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Comprehensive cardiac care right here in Fairfield County

Thanks to Stamford Health’s partnership with Columbia University Irving Medical Center, patients can access world-class heart care close to home. Columbia is one of the top programs for cardiology and heart surgery in New York* — and their surgeons perform scheduled and emergency surgeries at Stamford Health every single day.

“In the pursuit of exceptional cardiac care, our team believes that collaboration fuels excellence. We recognize the profound impact of joining forces with Columbia to elevate the level of care we provide to our patients, harnessing the expertise, resources, and cutting-edge advancements that come with such an affiliation,” said Dr. Michael Coady, chief of cardiac surgery and co-director of the Heart & Vascular Institute. “Together, we redefine the boundaries of possibility, ensuring that every patient receives the highest standard of care in open-heart surgery, characterized by unwavering precision, innovation, and compassion.”

Stamford Health has the most comprehensive heart and vascular program in Fairfield County. The Heart & Vascular Institute offers state-of-the-art technology (including cardiac MRI, multi-detector CT coronary angiography, and more), wrap-around care, and exceptional quality outcomes. Their unified heart care team puts the patient’s needs and preferences first.

“We are your hometown cardiovascular team,” said Dr. David Hsi, chief of cardiology and co-director of the Heart & Vascular Institute. “Our physician experts work together to deliver the best possible cardiovascular care to all patients.”

Stamford Health is also the only hospital in lower Fairfield County that performs open-heart surgery. With cardiologists in Stamford, Norwalk, and Wilton, it is easy to find expert care – closer to home.

STAMFORD HEALTH’S HEART & VASCULAR INSTITUTE BY THE NUMBERS:

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Meet the leadership

Michael Coady, MD, Chief, Cardiac Surgery, Co-Director, Heart & Vascular Institute at Stamford Health

Michael Argenziano, MD, Associate Chief, Division of Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center

David Hsi, MD, Chief, Cardiology, Co-Director, Heart & Vascular Institute at Stamford Health

5 top surgeons from Columbia University perform surgery at Stamford Health

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Stamford Health and Columbia University Irving Medical Center provide the most extensive heart and vascular care in Fairfield County. From the only open-heart surgery program in lower Fairfield to the most advanced diagnostic and imaging technologies, we bring world-class cardiac care closer to home.

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SEPTEMBER 2023

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HIGHER GROUND

John Legend, Ty Stiklorus and Mike Jackson have teamed up to ensure that the voices of often underrepresented artists are heard in film, television, theater and publishing. In anticipation of their upcoming Greenwich International Film Festival Changemaker Award, the passionate trio sat down with us to talk about equality, art and friendship.

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IN FOCUS

Meet this year’s Teens to Watch. They are a passionate, smart, creative and philanthropic group. Each one is already blazing an impressive path. What they have in store will surprise and impress you.

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BUZZ Two locals share their deeply personal stories in order to spread hope; Greenwich MMA laces up its gloves for a great cause SHOP Fall in love with these cozy and classic trends. GO Enjoy summer’s last gasp and head to The White Barn Inn in Maine. HOME Caroline Feinstein launches her new boutique, Caro Home; OKA and Cabana team up to offer chic lighting options; Leslie Banker gives a glimpse into top designers’ minds in Think Like a Decorator DO Refresh at luxe wellness center, Hush. EAT Farm-to-table favorite, DIG gets new digs in Stamford.

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A graduate of Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr. McEvoy completed a two-year clinical research fellowship at Memorial

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CHANGING THE TIDE

At times our news and social feeds can be filled with so many stories of intolerance and division that the world seems broken beyond repair. But as Mr. Rogers so aptly said, “Look for the helpers. You’ll always find people who are helping.”

This month, we do just that. Our September issue arrives with a sense of celebration and inspiration. Here, with three talented people we explore artistry that inspires us and introduce you to a remarkable group of teens poised to become the next generation of trailblazers.

The Greenwich International Film Festival continues to be a beacon of artistic expression, shedding light on stories that touch our hearts and challenge our perspectives. This year, the festival will honor Get Lifted, an organization founded by friends and fellow artists John Legend, Mike Jackson and Ty Stiklorius, with its Changemaker Award.

Through the lens of film, music and literature, Get Lifted champions social justice, equality and human connection. Its projects

have started conversations that transcend screens, stages and pages—igniting action and empathy. Writer Riann Smith sits down with the dynamic trio to discuss their journey in bringing about change through creative activism. (“Higher Ground,” page 80).

In the spirit of recognizing transformative potential, we also proudly present our annual Teens to Watch (“In Focus,” page 90). The young minds and talents showcased on these pages demonstrate a remarkable commitment to leaving an indelible mark not only on our community, but the world. They are as smart in the classroom as they are accomplished on the field and stage, and they are as empathetic as they are resilient. Writer Jamie Marshall introduces us to our class of 2023. We know you’ll be impressed. We certainly are.

While we celebrate the impact of Get Lifted and the boundless potential of our teens, let’s remember that every individual, every initiative and every moment has the power to shape our reality.

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OF A COOL GRAMMA

Did you know that in 1978, Jimmy Carter proclaimed the Sunday after Labor Day as National Grandparents Day? It was the brainchild of one Marian McQuade to honor elderly shut-ins. Mother of fifteen kids, she probably also wanted to butter up her parents, so they’d babysit more.

Anyway, it got me thinking about my maternal grandmother, Jeannette Hoon Ahrens. We had the same coloring (washedout), stature (not much), temperament (outspoken) and passion (for causes); we both liked limericks (off-color) and singing. But she was much braver than I am.

“Gammy” was born a preemie in Wheeling, West Virginia, in 1880, daughter of John McCracken Hoon (a hard-nosed Confederate officer she hated) and Helen Sullivan Irwin (a talented musician she loved). In spite of her size, Jeannette became famous for slugging it out with the schoolyard bullies—and winning. Once, to escape her father’s fury, she hid under a bed; and reaching down to grab her, he threw out his back and was laid up for days. Every time she’d pass by his room, he’d yell, “Get that girl out of my sight!” Thus when her mother died shortly thereafter, he shipped her off to his sister in Chicago, where she served her aunt and cousins like Cinderella.

Then, at seventeen, she met Rudolph Paul Ahrens on the commuter train she rode to school. He was so handsome she dropped her books and, ever the gentleman, he picked them up. A rising star in the banking business, Rudy was the son of a Union officer and ten years her senior; even so, they married and soon moved to Cleveland.

Before Mother was born, Gammy wanted to study voice, but her young husband said it wasn’t proper; so, to fight boredom, she took in silent films. One afternoon a man sitting next to her put his hand on her thigh. She quietly reached up for her hatpin and drove it

right through his leg. He went screaming up the aisle, where the ushers grabbed him and, unruffled, she stayed for the end of the movie.

I treasured her advice, like “If you ever see an exhibitionist, just stand up wherever you are and yell, ‘You dirty Son of a Bitch!’ then sit down and see what happens.” She’d successfully pulled this off and watched the mounted police chase a naked man through Central Park.

We had our first cigarette together locked in my bathroom—she, hiding from her husband, me, from my father. We laughed—and coughed a lot.

Fiercely independent, decades later she quarreled with Papa Rudy while visiting Lakeview mausoleum to see where they would end up someday. Gammy wanted her own drawer. “But Jeannette,” he protested, “you’ve slept in my bed for sixty years!” Guess who won. Way ahead of her time, Gammy told her middle-school daughter the facts of life back in 1916 and was among the first to will her corneas to an eye bank.

Best of all, Gammy was a pioneer women’s libber. She loved talking politics, got heated over issues and was frustrated she never got on a jury. Why? Because when asked if she believed in capital punishment, she’d answer: “Certainly. If they’re guilty, fry ’em!”

She was a proud DAR. Betty Zane, sister of my seventh great-grandfather, saved the last battle of the Revolution by carrying gunpowder in her apron through enemy lines into Fort Henry. And when Papa Rudy was made treasurer of the New York Central and they moved to Bronxville, she rounded up a Nazi spy ring by eavesdropping on a maid she didn’t trust—making national headlines.

When reading the news today about our fractured country, I know Gammy would be fighting mad and swing into action to get out the vote. What a woman! Frank, feisty and fun. Lucky me to have had her in my life.

Happy Grandparents Day! G

“We had our first cigarette together locked in my bathroom—she, hiding from her husband, me, from my father.”

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RISING ABOVE

TWO LOCAL RESIDENTS SHOW US HOW A COURAGEOUS SPIRIT CAN OVERCOME DEVASTATING ADVERSITY. THEY HAVE BEEN IN THE DARKEST OF PLACES— ONE FACING A SEEMINGLY INSURMOUNTABLE CHALLENGE, THE OTHER SUFFERING THE UNIMAGINABLE LOSS OF A CHILD. NOT ONLY DO THEY REFUSE TO BE BROKEN, THEY HAVE CHOSEN TO PUBLICLY SHARE STORIES IN AN EFFORT TO SPREAD HOPE

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A Man of His Word

The following are excerpts from Andrew’s new book, The Art of Marrying Well, a collection of poetry, love letters to family and friends and his school community, parenting wisdom, and perspective on how to live a meaningful life even when things don’t go as planned.

by riann smith

THE FOUNDATION OF THE ART OF MARRYING WELL

This book is about perspective. I am a father, a husband, a brother, a son, a friend, a teacher, a student, an athlete, a musician, a reader, a writer. In July 2016, I was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis—ALS, Lou Gehrig’s disease. This has added another lens to my perspective. It has also allowed me the opportunity to slow down and appreciate each of the lenses I already have. When you are forced to move more carefully and mindfully through the world, you notice things differently. I certainly have.

Perspective is also about mindset. I have been blessed through upbringing and natural wiring to be hopeful. I am also optimistic, but the two are not the same thing. A lousy night’s sleep or a disappointing outcome can throw off your optimism, but nothing can shake hope. Hope is deeply rooted in your soul, and it can drive you forward. University of Pennsylvania professor Angela Duckworth has written on the importance of grit in a successful life. I would argue that it is your perspective, your lens on life, your mindset, that determines your grit. A purposeful life, and a hopeful mindset, position you to handle life’s curveballs.

BEHIND THE TITLE

I’ll take any chance I can get to express my love for my wife, Eliza, and a title seemed like a good one. Over two decades ago, I asked the love of my life and my best friend to spend the rest of her life with me. Finding someone who makes you happy and finishes your sentences more eloquently than you ever could is the moon shot. She makes every day better.

WORDS OF WISDOM

The Serenity Prayer is a prayer written by the American theologian Reinhold Niebuhr. It is

above: Ross (Andrew’s brother), Andrew and Townsend Niblock at TD Garden in Boston

ALS MAY HAVE ROBBED GREENWICH RESIDENT AND BELOVED GCDS EDUCATOR ANDREW NIBLOCK OF HIS ABILITY TO SPEAK, BUT IT HAS GIVEN RISE TO A POWERFUL VOICE WITHIN

above: Artwork by Andrew’s mother, Judy Niblock, is featured throughout the book as well as on the cover. below: The Niblock family: McCrory, Andrew, Townsend and Eliza in Maine

above: The Art of Marrying Well is available locally and on Amazon.

commonly quoted as: “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.” I find inspiration and challenge in the Serenity Prayer. I try to work toward it, but I am rarely successful. I realized long ago that I didn’t stand a chance to find the serenity, the wisdom, and the courage unless I gave myself some time.

FINDING SERENITY

For much of my life, daily physical exercise, often running, was my chance to take control for a bit. I can still close my eyes and feel my favorite runs, the ground under my feet, the smell of the trees, my

breathing, a sunrise over campus. I miss it. My recent years have been impacted by a daily battle with ALS. There have been many adjustments and frustrations, but one of the most difficult is the loss of my ability to lace up my sneakers and go for a run. I needed a new release—a new avenue toward serenity, courage, and wisdom. I write. I love writing. I love words and turns of phrase. I believe what we say, and how we say it matters. I often don’t know what I think about something until I write about it. I don’t know whether I am more serene, wise or courageous after I write, but I know I need it like I needed my morning run. Writing is my daily exercise. It makes me happy, clears the noise and gives me focus. It makes me a better me. What makes you a better you? I hope this book gets you thinking about that question, and many others.

THE POWER OF POETRY

I am thoughtful about my words. I write exclusively on my tablet using my eyes. This is a process— slower, more deliberate, but effective. I hesitate to say it has made me a better writer, but it has certainly made me a different one. In the absence of the facility to unleash an avalanche of prose in service of every idea, I have gained an increased appreciation of the power of each word, short sentences and the structure of paragraphs. I have a brand-new love of the tempo and form of verse. I previously found poetry to be a bit of a copout. Poetry left too much to the reader. Poetry ran the risk of not getting the point across, not telling the whole story. I was wrong … As a lifelong reader, writer and storyteller, it took ALS, eye-gaze technology, and the encouragement of a few friends for me to find a new voice.

Finding His Voice

A poem by Andrew Niblock

LOSING A DAY

Here’s what it takes for me to lose a day: BE WEAKER THAN I AM STRONG and

BE GRUMPY RATHER THAN HOPEFUL and

MEET OBSTACLES WITH FRUSTRATION RATHER THAN GRACE and

STEER MORE ANGER THAN WONDER TOWARD MY FAITH and

SHUT THE DOOR RATHER THAN ASK MY QUESTIONS and

BE PETTY RATHER THAN KIND and

GIVE UP RATHER THAN FACE CHALLENGES CREATIVELY

And

SWALLOW MY GRATITUDE.

THAT IS WHAT A LOST DAY LOOKS LIKE FOR ME.

IF ANY OF THOSE STATEMENTS ARE NOT TRUE, THE DAY IS NOT LOST. IT MIGHT NOT BE A BANNER DAY, OR AN EASY DAY, BUT IT IS NOT LOST.

“WRITING IS MY DAILY EXERCISE. IT MAKES ME HAPPY, CLEARS THE NOISE AND GIVES ME FOCUS. IT MAKES ME A BETTER ME. WHAT MAKES YOU A BETTER YOU?”

–ANDREW NIBLOCK

McCrory, Andrew, Townsend and Eliza at Greenwich Country Day School

A Mother’s Message

AFTER SUFFERING THE TRAGIC LOSS OF HER YOUNG SON, ROBIN BENNETT KANAREK TURNED HER GRIEF INTO ACTION AND IS NOW ON A MISSION TO HELP OTHERS BATTLING LIFE-ALTERING DISEASE

by valerie foster

EVERYTHING ROBIN BENNETT KANAREK DOES TODAY IS IN MEMORY OF HER SON, DAVID. And that includes her recently published book, Living Well with a Serious Illness: A Guide to Palliative Care for Mind, Body, and Spirit.

When David died in 2000 at the age of fifteen from cancer, palliative care was still mostly unknown, only becoming a board-certified subspecialty of medicine in the United States in 2006. Today, almost twenty years later, it is still a misunderstood branch of medicine, which was the main reason Robin wrote her book.

“Any project I do is to honor David,” she says. “This book is a form of healing for me but also my chance to help other people learn about palliative care.” In its simplest definition, palliative care affords patients with life-limiting illness the physical, social, psychological and spiritual support they need, delivered by a multidisciplinary team of professionals that includes medical doctors, nurses, social workers and chaplains. It is often confused with hospice care, which is provided only at the end of life. Patients can receive palliative care early in diagnosis with the purpose of improving the quality of life for themselves and their family or caregivers.

However, there’s a big but. “If you don’t know what palliative care is, you aren’t going to ask for it; and that means you won’t get it,” says Robin. She wishes she and her family could have asked for palliative care to help them navigate David’s illness. She hopes her book will help millions of people facing life-limiting disease.

In 2005, Dr. R. Morgan Bain was the chief resident of internal medicine at Norwalk Hospital. He equated palliative care with hospice until he attended a conference on end-of-life care that changed his career. “It was my Eureka moment,” he says. “I knew immediately that palliative care was the branch of medicine I wanted to pursue.” He is now medical director of the Stephen and Betsy Corman Center for Palliative Care at Greenwich Hospital.

“Our approach to care is a little different from other fields,” he explains. “We are like a team sport, providing care as a group.”

He says it’s common for the palliative care team to meet patients for the first time in a hospital, something he says needs to change.

“We want to move outside the hospital walls, engage patients when they are healthier, so that they can traverse their illness with more support. The common denominator with all

palliative care patients is suffering—and that can be physical, spiritual, emotional or social.” He notes that palliative care patients’ illnesses are progressive. “The palliative care team can help the patient and their caregivers understand the trajectory of the disease and prepare them for what might be coming down the road. The benefits of a palliative care approach have been studied and are numerous.”

BENEFITS OF PALLIATIVE CARE

HIGHER QUALITY OF LIFE SCORES FOR PATIENTS

GREATER SATISFACTION OF CARE FOR BOTH PATIENTS AND FAMILIES

FEWER TRIPS TO THE EMERGENCY ROOM

IF ADMITTED, SHORTER HOSPITAL STAYS

PATIENTS LIVING BETTER AND OFTEN LONGER

Robin was a nurse for forty-five years and feels strongly that compassion— a cornerstone of palliative care—is a necessary part of medicine. She wishes that palliative care was available in 1995 when David was diagnosed with leukemia, because although he received the best care available at the time, it did not address his quality of life, personal goals, spirituality or any other facets that made him the David Kanarek his family knew and loved.

In 2006 Robin and her husband, Joe, established the Kanarek Family Foundation based in Greenwich. Its mission is to improve the quality of life of those affected by cancer or other life-threatening conditions through the promotion and integration of palliative care into all areas of American healthcare. All proceeds from the book go to the Foundation.

MANAGEMENT OF PATIENTS’ SYMPTOMS IMPROVING

Her book is a detailed look at palliative care, and according to Dr. Bain, a book whose time has come. “We need people to read the book, so they understand palliative care and can get the critical care that is available to them.”

Both Robin and Dr. Bain agree that although someone might not need palliative care right now, there will come a time when you or someone you know or love is in need of palliative services.

“ THIS BOOK IS A FORM OF HEALING FOR ME BUT ALSO MY CHANCE TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE LEARN ABOUT PALLIATIVE CARE IF YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT PALLIATIVE CARE IS, YOU AREN’T GOING TO ASK FOR IT; AND THAT MEANS YOU WON’T GET IT.”

–ROBIN BENNET KANAREK

Making an Impact

The Foundation’s hard work has paid off in many ways

The Kanarek Family Foundation has funded many programs, including the following—all supporting its mission to encourage innovative approaches in palliative and supportive care.

Subsidized the development and implementation of a pediatric “Train-the-Trainer” interprofessional spiritual care education curriculum in palliative care at the George Washington Institute for Spirituality and Health in Washington, D.C.

Underwrote the creation of the Kanarek Center for Palliative Care in the Egan School of Nursing at Fairfield University to offer a comprehensive, integrated curriculum providing students and nursing professionals the education to be leaders in palliative care.

Underwrote the creation of an advanced communication module for nurse practitioners caring for pediatric patients and their families at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City

Created David’s Treasure Tree in the pediatric unit of Stamford Hospital, providing a gift to any pediatric patient

For more information visit kanarekfamilyfoundation.org

When Is Palliative Care Right?

According to the Stephen and Betsy Corman Center for Palliative Care at Greenwich Hospital, palliative care guidelines for the patient and family include:

Experiencing uncertainty regarding the prognosis and goals of care

Living with difficult physical and emotional symptoms related to a serious medical illness

Showing a decline in physical health with multiple hospitalizations

Suffering through prolonged hospitalization with poor prognosis

Facing patient and family stress with unresolved psychological or spiritual issues

Having questions or concerns about a living will and advance directives

“WE NEED PEOPLE TO READ THE BOOK SO THEY UNDERSTAND PALLIATIVE CARE AND CAN GET THE CRITICAL CARE THAT IS AVAILABLE TO THEM.”

DR. R. MORGAN BAIN

Joe and Robin with children, Sarah and David

The Good Fight

“Hook, jab, cross, hook, jab, cross! Keep pushing!”

Kastriot Xhema urged one of his clients as he absorbed her punches with a strike pad during a recent workout in the ring at Greenwich MMA. Kas, who’s the owner of this MMA (mixed martial arts) gym, grew up in town and trained as a Bellator MMA fighter, earning wins at Madison Square Garden and Mohegan Sun. Earlier this year he opened his new gym in central Greenwich, where many of his clients train not to fight but to gain strength and overall fitness. Through group workouts and one-on-one sessions he has helped all ages.

“Every kid should do some form of martial arts,” he says, having seen firsthand the benefits for high school athletes and younger kids. “For me, it keeps me calm and humble. It’s good for confidence, and you never know when you may need it.”

