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Three dozen authors from across Connecticut participated in the first Connecticut Book Festivals event presented in Newtown, October 17 at Newtown Congregational Church. Authors had the opportunity to network with fellow writers and meet readers during the five-hour event. —Bee Photos, Glass

On Saturday, October 24, Christine’s Critters visited Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary. Christine Peyreigne is pictured holding a ball python. The event, “Not So Spooky Anymore,” provided children an opportunity to learn more about “scary” animals, like snakes, tarantulas, and others, and demystified these creatures. —Bee Photo, Glass

FUN members, along with some Newtown girls soccer team players, pose for a photo during the October 17 soccer clinic at Newtown High School’s Blue & Gold Stadium. Individual lessons on how to handle a soccer ball were given to FUN members by the soccer players. —Bee Photos, Glass

Guests can be seen enjoying a traditional German dinner and camaraderie at Friends of Newtown Seniors’ Oktoberfest celebration on Tuesday, October 20. Held at NewSylum Brewing Company, the event featured an all-you-can-eat buffet with bratwurst, chicken schnitzel, giant pretzels, spätzle, and more. —Bee Photos, Glass