Pickleball Courts are Taking Shape in Newtown: On Saturday, September 28, over 150 pickleball fans came together at the Fairfield Hills campus for a Pickleball Fun Day to raise funds for proper pickleball courts in Newtown. The event was held at temporary courts set up in the back parking lot and welcomed players of all ages and skill levels. It was a fantastic day filled with fun, competition, and community spirit!
Generous Sponsorships Fuel The Effort
The Candlewood Center for Women’s Health in Danbury was the main sponsor of the event, with Newtown Savings Bank following closely behind. Other key sponsors included Rings End, Newtown Smile Dentistry, Around Town Real Estate, Chiropractic Center of Newtown, Caraluzzi’s Market, and Sandy Hook Wine and Liquor.
Local businesses also contributed by donating gift certificates and baskets for the raffle. Some of these businesses included NewSylum Brewery, Market Place Kitchen & Bar, Your Healthy Pet, Newtown Hardware, Nails & Beyond, Newtown Youth Academy, Toy Tree, Newtown Stop & Shop, Newtown Big Y, Cover Two, Flow to Fit Yoga, Gypsy’s & Rebels Salon, Sandy Hook Café, Barnwood Grill, Yankee Liquor, Cork & Barrel, Newtown Subway, Danbury Peachwave, and Gina’s Nails.
A Fun Day For All Ages
The day was packed with fun activities, including pickleball lessons for beginners and a pickleball tournament for intermediate and advanced players. Participants ranged in age from 14 to 82, showing how pickleball appeals to all generations.
Vendors like Joanne’s Fitness Studio, Lake House Soaps, Shan Trew Davies Designs, and Picklewearcustom.com added to the experience. Attendees also enjoyed tasty food and drinks from the JJ Stacks Food Truck, which offered breakfast and lunch options.
Building A Stronger Community
Events like this shows the increasing popularity of pickleball and the diverse community it brings together. Building dedicated pickleball courts in Newtown will create a friendly environment and offer more chances for residents to learn and play. This initiative aims to promote health and wellness in the community. If you want to join in on the fun, contact Newtown Parks and Recreation for lessons and open play times!
News in Brief: Pickleball Courts are Taking Shape in Newtown
On September 28, more than 150 pickleball fans came together for a Pickleball Fun Day at the Fairfield Hills campus in Newtown to raise money for new pickleball courts. Organized by Newtown Parks and Recreation, with support from sponsors like Candlewood Center for Women’s Health and Newtown Savings Bank, the event included beginner lessons and a pickleball tournament.
Participants, aged 14 to 82, enjoyed tasty food from JJ Stacks Food Truck. The goal of the initiative is to create dedicated pickleball courts, promoting health and wellness in the community. If you’re interested in playing, you can contact Newtown Parks and Recreation for lessons and open play times!