Now Kas is giving back via a large charitable boxing event to be held in Roger Sherman Baldwin Park on September 30. He is partnering with Michael Vranos, Wall Street executive and philanthropist, in creating Glove Up Greenwich, which will feature nine sanctioned boxing fights in a twenty-bytwenty-foot ring, shown on a Jumbotron. Food trucks and drink vendors will be on hand to serve spectators. The event benefits several organizations: Greenwich United Way, The Rowan Center, GEMs, Byram Volunteer Fire Dept and Glenville Volunteer Fire Department.

“The idea is to raise money for local charities, support first responders while also raising people’s awareness of mixed martial arts,” Kas says. “Expect an action-packed, exciting event with lots of adrenaline.”

Glove Up will include some celebrity fighters. A “private equity” fight and police vs. fire are also in the works as well as a surprise musical performance. Tickets are available for reserved seating or general admission via Eventbrite. Greenwich MMA

located at 173 Davis Avenue; gloveupgreenwichct.com

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clockwise from top left: Kas’s at a professional Bellator MMA fight at Webster Bank Arena; Kas training at Revolution Training in Stamford; Kas in the ring; Glove Up promotion; Sharon Walker Epps, board chair of The Rowan Center, Kas and David Rabin, CEO of Greenwich United Way at a fundraiser for the upcoming event

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Summer Extension

Don’t put away those flip-flops just yet! Enjoy a warm weather escape to THE WHITE BARN INN—Maine’s answer to laid-back luxury

Maine is always a good idea. But Maine in the warmer months, with its beaches, boating and buttered rolls stuffed with fresh lobster, is the quintessential New England escape. Vacationland beckons with many worthwhile stops along its rocky coastline—from Biddeford to Bar Harbor—but Kennebunk makes for an easy trip from Connecticut, especially when you’re settling in at The White Barn Inn.

Tucked away from the town’s busy center—which becomes heavy with foot traffic during peak months as visitors shop, line up for seafood and seek out ice cream— the Inn offers a quiet refuge to unwind and indulge. The historic site, originally constructed in the 1860s, includes twenty-seven rooms spread among the buildings that surround the namesake barn. For extra privacy, book one of four waterfront cottages on the

White Barn Marina, and wake up to unobstructed water views. Each of the hotel’s spaces embraces its farmhouse history but features contemporary finishes and a modern designer’s touch, courtesy of Jenny Wolf Interiors (her Pound Ridge store, The Huntress, should also be on your must-visit list), who completed a redesign in the summer of 2020. The result is at once elegant, inviting and cozy.

Because the Inn is an Auberge

left: The White Barn Inn has been a beloved local landmark for over 150 years. right: The original building’s integrity and Maine sensibility were preserved in the recent redesign.

VIEW FINDER

Cottages nestled on the Kennebunk River enjoy panoramic views, include wood-burning fireplaces, and offer options for both families and couples to experience the coastal landscape.

HOME SUITE HOME

Come and go as you please from the Loft Suite, which comes with a private entrance, a balcony and 620 square feet to spread out.

OPEN CONCEPT

When you’re done taking in the view from a Garden Deluxe Room, spend some time in the soaking tub.

above: The awardwinning restaurant serves contemporary cuisine in a spectacular setting. below: Sign up for a cocktail-making class in the historic barn.

Resorts Collection property, the service is exceptional. Take the welcoming staff up on an offer to coordinate tailored excursions during your stay, whether you’re borrowing bikes to explore the area with a private tour from the general manager or driving off in search of antiques at stops recommended by a local collector. Of course, staying on-site is just as tempting, with an awardwinning spa and an outdoor infinity pool available for guests. Whatever lands on your itinerary, a meal in the picturesque barn is mandatory. This year, White Barn Inn is celebrating fifty years as a fine-dining destination with a series of events that highlight the bounty of the region and the mastery of chefs who put the restaurant on the culinary map, some of whom will be returning to recreate their favorite dishes. Choose from oyster and wine tastings, traditional lobster bakes and unforgettable menus paired with over-the-top cocktails. Chef Mathew Woolf also prepares seasonal fare in a more casual setting at Little Barn, but a guided epicurean experience under the wood beams and magical picture window in the main dining room is worth the trip alone.

White Barn Inn

37 Beach Avenue

Kennebunk, Maine 04043

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right: Learn about the Inn’s custom-made lobster cages at a traditional bake dinner.

above: S’mores at the firepit are the perfect way to end your night.

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BATHING BEAUTY

encounters it—in the socks on a stranger’s ankles on the subway, on a hike through a leafy jungle, in the carpet of an airplane on an overnight flight. She grew up traveling with her family and was inspired by the visual beauty of clothing, jewelry and décor from an early age, and recalls accompanying her father, an architect, to his office in her native Buenos Aires, at seven years old. There she examined blueprints and sketched ideas for the tiles of his clients’ buildings.

Textiles were her one true love, however, and before going out on her own in 2012, Feinstein spent years designing for bath-linen behemoths like the Brazilian manufacturer Karsten.

If the universe of towels were ruled by a monarch, Carolina Feinstein would be its queen, crowned in a tiara of low-twist terry, sans fringe. Now the Old Greenwich resident, whose beach, bath and tabletop collections have filled the shelves of major retailers including T.J. Maxx, Nordstrom and Home Goods for three decades, is annexing new territory: a 1,000-square-foot, sun-lit boutique in Harbor Point stocked with all the absorption a Nantucket weekender could want. Beach towels in bold, colorful stripes and motifs sit in stacks awaiting a squeeze; plush hoodie-towels decorated with hearts hang on cabana pegs; and bundled bathing kits for kids ages three to ten pique a summer gift-giver’s curiosity. Also on offer are bath towels in eight

solid colors from Feinstein’s Coventry line, which repurposes approximately 150 plastic bottles per bath sheet.

The Caro Home store, accessible via a verdant allee off Pacific Street and attached to the company’s existing wholesale showroom in a converted brick warehouse, represents a bold move by the entrepreneur who made her mark on the industry with so-called fashion towels that now account for 20 percent of the market. Thanks to fewer twists in the yarns that are used, these vibrant and fluffy textiles distinguish themselves from the standardissue, scratchy rectangles that hang near bathtubs worldwide.

Feinstein is a dyed-in-the-cotton designer inspired by color and pattern wherever she

In addition to yarn dyes, jacquards and double-dobbies, her other love is her husband and fellow Argentine, Andres Hogg, a realestate developer who envisions a thriving village of commercial, office and residential buildings between Ludlow and Dock streets. The couple fittingly met in 1989 at Uruguay’s Punta del Este—the bucket-list destination for the bikini-and-caftan crowd—and moved to New York in 2000. Their two children are their go-to towel models.

Feinstein, who partners with factories and mills in India, Portugal, Turkey and China, recalls that even in elementary school she was snubbing convention, wearing orange pinafores—orange remains her signature color—when her classmates were wearing white.

“I have never done what others are doing,” she says.

Prices at the store range from approximately $10 to $45, with the exception of a small selection of bamboo-fiber bedsheets available for $200-plus per set, and be on the lookout for her upcoming tabletop line.

Caro Home, 583 Pacific Street, Stamford, carohome.com

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left: Caro at home with her twins, who are her biggest inspiration above right: Mix and match patterns in soft colors, perfect for that beach getaway below right: The beautiful color range of the plush BelAire collection— an easy way to feel like you're at a spa in your own home

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OKA + CABANA aim to transport your space with table lamps

Teaming up to celebrate their mutual passion for travelinspired color and pattern, Sue Jones (OKA cofounder and creative director) and Martina Mondadori (Cabana magazine founder and editor-in-chief) have launched a new lighting collection. The range includes artisan-made lamps and shades in a variety of hues and prints—from Persian paisley to Arabesque embroidery—that are meant to be mixed for maximalist effect. Each hand-turned wood base is crafted to resemble an antique lamp owned by Martina’s late mother, before being painted in four signature tones. “I think it should be like buying a pair of jeans and then changing blouses,” Martina says. “Once you’ve got the base, you can change the lampshades with the seasons.” See the potential pairings on display at the Westport store, and start collecting your shades now.

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WORDS OF DESIGN WISDOM FROM LESLIE BANKER

Often, the hardest part of any home project is figuring out where to start. Luckily, Leslie Banker is here to offer her advice, tips and tricks to cracking the code on stylish design and decorating. In Think Like a Decorator, Banker draws on her own experience as the child of a designer and now, as principal at Leslie Banker & Company, to lead readers from a starting point all the way through the maze of issues that inevitably arise when tackling interiors. She has the help of fellow designers Alexa Hampton, Tom Scheerer, Amanda Nisbet, Katie Ridder and Christopher Spitzmiller who add their own voices of reason and answer the questions we’re all looking for answers to. $45; Rizzoliusa.com

above: Banker’s bright book cover is a styling prop in itself.

above: Adding wood to your walls will add warmth and have you rethinking wallpaper.

above: Martina Mondadori (left) of Cabana and OKA’s Sue Jones right: The burgundy Pilastro lamp with Veneto Collato shade

right: Arabesque features handembroidered tussar silk.

left: An ochre base pairs well with the Ambi shade in the same colorway.

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IN PERFECT HARMONY

A NEW PLACE TO RECHARGE IN OUR FAST-PACED WORLD

Aluxe meditation and wellness center that opened recently in Glenville, Hush offers clients many ways to relax in a chic, soothing environment. “This is a spa for your soul,” explains founder Stephanie DeSantis, who created Hush as an upscale sanctuary, a place where people can go to feel grounded and healthier. Stephanie and her cousin Devin Heck, who’s a corporate attorney in New York, are partners in the business. She says meditation has helped her get through tough times, and she wants to share this mindfulness technique with others to promote positive emotional and physical health.

The Red Light Therapy room

Founder Stephanie DeSantis

“We get blow-outs, and we go to the gym,” says Stephanie, who is also a sought-after beauty and brow expert, “but why aren’t we doing more to help our mental health?” To that end, her new space with SoHo House vibes features a modern lounge where you can wait with a cup of tea before your service. There is also a sitting porch, and three floors of treatment rooms with different modalities to help clients find their balance and destress—everything from a Crystal Chakra bed to Red Light Therapy on a heated PEMF mat in the Ruby Room to Himalayan salt rooms and a large Pilates/yoga studio. It’s like one-stop shopping for wellness,

with everything under one roof.

For those who are new to meditation, the Somadome Pod is a great place to start. Sit in the pod to experience a twenty-minute guided meditation paired with light immersion and electromagnetic energy to reduce stress and anxiety. For a one-on-one service with a therapist, you can schedule private reiki, astrology or stretch sessions. “Stretching is like the fountain of youth because it moves blocked energy,” Stephanie says.

While meditation and wellness are highly personal, Hush also has a social aspect to it, with group sessions such as sound bowl

meditations held in the salt room and Peaceful Pilates, a class combining mat Pilates with a fifteen-minute meditation. There’s space for private parties, women’s circles and events like a “pre-wedding wellness night.” It’s a way for friends to connect, an alternative to going out for dinner or drinks. “Though it’s called Hush, I want people to feel comfortable talking. I want my clients to be able to share and discuss things like anxiety,” she says. “This place is a reprieve that’s not judgmental, a space where we can go as a community to feel grounded, balanced, safe and support each other.” 6 Glenville Street, Greenwich, 203-914-2011; hausofhush.com

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Visit Winvian Farm’s Condé Nast Traveler-acclaimed spa, then enjoy lunch or cocktails at Maggie’s Tavern.

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Just Dig In

This contemporary, fast-casual eatery boasts a menu driven by fresh, GOOD-FOR-YOU INGREDIENTS

by elizabeth keyser

Landmarks die hard, but when they rise again, they can reach the spirit of the times. Take Dig, for example. It is flourishing in the site of the old Bull’s Head Diner, which closed after twenty-five years in May 2021. The curved Art Deco façade still features glass bricks, but there’s a new pistachio-hued trim. And the dining room is now bright and open, with light streaming in through the windows. It’s a fitting setting for the tasty, ingredient-driven food that’s cooked

at the contemporary, fast-casual eatery. Over the past ten years the Dig brand— which offers an affordable, American homestyle menu—caught on in New York City, and then, with investment from Danny Meyer’s hospitality group, expanded to Boston, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. After a pandemic setback, the brand is opening new locations again. Dig Stamford, which launched in April, is the first stand-alone, and offers eat-in, take-out and catering trays. Open daily

from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Dig also has a weekend brunch featuring favorites like waffles with fruit, avocado toast, steak and eggs, a farmers plate and mimosas.

This is component eating: that is, a bowl brimming with a protein and two vegetables over a better-for-you starch. Menus change with the seasons. During my visit, spring’s Lime Leaf Salmon with avocado had just given way to summer’s Salmon Marketplace, a seared filet of Alaskan salmon with roasted street

above: Located at the site of the old Bull's Head Diner, Dig serves well-prepared, healthful meals in its newly renovated dining room.

corn, tomato and cucumber salad, and field greens over brown rice with pesto on the side. The night we tried the salmon, it was cooked medium but was moist and flavorful, and all the ingredients emanated freshness. Summer BBQ Chicken Marketplace featured charred and juicy boneless, skinless thighs, street corn, potato salad flecked with herbs and kale Caeasar salad.

Along with a Classic Vegan Bowl featuring baked maple-glazed tofu, there’s a build-yourown bowl, which offers many possibilities for every palate and diet. You can eschew protein for three vegetables or indulge in steak. Decisions are aided by detailed ingredient and nutrition information on Dig’s website. Calories, sugars, fats, carbs and fiber counts are listed for each dish. You can also feel good about what’s not listed: the health benefits of vitamin- and mineral-rich leafy greens, red- and orange-hued vegetables, and monounsaturated fats in avocados. If there’s one caveat, it’s that Dig’s dishes tend to run on the sweet side. Each bowl comes with a sauce on the side, which we used sparingly because all the components of each bowl were so well-seasoned and prepared.

The fresh vegetable sides shine. Cherry tomatoes and Persian cucumbers were bright,

refreshing and crisp. These dishes are great for sharing at a picnic or party. A year-round starch side, Jasper Hill Mac ‘n’ Cheese, is the most indulgent. Unfortunately on the night we tried it, the texture was gloppy and the main flavor was flour. Given it’s not the most healthful dish on Dig’s menu, next time we’ll choose brown rice or farro.

If bowls are not your thing, Dig also makes club sandwiches on homemade focaccia with any of the proteins. Focaccia can be ordered as a side, and we recommend it. It was light,

fluffy, topped with sea salt and permeated with olive oil. We happily brought some home, and it didn’t last till morning. For dessert, brown butter chocolate chip cookies were our favorite because they tasted like butter and brown sugar. Dig’s cooks also bake flourless brownies and a very sweet Sticky Carrot Cake.

All day Happy Hour offers appealingly priced craft brews in cans ($4 to $8) and sealed mini milk bottles of house wine ($7) from a self-serve fridge. We also grabbed a bottle of Dig ginger mint lemonade, which was mildly carbonated and not overly sweet.

On a recent evening outside Dig, the umbrella-shaded picnic benches were filled, and inside the bright space, a line gathered at the order counter. The industrial feel of concrete floors and open ceilings was warmed by wood booths. The tables were filled with the spectrum of who digs Dig: all ages of busy people looking for a quick, well-prepared, healthful meal. There was a young couple in workout clothes; a doctor in scrubs; and a grandmother, son and grandson (who played with the toys from the children’s corner, which has crayons and an array of books). The kids menu offers pizza, pasta, grilled cheese, and for the adventurous and opinionated young eater, a make-your-own mini market plate.

The staff was busy in the open kitchen, searing salmon filets and assembling bowls. Front-of-the-house staff was ready to explain how Dig works—order at the counter and a server delivers the food to your table. When our food arrived, a customer intrigued by the sight of the salads asked us what we’d ordered. Like us, he was ready to dig in. G

above: You can dine in or order takeout. below: Bowls are a Dig staple, but you can also order sandwiches on delicious homemade focaccia bread.

money matters

BY CAROL LEONETTI DANNHAUSER

WEALTH TRANSFER

500 index has soared, from 144.3 at the beginning of 1983 to 3960.66 on the first of this year. Even home prices have risen 500-fold. But as family assets have increased, so too have the ages of progenitors. Cerulli estimates that $84 trillion will be passed along to the next generation of Americans by 2045, $16 trillion in the next ten years alone.

Preparing the next generation for all this wealth is a tall task. Is your family ready?

becoming conscientious stewards of wealth—in the family business and in life. This can prove challenging, as younger generations in wealthy families often exist and socialize in a bubble, the survey noted. They may lack experience with leadership, economics, entrepreneurship, family governance, global investments or even simple budgeting or buying a home.

high-net-worth clients tackled things like fostering entrepreneurial aspirations, networking and mentoring in addition to markets and economics.

“It’s so much more than market knowledge. It’s a very personal experience,” Wills says. “It’s not just money but family dynamics.”

Citi Private Bank recently surveyed 200 affluent families around the world. What each of them had: a net worth in excess of $25 million. What 62 percent of them didn’t have: a plan for guiding the next generation to be a responsible stakeholder in that wealth.

Family wealth in the United States totaled $140 trillion last year, according to a report by Cerulli Associates. And no wonder. Over the past forty years, the S&P

Cayman Wills, managing director with Citi Private Bank in Greenwich, believes that the key to preparing family members to inherit and manage multigenerational wealth is to “begin at the end. Twenty-five years down the line, what does the successful family look like? Start at that goal and work backward.”

Wills isn’t referring exclusively to preserving or growing those millions. Instead, “success” can mean preparing Muffy and Junior for taking on leadership roles, maintaining family values,

SHARING THE WEALTH

Just as accumulating wealth came from planning, so too should transfering that wealth, Wills says.

“How is that decision-making achieved? Many of our clients have an annual family meeting where you can review a lot of these topics. It starts with: what are our long-term goals, and what do we want to instill in our next generation?”

Such conversations can turn prickly. Enlisting help from a financial advisor with expertise in wealth transfer can help. A recent event hosted by the MIT/Sloan School of Management for children of Citi Private Bank’s ultra-

With or without help from an advisor, annual family learning programs and visioning sessions not only help prepare future generations to lead the family enterprise, they can also make the family a more cohesive unit.

Older family members who may have devoted most of their working life to creating and building wealth may discover that what their children and grandchildren hold dear isn’t the same as what motivated previous generations. Younger generations might not even know the sacrifices and strategies of their forebears. Building multi-generational bonds not only helps preserve wealth, Wills says, it strengthens families. G

Increasingly, affluent Americans are choosing to distribute their wealth while they’re still alive. “Giving with a warm hand,” as it were, says Wills. The U.S. tax code currently allows individuals to gift up to $12.9 million to heirs over a lifetime without a federal tax consequence (though that is set to revert to $5 million in 2026). Rather than handing over blocks of cash, ask your financial advisor to model various scenarios and asset allocations that ensure you will have what you need, while sending the rest to trusts set up for your loved ones and your charitable intentions. That’s a true gift: to be able to see your hard work benefiting the people and the causes dear to you.

Cayman Wills

A Good Way to Phone It In

This year I committed to FREE IPHONE CLASSES at the Apple store and online tutorials. Here, I offer up some hacks, short cuts and new features that most newer iPhones have but you may be missing out on

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Tune In

iPhones can add noise or reduce it. Let’s start with adding noise. If you need to focus or would prefer to have a conversation with a little more privacy, your phone can function as a white noise machine. Additionally, if construction on the house next door is making it hard for

Tune Out

You might not be aware of the canceling features that most newer AirPods offer. If you’re on a plane or train and want to tune out fellow travelers, you can turn on noise cancellation. Conversely, if you’re out walking and want to be aware of sounds around you as you listen to your favorite podcast (a wise safety move), follow these steps but select Transparency, and you’ll be able to hear some noises around you.

you to focus on work, you can provide background sounds— everything from the ocean to rain.

Go to:

• Settings

• Accessibility

• Audio/Visual

• Background Sounds

• Sound

• Make your selection noise-

Here’s how:

• Put your AirPods in your ears.

• On your phone, go to Settings

• Choose AirPods

• Choose Noise Control

• Here you can add noise cancellation to one or both ears.

More Than Just a Picture

One of my favorite iPhoto tricks is the Look Up feature.

• Look at any photo you have taken, and at the bottom of the page you’ll see options— share, heart, star and trash.

• Press the star, and you will find all sorts of information about your photo, including the Look Up feature. When the photo is an object such as a plant or animal, it will quickly analyze the photo and identify the object. I use this feature all the time when I’m in the garden evaluating

emerging plants to determine if they are weeds or perennials sprouting from last year.

Say Cheese

Your Very Own Personal Assistant

Take Note

For those of us who love to share a great recipe or recall a key paragraph from a book, iPhoto has a feature that allows readers to scan words right into Notes or share via text or email.

