LARC 12th Annual Festival of Trees

The public is once again invited to attend LARC's Festival of Trees at Valerie Manor, 1360 Torringford St., Torrington.  The schedule is as follows:
Wednesday, November 27 through Sunday, December 8 (closed Thanksgiving)
Suggested donation: Adults $2.00, children 12 and under Free
Open daily from 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.  Open Sunday, December 8th from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Special events: Monday, Nov. 27 - milk & cookies night (5 pm); Friday, Nov. 29 - special Olympics day (3 pm); Saturday, Nov. 30 - senior citizens day; Sunday, Dec. 1 - family day; Monday, Dec. 2 - LARC appreciation night (4 pm); Tuesday, Dec. 3 - Grinch night (6 pm); Wednesday, Dec. 4 - polar express night (6 pm); Thursday, Dec. 5 - make an ornament night (6 pm); Friday, Dec. 6 - Santa night (5 pm); Saturday, Dec. 7 - caroling night (3 pm); and Sunday, Dec. 8 - closing party (3-5 pm).

Murder Mystery Raises Funds for Literacy

The Players

The murder mystery dinner-theater held on November 2nd raised over $1,000 for a United Way of Northwest CT literacy program.  The popular event, hosted by the Canaan, Falls Village and Cornwall day care centers, was held at Freund's Farm Market in East Canaan. 

Department of Labor Workshops

The Connecticut Department of Labor is offering the following workshops for December:

• December 10:- 9:00 a.m. to Noon: Linked-In - learn how to navigate, create a profile, and find job postings
• December 11: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.: Unemployed & At A Crossroads? Identify your strengths through a Myers-Briggs type test, learn coping skills, and identify your strengths
• December 18: 9:00 a.m. to Noon: Resume basics, job search strategies and interviewing techniques
• December 20: 9:00 a.m. to Noon: Online applications: learn about what employers expect, how to upload your resume, and how to create a winning profile.
• December 27: 9:00 a.m. to Noon: Computers for beginners! Practice using the mouse and typing, set up an email account, and learn about job sites online.

To register for any workshop, stop by the career center or call (860) 496-3351.

Warm The Children 25th Anniversary

The Register Citizen has set a goal of $25,000 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Warm The Children program.  Community support, however, is necessary to achieve this goal.  According to program coordinator Andrea Benedict, only $650 has been raised as of November 13.
All funds go directly to children in need, and the program is run so that the same families don't benefit from the program every year.  Each child is allotted $100 for a coat, boots, and warm clothing.  To register a child, parents should contact the Salvation Army at (860) 482-3569, FISH at (860) 482-7300, or call Friendly Hands Food Bank at (860) 482-3338.  Checks payable to the Warm The Children Fund can also be mailed to the Register Citizen, POB 58, Torrington, CT 06790 or delivered to their office at 59 Field Street in Torrington.

Still Time to Donate Through Give Local !

There's still a few hours to go until the 7:00 p.m. deadline to donate to our local United Way through Give Local.  We've already received $547!! Just go to www.northwestunitedway.org and click on the Give Local banner to be directed to the donation page!!
Thank you again to everyone who's given so far!!

Thanksgiving Day Meal Programs

Oliver Wolcott Technical School, located at 75 Oliver Street in Torrington, is once again offering a free Thanksgiving dinner to anyone.  The meals will be served in the cafeteria from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There's no pre-registration.  For those who are home-bound and need delivery or for those who need transportation to the cafeteria, contact St. Paul's Church at 860-481-3555.

The Open Door Soup Kitchen, located at 160 Main Street in Winsted, will serve Thanksgiving meals between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. For more information call (860) 738-2449.

Susan B. Anthony Wreath Sale

Susan B. Anthony will be offering homemade wreaths. 100% of the proceeds will benefit their domestic violence services.  Prices are $18 for a 20", $35 for a 28", and $50 for a 38".   Visit their website for information about this and their Adopt a Family for the holidays program.

LARC Festival of Trees

LARC's 12th annual Festival of Trees will be held at Valerie Manor from Wednesday, November 27th through Sunday, December 8th.  Displays will include pre-lit trees, tabletops, holiday items, and gift baskets.  Visit www.litchfieldarc.org for the complete schedule.

Campaign More Than Half-Way There!

As of today the annual campaign has achieved $481,612 or 60% of goal.  Donations are still coming in, so we're optimistic about reaching the goal. We're looking forward to a great celebration tonight at P. Sam's. 

Falls Village First Selectman Gives !

I give to the United Way of Northwest Connecticut because it benefits residents who live in the hills in the Northwest Corner, including the Falls Village Day Care Center, which has been a beneficiary for over 25 years.
Pat Mechare, 1^st Selectman, Town of Falls Village

Why I Give

I give to the United Way because they support the Geer Adult Day Care Center, which provided adult day care for my mother, who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. This allowed her to stay in our home for over five years, so I invite you to give to the United Way of Northwest Connecticut.
Dr. Philip O`Reilly, Superintendent, New Hartford Board of Education

 

Give Local Campaign

Are you planning to make a gift to the United Way of Northwest Connecticut before the end of 2013?  We certainly hope so!  Would you like your gift to be even bigger?  On November 12 and 13, we are participating in Give Local Greater Waterbury & Litchfield Hills – a 36-hour online giving event organized by the Connecticut Community Foundation.

We will receive 100% of every donation made to our organization between 7AM on November 12 and 7PM on November 13. We will be eligible for prizes throughout the 36 hours and also receive a percentage in matching funds! So your gift will grow!!

We need your help to reach our goal of $10,000. Your gift will certainly help, but your connections are important too!  Please let your friends and family know about this 36 hour challenge and the opportunity for us to raise unrestricted dollars…and get a match and possible prize money as well!!
If you have any questions or would like more information, please visit www.givelocalccf.org or email Stephanie@northwestunitedway.org. 
If you want to make an online donation, go to www.northwestunitedway.org and click on the Give Local banner.  We look forward to your help and a great 36 hours!!

November Food Pantry Deliveries

The CT Food Bank will deliver fresh products to limited income households as follows:

In Winsted:  Thursday, November 21st, 12 Noon at Northwestern CT Community College, across from the church. No lines can form before 11:30.  There's to be no standing on neighbor's lawns or in the dentist's parking lot.  Only one ticket per household (not family) will be given out. 

In Torrington: Tuesday, November 12 at 10 a.m. at First Congregational Church, 835 Riverside Ave. Bring bags to carry your items. For more information call 860-482-4705.  

Campaign Closer to Goal

The annual campaign has raised $400,800 to date, just over half of the $800,000 goal. 

Halloween "Pirate" Sandy Roberts

 

United Way Campaign Cabinet

Sandy Roberts

                                                   Sandy Roberts, former YMCA CEO and long-time United Way volunteer, made a surprise appearance at the Campaign Cabinet meeting on Halloween.  She came away with a "treasure chest" of $13 for the annual campaign.