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Nick, one of our awesome volunteers and NVCC Board Member will lead a trails clean up work session Saturday starting at 9:00 am This weekend’s activities at Newark Valley Community Connection are a great reminder that community is built by volunteers. One of those volunteers is Nick Cromer, one of our board members and an avid mountain biker. Nick has spent countless hours helping with building improvements, community projects, and leading our Trails Committee as we work to e

As our nation begins celebrating its 250th Anniversary, we're excited to invite you to one of Newark Valley's biggest summer traditions! Join us on July 25 for Summerfest, a community-wide celebration featuring the popular car show, vendors, Touch-a-Truck, family activities, and new this year, the Summerfest Stars, Stripes & Strides 5K and Fun Run, which will begin at 8:30 at the Trout Ponds and end at the Parade line up near the Middle School, just in time for you to walk in

Tonight we have our Poetry, Prose and Creative Voices Event! From music and creativity to summer celebrations and community conversations, there is a lot happening at Newark Valley Community Connection in the coming weeks. We are excited to welcome the community for our upcoming Newark Valley Voices Open Mic Night, summer events, workshops, dancing and community gatherings designed to bring people together and celebrate the spirit of our area. As we continue growing, we are a

🌸 It’s a busy and meaningful week ahead at Newark Valley Community Connection and we just wanted to take a moment to let you know what we have planned ! 🌸 We’re looking forward to a variety of wonderful community gatherings over the next week and hope you’ll join us for one — or all — of them 😊 💐 Sunday, May 10 — Blooms & Brunch Mother’s Day Celebration, 11 AM to 1 PM Celebrate Mother’s Day with a relaxing brunch, beautiful floral touches, and time together with family an

May tends to be a month where things start moving again. People are out more, calendars begin to fill, and there are more chances to spend time together. At Newark Valley Community Connection, we’ve shaped this month with that in mind—offering a mix of events that invite you to come out, try something new, and hopefully find a few reasons to come back again. From honoring our veterans and service members, to creating space for families and children, to sharing meals and music

Things are heating up outside AND at Newark Valley Community Connection— one event rolling into the next and each gathering brings a different kind of fun. We kicked things off this week with our Monday Lunch featuring an Elvis tribute that had toes tapping and people smiling and singing along-we even had some dancing! It’s moments like these that remind us just how much fun it is to come together as a community. Now, we’re heading into a big Saturday—and we want to make su

How community events, volunteers, and your support keep our doors open and our mission moving forward! Donors & Volunteers power our organization! At Newark Valley Community Connection, everything we do is rooted in one simple idea: bringing people together matters . From family-friendly events and community meals to concerts, classes, and seasonal celebrations, our goal is to create meaningful connection across generations. But behind every gathering, every giggle, paint str

The Craft Fair Saturday will also have a Children's Bunny Hop & Hunt Treasure Adventure! Spring is arriving, and with it comes new energy, fresh ideas, and meaningful opportunities to gather together. Join us this Saturday from 10 AM – 2 PM for our Easter Basket & Spring Gift Market! You’ll find a wonderful variety of local vendors offering handcrafted items, unique gifts, and seasonal treats—perfect for Easter baskets or celebrating the beauty of spring. 🐰 Children’s Bunny

As we welcome the spring season, Newark Valley Community Connection is excited to offer a full lineup of events designed to bring people together, support local businesses and makers, and continue building a stronger community across northern Tioga. Our photo collage includes some of our local vendors who will be at our Easter Basket & Spring Craft Fair coming up on March 28th. We hope you’ll join us for these upcoming opportunities to connect, create, shop local, and enjoy t

The Murder Was Solved… But the Fun at Newark Valley Community Connection Is Just Getting Started- Music, dancing, Tuesday yoga, spring craft market, jewelry creation, and community support at Newark Valley Community Connection Our Murder Mystery Crew It’s been an exciting time at Newark Valley Community Connection, with laughter, music, great food, and neighbors coming together to enjoy something a little different. From a lively murder mystery dinner to line dancing lessons