Here’s how:

• Open your phone to Camera. As the camera focuses on the text to be photographed, a symbol (lines framed by corner marks) will appear on the bottom right of the screen. Tap it. It will turn yellow.

example, one of

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two brackets will appear. Guide them to the text you want to capture.

• A list of options will appear—Text, Email, New Quick Note, Save to Files, etc.

• If you’re traveling and come across foreign language, use the steps above. Tap the right arrow in the options bar, and “Translate” will appear. The phone will effortlessly translate

• Categories of Look Up also include Landmarks. If you’re looking through photos trying to identify where they were taken—for example, one of your kids standing in front of a lighthouse that you can’t quite remember—the information is a click away. Your phone will immediately identify any landmark in the background. the text for you.

• Position your phone to view the area in which you want to be photographed.

• Once you have the shot lined up and have joined the picture, open your Apple Watch and click on Apps.

• Scroll down to the Camera Remote.

• You can set a timer to go off in three seconds, so your hands are free.

• You can also set the photo to be taken from the front or back of the camera. By using the front-facing feature, you can see the phone screen to assure everything and everyone you want is in the photo.

• To avoid balancing your phone on tricky surfaces, consider a lightweight tripod that is small enough to fit in your purse, like the GripTight PRO 2 GorillaPod with bendable legs.

iPhone’s Siri is at your disposal, and Apple swears it isn’t listening to you unless you ask it to. Your iPhone only starts recording after receiving the “Hey, Siri” command. I use Siri to make an appointment or add to my to-do list while my hands are busy making dinner, folding laundry or when my eyes need to stay on the road. Here's how:

• Put an event on your calendar.

“Hey, Siri, add lunch with Millie tomorrow at noon to my calendar.”

• Set a reminder.

“Hey, Siri, remind me to call the dentist tomorrow at 9 a.m.”

• Set a timer.

“Hey, Siri, set timer for ten minutes.”

• Create lists.

“Hey, Siri, create a Grocery List.” You can now add to the list as needs come up. “Hey, Siri, add tomatoes to

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Grocery List.”

• Place calls, send texts “Hey, Siri, call Lily.” And “Hey, Siri, text Steven dinner is at eight.”

• Get basic information, perfect when traveling or when you just want to know more.

“Hey, Siri, how old is the Eiffel Tower” or “Hey, Siri, how many calories are in a chocolate croissant?”

OUT & ABOUT

by layla lisiewski

SUMMER MAY BE IN OUR REARVIEW MIRROR BUT THE FALL FUN IS HERE!

No. 3 DATE NIGHT

Grab your cowboy and cowgirl boots and head over to the Village in Stamford on Friday, September 22 at 7 p.m., for the third annual Western Hoedown benefiting Stamford Hospital Maternity Ward. Enjoy cocktails and BBQ bites as well as live music, western games, bourbon tastings and s’mores. Who says kids get to have all the fun? stamfordhospitalfoundation.org

No. 1 FULL OF HOT AIR

The Hudson Valley HotAir Balloon Festival is an hour’s drive from Greenwich and well worth it. From Friday, September 1 through

Sunday September 3, Tymor Park in Union Vale, New York, welcomes hot-air balloonists from all over the country.

Over 100 hot-air balloon ascensions are scheduled throughout the weekend. The festival is full of activities, including the evening

Majestic Hot-Air Balloon

Illumination Moon

Glow, tethered hot-air balloon rides, full hot-air balloon flights, helicopter rides, live music and entertainment, an amusement park, food trucks, family activities and more. dcrcoc.org/ balloonfesthv.org

No. 4 HORSE AROUND

No. 2 OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

Greenwich Moms has launched its updated guide to local extracurricular activities for the 2023–2024 school year. Whether your child is in pre-k or high school, loves playing piano or soccer, you’ll find options to keep them engaged and having fun on weekends and after the bell rings. greenwichmoms.com

Every

A Day in the Country Family Horse Show will be hosted by the Greenwich Riding & Trails Association on Sunday, October 1, in backcountry Greenwich. The event promises a fun family day for all and includes a horse show, tailgating, field day activities and contests, a petting zoo, stick-pony classes (for both adults and kids), as well as food and drink trucks. Over the course of the year, the GRTA welcomes the community (riders and non-riders) to enjoy great events and get involved with the organization. thegrta.org G

of her favorite things to do—from seasonal activities to can’t-miss

month Layla Lisiewski, Greenwich mom of four and founder of Greenwich Moms and its parent company, The Local Moms Network, shares some

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The Bruce 2.0

It was the evening we’d all been waiting for: Opening Night and the unveiling of the “New Bruce.” The attire was Creative Black Tie and everyone nailed it. Guests roamed the new halls and were blown away by the galleries and instillations and, yes, the newly expanded gift shop. The Gala honored four special friends of The Bruce—James Lockhart III, Robert

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BRUCE MUSEUM / The New Bruce in Greenwich

1 Robert Wolterstorff, Rebecca and Bill Andruss 2 Sachiko Goodman

3 Clarissa Post, Robert Hegeman, K. Smith Leigh 4 Dr. Mary Ann Calo with her daughter Nina Lindia 5 Katie Fong Biglin and Owen Biglin

6 Harry and Andrea Jaffe, Layla Lisiewski, Joe and April Larkin 7 Rudi DuBois 8 Sue Bodson, Erin Glasebrook, Tracy Holton 9 Deborah Goodrich Royce and Chuck Royce 10 Melissa Nissenson, Ali Galgano

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1 Wayne and Kim Huber, Derek and Lisa Lawrence, Gale and Robert Lawrence 2 The fascinating façade 3 (standing) Sarah Bamford, Ali Galgano, Asya Geller, Layla Lisiewski; (seated) Lauren Schweibold, Ani Joy Sandoval, Andrea Lavinthal 4 Arianne Kolb, Ellen Reid 5 Felicity Kostakis, Stephen and Kelly Thompson 6 John and Patricia Chadwick, Andrea Bonfils, Jan Rogers Kniffen, Kathleen Metinko 7 Bill and Susan Mahoney 8 Leonard Steinberg, Tom Caughlin 9 Kami Lightburn, Dino Rivera 10 Marko and Gracie Djuranovic 11 Marc and Lucy Rinaldi, Darby and Allan Cartun 12 Greg Stagleton, Darrell and Robin Harvey, Karyn Ward 13 Robert and Jessica Fitzsimmons 14 An artistic tablescape 15 Robin Bodell, Ellen Reid, Heidi and Scott Smith

BRUCE MUSEUM / The New Bruce in Greenwich

16 Erin Glasebrook looking like a ray of sunshine 17 David Lomasney, Kim Potvin 18 Margarita Karasoulas, Henry and Kate Foskett, Tracy and Mark Holton 19 Maura Schwartz, Kristina Halabi 20 Sharon Coplin Hurowitz, Monique Lodi 21 Scott and Alessandra Long 22 Jessica and Rich Dunne 23 A vision in red by Alexander Calder 24 Dan and Jennifer Palmer, Lide and Charles Goodwin 25 Joe and Carol Apuzzo 26 Cricket and Jim Lockhart 27 Justin Formal, Kathy Reichenbach »

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All The Pretty Things

One step into the new Timo & Violet store and you will be transported to the most magical nursey, curated by owners Erin Jensen and Ronit Weinberg. The boutique carries timeless and whimsical children’s goods, all thoughtfully designed and sustainably made. And the best part is that for each order a tree is planted. Now that’s our kind of business plan! timoandviolet.com »

1 Michelle Martin, Megan Gold, Jessica Schur, Erin Jensen, Ridhita Gupta 2 Leigh Fidler, Erin Jensen, Ronit Weinberg, Danielle Vreeland 3 Susan Gerla, Ronit Weinberg, Loralynn Katsikas, Andrew and Sydney Weinberg 4 Meredeth Shames, Hadley Allen, Elizabeth Bing, Erin Jensen, Jennette Brilliant, Lindsay Potter 5 Diane Roth, Erin Jensen, First Selectmen Fred Camillo, Ronit Weinberg, Marcia O’Kane 6 The chicest and coziest nest 7 Joshua Rothenberg, Fiona Hopkins

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LIFE

Strength of mind, body, and spirit are the cornerstones of a life well lived. As we prepare our boys for life in a fast-changing world, we’re especially dedicated to cultivating the whole boy, to building in every student the habits-of-mind that will nourish and fortify him for the rest of his life.

A Decade of Hope

The Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter recently hosted its very purple annual Celebrating Hope fundraiser at Greenwich Country Club. Event Chairs Brent and Courtney Montgomery, along with the committee put together a memorable evening. Ginge Cabrera, Dr. Chris van Dyck and Leonard Marshall were honored for their commitment to end Alzheimer’s. The event was created ten years ago and has grown into a wildly successful evening. alz.org. »

1 Cathy Dishner, Christine Paletta, Jenny Clark, Colleen Cohen

2 Alan and Shelley Brill, Lisa and Leonard Marshall, Susan and Greg Ryan 3 John Murphy, Jared Eglowsky, Dolph Habeck, Steve Murphy

4 Gary and Layla Lisiewski, Victoria and Frank Williams 5 Courtney

Montgomery, Sadie Caccimelio 6 Ron and Georgine Napurano, Brent and Courtney Montgomery, Ron and Donna Voges, Marcia

Montgomery 7 Geoff Day, Tony Calabrese 8 Eleni Hinkel, Susan

Amill 9 Joseph Esposito, Gray Foley, Dena and Greg Zarra 10 Susan

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15 Ali Gerber, Andrew Ogren 16 Melissa Boulan, Carrie Braddock 17 Jess Zackham, Erin Murphy, Lauren Weintraub, Ginny O’Donohue, Julie Day 18 Megan and Tom Torelli, Jim Cabrera 19 Emma Habeck, Courtney

Montgomery, Kim Haney 20 Erin Murphy, Emma Habeck, Courtney Montgomery, Jess

Zackham, Leigh Hansen 21 The dance floor

22 Scott Warner, Lara Spencer 23 Cheers to a fabulous night 24 Amanda Evans, Michael Bucheri 25 Rich and Jill Granoff »

Clarena McBeth, Nina Lindia, Lauren Stevens, Erin Glasebrook 13 Victoria Hanes, Merritt McConnell, Allison Ryan, Michelle Mathews 14 Jasmine Bekteshi, Jenn Rosenberg

Think Tank

The Greenwich Chamber of Commerce and White Plains Hospital recently hosted a “meeting of the minds,” inviting small business owners and those starting businesses to attend a seminar to help build relationships with the media, tell their story more effectively and elevate their social media presence. The Meet the Media panel included moderator Dawn French of White Plains Hospital along with panelists Cristin Marandino, Greenwich magazine; Peter Barhydte, Greenwich Sentinel;

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1 Marica O’Kane, president and chief executive officer of Greenwich Chamber of Commerce 2 Attendees 3 Guests listening to the small business experts 4 Peter Barhydte, Maggie Bridge, Georgette Gouveia 5 Dawn French, Cristin Marandino 6 Dawn French 7 Guests

True Blue

Under sunny skies, the crowds came out to support the second annual Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund Benefit Car Show. It was a car lover’s dream, with over seventy classic cars on display in the Greenwich Town Hall parking lot. Hundreds of attendees were blown away with lines of 1930 and 1940 Fords and Cadillacs parked side by side with classic street cars such as Mustangs, GTOs and Corvettes from the ’60s and ’70s. Carmen Moretti had six cars in the show, and his 1951 Ford “Bella Blue” won People’s Choice for the second time. Greenwich Chief of Police Jim Heavey presented the Chief’s Trophy to Mike Mason and his 1967 Chevy Corvette, and Best in Show went to retired GPD Lieutenant Jim Pucci and his 1960 Chevy Impala. The Scholarship Fund supports qualified, high-performing children of GPD officers in their undergraduate college pursuits. To donate to the scholarship fundn visit gpdscholarshipfund.org. »

1 A lineup of classic cars 2 Mike Mason, Eliza Cornelius, Chief James Heavey 3 Captain Jim Bonney 4 A blue beauty 5 Carmen Moretti, Jim Pucci 6 More major rides 7 Courtney Fischer with pup, Madison 8 Blaise Anello looking dapper 9 An all-American interior

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Dream Team

The Junior League of Greenwich recently held its annual dinner for members at Round Hill Club. Over 100 women attended, ranging from those who just completed their first year to some ladies who have given more than sixty years of service to the Junior League. The event celebrated the year’s accomplishments, such as programming for children like Positively Me! And Positively Digital, and community events, Touch a Truck and The Enchanted Forest. The evening culminated with the passing of the gavel from Jennifer Behette to incoming President Karen Hasterok, followed by music and dancing. jlgreenwich.org »

1 Patricia Burns, Laura Geffs

2 Alexandra DeBourcy, Stacy Higdon, Evelyn Wilson, Kelly Beyrer, Emma Deehan 3 Patricia Burns, Priscilla Meyer, Lolly Prince, Pat Geismar, Elizabeth Parker, Leah Marmom

4 Erin Chang, Jennifer Behette, Patricia Burns, Michele Horgan, Debra Miron, Leah Marmon, Karen Richard, Joan Stewart Pratt 5 Jennifer Pratt, Melinda Mehfar 6 Greenwich Junior League board members 7 Pam Speer, Karen Royce 8 Melinda Mehfar, Stacy Higdon, Jennifer Caplan, Jennifer Behette, Stephanie Kocur 9 Sarah Davis, Emily Sternberg, Eva-Stina Pehrson, Alessandra Messineo Long

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Glam Squad

This was not your average barn party. A handful of lucky local gals were invited to experience a masterclass in beauty led by renowned skincare founder Tata Harper in the gorgeous setting of GrayBarns. Guests learned about the importance of a consistent skincare routine and how to identify one’s skin type to select the most suitable products. Harper shared valuable tips on preventing and treating common skin concerns like dullness, hyperpigmentation and wrinkles, with an emphasis on the role of lifestyle in maintaining healthy skin—ensuring participants gained a holistic understanding of skincare practices. Harper empowered attendees to look and feel their best. tataharperskincare.com G

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Anna and Jacob met online in the fall of 2020 during the pandemic, but because Anna was spending time at her parents’ home in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, they “dated” via Zoom until April of 2021, when they had their first official date at Cos Cob Park. However, they knew each other so well—having Zoomed every day for months—that they were instantly inseparable.

One year later Anna and Jacob got engaged on the same bench in the same park where they had their first met up. A lovely watercolor painting of this special spot now hangs in their home.

Meghan Doyle, a family friend, officiated at the ceremony at Burning Tree Country Club, where the reception followed. A sweet highlight for guests was the dessert tent that offered a buffet of confections by Marcia Selden, a candy-bar buffet with colorful jars of candies curated by the groom and a charming gelato cart provided by Gelato & Cioccolato, a local Cos Cob shop.

The bride, daughter of David and Susan Sternberg of Greenwich, graduated from Greenwich High School, Smith College and Fordham Law School. Anna is a director at KPMG in New York.

The groom, son of Mark Goldsmith and LaDonna Steiner of Sedona, Arizona, graduated from Fairfield Ludlowe, Tulane Univeristy and Emory Law School. Jacob is an attorney for Brenner, Saltzman & Wallman in New Haven. The newlyweds honeymooned in Bermuda before returning home to Stamford. G

ANNA LAUREN STERNBERG & JACOB P. GOLDSMITH

1 Mark Goldsmith and LaDonna Steiner, Jacob, Anna, Susan and David Sternberg 2 Greenwich High School graduates: (front row) Bailey Moran, Anna, Allison Falzone, (back row) Johanna Hillsberg, Kayla Yandoli, Ashlynn Moran, Kelsey Hood 3 Anna and Jacob with their fur baby, Rocco 4 The heavenly dessert room 5 Hannah Ellis, Joseph Sternberg 6 Cheers to a wonderful life! 7 The getaway car

GET LIFTED FILM CO. FOUNDERS

THE HONOREES AT THIS YEAR’S ARE ELEVATING UNDERREPRESENTED VOICES ACROSS FILM, TELEVISION, THEATER AND PUBLISHING WITH PASSION, INTEGRITY AND, ABOVE ALL, LOVE.

WE DIALED BACK THE DECADES WITH THE POWERHOUSE TRIO AND GOT A TASTE OF THE SECRET SAUCE THAT FUELS THEIR UPLIFTING UNION

IT WAS THE DAY AFTER CHRISTMAS IN 2005, AND TY STIKLORIUS WAS GOING DOWN.

Cruising at 26,000 feet over snow-capped Mt. Rainier, a freak hole burst open on the fuselage of the plane she was on from Seattle to L.A. Wind shot through the cabin. Oxygen masks dropped from the ceiling. The scene was chaos, with passengers saying frantic last goodbyes to loved ones. As her spirit plunged along with the altitude, Ty did an inventory of her twenty-nine-year-old life. One thought emerged, and it made her more angry than scared: I haven’t done anything yet.

“As a first-gen kid from an immigrant father who came through Ellis Island, I took the safe route,” Ty tells me during a group Zoom with her Get Lifted partners, Mike Jackson and John Legend. Working for the CFO of a large media company in Los Angeles, it had been years of PowerPoint slides and spreadsheets. By all accounts, she’d made good on the Wharton MBA her father had desperately wanted for her, the fancy piece of paper that made it easier to be taken seriously as a young woman in corporate America. But creatively, she was dead inside. And to die knowing you’re already dead? It couldn’t end like this. “As the plane was going down, it was very clear to me that I was not living my purpose,” Ty says. “I made a deal with God and with my deceased grandmother Thaïsa, whom I was named after, that if we landed, I would quit my job and I would go do something more meaningful.”

Minutes later—maybe lifetimes—the aircraft’s wheels grabbed ground in an emergency landing. Ty’s teeth and hands and gut unclenched. She blinked at the ambulances and fire trucks waiting on the runway. She exhaled. She was going to be OK. And she needed to make good on her promise. “Within a week, I quit my job,” she says. It was the right move, but the ambiguity of what came next covered her in a thick haze. “I was depressed. I spent three to six months on the couch, watching the world pass me by, wondering ‘Where do I fit in?’” Ty remembers. It triggered deeper questions: What was missing? When was the last time she’d felt fulfilled?

Suddenly, she knew what she had to do. Call her friend John.

LEGEND IN THE MAKING

Before John Legend was John Legend, he was John Stephens from Springfield, Ohio, a church-going, piano-playing child prodigy with diamond-chiseled dimples and a voice Fed-Ex'ed from heaven. Homeschooled by his mom, John skipped two grades, entering high school at age twelve, and graduated class salutatorian. By the mid-nineties, John landed in Ty’s orbit at the University of Pennsylvania. Two classes apart—he was ’99; she was ’97—they bonded as officers of Counterparts, the school’s oldest co-ed jazz and blues a capella choir. “All the officers were also members,” John says. “We all sang together, we traveled together. We all became very close friends. I’m still in touch with a lot of the other alums from the group. It becomes a big part of our college experience and social life.”

Counterparts also laid track for John and Ty’s future. “When I look back,” says Ty, “that was the beginning of our kind of professional relationship. Even though we were friends, we had responsibilities outside of just our friendship. We snapped our fingers and sang for our supper. We had a P&L. We had gigs that would pay. And as the president, I had to kind of negotiate to get the money in, keep us all going, and John was the music director, so he really set the sound and the songs that we would pick.”

Music director was a role John knew well, since

“INVESTING IN THE ARTS IS CRITICAL TO THE FUTURE OF THIS COUNTRY. THE FUTURE OF HUMANITY. AND WE KNOW HOW IMPORTANT IT WAS FOR US. AND WE BELIEVE IT’S GOING TO BE IMPORTANT FOR THE YOUTH OF TODAY AND FOR THEM TO BE GREAT FUTURE LEADERS, FUTURE ARTISTS, FUTURE BUSINESSPEOPLE, WHATEVER THEY’RE GOING TO DO IN THEIR LIVES, WE THINK IT’S IMPORTANT TO INVEST IN THAT NOW.”

—JOHN LEGEND

he also led a gospel choir off-campus in Scranton. A fellow choir member was a former classmate of Ms. Lauryn Hill, frontwoman of The Fugees, and arranged for John to audition for Lauryn at her studio in New Jersey. He wowed her with Stevie Wonder’s “Love’s In Need of Love Today,” and on the spot, she asked the college junior to play piano on track thirteen of her 1998 solo debut album, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. The song was “Everything Is Everything,” and it was everything. “People started calling me Track Thirteen at school because I bragged about it so much,” John says, smiling. And with good reason: Hill won a historic five Grammys for Miseducation. Her success was palpable, a prophecy.

