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Greenwich Police Depa r t ment promoted Detectives James Ruszkowski and Craig Zottola to the ra n k of Sergea nt during a ceremony at police headquarters. For photos and more on this story, visit greenwichsentinel.com. S T he Br uce Museu m’s Campaign for the New Bruce has received a $5 million gift from the Steven & Alexandra C ohen Fou nd at ion. T he d on a t i on w i l l f u nd t h e Education Wing planned for the Museum’s transformative expansion and construction project. The Campaign for the New Bruce is now more than 80% of the way toward the construction goal of $45 million.

Hundreds gathered at the 9/11 Memorial in Cos Cob Park Wednesday to remember and in loving memory of Bryan Craig Bennett, Stephen Patrick Cherry, Kevin Francis Cleary, Kevin P. Connors, Brian Cummins, Christine Egan, Michael Egan, Ulf Ramm Ericson, Bennett L. Fisher, Thomas Edward Galvin, Steven Glick, Donald Freeman Greene, Pedro Grehan, James Douglas Halvorson, Erik Hans Isbrandtsen, Joseph Anthony Lenihan, Adam J. Lewis, Peter R. Kellerman, Teddy Maloney, Francis Noel McGuinn, Christopher D. Mello, Cheryl Monyak, Lindsay Stapleton Morehouse, Robert Walter Noonan, Mike A. Pelletier, Michael C. Rothberg, Jason E. Sabbag, Stacey Leigh Sanders, Frederick Varacchi, Gregory Kamal Bruno Wachtler, Martin Phillips “Buff” Wohlforth, Charles Alan Zion. Please see page 3 for complete coverage and page 7 for our editorial.

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was arrested by warra nt stemming from a June 2019 nea r-fata l overdose of a Greenwich resident. GPD traced the narcotics back to two suspects. On Sept. 9, Greenwich Police arrested a Sta mford resident a nd charged him with assault, sale of narcotics and conspiracy.

S Detectives Gregor y Parrillo and Jeremy Bussel of t he Greenw ich Police Depar tment received recognition for their investigative work.

By Richard Kaufman G re e nw ic h Poi nt s e r ve d as t he backd rop on Monday nig ht, as First Select ma n candidates Fred Camillo and Jill Oberlander took part in a "town hall" style forum on the environment. The event was sponsored by t he Greenw ich Point Conservancy, and hosted by Sue Baker, a member of the GPC. The candidates first outlined their respective backgrounds, and then took questions from a n aud ience of roug h ly 150 people.

Oberlander, a democrat and current chair of the Greenwich Board of Estimate and Taxation, moved to Greenw ich f rom Manhattan when her children were little. She said on Monday that protecting the environment i s k e y, w h i l e p o i n t i n g o u t t he t h re e E 's c ent r a l to her campaign: Economy, Education, and the Environment. She outlined her previous jobs, which include work ing for the New York City Parks Department out of college, and later in the Mayor's Office in the Transportation Department as an environmental analyst.

She also worked for the Metropolitan Transit Authority. I n t h e M a y o r ’s o f f i c e , she worked on strategies to implement the Clean Air Act requirements. These st rateg ies included pollution reduction t hrough technology, encouraging mass transportation, advocating for bicycle access and increasing ferry transportation. After Oberlander attended law school, she worked at the M TA , w h e r e t h e g o a l w a s to prov ide safe, reliable and frequent mass transportation services to help reduce pollution

Heidi Brake Smith Celebrating the New Bruce By Anne W. Semmes Heidi Brake Smith is much invested in her communit y of Greenwich. She’s brought her personal interest in public spaces – “how they function, how people react in public spaces,” to the Bruce Museum. She had a vision for developing downtown Greenwich into a cultura l center in her work with the Greenwich Center for the Arts, thus was drawn to realizing “the transformative project” of the New Bruce. She Co-Chairs the Campaign for t he New Bruce Committee, along with fellow Trustee John Ippolito and Museum Council Co-Chair Susan Mahoney. “Museums have the ability to br i ng p e ople toge t her,” Smith says, “of a ll ages, a ll backgrounds, all interests into a public space that brings joy, or understanding of the science, or e x plor at ion, or a r t i s t ic endeavors under one roof. The New Bruce will make a very big difference to downtown Greenwich as a whole, and also the region.” “This new Museum ties to the existing Bruce Park and the downtown area coming off of

“This new Museum ties to the existing Bruce Park and the downtown area," says Heidi Brake Smith. Steamboat Road. People who are on lower Greenwich Avenue will realize that the Bruce is very close. It’s a visual link on what is a continuous street that has been bifurcated by the railroad and the highway that feels like two sections. The New Bruce has this ability of joining those areas.” Smith shows a downtown schematic of how the Bruce sits in the center of a circle of surrounding streets. What the New Bruce brings, she says, “is that it’s walkable. It’s reachable. The New Bruce building project re-orients the entrance toward Bruce Park and creates a much

more accessible Museum. “Visitors will enter straight i nt o t h e Mu s e u m’s pu b l ic spaces from this new, ‘park level.’ They can then either take the elevator or the stairs to the galleries, which will open up a lot of opportunities for people who struggle in the physical format of the Museum today. From a functionality point of view, this takes the Museum to where it should be as a public institution.” Wherever Smith travels, she v isits public spaces. “They are the front door to a community,” she says. “You b e g i n to u nd er s t a nd w h at people are interested in in those communities, what they value.” What amazed her on a recent museum visit in her travels was seeing “multi-generations on a Saturday morning getting excited about an exhibition. Most people play sports on a Saturday morning, and it was teemi ng w it h l it t le k ids i n strollers and parents. Those kids want to go every week. And when you see that kind of excitement, you're like - those are special places.” “A museu m f its lots of people at different points in

time,” says Smit h. Her t wo grown children, she shares, had much benefited from the Bruce. “There are times in your life that you're very active in your local community, and times when your kids are little and you go to Tod’s Point. Then they're older, and you’re at the sports field.” But as she viewed recently at the Bruce, “on a super-hot, or rainy day – guess what? They’re at the Bruce!” S m i t h b e l i e v e s , “A s a com mu nit y member it is i mp or t a nt t o s up p or t ou r greatest assets. We have seen this time and time again that Greenwich stands on its beach, Tod 's Poi nt , on t he By ra m Park and Pool, the Greenwich Ho s p i t a l . W h e n y o u h a v e those key institutions that are strong, that are resilient, that keep up w it h st ate-of-t heart technology, that are ready for the next 50 to 100 years in their programming, those institutions, those intangibles, benefit everybody. It's a sense of pride for someone to say, ‘I live in Greenwich,’ and, someone else says, ‘Oh, I hear you have a really beautiful Museum!’” For more information, visit NewBruce.org

and congestion from cars. A s c h a i r o f t h e B E T, Oberlander said she has supported a number of i nit iat ives t hat relate to t he env i ron ment , i nclud i ng t he f u nd i n g t o pre p a re for t he impact of climate change on Greenw ich. She a lso helped develop a plan to address required environmenta l remediation, improvements to town infrastructure. She also serves as the BET liaison to the Board of Parks and Recreation. "Preserving and protecting our natural resources, water f ront , coa st l i ne, a nd

the options that we have here in Greenwich, is so critically important. As First Selectman, I pledge to do that. I will work to enhance resiliency and address energ y conser vation and sustainability, and protection to our waterfront," Oberlander said. Camillo, a republican, was born and raised in Cos Cob, and is current ly in his si xt h term as a State Representative for the 151st District. Camillo launched Greenwich Recycling Co., several decades ago, which set the standard for recycling

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la st week t hat t he St ate of Connecticut has licensed 82 hemp growers, t wo pr o c e s s or s , a nd 21 m a nu f a c t u r e r s u nd e r a new pilot program he signed into law this spring allowing for the cultivation, harvesting, processing, and ma nu fac t u r i ng of hemp plants and by-products in the state. In total, there are currently 294 acres of land being used to grow hemp in Connecticut.

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By Jill S. Woolworth, LMFT Most people’s lives and careers are more like mosaics than straight lines. All those “wasted or wandering” periods we worry about are actually part of life’s beauty. Over the years, the stories we share from our most challenging seasons allow us to connect deeply with each other. There is no single path in our lives that we must “find.” However, healthy meandering is not passive. It requires actively paying attention to and accepting where we are in the moment in order to move forward with confidence. Rather than trying to engineer our perfect pathway and outcome, we can learn to expect twists and turns, surprises, and closed doors, as well as new opportunities as they arise. Alex thought everything had to be done in one season, especially during her 20’s and 30’s. Learning to trust that the pieces would cohere when she looked back on her life was hard for her. Now that she is 60, she is surprised by the variety of things she has done. At age 21, her circuitous path would have made no sense. It does in hindsight. Yours will, too. An excerpt from The Waterwheel by local author, Jill Woolworth, available through Amazon. Alternatively, we encourage you to shop locally where it is also available at Diane's Books or Christ Church Books & Gifts.

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Over 200 Gathered at 9/11 Memorial Wednesday On Wednesday, the town of Greenwich gathered at the 9/11 memorial in Cos Cob Park to pay tribute to the 33 Greenwich victims and all of those who were lost in the terror attacks 18 years ago. A second ceremony was also held at the Glenville Fire House. Wednesday's remembrance ceremony was led by Wells Noonan; her brother, Robert, w a s k i l l e d i n t h e at t a c k s . Many elected officials were in attendance as well as members from the town’s various first responder organizations. Greenwich Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services p r e s e nte d t h e c o l o r s , a n d members of the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich, Greenwich B oy S couts a nd t he GEM S Explorer Post all took part in the ceremony. Fred Camillo, who spoke, told the crowd of nearly 200 people that after the attacks “all that remained was a memory and a resolve.” “The memory was a m a g n i f i c e nt a r c h ite c t u r a l achievement. The resolve was to never forget the hate that was behind the terrible destruction of that day, and to make sure it never happened again." The names of Greenwich’s 33 victims were then read by Lindsay and Tierney Maloney, whose uncle, Teddy, died in the attacks. His daughter, Teddy, rang a bell for each name. Although the attacks occu r red 18 yea rs ago, the

emotions from that day remain strong. Susan Wohlforth, who lost her husband, Martin "Buff" Wohlforth on that day, said she’s very grateful that the Town of Greenw ich remembers 9/11 every year. Even those who have moved away from town never forget. Wohlforth noted that the parents of Jason Sabbag, a 9/11 victim who grew up in Greenwich, come up from their residence in Florida every year for the ceremony at Cos Cob Park. “Everytime I come here with my daughter Chloe, I'm thinking, 'Oh, there's not going to be that many people here.' The people of Greenwich are just incredible,” Wohlforth said. “They come out in full force. It's just amazing how people in this country, and how the people of Greenwich do not forget. I don't think they ever will.” Although the memorial at Cos Cob Park took several years to come to fruition, Wohlforth said it was worth the wait. Overlooking the Long Island Sound in Cos Cob Park, the memorial sits on a bluff and features two towers with the names of Greenwich’s victims on them. “It's by far one of the most beautiful ones I've ever seen, and Chloe and I have seen quite a few,” she said. After the ceremony, attendees made their way up the winding path to the two glass towers, and laid flowers down near the memorial.

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A Look Back at the Incredible Story of the 9/11 Memorial By Tim Dumas This piece has been shorted and adapted from the original, printed following the ribbon cutting of the Memorial in 2015. Early September 2015, and already the leaves had begun to fall. Susan Wohlforth walked up a pathway on a bluff overlooking Cos Cob Harbor and stopped, a little dazed, when she beheld the newly installed glass towers glittering in the sunlight. “I haven’t seen these yet,” she said. “There’s my husband’s name,” Susan said. She pointed to the tower on her left—a translucent representation of the World Trade Center’s South Tower. On Sept. 11, 2001, Martin Phillips “Buff ” Wohlforth, 47, managing director of the investment banking firm Sa nd ler O’Neill, was at work on the 104th f loor when United Airlines Flight 175 out of Boston slammed into the building some 20 floors below. The 9/11 Memorial Greenwich opened to the public that morning—14 years to the hour after the terrorist attacks commenced. The glass towers stand atop a knoll as the memor ia l’s q u iet ly d ra mat ic centerpiece; they look delicate as they glimmer and shimmer, but they’re built to withstand hurricane-force winds and hostile winters. An American flag motif is frosted into the glass, and within the stripes of the f lag appear the names of the 32 Greenwich residents, former residents, or fa m i ly mem bers of residents who died in the towers. A 33rd name, Donald Freeman Greene, is set in among the paving stones, representing the Greenwich man’s death aboard United A irlines Flight 93 in the Pennsylvania countryside. “It’s absolutely beautiful,” Susan said of the memorial and its rich landscaping. “I love the breeze. I love the comfort. I love the peace.” Another name on the memorial is Jason Sabbag. At age 26, he was witty and cultured, a champion tennis player, and a g i f te d f i n a nc i a l a n a lys t at Fiduciary Trust International. Jason had been signing a contract with a German counterpart in a conference room on the 94th floor of the South Tower at 8:46, when American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North Tower. The Port Authority told those in the South Tower to stay put until further notice. But Jason’s colleagues on the opposite side of the building, having a clear view of the catastrophic damage, disregarded those i nstr uctions a nd made their way down. At 9:02 the Port Authority ordered the evacuation of both towers, and at 9:03 the second plane struck.

That morning, Jason’s father, Ralph Sabbag, had commuted f rom Greenw ich to his f uel brokerage office in New Jersey. When he arrived, he learned that the World Trade Center had been hit. “We couldn’t get in touch with Jason because he was in the conference room, and the doors were closed,” Ralph recalls. “So I panicked and said, ‘Okay, let’s go back to Greenwich.’ On the way, I was passing Manhattan, and here was the plane going to hit the South Tower. I was looking at the plane going low, then straight toward it. Then boom. So I saw it live, the plane that killed my son.” That summer, as the building of the 9/11 Memorial progressed, Ralph could be seen there every day. “ They d id a fa ntastic job, just superb,” he sa id, sit t i ng at the dining room table of his condominium in Cos Cob. “Now we don’t have to drive to New York. For us, the ceremony is not going to be there any more, it’s going to be right here, close to home. That’s the point. You’re sitting there, you see the two glass towers, you see the harbor, and the boats, it’s just gorgeous. You can sit down and read or think.”

EARLIER MEMORIALS Ralph Sabbag is a member of the Greenwich Community Projects Fund, which, beginning in 2010, began an effort to build a new memorial. It would not be the first 9/11 memorial in town. There are several plaques and benches, and two substantial memorials that draw varied reactions. Last year the Glenville Fire House acquired a 1,700-pound beam from the World Trade Center and planted it upright in the grass. It is an arresting object, to be sure—rusted, brutish, and vividly reminiscent of the destruction. Until 2015, our most complete 9/11 memorial had been out at Great Captain’s Island—a bronze plaq ue on a g ra n ite stone i n t h e sh a dow of t h e old s ton e lig hthouse. The v iew sweeps dow n to New York . T he site is beautif ul and conducive to ref lection. But this memorial, erected in 2009, did not escape controversy. Whose names should be inscribed on the plaque and whose should not? The original thinking had been that only the 16 who resided in Greenwich on 9/11 should be listed. That meant le av i n g of f v ic t i m s who h ad grown up or spent time here, like Teddy Maloney, Robert Walter Noonan, and Jason Sabbag. But Ralph Sabbag and others family members spoke up. In the end, 26 names adorned the memorial at Great Captain’s Island. W hat is d i f f ic u lt is Gre at Captain Island’s remoteness. One

can get there only by ferry (with a beach card), and the ferry lands on the “wrong” end of the island, so that visitors have to trek across a low-lying land bridge that gets partially submerged at high tide. It’s not the sort of place one can up and visit when the mood strikes. “It’s gorgeous, but nobody can get to it,” Susan Wohlforth says.

‘A HUGE RESPONSIBILITY’ Memor ia l-ma k i ng m ig ht seem a simple matter. It isn’t— not conceptually, not structurally, not politically, not financially. The great case study is Maya Lin’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washing ton, D.C. When Lin’s concept—the now-familiar black granite V in which the names of t he de ad a nd m i s si ng a r e engraved—was judged the winner of an open competition in 1981, a fury erupted. The writer Tom Wolfe called the design “a tribute to Jane Fonda.” Others described it as “a monument to defeat,” “a black gash of shame” and “an open urinal.” Today the memorial is almost universally beloved. One thing that makes it so is the careful thinking that went into it. As we read the rolls of the dead, we also see our own dark reflections, and this double image seems to say, “They are us, we are them.” Thus fused, we cannot help but remember our collective loss. In 2010 Charles Hilton A rchitects of Greenw ich was s ele c te d to de sig n t he 9/ 1 1 Memor ia l Gr e enw ich . Chuck Hilton, the firm’s principal, took on the assignment with some anxiety. It wasn’t simply that Maya Lin and others had profoundly changed serious memorial design. (A heroic figure in bronze no longer cut it.) It was that reactions to 9/11 were so varied, so personal. What would the families say? “There you are, standing up in front of them with your idea, and they have teary eyes and they’re holding their breath about what you’re going to say,” he remembers. “And you’re hoping that they’re getting the meaning that you’re trying to give it. It was a huge responsibility.” For his design, Hilton drew inspiration from the Towers of Light Memorial more than the Tw i n Towe r s t h e m s e l ve s . “ I remember, after Ground Zero was cleared, seeing those Towers of Light, and how ethereal they were,” Hilton says. “The towers were back , but they had this kind of ghost-y effect. They were kind of there and not there at the same time. For me, that was very powerful. And I thought, ‘I wonder if we could capture this in some kind of material form.’ The element of the glass towers was born out of that.” In contemplating the design,

H i lton a l s o r emem b er e d t he impromptu memorials that went up near Ground Zero after the attacks. “There were these memorial walls with flowers and people’s names and little notes stuck in, and little flags. All these little symbols were incorporated. So the towers we’ve designed, we draped them with a motif of an American f lag, and the victims’ names from Greenwich in the f lag. We’re creating ou r ow n memorial wall of flags and names, kind of recalling those makeshift memorials that happened on the site.” (To carry out the idea, Hilton enlisted R.G. Hull, an architectural glass specialist in New Canaan, which silkscreened the flag motif onto the glass using a ceramic paint or “frit”; and Ferra Designs

the community. “They were even talking about giving the money back to people who had donated.” Jimmy R itman remembers those days all too well. “You’re look i ng at t he sit uat ion, a nd there’s no location, no money, n o r e a l s up p o r t , a n d yo u’r e wondering, ‘How is this ever going to get done?’” A major turning point, Ritman said, was when they brought in Barhydt, who in turn recruited Ed Dadakis and Gervais Hearn. Together they led the re-launching of the memorial effort. Peter Tesei has said that Barhydt has an uncanny ability to develop wideranging community support. D a d a k i s i n it i a l l y h a d h i s doubts. “I’d been aware of the project for a year or so, and I

“You’re looking at the situation, and there’s no location, no money, no real support, and you’re wondering, ‘How is this ever going to get done?’” in Brooklyn, which assembled the towers from the glass panels that Hull prepared.) As a setting for the towers, Hilton designed an abstraction of the World Trade Center Plaza—the black granite terrace—with two spiraling walkways leading up to it. If you were to see the walkways from above, their design would resemble the mathematically perfect curve of certain seashells; a Fibonacci ratio, also referred to as God's fingerprint. James Ritman, co-president of the Greenwich Community Projects Fund, remembers when the design was unveiled to the families a little over two years ago. “They were brought to tears,” he says. “They were 100 percent unanimous—they loved it. There was not one negative comment, not even a little suggestion about what to do differently.”

