Name: Save a Life! Blood Drive Fri Jan 16, 2026
Start: 2026-01-16T08:30:14-05:00
Location: Newtown Congregational Church

Newtown Congregational Church

Blood Drive, Friday, January 16, 2026
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Newtown Congregational Church
14 West St, Newtown, CT 06470
For an appointment, please visit <a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=5320" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.redcrossblood.org</a>, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), or scan the poster QR code. Enter 5320. Get a chance to win a trip to Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, CA. Donors can also get a limited-edition Metallica t-shirt by filling out a form at RedCrossBlood.org/Metallica.

Local Event: Save a Life! Blood Drive Fri Jan 16, 2026

Fairfield County

Rich Kirby

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Newtown

Connecticut

Save a Life! Blood Drive Fri Jan 16, 2026

Blood Drive, Friday, January 16, 2026
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Newtown Congregational Church
14 West St, Newtown, CT 06470
For an...

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Catholic Charities of Fairfield CountyFresh Start Furniture is moving—and that means it’s time to share with the community.

Fresh Start Furniture is hosting a Furniture Giveaway Day on Tuesday, December 17, and everyone is welcome.
📍 108 Biro Street, Fairfield 
🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
This is a free giveaway—no appointment needed. 
Come and take what you need.
<h4>What’s Available:</h4>
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🛏️ Beds &amp; mattresses (limited supply)
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🛋️ Couches (limited supply)
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🍽️ Kitchen tables &amp; chairs
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🏠 Household items
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🛌 Sheets &amp; linens
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🍳 Kitchen items and essentials
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Whether you’re furnishing a new home, helping a family member, or just starting over, we invite you to come by and see what’s available.
🚚 Please note: 
You must be able to take items with you at the time of pickup.
This giveaway is part of Fresh Start Furniture, a program of Catholic Charities of Fairfield County, helping individuals and families turn empty apartments into homes.&nbsp;
Spread the word—and we hope to see you there. ❤️

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<a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/NewCanaan/NewCanaanSantaRun" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">runsignup.com/Race/CT/NewCanaan/NewCanaanSantaRun</a>
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Get your last minute holiday gifts at NewSylum this Saturday 1-4 pm! Shop local, handmade, unique wares with craft beer in hand. Enjoy the fire pits, live music, and even get a closeup photograph taken of your iris along with an irodology reading! Dogs &amp; kids welcome!Vendors include: -Moon Rūt - organic clean care for skin, body, home -ShaBLOOMS - organic soy candles in vintage glassware -John Sabo Pottery - hand thrown mugs, bowls, and other unique pieces -Orchid Eyes - pressed flower art &amp; other oddities -Wittner Woodworking - handmade woodturned cutting boards, spoons, bowl, menorahs, mezuzahs and more -Jason Curtis Glass - beautiful hand blown, dishwasher safe drinking glasses, ornaments, and more -&amp; more!&nbsp;

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Your $15 ticket includes one small popcorn. All proceeds will be donated to Kelly's fundraising efforts.
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It’s casual, so bring your good vibes and your dancin’ shoes for Twixtmas 2025!
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