Still, there were unknowns and future rent to pay, and John accepted a job as a management consultant for Boston Consulting Group after graduating in 1999. But not before Ty made a life-altering intro between John and her childhood friend, Mike Jackson. Native Philadelphians, Ty and Mike met at Friends Central, a Quaker K-12 school just west of Philly, where kids called teachers by their first names and were graded on their level of concern for the community. The two grew up with shared values and a love of music (Ty sang in a band; Mike promoted local talent), building a bond that transcended college. Now a Penn State grad with his own music promotion company, Mike could take things to the next level; Ty was sure of it.

“The setup was basically like, ‘My friend Johnny Stephens just graduated from Penn three days ago, and he’s a musical

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genius, and you need to find him gigs in Philly,’” Mike remembers, chuckling. “I was like, ‘Yeah, I’ll meet him. Whatever.’” Mike agreed to listen to John play some Stevie Wonder songs at Twenty Manning in Rittenhouse Square and brought a date. “But then he showed up, and he was like, he was John,” says Mike. “You know what I mean? His talent was undeniable. I called up my partner the next day and said we were opening a management division and I found our first client. His name is John Stephens. He’s going to be a star.” Needless to say, Mike and John outlasted Mike and his date. “That year I was his manager was the building blocks of us becoming friends,” Mike says. “Not collaborators but friends,” he emphasizes, “and we’ve built off of that every year since.”

For the fast friends, that post-college era kicked off a heady mix of work and play. By day, John was consulting at BCG, and whenever he’d visit his client in Delaware, he’d take night gigs in Philly. “A lot of the kind of most exciting time of what we call Neo Soul music was happening around that time with Jill Scott and The Roots and Erykah Badú and D’Angelo coming to town,” John says, “everybody working with The Roots and some of the adjacent musicians around them. It was quite a cool and interesting time to be in Philadelphia. And I would play at some of those same clubs where they were having open mics, like The Five Spot. Jackson would book me at those places with his partner. They helped me get my first record deal offer from a Philly label at the time. All of that kind of builds on top of each other. And more and more people start to get to know who you are.”

One of those people was Kanye West, whom John met in 2001 through his college roommate after moving to New York a year prior. The two began collaborating, trading beats and

HOW DO WE ENGAGE IN A LOT OF THE ISSUES THAT WERE HAPPENING IN OUR TIME? EVEN BACK THEN, JOHN WAS VERY CLEAR THAT HE WANTED TO MAKE AN IMPACT IN A POSITIVE WAY,” TY SAYS, LOOKING AT JOHN. “DO YOU REMEMBER?” SHE ASKS. HE NODS. “I’D HAD BIG SUCCESS AS A NEW ARTIST,” HE SAYS, “BUT I KNEW THERE WAS A LOT MORE THAT I STILL WANTED TO DO.”

hooks while cutting their own demos. Things accelerated. Stephens became Legend. He left consulting. He signed to Kanye’s G.O.O.D. Music label. More doors opened, singing backup on Alicia Keys’ “Know My Name,” Jay Z’s “Encore,” and writing with Will.i.am. Along the way, he signed with a big-time manager who managed Wyclef and the Black Eyed Peas, culminating in a major deal with Columbia Records and his 2004 debut album, Get Lifted, which John released on his twenty-sixth birthday.

“It all kind of built a story,” John says. “I made more music, worked with more and more high-powered producers and collaborators and then eventually was able to get a record deal because of all that.” Get Lifted won him Best New Artist honors at the 2005 BET awards, where he performed a flawless “Ordinary People–My Cherie Amour” medley with mentor Stevie Wonder, who was now singing John’s lyrics. Three Grammys followed in 2006 in the R&B categories Ms. Lauryn Hill had won seven years earlier. It had all come full circle.

CALL TO ACTION

Despite Legend’s rapid ascent, when Ty dialed her old friend in 2006 from her couch in an existential panic, John Stephens was still on the line. And he listened. After all, he’d been the one to discourage her from taking the boring business school route in the first place. The more they talked, the more they wondered: Could there be synergy between the recording artist and the dynamic, empathic, grassroots innovator? Counterparts 2.0?

and moved to New York’s Meatpacking District, where the two formed JL Ventures in 2006, focusing on brand strategy, business development, tech and programs that aligned with John’s message of positivity and social impact, like his 2007 Show Me campaign, created to end the cycle of poverty by giving every child access to a quality education. John had since parted ways with his manager, so Ty found him a new management company and joined it herself so she could work her way up to the executive ranks and manage John.

“I was very cautious, because he was my dear friend,” Ty explains, “not to put him in a situation where I didn’t feel like he was getting the best that he could have. And every time I left a firm because it wasn’t working out for me, I felt like, ‘John, you can stay with the firm, or you can come with me. It’s your choice.’ And every time he said, ‘I’m going with you.’ I felt really grateful that he trusted me and empowered me, and that we got to do this together this whole time. There’s a lot of changes in an artist’s arc of their career, but John and I had this relationship before all of that and a level of trust, and then we built businesses around it. It wasn’t just like, ‘Hey, I’ll be your music manager.’ It was like, ‘Okay, how do we think through the entire growth of all of your brand, and do it globally? Like, how do we grow it?’”

Part of the answer came in a phone call from Mike in 2012, who’d been working in TV and film at production companies in Philadelphia and L.A. “The more my career started to grow, and the more Jackson was learning in the TV and film world, the more he believed that we could create something,” John says. “And use all of our connections. Use my success in the music business. Use our fellow interest in great storytelling as English majors, use all of that. To be tastemakers in film and TV and then eventually theater and publishing as well.”

were all former consultants. And we were like, yeah, if we

“He said, ‘You know, I want to think this through a little bit more. Why don’t you come to New York,’” Ty recalls. “And we got a few friends together—some friends of his who had been at BCG—and we white-boarded for like two days of just really thinking through what we could do with John’s career, if it really, really took off. We were ambitious. We were all former consultants. And we were like, yeah, if we could map this out and really manifest it, what would it look like? How do we change the world? How do we end extreme poverty? How do we engage in a lot of the issues that were happening in our time? Even back then, John was very clear that he wanted to make an impact in a positive way,” Ty says, looking at John. “Do you remember?” she asks. He nods. “I’d had big success as a new artist,” he says, “but I knew there was a lot more that I still wanted to do.”

Mike breaks it down: “It was right when the market crashed in 2012. I started working at another company. And someone at that point said, ‘you know, the way you make it in this business is you write the check, you’re born into it, or you’re the one with the talent.’ And I was like, damn it,” he says with a laugh. “But what I did know was I had a lot of friends with a lot of talent, a lot of actor friends that were doing really well. And then my friend John Legend. And he was one who I was closest with, who I felt most connected to and aligned with. And I remember I called him from my backyard. And I was like, ‘I have this crazy idea, but I want to launch this company, and I want to do it under your brand and build something that we’ll be proud of, because tomorrow, you’re going to be a much bigger deal than you are today. And you already are a pretty big deal.’”

With her entrepreneurial cylinders firing, Ty packed up

With her entrepreneurial cylinders firing, Ty packed up

And just like that, Get Lifted Film Co. was born. »

3…2…1… LIFTOFF

The mission of Get Lifted, in essence, is to amplify voices of color across film, television, theater and publishing in an intentional, equitable, impactful way. “I grew up in a house with Jet magazine and Ebony magazine and television shows like 60 Minutes, so Black excellence was always something that was preached,” Mike says. “But I never saw that content really translated onscreen. Very often I saw archetypes of people that look like me that didn’t fit the messaging that I was getting in my own home and the people that I saw in my own life. I’d look at 60 Minutes and I see Ed Bradley, who’s a Philadelphian and a family friend. But I never saw that type of character on television. And then knowing people like that, knowing John, knowing who he is and how he navigates the world, it felt very important to me and to us to highlight those types of experiences, and people that look like us who live differently than what’s been projected onscreen.”

Ty adds that Get Lifted wants to change the narrative not just from the inside out, but from the ground up. “When you look at USC data about how few people of color are still at the forefront of storytelling and how few women are, on top of that, we have real intention about equity and inclusion, and how we think through what kinds of projects we want to do,” she explains. “We’re going to think about who we cast, who works on it, who’s behind the scenes, what jobs are given away.”

It’s the same m.o. she uses at her entertainment management and social impact company, Friends at Work, which manages John today. “We think about who’s going to produce the albums, which songwriters get in the room,” she says. “And John’s always committed to making sure we have women songwriters in the room, because the last data showed that only something like thirteen, fourteen percent of the top songs are written by women.”

As they set about acquiring content, Legend’s gamechanging performance of his multiplatinum hit “All of Me” at the Grammys in 2014, along with his Oscar in 2015 for “Glory,” the song he co-wrote and performed with Common for the movie Selma, further raised their profile.

“All of it helps every time you win at anything,” John says. “It makes people feel like you have the potential to win at other things, and they want to be in business with you. And then Jackson always took the elevation of our brand, the elevation of people’s awareness of me and my taste and

translated that into the actual work of production, which is taking meetings with different writers, taking meetings with different filmmakers. Coming up with ideas, developing projects together that will be outstanding enough and interesting enough to get made, get funding and be put out in the world.”

Still, Mike says, there were challenges. “A lot of celebrities launch production companies, and historically they don’t succeed. They’re considered vanity projects. Typically, the celebrity doesn’t want to commit their time to the process. Secondly, we’re a Black production company, essentially, to multicultural content. And the bar that Hollywood allowed us was far lower than the bar we wanted to play in. So those are two major hurdles that we had to overcome. We did it by being smart and staying true to our taste. We did it by having John front and center. And being very active, going to pitch meetings, giving notes, giving his thoughts and showing them that their perception of what a celebrity production company looks like is wrong. And then we were going to stick by the stories that we wanted to tell and the voices that we wanted to back.”

Two critically acclaimed projects that proved this out were the 2015 HBO documentary Southern Rites and a 2016 historical fiction television series called Underground. Both are set in Georgia roughly 150 years apart and explore race and power through a deeply human lens. Rites takes viewers to the small town of Mount Vernon one year after merging its racially segregated proms and documents the divisive aftermath of the murder of a young Black man. Underground follows a group of determined slaves in Antebellum Georgia who make the dangerous journey 600 miles north via the Underground Railroad.

“Those two projects were like a really solid one-twopunch for us, which ultimately led to us being producers on La La Land as well,” says Mike. “It opened us up to a whole audience that wasn’t really looking for us. But once they started looking and they saw the Southern Rites credit, they saw the Underground credit married with this big La La Land thing, they really started looking at us as, like, ‘Oh, these guys are for real. They have great taste, and they connect on the highest level.’”

Not all of their ideas got an automatic thumbs up, however. “There were moments where some of the agents were like, ‘We don’t recommend that you play the Black Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar, or that you do that project,’” Ty says. “And I remember the three of us had this call. And we were like, ‘We should do this. This could be really fun. And it’s a musical moment.’ But again, if you had a traditional manager relationship, there would have been a clash. And instead, we were

all like, ‘I think we should do this one.’ And that led to not just an Emmy, but one of the more extraordinary experiences, I think, of our career. A lot of time and effort. John had to go to a million rehearsals and be hung on the cross over and over again, right around Easter,” she says. Mike is shaking his head. “Always very nervous,” he laughs, recalling the experience.

But no risk, no reward, right? Because in the end, Get Lifted obeys gut-checks, not group-think, and the credo has served them well. Among other lauded projects, their collective intuition led to a revival of Jitney on Broadway, which won a Tony. It cooked up Netflix’s first rap competition show, Rhythm + Flow, which launched the Grammynominated career of first-season winner D Smoke, and is now expanding to France and Italy. It brought to life the 2020 film Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Story, which puts a smart, vibrant Black girl at the center of a holiday tale. It opened the public’s ears to Loudmouth, a provocative documentary on Reverend Al Sharpton, and nurtured HBO’s 1000% Me: Growing Up Mixed, a sensitively told documentary on mixed race children in America. It also birthed their first publishing deal, a novel called Rosewater, the story of a queer protagonist of color trying to find her place as a young woman in her twenties in the workforce, in her community, in her creativity. “It’s such a beautiful, amazing, sexy, fun story that isn’t just focused on trauma,” says Ty. “We’re very conscious of not wanting to just do the trauma porn storytelling over and over.”

Mike is nodding. “I’m a Black man living in America, OK?” he says. “And like most people that look like me, we’re just trying to find happiness in our lives. And find

balance in our lives. Sure, we can highlight our traumas. We’ve done that tenfold in the content, but I just think it’s important to highlight our stories and highlight Black legacy in a way that is aspirational and positive and joyous. Those are narratives that our audiences want to hear.”

LEADING WITH LOVE

Out this October is Get Lifted’s second offering from its literary arm, Black Love Letters, a coffee-table-worthy collection of poems and illustrations, with a foreword penned by John. Film and theater projects are also percolating. “Phantom is a big one in the film space,” Mike says excitedly. “It’s a reimagination of Phantom of the Opera through the perspective of a young Black girl in New Orleans. And we’re really close to getting that green light. And we have some plays we’re really excited about, Imitation of Life and Basquiat, with John doing the music.” »

Another full-steam-ahead project that marries moviemaking and social impact is an upcoming HBO documentary on HillFreedman World Academy, a public high school in Philadelphia serving over 95 percent students of color with a variety of backgrounds, talents and needs. In 2016, the Academy created its own record label, Hill-Freedman Records, which has produced and published six student-led albums, thanks in large part to independent funding. Their fourth album features a powerful anthem called “Things That Matter,” written and performed by then-freshman Jehmir Nixon, whose chorus highlights the words of the late Dr. Martin Luther King: “Our lives begin to end the day that we become silent about things that matter.” Watching the music video, it’s hard not to get chills.

“Obviously, music is in our DNA,” Mike says. “I was like, ‘Oh, my God, it’s Philly. It’s music. It’s incredible. Let’s get involved on the producer side.’ Once we committed to the documentary, I had the opportunity to go to Philadelphia and sit with the kids and meet them and see the facility and hear them perform. And it was at that point that I also learned that they were losing their funding.” Mike being Mike, he got to work, combing his network and beyond, promising he was going to get Hill-Freedman money so the program could continue to thrive.

Serendipitously, the Greenwich International Film Festival tapped Ty, Mike and John to receive its Changemaker Award and will donate $100,000 to Hill-Freedman World Academy via Get Lifted at the Changemaker Gala on November 9.

“We were privileged to receive the Changemaker Award, and now we have this found money,” says Mike. “But again, that doesn’t stop us from our pursuit to continue to raise more money. It’s about giving kids a voice, supporting music education, supporting artistry and giving kids a purpose, giving them something to believe in when they’re trying to figure things out.”

John heartily agrees. “I think about how important music education was for me, having teachers who supported my vision. Having teachers who encouraged me to write and be creative. Teachers who encouraged me to sing and participate in musical theater. Teachers who encouraged me to create my own music. Having peers who I was able to collaborate with. All of those things help us become the artists we are,” he says.

“Investing in the arts is critical to the future of this country. The future of humanity. And we know how important it was for us,” John continues, with a glint of optimism in his eyes. “And we believe it’s going to be important for the youth of today and for them to be great future leaders, future artists, future businesspeople, whatever they’re going to do in their lives, we think it’s important to invest in that now. And we

disinvest from those things at our own peril.”

It all ties back to Get Lifted’s core of supporting voices that need elevating. And the more it lifts up underrepresented talent, the more it will reach its own zenith. “We’ve gotten credibility in these verticals, and now it’s a matter of creating a multiplatform content studio,” says Mike. “Our goal is to eventually get to the place where we have such success in all these verticals that we’re going to be able to go out and raise some financing and then start to put our money behind the content that we believe in and the voices that we believe in, while also owning this content as well, and then providing the partnerships that we create with these voices to take ownership pieces as well.”

“We really want to build something with Get Lifted that is sustainable, that watches out for everybody,” Ty adds. “And that comes from John, because if you know anything about him, John leads with love in every element of his business and life. I remember when we met with our lawyers when we started the company, and they were like, ‘Listen, we’ve seen many of these situations fall apart because this person wants the credit or that person.’ And there’s something… I don’t know,” Ty pauses. “There’s something about people from Philly. And there’s something about going all the way back. We’ve always tried to stay grounded. That doesn’t mean we don’t have our hurdles. We’ve had our hurdles, as any people who love one another do.”

Mike says it simply: “We’re siblings, we’re brothers and sister. I was there in the room after Ty’s daughter Katell was born. John and I were in Ty’s wedding. I was a groomsman in John’s wedding. We’re a part of each other’s lives in ways that only friends can be. Has nothing to do with work. We love each other’s kids. We’re getting old together. I’m an old dad with really young babies, and they’ve given me sanity through all the craziness. And no matter how deep or dark we can get, potentially, we always know we’re going to come back to the light…” Mike trails off, and Ty finishes, “no matter how much the plane is going to crash. We’ve survived, and really mostly I think we’re having a good time. It’s not heart surgery. We’re telling stories. We’re playing music.”

But in many ways, it is heart surgery…isn’t it?

“Ooh, right,” Ty says, grinning. “You’re right. You crack open someone’s heart, and then they actually want to make a difference in the world.” It brings to mind the lyrics of Jehmir’s MLK-inspired song, “Things that Matter”:

If I don’t speak up, who else is gonna do it?

If I don’t speak out, who else is gonna do it?

You can complain or you can make improvements

You can sit down or stand up and start a movement

Three old friends from Philly couldn’t have said it—or dreamed it—any better.

KING SCHOOL

Ana López del Punta 12th Grade SACRED HEART GREENWICH

Ben Mathias 12th Grade RYE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

Murphy Watner 11th Grade GREENWICH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

Sasha Forman 12th Grade GREENWICH HIGH SCHOOL

Chad Ruggiero 11th Grade ST. LUKE’S SCHOOL

Holden Fraser 12th Grade BRUNSWICK SCHOOL

Ava Sollenne 12th Grade ST. LUKE’S SCHOOL

Ellie Burdick 12th Grade GREENWICH ACADEMY

Reagan Sernick 11th Grade GREENWICH HIGH SCHOOL

very September for more than a decade, greenwich magazine has had the pleasure of showcasing ten of our town’s most impressive teens. And every September we say the same thing: This year’s crop is extraordinary. Six have graduated from high school and have embarked on their freshman years at some of the country’s top colleges and universities. The rest are poised to graduate within the next two years. While it’s a given that each teen has a strong academic record, and many are accomplished athletes, this year’s group stands out for another reason: Though their high school careers were greatly impacted by a global pandemic, they used their experiences with limited classroom time, shortened sport seasons and hybrid learning to make a difference in their communities. To highlight just a few: They helped our seniors wade through the complexities of technology, provided free tutoring to school kids who wouldn’t have been able to afford it otherwise, and gave children a chance to play outdoors and learn a new skill at the same time. Resilient, persistent, wise, funny, smart, ambitious and driven, these kids believe in themselves as agents of change. They are poised to do remarkable things. Once you meet them, we think you’ll see why.

lass valedictorian, basketball powerhouse, community volunteer—

Ava Sollenne is a force of nature. As captain of the St. Luke’s basketball team, the shooting guard led the Storm to its first NEPSAC Class B Girls Basketball championship in the winter of 2023 and its seventh consecutive Fairchester Athletic Association (FAA) championship, all while juggling a demanding academic course load.

The Quinnipiac University freshman remembers when she first developed her passion for basketball in fourth grade. “I was a super serious gymnast, and then I started playing basketball at the Boys and Girls Club. That was the moment I realized I could keep up with the boys. I gave up gymnastics, and I haven’t looked back.”

Ava played for the varsity team at Greenwich High School before transferring to St. Luke’s her sophomore year. (She transferred with her best friend, Mackenzie Nelson, a 2022 Teen to Watch.) Her time

at St. Luke’s got off to a difficult start when the season was cut short by Covid. The next year, the Storm just missed the NEPSAC championship, losing in overtime, “which riled us all up,” Ava recalls. “Senior year we knew it was our turn to win.”

Of all the awards and accolades she earned during her time at St. Luke’s—being named All-FAA first team, All NEPSAC, and NEPSGBCA All Star—one of the most meaningful was the Heart of the Storm award, which she received her sophomore year. “That season we only had seven games, and being a new student and dealing with Covid, it was definitely a challenge. I was proud of myself for being optimistic and giving my best effort in everything I did.”

That applies to her life off the court as well. Besides being named class valedictorian, Ava earned the FAA scholar athlete award—presented to a senior who plays two varsity sports, takes three advanced classes and is in the top 10 percent of her class.

“To be honored for both academics and athletics means a lot to me,” she adds. She also finds time for community service, including volunteering as a religious education teacher’s assistant at Sacred Heart Church in Byram and Building One Community, where she connected with housebound seniors during the Covid lockdown. “From an early age I’ve been super-driven to succeed,” she says. “I have my own priorities—academic, athletics, community service. If I know that something is my priority, I just make it work.” »

Losing my grandfather, Pop, in December of 2022. I’ve been close with Pop since I was born, and he was always the person I went to when I needed advice.