A VISION MADE REAL Even as the concept came toget her, t houg h, t here were problems. How would the Greenwich Community Projects Fund raise the enormous sum— $750,000—needed to bring the memorial to fruition? Where was the memorial going to be situated? “The project was languishing,” reca lls Peter Ba rhydt, who would eventually be called in to reinvigorate the team and rally

thought it was a wonderful idea,” says the longtime RTM member. “But it didn’t seem to be moving anywhere.” Dadak is then joined its committee in a largely behindthe-scenes role. “So many people in Greenwich died or knew people who died,” he says, noting that no other town in Connecticut suffered greater losses on 9/11. “This would be a centrally located place where we all could ref lect on that horrible day, or rededicate ourselves to never forgetting.” Hearn recalls the early hesitance of larger donors, who were apt to say, “Yeah, but is it going to get built?” Other people simply didn’t know anything about the project— or the even new Cos Cob Park— and still others seemed to have succumbed to memorial fatigue. Once he decided to get involved, Barhydt says that he never doubted the project would be built. "I had faith it would be built because it was the right thing to do." But event by event, Hearn says, momentum began to build, and the project received donations from $1 to $50,000. “And these ripples of water kept going.” In the final push in December 2014, a benefit concert featuring the immensely popular roots band Dispatch, of which Greenwich’s

Pete Fra ncis Heim bold is a m e m b e r, r a i s e d $ 7 5 , 0 0 0 a t Garcia’s at the Capitol Theater in Port Chester. Also on the bill were two Greenwich natives: singersongwriter Caroline Jones and Ian Murray. Ian and his brother Shep, founders of Vineyard Vines, also designed a special commemorative tie and scarf to raise money for the cause. Finding the right site for the memorial proved to be tricky. Proposed locations included the end of Steamboat Road, Roger Sherman Baldwin Park, Grass Island, Byram Park, and Tod’s Point. Grass Island was the early favorite, since it was on the water, allowed a measure of privacy, and required no beach pass—but there was opposition. Roger Sherman Baldwin Park was the next best choice, but Hilton was less than thrilled. “Although it’s a nice place, it’s right on I-95, the traffic noise is whizzing by, and there’s lots of other sculptures and memorials there. It felt crowded.” A host of approval hearings lay in wait for the yet to be built Cos Cob Park, but First Selectman P e t e r Te s e i a n d P a r k s a n d Recreation Director Joe Siciliano— among many other advocates— n i m bly help e d shephe r d t he project past the briars. Hilton, meanwhile, had approached landscape designers K at h r y n Her ma n a nd Cher yl Brown of Doyle Herman Design Associates in Greenwich. Once the approvals for Cos Cob Park were secured, Herman and Brown devised a multi-layered scheme for the knoll surrounding the glass towers. There would be pin oaks, kousa dogwoods, and bayberry bushes arranged to shelter the memorial site from the parking lot and the homely power station nearby, and to orient visitors toward the water. In time, the k nol l wou ld be covered w it h blonde meadow grass, too, with the walkways winding through it.

WHO WILL COME? The memorial was conceived as a serene place where loved ones could reflect and take comfort. But that is only part of the purpose. “The younger people, all they know is that a building collapsed,” Ralph Sabbag observes. “That’s about it. But there is much more to it. This is a part of American history now.” Susan Wohlforth says, “I love that school children will be brought here. I really hope that that does happen. I think seeing this would give them a whole context of understanding.” Looking out at the water, she said, “You might remember 9/11 anywhere. But when you really want to reflect, to remember the tragedy, but in a peaceful way, it’s here.”

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2 - 5 p.m. Young Artists Philharmonic Auditions. The First Congregational Church of Greenwich - Choir Room, 108 Sound Beach Ave. Also, Sunday, Sept. 8, 12 - 5 p.m. 203-489-5423. youngartistsphil.org

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Art Society of Old Greenwich's 68th Annual Sidewalk Art Show & Sale. Along Sound Beach Avenue. Rain date: Sept. 21 & 22. asogct.com 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cos Cob Riders Fourth Annual Charity Ride benefiting Kids In Crisis. St. Lawrence Society, 86 Valley Rd. $25 per rider, $25 per passenger. kidsincrisis. org. facebook.com/ events/402287867167835 12:30 - 5:30 p.m. The 21st Annual Fall Festival & Hawk Watch. Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Rd. $10, members; $15, non-members; children 2 and under, free. Register in advance online for a 10% discount. greenwich. audubon.org/fall-festivaland-hawk-watch 2 p.m. 'God Of Carnage' - A Play

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Merritt: a New England Gem By Richard Kaufman With its distinct character and country-like feel, the Merritt Parkway is a true New England gem which rolls through Fairfield County, serving thousands of motorists. Last week, Wes Haynes, Executive Director for the Merritt Parkway Conservancy, spoke at the Retired Men's Association of Greenwich about the history of the Merritt Parkway and the challenges it faces ahead. The conservancy helps to protect, preserve and enhance the historic parkway through education, advocacy and partnership. "It's a very unusual piece of construction. There's nothing else like it in America," Haynes told the crowd at the First Presbyterian Church. T he p a rk w ay, wh ich t u r n s 80 years old next year, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, a distinction unique to very few roadways in America. It's also designated as a National Historic Scenic By way, which g ives the Parkway leverage in terms of getting funding from the federal government. "We only have 50 miles of scenic byway in Connecticut," Haynes added. "37.5 of them are in Fairfield County on the Parkway." The first idea for a parkway was born in 1922 as a truck route used to transport goods and materials parallel to the Post Road, which was congested. Helen Binney Kitchel, a State Representative f rom Old Greenwich, led the charge to beautify Connecticut's roads in the 1930's.

Schuyler Merritt, a congressman from Stamford, worked closely with Kitchel, and was instrumental in the passage of legislation that allowed the Merritt to be built. Construction began in 1934, with a partial opening in 1938. By 1940, work on the Parkway was complete. Overall, the project cost $22.7 million, and was paid mostly by Fairfield County bonds. "It put a lot of people to work during the Great Depression,” Haynes said, noting that the main idea was to provide more road capacity. "The people that managed all of the workers felt like this was unlike any other job. People felt they were doing something patriotic, and something for the country as a whole." The Merritt represented what people wanted in a new highway, Haynes said, especially since a new project intended just for automobiles was unheard of back then. "It was a very unusual concept. It was meant to be a road that when you're on it, you can see the intimate plantings around you. The concept was also to look out onto this rolling landscape of hills and valleys which were at that point relatively undeveloped," Haynes said. The construction was groundbreaking because there were no stop signs or lights for 37 miles, which cut the travel time between New York and New Haven by two hours. The Merritt was a game-changer for the way Connecticut saw itself, Haynes said. It transformed the idea of the state being quaint and colonial into being thought of as part of the

modern world. It served as a conduit for travelers going to the World's Fair in New York City, in 1939, and was used in various advertisements. T h e Me r r it t p r e s e r ve s t h e aesthetics of its surroundings, with trees planted alongside the roadway and in the median. The construction of the parkway coincided with a moment in time in Connecticut when a lot of golf courses were being developed. A lot of forests were being cleared, and the landscape architect of the parkway, Weld Thayer Chase, took the trees before they were cut down and planted them. Garden clubs up and down the corridor also chipped in and helped beautify their sections of the Merritt, with Kitchel helping in Greenwich. George Dunkelberger, an architect from Hartford, designed the Merritt's 69 bridges, and 67 are still in use today. The bridges and landscape were designed as a companion piece on the parkway. "What Dunkelberger was able to do with the Merritt bridges was extraordinary. There are no two bridges that are identical on the Merritt," Haynes said. The Merritt was beloved when it opened, but upkeep and maintenance became a problem when the Merritt Parkway Commission disbanded and the roadway was folded into the state's highway budget. Population increase, traffic volume and increased speeds also contributed to the Merritt's fall. In 1938, the road was designed to support 18,000 vehicles per day at 45 mph. Today, the majority of drivers go in excess of over 70 mph. On the

Stratford end, there are roughly 90,000 vehicles traveling per day, with around 75,000 in the Greenwich/ Stamford area. "That's a lot of traffic for a National Register site. The only other site in the area that gets that much traffic or visitation is Grand Central Terminal," Haynes pointed out. Improvements have been made to the Merritt over the years, such as installing new guardrails, adding breakdown lanes and upgraded service areas. But the Merritt faces several challenges, most notably involving the possible return of tolls. "Tolls are a major issue on the horizon," Haynes said. "We don't want to collect with toll booths again. We also don't want gantries to collect. Gantries will destroy the parkway. We've made it very clear to the leadership in the Senate and the Governor's office; we're willing to sit down any time and talk about alternate means of collecting tolls." Haynes mentioned that fencing will be added to all bridges on the parkway, so there could be a way to incorporate tolling devices into the fencing. A mono-pole system could be used in the median, or potentially the guardrails, to collect tolls. H ay n e s a l s o h i g h l i g hte d a proposed multi-use trail project t h r o u g h t h e M e r r i t t P a rk w ay corridor as a potential disruptor to the surroundings. "But the real existential issue with the parkway is vegetation management and how to control that," Haynes said.

Hometown Heroes

By Maya Hurst

While saving lives might not be in their job description, recently, four public work s employees went above and beyond what was asked of them and acted quickly when face d w it h a n u nusua l circumstance. Oftentimes, when a public works employee notices someone waving at them through a window, they expect to see a child who is excited about seeing hard working people on duty right outside their home. Of course, there are exceptions. Recently, four public works employees were met w ith an urgent situation. When these men — Jeff Raiente, John Wyldman, Jason Delvecch io a nd Steven Rytelewski — noticed banging and waving coming from a window near their work site, they did not ignore it. When they approached the home, they found an older woman in dire need of medical attention. T h e s e fo u r m e n r e a c te d quickly and calmly to the situation. While one man called emergency medical services, another gained Opportunities to improve the parkway include the idea of adding lighting on some of the bridges to highlight their special architectural features. But to Hay ne s, t he Mer r it t

access to the home through a window and was able to open the front door. These men then cared for the woman until help arrived, even going to far as to get her an ice pack. This woman had fallen much earlier in the day, and had received several grave injuries. She was unable to walk or pick up the phone to call an ambulance, but instead crawled to her window and began knocking and waving in an attempt to grab the attention of a passerby. Luckily, the men working a construction job near her home did not neglect the signs that something was wrong. These four men acted quickly, and in doing so, potentially saved a woman’s life. She was in g reat need of immediate medical attention, and had they not found her when they did, the injuries may have proved fatal. On Friday August 30th, these four men were invited to Town Hall to be presented with citations from the Greenwich Emergency Medical Services for their outstanding citizenship.

Parkway is already special. "It's a work of art to me," he said. For a video of Haynes’ entire presentation, go to greenwichrma. org.

Mexican Eatery La Taqueria To Open Its Doors By Michelle Moskowitz After much anticipation, La Taqueria, a new Mexican eatery of fering savory comfort food, opens on September 19. Located at 10 Greenwich Avenue, on top of the Avenue, this artfully designed restaurant aims to deliver fast casual fare that is rich in flavor and bold in texture. Veteran restaurateur, owner and chef Dennis Lake, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, boasts plenty of foodie chops under his chef hat. Lake admits to “loving absolutely everything about food,” spending a majority of his time in the kitchen since his teenage years - with his first foray in the business as a dishwasher. For nine years, Lake was the Founding Chef & Partner at Glaze Teriyaki, a national restaurant group serving up elevated Japanese-inf luenced fare with locations in Chicago, New York and San Francisco. While Lake has experience working with all genres of food, he says his passion for Mexican cuisine was ignited while work ing as the head chef for Rosa Mexicana, the notable NYC restaurant chain. While at Rosa, Lake did an intensive training program in Oaxaca, Mexico, that deepened his affinity for simple, yet palatable Mexican flavors, thus triggering a different spin on how to craft tasty, bold dishes with the freshest ingredients, including chiles, peppers, tomatoes, onions

and fresh herbs. These tasty recipes and grand vision culminated into La Taqueria. Lake selected Greenwich as the perfect spot due to heavy foot traffic in an area that would be receptive to delicious, fast Mexican fare. Lake meticulously designed a state-of-the-art kitchen where he and his team could craft fresh, made-to-order items in a flash – meant to be enjoyed on-the-go or for a relaxed, dine-in experience within a festive atmosphere. While the decor embodies a true locale homage to the culture with cool hues, Lake was sure to i n c o r p o r ate a b e aut i f u l l y embellished tile bar so dine-in patrons could enjoy one of his specialty guava or passion-fruit margaritas, a selection of cervezas, or a glass of tequila from a highly curated collection. The menu consists of small plates, such as Black Beans and Rice, Roasted Tomato and Pasilla Chicken Soup, and taco delights filled with grilled hangar steak, beer-battered cod or the veggie taco stuffed with grilled cactus, roasted peppers and corn. In addition, a selection of desserts includes Vanilla Bean Flan and Grandma’s Homemade Chocolate La Taqueria Chef Dennis Lake Chip Cookies made with Mexican chocolate. Lake says his menu is kid- his rice, corn, chicken and beef. the eatery for the first time, and friendly and makes a great The Sentinel sat down with what will keep them coming back “introduction to classic Mexican Lake to get the inside scoop on time and time again. food,” adding that even those with what will draw Greenwichites into a select palette will be sure to enjoy

Standardized Test Results Released By Richard Kaufman Results from 2019 standardized te s t i n g i n G r e e nw ich P u bl ic Schools were released earlier this week by the district. GPS administrators will now begin their in-depth review of the standardized assessment data. Administrators will review the current status of student learning as measured by the standardized assessments and instructional practices to identify successes and discover areas of focus to address. “With this year’s results from the state’s standardized assessment system (SBA and CT School Day SAT), we now have at least four years of data to reflect upon,” said Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Toni Jones, in a written statement. “It’s important to remember that great schools are not measured by one test. We incorporate these results into a much larger understanding o f t h e w h o l e s t ud e nt , a s we work towards our mission of personalized learning. Greenwich Public Schools will continue to analyze data in the coming weeks to understand our successes and challenges. GPS is grateful for the guidance and direction provided by our teachers.” Accord i ng to t he Sma r ter Balanced Assessment (SBA) for English Language Arts (ELA)

and Mathematics, the percent of GPS students that meet or exceed expectations in ELA in grades 3-8 was 77.5 percent in 2019. The percent of students that meet or exceed expectations in Mathematics in grades 3-8 was 72.6 percent in 2019. The 2019 ELA SBA results place GPS scores in the 84th percentile of Districts across the state. The 2019 Math SBA results place GPS scores in the 87th percentile of districts across the state. GPS st udents i n t he H ig h Needs subgroup continue a fouryear trend of improved proficiency in both ELA and Mathematics and continue to perform favorably as compared to state averages. The percent of GPS students in the High Needs subgroup that meet or exceed expectations in ELA increased to 50 percent in 2019 from 49.7 percent in 2018, and in Mathematics increased to 42.3 percent in 2019 from 41.7 percent in 2018. The Board of Education is scheduled to receive a comprehensive repor t on the standardized assessment results at the Board Retreat in October. Additional updates and a more detailed analysis will be communicated through scheduled Humanities and STEM Academic Reports in October and November.

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of pl a s t ic , g l a s s , c a n s a nd newspaper in Connecticut. He also worked on and helped pass a bill to expand recycling in Connecticut in 2010. Camillo chaired the Parks and Recreation Board when the town first established a Master Plan for parks 20 years ago, and also supported the Climate Change and Coastal Resiliency Bi l l, which was recent ly signed into law. It authorizes mu n icipa l it ies to est abl ish climate cha nge a nd coasta l resiliency reserve funds that can be used to fund payments for property losses and land acquisit ions due to climate change. He re c e nt l y i nt ro duc e d a bill that would address the environmental harm caused to Long Island Sound and other waterways from the intentional release of helium balloons. Camillo spoke about his suppor t of t he L ong Isla nd Blue Plan, which helps protect the Sound. He also mentioned a law he introduced this year that would overturn the preemption law on pesticides in Connecticut. Cu r rent ly, t here’s a law in t he state which prevents municipalities from passing a n ord i n a nc e to b a n tox ic pesticides on private property.

Camillo said he' d like to lead the charge in educating residents about the dangerous pesticides and the harm they cause. "That would be one of my priorities; to let people know about that through education, holding town hall forums or putting something in tax bills, so people could stop and think about what they're doing on private properties," he said. Camillo and Oberlander mostly agreed on the environmental issues. On the controversial issue of artificial turf versus natural g r a ss on f ield s t h roug hout tow n, bot h ca nd idates sa id they prefer natural grass. Ca mi l lo, who has been involved w it h at hletics as a player, coach, and umpire, said he's a "big fan" of natural grass and has always advocated for it. "You want to keep natural grass first, but I wouldn't close my mind to turf because it's starting to evolve," Camillo sa id, cit i ng a recent repor t released by the Environmental Protect ion Agenc y on t he health effects of artificial turf. Camillo a lso voiced his conc er ns t hat "what we do on la nd a f fects t he Sound," explaining that the f loods of 1972 and 2007 affected him personally and that the four tidal ponds directly impact us all." Ob erl a nder adde d , " I 'm a p a r e nt f i r s t . T h e h e a l t h effects of artificial turf are still

GS: What inspired you to open DL: La Taqueria is a small business that is chef owned and operated. La Taqueria? Everything is made in-house or DL: I have always loved Mexico; the to-order to help ensure the best culture, the people and obviously product and experience possible. the food. GS: Briefly describe the process Besides my own passion for food in a n d c h a l l e n g e s t h a t c o m e general, inspiration for La Taqueria along with opening your own was pulled from great experiences restaurant. that ranged from the Yucatan Peninsula, Oaxaca, The Mission D L : I ' v e o p e n e d a b u n c h o f District in San Francisco and New restaurants before and there are York City. What better place, but good days and not so good days. The ability to interpret the nuances on top of Greenwich Avenue? GS: What can you tell us about and have the right people next to the menu and what do you think you, is a must for a successful build will be your most popular items? out. Being in New York City for the past 10 plus years, one of my DL: I wanted to keep it as simple as biggest challenges was having to possible and still be able to bring select a whole new team to create that "wow" factor. I'm not trying La Taqueria in Greenwich. to reinvent the wheel, just have a GS: What advice can you offer to food and beverage menu that over budding chefs? delivers and makes you come back DL: Stay true to what you do best for more. and being a great chef, but that A small, but notable top shelf doesn't always equate having a tequila selection great business. House-made Agua de “I am so excited for Greenwich Tamarindo to taste La Taqueria where I will live eight days a week,” chuckled The Tortilla Soup Lake. Pollo Asado or Chicken Taco “This place is for anyone who Cochinita Pebil or Red Pork Taco wants to infuse “a little spice in their life.” Vegetarian Taco, with Grilled Catering will be available both Corn, Rajas and Nopal for corporate and private events. Our Tres Leches and of course.....the made to order Seating is limited and is Guacamole and Chips first come, first served. For more GS: What is the one thing you information and to view the full want people to know about your menu call (203) 992-1199 or visit taqueriact.com. Mexican fare?

unknown, particularly for our young children and for kids w it h developing minds a nd developing bodies. We know that grass is safer." As a member of the BET, Oberlander moved to place a condition on the funding for turf fields that called on town ent it ies to weig h-i n on t he health and safety of such fields. She also said that the Parks and Recreation Department is currently in the early stages of a field study which will gather more information on t he matter. One at tende e a ske d t he candidates about the status of the Greenwich Point Master Plan, which has been in the works for some time. Oberlander said that as First Selectman, she would "do a far better job" of communicating the status of such projects with the public. Camillo agreed, and said as the chief elected official, he would implement a sustainability and enha ncement commit tee t hat w i l l not on ly work on the beatification of town, but com mu n ic ate w it h va r iou s groups, such as the Friends of Greenwich Point. Oberlander said she sees C a m i l l o's c o m m i t t e e , a n d "raises" him with an energ y and sustainability plan for the community. "Hav ing been in loca l government and the RTM and state legislature, I don't want to study things to death," Camillo

responded. "The committees I wou ld put in place wou ld do work. They'd report to the Board of Selectmen every 30 days, and I would attend those meetings. They just wouldn't be committees in name, they'd be committees in action." The candidates both agreed on making changes towards sustainable energy. Camillo commented that he'd like to start with small things, such as installing more LED lights, or energy saving a nd sensor l ig hts i n publ ic buildings. He also mentioned t he desire to move towa rds solar power. "Supporting those policies is something I've done for 11 years, and I certainly would step it up as a First Selectman on the local level," he said. "I commit to providing the leadership we need to increase our energy conservation and resi l ienc y ef for ts i n tow n," answered Oberlander. "There's no reason why we should not b e t r a n s for m i n g ou r tow n buildings and facilities into energy efficient buildings, not only because it's good for the environment, but it's good for our bottom line." Oberländer also said she'd advocate for the installation of electric charging stations throughout town. Cu r rent ly, C a m i l lo a nd Oberlander are slated to participate in a debate hosted b y t h e L e a g u e o f Wo m e n Voters of Greenwich on Oct. 10 at 7 p.m.

