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features

SECOND NATURE

Step inside this stunning dream home that showcases ingenious design and pristine modern décor. (We’re not sure which views are better—the waterfront or the museum-quality artwork.) by m a ry k ate ho g a n

TAKE CARE

Choosing a senior living residence is a big decision. Thankfully, our area offers plenty of options. We take look at some of the latest upgrades and new amenities that accommodate active lifestyles. by sc ot t thom as

departments 14 EDITOR’S LETTER 18 FOUNDER’S LETTER Of Lucky Living

22 STATUS REPORT BUZZ River House Adult Day Center offers our seniors a safe and vibrant environment to thrive. SHOP Feminine style meets edgy flair at the new ba&sh on the Avenue. HOME Local designers share their tips on making your outdoor spaces just as luxe as your indoors. DO Can brain mapping be the key to treating certain emotional and physical problems? EAT Master Chef Brian Lewis brings his culinary skills to Greenwich with the opening of The Cottage.

46 G-MOM Take advantage of our gorgeous coastline with these awesome boating, cruising and kayaking options; Greenwich Moms picks for activities and events (plus gifts ideas for that hard-to-shop-for Dad in your life)

22 on t h e c ov e r : sleek modern st yle in old green w ich c ov e r phot o g r aph b y: h ulya kol abas f l or al arr ang emen ts b y: green of green wich

55 PEOPLE & PLACES greenwich magazine’s Greenwich Restaurant Week Opening Night Party; Planned Parenthood of Southern New England luncheon; Stamford Hospital and J.McLaughlin; Perfect Provenance trunk show

65 VOWS Papalian–Ross; Lazar–Segna

95 INDEX OF ADVERTISERS 96 POSTSCRIPT In the slow lane at Binney Park

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“The antique gun that Jack’s mother lifted from some poor tribesman in Afghanistan and the African knife weren’t acceptable.”

OUTSIDE: Our house faces East. North would

be better for business (uh-oh, I’ve been editing from home during the pandemic), but East was good for our family. A comforting thought. I draw the line at turning the house around. The weeping cherry was too close to the front door, making it hard for energy to enter. But it was good we'd replaced the trees blown down by a storm, because it shows we believe in future generations. (Today, that weeping cherry is on its last roots. I plan to replace it with a young one in a slightly more auspicious spot.) FRONT DOOR: The front door was black,

a color the Chinese consider very lucky, especially for a front door because it attracts, absorbs and brings in positive energy. (Now it’s painted red, the traditional color of Chinese

wedding dresses. So good luck on that one, too.) And eagles being fiercely protective, our eagle door knocker kept away evil spirits.

FRONT HALL: The big mirror was fabulous, because mirrors reflect away evil spirits and secret arrows. The gallery of paintings ascending the curved staircase to the second floor, especially one of ballet dancers, made it easier to walk upstairs. LIVING ROOM: The little Regency desk at the

entrance was good, because it kept us in touch with the comings and goings in the house; and the peach walls gave the room life. The wind chimes tinkling on the terrace made happy sounds, great for moving energy; and feng shui hates sharp edges, so the curve of the piano was nice. Our “wealth corner” had three goldframed French fans in increasing sizes and a brass stirrup on the table below “to catch the coins. It’s like a progress of building wealth here,” said Connie, adding that unlike us, the Chinese aren’t at all shy about talking about money. However, the antique gun that Jack’s mother lifted from some poor tribesman in Afghanistan and the African knife weren’t acceptable. Feng shui doesn’t approve of weapons in the house, even knives at the dinner table. The Chinese eat with chopsticks and cut things up in the kitchen. FAMILY ROOM: Born in the Year of the Rat,

Connie wasn’t wild about Vincent, the real live tuxedo cat sleeping on the couch, or Beth Henry’s bronze sculpture of a reclining cougar

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’ve lived in the same house in Riverside for almost sixty years. It’s a lucky house. It tried to burn itself down once (a faulty charger ignited Jack’s workbench in the basement), but we got a nearly new house on Chubb. Good ol’ Chubb. I know it’s lucky because long ago Connie Fisher, an expert on feng shui, told us so. That’s the 3,000-year-old Chinese tradition in which it is said that how and where you build your house and arrange your rooms affects your fortune. It’s about getting rid of the “secret arrows” and getting the chi (energy) flowing so you can work, sleep, think, love, laugh and breathe more easily—thus you’re a happier, more prosperous person. Here were some of her observations.