I’m extremely grateful for the time I shared with him and know that he is in a better place now.

I would tell her that everything happens for a reason and that there is a purpose behind everything. I would tell her to trust the process and keep working despite adversity.

Ms. Susan Doran. Although I was only taught by Ms. Doran for one semester during my senior year, in her America in Film class, she taught me so much both in and outside the classroom. Ms. Doran prompted me to open my eyes wider to all the possibilities of literature, and she also showed me that it is acceptable to struggle, and even to fail.

“The best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago. The second-best time is now.” — Chinese proverb

Agifted athlete and academic, Ben Mathias excels both on the field and off. A highly competitive squash player who is currently ranked twentyninth nationally for boys’ U19, Ben says it took him a few years to hit his stride. “I was very emotional when I was younger, which held me back. I trained hard during Covid when there wasn’t much else to do.” His national ranking jumped significantly as a result.

What draws him to the sport?

“I like how tactical squash is.

It’s like playing chess while sprinting,” he says. As the captain of Rye Country Day’s varsity squash team, Ben led the Wildcats to their best season ever, finishing fourteenth in the country in the Division 1 High School Nationals last year. He was also a starting center back on the varsity soccer team and was elected MVP his senior year.

“As someone dedicated to an individual sport, I have cherished the tight-knit community and strong bonds of playing with the soccer team along with the competition,” he says.

But it is through his community service work that the University of Pennsylvania freshman truly shines. Ben was in ninth grade when he began teaching reading comprehension and writing literacy to elementary school kids in Port Chester. It was a life-changing experience.

“I discovered I really enjoyed working with kids,” he recalls.

When Covid hit, he directed his energies to CitySquash, a nonprofit organization that provides access to squash

instruction and academic support to kids in the Bronx, ages eight to eighteen. Ben divided his time between coaching and tutoring. “I’ve been able to share my passion with bright kids who would otherwise not have access [to these services],” he says. “I enjoy seeing them love the sport and love playing.”

As part of his community service work, Ben led a program called the Netter High School Council, an affiliate of the Netter Center for Community Partnerships at UPenn, where he coordinated and taught academic and extracurricular programs at the Don Bosco Community Center.

For Ben, managing all his various commitments was sometimes a balancing act, albeit a fulfilling one. Among the highlights of his time at Rye Country Day was receiving the Don Bosco Youth Service award. “I do the stuff that makes me happy. That motives me,” he says. “And I try to emulate the role models I admire for younger people.” »

Going through high school with five different schedules in four years, a combination of remote, hybrid and in-person learning, and a large strain on maintaining social relationships made the pandemic a major obstacle I had to overcome.

Last year, Mr. Ted Heintz taught me in American Rhetoric and Sports Literature, two semester-long honors English seminar courses, and I couldn’t be more grateful for his impact as a teacher. Mr. Heintz always pushed me to work harder as a student and dig deeper into readings. His Rhetoric class was one of the most practical I’ve ever taken, teaching me many important lessons that have applications in all aspects of my life. Beyond that, he went out of his way to connect with me unlike any other teacher and embraced banter with classmates as an important component of learning, rather than dismissing it.

“Everybody has two lives. The second begins when they realize they only have one.”

—Confucius

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odest, self-effacing, driven and talented, Ellie Burdick is a born leader for whom sports have been a way of life as far back as she can remember. “I was always running around with kids in my neighborhood and my brothers. As I got older, I turned toward organized sports but I continued to stay active with my neighbors and practiced alongside my brothers in the yard. From there, my love for sports only grew.” She channeled that energy early on into lacrosse. While at Greenwich Academy, the tri-varsity captain (lacrosse, soccer and basketball) earned a letter of commitment to play lacrosse at Dartmouth College, where she is now a freshman. Among the many accolades and awards she earned during her time at GA was being named USA Lacrosse Northeast player

of the week for her outstanding efforts in a two-day tournament against two nationally ranked high school teams, in which the unranked Gators prevailed.

“Seeing all our hard work pay off was really special,” the midfielder says. Ellie was also named USA Lacrosse All-American and USA Lacrosse All-Academic and was selected to represent the North team in the New Balance All-America Senior Game, in which the top forty-four high school girls in the nation compete.

In addition to her busy athletic schedule, Ellie carried a demanding academic course load, served as a peer leader and was a representative on the student government’s athletic board for three years. She says the skills she learned playing three varsity sports had a huge influence in all areas of her life. “It’s helped me become a better student and a better friend. You learn a lot about perseverance, accountability and grit, and about working through problems being on a team and playing for something bigger than yourself.”

A High Honor Roll student, with an affinity for STEM, Ellie studied AP Biology and AP Environmental Science her junior year. As a senior, she participated in the Honors Research Seminar, where she explored the role of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. But the class that left the biggest impression was an Honors Civil Rights Seminar. “We went down south the spring of our junior year,” she recalls. “We went to Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee and learned about the Civil Rights Movement in a hands-on way.” As for how she spends her downtime? “Playing three varsity sports doesn’t leave much room for downtime,” she says. “But we typically have family dinner and watch Jeopardy. Spending time with my family is a great way to release energy and stress.” »

As a student-athlete, my greatest challenge has been perfecting the balance between all the demands. Academics have always been my top priority, yet I still want to pursue my athletic and community interests at the highest possible levels. At such a rigorous school, I found success by leaning on my family and connecting with my teachers as much as possible.

Put yourself out there and try your hardest in everything that you do. High school is the time to find your passions and to uncover the confidence from within yourself. As you take advantage of the numerous opportunities, always say thank you along the way and help lift up those around you as well.

I’m extremely fortunate to have had many incredible teachers at GA, and it’s hard to point to just one. However, when I look back on high school, Ms. Connie Blunden will always be one of the first people that comes to mind. As my Honors Civil Rights Seminar teacher, she taught me the importance of being reflective, viewing stories from all angles and confidently expressing my thoughts. She treats all students with genuine kindness and empathy.

“Get busy living or get busy dying.”—Stephen King

ctivist. Immigrant. Citizen. Journalist. Sacred Heart graduate Ana López del Punta knows first-hand what it’s like to leave your country behind, move to the U.S. and make a fresh start. “It’s not that we had a bad life in Argentina,” she says about her early years in Buenos Aires. “But my parents wanted us to have more opportunities—to be able to learn in a more meritocratic county. My mom and dad believe that education helps one become a more moral and successful person.”

That’s a belief Ana took to heart. She moved to Greenwich with her family when she was twelve, started at Sacred Heart as a seventh grader, and worked hard to be successful with a new language in a new country.

By the time she entered the Upper School, she was being recommended for honors class placements. In 2022, Ana was honored with the Frederick Douglas and Susan B. Antony Award, whose recipients are selected on the basis of their commitment to social issues, leadership and community action, as well as their grades in courses in the humanities and social sciences. Now a freshman at Northeastern University, the seventeen-year-old is looking forward to continuing her work in social justice and community activism.

Ana honed her reporting skills working for the school newspaper, the King Street Chronicle. She was named co-editor-in-chief last year, a role she relished. “I am a little bit shy, and journalism helped me develop my voice, and writing editorials helped me explore social issues about which I am passionate.” She is also co-head of Voices, a multi-lingual publication.

Outside of the classroom, Ana volunteered at the Don Bosco Community Center, helping children from low-income families. During a summer service trip with ARISE Adelante Club her junior year, Ana traveled to the Rio Grande valley, where she spent time working among immigrant children and families living on the border. “I wanted to try to educate myself on how the immigration process works in that area. So many children don’t have parents or they live very difficult lives, and the media portrays border communities in an unfair and negative light; and I wanted to think for myself about this situation.” The experience left a profound impression. “These people face so many obstacles in their daily lives, the conditions in which they live aren’t always fair,” she says. “And yet, they opened their hearts to us, they showed us their families, and that speaks to their character of perseverence and kind-heartedness.” »

Developing a balance between adapting to American culture while still maintaining Argentine traditions in my daily life. When I first moved to the United States, I erroneously believed that I could only be a part of American society or Argentine society; but, as the years progressed, I learned that I can integrate myself into the place in which I now live without losing my Argentine identity.

If I had the opportunity to converse with my freshmanyear self, I would tell her that, almost five years later, I have still not achieved the perfection —whatever that is—she seeks. I would suggest that, instead, “freshman Ana” works to form a more balanced life—academics, time spent with family, friends and by oneself is what leads to happiness.

In my time at Sacred Heart, I had the privilege of learning from Ms. Catherine Butler, the Upper School Learning Specialist, for all four years of high school. As an introverted and shy freshman who felt embarrassed because of my difficulty in writing and expressing myself in English, Mrs. Butler patiently sat with me for hours explaining the difference between independent and dependent clauses and how I could expand my vocabulary. Her help, however, extended significantly beyond academic matters. She taught me how to cultivate connection built on empathy and on a moral obligation to assist others.

Even though I do not consider myself wise enough to conceive a phrase by which people should live, I sometimes find myself reflecting on the concluding sentence of my Common Application essay: “Education, after all, should not be an individualistic endeavor, but a pathway to helping others.”

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had Ruggiero was six when he chipped in twice during a junior club competition at Burning Tree Country Club and realized, ‘Hey, maybe I’m good at this.’ Six years later, he shot under par at the Old Course in St. Andrews, one of the most challenging courses in the world.

“It was a pretty big moment for me,” he says. “I made a long birdie putt on the last hole to get it. That experience helped break the ice in my confidence.”

Now a senior at St. Luke’s School, Chad has qualified for and competed in the U.S. Kids World Championship twice. As a high schooler, he won the MGA New York City championship in 2021. A year later he qualified as an Alternate for the U.S. Amateur at a qualifier in Massachusetts.That was when he shot his lowest tournament

round to date (five under for a sixty-seven), but his personal best was last summer when he shot seven under par (sixty-five) at his home course of Burning Tree, tying the course amateur record. “The funny thing is the day before, I missed a cut for a tournament, and the next day I shot my best-ever round. Golf can be like that,” he says philosophically. “Full of ups and downs.” Chad is currently ranked ninth in Connecticut and second statewide for the class of 2024.

In addition to his demanding tournament schedule and

his place on the St. Luke’s varsity golf team, Chad excels academically. “Golf is similar to school,” he says. “It requires repetitive practice, discipline and focus to succeed. Both stress the importance of learning from mistakes, which are important for growth.” While he enjoys a range of subjects from history to English to writing and French, STEM is where he shines, particularly science and math. This year he will serve as captain of the Math Team.

“I love math because everything is quantifiable and can be applied to real-world situations.”

He still manages to find time to give back. He teaches golf to Greenwich Special Olympics athletes, which has given him “an opportunity to share my skills and help athletes learn to play,” he says. That in turn inspired him to volunteer at Coffee for Good. “I wanted to continue helping those with special needs and I’d never been part of a work environment. It was a lot of fun volunteering to help them and help myself in the process.” »

The pandemic. Every part of life changed. For example, enjoyable school classes turned into monotonous Zoom sessions, and my spring high school golf team season was canceled. I realized that anything, including one’s day-to-day life, can be impacted by unexpected events; so I made it my priority to trust that normalcy would re-emerge.

Persevere, no matter the situation. Failure is expected and warranted, and the best thing to do is to learn from it. Putting less effort into work, or even quitting, will simply guarantee more failure. Overall, I would say to embrace bad situations after they happen, because those are the best learning opportunities.

I believe all of my teachers have had a significant positive impact on me in some form or another. However, I think Mr. Charlie King, my seventh-grade history teacher from my old school, Greens Farms Academy, had the biggest, because he made the learning fun and engaging. For example, I remember the day we learned about WW1. The tables were propped on their side, while we laid on the floor to simulate the cold and terrifying trenches.

“It’s not whether you got knocked down; it’s whether you get back up.” —Vince Lombardi

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ow a freshman at NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Holden Fraser was in middle school when his theater teacher encouraged him to try out for the lead in the school’s production of Oliver. He didn’t get the part. “I was terrible, all nervous and shaking, too tall,

not blond enough,” he recalls. Instead, he played a street urchin, had “a phenomenal time” and realized he’d found his calling. Since then, the eighteenyear-old has portrayed a range of characters from the writer Anton Chekov to a cocky suitor in Enda Walsh’s Penelope to Davey in Newsies. Despite growing up in a family of actors—his father is Brendan Fraser and his mother is Afton Fraser—Holden said it took a while to fully believe in his talent. “Until about two years ago, I wasn’t sure this was something I was confident in and could realistically pursue,” he says. “It’s been an external validation with huge support from teachers and friends and family, and now I feel it, too.”

During his time at Brunswick, Holden led by example. He was a top student whose coursework senior year included English XII: Theater on Both Sides of the Pond. “Before acting, I wanted to be a writer,” he says. He was the recipient of the Yale Alumni Award, which is presented to a student who exhibits exemplary character and involvement in extracurricular activities. As the co-president of Wickpride, he made it his mission to shine a

light on and support the school’s LGBTQ community. “It’s an issue that at Brunswick it doesn’t get as much exposure,” Holden says. Over the past two years, the club has done fundraising for the Trevor project and worked with the board of faculty on ways to make classrooms safer for the LGBTQ community.

“We’ve built up this really great foundation,” he says. “I’m fairly happy where I’ve left it.” He ›also served on the youth board of Abilis, an organization that means a lot to his family. “My older brother was diagnosed with severe autism and Tourette’s, and Abilis has been a great resource for us,” he says. “Any way we can give back to Abilis, we hop on it.”

For Holden, one of the most memorable moments of his high school career was this spring, following the final curtain of Newsies. “It was a really personal moment for that final curtain call. They do a little thank-you, and I was able to give flowers to the director, Mr. Potter, who I’d worked very closely with for the past six years. It was a sad and wonderful goodbye, and it was nice to be able share how much influence he’s had on me with the whole school community.” »

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In the fourth grade I was diagnosed with benign Rolandic epilepsy, which causes seizures going in and out of sleep. It was an immensely stressful and frightening experience at such a young age. While medication got them under control for some period of time, I was worried that the seizures would follow me for the rest of my life. Fortunately, after a clean diagnostic test when I was sixteen, I learned that I had outgrown the epilepsy and have been seizure-free ever since.

Don’t stress over the small stuff. Early on it was really easy to slip into this sort of fatalistic attitude, where I thought every mistake I made meant I wasn’t smart enough or talented enough. Every misstep felt like a sign to quit. Looking back, I’ve realized that every mistake has been vital in shaping me as a performer and a person.

Mr. Seth Potter. He has been directing me in Brunswick productions since I was in seventh grade, and his knowledge and encouragement has been invaluable to me. He is an endless wellspring of creativity and passion for theater and makes every person he works with share in that same joy for performance. I simply would not be where I am today without the incredible influence of Mr. Potter, and I cannot thank him enough.

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f there’s a way to give back to his community, Student Body President Murphy Watner finds it. As one of four service coordinators at the GCDS Centerfor Public Good, he enables students to complete service-based activities— from packing groceries for Neighbor to Neighbor to helping

coordinate events with Abilis. In this role, he and GCDS science teacher Austin Lehn, started Operation Snow Shovel in 2021, a not-for-profit program in which GCDS students and faculty travel to the houses and apartments of seniors and help shovel them out—free of charge.

Murphy is also a huge proponent of sustainability—an interest he developed freshman year. “I didn’t believe in climate change when I first arrived at GCDS,” he recalls. “I wanted to take economics, but it wasn’t available; so I had to settle for a class on sustainability.” That experience opened his eyes in a way he couldn’t have imagined. His teacher had pledged to live a carbon-neutral life (no air travel, for instance, washing his hands with coffee beans). “He told me what climate change was and from that day on, I look at everything differently.” Murphy has sworn off plastic water bottles and has devoted his time and energy into getting them off school grounds. “Seeing them is very upsetting,” he adds. “Plastic lasts forever. It rarely ends up in recycling.” He participates in the school’s hydroponic farm,

Freight Farm, which has the capacity to produce 1,000 heads of lettuce per week. Most of the lettuce that’s served in the dining halls is grown by the farm. Along with this, Murphy worked remotely with NASA’s citizen science program, where he worked on a project to grow plants under the conditions of the international space stations. A visit last year to the Fairchild Botanical Gardens in Coral Gable reinforced his interest in a career in environmental science. “Learning how to grow things without a ton of land and infrastructure was eye-opening,” he says. “It’s cool to get an idea of how this works. I believe this is the future.”

When he’s not focused on changing the world, Murphy plays varsity football and runs his business, 10dogs DJ, which he launched in September 2021. (The name comes from a chili dog eating contest at Joey B’s in Cos Cob in which Murphy consumed ten dogs in ten minutes.) Murphy and his co-workers have done parties throughout Fairfield and Westchester counties and as far away as the Jersey Shore and

A big challenge for me is managing time with a lot of responsibilities. I often have to plan events for school around events for 10dogs, while balancing my personal and academic responsibilities.

Besides some helpful investing advice, I would tell myself to not take everything so seriously and that everyone is just trying to enjoy life. Keep a smile on your face and be kind. Let whatever happens happen.

There have been many teachers who have had impacts on both my academic and personal lives. I think it would be extremely difficult to choose just one. I have been blessed to have incredible teachers.

I have two: Your body will do what your mind tells it to do. Your mind will be influenced by your body. These words have helped me shape my days and increase my productivity. I know that if I get up as soon as I hear the alarm, no matter how tired and sore I am, I’m prepared for a great day.

the Hamptons. “It’s taught me a lot about being professional,” he says. “I’ve learned about writing proposals, drafting contracts and invoicing. But it’s a lot of fun. The first gig was an engagement party on September 10. We went straight into the deep end after that and now regularly do everything from birthday parties to wedding receptions.” »

s a young girl with a learning difference,

Olivia Asnes turned a liability into a superpower. She was in second grade when she was diagnosed with dyslexia. “I went to the Windward School, and while there I learned a lot of tools that have helped me to succeed in the classroom.”

Indeed. A rising junior, Olivia has been twice named a King Scholar, was named to the King High Honor Roll, has been a two-time finalist in the STEAM Odyssey of the Mind competition and was named Outstanding Delegate at the Model UN Conference last year at Harvard—her second live conference since joining Model UN as a freshman. “The award is really important, but also the experience of meeting so many different people and working with them to solve a global issue was invaluable,” she says.

Olivia applies that same level of enthusiasm and collaborative spirit in all areas of her life.

As president of the Women in Business Club, she researches and presents branding and marketing strategies and recruits guest speakers. As the incoming co-president of the Feminst Club, she will advocate for equal rights for all. As an active participant in the Ambassador Club, she leads tours to prospective students.

As a Global Scholar, this past summer Olivia and a friend earned a fellowship to research to what extent and in what ways the global oppression of women is addressed—using examples from an FLDS community in Arizonia and Boko Haram in Nigeria. They will present their work to the school this spring.

Science is another passion. For last year’s Odyssey of the Mind competition, she and her team designed and built a lowimpact, motorized, self-driving vehicle that won first place in the state competition. Olivia traveled to Michigan to bring the team’s car to the World Final OM competition. But it’s her work with Stamford’s Project Music that brings the most joy. She tutors underprivileged children with their homework as they wait for their music lessons. “A lot of people don’t have access to better help,” she says. “I’m just there to help with the concepts, and that’s really important.” She recalls an afternoon when she was helping someone with their multiplication tables. “She didn’t know how to use the chart, so I showed her how to read it and understand the pattern. Eventually she caught on and was very excited about it, and that made me really happy.” »

In second grade I was diagnosed with dyslexia, a language-based learning difference. It took me years of hard work to learn basic skills and strategies in order to feel confident and become a strong student.

Let my interests guide me, as once you find something that you enjoy, it will open the doors to things you can’t even imagine.

My fifth-grade teacher

Mr. Robert Sinnott because he was passionate about teaching. He was always energetic and he joked a lot, which made class entertaining. He had an unusual motivational system to push students to work harder as well. Whenever a student performed well in class, he would invite them to pick a bobble head out of his huge collection and place it on their desk for the day. It was rewarding to be recognized in such a fun way, and it was really in his class that I began to enjoy the many successes of hard work.

“Where there’s a will, there is a way.” I have learned that if I really want something, I can put my mind toward it and take steps to achieve my goal.

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uthor, advocate, actor, entrepreneur—Sasha

Forman wore many hats during high school. Although she transferred from Scarsdale High to Greenwich her senior year, Sasha didn’t miss a beat, jumping in with both feet. “It was a really big shift, but I met really nice people right away.”

