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Hundreds Enjoy 'Breakfast With The Bunny' At Community Center

Published: Apr 19, 2025 8:00 am

Newtown Community Center presented its annual “Breakfast with the Bunny” event on Sunday, April 13 to the delight of hundreds of children and their families. The breakfast was sponsored by Around Town Real Estate and Newtown Savings Bank.

First Selectman Jeff Capeci, NCC Director Matt Ariniello, and a team of more than a dozen volunteers prepared the pancake breakfast, which also included assorted pastries, orange juice, and coffee.

Hundreds of children and their families happily enjoyed Newtown Community Center’s annual “Breakfast with the Bunny” event on Sunday, April 13. —Bee Photos, Glass

First Selectman Jeff Capeci (far left), NCC Director Matt Ariniello (second from right), and a team of more than a dozen volunteers prepared the pancake breakfast. —Bee Photos, Glass

The “Breakfast Bunny” with Newtown Community Center Director Matt Ariniello, Penny Sklanka, and breakfast volunteer Emily Sutfin, who were all smiles at the annual breakfast. —Bee Photos, Glass

Commemorative photos were available for purchase at the event. Among those having their picture taken are (front row left to right) Rosie Katz, Walden Katz, and Flora Katz along with (back row left to right) Mary Davis and Heather Davis. —Bee Photos, Glass

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