Newtown Savings Bank To Host Annual Holiday Festival

From The Newtown Youth And Family Services

NEWTOWN, CT – For the thirty second year, Newtown Savings Bank will present the Annual Holiday Festival this weekend on Sunday, December 3rd, 2017 from 11:00AM to 4:00PM. This event is one of the areas longest running holiday events and benefits Newtown Youth & Family Services (NYFS). The festival will feature narrated historical trolley rides through the Newtown Borough, the Historic House Tours on Main Street, the Festival of Trees, the Nutcracker Suite Ballet performed by Newtown Centre of Classical Ballet, a Holiday Tea sponsored by Newtown Savings Bank, Poinsettia sales and much more!

“The Holiday Festival is a beloved holiday tradition in our town,” said Candice Bohr, Executive Director of NYFS “We are extremely grateful for the support of Newtown Savings Bank as title sponsor. They continue to support our mission and initiatives throughout town.”

In addition to celebrating this family tradition that brings together many generations, NYFS will be bringing back the Polar Express to travel down Main Street. “Children and families will have a great time while they take the train ride down Main Street.” Tickets are $3.00 and are separate from the general admission. There is no Pre-Sale for the train tickets, tickets can be purchased the day of the event. The train rides will run throughout the event. From 11-12 we will have a Toyland Tea, kids can enjoy caroling, holiday treats a Hot Chocolate bar and a visit from Rudolph and Mrs. Claus! Joining in on the fun will be author of the “Cookie that Saved Christmas” Billy Baldwin in the Children’s Department at 1pm. Stop by the C.H. Booth Library for cookie decorating and crafts!

To kick-off this weekend’s festivities we will be hosting a “Making Spirits Bright” Wine and Beer tasting at Rock Ridge Country Club beginning at 6:30pm! Tickets are available at the door and on the NYFS website.

General admission tickets for the Holiday Festival will be available at the door or online by visiting www.newtownyouthandfamilyservices.org. The cost is $12 for adults and $25 for families (2 Adults, 2 Children). Each additional child is $5. Proceeds from the Holiday Festival will assist with financial assistance for programs and services. For a detailed list of activities, events, and times, including ticket information, please visit NYFS’ website.

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