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2021 Ridgefield + Wilton Handbook

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Contents

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0 4 // Welcome 0 6 // Map: Ridgefield 0 7 // Map: Wilton 1 0 // Neighborhoods: Ridgefield 14 // Neighborhoods: Wilton 1 6 // Real Estate: Best of 2020 1 8 // Listings: Town Services 2 0 // Listings: Home 2 2 // Listings: Shopping 2 4 // Spotlight: Learn to Swim 2 5 // Listings: Seniors 2 6 // Spotlight: Apprenticeships PHOTO: H JOHN VOORHEES III

2 6 // Listings: Wellness 2 8 // Listings: Worship 2 8 // Spotlight: Travel 3 4 // Listings: Families

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Where to Eat Restaurants, coffee shops, pop-ups, or delis, Ridgefield and Wilton have great options among all styles and price ranges. Yum!

Culture // movies, live performances, one-time events, cooking classes, outdoor concerts, wine tastings, farmers markets, author talks, and more.

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any of us moved here for excellent schools, engaging arts and culture, and delectable dining. Impressive and expansive outdoor spaces and friendly community organizations sealed the deal for others. Whatever brought you to this area, whether within the last year or decades ago, we’re glad you’re here.

Undeniably, 2020 was profoundly challenging for our community. As we embrace the excitement and optimism a new year brings, we continue to send virtual hugs to local small business owners who have inspired and helped sustain our towns for decades. Our communities wouldn't be what they are without the sense of community fostered by small businesses.

At Ridgefield Media, a locally-owned small business, we remain dedicated to delivering Ridgefield Magazine and Wilton Magazine to residents free of charge.

We believe in the power of local journalism, and appreciate your kindness and support as we navigate an ever-changing print media landscape.

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Ridgefield

Neighborhoods Many of us love Ridgefield’s winding, hilly roads and open spaces, its rural feel, and historic downtown. Our quintessential New England town is not a typical suburban area filled with cookie-cutter houses but instead has distinctive enclaves and several neighborhood associations tucked in between the swaying trees. Ridgefield is home to a handful of pool and lake communities, too, complete with ballfields, clubhouses, swim teams, and social events. There are also small pockets made up of a few streets that offer a true neighborhood feel. Using elementary school districts, and moving from north to south, here’s a guide to these neighborhoods—as well as the little enclaves that exist within each. Enjoy the neighborhood tour.

» Ridgebury Ridgebury covers the northern part of town and borders the city of Danbury. The area consists of open spaces, rolling hills, vast horse farms, and active farmland.

Ridgebury is home to Pleasantview Recreational Association (PVRA), what some consider to be the best pool club in Ridgefield. PVRA consists of 225 deeded homes ranging from ranch-style to newer colonials, with a pool, athletic fields, social events, and more. You don’t need to live in one of these homes to join—it is open to outside members—but carries a quite-lengthy waiting list.

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bers. Stone Ridge Estates, just south of the Danbury line, was built in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and boasts 4,000-plus-square-foot homes, each on a little over an acre of land.

Rainbow Lake and the surrounding area were developed in the 1930s and 1940s by Willie Winthrop, a developer who envisioned a string of lakes and summer homes here in Ridgefield. Most of Rainbow Lake’s original homes remain, along with some of more recent construction. Rainbow Lake offers residents a variety of social events all year long.

» Barlow Mountain The Barlow Mountain district covers the parts of town known as Titicus and the watershed. It borders North Salem to the north and west, and stretches across part of Route 35, up Limestone and Great Hill

Roads, and into an area known as The Lakes, off Bennetts Farm Road.

Mimosa is a recreational community off North Street, bordering Pierrepont State Park to the north, with a pool, athletic fields, social events, and more.

Built in the 1960s by Jerry Tuccio, there are 89 homes, each on about one acre of land. Mimosa is open to outsiders for community membership.

Twixt Hills is a lake community with private-membership events, including summer beach parties, dinner club, and winter ice skating. It is located on Pierrepont Lake and is another Tuccio neighborhood developed in the 1960s.

The watershed of Lake Mamanasco covers an area of 537 acres and contains about 440 homes. The lake is the center of many recreational activities, including swimming, fishing, sailing, and ice fishing. The major beach located on the western

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Ridgefield is a town that cherishes history, but does not get stuck in it. shoreline is the Mamanasco Beach Club, operated by the Eight Lakes Community Association.

» Scotland The Scotland district covers part of the southern portion of the Titicus area, lower North Street, parts of the Route 35/ Danbury Road corridor in town, and the West Mountain/Barrack Hill area. West Mountain Estates is on the west side of town, near the New York border, with 160 acres of homes built in the mid-1970s through the mid-1980s. Most West Mountain homes are traditional New England colonials with some ranch-style homes mixed in. A few luxury homes have been added over the years.

West Mountain's amenities rival other pool communities in town.

» Veterans Park Known as VP, this school district covers the village/downtown area of Ridgefield.

There are small streets and cul-desacs that offer a neighborhood feel and are walkable to Main Street. It also includes the Silver Spring area, bordering Lewisboro and is home to the Silver Spring Country Club and historic Peter Parley School.

Located just west of downtown, between Peaceable Street and Barry Avenue, is Westmoreland, another Tuccio neighborhood.

» Farmingville This district in the mid-eastern section of town borders Route 35 to the north, Redding to the east, and includes the Lounsbury area. Farmingville was previously all farmland and is still home to the Hickories, a family-run, organic farm that dates back over 100 years and covers more than 100 acres. Small neighborhoods in this area include Norrans Ridge, Stonehenge Estates on the Ridgebury/Redding line, just off Route 7, and Walnut Grove and surrounding streets.

» Branchville This area covers the southeast part of town and borders Redding and Wilton. It includes the Branchville train station and several shops and restaurants along Route 7. Branchville’s winding roads, small streets, and scenic areas make this a picturesque place to live. Nod Road is a designated scenic route that leads to the Weir Farm National Historic Site.

Many small neighborhoods are tucked off Branchville Road, while the largest and most established neighborhood in the Branchville district is Twin Ridge, a neighborhood in the southeast corner of Ridgefield with 130 homes covering some 200 acres. The first Twin Ridge home was built in 1964, with the last two lots developed in 2002.

Twin Ridge holds year-round social activities for children and adults.

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1 See a live performance: more than 200 at the Ridgefield Playhouse, professional musicians at the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra, free summer shows in Ballard Park, high-school plays and concerts, church and choral gatherings, Broadway runs at ACT, and the Ridgefield Theater Barn.

2 Paint en plein air at Weir Farm. Just bring your easel, canvas, and art supplies and be inspired by the same landscapes that captured the attention of the great American Impressionist J. Alden Weir, and a host of other celebrated artists too.

3 Walk from the south end of Main Street: See the splendor of the set-back houses, the Cass Gilbert Fountain, Keeler Tavern, Aldrich Museum, Lounsbury House, then downtown, Ridgefield Library, Elms condos, Casagmo, Battle of Ridgefield site. Return on the opposite side of Main.

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Wilton

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Wilton Center

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Whether shopping, heading out to a restaurant, or attending a community-wide celebration, Wilton Town Center is welcoming to residents and visitors alike. One can buy groceries or wine, checkout an array of retail shops, go to a movie, or find a cozy spot to meet friends for coffee.

Schenck’s Island offers multiple trails with cleared areas for fishing, picnicking or relaxing by the edge of the Norwalk River, and an escape to nature for dog walkers. The Wilton Library is a town treasure, with a full calendar of author talks, documenta-

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ry film screenings, lectures, musical events, and programs for the whole family. There's the annual Mother's Day Plant sale in May, a July sidewalk sale, Halloweekend in October, the December Holiday Stroll, and the Winter Carnival held in January.

Twice a year, local Wilton Center restaurateurs offer special menus during Restaurant Week.

stops at the Cannondale Station, but the area is better known for its small shops and businesses adjacent to the station, including The Schoolhouse at Cannondale restaurant. Diners there enjoy their meals in what was the second schoolhouse built in the neighborhood in 1872.

Cannondale

The Silvermine section of Wilton has been known as an artist community since the early 1900s.

A visionary sculptor named Solon Borglum moved to the area in 1906 and contributed to the artist movement there. Solon’s depictions of frontier life, especially sculptures based on his experience with cowboys and native Americans established his reputation.

