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Choosing the Road BCA Holds 25th Annual Luncheon & Fashion Show Virtually Less Traveled is Fine with Joe Kelly

By Paul Silverfarb I n r u n n i ng for t he Connecticut 150th House District seat, Joe Kelly might not have the political experience as some of the seasoned veterans have up in Hartford. That’s fine with him. Kelly might prefer to listen to ideas first before coming up with his own ideas to solve the problems facing the Constitution State in 15 minutes or less. And when asked what he’s running for when going door-to-door to chat with people in his district, he says a “nice guy” before

then saying he’s running for state rep. Kelly isn’t the typical politician. But then again, he rarely chooses the typical route. When trying to describe the teamapproach that he would bring to the State Capitol if elected, Kelly spoke fondly about the times he spent coaching the Greenwich High School rugby team, a team that won eight state championships and has appeared in the H ig h S cho ol Nat iona l Rugby Championships throughout his tenure as head coach. “ Eve r y k i d o n t h e tea m wasn’t a topquality athlete,” Kelly s a id. “ There a re k ids that have never played a sport before in their lives, but t hey pa r t ic ipate d

a nd c ont r i bute d . T he contribution they gave and the satisfaction that the better athletes had in seeing these kids that were once struggling do much better was amazing. Winning became a byproduct of bringing all that together. I want to apply that same strategy to Hartford.” Although Kelly is a r elat ive newcomer to politics in Connecticut, he’s no stranger to calling the Nutmeg State home and being heavily involved in the community. He’s the CEO of a uranium markets a commodities brokerage firm located in town. Kelly serves on the Greenw ich Board of Education and is the president of Forestland Development a real estate

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Coach Kelly addresses his team during a tough contest at Cardinal Stadium.

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By Richard Kaufman Earlier this week, the Breast Cancer Alliance held its 25th annual luncheon and fashion show. And although it was virtual because of the ongoing pandemic, it was just as impactful and heartfelt. The event serves as the biggest fundraiser of the year for the BCA, as it raised over $900,000 on Monday for 2021 grants. Over the course of the program, attendees had the chance to bid on silent and live auction items, such as an afternoon of shopping with Sarah Jessica Parker in New York City, and a private cooking demo with chef JeanGeorges. The BCA's mission, according to its website, is to improve the survival rate and quality of life for those impacted by breast cancer through better prevention, early detection, treatment and cure. The BCA promotes these goals by investing in innovative research, breast surgery fellowships, regional education, and dignified support and screening for the underserved.

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pancreatic cancer earlier this year. Upon retirement from working on archeological sites and for museums, she had a rewarding life as a volunteer in Greenwich. Day served as board c h a i r w o m a n o f t h r e e n o n -p r o f i t organizations and was a founder of the BCA. Day was an enthusiastic gardener, and judged for the Garden Club of America for more than 20 years. At her home in Greenwich, she developed a renowned topiary garden which she and her husband donated to the Berkshire Botanical Garden in Stockbridge, Mass. "Lucy just was lovely, beautiful, smart, a doer, and somebody that I really admired," said friend Ann Lockyer in the video tribute. "The BCA is absolutely fantastic," added Day's husband, Nat. "She was so proud of it because it has grown so much and done so much." Lockyer recalled the time she was diagnosed with breast cancer four years ago, and Day was there to offer support. "Sometimes you need just that one

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Since its founding in 1996, the BCA has awarded more than $29 million in grants to support its mission. The virtual event featured a special memorial tribute to one of the BCA co-founders, Lucy Day, who passed away earlier this year; a fashion show from Carolina Herrera, presented by Richards; the models of inspiration fashion show, showcasing breast cancer survivors; and a silent and live auction. This year's special guest speaker was actress Kate Walsh, who is best k nown for her role as Dr. Addison Montgomery on Grey's Anatomy. Yon ni Watten ma ker, Executive Director of the BCA, said the foundation is needed now more than ever before. "The reason that BCA still matters perhaps more now than ever is that so much has been delayed because of COVID, people are isolated, they're not getting their treatments. We need to continue to fight this fight, because those diagnoses haven't changed," she said. The BCA held a memorial tribute to Lucy Day, who passed away from

By Jill S. Woolworth, LMFT Ma r r iage cou nsel i ng of ten has a negative connotation: something is broken and needs fixing. Let’s call it marriage coaching instead. Coaching is something everyone welcomes, often for skills we are already good at, such as playing a sport or leading a team at work. Just as we wouldn’t give a car to a 16-year-old without driving instructions, we shouldn’t set out in marriage confident that our intelligence and our love for each other will conquer all differences. We are not the exception. Our wedding day is the first day of our most challenging relationship, one that we hope will last a lifetime. Most of us haven’t seen it well modeled. Weddings are an industry. We spend a lot of money getting married, but there is little support for staying married, and many worthy but time-consuming factors, such as work and children, to pull us apart. If we’re smart, we’ll get coaching. After all, divorce is an industry, too. Liz and Jordan, both with advanced degrees, were certain that they didn’t need marriage coaching. For the first ten years of their relationship, they focused on their careers and on their children, not on each other. Their “marriage tank” slowly emptied. When they finally met with a marriage coun- selor, they wished they had started coaching years before. Greenwich resident, Jill Woolworth is author of the book, The Waterwheel, which is available locally at Diane's Books (203-869-1515) or info@dianesbooks.

Scouts of America, Greenwich Council Please sponsor the 9th Annual Sporting Clay Invitational at ORVIS Sandanona Shooting Grounds on Friday, October 30, 2020. Sponsor opportunities available, please contact Kevin o’Shea at 203 869-8424 x107 or use this link https://www. greenwichscouting.org/Sptclys2020 to sponsor the Greenwich chapter of Scouts of America. GEMS: Greenwich Emergency Medical Services is selling t-shirts to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. All funds raised will be donated to the Greenwich Hospital Breast Cancer Center. Follow this link to purchase a t-shirt: https://logosgreenwich.com/gems-fundraiser/shop/home Kids in Crisis Autumn Scavenger Hunt is an exciting, fun, family-friendly virtual event. The game will be ‘live’ October 23 – November 1, 2020. The Autumn Scavenger Hunt is full of cool challenges in the categories of Family Fun, Do Good, and Community Awareness & Support. Use this link to join the scavenger hunt: https://kidsincrisis.salsalabs.org/ autumnscavengerhuntregistrationform/index.html St. Joseph Parenting Center strengthens families through parent education. Their virtual fall fundraising dinner complete with a 50/50 raffle and auction is Thursday October 29, 2020 at 7:30pm. Dinner can be ordered in advance and enjoyed while attending the virtual event. Please follow this link to sign up and donate: https://www.sjpcenter.org/fall-fundraiser New Covenant Center’s mission is to provide a nutritious meal to all those who are hungry. You can drop off premade sandwiches from home or purchase items from their wish list such as: Canned Tuna Fish, Jelly, Dry Black Beans, Macaroni, Sugar, Small Size Flour bags , Small Oil Bottles, Chicken Broth, Instant Coffee/Chocolate, Sardines, Roasted Almonds, Canned Evaporated Milk, Oatmeal (small pack) and Energy/Granola/ Protein bars. Please drop items off at 174 Richmond Hill Avenue Stamford, CT 06902. Be sure to visit their website for more details: https://www. newcovenantcenter.org/updates-on-our-response-to-covid-19/ The Greenwich Education Alliance is holding its annual Turkey Trot beginning November 1, 2020. Please consider sponsoring the Turkey Trot. Sponsors can sign up until 10/23/20. Sign up to sponsor or participate at: https://greenwichalliance.org/turkey-trot-2020/. All proceeds go to fund public school programs. #greenwichallianceturkeytrot2020 Jewish Family Services of Greenwich is working with Families Affected by COVID-19 Transition Services (FACTS). They are providing services to help families improve lives post COVID-19. Below are items families are most in need of, please have these items shipped to their office at 1 Holly Hill Lane, Greenwich, CT 06830. Please alert them to the donation by calling (203-622-1881) or emailing mknee@jfsgreenwich.org. Items needed: Crib mattress, Crib sheets , Infant car seat, Baby bath tub, Wash cloths, Crib mobile, Newborn pacifiers, New clothing (newborn to six months; winter clothing, i.e. onesies, pajamas, outfits, socks, mittens), New clothing for boys and girls, school aged 5 and up Personal care items.

By Beth Barhydt On the radar screen this week: the loss of local control in Greenwich. The New England town, like ours, is a n icon ic model of com mu n it y democracy. The town meeting, the form of government we have in Greenwich, is an assembly of residents in whom is vested governmental authority. Greenwich is known for its wellrun government; civic involvement; top ratings for public safety; excellent quality of life; outstanding schools; many charities; age-friendly communityranked one of the best places to retire in Connecticut; and conservative financial policies including a triple-A bond rating and the lowest mill rate in the state. From regionalizing schools, to hav i ng Da n bu r y a nd Nor wa l k preside over our planning and zoning decisions, to damaging our local police department, to enacting a statewide property tax, and so much more, the local control of Greenwich, which keeps it so extraordinary, is under threat. Although many of these initiatives purport to improve diversity, Greenwich demographics are not what most expect. Approximately 27 percent of our residents are minorities, about 24 percent were born in other countries, and almost 7 percent are at or below the poverty level. Italian and Irish are at the top of the ancestry list, making up over 30 percent of residents, many of whom are members of multi-generational Greenwich families - the families we have to thank for making this town the community we now enjoy. Greenwich is good at governing Greenwich. Having that ability taken away should be on your radar screen.

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Health

What I Learned From Breast Cancer By Julia Chiappetta

I never thought I’d get cancer. I w a s h appy, ate a s e n si ble Mediterranean diet, ran six miles a day and took care of myself despite working long hours in the travel industry as a meeting planner. It was a great time in my life, I felt strong and healthy, achieving goals, running races and hopeful for the future. Then, I felt the lump! I was 45 years old. It was like a mosquito bite on the outer edge of my right breast. I’d been doing selfexams for years thanks to the wonderful Dr. Carine Klein who taught me the right techniques, so I knew immediately that I’d never felt anything like this one. She sent me for a mammogram, which came back negative, just like the one I had had just 3 months earlier, as part of my annual check-up. My gut was telling me something was wrong a nd s o I a ske d t he su r ge on reading my report, if I could

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From Page 1 friend to just be direct, and say not only how are you doing, but where are you going to get your wig?" Lockyer said. Day gave her the name of a woman who sold wigs in nearby Port Chester, N.Y. Day’s daughters, Annabelle and E.V., spoke fondly of their mother as well. The event co-chairs for the luncheon and fashion show were Karena Bailey, Ashley Bekton, Melissa Nisenson and Joy Gregory. They each spoke about

have a biopsy. He was unmoved by my request and said “You’re f ine, come back in 6 months,” but I had a de ep sen se t hat all was not f ine. After tearful pleading, he agreed to squeeze me in the nex t day. Twentyfour hours later I received his call. He began, “I’m very sorry and need to apologize. I learned an important lesson today that I need to listen to my patients more closely.” Then he dropped the bomb, “You have Stage IIB Inf iltrating Ductal Carcinoma. It’s aggressive and you need to do something right away.” At that moment, everything stopped and I dropped to my knees, praying to God for help. I went through the motions of meeting with an oncologist, who told me that I would die—if I didn’t have a double mastectomy followed by radiation, chemotherapy and Tamoxifen. I explained to him that I’d seen so many close to me suffer slow, painful deaths—not from the cancer, but from the treatment. I knew that if this was the way I was going to die, I would not be spending my days getting sick to my stomach or losing my hair, rather I’d be in Tuscany to live my last days, taking as much out of life as possible. So…. I prayed and prayed for answers, strength and resolve. The next few days were like

being on a spiritual high. My prayers were being answered so rapidly that I hardly had time to keep up. First my cousins Joe and Rick Urso phoned to say they would connect me with one of the top surgical oncologists at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Dr. Merrick Ross. Then my sister Charlene called saying she was sending a 12-part video series from a top doctor at San Francisco General Hospital who beat breast cancer, using a more natu ra l protocol. That sa me day my training buddy Mark Chyrywaty looked me in the eyes and said “I am going to help you navigate the maze of alternative medicine, teach you about your immune system and help you get your brain around this.” A scientist, with a brilliant mind, he stuck with me each day as we pored over medical journals, videos and the Web, to absorb everything possible about my diagnosis and how to implement a plan of care that felt right for me. All of this took two months. O n e o f my f i r s t m ove s — inspired by my research—was to

chuck everything in my house to make my environment clean parabens, heavy metals, sulfates, GMO’s and pesticides - anything t hat cou ld have cont r i buted to my cancer. I tossed out all my food, makeup, shampoos, body products, m icrowave and embarked on a 7-day juice cleanse to purge all the bad stuff in my gut to make it fertile to take in my new health protocol. I started juicing—carrots, kale, spinach, cucumber, celery— and doing shots of wheat grass three times a day (just 1 ounce provides the nutrients, vitamins, enzymes, minerals & superfoods found in 2.5 pounds of organic greens). These were just a few of the hundreds of other things I changed, took or did to get well. Within two months, I was feeling so much better that it was hard to believe I had cancer. Soon after I was able to secure an appointment with Dr. Ross in Houston. The day I left, I could feel G od’s presence w ith me every step. My seatmate on the plane had a bible, the taxi driver prayer with me, the coordinator

at the hospital held my hand and told me Jesus loved me. After hours of testing, I met Dr. Ross and his team in a boardroom style discussion about my body. His team was impressive; they had reviewed everything sent i n adva nce cover i ng 10 years of doctor’s notes, tests and the recent biopsy. During that meeting, I felt so cared for! Then they posed this question. Who was Julia before, who is Julia now and who does Julia want to be in the future? This was a turning point for me and at the end of that long day the nurse told me that my tumor markers were back within normal range. She said “Whatever you are doing, keep it up.” Two weeks later I returned for the lumpectomy and Sentinel node biopsy, they had recommended, which felt right to me. When the surgery was over they told me that my margins were clean and that they did not detect any other cancer! Yahoo! I had opted not to have chemotherapy, radiation or take Tamoxifen, so I returned home with renewed hope, thanks to God and a firm commitment to continue my regime under the guidance of my team of doctors, many of whom I still rely on today. I could not have gone through this without the inspiration from my parents who had both beaten

why they decided to get involved with the BCA. "Obviously as a woman and a mom, I'm really aware that at any moment this diagnosis can come my way. Being a part of this has given me a wealth of information I didn't know about before. It's been incredibly inspiring to be around people who have been diagnosed and understand how one day to the next your life can completely change because of this and how important it is to get mammograms regularly and advocate for yourself," Bailey said. "I think if there's anything we've learned in this time of

COVID and cancer, it is that it can happen to all of us and any of us, even those that have taken really good care of ourselves," added Bekton. Nisenson said her grandmother passed away from breast cancer, and that fighting the disease is "near and dear" to her family. Gregory's mother passed away from breast cancer in 2004. "It was absolutely horrific to watch her pass away from that. I decided then and there I had to get involved," Gregory said. Reshma Gopaldas, Vice President of v ideo at SH E Me d i a a nd a br e a s t c a nc e r

survivor, spoke with actress and special guest speaker Kate Walsh about their experiences with their respective diagnoses and recoveries. Gopaldas was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014, and Walsh was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor in 2015. Walsh's mother is also a breast cancer survivor. "If there is any kind of history in the family of breast cancer, even if you're young, advocate a nd push [to get checked]," Walsh said. Gopaldas said bringing a team with her to every doctor appointment helped her get through tough times.

"You don't hear anything after someone tells you you have cancer," she said. The "models of inspiration" fashion show showcased breast cancer survivors, who told their stories, wearing Richards' fall collection. Th is yea r's models were Maria Hryckowian; Anna Forde; N i c o l e D i m o n d a-B r a m b i l a ; Kathleen Lozier; Amy Frolick; M e l i s s a To l c h i n ; J e n n i f e r Dreilinger; Annmarie Veziano Formato; Robyn Jones; Shealyn Me nc el ; V iv ia n Ev a n s; a nd Reshma Gopaldas. For more information on the Breast Cancer Alliance, go to

Cancer didn’t kill me. It woke me up to who I really am and empowered me to make better choices.

cancer, without conventional t r e at ment s. My mot her had uter i ne c a nc er a nd su r ger y at age 3 0. W hen t he do c tor suggested chemo, she said, “I don’t have time for chemo, I have three young k ids at home.” I was 6 years old at the time. My father had prostate cancer 15 years before me and chose not to have radiation, instead changing his diet and lifestyle. Both of my parents completely supported my decision. Several years have passed and I can tell you that I am happy and thriving. So, in keeping with Breast Cancer Awareness month, I wanted to leave you with a few nuggets from my research: • 85% of all breast cancers are NOT hereditary • Mammography is ONLY 50% accurate • Ultrasound is an essential COMPLEMENT to testing. (I see Dr. Robert Bard in NYC, an expert radiologist with the most advanced technology) Cancer didn’t kill me. It woke me up to who I really am and empowered me to make better choices. Was it a gift? Yes. It helped me reunite with the real me. For more about Julia , vi sit www.juliachiappetta.com online.

Yonni Wattenmaker

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“We’re always looking to stay ahead of the curve. Proactive banking is what we do. Because we’re a small bank, we can do this quickly,” Gaudio said. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, businesses around the state and the country have had to come up with innovative ways to serve customers in a safe manner. The First Bank of Greenwich is certainly leading the way, as they are the first bank in the area to have walk-up teller windows. The bank recently installed walk-up windows for customers at its three branches in Stamford, Cos Cob, and Port Chester, N.Y. The inside of each branch entrance was redesigned with a window, which separates the teller and customer, a call button/microphone system, and an electronic pull-out drawer for transactions. “We don’t know where the COVID-19 is going. For the safety and convenience of our customers and staff, we came up with the idea of installing walk-up windows,” said FBOG President and CEO, Frank J. Gaudio. If the drive-thru in Cos Cob or Port Chester gets overcrowded, customers can now park their car, and come inside where they ring the bell at the walk-up window. A teller will come over and handle any transaction. “When you come in, you’re taken care of right away,” Gaudio said. “This way, you feel safer, and our staff feels safer.” Gaudio believes the windows will come in handy during the fall and winter months if the pandemic continues in earnest. The bank will also be able to remain open through the walk-up window if inclement weather causes staffing issues, or if there are problems with drive-thru service. “This is just another avenue for us to help customers,” said FBOG Vice President and Retail Banking Manager, Emily Newcamp.

“It makes them feel safe, but it’s still giving personal service.” Newcamp added that throughout the pandemic, transaction volume at the bank has actually increased. “This isn’t affecting us. We’re just doing business differently,” she added. Similar to when the FBOG acted quickly on processing Payroll Protection Program applications in the spring, Gaudio acted quickly in coming up with a new innovative way to serve his customers. The idea for the walk-up windows was created about two months ago, but a lot of research went into planning and finding the right materials, such as the electronic pull-out drawer, in order to make everything work. Each branch entrance was remodeled and rebuilt within a week. “We’re always looking to stay ahead of the curve. Proactive banking is what we do. Because we’re a small bank, we can do this quickly,” Gaudio said. Amy Huertas, Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager at FBOG, is looking forward to having that personal, oneon-one connection that was present before the pandemic. “Since COVID, we haven’t had the opportunity to really have a face-to-face with our customers. Being able to walk up to the window and see a customer’s face, even though it’s behind a mask, it just kind of brings back that personal touch that everyone’s been used to over the years,”she said. The FBOG still offers in-person appointments for customers. The bank is fully compliant with COVID protocols.

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Town Government

Update from the Board of Estimate and Taxation By Richard Kaufman Every other week, the Greenwich Sentinel will bring you updates from Greenwich's Board of Estimate and Taxation (BET). The BET is responsible for the proper administration of the financial affairs of the Town includin g the i ssuanc e of the annual recommended budget and setting the Town tax mill rate. The Board also acts on requests for additional appropriations, transfers and allotments made during the fiscal year. The BET held a reg u la rly scheduled meeting on Monday night, and approved three routine applications. While the agenda was somewhat light, the Board gave a report on many of the different activities its committees and liaisons are involved in.

Routine Applications The Board unanimously appr ove d t he r ele a s e of $1.9 million, which will allow constr uction to beg i n on the Cardinal Stadium bleachers at Greenw ich H ig h School. The funds were included in the town

budget, but the BET had to authorize the usage as conditions were met along the way. Funds approved last month, combined with the $1.9 million, will be put towards Phase 1A of the project, which includes the construction of new home side bleachers with a press box, additional structure below the bleachers that are ADA accessible including an elevator, team room and restrooms. Phase 1B will include additional handicap parking and a new entry kiosk, as well as new lights. Phase 2 includes visitor bl e a che r s a nd a n a dd it i on a l structure for team rooms, restrooms and storage. This phase also includes additional site work related to the driveway, access to the Post Road, and movement of the tennis courts. The Board also unanimously voted to release $ 400,000 to kickstart design work on the new Dorothy Hamill Rink. The funds were released after the Board was satisfied with a feasibility study of the project. The total cost of the new rink, which will replace the current 50-year-old facility,

Michael Mason Chair of the BET is estimated to be around $17 million. " New c on st r uc t ion of fer s the advantages of bringing the building to code, replacement of aging mehnicals and plumbing, improv ing the rink size to regulation standards, and enhancing facilities to attract team and private long term contracts," said BET member and BET Budget Committee Chair Leslie Tarkington. A d d i t i o n a l l y, t h e B E T approved the use of a Por t Security Grant of $146,982 for the Greenwich Police Department. The grant money is designed to

enhance the department's f leet for a senior business analyst, as equipment for water response and well as for a dental hygienist in the Department of Health. staff safety. Fassuliotis said there have Committee Reports been 47 teacher retirements and BET members gave reports on resignations since July 1, and there various BET standing committees are 32 teachers on FMLA leave. and what they've been involved Substitute teachers who have been filling classroom positions with. The BET is working with an may have the potential for filing external auditor to look at different u n e m p l o y m e n t c l a i m s o n c e departments. BET member and they're no longer needed. The Audit Committee Chair Bill Drake town gets a 50% reimbursement reported that there are currently f o r u n e m p l o y m e n t d u e t o five audits planned, with an audit COVID-19 through the end of the on the Greenwich Public Schools year. The BET HR Committee is Student Activities Fund already continuing to monitor the town's complete. There is currently an COVID-19 response, she said. The Investment Committee is audit underway on the revenues collected at Dorothy Hamill Rink, an important aspect of the BET, and at town marinas. Audits on said BET Chair Michael Mason. " W hen we t a l k a b out t he the GPS Lunch Fund and town i nvest ments of t he tow n, we transfer station are yet to come. Karen Fassuliotis of the BET have two major large funds. We Human Resources Committee have the OPEB fund (Other Post reported that about one-third of Employment Benefit Fund) and employees are working at Town the pension fund. The pension Hall since it reopened to the public is not fully funded, and that's last week. Additionally, she said a s t r a i n o n o u r b u d g e t . We the recommendation for a new continually look at how those assistant fire chief was forwarded investments are doing," he said. to the Board of Selectmen, and that there is ongoing recruitment

Budget Guidelines The BET Budget Committee i s c u r r e nt ly c ra f t i n g bud ge t guidelines for the next fiscal year, which has been difficult due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "Our BET policies look for g u idel i ne s to b e done i n October. I'm holding the Budget Committee members expressly responsible to do just that. A revised draft that will probably go to a special Budget Committee meeting hopefully within a week or so," Mason said. "I think the committee has come to an agreement now on most of the operating expenses. I think they're wrestling with the capital [side]." A f irst draf t of g uidelines earlier this month recommended a budget of $456.3 million, an increase of $8 million over the current fiscal year. But guidelines don't represent an official budget proposal, and it's still very early in the budgeting process. Stay Up tp date. Check back here each week for alternating updates from the BET leadership and First Selectman Fred Camillo.

Our Local News, In Brief Water Ban Aquarion Water Co. has declared a ban on irrigation in Greenwich, Stamford, Darien, New Canaan, and Westport. Sprinkler systems are not permitted to be used but handheld watering, soaker hoses, and drip irrigation is still permitted for new plantings only. Due to the drought and the cooler weather, Aquarion is hoping that people will adhere to this voluntary conservation request. First Selectman Fred Camillo is urging residents to comply with the request as Greenwich’s reservoir level is at 37.8% as of last week. SPORTS

GHS New Hockey Coach Greenwich High School has a new head boys hockey coach. Jack Duffy, previously an assistant coach for the last two seasons, has been hired as the new head coach to replace former beloved coach Chris Rurak who died this past summer. Duffy is a native of North Branford and played hockey and basketball at North Branford High School. He then attended Choate Rosemary Hall where he was captain of both the hockey and basketball teams. He continued playing hockey at Yale University where we earned ALL ECAC and First Team All-American honors. He went on to play professional hockey, first being drafted by the New York Islanders and then playing for the Los Angeles Thunder for a season and then the Chicago Wolves for two seasons. He began coaching at Greenwich Skating Club in 1996 before taking time off after starting a family and rejoining when his eldest daughter started playing hockey.

GHS Swimmer Breaks Records Meghan Lynch, captain of the Greenwich High School girls swim team, set the school record in two events at a meet against Darien High School. Lynch, who is Stanford University bound, set the school record in the 200 freestyle with a time of 1:46.61. She also set a record for her 50-yard leg of the 200 freestyle relay.

Girls Basketball

after one student tested positive. Another 14 students Swim Across America were sent home to quarantine after being in contact Swim Across America Fairfield County usually with a non-GHS student who had tested positive. A holds itsannual Sip and Shop event this time of year staff member at Central Middle School has also recently but, due to the pandemic, this year it will be held tested positive, resulting in an entire cohort of students virtually. Taking place November 5-8, the event and staff going into quarantine. will feature dozens of vendors who are offering products and services to purchase online. For more GPS Covid Funding information about the event, please visit https://www. The Greenwich Public School District has received sipandshopgreenwich.com/. more than two million dollars to help pay for necessary items and equipment needed due to the Covid-19 Best Day Ever Hats pandemic. This funding will go toward personal On Saturday, October 24, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., protection equipment, cleaning supplies, food delivery there will be a Best Day Ever Hats sidewalk sale. It services, technology for remote schooling, and indoor will be held outside of VW Contemporary, located at air quality improvements. The money came in the form 353 Greenwich Avenue, and all proceeds will go to the of two grants, around $850,000 from the CARES Act Vanishing White Matter Families Foundation. For more and $1.25 million from the state. So far, the GPS system information, please visit https://best-day-ever-hats. has spent $2.46 million on coronavirus related efforts, myshopify.com/. only around $2 million of which was covered by the grants. GPS Chief Operating Officer Sean O’Keefe has said that there might be more expenses in the future if HEALTH the pandemic persists.

