Welcome to Greenwich 2021

GREENWICH A NEWCOMER’S GUIDE WITH SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE • 2021

TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 Love Where you Live A letter of welcome from John McAtee, President of the Greenwich Association of REALTORS®

8 Welcome to our Remarkable Community First Selectman Fred Camillo shares Greenwich insights and what makes our hometown one of a kind.

10 Art Scene Discover the creative side of Greenwich and its culture-rich programs.

14 Champions of Giving The community continues to give back even in uncertain times.

18 Shopping Spotlight

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For a dose of retail therapy, there’s no place like Greenwich.

Raphaël’s Bakery owners Raphaël and Charlotte Dequeker with son Kelian (center)

26 Cuisine Scene The town’s world-class dining appeals to all ages and appetites.

32 New Faces & Places Meet the faces behind the latest restaurant, bakery and children’s boutique. New to the Greenwich Chamber of Commerce, they’re making quite a debut.

38 Learning Curve

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An array of academic and extracurricular options helps students thrive.

Publisher Andrew Amill Editor Elizabeth Hole

44 Social Network

Writer Jamie Marshall

Country Club life comes with sporty, social and family-friendly options.

Senior Art Director Venera Alexandrova Assistant Art Director Taylor Stroili

48 Serene Sanctuaries These houses of worship play an active role in community life.

Production Director Tim Carr

50 Outdoor Oasis

Account Executives Gina Fusco; Kathleen Godbold; Hilary Hotchkiss; Rick Johnson; Karen Kelly-Micka; Gabriella Mays

From sailing and swimming to tennis and golf, Greenwich is a playground for all ages.

56 The Faces of Greenwich

President Jonathan W. Moffly Andrew Amill Vice President/Business Elena V. Moffly Cofounders John W. Moffly IV and Donna C. Moffly

With so many neighborhoods to choose from, there’s something for everyone here.

COVER PHOTOGRAPHY: top row, left to right: Julie Bidwell; Kyle Norton; Courtesy of Greenwich Polo Club; Julie Bidwell second row, left to right: Courtesy of Greenwich Academy; Venera Alexandrova; Courtesy of the Brant Foundation; Courtesy of Brunswick School/Jeffry Konczal; bottom row, left to right: Kyle Norton; Julie Bidwell; Thomas McGovern; Greenwich Polo Club

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WELCOME TO GREENWICH

JULIE BIDWELL ANDREA CARSON

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

Love Where You Live A

s REALTORS®, it is our distinct pleasure

Greenwich has so much to offer and many ways

and privilege to offer homes for sale and

to immerse yourself in the community. From a

rent, attaining the real estate needs of those

premier arts and culture community, to robust

longing to make Greenwich their home. The

recreation options, Greenwich offers an open,

year 2020 was a historic one for Greenwich Real

active and walkable community. For outdoor

Estate, with record breaking sales and dollar

enthusiasts Greenwich is geographically blessed

volume. As such, the year of Rejuvenation and

with 32 miles of breathtaking shoreline along

Rediscovery, triggered by a most unlikely set

Long Island Sound, as well as the rolling hills,

of circumstances, has reaffirmed an ardent

woodlands and meadows of the backcountry

admiration for our community and its future.

dotted with lakes and streams. There are over

Comprised of 67 square miles of prime real

1,500 acres of parkland; two islands with

estate, our town of 62,000 residents provides

beaches and picnic areas served by town ferries;

America’s highest quality of life thanks to its

a wonderful beach and pool at Byram Beach;

unrivalled real estate options, public safety

36 public tennis courts at 11 locations; and the

services, school system, transportation network

fabulous 147-acre Greenwich Point, with its

and recreational activities. Extraordinary rich

sandy shoreline and trails for biking, hiking and

in history, we are proud of the heritage and

running. In addition, the Griffith E. Harris 18-

exceptional, exciting and fulfilling lifestyle our

hole public golf course, designed by renowned

town has to offer.

architect Robert Trent Jones, Sr., provides

Greenwich boasts a wonderfully convenient location only 31 miles from Manhattan and just

everything for the avid golfer.

Our educational system is consistently rated

a 46-minute express train ride to Grand Central

among the best in the country. Greenwich High

Station. The town is close to the three major New

School has produced exceptional athletes and

York metropolitan area airports, and only minutes

leaders in the worlds of business, communication

to Westchester County Airport. Our proximity to

and the arts. Our middle and elementary schools

both New York City and Boston allows us to be

have been cited for their outstanding programs

one of the most internationally connected towns

and for those who prefer a private education,

in the U.S.

Greenwich also has a number of schools ranked

With well-run, responsible and proactive

among the finest. Additionally, our young

governance, Greenwich strives to maintain a pay-

residents are entertained and enriched by

as-you-go fiscal policy that keeps your property

organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club and

taxes among the lowest in Connecticut and well

the best recreational programs for miles around.

below those in neighboring Westchester County.

Adult programs are also widely available and

The Greenwich Association of Realtors is composed of subject-matter experts. There is no

first-class.

As REALTORS® we are certain that once

one better prepared to assist you with a move to or

you’ve lived here, you’ll never want to call

from Greenwich than a Greenwich REALTOR®.

anywhere else home.

Our organization owns the Greenwich Multiple listing Service, which provides the richest source of the most accurate, current and robust housing information available.

Whether you are transitioning from overseas, New York City or the other side of town,

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LETTER FROM THE FIRST SELECTMAN

Welcome to Our Remarkable Community G

reenwich—founded in 1640—is one of the oldest towns in the United States and

The town enjoys top ratings for its public safety, quality of life, public and private schools, and as an

is home to multi-generational families. We are

age-friendly community, is ranked as one of the best

happy that you have chosen to make Greenwich

places to retire in Connecticut. There is a multitude

your home and hope it will be your family’s home

of activities that provide leisure and recreational

for generations to come.

programs, including the Greenwich Town Party, the

Being located along the shores of Long Island

Greenwich Concours d’Elegance, the Greenwich

Sound, Greenwich residents enjoy a multitude

International Film Festival and the Greenwich Wine

of recreational experiences. Whether it is in the

+ Food Festival. The annual Greenwich Economic

rolling, bucolic hills of the backcountry or on

Forum draws intellectual talent and the titans of the

the sands of the pristine beaches and harbors,

finance industry from around the globe.

residents are afforded alluring opportunities to

Our town has demonstrated that residents

relax and enjoy suburban life. This past summer,

and businesses alike are resilient and adaptable.

thousands of residents were able to enjoy the

This has never been more evident than this year,

town’s newest recreational facility—the family

as we continue to cope with a global pandemic.

pool complex at Byram Park.

We will keep supporting local businesses by

Greenwich is an enchanting mix of

creating outdoor dining and shopping esplanades

neighborhoods, shopping areas and open spaces

throughout town to encourage patronage of small

that is home to more than 62,000 residents—

business owners.

many of whom are actively engaged in governing our town.

Town management’s conservative financial policy remains free of long-term debt and enjoys

The Executive Branch is represented by a

Triple-A bond ratings from Standard & Poor’s and

three-member bipartisan Board of Selectmen,

Moody’s. The town has the largest Grand List in

with the First Selectman serving as the chief

the state—$32.2 billion—and it has the lowest mill

executive. The 12-member bipartisan Board of

rate in the entire state at 11.59.

Estimate and Taxation is responsible for the

I am pleased that you have chosen to live in

town’s fiscal management, and the 230-member

Greenwich, where we have an exciting and lively

Representative Town Meeting (RTM), which

lifestyle. We welcome you as you settle into your

approves the annual budget, assures our

new home here in town.

residents that their voices are heard.

Participation of our citizens on the RTM, as well as on other boards and commissions, is not our local government is meeting the needs of our residents and that Greenwich continues to be the

Fred Camillo

preeminent place to live, work and raise a family.

First Selectman

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Art Scene

Discover the creative side of Greenwich and its culture-rich programs 10 W E LCO M E TO G R E E N W I C H

BRANT FOUNDATION

This large-scale sculpture by artist Urs Fischer is on display at The Brant Foundation Art Study Center.

G

eenwich has a

double in size, with the addition of state-of-

is the GREENWICH ARTS COUNCIL, a

rich creative side.

the-art exhibition, education and community

community-based organization charged with

Among its offerings

spaces. Among the highly anticipated openings

promoting and supporting the full range of

are a world-class

are the museum’s reinvented permanent

literary, performing and visual arts. It does a

museum (currently

science galleries, which will kick off with

wonderful job, starting with the 2,000-square-

undergoing a

the new Natural Cycles Shape Our Land

foot BENDHEIM GALLERY for established

multimillion-

exhibition, a multi-sensory expedition through

and emerging artists on the second floor of the

dollar expansion), an international

the region’s rich natural history (for a virtual

old town hall on Greenwich Avenue. It also

film festival, flourishing gallery scene,

tour, visit NewBruceScience.org.) Although on

puts on the annual Art to the Avenue program,

superb public library (coming off its own

hold for the time being, the Museum’s annual

which invites select artists, photographers

multimillion-dollar expansion), first-rate

outdoor arts and crafts festivals are always a

and musicians to showcase their work in

symphony orchestra, a variety of singing

highlight during spring and fall.

central Greenwich shops and restaurants

groups, and several community theater

For a different kind of art fix, swing

each May. The Council also works together

companies. From Glenville to Old Greenwich

by the FLINN GALLERY once the newly

with the Department of Parks and Recreation

to the Backcountry, residents can take

expanded GREENWICH LIBRARY reopens.

to host a kite-flying festival in the spring

advantage of art exhibits, author readings,

The nonprofit, education-oriented space is

and a sand-sculpture building festival in the

photography and drama workshops, musical

located on the second floor of the library.

summer, both at Greenwich Point Park. Its

performances and more. For up-to-the

With a range of contemporary art exhibitions,

outreach programs serve school-age children

minute info on cultural events, check out

it has a volunteer committee that curates and

throughout the community. Also sharing space

the FC Buzz Events section of the Cultural

mounts six shows a year. Also of note: THE

in the old town hall is the GREENWICH ART

Alliance of Fairfield County’s website

BRANT FOUNDATION ART STUDY CENTER.

SOCIETY, another resource for established

(culturalalliancefc.org). As of press time,

Located next to the Greenwich Polo fields

and aspiring artists. Founded in 1912, the

the town was operating under COVID-19

off North Street, this unique spot is home to

society is the oldest member art organization

protocols. Please visit each group’s website

major works by contemporary artists. Though

in lower Fairfield County. In addition to after-

for current information.

currently closed due to the pandemic, the

school and Saturday art classes for children

center is planning a May reopening. In the

and mid-week art classes for adults (both

tour than the BRUCE MUSEUM, which

There’s no better place to start a cultural

meantime, check out art-related activities and

hybrid and online), it also provides exhibition

overlooks Greenwich Harbor. Renovations

games on the “Museum from Home” section

space for its members in several venues

to the existing space are underway and when

of their website (brantfoundation.org).

around town, including the Bendheim Gallery.

completed in 2022, the “New Bruce” will

Among the town’s most valuable resources

And speaking of community arts groups, the

RESOURCES Art Society of Old Greenwich

Flinn Gallery

asogct.com

203-622-7947 flinngallery.com

Boys & Girls Club

Grace Notes

203-869-3224 bgcg.org

Brant Foundation Art Study Center 203-869-0611 brantfoundation.org

Bruce Museum

203-869-0376 brucemuseum.org

Byram Shubert Library 203-531-0426 greenwichlibrary.org

Choir of Men and Boys

203-869-6600 christchurchgreenwich.org

Cos Cob Library

203-622-6883 greenwichlibrary.org

thegracenotes.com

Greenwich Art Society 203-629-1533 greenwichartsociety.org

Greenwich Arts Council 203-862-6750 greenwichartscouncil.org

Greenwich Choral Society

203-622-5136 greenwichchoralsociety.org

Greenwich Decorative Arts Society greenwichdecorativearts .org

Greenwich Historical Society 203-869-6899 greenwichhistory.org

Greenwich Int’l Film Festival

203-717-1800 greenwichfilm.org

Perrot Library

Curtain Call

203-637-1066 perrotlibrary.org

203-329-8207 curtaincallinc.com

Putnam Cottage

Donald M. Kendall Sculpture Gardens (temporarily closed)

Stepping Stones Museum for Children

Katonah Museum of Art

The Capitol Theatre

203-869-9697 putnamcottage.org

Greenwich Library 203-622-7900 greenwichlibrary.org

2nd Congregational Church Youth Choir

Greenwich Town Party

203-869-9311 2cc.org

greenwichtownparty.org

Greenwich Pen Women

Sound Beach Community Band

greenwichpenwomen.org

soundbeachband.org

Greenwich Symphony Orchestra

FARTHER AFIELD

203-869-2664 greenwichsymphony.org

Caramoor Center for Music and Arts

Greenwich Symphony Chamber Players

914-232-1252 caramoor.org

203-637-4725 greenwichsymphony.org

Connecticut Playmakers

Melody Men

203-977-8627 ctplaymakers.org

greenwichrma.org

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914-253-3150 pepsico.com

914-232-9555 katonahmuseum.org

Neuberger Museum

Stamford Symphony 203-325-4466 stamfordsymphony.org

203-899-0606 steppingstonesmuseum. org 914-937-4126 thecapitoltheatre.com

Quick Center for the Arts

914-251-6100 neuberger.org

203-254-4010 quickcenter.fairfield.edu

The Palace Theatre

Ridgefield Playhouse

203-325-4466 palacestamford.org

Performing Arts Center at SUNY Purchase 914-251-6200; artscenter.org

203-438-5795 ridgefieldplayhouse.org

Shakespeare on the Sound 203-299-1300 shakespeareonthe sound.org

ART SCENE

Offstage. THE CHAMBER PLAYERS OF THE GREENWICH SYMPHONY is an independently managed ensemble that usually presents a series of subscription concerts; livestreams of past performances are online. Similarly, the 125-member GREENWICH CHORAL SOCIETY, a not-for-profit membership organization, has traditionally offered three major performances a year (including the Christmas concert at Christ Church) as well as educational programs. Though concerts have been suspended through 2021, residents are invited to attend online rehearsals and view recordings on its website. The GRACE NOTES, an a cappella women’s singing group, has carried its tune as far as the White House.

For gents who sing, there are the MELODY MEN and the CHOIR OF MEN AND BOYS, one of eight choirs at Christ Church. Also of note is the SECOND CONGREGATIONAL YOUTH CHOIR, the featured choir at the church’s annual spring concert.

Just one town over in Stamford, the CONNECTICUT PLAYMAKERS AND CURTAIN CALL are community theater companies that perform crowd-pleasing classics. Auditions are open to all. Similarly, the BOYS & The award-wining Greenwich Library will reopen soon, after undergoing a multimillion-dollar renovation.

GIRLS CLUB OF GREENWICH holds regular productions through its theater program.

While the Greenwich International Film

ART SOCIETY OF OLD GREENWICH, open

and events are held. Stroll the grounds

Festival has canceled its four-day festival for

to amateurs and professionals, organizes a

for a look at American Impressionist-era

2021, film buffs can still get their fix through

wonderful sidewalk show and sale on Sound

perennial gardens, heirloom vegetable

online screenings and other virtual programs.

Beach Avenue each fall. It’s a terrific way to

gardens and grape arbor. This spring will see

support local artists.

the introduction of Tavern Garden Markets

popular pastimes in this well-read town. The

on Wednesdays and the popular Music on

GREENWICH LIBRARY is a terrific resource,

is home to an impressive cultural center

the Great Lawn concert series will take place

now even more so following an extensive

overlooking Cos Cob Harbor. The main

from June through October.

renovation project. With the main building

glass-walled exhibition building houses

Explore more of the town’s historical side

two museum galleries, one with rotating

at the red-shingled eighteenth-century KNAPP

as the independent PERROT MEMORIAL

exhibits and the other featuring art from

TAVERN/PUTNAM COTTAGE on the Post

LIBRARY in Old Greenwich, the town’s library

the society’s extensive permanent collection,

Road near the YWCA. Maintained by the

system is a cultural treasure trove. It offers

once located in the BUSH-HOLLEY HOUSE,

Putnam Hill Chapter of the Daughters of the

1,800 programs per year, including Greenwich

the town’s only National Historic Landmark.

American Revolution, the cottage is open by

Reads Together, an initiative that engages the

There is also a restored nineteenth-century

appointment only.

entire town in exploring a single book. Be

hotel and saloon that features a museum

Music, theater and film are integral parts of

and branches in Cos Cob and Byram, as well

sure to grab a Greenwich Library card to gain

store and café, a public research library

Greenwich cultural life, too. The GREENWICH

access to thousands of eBooks, audiobooks,

and archives and a renovated barn, now

SYMPHONY, led by a nationally acclaimed

music, movies, learning and more. To view the

the VANDERBILT EDUCATION CENTER,

conductor, performs throughout the year.

latest protocols for in-person service and other

where family programs and adult lectures

Check out its livestream performances, GSO

updates, visit greenwichlibrary.org.

