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Building, Growing & Gathering at NVCC! Connecting people. Creating community. There’s a lot happening at Newark Valley Community Connection—and we’re excited!! We are planning for our buildings to become even more welcoming, useful places for our community. Building for the Future If you happen to drive or walk by our buildings, you will be seeing some exciting improvements. New doors are being installed, we’ve added a new concrete landing, and our blacktop work scheduled fo

There are only a few tickets left so be sure to purchase yours soon. I have to admit, I took a couple of weeks off from NVCC. If you follow us on Facebook, you may have noticed that I did some traveling and made my way through Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. While I was visiting different communities, I found myself paying attention to what makes a place feel like a community, with all the little churches, squares, bakeries, and more! What makes people want t

As another busy month begins, we’re taking a moment to reflect on what an incredible SummerFest weekend we shared together. It was really so gratifying to see our neighbors and friends come out to celebrate summer- From the 5K Race, to the Parade, Car Show, Vendors, Music, and everything in between, it was an awesome, spectacular day. Our Stars, Stripes & Strides 5K brought runners, walkers, families, and neighbors together for a wonderful morning of fun, fitness, and commun

Summer is in full swing, and this week is packed with opportunities to connect, create, stay active, and celebrate our community. We hope you'll join us for one (or several!) of these great events. 🧘 Tuesday, July 21 – Tea & Live Stream Yoga 10:15 a.m. Start your morning with movement, relaxation, and good company. Join us for our weekly Tea & Live Stream Yoga with Lindsey Kerani. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just getting started, everyone is welcome. Stay afterward for

Our livestream Yoga Instructor Lindsey Kerani (L to R) with Cheryl, Ruth, Cathy, Lindsey, Patti and Ginni Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Newark Valley Community Connection! As we celebrate Independence Day during America's 250th anniversary year, we're reminded that one of our nation's greatest strengths has never been found only in historic moments or famous leaders, but by ordinary people who choose to serve their neighbors. Long before there were large organizati

Something for Everyone This Week at Newark Valley Community Connection! Looking for ways to connect, create, and have fun in the community? We have several exciting events coming up this week and we'd love to see you there! Creative Voices Open Mic Night Wednesday, June 24 | 6:00 PM Join us tonight in the Event Center for Creative Voices Open Mic Night! Whether you're a poet, storyteller, musician, or simply enjoy listening to local talent, this is a welcoming evening to shar

Free hotdogs and ice cream Thursday, June 18th 5:00PM-7:00 PM Thanks to community support, Newark Valley Community Connection is growing and getting stronger—and now we want to hear from you about what comes next. What would you like to see happening at Newark Valley Community Connection? We're inviting everyone to join us for a free Community Ice Cream Social on Thursday, June 18 from 5 pm to 7 pm. Stop by for free ice cream, hot dogs, and a chance to connect with friends, n

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