Drive-Thru Flu Clinic

FIRE DEPT.

Glenville Fire Department Annual Award “We successfully hosted the 6th Annual David N. Theis Award for Community Service, albeit in a somewhat abridged version because of the pandemic. Held outside at the Glenville Volunteer Fire Station, approximately 25 socially distanced and masked attendees saw former First Selectman Peter Tesei present the award in memory of Kerrin Coyle, who passed away this past year. Accepting for her was Jack Kriskey, who spoke about Kerrin's love of any person or animal who needed a little extra help. As someone who not only recognized underprivileged, but worked tirelessly to make a difference, her legacy continues today at Abilis, Adopt-A-Dog, and many other places that work to make a positive difference.” (Glenville Volunteer Fire Company, Inc Facebook)

On October 24, the Greenwich Department of Health is organizing a drive-thru flu clinic at the Island Beach parking lot. It is open from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. and up to two vaccinations are available per car. A consent form is necessary and should be filled out ahead of arrival. For more information about accepted insurance, fees for no insurance coverage, and access to the consent form, please visit https://www.greenwichct. gov/575/Health-Department.

Kids in Crisis Scavenger Hunt Kids in Crisis is holding its Autumn Scavenger Hunt starting October 23 and running through November 1. Teams must register and then download an app to complete challenges within the week; some challenges will have special prizes provided by various sponsors. It costs $10 to register a team consisting of one to five players. For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.kidsincrisis.org/sub/event/kids-incrisis-autumn-scavenger-hunt/.

Registration for Winter Girls’ Basketball, for grades Cos Cob Fire Police Patrol New Sergeants OTHER NEWS 2nd through 8th, at OGRCC will be available soon. The At their monthly meeting, the Cos Cob Fire Police league will run from late November until March, all Limited Edition 2020 Ornaments practices will be held at Carmel Academy, and there Patrol’s Chief Dostmann swore in two new sergeants will be weeknight practices and weekend games. for the patrol, Sgt. E. Graham and Sgt. A Buffone. Help support the Friends of Greenwich Point by Covid-19 protocols will be in effect and registration will POLICE DEPT. purchasing a beautiful hand-painted ornament. The be on a first come, first serve basis. 2020 ornament, eighth in their annual Greenwich Point GPD New Officer Ornament Series, features one of the path bridges Greenwich’s Steve Cohen to with egrets during the summer.Available at the Old Officer Sabrina Diaz has officially passed her Purchase Mets Greenwich Farmer's Market. probationary period and is now a full member of Steve Cohen, a billionaire hedge fund manager, the Greenwich Police Department. Chief Heavy Greenwich Land Trust Acquires 72 Acres has agreed to buy the New York Mets from the Wilpon congratulated her on this accomplishment with a and Katz families. Cohen, who is chairman and CEO certificate. GLT officially acquired the 72.27-acre property, of Point72 Asset Management, has a reported net now known as Converse Brook Preserve, at the corner Citizen’s Police Academy worth of about $14 billion, and would become the of Lake Avenue and Old Mill Road from Aquarion wealthiest owner in Major League Baseball if the deal Water Company on September 30. With the sale Greenwich Police Department has announced that is completed. Cohen is already a minority owner and they will be soon accepting applications for the 2020 had placed a $2.6 billion bid for controlling interest back Citizen’s Police Academy Fall Session which will be held in February before the deal fell apart. Cohen will need virtually. It is a six week program held on Wednesday approval from at least 23 of 30 MLB owners to complete nights from 6:00-8:00pm on Zoom starting on the deal. November 4 and going until December 16. The academy provides residents with a first-hand overview of law enforcement and community related functions of the Police Department. For more information and access to Lights on the Avenue applications when available, please visit https://www. A group of citizens and business owners are trying greenwichct.gov/399/Citizens-Police-Academy. to get lights on Greenwich Avenue for the holiday GPD Receives Security Grant season after having none this past year. They are seeking public support for their fundraising effort The Greenwich Police Marine Division, the regional to accomplish this. They are currently at 80 percent asset for diving, has been awarded a $135,000 Federal of their goal and you can find more information and Port Security Grant from the Department of Homeland donate at https://gwchavenue.com/. Security. The marine division has three boats and has recently responded to two incidents, a boat fire Ablis to Run Greenwich Library Cafe in Stamford and another on Mianus River. The grant Ablis and Greenwich Library are partnering to money will go toward making sure that the first bring new employees to The Cafe at Greenwich Library responders are safe and secure and toward equipment through Abili’s competitive employment program. The and training. Cafe will offer a variety of foods and drinks and will CHARITY be working with local favorite restaurants. The library cafe will be opening later this year with online ordering YMCA Hosts Halloween Fest and no contact pickup. For more information please The Greenwich YMCA will be hosting a Halloween visit https://greenwichlibrarycafe.org/. Fun Fest on Sunday, October 25. The event is open to the whole community and will feature arts and crafts, EDUCATION games, and fitness fun. Families are invited to dress up in costume, and the event will be held outdoors and GPS Covid Cases socially distanced. Reservations are required for arts Greenwich Public Schools has seen a few cases crafts. Please contact Diana Gonzalez at dgonzalez@ in the student population. Recently Greenwich High gwymca.org. School sent 15 students into a two-week quarantine

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complete, GLT will own and steward the land and the Town will hold a conservation ease-ment on the property, conserving the land in perpetuity while allowing for public access.

Athena Hartigan Earns Gold From GLT: The Girl Scout Gold Award is the most highly regarded award for Girl Scouts. To earn this award, Girl Scouts must tackle issues dear to them and drive lasting change in their communities and beyond. Girl Scout, Athena Hartigan, part of Troop 50136 of Greenwich Girl Scouts, created a butterfly garden at GLT's Wilson Orchard for her Girl Scout Gold Award project. The garden was planted to offer monarch butterflies a place of respite on their journey to Mexico where they roost for the winter in oyamel fir forests. The eastern population of North America's monarchs overwinters in the same 11 to 12 mountain areas in the States of Mexico and Michoacan from October to late March. The garden planted by Athena includes plants beneficial to monarchs along with plants that attract other pollinators. The plants should be fully bloomed by next summer!

Loosen Up Greenwich Art Society Studio School presents, “LOOSEN UP!” OIL & ACRYLIC WORKSHOP, IN STUDIO with Souby Boski on Friday, October 30 / 10am-1pm at the G.A.S. Studio School. 203.629.1533

Presiding Bishop Michael Curry to discuss his book, “Love is the Way” Presiding Bishop Michael Curry is the titular head of the Episcopal Church in this country that counts nearly two million members. Elected in 2015, as then Bishop of North Carolina, Michael Curry is the first African American to serve as presiding bishop in The Episcopal Church. This Sunday, Bishop Curry is the guest speaker via zoom at the 11 a.m. Forum of Christ Church Greenwich. Since Bishop Curry’s 2015 election he has presided over extraordinary circumstances of racial injustices. He is the descendant of enslaved Africans, and the son of the late civil rights activist Reverend Kenneth Curry. In 2018, Bishop Curry received worldwide recognition when he delivered a sermon at the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in London. Bishop Curry has authored numerous books, with his most recent being “Love is the Way.” An endorsement from the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, reads, “ Drawing on his own life and experiences he [Bishop Curry] shows us that, time and again, when love is threatened by circumstances—be it poverty, racism, violence, injustice or the abuse of power—that same love has the power to shine through.” For those interested in joining the Presiding Bishop Michael Curry talk on zoom, please visit christchurchgreenwich.org/curry-hope/.

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KELLY

From Page 1 development company. If that’s not enough, Kelly worked on Wall Street for 25 years, has been a firefighter with the Amogerone Volunteer Fire Company for nearly two decades, used to coach soccer, basketball, football and rugby as well as referee the sports, and played rugby all over the world. According to Kelly, the key to having success up in Hartford is to spend much more time than people are spending now talking about what they agree on. He said that lately, people jump right into the part of the topic that they disagree on and that is why a lot of ideas stall before getting off the ground. “People today are not spending enough time actually getting to know each other and talking about the things they agree on,” Kelly said. “Back on Sept. 11, and the couple of days I spent down in the search and rescue down at Ground Zero, there was no disag reement. Everybody agreed because we had one thing in common. We are Americans, we got attacked, and are now all drawn together because we have one common goal. Whatever the strategy was going forward, we would do it as a unified group.” Kelly believes that he brings the ability to work with others and to find a common ground. “This whole divisive atmosphere which is going on right now within the world of politics is so opposite of what I am about,” Kelly said. “I am about bringing people together, about motivating people, about people feeling good about themselves, and about encouraging to buy in to things so it’s a group decision or group process. I want a lot of people to contribute to a solution and not about who is right and who is w rong. If ever ybody feels like they are contributing,

Above: Joe Kelly, far right, with his family. Below: Joe Kelly in front of Joey B's.

Joe Kelly is a different kind of candidate who believes campaigns need to remain positive and that governing has to be a team effort. Will this approach resonate with voters? then they are more likely to work together.” Bringing people together means a lot to Kelly, as was ditching negativity that lately looms over campaigns battling each other. In fact, Kelly’s f irst phone call after winning his party’s nomination was to his democratic challenger for the 150th district, Steve Meskers. He didn’t contact Meskers to say he was ready to attack. It was the exact opposite. “I said that any negativity a r ises w ith in the ca mpaig n that he hears to please call me immediately and I will address it because my campaign will not have any negativity. I let him know that we are not going at him,” said Kelly. “I want people to vote for me, not vote against him.”

The repu blica n nom i nee said that he doesn’t care what prospects are in front of him, where if he conformed a little bit to that divisiveness that he could advance his political career. “ I s a y ‘ N o t h a n k y o u ,’ ” said Kelly. “This political stuff might spit me out in two years if I get elected because I am not conforming. I am going to continue to hold my ground on being someone that is going to unite instead of divide. I want to get to know people and make friendships with people.” With the way politics are being portrayed as being so divisive and throw into the mix people throughout the country dealing with COVID-19 fatigue, politicians at the local level have had to navigate some uncharted

waters when tr y i ng to ga i n votes. Kelly is no exception and admitted that he gets a knot in his stomach every time he knocks on someone’s door or speaks at an event. “I want to just go out there, knock on doors and start to chat with somebody about what I would like to see fixed in Hartford and what I believe in,” Kelly said. “Usually in the first few minutes, people ask what I am. And my response is that I am a nice guy. I don’t identify the party because I want to have a genuine conversation, keep talking to people and create some bonding and a relationship first. “In all the years of coaching, I have never asked a family if they are republicans or democrats when I coach their kids,” Kelly added. “When I was a fireman at the front door of a house and the house was burning, I wouldn’t stop at the front door and ask what party they are affiliated with. Now I am knocking on do ors. Gre enw ich is a ver y polite community, so it’s a small minority, but there are some that say no thanks and shut the door. They won’t even have a

conversation and that bothers me a lot.” If Kelly gets elected to the 150th House District seat, his plan might be a little different than some of his colleagues. And that’s fine with him. Kelly said that when people get elected and step foot into Hartford, they have a whole bunch of new ideas that are going to change the world and turn the state upside down. “There are people in that group of 151 other people that have served for many years now,” Kelly said. “Instead of going in there and telling those people what they should be doing, I think the key is going in there, listening to what has already been done, and then finding out as quickly as possible what didn’t work before, what other people’s plans are, and what they are trying to do. It’s then when to try and enhance what they are doing and see if it fits into what you believe is the case. I am going to respect that a lot of stuff has already been thought through by a lot of really smart people. If elected, I am not going in and forcing my opinion on anybody. If elected, Kelly, who has had businesses in the Nutmeg State

for over two decades, wants to get right to work, and that means trying to create the opportunity to identify businesses that exist right now and see what help they need to stay here and continue to function in the state. “No one in the state has come up and asked me what they can do to help me make my businesses continue to stay here,” said Kelly. “I think that crucially important. We should create a group to reach out to all the businesses in the state, represented by the state, as being an ambassador of the legislature to say what can we do to help. If we could get some sort of business committee to recruit other companies to our State, that would be great. We can then address the regulatory changes that might need to be in place to bring businesses in and make necessary tax adjustments. “There is so much negativity being mentioned about our great state,” added Kelly. “If we could as a legislature create a positive environment and pitch that, that would be a huge help to get businesses into this state and keep the ones that are already here.”

On My Watch

Seeing U.S. Rep. Himes Debate Republican Jonathan Riddle By Anne W. Semmes It was comforting last Sunday afternoon to see via zoom a political debate carried out civilly when our hometown Congressman Jim Himes, who has served Connecticut’s Fourth District for 12 years, and seeks a seventh term, met up for the first time with his Republican opponent, Jonathan Riddle of S. Norwalk at the Westport Library. They were questioned cordially by moderator Kay Maxwell, former president of League of Women Voters CT. The first question on the Affordable Care Act did bring a frown when financial consultant R iddle, new to politics and a newcomer to CT, targeted Himes as a millionaire. “ M r. H i me s you br i ng up education, automobiles, wealth, you’r e a m a n w h o's wor t h approximately $5 million or a little bit more. You drive a Tesla, and you live in Cos Cob.” This reporter learned 12 years ago when Himes first ran that he was raised by "a working single mom" in a small town in New Jersey, attended "a decent public school," who would bring home an A minus to be greeted by his mom with, “What went wrong?" That due diligence would open the door to Harvard and then a Rhodes scholarship studying Latin America at Oxford. He then

worke d 1 2 yea rs at G old ma n Sachs "generating wealth," to leave that lucrative life for the nonprofit world in 2003, to work to provide affordable housing in such neighborhoods as Harlem and the Bronx, and eventually in Greenwich as chair of the Greenwich Housing Authority. “I'll tell you this Mr. Riddle,” Himes responded, “I've been a lot luckier and less lucky than others… When I finished school, I had a bank balance of zero dollars. I've worked really, really hard for some success… I owe the people who funded that public school an incalculable debt and that's why I'm up here telling everybody that every American regardless of whether they're born in Westport or Bridgeport deserves a good public school and guaranteed acce s s to he a lt h c a r e , a nd a reasonable shot at the education that will allow them to live the life we live.” So, follow ing on are some excerpts taken from their responses to a few questions. D o yo u s u p p o r t r e t a i n i n g , changing or repealing the Affordable Care Act? “We’re at a point in time when the Supreme Court,” said Himes, “is going to decide the future of the Affordable Care Act…I would never support the repeal of the Affordable Care Act. Most Americans get their insurance from their employer. In

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with much patriotic zeal to the sick and wounded soldiers, both in the field and hospitals, to the detriment of her own health, and has also endured hardships as a prisoner of war four months in a Southern prison while acting as contract surgeon; and Whereas by reason of her not being a commissioned officer in the military service, a brevet or honorary rank cannot, under existing laws, be conferred upon her; and Whereas in the opinion of the President an honorable recognition of her ser vic es and suf fer in gs should be made: It is ordered, That a testimonial thereof shall be hereby made and given to the said Dr. Mary E. Walker, and that the usual medal of honor for meritorious services be given her. Given under my hand in the city of Washington, D.C., this 11th day of November, A.D. 1865. Andrew Johnson, President (Medal rescinded 1917 along with 910 others, restored by President Carter 10 June 1977.) Born to an Abolitionist family

the last eight months, 20 million Americans have stopped having an employer. Where do they go? They go to the exchanges that were set up by the Affordable Care Act for peace of mind. So one of the most toxic things that we've seen in this last decade, is people on the other side of the aisle saying it was a failure and I'm going to repeal it and I'm going to propose another plan. You haven't heard another plan from Donald Trump, from anybody because there is no other plan…The right answer is to build on the successes of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and make sure that people have access, high quality at a reasonable price.” Riddle countered with, “My opponent, Jim Himes made some pretty good points about the health care system and the ACA, but by and large, it is a massive failure that has not provided the proper insurance to millions of Americans.” “We need to build, like Mr. Himes said, on the ACA successes… but completely replace it,” he said, with a plan that will bring about competition, “especially cross state competition that will drive prices and premiums down.” Riddle has a bill he says that will “bring transparency and it's going to be protecting preexisting conditions…and that is essential to the healthcare system.” How might you wish to fight for more stimulus aid in this continuing pandemic?

“We need,” offered Riddle, “to have Congress bring a bill immediately to help these individuals who aren't working, especially the disabled who have lost their jobs, and have not been able to get any job during this pandemic…These people are hurting, and I see it with my own two eyes, and it's unconscionable that Congress is dragging its feet.” Himes countered with having voted in March for a bipartisan Cares Act that had brought “$1200 checks to most Americans,” and in May for the Heroes Act that had brought “even more funding.” The reason for the lack of a second stimulus check he said was, “the failure of the President and of Mitch McConnell, t wo Repu blica ns, to actua l ly appreciate the pain and the tragedy that the American people are feeling right now.” What is your take on needed efforts to prevent foreign adversaries from interfering in our elections and spreading misinformation online? Himes jumped on this, serving as he does on the Intelligence Committee, “watching the Department of Homeland Security, the National Security Agency, the FBI…learn from what happened in 2016.” Thus, he is “a lot more confident in 2020, that our election will be secure from the kind of cyber tampering that we saw in 2016.” Riddle agreed that “we have very secure elections,” but added, “We

Dr. Mary E. Walker in Oswego County, New York, Mary Edwards Walker enrolled in Sy racuse Medical College, and graduated with a doctor of medicine degree in 1855. She entered private practice, married another physician, Albert Miller, and moved to Rome, New York. At the beginning of the American Civil War in 1861, Mary went to Washington, D.C, to of fer her services to the government as a physician. Unable to obtain an app oi nt ment i n t he A r my as a surgeon due to her sex, and declining employ ment as a nurse, Dr. Walker accepted an u npa id volu nteer position i n the temporary military hospital housed in the U.S. Patent Office, a nd worke d w it hout of f ic ia l standing in f ield hospitals in Virginia. She also organized the Women's Relief Organization to aid the wives and mothers of wounded soldiers who came to visit Washington area

hospitals. In 1863, with letters of recommendation attesting to her medical competence in hand, Mary travelled to Tennessee.

"She has rendered valuable service to the Government, and her efforts have been earnest and untiring in a variety of ways. An honorable recognition … should be made." President Andrew Johnson, 1865. In September 1863, Dr. Walker obtained employment with the War Department, like many male physicians, as a "Contract Acting Assistant Surgeon" – equivalent in pay and authority to a lieutenant or captain depending on length of service and experience. While assigned to the U.S. Army o f t h e Cu m b e r l a n d m e d i c a l department, and briefly replacing the regimental surgeon of the 52d Ohio Infantry, Mary conspicuously dressed in a modif ied uniform of her own design: a blue dress resembling an officer's frock coat, blue trousers with gold piping on the seam, felt hat, and the green

certainly need to secure our online and hold accountable Facebook, Google, and Twitter, and other big tech companies who want to sensor information and the free f low of information.” What reforms might you have for an immigration system viewed as needing repair? “In today’s world,” of fered Riddle, our immigration system is extremely broken…Our southern border is porous, and we need to secure that through building a wall.” “I’ll tell you why a wall doesn’t work,” countered Himes.” There's no wall that's holding you back somebody once said if you build a 50-foot wall the next day there's a 55-foot ladder against it.” He told of a “smart” 2015 Senate bill that passed that “actually cracked down on the source of people's desire to be here, contractors and restaurants and cleaning services and farmers who knowingly hire undocumented people. That is the solution.” “What would you support to regulate f irearms to reduce gun violence?” “We have approximately 500 million guns in this country,” said Riddle, adding, “I myself am a gun owner and I store my guns responsibly. It's gun control laws that leave the law-abiding citizen without something to defend themselves…We need to be allocating more funding towards police and more training for

them and hiring more officers.” Himes objected, “I was agreeing with what Mr. Riddle said until he said that guns are not the problem and the problem is enforcement that's just not true. It's not about enforcement, it's about consistent and uniform laws created at the federal level. I'm a supporter of t he S e cond A mend ment… S o, what I would support is universal background check…limits on some kind of weapons - no civilian who's hunting or protecting themselves needs a fully automatic or even a semi-automatic assault rifle…These things will not eliminate but will dramatically reduce the carnage in our streets.” In their closing remarks, Mr. Riddle spoke of wanting to “work diligently for …the people of Fairfield County,” but he also said he was “running for term limits. Limiting congressmen to eight years - four terms.” This reporter would differ, as she finds in the candidacy of Jim Himes ongoing value as seen in his closing remarks. “We need to go back to the world of truth and science and a commitment to the people who get left behind by the market economy that we both agree is important. And most importantly, we need to go back to the decency. That is at the core of what made this country great. That is why I'm running for re-election.”

sash of a surgeon. Captured by Confederates in April 1864, she spent four months as a prisoner of war before she and other Union do c to r s we r e e xch a n ge d fo r Confederate medical officers. On her return, the War Department assigned Mary as medical director in a hospital for women prisoners in Louisville, Kentucky, until she left government employment. Commended by Major Generals William T. Sherman and George H. Thomas for meritorious service, President A ndrew Johnson awarded her the Medal of Honor others, in 1917, determining it was on November 11, 1865. "unwarranted" due to her status "We live in deeds, not years." as a civilian employee, and not Mary Walker a member of the armed forces. Fo l l ow i n g t h e C i v i l Wa r, Despite the revocation, Mar y Mary left the practice of medicine continued to wear the medal and became an author, lecturer, for the rest of her life. President and active Women's Suf f rage Carter reinstated Mary Walker's campaigner. Her most famous Medal of Honor in 1977. book is Hit: Essays on Women's Written by Glenn Williams for Rights, published in 1870. A Board the U.S. Army Center of Military of Medal Awards rescinded her History. Medal of Honor, along with 910

Re-Elect

HARRY ARORA

I am honored to serve as your State Representative. I have advocated fiercely in Hartford for the interests of our community. I have helped lead an effective COVID response and a safe reopening of our schools and businesses.

- Rep. Harry Arora

Paid for by Harry Arora 2020. Maxwell Hawkins, Treasurer. Approved by Harry Arora.

Vote for Harry Arora â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Our Outstanding State Representative, Currently Serving the 151 st District Harry has and will always roll up his sleeves to help anyone in need, going well beyond his own district or party lines. Harry is a doer and problem solver by nature, a brilliant financial mind with a flair for thinking outside the box and forecasting quickly to achieve positive outcomes. Harry is currently serving the 151 st District, but has essentially served all of Greenwich. It would be difficult to challenge or find fault in his exceptional work and accomplishments for the people of our town. He is our friend, our colleague and mentor to many. This rang true when March went into April and we were all challenged by the sudden changes to our daily lives. Harry stood firm guiding us through the rough waters locally and as our strong voice in Hartford. Harry was laser focused on keeping the lines of communication open by way of his Virtual Community Conversations. As each month passed, he stood closely with us and more so than any other local representative or senator that I witnessed. He was available 24/7 by email, phone and Zoom, helping us through the PPP & PUA filings and even searching out local banks to help small businesses when their big banks let them down. He petitioned on our behalf for safe school openings and was the at the firstto support the Let Them Play football initiative. Several residents who had given up hope for help from within their own districts, heard about Harry and he soon became a hero with a cult following. While others remained behind closed doors, Harry was on the front lines for Greenwich. He was a voice of calm and reason, producing results. I will be forever touched by his caring commitment to our senior population; the precious gems, many of whom built the foundation of what we now know as our beloved Town of Greenwich. Harry worked tirelessly to secure safety, testing and protection for our seniors in nursing homes and in private homes. This election is not about party or about popularity, it is about voting for what is honorable and good. Harry Arora is honorable and good. HE IS OUR GUY! A strong leader, generous friend and wonderful family man. He will always be available to hear our stories, concerns and ideas. Harry is the man for the 151 st District.

Harry has worked tirelessly for small businesses and our town. I'd like to take a moment to show my support for State Representative Harry Arora (R). I am happy to point out that Rep. Arora was my go-to for information as it pertained to the SBA loans and what I was or wasn't entitled to with Unemployment. I am a 1099 Independent Contractor and this was the most unusual and confusing of circumstances. Rep. Arora was kind and held many Zoom calls to help us navigate the rules and policies of these complex loans and processes. Mr. Arora responded immediately and efficiently to any and all questions I personally had. Small Businesses are the backbone of this town and I am proud to say Rep. Arora understands and unwaveringly supports small businesses. He has worked tirelessly for our town and I am hopeful that his constituents re-elect Harry Arora!

JULIA CHIAPPETTA Small Business Owner, Cos Cob, CT

We need more people like Harry Arora to be there for Us. Harry Arora is a passionate State Representative who is there for the people. I need to tell you a little bit about my story in order for you to understand the depths and lengths Mr. Arora would take for his people. Harry Arora is not my State Rep. I was connected with him during a trying time this past spring when COVID was interrupting many livelihoods. I was a preschool teacher and due to the mandated shutdown, was unable to work while waiting to file for pandemic unemployment assistance (PUA). As a mom with two children, I was devastated. How would I survive? A close friend of mine suggested that I reach out to my own State Rep but I did not hear anything back even though I reached out numerous times. She then said to try reaching out to Mr. Arora maybe he could offer some insight. Mr. Arora got back to me immediately via email and phone. I explained my situation and Mr. Arora got right to work even though I was out of his district. Mr. Arora went above any beyond emailing the commissioner of DOL, my own state rep and many more. He literally fought for me. Mr. Arora's kindness, knowledge and support meant the world to me in a time of uncertainty. Mr. Arora took this personally as if it were his own. Though he was not in my situation, he felt for me more than any other person had during this time - and I had reached out to many. Only one person truly tried to help and stayed in contact with me until we had answers. That was Mr. Arora.

JOLIE GOLDRING Small Business Owner, Greenwich CT

We need more people like him to be there for US. The world is not as it use to be and meeting and having the chance to talk with Mr. Arora who actually listened to my pleas really gave me hope in a dark time for many of us.