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founder’s page (too ferocious), but at least he (or she) wasn’t on the prowl. The needlepoint backgammon table I’d stitched with dragons was a big hit. “Dragons are so auspicious,” she marveled, “for good luck, strength, goodness, male fertility, you name it!” The beak of a duck decoy was pointing right at the little table where Jack and I often ate, a secret arrow she neutralized by turning it in another direction. The overhead wood beams were our biggest problem—too divisive.

was a nice precaution. The yellow floor was great, a resting color good for digestion. DEN: The bookcases were a problem because

Grandfather’s books were pushed back far enough to show the knife edge of each shelf. Bringing them forward two inches made everything right. LAVATORY: Connie puzzled over the

significance of our novel Lucite toilet seat with mint coins embedded in the rim. While water is propitious where money is concerned—she noted that financial firms seem to hang a lot of seascapes in their offices—“you risk flushing your coins down the toilet, and the magic is that they don’t go!” she offered. (If they did, the plumbing would go, too.) “Maybe it’s lucky?”

DINING ROOM: The silk flower centerpiece

was good. The Chinese like an abundance of flowers, but never dried, which suggest death. The jade plant on the sideboard was wonderful with its little coin-shaped leaves, as though we were “growing our own wealth.” But no cactuses in the house, please. KITCHEN: The stove was adjacent to the sink. Good. If they had been opposite each other, fire and water would clash and cause arguments. In the kitchen? God forbid. A spot of green being an instant feng shui fix, the woven green mat

MASTER BEDROOM: The foot of our bed

faced the door—not terrific because you’re carried out feet first when you die, but a love seat at the end of the bed helped break

grand

up the unfortunate traffic pattern. There were too many windows (they decrease your sense of protection), and too many mirrors (they cause strife between husband and wife). Besides, you don’t want to be reflected too much when you’re sleeping, your most vulnerable time. Fortunately, the walls were green, not red, which was a sign of infidelity. (Hmmm. It’s about those wedding dresses.) BACK BEDROOM: “If your bedroom’s over the

garage, you’re going to travel more,” Connie observed. No joke. It was Jonathan’s, now our CEO. After college, he’d gone around the world on his own with just a forty-pound backpack, gotten his M.B.A. in Sydney and worked in Tokyo where he met his Russian wife. He still travels whenever he can, but with Elena, most of their five kids and a lot of luggage. And that bedroom has become my office. Funny. A lot of this feng shui stuff started making sense to me. In any case, I love my house and plan to stay in it—with or without a secret arrow or two. G

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above: River House Executive Director Donna Spellman and her compassionate caregivers take pride the important services they offer our seniors.

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estled along the banks of the Mianus River in the refurbished former Cos Cob pump station, the nonprofit River House Adult Day Center has become an inviting daily refuge for scores of local seniors and adults whose advancing age and frailties make independent living isolating and challenging. “We feel like we’re a little bit of a best kept secret, and we don’t want to be that anymore,” says Donna Spellman, executive director of the vibrant adult center, the only such place offering daily respite care for seniors in the Stamford/Greenwich area. Spellman wants to get the word out for good reason: River House is bridging a gap for many seniors, who are striving to maintain some independence but need a social outlet and health monitoring, yet are often reliant on stretched-to-the-max family caregivers for support. “We do a lot at River House to help our clients, but the one thing we don’t have is beds,” says Spellman. “Everyone goes home, and that’s the point. What we offer here is respite. And for our clients and their families, that can be a really important break.”

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WHO DROPS IN The average River House client is between seventy-five and eighty years old, but they range in age from forty-eight to ninety-nine. “We see a lot of Parkinson’s, dementia, Alzheimer’s, stroke and a great deal of traumatic brain injury, which sometimes brings us a younger client,” explains Spellman. “They come here for so many reasons. In many cases it’s because this is what keeps them from being in some kind of skilled nursing facility. They are remaining in their home or with a family member who acts as their caretaker. Often times it’s a parent living with adult children.” While most clients are Greenwich residents, about 40 percent come from nearby Stamford. River House provides transportation from both communities, while clients from farther afield make their own arrangements. Most clients come between three and five days a week, and a few come for half-day sessions. “What we do is personalized and flexible for each client,” explains Spellman. “We are very focused on meeting our clients and their families exactly where they are.”

STAYING CARED FOR (AND BUSY) Engagement, fun and healthcare are essential parts of the River House day. During our recent visit, a large group of seniors were seated in a spacious recreation room enjoying a volunteer-led chair movement class doing yoga-like stretches and postures from chairs and wheelchairs. Upstairs, clients with more advanced cognitive issues were playing memory games with the therapeutic recreation staff. Other activities might include volleyball played with balloons, barbecues and creative movement class. In nice weather, small groups of clients may take day trips on the Island Beach Ferry or to local attractions. River House offers a hot catered lunch daily in a room featuring panoramic views of the Mianus River, so scenic it should probably be kept a secret from local event planners. An inviting stone outdoor patio hosts many waterfront barbecues and corn hole tournaments. In addition, River House has registered nurses and health aides onsite, who do regular medical checks on clients while also providing services such as attended bathing in its expansive, wheelchair accessible shower.

“For some of our clients, taking a shower here is easier than doing it at home; so we’ll take care of that and even their laundry, if they need it,” Spellman explains. “And by checking on our clients vitals and giving them their medications, we’re also able to keep tabs on their health and intervene when there’s an issue that requires more attention.”

