The 19th Annual NYS Talent Show will take place on Friday, May 12, at 7 pm, in the middle school auditorium. Ticket prices are $5 for adults and $2 for children 12 and under. Tickets may be purchased at NYS or at the door.

 

Parent Programs

Hope And Support meets on Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30. If you are a parent or guardian with questions or concerns about your child’s possible or confirmed involvement with substances, you are welcome to attend this group.

Grandparents’ Group — “The Second Time Around: Raising Your Children’s Children” is a new support program for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. This is an ongoing group that meets on Tuesdays from noon until 1:30, and there is no fee.

 

Youth Programs

HSYAB will meet on Monday, May 8, at 2 pm, in the NHS cafeteria.

NYCAAP meets on Wednesdays, 7 to 8 pm, at the high school.

SMAD will meet on Wednesday, May 10, in room A7.

Children of Divorce will meet on Mondays, May 8 and May 22, from 6 to 7 pm.

 

NYS Awards

Outstanding Youth Awards will be presented on Thursday, May 11, at 4 pm, at Booth Library. Nominees will be judged on outstanding qualities in the following categories: Service To Others, Babysitting, Friend, Sister/Brother, or any other outstanding quality.

Gail Smith Awards will be presented on Monday, May 22, at 7 pm, at Booth Library. Three awards will be given: one to an adult, one to a youth, and one to a business.

Criteria for nomination are based on outstanding contribution and leadership for the betterment of services, facilities, and recognition of Newtown’s youth. Nomination forms are available at Newtown Youth Services, the schools, Drug Center Pharmacy, and Booth Library. Nominations must be received by noon on Friday, May 5.

YAB Scholarship This scholarship is offered to a graduating senior living in Newtown who has given something back to the community. Application forms are available at NYS or the high school and must be received by 5 pm on Friday, May 5.