TARA CHURCH Preschool Teacher, Greenwich CT

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Signs Everywhere

It is the political season and we receive more letters and OpEds at this time of year than any other. The Greenwich Sentinel welcomes letters to the editor and OpEds that are local, factual, and civil. We will not publish things that are taken out of context – like a quote taken out of a speech out of context. Blanket statements about an entire group of people will not be published - they cannot possibly be accurate. We do make an effort to fact check letters but we make mistakes too. If you see a letter that appears to contain incorrect or misleading information, please let us know at Editor@GreenwichSentinel.com. The Greenwich Sentinel will publish all letters that are factual which are received in support of any local candidate either in print or online. If you do not see a letter in The Greenwich Sentinel, it is likely because we found inaccuracies or the letter was outside our guidelines. Letters Continue on Page 16. Send Your Letters to Editor@GreenwichSentinel.com Letters and OpEds are Not Necessarily the Opinion of The Greenwich Sentinel.

LETTER

Thank You for GPD Signs

To the Editor:

I just wanted to thank you and the Sentinel for offering the complimentary signs honoring the Greenwich Police. I believe the signs represent just a small token of our appreciation to those that put their lives at risk every day to protect and serve our families and community. Our family proudly supports the GPD and believes it is critical in these times to ensure the police feel supported by the LETTER

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The quality of our Police force, under leadership of Jim Heavey, is restrained, respectful, and effective. They carry out the law but at same time avoid escalating minor issues. So again, thank you Greenwich Police Force and thank you Greenwich Sentinel for standing up and supporting what is good in Greenwich. David Chr. Wold

leader. In the first week of school, Kathleen arranged a playdate to help my daughter acclimate. Kathleen invited our family to her house so we could meet others within the community. Kathleen also served as an incredible resource, recommending several great neighborhood service providers and introducing us to Round Hill Nursery School where her youngest daughter and our son attended contemporaneously. It was these simple acts of kindness and community from Kathleen that assured us we had made the right decision by moving to Greenwich. Evidence of Kathleen’s leadership extends to the workplace. She currently runs a financial technology business with her father, headquartered in New York, with offices in London and Chicago. She has 20 years of extensive financial experience. She began her career in technology investment banking at Salomon Brothers (later Citigroup) before joining SV Investment Partners, a private equity firm, where she invested in, grew and developed multiple businesses and served on corporate boards. Kathleen’s financial expertise will undoubtedly serve us well, especially as our local, state and national communities face economic hardships

stemming from the COVID-19 crisis. I am most impressed, however, with Kathleen unflagging service to our community, a hallmark of any great leader. In the five years since we have moved to Greenwich, I have witnessed Kathleen volunteer as our children’s t-ball coach and serve on our local Parent Teacher Association and Greenwich’s Board of Education (BOE). She is currently the Vice Chair of the BOE and serves as Chair of both the Policy Governance and Budget Committees and is the BOE’s representative to the Parks & Recreation Field Feasibility Study. As a working mother, I know the difficulty of balancing career, family and community service, and Kathleen makes this juggling act look easy. As a lawyer, I appreciate that she has done all of this with an uncompromised ethical compass. Great leaders possess a handful of common characteristics and values that are not limited to political party. Whether you are a Democrat or Republican, Kathleen Stowe’s track record proves she has the qualities and skills our community needs most right now, which is thoughtful and collaborative leadership for the betterment of us all. Kristen Prohl Kleinbardt

by growing the Greenwich Rugby Team into the family it is today. When the BOE was in need of a Board Member to bring about a consensus decision regarding GHS Stadium, it called upon Joe. They did this knowing there is no task too great for Joe to tackle. As your next State Representative for the 150th District, Joe will bring that same passion and willingness to address any issue to Hartford. He will fight each and every day for what matters most to Greenwich; fiscal accountability, local control of our schools and zoning regulations, and smaller government. Connecticut has been at or near the bottom of nearly every indicator of job growth over the past decade. Connecticut has so much to offer but high taxes should not be one of them. Joe will not just talk about Connecticut’s poor economic performance; he will act to make

Connecticut better. Joe’s dedication to his fellow citizen by actually doing the work is what sets Joe apart. Recently, others have tried to impress by stating their self-anointed virtues on their publications or splicing together clips and phrases to make it appear they are the better choice to represent us in Hartford. Fortunately for us, no technology exists to splice Joe’s actions and no banner is big enough to list all of Joe’s civicallyminded accomplishments. It is this type of refreshing can-do attitude that will enable Joe to ensure that our interests are protected. Please vote for Joe Kelly for the 150th District, a candidate willing to act on, not just talk about, real positive change for Connecticut. Stephen Walko

The United Nations Marks 75 Years

On October 24th, 2020, the world marks the 75th year of United Nations. It also marks 75 years of no World Wars. The UN started as a result of two World Wars in less than 40 years and we hope that United Nations work as had something to do with preventing more. All over Europe, buildings will be “covered” in BLUE, under the “Turn Europe UN Blue” initiative to support their efforts of to unite global citizens and promote the universal language of peace, sustainable development and human rights for all on this ONE earth. A vision the world can only thank the United States of America for spearheading back in 1945 and so graciously finding room and LETTER

such a great job, but I feel that they, along with a large majority of the men in blue, have been unfairly attacked by a few who get far too much media attention. The “Politically Correct” view of justice does not give anyone the right to support anarchy. The fact is that we have no cases similar to the ones happening other places in this town.

Actions Louder than Words

They say actions speak louder than words. In the case of Joe Kelly, nothing can be closer to the truth. Joe “Coach” Kelly has lived his life, and has led others, not by his making speeches but through his actions. Joe has achieved great success in the business world across the globe. However, when it came time to put down roots, Greenwich was a clear choice. One of the best ways to give back to one's community is to donate time to the endeavors of our children. As a father, when GHS needed a rugby coach to carry on the proud winning tradition, Joe did not talk about it, he became the coach. As the Head Coach, Joe worked to ensure that every player, no matter their color, creed or nationality, was given an equal opportunity to succeed and grow as a person. Through his tenure as the coach, Joe demonstrated success both on and off the field Letter

Laura BD

Stowe is the Leader We Need Now

To the Editor: In times of turmoil we need great leaders most. They calm a community storm or rally us to take necessary action. Great leaders remind us we are stronger together. They leverage knowledge and experience for the benefit of the public good. 2020 has provided more than its fair share of challenges although one benefit has been the ability to take stock and contemplate what is important to us, our families and our community. It is in this state of mind that I evaluated the slate running for State Representative for District 149 and determined the clear leader we need now is Kathleen Stowe. I first met Kathleen when our family moved from New York City to backcountry Greenwich in 2015. Our oldest daughter started kindergarten at Parkway Elementary School and I was fortunate enough to meet Kathleen in those early, hectic days when we were navigating a new house, a new school and a new town. And Kathleen was then exactly as others have described her now: smart, engaging, thoughtful and collaborative. Looking back I see that Kathleen took us under her wing, already evidencing an empathetic LETTER

act as a simple reminder to all of us not only of their unwavering sacrifice on our behalf, but even more importantly, to their families and loved ones who watch them leave every day to serve us. They should be both proud and conf ident that the community they serve is behind them and truly values them as the heroes they are.

Thank You Greenwich Police

To the Editor: I would like to thank you for your initiative and the Greenwich Sentinel Foundation for the great initiative in providing the 'we support the GPD' yard signs. Too many people it might sound unnecessary to express support for the Police Department, and especially the Greenwich Police Department, who is doing

Every year, during the third week of October or so, campaign yard signs appear in just about every available Greenwich space in town. It is free speech, one of our fundamental rights protected by the U.S. Constitution. Especially now, when people are not as able to talk in person, these signs "speak" for them. There is a story this week in the Wall Street Journal called How Next-Door Neighbors with Opposing Political Views Stayed Friends. Troubled by the national discourse, the Gateses and Mitchells use signs to ‘send a message’ of civility. It is about neighbors who label themselves as far left and far right. Each has a Biden and Trump sign respectively and another homemade set of signs that read "We love them" with arrows pointing to each other's house. They "listen to each other’s perspective, look for common ground and recognize that reasonable and good people can reach different conclusions." How refreshing! We would like more of that please. Every candidate seems to have a sign out. They are in every public roadside space available. That said, it seems there are fewer campaign yard signs in front of peoples’ homes than in years past. It seems that our current political environment has made people afraid to publicly acknowledge who they are supporting, and therefore campaign signs appear predominantly in public spaces. Very recently, we came upon a few signs we had never seen in Greenwich before. They are very negative. Given the current state of political discourse, we should not be surprised. According to the Wall Street Journal article, 9 out of 10 Americans say incivility is a problem and twothirds say it’s a “major” problem. To see signs that blatantly promote incivility is disheartening, especially here in Greenwich where negative campaigning used to mean an automatic loss. Stealing other people's signs too is on the rise. It is a crime to remove a sign, especially from someone's home, and it is a repulsive attack on their right to express a point of view. Stealing signs is damaging to communities, creating perpetrators and victims, demonstrating a lack of respect for others, and sowing the seeds of mistrust. One of our favorite yard signs can be found everywhere in front of peoples’ homes and it carries a very positive message. We love to see these blue and white ones declaring support for the Greenwich Police Department. These signs started appearing earlier this spring, first as hand-made signs, then sold in limited quantities. The Greenwich Sentinel Foundation, a 501(c)(3), undertook the effort to purchase and distribute subsequent signs in a larger quantity so they would be available to everyone. The stories of why people want to display a GPD sign in their yard are heartwarming, emotional, and inspiring. In one retelling, a woman was at Tod’s Point this summer with her young child. Her son had an accident and was in need of medical attention. Within minutes, a Greenwich police officer was by their side and stayed until medical assistance arrived. What might have been a very scary situation was ameliorated by the calm, professionalism of this officer. Other inspiring stories come from the many family members of officers who have requested signs like the father whose son was going on his very first patrol as a full-time officer. He was nervous and proud and wanted to have a sign in his yard for his son to see. The conversations can be emotional as well. Many family members don’t understand why their loved one’s are under attack. These are fathers and mothers, brothers and sisters, sons and daughters who want to serve and protect their community. Eight months ago, when the COVID pandemic began, they and all the first responders and medical workers were our heroes because they were all on the front lines. Today, the pro-GPD signs are a small but non-political public way to let the Greenwich Police Department know we support them when they need it most. Over a thousand have been distributed so far. If you would like a GPD sign, please email Kate@ GreenwichSentinelFoundation.org. The Foundation still has a few left.

communities that they serve. The role of the police in our communities runs deep and extends well beyond public safety as evidenced by countless examples over the years that go unnoticed and are often taken for granted. The support and reverence of law enforcement is something that our family holds dear and we believe there is no greater example of selfless public service for our young children. I believe the signs

money to host all these years. It might be symbolic that Greenwich (once considered as a host location for this organization), along with most of America, does not take part in this marking of 75 years, after all America does not take credit for their endless support worldwide of the values the UN represents. America hosts and the biggest financial supporter with endless foundations around the country that create and support the UN's efforts around the world. Although we hear little or nothing aboutthat, rest assured that UN would not be celebrating 75 years of efforts if it had not ben for the United States of America.

I feel that, especially this year with 75 years since WWII, the current pandemic, and elections etc., that we should take a moment and remember that our leaders should place their work and efforts into ensuring everybody has Freedom, Human dignity/rights , health and education, etc. ~ not to benefit one individual or family, but all. We are only custodians of the World and its resources. So please wear “UN BLUE” (or at least ‘think’ this Saturday) and if you have time, explore https://www.un.org/en/observances/ un-day David Chr. Wold~“Soldier” for the UN

Endorsement for Fiorello

To the Editor: I am writing to support the candidacy of Kimberly Fiorello, the Republican and Independent Party candidate, for representative f rom Distr ict 149 representing pa r ts of Greenwich and Stamford. As a former senior U.S. Treasury official in the first Bush administration, I was able to secure passage of important legislation through a Congress controlled by the opposite party. As a result of this experience, I know the importance of being able to work across party lines to enact legislation. I learned during my time in Washington that legislative bodies function best, when politicians from both MUSINGS FROM EUGENE SUROWITZ

About ten minutes before the theoretical start of the first Presidential debate-like thing, I dutifully sat down in front of the television complex and waited for the expected squabble to commence. It did as threatened. At three minutes into the speakers mouthings, two for the trumpet and one for the unbidden, I developed an urge to hear the squawking of Donald Duck and the other denizens of Scrooge McDuck’s mansion. I gave the cable box control the appropriate pokes to command it to run the Duck Tales season

parties listen to the facts, respect each other’s views, and compromise when necessary to pass meaningful legislation. Legislators who base their decisions on principles need not be at loggerheads with their peers who hold different principles or views. As long as both sides are genuine and honest in their dealings, differences in their positions can be bridged more often than not, and effective legislation can be enacted without rancor. The heartfelt endorsement K imberly received from Joseph Duffy, a lifelong Democrat now serving on the Governor’s Development Services Council, indicates that Kimberly can be the type of legislator who reaches across the

aisle to members of the other party and engages in diplomatic, purposeful discussions to craft the legislation the citizens of Connecticut need and deserve. Such careful consideration of issues a nd t houg ht f u l, non-pa r t isa n conversations should never be precluded by party loyalty or affiliation. I believe Kimberly understands this and will be the kind of legislator who acts collaboratively to benefit the citizens of her district. I strongly endorse Kimberly Fiorello for State Representative for District 149 and urge those in her district to vote for her on November 3rd. Michael Basham

“Quack Pack!” three episode “Quack Pack!” The box promptly rebooted. I was back where I had started with the human quacks having at it. The box may have gotten fed up too. When I prodded it again, it obeyed my wishes (or its own) and began the episode. The Duck brigade finds itself in trapped as themselves in a television show. Frustrating situations prevent them from engaging in their usual adventures, treasure hunts, and fantastic encounters; instead they are restricted to mundane versions of their efforts.

Donald speaks normal English instead of his typical quack-talk. It evolves that Donald has “wished” everyone into his fantasy of having a “normal” life. And the Donald does not want to go back to reality! To continue my own escapism from reality, I went on to the 1920s Toronto of Frankie Drake (no gander intended). Giving up on Frankie and Friends after twenty minutes, I found my timing was superb: back on live television, they were packing it in, hugging their wives, and running from the absolutely offended squawking of netizen commentary.

OpEd

The Kathleen Stowe We Know By Peter Sherr and Karen Kowalski When you first meet Kathleen Stowe, you’re struck by her warm nature and confident handshake. L i ke m a ny ot h e r G r e e nw ic h parents, Stowe is a busy person – mom of 3 k ids, f ull-time executive in her family’s company, community volunteer, sports coach and BoE member. We wer e su r pr i s e d when Kathleen decided to run for an office in Hartford because Kathleen often says she is “over-subscribed" and we’ve seen many things fall between the cracks. Kathleen is Vice-Chairman of the BoE, Chairman of the Finance

Com m it te e , Cha i r ma n of t he Policy Committee, Liaison to the Greenwich BET, Board of Parks and Rec, and RTM Education Committee. She was also the Superintendent Search Committee Head and will proudly tell you that she “hired” Superintendent Jones. Never in the history of the BoE have the Chairman and Vice Chairman appointed themselves to preside over all the BoE’s standing committees concentrating all the work in their own hands. So, it was unsurprising this year when there were major failures governing Greenwich Schools.

T h e Po l i c y C o m m i t t e e i s r e sp on si ble to e s t a bl i sh t he policies of the BoE that govern the whole system and make sure the Superintendent implements them. No one saw Covid 19 coming. But two years ago, Kathleen’s Policy Committee passed a pandemic policy requiring Schools to have Education Continuation Plan. Did the school administrators have one? Nope. The failure of GPS Distance Learning last spring is well known. Stowe’s Finance Committee is responsible to formulate the BoE’s Budgets and oversee their proper management. This past year, the BoE’s finances have been an absolute mess. Faced with the uncertainties of Cov id, the Tow n’s Finance Board told all departments including Schools there would be no spending increases next year. Rather than provide leadership, Stowe did not call her committee to meet for almost four weeks. Instead, she punted the issue to

the new Superintendent Jones who promptly inf lamed the community and made enemies of the majority leadership of the BET. When the Committee finally did meet, Stowe offered no guidance to the Superintendent who was proposing cutting school librarians, talented and gifted education, and early foreign language teaching wh i le preser v i ng back-of f ice administrators at the central office. At the same time, the BoE’s newly hired finance administrator fou nd t hat t he accou nti ng i n t he c u r rent ye a r budget had been mishandled and Board’s finances were not as actually as reported. Rather than step back as Budget Chairman asking the responsible Superintendent for a clear explanation, Stowe continued to repeat the false narrative that schools didn’t have enough money. An embarrassing episode for an experienced finance executive on her watch. This all resulted in the

“underfunded” BoE returning to the Town $2.0 million unspent but badly needed money to Town cof fers. The shamef ul result was our parent and ta xpayer community spent months tearing e ach ot her ap a r t wh i le st a f f endured unnecessary employment worries at the height of Covid anxiety. To add insult to injury, it was revealed by members of the RTM who had w ritten a resolution condemning the majority leadership of the BET that Board leadership and the Superintendent had “colluded” in the drafting of the attack and overtly politicizing our “bi-partisan” schools. Further, we were disappointed when Stowe stood by and said nothing while Superintendent Jones banned on-line teaching last spring, refused to teach the Board approved arts curriculum, and dickered about school sports. Other Board members stepped up to provide leadership while Chairman

Bernstein and Vice Chairman Stowe had provided none. These types of mistakes should not be surprising. There was a clue last year when Kathleen formulated and negotiated Superintendent Jones employment contract. Under its terms, Dr. Jones can quit at any time with adequate notice, but the BoE cannot terminate the Superintendent except in cases of extreme negligence or unlawful conduct. How did such a one-sided contract get written? Kathleen is like so many other Greenwich parents. Committed, i nvolve d, engage d, busy a nd ambitious for her kids and family. As colleagues who know her the question must be asked, does she have the bandwidth for the jobs including the BoE position she pledges to keep if elected? Our experience serving with her says no. Peter Sherr and Karen Kowalski are both members of the Board of Education.

Zoning is on the Ballot

By Kimberly Fiorello Zoning and cancel culture are on the ballot this November. Activists and legislators in Hartford have plans to change how we live in our towns. They claim they have “a moment” upon which to capitalize and force the citizens of Greenwich and Stamford to conform to their views. The moment? These raciallycharged months of protests and riots in parts of our country. Their agenda? To denounce Connecticut as one of the most racially segregated states in the c ou nt r y, ge o g raph ic a l ly a nd economically. Back their accusation with statistics, studies, and books by thinkers who think like them. Then, demand that the only solution is a statewide takeover of local zoning laws that would result in denser housing and less open space than we now value. The problem with their logic is that people of all skin tones are moving into Connecticut now to escape the density of New York City and embrace the one comparative advantage our state still offers – open living spaces in cozy bucolic towns. Their proposal would eliminate this advantage to the detriment of us all. This September, attorneys from the Open Communities Alliance took aim at the local zoning rules of Woodbridge, a quaint New England

town listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Their first salvo was an application to Woodbridge’s Planning and Zoning Commission for a four-unit house on a 1.5 acre lot zoned for a single-family home. If the town rejects the project, the applicants say they will go to court to force a complete overhaul of what they call Woodbridge’s “exclusionary” zoning regulations. How the courts might rule could have far-reaching implications for towns across Connecticut. In the state legislature, State Senator Saud Anwar, Chair of the Housing Committee, drafted a bill, LCO 3508: An Act Concerning Legislation For Special Session Concerning Zoning and Affordable Housing that is 32 sections of mandates to dismantle local zoning. It is fully expected that a version of this bill will be brought up in the upcoming January 2021 Session because Anwar, as chair, can raise any bill he desires. In addition, this summer while our state’s economy was in crisis, Senate Democrats felt their time was best used to create a “Juneteenth Agenda” that claimed “individual zoning decisions by towns” were codified policy to exclude “certain people” and demanded that they must be changed. Bolster i ng t h is wholesa le cancelation of local zoning i s a n advo c ac y g r oup c a l le d DesegregateCT led by attorney Sara Bronin, former chair of Hartford’s Planning and Zoning Commission and wife of Hartford mayor Luke Bronin. Allies include influential lobby groups like the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities, the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Connecticut and Connecticut Voices for Children, which in 2019 pushed hard for

regionalization of local schools. Among the sections of Anwar’s bill and DesegegrateCT’s action plan are: • Allow as-of-right development of “duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes, cottage clusters, and townhouses” in at least 50% of the area within ½ mile radius of a transit station, or at least 50% of the area within a ¼ mile radius of a commercial district. See any map of Greenwich for what this might mean for changing the character of Greenwich Ave and the Greenwich train station. “As-ofright” means exactly what you think it means – developers have the right to build housing regardless of what that would do to the look, feel and character of the local community. • A nd by t he w ay, t he wor d “character” would be canceled from state law under DesegregateCT’s proposal because in their view the word “character” is code for racism and classism. DesegregateCT wants to replace the word “character” with their preferred architectural standards because this will make zoning commissioners “think more carefully – or work harder – before The Connecticut Federation blocking a housing development.” of Planning and Zoning Agencies, • Allow public housing authorities in its recent Fall 2020 quarterly to expand their areas of operation newsletter, studied Anwar’s bill by 15 miles into “opportunity and reasoned, “this legislation areas.” Any municipality that has is u n ne ce ss a r y as ne a rly a l l not reached the state-mandated municipalities have taken steps to goal of having 10% of its housing amend their zoning regulations so stock deemed affordable is an that a variety of housing choices are o p p o r t u n i t y a r e a . S o , b o t h available to residents of this state.” In July 2019, Oregon became Norwalk and Stamford’s Housing Authorities, which are within 15 the first state to actually ban singlemiles of Greenwich, could build in family zones. Do we want to follow Greenwich, since only 5% housing Oregon’s lead? For Connecticut’s part, in 1989, qualifies as officially affordable. (Note: Greenwich actually has 10% the state legislature mandated a affordable housing if privately- goal of 10% affordable housing owned affordable housing on the (section 8-30g) for every town in the state. But the governmental rental market are counted.)

mandate remains controversial and problematic as it has failed to spur construction of affordable housing. And in some cases has become a tool for some builders intent on “predatory development.” C a n c e l i n g tow n l a n d u s e commissions and handing over local zoning control to “experts” in Hartford should be an affront to anyone who believes in selfgovernment and the right to private property. New Haven mayor’s July 2020 call for a “segregationist tax” was shocking for its incendiary title, but was nothing more than a demand for a statewide property tax on Connecticut’s towns. Connecticut would benefit from

a larger supply of different types of affordable housing for those in financial need, the young, the elderly, the divorced, and more. For many, housing choices are directly tied to one’s ability to earn a living, keep more of their pay check, and enjoy lower costs via lower taxes, fees, and energy bills. This will be my priority in Hartford to the benefit of every constituent of every skin tone. Frustrated by Connecticut’s woes, we know many nutmeggers have voted with their feet. But for those of us who are still here, of all skin tones, we are in this together to save our state. Kimberly Fiorello is a Republican candidate for state representative.

Coming into Focus

By Dan FitzPatrick For a long time now I have watched with consternation and conf usion as just about ever y pillar of the foundation of my belief in the civil society into which I was born and which I grew to appreciate and respect has been attacked, undermined, minimized, misrepresented or ignored. The consistency, continuity and near universality of these attacks – some overt, most subtle and insidious – suggested to me some organized effort or purpose, but the scale and pervasiveness of what I was witnessing, I thought would be well beyond the imagining of even the most creative conspiracy theorist. And yet day after day, year after year, I would see or hear something that did not make sense, that did not fit with my understanding of the facts or the nature of the organization or principle being attacked. The height (or depth) of this effort involved attacks on our national Constitution, t he l itera l cor nerstone of ou r American way of life, the protector of our individual liberties and the authorizer – and limiter – of our national government. Incredibly, these attacks came not from foreign sources but from our own social and political leaders, including many who had personally sworn an oath of office “to support and defend the

Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic.” Initially, I kept these concerns to myself. More recently, I have found that expressing them carries risk. Somehow, we as a nation have allowed the development of a “woke” mindset and “cancel” culture that attacks and beats down any views or expression of opinion that do not conform strictly to the f luid and evolving beliefs and prescriptions of the then-current “politically correct” social orthodoxy. How in the world did we get to this place? I think I now have a clue. I recently read David Horowitz’s 2018 book, “Dark Agenda.” It is a compelling – and disturbing – analysis of the concerted attack on two of the pillars I personally care deeply about: organized religion (Christianity in particular) and the Constitutional guarantee of religious liberty. His thesis is that religion – the belief in a transcendent authority – is the most powerful obstacle to those wishing to transform American society along the lines of a secular, socialist ideology. He makes the case that those advocating this change do not seek to effect it through evolutionary means (i.e., following the existing rules for change) but rather to force it through other (i.e., revolutionary) action. It is a sobering account, but illuminating in a number of important ways. In 1867, Karl Marx published the first volume of “Das Kapital” in which he laid out his theories on capitalism and the interrelationship between capital (the owning class) and labor (the working class). In Marx’s view, all profit results from the “exploitation of labor” and thus capitalism is founded on the interaction between the “oppressor” (owners) and “oppressed” (workers) classes. Ultimately, in

Alinsky would have been elated and Orwell likely would have been terrified. his words, the “capitalist class becomes unfit to rule, because it is incompetent to assure an existence to its slave within his slavery.” This then results in the collapse of the capitalistic system, leaving the working class holding all economic and political power. Thus, was born the concept of class warfare and the categorization of just about everyone into the categories of oppressor (the “haves”) and oppressed (the “have nots”). Note that those terms are intentionally value-laden: the oppressed are inherently considered “good,” as a result the diametrically opposed oppressors must therefore be considered “bad,” and the good class has a moral obligation to oppose and defeat the bad class by any and all means, without consideration of cost. Today, we see the echoes of Marx’s thinking everywhere, often used as means or justification in the pursuit of agendas by those seeking power, as opposed to progress. We see it most particularly in the statements and actions of those looking to divide us further as a nation, to pit one group against another. As Saul Alinsky, the “father” of community organizers, wrote in his book “Rules for Radicals,” “In the beginning the organizer’s first job is to create the issues or problems.” What could possibly be the reason for creating problems and discord? Alinsky provides the answer: to sow confusion and doubt in the mind of the people and make fertile the ground for revolution. He writes, “Any revolutionary change must be preceded by a passive, affirmative, non-challenging attitude toward

change among the mass of our people. They must feel so frustrated, so defeated, so lost, so futureless in the prevailing system that they are willing to let go of the past and chance the future.” That future, presumably, would be socialistic. This perspective helps me to make some sense of recent events and developments: the rise of individual and group “victimhood;” hate speech; revisionist history (particularly on the topic of our nation’s founding); demonization of wealth and the wealthy; balkanization of our citizenry into self-identified and exclusionary ethnic, racial and religious groups; lack of tolerance of competing viewpoints; the concepts of “white privilege” and “systemic racism;” the anger in our political discourse; the proclivity to take offense at just about anything; the breakdown in governmental processes and rejection of compromise as a tool to “getting things done;” the appalling failure of local political leaders to protect their constituents from harm by lawbreakers; and the deeply destructive tactic of personalization and ad hominem attacks on those holding or expressing divergent views. This last element is classic Alinsky: his 13th and f inal rule reads, “’Pick the target, freeze it, personalize it, and polarize it.’ Cut off the support network and isolate the target from sympathy. Go after people and not institutions; people hurt faster than institutions.” What a cynical viewpoint, and yet we see evidence of its inf luence and use every day in attacks on the people – including historical f igures –

positions, institutions and principles that I have looked to as the basis for my belief in the underlying goodness and reasonableness of our American society. I am left to wonder - are we being set up for some “transformational” change that would be, at least to my mind unwelcome? And if so, how might we know? We used to pride ourselves in saying that our nation was one ruled by laws and not by men. Recently, we’ve witnessed the rule of law break down spectacularly in some of our largest cities, with violent mobs running unrestrained, often without consequences. I’d say that’s a pretty good sign. However, as troubling as that is, I actually think that there is a larger, more dangerous “mob” in constant action that needs to be considered: the media, both mass and social. George Orwell’s book “1984” was prophetic in its warnings about the dangers of succumbing to group think, enforced by Thought Police in his dystopian world “fallen victim to perpetual war, omnipresent government surveillance, historical negationism and propaganda.” I believe that Or well would see parallels to his work in the way in which our traditional media currently operates, by substituting opinion for news and twisting editorial content to fit particular political viewpoints and agendas. I believe he would recognize it as propaganda and would be saddened to know that his warnings were not heeded, and his predictions had come true. But neither Orwell nor Alinsky could have foreseen the creation of the internet and its rise in influence to a level greater than traditional media. If they had, Alinsky would have been elated and Orwell likely would have been terrified. Whereas traditional media always had the

potential to veer into propaganda (one could argue that it has now done so), it historically remained self-governed; internet-based “social” media, on the other hand, is essentially unregulated and ungoverned. It thus has the potential to act in a moblike manner, editing and censoring information, influencing opinion and punishing users who stray from its unconstrained vision of truth and acceptable behavior. Ironically, the tool which could support the freest of all speech has become a potential threat to freedom of speech, the Thought Police of today, enforcing the dictates of political correctness. So, what are we to do about all this? First, don’t lose hope; to be informed and forewarned is to be forearmed. Read Horowitz’s book (he has actually written a number of them touching on this topic). Consider what you are hearing and experiencing with an open mind, mak ing your ow n conclusions about what seems rig ht and what seems wrong, what may be incomplete or biased, or just plain crazy. Speak up if you are willing (but be prepared to endure social opprobr ium if your v iews are considered out of the mainstream). Second, I believe we all need to heed the early 19th century warning of Joseph de Maistre: “Toute nation a le government qu'elle mérite” (Every nation gets the government it deserves). If we are comfortable with the status quo, then there is nothing to do. If not, then there potentially is much to do. “We the people” are our nation, and our Constitution gives us the right to choose our leaders and the direction in which we wish to be led. If so inclined, we have an opportunity early next month to exercise that right.