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Kids in Crisis, a 365 Degree Lifeline

By Shari Shapiro While Kids In Crisis is embedded into the fabric of Greenwich and lower Fairf ield County, most people don't realize all that we offer. Kids In Crisis is a 365 degree lifeline for children 0-17 and their families. We are not just an emergency shelter for children. We are a free resource, available 24-hours a day, for families and caregivers who are

feeling overwhelmed and unsure. No t eve r yo n e n e e d s a s h e lt e r, most people need support, advice, g u ida nce a nd refer ra ls. Ta ke t he example of Karen, a local supporter of and volunteer for Kids In Crisis. She knew our programs well, and had been working with us for several years. Her family had experienced two unexpected deaths very close together, and her teenage son was extremely effected.

It was not until she was approached directly by a Kids In Crisis’ TeenTalk in her son’s school, that she realized Kids In Crisis could help. Kids In Crisis has resources that support and educate kids from preschool to high school, and we serve hundreds of children and families each month. If you're wondering if you should call us, if your situation is important or serious enough to discuss,

then you probably should call us. Our help is free, and confidential. Call 203-661-1911. Whether you’re a child, parent, relative, teacher, therapist, doctor, neighbor, friend, or anyone concerned about the welfare of a child, a Kids In Crisis counselor will answer your call 24 hours a day, every single day of the year. Shari Shapiro is the Executive Director of Kids in Crisis

The Uncounted By Shari Shapiro Youth homelessness is an unseen problem and a grossly undercounted population. You might expect that homeless or unstably housed youth wander the streets, do not attend school, and are easy to identify. Exactly the opposite is true. In our area, these kids are seldom seen sleeping outside on park benches or under bus stop shelters. Most attend school every day just like any average kids, but when the school day ends, they do not have a consistent place to call home. They often resort to couch surfing, as they move from one temporary housing arrangement

to the next. Some are able to bounce between friends’ and family members’ homes, some sleep in motels or hotels, in cars, or even in abandoned buildings. What’s concerning is that most of these kids do not even consider themselves homeless, and some feel that admitting it would result in foster care placement, wh ich t hey fea r. T h ey l a ck f a it h i n t h e ve r y system that is supposed to help our most vulnerable populations. All of these factors make it diff icult to identify homeless youth, and if we cannot identify them how can we help them? Currently there is no state agency that actively counts homeless

children who are between the ages of 0-17. Because of this, s e r v i c e s fo r t h e s e k i d s a r e extremely limited, leaving these young people invisible and alone. The National Alliance to End Homelessness estimates more than 225,000 children under 18 experience homelessness for longer than one week in the course of one year, admitting that the numbers are imprecise and likely undercounted. Why are so many k ids homeless or unstably housed? We h ave s e e n t h i s i s o f t e n a result of a family’s lack of financial resources coupled with the high cost of living and lack of affordable housing, especially

here in Fairfield County. Other factors include abuse, neglect or rejection in the home, resulting in the child running away or b e i n g for c e d to l e ave . T h e LGBTQ+ teens are grossly overrepresented among homeless youth, making up 40 percent of the population. R isks run deep for this u nder-r ep or te d p opu lat ion. Homeless youth are extremely v u lnera ble du r ing a cr itica l t i me i n t hei r l ive s of so cia l a nd academ ic development, and are at high risk for sexual exploitation and human t r a f f i c k i n g . S e ve r e m e n t a l health problems are prevalent, oftentimes attributed to past

trauma. Anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem are common concerns, and a high percentage have considered or attempted suicide. These kids may be more likely to develop a dependence on drugs or alcohol, and end up entrenched in the juvenile just ice system . A l l of t he se factors lead to long-term barriers to education and employment, if not illness and suicide. Kids In Crisis remains committed to providing emergency services to homeless youth up to age 18 regardless of gender, sexual orientation or immigration status. This year, over one f ifth of kids served in our SafeHaven emergency

shelter were identif ied as homeless. While fortunately, K ids In Crisis was able to support these young people by providing emergency shelter in a therapeutic environment, h o m e l e s s n e s s c o nt i nu e s to threaten the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in the state of Connecticut. If you’d like to help Kids In Crisis in our efforts to reduce the number of homeless youth, please visit www.kidsincrisis. org for ways you can become involved. Shari Shapiro is the Executive Director of Kids in Crisis

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Fall Vegetables - Look Out, Here They Come!

By Julia Chiappetta

Hello to my readers! I missed you over the summer while I took a three-month break, and my hope is that you are feeling hopeful, energized and blessed. Summer is officially over next weekend and, although I will miss the lazy, long days, I am grateful and excited for the array of colorful, nutrient-packed vegetables that fall ushers in. Right now, I am planning my soups, side dishes, juices and salads, all with a bit of heat and fall flair.

Last weekend I visited my friend David Drenckhahn, at his amazing, secret garden on Valley Road and, as we walked the expanse of his beautiful and quite special property, we took in the last of his tomatoes summer flowers. He showed me the fall blossoms, his butternut squash, pumpkins and array of apple trees. I promised to return when the apples were ready to pick and have my mom bake him some of her sought-after apples pies. I thank David for that hour of serenity and grounding in his fertile soil. From September to November, the autumn har vest brings healthy and delicious produce like squash, sweet potatoes, pears, cranberries and crispy apples. All of these offer vitamins and antioxidants that help our bodies heal, stay strong and ward off illness. Green vegetables are always a good choice, however, I am excited about adding in the cruciferous family, consisting of cabbage, rutabaga and caulif lower, along with broccoli, peas and salad greens for some yummy meals. Here is a list to consider on your next visit to the farmer’s market, and please, please, please, always purchase organic: Apples Sweet, crunchy and available year round yet somehow associated with fall.

They are packed with antioxidants and flavonoids which are healing to our bodies. Did you know that there are 7,500 different types of apples! Chop them for salads or bake some wonderful pies. Beets At their best in the fall, with colors of red, purple, golden, white and even multicolored. Don’t discard the greens for they are loaded with nutrients and a compound called betaine, which helps soothe the liver and heart. I juice the greens for an added punch to my morning green drink or toss them in my salad. Brussels Sprouts and Cabbage Consider these two that offer a great source of vitamins A & C. Brussels sprouts are also high in concentrations of cancerfighting glucosinolates, which also give them their distinct flavor. Cranberries The harvest in October brings out the best in these sweet treats. I like to buy the dried, unsweetened ones to add to salads and side dishes. They are often associated with Thanksgiving, but give them a try more often. They help with urinary tract and oral infections. Pears I really like the choices here from the European to Asian varieties, with Bosc and Bartlett being the most common that I see.

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Pears are high in soluble fiber which may help in lowering “bad cholesterol.” Persimmons These always fascinate me because they look like a big orange peach with leaves on top. Most are imported from Asia and they should ripen at room temperature before eating for their fiber, antioxidants, and minerals. Pomegranates This sweet fruit, held sacred by some ancient religions, has health benef its, recognized more recently with some popular juices. Studies suggest that their antioxidants may reduce cardiovascular complications and offer prevention of breast and colon cancers. Pumpkins They offer one of the best sources of alpha- and beta-carotene which help with cell growth and the seeds are a great source of alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid that may help with high blood pressure and colon cleansing. Rutabagas and Turnips These root vegetables always look odd and bumpy, but they make up for that in fiber and nutrients. Also, like beets, the greens are a good source of calcium. Butternut Squash Part of the gourd family with good levels of vitamins A, E and B6. A great fall

soup – add some sliced apples or pear for added taste. Sweet Potatoes Sweet potatoes are rich in betacarotene and a good source of vitamin C. Always eat the skin for extra nutrients and about 4 grams of fiber. With fall fast approaching, don’t be afraid try some new fruits and vegetables. You might be surprised at how good they taste while adding new dimension to your meals. As always, try a yummy green juice for the nutrient-packed fuel it provides to promote energy and healing to our bodies. Combine that with some old-fashioned, down to earth soul food – helping someone in need, sharing hugs at random, sending love through your smile to a stranger you pass, or surprising an elderly neighbor who might be alone with f lowers and conversation. Love and encouragement are ALWAYS the answer. I am sending love to all of you! References: http://greatist.com/health/healthiestfruits-and-vegetables-fall Julia Chiappetta is the author of “Breast Cancer: The Notebook” (Gemini Media, 2006) and is also the owner of Julia Chiappetta Consulting. She lives in Cos Cob.

Walk Against Domestic Violence On Sunday, October 6, YWCA Greenwich is hosting a community-wide walk to raise awareness and funds for YWCA Greenwich Domestic Abuse Services and education. YWCA Greenwich Walk the Walk Against Domestic Violence will be a familyfriendly event that takes place at Bruce Park. Checkin will open at 8:30 am. Members of the community are encouraged to form teams, come with friends and family, and even dogs are welcome. To preregister, go to ywcagrn.org/walkthewalk. Proceeds from the event will support the important work of YWCA Greenwich Domestic Abuse Services. October is Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. YWCA Greenwich is the only state designated provider of domestic abuse services for victims of domestic violence in Greenwich with staff who are licensed to provide a variety of victim services. “One in four women will experience domestic violence during her lifetime. Unfortunately, the Town of Greenwich and its residents are not immune to this abuse,” said First Selectman Peter J. Tesei. “That is why I continue to work with the YWCA and support their efforts in fighting domestic violence and educating the public about this unacceptable behavior.”

YWCA Greenwich Domestic Abuse Services has helped thousands of women, children, and some men since opening its doors in 1981. No client is ever turned away, and all services are free, including a 24-hour hotline, crisis intervention, emergency shelter, safety planning, individual and group counseling for adults, teens and children, and criminal court advocacy. The YWCA recently opened the Civil Legal Clinic to provide clients with support in navigating civil legal matters, and they have also begun providing financial literacy consultations important in helping clients get back on their feet. “A lot of the work we are doing now is about reframing domestic violence as a public health issue,” said Meredith Gold, Director, Domestic Abuse Services, YWCA Greenwich, If you are interested in registering to walk or forming a team, please visit www.ywcagrn.org/ walkthewalk If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse, call the YWCA 24/7 hotline at 203-6220003. For more information about the walk, please contact Jackie Stam at 203-869-6501 x102 or j.stam@ ywcagreenwich.org.

TVS Connects Volunteer to Family Shelter The Volunteer Service (TVS) launched only weeks ago, is already providing social awareness opportunities to volunteers. This past week a registered volunteer, Claudette Rothman, owner of the women’s specialty apparel store in Old Greenwich named CLAUDETTE, (claudettestyles.com), connected with The Open Door charity in Norwalk, Greenwich and generously donated brand new women’s clothing for working moms. Items include tops, skirts and jackets from a major clothing label.

The Open Door’s mission is to effectively address the causes and complexities of the homeless and working poor by providing shelter, food, clothing, case management services, treatment services, transitional planning for short and long-term goals, subsidized housing, education, employment, and a path towards independence and success. TVS gives volunteers and organizations an easy way to connect and collaborate. TVS provided local business owner and volunteer, Claudette, a

way to give back. Founded by Debra A. McLaughlin, Hadley Mongell, Anne Silvey Franscioni and Heather Woodbridge of Greenwich, the online platform enables prospective volunteers to search for and f ind opportunities that f it their schedules and skillsets, while also enabling organizations to reach a larger pool of supporters and volunteers. TVS has an extensive list of volunteer and internship opportunities with local organizations

sp a n n i ng f r om G r e enw ich to Nor w a l k . T he opportunities are one-off events and recurring opportunities. Prospective volunteers register for monthly or annual memberships to gain access to a database of volunteer opportunities. Volunteer hours are tracked through the site and users can obtain letters showing proof of service hours from TVS for schools, honor societies and other requirements. To sign up for a volunteer opportunity, visit thevolunteerservice.com

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Letter by Fred Camillo

Why I am Running

For the past 11 years, I have been honored to represent the district I grew up in at the State Capitol in Hartford. I love my job as a state representative, but I love my hometown more. That is why I am coming home to run for first selectman. G r e e n w i c h h a s b e e n t h e b e s t- r u n municipality in Connecticut for close to 90 years. Is it perfect? No. No town is, but that is why I am running. We, as a town, must take all that is good about our wonderful town and strive to make it even better. To that end, as your first selectman, within the first 30 days of taking office, I will work to change the way we fund projects through use of public-private partnerships and, in doing so, will form a business advisory council that will report to the Board of Selectman with a blueprint and list of town assets. This council, which will be made public in the coming weeks, will consist of respected business women and men in our community. I will look at all town owned assets to ensure their best usage. If a property is underutilized, dormant or improperly used, that asset will be addressed, updated, and in some cases, repurposed. As an athlete and outdoorsman, I will seek new and improved ways for people to

travel, exercise, and enjoy our beautiful location and landscape. I will also form a community enhancement and sustainability committee that will be tasked with identifying areas that need to be spruced up and, again in some cases, repurposed. The committee, which would report back to the BOS monthly, will also work with the BOS on energy savings initiatives, some large and some small, yet all worthwhile and forward thinking. Public safety, an issue I dedicated much of my time to in Hartford, will remain a top priority. A major part of that focus will be public building security and personnel training, as well as continuing my work on domestic violence prevention. Athletic facilities, many of which I have been involved with in various capacities over the past five decades, will be another area that will get laser like focus. Having played, coached, and umpired on our fields, I know we can AND must do better. Many individuals and organizations stand ready to help the town, our wonderful Parks & Recreation Department, and schools. We need to encourage and embrace them all. Many people have availed themselves of my weekly e-blasts from the Capitol. Updates

on important issues, projects, and initiatives have been combined with notices of events and happenings around town. As first selectman, I would continue this practice with a weekly email to Greenwich residents. Finally, as first selectman, I will oversee monthly utility coordination meetings between town department heads and liaisons of all major utility companies servicing our town. Knowing what each is doing in advance of projects and initiatives will allow for better public knowledge and lead to possible opportunities to bury cables and lines underground, which is only practical when there is consistent communication and proper notice of projects. As the late Vince Lombardi once said, “We will chase perfection, and we will chase it relentlessly, knowing all the while we can never attain it. But along the way, we shall catch excellence.” That is my philosophy of governing, too. We must not settle for the path least traveled, nor just being good. With a healthy respect for our past, and a bright, bold vision for our future, I look forward to making the case to the voters of my hometown. Fred Camillo

Letter to the Editor from Lori Jackson

Oberlander Prepared to Serve Jill Oberlander is prepared to serve as First Selectman of Greenwich. I got to know Jill during her campaign for the 150th district of the state legislature. She met with many people to learn more about the district she hoped to serve. As former Chairman of the Greenwich Commission on Aging, I met with her several times to discuss senior issues. Because I also worked with the Youth Coordinator at Greenwich United Way,

we discussed youth issues as well. Jill does her homework. She has gone on to serve as member and Chairman of the Board of Estimate and Taxation. She has worked with others on the BET, creating, awarding and distributing a 450 million dollar budget. This proves she is aware of how the town works, the people it serves and the programs that serve all residents. She has continued to study the issues that matter to the town

and its residents. She now serves on the Greenwich United Way Planning Council which is charged with identifying the needs of our community. With her experience and k nowledge she will be ready to focus on the future of Greenwich. Jill Oberlander has the credentials and experience to do the best job for our town. I will be voting for Jill in November. Lori Jackson

Letter by Jill Oberlander

My Vision for Greenwich Greenwich is a wonderful place to live. My family and I, like many of you, chose Greenwich because our Town offers so much - excellent schools, a beautiful shoreline, open recreational spaces, low taxes and a wonderful, diverse community. My vision for our Town’s future is clear. I want to see a Greenwich with: modern school buildings to go along with our excellent teachers and education programs; enough playable fields for all residents to complement our beautiful beaches and parks; vibrant shopping and commercial districts across Town; well-maintained public infrastructure; safe, convenient bicycle and pedestrian paths; less traf f ic congestion; and high-quality services for all ages. The se a re goa ls we c a n a nd shou ld achieve, and to get there, Greenwich needs a new kind of leadership. We need to revisit the status quo approach to government, and elect smart, effective leaders who will not only introduce new ideas but also have the

experience to implement them. We need innovative solutions to the challenges we have been facing for some time. This is the kind of knowledge and experience I bring to the table. I will start with a focus on three areas - what I call the Three E’s –Education, Env iron ment a nd the Economy. These areas are critical to the future of Greenwich and I will address each one of them with a clear and achievable plan. Specifically, I will: (1) prioritize investments in our education system and our children’s well-being; (2) adopt an environmental mission statement that identif ies and puts into motion easyto-implement actions to conserve energy and protect our natural resources; and (3) establish a business retention and economic development program to support our existing local business and attract new ones. We can and should improve Greenwich infrastructure to better serve our community, which goes hand-in-hand with attracting new residents and businesses. These goals are achievable

while preserving our historically low property tax rate, which I know is very important to Greenwich residents. I strongly support keeping Greenwich’s property tax rates low and as Chair of the Greenwich Board of Estimate and Taxation I made sure that the Town’s property tax rates remained stable. With more than twenty years of experience in law and government, including 10 years in Greenwich Town government, I am ready to provide the leadership we need. I will succeed, as I have throughout my career, by working collaboratively with people across the spectrum of this Town who have the same love for Greenwich - and the same desire to maintain and build upon the Town’s quality of life - as I do. I love Greenwich and I care deeply about its future, which is why I am running for First Selectman. I hope, as we go through this election season, we will get to know one another and I can share my vision with you. Jill Oberlander

Letter by Sabina Dirienzo

Oberlander’s Positive Policy-Forward Message Oberlander’s positive policy-for ward message resonates with voters. Democratic candidate for First Selectman, Jill Oberlander, last night reminded Greenwich voters why she is the best person for the job by putting her policies first. She said that Forums and Town Hall events are an essential part of the democratic

process, and I am glad to have been a part of last night’s Conservancy Town Hall. It is of the upmost importance that we recognize our environmental responsibilities, while p r e s e r v i n g G r e e n w i c h’s h e r i t a g e a n d character. I have a clear vision to move Greenwich forward, and it’s centered around education, economic growth, protecting and

preserving our environmental resources. I agree! As First Selectman, she plans to put her experience as a former member of the RTM, and as current Chair of the BET to work for every Greenwich resident as she meets Greenwich’s challenges head on. Sabina Dirienzo

Letter from BET Members

Three Financial Challenges Facing Greenwich Our town is facing numerous financial #2. Higher Cost of Town Government challenges and risks, three of which have grown The cost of our local government is high and significantly in recent years. continues to grow at rates above inflation. Although the mill rate of Greenwich is #1. Reduced Income and Wealth of our the second lowest among all Connecticut Residents municipalities, the average property tax per In the past couple of years, the combined capita of approximately $6,000 approximately earnings of our town’s residents have fallen places Greenwich close to the highest in the meaningfully. According to the Internal State. Revenue Service, the adjusted gross income of For the decade ended 2018, our town’s all Greenwich residents dropped 8.0% to $12.5 property taxes – to fund the town’s operations billion in 2016 (the most recent year the IRS data as well as healthcare, debt service and other are available) from $13.6 billion in 2015, after expenses - grew 37%, from $267.11 million declining 8.5% from $14.9 billion in 2014. to $385.49 million. That equates to an Although some of the decline in earnings annual compounded growth rate of 3.7%. By might be due to our still-current residents who comparison, the annual growth in the U.S. have moved their tax domicile out-of-state, Consumer Price Index over the same period there is no doubt that the continuing financial was half as much at 1.6%. Although the higher challenges of the State have discouraged people, cost of local government affects all residents, it is jobs and capital from either remaining or clear that higher costs especially affect the many moving here. Add to this a significant regional residents who are living on ‘fixed’ incomes. contraction of the financial services industry, in The largest part of our town’s budget is the which many of our residents either have or had cost of employee wages and benefits, which the careers. town negotiates with the various town unions Our property values for similar reasons through collective bargaining. When the town have s declined. For most families, their home and a union cannot agree to contractual terms represents the major portion of their wealth. (as often happens), a State arbitration panel will Last year, the total assessed value of residential decide on the terms of the contract, primarily property in Greenwich of $26.22 billion still considering Greenwich’s ‘ability to pay.’ This is remained slightly lower than the $26.62 billion not helpful for limiting the growth of labor costs. assessment a decade earlier immediately The funding requirements of the State have following the 2008 recession. If the value of also added directly to the financial challenges of renovations and new construction is excluded, Greenwich. Since it last increased the maximum the percentage decline in assessments would be income tax rate to 6.99% in 2015, the State has much greater. Next year, as required every five the reduced its grants and PILOT payments to years, the town will reassess all properties, and Greenwich, expanded the sales tax and other many expect continued material decline and non-income taxes, and continues to consider the shifts in value. allocation to Greenwich for payment of its share

of the State’s considerable pension expense. #3. Potential Recession There are increasing signs the current U.S. economic expansion - which began after the recession of 2008 and has just became the longest U.S. expansion on record – may be ending. An economic recession would further reduce the ability of residents to afford the range of town services we currently enjoy and to support the many local non-profits that contribute so much to the town. Why are these three factors important? Those that live here know that our town provides many exceptional services. But, in the years to come, given our declining incomes and the rising cost of town services, those serving in town government will need to distinguish between services that are necessary for the wellbeing of our residents and those services that are merely ‘nice-to-have.’ Without a critical review of our town programs, we will be facing larger tax increases, something many residents cannot afford. There are fiscal challenges ahead in the next few years that will require not only our town’s political leadership, but all voters, to be smart and sensible about how our town’s resources are allocated. Your Republican candidates for the Board of Estimate and Taxation (the “BET”) will be fighting to make sure that all allocations will benefit all residents and ask that your support our team as tough budget choices are made later this fiscal year. B y Bill Drak e , An dy Duu s , Karen Fassuliotis, Debra Hess, Mike Mason and Leslie Tarkington; Republican BET Members and Candidates for Re-election to the BET