During the Covid lockdown, Sasha tapped into her entrepreneurial side and launched Hula-Hoop for Hope, offering “hooping” lessons to kids from K through fifth grade. The hourlong sessions met once or twice a week at local parks and outdoor rec areas.

“When school was remote in 2020, I would sit with my mom, who is an elementary school teacher, and watch her Zoom classes. Seeing her first-grade students isolated and cooped up at home made me think back to my childhood filled with so much joy. It inspired me to do something to give them back the magic of childhood.” In the process, the

aspiring actor and filmmaker drew on her experience and incorporated important life lessons into each class. “We would talk about what it means to be a citizen,” she says. “What it means to persevere and to keep trying to get better at something.”

Part of the proceeds of each class was donated to an organization of the children’s choice. For Sasha the classes were a way to give back to her community and make a difference in the process.

“There’s obviously so much going

on in this world, and the negativity can feel overwhelming. We need to try our best to be as positive as we can, bring joy to others and be inclusive.” Sasha and her mom collaborated on a book, The Hoop Troop, which was published last year. “The determination of my hoopers, as well as the fun and laughs, inspired me. It’s an early-grade chapter book about two kids learning hooping while learning the importance of believing in themselves.”

A stellar student—she earned excellence awards in Honors Civics, Ethics and Honors Marine Biology—Sasha’s first love is acting. She most recently played Sharpay Evans in the spring production of High School Musical. As a member of the New Kid tour, a musical by Random Farms Kids Theater, importance of connection was reinforced for Sasha. “For me the biggest part was the Q&A after every show. Kids asked questions, and we would hear how the show helped them feel a little less alone.” That started her advocacy journey. While at Scarsdale, she founded SAVE (Students Against Violence

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Having to start at a new school my senior year was definitely a challenge. Walking into a huge new building with nearly 3,000 students, all of whom were new to me, was not easy. However, it was also a gift, as I ended up meeting amazing new people, enjoying my classes; and though it wasn’t the senior year I expected, I had a great year.

You never know what lies ahead, so focus on being present and enjoying where you are in this moment. Stand up for what you believe in and make sure your voice is heard. In the face of adversity or judgment, continue to lead with love, curiosity and kindness.

My junior year English teacher at Scarsdale High, Mr. Wesley Phillipson. He unlocked something in me that transformed my writing and the way I think about—and engage with—different forms of media.

“For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone.” —Audrey

Hepburn

Everywhere) for Promise Club. At GHS she continued her advocacy work as a member of the No Place for Hate committee and was selected to lead Names Day, an anti-bullying initiative for the incoming freshman class. Now a freshman at the University of South Carolina, Sasha plans to study TV and film. “I like shows that make me think,” she says. Tops on her list are The Office and Orphan Black “I definitely see myself working in the film industry.” »

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n academic standout and a certified EMT, Reagan Sernick has led a life of service since he was four years old. That was when he and his twin sister were invited by a local education group to mentor a child with severe autism. “We would just go play with him. For me, it was a normal day

hanging with one of my friends.” Helping people comes naturally to Reagan—he is hardwired that way. “As the oldest of five siblings, helping others is definitely part of my daily life.”

When it comes to teaching, he is a natural as well. “I’ve been in advanced classes since elementary school. My siblings would need help with homework, and seeing them understand it as I’m helping is a really cool thing.” In January 2021, at the height of Covid and hybrid learning, Reagan launched his passion project—Greenwich Free Tutors—as a way to help students having a tough time with online learning. He offered thirty-minute one-on-one sessions to any town student in grades K-8 free of charge. “It helped me understand what I like to do and how I could help others who were struggling.”

Reagan embraces a courseload of AP and Honors classes, with a particular interest in math and science. Most recently he spent a week at West Point for its summer leadership experience, followed by a two-week trip to Hue, Vietnam, as part of the National Leadership Academies FutureDocs Abroad program. While there, he spent time at the country’s biggest university hospital, making patient rounds, observing surgeries, working in their laboratory and attending lectures.

Reagan’s interest in medicine grew out of his experience with Greenwich Emergency Medical Services, where he has been a volunteer since 2022 and most recently was named as a Crew Chief. He is also a member of the high school’s GEMS Explorer Post club and last spring became a Certified EMT. In thinking about the future, Reagan says he hopes to find a way to combine his interests including medicine, teaching and business. “I hope I get into a college that challenges me. I love helping people and problem solving, and that’s what emergency medicine is.”

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Getting acclimated to high school. Freshman year was hybrid learning. The workload was lowered. I wasn’t really prepared for the next year. It was a lot different. I didn’t fully understand what high school was like until mid-sophomore year.

I’d say don’t get used to t he easy work during freshman year and try hard during sophomore year even if you’re not interested in a class—just do your best in class.

My freshman biology teacher, Ms. Sarah Meyers. I remember being so interested in the class, and she was so excited to teach, and it made me excited to learn. She was one of the teachers who helped me learn and find my love for learning.

Do your best, because that’s always what I’ve tried to do. I don’t try to compare myself to anyone else. I wasn’t interested in the highest grade. I wanted to learn and become an EMT.

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EDMUND REMONDINO

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

CRIMINAL DEFENSE

AUDREY FELSEN

Ko sky & Felsen LLC 1150 Bedford St, Stamford 203-327-1500 koffskyfelsen.com

EUGENE RICCIO Law O ces Of Eugene J. Riccio 2000 Post Rd, Fairfield 203-625-8180 eugenericciolaw.com

MARK SHERMAN The Law O ces Of Mark Sherman LLC 29 5th St, Stamford 203-358-4700 markshermanlaw.com

BRIAN SPEARS Spears Manning & Martini LLC

2425 Post Rd, Southport 203-292-9766 spearsmanning.com

LINDY URSO Lindy R. Urso Attorney At Law 810 Bedford St, Stamford 203-325-4487

C. CHRISTIAN YOUNG Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

EDUCATION

SARAH GLEASON Shipman & Goodwin LLP 300 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-324-8132 shipmangoodwin.com

KAREN JEFFERS Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2284 pullcom.com

STEPHEN SEDOR Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2137 pullcom.com

ELDER LAW

ANN FOWLER-CRUZ Cohen and Wolf PC 158 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury 203-749-5570 cohenandwolf.com

ENERGY OIL AND GAS

JAMES RICE Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7112 brodywilk.com

FAMILY LAW

LIVIA BARNDOLLAR Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport

203-330-2205 pullcom.com

JANET BATTEY

Ferro & Battey LLC 320 Post Rd, Darien 203-424-0482 ferrofamilylaw.com

JILL BICKS

Jill Bicks Family Law 500 Post Rd East, Westport 203-997-0251 bickslaw.com

JILL BLOMBERG

Schoonmaker George Blomberg Bryniczka & Welsh PC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-862-5000 sgbfamilylaw.com

ANNMARIE BRIONES Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

ERIC BRODER

Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

PETER BRYNICZKA

Schoonmaker George Blomberg Bryniczka & Welsh PC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-862-5000 sgbfamilylaw.com

THOMAS COLIN

Siegel Colin & Kaufman 1266 E Main St, Stamford 203-326-5145 siegelkaufman.com

JACQUELYN CONLON

Conlon & McGlynn 222 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-8686 conlonmcglynn.com

CHRISTOPHER DEMATTIE

Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

NICOLE DIGIOSE

Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

JAIME DURSHT

Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport

203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

WAYNE EFFRON

Wayne D. E ron PC 2 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich 203-622-1160 effronlaw.com

ANDREW ELIOT

The Family Law Firm

Healy Eliot + McCann PLLC 125 Elm St, New Canaan 203-652-8018 thefamlawfirm.com

SUE GEORGIADES

Law O ces Of Gary I. Cohen PC 1100 Summer St, Stamford 203-622-8787 giclaw.com

HOWARD GRABER

GraberRoberts LLC 350 Bedford St, Stamford 203-590-1070 graberroberts.com

DAVID GRIFFIN

Rutkin Oldham & Gri n LLC 5 Imperial Ave, Westport 203-428-4476 rutkinoldham.com

LAUREN HEALY

The Family Law Firm

Healy Eliot + McCann PLLC 125 Elm St, New Canaan 203-652-8018 thefamlawfirm.com

ERIC HIGGINS

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

JOCELYN HURWITZ

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4223 cohenandwolf.com

ROSS KAUFMAN

Siegel Colin & Kaufman 1266 E Main St, Stamford 203-326-5145 siegelkaufman.com

AMY MACNAMARA

The Law O ces Of Amy Calvo MacNamara LLC 2 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich 203-542-2896 acmfamilylaw.com

DARCY MCALISTER

Carta McAlister & Moore LLC 777 Post Rd, Darien 203-202-3120 cmm-law.com

LAUREN MCCANN

The Family Law Firm

Healy Eliot + McCann PLLC 125 Elm St, New Canaan 203-652-8018 thefamlawfirm.com

MICHAEL MEEHAN

MeehanLaw LLC 76 Lyon Terrace, Bridgeport 203-664-8059 meehanlaw.com

SARAH MURRAY

Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

EDWARD NUSBAUM

Law O ces of Edward Nusbaum PC 212 Post Rd West, Westport 203-226-8181 nusbaumfamilylaw.com

SARAH OLDHAM Rutkin Oldham & Gri n LLC 5 Imperial Ave, Westport 203-428-4476 rutkinoldham.com

CAROLE ORLAND Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

THOMAS PARRINO

Parrino|Shattuck PC 285 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-557-9755 parrinoshattuck.com

RACHEL PENCU

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

YAKOV PYETRANKER

Pyetranker PC 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-989-0031 pyetrankerpc.com

ARNOLD RUTKIN Rutkin Oldham & Gri n LLC 5 Imperial Ave, Westport 203-428-4476 rutkinoldham.com

THOMAS SHANLEY

Thomas M. Shanley PC 37 Arch St, Greenwich 203-542-9391 shanleylawfirm.com

TOP LAWYERS IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY

MARK SOBOSLAI

The Law O ces Of Mark R. Soboslai LLC 383 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-226-5759 marksoboslai.com

LOUISE TRUAX Reich and Truax 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-254-9877 reichandtruax.com

PAUL TUSCH Cacace Tusch & Santagata 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2000 lawcts.com

AIDAN WELSH Schoonmaker George Blomberg Bryniczka & Welsh PC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-862-5000 sgbfamilylaw.com

GOVERNMENT AND ADMINISTRATIVE

MICHAEL ANDREANA Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2235 pullcom.com

IRA BLOOM Berchem Moses PC 1221 Post Rd E, Westport 203-227-9545 berchemmoses.com

MARIO COPPOLA Berchem Moses PC 1221 Post Rd E, Westport 203-227-9545 berchemmoses.com

JOHN STAFSTROM, JR. Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2210 pullcom.com

STEVEN STAFSTROM, JR. Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2266 pullcom.com

HEALTH CARE LAW

COLLIN BARON Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2219 pullcom.com

STEPHEN COWHERD Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2280 pullcom.com

INSURANCE

JOHN CANNAVINO, JR.

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP

1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-549-6621 ryandelucalaw.com

EDWARD M C CREERY III

Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2216 pullcom.com

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

BRIAN COLISTRA

Fitzpatrick & Hunt Pagano Aubert LLP

One Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-580-4443 fitzhunt.com

PAUL GREELEY

Ohlandt Greeley Ruggiero & Perle LLP

One Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-327-4500 ogrp.com

EDWARD SCOFIELD

Zeldes Needle & Cooper PC

1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-332-5726 znclaw.com

GEZA ZIEGLER, JR.

Ziegler IP Law Group LLC

3135 Easton Tpke, Fairfield 203-659-0388 gziplaw.com

LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT

ROBERT BRODY

Brody and Associates LLC 120 Post Rd W, Westport 203-454-0560 brodyandassociates.com

MARK CARTA Carta McAlister & Moore LLC 777 Post Rd, Darien 203-202-3131 cmm-law.com

RICHARD CASTIGLIONI

Diserio Martin O'Connor & Castiglioni LLP 1 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-569-1109 diseriomartin.com

LEWIS CHIMES

Law O ce Of Lewis Chimes LLC 45 Franklin St, Stamford 203-324-7744 chimeslaw.com

DAVID COHEN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

STEVEN FREDERICK

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

GEORGE KASPER Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2119 pullcom.com

BIANCA LOGIURATO Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2237 pullcom.com

SCOTT LUCAS Lucas & Varga LLC 2425 Post Rd, Southport 203-227-8400 lucasvargalaw.com

KUROSH MARJANI Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

JONATHAN ORLEANS Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2129 pullcom.com

DANIEL SCHWARTZ Day Pitney LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-977-7536 daypitney.com

MARY-KATE SMITH Law O ce Of Lewis Chimes LLC 45 Franklin St, Stamford 203-324-7744 chimeslaw.com

DOUGLAS VARGA Lucas & Varga LLC 2425 Post Rd, Southport 203-227-8400 lucasvargalaw.com

PATRICIA WEITZMAN

Verrill Dana LLP 355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3116 verrill-law.com

DANIEL YOUNG

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

ZACHARY ZEID

Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2077 pullcom.com

LAND USE ENVIRONMENT

LEONARD BRAMAN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

PAMELA ELKOW

Corporate Law Partners

1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-470-3405 corporatelawpartners.com

LISA FEINBERG

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2677 carmodylaw.com

STEPHEN FINN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

JOHN HEAGNEY

Heagney Lennon & Slane LLP 31 East Elm St, Greenwich 203-661-8400 hls248.com

THOMAS HEAGNEY

Heagney Lennon & Slane LLP 31 East Elm St, Greenwich 203-661-8400 hls248.com

WILLIAM HENNESSEY, JR.

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-425-4200 carmodylaw.com

JACQUELINE KAUFMAN

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2665 carmodylaw.com

BRIAN MCCANN Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2127 pullcom.com

BARBARA MILLER

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7133 brodywilk.com

PATRICIA SULLIVAN

Cohen and Wolf PC

1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4124 cohenandwolf.com

AUSTIN WOLF

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE DEFENSE

REBECCA BRINDLEY

Stockman O'Connor Connors PLLC One Enterprise Drive, Shelton 203-220-6590 stockmanoconnor.com

JOHN COSTA Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5044 ryandelucalaw.com

DANIEL RYAN III Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5030 ryandelucalaw.com

ERIC STOCKMAN Stockman O'Connor Connors PLLC One Enterprise Drive, Shelton 203-220-6533 stockmanoconnor.com

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE PLAINTIFF

ADAM BLANK Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

NICOLE COATES

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

PETER DREYER

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

JIM HORWITZ Kosko Kosko & Bieder PC

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350 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport 203-583-8634 koskoff.com

JOAQUIN MADRY

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

SARAH RICCIARDI

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

CINDY ROBINSON

Robinson Mahoney PLLC 1210 Post Rd, Fairfield 203-692-2186 robinsonmahoney.com

RICHARD SILVER

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

ANGELO ZIOTAS

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

PERSONAL INJURY

BILL BLOSS Kosko Kosko & Bieder PC 350 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport 203-583-8634 koskoff.com

STEWART CASPER

Casper & DeToledo LLC 1458 Bedford St, Stamford 203-325-8600 casperdetoledo.com

WILLIAM DAVOREN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

KEVIN GRECO

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2666 carmodylaw.com

WILLIAM HENNESSEY

Law O ces of William J. Hennessey 49 Cannon St, Bridgeport 203-366-6115 bridgeportcaraccident lawyer.com

BRIAN KLUBERDANZ

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

DOUG MAHONEY

Robinson Mahoney PLLC 1210 Post Rd, Fairfield 203-692-2186 robinsonmahoney.com

NEAL MOSKOW Ury & Moskow LLC 883 Black Rock Tpke, Fairfield 888-529-4335 urymoskow.com

ALAN PICKEL

The Pickel Law Firm LLC 1700 Bedford St, Stamford 203-348-4100 pickellaw.com

BENJAMIN POMERANTZ Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2645 carmodylaw.com

PAUL SLAGER Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

ERNEST TEITELL Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

JEREMY VISHNO

Vishno Law Firm 183 Sherman St, Fairfield 203-256-2373 vishnolawfirm.com

PRODUCT LIABILITY

JORAM HIRSCH Adelman Hirsch & Connors LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-331-8888 ahctriallaw.com

PROFESSIONAL MALPRACTICE NON MEDICAL DEFENSE

DAVID ATKINS Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2103 pullcom.com

TOP LAWYERS IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY

STEPHEN CONOVER

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2668 carmodylaw.com

CHARLES DELUCA

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5000 ryandelucalaw.com

ROBERT LANEY

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5010 ryandelucalaw.com

MARCY STOVALL Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2104 pullcom.com

REAL ESTATE

MICHAEL BYRNE Day Pitney LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-977-7349 daypitney.com

MICHAEL CACACE Cacace Tusch & Santagata 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2000 lawcts.com

MICHAEL CECCORULLI Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 860-424-4394 pullcom.com

JOSEPH CESSARIO Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4259 cl-law.com

ADAM COHEN Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2230 pullcom.com

BRUCE COHEN

Fogarty Cohen Russo & Nemiro LLC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-661-1000 fcsn.com

JOSHUA COLE Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2217 pullcom.com

STEVEN ELBAUM Robinson and Cole 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-462-7526 rc.com

GEOFFREY FAY Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-674-7976 pullcom.com

REGINA FLAHERTY

Verrill Dana LLP 355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3109 verrill-law.com

JUSTIN GALLETTI Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7135 brodywilk.com

SUSAN GOLDMAN Gregory and Adams PC 190 Old Ridgefield Rd, Wilton 203-571-6303 gregoryandadams.com

STEVEN GRUSHKIN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

DONALD GUSTAFSON

Shipman & Goodwin LLP

300 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-324-8103 shipmangoodwin.com

MICHAEL HINTON Cummings & Lockwood LLC

6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4492 cl-law.com

ABRAHAM HOFFMANN

Abraham M. Ho mann Attorney At Law 4154 Madison Ave, Trumbull 203-373-1350 abrahamhoffmannlaw. com

JEREMY KAYE

Kaye and Hennessey LLC 71 Lewis St, Greenwich 203-625-5300 kayehenlaw.com

JOEL KAYE Law O ce Of Joel M. Kaye 165 W Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-622-4500 joelkaye.com

MARK KIRSCH Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4254 cohenandwolf.com

HOWARD KOMISAR

Berkowitz Trager and Trager LLC 8 Wright St, Westport 203-226-1001 bertralaw.com

KRISTEN MAZUR Mark Sank & Associates LLC 666 Glenbrook Rd, Stamford 203-967-1190 marksank.com

JONATHAN MILLS Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4100 cl-law.com

GLEN MOORE Carta McAlister & Moore LLC 777 Post Road, Darien 203-202-3110 cmm-law.com

MARY BETH RAPICE Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2133 pullcom.com

STEVEN SIEGELAUB

Berkowitz Trager and Trager LLC 8 Wright St, Westport 203-226-1001 bertralaw.com

TOM WARD, JR. Ivey Barnum & O'Mara LLC 170 Mason St, Greenwich 203-661-6000 ibolaw.com

SECURITIES LAW

ROBERT ADELMAN Adelman Hirsch & Connors LLP

1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-331-8888 ahctriallaw.com

RICHARD SLAVIN

Cohen and Wolf PC 320 Post Rd W, Westport 203-341-5310 cohenandwolf.com

TAX LAW

RICHARD DIMARCO Cohen and Wolf PC 320 Post Rd W, Westport 203-341-5301 cohenandwolf.com

BRETT DIXON Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5016 fdh.com

LESLIE GRODD FLB Law PLLC 315 Post Road West, Westport 203-635-2200 flb.law

WILLIAM KAMBAS

Withersworldwide

1700 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-974-0313 withersworldwide.com

DAVID LEHN

Withersworldwide 1700 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-302-4077 withersworldwide.com

D. MORRIS

Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2109 pullcom.com

PETER MOTT

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7136 brodywilk.com

STUART RATNER

Stuart B. Ratner PC 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-323-4900 ratnerlawfirm.com

TECHNOLOGY VIRTUAL

RUSSELL ANDERSON Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2271 pullcom.com

WILLS

JENNIFER BASCIANO

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7113 brodywilk.com

LAURA WEINTRAUB BECK

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6590 cl-law.com

DOUGLAS BROWN

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7119 brodywilk.com

ROB BUCKINGHAM, JR.

