Nichols Improvement Association

NIA Executive Board Meeting
2024-08-06 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-09-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-01 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-11-05 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-12-03 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-01-07 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Starkweather House – 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA, 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT, 06611, United States
This is not a public meeting. This is for Executive Board Members only at this time. If there is going to be a public board meeting the NIA will post the information via email to the members.

Halloween Parade
2024-10-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Starkweather House – 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA, 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT, 06611, United States
Come join us at the NIA’s Annual Halloween Parade and Party.
Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024
Time 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Please park in the NIA parking lot and use the crosswalk to meet at the Nichols United Methodist Church. Families/Kids will check in at the church parking lot before marching from Shelton Road to the Starkweather House. We will have crafts, treats and lots of fun! It’s sure to be spooklacular!
You must pre register for this event. Prized will be given out for most original costumes in categories from baby to grade 8.
*Rain or Shine Event*

2024 Jingle Bell Run
2024-12-07 | Starkweather House – 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA, 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT, 06611, United States
Join us Saturday, Dec 7th as the Nichols Improvement Association presents the 36th edition of our holiday classic. The NIA Jingle Bell Run takes place on a scenic rolling hill 5K course through the heart of the Nichols community.
PLEASE COME DRESSED TO RUN – There are no indoor changing facilities.
Our 1/3 Mile Kids Fun Run will begin prior to the start of the official Jingle Bell Run/walk.
We will also have an untimed, 1.25 Mile Health Walk for those who wish to participate by walking the rolling hills of Nichols. Stroll, walk, push the kids…everyone is welcome!
Run, Walk, Donate! Bring a canned good for the Trumbull Food Pantry.
Participants are encouraged to bring a canned food item to the donate to the Trumbull Food Pantry.
For more information please click here!

Kids Holiday Party
2024-12-08 15:00 - 17:00 | CT
NIA Kids Holiday Party- December 8th, 2024 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST

It’s the holiday season at the NIA and we hope you can join us for our annual NIA Holiday Kid‘s Party! We will have holiday-themed activities, snacks, and drinks!
Due to indoor capacity, registration will be limited as follows:
–NIA Members only
-50 children total (25 children per time slot)
-Adults will be limited to 1 Adult per child indoors
-A waiting list will be created once the 50 spots are filled
NO WALK-INS since we need to order our fun holiday crafts ahead of time and house space is limited!
REGISTRATION INFO
Due to popular demand, this event will be limited to NIA members only, membership status will be verified after registration.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Please choose a time slot:
Time slot: 3-4pm 25 Kids
Time slot: 4-5pm 25 Kids
Please only include child count in your registration! If all time slots are full, you can be added to the waitlist.
Please email events@niatrumbull.org with any questions.

March Madness Membership Drive
2025-02-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Starkweather House – 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA, 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT, 06611, United States
Come meet us at Stark Weather House, on Saturday 10 AM to 12 PM, for Membership sign up and to pick up your parking stickers.

Memorial Day
2025-05-25 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Starkweather House – 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA, 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT, 06611, United States
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon with your NIA friends and neighbors at the Stark Weather House.

Easter Egg Hunt
2026-03-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Starkweather House – 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA, 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT, 06611, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Come enjoy our NIA Easter Egg Hunt with your little ones. Gather for family, friends and a wonderful day creating memories for you and your children for years to come. Sunday March 29th 12:00. Rain date Saturday April 4th at 12:00
Register here: http://form.jotform.com/260624321390045

Halloween Parade - Rain or Shine
2026-10-24 16:00 | CT

2026 NIA Jingle Bell Run
2026-12-05 08:00 - 12:00 | Starkweather House – 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA, 1773 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull, CT, 06611, United States
Join us Saturday, Dec 5th, 2026 as the Nichols Improvement Association presents the 37th edition of our holiday classic. The NIA Jingle Bell Run takes place on a scenic rolling hill 5K course through the heart of the Nichols community.
PLEASE Come Dressed to Run – There are no indoor changing facilities.
Our 1/3 Mile Kids Fun Run will begin prior to the start of the official Jingle Bell Run/Walk.
We will also have an untimed, 1.25 Mile Health Walk for those who wish to participate by walking the rolling hills of Nichols. Stroll, walk, push the kids… everyone is welcome!
Run, Walk, Donate! Bring a canned good for the Trumbull Food Pantry.
Participants are encouraged to bring a canned food item to donate
to the Trumbull Food Pantry.

NIA Christmas Tree Lighting
2026-12-05 18:00 - 19:00 | CT
Please join us for our Annual Tree Lighting & musical performance by the Hillcrest Choraleers. Rumor has it that Santa will be taking a break from the North Pole to make a special visit to Nichols! The event will take place on the NIA Green.

You may park at the NIA parking lot and walk over (please use the crosswalk) or the local church parking lots. Please do not park in the NUMC circle driveway as Santa needs a place to get out!

Annual Bon Fire
2026-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 | CT
December 12th
Mark your calendars! The Nichols Improvement Association is thrilled to invite you to our Annual Holiday Bonfire on Saturday December 12th, at 6 PM in the NIA parking lot.
With the fire ban now lifted, we’re excited to have the greenlight to light up the night with a huge, roaring bonfire!
Come and enjoy:

Festive Christmas music
Refreshments
Great company and conversation

Gather your friends and family and join us for a warm and memorable evening of holiday cheer.
We’ll see you at 6 PM in the NIA parking lot!
Let’s make this year’s bonfire one to remember.