His was a subtler artistic path than his brother Gutzon and nephew Lincoln, who sculpted Mount Rushmore. Today the arts are still very much alive in the area thanks to the Silvermine

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Originally called Pimpewaug by the local Native Americans, Cannondale was named after the Cannon family who became prominent in the area following the opening of their general store in the 1790s. The addition of the railway station came next, followed by a campaign by the Cannon family to open a neighborhood post office.

Cannon Station was soon abuzz with activity. Today, the Metro-North Danbury branch continues to make

Silvermine

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Wilton's neighborhoods provide endless access for walkers, runners, skiers, naturalists, fishing enthusiasts, and more.

Arts Center whose revolving exhibits, lectures, performances, and classes offer something for everyone. The 200-yearold Silvermine Tavern has now been fully renovated and is the sophisticated inn GrayBarns on the Silvermine River along with the popular restaurant, Tavern at GrayBarns.

and Middlebrook Middle School are located on School Road and Wilton high school lies on the other side of the athletic field and public tennis courts. The recently renovated Comstock Community Center, which houses the Wilton Senior Center, the Parks and Recreation department, and Wilton Social Services is also situated along this stretch. There is free parking and access for walkers, runners, dogs on leashes, naturalists, and fishing enthusiasts, to the scenic wooded route down to Merwin Meadows. Beyond the school district are residential neighborhoods made up of both historical and newer homes.

Georgetown

North Wilton

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Encompassing parts of Wilton, Redding, Ridgefield, and Weston, Georgetown is a community unto itself. Its history revolves predominantly around the Gilbert & Bennett wire mill, which had its beginnings in the early 1800s. By mid-century, G&B, as it was known, had four locations and was home to the country's first machine for making wire netting and fencing. The foundation of one of the buildings can still be seen from Old Mill Road. Today, Georgetown’s manufacturing roots have been replaced by more than half a dozen restaurants, shops, the Georgetown Farmers Market, Caraluzzi's Market for groceries, and other businesses which make it easy for residents to meet their needs without traveling south to Wilton Center.

Middlebrook Farms

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Almost every Wilton resident spends a significant amount of time in the Middlebrook Farms section of town during the school year. Cider Mill Elementary School PHOTO, TOP: DOUGLAS FOULKE

and Sperry Andrews. An indoor and outdoor attraction, it offers spring through fall indoor tours of the on-site house and studios, yearround hiking trails, and specialized spring through fall programs.

For true outdoor enthusiasts, the Wilton Town Forest, with entrances off Boas and Branch Brook Roads, offers 192 acres of natural beauty, many hiking trails, streams, and even a picturesque waterfall.

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Take a trip through North Wilton on July 4 and you'll see why this rural part of town has the community feel of days gone by.

The Nod Hill Fourth of July Parade travels for less than a mile but draws crowds each year who cheer for elaborate floats made by their neighbors and friends, then gather for an old-fashioned picnic, complete with sack races. North Wilton is also home to the Weir Farm National Historic Site, which was featured in Ken Burns’ documentary series The National Parks: America’s Best Idea. It is the only National Park Service site dedicated to American painting and was the home (and inspiration) for artists Julian Alden Wier, Mahonri Young,

South Wilton

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Bordering Norwalk, South Wilton is a commercial hub frequented by those working in the area’s many office complexes, or shoppers seeking larger retailers like Outdoor Sports Center. Despite the hustle and bustle of Route 7, there is natural beauty to be found here as well. Cranbury Park and Gallaher Mansion is a breathtaking space featuring 227 wooded and open acres frequented by hikers, dog walkers, and those looking to play disc golf on its 18-hole course. The course is laid out over acres of lush New England woodland. The Gallaher Estate Tudor revival mansion is a stunning snapshot of history, built in 1930 and meticulously maintained as a modern event venue. Whether working, shopping, hiking, dining at a wide variety of cuisines from Asian to Italian—South Wilton has much to offer. —KAREN SACKOWITZ Ridgefield + Wilton Handbook 15

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Real Estate [ A SNAPSHOT OF 2020 R EAL ESTATE H I G H LI G HTS ]

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ne can find any design and size house in Ridgefield, Wilton, and surrounding towns. From a sprawling Nantucket-style to an intown antique, a hilltop contemporary, and a renovated place near the New York border, there's a home for every buyer. Here is a sampling of homes that sold in 2020.

111 Spring Valley Road, Ridgefield

1034 Ridgefield Road, Wilton

$4,097,500

$1,385,000

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A sophisticated, custom-built residence, Mallard Pond featured reclaimed cherry hardwood floors, spectacular millwork, and sensational views. Rooms included a two-story great room, top-shelf gourmet kitchen, distinguished media room, private library and an impressive master suite. Four additional ensuite bedrooms joined a beautifully appointed au pair apartment. The 5.71 bucolic acres bordered the North Salem Bridle Trails, and the exquisite setting offered a fabulous saltwater pool, a stream fed pond, manicured gardens, and a multi-use pavilion perfect for yoga or art. Sold by Karla Murtaugh Homes in June, 2020.

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214 Mamanasco Road, Ridgefield

$1,096,200

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It was endless magic at this one-of-a-kind Architect designed sophisticated direct waterfront residence on sought after Lake Mamanasco. This special offering featured floor to ceiling glass walls surrounded by fencing and decks. A serene setting with mature plantings and sensational views from so many focal points both inside and outside told a story. Three levels of sun-drenched living space provided the perfect backdrop for weekend getaways or year-round enjoyment. Sold by Chip and Heather Neumann in October, 2020.

One of the most unique horse properties available in Wilton in 2020, this 13-acre private estate featured a storybook, stone-faced barn including five horse stalls, tack and feed room, grooming area, hayloft, and a three-car garage with 10’ ceiling. A gated paddock overlooking a pond lead to two additional pastures, and a charming one bedroom apartment. The main house was just as impressive, boasting a gunite pool with a waterfall and diving rock and a spacious finished basement complete with a bar, wine cellar, and workshop. Sold by Rick Smith of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in October, 2020.

An active real-estate market is driven by great schools, bustling businesses, attractive town centers, and wonderful people.

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Arts & Culture ACT of CT, Aldrich Museum, Keeler Tavern, Thrown Stone, The Prospector Theater, Ridgefield Playhouse, and more Places to Hike Norwalk River Valley Trail, Bennetts Pond, Hemlock Hills, Weir Farm, and more

8 Longmeadow Lane, Redding

$837,500

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This Plantation-style Colonial at the end of a cul-de-sac in Redding's sought-after Longmeadow Subdivision offered sophisticated and elegant interior design, four expansive verandas, three fireplaces, a classic butterfly staircase, and more. A fully-finished third level and finishable lower level offered the opportunity for flexible spaces. Numerous french doors and oversized windows throughout made for an abundance of natural light. The pastoral setting was a dream, with lushly landscaped grounds and a graceful, tree-lined drive. Sold by Roni Agress of William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty in October.

128 Silver Spring Road, Lot 2, Ridgefield

$1,535,000

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This exceptional new construction by premier builder, Tom Sturges, offered the opportunity to customize a dream home in an extraordinary country estate setting. Mature trees and stonewalls accented a three-plus acre, level lot. Located directly across from the fairways of Silver Spring Country Club, a fabulous, South Ridgefield location, this lot was surrounded by multi-million dollar residences and boasted a light and bright open floor plan with the option to finish the lower level. Sold by Carole Cousins of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in January, 2020.

366 Wilton Road West, Ridgefield

$770,000

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Located minutes from the heart of Ridgefield, this wonderfully updated “Restoration Hardware” style home epitomized today’s design sensibilities. From the ontrend color palette, to the farmhouse-style paneling throughout, and the gourmet chef’s marble kitchen, it truly had everything a discerning buyer would want for comfortable, modern living. Outside, the beautifully level lot included a large yard with wonderful specimen plantings, a flagstone patio, a built-in grill, and a charming garage with a cupola that payed homage to the home’s heritage. Sold by Karla Murtaugh Homes in December, 2020.