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Touchstones Twice earlier this week, we gathered together as a community to remember and honor all those who died during the horrific terrorist attacks 18 years ago. Both gatherings, the one in Cos Cob Park and the other at the Glenville Fire House, were poignant, solemn and respectful. They serve as touchstones to a time of raw emotion and hurt. Nearly 3,000 people died that day in the attacks. Of them, 32 lived in or had direct ties to Greenwich. Their names are forever etched on the

As we do so, we pause to reflect on the meaning of words on the Cos Cob 9/11 Memorial that are woven through the names: “Love,” “Courage,” “Freedom,” “Forever,” and “Liberty.” glass at the Cos Cob 9/11 Memorial. As you look at them, the letters of their names spell words such as, “Love,” “Courage,” “Freedom,” “Forever,” and “Liberty.” As their names were read aloud on Wednesday, we honored their memories. As a community we embraced their loved ones. We were reminded on the poem, “Evangeline” written by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow: “Silently, one by one, in the infinite meadows of heaven, Blossomed the lovely stars, the forget-me-nots of the angels.” Even though 18 years have passed, time does not diminish the the loss of our loved ones, or the effect on our community. September 11, 2001 was the deadliest terrorist attack ever, and the largest attack on American soil since Pearl Harbor. Because it occurred in the age of 24-hour news coverage and the internet, the tragedy was not only felt in New York, Arlington, and Shanksville. The horror and grief were experienced all over the world. The anniversary of September 11th reopens that wound ever year. However, it also reaffirms. It reaffirms the awe and respect we have in our first responders. And, it honors those rescue and recovery workers whose sacrifice and dedication paved the way to rebuilding. Of the 2,977 who died that day, over 400 were first responders and military personnel, performing their sworn duty. These individuals voluntarily choose a profession where their job is to run into a burning building, chase a criminal not knowing if he has a weapon and stand watch protecting our country. Our community is relatively safe. Violent crimes and massive fires rarely occur here, but they do happen often elsewhere, and, again, because of the news coverage and internet we feel the pain of those horrific acts. Our first responders, however, must be prepared for any type of incident and so they train. They train diligently and continuously until they become the competent experts we need and expect them to be. And, because of this they are often asked to help train first responders in other communities. We rarely see our first responders in action and that is a good thing. When we see them at a parade or police open-house we are always amazed by the amount of equipment they have and the diversity of its potential use. Plan and prepare they must. This week we saw them silently honor their fallen comrades from September 11th. It was a stark reminder of all they do to protect our community from harm, and we are grateful. As we settle into an early fall weekend, we are humbled by our community coming together once again to remember and honor those we lost 18 years ago, our “forget-me-nots of the angels.” As we do so, we pause to reflect on the meanings of words on the Cos Cob 9/11 Memorial that are woven through the names: “Love,” “Courage,” “Freedom,” “Forever,” and “Liberty.”

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5 p.m. Board of Estimate & Taxation (BET) Budget Committee Meeting. Greenwich Town Hall - Cone Room, 2nd floor, 101 Field Point Rd. 6:30 - 9 p.m. "The Big Tomato" - cocktail party supporting Greenwich Community Gardens, and celebrating the history of gardening in Greenwich. Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Rd. 203-340-0327. info@ greenwichcommunitygardens. org. greenwichcommunitygardens. org

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2:30 - 6 p.m. Old Greenwich Farmer's Market. Living Hope Community Church of Old Greenwich, 38 West End Ave. Rain or shine. (Every Wednesday, 2:30 - 6 p.m. through end of October; 2 - 5 p.m. in November). oldgreenwichfarmersmarket. com

Meeting - Leadership & Public Speaking. Greenwich Town Hall, 101 Field Point Rd. Open to the public. (1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday of each month.) 203-502-7552. toastmasters.org

7 - 9 p.m. Bowman Observatory Public Nights (1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month, if skies are clear). On the grounds of Julian Curtiss School, 180 E. Elm St. Free. 203-413-6762. GreenwichStars@gmail.com. astrogreenwich.org

4 - 6 p.m. Greenwich Center for Hope & Renewal: Grief Support Group. GCHR, 237 Taconic Rd. $200 for eight sessions. Through Oct. 30. hopeandrenewal.org/event/ grief-support-group/

7:30 p.m. Greenwich Grind Teen Coffee House - featuring Open Studio time. Arch Street Teen Center, 100 Arch St. Free. Grades 7th-12th. Free. Every Wednesday. 203-629-5744. info@archstreet.org

5:15 p.m. Gentle Yoga in the Park (weather permitting). Byram Park, Picnic Area (park pass and parking pass are required). $11 per session or 4-Class card for $44. 203-200-7788. yoga@ breathinglovecenter.com. breathinglovecenter.com/ classes

THURSDAY, SEPT. 19

6 - 7:30 p.m. Class: “Mind, Body, Fertility Yoga.” Prescott House, 38 Volunteer Ln., ground flr. $80 for four classes or $25 drop-in fee per class. Register. 888357-2409

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. HSS Senior Speaker Series: Strategies for Fall Prevention. YMCA of Greenwich, 50 East Putnam Ave. Free. Register. Limited space. 203-8691630. egrant@gwymca.org. greenwichymca.org

6 - 8 p.m. Apple Retail Recruiting Event. Apple Greenwich Avenue, 356 Greenwich Ave. No admission fee. apple.com/ jobs 6:30 - 8 p.m. Job Search Part 1: Get Started, Reinvent Your Brand, and Tell Your Story. Greenwich Library - Meeting Room, 101 West Putnam Ave. Free. Register. 203625-6533. mmarting@ greenwichlibrary.org 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. An evening with the author of Permission to Fly, Laying Martine. At Christ Church Books & Gifts. See graphic below. 7 p.m. 'Emanuel' Movie Showing and Panel Discussion, with two South Carolina guest speakers. Stanwich Church - Emmaus Hall, 202 Taconic Rd. Free and open to the community. 203-661-4420. kimberly@stanwichchurch. org. stanwichchurch.org/ events 7 - 8:15 p.m. Anchor Health Initiative: Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Support Group. YWCA Greenwich, 259 East Putnam Ave. Open to all ages. Safe, private and free. (1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month). 203-869-6501. ywcagreenwich.org 7 - 8:30 p.m. Greenwich Toastmasters

10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle Yoga and Tea. Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Rd. Single class, $35; full session: $100 members, $150 non-members. All ages and experience levels. (Bring your own mat and props). 203-869-6899. greenwichhistory.org

11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Qi Gong - mindful movement and breathing. Cos Cob Library - Community Room, 5 Sinawoy Rd. Free. Adults. 203-622-6883. greenwichlibrary.org 1 - 2:15 p.m. Family Caregiver Support Group - for adults who care for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia. Center for Healthy Aging at Greenwich Hospital, 5 Perryridge Rd. Free. 888-305-9253 1 - 3 p.m. Garden Club of Old Greenwich Horticultural Workshop. The First Congregational Church of Greenwich - Auditorium, 108 Sound Beach Ave. gardenclubofoldgreenwich. org 2 - 3 p.m. Greenwich Hospital: “12 Week Medical Weight-Loss Program” begins. Center for Behavioral and Nutritional Health, 55 Holly Hill Ln. Free. Registration and initial assessment required. 203863-2929 THURSDAY, SEPT. 19 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. Make It Thursday - explore a STEAM topic with a hands-on activity. Grades 3+. Cos Cob Library Community Room, 5 Sinawoy Rd. Free. Register. 203-622-6883. lmatthews@

greenwichlibrary.org

4 p.m. Ghouls in the Garden. Greenwich Botanical Center, 130 Bible St. Members, $10$30. 203-869-9242. info@ greenwichbotanicalcenter. org. greenwichbotanicalcenter. org

Development (POCD) public workshop. Greenwich High School, 10 Hillside Rd. 7 p.m. Board of Education Meeting - Business. New Lebanon School, 25 Mead Ave. michael_antonaccio@ greenwich.k12.ct.us. greenwichschools.org

5 p.m. Qi Gong - mindful movement and breathing. Cos Cob Library - Community Room, 5 Sinawoy Rd. Free. Adults. 203-622-6883. greenwichlibrary.org

7 p.m. “Growin’ Up – Bruce Springsteen at 70” opening reception. C. Parker Gallery, 409 Greenwich Ave. Free, all works are available for purchase. cparkergallery.com

5 p.m. Back to Business - 20% off entire store, free wine, free appetizers and giveaway for one Accomplish profile. Alice + Olivia Retail Store, 335 Greenwich Ave. Free. RSVP. 586-219-5036 gwstore@ aliceandolivia.com. nowaccomplish.com

7 - 8:30 p.m. AuthorsLive: 'Last Book Party' by Karen Dukess. Greenwich Library - Meeting Room, 101 West Putnam Ave. Free. Register. Adults, young adults. 203-625-6527. ksoboleva@ greenwichlibrary.org. greenwichlibrary.org

6 p.m. Talk: Concussions and Athlete Safety. YMCA of Greenwich - 2nd florr meeeting rooms 1 & 2, 50 East Putnam Ave. RSVP. 203869-1630. egrant@gwymca. org. greenwichymca.org

7:30 p.m. NAMI Southwest CT: "The Toxic Effects of Trauma." Greenwich Town Hall, 101 Field Point Rd. Free and open to the community. 203-4006264. namisouthwestct@ gmail.com. namisouthwestct. org

6:30 - 8 p.m. Mental Health Support Group - facilitated by trained volunteers from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. Greenwich Hospital’s Mianus Conference Room, 5 Perryridge Rd. Free. 203-4286864 7 p.m. Plan of Conservation and

FRIDAY, SEPT. 20 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Greenwich Garden Club - Lecture. The First Congregational Church of Greenwich - Auditorium, 108 Sound Beach Ave. greenwichgardenclub.org 2 - 4 p.m. The 12th Annual Dazzling

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Education

Education Feature from Greenwich Academy Head of School

Purposeful Work Today for Tomorrow’s Leaders By Molly King It’s September—time for all of us to go back to school or work. One of my favorite moments while raising our kids was watching my husband zigzag across the yard pushing the lawn mower while our then five-year-old son Josh, proudly followed the path with his multicolored toy mower. Dad was working hard, and so was Josh. It rem inded me of an impor tant discussion we had in a graduate school seminar. Dr. Sara Lawrence Lightfoot, MacA r thur Fellow and professor of sociology at Harvard’s Graduate School of Education, explained to us that children understand from an early age that adults engage in work both personally and professionally and therefore, children too want to feel that they are capable of engaging with authentic work. It fuels their sense of purpose. School is their work and more than any dimension of their childhood, it is their place and their opportunity to develop their work ethic, their independence, their capacity to interact with others, and of course, their

academic skills. The Millennial generation of parents is sometimes accused of seeing their children’s school experiences as an extension of their own resumes. This can lead to overprotectiveness or even a management style of parenting, seeking to leverage opportunities for the sake of advantage rather than allowing their children the necessary space that school provides to develop a well-grounded sense of oneself. Pushing for a trophy at every turn—that “everyone is a winner” mentality—doesn’t ring true to kids. Children and young people know when they are being authentically challenged, and they relish it. The value of work isn’t a new notion at Greenwich Academy. Headmistress Ruth West Campbell, who served from 19251955, articulated this concept with her quintessentially British sensibility when interviewed by a local newspaper in 1936. She said, “The standards of the school require real work. We want the girls to come to grips with things!” When we are being our best parental selves, that’s what we all want, too.

We want them to have the genuine confidence, grittiness, independence, and sense of purpose that fortifies them and gives them the requisite skills to move through life’s inevitable challenges. We want our kids to be able to come to grips with things. We want them to have the genuine confidence, grittiness, independence, and sense of purpose that fortifies them and gives them the requisite skills to move through life’s inevitable ch a l le n ge s . S cho ol pr ov ide s t ho s e challenges in developmentally appropriate ways and motivates and inspires students

to work hard and be aspirational in their learning and growth. These values are fundamental to the GA experience. As just one example, every summer since Hurricane Katrina, rising seniors and faculty volunteer for a full week's worth of mixing, lugging, and hammering at a Habitat for Humanity site—all in the unrelenting New Orleans sun. A s Head of Upper School Tom Sullivan says, “It's our most popular and enduring trip. Not a shred of it is expensive or flashy, but after a hard day's work, the simple meals couldn't taste better.” In short, it’s real work! And ideally, the value of work should also be promoted at home so don’t be afraid to ask! Whether it’s helping to clean up, make dinner, care for a younger sibling, or reach out to a grandparent, pu r p o s e f u l c ont r i but ion s s t r on g ly correlate with a child’s self-esteem and helps to develop young people and adults who are the problem-solving leaders that know how to “come to grips with things.” Isn’t that what we are all seeking to do— raise and educate tomorrow’s problemsolvers and leaders? What a wonderful

shared goal for our children. So here’s to getting back to work together this September and onward to a great school year ahead for all.

Molly King is the head of school at Greenwich Ac ademy and hold s a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowdoin C o l l e g e a n d a Ma s t e r s f r o m t h e Harvard Graduate School of Education.

Education Column from Mary Forde

Helping Your Child Become a Better Reader By Mary Forde The question I was asked to respond to this month was, “how can I make my child a better reader?” And my first question back is “better, how?” Faster, more accurate, more f luid, with more comprehension? If you are hoping for directions on which kit to buy, program to enroll in or tutor to hire, I hate to disappoint you. The answer for parents from my perspective is relatively simple and cheap – talk to your children and read to/with your children. Talk – A LOT When I first read the sentence, “The eggplant was a vivid aubergine.” I don’t begin by sounding out the words. I do know what an eggplant is and I know it is usually purple, I know ‘vivd’ usually refers to color, so I guess that “aubergine’ is another word for purple and move on. I had the wonderful advantage of growing up in a household of very verbal adults. I was smothered in words all day long from the time I was very young. Most of it, by the way, not intentional, and some not always appropriate, but lots and lots

of words. I knew early on that a “bookie” Provide synonyms for the adult is not someone who reads a lot of books, words you use. thanks Uncle Joe. Broiling is kind of like grilling, the heat Describe what you are doing and why only comes from one side. You can usually you are doing it in adult conversational see the flames when you grill and broil. language. It may feel a little strange Create categories. at first but you can turn it into a game Grilling and broiling are both ways of cooking. You can boil or fry or toast or microwave. These are all ways of cooking food. Create your own word games – car rides are great opportunities. The alphabet game is good for this. Let’s go through the alphabet and think of foods we wouldn’t put on the grill. Applesauce, Bananas, Cake….. When it’s your turn try to think of something your children might not be familiar with and describe – Kumquats! Read to/with your children. My childhood memory: every school night once we all had our pajamas on (including my one brother who put his pajamas on over his school uniform so he could sleep later), we piled on one bed and my mother read one chapter or pretend you are on a TV show. “On from the Honey Bunch books (a really today’s episode of “Chopped” I am going cheezy 1930’s series that she loved as a to broil the flounder. When you broil fish, kid). One chapter only. We would start it gets a nice crust that doesn’t happen by remembering what was happening when you bake it.” when we stopped the night before and

My childhood memory: every school night once we all had our pajamas on, we piled on one bed and my mother read one chapter from the Honey Bunch books

what we thought would happen next trips or vacations, fiction or nonand then we went into the adventures of fiction, even trips to the doctor Honey Bunch and Norman. Benefits – or dentist can be less stressful if my mother had her own great memories you have read stories about the of the books, one chapter only, no more experience no less, basic recall and prediction, quiet • Watch a movie and then read time before bed. I don’t know the author the book (or vice versa) – always and I would be surprised if she won any interesting to figure out what is awards or honors, but that remains a the same and what is different fond memory. Not only does this create a You may f ind you are reading to great literacy opportunity, it helps make a yourself for the f irst couple of nights smoother bedtime routine, always a plus but persist. Storytelling is contagious for everyone. and routines are comforting anchors for Suggestions for bedtime reading: most of us. • Chapter books are great – usually It is also helpful to set aside some there is the end of the chapter time when everyone is quiet and reads ‘cliffhanger’ that keeps you coming their own books, comics, newspapers, back for more magazines…. It’s never too late, but it is easier earlier. Let your children see you • Pick a book you loved as a child as a reader and/or a listener. Audio books – let your children know your are a great alternative when your hands memories around the book and eyes may be busy. Even if you have to • Ask about the topics they are fake it sometimes, you may find yourself working on in school and see if discovering or rediscovering the joy of you can find a related book, it can reading. I actually picked up Honey Bunch give kids a preview of vocabulary again last night, yes, I still have a copy. and concepts in a safe, quiet place (bedroom) in addition to hearing Mary Forde is the Chief Pupil Personnel them in a busy classroom Services Officer. • Pick up literature about upcoming

Education Column from Central Middle School Principal

Answering "Why?" in the Age of www. By Thomas Healey Over my twenty years as a professional educator, I have learned that the one thing I can count on across all age groups is that kids are always asking “why?” Parents are all too familiar that this begins as soon as their notoriously relentless toddlers can speak: “Daddy, why is the sky blue? Why can’t I turn on the car? Why do I have to eat my vegetables? Why can I not put a lego in my nose?” For middle schoolers, this curiosity continues -- often with a healthy independent edge -- when they challenge authority by asking why they might have to do something adults believe will be good for them. Responding to this open challenge with the traditional, “because I said so,” or “because you need to know this to get into college one day,” or “I can’t explain it but you have to trust me,”' is simply no longer an adequate answer for young people in today’s day and age. Due to the World Wide Web, our kids have nearly unlimited access to information at a moment’s notice, so

educators (and likely parents, too) are finding that a pat answer isn’t enough. Students really need to know that their “why?” questions are valid, learn how to persist in their questioning, and then discover how to answer their own questions by interpreting their findings and understanding how to apply that information and knowledge to real-life situations. In addition, students must develop confidence that they possess these skills, and it is imperative that parents and educators foster and perpetuate this curiosity in order to promote lifelong learning. I believe strongly that the Greenwich community should be aware that this guiding principle ties directly to the Greenwich Schools foundational document, the “Vision of the Graduate.” While the “Vision of the Graduate” is firmly at the center of our work as a school district and has been for over 10 years, I am always surprised to find in my discussions with parents that it is not as widely known and discussed as I would have thought. I have wondered if this is because when

our kids have nearly unlimited access to information at a moment’s notice people hear the term “graduate,” they believe it applies to specifically to high school students and elementary students are not included in the f ramework . Whatever the case may be, it has become my mission in many ways to ensure the Central Middle School community knows its significance and possesses the understanding of how the “Vision of the Graduate” is a critical resource. Organized into three overarching categor ies: academ ic, persona l a nd interpersonal, the GPS “Vision of the Graduate” identif ies 13 capacities that encompass the sk ills necessar y for empowerment as life-long learners.