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Halloween

Scare Yourself Silly with a Perfect Halloween Movie Night

By Emma W. Barhydt I take Halloween very seriously. The entire month of October is spook-ified with the seven days before Halloween b ei ng t he mo st i nten s e , a nd therefore designated Halloweek. However, at twenty-one years old I can no longer don a princess costume and roam the streets in search of candy, no matter how much I may want to. The ways I celebrate look a little different than they did when I was eleven, but by no means are they any less important. Halloween is one of the most fun holidays to celebrate, and Blessing of the Halloween Costumes this weekend Greenwich at Christ Church October 25th Kids are invited to come in costumes and don't worry, we won't forget the Halloween candy. Drive-Thru anytime between 12-2pm in front of the TomesHiggins house.

Feature Column

By Cristina Vittoria I received a phone call from a young woman this past week who asked if she could interview me for her college application. The required essay asked the applicant to w r ite a b out a com mu n it y builder. While I was f lattered by her suggestion that I was a community builder, I thought of all the kids and partners in my daily life and strongly felt that in this moment of managing the COVID pandemic, we've all become community builders. Leading an organization that supports families in our community during this health

the ways to do so are obvious as a child. Wear your costume to school, go trick-or-treating, gorge yourself on candy-- all with the usual childhood glee at being out after dark and hoarding candy like a small dragon. The ways to celebrate Halloween as an adult is a little more subtle but no less fun! In fact, relearning how to celebrate Halloween can even unlock those feelings of childhood glee once more. My p r e fe r r e d - - a n d fo o l proof -- method for celebrating Halloween is to carve pumpkins in front of the ultimate Halloween Movie Marathon and a bowl of treats. That may seem like an open ended invitation to find your own favorite Halloween movies, but I assure you it is not. Over the course of six Halloweens, I have curated the ultimate Halloween movie binge list for your enjoyment this October 31st. Four movies is the perfect amount to watch over the course of the day. Just to have in the background or to really watch Pumpkintown USA East Hampton, CT; All month Enjoy a journey through the Pumpkintown Forest in the comfort and safety of your own vehicle. A scenic 1-mile drive through picturesque autumnal landscapes with more than 30 Pumpkinhead people. For reservations: pumpkintown.com

It’s time to turn off the front porch lights, blow out the jack-o-lantern candle, and head to bed. A Hallow’s Eve well spent. is up to you. I usually find that it takes me about two movies to finish carving my pumpkins and the others are celebratory, to enjoy with some hard earned candy. A positively overwhelming amount of blankets is a must, as well as a fuzzy friend. Be it your pet, your significant other or friend, or a newly adopted werewolf, having a companion will make your night that much more enjoyable. The best way to order your movies is to alternate between scary and fun so that you get in a good Halloween fright, but you’re never so scared you have to sleep with the lights on. Start of f your night by

watch i ng Ha l lowe en (1978) . It doesn't get better than this cla s sic i n ter m s of t hem at ic appropriateness, that’s for sure. Hearing the opening theme roll gets you in the spirit before settling down to start carving some pumpkins. Next, move on to Ghostbusters (1984). Another classic, but this one is a total feel good movie. It’s difficult not to crack a smile while watching Ghostbusters, and it’s a welcome relief from the fright of the first film. It’s a great movie to watch while you’re finishing up your pumpkin carving too, because by now you’ve probably seen Ghostbusters enough times

to have it memorized, so you don’t necessarily need to be watching 100% of the time. A f t e r yo u’ve f i n i s h e d up pumpkin carving, taken a little clean up break, and set out your pumpkins along with a bowl full of candy (and a “take one” sign that will inevitably be ignored) on your front steps, it’s time to budle back up in your blankets and watch The Sixth Sense (1999). This movie is the perfect mix of scary and creepy. There’s something about the way the ghosts in the mov ie are so ag g ressive that makes my skin crawl. Finally, it’s time to finish up the movie marathon with perhaps

Halloween at the Bedford Playhouse October 25th - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

Owl-ween & Creepy Crawly Spectacular Greenwich on October 30th Join the Audubon for this fun virtual program to meet owls and creepy crawly critters up close. A unique opportunity to me et a va r iet y of owls, snakes, lizards, and a tarantula! greenwich.audubon.org

Ghouls in the Garden Greenwich, October 31st An afternoon of frightful family fun! Head to the Greenwich Botanical Center in costume and trick or treat along a SAFE and spooktacular haunted walk . greenwichbotanicalcenter.org

October 31st - Hocus Pocus Screenings will take place on the Rippowan school field. https://bedfordplayhouse.org/

my favorite Halloween movie of all time: Practical Magic (1998). From the casting to the costumes, ever y t h i ng a bout t h is mov ie is absolutely iconic and if you haven’t seen it, you’re missing out. Practical magic hits all of the right Happy Halloween notes. Witches, ghosts, romance, magic, pointy black hats, and even toads! This movie will leave both your night on a good note and you smiling. At this point in the evening, your candy bowl on your front porch is empty, your “please take one” sign is destroyed or gone in the breeze, and the last of the trick-or-treating stragglers are headed home. It’s time to turn off the front porch lights, blow out the jack-o-lantern candle, and head to bed. A Hallow’s Eve well spent. Remember, no matter how yo u c e l e b r a t e H a l l owe e n o r what movies you watch, what’s impor tant is to have f un and be safe. Happy Halloween preparations everyone!

Safe but Spooky Haunted Halloween Trail Greenwich, October 31st Round Hill f iref ighters are hosting a “Safe but Spooky Haunted Halloween Trail” on October 31 from 3pm – 8pm at its firehouse, 166 Old Mill Road. Children can come in costume.

Children and Education

You Can Be a Community Builder crisis has been a privilege and an honor. Communities are a unified body of individuals. Where there might have been pronounced differences among youth preCOVID, one of the pandemic's positive aspects is that our youth have nat u ra l ly b ecome more empathetic a nd awa re of the hardships others are facing. The inherent dilemma presented by COVID-19 is that it simultaneously requires that we abandon most of the social components that make us community builders while also demanding that we place the needs of our community ahead of our own by exhibiting personal responsibility. It goes against our very fundamental nature to not stop and help someone by picking up an item they dropped or holding a child's hand when they need reassurance. We expect adults to understand and bear this burden, but are we asking too much of our children to do the same? Childhood and teen years

Where there might have been pronounced differences among youth pre-COVID, one of the pandemic's positive aspects is that our youth have naturally become more empathetic and aware of the hardships others are facing. are about freedom. It's supposed to be a time to wander, explore, cement friendships, share with buddies, confide in one another. Making sacrifices is something we gradually learn into adulthood, but now children are being asked to change their routines, patterns, lifestyles, urges, needs. Their sacrifices seem small, but when you look closely, children are the ones who are being asked to alter their lives in ways that are contrar y to their natural development. We tell them, "Keep

your mask on all day; don't touch your face; wash your hands; don't hug your friends; don't shout; don't sing; play sports but don't play the way you used to; quiet in the house, mom's on zoom." These are complicated and onerous rules for children to follow all day, every day, with no end in sight. Despite these constraints, I have seen the incredible way our kids have stepped up and done their part over the past seven months. Since June 29, I have watched hundreds of kids take

part in 10 weeks of summer camp at our Club and now attend afterschool and evening programs in signif icantly modif ied and restr icted ways. Ever y day I see k ids step up and do their part as community members. While lending a peer an extra mask or being respectful when a friend says they "need space" may seem like small gestures of u nde r s t a nd i n g , t he s e a r e tangible moments of our youth maturing. It usually takes time for children to understand their role

in the community, but COVID has accelerated this learning curve. In my role, I try to facilitate opportunities for our youth and adults to help one another, and as a result, strengthen our supportive Greenwich community. While we all may grow restless with increased rules and restrictions, we follow them because we are all members of this community working together for the collective good. So, in my interview, I told the young woman that community building starts by instilling a sense of purpose and belonging among the youth in my community. I believe that if kids can respond positively in times of crisis, then so can we. Their smiles, laughter, and optimism make this community an exceptional place to live. Cristina Vittoria became CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich in July. Prior to this role, she served as Vice President of Development at the Club. Originally from California, she and her family have lived in Riverside for 16 years.

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Children and Education

Feature Column

An Outside the Box New Strategy to Raise Successful Adults

By Lockey Webb Coughlin They Roll Their Eyes I r u n a sma l l educationa l resou rce sha r ing center that generally serves a little over fifty students. Trying to keep people from labeling it a ‘school’ is a battle that I fight every day. My parents, students, and teachers call it a school and I correct them, “It is not a school.” They roll their eyes. “What am I supposed to call it then?” I give them the list: A resource sharing center Education without Walls or EWoW Classes Tutoring 65 Bridge (our address) Or how about Home of the brave, the brilliant, and the miraculous. They seem to find this very frustrating. Labeling is easy. It allows us to op en ou r ment a l f i l i ng cabinet, cataloging all things into their appropriate places. When t ra nslated to education, t h is need to label things becomes particularly detrimental. Classes that are labeled ‘math’ o r ‘s c i e n c e ’ o r ‘ h i s t o r y ’ o r ‘English’ omit so much from the developmental experience. How are students supposed to learn to make connections, develop p r o b l e m- s o l v i n g s k i l l s , a n d think autonomously when such specific categorical distinctions are superimposed upon their education? This column is about exactly how can we do it better. Who is Your Problem-solving Super Hero? Memorization and regurgitation are of paramount importance for young children, they are terrif ic at it; but they

Feature Column

By Jim Heus A dramatic change can be difficult for anyone. As parents a nd as educators, the hea lth crisis presented by COVID-19 has created a once-in-a-lifetime scenario for us and our families. Many of us are work ing from home or just starting to go back to work. We’re juggling children who are remote learning or hybrid learning, while understanding and supporting the precautions and protocols that go with our

are beyond boring for almost anyone over the age of 11 or 12 years old. Then, they need to learn differently; they need to be challenged differently. What if, instead, we challenge them to solve problems, which is fun for most of us? Humans relish a challenge. Minecraft, video games, chess, escape rooms, crossword puzzles, K-2, sudoku, the best-ever peach pie - what is your favorite? Educators that insist students constantly memorize facts, regurgitate information, and work in a vacuum are inhibiting your child’s developmental potential. Who is your problem-solving hero: Albert Einstein, Sherlock Holmes, Christopher Kimball, Garry Kasparov, or maybe an NFL coach like Bill Parcells (who took three different franchises to Con ference Cha mpionsh ip games)? My favorite these days is Bryson DeChambeau, a hugely successful professional golfer who has used his physics degree and interest in nutrition to change his game. He is one of the many inspirations for having a pool table here at Education without Walls – geometry and physics every day. Sneaky. "Where is history?" History is a true passion of mine. This is a relatively recent development. I detested history in school. Even though I love it now, I resist placing history classes on our middle school schedule. This upsets parents to no end. “Where is history – I don’t see it on the schedule. There is no geography, either?” Middle school students are hy per-focused on human interaction, i.e. socia l sk i l ls. So, we offer a cross-curricular class called "World Languages, Cook ing, and Culture", which allows time for immersive study of other cultures through cooking, language, history, geography, art, and political structure. Our year of romance languages, for example, begins with Latin and the Romans, moving on to all things Italian, French, Spanish, and Portuguese, with 6 – 8 weeks for each. We have years dedicated to Germanic and

Education without Walls graduates are Ivy League and mini-ivy league school attendees, have achieved CEO status at 20 years old, are successful entrepreneurs, and all our college graduates so far have acheived Magna Cum Laude honors. Asian concentrations, as well. Fun, memorable, a great deal of breadth, not a single worksheet required, and something the students will use for a lifetime. Our answer to middle school science is ca l led "Questions, Inquiries, and Conundrums". The kids love it and list it as their favorite class consistently. I call it a ‘follow your nose’ class, which allows students to ask and answer t hei r ow n q ue st ion s. Re cent topics have been mustelidae (the Family including honey badgers, wolverines, and skunk s), the science of sleep, the effects of nutritional deficits, and the physics of figure skating. For social sciences in high school, we teach classes like “We Didn’t Start the Fire,” which, while not Billy Joel’s best song, is a fantastic list of topics to cover if you want to learn about the cold war and post-WWII culture. Mr. Joel was even kind enough to put it in chronological order so that every time the kids hear the song, the topics are reinforced. L o ok i n g for mor e r i gor? How about something like "Revolutions"? This class studies revolutions, their causes, and outcomes. Very dense, difficult material and forget a textbook. Economics, psychology, history, philosophy, and luminaries like Hannah Arendt and Gene Sharp are not covered in one place and if they were, the text would no doubt be an insurmountable list of names and dates, burying the most important concepts of the curriculum. The f inal? Write a research paper that predicts a future revolution. One of our

students famously predicted the there it is. Venezuelan revolution. We want students to complete their high school education having An Alternative Approach to touched on numerous topics, Advanced Placement Classes so they have both a strong base Advanced placement classes, from which to launch their college very clearly labeled and boxed up, studies, a nd one f rom wh ich are simply counter-productive. to choose a direction for their If a student is taking AP Biology, degree. This is almost impossible for example, they are putting a i n a t r a d it i o n a l h i g h s c h o o l huge amount of their time, which environment where AP and now often requires pre-class work the IB classes are pushed as the way previous summer, and is a quarter into the college of their dreams; or to a third of their science education, where the time and investment in into learning biology. AP Biology standardized test outcomes dwarfs does not, by the way, include all the same in art or music. life science disciplines. It excludes But AP classes confer college foundational information like credits and save money, you say. human anatomy, among others. This is true only if they succeed This intense study leaves very little on the test. Some of our current room for exploring other topics high school students are on track that might interest that student to graduate from high school with and, all too often, puts them off the 15 to 30 stress-free college credits. life sciences all together. No traumatic tests or APs required An alternative approach, based because they are enjoying dualon the German model of science enrollment with a local university. education, is to offer topics that Calm and happy, even in these include physics, chemistry, and c r a z y t i m e s , t h e y a r e o f t e n biology all four years of a student’s surprised by their own success. high school education. With two When I sm ile a nd say, “Why or three science teachers working are you surprised? You have the as a team, learners get to dive benefit of an excellent education in, exploring connections deeply. and you work hard,” they often Some private schools in Greenwich look perplexed. But what they say are now using this approach. is, “Yeah, I know.” Science teachers love this curriculum, because they can The Case for Breadth, cover, for example, the chemistry Not Depth of osmosis and the applications of One of the many difficulties osmosis in biology simultaneously. with all of this is that it does not Labs are designed to cover both life fit neatly into anyone’s checklist and physical sciences depending o f r e q u i r e m e n t s f o r a h i g h on the interest of the students school diploma. Students and and the passion of the instructors. their parents compare the list of Right now, we have scorpions in requirements for an Education the building. Not sure how they without Walls diploma with that convinced me to allow that, but of public or even private schools,

and they have a lot of trouble with my list, which is longer. There is more breadth and less depth to my suggestions. Classes here involve more independent thought, more problem-solving, and less drudgery. Once enrolled, parents grumble that their kids have too much free time and not enough homework. How could they be learning if they are not studying for te sts a nd st re sse d a b out their grades? I question this often, as well. I graduated from an elite private high school, myself, and that often colors my perception of what constitutes a strong education. And then I go back and look at our outcomes. Education without Walls graduates are Ivy League and miniivy league school attendees, have achieved CEO status at 20 years old, are successful entrepreneurs, and all college graduates so far have acheived Magna Cum Laude honors. Easily labeled successes abound, but there are also students for whom the completion of college classes in and of itself is a success. One thing they have in common is that they are invested in their own continuuing education. So, why do I resist the label of school? While certainly not always the case, the word school implies ex tensive internal str ucture, bureaucracy, a lack of parental involvement, and a lack of choice for students. One-stop shopping for education does not mean the best. Parental involvement and st udent i nvest ment a re bot h absolutely essential to a rich and varied education. When this is the case, we get to curate a highly individualized education that is optimized for each individual student. No labels, no boxes, just innumerable problems waiting to be solved. Lockey Coughlin is the Owner of Education without Walls, LLC, a Resource Sharing Group dedicated to excellence in education, as well as the Founder of Webb Youth Services, Inc., a 501(c)3 created to support educational and mental health services for students in need. You can email her at Lockey@ EducationWW.org.

Our Resilient Students student’s return to school. Our resilience and our ability to adapt are key to getting through the current challenges. The same is true for our children. Children thrive on routine, particularly in the classroom, and particularly children who have a learning dif ference (like our students at Eagle Hill School). The COVID-19 crisis had a profound impact on students across the country, personally and academically. Students spent their spring months learning from home, their summer months isolated from friends, and now these early days of the school year feeling uncertain. It has taken incredible resilience for students to improve academically, maintain a social life (even entirely online), and consider the future - all while trying to grasp the short and longterm implications of COVID-19. The skills our children learn now, not just in school, but about t hem selve s a nd t hei r a bi l it y

It has taken incredible resilience for students to improve academically, maintain a social life (even entirely online), and consider the future all while trying to grasp the short and long-term implications of COVID-19. to persevere, are going to be incredibly important and will serve them well through their academic journey and into the future. Here are a few ways we, as caretakers, can help foster resilience and adaptability in our children, particularly as schools return to in-person classes: • Tr y a n d p r e p a r e y o u r children for changes to come, but reassure them about the elements of school that will be the same such as their teachers’ eagerness

to be their learning partner. • Learn from a difficult time by f i nd i ng that si lver li n i ng. Learning from home was difficult for many students, but what are the lessons you and your child can take from that experience? They may have had to adapt their learning style or work even harder to pick up contextual clues on their computer screen. Sometimes the smallest adjustment speaks more to their resolve than just achievement.

• Talk about your feelings/ allow your child to grieve over the losses that change has brought to their life. You don’t need to always problem solve...just being empathetic is sometimes more than enough. • Positive feedback particularly as you see your child adapting to the new scenarios they are presented with. Recognize that learning online can be very trying and tiring and often isolating. Reward their

willingness to stay focused. At Eagle Hill, we’ve welcomed all our students back to campus five days a week. I am continually impressed with their resilience, as they’ve come to learn and adapt to the myriad of new protocols and procedures that are in place to keep them safe. We are working closely with our Psychological Services Team, as well as our parent community, to ensure that students are coping with whatever stress and anxiety they may feel in a healthy way – and in a way that will help them grow emotionally and socially to face challenges in the future. Jim Heus is the Interim Head of School at Eagle Hill. Jim brings more than 40 years of independent school experience to this role, including the past 21 years as a Head of School. Eagle Hill School enrolls students in g rades K–8 with lan g ua gebased learning differences (such as dyslexia, executive function disorder, and ADHD).

Noteworthy Achievments of Greenwich College Students At Buck nell's Outdoor Dance Fe st iva l, i n wh ich R iverside residents Sydney PelletierMartinelli, class of 2021 and Aisling Sullivan, class of 2023 both participated, all the campus was a stage. Claire Schreder was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Schreder was initiated at University of Southern California. Schreder is among approximately 30,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year.

Edson, Nathan Long, and Peter Wall. An in-person Class of 2020 com mencement cer emony is planned for August 2021.

Seton Hall University is pleased to announce Travis Friedlaender has qualified for the Spring 2020 Dean's List.

Juan Rivera, a Finance major from Greenwich graduated from S t . L a w r e n c e U n i v e r s i t y Coastal Carolina University in welcomed these new students Summer 2020. from Greenwich to the Class of Andrew Rivelli, of Cos Cob, 2024: Rachel Caplan, William graduated with the Class of 2020 Goggins, Caitlyn Hone, Eliza during a virtual Commencement Keller, Matthew Lourenco, C e r e m o n y t h i s s u m m e r a t and John Norrgard. Joing them Stonehill College. is Samuel Levy of Bedford. Last spring, St. Lawrence congratulated C h a s e M e t t e r o f C o s C o b these Greenwich students who graduated from Hofstra University graduated from the University in in spring 2020, earning a Bachelor May: Erin Grace Carey, Laura of Arts in Public Relations.

Hamilton College is please to welcome James Grif f in, a graduate of Brunswick School and

SUN Y Morrisville recently announced that Kiley Watson, of Greenwich, CT, was named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2020 semester. Kiley is majoring in Ag Business Development.

Marcella Winget, a graduate of Greenwich High School. Nichols College welcomes Andrew Sarno, of Bedford, as a member of the class of 2024. Colgate University congratulates graduates: Kerianne Adler, a graduate of Rye High School; William Christensen, a graduate

of Greenwich HS Bella House; Kyle Christensen, a graduate of Greenwich HS Bella House; Joshua Erickson, a graduate of Greenwich HS Bella House; Lucy Feidelson from Bedford and a graduate of The Taft School; Sarah Gans, a graduate of Greenwich HS Bella House; Antonia Harris, a graduate of Greenwich Academy; Tyler Petrone, a graduate of King; Benjamin Pratley, a graduate of Greenwich HS Bella House; and Jenna Restieri, a graduate of Greenwich HS Bella House.

Communication & Information Sciences the following from The University of Alabama. James Madison Un iversit y is excited to welcome the class of 2024 including incoming freshman Lillian Fischetti of Cos Cob who will major in economics and Elizabeth Stahl who will major in psychology.

Roger Williams University is proud to announce that Clayton Morrison, of Greenwich, CT, g raduated w it h a B. S. i n Architecture in May as part of the C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s t o D a k o t a Class of 2020. Hirsch who has received a Bachelor of Arts in

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ROUND HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH

Climate Church, Climate World: How People of Faith Must Work for Change

The Rev. Dr. Jim Antal For as long as there has been a serious climate movement in the United States, Jim Antal has been at the forefront. I have stood with him at a hundred demonstrations, languished with him in jail, sweated next to him in paddy wagons. I have listened to him preach the powerful good news— and bad news—about the energy and climate crises from pulpit after pulpit . . . He is on the short list of heroes who have given their all. – Bill McKibben advocate for Climate Justice

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The Dash

By Marek Zabriskie

t he Un ite d Nat ion s. My on ly credentials were that I subscribed to The Economist and had traveled often to Europe. John Whitehead was a particularly interesting. He was distinguished, gentlemanly and wise. When he spoke, everyone listened. He was a legendary Wall Street f igure and was greatly admired. When he started at Goldman Sachs, the f irm was not well known. Then Whitehead created Many years ago, I was invited a list of principles that became t o j o i n a p r e s t i g i o u s b o a r d k n ow n a s W h i t e h e a d s “ Te n composed of archbishops, bishops Commandments.” and international lay leaders. They included: It included the Archbishops • Yo u c a n n e v e r l e a r n of Tanzania and New Zealand, anything when you’re talking. the Chaplain to the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Bishop of New • The respect of one man is York and lay leaders like Larry worth more than acquaintance Huntington, the head of Fiduciary with 100. Trust, Christ Church Greenwich’s • If you get the business, it’s Chuck Royce and Marnie Dawson up to you to see that it’s well Ca r r, a nd t he for mer CEO of handled. Goldman Sachs, John Whitehead. The boa rd was ca l led t he In his autobiography, A Life in International Advisory Board Leadership, Whitehead wrote, “I of t he A n g l ic a n O b s e r ve r to believe the most important thing

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I did was to set down in writing what Goldman Sachs stood for.” Long after John retired, his “Ten Commandments” still hung on the walls of many of the firm’s top stars. John Whitehead was a person of solid principles. Are you one? Our world needs principled people – people of good, honest, and dependable character. One afternoon, I visited John Whitehead in his private office. W hen h is door opened, Joh n escorted a presidential candidate, whom he had been meeting with, out of his office, and ushered me, a minnow by comparison, in. He treated everyone the same. A s we v isited, he told me something that he rarely shared. “When I was growing up,” he said, “I loved the Church and had a priest ever said to me, ‘John, you would make a fine Episcopal priest,’ I would have entered the ministry.” I thought, what a loss for the Church, but then I realized what a great gain for the business world. After all, Episcopalians believe

possessions. But few recall that Francis wrote 28 Admonitions to help his followers lead principled lives. These pr i nciples help t he Franciscans remain faithful to their founder’s spirit 800 years later. You see principled living is the best way to live our life. Francis lived his principles and shared them with others, and that is why he is the most beloved of all the saints. From time to time, I walk ou r Corg i, Wi nston, t h roug h the beautiful and historic cemetery at Christ Church. As he chases chipmunks, I look at the tombstones and read the dates of birth and death and see the dash in between. Each gravestone reminds me of Linda Ellis’ poem, “The Dash,” where she writes about a man who gave a eulogy at the funeral of a friend. He spoke of the dates on his friend’s tombstone and said that what matters most are not the dates but rather the dash.

