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2025 Poetry Contest Winners
On May 17th, the New Milford Public Library hosted a public reading and ceremony for the winners of New Milford’s third annual Poetry Contest. The contest, co-sponsored by New Milford Commission on the Arts, Town of New Milford, and New Milford Public Library, recognized winners from four different categories: youth, young adult, adult, and…
Global Community Engagement Day
On January 25th, the New Milford Commission on the Arts participated in Global Community Engagement Day, hosted by the New Milford Public Library. Global Community Engagement Day is an annual event that encourages organizations, individuals, and businesses to better engage with each other and the community. Along with many other local organizations, the New Milford…
Carol Sing Draws Large Crowd
Thanks to the volunteers and the public who attended the New Milford Commission on the Art’s 2024 holiday Carol Sing on the Village Green. We were honored to have Janelle Robinson lead the singing this year. She has performed on Broadway and has been seen in film and television. She is currently adjunct faculty at…
Concert on the Green – Rick Reyes and Latin Americana
In case of rain, the concert will be held in the Congregational church on the Green. The NM Arts Commission is grateful for the church’s permission to use their lovely space.
Summer Concert Series Announced
All concerts free! Rain site is the building behind the Congressional Church on the Green.
Thanks for Coming to this Year’s Arts Festival
Thanks to all the people who turned out to support the arts, music, and dance at last Saturday’s New Milford Arts Festival. Also, thanks to the 40+ vendors who participated and the New Milford Commission on the Arts for sponsoring the very successful event.
Poetry Contest Reading this Saturday May 11th
Join us this Saturday, May 11th at 2PM for an inspiring celebration of creativity at the New Milford Poetry Contest, cohosted by the New Milford Commission on the Arts and the New Milford Library! Let your words dance and your imagination soar as we come together to honor the power of poetry. Don’t miss out…
Featured Artist Spotlight: Matin Malikzada
Excited to share that Matin Malikzada, a participant in the New Milford Commission on the Arts’ festival, is featured in The New York Times! Mark your calendars for June 29th from 10-5 and come experience his incredible talent and many more at the festival. Can’t wait to see you there!
Designating a Cultural Art District in New Milford
Exciting news! New Milford is vying to become a Cultural District in Connecticut. Join us for a public info meeting this Monday, February 5, 7:00 PM at Town Hall’s Brickley Room. Your support matters!
Global Community Engagement Day 2024
Join us for Global Community Engagement Day on January 27th from 2-4 PM at the New Milford Library! 🌍✨ The New Milford Commission on the Arts will be there along with various organizations. Let’s come together for a day of community and connection!
Carol Sign and Parade of Lights
Carol Sing and Parade of Lights is TONIGHT at 6:30! We’re thrilled to gather with everyone for a harmonious evening!