Schools Schools consistently rank among the top in the state, plus St. Mary, Ridgefield Academy, and Wooster Fitness Races like Redding Road Race - A Run for the Cows, Run Like a Mother, TriRidgefield, plus group and individual fitness classes Food & Drink Award-winning, exquisite, family-style, ethnic, and many new dining options Shopping Downtown, Branchville, Copps Hill, and more Places of Worship A multitude of traditional churches and temples, plus many finding religion in their own special way Bonus #8 Two great magazines

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or newcomers to Ridgefield and Wilton, welcoming, family-oriented communities that are all about great schools, sports, the arts, and giving back, visitors, this guide is meant to be a year-round resource. As always, we love feedback, so please email us at editor@ridgefieldmagazine.com to share your thoughts about this guide - or any issue of Ridgefield or Wilton Magazine. In the meantime, follow us on social media at @RidgefieldWiltonMags for more up-to-date nuggets on what to do, see, eat, and experience in Fairfield County.

TOWN SERVICES Ambulance/ Fire Emergency Ridgefield Fire Dept.

6 Catoonah St. / 911 Wilton Fire Dept.

236 Danbury Rd. / 911

Police Emergency Ridgefield Police Dept.

76 E Ridge Rd. / 911 Non-emergency: 203-438-6531

Government Ridgefield Town Hall 400 Main St., ridgefieldct.org Wilton Town Hall 238 Danbury Rd., wiltonct.org

Recycling Ridgefield Recycling Center 59 South St., 203-431-2343 Wilton Transfer Station Mather St., 203-563-0152

Local History

Aristo Nail Spa 453 Main St., 203-438-6308 Bella Donna Hair Studio 202 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203762-3800 Branchville Hair Design 300 Danbury Rd., 203-544-9013 Chez Delila's 113 Danbury Rd., 203-4316798 Chloe Nail & Spa 91 Danbury Rd., 203-894-5684

Ridgefield Historical Society 4 Sunset Ln., 203-438-5821

Classic Nails 52 Danbury Rd., 203-431-8700 Dapper Den 433 Main St., 203-438-2710

Post Office

Wilton Historical Society 224 Danbury Rd., 203-762-7257

Ridgefield Post Office 26 Catoonah St.

PERSONAL SERVICES

Dubari Family Hair Care Center 230 Danbury Rd., 203-762-8676

A Nu You Salon 235 Danbury Rd., 203-7611309

Get Glowing (Airbrush Tanning) 409 Main St., 203-431-4569

Adam Broderick Salon & Spa 89 Danbury Rd., 203-431-3994

Hair Couture 590 Danbury Rd., 203-438-2121

Arena Hairstyling 84 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203762-5950

Holly Nails & Day Spa 35 Danbury Rd., 203-403-3906

Wilton Police Dept.

240 Danbury Rd. / 911 Non-emergency: 203-834-6260

Wilton Post Office 15 Hubbard Rd. Georgetown Post Office 65 Redding Rd.

Library Ridgefield Library 472 Main St., 203-438-2282 ridgefieldlibrary.org Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203762-3950, wiltonlibrary.org

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Argon’s Barbershop 7 Danbury Rd., 203-210-7271

Illumination Salon 23 Danbury Rd., 203-762-6140

Isabella Salon 46 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203762-9446 Liz & Company Hair Studio 24 Danbury Rd., 203-761-1373 Nails by Jenny 99 Danbury Rd., 203-438-7883 Otto 2 Barber Shop 113 Danbury Rd., 203-431-8484 Paris Hair Designs 609 Main St., 203-438-4697 Patrizia's Hair Studio 154 Danbury Rd., 203-434-7485 Pelo by Edgardo 16 Bailey Ave., 475-215-5751 Philip Salon 9 Danbury Rd., 203-761-4922 Ridgefield Family Hair Care 159 Danbury Rd., 203-438-4757 Ridgefield Nail Bar 590 Danbury Rd., 203-894-5288 Ridgefield Spa by Darcy 27 Catoonah St., 203-438-1155 Shine Salon 392 Main St., 203-438-5000

Sola Salon 5 River Rd., 203-885-7652 Studio B Hair Designs 951 Danbury Rd., 203-5449422 Supercuts Ridgefield 125 Danbury Rd., 203-4382859 Supercuts Wilton 35 Danbury Rd., 203-762-7340 Super Scissors 1 Danbury Rd., 203-210-7250 Whip Salon Ridgefield 23 Governor St., 203-4426444 White Cottage Salon 154 Danbury Rd., 203-803-8311

E D U CATI O N Almost Home 35 Copps Hill Rd., Ridgefield 203-438-6118

Apple Blossom School 440 Danbury Rd., Wilton 203-834-0344 Boys & Girls Club of Ridgefield 41 Governor St., 203-438-8821 Building Blocks Early Learning 59 Danbury Rd., Wilton 203-517-0168 Children’s Day School of Wilton 111 Ridgefield Rd., 203-762-8001 Community Nursery School 9 Hubbard Rd., 203-762-3436 Children's Academy 890 Ethan Allen Hwy., Ridgefield 203-438-0766 The Children’s Corner 115 Barlow Mountain Rd. Ridgefield, 203-438-3737 Connecticut Friends School 317 New Canaan Rd., 203-7629860

Creative Children's Korner 103 Main St., Ridgefield 203-438-3001

The Hotchkiss School 11 Interlaken Rd., Lakeville 860-435-2591

Eagle Hill School 45 Glenville Rd, Greenwich 203-622-9240

Jesse Lee Day School 207 Main St., Ridgefield 203-438-9204

Educational Playcare 20 Portland Avenue, Redding 203-872-7686

Kaleidoscope Kids 602 Ridgebury Rd., Ridgefield 203-748-1177

Enchanted Garden 165 Danbury Rd., Ridgefield 203-431-3350

Kent School 1 Macedonia Rd., Kent 860-927-6000

Forman School 12 Norfolk Rd., Litchfield 860-567-8317 The Goddard School 385 Danbury Rd., Wilton 203-408-0865 Honey Tree Preschool 992 Danbury Rd., Wilton 203-544-7575 Growing Tree Nursery School 60 Prospect St., Ridgefield 203-431-6152

Landmark Preschool 233 West Mountain Rd., Ridgefield, 203-894-1800 Lauralton Hall 200 High St., Milford 203-877-2786 Leaps N Bounds Childcare 15 Old Danbury Rd., Wilton 203-761-9100 The Marvelwood School 476 Skiff Mountain Rd., Kent 860-927-0047 Montessori School, Wilton 34 Whipple Rd., 203-834-0440

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Taft School 110 Woodbury Rd., Watertown 860-945-7777 Tutoring Club of Ridgefield 105 Danbury Road., 203-438-1128 Wilton Helping Hands Preschool 395 Danbury Rd. 203-762-0381 ext. 6334 Wooster School 91 Miry Brook Rd., Danbury 203-830-3900 Zion Hill Preschool 470 Danbury Rd. 203-762-9620

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August Interiors 917-776-1959 Bailiwick Roofing 203-834-1918 Bedford Stone & Masonry 914-666-6404 Bolton Landscape Design 203-761-9775 Bradsell Painting & Carpentry 914-234-3492 Casey Energy 203-438-6500 Classic Pool & Patio 203-943-5268 Colby's of Ridgefield 13 Governor St., 203-438-8531 Design Builders & Remodeling 904 Ethan Allen Hwy. 203-431-9104 DMH Roofing 203-417-5737

Doyle Coffin Architects 158 Danbury Rd., 203-431-6001 Drakeley Pool 860-274-7903 Eileen Segalman Interiors 203-417-9776 Gardening Gals 203-249-1702 Hoffman Landscapes 647 Danbury Rd., 203-834-9656 Hollandia Nurseries 203-743-0267 The Hudson Company 139 Ethan Allen Hwy. 203-438-5996 Interiors & Designs

by Ursula 378 Main St. / 203-438-5996 J. Mulvaney Plumbing 203-438-1354 Jill Rae Designs 203-460-0946

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Kingswood Kitchens (Danbury) 70 Beaver St., 203-792-8700 Kingswood Kitchens (Norwalk) 520 West St., 203.939.9771 LaurelRock Company 969 Danbury Rd., 203-544-0062 Molly Hirsch Interiors mollyhirschinteriors.com

Roni Agress William Pitt Sothebys Amy Mosley & Partners Coldwell Banker, 203-501-0581 ridgefieldctreal.estate Karla Murtaugh Neumann Real Estate | Christie's International Real Estate 203-856-5534, karlamurtaugh.com

Montanari Fuel 203-438-2688

Chip Neumann Neumann Real Estate 203-438-0455, neumannre.com

New Beginnings Landscaping 4 North St., 203-431-0333

Sarah Oh William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-505-5722, williampitt.com

New England Propane 203-857-0066

OUTDOORS

Northeast Cabinet Design 18 Bailey Ave., 203-431-9894

Hiking & Biking

Olley Court 418 Main St., 203-438-1270 Putnam's Landscaping 203-241-4846 Ridgefield Hardware Store 385 Main St., 203-438-2661 Ridgefield Plumbing 203-438-9388 Ridgefield Supply 29 Prospect St., 203-438-2626 Servco Oil 203-762-7994 Squash's Ridgefield Office Supply 389 Main St., 203-438-3635 Standard Oil 203-334-5532 Sunburst Plumbing 203-431-0209 Twin Oaks Painting 203-210-7830 YardApes New Milford 860-350-2737

R E A L E STATE Coldwell Banker 398 Main St., 203-438-9000 coldwellbankerhomes.com Laura Freed Ancona William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-733-7053 move2ridgefield.com Gigi Bazarian William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-918-8788, williampitt.com Debbie Chase William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-733-3820, williampitt.com

(A Few Readers' Favorites) Florida Refuge Access on south side of Florida Hill Rd., 0.2 mile east of intersection of Florida Hill and Cooper Hill roads in Ridgefield.