Blair & Potts

281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-327-2333 blairandpotts.com

DAVID BUSSOLOTTA

Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2223 pullcom.com

MICHAEL CLEAR Wiggin and Dana LLP

30 Milbank Avenue, Greenwich 203-363-7675 wiggin.com

LAUREN DAVIES Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2076 pullcom.com

B. DELANY

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6554 cl-law.com

ROBERT DEVELLIS

Blair & Potts 281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-327-2333 blairandpotts.com

ELIZABETH FALKOFF

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

6 Landmark Square, Stamford 203-351-4198 cl-law.com

DANIEL FITZGERALD

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6511 cl-law.com

JAMES FUNNELL, JR. Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7106 brodywilk.com

KATHERINE GENT

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6577 cl-law.com

STEVEN GEORGIADES

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6591 cl-law.com

JESSIE GILBERT

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6503 cl-law.com

GREGORY HAYES

Day Pitney LLP

263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-977-7365 daypitney.com

HELEN HEINTZ Wiggin and Dana LLP

281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-363-7607 wiggin.com

JEVERA HENNESSEY

Kaye and Hennessey LLC

71 Lewis St, Greenwich 203-625-5300 kayehenlaw.com

DAVID HERMENZE

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7105 brodywilk.com

LEONARD LEADER

Wiggin and Dana LLP 60 Church Lane, Westport 203-363-7602 wiggin.com

ALESSANDRA MESSINEO

LONG

The Law O ces of Alessandra Messineo Long 34 Field Rd, Riverside 203-249-3601 amlonglaw.com

EDWARD MARCANTONIO

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Road, Southport 203-319-7107 brodywilk.com

JOHN MUSICARO, JR. Cummings & Lockwood LLC

6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4343 cl-law.com

DOUGLAS OLIN Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6504 cl-law.com

JOSEPH PANKOWSKI, JR.

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

EDWARD RODENBACH

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6551 cl-law.com

RICHARD SARNER

Richard A. Sarner of Zeldes Needle & Cooper PC 201 Broad Street, Stamford 203-332-5761 sarnerlaw.com

SHARON SCHWEITZER

Verrill Dana LLP

355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3118 verrill-law.com

ALYSSA SHERRIFF

Brody Wilkinson PC

2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7157 brodywilk.com

GEORGE SMITH

Whitman Breed Abbott & Morgan LLC

9 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich 203-862-2352 whitmanbreed.com

GRETA SOLOMON

Cohen and Wolf PC

1115 Broad Street, Bridgeport 203-337-4114 cohenandwolf.com

JAMES STEWART

Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-254-5008 pullcom.com

LUKE TASHJIAN

Whitman Breed Abbott & Morgan LLC

500 W Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-862-2311 whitmanbreed.com

AMY TODISCO

Braunstein and Todisco PC 1 Eliot Place, Fairfield 203-254-1118 btlawfirm.com

HOWARD TUTHILL III

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4308 cl-law.com

DARREN WALLACE Day Pitney LLP

263 Tresser Boulevard, Stamford 203-862-7874 daypitney.com

AMY WILFERT Day Pitney LLP

24 Field Point Rd, Greenwich 203-862-7811 daypitney.com

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Welcome to athome magazine’s fourteenth annual A-List Awards.

In each issue, athome dedicates our pages to the work of our talented design community: everyone from rising stars to the sought-after pros. With our A-List Awards, we have the chance to gather everyone in one space for an evening of celebration. We celebrate the collaborative partnerships, the clever innovation, and the creativity; all abundant in the completed projects by this year’s entrants. Our esteemed panel of judges—which includes some fresh faces this year— had the very difficult task of choosing the finalists from a truly impressive pool of submissions, and we thank our judges for giving their time and expertise to this year’s competition.

The following is a listing of the 2023 A-List Awards finalists by category. Please note that this listing includes the entrant’s name and contact information for each finalist project. To view the full list of professionals credited for each project as well as a project photo, please visit athomealistawards.com to view our digital A-List Awards program. Each finalist “page” can be shared on social media, and the link to each page can be included on a website or forwarded via email.

We hope this year’s set of finalists, with their forward-thinking and imaginative projects, is just the inspiration you have been looking for to reimagine your own living spaces. The winner of each category will be revealed on September 12, 2023 at our networking gala and awards ceremony. We wish our finalists much luck, and we thank all who entered, as well as our judges and our generous sponsors, who have made this celebration possible.

Studio Seva @studio.seva

Stephanie Viesta Studio Seva Westport; 203-273-7627 studioseva.com

LIVING SPACE: Traditional/Classic Camden Grace Interiors @camden_grace_interiors

Jeanne Barber

Julia Zajac

Brigid O’Loughlin Corey Hunton

Ashley Earle Camden Grace Interiors Hartford; 617-721-6580, camden-grace.com

Green and Grain Style @greenandgrainstyle

Jenn Cutler Green and Grain Style Redding; 310-844-8181 greenandgrainstyle.com

Sage Design @sage_design_ct

Kathy Hodge Sage Design Fairfield; 203-553-9656

sagedesign.com

LIVING SPACE: Transitional/Modern

Christian Rae Studio @christianraestudio

Christian Rae Studio Fairfield; 203-292-3090

christianraestudio.com

KITCHEN DESIGN: Traditional/Classic

DEANE, Inc.

@kitchensbydeane

Veronica Campbell

DEANE, Inc.

Stamford; 203-327-7008 deaneinc.com

Haver & Skolnick Architects @haverskolnickarchitects

Charles Haver Stewart Skolnick Haver & Skolnick Architects

Roxbury; 860-354-1031 haverskolnickarchitects.com

Roan by Grace Rosenstein @atelierroan Grace Rosenstein, in collaboration with Studio Fitz Roan by Grace Rosenstein Westport; 630-776-7345 atelierroan.co

KITCHEN: Transitional/Modern DEANE, Inc.

@kitchensbydeane

Veronica Campbell

DEANE, Inc.

Stamford; 203-327-7008

deaneinc.com

Moss Design @moss_design_ct

Meghan De Maria Courtney Yanni Moss Design Southport; 917-292-6153 mossdesignct.com

Residential Design LLC @pat_miller_resdesign

Patricia M. Miller Residential Design LLC Weston; 203227-7333 pat-miller.com

Trillium Architects @trilliumarchitects

Elizabeth DiSalvo, AIA, Principal Megan Loucas, AIA, Project Manager

Trillium Architects Ridgefield; 203-438-4540

trilliumarchitects.com

ENTRYWAY

DB Design @dianabyrnedesign

Diana Byrne DB Design Rye, NY; 646-246-2617

dbdesigninc.com

foley&cox @foleyandcox

Michael Cox, Principal Zuni Madera, Vice President foley&cox New York; 212-529-5800 foleyandcox.com

Riverside Design @michelerudolph

Michele Rudolph, AIA

Riverside Design Pound Ridge; 914-764-1096 riverside-design.com

Mark P. Finlay Architects

@mpfarchitects

Mark P. Finlay, AIA Mark P. Finlay Architects Southport; 203254-2388 markfinlay.com

VanderHorn Architects and Henry & Co Design @vanderhornarchitects @henryandcodesign

Douglas VanderHorn, Architect VanderHorn Architects Greenwich; 203-622-7000 vanderhornarchitects.com

Stephanie Woodmansee Henry & Co Design New York, NY; 917-388-3436 henryandcodesign.com

MODERN ARCHITECTURE

Alisberg Parker Architects @alisbergparker

Ed Parker

Will Jameson

Shaun Gotterbarn

Alisberg Parker Architects Old Greenwich; 203637-8730 alisbergparker.com

Carol Kurth Architecture + Interiors @carolkurth Carol J.W. Kurth, FAIA John Rapetti, Associate AIA

Diana Wawrzaszek, AIA

Carol Kurth Architecture + Interiors Bedford; 914-234-2595 carolkurtharchitects.com

BATH DESIGN

Alexis Parent Interiors @alexisparentinteriors

Alexis Parent Alexis Parent Interiors

Fairfield; 203-451-5630

alexisparent.com

Prudence Home and Design LLC

@prudencehomeanddesign

Prudence Bailey, Principal Prudence Home and Design LLC New Canaan; 203-859-9499 prudencehomes.com

SKM Design LLC @skmdesignllc

Stacy Millman SKM Design LLC West Hartford; 917-887-4282 skmdesignllc.com

VanderHorn Architects and Henry & Co Design @vanderhornarchitects @henryandcodesign

Douglas VanderHorn, Architect

VanderHorn Architects Greenwich; 203-622-7000

vanderhornarchitects.com

Stephanie Woodmansee Henry & Co Design New York, NY; 917-388-3436

henryandcodesign.com

KID/TEEN BEDROOM

D2 Interieurs @d2interieurs

Denise Davies D2 Interieurs Weston; 646-326-7048

d2interieurs.com

TISCHLER WINDOWS AND DOORS. UNCOMMON. UNCOMPROMISING.

Tischler offers custom windows and doors in mahogany, thermally broken laser cut stainless steel and aluminum. All products are manufactured to withstand extreme weather conditions. The products are manufactured in Germany, Switzerland and Arizona to the highest standards available. Our products have been tested and meet or exceed Dade and Florida Building Code requirements for hurricane impact resistance against air and water infiltration.

Tischler offers custom windows and doors in mahogany, thermally broken laser cut stainless steel and aluminum. All products are manufactured to withstand extreme weather conditions. The products are manufactured in Germany, Switzerland and Arizona to the highest standards available. Our products have been tested and meet or exceed Dade and Florida Building Code requirements for hurricane impact resistance against air and water infiltration.

Tischler’s headquarters are in Stamford, Connecticut, from which all services are provided: Project management to the architectural community, installation to the construction community and service and maintenance for our customers.

Tischler’s headquarters are in Stamford, Connecticut, from which all services are provided: Project management to the architectural community, installation to the construction community and service and maintenance for our customers.

PRESENTING SPONSOR Hobbs, Inc.

York, NY Saddle River, NJ

Inc.

Canaan,

NJ

Canaan, CT |

GOLD SPONSOR Hobbs, Inc. A DDRESS: Hobbs, Inc: New Canaan, CT | New York, NY Saddle River, NJ | Bridgehampton, NY Hobbs Care: New Canaan, CT | Saddle River, NJ

Hobbs,

Bridgehampton, NY Hobbs Care:

PHONE: 203-966-0726

PHONE: 203-966-0726

WEBSITE: hobbsinc.com; hobbs-care.com

WEBSITE: hobbsinc.com; hobbs-care.com

WEBSITE: hobbsinc.com; hobbs-care.com

Hobbs, Inc. is an award-winning builder of distinctive homes in Connecticut, New York and New Jersey. Brothers Scott and Ian Hobbs are proud to honor the legacy of integrity, quality and client service instilled by their grandfather and founder, Theodore deFreyne Hobbs, over six decades ago.

Hobbs, Inc. is an award-winning builder of distinctive homes in Connecticut, New York and New Jersey. Brothers Scott and Ian Hobbs are proud to honor the legacy of integrity, quality and client service instilled by their grandfather and founder, Theodore

deFreyne Hobbs, over six decades ago.

Hobbs, Inc. is an award-winning builder of distinctive homes in Connecticut, New York and New Jersey. Brothers Scott and Ian Hobbs are proud to honor the legacy of integrity, quality and client service instilled by their grandfather and founder, Theodore deFreyne Hobbs, over six decades ago.

The company sustains strong, collaborative relationships with the most respected architects and designers in the construction industry. They employ experienced, dedicated professionals and talented craftsmen to plan and execute every step of the “Hobbs Approach” for each project. Whether renovating an apartment in New York City, constructing a waterfront home in the Hamptons or building a family retreat in Connecticut, each team is in constant communication to deliver a superior building experience from concept to completion and beyond. Hobbs Care, a division of Hobbs, Inc., is available to clients to provide comprehensive maintenance programs, renovations and continual home improvement services.

The company sustains strong, collaborative relationships with the most respected architects and designers in the construction industry. They employ experienced, dedicated professionals and talented craftsmen to plan and execute every step of the “Hobbs Approach” for each project. Whether renovating an apartment in New York City, constructing a waterfront home in the Hamptons or building a family retreat in Connecticut, each team is in constant communication to deliver a superior building experience from concept to completion and beyond. Hobbs Care, a division of Hobbs, Inc., is available to clients to provide comprehensive maintenance programs, renovations and continual home improvement services.

The company sustains strong, collaborative relationships with the most respected architects and designers in the construction industry. They employ experienced, dedicated professionals and talented craftsmen to plan and execute every step of the “Hobbs Approach” for each project. Whether renovating an apartment in New York City, constructing a waterfront home in the Hamptons or building a family retreat in Connecticut, each team is in constant communication to deliver a superior building experience from concept to completion and beyond. Hobbs Care, a division of Hobbs, Inc., is available to clients to provide comprehensive maintenance programs, renovations and continual home improvement services.

The company’s success is marked by their transparency, synergy and determination to adhere to the values and client services that make the company great.

The company’s success is marked by their transparency, synergy and determination to adhere to the values and client services that make the company great.

The company’s success is marked by their transparency, synergy and determination to adhere to the values and client services that make the company great.

WEBSITE: fairviewhearthside.com

The Leader in Sales and Installation of Fireplaces and Outdoor Hearth Products Serving Fairfield and Westchester Counties

For over 40 years, Fairview Hearthside is the Hudson Valley’s first name in hearth products. Please visit our newly renovated showroom at 68 Violet Avenue in Poughkeepsie, NY, offering the latest indoor and outdoor gas, wood burning and electric fireplaces, gas log sets, fire pits, and custom fireplace doors. We continue to serve builders, architects, and designers with the very best of the hearth industry and we install every product we sell.

For over 40 years, Fairview Hearthside is the Hudson Valley’s first name in hearth products. Please visit our newly renovated showroom at 68 Violet Avenue in Poughkeepsie, NY, offering the latest indoor and outdoor gas, wood burning and electric fireplaces, gas log sets, fire pits, and custom fireplace doors. We continue to serve builders, architects, and designers with the very best of the hearth industry and we install every product we sell. Each project we take on involves careful thought and planning and we pride ourselves on the ability to work with the customer in choosing the fireplace that best suits their style and needs. Fairview Hearthside offers many services to complete your project, from designing the look that you want to achieve through the follow-up maintenance of your hearth product for years to come. We maintain a staff of experienced, well-traveled and fully ensured technicians, as well as specialists in our Sales/ Design team and we are confident that your project will be handled with professionalism, thoroughness, cleanliness, and with safety in mind.

Our pledge is to deliver an extraordinary service while maintaining a high level of professionalism, integrity, foresight, and fairness. We are committed to growing Fairview Hearthside through complete customer satisfaction. Our sales team would be happy to visit your job site or home for a free estimate for your dream project! Please give us a call at (845) 4528444 or email us at info@fairviewhearthside.com and we will be happy to speak with you!

Each project we take on involves careful thought and planning and we pride ourselves on the ability to work with the customer in choosing the fireplace that best suits their style and needs. Fairview Hearthside offers many services to complete your project, from designing the look that you want to achieve through the follow-up maintenance of your hearth product for years to come. We maintain a staff of experienced, welltraveled and fully ensured technicians, as well as specialists in our Sales/ Design team and we are confident that your project will be handled with professionalism, thoroughness, cleanliness, and with safety in mind. Our pledge is to deliver an extraordinary service while maintaining a high level of professionalism, integrity, foresight, and fairness. We are committed to growing Fairview Hearthside through complete customer satisfaction. Our sales team would be happy to visit your job site or home for a free estimate for your dream project! Please give us a call at (845) 4528444 or email us at info@fairviewhearthside.com and we will be happy to speak with you!

Steve March Rob Rizzo

Cobble Court Interiors New Canaan; 203-972-7878

cobblecourt.com

D2 Interieurs @d2interieurs Denise Davies D2 Interieurs Weston; 646-326-7048

d2interieurs.com

HIR Architecture + Design @hirachitecture Hannah I. Robertson HIR Architecture + Design Norwalk; 917-575-3145

hirachitecture.com

Roan by Grace Rosenstein @atelierroan

Grace Rosenstein

Roan by Grace Rosenstein Westport; 630-776-7345

atelierroan.co

DINING ROOM

D2 Interieurs @d2interieurs

Denise Davies D2 Interieurs

Weston; 646-326-7048

d2interieurs.com

Merrin Jones Interiors @merrinjonesinteriors

Merrin Jones

Merrin Jones Interiors Westport; 203-253-0714

merrinjonesinteriors.com

Stephanie Rapp Interiors @stephanierapp.interiors

Stephanie Rapp Stephanie Rapp Interiors

Westport; 203-216-5835

stephanierappinteriors.com

PLAY SPACE: KID

Alisberg Parker Architects @alisbergparker Ed Parker Will Jameson Shaun Gotterbarn Alisberg Parker Architects Old Greenwich; 203637-8730 alisbergparker.com

Austin Patterson Disston Architecture and Design @apdarchitects

Stuart Disston Gabriella Albini Austin Patterson Disston Architecture and Design Fairfield County; 203-255-4031 Hamptons; 631-653-1481 apdarchitects.com

Smart Playrooms @smartplayrooms Karri Bowen-Poole Smart Playrooms Rye, NY; 914-260-3042 smartplayrooms.com

RENOVATION

Charles Hilton Architects with Cobble Court Interiors @charleshiltonarchitects @cobblecourtinteriors

Charles Hilton David Newcomb Daniel Pardy Nicholas Rotondi Charles Hilton Architects Greenwich; 203-489-3800 hiltonarchitects.com

foley&cox

@foleyandcox Michael Cox, Principal Zuni Madera, Vice President foley&cox New York; 212-529-5800 foleyandcox.com

Matthew Willinger, Lead Designer James Doyle Design Associates Greenwich; 203-869-2900 jdda.com

Roughan Interiors @roughaninteriors

Roughan Interiors Weston/NYC; 203-769-1150 roughaninteriors.com

PLAY SPACE: ADULT HIR Architecture + Design @hirachitecture Hannah I. Robertson HIR Architecture + Design Norwalk; 917-575-3145 hirachitecture.com

Laura Michaels Interior Design with Ornare Greenwich @athomewithlauramichaels design @ornareusa_official

Laura Michaels Laura Michaels Interior Design Stamford; 914-907-2927

lauramichaelsdesign.com

Mylene Del Nero Ornare Greenwich Greenwich; 475-897-1089 ornare.com Morgan Harrison Home @morganharrisonhome

Michelle Morgan Harrison Morgan Harrison Home New Canaan; 203-594-7875 morganharrisonhome.com

lulu HOME

@luluhome.alana @luluhome.cami

LANDSCAPE: Less Than 1 Acre

Carta Creatives @cartacreatives

Elana Tenenbaum Cline Carta Creatives Fairfield; 203-733-7729

carta-creatives.com

Glengate @glengatecompany

Nick Ackerman

Brandon Jones Glengate Wilton; 203-943-0107 glengatecompany.com

James Doyle Design Associates @jamesdoyledesign associates

Matthew Willinger, Lead Designer James Doyle Design Associates Greenwich; 203-869-2900 jdda.com

OFFICE/LIBRARY Burr Salvatore Architects @burrsalvatore Burr Salvatore Architects Darien; 203-655-0303 Burrsalvatore.com

Alana Irwin Cami Luppino lulu HOME Greenwich; 203-340-2161

luluhomedesign.com

Merrin Jones Interiors @merrinjonesinteriors

Merrin Jones

Merrin Jones Interiors Westport; 203-253-0714 merrinjonesinteriors.com

Thiel Architecture + Design @thieldesign

Nancy Thiel, Founding Principal

Julie Hanselmann Davies, Principal Thiel Architecture + Design Westport; 917-679-8070 thieldesign.com

LANDSCAPE: Greater Than 1 Acre

Conte & Conte, LLC @conteandconte Conte & Conte, LLC Greenwich; 203-918-1592 conteandconte.com

Devore Associates

@landscapesofdevore associates

Diane Devore Devore Associates Fairfield; 203-256-8950 devoreassoc.com

James Doyle Design Associates @jamesdoyledesign associates

Karl Chevrolet is a third-generation family business founded in 1927. Based in New Canaan, CT, Karl serves the automotive needs of consumers and businesses in the Fairfield and Westchester County markets with their hallmark personalized service. A top-rated dealer by independent sources like CarFax, Cars.com, and DealerRater, Karl’s reputation has continued to flourish in the age of digital sales. While local customers have access to outstanding sales and service experiences, shoppers from around the country have appreciated Karl Chevrolet’s no-hassle approach to business. From the beginning, Karl’s focus has been on delivering the best overall value possible to each customer. That means, no matter the demand, Karl honors the MSRP pricing on new vehicles; never charging a premium or market adjustment. It’s simply the right thing to do.

Karl Chevrolet is a third-generation family business founded in 1927. Based in New Canaan, CT, Karl serves the automotive needs of consumers and businesses in the Fairfield and Westchester County markets with their hallmark personalized service. A top-rated dealer by independent sources like CarFax, Cars.com, and DealerRater, Karl’s reputation has continued to flourish in the age of digital sales. While local customers have access to outstanding sales and service experiences, shoppers from around the country have appreciated Karl Chevrolet’s no-hassle approach to business. From the beginning, Karl’s focus has been on delivering the best overall value possible to each customer. That means, no matter the demand, Karl honors the MSRP pricing on new vehicles; never charging a premium or market adjustment. It’s simply the right thing to do.