“We’re very transparent in that we’re not the right fit for everyone,” adds Spellman, who says some especially frail seniors may be better suited to round-the-clock in-home care or a skilled nursing facility. “But even when River House isn’t the right place for someone, it’s important to us to be a resource to the community.”

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The stress of caring for an aging loved one with declining health takes a profound toll. With that in mind, River House provides social services support to both its clients and their loved ones. In addition to offering much needed support group and individual counseling for clients’ caretakers, River House maintains strong ties to local social service providers and health- and eldercare facilities to help its guests and their families access the support and intervention they may need. “For many of the clients we work with, coming here is the thing that makes it possible for them to continue living at home with family. So the family has to be part of the equation.”

River House charges a day rate of $100 for clients, which includes door-to-door transportation, therapeutic recreation and hot, nutritious daily meals. But the nonprofit’s small team works diligently to make its services available to anyone who needs them regardless of the ability to pay. A sliding-scale fee based on income means many clients pay much less than the standard day rate. “Aging is expensive, and we’re very cognizant of that,” says Spellman. “So we’re committed to having a strong scholarship program. We don’t want to ever be in the position of turning someone away because of an inability to pay.” At press time, River House had openings for new clients.

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above: River House offers clients of varying ages and cognitive ability a safe space to engage with friends and receive necessary healthcare.

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Inspired by the homeowner’s travels in Europe, this fully furnished glass solarium overlooks Long Island Sound; a chandelier by Una Malan illuminates the space at night and heated floors keeps it comfortable in any season.

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A custom sectional with side table by Palacek gives the family plenty of room for lounging. The round dining table from Restoration Hardware is set for entertaining. Café chairs are also from RH. left: The dog loves the McKinnon & Harris lounge chair and ottoman as much as the rest of the family does. Outdoor carpet is from Stark. below: The red brick Georgian Revival home

aking the most of your home’s outdoor areas can double your living space, says Chris Roughan. “You see this type of living all the time in California, and people on the East Coast have finally caught on,” she says, referring to large retractable glass doors that open a whole wall to a deck or patio. For clients who live on the water, Chris created a four-season “glass house” entertaining area with heated floors, upholstered seating and a dining table positioned for optimal views. The contractor (Tim O’Malley of Argus Development) took Nano doors from Europe and customized them for the structure, she says. Then Chris installed custom decorative drapes for ambience. “It feels like you’re at a spa at night with the soft summer wind blowing the draperies” made of a Corragio fabric that’s waterproof, stain-proof and sun-proof.

“It feels like you’re at a spa at night with the soft summer wind blowing the draperies.”

PAINT PICK Ammonite from Farrow & Ball is such a versatile hue. “It really changes in the light,” Chris says. “Sometimes it looks gray. Sometimes it’s more ivory with a hint of light blue.”

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CHIC SOURCES A must-see home and garden shop for unique accessories, Devonshire of Palm Beach sells Balinese hanging lanterns, Spain pottery, Moroccan ginger jars and select items from France, England and Italy, antiques and more. For outdoor furnishings, Chris likes the custom colors from McKennon & Harris. Her favorite outdoor fabrics are Holly Hunt and Schumacher.

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In this pool cabana and outdoor entertaining space, the white slipcover sofas are from Flexform (made so they can be sat on with wet swimsuits) and coffee table by Etel Design. The other furniture, the low-slung slatted coffee table and rugs are from Paola Lenti.

Marcia Tucker Interiors CHIC SOURCES Perennials and Sutherland outdoor furniture line is “one of the best,” Marcia says. She loves the outdoor rug line from Loro Piano and many pieces from Paolo Lenti (she is the exclusive marine dealer in our area). For wallcoverings, she likes the hand-painted and hand-embroidered collections from Fromental.

“We focus on comfort inside, making it feel very cozy by bringing in textures, soft carpeting, linens, blankets, lots of layering.” —marcia tucker

MIX MASTER Don’t buy the whole furniture set from one collection. Marcia advises mixing styles of furniture—say, a coffee table from a different line. Adding a rug is another way to make the outdoor room feel more cozy.

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s a designer who also specializes in yacht interiors, Marcia turns to luxe marine-grade furnishings for homes, too, especially for outdoor spaces. Collections such as those by Italian designer Paola Lenti bring color and sophistication to yachts as well as patios, with many pieces made from marine-grade roping that can tolerate extreme weather conditions and still look like new. Marcia draws inspiration from the cocoon-like comfort of yacht cabins. “We focus on comfort inside, making it feel very cozy by bringing in textures, soft carpeting, linens, blankets, lots of layering. All the walls have to be upholstered. Everything inside is wood with textiles on the walls,” she says. “We bring that same feeling of coziness to our residential projects.”

