Welcome to New Milford Parks & Recreation
We asked; you came through in a huge way!
Our community has been incredibly generous with both candy and sponsorship donations for this year's Trunk or Treat. Thank you to everyone. Your support is very much appreciated.
In addition to recognizing our sponsors, we want to share some details about the event with you.
Trunk or Treat will be held this Sunday, Oct 25th from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
- Road closures begin at 2 PM and end at 8 PM.
- The trick or treater line will form on the North end of the Green. In order to reopen the roads by 8 PM, we will stop allowing entry to the line at 6:15 PM . Please plan accordingly as we don't want to have any disappointed trick or treaters.
- Portapotties will be located behind Town Hall.
- NMPD and CERT will be located in the Southern Crossover, Parks & Rec will be located near the charging house on the middle Green, and the New Milford Ambulance Corp will be located at the top of Bank Street.
- Thriller will perform at 5:30 pm on the middle Green. If you are interested in being a Zombie, visit https://www.facebook.com/ThrillerMobNewMilfordCT for more details and the remaining rehearsal schedule.
- We've had a terrific response to our 'Trunks Wanted' request again this year so we will have Trunks on both sides of the Green like last year.
The Trunks on the Northbound side (Town Hall side) will be located primarily between Town Hall and the Library.
Line Etiquette
Start on the north end of the Green in the queue. Head southbound down the Green to Bridge Street. After you visit Water Witch, proceed to the southern crossover to visit the Trunks on the northbound side of the Green. Our Trunks on that side are as excited to be participating as our southbound side Trunks so please visit them.
- Parks & Rec will be in the middle section. Swing by to visit our graveyard and check out our decorations. We love seeing everyone's costume. Any candy donations can be dropped with us there as well.
Please contact the Parks & Rec office if you have any questions, 860-355-6050 or parkandrec@newmilfordct.gov. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 4 PM. If you have questions and it's after 4 PM, please send us an email. We'll do our best to respond prior to the event.
Thanks again for supporting this event. We are very thankful and can't wait to see you on Sunday.
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New Milford Parks and Recreation is proud to provide you with our activity registration system and website.
To get started please "Create an Account" with all your household information. The data provided (emergency contacts, medical information, etc.) will help us better serve you. This info will also be automatically placed into your registration forms.
When you’re ready to start registering for activities, be sure to review the "How to Register for an Activity" page.
Please be aware:
- All Fees, Account Credits, Gift certificates & Deposits (full or partial balance): non-refundable & cannot be credited, transferred or prorated, unless the program is cancelled by the New Milford Parks and Recreation Department.
- Credit/Debit Card Processing Fees: non-refundable (charged via third party - unrelated to program fees).
- Canceled Programs: fees will be credited to your account (refund requests required in writing or via email, include name/address to mail the refund check - requests after 30 days of program cancellation date will not be considered).
- Returned Checks: A $25 processing fee charged per check.
- Giving False Information: May result in your being asked to leave a program without refund or account credit.
For your convenience, we have a secure drop box located on the pole next to our front doors of the semi-circular driveway.
Parks & Recreation Director: Daniel Calhoun
Office Phone: 860-355-6050 FAX-860-355-6052
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:00pm
E-mail: parkandrec@newmilfordct.gov
Please mail any forms and all applicable fees or use the secure drop box located next to the front door of our building.
New Milford Parks & Recreation Department
John Pettibone Community Center2 Pickett District Road
New Milford, CT 06776-3526
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We are excited to welcome you back for the 2026 season! We’re pleased to announce that our season pass fees will remain the same as last year. Please review the details below to ensure you have everything you need to enjoy the parks this summer. A season pass is good for both Lynn Deming Park and Addis Park.
Park Pass Information
Lynn Deming & Addis Park Season Pass
Available for purchase ONLY at Lynn Deming Park (134 Candlewood Lake Road North)
- Season Dates: May 23, 2026 – Sept. 7, 2026 (plus weekends in September)
- Hours: Mon – Sun, 7:30 am – 7:30 pm
- Payment: Cash, check, or Visa/MasterCard
Requirements:
- Residents Only: Season passes are for New Milford residents.
- Vehicle Presence: Passes are vehicle-specific and non-transferable; the vehicle must be present and registered in the applicant's name.
- Proof of Residency: You must provide two proofs of residency (e.g., driver's license, car registration, utility bill, or tax bill).
Season Pass Fees:
- General Vehicle: $65
- Senior (65+): $20 (Limit 1 per household)
- Military Veteran: $45 (Limit 1 discounted pass with DD214 or Military ID)
- Boat Ramp: $140 (Boat must be present with CT registration; vehicle pass sold separately)
Day Passes & Additional Vehicle Passes*
Available ONLY at the Parks & Rec Office (2 Pickett District Road). Not available at Lynn Deming.
- Availability: May 26, 2026 – Sept. 4, 2026
- Office Hours: Mon – Fri, 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
- Address: John Pettibone Community Center, 2 Pickett District Road
Fees & Rules:
- Resident Day Pass: $10 per person/day (Limit 4 per week)
- Non-Resident Day Pass: $30 per person/day
New for 2026
* Additional Vehicle Pass : $45 (Must be from the same household; same registration and residency requirements apply as season passes).
* Additional Vehicle Passes will ONLY be sold at the Parks & Rec office.
Please call the office to schedule an appointment, 860-355-6050, as we will need to check our system that a first pass has already been purchased, and then we will need to come outside to put the pass on your vehicle. An appointment is necessary so we have adequate staffing available to assist you.
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SEGA Meadows/River Road Parking Passes
Mayor’s Office at 10 Main Street
from 9:00am – 5:00pm
Note: Parking passes only required May-October
A Sega Meadows/River Road Pass is required to park in the Sega Meadow parking lots and the pull offs along River Road. Passes are only for New Milford residents and residents of the bordering towns.
- If you had a pass last year, just stop by the Mayor’s Office during business hours to pick yours up.
- If you did not have a pass last year and are interested in receiving one this year, stop by the Mayor’s Office during business hours. Please Note: You will need to show your driver’s license and know your make, model and license plate number.
Questions: Please contact the Mayor's Office 860-355-6010
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General Closures & Inclement Weather Policy
CLOSURES
If New Milford Schools are closed, Parks & Rec programs are not held.
DELAYS
If New Milford Schools have a 2 hour delay, Parks & Rec programs run on a 1 hour delay for programs held between 9 AM - 4 PM.
If New Milford Schools have a 2 hour delay and the program is held after 4 PM, it will run as scheduled unless cancelled by the instructor or Parks & Rec staff.
How We Communicate to Participants
Parks & Rec staff will send out a program cancellation email through our MyRec system to all registrants.
To receive our email blasts, you must be opted in.
You can opt in and/or change your opt-in setting through your MyRec account.
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Our Mission
The mission of the New Milford Parks and Recreation Department is to provide quality leisure opportunities in a safe and healthy atmosphere and to enhance the quality of life of the community through the responsible management of parks, recreation activities and natural resources. To meet these ends, the Parks and Recreation Department attempts to provide safe and wholesome recreational services of both a passive and active nature. Our goal is to create a balance of activities, special events and programs for any and all segments of the population.