Hemlock Hills Wide variety of trails ranging from easy to difficult.

Trail entrances in Ridgefield: North Shore Drive, Ned's Mountain Road, South Shore Drive ballfield, and Pine Mountain Road Huntington State Park Diverse trails that are great for first time riders and families.

Also technical track to challenge expert riders.

Sunset Hill Rd., Redding Lake Windwing This open space contains ball fields, a flat meadow, trails. Fishing and non-motorized boating permitted.

10 South Shore Dr., Ridgefield Pine Mountain Difficult trails, with steep sections over rocks. Links with Hemlock Hills. Trail entrance at the end of Pine Mountain Rd. in Ridgefield, also by Lake Windwing.

Merwin Meadows In Wilton, dogs allowed on leashes on trails but not in playground or on beach.

52 Lovers Lane, 203-834-6234 Ridgefield Rail Trail Easy, 2.3 miles. The entire trail is accessible for cross-country skiing. Pedestrian access from the end of Prospect St. Ivy Hill, Cooper Hill, Florida Road.

Sarah Bishop Easy trail, with some uphill.

Also contains a short trail for

On Exhibit RPAC ART CENTER AND ACADEMY and RPAC Gallery bring an artistic edge to Ridgefield's downtown. In a space above the restaurant 850 Degrees Wood Fired, RPAC Art Center and Academy has large studio space—available for rent in parcels to artists. It is a fully equipped studio, with private and open workspaces, and an upscale computer room for graphic design, digital arts, and research. “Whether you are a working artist, emerging artist or student, our curriculum and independent study courses will expand your practice and build a body of work suitable for portfolio use and career enhancement,” says owner Dee Dee Colabella, who opened the center in 2019. On Main Street, Colabella opened the RPAC Gallery, featuring quality works by local artists on display for viewing and purchase. Guest artists are featured on a regular and rotating schedule. RPAC Gallery, 410 Main St., Ridgefield. rpacartcenter.com, 203-894-5609

cross-country skiing. On the south side of Sarah Bishop Rd. in Ridgefield, 0.15 miles west of Two Pence Rd., near #27 Sarah Bishop Rd.

surface, with minimal roots and rocks. 54 Deer Run Rd., Wilton 203-762-7280

Tarrywile Park Trails around the pond near entrance are fairly easy.

70 Southern Blvd., Danbury 203-744-3130

Golf Performance Center 824 Ethan Allen Hwy., Ridgefield203-790-4653

Weir Farm National Historic Park Easy trail. Two hours. Catch the homestead when done.

735 Nod Hill Road, Wilton 203-834-1896 Wilton Woods Mountain biking technical trail.

Riding trails hold a wide variety of steep uphills.

99 Partrick Ln., Wilton

Golf (Private)

Redding Country Club 109 Lonetown Rd., Redding 203-938-2567 Rolling Hills Country Club 333 Hurlbutt St., Wilton 203-762-4604 Silver Springs Country Club 439 Silver Spring Rd., Ridgefield 203-438-2671 Waccabuc Country Club 90 Mead St., Waccabuc 914-763-3144

Woodcock Nature Center Easy trail. Nice, soft walking

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Golf (Public) Candlewood Valley Country Club 401 Danbury Rd., New Milford 860-354-9359 Centennial Golf Club 185 John Simpson Rd., Carmel 845-225-5700 Fairchild-Wheeler Golf Course 2390 Easton Tpke., Fairfield 203-373-5911 Great River Golf Club 130 Coram Ln., Milford 203-876-8051 H. Smith Richardson Golf Course 2425 Morehouse Hwy., Fairfield, 203-255-7300 Hudson Hills Golf Course 400 Croton Dam Rd., Ossining, 914-864-3000 Pehquenakonck Country Club 101 Bloomerside Rd., North Salem, 914-669-6776

Pound Ridge Golf Club 18 High Ridge Rd., Pound Ridge 914-764-5771 Richter Park Golf Course 100 Aunt Hack Rd., Danbury 203-792-2550 Ridgefield Golf Course 545 Ridgebury Rd., Ridgefield 203-748-7008 Salem Golf Club 18 Bloomer Rd., North Salem 914-669-5485

Skiing Blandford Ski Area Blandford, MA, 413-848-2860

Ski Sundown New Hartford, 860-379-7669 Ski Butternut Great Barrington, MA, 413-528-2000

203-438-7714 Candlelight Shoppe of Lingerie 416 Main St., 203-438-2333

Thunder Ridge Patterson, NY, 845-878-4100

Cardinal Gems Kevin@cardinalgems.com cardinalgems.com

SHOPPING

Champagne Taste 5 River Rd., 203-210-7212

Addessi Jewelers 387 Main St., 203-438-6549

Consign Envy 23 Catoonah St., 203-438-3933

Annabel Green Flowers 28 Cannon Rd., 203-761-8955

Craig's Fine Jewelry 394 Main St., 203-438.3701

Audrey Road 7 Bailey Ave., 203-894-5182

Cruise Planners 203-403-4053 vacationsbypeggy.com

Catamount Hillsdale, NY, 518-325-3200

B. Chic 78 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-210-7037

Jiminy Peak Hancock, MA, 413-738-5500

BellaHome 90 Danbury Rd., 203-438-6400

HERs Boutique Ridgefield 448 Main St., 203-431-3111

Mount Southington Southington, CT, 860-628-0954

Blue Star Bazaar 237 Danbury Rd., 203-762-6061

HERs Boutique Wilton 24 Center St., 203-210-7966

Mohawk Mountain Cornwall, 860-672-6100

Bring ‘n Buy 590 Danbury Rd.,

Flower Girl CT 203-244-5246

Joy of Movement 15 Danbury Rd., 203-438-4555

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L i s t i n g s /// R e s t a u r a n t s

Talbots 107 Danbury Rd., 203-438-7361 Tiger Sports 27 Catoonah St., 203-894-3286 Touch of Sedona 452 Main St., 203-438-7146 Turkey Ridge 1 Bailey Ave., 203-431-1255 Zoe & Co. Sugarbeads 393 Main St., 203-431-6555

A Fresh Look THERE IS NO SHORTAGE of food in Ridgefield or Wilton, and certainly no shortage of fresh and organic options. Aptly named, Nature’s Temptations greets shoppers with expansive offerings of fresh, often locally-sourced, 100 percent organic produce. “We are not a supermarket, but we're more than a health food store. We are here to help. When people have problems with allergies or diet, etc., we have answers about eating the right food,” says owner Jeff Konchalski.

As it says in the name, Ridgefield Organic & Specialty Market, located in The Marketplace near Copps Hill, offer seasonal varieties of organic and locally sourced fruits and vegetables, plus soups, salads, freshly squeezed juices, and smoothies.

In Wilton, The Well specializes in well balanced and delicious whole food cleansing. The Well believes, quite simply, in good health through good food. Their gourmet takeout menu includes organic and natural items, and daily specials accommodate vegan, paleo and gluten free diets.