“Educating all students to the highest level of academic achievement,” rooted in the mastery of a core body of knowledge and grounded in the Common Core Standards, is the significance of “enabling all students to reach and expand their potential” and “preparing our students to become productive, responsible, ethical, creative and compassionate members of society.” School, of course, must ideally be a place where kids run from class to class because they feel confidence as students and they can’t wait to learn something new (figuratively of course -- no running in the halls is one part of school that hasn’t changed in 100 years!). It is so important that schools create learning experiences to emphasize critical skills we all need to meet with success in the world today: questioning, problem identification and problem solving, communication and collaboration, self-reflection and resilience, to name a few. When our students feel empowered to apply these sk ills to situations they find meaningful or are passionate about, the possibilities are

endless. Middle schoolers never cease to amaze me for many different reasons, but more and more, I find the incredulousness comes from their contributions to their classes, school and wider community at a relatively early age. With the “Vision of the Graduate” in mind, parents and educators can provide the framework for student questions like, “Why do I have to do that?” and help them see how they can turn it into “How can I make a difference in my life and in my world?” Thomas Healey is the Principal of Central Middle School

Early Education Column from Lee Longo

Every Child Is A Student

By Lee Longo As I sat in a nail salon early one Saturday morning, I overheard two women having a conversation. “How did your son do in school this year?” “Not well, he’s not a “student”, she went on to say, “He has a fascination with cars and knows everything about every car. The history of the car, how fast it goes, the type of engine. He knows every detail.” “I know he is bright; I hope this year will be better for him.” I began to wonder, do parents and children get the message if they don’t make the “grade” they are not

smart or bright? At the pre-school age I find that some parents are concerned hoping their child will learn their letters and numbers. Will they learn to read, and how is pre-school preparing them for kindergarten? In pre-school our focus is to support the child’s needs now, which is to foster their social and emotional development. A healthy social and emotional development sets them up for future success in school and relationships. All children are curious and eager to learn about the world around them. Learning can be stimulated in many different ways. The Reggio Emilia and Project

approach styles of teaching guide children toward their interest, which allows for a wide variety of opportunities within the learning process. Teachers work together to observe the children. The curriculum then develops around the children’s interest. Within the learning domains children are building their cognitive social, emotional, physical and language development. In this type of program an indepth investigation of cars allows the child to have ownership in the learning process. What is the child actually learning in the car investigation? Teachers are guiding

them and providing opportunity to enhance interest within the topic. If they are looking at different models of cars, they are sorting on the basis of one or more attributes. For example; size of tires, colors, shapes etc. Topics can branch out into many different areas through the child’s curiosity and interest. A topic can start out with car’s but go in the direction of machines that move or how tires are made. The possibilities are endless. Just like adults where there is an interest, the learning becomes more meaningful. Parents should not fear that their child is not learning. There are many ways

through the learning process. We with the fascination for cars has a find that because the Reggio Emilia wealth of knowledge already!

As parents and educators, we should encourage our children’s interest, it can lead to different aspects of learning. and Project approach enhances the child’s curiosity and interest their school experience becomes one of true joy for them. As parents and educators, we should encourage our children’s interest, it can lead to different aspects of learning. Every child is a student, and this child

Lee Longo is the Director of Sound Beach Day School. Located on the Greenwich Stamford border. A pre-school inspired by the Reggio Emilia and the Project approach philosophies in Early Childhood Education.

Round Hill Community Church Invites You

ROUND HILL CARES TO . . . IMAGINE: Friday, Sept. 20 at 7:00 p.m. Family Movie Night: The Biggest Little Farm Following two dreamers and a dog on an odyssey to bring harmony to both their lives and the land, this movie is a testament to the immense complexity of nature. Movie night will kick off “Round Hill Cares,” a weekend-long celebration of Creation Care Awareness. ACT: Sunday, Sept. 22 at 10:00 a.m. The CT United Church of Christ Environmental Ministry Team will present Round Hill Community Church with a Certificate of Achievement in reaching the Level 1 “Green Church” status. The presentation will take place during Sunday's worship service. LEARN: Sunday Sept. 22, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Round Hill Reads: A New Earth: Awakening to

Your Life’s Purpose, by Eckhart Tolle This will be the first of a 4-part book group and thoughtful discussion led by the Rev. Dr. Ed Horstmann. We will cover chapters 1 to 3. Subsequent book group dates and chapters to be covered are as follows: Sunday, October 20: 11:30-1 (Chapters 4-7) Sunday, November 17: 11:30-1 (Chapters 8-10) A final December book group meeting date will be announced at a later time. Childcare and refreshments will be provided. Please R SV P v ia the Chu rch website: w w w. roundhillcommunitychurch.org or by calling the Church office at 203-869-1091. RHCC invites all of its friends and neighbors to participate in all of the weekend’s activities!

“Emanuel” Sept. 18 Free screening of a c c l a i m e d do c u m e nt a r y “Emanuel” about the Charleston church shooting examines the healing power of forgiveness. “I forgive you.” Not 48 hours af ter Dylan Roof murdered 9 people in a Bible Study at Emanuel A M E church in Charleston, SC, relatives of the victims offered him words of forgiveness. This senseless act of terror — and the community’s response to it — made national headlines.

“Emanuel”, an acclaimed documentar y about the shooting and its aftermath w ill be presented free of charge at Stanwich Church in Greenwich at 7 pm on Sept. 18. A panel discussion featuring Polly Sheppard, a survivor of the shooting and Rose Simmons, the daughter of a victim, will follow. “When violence like this happens, we wonder if hope or healing is possible,” Rev. Nathan Hart, senior pastor of Stanwich Church said. “The

story of what happened at Mother Emanuel Church— before, during and after the shooting — is a chance for us to have important discussions about justice, faith, and the healing power of forgiveness.” The movie weaves the history of race relations in Charleston, the significance and impact of Mother Emanuel church, and the hope that somehow emerges in the aftermath. Seating is limited, registration required: www. stanwichchurch.org/events

First Congregational Church Hosts First Congregational Church of Greenwich in Old Greenwich has become a central hub for self-help and mind-body care events, lectures, classes and workshops. The following are being hosted by First Church this Fall: SPEDucated! Guest Speaker: Kit Savage, Special Education Advocate When: Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 6:30 – 8:30 PM Refreshments to follow RSVP to speducatedgreenwich@gmail.com SPEDucated Parents is an independent community support group committed to providing information to families of children with disabilities. More information at www.facebook.com/groups/ SpeducatedGreenwich/

Teresa Patton

Te r e s a M . (A l ia n iel lo) Pat ton , 93 , of G r e enw ich , CT p a s s e d aw ay p e ac ef u l ly surrounded by family on Sept. 8, 2019. Born in Providence, R.I. on July 2, 1926, she was the firstborn child of the late Saverio and Rosa (Torzi) Alianiello. She was a secretary, book keeper, and business owner, who helped create a thriving manufacturing company along with her husband William. She loved the holidays and was an avid cook, among her specialties were homemade pizza, meatballs with Sunday "gravy," and chocolate chip cookies. She enjoyed gardening and was extremely proud of keeping indoor plants alive for decades. However, her absolute greatest joy was spending time with her beloved grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter Patricia Patton Brett and her husband James Thomas Brett, and her three grandchildren; James Russell Brett, Alexander William Brett, and Isabelle Grace Brett, and her younger sister Caroline (Alianiello) Cacchiotti of Cranston, R.I. She was predeceased by her b eloved husband of 62 years, William John Patton, and her cherished granddaughter Jessica Lee Brett. Family and friends may call Friday, Sept. 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Fred D. Knapp & Son Funeral Home, 267 Greenwich Ave. A Mass of Christian Burial is planned at 10 a.m. at Saint Mary Church, 178 Greenwich Ave. Interment will follow at Putnam Cemetery, 35 Parsonage Rd. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY 10065.

Gordon Feeley

Gordon V. Feeley, a World War II veteran, passed away on Aug. 30, 2019 in Napa, Calif. He was 97. Feeley was born on May 17, 1922 to Robert and Marie Feeley. He grew up in Riverside, CT and graduated from Greenwich High School. Feeley attended the University of Alabama until leaving to enlist in the US Army to serve in WWII. After the war, Feeley returned to Connecticut and built a career in advertising at his own agency and the Greenwich Time newspaper. In 1980, he moved to Florida and embarked on a second career at Kennedy Space Center. He finally retired at 87 and moved to Northern California. Feeley shared many proud memories of his time in the service, including writing for the Army newspaper and playing trumpet in the band. He loved all animals and considered his pets part of his family. He is survived by his beloved wife Phillis (Buck) Feeley; his sisters Joeann (Feeley) Whipple and Margaret (Feeley) Merritt; his children Christopher Feeley, Brooke (Feeley) Connor, and Nora Feeley; his grandchildren Ryan Connor, Patrick Connor, Cayley Connor, and Gordon Brinckerhoff; and his loving nieces and nephews. Feeley will be remembered with full military honors at a private family service.

A re You or You r Pa rents L ook i ng to Move to a More Supportive Community? Exploring Senior Housing Options When: September 22 at 11:15 am Where: First Church Lounge, 2nd Floor Paul and Susan Doyle from Oasis Senior Advisors will shed some light on the many living options for retirees in need of more support services. We’ll learn about several local residences’ features and services, and the important process of determining the best fit for each individual. Assisted Living and other models of housing will be discussed. Please join us in the Lounge at 11:15 am (shortly after the 10 am worship service).

Confident Parents, Capable Kids Fall Parent Training for Preschool Parents A 6-week training that will teach you to: · Cope with your young child’s strong emotions and feel confident in your abilities · Connect with your child while setting limits · Encourage your child to feel capable and have the courage to try new things · Create a life at home that’s more enjoyable, peaceful and respectful for everyone When: Sept. 25, Oct. 2, 16, 23, and Nov. 6 & 13 (6 Wednesdays), 9:30 -11 am - Space is limited! RSVP to 203-921-7493 or email info@ emilytrotman.com today!

Obituaries

Lawrence Larson

Lawrence E. Larson died July 22, 2019 from heart failure. He was born Feb. 18, 1932 in Vincenz, Indiana to Morris and Christine Larson. A graduate of Hackley School in Tarrytown, N.Y., he met his future wife at the Knollwood Country Club in Elmsford, N.Y. He was a graduate of Colgate University as well a Cornell Law School and Columbia University Business School. Mr. Larson continued as a practicing attorney up until his death. As a Greenwich resident for over 50 years, he generously devoted his time to numerous town organizations and committees. Known to all as an avid golfer, he was a member of the Greenwich Country Club for over 50 years and served on the Board of Governors, the Admissions Committee and the Finance Committee. Predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Diane K. Larson, he is survived by his daughter Krista E. Larson of Greenwich. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 11 at St. Barnabas Church in Greenwich.

Lucy Capalbo

Lucy Marciano Capalbo, 90, passed away surrounded by family on Sept. 5 as the sun peacefully set over her beloved hometown. She was the daughter of the late John and Jennie Marciano and was the beloved wife of the late Anthony A. Capalbo, with whom she shared 53 years of marriage. Lucy grew up in Byram, attended Greenwich Schools and graduated Greenwich High School in 1947. She devoted her life to her family while also working for many years. She began her career at D.W. Rogers as office manager and later worked at Fairview Printers in Greenwich. In her retirement, Lucy enjoyed traveling, highlighted by trips to Italy, Hawaii, Las Vegas and many others. Her husband, family and friends were the joy of her life, and she celebrated her role as grandmother of six. She loved attending every baseball, hockey, and basketball game as well as cross-country and gymnastics meets. She was involved in the Glenville Seniors and the Social Seniors at St. Catherine’s and volunteered at Nathaniel Witherell. In 1991 she was named the Greenwich Time Mother of the Year and more recently, her greatest accomplishment was as a 13-year cancer survivor. Throughout her challenges, she never lost her sense of humor, and was a quiet and caring friend to many. She is survived by daughters Toni Ann Capa l b o a nd hu sba nd Ca rlos Col la z o of Greenwich, Lisa Capalbo Floros and husband Michael of Newtown, and Anthony Capalbo Jr. and wife Jenny of Fairfield. She is also survived by grandchildren Gabriella Collazo, Emily, Thomas and Cecilia Floros, and Charles and William Capalbo. In addition to her parents and husband she was predeceased by her sister Frances and brother Gregory. She is also survived by five nephews, in-laws, cousins, and wonderful and faithful friends. Calling hours were Sunday, Sept. 8 at Coxe and Graziano Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian burial took place Sept. 9 at St. Catherine of Siena followed by internment at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Contributions in her memory can be made to Greenwich Point Conservancy at greenwich.org/join

Barbara Thompson

Barbara Churchill Thompson, of Greenwich, CT died on Sept. 1 in Woodstock, Vt. Barbara was born on May 30, 1933 in Flushing, N.Y. to S. Garton and Mary Ellen Churchill. The Churchill family of four soon moved to Great Neck, N.Y. where she and her older brother, Jim, had a very happy childhood. Barbara graduated from Skidmore College as an English major and later worked for Mobil Oil, followed by Columbia University, where she met her future husband, George. After a short residence in New York City, they settled in Old Greenwich, CT where they lived for 44 years, followed by several years at Lyon Farm in Greenwich, CT. Apart from raising her three children, Barbara had a variety of interests. Music gave her great joy. She was part of many music groups (most notably the Song Folk) and she was a regular goer of opera, classical music, and Broadway. As an art enthusiast, Barbara, with George, also spent countless weekends hunting for early American antiques, slowly building a beautiful collection to fill their home.

At her home, Barbara could often be found tending her garden, on the tennis court with her friends, or solving the New York Times daily crossword puzzle. Barbara was an avid reader and kept a running record of all the books she read, right up until her death. She was also intrigued by her genealogy and was constantly researching her family tree, often traveling to ancestral sites. Barbara also traveled extensively to enjoy different scenery, climates, and cultures with the company of her family members and/or friends, including a trip around the world. As the daughter of a renowned bridge player, Barbara pursued competitive bridge where she attained the level of Silver Life Master. Never at a loss for words, she was outspoken, especially when it came to politics. Through all of her interests, Barbara developed lifelong friendships. She was best known by her friends and family to be smart, thoughtful and generous. She was also beloved by her many pets over the years, and had a passion for wildlife and animal rights. Barbara is survived by her two daughters and a son, Elizabeth Baird, Annie Masillo, and Stuart Thompson; two sons-in-law and daughter-in-law, Jay Baird, Chris Masillo, and Tiffany Thompson; brother, James Churchill; and four g randchildren, Isabel and Clif f Baird, and Abigail and Chloe Masillo. She was predeceased by her husband, George Thompson. At the wish of the deceased, no public memorial service will be held. In lieu of flowers, a donation of the donor's choosing in Barbara's name is suggested. The Greenwich Sentinel does not charge for obituaries. Please send us a photo as well.

Faith

On Faith Column

The Spirituality of Walking

By Rev. Marek P. Zabriskie

Robert Frost concluded a famous poem with the words, Two roads diverged in a wood, and I – I took the one less traveled by, And that made all the difference. I recently took Frost’s advice. Seven years ago, I began by hiking 500 miles across Spain on the Camino de Santiago de Compostela (Frances) and followed it up with a 500-mile trek on the Camino del Norte, which hugs the northern coast of Spain along clifftops, beaches and coastal villages. Walking is a wonderful way to reflect, pray, clear one’s head, learn from nature, let go, disconnect from the cyber world and see life as a journey. Along the way, I have met

angels disguised as strangers, had countless epiphanies and have been blessed by the grace of God. The ancient Peripatetic School of Philosophy in Greece was developed in the 3rd century. It was inspired by Aristotle and believed that we did our best philosophizing while walking. They believed that we reach our potential for reflecting and thinking while walking at a steady pace. We see people every day in our neighborhoods, parks and woods walking alone or with a friend or family member, absorbing the spiritual benefits of walking, which centers the mind and blesses the body. In her wonderful book, Walk in a Relaxed Manner, spiritual writer Joyce Rupp describes how at the age of 60 she took a 47-day walking pilgrimage on the Camino. A priest friend who had previously walked it offered one piece of advice. “Walk in a relaxed manner,” he said, noting that when a person walks to the rhythm of his or her own body, grace and wisdom are revealed. Last year, over 320,000 people walked a portion of the Camino. There are caminos that start in almost every European country, which eventually lead to Santiago de Compostela – a city in the northwest

corner of Spain where the relics of St. James the Apostle of Jesus (or Santiago, in Spanish) are reportedly buried. There are 26 such caminos in Spain alone. Most people walk the Camino Frances. The first day starts in St. Jean Pied-de-Port in France and takes you over the Pyrenees into Spain on one of the world’s most break-taking 26-kilometer walks, where pilgrims arrive at the medieval monastery of Roncesvalles. Along the way, trekkers can spend the night in albuergues, hostels, private homes, country inns or hotels. Further along the camino, pilgrims pass through Pamplona, Leon, Burgos, Ponferrada and Astorga before reaching Santiago. You can ride by bicycle in two weeks or less or take 28 days to three-months to walk at whatever pace works best for your body and schedule. Today, some parts of the heavilytraveled Camino Frances are 98-percent saturated at peak walking times. It has become the road well traveled, but still it’s a moveable feast of fun and international encounters. This past August, I chose to take the road less traveled. I walked a new camino called the Camino de Dos Faros, or the

Lighthouse Way. It is an eight-day journey full of twists and turns, mountain ascents and descents, walking along clifftops and across secluded beaches for 123 miles. I did an extra 13 miles for a half-day warm-up walk. The trail runs from towns of Malpica to Finesterre in Spain, along the Costa da Morta, or Coast of Death, named after the hundreds of shipwrecks that occurred along the rugged coast. In eight days, I came across five fellow hikers on my journey. Granted I started my daily hike late after other walkers may have begun their nine or ten hour walk. On most days, there were no stores, restaurants or villages along the way in which to stop, eat or get fresh water. It was start and finish with perhaps a swim or two along the way on a secluded beach in the freezing but stunning Atlantic Ocean. Unlike the Camino Frances there were no options to stop along the way or shorten your day’s walk and end early. It was rigorous, but doable. I love meeting people, having significant conversations in Spanish, French or my struggling Italian, listening, learning and making new friends. Hikers on the Camino Frances are an interesting selective group. They figure that they will never see each other again, so they

are incredibly honest about their lives. They wear no masks, pretense or fake personas. Everyone is equal, walking side by side, sharing stories, laughing and talking about life. I used Wikilocs, a digital app for trekking that uses GPS to match your location to the path. Often the path diverges, and this app sounds an electronic alert if you wander more than 30 feet off the trail. It’s a godsend that I wished I had had on earlier long-distance walks. It also allowed me to track that over the course of eight and a half days of hiking I walked 163 miles of which 135.7 were on the trail, making 16,890 feet of ascents and 16,863 of descents or climbing and descending 1,474 f loors along tight, jagged, mountainous trails with scrub brush slashing my shins. I ascended and descended over half the height of Mt. Everest in eight days! The solitude taught me many lessons. At 59, my runway gets shorter with each year. I have lots of energy and working years left, but the solitude and silence reminded me that what matters most is not what I do, but who I am. What matters most is to serve God and to be loved by my family, friends and others and to love them in return. All else is simply windfall. There are various agencies that

can help you organize a walk on the Camino de Dos Faros – a Spanish agency called Travel Finesterre, which I used, and an English outfit called On Foot. Both transport your backpack or luggage each day so that you can hike with a simple daypack. Hiking reminds us how little we need in life to sustain ourselves and find joy. Travel lightly through life unencumbered by too many possessions is a good thing. Stopping to take in the vistas, to pause, breath, look, listen, wonder and thank God for creating such extraordinary beauty is as spiritually renewing an exercise as I know, and it cleanses the soul. We have no story in the Bible of Jesus ever running or hurrying to get somewhere. Wherever Jesus went, he went on foot. Jesus taught as he walked and opened the eyes of his disciples to the wonders of a life as they walked side by side. Ni ne ye a rs ago, fou r men reportedly entered a bar in Galicia – the northwestern providence of Spain – and dreamed of connecting a series of hiking paths along the coast. They named it the Camino de Dos Faros. They created a road less traveled, for walking it makes all the difference. The Rev. Marek P. Zabriskie is the Rector of Christ Church Greenwich

Worship & Events Calendar ASSEMBLIES OF GOD Harvest Time Church 1338 King St., 203-531-7778 www.htchurch.com

Service: Sun 9 & 11am; Wed 7pm - Family Life Night. Spanish: Thur & Sat 7:30pm; Sun 4pm. Sunday School, 10:30-11:15am. Service - Stamford campus, Sun 10am, Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St. Every Wed, from Jan. 10-March 28: The Alpha Course, 7-8:30pm. Connie's Circle - Every Sat, 10am-1pm. Sunday Discovery Track: Sept. 15, 9:30-11am. BAPTIST First Baptist Church 10 Northfield St.; 203-869-7988 www.firstbaptistgreenwich.com

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Worship, 11:30 gathering, Great Lawn in front of the Tomes-Higgins House. Layng Martine Book Talk and Reception: Sept. 18, 6:30-8:30pm. Faith on Fire: Sept. 20, 7-8:30am. Dogwood Bookstore Launch Party: Sept. 21, 6-8:30pm.