Obituaries

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Robert Chen

legislation awarding the Congressional Gold Medal Award to WWII veterans of ChineseAmerican descent. His family and friends will remember him for his integrity, courage, patriotism, and miss his infectious energy, words of wisdom, and warmth. A memorial service will take place in the near future.

Julie Chase

Giuliano "Jules" Stabile of Greenwich, CT passed away on Oct. 15, 2020 after a long battle w it h ly mphom a . He w a s 6 5 . Born in Castrovillari, Italy on Feb. 1, 1955 to the late Antonio and Eduarda (Rose) Stabile. He moved to Greenwich when he was 6 years old and attended Cos Cob, Central and Greenwich Hig h School. Jules taug ht physics, chemistr y and math at J.M. Wright Technical High School, Westhill High School and Norwalk Community College. He was active for many years in the Greenwich Council of the Boy Scouts of America. He influenced the lives of many children over his 40-year teaching career and with his work with the Boy Scouts. He was an avid skier, camper and motorcyclist. He enjoyed life to the fullest. He is survived by his wife of 4 4 years, Karen Romel Stabile, children Christopher St a bi le , Br i a n St a bi le ( K a ra Willett), Lauren Stabile (Robert Muskus) and Giuliano A. Stabile, g r a n d c h i l d r e n M a k ay l a a n d Noah Muskus, Lia and Amber Stabile, sister Carmela Perito (Eugenio), nephews Joseph and Eugene Perito and grandnephews Lorenzo and Gino Perito. He was predeceased by his infant son Anthony Stabile. Family and friends gathered on Sunday at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home, Greenw ich. A g r ave s i d e f u n e r a l s e r v i c e was held Monday at St. Mary's Cemeter y. In lieu of f lowers, memorial donations may be made to the Greenw ich

in the priesthood of all believers. This means that everyone has a ministry, and in every arena our principled living is crucial. We serve God by being good parents and good children to our aging parents, good teachers, nurses, financial analysts, judges, scientists and pharmacists. We use our spiritual gifts to contribute to the Common Good, and we thereby do God’s work. If we do it well, others may see hints of God working through us and thus they may be led to learn more about God. Our world needs principled people, moral role models, and mentors. Churches around the world recently celebrated the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. St. Bonaventure called Francis “the co-crucified.” Of all the saints who ever lived, Bonaventure said that Francis came closest to emulating Jesus. Yo u c a n r e a d w o n d e r f u l stories about Francis rebuilding ruined churches, preaching to wild animals or stripping naked and renouncing all wealth and

Robert "Bob" Chen, loving husband of A ie Teck Lau and brother of William Chen and Moon Chen, Jr., passed away on Oct. 14, 2020, at the age of 82. A third-generation Chinese American, Bob was born in 1 9 3 8 to P r i s c i l l a C h a n g a n d C ap t a i n M o o n C h e n , a i r l i n e executive, W WII Veteran and air corps pilot who served under General Chennault as a "Flying Tiger". Bob graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor and Master of Business A d m i n i s t r at i o n , a n d s e r ve d honorably as an infantry platoon leader, paratrooper, and Captain in the US Army. Following his m i l ita r y ser v ice, Bob bu i lt a successful career in finance as an M&A investment banker in Singapore and New York. Since 1956, Bob served as a respected m e m b e r o f F. F. F r a t e r n i t y, the oldest Chinese-A merican fraternal organization in the US. A self less and genuine mentor, Bob inspired young people from all walks of life to "take risks early and set audacious goals". "It's not about me anymore", he would often say. Bob was cofounder and Managing Director of Raf f les Capital Group, Inc. since 1991. He was also an active member of the Second Congregational Church in Greenwich, serving as deacon and council member. I n recent yea rs, Bob worke d tirelessly to help pass bipartisan

Ju l i e J a c k s o n C h a s e , 8 0 , longtime resident of Greenwich, died peacefully on Oct. 4, 2020, surrounded by family at her home in Nor walk , f rom Lew y body dementia. Born in Detroit, Michigan, on Aug. 17, 1940, she grew up in nearby Dearborn. Julie graduated from Ohio Wesleyan Univ. in 1962 with a B.A. in political science and then moved to New York City, where she met and married Hal Chase. She and Hal raised their family in Riverside, CT. In the early 1980s, they acquired K idsbook s, a school book fair company, which they operated as a family business for 15 years. Julie and Hal were married for 51 years, until his death from Parkinson's disease in 2015. Julie was the loving mother of Carrie, Christy, Stephen, Douglas, and Susannah, who predeceased her in 1997. Julie is also survived by her cherished in-laws—daughtersin-law Kelly McCaffrey Chase and Nicole Schneider Chase, son-inlaw Paul Reynolds, ex-son-in-law Geoffrey Greene—and by her 10 adored grandchildren, who called her "Dom my"— Casey, Ja mes, Ryan, Delaney, Anna, Stephen, Matt, Piper, Kate and Kelsey. Julie was a model for how to

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live a life of love and resilience. She was fiercely devoted to her family and wide circle of friends, with whom she shared her wit, warmth, wide-ranging interests, and sage advice. A natural artist, Julie's creativity took many forms, and everything came from her heart. She cultivated exquisite gardens, cooked delectable family meals, knitted sweaters for her children and sewed quilts for her grandchildren, and brought beaut y into the rooms of her family's homes. She raised her children with a love of history, nature, food, art, and books. T h e f a m i l y wou l d l i ke to thank her many kind caregivers, especially Tina Chachanidze and Analecia Hamilton. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a future time. In lieu of flowers, friends may make donations to the Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson's or Audubon Greenwich, the location of Susannah's Wildflower Garden.

Suzanne Obenshain

October 20, 1976 - September 25, 2020. Suzanne Michels Obenshain, age 43, passed away on Sept. 25, 2020, at her home in Waban, Mass. She is survived by her husband, Andrew; three ch i ld ren, Thad (14), Noel le (12), and Zachary (9); parents William and Mary Michels; siblings William Michels and his wife Michelle, Meghan Michels S h e r wo o d a n d h e r h u s b a n d Dan, and Bryan Michels and his husband Gordon; and countless nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Suzanne grew up and g r a du ate d f r o m h i g h s c h o o l in Greenw ich, Connecticut surrounded by a large immediate and extended family who relished l ive ly de b ate a nd c u lt iv ate d strong and opinionated women. Suzanne was a determined child and once she set her mind to something there was no stopping her. Whether it was racing her older brother up a mountain at age five or deciding as a Freshman in high school that she would attend Dartmouth, confidence and determination were her defining attributes throughout her entire life. Suzanne built a resume that could intimidate: a Summa Cu m L aude d i st i nc t ion f r om D a r t mout h Col le ge ; a n M BA with distinction from Harvard Business School; and an investor at well-k now n private equity f irms. In her personal life, she was generous with her friends, encourag ing their successes, challenging them with refreshing directness, and earning their enduring loyalty, respect and love. In 2001, she met her future husband at a wedding of mutual friends, and one became a team. A self-assured woman, she never did the dishes and was the primary

breadwinner. As their family grew with the addition of three children b e t we e n 2 0 0 6 a n d 2 01 1 s h e balanced a career and motherhood and encouraged her children to be as independent as she was. I n 2 01 2 , Su za n ne a nd her family relocated to Paris with her husband's job, fulf illing a lifelong dream to live overseas. She tucked away a nest egg for her family's future and let her sense of adventure supersede her career ambitions. Throughout her seven yea rs overseas, f ive in Pa r is followed by t wo in Zurich, Suzanne immersed herself in new cultural experiences and shared family adventures worth multiple lifetimes. During these advent u r e s she i n st i l le d her love of travel, learning, skiing and hiking in her children. She delighted in the routines of expat life such as trips to the village markets and being corrected for poor French pronunciation by her children. It didn't take long after the f a m i l y m ove d to Eu r o p e fo r others to recognize Suzanne's extraordinary capabilities. Within one year she was invited onto the board of the American School of Paris, and within three she was the Chair. Shortly after the family moved to Switzerland, she accepted a position at an oncology-focused venture capital firm, a role with special meaning for her as she had just emerged from treatment for early stage breast cancer. In February 2019 came the relapse that was never supposed to happen: Stage IV Triple Negative Breast Cancer. Within days of her diagnosis Suzanne dedicated herself to re-establishing her family in the U.S. and beating the unbeatable. She applied the same tenacity to her treatment and care as she did to her personal and professional life, supported by her family and a web of tight-knit friends from all stages of her life who came to her in her moment of need. In nineteen years, Suzanne raised three incredible children and perfected her husband. She spent her last six months selfisolating with her family at her beloved Pleasant Lake in New H a mp sh i r e – a n u nex p e c te d blessing that brought the already close family even closer. This time brought closure to years of shared adventures that are ending too soon. While she leaves her family financially secure, her greatest accomplishment was fulfilling her true life goal: to be remembered as a Good Daughter, Good Sister, Good Mother, Good Wife, and a Good Friend. A small family funeral was held on Oct. 4 in Elkins, NH. A larger celebration of Suzanne's life will be held next Fall where f riends and family can share happy memories and good food. In lieu of f lowers, the family wishes that remembrances be donations to the Suzanne Michels Obenshain Fund: danafarber.jimmyfund.org / goto/suzannemichelsobenshain being established in her name at Dana Farber to focus on the identification of specific subtypes and treatments for Triple Negative Breast Cancer. Please contact Meghan Sherwood at meghan. m.sherwood@gmail.com with any questions you may have.

For the dash represents all the time they spent alive on earth and now only those who loved them know what that little line is worth. For it matters not, how much we own, the cars… the house… the cash. What matters is how we live and love and how we spend our dash. Do you live a principled life? Do you model and teach vital principles to your children and grandchildren? One day, someone will stand and deliver a eulogy at your funeral and will speak about your life. Will you be proud of how you spent your dash? Will the eulogist talk about how you led a principled life? I truly hope that will be the case. The Rev. Marek Zabriskie is the Rector at Christ Church

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Mary Pamela Thomas 69, of Bethel, CT, passed away on Oct. 12 from Cancer. Pam is survived by her husband, A lexander Thomas, her brother and sister William Moshier and Drucinda Moshier, her son Cole Thomas, her daughter-in-law Christine Thomas and her grandchildren Logan Thomas and Sylvia Thomas. I n her you nger ye a rs she graduated from Greenwich High School, shortly after attended Greenwich Hospital School of Nursing and lived on Connecticut Avenue w it h her fa m i ly. She started working with Dr. Vincent Clapp and Dr. Joseph Bisceglia in a OB/GYN clinic in Greenwich delivering babies then moved on to a nursing home caring for the elderly until her retirement. She was a beloved mother, d a u g h t e r, s i s t e r, w i f e a n d grandmother. She will always be remembered as a strong willed, car ing woman, who a lways looked after other's needs before her ow n . She w i l l b e de eply missed, never forgotten and be in our hearts for eternity.

Patricia Leibfried Patricia Ann Leibfried passed away peacefully on Oct. 13, 2020, 37 days after her husband Warren died, at the age of 84. They had a long-lasting marriage of 63 years together. One could say that they knew each other's thoughts. She was the listener and he was the talker. Pat grew up in Philadelphia, PA w it h a n o l d e r s i s te r a n d brother. Her father and older brother were both Dentists. After completing junior college, Pat married Warren at the young age of 21. After a brief Honeymoon on Cape Cod, she followed him to California to support him in completing his MBA at Stanford. After spending time living in the Silicon Valley area, they moved to the East Coast and ultimately settled in Greenwich, CT where she and Warren happily lived for 34 years. Pat enjoyed working at various retail stores, volunteering for the Greenwich Garden Club and always trying to help others when possible. Some of her fondest memories were vacat ion i ng at Poi nt O' Woods Fire Island and traveling with Warren to various parts of the world including China, Africa, Egypt and Russia. Equally important was seeing her children get married and celebrating many birthdays and holidays with her 6 grandchildren. She is sur vived by her daughter, Suzanne, and son, Paul.

The Greater Good: A Call to Action

By Kate Noonan Over the past few weeks you’ve seen a Call to Action list on the front page of the Sentinel. This list is compiled from the many NonProfits which call Greenwich home. This past week I had the pleasure of sitting down at the Sentinel with

Beth Barhydt and Jenny Byxbee to discuss how we can best help the wonderful non-profits in Greenwich and the surrounding areas. There are more than 50 groups we could name in just one sitting. I am the girl who gets giddy over this stuff and I hope to get you onboard too. With so much uncertainty in our macro and micro worlds it is easy to keep our focus small. These days we are tasked with things we could not have imagined previous to 2020: mask storage, hand sanitizer, home schooling, virtual holiday gatherings. Honestly, I can barely make it to the doors of the grocery store with the reusable grocery bags - remembering a mask and

One effective solution to quell my worry is focusing on someone else’s needs. bags is almost impossible for me. Suffice to say everything seems just a bit harder these days. Too often I find I’m stuck in uncertainty and worry, often exhausted by it. One effective solution to quell my worry is focusing on someone else’s needs. I need to reframe my thinking and stop the noise in my head. There are many studies that demonstrate how participating

in charity and community makes us better human beings. The University of California, Berkeley, publishes an online magazine called the Greater Good: Science Based Insights for a Meaningful Life. In their piece titled: 5 Ways Giving is Good for You, they highlight a few benefits of altruism: 1. Giving makes us feel happy 2. Giving is good for our health 3. Giving promotes

cooperation and social connection 4. Giving evokes gratitude 5. Giving is contagious. Okay sign me up. If you are already involved in a Non-Prof it, then reach out to us at the Greenwich Sentinel Fou ndat ion a nd let u s k now how we can help you: k ate@ greenwichsentinelfoundation.org. If you are looking to get involved then read our call to action list, check out your house of worship’s website and see what they need or go check on a neighbor. We all end up better for the interaction. With your help, the Greenwich Sentinel Foundation Calls to Action found success helping Community Centers Inc, Neighbor to Neighbor,

virtual walks and luncheons, and a dozen other charities in town. The Foundation is also sending out welcome bags to new families in town complete in partnership with McArdle's who is generously including a flower arrangment. Mother Teresa said it best: I can do things you cannot, you can do things I cannot; together we can do great things. We are part of a great town, with great schools and great people. Let’s all get onboard for the Greater Good. Kate Noonan MSS MAR works for the Greenwich Sentinel Foundation and as a Chaplain at Greenwich Chaplaincy Services.

Worship Services Information ASSEMBLIES OF GOD Harvest Time Church 1338 King St., 203-531-7778 www.htchurch.com In-Person Worship Services: Sundays: 8:30, 10 & 11:30am (tickets will be made available each week via Eventbrite). Virtual events: Sunday Worship available at htchurch.com & social media outlets. Walking with The King: Mon, 8pm. Find Freedom: Tue, 8:30am, via Zoom. Children's Ministries: Wed, 7-8:30pm (htcgreenwich.eventbrite.com). Evening Prayer Meeting: Fri, 7-8:30pm. ‘GriefShare’ online weekly meeting (credentials to participate will be supplied upon registration). 2020 Children's Christmas Choir begins Oct. 25-Nov. 29, Sun, 11-11:30am, register. The Glory Of Christ (Bible Study): through Nov. 18, 7-8:30pm, register, bit.ly/HTCglorySep20. Life Groups: daily through Nov. 21 (pastoranitta@htchurch. com). BAPTIST First Baptist Church 10 Northfield St.; 203-869-7988 www.firstbaptistgreenwich.com Sunday Servings: 11:30am, Facebook Live or for Devotion: 11-11:25am (Dial in 701-8025355, Access code 360922). Greenwich Baptist Church 10 Indian Rock Ln; 203-869-2807 www.greenwichbaptist.org Online Worship - Sunday, 11am, streamed through Facebook and website (greenwichbaptist.org/livestream). Sunday Morning Prayer: Sun, 8:30-9:15am, via Google Meet. CATHOLIC Sacred Heart Church 95 Henry St.; 203-531-8730 www.sacredheartgreenwich.org In-person Mass: Mon-Fri: 7am (in Chapel); Sat: Vigil, 4pm (also live streamed); Sun: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30am (in Sanctuary). (Only by registration - call or text: 203-559-9256 or email: sacredheartgrn@optonline.net). Sacrament of Reconciliation (Church) by appt.; Sacrament of Baptism: Sun, 12:30pm (call the parish office in advance). The 2021 Mass Book is open for Mass, Altar Flowers and Altar Bread & Wine requests. Religious Education zoom classes begins Oct. 14. St. Catherine and St. Agnes St. Agnes: 247 Stanwich Rd St. Catherine: 4 Riverside Ave; 203-637-3661; www.stc-sta.org Daily Mass: Livestreamed only: 7am; Inperson at St. Agnes Church: 5:15pm. Weekend Masses: Sat: 5pm Vigil, St. Catherine’s Church (Livestreamed and In-person). Sunday: 8:30am, In-person at St. Agnes; 10:30am, In-person at St. Catherine and Livestreamed; 11am, In-person at St. Agnes (Language Masses: French: 2nd Sun of the month, Italian: 3rd Sun, Spanish: 4th Sun); 5pm, In-person at St. Catherine and Livestreamed. If you or someone you know is homebound or going to be in the hospital and would like Confession, Holy Communion or Anointing of the Sick, please call the Rectory. Ongoing: Food & Essentials Drive for Neighbor to Neighbor (there will be a car or SUV with an open trunk in the parking lot across from St. Catherine’s church on Tuesdays, 9-11am for drop-off donations. Donations can also be dropped at the Sign-in table at Sat, Sun or Daily Mass at St. Agnes). St. Mary Church 178 Greenwich Ave.; 203-869-9393 www.stmarygreenwich.org Public Mass: Mon-Fri, 12:05pm (no reservations are needed - limited to 50 people). Sat: Vigil, 4pm; Spanish (call 203-912-0246 for reservations), 7:30pm. Sun: 9, 10:30am & 12:15pm, (must make reservation in advance by calling the Parish Office, Thu or Fri, 9am-3pm and speak to the receptionist). Confessions: Sat, 2:45-3:45pm, on the patio. Virtual Mass: Sun, 12:15pm, with Fr. La Pastina on Facebook. Visit EWTN.com for daily Mass at 8am with encore at 12pm. Beginning in October: Sunday Family Rosary: Sun, 7:30pm (No registration is necessary), live-streamed on YouTube (also listen by phone). St. Michael the Archangel 469 North St.; 203-869-5421 www.stmichaelgreenwich.com Sunday Mass: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30am, in the parking lot (make a reservation: signupgenius. com/go/stmichaelgreenwich). All Masses and Adoration will continue to be livestreamed. Musical Insights: A New Weekly Online Offering, Wed, 7:30pm – Oct. 28: “The Romantics and the neo-Romantics: music of Brahms, Schubert, Barber and Hansen”, Register for the zoom link at: stmichaelmusicgreenwich@gmail.com.

St. Timothy Chapel 1034 North St.; 203-869-5421 Outdoor public celebration of Mass: MonSat: 7:30 & 9:30am, St. Timothy’s Chapel. Sun: 7:30, 9:30 11:30am, St. Michael’s Church. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Wed, 10am-4pm (Live-streamed, 10-11am). Confessions: Wed, 10-11am & 3-4pm, St. Timothy’s chapel (make a reservation: signupgenius.com/go/stmichaelgreenwich). All Masses and Adoration will continue to be live-streamed. St. Paul Church 84 Sherwood Ave.; 203-531-8741 www.stpaulgreenwich.org Public Mass Celebration: Mon-Thu: 9am; Sat: 4pm (Vigil); Sun: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30am (Reservation is required only for Sunday Mass by visiting the homepage or by calling 203-5318741, ext. 4). Holy Days: Vigil: 5:30pm, 9am & 12:15pm. Online daily Mass at EWTN.com, 8am with encore at 12pm. Daily Mass also available on Bishop Robert Barron’s website at wordonfire.org/daily-mass. Confessions by appointment only – call 203-531-8741, ext. 2. St. Roch Church 10 St. Roch Ave.; 203-869-4176 www.strochchurch.com Mass: (Reservations and/or for viewing via live streaming): Mon-Fri: 7:30pm; Sat: 5pm; Sun: 7:30am (Concelebrated for Previously Scheduled 9:30am Mass Intentions), 10:30am, 12pm (Spanish). Mass Intentions: consult the bulletin for time. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE First Church of Christ, Scientist 11 Park Place; 203-869-2503 www.christiansciencect.org/greenwich Sunday and Wednesday services via live teleconference: 203-680-9095, code is 520520*. COMMUNITY First Church of Round Hill 464 Round Hill Rd.; 203-629-3876 www.firstchurchofroundhill.com (If you need to reach Rev. Leo W. Curry, pastor, or any other personnel, call 203-629-3876 and leave a message or email fcroundhill@outlook.com). Worship Service: Oct. 18, 10am. Round Hill Community Church 395 Round Hill Rd.; 203-869-1091 www.roundhillcommunitychurch.org Worship: Sun, 10-10:30am, Sanctuary, registration is required (signupgenius.com/ go/70a084aafa72aa0fb6-inperson) and online. Bible Talk: weekdays, 6-6:20pm, Instagram Live. Thrive: biweekly high school gathering, Wed, 6pm. Foundations: biweekly middle school gathering, Fri, 6pm. Face Masks for BGCG: for more information on this project, contact jjacullo@optonline.net. FOUNDATIONS - Middle School Youth Group Gathering: Oct. 23, 6pm. Webinar: ‘Born for Such a Time as This’, Oct. 25, 5pm, RHCC’s YouTube channel, register. CONGREGATIONAL The First Congregational Church 108 Sound Beach Ave; 203-637-1791 www.fccog.org Worship: Outdoor Service: Sun 8-9am, Memory Garden (sign-up online or call the church office); Virtual Worship: through live-streaming on YouTube and Facebook, and broadcast on WGCH (1490 AM or 105.5 FM). Connect during the week: Wednesday: Wisdom on Wednesdays (sent by Rev. Patrick Collins); Thursday: Faith Formation at Home for All and Faith Formation for Children (sent by Rosemary Lamie). Sacred Conversations - Critical Issues in our Lives: Oct. 27, 7-9:30pm, online. North Greenwich Congregational 606 Riversville Rd.; 203-869-7763 www.northgreenwichchurch.org Online Worship Service: Sun 10:30am, via Zoom (email Rev. Halac at Pastor@ northgreenwichchurch.org or call the church). Second Congregational Church 139 E Putnam Ave.; 203-869-9311 www.2cc.org Services available online, details at 2cc.org. Contemporary Worship: Sat, 5pm. Traditional Sunday Service: 10:30am. EPISCOPAL Anglican Church of the Advent 606 Riversville Rd.; 203-861-2432 www.churchoftheadvent.org Service: Sun, 9am, Holy Eucharist. Sunday School during academic year. Christ Church Greenwich 254 E. Putnam Ave.; 203-869-6600 www.christchurchgreenwich.org Worship: Outdoors: Sun, 8am, TomesHiggins-Front Lawn (in the event of

heavy rain, services will be moved to the Chapel), registration is required (akryzak@ christchurchgreenwich.org); Virtual: Sun, 10am, livestream. Sunday Forum via Zoom, 11:15am. Weekdays: Mon-Fri, 8am, on Zoom. Eucharist & Healing Prayer: Tue, 10am, inperson. Choral Evensong: Sun, 5pm & Thu, 6:30pm, in-person & livestream. Morning Prayer live-sessions: 7 & 9am at dailyoffice. org. Prayer of the Cloud Meditation via Zoom: Mon, 7-8pm. Organ Recitals: Fri, 5:30pm, Facebook Live. ‘Traces of the Trade’: Film Screening and Q&A: Oct. 24, 11am, Avon Theatre, $10. Torah Study with Rabbi Mitch Hurvitz & Rev. Marek Zabriskie: Sun, beginning Oct. 25-Nov. 15, 6:30-7:30pm, via Zoom. Oct. 25: ‘Holding Onto Hope with Bishop Michael Curry’, 11am, Zoom webinar; Blessing of the Halloween Costumes - drive-thru edition, 12-2pm. ‘Reclaiming our Town’s African American History’ - Zoom presentation and Q&A with anthropologist Teresa Vega: Oct. 28, 7:30-8:30pm. St. Barnabas Episcopal Church 954 Lake Ave.; 203-661-5526 www.stbarnabasgreenwich.org Sunday Worship: Outdoor Holy Eucharist, 8-9am; Live & Virtual Holy Eucharist, 10-11am (signupgenius.com/go/4090e4aadac2ea3ff2sunday1). Virtual Coffee Hour: Sun, 10:45am. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 200 Riverside Ave.; 203-637-2447 www.stpaulsriverside.org Worship: Sun, 8am, indoor, register. Discovery Hour - Conversations on Racial Reconciliation: Sun, 9:30am, outside the library. Faith At Home - crafted devotional materials for families and individuals available at dofaithathome.org. "Mindfulness on the Meadow’ - prayer and reflection under the tent in the meadow: Wed, 10am, through October, RSVP. The 10:15am service and Sunday School will be outside throughout October (no registration is required. The later service will be uploaded to YouTube). St. Saviour’s Episcopal Church 350 Sound Beach Ave; 203-637-2262 www.saintsaviours.org In-person Outdoor Service: Sun, 11am. Online Worship Services available on Youtube. JEWISH Chabad Lubavitch of Greenwich 75 Mason St.; 203-629-9059 www.chabadgreenwich.org Services available via Zoom. PJ Library Zoom Storytime: Mon-Thurs, 3pm & Fri, 2pm. Congregation Shir Ami 1273 E. Putnam Ave, PO Box 312, Riverside; 203-900-7976; Shirami.info@gmail.com www.congregationshirami.org All services, programs and celebrations are available online via Zoom. Virtual Shabbat Service and Oneg: Oct. 23, 7:30-9pm, via Zoom. Virtual Essential Jewish Conversation Class: Beliefs and Values: Oct. 26, 7:308:45pm, via Zoom. Greenwich Reform Synagogue 92 Orchard St.; 203-629-0018 www.grs.org Online programs streamed virtually on Zoom. us: Tot Shabbat with Rabbi Gerson and Cantor Dunkerley, Fri, 5pm. Shabbat services with Rabbi Gerson and Cantor Dunkerley, Fri, 7pm. Religious School: Sun, 9:30am. Hebrew School: Wed, 4:30pm. Temple Sholom 300 E. Putnam Ave.; 203-869-7191 www.templesholom.com Services – live-streamed via Zoom and Facebook: Fri 6:30pm; Sat 10am; Sun 8:30am. Rashi with the Rabbi: Tue, 12-1pm, via Zoom. Limited in-person Friday night Shabbat service, registration is required, lori.baden@ templesholom.com. Oct. 25: 2nd-5th Grade Youth Program, 11:30am-12:30pm; Torah Study, 6:30-8pm. LUTHERAN First Lutheran Church 38 Field Point Rd.; 203-869-0032 www.firstpaul.com Indoor Service: Sun, 10:30am. Bible Study: Sun, 11:45am. St. Paul Lutheran Church 286 Delavan Ave.; 203-531-8466 www.firstpaul.com Indoor Service: Sun, 9am. Bible Study: Sun, 10:15am. Wednesday After-School program: Snacks & Crafts, 3-4pm; Bible Stories & Catechesis, 4-5pm; Community Dinner, 5:30pm (all are welcome); Bible Study on Romans (adults), 6:30pm.