12 W E LCO M E TO G R E E N W I C H

GARVIN BURKE

The GREENWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Book clubs and author talks are also

Dramatic Dazzle

Champions of Giving The community continues to give back even in uncertain times

E

ven in the midst of a

in the process. Most groups have pivoted to

next spring. Another popular event—the

global pandemic, when

online formats, and some have introduced

GREENWICH TOWN PARTY—still hadn’t

in-person events have

new programs that involve the entire family.

made a final decision on whether it would

been largely curtailed,

For instance, FAMILY CENTERS kicked off

be held on the Saturday of Memorial

Greenwich is a generous

the year with back-to-back virtual Trivia

Day weekend. And while some events

town. Every year, this

Nights in February and March, and the

have been canceled outright, others are

town raises substantial

BREAST CANCER ALLIANCE did a virtual

hoping to reschedule for later in the

amounts of money for local and regional

Family Game Night in February. Other

fall. Among the latter is the annual Tree

charities. Though 2020 saw a marked

charities introduced one-off events, with an

Party hosted by the GREENWICH TREE

change in how nonprofits and charitable

eye toward resuming their regular programs

CONSERVANCY. Because of the constantly

organizations hold fundraising events—a

in 2022. THE GREENWICH INTERNATIONAL

changing landscape due to the pandemic,

change that seems likely to continue through

FILM FESTIVAL held a Social Impact Film

we encourage newcomers to check each

2021—there are still numerous ways for

Showcase in February and hopes to be

organization’s website for the most up-to-

residents to show their support and have fun

back with a full slate of festival offerings

date information.

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LEFT BY CHI CHI UBINA FOR THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREENWICH; RIGHT BY ALISON NICHOLS GRAY

left: Residents support children’s art programs throughout town. right: Cochairs Stacey Higdon and Molly Schiff at Greenwich Land Trust’s Go Wild! Drive-In Movie Night.

CHI CHI UBINA FOR THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREENWICH

CHAMPIONS OF GIVING

above: BGCG in Concert chairs gather before the Boys & Girls Club’s fall 2019 fundraiser.

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CHAMPIONS OF GIVING

above: For the Family Centers benefit in 2019, organizers planned an Under the Tuscan Sun-themed event. The charity’s next gala is slated for September 2021.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS Greenwich Botanical Center May Gardeners’ Market Greenwich Town Party North Mianus Pow Wow Online Raffle SoundWaters Tall Ships Ball YWCA “Old Bags” Luncheon (virtual)

FEBRUARY

The Avon Oscar Gala Breast Cancer Alliance Family Game Night Family Centers Trivia Night, part 1 (reimagined event for 2021) Greenwich International Film Festival— Social Impact Film Showcase

JUNE

Bruce Museum Gala Community Centers Walkathon (virtual) Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation Golf Tournament Greenwich Botanical Center Grandiflora Garden Tour (in-person and virtual) Greenwich Historical Society “History in the Making” Award Dinner Greenwich Horse Show Greenwich Kennel Club Dog Show Junior League Touch-a-Truck REACH Prep Golf Outing YWCA Gala

MARCH

Family Centers Trivia Night, part 2

APRIL

Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year Celebration (in-person or virtual) Connecticut Daffodil Show GAC Kite Festival/Greenwich Point Greenwich Historical Society Landmarks Reception Focus on French Cinema/French Film Festival (virtual) Planned Parenthood Luncheon (virtual) REACH Prep Wine Tasting (virtual) Red Cross “Heroes for Humanity” (virtual) United Way “Sole Sisters” Luncheon (virtual)

JULY

Fourth of July Fireworks GAC Sand Blast/Greenwich Point Greenwich Point Conservancy “Beach Ball” Greenwich Sidewalk Sales St. Catherine’s “Carnival of Fun” (event currently on hold)

MAY

Abilis 70th Anniversary Gala (virtual) Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter Celebrating Hope Gala (virtual) Art to the Avenue Audubon Environmental Leadership Awards Dinner (in-person or virtual) Breast Cancer Alliance Fit for Hope/ Wellness Month Kick Off

AUGUST

Swim Across America Fairfield County

SEPTEMBER Adopt-a-Dog Benefit

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At Home in Greenwich Benefit Boys & Girls Club Annual Benefit Breast Cancer Alliance Golf Outing Greenwich Land Trust “An Evening at the Farmstead” Family Centers Benefit Gala, “The Roaring Twenties” Kids in Crisis Kids Challenge Golf Tournament

OCTOBER

Adopt-a-Dog Howl & Prowl Boys & Girls Club Muddy Up 5k Family Run & Walk Breast Cancer Alliance Flag Raising/ Go for Pink Breast Cancer Alliance 25th Anniversary Benefit Luncheon Concours d’Elegance 25th Anniversary Emily Catherine Fedorko Foundation Emily’s Chimes Event Kids in Crisis “Have a Heart Gala” GAC Arts Alive Greenwich Land Trust Go Wild! Drive-in Movie Nights Pathways 40th Anniversary Gala

NOVEMBER

Greenwich Chamber of Commerce Women Who Matter Luncheon Make-A-Wish “Wish Night” Gala Women’s Club Christmas Boutique

DECEMBER

Antiquarius Boutique and House Tour

BOB CAPAZZO

Greenwich nonprofits are known for signature fundraisers held throughout the year. Not every annual event has been confirmed as of press time, so please check each organization’s website for the most current information. Dates and events are subject to change.

THE NEW BRUCE

BUILDING WONDER

NEW PERMANENT SCIENCE GALLERIES OPEN FALL 2021 NEW MUSEUM OPENS FALL 2022 To learn more about the Campaign for the New Bruce and to participate, please visit NewBruce.org

Bruce Museum Greenwich, Connecticut BruceMuseum.org

the

NEWBruce

CHI CHI UBINA

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opposite page: Recent addition Barney’s at Saks Fifth Avenue above, left to right: Easy chic styles at Veronica Beard; Personalized service and styling at Richards

Shopping Spotlight LEFT, CONTRIBUTED; RIGHT, JULIE BIDWELL

For a dose of retail therapy, there’s no place like Greenwich

W

hen it comes

appointment only) and curbside pick-up

CRUMP & LOW and TIFFANY & CO. RH’s

to shopping,

and online sales. Whether you’re looking

spacious digs are in the town’s historic post

Greenwich

for something new to wear, in search of that

office building (and RH BABY & CHILD and

is in a class

perfect home furnishing or a little beauty

RH TEEN are nearby). Of course, no trip to

of its own.

pick-me-up or simply have a yen to visit an art

the Avenue would be complete without a stop

There’s

gallery or browse a bookstore, our town has

at the APPLE store, where the very helpful

nothing quite

you covered. The best part? Most are within

techies can guide you to the perfect product,

so satisfying as strolling the Avenue, with its

an easily walkable six-block stretch of the

and geniuses are on call for troubleshooting

plethora of inviting options—from high-end

downtown area plus neighboring side streets.

problems. Whether your tastes run high, low or

fashion to work-from-home loungewear—

(And that’s not including the expanding

somewhere in the middle, you’ll find what your

and everything in between. Even during the

offerings in Cos Cob and Old Greenwich.)

heart desires in this exciting retail district.

pandemic, Greenwich retailers found creative

HERMÈS, TUMI and TORY BURCH all have

ways to serve their clientele. Most pivoted

elegant shops on the Avenue, as do tony

part of the Mitchell family’s growing retail

by promoting safe, concierge services (by

jewelers BETTERIDGE, MANFREDI, SHREVE

empire, with a rich tradition on the Avenue.

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One of the landmark shops is RICHARDS,

SHOPPING SPOTLIGHT

JENNI KAYNE BY GARVIN BURKE; ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF THE BRANDS

clockwise from left: Jenni Kayne; Aritzia; Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams; Aesop

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SHOPPING SPOTLIGHT (The original men’s shop first opened

or near the Avenue. In addition to EQUINOX,

SHOP, whose curated selections span the

more than 50 years ago.) Set in a stunning

FORME BARRE FITNESS, PURE BARRE, SLT

gamut for toddlers and infants. Another classic

two-story building with a grand central

and SOULCYCLE, are more recent additions

is CREWCUTS (inside J.Crew) for kids, while

staircase, the store is renowned for its

like CLUB SWEAT, COUNTDOWN FITNESS

tweens favor FIFI & BELLA. You’ll also find

exceptional customer service; style advisors

and GREENWICH BARRE STUDIO.

sections for kids and tweens in SPLURGE and

help customers navigate a carefully curated

New to the Avenue are bedding experts

SHOES ‘N’ MORE. SMART KIDS is the place

selection of on-trend and classic designs—

BOLL & BRANCH, whose organic cotton

for innovative toys and games, and FUNKY

think Tom Ford, Manolo Blahnik, The Row,

products are both luxurious and eco-friendly,

MONKEY TOYS & BOOKS is a treasure trove

Herno, Nili Lotan, Tod’s and Zegna, to name

and Australian-based beauty brand, AESOP,

of fun for kids of all ages.

a few. There are in-store boutiques (Loro

whose shelves are stocked with its signature

Piana and Brunello Cucinelli) and a brilliant

lotions, serums and more. Other cool spots

on the Avenue has been the preferred

array of fine and designer jewelry. Enjoy a

to browse are NAVY LOBSTER on William

destination for bridal registries, elegant table

cappuccino at the coffee bar or in one of the

Street, ANTHROPOLOGIE on West Putnam,

settings and assorted furnishings for seven

comfy club chairs by the flatscreen television.

perfumerie LE LABO on the Avenue, and

decades. Near the top of the Avenue, on

Alterations are complimentary, too.

PINKY OF GREENWICH, which carries

West Putnam Avenue, a mini design center

everything from ponchos to pajamas adorned

has flourished with WATERWORKS, CIRCA

in its signature hue.

LIGHTING, OOMPH, the New Canaan-

Another Avenue anchor is SAKS FIFTH AVENUE (now comprising a three-store complex called the Saks Shops at Greenwich),

For hip street style, the fashion-savvy crowd

For classic style at home, HOAGLANDS

based furniture and accessories store, and

where shoppers will find the latest Céline

flocks to ARITZIA, INTERMIX, JOIE, RAG

the SHADE STORE. Nearby, LEICHT’S

bag, the most coveted Prada coat, the chicest

AND BONE and VINCE for a cool downtown

sleek kitchen design showroom is on East

Chanel dress and a cornucopia of makeup

vibe, while preppy-at-heart shoppers tend to

Putnam Avenue near modern fave MITCHELL

brands. Nearby, on Elm Street, is the brand’s

gravitate to VINEYARD VINES, whose founders

GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS. Contemporary

stand-alone shoe store: 10022-SHOE (the

Shep and Ian Murray are Greenwich natives,

furnishings powerhouse ROCHE BOBOIS is

name references the shoe shop at the New

as well as the bright and breezy designs of

directly opposite. While you’re there, take

York flagship store, which is so big it has its

LILLY PULITZER located across the street.

a peek at FARROW & BALL’s broad paint

own zip code). Customers will think they have

BLANKENSHIP DRY GOODS offers made-in-

selection a few storefronts down. On the far

died and gone to heaven when they step in

America classics, while ROLLER RABBIT’S

side of Whole Foods is Westport-based Giles

the door of this shoe mecca. SAKS even has

cheerful block prints brighten up easy cotton

Clement’s flagship HOUSE OF CLEMENT

men covered thanks to the opening of the new

tunics and dresses. CLUB MONACO, ZARA

DESIGNS. Nearby is SIMON PEARCE, whose

BARNEY’S AT SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, across

and COS are great stops for wardrobe basics

custom glassware and beautifully crafted

from its main store. The newly rebranded

and trendy knockoffs. Everyone from CEOs

wooden furniture and handmade ceramics

14,000-square foot space will feature men’s

to ladies who lunch adore the custom designs

grace many a home in Greenwich. PERFECT

shoes and accessories on its ground floor and

of KATIE FONG, another Greenwich native

PROVENANCE is a delightful boutique in a

women’s clothing on the second floor.

turned upscale fashion designer. And speaking

renovated Victorian across the street from

of sleek and chic, check out newcomers

MCCARDLES; it features products from

are numerous boutiques and international

JENNI KAYNE, with its breezy California

around the world as well as a snug café. The

retailers on the Avenue. For the latest in

minimalist vibe, and VERONICA BEARD,

treasured local bookstore is DIANE’S BOOKS,

makeup and hair styling options, SEPHORA

beloved by fashionistas everywhere. Outdoor

where many customers are on a first-name

and BLUEMERCURY feature all the big-name

enthusiasts will appreciate the clothing and

basis with Diane and her knowledgeable staff.

brands. Across the street, GREENWICH

gear at New Zealand icon RODD & GUNN

PHARMACY stocks a fabulous selection of

and Swedish icon FJÄLLRÄVEN as well as

everyone loves a deal, including well-heeled

restorative bath salts and oils, among other

that American classic ORVIS. J. CREW is a

Greenwich residents. Each July, the streets

products. To meet the demand for active

go-to-venue for shoppers of all ages, and ditto

around the Avenue fill up with cars bearing

lifestyle wear—for yoga, spinning, jogging or

for J. McLAUGHLIN, whose easy-to-wear

out-of-state plates as bargain hunters hit the

just running around town—the Avenue has

designs are a classic favorite. When it comes

sales racks during the annual Sidewalk Sale

all the top brands. ATHLETA, JUJA ACTIVE

to accessorizing, try art-inspired jewelry and

Days in search of deals on designer duds.

and LULULEMON offer sleek workout gear

leather goods at ASHA BY ADM.

In addition to department stores, there

for a variety of disciplines, while THREADS

Of course, there’s no shortage of shops for

While local shoppers like to indulge,

For a well-deserved break, treat yourself to any of the excellent hair and beauty salons in

& TREADS has been outfitting the town’s

the smaller set, including EGG NEW YORK,

town. Among them are MAISON D’ALEXANDRE,

running crowd for years. Put that gear to good

the sweet lifestyle brand that first hatched in

PAULO LANFREDI, CHRISTOPHER NOLAND

use at the many gyms and fitness studios on

2003, JACADI and newcomer THE PICCOLINA

and THE COLOR CAFE.

