The Newington Youth Adult Council (YAC) is gearing up for our Youth Sports Swap!

New and gently used items for youth sports can be donated between February 22nd and March 6th at Newington Human Services (200 Garfield Street) or Karma's Closet (27 Garfield Street) during regular business hours. 

Families and athletes can shop on Saturday, March 7th from 10am - 5pm.  The sale will be held at Karma's Closet. 

All proceeds from this event will benefit the YAC Senior Scholarships!

Stop in for some great deals, raffle prizes, giveaways, and community resources!

Questions?! Reach out to Newington Human Services at (860) 665-8590!

The Town of Newington offices, Lucy Robbins Welles Library, and other municipal facilities will be closed in observance of Presidents' Day on Monday, February 16, 2026.  There will be no delay in trash and recycling collection.  

Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to an updated weather forecast indicating that this stretch of brutally frigid temperatures Connecticut is experiencing will remain for at least another five days, he is ordering the duration of the state’s currently enacted Severe Cold Weather Protocol to remain in effect until noon on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

https://portal.ct.gov/governor/news/press-releases/2026/02-2026/governor-lamont-extends-duration-of-severe-cold-weather-protocol-for-several-additional-days

Coffee-Making Social Saturday, February 21, 10:00 a.m. – Noon

Tired of your everyday coffee? Try something new – join Columbian baristas for this multi-cultural event. We will talk about (and drink!) delicious coffee. You can also meet new friends and practice speaking English. Registration required.

For more information and to register

Teen Pop-Up: Friendship Bracelets Tuesday, February 17, 2:45 – 3:45 p.m.

Hang out with friends in the library and make fun and colorful DIY friendship bracelets to keep or trade while enjoying meaningful conversation. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

For more information

Register today for the Adult Winter Reading Today! Program runs from February 4 - March 13.

Register today for the Adult Winter Reading Program "Yeti, Set...Read!" This winter reading program runs until March 13. Read and be eligible to win some fun winter reading prizes. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

For more information and to register

In accordance with the requirements of the CT DEEP General Permit for the Discharge of Stormwater from Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems, residents of the Town of Newington are hereby informed that a draft pdf of the 2025 MS4 Stormwater Annual Report. The report summarizes municipal stormwater compliance activities conducted within the Town of Newington during calendar year 2025, and is curently posted on the Town website for a forty-five day public review and comment period prior to the draft being finalized and submitted electronically to the CT DEEP on or before April 01, 2026. 

Residents are hereby encouraged to review the report and submit written comments between February 15, 2026 and March 31, 2026. 

All comments should be addressed to Chris Zibbideo at 860-665-8570 or czibbideo@newingtonct.gov. 

Printed copies can be found in the Town Engineer’s office at 200 Garfield St. or online at  NPDES Phase II MS4 Stormwater Plan | Newington, CT.

Stop & Shop at 176 Newington Road, West Hartford. Has selected Newington Human Services to receive $1 from every Blooming 4Good Bouquets sold during the month of February.

As part of the Town’s Garfield Street project the four crab apple trees along the front of the municipal lot will be removed and the new replacement dogwood trees have already been planted.  Additional trees will be planted along the other side of the street in the spring to replace the pines previously removed.

The SDC Volunteer Bus Trip Committee is pleased to offer the upcoming day trips throughout the state and the New York/Rhode Island/Massachusetts region.  This page will be updated with additional trip information as scheduled – so check back often!  TRIPS MAY SELL OUT QUICKLY - CALL OR STOP BY FOR AVAILABILITY!

Tickets for bus trips must be purchased in advance at our Volunteer Bus Stop, located at the Senior & Disabled Center Welcome Desk.  Bus Stop hours are as follows:

• Mondays and Tuesdays: 10:00 a.m. – Noon
• Thursdays from 11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Not able to visit the Bus Stop during those times?  Please call the main office at 860-665-8778 for assistance.  Note that all trips are cash or check only; we cannot accept credit cards for payment.

Unless noted, all trips depart and return to the Newington Senior & Disabled Center parking lot.  

2026 Schedule - as of 1/5/26

• Valentine's Day with the KING - Monday, February 15, 2026 at the Barn in Sturbridge, MA ($119pp)
• Maple Madness & Butterflies - Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Parker's Maple Barn in Mason, NH and Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory in South Deerfield, MA ($129pp)
• Bobby Darren & Frank Sinatra Show: Mack is Back - Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Villa Louisa in Bolton, CT. ($122 pp)
• Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner (& Casino) - Thursday, May 21, 2026 at Wright's Farm in Blackstone Valley, RI and Bally's Twin River Casino ($107 pp - no casino bonus)

Effective Saturday, November 1st, the Newington Police Department will enforce the overnight parking ban throughout Newington. The ordinance prohibits parking for more than thirty minutes between the hours of 2:00 A.M. and 6:00 A.M. on any street. This parking ban ensures proper sanding and plowing operations and helps prevent accidents on snowy or icy roads. 

Motorists requiring an exception from this ordinance due to an emergency situation are urged to contact the Newington Police Department at 860-666-8445. We urge the continued cooperation of all our residents and motorists.

Financial scams against older adults are on the rise!  Please see this important info for older adults and caregivers on how you can help prevent scammers from taking advantage of you or a loved one: Scam Prevention for Older Adults.

Thank you to the Connecticut Intelligence Center, a law enforcement partnership within the Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, for the information.

On 09/09/2025, Lt. Deane addressed the Town Council and gave a presentation on the Local Traffic Authority where he discussed a variety of topics including traffic patterns, collision data, and roadway safety.

Click here for more details

Did you know that the Senior & Disabled Center has a durable medical equipment lending program?   Folks recovering from a recent illness or injury or who find themselves with changing accessibility needs are welcome to borrow equipment such as wheelchairs, shower benches, commodes, walkers and canes for as long as needed to help feel safe and comfortable at home or in the community.  

Please call the main office and ask for Teri for more information: 860-665-8778.  Availability may vary.  We also gratefully accept donations of up-to-date durable medical equipment in good condition.

State Project No. 0093-0251– Route 175 (Cedar Street) Sidewalk Installation 

Construction of a 5' wide concrete sidewalk along the north side of Route 175 (Cedar Street)  from Fenn Rd to Old Farm Dr/Maple Hill Avenue is anticipated to begin in Spring of 2026. Please visit our Town of Newington Engineering page for more information. 

Members of the public may submit comments and questions by Wednesday, May 14, 2025, to Devin.Racicot@ct.gov or (860) 594-2735. Please reference Project No. 0093-0251 in the email or voice mail.

The volunteer-run gift shop offers a variety of items for your gift-giving needs, or, treat yourself to something special!  Our current stock includes collectables, glass wear, seasonal and classic home décor, high-quality costume jewelry, purses and wallets, fashion accessories, hand-crafted items and so much more.   

The gift shop is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and is cash-only.  

We also gratefully accept donations of non-perishable food items for the Newington Human Services Food bank in the gift shop.

Have some items to sell?  We are also accepting consignment appointments!  Appointments take place each Tuesday in the Center.  Please call or stop by the main office to make an appointment and receive consignment info and guidelines.

Reports for motor vehicle accidents occurring February 18th, 2024 or later can now be obtained online by visiting www.crashdocs.org and entering the required information. There is a $5.00 fee to obtain a copy of the report which can be paid via the website using either a debit or credit card.  Please allow a minimum of up to seven (7) business days following a motor vehicle accident to obtain a copy of the completed report.  

Note: Please enter a full 10-digit case number on the website (ex. 2400001234). Hyphenated and/or abbreviated case numbers (ex. 24-1234) will yield negative results.