METHODIST

Mass: Vigil Sat: 4pm; Sun: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30am; Mon Diamond Hill United Methodist to Thurs 9am. Holy Day schedule: Vigil: 5:30pm Holy 521 E. Putnam Ave.; 203-869-2395 Day: 9am and 12:15pm. First Friday Mass & Benediction www.diamondhillumc.com 9am. St. Paul Volunteers in Action, Fri mornings, office@ Worship & Sunday School: 10am. Girl Scouts Troop stpaulgreenwich.org or 203-531-8741. Sacrament of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church 50348: Sept. 13, 5:30- 7pm, Wesley Hall. Reconciliation Sat 3-3:45pm or by appointment. Centering 954 Lake Ave.; 203-661-5526 First United Methodist Church Prayer: Sept. 18, 7-8pm. St. Paul Bereavement Group: www.stbarnabasgreenwich.org 59 E. Putnam Ave.; 203-629-9584 Sept. 19, 5:30-7pm. Sun: Holy Eucharist Rite I 8am, Holy Eucharist Rite II, 10am; www.fumcgreenwich.com St. Roch Church Worship, Church School & Nursery 10am. Serve dinner at Sun 10:30am with childcare. 10 St. Roch Ave.; 203-869-4176 Pacific House, fourth Tue of the month, 5:30pm. www.strochchurch.com Bethel African Methodist Episcopal St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 42 Lake Ave.; 203-661-3099 Mass: Mon, Tue, Frid: 7:30pm; Sat 4pm, Vigil Mass 4pm; 200 Riverside Ave.; 203-637-2447

Sun: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30am - Social Hour (immediately after www.stpaulsriverside.org Service: Sun 11am Bible Study: Wed. 6pm. 9:30 Mass). Confession: Sat 3-3:45pm. Prayer Group Service: Sun: Holy Eucharist, 8am; Christian Education NONDENOMINATIONAL (Spanish) Fri 8pm. Formation (Sunday School), 10; Holy Eucharist, 10:15; Sun: Service 11am, School 10am. Wed: Bible Study Dingletown Community Church CHRISTIAN SCIENCE Coffee Hour, 11:30. 7:30pm. 376 Stanwich Rd.; 203-629-5923 First Church of Christ, Scientist St. Saviour’s Episcopal Church www.dingletownchurch.org Greenwich Baptist Church 11 Park Place; 203-869-2503 350 Sound Beach Ave; 203-637-2262 10 Indian Rock Ln; 203-869-2807 Service & Sunday School: Sundays 10:30am followed by www.christiansciencect.org/greenwich www.saintsaviours.org www.greenwichbaptist.org coffee hour. Holy Communion: first Sun of each month. Service and Sunday School 10:30am Wed. Service Sun: Rite I Eucharistic Service, 8am. Rite II Eucharistic Sunday School 11am. Sun: Prayer in chapel 9:15-9:30am; Bible Study, 9:30am; 7:30pm. Childcare. Service, 10am. School and childcare offered during 10am Worship 11am. Wed: Prayer & Bible Study 7-8:15pm. Every Revive Church service. first Sat. of the month: Men’s Bible Study and Breakfast, COMMUNITY 90 Harding Rd., Old Greenwich (Old Greenwich Civic 8-9:30am. JEWISH Center) First Church of Round Hill www.myrevive.org CATHOLIC 464 Round Hill Rd.; 203-629-3876 Chabad Lubavitch of Greenwich Sacred Heart Church 95 Henry St.; 203-531-8730

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

Service: Sundays 10am Holy Communion: first Sun every Shabbat Prayer, Study and Kiddush, Chassidic Philosophy Mass: Mon-Fri 7am, Sat 4 & 5:30pm, Sun: 7:30, 9:30, month. 8:45am, Sat 9:30am; Torah reading and discussions 11:30am Confessions: Sat 3:30 & 5pm. Round Hill Community Church 10:30am; Youth Services 11am. Women’s Torah Study 395 Round Hill Rd.; 203-869-1091 St. Agnes Church Greenwich Group, Wed 9:30am. Mommy & Me: Musical Shabbat Tue www.roundhillcommunitychurch.org 247 Stanwich Rd.; 203-869-5396 & Fri, 9:15-10:15am, during summer: 12:30pm. Through www.stagnesrc.org Service & Church School: Sun 10am (childcare available) Dec. 22: Mommy & Me Fall Session begins (0-24 months), Mass: Mon 9am, Sat 4pm (Winter only), Sun: 8:30 & 10am. followed by Coffee Hour; Summer Meditation Schedule: 9:20am, register. Thurs, 6:30pm. Back to School Youth Group Kick Off Congregation Shir Ami St. Catherine of Siena Church party: Sept. 15, 4pm. RHCC Movie Night: "The Biggest One W. Putnam Ave; 203-274-5376 4 Riverside Ave.; 203-637-3661 Little Farm": Sept. 20, 7pm. www.congregationshirami.org www.stcath.org CONGREGATIONAL Shir Ami Religious grades K-6, Tues, 4-6pm, B’nai Mitzvah Mass: Mon-Fri: 7am and 5:15pm, Sat 7am, Sun 7:30, 9, The First Congregational Church Classes; Shabbat Services two Fridays a month. 10:30am and 5pm; Vigil: Sat 5pm; Holy Day 7am, 12:10 108 Sound Beach Ave; 203-637-1791 and 5:15pm (Vigil). Confessions Sat 3pm. Meditation Greenwich Reform Synagogue www.fccog.org Group Thu 7pm. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, First 92 Orchard St.; 203-629-0018 Fri of month. Through Sept. 15: Registration for Faith Regular Worship and Church School: Sun 10am in www.grs.org Formation Classes for Grades 1-8 and Confirmation. Meetinghouse. Caregivers Support Group, 1st Sun Bereavement Group: every Thursday through Nov. 11:15am-12pm. Hats Off Book Discussion Group, Thu 10- Shabbat services, Fri 7pm. Adult Jewish Learning, Sun 14, 1:30-3:30 & 7-8:30pm, free, registration required, 11:30am. Front Lawn Homecoming 2019: Sept. 15, 10am. Religious school, Sun 9-11:30am. Introduction to Judaism, Tue 7pm. Through Dec. 21: ‘Baby & Me’ program, 203-637-3661 ext. 375 to leave a message or contact 11am-1:30pm. 11am-12pm. parishpartners@stcath.org. Sep 21: Lourdes Virtual North Greenwich Congregational Pilgrimage Experience, 1pm, St. Mary Catholic Church, Temple Sholom 606 Riversville Rd.; 203-869-7763 www. 566 Elm St., Stamford, 203-918-9089. Parish Welcome 300 E. Putnam Ave.; 203-869-7191 northgreenwichchurch.org Weekend: Sept. 20-22: Welcome Back Potluck Dinner: www.templesholom.com Sept. 20, 6-8:30pm, RSVP by Sept. 18; Ministry Fair: Service: Sun 10:30am. Communion first Sunday of month. Service: Fri 6:30pm; Sat 10am; Sun 8:30am. Candle Sept. 21 & 22, after all Masses. Second Congregational Church Lighting: Fri night. Shabbat Study: Sat 9am. Minyan: Sun 139 E Putnam Ave.; St. Mary Church 8:30am. Lunch ‘n Learn: Tue 12pm. Itsy Bitsy Playgroup: 203-869-9311 178 Greenwich Ave.; 203-869-9393 Wed 10:30am. Pajama Shabbat & Dinner: Sept. 13, www.2cc.org www.stmarygreenwich.org 5:30pm. TSLC Welcome Back Parent Brunch & Mingle:

Service: Sunday 10am. Childcare and children’s ministry available. Stanwich Church 202 Taconic Rd.; 203-661-4420 www.stanwichchurch.org

Sunday Services: Greenwich location (202 Taconic Rd.), 9 & 10:45am (June 9-Sept 2, 10am only); Stamford location (579 Pacific St.), 6pm. Alpha: Sept. 13, 7pm, at the Shulers, sign up. Alpha: Sept. 17, 9:30am, at the Mosleys, sign up. Emanuel Movie Showing and Panel Discussion, with two South Carolina guest speakers: Sept. 18, 7pm, free. The Albertson Memorial Church 293 Sound Beach Ave; 203-637-4615 www.albertsonchurch.org

Worship Sun: 11-12:30pm.

Trinity Church 1 River Rd.; 203-618-0808 www.trinitychurch.life

Worship: Sun 10am, Greenwich Hyatt Regency, 1800 E. Putnam Ave. PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church 1 W. Putnam Ave.; 203-869-8686 www.fpcg.org

Worship Sun: 10am with childcare, Chapel, 5pm (new); Children’s Mini-Chapel 10:15am. Food for the Table 2nd Thurs 3-5pm; Shelter for the Homeless 2nd Thurs 5:307pm. FPCG Town Hall with Rev. Sean Miller and Rev. Mass: Mon-Fri 7am & 12:05pm; Sat 8am; Sun 7, 9, Family-friendly Evensong Service, every Sat 5pm. Summer Sept. 15, 9:15am. Sisterhood Presents "New Year! New Andre Castillo: Sept. 15, 11am-12pm. The French 10:30am, 12:15 and 5:15pm Sat Vigils: 4 and 7:30pm Sunday Services, 8:15 & 9:30am, Chapel. 2CC Mom’s You!": Sept. 17, 7pm. Braiding Community: The Mega Group: Sept. 17, 5pm. Greenwich Challah Bake: Sept. 19, 7pm. (Spanish). Confession: Sat 2:45-3:45. Adoration of the Night: Sept. 19, 7pm. Grace Church of Greenwich Blessed Sacrament Mon 11am-12pm. Walking With LUTHERAN EPISCOPAL 8 Sound Shore Dr, Suite 280; 203-861-7555 Purpose, Tue 9:30am. Choir Rehearsals, Thu: Children First Lutheran Church Anglican Church of the Advent www.gracechurchgreenwich.com 5:30-6pm, Youth 6-7, Adults 7:30-9:15. St. Mary’s Young 38 Field Point Rd.; 203-869-0032 606 Riversville Rd.; 203-861-2432 Adult Group begins (ages 21-35), Sept. 23, 7pm. Worship Sun: 8:45 & 10:45am at 89 Maple Ave.; childcare www.flcgreenwich.org www.churchoftheadvent.org provided. St. Michael the Archangel Service: Sun 9am Holy Eucharist. Sunday School during Service: Sun 10:30am followed by coffee and fellowship. 469 North St.; 203-869-5421 Living Hope Community Church Wed: education ages 3.5 & up 2:30-5:15pm at St. Paul academic year. www.stmichaelgreenwich.com 38 West End Ave; 203-637-3669 Lutheran. Christ Church Greenwich www.LivingHopeCT.org Mass: Mon-Fri: 7:45am, 9am; Sat 9am, Vigil Mass 5pm; St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran 254 E. Putnam Ave.; Sun: 7, 9, 10:30am, 12, 5pm. Bible Study: Thu 7pm. Worship Sun: 10am. Bible study: Mon 7:15-9pm. Women’s 286 Delavan Ave.; 203-531-8466 203-869-6600 Adoration: Sept. 18, 9:30am-8pm. Bible Study Tue 9:30-11:30am. Mothers of Preschoolers www.christchurchgreenwich.org Service: Sun 9am, Bible Study 10:30. 1st/3rd Wed of month 9:15-11:45am. Bibles & Bagels St. Timothy Chapel Sunday Worship - May 18-Sept 15: Holy Eucharist, Rite 2, Sat 7:30-8:30am. World Vision Storehouse: Sept. 14, 1034 North St.; 203-869-5421 8am; Holy Eucharist, Rite 2, 10am; Compline & Commuion, 9:10am-3pm (Carpool departs at 9:15am, lunch is 5pm. Sunday Educational Offerings: Exploration Series, Mass: Sat 4pm; Sun: 9:30 & 11am. included, sign up). Youth Formation & Church School, 10:10am. Tue: Holy St. Paul Church Eucharist, 10am. "Yellow Submarine" Movie and 84 Sherwood Ave. | 203-531-8741 Picnic, 7:30-9pm. Great Fall Festival: Sept. 15, 10am

SPORTS

GA Field Hockey Already in Postseason Form By Paul R. Silverfarb The more things change, the more they stay the same. Just ask head coach Jamie Brower and the rest of the field hockey team. Losing only two players from last year’s highly talented roster, the Gators are once again seeking to be the last team standing in both the Fairchester Athletic Association and the New England Prep School Athletic Conference. “It’s basically the same group of kids that are back,” Brower said. “It’s a great thing for us, but it makes things different. You know your players and now it’s all about figuring out what the best combination looks like, compared to doing a ton of teaching with technique, culture and stuff like that. They all have been through it and know what to expect. We have some good, talented field hockey players that we are trying to find out where to play them all and get them on the same page.” As the head coach puts it, the Gators are in quite the unique sit uat ion t h i s s e a s on . W hen the season concluded last year, Greenwich Academy lost only one senior, Lilly Berger, to graduation. The lone other athlete to not return from last year’s team is goalie Hamilton Doster, who is focusing full time on ice hockey at GA. Because the entire team is back from last year’s outstanding season, the pressure is on the Gators this season. “ T h i s ye a r h a s b e en mor e challeng ing because of the e x p e c t at i o n s ,” B r owe r s a i d . “The opposing teams have high expectations for us. Our kids have some high expectations. And the coaches have high expectations and that’s put a different flavor on the preseason. There’s so much that’s known, but there’s also some that’s unknown. We are wondering who is going to step up and if a certain player is going to do something different. It’s fun though being able to have a roster with so much talent at so many different levels and try

and play with it and see the big picture.” This year the Gators will be led by two familiar faces, as both Maya Walker and Grace Schulze will be returning captains. With Brower is thrilled with her team’s captains, she added that the entire senior class is a group of strong individuals, both on and off the field and is looking for them all to take a leadership role. “Maya and Grace are two great captains and we couldn’t be happier to have them lead the team,” Brower said. “But we also have a strong supporting cast of four other seniors that have been on the team and have stepped up their game in the past two or three years. They are all true leaders on the field. The captains have a good group with them in their fellow seniors to support the team.” Junior Kathryn Gregory, who started for Greenwich Academy during the team’s game against Deerfield Academy last year, will be back for the Gators and will get the full-time starting spot this season. While Brower loves what Gregory has done between the pipes, she also adores how great of a person she is. “If you ask anybody about her, they will all say that she’s a great human being,” Brower said. “She’s just genuine, kind and a great teammate. She’s eager and wants to do well. She wants to get better and to learn about the position. I think her biggest hurdle will be getting over the nerves of playing in those big games.” In front of Gregory and helping the ball stay clear of the net will be a plethora of talented defenders. Leading the way will be junior Ada Shaffer, who paced the defensive unit last year. In addition, juniors Alessia Packard, Olivia Jonokuchi, and sophomore Elizabeth Dale will pitch in. Junior Sophie Freedman will be another defender, but she could also see some valuable minutes at the midfield or attack. “We have some depth back there that we haven’t had in the past,”

Greenwich Academy senior co-captain Grace Schulze chases after the ball during a game for the Gators last season. This year GA has some lofty goals and has the talent and experience to reach them. Brower said. “Speed is one of our biggest strengths, so we are really trying to get to the point where we play a very f luid game and counterattack at speed.” In the midf ield, Greenw ich Academy will have senior returner Evelyn Barringer and she can play either the left or right side of the midfield. Another midfield returner will be Katherine Glassmeyer, a senior. Jordan Pittianano, a sophomore, will also occupy the midf ield position. Junior Julia Freedman will play in the midfield, but don’t be surprised to see her as a forward for a game or two. Another player that will see time in both the midfield and forward positions will be Schulze. The attack will be GA’s biggest strength on the field, as all three are quite familiar faces. Schulze will be back and ready to add some goals at the attack. She will be joined by senior Elektra Rodger

and junior Lila Murray, both key returners for Greenwich Academy. Coming off the bench to tally some key minutes will be sophomore Cameron Brower, senior Antonia Pa c k a r d a n d ju n i o r G e o r g i a Gallagher. “We are moving a lot of people around and that’s great,” said the GA head coach. “We don’t have that one big hitter. We have some really valid hitting options. The team did such a great job last year. We need to get ourselves to a place where we can be fluid and have multiple options. We need to figure out how to spread out the wealth and not be predictable, so that way people don’t know where the scoring is going to come from.” With nearly the entire roster back from last year’s team, Brower knows the pressure will be on her team to perform at a high level. “We’re in a position where a lot of times there is a target on our

backs and people do bring their best games. You can’t look at the schedule and see what our record has been against a certain team over the last 10 years. You do that and you’ll find yourself down by a goal or two. What we are trying to do is remove a little of that pressure by focusing on the smaller pieces of the game. If we do that well enough, then you hope that the outcome will take care of itself.” In addition to getting the team to fire on all cylinders from the start of the season, Brower has to hard task of making sure as many players as possible get some quality time on the field. “We have so many kids that can play field hockey at a high level,” Brower said. “A lot of kids have put in a ton of time improving their game and they want to play. They aren’t just happy to be here. Then you have kids that are already on the field that want to play more. It’s such a great problem to have. You want to keep people happy, but not at the expense of what you think is best for the team. It’s a motto that I am trying to hammer home to them. I understand what everybody wants, but my decisions are going to be based on what’s best for the team. And that might mean kids don’t get what they want. They are smart and hard-working and know how to take that frustration and turn it into something positive and useful.” And obviously, with all that talent and ex perience on the roster this season, the Greenwich Academy f ield hockey team is expected to be one of the top teams in both the FAA and the NEPSAC. “On paper we have one of the best teams around,” Brower said. “I am trying to remind them that we all work hard because we want to win championships and beat everybody. We’re all on the same page there. Now we have to decide each day how we are going to get ourselves a step closer to doing that. If we focus on the process more than the outcome, we will play better.”