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SHOPPING SPOTLIGHT

RESOURCES CENTRAL GREENWICH CLOTHING, BEAUTY AND ACCESSORIES Aesop

346 Greenwich Ave. 203-661-0100 aesop.com

Alice and Olivia

335 Greenwich Ave. 203-826-8540 aliceandolivia.com

Anne Fontaine

234 Greenwich Ave. 203-422-2433 annefontaine.com

Anthropologie

480 W. Putnam Ave. 203-442-5421 anthropologie.com

Athleta

350 Greenwich Ave. 203-625-0129 athleta.com

Aritzia

165 Greenwich Ave. 203-661-2621 aritzia.com

Blankenship Dry Goods

16 Greenwich Ave. 203-441-0872 blankenshipdrygoods.com

Bluemercury

254 Greenwich Ave. 203-863-0005 bluemercury.com

Bonobos

53 Greenwich Ave. 203-903-7458 bonobos.com

Club Monaco

173 Greenwich Ave. 203-629-3529 clubmonaco.com

COS

283 Greenwich Ave. 203-742-9940 cosstores.com

CoutureDossier 55 Lewis St. 203-900-1600 codogirl.com

Egg New York

369 Greenwich Ave. 203-717-1327 eggnewyork.com

Eleventy

98 Greenwich Ave. 203-489-3171 eleventymilano.com

Fifi & Bella

50 Greenwich Ave. 203-489-3450 fifiandbella.com

Fjällräven

200 Greenwich Ave. 203-489-3599 fjallraven.com

Frame

250 Greenwich Ave. 203-742-7719 frame-store.com

Great Stuff

321 Greenwich Ave. 203-861-6872 greatstuffny.com

Hermès

289 Greenwich Ave. 203-622-3007 hermes.com

Hobbs

243 Greenwich Ave. 203-439-3816 hobbs.com

Intermix

325 Greenwich Ave. 203-302-3200 intermixonline.com

J. Crew

126 Greenwich Ave. 203-661-5181 jcrew.com

J. McLaughlin

55 East Putnam Ave. 203-862-9777 jmclaughlin.com

Jacadi

22 Greenwich Ave. 203-422-2202 jacadi.us

Jenni Kayne

Madewell

15 E. Elm St. 203-622-1600

Lululemon Athletica

TUMI

73 Greenwich Ave. 203-625-9696

289 Greenwich Ave. 203-861-2920 tumi.com

Peserico

279 Greenwich Ave. 203-869-7999 peserico.it

Velvet by Graham & Spencer 271 Greenwich Ave. 203-340-9019 velvet-tees.com

Petticoat Lane

347 Greenwich Ave. 203-863-0045 petticoat-lane.com

Veronica Beard

252 Greenwich Ave. 203-745-2881 veronicabeard.com

The Piccolina Shop

82 Greenwich Ave. 203-900-7001 thepiccolinashop.com

Vilebrequin

200 Greenwich Ave. 203-869-6989 vilebrequin.com

Pinky

71 Church St. 203-504-8737 pinkyofgreenwich.com

Vince

161 Greenwich Ave. 203-742-5858 vince.com

Pologeorgis

Richards

Little Eric of Greenwich

255 Greenwich Ave. 203-622-5023 toryburch.com

Out of the Box

Juja Active

276 Greenwich Ave. 475-897-5653 lelabofragrances.com

Tory Burch

107 Greenwich Ave. 203-987-4518 orvis.com

244 Greenwich Ave. 203-622-6222 rag-bone.com

Le Labo

17 East Putnam Ave. 203-661-0142 threadsandtreads.com

Orvis

163 Greenwich Ave. 203-413-1330 joie.com

92 Greenwich Ave. 203-661-3136 lillypulitzer.com

Threads & Treads

236 Greenwich Ave. 203-629-7081 oliverpeoples.com

Rag & Bone

Lilly Pulitzer

251 Greenwich Ave. 203-629-2323 shoesnmore.com

Oliver Peoples

Joie

60 Lewis St. 203-717-1660 katiefong.com

Shoes ‘n’ More

365 Greenwich Ave. 203-717-1155 oggi5.com

29 Lewis St. 203-266-1996 pologeorgis.com

Katie Fong

75 Greenwich Ave. 203-422-2191 sephora.com

OGGI 5

271 Greenwich Ave. 203-717-0499 jennikayne.com

160 Greenwich Ave. 203-489-3530

Sephora

256 Greenwich Ave. 203-661-1591 madewell.com

Vineyard Vines

145 Greenwich Ave. 203-661-1803 vineyardvines.com

Warby Parker

344 Greenwich Ave. 855-914-3478 warbyparker.com

359 Greenwich Ave. 203-622-0551 richards.mitchell stores.com

Zara

225 Greenwich Ave. 203-861-7411 zara.com

Roller Rabbit

103 Greenwich Ave. 203-869-1969 rollerrabbit.com

JEWELRY

Rodd & Gunn

409 Greenwich Ave. 203-661-0100 ashabyadm.com

ASHA by ADM

354 Greenwich Ave. 203-302-1014 roddandgunn.com

Betteridge

239 Greenwich Ave. 203-869-0124 betteridge.com

Saks Fifth Avenue/ The Saks Shops at Greenwich 205 Greenwich Ave. 200 Greenwich Ave. 20 East Elm St. 203-862-5300 saksfifthavenue.com

Manfredi Jewels

121 Greenwich Ave. 203-622-1414 manfredijewels.com

Shreve Crump & Low

151 Greenwich Ave. 203-622-5046 lululemon.com

125 Greenwich Ave. 203-622-6205 shrevecrumpandlow.com

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Simon Teakle Jewelry 4 Grigg St. 203-769-5888 simonteakle.com

Steven Fox Jewelry

8 Lewis St. 203-629-3303 stevenfoxjewelry.com

Tiffany & Co.

140 Greenwich Ave. 203-661-7847 tiffany.com

HOME DÉCOR, DESIGN, BOOKS, TOYS AND GIFTS Baccarat

238 Greenwich Ave. 203-618-0900 baccarat.com

Boll & Branch

169 Greenwich Ave. 475-500-7033 bollandbranch.com

Home Boutique of Greenwich 14 Lewis St. 203-869-2550 homeboutique.com

Leicht Greenwich Kitchens

11 E. Putnam Ave. 203-340-9933 leichtgreenwich.com

Lynnens

278 Greenwich Ave. 203-629-3659 lynnens.com

McArdle’s Florist & Garden Center 48 Arch St. 203-661-5600 mcardles.com

Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams

45 East Putnam Ave. 203-661-4480 mgbwhome.com

Christopher Peacock Cabinetry

Naturepedic

2 Dearfield Dr. 203-862-9333 peacockhome.com

79 E. Putnam Ave. 203-340-9988 naturepedic.com

Circa Lighting

Navy Lobster

21 West Putnam Ave. 203-622-1417 circalighting.com

58 William St. 203-625-8243

Diane’s Books

21 West Putnam Ave. 203-518-8068 oomphhome.com

8 Grigg St. A 203-869-1515 dianesbooks.com

Farrow & Ball

32 East Putnam Ave. 203-422-0990 farrow-ball.com

Funky Monkey

86 Greenwich Ave. 203-717-1888 funkymonkey.toys

Gilles Clement Design 120 E. Putnam Ave. 203-717-1919 gclementdesigns.com

GDV i.e.

88 Greenwich Ave. 203-661-0116 graysondevere.com

Greenwich Orchids

106 Mason Street 203-661-5544 greenwichorchids.com

Hästens

21-23 E. Putnam Ave. 203-629-8022 hastens.com

Hoagland’s of Greenwich

175 Greenwich Ave. 203-869-2127 hoaglands.com

Oomph

Patrick Mele 60 William St. 203-717-1888 patrickmele.com

RH Greenwich 310 Greenwich Ave. 203-552-1040 rh.com

RH Baby & Child/ RH Teen 264 Greenwich Ave. 203-489-1266 rhbabyandchild.com

Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses 437 North St. 203-869-3418 sambridge.com

SM Home

135 E. Putnam Ave. 203-629-8121 sandramorganinteriors .com

Sarah Blank Design Studio

19 West Putnam Ave. 203-655-6900 sarahblankdesignstudio.com

Simon Pearce

125 E. Putnam Ave. 203-861-0780 simonpearce.com

Tel: 203.489.3800 | @charleshiltonarchitects | hiltonarchitects.com

SHOPPING SPOTLIGHT

RESOURCES Smart Kids Toys 17 East Elm Street 203-869-0022 sktoys.com

Splurge

39 Lewis St. 203-869-7600 splurgegifts.com

Steinway & Sons Greenwich 72 Greenwich Ave. 203-227-8222 steinwayct.com

The Perfect Provenance 47 Arch Street 203-900-1131 theperfectprovenance.com

The Shade Store

48 West Putnam Ave. 203-987-3080 theshadestore.com

The Tailored Home

2 Greenwich Ave. 203-542-5046 thetailoredhomect.com

Tiger Lily’s

154 Prospect St. 203-629-6510 tigerlilysgreenwich.com

Waterworks

23 West Putnam Ave. 203-869-7766 waterworks.com

Winston Flowers

382 Greenwich Ave. 800-622-0722 winstonflowers.com

FITNESS Belly and Body

1381 E. Putnam Ave. 203-637-3399 bellyandbody.com

Club Sweat

1345 E. Putnam Ave. 203-344-1193 club-sweat.com

Combine Training

469 W. Putnam Ave. 203-717-1700 combinetrainingct.com

Countdown Fitness 409 Greenwich Ave. 203-594-6684 countdownfit.com

Equinox Greenwich 16 Old Track Road 203-863-0070 equinox.com

Forme Barre Fitness 141 W. Putnam Ave. 203-625-7616 formebarre.com

Greenwich Barre Studio

109 Greenwich Ave. 203-900-1400 greenwichbarrestudio.com

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Pure Barre

280 Railroad Ave. 203-489-3500 purebarre.com

SLT

134 E. Putnam Ave. 203-622-6700 sltnyc.com

SoulCycle

266 Mason Street 203-653-7685 soul-cycle.com

YMCA

50 East Putnam Ave. 203-869-1630 greenwichymca.org

YWCA

259 East Putnam Ave. Greenwich 203-869-6501 ywcagreenwich.org

BEAUTY SALON/ SPA Angela Cosmai Salon 289 Greenwich Ave. 203-461-8252 angelacosmai.com

Celia B. Skin Care 181 Greenwich Ave. 203-861-6850 celiabskincare.com

Christopher Noland Salon and Beauty

124 Greenwich Ave. 203-622-4247 christophernoland.com

The Color Café

23 Benedict Place 203-769-1929 colorcafestudio.com

Davis Feliz Salon

2 Lewis Ct. 203-861-6700 davisfelizsalon.com

GlamBlow

18 Lewis St. 203-622-0018 glam-blow.com

Jaafar Tazi Hair Salon 149 Greenwich Ave. 203-340-2525 jaafartazi.com

Maison D’Alexandre

33 Lewis St. 203-661-1111 maisondalexandre.com

Paulo Lanfredi Salon 401 Greenwich Ave. 203-900-1221 paulolanfredi.com

Warren Tricomi Salon 1 E. Putnam Ave. 203-863-9300 warrentricomi.com

COS COB Beam & Barre

241 E. Putnam Ave. 203-622-0591 beamandbarre.com

Do’s by Christopher Noland 395 E. Putnam Ave. 203-489-3200 doshair.com

The Drawing Room

220 E. Putnam Ave. 203-661-3737 thedrawingroomhome.com

Marietta C.

436 E. Putnam Ave. 203-661-2171 mariettac.com

Trovare Home

245 East Putnam Ave. 203-869-5512 trovarehomedesign.com

OLD GREENWICH Abigail Fox Designs 187 Sound Beach Ave. 203-344-1707 abigailfoxstore.com

Anna Banana

248 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-0128

Back 40 Mercantile

264 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-0240 back40mercantile.com

Bennett Jewelers

254 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-0217

bennettjewelers

oldgreenwich.com

Claudette

177 Sound Beach Ave. 203-990-0600

claudettestyles.com Fred

236 Sound Beach Ave. 203-344-9533 thefredshop.com

Housewarmings

264 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-5106 housewarmingsct.com

Images of Old Greenwich 202 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-4193 imagescenter.com

Lily

250 Sound Beach Ave. 203-990-0951 lilyoldgreenwich.com

Originals

261 Sound Beach Ave. 203-344-9038 originalslifestyle.com

Something Special Florist

212 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-7556

WELCOME TO GREENWICH!

Greenwich’s premier family jeweler welcomes you!

Visit our full-service Greenwich Avenue boutique for fine jewelry, an incredible selection of new and pre-owned timepieces and quality giftware.

125 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich (203) 622-6205 www.shrevecrumpandlow.com

VENERA ALEXANDROVA

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opposite page: Scenic outdoor dining options on the Avenue above left: Chef Adrien Blech from newcomer Orienta above right: Chilean Sea Bass at Famous Greek Kitchen

Cuisine Scene

The town’s world-class dining appeals to all ages and appetites

KYLE NORTON

G

reenwich is a go-to

year brings a new crop of tasty choices and

destination for a

this year is no exception. Among the recent

variety of dining

openings are MOON, which offers a mashup

specializing in New American cuisine; its

experiences, from

of Japanese, Thai and Chinese cuisines

minimalist décor attracts a well-heeled

classic French and

with an American twist; KISSAKI, whose

crowd. Ditto POLPO on the Old Post Road,

authentic Italian to

specialty is traditional Japanese omakase;

where diners sup on hearty Italian fare and

wood-fired pizzas

and ORIENTA, a French-Vietnamese bistro,

the piano bar has a New York saloon vibe.

and fresh-off the boat sushi. There are coffee

from the team behind LE FAT POODLE

The Riverside landmark, VALBELLA, boasts

bars offering cold-pressed brews, a gluten-

and LE PENGUIN. There are new bakeries

elegant dining rooms and an outdoor terrace.

free bakery, and fast-food spots specializing

(RAPHAEL’S and COBS BREAD), a new salad

THOMAS HENKELMANN at the Homestead

in healthy fare (think dairy-free smoothies

and grain bowl option (SWEETGREEN),

Inn, a nineteenth-century Victorian manor

and vegan grain bowls). Many eateries are

and for bagel lovers, LENNY’S BAGELS in

in Belle Haven, serves classic contemporary

located along the easily walkable Greenwich

Cos Cob. To meet the stringent demands

French cuisine.

Avenue and surrounding side streets. But

of the state’s COVID-19 protocols, most

the outlying hamlets of Cos Cob, Riverside,

restaurateurs continue to provide take-out,

fine French cuisine. At LE PENGUIN,

Byram, Glenville and Old Greenwich boast

curbside and other delivery options, and

butcher-paper-topped tables add to the

a fine selection of restaurants, too. Each

many offer outdoor dining—which has

bistro atmosphere, as do favorites such as

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created a vibrant al fresco dining scene.

In Glenville, REBECCA’S is a stylish spot

Closer to the Avenue there is even more

CUISINE SCENE

this page, left: Al fresco dining at Mediterraneo and Harvest Wine Bar & Restaurant on Greenwich Avenue right: Tony Capasso from Tony’s at the J House opposite page, clockwise from left: Miku’s Good 4 You Roll; Sleek interiors at MOON; Seared Sea Scallops from Townhouse; Orienta’s Mandarin Chocolate Mousse

escargot, mussels in white wine and steak

beans are roasted in-house and the brew is

for its European baked goods, many of which

frites Béarnaise. Its sister restaurant in Old

sublime. Ditto JOE STUDIO CAFÉ in Old

are gluten-free. And speaking of gluten-

Greenwich, LE FAT POODLE, is a fun, upscale

Greenwich, where the coffee culture thrives.

free, BY THE WAY BAKERY’S small batch,

spot with French bistro cuisine—the red

Joe’s beans are roasted daily on-site and

handmade cakes, cookies, muffins and more

snapper in coconut curry is a crowd fave. At

there are plenty of comfy chairs for lounging.

are gluten- and dairy-free. SOMETHING

L’ESCALE at the Delamar, the fresh seasonal

Virtually next door, UPPER CRUST BAGELS

NATURAL (behind Saks) is an outpost of

fare is Mediterranean in feel. At the waterfront

serves fresh bagels and all the trimmings.

Nantucket’s iconic sandwich shop, known for

terrace, with its distinctly nautical air, you’ll

Down the street, SWEET PEA’S BAKING

oversized sandwiches on its signature house-

find the cheerful Bar Octopus, which offers a

COMPANY is a neighborhood hot spot with

baked Portuguese bread. For a post-shopping

menu of craft cocktails and a variety of seafood

classic American treats, Brazilian staples and

pick-me-up, head to CAFÉ 47, which is tucked

bites. Inside, the restaurant’s Provencal style

excellent luncheon fare. In Riverside, ADA’S

away in Perfect Provenance, a luxury goods

transports diners to the South of France.

KITCHEN + COFFEE has become the go-to-

boutique.

The contemporary BISTRO V offers a diverse

destination for grab-and-go breakfast and

selection of pastries—buttery croissants, tarte

lunch options. Start the day with avocado

MAN is known for its hearty American

tatin—crusty breads and classics such as French

toast or a blueberry chia smoothie; for lunch

fare and craft beers; there is always a wide

onion soup, croque monsieur, grilled salmon

the kale and quinoa salad bowl hits the spot.

assortment of stouts, lagers and IPAs on tap.

and beef bourguignon. Across the street at

Back on and near the Avenue, other topnotch

For fresh seafood and shellfish served up in a

MELI-MELO, families adore the bright, cheerful

offerings are Debra Ponzak’s AUX DELICES

bright, convivial atmosphere, locals head to

space, where crepes take center stage.

on West Elm Street, a great place to refuel

ELM STREET OYSTER HOUSE. Small plates,

after shopping; BLACK FOREST BAKERY on

tapas, paellas—all this and more awaits at

cafés and bakeries in town. COFFEE CAFÉ

Lewis Street with its delightful selection of

DOURO, a Mediterranean-style restaurant

ROASTERS on Greenwich Avenue was one

German-baked goods and pastries; and

with a Portuguese flair. SOUTH BAY transports

of the town’s first boutique coffee joints. The

ST. MORITZ BAKERY, another crowd favorite

guests to a coastal dining experience, with its

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LEFT: VENERA ALEXANDROVA; RIGHT: KYLE NORTON

There is no shortage of superb coffee shops,

Near the top of the Avenue, the GINGER

TOP LEFT: THOMAS MCGOVERN; TOP RIGHT: COURTESY OF MOON; BOTTOM ROW: KYLE NORTON

CUISINE SCENE

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CUISINE SCENE

RESTAURANTS: A TASTING

Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Across the street, its sister restaurant, HARVEST WINE BAR, offers farm-to-fork fare in a beautifully rustic setting. Several other cool spots are LITTLE BEET TABLE, with its gluten-free, vegetable

BYRAM Famous Greek Kitchen

forward menu, and newcomer SWEETGREEN,

10 N. Water St. 203-531-6887 famousgreekkitchen.com

which has tasty to-go salads and grain bowls.