METHODIST Diamond Hill United Methodist 521 E. Putnam Ave.; 203-869-2395 www.diamondhillumc.com Online Worship followed by a time of Fellowship, 10-11am, via Zoom (us02web. zoom.us/j/635272316?); via phone: Dial-in: +1929-436-2866 US (NY), Meeting ID: 262 529 082. ‘What Happened to the Disciples?’, Wed, 7:30pm, via Zoom (or Dial-in: +1 929 436 2866 US. Meeting ID: 940 2222 0303, Password: 516742). First United Methodist Church 59 E. Putnam Ave.; 203-629-9584 www.fumcgreenwich.com Virtual Sunday Worship, 9:30am, via Zoom (203 629 9584). Virtual Daily Gathering: Mon-Fri, 3pm, Zoom. Talking with Your Hands: Mon, 3pm. Reading this World as a Christian: Tue, 3pm. Back to Rock – music with Mr. Bruce: Tue, 3pm, via Zoom. Reading the Shape of Scripture: Wed, 3pm, via Zoom. Spring Bible Study: Thu, 3pm, via Zoom. Tea & Talk: Fri 3pm, via Zoom. Bethel African Methodist Episcopal 42 Lake Ave.; 203-661-3099 Worship via teleconference: Sun, 11am and until further notice (Dial-in number: 425-4366380, Access code: 612220). NONDENOMINATIONAL Revive Church 90 Harding Rd., Old Greenwich (Old Greenwich Civic Center) www.myrevive.org Worship Service: Sun, 10am, 575 Hope St. Stamford (Humbled Coffee. Bring your own lawn chair and arrive at 10am or earlier). Online Sermons available on Facebook (facebook.com/myrevivechurchgreenwich) and on Youtube. All groups are online. Direct any prayer needs to the prayer chain at 203-5362686 or revivecfm@gmail.com. Stanwich Church 202 Taconic Rd.; 203-661-4420 www.stanwichchurch.org Events marked by an * require registration at: stanwichchurch.org/event Prayer Hour, Each Wed, 6:30am (Dial 515-6065410, access code 119748 #). *Outdoor Sunday Service - Sundays, 10am, In-Person/Online. Following Christ in an Election Year Study – each Wed, 7pm, through Nov. 11, Facebook Live-facebook.com/stanwichchurch. *Outdoor Worship Night: Oct. 23, 7pm, In-Person. *‘God of the City’ Stamford Outreach Concert: Oct. 30, 5pm, at Winfield Street Coffee (96 Broad St, Stamford). *’Keeping the Grace in Race’: Nov. 5, 7pm, online. *‘Trust, Truth, and Trauma: Is Forgiveness Politically Possible?’: Nov. 30, 7pm, In- Person/Streaming. The Albertson Memorial Church 293 Sound Beach Ave; 203-637-4615 www.albertsonchurch.org Sunday Service held online via Zoom. ‘Investigating Spirit Workshop’: Oct. 25, 1-3pm, $20, register, AlbertsonPCC@gmail.com. Trinity Church 1 River Rd.; 203-618-0808 www.trinitychurch.life In-Person Services: Sun, 10:45am, Hyatt Regency Greenwich, 1800 E Putnam Ave. Online Services: Sun, 9:45am, youtube.com/c/ TrinityChurchLife/live. House Churches: Sun, 9:45am, Fairfield County, CT & Westchester County, NY. Alpha (online): Tue, 7:30-8:45pm. PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church 1 W. Putnam Ave.; 203-869-8686 www.fpcg.org Sanctuary Worship: Sun, 9am, register. Online Worship: Sun, 10-11am at fpcg.org/ live. Sunday School online, 10:15-11am. Prayer Meeting: Thu, 8-8:45pm, Zoom online or by phone. Middle School Ministry (5th-7th grade): Fri, 4:15-5:15pm. ‘Mosaic’: K-1st grade: Tue, 2nd-3rd grade: Wed, 4th grade: Thu, 4:155:15pm, through Nov. 12. Grace Church of Greenwich 8 Sound Shore Dr., Suite 280 203-861-7555 www.gracechurchgreenwich.com Worship: Sun, 10am, outside. All are welcome. Living Hope Community Church 38 West End Ave; 203-637-3669 www.LivingHopeCT.org In-Person Worship: Sun, 10am, Sanctuary (tickets available at EventBrite by Friday 10am). Worship Service online: Sun, 10-11:15am (YouTube or Facebook). Coffee & Fellowship: Sun, 11:30am-12pm, via Zoom. Wednesday Prayer: Wed, 8:30-9am, online. Prayer for the Nation: Oct. 29, 7:30-8pm, online.

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Keep Fall Workouts Fun, Safe and Challenging

Stay Visible Darker mornings and earlier sunsets create a shorter daylight window for outdoor exercise. As a lot of training occurs at dawn or dusk, you need to be highly visible on the roads to vehicles. Bright, ref lective clothing can help, along with a headlamp and clip-on lights. You want to be predictable for drivers, so try to make eye contact whenever By Nicholas Sgrignoli, MD p o s s i b l e a n d avo i d d a r t i n g movements. If you listen to music Fall is marked by shorter when you exercise, lower the days and cooler temperatures. volume to optimize awareness of But it’s still the perfect time to your surroundings. get outdoors and continue your healthy workouts from spring Time to Layer Up and summer. Exercise is one of Layering your workout gear the best ways to alleviate the is essential to adjust your body added stress we’re all feeling temp erat u r e a s ne e de d a nd these days. avoid wetness from the elements H e r e a r e s o m e a n d p e r s p i r at i o n . T h e f i r s t recommendations to ensure that layer should be a hydrophobic your fall exercise regimen is safe polyester fabric, not cotton, to and productive, whether you’re wick moisture from the body. in it for the fun or looking to step The middle layer can be a light up your performance goals.

By Jeb Fiorita and Peter Olson The fa l l br i ng s a t i me of cooler weather, roaring fires in the backyard or fire place and football. This is a great time to enjoy so many different types of fun and interesting cocktails, both old and new. What I enjoy about cocktails is that they are timeless. You will f ind us going back in time a little and reintroducing a few classic cocktails. If spirits are not your drink of choice, I also have some fun craft beers that are enjoyed while watching your favorite college or NFL team. Personally, cheering for the Green Bay Packers while enjoying some wings and a cool beverage is a great way to enjoy a Sunday. Jeb may have strong feelings on watching the Washing ton Redskins but we can’t help that. When I started tending bar at The Swan Club, a supper club located just outside of Green Bay, Wisconsin on the water, Old Fashions and Manhattans were the drink of choice before a hearty meal of prime rib or deep fried Cod. So, I thought I would give you a couple of timeless recipes

or heavier layer, depending on outdoor temperatures. Wool or f leece are options, but not too heavy to avoid overheating. The outer layer should be a waterresistant and windproof shell. Avoid layering too tightly as trapped air between layers is one of the best insulators. Seek Balanced Workouts A lternating your exercise regimen can help reduce injury r i s k , i m p r ove p e r f o r m a n c e and keep things interesting. It’s important to have a plan and think about your program holistically. One part should be cardiovascular which can include runs, bike rides, team and other sports. You can then spend time each week strength training. Focus on the core and la r ge r mu s cle g r oup s whe n strengthening. The third piece is balance and agility. Try using a BOSU ball or single-leg stances for balance and squats. This mix

will help keep you well rounded to avoid ove r u s e a nd a c ute injuries. It also lets you move conditioning indoors, when the weather turns.

programs like Orange Theory b le nd f u n , c omp e t it ion a nd rigorous exercise. We find that some people are undertrained to compete in virtual events, which creates injury risks. Real races include planned routes, rest stops and water breaks, none of which exist with virtual competitions. A t H S S , we ’r e s e e i n g m o r e overuse injuries from those who are trying something new with outdoor workouts or pushing themselves too hard too soon. Train and plan for virtual events just as you would for real races.

Stay Hydrated Just because temperatures a r e d r o p p i n g d o e s n’t m e a n hydration is less important. Even in colder weather, your body needs to replenish fluids lost to exercise. A rule of thumb is to drink 20 ounces of water two to three hours before you work out, then eight to 16 ounces of cool f luids 15 to 30 minutes before heading outdoors. Also, drink Adjust Your Equipment If you’re a bike rider, keep water during and after exercise to replace lost fluids. an eye on your tires, as cooler weather can impact air pressure. Take Virtual Events Seriously If you’re a runner or avid walker, Virtual events are a great swap out your footwear every way to gauge your performance 300-500 miles, checking treads and compete against friends for wear. With more wet leaves when traditional events and and slippery surfaces, you may races are limited. The Peloton consider using shoes with more p h e n o m e n o n a n d f i t n e s s tread.

Fall Beverages and Brews

for an old fashion, one with a fall thought I would add a few more twist, as well as a Manhattan. cocktails. One, pays homage to one of my favorite movies of all Jameson Pumpkin Old Fashion time…The Big Lebowsk i. You 4 oz. Jameson Whiskey guessed it, the classic White 1 oz. Pumpkin Syrup Russian. 1 Tsp. Granulated Sugar 1 Tsp. Sparkling Water White Russian 2 dashes of Bitters 3 oz. KetelOne Vodka 1 Sage Leaf for Garnish 1 oz. Kahlua Coffee Liquor Add all ingredients together and 2 oz. Heavy Cream shake. Drain over rocks. Add all ingredients together and shake. Drain over rocks. Whiskey Old Fashion 4 oz. of Jack Daniels Whiskey A drink that has quickly become 3 Dashes of Angostura Bitters a favorite of mine is the Moscow 1 Tsp Granulated Sugar Mule. Now, I have tried several 1 Tsp Sparkling Water variations, including the Mexican 1 Slice of Orange for Garnish Mule. But I have to say, that my Add all ingredients together and favorite is one that is perfect for shake. Drain over rocks. fall. Apple Ginger Mule Bourbon Manhattan 4 oz. Hendricks Gin 4 oz. Knob Creek Bourbon 2 oz. Apple Cider 1 oz. Sweet Vermouth I can of Ginger Beer 2 Dashes Bitters 2 Green Apple Slices for Garnish 1 Cherry for Garnish Add all ingredients together and Add all ingredients together and shake. Drain over rocks. shake. Drain over rocks. Now, for those that really N o w, i f a n O l d F a s h i o n o r enjoy a beer…we have it. Fall is M a n h a t t a n r e m i n d s yo u o f the perfect time for a crisp and your parents or grandparents, I refreshing craft beer or lager.

Half Full Brewery, in Stamford, offers a selection of craft beers including tasty seasonal options.

When October hits, I reach for my unofficial “welcome to fall” beer… Sam Adams Octoberfest. Other than my daughter’s birthday in October, making it my favorite month, seeing Sam Adams on the shelf lets me know my favorite time of year is upon us. Other beers that we carry include some basics…A mstel Light, Becks, Corona, Guiness, etc. But where I think it gets exciting is the offering of craft beers. One of our favorites that’s local to Connecticut is Half Full Brewery (www.halffullbrewery. com). Based in Stamford, Half Full offers a full line of delicious brews. We at Val’s enjoy Bright

Blond Ale. This has a light body, low bitterness with a crisp citrusy grapefruit finish. But don’t stop there. Half Full offers over a dozen beer options. L aws on’s (w w w. L a w s o n s f i n e s t . c o m) S i p o f Sunshine is another craft beer, brewed locally in Connecticut. This beer is packed with juicy tropical fruit flavors and a hint of bright floral aromas. There are an additional two dozen beers that are going to temp your palette. Another Connecticut based brewery is New England Brewery (w w w.neweng landbreweing. com). I have had my share of the German Pilsner, the Summer Ale

Start Slowly and Adapt Safe and ef fective warmups and cool-downs help wake up muscles, but avoid too much load. Slow jogging, side steps, slow squats and lunges help with lower extremities. Stay away from high-intensity, ballistic activities that can overfatigue muscles. Flex ibility training after exercising helps stretch the main muscle groups. Don't forget to incorporate a cool down into your workouts to return your heart rate and breathing to normal and prevent cramping. As we eagerly get back to sport, it’s an ideal time to have fun and strive for peak performance. Exercise is integral to maintaining a healthy immune system. Just be realistic about your exercise goals and limits. Nicholas Sgrignoli, MD, is an assistant attending physician at HSS Stamford, specializing in primary sports medicine.

and the Berliner. That is only the tip of what New England Brewery has to offer. You will find that each brew is distinctive in flavor and aroma. The last beer we are going to focus on is a across state lines in Brooklyn, NY. Other Half Brewery (www.otherhalf brewing.com) started back in 2014 and has locations in Washington D.C., Brooklyn, Finger Lakes, Other Half has literally dozens of flavors, to many to stock in one store. With a great selection of IPA’s, Pilsners and Stouts…we are sure you will find something to your liking. You will notice that I included the website addresses for each of the local breweries. I found researching these beers almost as enjoyable as drinking them… almost. Each website contains a description including taste, aroma and f lavor that we may experience. This will give you an idea of what you might want to try. We at Val’s appreciate your business and loyalty. And hope you remain healthy and in good spirits.

Local Sports Teams Contend with COVID By Tom Kane COVID Precautions No matter what school or team, COVID-19 is everyone’s opponent. It’s an opponent each team in every sport is competing against. Simon Rumbold, the Girls Varsity S o c c e r Co ach at GH S s a id wea r ing a mask isn’t a big deal. “I don’t feel the mask anymore,” he explained, “I’m used to it”. He added, “I feel the kids are safe.” Rumbold’s players have been working out in cohort groups of ten without mask s but are maintaining their distance on the field. “Put it in boys! Open up those lungs!”, yelled GHS Boys Va rsit y Soccer Coach Ku r t Putnam at a recent practice. One of the team’s daily rituals before practice is to check in w it h a 2 0 q ue st ion COV I D q ue s t i on n a i r e . “ T h e k id s have been great with protocol. They’re trustworthy lads”, said Putnam in a British sounding accent. GH S Gi rl s Va r sit y Sw i m m i ng is stay i ng sa fe, with swimmers starting laps at opposite ends of the pool. GHS Girls Varsity Volleyball Head Coach Steve Lapham said the reason their season is still alive is simple. “We all have to wear our masks all the time,” he explained. GHS Field Hockey Coach Megan Wax is pumped to be on the f ield this Fall. “We are super excited to be back together”, said Wax at a recent practice. She is keeping a close eye on the safety protocols, including sanitizing sticks and the balls. G H S B o y s Wa t e r P o l o players check in before each practice, wearing a mask at all times except, of course, when

they are in the water. Led by Head Coach Danny Simpson, Brunswick Soccer is on the pitch. The kids can play without masks but need to wear them when they are o n t h e s i d e l i n e . S i mp s o n says it’s a small price to pay. “Practicing again makes them realize how much they love the game”, explained Simpson. Head Coach Steve Polikoff’s Br u n s w ick Cr o s s- Cou nt r y team is off and running. They can run without masks but need to have their masks on when they are getting together in groups and right up until the start of their races. Greenw ich Countr y Day School Head Football Coach James Gussis has his team work i ng out outside a s a n extra precaution. “We have the weight room in the parking lot nex t to t he f ield”, s a id Gussis. During the Summer, the kids worked out in cohort groups of 8. All the athletes at GCDS can play without masks when they are participating in high intensity and physically st r enuou s exer c i s e s . A ny other time, all the athletes are wearing masks. Same goes for Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer, Field Hockey and Cross-Country. All the schools in the Fairchester Athletic Association using the same mitigation strategies are playing each other, including Sacred Heart and Greenwich Academy. All the teams have phased i n reg u la r contact. Each player must wear a mask e xc e p t w h e n t h e y a r e “ i n strenuous activity (games)”. Coaches are wearing masks all the time. Equipment is constantly sanitized throughout games and practices. Travel on buses has been eliminated. Greenwich Academy Crew

Head Coach Kristen Erickson is preparing her team for a schedule of dual meets. Her athletes have been working out on the tennis courts with rowing machines. “We needed creative ways to keep the girls fit and excited about the sport”, explained Erickson. A f ter what she c a l le d a “Soft opening” of four practices a week, Sacred Heart CrossCountry Head Coach Suzanne Myette has her athletes r u n n i ng a l most ever y day. The runners are being careful. “Masks are worn to practice and during drills”, said Myette, “But the girls remove them while running and maintain 6 feet of distance apart.” Sacred Heart Field Hockey Head Coach A lex Gheorghe says keeping everyone safe is a top priority. “Everyone keeps a mask on all the time”, explained Gheorghe. The team is practicing without contact, just focusing on sk ills and finishing set pieces (plays). The Sacred Heart Varsity Volleyball team is doing their best to not let the pandemic get in the way of a season. They took their practices outside. Head Coach Beth Jordan said, “It’s definitely different. They’re rarin’ to go. They’ve been great dealing with everything. They’re showing grit.” To p l ay, t h e g i rl s we a r masks on the court. During this year’s games, the state requires players to be at least six feet apart during water breaks. Jordan is tak ing it a few steps further, keeping more distance between the players in practice. They’re staying at least ten feet apart during water breaks when they take their masks off to drink. Jordan is using markings on

the court to keep the players and their belongings apart. “We have found that having a visual marking and spot for the players to go to really helps keep the players and their belongings physically distanced.” Jordan says it has been an educational experience. “We’re all learning to be f lexible and resilient.” SCHEDULES Whether they're k ick ing off, facing off or racing, what’s most important for high school athletes this fall is that they have seasons. For Greenwich High School, that means games in all Fall Sports are against ne a rby opp one nt s D a r ie n , We s t h i l l / S t a m f o r d , N e w Canaan and Wright Tech. Although the regular seasons for sports in the Fairchester Athletic Association have been canceled, there is a full slate of Saturday scrimmages throughout the Fall. They are calling them Play Days. GA and Sacred Heart Volleyball, Field Hockey and Crew are a l l i n a c t i on . T h e S a c r e d Hea r t Cross- Cou ntr y tea m h a s f ive du a l m e e t s (e a ch 5 k , 3 . 1 m i l e s) t e n t a t i v e l y scheduled on Saturdays. The GA Crew season took a hit when four major head races were canceled but they are participating in dual meets in the Fall. Greenwich Country Day is getting their taste of varsity action in Cross-Country, Field Hockey, Boys and Girls Soccer, Crew a nd Gi rls Vol leyba l l. They are playing Greenwich Academy and Sacred Heart among other nearby private schools. The scores will not be reported but as GCDS Head Volleyball coach Morgan

Withrow said to me that’s not the important thing. “How you become a good person? How does that look on and off the court?” 7 ON 7 FOOTBALL COVID-19 may have sacked the traditional hig h school football season but the sport was thrown a lifeline with a 7 on 7 version. Played without pads 7 players on defense face a center, a quarterback and five eligible receivers. Play starts on the 40-yard line going in. The quarterback has four seconds to throw a pass. The scoring is the same as in regular foot-ball with four twists. Teams can choose to kick the traditional e x t r a p o i n t o r m ove b a c k further to kick for two points a nd t u r nover s g ive p oi nt s to the defense. There are no linemen and there are four f ifteen minute quarters with a running clock. Despite not playing regular football, GHS Head Coach Anthony Morello is staying positive. “There’s the mak ings of a football game”, said Morello, “Obviously without tackling and the use of an offensive and defensive line it’s NOT football but there are opportunities there for all the student-athletes to get in really go o d work a nd go o d work against opponents so there are plenty of teachable moments.” The fourth way to score points is off the f ield. Ever watch The World’s Strongest M a n c omp e t it ion s on T V ? Linemen challenges will feature five players from each team in three strength events. Those events will be agreed upon by the teams playing 7 on 7 against each other. 500 pound Big Tire Flips, Tire Toss, Sled Push and the Fireman’s Carry are some of the BIG boy

events. A total of 15 points is up for grabs, f ive for each element, which will be added to a teams’ 7 on 7 score. Although it’s 7 on 7 onehand touch without linemen on the field, Senior Quarterback James Rinello says the Cardinals are pumped to have a season to play. “We’re all super excited just to get something that feels like a real game and a normal season. Obviously it’s not going to be the same as 11 on 11 because we’re missing all our linemen out there but we are excited to compete against another team for the first time in a long time.” Brunswick Senior Linebacker Nolan Morris agrees, saying after a recent practice, “It’s great to be out here with the boys.” A lt houg h t he pa ndem ic continues, GCDS Head Football Coach James Gussis is confident everything will be fine. “I think with the protocols in place”, he explained, “we can have some safe interscholastic competition.” GCDS Athletic Director Tim Helstein agrees and is excited to see sports back, especially because t h i s w i l l b e t he f i r s t ye a r Greenwich Country Day School is playing varsity sports (except football). “People are hungry, excited to know what it takes to compete at a higher (Varsity) level. Helstein also made a great point about playing in these times. “We can rewrite the books on getting athletes ready (for the season).” This is not the Senior year Morris dreamed of but he’ll take it. “It’s about the team. We’re keeping our spirits high no matter what.” All the teams beating COVID would be the biggest win this Fall season.

CT Women United Focused on Bringing People Together By Richard Kaufman Politics in recent years, both at the local and national level, has divided people in unprecedented ways. But a group in Greenwich is dedicated to blocking out the noise of personal attacks and unsubstantiated claims on both sides of the aisle, by focusing on facts and good old-fashioned civil discourse. Fo l l ow i n g a n u n p l e a s a nt election season in 2018, Greenwich resident Allyson Cowin, a former policy analyst, decided to get involved again on the issues facing the state of Connecticut -- most notably on fiscal policy issues -after she retired in 2000 to raise her children. Cowin spoke with Icy Frantz, another Greenwich resident whom she has known for several years, to see what could be done. Frantz, a writer, is co-chair of Arch Street and currently serving on the RTM and sits on various executive boards. Her husband, Scott, is a former State Senator for the 36th District. "We needed to bring some civility back and discuss issues, as opposed to personal attacks and hurting people," Cowin said. "We wanted to bring people together. It's something I had wanted to do since I worked in public policy for 15 years. Icy and I were talking about what we could do to bring our community together and discuss

the issues in a civil, pleasant, happy and nice way." Shortly after their discussion with other like-minded women, CT Women United was born. The group is geared towards giving women with more conservative views a home, while allowing everyone with differing political views to get involved and have a civil discourse. " We b e c a m e a w o m e n ' s organization, but we welcome men. We want men involved. We put women in our title because women don't often get involved in these things," said Cowin. "It's all about a dialogue and being positive and upbeat and trying to come up with solutions instead of yelling and screaming at each other." Frantz said that because of the political climate, it was very hard to have conversations and dialogue w ithout people getting ang r y or judgmental. “We felt the mainstream media wasn't always giving the whole story, and that there was a kind of a quieting of voices of people who have similar opinions to us, almost to the point where people are almost embarrassed to admit they were a conservative Republican,” Frantz said. “We kind of wanted to also have a community where people could share more openly and feel like there were other people who have similar feelings on how we spend our money, what kind of taxes we should have, what our

"We needed to bring some civility back and discuss issues, as opposed to personal attacks and hurting people," said CT Women United co-founder, Allyson Cowin. budget should look like.” Emily Bajus, a resident of New Canaan, knew Cowin since their daughters both went to Greenwich Academy. She joined CT Women Un ited a few mont hs a f ter it began. Bajus is originally from Texas, and has a background in Information Technology. The group has turned into a labor of love for the three women. "We're all volunteers. We do this because we care and we love it,” Cowin said. CT Women United stays away from social issues because they tend to be the most polarizing. Instead, they try to focus on the fiscal problems facing the state. "We're about coming together on issues we can agree on, and giving a place to people like us who are fiscally conservative," Cowin said. "We believe in low taxes, low regulations, low spending, the smallest government possible

that still protects us and still gets things done. We feel there's a lot of women like us out there who just need a voice and want a place to get involved." CT Women United has held different events and forums since forming in 2018, ranging from discussions about the real estate market and how to get involved in local government, to conversations with local candidates on the issues facing the state. Their event on how to get involved with local government in Greenwich inspired a large number of women to run for seats on the Representative Town Meeting last year. On their website, ctwomenunited.org, there's a wide swath of articles from different mainstream sources on national and local issues. The intent is to give the reader the information as point, counterpoint from both sides of the

aisle so that an informed decision can be made. “Even though we do have a relatively moderate, with perhaps a sort of conservative-tinge point of view on things, we want to be very level-headed and balanced,” Bajus said. The three women agreed that affordability in the state, education, keeping people safe/policing, and zoning are a few of the most important issues facing Connecticut right now. "All we ask is for people to get engaged, learn and vote," Cowin added. There is also a free newsletter, highlighting dif ferent articles or pertinent issues, that gets emailed regularly. Cowin noted that the group doesn't like to label anything as Republican or Democrat. "There's no such thing as black and white. It's gray, and trying to find a middle ground," she said. "When you really attach labels to a lot of things, it's very limiting," added Frantz. After the election, CT Women United hopes to keep the dialogue a nd he a lt hy debate goi ng by bringing in special speakers on Zoom to talk about education reform, or a police officer who can touch on the state's new police accountability bill. The group also talked about the idea of starting a book or movie club.