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above: Restoration Hardware and Dedon chaises under Tucci’s Manta umbrellas in charcoal provide the perfect perch for lounging poolside. below: Protected from the elements, the Hirsch poolhouse extends the outdoors, finished in natural colors and materials with plants all around.

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BLOOMING ACCENTS Large potted plants enliven a home, whether they’re placed indoors or out. “Flowers and plants just make me happy,” says Amy, who decorates her pool house with “a menagerie” of large potted plants that she brings inside during the winter months. “I love the green so much in my house.”

Her family’s poolhouse … [is] “the ultimate oasis.” —amy hirsch

FAVE WALLPAPER Amy is a huge fan of the custom hand-painted grasscloth Surfaces by David Bonk, a San Francisco-based artisan. “David is always accommodating for custom colors and open to rescaling and customizing his papers for our interiors,” says Amy. “Of course, we can never do anything simple and standard!” FRAGRANT TOUCHES Earthy, scented hand soaps from Aesop are on Amy’s must-have list, especially the Aromatique Hand Wash and Balm. “I give it as gifts to clients and put it in my studio.” AMY VISCHIO

rick out your patio or other outdoor space by surrounding it with comfortable cushions and pillows and plenty of comfortable seating, Amy says, as she did here for her family’s poolhouse, which she calls “the ultimate oasis.” Don’t forget the lighting: Install an overscaled light fixture, but as you would with an interior room, make sure it’s wet- or damp-rated.

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Lanterns, plants and yellow-toned cushions infuse this outdoor living room with a sunny sensibility.

Brighten up a patio with patterned throw pillows and table linens. —amy zolin

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GARDEN DÉCOR Brighten up a patio with patterned throw pillows and table linens. Amy’s pick: Citrus Garden, based on an iconic pattern Joseph Frank created for Schumacher. “It’s infused with color and wit and instantly recognizable,”

Amy says. It’s available as a pillow or table linens by Matouk. To light up your outdoor living spaces, Amy recommends cordless Zafferano lanterns, which run on batteries and can be dimmed. CHIC SOURCES Her ultimate scented candle is the Baobob Collection in Stones—Lazuli, available at The Home Boutique of Greenwich. For throws, Amy likes the Nash collection from Uniquity, which is woven in Belgium of a special linen and mixed fibers.

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o elevate a terrace, patio or other alfresco spaces, Amy relies on outdoor rugs. “Choose a solid textured weave that’s kid- and pet-friendly, so it’s easy to clean,” she says. She likes the indoor-outdoor selection at Jaipur Living.

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Is It All in Your Head? THE SCIENCE OF BRAIN MAPPING IS HELPING PATIENTS DISCOVER THAT THE ANSWER MAY BE YES b y b et h c o on ey f i t z pat ric k

nthony Silver and his team at Gray Matters say that quite often the emotional and physical problems plaguing us can be traced back to the way our brains are wired and how they are functioning—or malfunctioning. A family therapist by training, Silver practices what he describes as the science of “making the invisible visible” by using complex brain scans and often neurofeedback sessions to diagnose and treat problems ranging from mood and attention deficit disorders to emotional trauma and head injuries such as concussions. After fifteen years in practice in Westport, Silver opened an East Putnam Avenue location of Gray Matters earlier this year to cater to a growing Greenwich clientele. At both Gray Matters locations, he and his team regularly consult with patients who are frustrated with their attempts to address lingering physical and mental health challenges. “I try to help people connect their difficulties and symptoms with how their brain is working,” says Silver. “Our goal is to help people get better, no matter what it takes.” Silver explains that clients will often sign up for a brain scan (qEEG or quantitative electroencephalogram) followed by

neurofeedback sessions. Also known as EEG (electroencephalogram) biofeedback, neurofeedback is a computer-based therapy that uses sound or visual signals to retrain the brain. “We find it is incredibly calming for people dealing with things like anxiety, ADHD and depression,” he says. While Silver says neurofeedback “can sometimes make the difference medication can’t,” he adds that many patients also use the treatment in combination with prescription drugs. While the efficacy of brain mapping and neurofeedback have been questioned by some medical practitioners because of the lack of an expansive body of clinical research documenting their benefits, Silver says the treatments are increasingly considered mainstream. He notes, for example, that qEEG brain mapping results are now considered admissible in civil courts in most states when injuries are being evaluated. Still, he cautions that seeking out clinicians with a strong expertise in the field is critical, because charlatans are out there. “Not everyone who is doing this is doing it well or ethically,” he says. “Done well, neurofeedback and qEEG is very, very good, but it has to be done well.”