Karl has fully embraced the world of Electric Vehicles, quickly becoming one of the top retailers in the Northeast for the Chevy Bolt EV and Bolt EUV. Looking ahead, the dealership is excited to welcome the all-new Chevrolet Silverado EV and Blazer EV within the next year.

Karl has fully embraced the world of Electric Vehicles, quickly becoming one of the top retailers in the Northeast for the Chevy Bolt EV and Bolt EUV. Looking ahead, the dealership is excited to welcome the all-new Chevrolet Silverado EV and Blazer EV within the next year. In anticipation of the coming wave of EV’s, Karl has actively supported and sponsored the deployment of public EV Charging Stations around Fairfield County. The future is electric. Visit Karl Chevrolet to learn more about how you can enjoy the ride.

In anticipation of the coming wave of EV’s, Karl has actively supported and sponsored the deployment of public EV Charging Stations around Fairfield County. The future is electric. Visit Karl Chevrolet to learn more about how you can enjoy the ride.

Congratulationsto the 2023 a-list award winners!

Windows and Doors

As a third-generation, family-run business, Ring’s End is the largest retailer of Marvin windows and doors and Benjamin Moore paint in the Northeast. The company continues to expand and evolve as an industry leader. In addition to retail locations, Ring’s End has a commercial paint and lacquer facility, a custom millwork shop, a centralized distribution warehouse, an education center, and a window and door installation department. Proactive with emerging product lines, embracing innovation and technology, empowering their customers with the tools to succeed, supporting the communities they serve, and building relationships with partners aligned with sustainability, Ring’s End is committed to its vision to be the premier resource in the building supply industry. AWARDS

GOLD SPONSOR Ring’s End A DDRESS: 181 West Avenue Darien, CT 06820

PRESENTING SPONSOR Ring’s End A

PHONE: 800-390-1000

WEBSITE: RingsEnd.com

Ring’s End and recently acquired Johnson Paint | A Ring’s End Brand, comprise 31 retail locations, catering to homeowners and trade professionals. Eight Ring’s End locations are full-service lumberyards, serving Connecticut, Westchester County, NY, and South County, Rhode Island. 23 locations are free-standing paint centers, most with dedicated design showrooms, serving communities in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine, in addition to Connecticut.

Ring’s End and recently acquired Johnson Paint | A Ring’s End Brand, comprise 31 retail locations, catering to homeowners and trade professionals. Eight Ring’s End locations are full-service lumberyards, serving Connecticut, Westchester County, NY, and South County, Rhode Island. 23 locations are free-standing paint centers, most with dedicated design showrooms, serving communities in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine, in addition to Connecticut.

As a third-generation, family-run business, Ring’s End is the largest retailer of Marvin windows and doors and Benjamin Moore paint in the Northeast. The company continues to expand and evolve as an industry leader. In addition to retail locations, Ring’s End has a commercial paint and lacquer facility, a custom millwork shop, a centralized distribution warehouse, an education center, and a window and door installation department. Proactive with emerging product lines, embracing innovation and technology, empowering their customers with the tools to succeed, supporting the communities they serve, and building relationships with partners aligned with sustainability, Ring’s End is committed to its vision to be the premier resource in the building supply industry.

Your video produced by real journalists .

Your business needs a high quality video. Still photos just don’t cut it. Nothing can sell you or your company better than video. Moving pictures and sound are far more engaging to customers and clients. Business videos can be multipurposed: to enhance your website, use for presentations, for e-newsletters, for social networking sites, and so on. Video is the way of today and is so easily accessible to everyone.

KENDRA FARN

Emmy Award winning Kendra Farn is a veteran TV news reporter and anchor. She spent 13 years at WCBS-TV, and WNBC-TV in New York City, the country’s largest television market.

NOAH FINZ

Emmy Award winning Noah Finz is a veteran TV Sports reporter and anchor. He created and manages the Vantage Sports Network from Frontier highlighting CT sports. He spent 18 years as Sports Director for WTNH-TV, Connecticut’s ABC affiliate.

722-5401 Marvin

2 Pearson Way

CT 06082

800-966-2784

WEBSITE: marvin.com

At Marvin, we are driven to imagine and create better ways of living. With every window and door we make, we strive to bring more natural light and more fresh air into homes, and to create deeper connections to the natural world. We put people at the center of everything we do by designing for how people live and work and imagining new ways our products can contribute to happier and healthier homes.

As a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated company, Marvin fosters a culture committed to living our values. Our commitment to doing the right thing, working stronger together, and thinking differently inspires us to be better every day. Crafted with exceptional skill, our products deliver quality you can see, touch and feel, beauty that brings joy, and performance that stands the test of time. Driven by a spirit of possibility, our commitment to people goes beyond the products we make. We commit to long-lasting and trusting relationships with our employees, customers, channel partners and communities. Learn more at marvin.com.

Haver & Skolnick Architects @haverskolnickarchitects

Charles Haver Stewart Skolnick Haver & Skolnick Architects Roxbury, 860-354-1031 haverskolnickarchitects.com

Robert Dean Architects @robertdeanarchitects Robert Dean Architects 111 Cherry Street New Canaan; 203-966-8333 robertdeanarchitects.com

TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE: Greater Than 7,000 Square Feet

Roan by Grace Rosenstein @atelierroan Grace Rosenstein, in collaboration with Studio Fitz

Mark P. Finlay Architects @mpfarchitects Mark P. Finlay, AIA Mark P. Finlay Architects Southport; 203254-2388 markfinlay.com

Roan by Grace Rosenstein Westport; 630-776-7345 atelierroan.co

POOL HOUSE

VanderHorn Architects @vanderhornarchitects

Douglas VanderHorn VanderHorn Architects Greenwich; 203-622-7000 vanderhornarchitects.com

Alisberg Parker Architects @alisbergparker Ed Parker Will Jameson Shaun Gotterbarn

Wadia Associates @wadiaassociates

Dinyar Wadia Wadia Associates New Canaan; 203-966-0048 wadiaassociates.com

TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE: Less Than 7,000 Square Feet

Austin Patterson Disston Architecture and Design @apdarchitects

AND REMEMBER...

All the winners’ and finalists’ projects will be featured in athome’s Nov./Dec. issue

Stuart Disston Joshua Rosensweig Austin Patterson Disston Architecture and Design Fairfield County; 203-255-4031

Hamptons; 631-653-1481 apdarchitects.com

Alisberg Parker Architects Old Greenwich; 203637-8730 alisbergparker.com

Mark P. Finlay Architects

@mpfarchitects Mark P. Finlay, AIA Mark P. Finlay Architects Southport; 203254-2388 markfinlay.com

Robert Dean Architects @robertdeanarchitects

Robert Dean Architects 111 Cherry Street New Canaan, 203-966-8333 robertdeanarchitects.com

Steven Mueller Architects, LLC @steven_mueller_architects

Steven Mueller Architects, LLC Greenwich; 203-494-4164 stevenmuellerarchitects.com

COMMERCIAL SPACE

Arkay-Leliever, LLC

@cparkayleliever Christian P. Árkay-Leliever

Arkay-Leliever, LLC

Fairfield; 203-685-5177 arkay-leliever.com

Calla Cane

@callacane Calla Cane Rowayton; 475-208-4888 callacane.com

MOLI @moligreenwich K. Dong Steven Chen

MOLI Greenwich; 203-900-4567 moligreenwich.com

BEDROOM

D2 Interieurs @d2interieurs

Denise Davies D2 Interieurs Weston; 646-326-7048 d2interieurs.com

foley&cox @foleyandcox Michael Cox, Principal Zuni Madera, Vice President foley&cox

New York; 212-529-5800 foleyandcox.com

JOSH GREENE Josh Greene Design MELISSA REAVIS Hollander Design

Flinn Gallery

The Flinn Gallery presents Forms of Connection, the first show of 2023–2024, its ninety-fifth season. The exhibition features the work of multimedia artists Jeila Gueramian and Tom Nussbaum. Their fantastical pieces explore the imaginative interplay between the strange and the familiar through the use of color, texture, structure and immersive environments. Forms of Connection runs from Thursday, September 14 through Wednesday, November 1, with an opening reception on Thursday, September 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. The show is curated by Leslee Asch, Maggie Dimock and Dianne Niklaus. The gallery is located on the second floor of the Greenwich Library, 101 West Putnam Avenue. flinngallery.com »

ART & ANTIQUES

ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-0198. Tues.–Sun. aldrichart.org

AMY SIMON FINE ART, 1869 Post Rd. East, Westport, 259-1500. amysimonfineart.com

BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org

CANFIN GALLERY, 39 Main St., Tarrytown, NY, 914-332-4554. canfingallery.com

CARAMOOR CENTER FOR MUSIC AND THE ARTS, Girdle Ridge Rd., Katonah, NY, 914-232-1252. Caramoor is a destination for exceptional music, captivating programs, spectacular gardens and grounds, and it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. caramoor.org

CAVALIER GALLERIES, 405 Greenwich Ave., 869-3664. cavaliergalleries .com

CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY PRINTMAKING, 299 West Ave., Norwalk, 899-7999. contemprints.org

CLAY ART CENTER, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, NY, 914-937-2047. clayartcenter.org

DISCOVERY MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport, 372-3521. discoverymuseum.org

FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER, 370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, 259-1598. fairfieldhistory.org

FLINN GALLERY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7947. flinngallery.com

GERTRUDE G. WHITE GALLERY, YWCA, 259 E. Putnam Ave., 869-6501. ywcagreenwich.org

GREENWICH ARTS COUNCIL, 299 Greenwich Ave., 862-6750. greenwichartscouncil.org

GREENWICH ART SOCIETY, 299 Greenwich Ave. 2nd Fl., 629-1533. A studio school that offers a visual arts education program for kids and adults. greenwichartsociety.org

GREENWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 47 Strickland Rd., 869-6899. greenwichhistory.org

KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, Rte. 22 at Jay St., Katonah, NY, 914-232-9555. katonahmuseum.org

KENISE BARNES FINE ART, 1947 Palmer Ave., Larchmont, NY, 914-834-8077. kbfa.com

LOCKWOOD-MATHEWS MANSION MUSEUM, 295 West Ave., Norwalk, 838-9799. lockwoodmathews mansion .com

LOFT ARTISTS ASSOCIATION, 575 Pacific St., Stamford, 247-2027. loftartists.org

MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org

NEUBERGER MUSEUM OF ART, Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase, NY, 914-251-6100. neuberger.org

PELHAM ART CENTER, 155 Fifth Ave., Pelham, NY, 914-738-2525 ext. 113. pelhamartcenter.org

Top: Installation by Jeila Gueramian; Bottom left and right: Road Map America and New Atlas by Tom Nussbaum

SILVERMINE GUILD ARTS CENTER, 1037 Silvermine Rd., New Canaan, 966-9700. silvermineart.org

SANDRA MORGAN INTERIORS & ART PRIVÉ, 135 East Putnam Ave., 2nd floor, Greenwich, 629-8121. sandramorganinteriors.com

SOROKIN GALLERY, 96 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, 856-9048. sorokingallery.com

STAMFORD ART ASSOCIATION, 39 Franklin St., Stamford, 325-1139. stamfordartassociation.org

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org

TAYLOR-GRAHAM GALLERY VALLARINO FINE ART, 80 Greenwich Ave. 203-489-3163 taylorandgraham.com vallarinofineart.com

UCONN STAMFORD ART GALLERY, One University Pl., Stamford, 251-8400. artgallery.stamford.uconn.edu

WESTPORT ARTS CENTER, 51 Riverside Ave., Westport, 226-7070. westportartscenter.org

Maritime Aquarium

YALE CENTER FOR BRITISH ART, 1080 Chapel St., New Haven, 432-2800. britishart.yale.edu

YALE UNIVERSITY

ART GALLERY, 1111 Chapel St., New Haven, 432-0611. artgallery.yale.edu

CONCERTS, FILM & THEATER

ARENA AT HARBOR YARD, 600 Main St., Bridgeport, 345-2300. websterbankarena.com

Ever wonder what Earth was like 200 million years ago? Visit e Maritime Aquarium’s new Sturgeon Touch Tank for an up-close encounter with Atlantic sturgeon, whose ancestors swam through the water long before dinosaurs roamed. Other species in this section include Atlantic salmon, brown and brook trout and lake sturgeon. Guests are also encouraged to interact with cownose rays, chain catsharks, moon jellies and a variety of crabs during their visits. maritimeaquarium.org »

YWCA Gertrude White Gallery

During the month of September, works by artist Lisa Small will be on display at the Gertrude White Gallery within the Greenwich YWCA at 259 W. Putnam Avenue. Lisa wears many hats—one as a successful corporate attorney in New York City and the other as a creative and colorful artist. Her work has been displayed at a variety of galleries, art exhibitions, festivals and retailers around Fairfield County.

ROWAYTON ARTS CENTER, 145 Rowayton Ave., Rowayton, 866-2744. rowaytonarts.org

SAMUEL OWEN GALLERY, 382 Greenwich Ave., 325-1924. samuelowen.org

Secret Garden by Lisa Small

Who we are What we do

New Member Open House

Thursday, August 3rd at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, September 19th at 7 p.m.

Saturday, October 7th at 10 a.m.

Interested in volunteering with the Junior League?

We train and empower women leaders to make lasting change in the community. Come to our open house to learn about the work we do, and how you can join this year's new member class.

learn more at www.jlgreenwich.org

learn more at www.jlgreenwich.org

learn more at www.jlgreenwich.org

CELEBRATING THE VIBRANT HISTORY OF GREENWICH SPORTS, ATHLETES AND COACHES WHO HAVE IMPACTED OUR PAST AND FUTURE

AWARD DINNER

HONORING

ALLAN HOUSTON

Olympic gold-medalist, NBA All-Star

Presented by 2021 Awardees Barbara and Ray Dalio

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023

BELLE HAVEN CLUB, GREENWICH, CT

SPORTS COACH AWARDS

HONORING EXTRAORDINARY SCHOLASTIC AND CLUB COACHES

Presented by Donna deVarona

Proceeds from this year’s event will help expand and enhance the Greenwich Historical Society’s exhibitions and education programs.

AVON THEATRE FILM CENTER, 272 Bedford St., Stamford, 661-0321. avontheatre.org

CURTAIN CALL, The Sterling Farms Theatre Complex, 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford, 329-8207. curtaincallinc.com

DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE, 263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport, 576-1636. dtcab.com

LECTURES, TOURS & WORKSHOPS

FAIRFIELD THEATRE COMPANY, On StageOne, 70 Sanford St., Fairfield, 259-1036. fairfieldtheatre.org

GOODSPEED OPERA HOUSE, 6 Main St., East Haddam, 860-873-8668. goodspeed.org

GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7900. greenwichlibrary.org

JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER, 364 Manville Rd., Pleasantville, NY, 914-773-7663. burnsfilmcenter.org

LONG WHARF THEATRE, 222 Sargent Dr., New Haven, 787-4282. longwharf.com

RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, 438-9269. ridgefieldplayhouse.org

RIDGEFIELD THEATER BARN, 37 Halpin Ln., Ridgefield, 431-9850. ridgefieldtheaterbarn.org

SHUBERT THEATER, 247 College St., New Haven, 800-228-6622. shubert.com

STAMFORD CENTER FOR THE ARTS, Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford, 325-4466. stamfordcenterforthearts.org

WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE, 25 Powers Ct., Westport, 227-4177. westportplayhouse.org

ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-0198. aldrichart.org

AUDUBON GREENWICH, 613 Riversville Rd., 869-5272. greenwich.audubon.org

AUX DÉLICES, 231 Acosta St., Stamford, 326-4540, ext. 108. auxdelicesfoods.com

BOWMAN OBSERVATORY

PUBLIC NIGHT, NE of Milbank/ East Elm St. rotary on the grounds of Julian Curtiss School, 869-6786, ext. 338

BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org

CLAY ART CENTER, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, NY, 914-937-2047. clayartcenter.org

CONNECTICUT CERAMICS STUDY CIRCLE, Bruce Museum 1 Museum Dr. ctcsc.org

FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER, 370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, 259-1598. fairfieldhistory.org

GREENWICH BOTANICAL CENTER, 130 Bible St., 869-9242. gecgreenwich.org

GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7900. greenwichlibrary.org

KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, 26 Bedford Rd., Chappaqua, NY, 914-232-9555. katonahmuseum.org

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org »

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Save the Date

NESC’s 15th Annual Gala

October 5, 2023

Featuring the Yale Alley Cats

Honoring

Ann & Jan DuBois

Master of Ceremonies

Dr. William F. Baker

Fordham University Professor and President Emeritus, WNET Channel Thirteen, NY

Dinner Chair

Pam Pagnani

Senior Vice President, Brokerage Manager

Sotheby’s International Realty

Featured Speaker

Dr. David Levinson

President Emeritus, Connecticut State Colleges and Universities

Please join us on OCTOBER 5, 2023 for cocktails & dinner at the Indian Harbor Yacht Club Greenwich, CT

Festivities begin at 6 PM.

TO RSVP please either call (917) 391-7074 or email sreis@nesc.org

Monday, September 11th

Shorehaven Golf Club, 14 Canfield Ave, Norwalk

Greenwich Symphony Orchestra

On Saturday, September 30 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, October 1 at 3 p.m., Greenwich Symphony Orchestra with Music Director Stuart Malina conducting will offer a program of orchestral music at the Performing Arts Center at Greenwich High School. The featured soloist will be Jeffrey Biegel playing New World A-Comin’ by Duke Ellington and Piano Concerto No. 1 by Keith Emerson. Emerson is known not only as a classical musician but was a founding member of the rock group Emerson, Lake and Palmer. Adult tickets are $50, students $15. Call 203-869-2664 or visit greenwichsymphony.org for more information. »

Register and/or become a Sponsor: bit.ly/CarverGolf23

For more information or donations: Nikki LaFaye at nikki@the-carver.org or (203) 945-9665

Proceeds support Carver’s 50+ beforeschool, after-school, and summer enrichment programs!

Thank you to our Leading Sponsors!

www.the-carver.org

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF GSO

September 14 and 15, 2023 • 8 p.m.

Choreographers nora chipaumire and Germaine Acogny put forth an act of refusal, of intergenerational conversation and transmission, and of sorority and solidarity, accompanied and guided by a sonic ensemble played by five women from Toubab Dialaw in Senegal.

Women and Leadership Series

Presented by

September 27 • 8 p.m.

October 17 • 7:30 p.m.

Art Spiegelman

Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist

Zanny Minton Beddoes Editor-in-Chief of The Economist

KIDS’ STUFF SEPTEMBER 2023

ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-4519. aldrichart.org

AUDUBON GREENWICH, 613 Riversville Rd., 869-5272. greenwich.audubon.org

AUX DÉLICES, (cooking classes), 23 Acosta St., Stamford, 326-4540 ext. 108. auxdelicesfoods.com

BEARDSLEY ZOO, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport, 394-6565. beardsleyzoo.org

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREENWICH, 4 Horseneck Lane, 869-3224. bgcg.org

BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org

DISCOVERY MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport, 372-3521. discoverymuseum.org

DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE, 263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport, 576-1636. dtcab.com

EARTHPLACE, 10 Woodside Lane, Westport, 227-7253. earthplace.org

GREENWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 39 Strickland St., 869-6899. hstg.org

GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7900. greenwichlibrary.org

IMAX THEATER AT MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org

KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, Rte. 22 at Jay St., Katonah, NY, 914-232-9555. katonahmuseum.org

MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org

NEW CANAAN NATURE CENTER, 144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, 966-9577. newcanaannature.org

RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE, 80 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield, 438-5795. ridgefieldplayhouse.org

STAMFORD CENTER FOR THE ARTS, Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford, 325-4466. palacestamford.org

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org

STEPPING STONES MUSEUM FOR CHILDREN, 303 West Ave., Mathews Park, Norwalk, 899-0606. steppingstonesmuseum.org

WESTPORT ARTS CENTER, 51 Riverside Ave., Westport, 222-7070. westportartscenter.org

WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE, 25 Powers Ct., Westport, 227-4177. westportplayhouse.org G

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Little Charlotte Gray has a message for all the kids heading back to the classroom. But, adults should listen up, too. This creative piece of art adorns Old Greenwich School, and we love everything about it. It’s a reminder that acts of kindness, no matter the scale, do indeed matter.

Pay for a stranger’s coffee, leave a snack for your Amazon driver, donate to a Go Fund Me—every caring gesture makes the world just a little bit gentler. And isn’t that the world we want for our kids? G

photograph by alison nichols gray

PHOTO W. MASER