—GEOFFREY MORRIS

Open House 9 Center St., 203-762-3868 Lenox Jewelers Fairfield 2379 Black Rock Tpke, Fairfield 203-374-6157 Local Soul Wilton 90 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203.563.9155 Main Street Florist & Gift 447 Main St., 203-431-9393

21 Governor St., 203-438-3328

Rodier Flowers 384 Main St., 203-438-2912

Olley Court 418 Main St., 203-438-1270

Signature Style 72 Old Ridgefield Rd. 203-529-3115

Ridgefield Thrift Shop

Bartolo 103 Danbury Rd., 203-894-8141

Gallo 5 Grove St., 203-431-7726

22 Candles 188 Chestnut Hill Rd., 203-577-5540 109 Cheese & Wine 109 Danbury Rd., 203-4385757

The Hideaway 30 Grove St., 203-438-7676 Hoodoo Brown BBQ 967 Ethan Allen Hwy. 203-438-6033 Hunan Noodle Bar

Bubble & Brew 203-228-2962

461 Main St. 203-431-4588

The Cake Box 427 Main St., 203-403-2558

Luc’s Café & Restaurant 3 Big Shop Ln., 203-894-8522

Caraluzzi's Georgetown Market 920 Danbury Rd., 203-544-7021

Mannen 15 Danbury Rd., 203-438-8727

Deborah Ann's Sweet Shoppe 381 Main St., 203-438-0065 Milillo Farms 424 Main St., 203-438-6677 Millstone Farm 180 Millstone Rd., 203-834-2605 Nature’s Temptations 32 Prospect St., 203-438-5443 Parma Market and Bakery 56 Danbury Rd., 203-4386098

Sweet Pierre’s 5 River Rd. #1, 203-563-0000

Nancy O 103 Danbury Rd., 203-431-2266

Barn Door 37 Ethan Allen Hwy. 203-493-5038

Markets

Ridgefield Bicycle Company 88 Danbury Rd., 203-438-0489

Ridgefield Running Company 423 Main St., 203-438-7778

Bareburger 38 Danbury Rd., 203-438-2273

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Ridgefield Organic Market 109 Danbury Rd., 203-894-8102

Miss Confident Boutique 17 Danbury Rd., 203.244.5556

Baja Cocina 426 Main St., 203-438-0022

Bernard’s and Sarah’s Wine Bar 20 West Ln., 203-438-8282

The Pharm Stand 470 Main St., 475-215-5802

Ridgefield Flowers 15 Danbury Rd., 203-438-4747 ridgefieldflowers.com

Bailey’s Backyard 23 Bailey Ave., 203-431-0796

Village Market 108 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-762-7283

Organika Kitchen 424 Main St., 203-403-3346 Posa

90 Danbury Rd., 203-894-5355 Red Rooster Pub 43 Danbury Rd., 203-403-3021 Ridgefield Organics 109 Danbury Rd., 203-894-8102 Ross Bread Shoppe 109 Danbury Rd., 203-438-4822 Southwest Café 1097 Danbury Rd., 203-431-3398 Sucré Salé 109 Danbury Rd., 203-244-5653 Tablao Wine Bar 426 Main St., 203-244-5320 Tequila Escape 439 Main St., 203-438-2500

R E STA U R A NTS

TerraSole Ristorante 3 Big Shop Ln., 203-438-5352

Ridgefield

Tony’s Deli 622 Main St., 203-438-8465

850 Degrees 424 Main St., 203-894-5495 Ancient Mariner 451 Main St., 203-438-4771

Tusk & Cup 51 Ethan Allen Hwy., 203-5440800

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Gofer Ice Cream 379 Danbury Rd., 203-210-5546 Hunan Café 101 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-761-8998 Jersey Mike's Subs 35 Danbury Rd., 203-803-4750 Little Pub Wilton 26 Danbury Rd., 203-762-1122 Marly’s Bar & Bistro 101 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-832-2000

To Swimfinity & Beyond SWIMFINITY SWIMMING ACADEMY in North Salem attracts parents and caregivers from throughout Fairfield & Westchester counties for good reason; Swimfinity guarantees kids will be swimming independently and with confidence within weeks. Swimfinity’s survival swim classes teach children as young as six months how to save themselves by mastering the rollback-to-float sequence. "I built Swimfinity on the belief that every child should be provided lifesaving skills while developing a love for swimming," said founder Ali Sisca. "Our goal is to empower children while boosting self-esteem and building confidence," Sisca continued. Survival swim classes are individual private lessons, and instruction is tailored to each child’s skill and comfort level. Children may transition into group lessons once they've mastered survival swimming. And of course, their facilities are state of the art; their salt water pool is gentler on skin and eyes and the water is warmed to 90 degrees for a comforting and comfortable in-water experience. swimfinityacademy.com —AMANDA DUFF

Wilton

Redding

Aranci 67 142 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-587-1300

Heibeck’s Stand 951 Danbury Rd., 203-917-9313

Bangkok Republic 991 Danbury Rd., 203-544-8333

Milestone 2 Main St., 203-587-1700

Bianco Rosso 151 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-529-3800

Black Cat Grille 58 Redding Rd., 203-587-1276 Rancho Allegre 6 Main St., 203-544-9464 Wire Mill BBQ 12 Old Mill Rd., 203-544-9988

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Cactus Rose Restaurant 5 River Rd., 203-762-8484 Connecticut Coffee & Grill 12 Center St., 203-210-7171 Craft 14 Kitchen + Bar 5 River Rd., 203-762-6275

Basil Yoga 31 Bailey Ave., 203-403-2280 Burn Boot Camp 37 Danbury Rd., 203-505-8502 Club 24 901 Ethan Allen Hwy., 203-431-7610 CT Fitness Lab, LLC 396 Danbury Rd., Unit 7 203-529-5588

Naked Greens 239 Danbury Rd., 203-5293770

Elevation Spinning & Personal Training 4 Old Mill Rd., Georgetown 203-544-9503

Orem’s Diner 167 Danbury Rd., 203-762-7370

EnergyBarre 22 Center St., 203-563-0051

Parlor Pizza & Bar 5 River Rd., 203-762-6142

Herzog Body Tech, LLC 383 Main St., 203-240-4020

Reiki Sushi & Asian Bistro 239 Danbury Rd., 203-762-8788

JKS Traditional Karate of Wilton 228 Danbury Rd. 203-569-3744

Ren Dumpling & Noodle House 14 Danbury Rd., 203-761-9888

Kempo Academy of Martial Arts 941 Danbury Rd., 203-544-2225

The Sandwich Shoppe 7 Danbury Rd., 203-563-9364

Lyn Kehoe Power Yoga 109 Danbury Rd. / 203-313-4587

Schoolhouse at Cannondale 34 Cannon Rd., 203-834-9816

Personal Training Professionals 5 River Rd., 203-210-7450

Scoops Ice Cream & Candy Shop 92 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-834-1100 Starbucks 21 River Rd., 203-761-0408 Subway 202 Town Green, 203-834-2226

Wooster Hollow Diner 659 Danbury Rd, 203-438-2845

FITNESS

The Pilates Advantage 414 Olmstead Hill Rd. 203-563-9100 Pilates Barre 35 Danbury Rd., 203-438-2222 Pilates Greenhouse 88 Danbury Rd., 203-431-8900

Toozy Patza Pizza Jazzeria 991 Danbury Rd., 203-544-9500

PTP: Personal Training Professionals 105 Danbury Rd., 203-431-4787

Tusk & Cup 142 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-762-6230

Results 17 Governor St., 203-438-8771

Village Luncheonette & Pizzas 88 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-762-5883

Ridgefield Bikram Yoga 609 Main St., 203-431-9642

The Well 33 Danbury Rd., 203-762-9711 Wilton Pizza & Jazzeria 202 Town Green, 203-762-0007 Zio Italian Kitchen 1 Danbury Rd., 203-762-8615

Ridgefield Parks & Recreation Center 195 Danbury Rd, 203-431-2755 Riverbrook Regional YMCA 404 Danbury Rd., 203-762-8384 SDSS Marial Arts of Wilton 5 River Rd., 203-761-0018

L i s t i n g s /// C u l t u r e

Soul Tribe Yoga 80 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-210-7502 Swimfinity Swimming Academy 55 Fields Ln., North Salem 914-690-7946 Udo Fit 61 Ethan Allen Hwy., 203-244-4003 Wilton Anytime Fitness 84 Danbury Rd., 203-210-7474 Wilton Fit Body Boot Camp 5 River Rd., Suite 14 203-587-0305 Wilton Sport & Fitness 644 Danbury Rd., 203-529-3200