Your invited Feb 28th to our Murder Mystery Dinner. Wealthy matriarch Mildred Maplewood has invited you to her annual Spring dinner! Last year, our Murder Mystery sold out early. This year we're bringing the mystery back on February 28th at 4:00 PM-and seating is limited. If you've been waiting to make plans, this is your sign. I know we've said it before, but there is something special about gathering in the middle of winter. By late February, we’re all ready for a reas

I'm loving the warmer weather we have experienced the last couple of days. But I feel like Mother Nature enjoys teasing us. I love where we live, but February (and March...and April...and May) can be long and cold. That's why we all put our heart and soul into creating warmth here at Newark Valley Community Connection. And things are definitely heating up here. One of my favorite things about NVCC is that you never quite know what’s going to happen next. One night we’re

We are so excited to see our community growing into the vision and mission we all dreamed of at the start two and a half years ago-a place where neighbors can meet, creativity thrives, and everyone feels welcome. There is something truly special happening here at Newark Valley Community Connection . Every week, more neighbors are walking through our doors, trying something new, sharing meals, learning together, and building friendships. Our community is coming together aroun

At Newark Valley Community Connection, this month is full of ways to gather, connect, and feed the soul right alongside the stomach. Because let’s be honest—winter is a whole lot easier when we’re not doing it alone. Why Gathering Matters Between cold weather and the unsettling news many of us have watched unfold across the country—it’s easy to feel worn down or disconnected. In a world that moves fast and often feels chaotic, taking time to sit with neighbors, try somethi

Future Visions As we close out 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on just how much has happened at Newark Valley Community Connection, Inc., but first-here are a few things coming up you won't want to miss: Upcoming Events: January 2026 We’re beginning 2026 with opportunities to gather and reconnect: Don't miss out. Saturday, January 3, 2026 - Noon Brunch and 2:00 PM Valley Harmony in Concert with "Lessons & Carols" A local favorite returns for an afternoon of beautifu

As Christmas arrives and the holiday season unfolds, all of us at Newark Valley Community Connection extend our warmest wishes to our community—Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to our friends and neighbors. This season, marked by generosity and hope, invites reflection on what truly brings us together. At Newark Valley Community Connection, we strive to be an open, welcoming space where anyone can walk in, feel comfortable, and discover opportunities to gather, learn, creat

Cake Walk Games at Holiday Magic This past Saturday, Newark Valley came alive with true small town magic as families packed into our little town to watch the Tree Lighting on the Green, check out the Gingerbread House Contest, visit Santa, taste some delicious soups, ride the hay wagon, and visit Newark Valley Community Connection for the annual Holiday Magic Winter Wonderland celebration. A big shoutout to Annie's Place, Village Wine & Spirits, Buff Daisy Fitness, and Lambe

❄️Saturday, December 6 • 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM Newark Valley Community Connection AND starting at 5:00 PM around the Village of Newark Valley at the Village Green, Tappan-Spaulding Memorial Library, Annie's, Village Wine & Spirits and more! Get ready— Holiday Magic: Winter Wonderland is almost here! This Saturday, December 6, from 1–7 PM, our event center at 32 S. Main St. will transform into a small town magical world of lights, holiday decorations, friendly faces. and fun. W

As Thanksgiving approaches, Newark Valley Community Connection would like to take a moment to recognize the collective generosity that powers our work across all of Northern Tioga and surrounding areas. We began this adventure a little over two years ago, and what started as an idea to create more connection in our rural region has grown into a welcoming community hub built on volunteer and donor support and a shared belief in what's possible. In that time, more than 100 sup

Celebrating Community, Connection, and the Holiday Spirit** The holiday season is underway, and Newark Valley Community Connection is filled with a variety of activities, community connection, and plenty of festive fun. From book clubs to brunches to magical winter experiences, we have something for everyone. Mark your calendars—we’d love to see you! Tappan-Spaulding Memorial Library Book Club – Wednesday, November 19 at 6:30 PM Join us for an evening of conversation, camar