How It Works A qEEG brain mapping session takes about two-and-a-half hours and begins with a comprehensive clinical history of the client. “Because we are therapists, we’re really interested in finding out what’s been going on and how it’s impacting their life,” Silver explains. That’s followed by a brain mapping session. Patients wear a beanie-like cap affixed with nineteen electrodes and sit quietly as their brains are scanned for about twenty minutes. Then, Silver or one of his colleagues sits with the patient to review what they’ve found. “It can be very overwhelming, and a lot of times patients cry when we review the results, because we are taking something very abstract—how you feel—and showing you it’s not that abstract at all. We can see it, measure it and quantify it.” Costs A qEEG brain mapping session costs $1,450 and is not covered by insurance. Neurofeedback sessions involve an additional cost. Getting Ahead of Concussions Since chronic concussions syndrome has become a hot topic in professional and amateur athletics, Silver is now offering baseline qEEG brain mapping sessions to Greenwich area youth athletes. “Having a baseline done before the season begins is a great way to assess the damage that’s been done if something happens,” says Silver. “Having that information is really helpful, and we can store the data so you have a basis of comparison.” Silver notes Gray Matters is currently involved with a concussion study that is looking at the brains of MMA fighters before and after matches to assess possible injuries during their bouts. Meanwhile, he’s networking with Greenwich area athletic programs to offer the services to school and youth travel programs in a variety of sports.

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Chef Brian Lewis has twice been a semifinalist in the James Beard Awards for Best Chef, Northeast. He is also the owner of Oko in Westport and Rye. • The Cottage welcomes guests with a bright and airy vibe • Sashimi of wild fluke

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njoying the creative, seasonal cooking of Chef Brian Lewis once required a commute— driving up I-95 to Westport. Our last visit to the James Beard Award semifinalist’s restaurant The Cottage was an autumnal anniversary dinner, and a recent Friday night meal at the new Cottage on Greenwich Avenue turned into a celebration of a friend’s new job. The food here is exceptional enough to deem it a special occasion destination and delicious enough greenwichmag.com

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The food here is exceptional enough to deem it a special occasion destination and delicious enough to demand regular visits.

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Summer forecast “I’m really excited to introduce our heirloom tomato tart with house made straciatella, basil and frescobaldo olive oil,” Chef Brian says. Other new dishes include Hudson Valley foie gras with saltroasted peaches, almond financier and Sauternes; sweet corn tortellini with mascarpone, chanterelles and nasturtium; peach tarte tatin with lavender gelato and vanilla caramel.

Chef’s picks Some favorites from his menu: maple bacon and eggs; miso black cod crepes; linguini neri with buttered crab, Maine sea urchin and Meyer lemon; spicy pear cocktail; tequila highball.

Team work Executive Chef Christian Wilki

and Director of Hospitality Ralph Leon helped to oversee the opening in Greenwich, with Gianfranco Olivier joining as sous chef, and James Lucchesi as bar manager.

to demand more regular visits. And now that the restaurant is closer, we hope to become frequent fliers. Even as the larger lessons of the pandemic are still being revealed (and debated), the simpler ones are easy to embrace: Life’s too short not to savor excellent food and drink with family and friends. The Greenwich restaurant is larger than Westport with a distinctive design created by Frederick William Hoag Architects and MZ Interiors, clad in shiplap and lined with channel-tufted velvet banquettes in a soft teal. A Carrara-marble-topped bar at the center of the space is surrounded by three different dining areas—some with rustic wood tables with lacquered bistro chairs—and at the back, a chef ’s counter for four lucky guests to watch the action in the open kitchen. We sat toward the front at a table overlooking the Avenue very early on a Friday. Reservations were not easy to get. A few weeks’ advance notice is needed. Chef Brian’s menu, which carries over Cottage favorites while featuring original creations for this location, is rich in appetizer

options. Some starters are available by the piece, encouraging you to sample more. And sample we did, starting with Kushi oysters, artfully plated on ice with nasturtium flowers, and then the foie gras “toasted almond,” like a brioche toast soldier topped with creamy duck liver, a slightly sweet almond crunch and chopped chives—a treat we’ve been craving ever since. The Wagyu brisket bao buns, priced per bun, are a signature Cottage dish and served as a make-your-own bao board, with ramekins filled with kimchi, squid ink aioli, a second aioli and potatoes fried in duck fat to go along with the tender meat and buns for the most divine little sandwiches. Lighter dishes are equally tasty and beautifully presented. A Chioggia beet salad starts with slices of the colorful striped root vegetable plus other beet varieties, sweet and earthy, topped with a large dollop of burrata and pistachios. Cocktails to pair with these apps also reflect the seasons and finesse has gone into the low- and no-alcohol drinks as well, like the

