New Fairfield, Jennifer!

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JUNE IS DOG LICENSING MONTH

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ROAD WORK

The Public Works Department will be starting some road repair projects in Town, beginning with the new fiscal year in July.

There is not currently a timeline/location on these projects, but you will see the Public Works department hard at work around Town this summer.

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SUMMER SOLSTICE

Friday, Jun 20, 2025, 10:42 PM

TimeandDate.com

In the Northern Hemisphere, the Earth has its maximum tilt toward to the Sun on this day and time and this day has the most hours of daylight during the year. This marks the astronomical first day of summer.

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Important information regarding car passes needed if you plan on going to Squantz Pond State Park

Additional information:

To reserve a parking pass:

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Spring Trails Day Birdwatching Walk

June 7th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Join the Candlewood Valley Regional Land Trust for Trails Day birdwatching and a woodland walk led by Connecticut Audubon Society’s Lori Lichtenauer! Sign up below!

Date and Time: Saturday, June 7th from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location: Komlo Preserve, New Fairfield, CT, 130 CT-37 (Follow the Nuvance Health Driveway down to the Komlo Parking lot)

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Friends of the NF Senior Center Annual Tag, Bake and Plant Sale

Saturday, June 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

33 Route 37

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Preserve New Fairfield, Inc. Strawberry Festival

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL 2025 is Sunday June 8th 12:30-3 p.m. at the SENIOR CENTER - Help support us - Preserve New Fairfield's mission is to preserve, protect, and maintain local historic structures and artifacts, and to promote community education and involvement in historic preservation efforts.

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Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Event

Saturday, June 21, 2025

Bethel High School from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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18th Annual HRRA Billboard Recycling Contest

“Batteries Can Cause Fires”

The contest was to create a billboard ad to teach residents that batteries don’t belong in your trash or household recycling and promote how to properly dispose of batteries.

CONGRATULATIONS ON ALL OF THE WONDERFUL ADS THAT WERE CREATED!

The artwork of the Regional Grand Prize winners will be displayed across HARTransit Buses.

Valentina Aguilar, 2025 Grand Prize Winner, Grade 1 New Fairfield Elementary School
Sophia Ruscigno, Honorable Mention, Fourth Grade New Fairfield Elementary
Alana Lopez, Honorable Mention, Sixth Grade New Fairfield Middle School
Madison Schlosser, 3rd Place, Seventh Grade New Fairfield Middle School
Corina Knapp, 2nd Place, Eighth Grade New Fairfield Middle School

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HRRA, in conjunction with the Disabled American Veterans of Danbury, will be hosting the first Regional Repair Café this September. They are looking for volunteer fixers in our community where residents can bring their broken, but cherished, items for a chance to be repaired. We are looking for fixers in the areas of: Bicycles - Textiles - Small Electronics - Jewelry - Computers - Lamps and more!

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Parks & Recreation Happenings

Town Park – Beach

The beach will be open weekends only until school gets out for the summer. A beach pass for a family is $95 and for an individual $45.

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Summer Concerts are Thursday evenings 6:30-8 p.m. at the Gazebo on Memorial field, weather permitting.

-June 26th – On the Road Again (rain date July 3)

-July 10th – Split Decision (rain date July 17)

-July 24th – The Remnants (rain date July 31)

-August 7th – The Chase (rain date Aug. 14)

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The Illuminated Boat Parade will be on July 11th (rain date July 12th)

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INFORMATION FROM THE SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT

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TOWN HALL IN BLOOM

Thank you to the New Fairfield Public Works Department for their hard work!

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Military Hometown Hero Banners

The Military Hometown Hero Banners are up! These banners show the respect of the Town of New Fairfield for each service member. When we see them each year, they remind us of their dedication and service, and we are thankful to them and their families.

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Happy 90th Birthday to Ernest Lehman

On May 10th, First Selectman Lindsey presented Ernest Lehman with a Proclamation in honor of his 90th birthday, on May 14th, at the Volunteer Celebration.

Thank you to Ernest for all that he has contributed and continues to contribute to New Fairfield.

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Sip & Stroll 2025

Photo by Lee Scott
Photos by Lee Scott

In spite of the less than stellar weather, many residents came out to have a great time at the Sip & Stroll event!

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Save the Date for These Annual New Fairfield Lions Club Events

July 4th, 9:30 a.m. – Independence Day Parade – NF Senior Center to Memorial Field

July 16-19, Nightly 6:00 p.m. – Olde Tyme Carnival – NF Consolidated Field

Photo by Lee Scott

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Lightning Safety

National Lightning Safety Awareness Week

June 22 - 28, 2025

Lightning strikes in the United States about 25 million times a year. Although most lightning occurs in the summer, people can be struck at any time of year. Lightning kills about 30 people in the United States each year, and hundreds more are severely injured. (from Weather.gov)

Please read below regarding lightning safety from Weather.gov:

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The Walk to End Alzheimer's is in New Fairfield again this year!!!

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Library Newsletter

The Library has its own newsletter and you can subscribe to it here:

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Senior Center

Take a look at the Senior Center's beautiful website where you can find out about programs, events and all that the New Fairfield Senior Center offers, as well as their newsletter:

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Events Calendar

Town events can be found on our Events Calendar. If you have a Not-for-Profit fundraising event to be held in town — please send the information and flyer to be included on the Events Calendar to: jgreen@newfairfieldct.gov.

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Meetings Calendar

The calendar for the Town of New Fairfield board and commission meetings can be found at www.NewFairfield.org or by clicking the button below:

Please join us at our meetings to find out what is going on in New Fairfield in further depth. The calendar will let you know if the meeting is in-person or will provide the Zoom link if it is remote. We look forward to you attending the meetings and welcome your participation.

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