Think of New Milford, and the quintessential New England village green comes to mind. Village life today is centered on the green, much as it was 100 years ago. The town's most loved, and biggest community event is the Annual Village Fair Days, held every summer.

Local merchants, community organizations and special groups set up shop along the green for two days of fun. Traditional events are the Rotten Sneaker Contest, Kid's Fun Run and Men's Best Leg Contest. The festivities also include antiques, crafts, fine art, and mouth-watering treats.

Today's New Milford is home to both residential and commercial properties. Major corporations such as Nestle, Kimberly Clark, and K-Mart fit right along with the numerous privately owned businesses, shops and eateries.

The beautification and rejuve nation of New Milford's down town area, especially Bank and East Main streets, allows resi dents and visitors to appreci ate the historic buildings and enjoy the many stores and restaurants the town has to offer.

Further commercial develop ment along Route 7 also adds to the commerce of New Milford.

New Milford Hospital and the New Milford Hospital Columbia Presbyterian Regional Cancer Center are bringing state-of-the-art med ical diagnoses and treatment to area residents, as well as those from out of state.

The New Milford school sys tem continues to provide qual ity education to all its stu dents. In 2000, the district opened a new, multi-million dollar high school that will continue to help bring the chil dren of New Milford programs to help move into the new mil lennium.

There is something for every one in New Milford. The town's many clubs and organi zations provide outlets for a wide range of interests and activity levels.

Bisected by the Housatonic River, New Milford has come to be known as the " Gateway to the Litchfield Hills." The beauty of both the town's private and public parks, as well as state camping sites, and numerous golf courses, provide an assortment of outdoor activities.