Firehouse Deli

MIKU SUSHI is a sleek contemporary space that serves traditional Japanese cuisine, while LA TAQUERIA offers a modern take on Mexican comfort food and a stellar selection of tequilas. When it comes to Mexican food, nothing beats BOXCAR CANTINA, the familyowned classic on Old Field Point Road. In Old Greenwich since 1994, APPLAUSI OSTERIA’S fresh pasta and other Italian specialties attract a loyal following. Similarly LOUIE’S in Cos Cob has a clubby atmosphere and serves classic comfort food, Italian-style.

The contemporary vibe of TONY’S AT THE

19 E. Putnam Ave. 203-489-3610 btwbakery.com

Mediterraneo

Caren’s Cos Cobber 31 East Putnam Ave. 203-992-1333 thecoscobber.com

232 E. Putnam Ave. 203-900-1288 gelatoecioccolato.com

the space once occupied by Gabriele’s, is all

531 East Putnam Ave. 203-717-1147 littlepub.com

about seasonal coastal American cuisine. For

Louie’s

something a little simpler, LITTLE PUB in Cos

136 River Rd. Ext. 203-422-2177 louiesrestaurantbar.com

sautéed bowls, crafted salads and cauliflower crusted pizzas. Back at the top of the Avenue, THE GRANOLA BAR serves up more than its namesake granola. You’ll find offerings like bowls, wraps, sandwiches, smoothies and coffees in a bright, modern space.

Families love the pies at PIZZA POST and sweet treats at GOFER ICE CREAM next door.

Also in Cos Cob is the new LENNY’S BAGELS at Mill Pond Shopping Center. Comfort food is key at CHICKEN JOE’S, home to the infamous High School Special, as well as GELATO & CIOCCOLATO, which serves delicious homemade gelatos. When it comes to delis, GARDEN CATERING, CORBO’S, RINALDI’S

Cobber North (at the Griff)

Gelato & Cioccolato

Little Pub

KITCHEN is known for its gluten-free menu with

47 Arch St., 203-900-1131 theperfectprovenance .com

231 E. Putnam Ave. 203-861-0075 chickenjoesofgreenwich .com

delectable options, while TOWNHOUSE, in

On West Elm Street, MYX CREATIVE

Café 47 (at Perfect Provenance)

Chicken Joe’s

is another spot for great steak, among other

part? Every night is taco night.

Little Beet Table

By the Way Bakery

seafood and dry-aged steaks. BLACKSTONES

a short walk from the village center. The best

Boxcar Cantina

COS COB

207 East Putnam Ave. 203-900-1955 lennysbagels.com

friendly OLD GREENWICH SOCIAL CLUB is

35 Church St. 203-622-4223 townhousegreenwich .com

376 Greenwich Ave. 203-405-5787 thelittlebeettable.com/ greenwich

Lenny’s Bagels

darts and classic American fare, the family-

Townhouse

61 Lewis St., 203-717-1200 lepenguinbistro.com

44 Old Field Point Rd. 203-661-4774 boxcarcantina.com

hotel) is a fine choice for homemade pastas,

Perfect for an after-work drink, game of

Le Penguin

28 W. Putnam Ave. 203-661-8700 blackstonesteakhousect .com

265 Mill St. 203-531-0002 firehousedeligreenwichct. com

J HOUSE (located in the J House boutique

Cob has the art of the burger down pat.

Blackstones

1323 King St. 203-717-1770 cobbernorth.com

COBS Bread Bakery 5 Riverside Lane 203-990-0560 cobsbread.com

Coffee Café Roasters 118 Greenwich Ave. 203-661-8300 cfcfcoffee.com

Douro 253 Greenwich Ave. 203-869-7622 dourogroup.com

Pizza Post

Eastend Restaurant

522 East Putnam Ave. 203-661-0909 thepizzapost.com

409 Greenwich Ave. 203-862-9200 zhospitalitygroup.com

Rinaldi’s Country Deli

Elm Street Oyster House

70 Orchard St. 203-622-8315 rinaldiscoscob.com

GLENVILLE Rebecca’s

265 Glenville Rd. 203-532-9270 rebeccasgreenwich.com

372 Greenwich Ave. 203-869-4080 harvestwinebar.com

339 Greenwich Ave. 203-661-6634 versaillesgreenwich.com

La Taqueria 10 Greenwich Ave. 203-992-1199 taqueriact.com

Black Forest Bakery 52 Lewis St. 203-629-9330 blackforestpastryshop .com

L’Escale 500 Steamboat Rd. 203-661-4600 lescalerestaurant.com

and FIREHOUSE all have a loyal following.

68 Greenwich Ave. 203-900-7676 mikugreenwich.com

Moon 130 East Putnam Ave. 475-500-0888 moongreenwich.com

Myx Creative Kitchen 19 W. Elm St. 203-861-1150 myxkitchen.com

Orienta 55 Lewis St. 203-489-3394 orientarestaurant.com

Polpo Restaurant 554 Old Post Rd. 203-629-1999 polporestaurant.com

Raphaël’s Bakery 146 Mason St. 203-485-0450 raphsbakery.com

St. Moritz Bakery

(behind Saks Fifth Avenue) 189 Greenwich Ave. 203-863-2100 somethingnaturalct .com

Harvest Wine Bar

Bistro V

Miku Sushi

Ginger Man

41 Greenwich Ave. 203-883-5220 thegranolabarct.com

3 W. Elm St. 203-622-6644 1075 E. Putnam Ave. Riverside; 203-698-1066 auxdelicesfoods.com

362 Greenwich Ave. 203-629-6153 melimelogreenwich.com

383 Greenwich Ave. 203-869-2818 stmoritzgreenwich.com

The Granola Bar

Aux Délices

Meli-Melo

11 West Elm St. 203-629-5795 elmstreetoysterhouse .com

64 Greenwich Ave. 203-861-6400 gingermanct.com

GREENWICH

366 Greenwich Ave. 203-629-4747 zhospitalitygroup.com

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Something Natural

South Bay 403 Greenwich Ave. 203-717-1836 southbayct.com

Sweetgreen 102 Greenwich Ave. 203-379-0704 sweetgreen.com

Terra Ristorante 156 Greenwich Ave. 203-629-5222 zhospitalitygroup.com

Thomas Henkelmann Homestead Inn 420 Field Point Rd. 203-869-7500 homesteadinn.com

OLD GREENWICH Applausi Osteria 199 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-4447 osteriaapplausi.com

Beach House Café 220 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-0367 beachhousecafe.com

Corbo’s Corner Deli 470 W. Putnam Ave. 203-629-4987 corbosdeli.com

Garden Catering 185 Sound Beach Ave. 203-698-2900 177 Hamilton Ave., Byram; 203-422-2555 gardencatering.com

Joe Studio Café 185 Sound Beach Ave. 203-990-0479 joestudiocafe.com

Le Fat Poodle 20 Arcadia Rd. 203-717-1515 lefatpoodle.com

Old Greenwich Social Club 148 Sound Beach Ave. 203-990-3033 ogsocialclub.com

Sweet Pea’s Baking Company 212 Sound Beach Ave. 203-990-0008 sweetpeasct.com

Upper Crust Bagel Co. 197 Sound Beach Ave. 203-698-0079 uppercrustbagel.com

RIVERSIDE Ada’s Kitchen + Coffee 112 Riverside Ave. 203-637-1956 heyroost.com

Tony’s at the J House 1114 East Putnam Ave. 203-698-6999 tonysatthejhouse.com

Valbella 1309 E. Putnam Ave. 203-637-1115 valbellagreenwich.com

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Q&A

New Faces & Places

New to town and the Greenwich Chamber of Commerce, these three businesses are making quite a debut.

Moses Laboy General Manager of MOON 130 East Putnam Ave. • 475-500-0888 • moongreenwich.com

WHEN DID YOU OPEN FOR BUSINESS? We officially opened the doors to MOON on Thursday, January 21, 2021, after a year-and-a-half of uphill battles, including construction challenges and a pandemic.

Moses Laboy, General Manager of MOON

WHY GREENWICH? Kevin Yin, primary owner of MOON, says it best: “I had a vision at the

AS A WELL-KNOWN COCKTAIL GURU, WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR

very beginning that Greenwich would love to see a restaurant like this:

MUST-TRY COCKTAILS?

great service and an approachable menu, a New York City-inspired

I have created a small but extensive beverage program at MOON that

upscale casual dining vibe, and a chic and concise interior look.”

gives range through its specially designed categories: bubbly, stirred and

market inspired.

PLEASE TELL US ABOUT MOON. WHAT KEEPS YOUR CUSTOMERS

Bubbly: The MOON cocktail has been very popular, combining tequila,

COMING BACK?

rosewater, fresh lime juice, sparkling wine and kaffir lime all topped off

The MOON Team—Kevin Yin, Matthew Madera (culinary director) and

by an edible pansy flower.

I—set out to create an engaging, Asian-inspired dining experience in a

Stirred: The Smoke Signal, a play on the classic Old Fashioned, is

beautiful setting. MOON’s menu is a cultural collage, taking its main

receiving great compliments. This cocktail starts by torching star anise

influences from Japan, China and Thailand while using American and

and cinnamon on a Maplewood wood plank. The smoke is captured

European techniques. The dynamic cocktail program and wine menu

in a chilled rocks glass. Clove infused Sagamore Rye, demerara sugar,

highlights an international approach and a diverse selection featuring

angostura and orange bitters are stirred until cold and then poured into

a high percentage of female winemakers or female-run vineyards. As a

the glass over a house-made completely clear, craft ice cube.

Latin-born-and-bred New Yorker and Level II Court of Master Sommeliers

Market Inspired: The Wazowski is a real crowd pleaser with an elixir of

alumni, diversity in wine is a passion of mine, as every bottle has a story

Roku Japanese gin, fresh pressed zucchini water, elderflower, fresh lemon

to tell. The combination of all these components, alongside refined service,

and cucumber.

WHAT ARE YOUR MOST POPULAR MENU ITEMS?

WHAT MAKES THE GREENWICH RESTAURANT SCENE SO VIBRANT?

MOON’s Omakase Bar and its chefs add a unique and interactive element

The vibrancy of the Greenwich restaurant scene comes from its

to the dining experience. Shared plates like the Rock Shrimp Tempura,

community. Greenwich is a small town with a city feel—small but mighty.

Pork Belly Bao, 30-piece sashimi platter and the 32-ounce Dry Aged NY

Its residents are well educated in the culinary arts, including wines and

Strip have been a big hit. And, of course, the Miso Cod and Cauliflower

beverages. This naturally creates a dynamic, ambitious scene ultimately

Steak main courses. None of which would be possible without the talent

fostering creativity.

of Sushi Chef Isamu Yamada and Executive Chef Nisorin Paulino.

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CONTRIBUTED

create an ever-evolving culinary experience that keeps guests coming back.

New to Greenwich?

Whether you are brand new or “new-ish”, we invite you to be a part of Temple Sholom’s warm, vibrant and inclusive community.

Contact Lori Baden at lori.baden@templesholom.com to receive a Welcome Shabbat bag.

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Q&A

Charlotte & Raphaël Dequeker Husband and wife team, Raphaël’s Bakery 146 Mason Street • 203-485-0450 • raphsbakery.com

WHEN DID YOU OPEN FOR BUSINESS? December 20, 2020.

WHY GREENWICH? Greenwich was the perfect place for a couple of reasons. We live in town, having moved here 19 years ago, and we saw a need for a French bakery.

The Greenwich population is very cosmopolitan and knowledgeable when it comes to food!

PLEASE TELL US ABOUT YOUR BAKERY. HAD THIS BEEN A DREAM FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY? We wanted to recreate the experience you would have walking in a small village in France and entering a local bakery. Everything is made on the premises. We even import the flour from France. The smell when

Owners Raphaël and Charlotte Dequeker with son Kelian (center)

you enter the store will bring back a lot of memories. We thought about opening a bakery years ago, but it was only this year that the stars aligned! Everything fell into place—from finding the right location to the

WHAT MAKES THE GREENWICH DINING SCENE SO VIBRANT?

investors who helped us get started. We felt like it was now or never.

As I said earlier, Greenwich has a very cosmopolitan population. People like going out and trying new things. There is a lot of diversity in the

HOW DID YOU MANAGE TO OPEN A NEW BUSINESS DURING THE

dining scene and the choice and quality is tremendous.

PANDEMIC? We keep saying that it only took a pandemic for us to open a bakery. It

BEST PARTS ABOUT RUNNING A FAMILY BUSINESS?

all started when the restaurant Raphaël worked for 18 years shut down

Hanging out together, figuring things out together and spending a lot of

a few weeks last March because of COVID. He asked to use the kitchen

time together. It’s awesome to have three generations working in the same

and did a pop-up shop during the weekend, baking things like croissants

business—besides the two of us, my mom makes the sandwiches, and our

and macarons. It was a tremendous success and people asked when he

two sons help out either behind the counter or doing marketing for us.

who helped us write a business plan and get financing. We found the

WHAT ARE YOUR POPULAR MENU ITEMS? ANYTHING

right place and decided to take a leap of faith. The most challenging issue

SURPRISING?

was getting all the permits, because nothing could be done in person.

The baguette is a favorite. The Napoleon is a huge hit as well. (That’s

The First Selectman, Fred Camillo, and the Greenwich Chamber of

what Raphaël was best known for when he was pastry chef at the

Commerce were super helpful and really guided us through the process.

restaurant.) The most surprising thing has been the success of our cookies—both the chocolate chip walnut cookie and the regular chocolate

WHAT KEEPS YOUR CUSTOMERS COMING BACK?

chip cookies are extremely popular. And finally, our chouquettes (little

Our products, of course! I also think we are very friendly. The entire

puff pastries with coarse sugar on top). They are very French, and our

experience is like going to France, without having to travel.

customers love them!

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ANDREA CARSON

was going to open his own shop. The idea grew, and we talked to people

Q&A

Lena Scilipoti Founding Partner of The Piccolina Shop, along with Janice Wright and Alejandra Salazar 82 Greenwich Avenue • 203-900-7001 • thepiccolinashop.com

WHEN DID YOU OPEN FOR BUSINESS? My partners Janice Wright, Alejandra Salazar and I opened the shop in July 2020.

WHY GREENWICH? We chose Greenwich because of the community. What the town does for small businesses and the level of customer support is unmatched.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR STORE. HAD THIS BEEN A DREAM FOR YOU AND YOUR PARTNERS? We are a community-based little shop, offering a curated assortment of baby and toddler clothing, gifts, gear, toys and more. Each item is handpicked by a group of three moms (us) who base the criteria on one simple question: Is it good enough for the little one we love? The three of us previously worked together at two other new parents/baby and toddler Founding partners (left to right) Lena Scilipoti, Alejandra Salazar and Janice Wright

companies. When the last company we worked for closed, we knew it was time to open our own store.

WHAT ARE YOUR BEST-SELLING ITEMS SO FAR? ANYTHING THAT HOW DID YOU MANAGE TO OPEN DURING THE PANDEMIC?

SURPRISED YOU?

We signed our lease in February 2020, and a few weeks later the

We have expanded our gear selection since opening. We now carry

state shut down. We had to delay our opening from May 2020 to July

UPPAbaby, Nuna, Doona and Babyzen. We have also seen a lot of our

2020. Because we are still in the middle of the pandemic, we have to

customers registering with our shop on Babylist, which is amazing. We

constantly think of ways to gain new customers. Every day we have

knew gear was going to be a big deal, and we are very excited about the

customers come in and ask if we just opened. We have our loyal customer

growth in this category.

base who we love, but we know there are so many untapped customers in the community who don’t know about us, so we are always thinking of

WHAT ARE YOUR SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE PLACES IN TOWN?

ways to connect with them.

We love all the different restaurants on the Avenue, though our current favorites are Terra and Miku.

WHAT MAKES THE GREENWICH RETAIL SCENE SO VIBRANT? Greenwich is the ultimate shopping destination. The Avenue has so much

ANY NEW DEVELOPMENTS?

to offer customers. It’s a retailer’s dream!

We are going to be expand our gear and in-home categories further to include vendors like Stokke. Watch this space!