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HOURS Tuesday to Saturday Lunch, 11:30 a.m.– 2:30 p.m. Dinner, 5–10 p.m. Sunday brunch, 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

above: Chilled Maine lobster below: Hot fudge and peanut butter sundae • Hazelnut chocolate burnt orange sundae • The hotspot's new home on the Avenue

matcha-based Cloudy Tokyo with coconut foam and lemongrass and the kumquat saketini. Our entrées showcased some spring gems. Maine halibut served in a light broth is dressed with delicate, earthy morels, wild ramps and fava beans, and salmon topped with grain mustard is paired with white asparagus, leeks and rhubarb in a rhubarb-laced sauce. Pastas are available in half and full portions, and the lush lobster spaghetti with garlic crumbs and tomatoes did not skimp on the seafood. The lamb main course features the meat prepared two ways—lamb saddle in garlic and rosemary oil, roasted medium rare, and lamb shoulder that’s cured and cooked, pressed and seasoned and then breaded and pan fried. The lamb is dressed in a salsa verde and served with pickled spring onion and potatoes in black garlic. Not something you will find elsewhere. This is my kind of dessert menu, a whole section dedicated to sundaes. We selected the most classic, hot fudge and peanut butter, the ice cream melting from the warm chocolate and pieces of peanut brittle at the bottom of the glass, a sweet surprise. A rich sticky toffee pudding with crème fraiche is perfect to share. The Cottage menu will continue to change with the seasons with new dishes debuting regularly (see Quick Bites). And more guests will get to enjoy this innovative American cuisine as lunch service begins this month. G Save us a seat at the chef ’s table. greenwichmag.com

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left: Byram Shore Marina above: The next generation of sailors learning the ropes

For the Fun of It The gem of our coastline is without a doubt Greenwich Point. Tucked inside Greenwich Point is the Old Greenwich Yacht Club. Membership is open to all Greenwich residents with an interest in boating, regardless of ability, knowledge or boat ownership. This family-oriented club was established in 1943 and encourages residents to enjoy the water via paddle, power or sailboat. Membership fees are minimal and the focus of the club is to promote fellowship among boaters while offering opportunities to cruise, race, learn and socialize. MEMBERSHIPS:

18–30 years old: $250 annually 30+: $800 ($1,950 initiation fee) WEBSITE: ogyc.org Private and semi-private coaching is available with the club’s sail fleet of Ideal 18s and Cape Cod Mercuries, which can also be used by members who complete a certification program.

Tod’s Point Sailing School

BOAT RENTALS PER HOUR:

No experience is required to rent kayaks or paddleboards, but sailing experience is required to rent sailboats

through the dockmaster. The town website includes applications for Facility Use Permits, dockmaster questions, mooring applications and all you need to know about accessing the Greenwich marinas and boatyards.

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WEBSITE: greenwichct.gov

Hobies to Catamarans: $38–$76 Paddleboards: $32 Kayaks: $30 Double Kayaks: $36

Located in the historic Chimes Building at Greenwich Point, the nonprofit Tod’s Point Sailing School (TPSS) opens this summer, allowing residents to enjoy the water with no membership or boat ownership required. In addition to offering youth and junior sailing lessons, TPSS also offers adult sailing lessons at basic, intermediate and advanced levels. Private lessons are available, as well as a two-hour catamaran course. Rentals are available all summer long to town residents. Reservations are recommended, particularly on weekends and holidays, but walk-ins are welcome. Renters must wear a life jacket and footwear, and the primary renter must be at least eighteen or have a parent’s signature. Each passenger under eight must be accompanied by an adult.

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Dock It We are a boating town, and Greenwich operates three marinas (Byram, Cos Cob and Grass Island) and one boat yard (Greenwich Point)—all of which feature launch ramps and landing floats. The town facilities are open April 15 through November 15. In addition to moorings, tie-up space is available to visitors to the Grass Island Marina by contacting the boating office at Town Hall. Kayak owners can apply for a slot in the year-round storage racks at the Greenwich Point Boat Yard

Take a Cruise Looking for an island cruise without going far from home? Just two miles off Greenwich Harbor sit both Great Captain Island and Island Beach. Ferries provide transportation from June through mid-September to the islands. There is also the popular Cruise to Nowhere, which is a two-hour cruise along the Greenwich coastline. CRUISE TICKETS: $20 sold day

of the cruise at 10 a.m (maximum of two tickets per customer)

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Southfield Avenue, Stamford) just down from the Crabshell and next to the TGM Anchor Point, the Paddlesports Rental Stand is open weekends Memorial through Labor Day 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Last rentals are at 5 p.m. Fees run $30 an hour for a single kayak and/or paddleboard, $45 for two hours and $20 for additional hours. Single and double kayaks are available. Children under thirteen must be accompanied by an adult and thirteen-to-seventeen-year-olds must have a parent or guardian sign a waiver. Soundwaters requires renters to have adequate skills to handle their rental vehicle and has the right to restrict rental due to skill and water/weather conditions. Personal flotation devices must be worn at all times. Furry friends are welcome aboard your rental, but even they must wear a life jacket. There are also group paddles for kayaks and paddleboards during the summer, Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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Safety First A fun experience on the water begins and ends with safety. Kick off the season by making sure you know the local boating laws and enroll in a safe-boater course. The Emily Fedorko Foundation website features links to boater safety tips and boating laws by FERRY PASSES: Available for

purchase at the Arch Street Ferry Dock and require a resident season Park Pass or a Single Entry Park Pass. Ferry tickets for residents with a Seasonal Park Pass are $6 for adult residents and $5 for children ages five to fifteen. Tickets for Single Entry Pass holders cost $13 for those ages five to sixty-four and $7 for those over sixty-four. PARKING: Available at the Island

Beach Parking and can be paid for at the kiosk in the parking lot. WEBSITE: greenwichct.gov

Set Sail in Stamford

Life jackets ensure everyone enjoys a safe day on the water.