SENIORS

C U LT U R E

Atria Darien 50 Ledge Rd., 203-989-2414

A Contemporary Theatre 36 Quarry Ridge Rd., Ridgefield 475-215-5433, actofct.org

Atria Ridgefield 55 Old Quarry Rd., 203-403-0990 Benchmark Senior Living at Ridgefield Crossings 640 Danbury Rd., 203-403-4383 Brookdale Place of Wilton 96 Danbury Rd., 203-423-0193 Founders Hall, Ridgefield 193 Danbury Rd., 203-431-7000 The Greens at Cannondale 435 Danbury Rd., 203-761-1191

Winter Garden Ice Arena 111 Prospect Rdg., 203-438-4423

Meadow Ridge 100 Redding Rd., West Redding 203-544-1000

The Yoga Shala 49 Ethan Allen Hwy. , 203-544-8811

The Village at the Waveny Care Center 3 Farm Rd., New Canaan 203-594-5200

Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum 258 Main St., Ridgefield 203-438-4519 Ambler Farm 257 Hurlbutt St., Wilton 203-834-1143 The Barnum Museum 820 Main St., Bridgeport 203-331-1104 Bates Scofield House and Scofield Barn Museum 45 Old King's Highway N., Darien, 203-655-9233 Bruce Museum 1 Museum Dr., Greenwich 203-869-0376 Bush-Holley House and Museum 39 Strickland Rd., Cos Cob 203-869-6899

Discovery Museum & Planetarium 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport 203-372-3521 Fairfield Museum and History Center 370 Beach Rd., Fairfield 203-259-1598 Fairfield U Art Museum 1073 N Benson Rd., Fairfield 203-254-4046 G & B Cultural Center 49 New St., Georgetown 203-544-0056 Katonah Museum of Art Route 22, Katonah 914-232-9555 Keeler Tavern Museum 152 Main St., Ridgefield 203-438-5485 Lockwood-Mathews Mansion 295 West Ave., Norwalk 203-838-9799 Maritime Aquarium 10 North Water St., Norwalk 203-852-0700

L i s t i n g s /// A u t o m o t i v e

BMW of Ridgefield 746 Danbury Rd., Ridgefield 203-438-0471

Doctors' Pediatric 10 South St., Ste 206 203-431-3363

Colonial Ford 126 Federal Rd., Danbury 203-748-3503

Doctors’ Pediatric 55 Danbury Rd., 203-762 3363

Colonial Mazda 100 Federal Rd., Danbury 203-748-8700

Fairfield County Primary Care of Wilton 396 Danbury Rd., 203-276-4015

Colonial Subaru 89 Newtown Rd., Danbury 203-744-8383 Georgetown Auto Body 27 Catoonah St., 203-431-0588 Ingersoll Auto of Danbury 84 Federal Rd., Danbury 203-730-5766

Farm Hands WILTON’S 200-YEAR-OLD AMBLER FARM, situat-

ed on Hurlbutt Street, offers a six-month educational “apprentice” program, specially designed for local students enrolled in grades five though 11. It typically runs from May through October, with the apprentices meeting several times a week. The students provide hands-on labor, caring for the live animals at the farm, as well as running Saturday’s farm stand The older apprentices teach the younger children about farm activities. Ambler Farm’s vision is a restored and self-sustaining entity that provides the community with a place to connect with the land, and the town’s agrarian past through hands-on educational programming, sustainable farming in harmony with nature, animal husbandry, and community activities. amblerfarm.org —CHRIS CAPELLE

Mercedes-Benz of Danbury 866-409-1475

The Retreat at Split Rock 539 Danbury Rd., 203-834-7700

Miller Motorcars 342 W Putnam Ave., Greenwich 203-629-3890

Ridgefield Pediatric Associates 38B Grove St., 203-438-9557

Pamby Motors 655 Danbury Rd., Ridgefield 203-438-4801 Porsche Danbury 23 Sugar Hollow Rd., Danbury 203-744-5203 Ridgefield Auto Body 721 Danbury Rd., Ridgefield 203-438-5147 Ridgefield Auto Upholstery 865 Ethan Allen Hwy., 203-438-7583 Volkswagen Danbury 29 Sugar Hollow Rd., Danbury 203-744-5201

WELLNESS

Prospector Theatre 25 Prospect St., 203-438-0136

Thrown Stone Theater 440 Main St., Ridgefield 203-442-1714

Arbor Medical Group 195 Danbury Rd., 203-762-3353

AUTOMOTIVE

Sally Bergwerk, MD, FACP 35 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-762-0024

Ace Tire and Auto Center 861 Ethan Allen Hwy., Ridgefield, 203-438-4042

CT Dermatology Group 761 Main St., Norwalk 203-810-4151

Sheffield Island Lighthouse 4 North Water St., Norwalk 203-838-9444 Sono Switch Tower Museum 77 Washington St. / Norwalk Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford 203-322-1646 Stepping Stones Museum

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Audi Danbury 25 Sugar Hollow Rd., Danbury 203-744-5202 Bruce Bennett Nissan 978 Danbury Rd., Wilton 203-544-8371

Modern Dermatology 1032 Post Rd. E., Westport 203-635-0770 Ortho Connecticut 10 South St., 203-797-1500

for Children 303 West Ave., Norwalk 203-899-0606

Ridgefield Theatre Barn 37 Halpin Ln., 203-431-9850

Greenwich Medical Spa (Ridgefield) 88 Danbury Rd., 203-689-8772

Marty Motors, INC. 92 Danbury Rd., Ridgefield 203-438-0485

Philip Johnson Glass House 199 Elm St., New Canaan 203-594-9884

Ridgefield Playhouse 80 E Ridge Rd., 203-438-5795

Family Medical Associates 96 Danbury Rd., 203-438-0874

Center for Integrative Health 3 Hollyhock Ln., 203-834-2813 Center for Women’s Care 195 Danbury Rd., 203-563-0230

RVNAhealth 27 Governor St., 203-438-5555 Stamford Health Medical Group 195 Danbury Rd., 203-276-8490 Stamford Health Medical Clinic 372 Danbury Rd., 203-276-4282 Stephen Phillips, MD 944 Danbury Rd., 203-544-0005 Vein Clinics of America 372 Danbury Rd., 203-762-2800 Western CT Medical Group 249 Danbury Rd., 203-762-5588 Wilton Medical Associates 249 Danbury Rd. 203-762-3353 Wilton Obstetrics & Gynecology 396 Danbury Rd., 203-834-2237 Wilton Surgery Center 195 Danbury Rd 203-563-9470 Western Connecticut Medical Group 21 South St., 203-431-6531

L i s t i n g s /// W e l l n e s s

Chiropractors Karen Brunjes, DC 343 Ethan Allen Hwy. 203-438-9477 Chiropractic Health Center 126 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-834-1515 Georgetown Chiropractic 992 Danbury Rd., 203-544-9291 Pardee Chiropractic Center 871 Ethan Allen Hwy UNIT 103 203-438-8388 Peterson Chiropractic & Wellness 31 Bailey Ave., 203-438-9609 Ridgefield Chiropractic & Wellness Dr. Christopher Mascetta 10 South St. #205, 203-431-1688 Ridgefield Performance Chiropractic Dr. Eugene Zeitler 20 Prospect St., 203-417-3375

Ridgefield Sports Medicine 159 Danbury Rd. Suite, 105 203-403-6980

Dr. Paul J. Keating, DMD 196 Danbury Rd., 203-762-5048

Dr. Elihu Rosen 465 Danbury Rd., 203-762-2244

Max Dental 151 Old Ridgefield Rd.,

South Wilton Chiropractic 7 Danbury Rd., 203-762-3400 Wilton Chiropractic 134 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-856-2531

Dental Agostin DentalCare 15 Old Ridgefield Rd. 203-762-9907 Dr. Gregory Chann, DDS

400 Danbury Rd., 203-762-8405

Family & Cosmetic Dentistry 142 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-517-0202 Hometown Family Dentistry 31 Bailey Ave., 203-431-3901