We truly love what we do and spending time together. We always

WHAT KEEPS YOUR CUSTOMERS COMING BACK?

share laughs, but at the same time we know each other’s strengths and

We treat our customers the way we would want to be treated. When they

weakness so well—in that way we balance each other and the business

walk into our shop, we want them to feel like they’re visiting friends. We

out. Plus, the fact that we get to grow this business together and enjoy the

have bottled water and snacks available, we help them with their needs,

people and customers we work with is a blessing.

and we catch up on what’s going on in their lives.

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ANDREA CARSON

BEST PARTS ABOUT RUNNING A BUSINESS WITH FRIENDS?

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In addition to private institutions (above and opposite page), Greenwich boasts a dynamic school system with four public magnet schools and an alternative high school.

Learning Curve

n this community of more than

Academic excellence is paramount. Four

choose from 300 courses—everything from

62,000 residents, students have

of the elementary schools and one middle

English 101 and digital video production to

access to a wealth of learning

school serve as magnet schools. THE

Mandarin Chinese and macroeconomics.

opportunities. The District’s

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AT DUNDEE and

There are opportunities to pursue independent

outstanding school system remains

NEW LEBANON elementary have international

courses of study, and to take part in programs

a draw for families moving to town.

baccalaureate programs; JULIAN CURTISS

such as the project-based Innovation Lab,

Greenwich has 11 elementary

offers a program in world languages;

and the highly sought-after Honors Science

schools, three middle schools, one high school,

HAMILTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY is the

Research program. Additionally, NORTH

one alternative high school, and a fine selection

district’s first STEAM magnet school; and

MIANUS SCHOOL was named a National Blue

of private schools that boast courses and

WESTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL provides an

Ribbon School in recognition of academic

schedules designed to meet the needs of today’s

Advancement Via Individual Determination-

achievements.

young scholars.

theme program, which is a college readiness

For all the academic honors—the GHS

and executive functioning program designed

Class of 2021 includes 13 semifinalists and

Schools held the safety of students and staff

to help all students achieve their goals and

36 commended students recognized in the

a priority, while teachers remained dedicated

reach their full academic potential.

2021 National Merit Scholarship Program—a

During the pandemic, Greenwich Public

by adapting different and effective learning models throughout the year.

The focus on academics continues straight through high school, where students can 38 W E LCO M E TO G R E E N W I C H

big part of what makes Greenwich stand out is the depth of its extracurricular offerings.

BRUNSWICK SCHOOL/ GREG HOROWITZ

I

An array of academic and extracurricular options helps students thrive

BRUNSWICK SCHOOL/ JEFFRY KONCZAL

LEARNING CURVE

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LEARNING CURVE

above: From car parades and drive-through ceremonies to staggered graduations, seniors found a way to make celebrations special.

There are countless ways for students to

classrooms and learning centers, and working

pursue their interests. They can contribute

as tech assistants in the GHS media center,

many excellent private schools, including

to school magazines and newspapers,

while others are working with organizations

GREENWICH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL,

photograph school events, perform onstage

such as GEMS, Abilis, Greenwich Hospital,

which is the only co-ed, independent Nursery-

in musicals, and play in a string ensemble

Neighbor to Neighbor and more.

Grade 12 college preparatory day school in

Additionally, Greenwich schools stand out

Greenwich. Other private schools of note are

are more than 100 formal clubs at the high

in their leagues. Though the 2020 athletic

SACRED HEART, BRUNSWICK, GREENWICH

school alone. Students can indulge all their

season was cut short, the high school fields

ACADEMY and WHITBY, one of the oldest

passions for anime, baking, coding, debate,

43 varsity sports, whose teams historically

Montessori schools in the country. The

entrepreneurship and more.

have won numerous county, state and

exemplary KING SCHOOL in Stamford and

regional championships. GHS athletes

RYE COUNTRY DAY in Rye, New York, are

Greenwich Public School kids excel. They

routinely go on to compete at the college

nearby. For adults, the Greenwich Public

volunteer for such organizations as Clean

level. For those who want to play at a less

Schools’ continuing education program offers

and Green, Adopt-a-Dog, and Family Centers,

competitive level, there are plenty of fun

more than 250 courses a year, with both online

among others. These experiences offer

intramural options to consider, including

and in person options.

students the opportunity to learn new skills,

tennis, flag football and soccer.

When it comes to community service,

make meaningful connections with new

Families in Greenwich also have access

Greenwich is nicely located for those who want to pursue higher education. A

people in town, and make a difference in the

to high-quality preschool education. In

UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT (UCONN)

lives of others. In 2020, 253 members of the

addition to the public preschool, there are

campus is just across the border in

high school’s senior class were inducted into

more than 30 institutions, many connected

Stamford; SUNY PURCHASE COLLEGE and

the National Honor Society. As part of the

with local schools and churches. Several

MANHATTANVILLE in Purchase, New York,

society’s requirement for membership, many

Greenwich daycare centers offer programs

are nearby, and FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY is just

are now serving as peer tutors, helping in

for preschool-age children, too.

a short drive away.

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TYLER SIZEMORE/HEARST CONNECTICUT MEDIA

or jazz combo. As for school clubs, there

Equally important, Greenwich boasts

At Whitby, there is no ceiling on learning.

Each student is challenged to achieve their personal best, helping them to define success on their own terms.

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Open Minds. Big Ideas. Infinite Possibilities.

RYE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

RESPONSIBILITY

PERSONAL AND ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

DIVERSITY WITHIN AN COMMUNITY 900+ students representing 40+ school districts from NY and CT. 8:1 student/faculty ratio

Student/Faculty Ratio

Lower/Middle School Clubs

Upper School Clubs

Avg. Upper School Class Size

Interscholastic Sports Teams

R ESPECT AND

C OMMITMENT TO

EXPERIENCE Providing Pre-K – Grade 12 students with an excellent education delivered in person or online. $2.5+ million invested in leading-edge technology for hybrid-flex learning, safety equipment, and facilities updates.

CORE VALUES

INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY

SERVICE CAMPUS & LOCATION The 26-acre campus features state-of-the-art academic, athletic, and creative facilities and is conveniently accessible by train and car.

Students and faculty commute from Fairfield and Westchester counties and New York City.

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FOUNDED

1869 Not for Self, but for Service.

- School motto

COLLEGE MATRICULATION The most popular matriculation choices for RCDS students 2016-2020 (number of students attending in parentheses):

Cornell University (34) University of Pennsylvania (27) Harvard University (19) New York University (17) Vanderbilt University (14) Brown University (13) Duke University (13) Georgetown University (13) University of Michigan (13) Washington Univ. in St. Louis (13) Northwestern University (12) University of Chicago (11)

LEARNING CURVE JUST NEXT DOOR The Children’s School Coed, ages three to eight 118 Scofieldtown Rd. Stamford 203-329-8815, childrensschool.org

Fusion Academy

Coed, 6th to 12th grade 66 Gatehouse Rd. Stamford 203-323-2191 fusionacademy.com

King School

Coed, pre-K to 12th grade 1450 Newfield Ave. Stamford 203-322-3496 kingschoolct.org

The Long Ridge School

Coed, nursery to 5th grade 478 Erskine Rd. Stamford, CT 203-322-7693 longridgeschool.org

New Canaan Country School Coed, nursery to 9th grade 635 Frogtown Rd. New Canaan 203-972-0771 countryschool.net

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS

GREENWICH PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Brunswick School

290 Greenwich Ave. 203-625-7400; greenwichschools.org

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Cos Cob Elementary School 300 East Putnam Ave. 203-869-4670

Glenville Elementary School 33 Riversville Rd. 203-531-9287

Hamilton Avenue Elementary School 184 Hamilton Ave. Greenwich 203-869-1685

International School at Dundee 55 Florence Rd. Riverside 203-637-3800

Julian Curtiss Elementary School 180 East Elm St. Greenwich 203-869-1896

New Lebanon Elementary School 25 Mead Ave. Greenwich 203-531-9139

North Mianus Elementary School

309 Palmer Hill Rd. Riverside; 203-637-9730

North Street Elementary School 381 North St. Greenwich 203-869-6756

Old Greenwich Elementary School 285 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-0150

Parkway Elementary School 141 Lower Cross Rd. Greenwich 203-869-7466

Riverside Elementary School 90 Hendrie Ave. 203-637-1440

Boys, pre-K to 12th grade 100 Maher Ave. Greenwich 203-625-5800 brunswickschool.org

MIDDLE SCHOOLS Central Middle School

Carmel Academy

9 Indian Rock Lane Greenwich 203-661-8500

Eastern Middle School

Western Middle School

1 Western Junior Hwy. Greenwich 203-531-5700

Eagle Hill School

Putnam Indian Field School

Girls, pre-K to 12th grade 200 N. Maple Ave. Greenwich 203-625-8900 greenwichacademy.org

Greenwich High School

10 Hillside Rd. 203-625-8000

Greenwich Catholic School

The Windrose Program

Coed, pre-K to 8th grade 471 North St., Greenwich 203-869-4000 gcsct.org

(formerly Greenwich Alternative HS) greenwichschools.org/ windrose

Greenwich Japanese School

Coed, 1st to 9th grade 270 Lake Ave. Greenwich 203-629-9039 gwjs.org

Greenwich Academy

HIGH SCHOOLS

Coed, pre-K to 12th grade 401 Old Church Rd. 257 Stanwich Rd. Greenwich 203-863-5600 gcds.net

Coed, K to 8th grade 270 Lake Ave. Greenwich 203-863-9663 carmelacademy.com Coed, ages five to 15 (for children with learning differences) 45 Glenville Rd. Greenwich 203-622-9240 eaglehillschool.org

51 Hendrie Ave. Riverside; 203-637-1744

Greenwich Country Day School

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Coed, toddler to pre-K 101 Indian Field Rd. Greenwich 203-661-4629 pifs.net

Sacred Heart Greenwich

Girls, K to 12th grade 1177 King St. Greenwich 203-531-6500 shgreenwich.org

Whitby School

Coed, pre-K to 8th grade 969 Lake Ave. Greenwich 203-869-8464 whitbyschool.org

Rye Country Day School

Coed, pre-K to 12th grade 3 Cedar St. Rye, NY 914-967-1417 ryecountryday.org

St. Luke’s School

Coed, 5th to 12th grade 377 N. Wilton Rd. New Canaan 203-966-5612 stlukesct.org

Villa Maria School Coed, K to 9th grade (for children with learning differences) 161 Sky Meadow Dr. Stamford 203-322-5886 villamariaedu.org

Winston Preparatory School Coed, 4th to 12th grade (for children with learning differences) 57 West Rock Rd. Norwalk; 203-229-0465 winstonprep.edu

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Founded by sailing enthusiasts in 1889, Indian Yacht Club continues a strong tradition with the sport through racing, cruising and sailing programs for youth and adults.

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Country club life comes with sporty, social and family-friendly options country clubs—which offer everything from

summer is when they really shine. Between

to love Greenwich

championship golf and tennis to swimming,

Memorial Day and Labor Day, the weeks are

is its wonderfully

paddle tennis, squash, trap, skeet and indoor

full of fun, family-friendly activities such as

diverse selection of

bowling—there are community clubs, yacht

outdoor barbecues, Fourth of July fireworks,

private clubs. For

clubs and even a club dedicated to racket

shore dinners with all the trimmings, classic

many residents, these

sports. All offer first-rate instruction to

regattas, tennis tournaments, competitive

clubs form the nexus

beginners, league play for those looking to

swim races and more.

of their social lives. For others, they provide a

up the ante, and a fantastic slate of kids’

welcome respite from a busy work week. It’s

programs—from summer camps to junior

beautifully designed golf courses that roll and

no wonder that club culture is deeply woven

sailing, golf, tennis and competitive swimming

rise along tree-lined fairways. Located just

into the fabric of the community, and with 15

programs. Though most are open year round

off Doubling Road in mid-country, the oldest

to choose from, there is something to fit most

for dining and various indoor activities, as well

among them, GREENWICH COUNTRY CLUB,

tastes and budgets. In addition to traditional

as paddle tennis—and for sailors, frostbiting—

dates back to 1892. Behind its white-brick

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SOCIAL NETWORK facade, grand interiors strike an elegant note. From the outdoor terrace, diners are afforded a sweeping view of Long Island Sound. The spacious pool area has a sleek, resort feel. Nearby, at the end of Perkins Road, the stone-and-clapboard clubhouse of BURNING TREE sits amid elegantly landscaped grounds. In the backcountry, off North Street, discreet stone pillars mark the entrance to THE STANWICH CLUB, generally considered home to one of the most challenging courses in the state. ROUND HILL CLUB is tucked at the end of a winding road off Round Hill; its low-slung gray clapboard clubhouse evokes an English country-manor feel. Also in the backcountry is TAMARACK COUNTRY CLUB, founded in 1929. Its restored Charles Bank-designed course has been challenging golfers for decades. The history of FAIRVIEW COUNTRY CLUB is full of twists and turns. First established in Westchester in 1904, it was displaced twice over the years by highway construction. Now located off King Street, a grand brick clubhouse overlooks a Robert Trent Jones course, which was built in 1968. In Old Greenwich, the INNIS ARDEN GOLF CLUB features all the sporty bells and whistles a family might want, including a tennis bubble for winter play. And, of course, when the snow falls, the fairways behind the clubhouse serve as prime sledding territory.

Greenwich also boasts two superb yacht clubs, both of which date back to the late nineteenth century. First founded in 1888 as a club for the local community, RIVERSIDE YACHT CLUB has long been a major contender in yachting circles. It has a superb marina, pool, tennis courts and a strong competitive sailing program for kids and adults alike. Closer to downtown Greenwich sits the grande dame of yacht clubs. Built in 1889 on land leased from Boss Tweed, INDIAN HARBOR is first and foremost a yacht club with a rich history tied to famous ocean racers and the America’s Cup. Adding to its allure is the picturesque setting at the mouth of Greenwich Harbor; at night, dining on the terrace is a singular experience. Although not technically

Riverside Yacht Club offers competitive sailing as well as swimming, tennis and dining.

a yacht club, the GREENWICH WATER CLUB in Cos Cob offers water activities, plus three pools and a riverfront setting. There’s an on-site restaurant with outdoor dining and sweeping views of the Mianus River, all of which add to the family-friendly atmosphere.

The town also has several highly sought-after community clubs.

Established in 1929, The MILBROOK CLUB’s elegant Tudor clubhouse anchors a delightful nine-hole golf course, swimming, tennis, paddle tennis and lakeside dining. There’s more good news for prospective members of this club: Milbrook offers an ex-pat program for families relocating to Greenwich from overseas. In Old Greenwich, the ROCKY POINT CLUB is a seasonal option for families who enjoy the breezy, barefoot vibe, while BELLE HAVEN CLUB—with its shingle-style clubhouse, prime waterfront setting and active sailing program—is designed for residents of Belle Haven. In Glenville, the BAILIWICK CLUB offers swimming and tennis in summer and paddle tennis in winter. In a

RESOURCES Greenwich Country Club

12 Duncan Drive 203-531-7591 thebailiwickclub.com

19 Doubling Road 203-869-1000 greenwichcountryclub.org

Belle Haven Club

Greenwich Water Club

100 Harbor Drive 203-861-5353 bellehavenclub.com

49 River Road Cos Cob, 203-661-4033 greenwichwaterclub.com

60 Rocky Point Road Old Greenwich 203-637-2397 rockypointclub.com

Burning Tree Country Club

Indian Harbor Yacht Club

Round Hill Club 33 Round Hill Club Road 203-869-2350 rhclub.org

Fairview Country Club

Innis Arden Golf Club

The Stanwich Club

squash. There are theme evenings, pool parties and Shakespeare lectures.

The Field Club

marked by a pair of lanterns embossed with the letters “FC.”

Rocky Point Club

710 Steamboat Road 203-869-2484 indianharboryc.com

sports, with a choice of grass and clay courts, plus paddle tennis and In keeping with its understated profile, the club’s entrance is simply

102 Club Road Riverside 203-637-1706 riversideyc.org

120 Perkins Road 203-869-9004 burningtreecc.org

1241 King Street 203-531-6200 fairviewcountryclub.org

category all its own, the FIELD CLUB of Greenwich is dedicated to racket

Riverside Yacht Club

Bailiwick Club of Greenwich

276 Lake Ave. 203-869-1300 fcofgreenwich.com

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120 Tomac Ave. Old Greenwich 203-637-6900 innisardengolfclub.com

The Milbrook Club 61 Woodside Drive 203-869-4540 milbrookclub.com

888 North Street 203-869-0555 stanwich.com

Tamarack Country Club 55 Locust Road 203-531-7300 tamarackcountryclub.com

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Serene Sanctuaries

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These houses of worship play an active role in community life

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t may surprise newcomers to learn there are more than 40 houses of worship in this town of approximately 62,000

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residents, many of which date back hundreds of years.

