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Corporation Events and Sponsorships
The Corporation sponsors various events throughout the year and partners with local organizations.
Our Annual "Best of the Best" Awards
will be back in the Fall of 2025.
Stay tuned for details!
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These awards focus on the small businesses that form the backbone of our local economy and personify the spirit of entrepreneurship, pride and success. The public is invited to nominate their favorite business and attend our annual award show at 19 Main. This years event is currently being planned. Details to follow.
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In 2024, The Corporation awarded "Best of the Best" Awards in the following categories:
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Partner of the Year - And Company
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Employer of the Year - Yardscapes Landscaping Professionals
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Big Heart Award - NeJaime's Wine & Spirits
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Project of the Year - Housatonic River Brewing
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Small Business of the Year - Joe's Salon
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE CORPORATION'S FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM
STAY TUNED FOR 2025 RIVERFEST DATES & EVENTS!
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RiverFest, organized by the town’s Riverfront Revitalization Committee and the Mayor's office, highlights our riverfront area and its connections to Downtown.
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RiverFest is a celebration of community and a time to gather with friends and family. Taking place along the banks of Housatonic River in New Milford, CT – gateway to Litchfield County –and our historic Downtown Village Center, with its popular restaurants and diverse retail offerings, it will highlight the heart of our community.
Together the Downtown and its Riverfront are envisioned as a vibrant hub of commerce, recreation, entertainment and residential life by the Riverfront Revitalization Committee, organizers of this exciting event.
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Admission is free. Attractions include:
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Live music and entertainment
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Food trucks and local food vendors
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Beer and Wine Garden
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Arts and crafts vendors
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5K River Run and Kids Super Hero Sprint
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Cornhole Tournament
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Bingo
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Environmental education
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Children’s activities
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Guided walks along the One-Mile “Down to the River” walk