WILTON

65 Danbury Road (203) 762-7600 westy.com

Ridgefield Dental Care 38B Grove St., 203-438-0458 Ridgefield Perfect Smile Center 162 Danbury Rd., Ridgefield 203-544-2630 Dr. Martin Sachs, DDS 5 Danbury Rd., 203-762-5141 Tooth Fairy Pediatric Dentistry 35 Copps Hill Rd., 203-403-2525 Wilton Center Family Dentistry Dr. James T. Aris, DMD 436 Danbury Rd., Wilton 203-762-5100 Wilton Dental Associates Dr. Vandieveer Strait, DDS 44 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, 203-761-0223

Orthodontists Braces CT 8 Prospect St, Ridgefield 203-438-6922 Dr. Blaine J. Langberg 17 Danbury Rd., Ridgefield 203-431-4446 Georgetown Orthodontics 72 Redding Rd., 203-544-9338 Lambert Orthodontics 379 Danbury Rd., 203-762-9333 Sanford Orthodontics 44 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-762-2322 Smile Art Orthodontics 126 Old Ridgefield Rd., 203-210-7375

Eye Care George Amatuzzi 419 Main St., Ridgefield 203-431-3937 Ridgefield Family Eye Care 96 Danbury Rd. 203-438-5855

L i s t i n g s /// W o r s h i p

First Congregational Church 103 Main St., 203-438-8077 Georgetown United Methodist Church 33 Church St., 203-544-8394 Hindu Mandir 68 Westport Rd., 305-766-8340 Hope Church 240 Wolfpit Rd., 203-762-0706

Art in the (National) Park WILTON AND RIDGEFIELD'S WEIR FARM, one of

two sites in the National Park Service devoted to the visual arts (along with SaintGaudens National Historic Site in Cornish, N.H.) offers myriad ways for artists—of all ages and skill levels—to create art “en plein air.”

Weir Farm encourages and nurtures artists in many ways, from providing free art supplies through its Take Part in Art program, as well as offering formal Impressionist Painting Workshops and its annual Art in the Park Contest and Festival. In addition to the programs provided, artists are encouraged to bring their own supplies and paint on park grounds year-round.

The Artist-in-Residence program has (to date) hosted over 200 worldwide artists. They spend one month living and working at the park. Visual artists apply for residencies in all media and from diverse artistic points of view. 203-834-1896 —CHRIS CAPELLE

Vision Consultants of Wilton 115 Old Ridgefield Rd Suite 101B 203 834-0860 Wilton Family Eye Care 1 Grumman Hill Rd., 203-761-9119

Hospitals Danbury Hospital Danbury, 203-739-7887 Hospital for Special Surgery 1 Blachley Rd, Stamford 203-705-2400 New Milford Hospital.

21 Elm St., New Milford 860-210-5000 Northern Westchester Hospital

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400 E. Main St., Mount Kisco, 914-666-1200 Norwalk Hospital 34 Maple St., Norwalk 203-852-2000 Silver Hill Hospital 208 Valley Rd., New Canaan 866-542-4455 Stamford Hospital 30 Shelburne Rd., Stamford 203-276-1000

Jesse Lee Memorial United Methodist Church 207 Main St., 203-438-8791 Our Lady of Fatima Church 229 Danbury Rd., 203-762-3928 Religious Society of Friends 317 New Canaan Rd., 203-762-5669 Ridgebury Congregational Church 605 Ridgebury Rd. 203-748-2806

Zion's Hill United Methodist 470 Danbury Rd., 203-762-9890

TRAVEL Bradley Int'l Airport Located halfway between Hartford and Springfield.

Windsor Locks, CT; 860-292-2000 bradleyairport.com Danbury Municipal Airport A popular airport for private jet charter and corporate flights, common destinations to and from the airport include Nantucket, MA; Martha's Vineyard, MA; and East Hampton, NY. danbury-ct.gov Days Inn by Wyndham 296 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield 203-438-3781 Ethan Allen Hotel 21 Lake Ave. Ext., Danbury 203-744-1776 EVEN Hotel Norwalk 426 Main Ave., 203-846-9355

Ridgefield Baptist Church 325 Danbury Rd., 203-438-5751

Hotel Zero Degrees Danbury 15 Milestone Rd, Danbury 203-730-9200

St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church 6 Ivy Hill Rd., 203-438-0606

Inn at GrayBarns on the Silvermine River 194 Perry Ave., Norwalk 203-489-9000

St. Mary Catholic Church 55 Catoonah St., 203-438-6538 St. Matthew's Episcopal Church 36 New Canaan Rd., 203-762-7400 St. Elizabeth Seton 520 Ridgebury Rd. 203-438-7292, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 351 Main St., 203-438-3789 Shir Shalom 46 Peaceable St., 203-438-6589 Temple B'nai Chaim 82 Portland Ave, Georgetown 203-544-8695 Wilton Baptist Church 254 Danbury Rd., 203-762-2429

WORSHIP

Wilton Congregational Church 70 Wilton Rd. West, 203-762-559

First Church of Christ Scientist 260 Main St., 203-572-5515

Wilton Presbyterian Church 48 New Canaan Rd., 203-762-5514

John F. Kennedy Int'l Airport One of the top 20 busiest airports in the world, JFK boasts nonstop flights to destinations in all six inhabited continents.

Queens, NY; 718-244-4444 jfkairport.com LaGuardia Airport Nonstop flights to or from points beyond 1,500 miles are prohibited, with a few exceptions.

Queens, NY; 718-533-3400 laguardiaairport.com Newark Liberty Int'l Airport Newark Airport handles almost as many flights as JFK Airport.

Newark, NJ; 973-961-6000 newarkairport.com Tweed New Haven Airport Tweed offers less wait times and congestion than many other airports. New Haven, CT; 203-466-8833, flytweed.com Westchester County Airport Located five miles east of White Plains and 30 miles north of New York City. 914-995-2000 airport.westchestergov.com West Lane Inn 22 West Ln., Ridgefield 203-438-7323

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On Your Marks, Get Set, Go! RUNNING IS A GREAT EQUALIZER OF A SPORT. Slow, fast, long, short – there are no limitations on who can call themselves a runner. It doesn’t require a lot of gear – good shoes and socks at the minimum – and as long as your moving, it counts.

As American running great Kara Goucher said, “It doesn’t matter how fast or far you’re going. If you’re putting on your shoes and going out for a run, you’re a runner, you are in that club.”

The running community here is strong and at its heart is Megan Searfoss, owner of Ridgefield Running Company (423 Main Street) – one of the Top Ten Running Stores in America. Searfoss opened sister store Darien Running Company in 2020. Not only does Searfoss' team utilize a 3D scanner, a digital walk mat, and video analysis for a comprehensive foot evaluation for each customer, they also offer many training plans – for everyone from beginners to seasoned marathoners. Ridgefield Running Company's motto, that the journey through life is about constant forward motion is reflected in its logo, which includes the triskelion, a Celtic symbol with three legs that represents continual movement. They host group runs of varying distances and paces every Saturday morning, and they also host events such as the Frozen Feet Challenge, which encourages participants to run or walk at least one mile outside for six weeks – all with the goal of getting people to move, however they can.

Thankfully for runners, this area offers a multitude of places in which to run. If sidewalks and streets are your preference, there are several routes that leave from Ridgefield Running Company. The Ridgefield Rail Trail,

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a nearly 2.5 mile gravel trail, is also a great spot, as is the Norwalk River Valley Trail. The latter will eventually be a 30-mile, 10-foot-wide trail that runs from Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk through Wilton, Ridgefield and Redding, ending at Rogers Park in Danbury. Currently, sections in Norwalk and Wilton are open. Additional trails to check out include: Mountain Lakes Park, which can be accessed through Sturges CT Trailhead or from Sal J. Prezioso Park in North Salem; Lake Windwing, Bennett’s Pond and Pine Mountain Loop in Ridgefield; and Leon Levy Preserve in Lewisboro. The Ridgefield Walk Book, available at Books on the Common is a great resource for more tips about areas conducive for running and walking.

Once you’ve put some miles in, it might be time to set a goal. Signing up for a race is a great way to challenge yourself and to celebrate your progress. Every May, The Run for the Cows at New Pond Farm in Redding offers 7 and 13.1 mile options and even a race for kids. Race director John McCleary says, “It’s a great race that showcases our town (Redding) and raises money for the farm.”

Well-known runners often participate; Bill Rodgers runs every year. Kara Goucher and Joan Benoit-Samuelson have also toed the starting line. Run Like a Mother (5K) held in Ridgefield, inspires women to lace up their shoes on Mother’s Day. Finishers received a medal and a rose.