Diamond Hill United Methodist Church

From the outset they served as a meeting place for the

521 E. Putnam Ave. 203-869-2395 diamondhillumc.com

town’s early residents, mostly farmers and fishermen, providing much-needed fellowship and spiritual sustenance. Among the oldest: FIRST CONGREGATIONAL

Greenwich Reform Synagogue

CHURCH OF GREENWICH was incorporated in 1665, STANWICH

92 Orchard St. 203-629-0018 grs.org

CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH was founded in 1731, and CHRIST CHURCH was established as a parish in 1749. Christ Church’s

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neighbor, TEMPLE SHOLOM, was formed in 1916 and is now the

Anglican Church of the Advent

largest synagogue in Greenwich. While they certainly speak to the

606 Riversville Rd. Facebook: @greenwichanglican

area’s storied past, these houses of worship are very much involved in the present.

One need only glance through a typical week’s worth of events to

Little Bethel A.M.E. Church

see what a huge role they play in the lives of so many residents. They

44 Lake Ave. 203-661-3099 Facebook: @LittleBethelAME

are thoroughly modern sanctuaries with everything from book clubs, yoga classes and meditation lessons to virtual prayer boxes, healing circles, outreach programs and childcare. They have their own social

Chabad Lubavitch of Greenwich

media handles, and you’ll find them on Facebook, Instagram and

75 Mason St. 203-629-9059 chabadgreenwich.org

YouTube. Early on in 2020, they pivoted to a digital format to offer livestream sermons and prayer groups and even virtual coffee hours.

For a current calendar of events, as well as weekly worship schedules,

Christ Church Greenwich

please check individual websites.

254 E. Putnam Ave. 203-869-6600 christchurchgreenwich.org

opposite page: Christ Church is the oldest Episcopal church in New England.

Dingletown Community Church

below: The First Congregational Church of Greenwich was established in 1665.

376 Stanwich Rd. 203-629-5923 dingletown.org

First Baptist Church 10 Northfield St. 203-869-7988 firstbaptistgreenwich.com

First Church of Christ, Scientist 11 Park Place 203-869-1555 christiansciencect.org/ greenwich

First Church of Round Hill 464 Round Hill Rd. 203-629-3876 firstchurchofroundhill.org

First Lutheran Church 38 Field Point Rd. 203-869-0032 flcgreenwich.org

First Presbyterian Church 1 W. Putnam Ave. 203-869-8686 fpcg.org JULIE BIDWELL

First United Methodist Church 59 E. Putnam Ave. 203-629-9584 fumcgreenwich.com

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Grace Church of Greenwich Worship at The Women’s Club of Greenwich 89 Maple Ave. 203-861-7555 gracechurchgreenwich. com

Greenwich Baptist Church 10 Indian Rock Lane 203-869-2807 greenwichbaptist.org

Harvest Time Church 1338 King St. 203-531-7778 htchurch.com

St. Timothy Chapel 1034 North St. 203-869-5421 stmichaelgreenwich.com

Second Congregational Church 139 E. Putnam Ave. 203-869-9311 2cc.org

Stanwich Congregational Church 202 Taconic Rd. 203-661-4420 stanwichchurch.org

Temple Sholom

Japanese Gospel Church

300 E. Putnam Ave. 203-869-7191 templesholom.com

286 Delavan Ave. 203-531-6450

Trinity Church

North Greenwich Congregational Church 606 Riversville Rd. 203-869-7763 northgreenwichchurch.org

Round Hill Community Church 395 Round Hill Rd. 203-869-1091 roundhillcommunitychurch.org

Sacred Heart Church 95 Henry St. 203-531-8730 sacredheartgreenwich.org

St. Barnabas Episcopal Church 954 Lake Ave. 203-661-5526 stbarnabasgreenwich.org

St. Mary Catholic Church 178 Greenwich Ave. 203-869-9393 stmarygreenwich.org

St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church 469 North St. 203-869-5421 stmichaelgreenwich.com

St. Paul Lutheran Church 286 Delavan Ave. 203-531-8466 firstpaul.com

St. Paul Catholic Church 84 Sherwood Ave. 203-531-8741 strochchurch.com

St. Roch Catholic Church 10 St. Roch Ave. 203-869-4176 strochchurch.com

Sunday worship at the Greenwich Hyatt 5 River Rd. 203-618-0808 trinitychurch.life

OLD GREENWICH Albertson Memorial Church of Spiritualism 293 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-4615 albertsonchurch.org

First Congregational Church 108 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-1791 fccog.org

Living Hope Community Church 38 West End Ave. 203-637-3669 livinghopect.org

St. Saviour’s Episcopal Church 350 Sound Beach Ave. 203-637-2262 saintsaviours.org

RIVERSIDE The Parish of St. Catherine of Siena and St. Agnes Catholic Church 4 Riverside Ave. 203-637-3661 (St. Catherine campus) 247 Stanwich Rd. 203-637-3661 (St. Agnes campus) stc-sta.org

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 200 Riverside Ave. 203-637-2447 stpaulsriverside.org

above: The Griffith E. Harris Golf Course opposite page, top: Children’s programs at Greenwich Community Sailing opposite page, bottom: Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich’s annual Muddy Up 5K Run and Family Walk

Outdoor Oasis

From sailing and swimming to tennis and golf, Greenwich is a playground for all ages paradise for people

include indoor leagues for winter play.

For starters, Greenwich boasts 42 basketball

the GREENWICH RIDING & TRAILS ASSOCIATION maintains a vast network

who love the

courts, 36 all-weather tennis courts (buy

of trails through the town’s Backcountry.

outdoors. Now, more

tennis and beach passes online), two lighted

Speaking of horses, on Sunday afternoons

than ever our town’s

paddle-tennis courts, two running tracks,

in the summer, spectators head up North

coastal setting and

two horseshoe pits, a croquet field and 14

Street to the GREENWICH POLO CLUB at

thousands of acres of

playgrounds. The Robert Trent Jones Sr.-

Conyers Farm to picnic, socialize and watch

open space, parks and woodlands have become

designed 18-hole GRIFFITH E. HARRIS

high-level matches. And there are other

a haven for people looking to spend time in

GOLF COURSE, the only municipal course

team sports, including several organized by

nature. Whether walking forested trails, sailing

in Greenwich, is open to residents and their

town-sponsored leagues, such as basketball,

Long Island Sound, exploring scenic coves

guests. Figure skaters and hockey players

volleyball, softball, lacrosse and even

by kayak, or acing a serve on a tennis court,

get ice time at the DOROTHY HAMILL RINK

pickleball, a game that combines elements of

residents enjoy a multitude of sporty pursuits.

in Byram, where there are daily in-season,

tennis, ping pong and badminton.

For those who like more organized play, the

open-skating sessions, plus private and

town’s recreational programs are geared toward

group lessons. Come summer, the rink is

Sound, many recreational activities revolve

all age levels, from tots to adults, and even

transformed into a turf field. For equestrians,

around the water. The Mianus River, which

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Given the town’s proximity to Long Island

PHOTO COURTESY OF METROPOLITAN GOLF ASSOCIATION

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reenwich is a

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Summer matches at Greenwich Polo Club (above); Greenwich Common’s walking track by the Avenue (opposite page)

flows between Cos Cob and Riverside,

tables. Stroll to the park’s westerly tip and

after slots fill up fast. On hot summer

serves as a launch pad for paddleboarders,

watch kite surfers swoop and soar on the stiff

evenings, many people enjoy simply riding the

kayakers and rowers. On bright summer

offshore breezes. Off-season, from December

town ferry round-trip as a way to wind down

mornings, you’ll see adults and teens in single,

through April, the Point becomes a playground

after work. Or, you can sign up for the popular

double and multiperson sculls. The beach

for dogs who frolic in the water, chase balls on

Weekly Cruise to Nowhere, which offers a

at GREENWICH POINT PARK (also known

the beach and walk the trails with their people

chance to see the magnificent shoreline homes

as Tod’s Point) is a magnet for families who

companions. A strict leash law is enforced.

from the water. Just remember to bring your

enjoy sunbathing and paddling in the placid

Sailing is a popular pursuit around here,

surf. Easy walking trails meander along the

and on weeknights, the waters are filled with

coast and skirt the saltwater pond, where

sailboats for weekly racing. You don’t have to

town’s multipurpose green spaces. In central

great blue herons and snowy egrets navigate

be a member of a private yacht club to join

Greenwich, BRUCE PARK’S walking trails

the sedge-lined tidal flats. Thanks to the

the fun. GREENWICH COMMUNITY SAILING,

curve past rose gardens and flowering trees;

work of the Greenwich Point Conservancy,

which operates out of the old Chimes Building

there’s a nonstop stream of strollers, joggers

many of the park’s original buildings have

at the Point, has rentals as well as lessons for

and dog walkers. The huge playground has

been beautifully restored, including the

kids and adults. You’ll learn the ropes on easy-

separate areas for toddlers and bigger kids.

COW BARN, which dates back to 1887.

to-manage Hobies, Hunters and Lasers.

You’ll hear the thwack of baseball bats, tennis

Two of the town parks are actually islands

On dry land, the action swings to the

racquets and—only here—croquet mallets.

BAKER PAVILION (named for a beloved local

located a short ride from shore: ISLAND

Competitive and recreational croquet players

schoolteacher and conservancy cofounder)

BEACH has a concession stand, picnic tables

dressed in regulation white gather to play on

with its stunning 4,000-square-foot dining

and a playground; GREAT CAPTAIN ISLAND

the beautifully maintained town court. Next to

deck. Grab a snack and enjoy the view. There

is home to a bird sanctuary and a historic

the ferry dock, ROGER SHERMAN BALDWIN

is another concession stand close to the beach

lighthouse. Both islands are accessible by

PARK is home to the town’s only skate park,

or bring your own food and take advantage of

town ferry and can be reserved for overnight

where enthusiastic teens hit the ramps and

the many strategically placed grills and picnic

camping. Book early, as the highly sought-

rails. Pre-pandemic, the park routinely

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GREENWICH POLO CLUB

Here, you will find the magnificent SUE H.

own drinks and snacks.

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opposite page: Sunset at Tod’s Point above: The Department of Parks and Recreation offers swim lessons at The Greenwich Pool in Byram Park.

meditative way, head to one of the town

the Greenwich Town Party, the Concours

preserves or woodland sanctuaries. Hikers and

d’Elegance vintage car show, a food and wine

horseback riders gravitate to the BABCOCK

festival, and the always popular Puttin’ on

PRESERVE’s nearly 300 wooded acres in the

the Dog festival, which benefits local animal

Backcountry, while MIANUS RIVER PARK,

shelters. Last summer, instead of mid-week

with almost 220 acres straddling Greenwich

concerts, the town pivoted and offered drive-in

and Stamford, attracts birdwatchers,

movie nights, too.

mountain bikers, walkers and fishermen,

Dorothy Hamill Skating Rink

who cast for trout in the fast-moving river. At

203-531-8560 greenwichct.gov

Heading west, BYRAM PARK comprises

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hosted concerts and other events such as

Audubon Center

Greenwich Point Park

203-869-5272 greenwich.audubon.org

203-622-7814 greenwichct.gov

Department of Parks and Recreation

Greenwich Polo Club

203-622-7814 greenwichct.gov

203-531-1639 greenwichpoloclub.com

Greenwich Riding & Trails Associaton 203-661-3062 thegrta.org

nearly 30 acres of property. In addition to a

the MONTGOMERY PINETUM PARK in Cos

small beach and playground, there is a pool

Cob, home to the GREENWICH BOTANICAL

area featuring all the bells and whistles,

CENTER, there are primrose and peony

including a 1,000-square-foot splash pad,

gardens, a rock garden, and trails lined with

kiddie pool and a concession stand. Back east

specimen conifers that lead to picnic areas

in Cos Cob, the nine-acre COS COB PARK

and a flagstone terrace overlooking one of

runs along the Mianus River opposite the train

the ponds. Far north in the Backcountry,

station. You can take in the panoramic view of

the AUDUBON CENTER manages seven

Long Island Sound from the open-air pavilion

sanctuaries including the main 285-acre

or one of the shaded benches set along the

nature preserve whose trails provide a

mile-long waterfront path and visit the town’s

wonderful glimpse into our native landscape

September 11 Memorial, which overlooks

of hardwood forests, fields and old stone

SANCTUARY has eight miles of trails that

Indian Harbor. In Old Greenwich, BINNEY

walls. This is also home to the KIMBERLIN

meander through wetland habitats and is the

PARK—a gift from Crayola magnate Edwin

NATURE EDUCATION CENTER, which houses

favored haunt of birdwatchers.

Binney—hosts Little League sports, festive

an art gallery and children’s learning center.

Fourth of July fireworks and model sailboat

Here you will find a mile-long stroller and

information, please check the town website at

races. It’s also the terminus of the annual

wheelchair accessible trail, so the entire family

greenwichct.gov or call each facility directly.

Memorial Day Parade.

can enjoy the bucolic landscape. Another

Annual passes—beach, parking, tennis—are

popular spot: THE FAIRCHILD WILDFLOWER

available to buy online.

To commune with nature in a more

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DPR Tennis Office 203-618-7613 (May-August) 203-618-7649 greenwichct.gov

Greenwich Community Sailing 203-698-0599 greenwichsailing.com

Greenwich Botanical Center 203-869-9242 greenwichbotanical center.org

Griffith E. Harris Golf Course 203-531-7200 thegriffgolf.org

Mianus River Park 203-622-7814 greenwichct.gov

For the most current COVID-related

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BC

Backcountry

MC

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GV

Glenville

CC

Cos Cob

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Central Greenwich

CG

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RS

Downtown

Riverside PAGES 58-59

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Byram

Belle Haven

OG

Cos Cob Harbor

Byram Shore

Greenwich Cove

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Old Greenwich PAGES 60-61

Tod’s Point

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hen you’re buying a new place, the neighborhood you select is as important as the house you choose. Fortunately, Greenwich offers a variety of areas to consider, along with diversity in geography, atmosphere and price. Those who want to put down roots in a place with a busy downtown vibe will find it in Greenwich. And then there are the leafier neighborhoods

with long and winding roads, as well as ones deep in the country, with four-acre zoning, plenty of privacy and incredible scenery. If you want a saltwater breeze in the backyard, other hamlets hug the rocky shoreline. Yet in every neighborhood, you’ll find a new favorite coffee shop or hiking trail. With so many appealing options, there really is something for everyone in Greenwich.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: JULIE BIDWELL; HULYA KOLABAS; JULIE BIDWELL; VENERA ALEXANDROVA

clockwise from left: Binney Park in the heart of Old Greenwich; One of many postcardworthy views around town; Personal styling courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue’s Withley Verdiner; Outdoor dining on Greenwich Avenue

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You know you are in Riverside when: You see neighbors chatting at local businesses and families strolling along the beach.

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THE FACES OF GREENWICH

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ith its leafy tree-lined

the coast, including one with its own private

streets and beautifully

beach. Many neighborhoods have a colorful

manicured yards, Riverside

past; Willowmere was named for the willow

has a relaxed neighborhood

trees that used to grow there, and which

vibe. It’s a highly sought-after residential

were harvested during the Civil War to make

area, whose denizens love its off-the-beaten

prosthetics for wounded soldiers.

path feel, its excellent schools, and the easy

often motor over to TOD’S POINT for a beach

an added draw—much of its two square

day, bypassing the traffic on Sound Beach

miles stretches along the rocky inlets and

Avenue. Families, in particular, love the

secluded coves that hug its Mianus River

convenience of the RIVERSIDE YACHT CLUB

and Long Island Sound borders. Because it

(members only) and the Riverside Elementary

is topographically higher than its neighbor,

School, which offers easy drop-off and

Old Greenwich, the area affords water views

pick-up, plenty of parking, and wonderful

to many of its residents, even those who live

playgrounds and fields. Ditto nearby Eastern

inland. The river has long played a key role in

Middle School.

After school, kids of all ages flock to ADA’S

to the 17th century. Known as Mianus Neck

KITCHEN + COFFEE SHOP for homemade

until 1870, it was primarily a community of

baked treats and sundry other goodies.

farmers, fishermen and oystermen.

