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Think of New Milford and
the quintessential New England village green comes to mind. Village
life today is centered on the green much as it was 100 years ago.
The town's most loved and biggest community event is the Annual Village
Fair Days, held each July on the green.
Local merchants,
community organizations, and special groups set up shop along the green
for two days of fun. Traditional events are the Rotten Sneaker
Contest, Kid’s Fun Run, and Men’s Best Leg Contest. The festivities
also include antiques, crafts, fine art, and mouth-watering
treats.
The beautification and
rejuvenation of New Milford’s downtown area, especially Bank and East Main
streets, allow residents and visitors to appreciate the historic buildings
and to enjoy the many stores and restaurants the town has to
offer.
The recreational assets
of Candlewood Lake and Lake Lillinonah coupled with winter activities in
the nearby Berkshires might lead one to believe this is more of a vacation
paradise than a family community. New Milford residents are offered
a myriad of recreational programs and special events year round for all
age groups. The many local parks, public golf course, hiking
trails, cross country skiing, camping, and boating all provide access to
the area's recreational abundance.
New Milford Hospital and
the New Milford Hospital Columbia Presbyterian Regional Cancer Center are
brining state-of-the-art medical capabilities and treatment to area
residents, as well as to those from out of
state.
The New Milford school
system continues to provide quality education to all its students.
In 2000 the district opened a new, multi-million dollar high school that
will continue to help bring the children of New Milford programs to help
them move into the new millennium. In addition, the new Sara
Noble Intermediate School opened in January
2002.
There is something or
everyone in New Milford. The town's many clubs and organizations
provide outlets for a wide range of interests and activity
levels.
Bisected by the
Housatonic River, New Milford – Connecticut's largest town – has come to
be known as the "Gateway to the Litchfield Hills". The beauty of the
town's private and public parks, as well as state camping sites, and golf
courses, provide as assortment of outdoor
activities.
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