Other fun races include: Redding Running Festival (5K) in late June/early July; Margarita Run (5K) in August; Where the Pavement Ends Trail Race in September; Ridgefield Half Marathon in October; and The Great Turkey Escape (5K) on Thanksgiving. —JULIA BRUCE

THE RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE

Non-profit 501 (C) (3)

GREAT SHOWS SOCIALLY DISTANCED, LIMITED CAPACITY 100 PEOPLE PER SHOW!

FEBRUARY 14 @ 4 PM & 8 PM

FEBRUARY 20 @ 4 PM & 8 PM

FEBRUARY 27 @ 4:30 PM & 8 PM

MARCH 6 @ 6:30 PM & 9:30 PM

SHOWS WE’RE LOOKING FORWARD TO IN 2021!

BLACK VIOLIN

ALAN MENKEN

SUZANNE VEGA

MANDY MOORE

CHAKA KHAN

JONNY LANG

JIM BREUER

THE 5TH DIMENSION

MAY 8

JUNE 25

MAY 15

JULY 21

MAY 19

JULY 30 & 31

JUNE 20

AUGUST 6

The Ridgefield Playhouse looks forward to seeing you back in our theater!

We created a safe environment by adding MERV-13 filters to our air units and we follow all social distancing and cleaning protocol. HERE’S TO 2021!

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2021

Little Things Add Up [ A G U I D E FO R FAM I LI E S WITH YO U N G C H I LD R E N ]

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nly the parent of a young child can appreciate the screams of joy emanating from a playground or from across a restaurant as a six year old slurps up a milk shake. Let's face it, some places are familyfriendly, and some are not. A guide for places in town that are.

FOOD Bareburger A casual organic burger chain with speedy service, burgers, milk shakes, and fries.

38 Danbury Rd., 203-438-2273 bareburger.com Deborah Anne’s House-made chocolates and ice cream as well as candy and gifts made to satisfy your sweet tooth.

381 Main St., 203-438-0065 deborahanns.com Dimitri’s Diner A family owned eatery known for its kid-friendly accommodations.

16 Prospect St., 203-438-5338 dimitrisdiner.com The Hideaway Home-style comfort food served in a rustic atmosphere. Be at home here with your family of all ages.

30 Grove St., 203-438-7676 thehideawayridgefield.com

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Ridgefield Organics A quaint organic market known for its accommodative staff.

109 Danbury Rd., 203-894-8102 ridgefieldorganics.com Ross Bread Shoppe Organic breads made on site every morning, pastries, soups, sandwiches, salads, and coffee served in a comfortable European-style setting.

109 Danbury Rd., 203-438-4822 rossbread.com Tusk + Cup A cozy coffee shop with all of your favorite caffeinated drinks, gelato, quick bites, and creative baristas. This is a perfect stroller-friendly stop.

51 Ethan Allen Hwy., 203-544-0800 tuskandcup.com

SHOPPING

INDOORS

Ally Bally Bee A boutique market with hand-crafted items for every age and budget.

45 Ethan Allen Hwy. 203-493-5037 ally-bally-bee.com

Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum Family workshops every third Saturday, or afternoon studios after school.

258 Main St. / 203-438-4519 aldrichart.org

Books on the Common A proudly independent bookstore since 1984 carrying books on all subjects for adults and children.

404 Main St. / 203-431-9100 booksonthecommon.com

Bach to Rock Explore rhythm and music with group classes such as Kids N Keys, Rock Band, or Glee Club.

15 Danbury Rd. 203-403-3172 ridgefield.b2rmusic.com

Sammy + Nat This newly opened shop on Main Street offers pajamas and clothing for infants, toddlers, and kids.

414 Main St. / 203-894.5451 sammyandnat.com Toy Chest Here you’ll find creative gifts, puzzles, brain development toys, and more.

441 Main St., 203-431-9227 thetoychestct.com

Enchanted Garden (Studio One) “Where creativity blossoms” with engaging classes for babies, toddlers, twos, gymnastic safaris, music, theatre, voice, dance, yoga, and art.

165 Danbury Rd., 203-431-3350 enchantedgardenarts.com

THE RIDGEFIELD

Enchanted Garden (Studio Two) This school offers dancers at all levels a comprehensive curriculum taught by highly qualified faculty.

529 Ethan Allen Hwy., 203-894-1987 enchantedgardenarts.com Keeler Tavern Museum and History Center Family programs are running all year long integrating songs, games, stories, crafts, refreshments, and an opportunity to step back into history.

152 Main St., 203-438-9953 keelertavernmuseum.org Kempo Karate & Self Defense June Fagan “Sensei June” is a 4th Degree Black Belt in Kempo Karate and teaches classes for children ages 5-19.

197 Ethan Allen Hwy., 203431-1999 kindredspiritscenter.com The Prospector Theatre Make the theatre a family affair.

25 Prospect St., 203-438-0136 prospectortheater.org Ridgefield Parks & Recreation Your kids will love the drop in activities such as open gym, preschool playroom, or yoga.

195 Danbury Rd., 203-431-2755 ridgefieldparksandrec.org Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance Students learn technique

and artistry, develop self-discipline, teamwork, and confidence.

444 Main St., 203-438-5597 ridgefielddance.org Ridgefield Dance Factory Combines dance for all ages and levels as the tools to find joy, good health, personal empowerment, and inner-peace.

79 Danbury Rd., 203-431-0006 dancefactoryridgefield. com Ridgefield Fire Department Stop in anytime and ask a firefighter to give you a tour.

6 Catoonah St., 203-431-2724 ridgefieldct.org/fire-department Ridgefield Library Hosting events for kids age newborn to teenager such as Mother Goose language enrichment, drop in story time, hands on drumming.

472 Main St., 203-438-2282 ridgefieldlibrary.org Ridgefield Playhouse Experience an array of shows and experiences for kids and adults.

80 East Ridge Rd., 203438-5795 ridgefieldplayhouse.org Starbuck Equestrian Offering a variety of activities and services including schooling shows, riding lessons, and birthday parties.

20 Mopus Bridge Rd.,

203-438-7749 starbuckequestrian.com Winter Garden Ice Arena Have a fun family day and enjoy public skating for all ages.

111 Prospect Rdg., 203-438-4423 wintergardenarena.com

O UTD O O R S Ballard Park Playground Visit the new and improved “Imagination Station Playground” featuring one section for toddlers.

485-499 Main St., 203-431-2755 ridgefieldparksandrec.org Open Space Walks Ridgefield has thousands of acres of open space, welcoming residents of all ages to hike.

See The Ridgefield Walk Book.

The Hickories Farm Offering new tours, programs, and workshops for kids and parents alike such as trout pond fishing and crafting.

136 Lounsbury Rd., 203-894-1851 thehickories.org

PLAYHOUSE

Non-profit 501 (C) (3)

MOVIES WITH SOCIALLY DISTANCED SEATING IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT! WOMAN IN MOTION NICHELLE NICHOLS, STAR TREK AND THE REMAKING OF NASA

FEBRUARY 2 @ 7PM

FEBRUARY 13 @ 7PM

FEBRUARY 23 @ 7PM

Martin Park Beach Open Memorial Day through Labor Day for kayak, paddleboard and paddleboat rentals, four beach areas.

19 Great Pond Rd. 203-431-2341

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2021

Your Shot

THE ONLY SUNSETS WE DON'T LIKE ARE THE ONES WE MISS. Lucky for us, photographer Chris Mantz of Photos on the Fly captures incredible sunsets (and sunrises!) throughout Fairfield, Litchfield, and Westchester counties. Mantz, a photographer, videographer, and drone pilot, shares his photos via his Instagram account, @photosonethefly.

He snapped this photo at North Salem's Titicus Reservoir, saying, "On the way to pick up my daughter at the end of a cloudy, cold, snowy day I saw the sun peak through the clouds during the last few minutes of daylight. I immediately pulled off on the side of the road to snap this shot. It was a great reminder for me to try and appreciate the little victories and enjoy these fleeting moments. This photo brought me to a happier place the moment I took it." It brought us happiness the moment we saw it!

For a chance to be featured in "Your Shot," hashtag your Instagram photos with #RidgefieldWiltonMags and tag us at @RidgefieldWiltonMags. —AMANDA DUFF 40 / / Ridgefield + Wilton Handbook

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