Originally the town post office, the building

The main thoroughfare is Riverside Avenue,

was converted in the 1950s to Ada’s Candy

which runs south from Route One (East

Shop and was for many years the go-to-spot

Putnam Avenue) to Old Greenwich. Route One

for penny candy and Ada’s kind counsel. Now

is home to Riverside’s only business district,

it serves up an innovative menu of locally

which includes the kitchen and bath store,

roasted artisan coffee and seasonal food from

PORCELANOSA; BALDUCCI’S, a gourmet

local farms and purveyors. It’s the place to go

grocery store; and a branch of AUX DELICES,

for power smoothies, breakfast sandwiches,

a Stamford-based catering company, whose

grab-and-go salad bowls and more.

prepared foods and specialty drinks draw

There are two important landmarks in

a huge mid-morning post-yoga crowd. Just

Riverside: the cast-iron bridge that crosses

across from Aux Delices, the new GREENWICH

the train tracks is on the National Register of

FISH sells a terrific selection of seafood and

Historic Places. Built in 1871, it was originally

sushi, while COBS BREAD has a tantalizing

part of a bridge over the Housatonic River

array of baked goods.

in Stratford, Connecticut. It was moved to

From Route One, Riverside Avenue (known

Riverside in the late 1800s and is the only cast-

until the mid-19th century as Potato Road

iron bridge in the state and one of the few in

because of all the potato cellars that were

the country. The other landmark is the Ferris

found here) runs perpendicular to shaded side

House on Cary Road, dating back to 1760.

streets that seem to meander with no particular

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In summer, those who own their own boats

accessibility to I-95 and Metro North. As

the neighborhood’s history, which dates back

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

Besides a wonderful play area for toddlers,

destination in mind. Many find their way to

ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH has a superb

the water—the river, the harbor or the Sound—

day care program. There are also four town-

where egrets and herons strut along tidal

owned tennis courts on Lockwood Avenue that

flats and buoys clang in the breeze. Riverside

are fully subscribed from dawn to dusk during

has its share of celebrity homeowners—not

the summer, and the shops of Old Greenwich

unlike the rest of Greenwich. They tend to

are an easy drive or bike ride away.

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RIVERSIDE YACHT CLUB Pictured here in 1889, the yacht club, founded by George I. Tyson, wealthy head of the American News Company, and 10 friends, would become the second oldest yacht club in Connecticut and now boasts what may be the finest marina on Long Island Sound.

OYSTERING Supplying New York restaurants with oysters was once big business in Riverside—literally cut-throat.

When a local man named George Lockwood was hired to protect the oyster beds from thieves in the 1890s, he disappeared one night and was found floating in Greenwich Cove with his throat slashed from ear to ear. Later, in the thirties, the Willowmere Association engaged former oysterman Cap Semple to patrol the roads.

LANGELOTH ESTATE Just before World War I, metals millionaire John Jacob Langeloth turned 57 acres of rundown waterfront property into a magnificent estate named Walhall with a sunken outdoor theater and seating for an audience of 1,500.

Later, when his widow Valeria remarried, the Bonhams staged Greek theatricals with their guests, who danced among the fountains, statues, roses and 25,000 daffodils.

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ld Greenwich has a hip, beachy

and includes a stretch of the busy Post Road

ambience and small-town charm

with its restaurants, nail salons, a car wash,

that attracts a lively mix of residents,

yoga studios, and more, but the heart of the

from young families to empty nesters. The

community lies in the small but sophisticated

community has a bustling shopping and dining

business district on Sound Beach Avenue.

scene—outdoor dining has long been a mainstay,

Here, you’ll find clothing and home furnishings

whether the café style tables of the BEACH

stores, Italian and French restaurants, bakeries

HOUSE and SWEET PEA’S or the benches

and bistros, a florist, frozen yogurt shop,

outside UPPER CRUST BAGELS and GARDEN

congenial neighborhood hardware store and

CATERING. Equally important, its proximity

a craft butchery. One of the most popular

to Long Island Sound and several parks means

draws is the RUMMAGE ROOM, a thrift store

there are numerous options for outdoor fun.

operated by the Women’s Fellowship of the

Old Greenwich is the oldest of the hamlets

First Congregational Church. It offers a broad

that comprise Greenwich. Founded in 1640,

selection of gently used furniture and clothing,

the present-day community’s earliest settlers

as well as seasonal items like Halloween

were farmers who came from Massachusetts.

costumes and sporting gear—everything from

In 1665, they established the first house of

sleds to golf clubs. In December, the business

worship, the FIRST CONGREGATIONAL

district dresses up in its holiday finery for the

CHURCH OF OLD GREENWICH, which today

annual First Light Festival. The celebration

sits on Sound Beach Avenue across from

includes carolers, horse-drawn sleigh rides, hot

Binney Park. During its 300-plus-year history,

chocolate and live music. And when the snow

Old Greenwich has undergone several name

flies, kids flock to the Innis Arden Golf Course

changes—from Greenwich to Old Town to

to enjoy some of the best sledding hills in town.

Sound Beach. In 1930, the name was changed to Old Greenwich, and it stuck.

Though it started life as a farming

Unlike backcountry Greenwich with its four-acre zoning, or nearby Riverside, land is at a premium here: Typically, lots are less than

community, in the mid-19th century Old

a half acre, so houses are close together, which

Greenwich morphed into a popular summer

leads to a neighborly feel. In recent years,

beach destination for New Yorkers. In those

the town has built sidewalks on the busiest

days, overnight guests would arrive at the

thoroughfares; you’ll see scores of kids walking

small train station (today listed on the National

to the OLD GREENWICH ELEMENTARY

Register of Historic Places) and hop the trolley

SCHOOL on Sound Beach Avenue accompanied

to one of the shorefront inns and the beaches

by their parents and dogs. Among the other

of TOD’S POINT, site of the grand Innis Arden

appealing features of this close-knit community

estate of wealthy financier J. Kennedy Tod. (He

are the privately run PERROT MEMORIAL

also established INNIS ARDEN GOLF CLUB in

LIBRARY, which offers a variety of programs

1899 and, in fact, the gates that once marked

for all ages, and the 32-acre BINNEY PARK,

the entrance to his estate are now on the club

across the street. There’s a duck pond ringed by

grounds.) In 1945, the town bought the 147-

rhododendrons and hemlocks and several stone

acre site, and renamed it GREENWICH POINT

bridges that span a meandering stream. The

PARK. A hub for outdoor activity, the park

pretty park routinely serves as a backdrop for

features a sandy beach and placid, toddler-

wedding photos. There are four tennis courts,

friendly surf, a seaside education center, the

two baseball diamonds, swings and sheltered

OLD GREENWICH YACHT CLUB (membership

play areas. During the summer, the town hosts

is open to all town residents for a fee), walking

a Fourth of July concert here and, come fall, the

trails and two concession stands.

annual model sailboat races draw enthusiastic

Old Greenwich spans both sides of I-95

sailors—young and old.

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FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Across the street from Binney Park, the First Congregational Church, founded in 1665, is the oldest house of worship in the town of Greenwich.

Before that, services were held in the house of settlers. “If you think about it,” said Rev. Richard Denuyl, “it was here before we were even a country!”

The growth of Greenwich was so slow that in 1669 its first pastor, Eliphale Jones, was shared by other churches.

TOD’S POINT In 1884, the banker J. Kennedy Tod turned what is now Greenwich Point into a magnificent 147-acre waterfront estate he called Innis Arden, allowing local residents access to its sandy beaches and golf course. Innis Arden cottage once served as a summer retreat for Anna Maxwell (the American Florence Nightingale) and her student nurses escaping from the sweltering New York heat.

PERROT LIBRARY The library was founded in 1904 by John Perrot, a British loyalist and the first private schoolmaster in Old Greenwich. In spite of the onset of the Great Depression in the thirties, Miss Annie May Hegeman, Perrot’s greatgreat-granddaughter, donated $10,000 toward the $125,000 construction cost of an expansion.

DIANE KRETSCHMANN

Old Greenwich

THE FACES OF GREENWICH

JULIE BIDWELL

You know you are in Old Greenwich when: There’s a kid-friendly atmosphere, with locals exploring nature or the lively dining and retail scene.

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Residents are enjoying sports, culture and retail with a picturesque waterside backdrop.

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JULIE BIDWELL

You know you are in Cos Cob when:

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Cos Cob

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et at the mouth of the Mianus River,

the street you’ll find a dancewear store for all

this snug hamlet prospered as a

ages, and a design store with custom finds

seaport back in the 1700s, a time

and one-of-a-kind goods. Not surprisingly,

when the farmers of Old Town

there are numerous dining options around

(now Old Greenwich) sent their produce by

the village, ranging from pizza, burgers and

ship to New York. The shipping industry

fried chicken to rustic Italian and Asian

declined in the mid-1800s with the advent of

fusion.

the railroad, and then ceased altogether in

Cos Cob is very much a family community

the early 1900s. These days, the river once

and in addition to a wonderful public library,

again plays a robust role in the life of the

which is part of the town library system,

community, serving as a launching pad for

there are also plenty of places for outdoor

a thriving watersports scene—from rowing

play. The nine-acre COS COB PARK, which

and kayaking to sailing and fishing. There are

meanders along the river’s edge, has two

BOY SCOUTS

several marinas, a full-service fishing outfitter

play areas and soccer fields, as well as a

and pro shop, the family friendly WATER

memorial to the victims of the 9/11 attack.

In 1902, Ernest Thompson Seton visited Cos Cob School and invited some boys to spend a weekend camping in teepees and canoeing on his 100-acre estate on Orchard Street.

He because a founder of the Boy Scouts of America.

CLUB (members only) and the GREENWICH

The LOUGHLIN PLAYGROUND off Strickland

ROWING CLUB, with its state-of-the-art

Road has basketball, tennis and paddle-

facilities that cater to student athletes and

tennis courts (adults take note: these are

recreational scullers.

lighted for nighttime play). MONTGOMERY

Residents can learn about the area’s

PINETUM PARK is a 30-acre wooded preserve

rich history and more at one of the

off Valley Road (not far from Central Middle

town’s crown jewels, the GREENWICH

School), with the remnants of an extensive

HISTORICAL SOCIETY, whose beautifully

conifer collection assembled by the late

renovated campus has a water view. It

Colonel Montgomery. It is also home to the

features a modern glass-walled building

town’s own greenhouse and the excellent all-

that houses two museum galleries as well

volunteer GREENWICH BOTANICAL CENTER.

as the BUSH-HOLLEY HOUSE, a National

A bit farther afield but worth the effort is the

Historic Landmark, and the onetime

MIANUS RIVER PARK, a 391-acre reserve on

home of the Cos Cob School of American

the Greenwich/Stamford border. In spring,

Impressionism. Here, such renowned artists

when the dogwoods bloom, fishermen angle

as Childe Hassam, Elmer MacRae and John

for trout in the fast-flowing current. In

Twachtman painted en plein air, capturing

summer, the park is a magnet for walkers,

the bucolic setting and its inhabitants.

joggers, mountain bikers, even geocachers.

Cos Cob encompasses two square miles

Many of the main trails are flat enough and

of land, stretching from the river on one

wide enough for strollers, so it’s not unusual

side to the Stamford border on the other. A

to see entire families out for leisurely strolls

bit inland, busy East Putnam Avenue runs

on sunny days.

straight through the town’s commercial hub, with residential neighborhoods on both sides. Over the past few years, the area has transformed into a mini-mecca of artisanal goodies. Within a one-block section you’ll find a gourmet cheese shop, a fishmonger, craft butchery and an upscale juice bar. Heading CONTRIBUTED

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BUSH-HOLLEY HOUSE Recognized as the home of American Impressionism, the Bush-Holley House (c. 1728) on Strickland Road was once a boarding house and studio for such renowned artists as Henry Twachtman, Elmer McRae and Childe Hassam, together known as the Cos Cob Art Colony. This National Historic Landmark remains the centerpiece of the Greenwich Historical Society’s impressive new campus.

WRITERS, TOO Cos Cob was also the favorite residence of novelists Willa Cather and Anya Seton (Ernest’s daughter), playwright Eugene O’Neill and historian Barbara Tuchman, a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner. Upon her death, the Tuchman property became a battleground between her daughters.

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B

oth sophisticated and sporty,

popularity of in-town living, most of those

Central Greenwich offers

homes have been transformed into new

residents the best of all worlds:

construction properties with all the bells and

easy access to the town’s cultural

whistles necessary for modern life. Other

and recreational activities and proximity to

sought-after neighborhoods include MEAD

a multitude of shops and restaurants. The

POINT, MAHER AVENUE (a very busy location

area encompasses a diverse landscape—

for trick-or-treating on Halloween) and ROCK

from grand waterfront properties and

RIDGE off Zaccheus Mead Lane.

spacious wooded tracts to highly developed

The downtown area comprises name-

residential blocks with single-family homes

brand stores and smaller boutiques, as

and condominiums. In addition to residents,

well as sundry restaurants, coffee shops,

the downtown business district attracts its

bakeries, gelaterias and juice bars. At the

fair share of day trippers from throughout

top of the Avenue, stretching east and west

Westchester and Fairfield counties, who also

on Putnam Avenue is the GREENWICH

enjoy the small-town, big-city feel.

DESIGN DISTRICT, an ad hoc designation

Like the rest of the town, this area

in recognition of all the interior design and

got its start as a farming community in

floral shops. In recent years there have been

the seventeenth century. In 1686, Native

numerous additions to the art gallery scene,

Americans traded the tract of land between

most of which are sprinkled on and just off

the Byram and Mianus rivers for 30 acres

the Avenue. Here, too, are cultural landmarks,

of planting ground. This spit of land that

such as the BRUCE MUSEUM, which has

juts out into the Sound off Field Point Road

embarked on a multimillion-dollar renovation

was called Horseneck because it served as

and expansion, the GREENWICH LIBRARY

pastureland for horses in the 1700s. For

and the GREENWICH ARTS COUNCIL, whose

nearly a century it was the town’s principal

home is the former town hall. Also in the

farming area and supplied produce to New

vicinity are JULIAN CURTISS ELEMENTARY

York City. The arrival of the railroad in the

SCHOOL, the present-day TOWN HALL and

1800s brought a name change and with

HAVEMEYER PARK, the BOYS AND GIRLS

it a new source of revenue: tourists. By

CLUB of GREENWICH, which serves the entire

the 20th century the subdivisions created

community and provides excellent after-

throughout the area had melded into distinct

school programs for kids, both the YMCA and

neighborhoods within the larger Greenwich

YWCA, and a WHOLE FOODS.

community. Among them were MILBROOK,

Greenwich Harbor is home to a luxury

a residential enclave of Tudor homes and

hotel and restaurant—THE DELAMAR—which

a private nine-hole golf club tucked off

attracts a lively after-work crowd. From

Route 1; BELLE HAVEN, a gated waterfront

Memorial Day to Labor Day the ferries depart

community with its own yacht club; and

several times a day from the docks, bound

FIELD POINT PARK, also the site of a

for ISLAND BEACH and GREAT CAPTAIN’S

racetrack for seasonal entertainment.

ISLAND, town-owned parks with beaches and

During the mid-1950s Greenwich became

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

picnic areas. Here, too, is ROGER SHERMAN

a desirable bedroom community for Wall

BALDWIN PARK, which hosts annual events,

Street and Madison Avenue executives, and

including the Memorial Day kickoff to

many of the town’s support workers lived

the Greenwich Town Party, the Concours

in the modest dwellings that lined Mason

d’Elegance car show and Adopt-a-Dog’s

and Milbank Avenues. To meet the growing

Puttin’ on the Dogs and Cats, Too festival.

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COMMODORE BENEDICT In 1895, Commodore E.C. Benedict built Indian Harbor, his magnificent 37 room mansion on the waterfront. It was on his 138-foot steam yacht, Onedia, that his friend, the overly-stout, cigarsmoking President Grover Cleveland was strapped into a barber’s chair and underwent a secret operation for jaw cancer.

GEORGE H.W. BUSH Our 41st President of the United States (1989-1993) spent his formative years here in a house on Grove Lane when his father Prescott was a U.S. Senator from Connecticut. He attended Greenwich Country Day and met Barbara Pierce at a dance at the Round Hill Club. They would be married 73 years, and son George W. would become our 43rd President.

GREENWICH HOSPITAL A 24-bed hospital opened its doors in 1906 in Octagon House on Milbank Avenue with four physicians, 10 consulting doctors, two registered nurses and seven student nurses. On Perryridge Road since 1917, Greenwich Hospital now boasts 206 beds, 777 physicians, 1,790 employees and the biggest payroll in town.

THE FACES OF GREENWICH

JULIE BIDWELL

You know you’re in Central Greenwich when: There’s a busy city vibe with access to chic shops and eateries as well as beautiful parks and beaches.

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Winding roads open up to bucolic bridle paths, preserved green space and elegant estates.