Despite New Faces, Cards Still Aiming High Things feel a little different a r ou nd t h e G r e e nw ich H i g h School f ield hockey team this season. Along with a new head coach, there are new faces are all over the practice field. In addition to A lly n Orrico stepping down as the team’s head coach, the Cardinals graduated 16 athletes last year. Despite all the changes, the goals of making a deep postseason run will certainly remain the same. L ong t i me assist a nt Me ga n Wax has replaced Orrico, who was the varsity head coach of the Lady Cardinals for the past 12 seasons. Wax joined Orrico’s staff in 2012 and was a part of t he prog ra m t hat sha red t he FCIAC championship in 2012 and captured four FCIAC Western Division crowns. “I think we were all sad to see Coach Orrico leave,” said senior co-captain Ashley Zolin. “She gave so much dedication to the program. But it’s really nice having Coach Wax here. She’s a familiar face and has the same ideals. We know how the program runs and she has done a really great job so far.” Outside of the f ield hockey w o r l d , Wa x i s c e r t a i n l y n o stranger to the Greenw ich c o m m u n i t y. I n a d d i t i o n t o teaching mathematics at Eastern Middle School, Wax is an assistant coach on both the GHS girls’ basketball and girls’ lacrosse teams. “Coach Wax brings so much a nd is a fa m i l ia r face to t he pr og ra m ,” s en ior co - c apt a i n Katie Piotrzkowski said. “She has always been someone that the girls feel comfortable going to. She’s a mentor, not just as a coach, but as an older woman to look up to. When it comes to field hockey, she makes us work really hard and is hard on us, but we know it’s because she cares so much for us and wants us to be the best that we can be.” Wa x s a id t h at it ’s h a r d to descr ibe her emotions a bout taking the field for the first time as the team’s head coach. “ I ’ve c o a c h e d m o s t o f t h e girls on this team, as they have come through with me on junior

PAUL SILVERFARB

By Paul R. Silverfarb

Greenwich High School senior co-captains Katie Piotrzkowski and Ashley Zolin pose for a photo prior to the start of Monday afternoon’s practice at the GHS turf. v a r s it y,” Wa x n ote d . “ I a l s o have helped co-coach. We had a fabulous coaching environment a n d i n te r m a g r e at p l ay i n g environment for the program. So I am ecstatic to take over. I love these girls and the outpouring of love and support from them and their families is amazing. The support is unbelievable. I am excited and ready to go.” Wax believes that being in the program since 2012 and knowing how things operate in Greenwich will be an advantage for her. “A s a coach ing staf f in the past we were very collaborative and in the past seven or eight years, we have been building things that I believe in also,” Wax said. “It’s very in line with my coaching philosophy and what I want. I also have the advantage of knowing what buttons I can press for a few of them and I know what motivates them. I know the look in their faces when they have one of those days. So all that stuff that maybe doesn’t seem like a lot on paper, it really adds up and helps me a lot.” One of the main things Wax w a nt s to t e a c h h e r at h l e t e s actua lly has little to do w ith the technical skills of the sport.

For the head coach, who can be seen throughout Greenwich supporting her athletes, it’s all about connecting and supporting each other. Whether it’s an athlete that is also in a school play, or a f ield hockey player that is also competing in a different winter and spring sport, Wax always tries to be there to cheer on her players. “I am trying to teach them to be strong, independent women through the sport of field hockey,” Wax said. “Teaching them all the most important traits about life is kind of what it’s about. It’s about hard work, discipline, setting goals, and successes and failures that happen. How do you deal with them? How do you bounce back? How do you work w ith different types of people? A lot of what we do, and continue to do, focuses on that. We spend a lot of time teaching the sport, but also connecting with life’s bigger scenarios. And when it comes to strong athletes, both on and off the field, Wax couldn’t be happier with senior co-captains Zolin and Piotrzkowski. “It’s a great honor and I am very happy to be able to do it,”

Piotrzkowsk i said. “It ’s been wonderful leading a great group of girls and also working with Ashley and the coaches. There are a great group of people to support us leading the team and the girls on the team makes it a lot easier to do.” “The goals here are to work as a unit and be like one team,” Zolin said. “It’s important to gel as a team. We also need to work really hard and give 100 percent effort every day. We have been looking good so far. The captains have held conditioning days and we have also done Mamaroneck League, which is like a pick-up game. We also had some really good European coaches come in to coach us. It’s been a lot of work and a lot of fun.” Wax said that her captain’s experience and dedication to the sport make them a perfect fit this year. “They know a lot about what we are doing and what we are a b out,” Wa x s a id. “ They a re fabulous players and are in the midfield for us. They both know a lot about the sport and can see a lot and read a lot. They will be really helpful in leading us in every direction. They are good athletes, connect with everybody and connect well w ith the coaching staff.” Between the pipes this year w i l l b e ju n ior Jor ja Pa stor e . Last year she took over midway through the season and finished out the year for Big Red as the starting goalie and was lights out in some key matchups. “She’s ready to go,” Wax said. “She’s tenacious, she’s loud, she sees a lot, she is vocal, and she’s everything you want as a goalie. She’s a competitor and doesn’t like to lose. She’s very aggressive and is in the present moment, where you need her to be. We are really excited for her.” O n d e fe n s e w i l l b e j u n i o r Charlotte Gans, who was a returning starter last year. In addition, sophomore Guadalupe Balaguer came up from junior va r sit y m idw ay t h r oug h t he season last year to play some key minutes. This year both will be crucial to the team’s success on defense.

The midf ield will be the most experienced unit on the f ield for GH S , a s b ot h Z ol i n and Piotrzkowski will put their experience and talent to good use. Sophomore Isabella Lattuada ca me up f rom J V du r ing last year’s postseason run making an immediate impact. In addition to the trio, sophomore Zita Cohen will see some valuable minutes at midfield. Senior Demi Janis, who was solid for Big Red last year on the attack, will once again pace the team’s attack this year. She will be joined by junior Augustina Ferrario. For Wa x, there are a lot of positions still up for grabs - music to the head coach’s ears. “As a coach, you don’t want the kids to become too comfortable and feel a little too confident in where they are. I think when kids hear that I am complimenting a kid for doing a great thing and they have to work on it, most kids get that competitive edge. It’s important, but I’m not too worried about that because they have a good balance of friendship and wanting to work hard so they could be one of the starters here.” Since so many graduated from the program last year, Wax said that a strength for Big Red this year is that plenty of positions are opened and there’s a clean slate. “We can be anybody we want to be,” Wax said. “We have a good mix of sophomores, juniors and seniors. We can develop strength over the next couple of seasons and work on our depth. That’s a huge strength for us. In addition the girls really want to do well this year and have been putting in the work to accomplish all their goals.” Despite Wax taking over as the head coach, and also having a lot of new faces on the field to start the season, the goals for GHS have not changed. “We have our sights set on both FCAIC and states,” Wax said. “I think we can get there. It’s going to take a lot of work, discipline and expediential growth. We’re going to really need to hit the ground running. But I think the main goal is to be better today than we were yesterday.”

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Varsity Schedule GHS FOOTBALL Tomorrow vs. Danbury High, 4 p.m. BOYS' SOCCER Today vs. Ridgefield High School, 5 p.m. Mon. vs. New Canaan High, 5 p.m. Wed. at Darien High School, 4 p.m. GIRLS' SOCCER Tomorrow at Ridgefield High School, 4 p.m. Tue. at New Canaan High School, 6:30 p.m. Thu. vs. Darien High School, 4:25 p.m.. FIELD HOCKEY Tue. vs. Fairfield Warde H.S., 4:30 p.m. GIRLS' VOLLEYBALL Tomorrow vs. Woodstock Academy, 1:30 p.m. Mon. vs. Ridgefield High School, 4:30 p.m. Wed. vs. New Canaan H.S., 4:30 p.m. BOYS' AND GIRLS' CROSS-COUNTRY Tomorrow at Wilton High School, 10 a.m. Tue. vs. Fairfield Warde, Trinity Catholic, Westhill (at Fairfield Warde), 4 p.m. GIRLS' SWIMMING & DIVING Wed. at Ridgefield High School, 4 p.m.

GREENWICH ACADEMY CREW Up next: Oct. 6 at Head of the Riverfront, 12 p.m. CROSS-COUNTRY Tomorrow at Choate Invitational, 3:30 p.m. Wed. vs. FAA Meet (at Sherwood Island), 4 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY Today vs. King School, 4:15 p.m. Tomorrow at Noble and Greenough, 3 p.m. Wed. at Choate Rosemary Hall, 3:30 p.m. SOCCER Tomorrow at Rye Country Day, 12 p.m. Wed. vs. Choate Rosemary Hall, 3:30 p.m. Thu. at School of the Holy Child, 4 p.m. VOLLEYBALL Tomorrow vs. Northfield Mount Hermon (at Choate Rosemary Hall), 4 p.m. Wed. vs. School of the Holy Child, 4 p.m.

BRUNSWICK CREW Up next: Oct. 6 vs. Head of the Riverfront (at Riverside Park), 8:30 a.m. CROSS-COUNTRY Tomorrow vs. Wilton Invitational (at Wilton High School), 10 a.m. FOOTBALL Tomorrow at Loomis Chaffee, 7 p.m. SOCCER Tomorrow at Taft School, 3:30 p.m. Wed. vs. Loomis Chaffee, 3 p.m. WATER POLO Tomorrow vs. Williston Northampton (at Deerfield Academy), 3:45 p.m. Tomorrow at Deerfield Academy, 5:45 p.m.

SACRED HEART CREW Up next: Oct. 6 at Head of the Riverfront, TBD CROSS-COUNTRY Tomorrow vs. Wilton Invitational (at Wilton H.S.), 10 a.m. Wed. vs. FAA Meet (at Sherwood Island), 4:30 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY Tomorrow at Kent School, 2 p.m. Wed. vs. Taft School, 4 p.m. SOCCER Tomorrow vs. Loomis Chaffee, 3 p.m. VOLLEYBALL Tomorrow vs. Loomis Chaffee, 3 p.m. Tue. vs. Hamden Hall, 4:15 p.m. Wed. vs. Choate Rosemary Hall, 4:15 p.m.

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Astrology Column

IT Chapter Two

For Week of Sept 15, 2019

VIRGO 2 4 Aug-2 3 S ept Show w i lling a nd t he planets will show you the way. You’ll make things much easier for yourself this week if you attack every problem with energy, enthusiasm and a refusal to be defeated. Mars in your birth sign makes you almost unbeatable.

PISCES 20 Feb-20 March You have set yourself a difficult target that you’re determined to reach in the shortest time possible. It can be done, but you will increase your chances tenfold if you invite others to join your quest. Just make sure they know who is in charge.

LIBRA 24 Sept-23 Oct Something you hear this week will force you to see things as they really are, instead of as you would like them to be. It will help you to be more decisive about a family matter that has been keeping you awake for far too many nights.

ARIES 2 1 M a r c h -2 0 A p r i l Yo u r p o w e r w i l l increase hugely this week, but so will your responsibilities. If you are happy with that, all will be well and good, but if you fear you won’t be able to meet your obligations, you might be wise to refuse what is on offer.

SCORPIO 24 Oct-22 Nov You will find yourself caught between a rock and a hard place this week, unable to decide which side to support in a conflict that is anything but friendly. There is, of course, an amicable alternative: you could actively seek a compromise.

TAURUS 21 April-21 May Treat yourself this week: do something that makes you feel good, no matter what it costs or who disapproves. A powerful Mars-Pluto aspect means there is very little you cannot do and nothing that scares you. Sounds like a recipe for fun.

SAGITTARIUS 23 Nov-21 Dec With forceful Mars linked to obsessive Pluto, you will insist on having your own way this week. Employers and other important people will smile on you, but not if they feel threatened. So don’t be too aggressive or assertive. CAPRICORN 22 Dec-20 Jan You will have an aura of authority about you this week, wherever you go and whatever you do. Pluto in your birth sign energised by Mars means you must be dominant but you won’t have to try too hard. Others will sense you mean business. AQUARIUS 21 Jan-19 Feb You have the power to change many things, but the most impor tant thing you can change is yourself. Even conservative Aquarians will be in a radical mindset this week, so if you have ever wanted to change your life for the better, this is the time.

GEMINI 22 May-21 June Something you always thought difficult will come easily to you this week. Don’t waste time wondering why this should be – make the most of it while you can. Family and financial issues can be dealt with speedily and decisively. Don’t think about it, do it. CANCER 22 June-23 July Go where you want and do what you want this week – no one will be able to stop you. Few will want to try, having seen the gleam in your eye warning those who get too close that you are in no mood to be messed around. LEO 24 July-23 Aug You like to put others first but there are times when it pays to be a bit self ish and your solar chart su g ge st s such a t i me is now. T hat is especially true where cash is involved – you have a right to make a profit when you’ve done most of the work.

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Parks & Rec Clinics T h e To w n o f G r e e n w i c h Department of Parks and Recreation announces that it will be offering Skateboarding Clinics on Tuesdays and Thursdays this fall. The Tuesday program will begin on Sept. 24 and run for four consecutive Tuesdays, weather permitting, from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. The Thursday classes will begin

on Sept. 26, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. The program is for children six to 12 years of age. All children must have their own skateboard and full pads to participate. The cost for the four sessions is $95. The classes will be taught by the Town of Greenwich trained Skate Park Staff. Each day the children will be broken up in to

small groups and taught tricks appropriate to their individual skill level. For mor e i n for mat ion, go to greenwichct.gov or call the Skate Park at 203-496-9876. You can register online by going to g reenw ichct.gov/webtrac and select activity registration.

Directed By: Andres Muschietti Genre: Horror Rated: R Staring: Jessica Chastain, James McAvoy, Bill Hader, Bill Skarsgard, Isaiah Mustafa In the small town of Derry ME, disappearances as well as bodies appearing, spook Mike Hanlon (Mustafa) enough to contact his old childhood friends to come home. As the companions join up, they quickly realize their deeply repressed worst fears are resurfacing in the form of Pennywise, the sadistic clown they thought they vanquished 27 years prior. Pennywise taunts each of them psychologically until they band together for a final show-down. The second chapter of the Steven King’s novel, IT Chapter Two is really very scary and delivers what modern horror film buffs go to the movies to see. Heavy on the shock scenes the film sometimes goes overboard, but then again, so do King’s

books. The story weaves between the current terrifying events and the troubled upbringing of the protagonists. The glimpse into the lives of the selfproclaimed ‘losers’ moves us to care and root for them as they selflessly fight the evil Pennywise. An all star cast of veterans and newcomers, IT Chapter Two brings the goods in computer generated as well as emotional horror. The film editors could have left a little more film on the cutting room floor but the 3 hours will be the ride of the summer for genre’s fans I give IT Chapter Two 4.5 popcorns out of 5.

Come Out to Clean Up the Town with Green & Clean

Come work together to clean up our environment! Please join Greenwich Green & Clean volunteers and Skip the Straw Greenwich at Town Firehouses in Byram, Cos Cob, Glenville, Sound Beach and Greenwich Point for a Townwide Cleanup day. Refreshments and supplies for trash collection will be waiting for you! Bring your collected trash back to the firehouse before noon to trade it in for daffodil

bulbs for Spring beauty and for COMMUNITY SERVICE CERTIFICATES. Each of us can contribute to the future of our environment by acting locally to make a difference globally. New for 2019 are reusable buckets replacing plastic bags. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own bucket, tool, and gloves. Trash collected along the shoreline will be tallied

and reported to Save the Sound for submission to the Ocean Conservancy which determines what is polluting the earth’s waters. Thanks in advance from Greenwich Green & Clean for your contribution toward improving the quality of our earth and for the crucial job of helping to reduce plastic pollution to strive for a sustainable future. Greenwich Green & Clean on Sept. 21, 8 am–noon.

Perfectly Polite Bridge

By Frank Crocker

When to Draw Trump? The suit named in the final bid of a Bridge auction becomes trump. The partnership that wins the auction usually has the majority of the named suit. However, the defenders also have trump and if you are not careful, they can use their trump to defeat your contract. If you play bridge you may have heard the phrase “Get the children off the street!” It is good advice. In other words, don’t give your opponents a chance to ruff (trump) your winners. Draw trump! One of the worst events you can have when playing a suit contract is to have a lowly deuce of trump played by your opponent take your sure trick. It is especially painful when the sure trick is an ace. After all, you have more of the trump suit than your opponents (or you should have!). So, if you get a chance, you must plan to eliminate trump from their hand as soon as possible. Good advice, but it isn’t always the correct thing to do. Advice usually needs further clarification. In brief, when shouldn’t you draw trump? As in most life situations, it all depends! So we are back to the first question, When do you draw trump? Draw trump as soon as it is feasible to do so. Well, when is that? Your plan for playing the hand is the answer. To begin your plan: How many tricks do you need to make the contract? Count Your Losers and Questions Before Play If you can make the contract, draw trump immediately to make your winners safe.

Do you need to ruff from Dummy to make your contract? Make sure to leave enough trump in Dummy to be able to do so. Delay drawing all trump. Generally, it is better to ruff from the hand with the fewer trump (short side first). Do you need trump as entries to Dummy or your hand? Map out the transportation between your hands. When known, draw trump with transportation in mind. Do you need more information before drawing

trump? Are you trying to trap a King or a Queen using split between your opponents and then plan carefully a finesse? Recall the bidding and make an educated Seven cards are split 4-3 guess based on the points in each opponents hand. If Six cards are split 4-2 it fails, you may need trump to regain the lead. It all Five cards are split 3-2 depends! Four cards are split 3-1 Are you trying to establish a long suit? The Three cards are split 2-1 statistical splits given below will help you decide Two cards 52% 1-1 and 48% 2-0 when to draw trump. You will feel more confident playing the cards 2. Determine the number of outstanding trump. once you get the trump issue out of your hair. Good Use this statistical split for how the trump may be luck! Actually, good planning!

Perfectly Polite Puzzle #2

Please email ppolitebridge@ optonline.net or text (203) 524-8032 for the answers.

ACROSS 2. The component of a bid that denotes the proposed trump suit or no trump. 5. Trick won by declarer over the number required in the contract. 11. A hand that has a void, a singleton, or more than one doubleton. 12. Bidding two clubs after one no trump opening starts this convention. 13. Name of the card filled out by a partnership showing bidding strategies. 14. A bridge hand that contains no card higher than a nine. 16. Type of bid that defines a hand’s strength with some degree of precision.

DOWN 1. A defensive signal referring to the strength you have in the suit led. 3. A bid which encourages partner to bid or pass. 4. Holding exactly two cards in a suit. 6. A contract that a player cannot fail to make. 7. A bridge opening with 6 or 7 cards in a suit with less than 11 points. 8. A spectator who comments on a bridge game. 9. Subtracting partner’s lead from this number is part of this rule. 10. Bridge hand where penalties are doubled & bonuses are increased. 15. The partnership’s holding eight or more cards in the two combined hands.

Wednesday, September 11, 2019, Perfectly Polite Bridge Results 9:45 AM Duplicate Bridge ROOM WINNERS: FIRST PLACE NORTH/SOUTH: Ruth Weinstein & Marvin Weinstein FIRST PLACE EAST/WEST: Margrit Fakundiny & Charles Biggs SECOND PLACE NORTH/SOUTH: Priscilla Lauridsen & Betty Steinberg SECOND PLACE EAST/WEST: Rex Brown & Don McCulloch

TABLE WINNERS: TABLE ONE: Dean Goss & Jace Jacobson TABLE TWO: Claudia Ridberg & Jean Weizhengshen TABLE THREE: Margrit Fakundiny & Charles Biggs TABLE FOUR: Rex Brown & Don McCulloch

12:45 PM Duplicate Bridge ROOM WINNERS FIRST PLACE NORTH/SOUTH: Betty Johnson & John Friel FIRST PLACE EAST/WEST: Rex Brown & Don McCulloch SECOND PLACE NORTH/SOUTH: Dean Goss & Partner SECOND PLACE EAST/WEST: Jennifer Dott & Janet Lockton

TABLE WINNERS: TABLE ONE: Dean Goss & Partner TABLE TWO: Myrna Block & Felice Robinov TABLE THREE: Rex Brown & Don McCulloch

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This Week's Spotlight: Sally N. Parris

Coldwell Banker Residential Service Lives: Riverside Works: Old Greenwich Expertise: Residential Real Estate throughout town Contact: Sally.Parris@CBMoves.com

By Tom Williamson Sally Parris brings an enthusiastic and positive approach to her real estate practice and why not? After 35 years in the business and more than 300 homes sold, she has seen just about every market condition. And while this may be a challenging

market for the selling, well priced inventory is selling. Many may know Sally from all she has done around town in the 47 years she has lived here. Indeed, there are few organizations this mother of one and grandmother of two teenagers has not been involved with; including the United Way, YMCA, Community Centers, Inc. YWCA and Greenwich’s 350th and 375th celebrations. Her passion for the Rotary Club of Greenwich is apparent to all who meet her and has served i n nu merous leadersh ip roles w it h i n t he organization. She served as Board President in 2014 and 2018. Sally has been recognized by her peers for her professionalism and has been named Greenwich Realtor of the Year (2008) and received the Greenwich Board of Realtors Hall of Fame Award (2016). She has also earned accolades from Coldwell Banker and been inducted into the President’s Circle, International Diamond Society and the International Sterling Society. Her volunteerism has also been recognized as Sally has received the Greenwich YWCA’s Brava Award and the United Way’s Thomas Shepard Campaign Award and been named Greenwich’s Volunteer of the Year in 2003. To spend any time with Sally you are infected by her love of community, especially Greenwich Point, Binney Park and Cos Cob Park. She says “these are beautiful places to appreciate all that Greenwich and nature can provide. We are so fortunate to have these havens.”