Our neighbors next door at Soundwaters in Stamford invite you to enjoy the beauty of Long Island Sound on two-hour sunset and afternoon sails all summer long. Sunset sails take place Wednesday through Sunday. Pack dinner and cocktails and relax while watching the sun set over the Sound for $45 a person. Afternoon sails take place on Saturdays and Sundays, $35 for adults, children five to twelve are $20. Soundwaters also makes exploring the Sound by kayak or paddleboard easy with rentals. Located in Boccuzzi Park (200

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state. In addition to partnering with the Greenwich Point Conservancy in the restoration of the Chimes Building at Tod’s Point, this nonprofit plans to open a boating safety center at the ground level of the building. BoatUs Foundation also offers a website packed with information and links on boating and licensing courses. And Connecticut Boating offers virtual boating courses online. The course includes a Safe Boating Certificate and Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation & Safe Water Ski Endorsement for $85.

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Stay Afloat Whether on a paddleboard, kayak or boat, life vests are typically available as part of the rental fee and are required. Consider making an investment in safety and purchase life vests to ensure a comfortable fit that you’ll want to wear. Several online retailers sell affordable vests, such as Dick’s Sporting Goods (dickssportinggoods.com), but for the best fit, swing by a local marine shop such as West Marine (westmarine.com, 401 Shippan Ave., Stamford) or Landfall (landfallnavigation.com, 151 Harvard Ave., Stamford). Landfall and West Marine also sell dog life jackets starting at $30.

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Concert season begins this month! Enjoy outdoor music scheduled throughout the summer all around town. Concert series include Music on the Great Lawn at Greenwich Historical Society, Wednesday Night Concert Series at Roger Sherman Park, Sunday Night Concerts at Binney Park, Dixieland Jazz Band on the Island Beach Ferry and Free Music Fridays at Greenwich Common Park. G

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1 Emily Brahmo, Sarah Nia, Justine Bolduc, Nicole Glor, Brittany Brown 2 Al Portillo, Tristan Bigger, Carl Carrion 3 Gabriella Mays, Jamie Camche 4 Clem Butt, Ted Satinsky 5 Matt Adrian, Ellyn Weitzman 6 Alex Thomas, Lane Marmon 7 Janine Kennedy, Brian O’Connor, Lisa Cooper, Linda Chase Jenkins 8 Mark McMillen. Frank Gaudio, David Noto 9 DJ Kunjan 10 Sweet treats from Bistro V

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rooke Shepard and Maggie McDonald recently hosted a lovely ladies’ shopping event at J.McLaughlin to raise funds for Stamford Hospital’s Women and Babies Campaign. Local foodies from the Habitual Hostess made the perfect spring punch and snacks, and complimentary monograming was offered with every purchase. stamfordhealth.org; jmclaughlin.com; monogrammary.com »

1 Brooke Shepard, Maggie McDonald of J.McLaughlin, Kathleen Silard, CEO Stamford Hospital 2 Treats from Stephanie’s Kitchen Counter 3 Kaki McGrath, Brooke Shephard, Jennifer Warm, Kelly Oleksak, Lauren Stephens 4 Pretty shades of pink 5 Leigh Hansen, Alston Calabrese from Habitual Hostess 6 J.Mclaughlin and Monogram Mary colab cuteness 7 Amy Guzzi 8 Georgia Grace Pendleton, Samantha Varvel 9 Punch with a kick by Habitual Hostess

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lanned Parenthood of Southern New England scored a home run with its annual Spring Luncheon, which was attended by 200 supporters virtually and another 200 at the Stamford Marriott. Speakers Alexis McGill Johnson, CEO of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, and Dr. Julia Iyasere, executive director of the Dalio Center for Heath Justice at New York-Presbyterian, took the stage with PPSNE CEO Amanda Skinner. Comedian Jane Condon, longtime emcee, was honored with the Community Impact Award. Cochairs were Yvonne Albanese, Elissa Garber-Hyman, Donna Moffly, Mini Nunna, Brice Russian and Carlyle Upson. It raised $750,000 in support of reproductive healthcare for 62,000 patients across Connecticut and Rhode Island. plannedparenthood.org