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STACY BASS

You know you’re in the Backcountry when:

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A

mong the many attributes that

comprise nearly two-thirds of the town’s

suburban counterparts, is the

geography. Four-acre zoning is the rule in

breathtakingly beautiful—and

most of the backcountry, while one and

classic Connecticut—landscape. Travel a few

two-acre zoning is most common in mid-

minutes from downtown, and the scenery

country. Thanks to the preservation efforts of

changes dramatically: winding tree-lined

GREENWICH LAND TRUST and the generosity

roads, rivers, lakes and ponds, centuries-

of Greenwich property owners, there is still a

old stone walls, white-fenced pastures with

large amount of open space. So much so that,

grazing horses. This bucolic area, known

against all odds, the 107-year-old GREENWICH

as backcountry Greenwich, sits north of

RIDING & TRAILS ASSOCIATION has managed

the Merritt Parkway and is bordered by

to maintain a network of 150-plus miles of

Westchester County to the west and north,

riding trails. And though the Round Hill

and Stamford to the east. Here is where many

stables are long gone, scores of horse-crazy

of the town’s golf clubs and parklands are

girls still learn to ride at KELSEY FARM, just as

located, including the AUDUBON CENTER

they have done for decades. The backcountry

with its superb KIMBERLIN NATURE CENTER,

is also home to GREENWICH POLO CLUB,

and the 300-acre BABCOCK NATURE

which organizes top-level competitions. On

PRESERVE with bridle paths and hiking trails.

the grounds also, is the BRANT FOUNDATION

Meanwhile, for those who want to be closer

ART AND STUDY CENTER, which specializes

to downtown and local schools, mid-country

in work by contemporary artists. Pony club,

is the term coined for the area that lies south

hunter paces and the iconic Greenwich

of the Merritt Parkway, and encompasses

Horse Show are still an important part of the

residential neighborhoods such as Deer

Greenwich scene.

Park and Khakum Wood. It is also home to

Farther up North Street, the tidy burg

the venerable SAM BRIDGE NURSERY &

of Banksville straddles the New York state

GREENHOUSES on North Street, a family-

line. Settled in 1700, Banksville started as a

owned business that dates to 1930.

quiet farming community. In 1904 Edmund

This part of the town’s story begins in the

COURTESY OF THE GREENWICH POLO CLUB

Today, mid-country and the backcountry

set Greenwich apart from its

Converse, the founder of U.S. Steel, acquired

late 19th and early 20th centuries, when,

over 1,000 acres to create Greenwich’s

thanks to the railroad, Greenwich became a

greatest estate, with 40 buildings and a

magnet for some of the country’s wealthiest

staff of 200. Farming operations continued

industrialists and financiers. They scooped

until 1960. In the 1980s, the land was sold

up large plots of land to build grand estates,

to the CONYERS FARM PARTNERSHIP and

some on the water, others spread throughout

subdivided into 60 lots, each with a 10-acre

what would later become known as the

minimum. Conyers Farm has since been

backcountry and mid-country. Many of those

home to well-known residents who enjoy the

original mansions have been destroyed; two

privacy afforded by the zoning restrictions.

that remain are Dunnellen Hall, once home

There are no restaurants or shops in the

to Leona and Harry Helmsley, and Old Mill

backcountry, but there are several nurseries

Farm, a former home of Mel Gibson. In most

and a general store on Round Hill Road

cases, though, the land where the mansions

opposite the firehouse, as well as a small

stood has been divided up to make way for

market, café and fitness center in Banksville.

more modern dwellings.

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GREENWICH POLO CLUB Greenwich history is replete with horse-lovers, so it’s no surprise that polo at Conyers Farm has become the summer center of action for decades. It attracts teams from all over the world and thousands of spectators— including Prince Harry, who hosted the Sentebale Royal Salute Polo Cup there. And scored the winning goal.

Peter Brant, club founder, patron and avid player, competes on White Birch, the home team.

PETITE TRIANON DEUX On North Street is Northway, built between 1910-1913 by Laura Robinson, the young heiress to both the Goodyear Tire and Diamond Match fortunes. She received permission from France to copy the 18th-century chateau at Versailles.

A later owner, Rene Anselmo, a satellite communications entrepreneur, beautified Greenwich by outlawing “For Sale” signs and planting thousands of daffodils on North Street.

GREENWICH LAND TRUST Thanks to Louise Mueller, 40 acres of land at Old Mill and Round Hill roads have become headquarters of the Greenwich Land Trust, which was founded in 1971.

Dedicated to preservation, it now protects and cares for 848 acres of woodlands, meadows, orchards and tidal marshes.

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ucked into the southwest corner

GREEK KITCHEN has been serving traditional

of town and cradled by the

fare for more than three decades. Just across

Byram River and Long Island

the river, foodies gravitate to an array of

Sound, the tiny spit of land

offerings from Mexican to Peruvian to Spanish

called Byram has undergone a dramatic

cuisine (don’t miss the KNEADED DOUGH

transformation over the past decade, as

bakery). Down the street on Willett Avenue,

Manhattan transplants and young families

an outpost of the stylish taqueria BAR TACO

have discovered its small-town, work-from-

features a prime riverfront setting. THE

home appeal, diverse housing options and

CAPITOL THEATRE on Westchester Avenue

easy access to shops, restaurants and nightlife

showcases the biggest names in the music

on both sides of the river.

industry, as well supporting local bands.

Byram has a colorful history. First settled in

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

The BYRAM SHUBERT LIBRARY, now in

1660 by Thomas Lyon, it has been known by

its seventh location since its original founding

many names over the years, including Lyon’s

in 1931, is a curvilinear modern building with

THOMAS LYON HOUSE

Point, New Lebanon, Meadville and even East

a variety of enrichment programs for kids

Port Chester, for its proximity to the village

and adults. And here’s more good news for

of Port Chester, N.Y., just across the Mill

parents of school-age kids: the community’s

River Bridge. Prior to World War II, residents

new elementary school opened just two years

in this densely populated neighborhood

ago. One of four elementary magnet schools in

(approximately one square mile) benefitted

Greenwich, the “green” school is designed to

from jobs produced by the Abendroth Brothers

serve 374 students from pre-K to fifth grade.

Foundry, which made stoves and pots. After

In addition to 21 classrooms, it features a

the war, the area suffered an economic

centrally located learning commons, adaptable

downturn when the factory closed; now,

furniture and state-of-the-art technology.

Built in the 1690s, this is one of the two oldest houses in Greenwich. In 1927, when Putnam Avenue was widened, it was moved across the road to its present location at the corner of West Putnam and Byram Road. It once sheltered an escaped slave and has been inducted into the Connecticut Freedom Trail.

Byram is flourishing once more.

The turnaround is due, in part, to a new

When it comes to open space, the 30-acre BYRAM SHORE AND ROSENWALD PARK

generation of home buyers, who appreciate the

is a manicured park with beautifully tended

burg’s accessibility to New York City. Though

flower beds that hugs the Sound. It was built

it is not served directly by Metro-North’s New

over the remains of a blue stone quarry. Here

Haven line, commuters can walk to the train

residents have access to tennis courts, a snug

station in Port Chester. Those who drive to the

beach, boat slips, play areas, and a community

city can access I-95 via the Exit 2 ramp across

pool with dedicated lap lanes, a cardio exercise

the street from Byram Shore Road, home to

area, a pool for young children, splash pad and

waterfront estates with a gated entrance and

a modern snack bar.

unimpeded views of Long Island Sound. More

There are docks along the Byram River,

modest homes edge the inlets that feed into

where a local landmark—RUDY’S TACKLE

the Byram River and the sidewalk-lined blocks

BARN—has been selling rods and lures for

that fan out from the village center.

nearly a century. The DOROTHY HAMILL

Restaurateurs have discovered the appeal

SHELL ISLAND TOWER The 60-foot tower on Shell Island off Byram Shore was built by chemist Otto Elmer in 1925 as a family museum. Elmer’s company was Thomas Edison’s official glass blower, so one floor was devoted to his memorabilia. In 1991, the five-acre island was sold to Byram resident Julius Silver, who donated it to the Greenwich Land Trust as a nature preserve.

QUARRIES From the 1800s on, stonemasons flocked to the area to be near the Byram quarries, which supplied the bluestone for the Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty, along with St. Roch’s Church and the tower on Shell Island.

SKATING RINK on Sherman Avenue, named

of Byram’s location as well. The popular

for Greenwich native and Olympic gold

BURGERS, SHAKES & FRIES opened nearly

medalist, Dorothy Hamill, offers ice-skating

a decade ago and continues to serve a hearty

and figure-skating programs from early

lunch crowd; on Water Street FAMOUS

September through mid-March.

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Byram

THE FACES OF GREENWICH

JULIE BIDWELL

You know you are in Byram when: Your city friends rave over the stunning water views, walkable village and dynamic foodie scene.

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You know you are in Glenville when: You experience a small-town setting, complete with a scenic mill, waterfall and retail center.

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THE FACES OF GREENWICH

THE FACES OF GREENWICH

Glenville AREA: EXIT 27 OFF MERRITT PARKWAY • HIGHLIGHTS: THE LOW-KEY COMMUNAL VIBE ATTRACTS FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS

L

ocated on the western side of

renovation as the 1881 building and one

Greenwich and sharing a border

dating from the 1980s are being converted

with Westchester County, this

into high-end condominiums geared toward

small hamlet is mostly residential

empty-nesters and Millennials. Additionally,

in feel, despite its industrial past. The

the new site will feature an upscale

area derives its name from its distinctive

restaurant, THE LION, with an African safari

topography—a central, winding valley running

theme and plenty of space for outdoor dining.

in an east-west direction and the steep-sided

With its scenic millpond and waterfall, this

Byram River, which runs north-south. This

area is a lovely spot for an afternoon stroll or

glen and steep, partially wooded hills provide

picnic lunch.

a natural route for Glenville Road, the area’s

King Street, the Merritt Parkways and—most

downtown Greenwich, two miles away.

of all—Westchester County Airport—part of the community’s appeal is its low-key vibe,

and fell over the past three centuries, the

which attracts those who are looking for

river’s powerful falls were first harnessed

a neighborhood feel. A small, commercial

in 1718 with the opening of a gristmill

block houses one of the town’s most beloved

and a sawmill. Industrial activity picked

restaurants: REBECCA’S, whose innovative

up in 1814 with the opening of the Byram

New American cuisine attracts a loyal lunch

Manufacturing Company, which produced

and dinner crowd. There is also a small retail

woolens. The company changed hands several

center with a grocery store, dry cleaner,

times before becoming the Hawthorne Mill

bank, and, of course, a pizzeria. A little

Company and, eventually, the AMERICAN

farther afield, on West Putnam Avenue, the

FELT COMPANY at the turn of the 20th

New York City-based CITARELLA opened

century. The mill turned out the majority of felt

its first Greenwich outpost in 2015. The

for hats made in the United States. It operated

largest of its seven gourmet markets, this

until the mid-1970s. The area was renamed

branch has a wine store next door. The

Glenville in the 19th century because from the

WESTERN GREENWICH CIVIC CENTER is

top of any hill in the area a person could see

also in Glenville; its 10 acres of parkland

down to Glenville Road. The town was placed

include two ball fields, a playground and the

on the National Register of Historic Places in

white columned Georgian brick building—

2007. Among the notable displays in the town’s

the former school—is now a gathering

historic district are examples of Romanesque

spot for the community. Nearby, the 44-

Revival, Queen Anne, Georgian Revival and

acre PEMBERWICK PARK has places for

Italianate architecture.

basketball, baseball and soccer fields and

After lying dormant for several decades, ISTOCKPHOTO.COM/KEN BROWN

In addition to its strategic location, near

principal thoroughfare, which leads to A former mill town, whose fortunes rose

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

tennis courts. The elementary school—still

American Felt Company’s historic Gothic

referred to as the new school—moved to its

Revival brick building was renovated

present location on Riversville Road in 1975;

in the mid-1980s to house office space,

it underwent a complete renovation and

condominiums, a restaurant, and the original

re-opened with modern amenities in 2009.

branch of one of Fairfield County’s most successful yoga studio franchises. Today, the mill complex is undergoing another 71 W E LCO M E TO G R E E N W I C H

BYRAM RIVER BEAGLE CLUB Glenville’s Byram River Beagle Club, once a mecca for fox hunters, became a speakeasy during Prohibition.

Then in 1933 it was a dining club, drawing the likes of Babe Ruth on his days off. Lucy and Desi went there in 1940 for a quickie wedding performed by a Justice of the Peace.

VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY Much needed on the outskirts of town, the Glenville Volunteer Fire Company began operating in 1903 with a gift of a non-motorized hand pumper. In the 1950s, to be closer to the felt mill (a big employer and big fire hazard), a new firehouse was located at the intersection of Glenville and Riversville roads, where it remains today.

GLENVILLE HISTORIC DISTRICT On the site of what was once a castle, a plaque announces Glenville’s 34-acre Historic District (1718-1955).

The original settlement of Glenville is a prime example of a New England mill village, attracting large numbers of Irish in the 19th century and Poles in the 20th century.

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P.O. Box 3283 Stamford, CT 203-661-1116

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30 Wildwood Drive Greenwich, CT 203-930-2880

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39 Edinburg Lane Trumbull, CT 203-374-5687

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171 Redding Road Redding, CT 203-216-7283

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15 Doubling Road Greenwich, CT 203-629-9499

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500 West Putnam Avenue Suite 400 Greenwich, CT 973-636-9406

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40 Byram Shore Road Greenwich, CT 646-319-0568

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135 East Putnam Avenue Greenwich, CT 203-661-6004

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90 Summer Street New Canaan, CT 203-903-0462

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335 Peach Orchard Road Waterbury, CT 203-558-8848

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200 Field Point Road Greenwich, CT 203-661-3681

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157 Church Street 19th Floor New Haven, CT 203-910-9797

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15 Quintard Drive Port Chester, NY 914-937-1995

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166 Kings Highway North Westport, CT 203-227-5050

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36 Arcadia Road Old Greenwich, CT 203-644-4663

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2289 Bedford Street #D6 Stamford, CT 917-319-1601

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Greenwich, CT 203-629-6294

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87 Greenwich Avenue Greenwich, CT 203-661-5226

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289 Taconic Road Greenwich, CT 917-567-1327

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772 Farmington Avenue Farmington, CT 203-637-3200

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1254 Post Road East

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611 Access Road Stratford, CT 800-913-1936

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6 Mill Pond Lane East Moriches, NY 888-575-2773

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1055 Washington Blvd.

Stamford, CT 203-658-8282

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41 West Putnam Avenue Greenwich, CT 203-661-5400

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770 Lexington Avenue 7th Floor New York, NY 212-546-1073

20 Church Street #A3 Greenwich, CT 203-769-5075

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21 Woodcrest Avenue Trumbull, CT 203-550-1077

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P. O. Box 846 Greenwich, CT 203-869-0172

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80 Business Park Drive Armonk, NY 914-273-6600

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189 Sound Beach Avenue Old Greenwich, CT 203-637-4324

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GREENWICH BY THE NUMBERS TOWN TRIVIA

LOCAL RESIDENTS

EDUCATION

TOWN AMENITIES

1640

62,000 +

353

32

Greenwich was settled

1903

Greenwich Avenue was paved with soft yellow stones and dubbed the “Yellow Brick Road.”

67.2

square miles: the total area of the town

550 ft

elevation at Round Hill, a lookout point for the Continental Army during the American Revolution

5

number of architectural styles that date from the late 1800s to early 1900s in downtown historic district TOP RANKING

Ranked No.

1

Safest City in CT for 2020 (According to safehome.org)

estimated population

students from the GHS class of 2020 were inducted into National Honor Society

During the pandemic, Fairfield County became the most popular county in the state to work from home.

Top areas moving to Fairfield County in 2020: (Source: NAR Calculations of USPS data during March - October 2020)

New York, NY

14.7%

New Haven, CT

13.9%

islands serviced by town ferries

30

17.2

preschools are located in town, a broad selection for young families

Westchester, NY

8.7%

2

1,800

annual programs at Greenwich Library, ranked one of America’s top libraries by Library Journal

43.5%

miles of shoreline

acres is the size of Great Captain Island, the southernmost point of land in New England.

GLOBAL FACT

Palm Beach, FL

1946

5.3%

Los Angeles, CA

year backcountry Greenwich was in the running as a potential site for the United Nations

REAL ESTATE & FINANCE

862

single family sales in 2020 (63% increase from 2019)

RICH & FAMOUS

30

$375,000 lowest sale price

$21,750,000 highest sale price

number of musicians or entertainers who have called Greenwich home, including Diana Ross and Alice Cooper

$2,077,500 median sale price

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1,000+ acres of open space

36 tennis courts

1

public golf course

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