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2 Cos Cob Avenue #R Cos Cob $4,400 Sun 1-3 PM William Raveis 15 Heusted Drive Old Greenwich $6,500 Sun 1-3 PM Berkshire Hathaway 11 Wilmot Lane Riverside $7,000 Sun 1-3 PM Coldwell Banker 40 W Elm Street #4K Greenwich $7,500 Sun 1-3 PM Coldwell Banker 16 Tod Lane Greenwich $8,250 Sun 2-4 PM Coldwell Banker 4 Jones Park Drive Riverside $18,000 Sun 1-4 PM Houlihan Lawrence 9 River Road #405 Cos Cob $399,000 Sun 1-3 PM Keller Williams 69 Putnam Park #69 Greenwich $449,000 Sun 2-4 PM William Raveis 33 Talbot Lane #3 Greenwich $549,000 Sun 1-4 PM Berkshire Hathaway 8 Scott Road Greenwich $649,000 Sat 2-4 PM Coldwell Banker 54 Nicholas Avenue Greenwich $649,000 Sun 12-2 PM Houlihan Lawrence 351 Pemberwick Road #603 Greenwich $679,000 Sun 1-3 PM Berkshire Hathaway 4 Seitz Lane Cos Cob $695,000 Sun 1-3 PM William Raveis 7 Upland Street #E Greenwich $729,000 Sun 12-2 PM Berkshire Hathaway 2 Cos Cob Avenue #R Cos Cob $749,000 Sun 1-3 PM William Raveis 128 Halstead Avenue Greenwich $799,900 Sun 2-4 PM William Raveis 39 Indian Field Road Greenwich $899,000 Sun 1-3 PM Coldwell Banker 49 Indian Harbor Drive #3 Greenwich $989,900 Sat 12-2 PM Coldwell Banker 18 Norias Road Greenwich $1,200,000 Sun 1-3 PM Houlihan Lawrence 51 Forest Avenue #36 Old Greenwich $1,200,000 Sun 2-4 PM William Raveis 101 Lewis Street #D Greenwich $1,295,000 Sun 1-3 PM Coldwell Banker 1 Mansion Place Greenwich $1,395,000 Sun 12-2 PM William Raveis 4 Shelter Drive Cos Cob $1,420,000 Sun 2-4 PM William Raveis 40 Crescent Road Riverside $1,425,000 Sun 1-3 PM Berkshire Hathaway 71 N Angus Road Greenwich $1,475,000 Sun 12-2 PM Coldwell Banker 1 Lia Fail Way Cos Cob $1,495,000 Sun 2-4 PM Coldwell Banker 31 Guinea Road Greenwich $1,495,000 Sat 2-4 PM Houlihan Lawrence 556 Stanwich Road Greenwich $1,499,000 Sun 1-3 PM Berkshire Hathaway 72 Havemeyer Place #A Greenwich $1,500,000 Sun 1-3 PM Berkshire Hathaway 115 Dingletown Road Greenwich $1,550,000 Sun 1-4 PM Berkshire Hathaway 11 Wilmot Lane Riverside $1,550,000 Sun 1-3 PM Coldwell Banker 128 Old Church Road Greenwich $1,595,000 Sun 1-4 PM Berkshire Hathaway 5 Shady Brook Lane Old Greenwich $1,595,000 Sun 1-3 PM Coldwell Banker 76 Circle Drive Greenwich $1,595,000 Sun 1-3 PM Houlihan Lawrence 37 Meyer Place Riverside $1,595,000 Sun 1-3 PM William Raveis 257 Bruce Park Avenue #A Greenwich $1,595,000 Sun 1-3 PM William Raveis 257 Bruce Park Avenue #B Greenwich $1,595,000 Sun 1-3 PM William Raveis 60 Lockwood Lane Riverside $1,598,000 Sun 1-3 PM Berkshire Hathaway 9 Glenville Street Greenwich $1,629,500 Sat 1-3 PM William Raveis 9 Glenville Street Greenwich $1,629,500 Sat 1-3 PM William Raveis 9 Glenville Street Greenwich $1,629,500 Sat 1-3 PM William Raveis 41 Frontier Road Cos Cob $1,695,000 Sun 1-3 PM Houlihan Lawrence 255 Bruce Park Avenue #D Greenwich $1,795,000 Sun 1-3 PM William Raveis 16 Tod Lane Greenwich $1,849,000 Sun 2-4 PM Coldwell Banker 1361 King Street Greenwich $1,925,000 Sun 12-3 PM William Raveis 40 W Elm Street #4K Greenwich $1,950,000 Sun 1-3 PM Coldwell Banker 255 Bruce Park Avenue #C Greenwich $1,965,000 Sun 1-3 PM William Raveis 77 Indian Harbor Drive #A Greenwich $1,985,000 Sat 12-2 PM Coldwell Banker UDIO BENST 293 Riversville Road Greenwich R O B $1,995,000 Sun 1-3 PM Berkshire Hathaway 6 Hemlock Drive Greenwich $1,995,000 Sun 1-3 PM Berkshire Hathaway 99 Porchuck Road Greenwich $1,995,000 Sun 1-4 PM Coldwell Banker 1 Ford Lane Old Greenwich $2,087,500 Sun 12-4 PM Berkshire Hathaway Professiona Port 110 Hendrie Avenue Riverside l Photo $2,150,000 Sun 2-4 PM ra its Houlihan Lawrence 49 Lockwood Lane Riverside $2,290,000 Sat 1-3 PM Houlihan Lawrence Business modeling 44for Husted Lanefamily, Greenwich $2,395,000and Sun 2-4 PM Coldwell Banker 398 Field Point Road Greenwich $2,399,000 Sun 1-3 PM Coldwell Banker 82 Lockwood Road Riverside $2,495,000 Sun 2-4 PM Coldwell Banker O H N Greenwich F E R R$2,495,000 I S R O Sun B1-3B 70 Sound View DriveJ#2-South PM E NHoulihan Lawrence 15 Anderson Road Greenwich $2,500,000 Sun 2-4:30 PM Coldwell Banker 11 Eggleston Lane Old Greenwich $2,795,000 Sun 2-4 PM Houlihan Lawrence 19 Andrews Road Greenwich $2,950,000 Sun 2-4 PM William Pitt Sotheby's 1 Widgeon Way Greenwich $2,995,000 Sat 12-2 PM Coldwell Banker 1 Widgeon Way Greenwich $2,995,000 Sun 12-2 PM Coldwell Banker 70 Sound View Drive PHW Greenwich $3,495,000 Sun 1-3 PM Houlihan Lawrence 101 Dingletown Road Greenwich $3,495,000 Sun 2-4 PM William Raveis 64 Old Church Road Greenwich $3,575,000 Sun 1-3 PM Coldwell Banker 12 Long View Avenue Riverside $3,949,000 Sun 1-3 PM Houlihan Lawrence 8 Buckthorne Lane Greenwich $3,995,000 Sun 1-3 PM Houlihan Lawrence 4 Jones Park Drive Riverside $3,995,000 Sun 1-4 PM Houlihan Lawrence 62 Sherwood Avenue Greenwich $4,495,000 Sun 1-3 PM Houlihan Lawrence 200 Byram Shore Road Greenwich $7,600,000 Sun 1-4 PM Coldwell Banker

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Data Compiled by Cesar Rabellino (203) 249-9866 Address

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52 Nicholas Avenue 8 Webb Avenue 88 Round Hill Road 4 Old Church Road 4 66 Perkins Road 427 Taconic Road

$620,000 $1,600,000 $1,695,000 $1,995,000 $2,245,000 $2,700,000

$599,000 $1,525,000 $1,695,000 $1,860,000 $1,990,000 $2,700,000

$580,000 $1,500,000 $1,550,000 $1,767,500 $1,947,500 $2,800,000

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By Tom Williamson 101 Dingletown Road; Beds: 5; Baths: 8; Square footage: 7,450 Beautifully Rebuilt & Expanded stone and clapboard Georgian using the highest quality materials including stone facade, cedar siding and roof, Marvin windows, custom one inch thick cabinetry, exquisite four inch thick custom milled mahogany entry door and using the latest decorator marbles, granite, and tiles professionally crafted for today's buyer. The fl. plan features a dramatic two-

story entry foyer with open staircase. The living rm w/FP has French drs to a flagstone terrace and adjoins a library/den with FP, walls of windows and more French drs to the terrace. The dining rm has a coffered ceiling and nicely appointed butler's pantry adjoining the gourmet kitchen with island seating, and breakfast nook all opening seamlessly onto the family rm. Situated on 2 acres of lush lawns. Listing Agent: Charles Magyar, William Raveis; Office: 203.629.6172, Mobile: 203.550.1929 Charles. Magyar@raveis.com

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of beautifully scaled living space by current owners, it showcases sophisticated interiors by the esteemed interior designers Cullman and Kravis, of New York 23 Smith Road; Beds: 7; Baths: 9 with panoramic water views from most main floor Square footage: 8,150 rooms, many opening to magnificent wraparound Stone walls frame the gated entr y to this waterfront terrace with fireplace providing splendid extraordinary Belle Haven waterfront estate indoor/outdoor entertaining flow. The elegant formal encompassing 5+ exquisite acres on a private road living and dining rooms, handsome library, stunning with extensive 681 feet of shoreline on Greenwich Great Room with built-ins, coffered-ceiling and Harbor, lovely one-bedroom guest cottage, a deep 4-season radiant-heated solarium, also designed by water dock, two-story oak-paneled barn and John Murray all feature wood burning fireplaces. beautiful heated pool designed by noted architect Family room/casual dining area walled with windows John Murray complemented by a wisteria-draped adjoins grand gourmet custom kitchen centered by pergola. Breathtaking property designed by Martha two granite islands. Main floor powder room and full Baker, punctuated by a vibrant array of perennial bath. Seven bedrooms served by eight baths include a gardens, sculptured specimen shrubbery, gorgeous luxurious master suite with fireplace, his & her master flowering trees and sprawling beauty of expansive baths, and walk-in custom closet; a private suite ideal open lawns, presents a visual feast of horticultural for guests; and charming children's bunk room with splendor. Classic elegance untarnished by the passage built-ins. Rooftop Captain's Walk with amazing vistas of time defines the richly detailed 1939 residence across Long Island Sound. designed by noted 20th century architects, Henry O. Listing Agent: Sally Maloney, Houlihan Lawrence; Chapman, Jr. and Harold Beder, and the original home Of f ice: 203.869.0700, Mobile: 203.962 . 2100 Water 5.65 x 10.qxp_Layout 1to3/28/19 10:11 AM Page 1 of Oliver D.Restriction Mead. Renovated/expanded 8,100+SF smaloney@houlihanlawrence.com

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POLO: Postage Stamp Farm Captures Title in Commanding Style by Liz Leamy Last Sunday was certainly a n a f f a i r to r e m e m b e r, a s Po s t a g e S t a m p Fa r m , t h e powerhouse high-goal team from Wellington, Fla., triumphed over Montessoro of West Palm Beach, Fla. 1210 to claim the celebrated East Coast Open Perry Cup trophy in valiant style. Playing in front of a soldout crowd of more than 4,500 spectators at the Greenwich Polo Clu b, t he f a m e d U. S . summer high-goal destination, the fierce four-member Postage Stamp Farm (PSF) contingent f lew around the field on their stealth charges with the speed, command and confidence of a premiere world-class team. Leading the way for PSF was its vibrant patron, Annabelle Gundlach, as she delivered the goods in this dramatic 20-goal faceoff. Pitted against Monterosso, the esteemed Florida-based contingent that, over the past several years, has had a consistent presence among the historic British high-goal

community, PSF put the pedal to the metal to clinch top honors in this illustrious tournament, sa id to b e one of t he most decorated polo events of its kind to exist in the sport today. According to the members of PSF, their victory represents a sweet and golden moment, as they had worked rigorously all summer in hopes of achieving an optimal outcome in this tournament. Competing amongst a roster of five high-goal teams in all, PSF, who finished at the top of the leaderboard in the America’s Cup tournament last July, worked in effective tandem with one another throughout this entire match, something that seemed likely in witnessing how well they interacted with each other off the field. G u n d l a c h , t h e t e a m ’s dedicated patron who is known for her quick, fast and laserfocused playing style, could be seen smiling and hugging the players after the match, along with her friends and family. Following this celebration, which also featured a shower of colorful confetti, Gundlach’s

teammates were steadfast to give her the credit for their success in this tournament, as well as in other competitions held this past season. “ The i ncred i ble level of organization, great energy and all the good things that have happened with this team are because of Annabelle,” said Brandon Phillips, the eversolid and stealth Canadian fourgoaler known for his penalty shot consistency. “She always makes sure everyone is happy and that all of the horses are all well taken care of. She has tremendous faith in who and what we are and represent a s a te a m a nd t hat me a n s everything.” Tomas Garcia del Rio and Lerin Zubiaurre, PSF’s two other members and both of whom are world-renow ned A rgent i n ia n eig ht-goa lers, agreed with Phillips. The duo also gave even further insight on the team’s strategy in regard to this match. “It was a very tough game and [Monterosso] was excellent,” said Zubiaurre, a Teflon-tough player known for

his superior maneuvering and stick and ball skills. “Everyone [out there] was quick, but we just stuck to our plan. At the end of the day, it worked.” To m a s G a r c i a d e l R i o agreed. “It was a good game and I think we all played well out there,” said Garcia del Rio, who has been a standout Greenwich Po l o C lu b m a r q u i s p l aye r for several seasons running. “[Our team] worked hard this summer and we’ve had a great time.” Phillips said that although everyone on the team knew this match was going to be tough, they made sure to stay focused on the game plan, which seemed effective, especially in considering the collective power of the PSF player’s energy as a whole unit. “ We ’r e a l l r e a l l y g o o d friends,” said Phillips. “It’s just a great group.” In addition to Gundlach’s effectiveness as a high-goal captain, she also seemed to inspire those watching the match as well. “ It ’s s o e xc i t i n g t o s e e

women to really be able to participate in polo at this level,” said Ellie Briana Molyneux, who plays competitive polo in Patterson, N.Y. “Annabelle is such an example.” Mea nwh i le, Monterosso also made quite an impact at this match as they put up a visibly fierce fight against their opponent. This powerful squadron, led by Alessandro Bazzoni, the team’s stealth patron, and featuring such standout players as Ignacio (Cubi) Toccalino, t he ex plosive eig ht-goa ler, Naco Taverna, the esteemed A r g e n t i n e s i x- g o a l e r a n d

Santino Magrini, the electric Argentine four-goaler (who was named Most Valuable Player of this match), played as if they were on f ire, which helped designate this showdown as a thrilling one in all regards. According to Landon, the heart and soul of the sport are the horses. “The horses are the motor of the game,” said Landon. “Like the players, every horse has a story and that’s what makes it all so interesting.” The recipient of the match’s Best Playing Pony award was Los Machitos Ikana, a gorgeous chocolate-colored charge.

Stamford A TALK FOR ATHLETES AND THEIR PARENTS ON CONCUSSION AND SPORTS SAFETY

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Where: The YMCA of Greenwich 50 East Putman Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830 2nd Floor meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Samuel Taylor, MD Orthopedic Surgeon, Sports Medicine

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Dr. Russell Warren Orthopedic Surgeon, Sports Medicine

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Real Estate Column

And Four Reasons Not To

by Cheryl MacCluskey

Home loan interest rates appear to be hitting new lows almost daily. A s you wou l d e x p e c t t h e question being asked is; “Should I refinance?” It can be confusing for homeowners who want to refinance their mortgage at the lowest, lowest possible interest rate they can find. But remember, what’s low today could be lower tomorrow. In addition, the ref ina nce process can appear daunting. You may have to pay fees and experience the mortgage approval process, again! Therefore, careful consideration needs to be given to all these factors. In the end, you will need to be able to construct a clear improvement in your financial well-being that comports with your overall goals both financial and personal. S o, how do you de c ide to refinance? What is the right time to refinance? For starters, I would like to review some of the best big picture reasons to consider a refinance of your mortgage and some of the worst. Hopefully this can assist in deciding if beginning the process works for you. 1. Lower your interest rate. No doubt refinancing to obtain a lower rate and payment is the number one reason people ref inance. Homeowners with a higher interest rate on their current loan may benefit from a refinance if the math works in your favor. Refinancing means paying off your existing loan and replacing it with a new one (if you obtained your loan in the last year you may qualify for a short form refinance). Refinancing can cost between 3% and 6% of the loan's principal amount when one combines loan fees, cost of a new appraisal, title search, legal and application fees. Generally, if you can reduce your interest rate on your existing

mortgage by 1.5% or more it is worth exploring further. Reducing your interest rate can not only save you real dollars, it can also increase the rate at which you build equity in your home. 2. Refinancing to convert to an Adjustable-Rate or Fixed-Rate Mortgage Most homeowners find having an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (A R M ) n e r ve -w r a c k i n g a n d expensive if an ARM is adjusting upward. Perhaps matching the term of the loan to the length of time you expect to be in the home can be prudent and comforting. If you plan on staying in your home for a long period of time than a 30-year fixed rate mortgage may be the best for you. If seven years seems more likely then a 7/1 ARM (adjustable rate mortgage) may make sense, etc. It is possible to make a switch from a 30-year fixed mortgage to an ARM if you are looking for some payment relief. An alternative consideration may be refinance out of an ARM that has shortened it fixed period for rate recalculation into a new ARM to obtain a lower rate but also to extend the fixed rate period. Moving to shorter term loan such as a 15-year fixed is a huge benefit in reducing the amount of interest you pay over the life of the loan. In addition, the loan amortized at a faster rate increasing the equity in your house more quickly, a form of programmatic savings. 3. Cash out refinance If you have been in your home for many years chances are you have built up equity in your home. A cash out refinance is a simple way to free up some of that equity and put it to work perhaps on some home improvements, or diversifying investment holdings. You may simply want cash to consolidate other debt you may have that is a non-mortgage debt such as credit card debt. 4. Changing from a FHA to a Conventional It is possible when you first bought your first home, your financial situation was such you did not have an adequate down payment or coverage ratios which meant you used a loan product you weren’t too fond of because it was the only way the lender could qualify you. Years have passed and you are in a better financial situation and you have built up equity over time. Refinancing into a conventional mortgage could eliminate the cost of mortgage insurance (MI) and lower your rate at the same time. 5. Buy out Another reason to refinance is when your home is coowned either with a partner or a spouse. After a divorce, one spouse usually must refinance to get the

other spouse off of the loan in order to keep the house. To p f o u r r e a s o n s n o t t o refinance 1. Your Credit’s not that Great Credit scores are one of the major factors in determining what type of refinance rate you will qualify for. If your credit is less than stellar, it might be hard to find a lender who’ll be able to help you with a refinance. Of course the reverse is true, with high credit scores, the better deal you will be able to secure. 2. You’re not staying put When you plan on ref inancing your mortgage keep an eye on the breakeven point. The amount it will take you to recover the closing costs on the new loan. The average closing costs is between 2 and 5 percent. If you plan on moving before the break-even period, ref inancing doesn’t make much sense because you will not be reaping any benefits in the long run. 3. You can’t afford Closing Costs Refinancing can save you money over the term of the loan but if you can’t afford the closing costs, you can always add them into the loan. This could add several thousands of dollars to your mortgage taking a bite out of your equity. I would suggest putting this on the back burner until you can save cash to refinance without adding it to you mortgage. 4. You want to tap into your Equity There are certain situations where it may seem like tapping into your home equity is a smart money move. For example, you could use the cash to consolidate your debts at a lower rate, finance some major home improvement projects, start a business or help your kids cover the cost of a college education. When you’re thinking of refinancing you need to crunch all the numbers before you finalize a deal. If the math doesn’t quite add up to the savings you expected, it may be a sign that you’re should not refinance. It is helpful to begin to understand many of these factors and considerations in evaluating the pros and cons of refinancing. Given the direction in interest rates, refinancing can be one of the most powerful tools in the arsenal of financial planning to consistently review. There are many loan professionals who can guide you through the seeming endless choices and slang used in the mortgage world. Cheryl MacCluskey is a Senior Loan Officer at Fairfield County Bank with 25 years of mortgage experience. She can be reached at 203-5361 2 9 7 o r c h e r y l . m a c c l u s k e y@ fairfieldcountybank.com.

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