"There is a sense of community for women in our town that deal with politics and writing letters and making calls and being an activist. That's not who we are," Cowin said. "The sky's the limit for us. We'd like to really become a place for people to come hang out." The mor e voice s t hat a r e involved, the better. "We want as many voices as we can get. The best community is created when the most experiences, the most thoughts, and the most backgrounds are represented," Bajus said. Bajus hopes CT Women United can serve as a healing tool for people once the election is over. "I feel that people on all sides of the aisle, no matter where you are politically, have been feeling very anxious, just about all of the division and anger out there from many different fronts. I think a lot of people are ready for this election to be over. Hopefully we can start to heal. I'd love for CT Women United to be a place where we can all come and find what our connections and common grounds are," Bajus added. "America is better than what we are right now. We're far better. We need to get back to working together and for each of us, as opposed to against each other," she said. For more information, go to ctwomenunited.org, or head to Instagram @ctwomenunited, and Facebook at CTWomenUnited.

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A Careful Examination of How We Are Being Taxed Into Submission

To the Editor: Here is a look at the facts on Connecticut Democrats and how they have over taxed our state and its residents. Connecticut is now routinely compared to Illinois and New Jersey in terms of fiscal weakness. So, when I hear our local Democrat candidates talk about economic growth as a priority I remain skeptical. Let’s examine their actions. Recently an email from 149th District Democrat candidate Kathleen Stowe was sent in which she said she wants to “enhance efforts regarding economic development so as to be proactive in attracting new businesses”. That sentence is confusing enough. Ms Stowe went on to say that she wants to “create a welcoming environment for businesses by eliminating regulations”. Except that according to a 2020 study by Forbes magazine, Connecticut ranks as the 2nd least friendly state to small businesses in the U.S. The best way to illustrate my point is to just show you the list of newly imposed taxes and recently raised taxes on our state by Democrat controlled state government. These are twenty taxes from the 2019 budget and legislative session. • A reduction in existing Tax Credits for small business corporations.

• Digital Tax increased from 1% to 6.35% Effective Oct. 1, 2019. • Prepared Meals and beverages increase from 6.35% to 7.35% - Effective Oct 1, 2019. • Parking Services , extends the sales tax to various parking services - Effective January 1, 2020. • Dry Cleaning and Laundry extends the sales tax to these services (except coin operated laundry services) - Effective January 1, 2020. • Interior Design, extends sales tax to interior design services except business to business -January 1, 2020. • Safety Apparel, repeals the sales tax exemption on safety apparel - Effective January 1, 2020. • Corporate Surcharge, extends the surcharge extension to 2019 and 2020 income years - (Upon passage) beginning or after January 1, 2019. • Business Filing Fees, increases from $20 to $80 - Effective July 1, 2019 (but applies beginning July 1, 2020). • Pass-Through Entity Tax - 7% - Upon passage and applicable to taxable and income years beginning on or after January 1, 2019.

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• Conveyance Tax for Homes over $2.5 million, establishes a new marginal conveyance tax rate (2.25%) for sales of residential property in excess of $2.5 million - Effective July 1, 2019 (but applies beginning July 1, 2020). • E-Cigarette Tax, tax on products at a rate of 40 cents per milliliter for pre-filled e-cigarette products and 10% of the wholesale price for all other e-cigarette products - Effective Oct 1, 2019 and applicable to all sales on or after that date. • Alcohol Tax Increase, increase by 10% the excise tax on alcohol beverages except beer Effective Oct 1, 2019. • Plastic Bag Fee, imposes a 10 cent fee on single use plastic bags at point of sales until June 30, 2021 - Effective Aug 1, 2019. • Transportation Network Company (Ridesharing) Fee, increases from 25 cents to 30 cents - Effective July 1, 2019. • The Budget cancelled a plan to eliminate the Corporate Surcharge Tax. • Motor Vehicle Trade-In Fee, increase from $35 to $100 - Effective Oct 1, 2019.

to the Special Transportation Fund in FYs 20 and 21 - Effective July 1, 2019. • Repeal of Tax Credits for CT STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering and Math) Graduates. • New Payroll Tax - Effective Jan 1st 2020. So, when local Democrat candidates tell you that they want to “grow” the economy and “create a welcoming environment for businesses” look at their track record. It should give you reason to pause. What is also disturbing about this list is that it beg’s the question. Do any of us know where our taxpayer dollars are going? Each of us has an opportunity to take a stand. Be certain to make your voice heard on election day, November 3rd. References: - https://www.google.com/amp/s/ www.middletownpress.com/news/amp/A-guide-totaxes-you-llpay-in-new-state-budget-13961104.php; https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.forbes.com/ sites/andrewdepietro/2019/11/13/best-worststatesentrepreneurs-2020/amp/. By Former First Selectwoman Lolly Prince

• Motor Vehicle Sales Diversion, reduces funding

Astrology for Week of Oct 25, 2020 SCORPIO 24 Oct-22 Nov Put your own needs first this week, even if it means losing a few friends. The Sun in your sign makes all things possible but other aspects warn that if you do too much for other people you won’t have the energy or the time to do your own ambitions justice.

TAURUS 21 April-21 May It may be hard to feel passion for your work this week but you must make the effort. With your ruler Venus moving in your favour the more you exert yourself the more you will accomplish. It may not interest you now but the long-term rewards will be huge.

SAGITTARIUS 23 Nov-21 Dec You’ll have to deal with people who think with their emotions this week so don’t waste time trying to explain what you’re doing. Just take charge and make sure everyone knows what role they’re meant to be playing – and penalise those who don’t play fair.

GEMINI 22 May-21 June You won’t be short of advice this week – everyone will know what’s best for you – but will it be good advice? With Mercury, planet of communication, moving retrograde it might be wise to thank them for their guidance and then do the reverse.

CAPRICORN 22 Dec-20 Jan Clever Mercury moves back into the career area of your chart this week allowing you to reassess your ambitions and, if necessary, alter your long-term plans. Employers and colleagues may not be too happy but it’s what you want that counts.

CANCER 22 June-23 July The Sun in Scorpio promises intense experiences, especially romantically. But with Mercury, planet of the mind, retrograde you’d be wise not to take new involvements seriously. Can you be sure others feel as deeply about you as you do about them?

AQUARIUS 21 Jan-19 Feb The Sun in Scorpio makes it easy for you to impress influential people and get ahead in your job. But other aspects warn that you need inner fulfilment and not simply material rewards. Without meaning success will be hollow.

LEO 24 July-23 Aug Something you agreed to take part in no longer seems such a great idea and you may be wondering how to back out without losing face. Luckily, the cosmic set-up makes it easy for you to quit. Just don’t complain when those who stick with it get rich.

PISCES 20 Feb-20 March You must tell others what they want to hear this week even if it has nothing to do with what is really going on. If you tell them the truth they will reject it anyway and relationships will turn sour. If they want to deceive themselves that’s their problem.

VIRGO 24 Aug-23 Sept Stay cool this week no matter how great the provocation. Cosmic forces in the money area of your chart warn that if you give in to your emotions, the easier it will be for a rival to get the better of you financially. Even if you’re raging inside don’t show it.

ARIES 21 March-20 April Can you trust friends and family to tell you the truth? Put simply – no, you can’t. While Mercury, planet of the mind, is retrograde you’d be wise to question everything you hear because, at best, it’s only half the story and, at worst, the opposite of the truth.

LIBRA 24 Sept-23 Oct Mercury moves back into your sign this week, making it easy to change your mind over a decision made in haste. It’s rare to get a chance to rewrite the past so use it well and try not to make the same mistake twice. You won’t get another go.

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PRE-OWNED BELL & GOSSETT LITTLE RED BOOSTER PUMP. These were removed from my heating system as I did an up grade. I am including the Coaxial Cable with each unit. The one I have available is 90" long cable approximate. Also including the (4) Nuts and Bolts for each unit. Bell & Gossett 106500-K58 Booster Pump 106500K58 LR-20 | PN: 106500-K58; 1/20 HP; 115 V; 60 Hz; 1 Phase; 2900 RPM; (203) 461-1200 RAIN BARREL S e r ie s 6 0 0 0 ra i n c atch e r w ith screen and overf low. L a rge 6 0 ga l lon c ap ac it y. $125 Call: 203 461 1937 QUEEN BED SET W/FRAME, FOAM, TOPPER COVER CLEAN EXCELLENT CONDITION- $300 203.461.1200 MIRROR FROM DRESSER FOUND IN ATTIC, HEAVY $30.00. OBO; 203-496-0035 BAUER ICE SKATES MEN’S SIZE 12, LIGHTLY USED. $75 CALL: 203 461 1937

MOTORCYCLE SEAT FOUND IN ATTIC, NO OTHER INFORMATION AVAILABLE $75.00. OBO; 203-531-7273 1950'S/1960'S LOVELY UNIQUE VINTAGE HUNTER GREEN "ALL METAL" COMFORTABLE ROCKING CHAIRS. 20½" WIDE FROM ARM TO ARM X 26" HIGH X 24¾ LONG FRONT TO BACK. BACK BASE BAR CHAIR REST ON IS 18¾ WIDE. SELLING THESE AS A PAIR FOR $300.00 (203) 461-1200 JACKSON ICE SKATES SIZE 61/2; PADDED ANKLE FOR JUMPS. COMES WITH SKATE GUARDS. $100; CALL: 203 461 1937 SUZUKI SEAT FOUND IN MY ATTIC $75.00 OBO; 203-531-7273 CASHMERE WRAP COAT CLYDE 100% CASHMERE WRAP COAT WOMENS SIZE MEDIUM; $150; CALL: 203 461 1937 SUEDE SKIRT NO SIZE. 26IN. WAIST, 27IN.

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LONG. MOREL LONDON SUEDE LEATHER. $200; CALL: 203 461 1937

BROOKS BROTHERS WOOL OVERCOAT VINTAGE BROOKS BROTHER’S OVERCOAT, SERIES 18, DOUBLE INSIDE BREAST POCKETS. MEN’ SIZE 42, SLEEVE LENGTH IS 24 INCHES. $300; CALL: 203 461 1937 MERCEDES-BENZ FLOOR MATS NEW IN BOX, FITS MERCEDES-BENZ GLE; $80; CALL; 203 461 1937 LUDWIG BELL & DRUM PERCUSSION SET COMES WITH BAG, BELL SET, PRACTICE DRUM, INSTRUMENT STAND AND MUSIC STAND. PERFECT FOR LEARNING. $100; CALL; 203 461 1937 PRINCE AIR TENNIS RACQUET NEW - MARIA LITE OS, ADULT RACQUET. $50; CALL: 203 461 1937 TOD’S ANKLE BOOTS

LIKE NEW WOMEN’S ANKLE BOOTS. SIZE 9 WITH STUDDED HEEL DETAIL $150; CALL: 203 461 1937

STUART WEITZMAN BOOTS WOMEN’S PULL ON KNEE HIGH BLACK SUEDE BOOT WITH 3 1/2” HEEL. LIKE NEW. SIZE 8 ½; $80 CALL: 203 461 1937 TALBOTS KNEE HIGH BOOTS Chocolate suede boots. Inside zipper. Size 9, like new; $50 Call: 203 461 1937 PRADA GLOVES LIGHTLY USED WOMEN’S SIZE 71/2, BLACK LEATHER WIT FUR TRIM. $200 CALL: 203 461 1937 (2) STACOR 5 DRAW LIKE NEW FLAT METAL FILES left. (1) White and (1) Black all the same size. Store art work, plans, pictures, posters, kids artwork, anything you need to store flat. These are already discounted. Why would you spend well over $1000 when mine are over 50% less in like new condition. Check out how large these are: 47 W x

17½ H x 34¾ D. Item # K-4634. My prices are the "BEST" for these large size flat files. Store Maps, posters,plans,art work. Draws easily pull out. Clean Excellent condition. No rust or dents. From a smoke free environment. $550. (203) 461-1200. Lovely French with Brass Trim and Scroll Accents Bakers Rack. 35½W X 19½D X 74½ H. Early 19th Century. The brass has a beautiful aged patina, but could be polished if desired. The stamping at the base of this unit says: E DAUBERT 7 RUE ALEXANDRE PARIS. Three top Brass Accents with a Center Divider. What makes this unique is that it has one black marbled accents rectangular wood insert shelf and two curved brass trim shelves. From a smoke free environment, (203) 461-1200. Manfrotto Bogen Auto Poles 2 P ie ces Complete w it h Clamps/holders Auto-poles are a great studio accessory. Able to span from f loor to ceiling, they will hold securely without legs. A unique locking mechanism assures stability. In situations where the ceiling

is too high, an accessory leg set is available. Perfect for holding up backg rounds or can be used as a pole to hold superclamps. This Manfrotto Single Autopole, Extends From 82.7"145.7". Color: silver; material: aluminum; maximum extension: 145.67 in.; minimum extension: 8 2 .6 8 i n . : p o l e d i a m e t e r : 45.40mm.; weight: 4.85 lbs. My listing includes. (2) Manfrotto Super Clamps, (4) Holders I have used these very little like maybe 2-4 times. From a smoke free environment: $300; (203) 461-1200. Pre-Owned Large Delsey Suitecase/Luggage 360 easy spin. 32" from wheels to top X 20"W X 13". Like New $125.00 (203) 461-1200. Pelican Soft Case with oodles of Storage space. Light weight. I have 2 extra gray Velcro pads which I will include. This case is great to take on an Airplane Travel, or just travel in general as it is light weight. Size of case is approx: 21 L X 8 W x 15 H. $90.00 (203) 461-1200. TACO CARTRIDGE CIRCULAR 007-F5 $85 2) AVAIL. 203-461-1200

PEGGY KARR GLASS PLATE 11” YELLOW FISH PLATE. NEW IN BOX. $30; CALL: 203 461 1937 ERIC PARNELL GLASS PLATE SALMON GLASS PLATE. $60; CALL: 203 461 1937 VINTAGE MISS LEWIS EVENING BAG BLACK, GENTLY USED EVENING BAG FROM BERGDORF GOODMAN. $50 CALL: 203 461 1937 TJ PERCUSSION DRUM SET PERCUSSION/ROCK 5 PIECE DRUM SET WITH ZILDJIAN CYMBALS. BLUE METALLIC, PLAYED VERY LITTLE. $350; CALL: 203 461 1937 PR E - OW N E D B E L L & GOSSETT 106189 MR SERIES 100 MOTOR WITH 9' COAXIAL CABLE. Ta ke n out i n 1 1-2 019 a s I upgraded my heating system. Lightly used or almost hardly ever as this was for my basement heat Zone only and rarely turned on. (203) 461-1200.

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Vote for Coach Kelly State Representative District 150

October 23, 2020

My name is Daniel Maddox, and I am a student at Greenwich High school, currently serving as Joe Kelly’s campaign intern. I accepted this internship with the intention of gaining experience in the unfamiliar world of politics, as I am a major proponent of civic participation and being informed about the world around us. Inspired by my time in my high school government class, I took what seemed like a major risk and started devoting a substantial amount of my time to the campaign. I feel that by spreading my personal experiences with Joe Kelly, I can convince people that it is in their best interest to consider him as their choice for State Representative in the 2020 election, regardless of the party they support. As a young adult, the hostility of the modern political world is magnified, and as a politically left-leaning person, I was initially very scared of voicing my own beliefs in our campaign environment. To my surprise, I found Joe Kelly to be someone who was always interested in hearing my input on almost every issue, and his overall encouragement was something that allowed me to stay true to myself. Joe is a person who listens, he’s always interested in what other people have to say. Going door-to-door with Joe was something that showed me quite a lot about his platform and who he is as a person. As we went around town to meet Greenwich voters, Joe was always ready to engage in civic discussion with everyone, no matter the subject or the person’s political views. Joe Kelly is someone who isn’t centered around party politics, and he’s made it clear that as a representative, he will vote to represent his constituents, and won’t be swayed by external influences from his party. In the office, Joe and I debated a multitude of topics, and I noticed how his genuine interest in opposing viewpoints is something that is revealing of what he will do with his time as state representative in Hartford. Joe promotes the union and cooperation between both political parties, and he’ll use his communication abilities to de-escalate the polarizing nature of our government. Regardless of where you stand politically, it is in your best interest to consider Joe Kelly as your choice for State Representative in the 2020 election. As a citizen of this country, please fulfill your duty by doing your research into the candidates of both state and national elections, and vote on November 3rd!

Daniel Maddox

With his deep understanding of, experience with, and commitment to Greenwich, Coach Kelly is supremely qualified to lead the state back to it’s winning ways

Market Continues To Be Very Busy By Mark Pruner

October Mid-Month Update We h a v e s o l d 5 2 h o m e s through October 16, 2020. Our 10year average for the whole month of September is only 49 houses. So, we have already sold more in half a month than we normally sale in the whole month of October. We also have 178 contracts so once again we have a good chance of having over 100 sales for the month and have record sales for any October. If you add the 173 contracts that we have signed now to our 577 sales, we have had in the first nine months you come up with 747 sales for the year. This would be our highest number of sales in the 21st century. What’s even more amazing is that the 4th quarter generally is only 21% of our sales. It will be much more this year. When you look at our sales and contracts for the last three months by week, the week ly transactions zig-zag, but even the low points are at a higher level than we saw in the first half of the year.

Activity Varies by Neighborhood

have bigger lots in the pandemic year of 2020, you are doing better. If you have less acreage per lot, the demand has not increased much this year.

Backcountry One of our hottest areas has been backcountry where sales are up 74% for the year. Our contracts are up an amazing 140% this year. We have sold 68 houses and have 24 under contract. While this is a remarkable turnaround this year in many ways, all this gain has just gotten backcountry back to even. When you look at the inventory of 83 houses compared to the sales of 68 houses you come up with 11.0 months of supply. The second highest for any neighborhood. Add in the 24 contracts and things look a little better with 9.5 months of supply which is down by 14 months of supply from last year. This increase in backcountry sales actually started in 2019 when

When you look at the neighborhoods, certain areas and numbers jump out. Backcountry and mid-country are doing very well this year, while Byram, Pemberwick, Banksville and North Mianus are not doing much better and in some statistical categories are actually doing worse. The one factor that ties all this together is acreage. If you have bigger lots in the pandemic year of 2020, you are doing better. If you have less acreage per lot, the demand has not increased much this year.

Total 2020 Greenwich House Sales and Contracts by Week Our totals are all looking good with our average and median sales prices up 9.0% and 12.5% respectively compared to yearend 2019. When you look just at 116 September sales, our average and median prices are up even more as you would expect in an accelerating market. On the inventory side, we are down at just about every price level. Our prices are up and so are backcountry sales for 2019 were up our sales and contracts. 30% compared 2018 (which tells S e p t e m b e r 2 0 2 0 Y T D you just how bad things had gotten Neighborhood Report in backcountry by 2018). The other Looking at just these numbers big change is where the sales and you would think that everything, contracts are in backcountry. In townwide is rosy. If, however, short, they are everywhere, which y o u l o o k a t t h e i n d i v i d u a l is a change from prior years. neighborhoods in Greenwich, In 2018 and before, the further you see a more nuanced stories. you went out in backcountry S o m e n e i g h b o r h o o d s a r e the harder it was to sell. Now, down in some categories and backcountr y is backcountr y. some neighborhoods are doing Sales are spread throughout the remarkably well compared to last 4 acre zone and there is even a year, but they still have a ways to concentration along the north go. border as folks from Westchester want to escape the harsh impact W h e n y o u l o o k a t t h e of the $10,000 SALT cap on taxes, neighborhoods, certain areas and but still want to be close to their numbers jump out. Backcountry friends in Armonk and Bedford. and mid-country are doing very well this year, while Byram, Mid-Country The area that has done the best Pemberwick, Banksville and in 2020 is mid-country or South North Mianus are not doing much of the Parkway as the Greenwich better and in some statistical MLS calls it. There sales are up categories are actually doing worse. The one factor that ties 60% less than backcountry’s 74% all this together is acreage. If you increase, but contracts in mid-

country are up an incredible 292% to 35 contracts compared to only 12 contracts in 2019. We also have 8.9 months of supply, the type of number you used to see some years for Riverside. Total sales in mid-country are $553 million or up $221 million from 2019. A lso, i n m id-cou ntr y t he average sales price is up $137,045 while the average sales price in backcountry is down this year. Neither of these numbers are particularly indicative of what individual house prices are doing. They indicate more higher-end houses are selling in mid-country a nd more house s b elow t he backcountry average north of the Merritt. The changes in the mix of what is sell are causing these numbers to jump around. For a better indication of how individual house values are doing, look at the price/sf and also the ratio of this year’s sales prices to the 2015 assessment values. These number are less effected by what price points are selling. When you

do that, you see that both these numbers are actually down a little bit. What we are seeing are lots of motivated sellers meeting the bids of even more motivated buyers. Once this group of sellers who have been waiting to sell is used up, then you will see more bidding wars and prices going up. Of course, this assumes that a couple of trillion dollars of new government debt and continuing high unemployment don’t lead to a recession next year. So far average and median prices are moving up. In September, both the average and median sales prices were up compared to those numbers for the whole year of 2020.

in NYC with some vary restless kids who are buying up houses left and right in these neighborhoods. Old Greenwich has 3.4 months of supply which is the very definition of combat buying. If you are buyer, you need to be all cash or have a mortgage application that is underwritten pre-approved, because you are not going to be the only people interested in the houses that are properly priced. In Riverside, it’s not tooth and claw, but it is still hot with only 4.7 months of supply, so be prepared. Cos Cob is actually at 6.7 months of supply, but this is down from 12.8 months of supply at this time last year; 2019 was not a good year R iverside , Cos Cob & Old for Cos Cob, but 2020 is. Greenwich Glenville These three neighborhoods Glenville has been much like in the southeast part of town Cos Cob and has done better have traditionally been our family than its southerly neighbors, neighborhoods and as such they Pemberwick and Byram. Glenville have done very well this year. has an inventory of 16 houses We have lots of families that have and has already sold 22 houses been cooped in small apartments with another 10 under contract.

This equates to 6.5 months of supply for sold houses and drops to 5.3 houses when you add in the contracts. Glenville also has the greatest increase in sales price/sf at 11.1%. We are seeing some real property value increases in this area. You wouldn’t know this however if you looked at the average sales price which is down 19.6%, This is the kind of jumps that you see where you have less than two dozen sales and the loss of a couple of high-end sales while also have a couple of more sales under the average. So, all the Glenvillians should focus on price/sf and ignore the averages. Pemberwick & Byram The market is not bad in Pemberwick and Byram, it is just didn’t get any hotter this year. The irritating thing about these two areas for us Realtors is that people who move in really like it and tend to stay here so from year to year we don’t have a lot to sell. Right now, we have 2 houses on the market in Pemberwick and 10 houses on the market in Byram. With 4 sales in Pemberwick we are looking at 4.5 months of supply, which is just the same as we had last year. It’s still hot, it just didn’t get hotter. Part of this may be that buyers who are f leeing New York City are looking at smaller lots and options throughout Westchester and Fairfield Counties. This can not be said of buyers looking for 2 and 4-acre lots, as many towns don’t have large lot zones. Byram has had 13 sales this year which equates to 6.9 months of supply, essentially the same as last year’s 6.8 months of supply. Both the average price/sf and the sales price to assessment ratio are up slightly in Byram. Summary Our market took off in June and has risen to levels of demand hardly ever rarely seen in the last 40 years. We are quickly working our way through our shadow inventory (a term I never understood, but Halloween is this month, and I’ve always wanted to use it). Once most of the folks that have been waiting to move up, move out or downsize have done so, we are going to see an even tighter market. Right now, we really need inventory to meet our demand; not something you normally say in October. If you do list now, however, trying the premium price route may well not be effective. You’ll get showings but if you do get offers, they may not be what you want. On the flipside, if you price your house to this market, you have a very good chance of having a contract before year-end even with the holidays coming up. Ma rk P r u n e r i s a Rea l to r with Berkshire Hathaway in their Greenwich office. He can be reached at 203-969-7900 or mark@bhhsne. com

COVID-19 Market Impact GRAPHS ARE DEPICTING THE FIRST 3 QUARTERS YEAR OVER YEAR ACTIVITY IN GREENWICH TOWNWIDE

$120,000,000

Total Sold Dollar Volume $100,000,000

$80,000,000 $80,000,000

$60,000,000 $60,000,000

$40,000,000 $40,000,000

30-Sep

23-Sep

16-Sep

9-Sep

2-Sep

26-Aug

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12-Aug

5-Aug

29-Jul

22-Jul

15-Jul

8-Jul

1-Jul

24-Jun

17-Jun

10-Jun

3-Jun

27-May

20-May

6-May

29-Apr

22-Apr

15-Apr

8-Apr

1-Apr

25-Mar

18-Mar

11-Mar

4-Mar

26-Feb

19-Feb

12-Feb

5-Feb

29-Jan

22-Jan

15-Jan

8-Jan

1-Jan

13-May

$20,000,000 $20,000,000

*Shelter -In-Place Started March 23rd, 2020 40

Number of Sold Properties 35

30 30

25 25

20 20

15 15

10 10

30-Sep

23-Sep

16-Sep

9-Sep

2-Sep

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19-Aug

12-Aug

5-Aug

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15-Jul

8-Jul

1-Jul

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17-Jun

10-Jun

3-Jun

27-May

6-May

29-Apr

22-Apr

15-Apr

8-Apr

1-Apr

25-Mar

18-Mar

11-Mar

4-Mar

26-Feb

19-Feb

12-Feb

5-Feb

29-Jan

22-Jan

15-Jan

8-Jan

1-Jan

20-May

13-May

$6,000,000 *Shelter -In-Place Started March 23rd, 2020

Average Sold Price

$5,000,000

$4,000,000 $4,000,000

$3,000,000 $3,000,000

$2,000,000 $2,000,000

30-Sep

23-Sep

16-Sep

9-Sep

2-Sep

26-Aug

19-Aug

12-Aug

5-Aug

29-Jul

22-Jul

15-Jul

8-Jul

1-Jul

24-Jun

17-Jun

10-Jun

3-Jun

27-May

20-May

6-May

29-Apr

22-Apr

15-Apr

8-Apr

1-Apr

25-Mar

18-Mar

11-Mar

4-Mar

26-Feb

19-Feb

12-Feb

5-Feb

29-Jan

22-Jan

15-Jan

8-Jan

1-Jan

13-May

$1,000,000 $1,000,000

*Shelter -In-Place Started March 23rd, 2020 *Shelter -In-Place Started March 23rd, 2020

Figures in this advertisement are based on publicly reported closed sales information for single family homes in Greenwich, Cos Cob, Riverside, and Old Greenwich via the Greenwich MLS YTD (1.1.2019 through 9.30.2019 vs 1.1.2020 through 9.30.2020).

2020 2019

It’s been a different kind of year. The 6 months following the Covid-19 shelter in place date have certainly been different than anything we could have expected. As we continue to navigate these unprecedented times, the health and safety of our community is our top priority. We quickly adapted to conduct business and supported our clients looking to buy, sell, or rent homes with virtual technology, video tours, and 3D Matterport tours.

Our third quarter market update highlights some of the major trends and changes we’ve seen in 2020. We welcome you to reach out to one of our professional real estate agents to walk you through what this data means to you and your property and to request your online copy of the Q3 Greenwich Market Update Report.

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OCTOBER NEW SALES

Data Compiled by Cesar Rabellino (203) 249-9866

Address Original List Price 2 Homestead Lane 210 $210,000 2 Homestead Lane 411 $395,000 630 Steamboat Road 2E $539,000 121 Putnam Park 121 $459,000 1465 Putnam Avenue 514 $525,000 9 River Road 403 $575,000 50 Weaver Street $620,000 453 Putnam Avenue 3I $614,500 45 Ettl Lane 206 $699,000 48 Stirrup Lane 48 $685,000 1 Cross Street $680,000 33 Ridge Street $885,000 36 Butler Street $825,000 414 Lyon Farm Drive 414 $995,000 607 Lyon Farm Drive 607 $865,000 301 Lyon Farm Drive 301 $995,000 114 Lyon Farm Drive 114 $1,350,000 157 Cat Rock Road $1,095,000 3 Walnut Street $1,050,000 1 Lyon Farm Drive 1 $1,295,000 16 Heronvue Road $1,175,000 9 Comly Avenue $1,250,000 8 View Street 5 $1,199,000 230 Stanwich Road $1,275,000 59 Cherry Valley Road $1,850,000 64 Orchard Street $1,325,000 49 Riverside Avenue $1,275,000 40 Sheephill Road $1,275,000 5 Georgetowne North 5 $1,325,000 13 Meyer Place $1,425,000 14 Hidden Brook Road $1,299,000 11 Tomahawk Lane $1,395,000 11 Marshall Street $1,375,000 33 Edgewater Drive $1,550,000 19 Overlook Drive $1,799,000 26 Bayside Terrace $1,795,000 15 Edgewater Drive $1,625,000 200 Palmer Hill Road $1,895,000 376 Sound Beach Avenue $1,695,000 16 Tod Lane $1,795,000 30 Sawmill Lane $1,895,000 84 Burning Tree Road $1,975,000 192 Bible Street $2,295,000 22 Wildwood Drive $2,149,000 324 Overlook Drive $2,195,000 2 Sheldrake Road $2,259,000 21 Watchtower Lane $2,375,000 1 Spring Road $2,595,000 32 Hettiefred Road $2,500,000 165 Shore Road B & C $3,000,000 15 Flagler Drive $3,175,000 40 Mooreland Road $2,795,000 325 Taconic Road $3,250,000 32 Hidden Brook Road $2,850,000 55 Rockwood Lane $3,495,000 87 Perkins Road $2,995,000 84 Meadow Road $3,295,000 7 Chieftans Road $3,395,000 16 Binney Lane $3,575,000 19 Meadow Lane $3,450,000 22 Normandy Lane $3,595,000 21 Byfield Lane $3,500,000 16 Center Road $3,699,000 53 Rock Maple Road $3,495,000 8 & 14 Fox Run Lane $3,995,000 18 Hillcrest Lane $3,985,000 191 Clapboard Ridge Rd $3,995,000 402ASound Beach Ave $4,600,000 33 Meeting House Road $4,595,000 36 French Road $6,600,000 27 Pecksland Road $5,495,000 675 Steamboat Road $5,995,000 500 Lake Avenue $7,700,000 496 Lake Avenue $7,495,000 16 Chimney Corner Lane $8,995,000 4 Old Round Hill Lane $9,995,000 66 Glenwood Drive $13,750,000 32 Indian Point Lane $20,995,000 17 Walsh Lane $18,500,000

List Price $199,774 $395,000 $449,000 $439,000 $525,000 $575,000 $558,000 $614,500 $699,000 $685,000 $680,000 $799,000 $825,000 $865,000 $865,000 $950,000 $1,150,000 $1,095,000 $1,050,000 $1,195,000 $1,175,000 $1,250,000 $1,199,000 $1,275,000 $1,850,000 $1,250,000 $1,275,000 $1,275,000 $1,325,000 $1,339,000 $1,299,000 $1,395,000 $1,375,000 $1,495,000 $1,495,000 $1,640,000 $1,625,000 $1,750,000 $1,695,000 $1,795,000 $1,895,000 $1,975,000 $2,295,000 $2,149,000 $2,195,000 $2,259,000 $2,375,000 $2,595,000 $2,500,000 $2,799,000 $2,995,000 $2,795,000 $3,250,000 $2,850,000 $2,995,000 $2,995,000 $3,295,000 $3,395,000 $3,450,000 $3,450,000 $3,595,000 $3,500,000 $3,699,000 $3,495,000 $3,995,000 $3,985,000 $3,995,000 $4,600,000 $4,595,000 $6,250,000 $5,495,000 $5,995,000 $6,790,000 $7,495,000 $8,400,000 $9,495,000 $13,750,000 $20,995,000 $18,500,000

Sold Price Cumulative DOM # Bdrms # FBths # HBths Acres +/$199,774 154 1 1 0 $385,000 50 1 1 0 0 $415,000 427 1 1 1 2.27 $422,000 90 1 1 0 $520,000 12 2 1 1 0 $535,000 77 2 2 0 0 $539,000 175 4 2 0 0.15 $614,500 0 2 2 1 0 $677,750 90 2 2 1 0 $685,000 0 2 3 1 0 $703,000 70 4 3 0 0.12 $750,000 345 3 2 0 0.27 $845,000 28 4 2 1 0.17 $848,000 188 3 2 1 0 $857,500 20 3 2 1 0 $910,000 217 3 2 1 0 $1,000,000 243 4 3 1 0 $1,025,000 572 4 3 0 2.5 $1,025,000 14 3 2 0 0.26 $1,100,000 98 3 2 1 0 $1,100,000 87 4 2 1 2.32 $1,138,500 53 3 3 0 0.26 $1,150,000 63 3 2 1 0 $1,150,000 51 4 2 1 1 $1,200,000 202 4 4 1 3.73 $1,200,000 161 5 3 1 0.3 $1,200,000 13 3 2 1 0.17 $1,220,000 125 3 3 1 0.14 $1,270,000 84 3 1 1 0 $1,325,000 140 3 2 0 0.29 $1,334,000 29 3 2 1 0.26 $1,350,000 239 5 3 1 1.17 $1,375,000 25 4 2 1 0.17 $1,410,000 80 3 2 1 0.19 $1,442,500 472 5 3 1 0.36 $1,570,000 250 4 4 1 0.28 $1,600,000 24 4 2 1 0.17 $1,700,000 133 5 5 2 0.52 $1,705,000 70 4 3 1 0.2 $1,775,000 264 6 4 1 4 $1,800,000 26 4 3 1 2.21 $1,940,000 146 5 4 0 2.28 $2,050,000 200 4 4 2 1.12 $2,100,000 58 5 5 1 0.35 $2,115,500 95 5 3 1 0.39 $2,130,000 59 4 4 1 0.24 $2,375,000 4 5 4 1 0.42 $2,450,000 135 4 4 1 0.42 $2,450,000 4 5 6 1 1 $2,500,000 340 3 3 1 0 $2,675,000 182 4 2 1 2.05 $2,795,000 13 4 4 1 4.82 $2,800,000 49 5 5 2 4.6 $2,850,000 0 6 4 1 0.27 $2,866,000 130 5 4 3 1.77 $2,900,000 53 4 5 1 2.01 $3,025,000 92 7 5 2 1.1 $3,222,500 144 4 7 2 1.76 $3,250,000 74 5 5 1 0.33 $3,300,000 20 5 5 1 2.63 $3,400,000 70 5 3 1 1 $3,450,000 36 5 5 2 2 $3,500,000 55 6 5 1 0.29 $3,675,000 51 6 6 1 2.24 $3,800,000 43 6 8 1 7.92 $3,866,000 240 5 5 1 1.42 $3,950,000 28 6 6 2 2.01 $4,237,500 79 7 6 1 0.65 $4,400,000 79 7 8 3 4.07 $5,400,000 1,077 8 9 1 2.5 $5,800,000 199 6 6 2 2.15 $6,250,000 269 6 6 2 0.58 $6,350,000 350 7 7 2 2.61 $7,200,000 61 7 7 3 3.45 $7,450,000 234 5 6 2 1.04 $8,675,000 202 7 9 2 3.15 $12,500,000 853 7 7 2 1.26 $17,000,000 144 5 6 2 2.36 $17,300,000 83 7 7 4 2.49

SqFt +/644 714 918 935 1,122 1,125 1,310 1,464 1,812 1,681 2,052 1,571 2,006 2,833 2,110 2,233 2,629 2,800 1,922 2,074 2,278 2,910 3,292 2,490 3,887 3,423 1,820 2,025 3,072 1,800 2,102 4,338 2,644 2,166 3,517 3,174 2,202 4,172 2,757 4,897 2,793 4,544 5,269 5,000 3,110 3,204 3,780 4,342 4,569 1,840 3,648 5,162 7,165 4,071 7,628 4,062 5,546 8,594 5,017 4,732 4,578 6,137 6,183 6,600 6,480 6,763 7,587 7,048 12,343 11,517 7,125 6,338 10,018 11,420 7,551 15,916 10,045 8,278 15,136

Sold Price/SqFt $310 $539 $452 $451 $463 $476 $411 $420 $374 $408 $343 $477 $421 $299 $406 $408 $380 $366 $533 $530 $483 $391 $349 $462 $309 $351 $659 $602 $413 $736 $635 $311 $520 $651 $410 $495 $727 $407 $618 $362 $644 $427 $389 $420 $680 $665 $628 $564 $536 $1,359 $733 $541 $391 $700 $376 $714 $545 $375 $648 $697 $743 $562 $566 $557 $586 $572 $521 $601 $356 $469 $814 $986 $634 $630 $987 $545 $1,244 $2,054 $1,143

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Manor House Traditions By Tom Williamson

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL CONTRACTOR

On estates or in families with more than one residence, there was an honored tradition of stewards, or estate managers, who would oversee the details of almost everything. Not a butler or landscaper or carpenter or electrician or housekeeper or painter, but more of a CEO; knowledgeable about all of those jobs plus experience in finances and management to ensure owners were not being taken advantage. Part mechanic, part general contractor, part fees and tax negotiator, and 100% loyal. A t r a d it i o n a l p r op e r t y manager would save time, money, and stress. In Great Britain, an estate manager on the great estates was also sometimes referred to as a fa r m ma nager. No matter the of f icial title, the estate ma nager ’s f i rst responsibility was, and still is, to ensure all the needs of the owners are considered and completed. The objective is to fashion a stress-free situation where owners do not have to worry about competence, pr ici ng, m ista kes, day-today operations, or security of the properties. As one estate manager put it: As ‘CEO’ of the household, you have a lot on your plate ensuring all runs smoothly. As a result the House Manager resides at the top of the chain of c om m a n d , ju st af ter the owners. Being this person I set all standards of service and I am trusted by the owner to hire/release staf f, pay household bills, organize repairs, keep records of household administrative activities and care for valuable possessions such as antiques, wines, silverware, china, paintings, classic vehicles among a lot of other responsibilities. O f te n e s t ate m a n a ge r s

Estate managers have to be trusted that each and every detail will always remain private and confidential. “Most owners,” he explains, “have extremely full lives between work and social responsibilities, so their homes need to be a sanctuary. will be responsible for finding and dealing with tenants and ensuring a tenant property is operati ng at a prof it or that non-income properties are operating at maximum efficiency. Where a dwelling (vacation home, second home) is only periodically occupied, the property manager might arrange for heightened security monitoring, housesitting, storage and shipping of go o d s , a nd ot he r l o c a l sub-contracting necessar y to make the property comfortable when the owner i s i n r e s i d e n c e (ut i l it i e s , systems operating, supplies and staff on hand, etc.). I n t o d a y ’s i n t e r n e t driven world and economy, the traditional estate manager has become a fractured amalgamation of housekeepers, house painters, landscapers, and “as needed” la b or ers a nd cont rac tors. Entire industries and, unfor tunately illegal work forces, have spr u ng up to replace the traditional estate manager. The nightmare scenarios are many but even the most benign involve substandard work and unethical behavior that typically seems to cost less but ends up costing home owners a great deal more and adds the burden of uninsured workers and unlicensed contractors. The traditional estate manager hires qualif ied, known, and properly licensed

and insured individuals and organizations. They manage budgets, if the estate owns animals and livestock, the estate manager is even responsible for overseeing agricultural activities, and liaising w ith ex ter na l employees such as vets. They are also expected to ensure that the land is being used to its full potential. According to Greenwich Property Management owner John Hone, estate managers have to be trusted that each and ever y detail w ill always remain private and confidential. “Most owners,” he explains, “have extremely full lives between work and social responsibilities, so their homes need to be a sanctuary. Our role is to create calm. We ensure everything is efficient w it h ex treme at tention to detail.” In addition, says Hone, “the people we work w ith t y pic a l ly have big he a r ts. They a re people who g ive back to the community and others. A big part of our job is to help them and keep an eye on what is happening in the community.” The ideal estate manager s e e m s to b e a j a c k o f a l l trades; someone professional, personable, and polite, who isn’t afraid to get his or her hands dirty, with a financial mind for budget management. Many recruitment firms place candidates in global locations like London, Monaco, Moscow and Dubai and these

individuals work exclusively for one family. Whle the cost of hiring a full-time person is out of reach for many homeowners, today that cost is mitigated through companies that serve many estates and know the local area and government intimately. Often this kind of a company will save home owners money by negotiating work and contracts down and preventing problems. Hone has been running pr op e r t ie s for ove r t h r e e decades and he says the key to success is f inding people with the kind of expertise, efficiency, and effectiveness that on ly a specia list in a particular area can provide being managed by a jack-ofall-trades; able to oversee security, plumbing, roof ing, facilities, leases, f inances, event planning, electricity, ventilation, etc. In Europe, one estate manager says he “had one position where the homeowner had absolutely no i nte r e s t i n t he de t a i l s pertaining to the daily running of the house. I just had to make the decisions mysel f. Th is me a nt t hat I had zero excuse if something w a sn’t work i ng or w a sn’t up to standard when my employer would arrive.” In another situation he, “had to report each day for every single dollar spent.” So it seems another key to success in this honored profession is flexibility.

In today’s internet driven world and economy, the traditional estate manager has become a fractured amalgamation of housekeepers, house painters, landscapers, and “as needed” laborers and contractors.

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Whatever you do, remember that when decorating for Halloween, the most important thing is having fun!

head to Silverman’s Farm in Easton, CT to pick your own pumpkins! After you’ve selected your pumpk ins, bring them home and set up your pumpkin carving stations. Remember to put down newspaper or towels and have an adult scrape out the pumpkin guts. Once you have the pumpkin guts out, take a sharpie and outline what you want cut. Go traditional or completely unique! Your design is completely up to you. Once you have your outline, cut out your design! If you’re a child, find an adult to cut out your design for you. Then put a candle in your jack-o-lantern and put it on your porch. Or skip the carving all together and paint your pumpkins instead! Make your own Halloween wreath. The easiest way to make your own Halloween wreath is to head to the craft store. Make sure to pick up a Styrofoam w reath form and any other spook-tacular decorations you

want to add on. The decorations can be anything from bats to leaves, to googly eyes, the only limit is your imagination. Once you have all of your decorations head home and hot glue everything onto the Styrofoam wreath form. Let it cool, and hang it up! G et sp o ok y w it h spider webs. Fake spider webs are a real treat for people who love H a l l owe e n! D e c or ate you r bushes and shrubs, your front porch, or just your dining room! Add in fake spiders for another layer of fun. If spider webs aren’t your thing, hang Halloween garlands instead. The possibilities for Halloween decor are endless. Take inspiration f rom your favorite spooky family a-la the Addams Family, or make it completely your own. Whatever you do, remember that when decorating for Halloween, the most important thing is having fun!

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your household and displaying them or, at a safe distance, with 1. Make sure to wash your neighbors or friends ha nds b efore ha nd l i ng t he candy! 2 . Doing a Halloween scavenger hunt where children 2 . Consider setting up a are given lists of Halloweenstation with individually bagged themed things to look for while treats instead of handing out they walk outdoors from house candy individually or setting to house admiring Halloween out a bowl. This way not only decorations at a distance d o yo u k n ow k i d s w i l l b e 3. Having a virtual following the “take one” sign that always gets ignored, it also Halloween costume contest makes it so kids don't touch 4. Hav ing a Ha l loween every piece of candy in the movie night with people you bowl. live with 3. Give out candy outdoors. 5. Having a scavenger huntInstead of standing in your doorway, give out candy on style trick-or-treat search with your doorstep, walkway, or your household members in or yard. The more open the space around your home rather than going house to house is, the better.

By Emma W. Barhydt B e s u r e t o r e -u p yo u r candy stock and get ready to see all different kinds of little monsters on your doorstep this October 31st because , Halloween is not canceled! But it will look a little different this year, so in order to keep ever yone safe , here are th e C DC a n d Con n e c t ic u t recommended guidelines for Halloween. For Trick or Treaters: 1. Wear a mask! This one has b ecome second nat u re for most people at this point. Please wear a mask while in crowded areas or while getting candy from houses. Make your mask a part of your costume by choosing a costume where a mask is required (ninja, doctor, nurse, cowboy), substituting makeup (such as a cat nose and whiskers) for a mask, or get masks with fun and festive Halloween patterns! Please keep in mind that costume masks are not substitutes for get pretty crowded while out trick-or-treating, so please medical or cloth masks. be sure to maintain a 6 foot 2. Keep a six foot distance distance while on the street and from other people who don’t while getting candy. live with you. The streets can

Be sure to re-up your candy stock and get ready to see all different kinds of little monsters on your doorstep this October 31st because, Halloween is not cancelled! 3. Wash your hands. Bring a bottle of hand sanitizer with you and make sure to sanitize after getting or giving candy. When you get home or when

4. Wear a mask! This is important for people who wish to give out candy as well. Please keep in mind that costume masks are not substitutes for medical or cloth masks.

If you don’t feel comfortable t r ick- or-t r e at i n g t h i s ye a r you’re done giving out candy, but still want to get into the be sure to wash your hands holiday spirit, here are a couple thoroughly with soap and water different activities to try: for at least 20 seconds. 1. Car v ing or decorating pumpk ins with members of

Please keep in mind: Hosting an indoor party that exceeds 25 people indoors or 150 people outdoors can result in a fine of $500 and attending a party that exceed attendance rules can result in a f ine of $250. Enjoy all the fun and spooky festivities that Halloween has to offer, but remember to be smart and safe! See the Greenwich Sentinel's main section for more Halloween inspiration.

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A New Holiday Tradition in Development By Jim Zanetti Fall is the time when one starts to plant up paper-whites and amaryllis for the upcoming holidays. They both can be grown in water or potting soil. Be sure to pay attention to length of time to bloom if you want them in flower at a particular time.

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AMARYLLIS: The A mar yllis is quick ly gaining a role as a major part of holiday decorating and gift-giving. The big brown bulb matures into a bold beautiful flower that can keep on blooming for years. Growing amaryllis is much easier than you might think. The large, spectacular beauty of the blooms scares some people but, like all bulbs, the ingredients for beauty are all contained in the bulb. I n add it ion to pr ov id i n g hues of reds, pinks and whites, amaryllis can be the beginning of a new family tradition. There are children who have the amar yllis bulbs that her mothers grew at the holidays. They have been passed from one generation to the next creating a poignant holiday tradition. Amaryllis in water: Select a "tallish" g lass vase w ith a wide opening on the top so that the amaryllis bulb can sit in it securely. Add water to vase so that the water just touches the bottom of the bulb and maintain that level. Do not add water any higher than that level as this excess water will rot the bulb. We do not have much faith in this method as bulbs develop poorly and tend to rot. Potting soil is the preferred way to go. A maryllis in soil: Choose a c o nt a i n e r w i t h d r a i n a g e . Amaryllis do well in clay pots. They also tend not to tip over as easily in them because the heavy clay helps keep them steady as they grow. Start to fill your container with a light weight potting soil. Place the amaryllis in the pot so that the top 25% of the bulb is not covered by soil. This will prevent the collar (the top portion around the nose) from rotting due to moisture sitting on it. Water thoroughly after planting, and then water as the soil starts to dry. Turn the pot every few days so the flower stem will grow straight. A mar yllis take any where from to six to eight weeks to bloom after planting. Sometimes even longer! The process can be sped up somewhat by introducing some bottom heat to the bulb, such as placing the pot on a radiator. PAPER-WHITES: One of the most enjoyable f lowers for blooming indoors during the fall and winter is the paper-white narcissus. It’s actually a form of daffodil, so to speak, and it’s a bulb that will produce a living bouquet for your home.

We're used to seeing amaryllis around the holidays - they're a popular gift because they're easy to grow and they produce beautiful flowers during the winter months. While a single bulb can produce several huge flowers, by planting three bulbs of the same variety in one pot, or mixing and matching a few different varieties, the result will be spectacular.

Bright red Amaryllis are the perfect holiday accent.

Paperwhites are one of the most enjoyable flowers for blooming indoors in the fall and winter.

It’s so easy to grow because everything is packaged inside the bulb. All you have to do is add water and nature will do all the work. Paper-whites have a funny characteristic. When planted

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is the method we usually use at McArdle's when we pot up paper-whites. You need a water tight container (metal, plastic, glass, ceramic, etc.) that is at least 3 to 4 inches deep, and some gravel. Add enough gravel in the container so that when the bulb is placed in it the bulbs' nose (the tip) is level with the top rim of the pot. A small amount of charcoal (a tablespoon or two) applied to the bottom, prior to adding the gravel, with help with any odor from the water. Put the bulbs in and back fill with more gravel until the only the nose shows. The paper-whites can be placed touching each other to give a full look when in bloom. Be careful to leave enough room below in the container for root growth since the gravel serves as an anchor for the roots . The bulbs will put out a lot of roots, and failure to leave room will result in the bulbs "heaving" themselves right out of the pot. Finally, add water until the it just touches the bottom of the nose of the bulb. Check every few days to add water if needed. Paper-whites in soil: When using potting soil you will need a container that has drainage. Simply add soil to the pot and place the bulbs so their noses will be just below the surface of the soil. Water thoroughly after planting, and then just keep the soil slightly damp. Paper-whites grow equally well in either water or soil. It's your choice!

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early in the fall they take about five and a half weeks to bloom. As the season progresses, this time frame shortens. By late fall they take about two and a half to three weeks to bloom from potting time. Paper-whites in water: This

For more information on bulbs and all your planting needs, please visit McArdle’s Florist and Garden Center, www.McArdles.com or stop by 48 Arch Street, Greenwich. yourfriends@mcardles.com or 203-661-5600

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A Spectacular Spring Garden is Easier than You Think

By Jim Zanetti A bulb is next year’s plant neatly packaged and surrounded by scale and immature leaves, f lower stems, and sometimes even flower buds. The whole bulb is neatly wrapped in a papery brown tunic. There are four main things to consider as you plan out your bulb garden. SELECTING_: Select highquality, large “Top-size” or “HeavyMother” bulbs from a Bulk bin. Bulk bins allow you to see the quality and size and often have bulbs with better flowers because they have less chance of becoming dehydrated during shipping. Select bulbs that are firm and plump. Small nicks, or loose skins do not affect the quality, but avoid bulbs with soft spots, showing signs of rotting, or which are very light for their size, which indicates desiccation. With bulbs you often get what you pay for! P L A N T I N G L O C AT I O N : Consider the light: most spring bulbs can be planted under trees and shrubs and most summer blooming bulbs require full sun. Bulbs on a south slope will bloom earlier than a north slope; bulbs on a hill bloom earlier than bulbs in a valley. SOIL: Good soil drainage, comp osit ion, a nd q ua l it y is essential in raising bulbs. High clay content can be improved by adding compost, composted manure, peat moss or other organic material worked in the top 12-18” of soil. The optimum pH range for most bulbs is 6 to 7. A soil pH test of the planting area is necessary to determine if any amendments need to be applied to adjust the soil pH.

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F ERT I L I ZI NG: M i x b one meal, Bulb-tone or triple-superphosphate w ith the soil in the lower part of the planting bed as it is being prepared to encourage root development. Supply additional nutrients each d (sm).qxp_Layout 6:56 Page 1 season 1as6/10/20 soon as thePMshoots break through the ground in the late winter. Fertilize monthly, but don’t fertilize after f lowering — it can rot the bulb and shorten the flower life. Follow fertilizing r e c om m e nd at ion s f r om t he manufacturers. For more information please visit McArdle’s, www.McArdles. com, stop by 48 Arch Street, email yourfriends@mcardles.com, or call 203-661-5600.

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