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he team from The Perfect Provenance recently held their first Spring Fashion Trunk Show in Greenwich at the Belle Haven Club. Designers included Vanessa Bruno, Hudson Jeans, YC Milano, Benson & Cherry, Hartford Paris, Miss June, Marlyn Schiff, Pranella and more. The event was so successful they are planning to host another event in the fall to help get your wardrobe fall/winter ready. theperfectprovenance.com G

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1 Victoria and William 2 Cake by Lilac Pâtisserie 3 The newlyweds with their fur baby Moseley 4 Jimmy Lee, Alper and Sedef Tekin, Adam Williams 5 Flowers by The Hidden Garden, vision by Bella Vita Events 6 The bride’s dad, Richard Papalian, and William celebrating with Champagne 7 A packed dance floor 8 Victoria with her mom, Dawn Papalian

ometimes mixing business with pleasure can be a good thing. Victoria and William met while working at IBM in New York City. The two were placed on a project together for a few weeks, but when the project wrapped, they switched gears and began dating. Four years later they got engaged over Fourth of July weekend in Sun Valley, Idaho. As they reached the summit of their hike, William proposed. Jeffrey Frenster, the bride’s father cousin, officiated at the ceremony at the Ojai Valley Inn in California where the reception followed. A highlight of the evening for the couple was standing on the stage with the band at the end of the night and looking out at all of the friends and family who had gathered to celebrate their union. The bride, daughter of Richard and Dawn Papalian of Greenwich, graduated from Windward School, Barnard College and Columbia University. Victoria is currently studying at Harvard Business School. The groom, son of Ian Ross and Catherine Pitfield of Pasadena, graduated from St. Francis High School, Tufts University and the Stanford Graduate School of Business. William is the CEO of Federato in Boston. The newlyweds honeymooned in Anguilla before returning home to Boston. »

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aroline and Anthony worked two blocks from each other in Midtown Manhattan and lived nine blocks from each other on the Upper West Side, yet it took the power of the internet (Hinge) to bring them together. The pair went on their first date during the pandemic in the summer of 2020 and were engaged within a few months. (When you know, you know!) Anthony proposed in a private barn at Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Tarrytown, New York, followed by a gathering of both of their families at Caroline’s sister’s home in Greenwich. Father Ciprian Bejan officiated at the ceremony at Saint Mary Church on Greenwich Avenue. A reception followed at Burning Tree Country Club. Some special highlights for the couple include their first dance to “Sweet Thing” by Van Morrison, the moving speeches given by the bride’s father Andrew Lazar, best man Robert Shaw and maid of honor Olivia Lazar. The high-energy Big Woozy Band had every guest on the dance floor. The bride, daughter of Andrew and Christine Lazar of Greenwich, graduated from Greenwich High School and Connecticut College. Caroline is a comedy writer for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in Manhattan. (Fun fact: The bride was a 2011 greenwich magazine “Teen to Watch.”) The groom, son of Dr. Rudy Segna and Mrs. Aracelly Segna of New Jersey, graduated from Don Bosco Preparatory High School, Columbia University and the University of Notre Dame. Anthony is a vice president of Wealth Management Legal at Morgan Stanley in Manhattan. The newlyweds honeymooned in Hawaii before returning home to Manhattan. G greenwichmag.com

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Set on a peninsula, Rich and Jill Granoff’s new home has 270-degree water views. At the edge of the back lawn, a Joseph McDonnell sculpture looks like a natural element against the seagrass backdrop. Outdoor seating and chaises from Kettal in Spain create a sleek and comfortable living area on the patio.

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This ultimate dream home embodies design ingenuity, inspires a natural connection and—simply put—wows visitors

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erched about fifty feet from the north shore of Greenwich Cove, a nest rests on top of a wooden piling, the sun gleaming on the water below it. “The ospreys are back!” Rich Granoff says on a wind-whipped afternoon in early spring, pointing to the birds’ jumble-of-sticks abode while giving a tour of his new modern glass-and-steel house. “We’re learning a lot about nature while living here,” he says, explaining that ospreys mate for life. The birds in question fly all the way to South America every fall, leaving on the autumnal equinox for this remarkable migration and then returning to the same nest on the spring equinox to spend the warmer months here on the tidal waters of Connecticut. For the Granoffs, a highly successful architect and his equally successful wife, Jill, who’s managing partner and CEO of brands for Eurazeo, the design for their dream house was focused on enjoying the beauty of the natural habitat and vistas of Long Island Sound. In fact, their house, called Osprey Point, sits on a peninsula in Old Greenwich with 270-degree water views, the Throgs Neck Bridge in

sight on a clear day. “We both grew up on the beach and we’ve always wanted to live on the water,” says Jill. She and Rich were high school sweethearts in Long Island before they married and settled in Greenwich at a house in mid-country where they raised their two boys. When the couple was finally ready to build the waterfront home they had long talked about, these avid travelers considered the Hamptons, Hudson River towns, even Turks and Caicos. The Granoffs have visited coastlines and islands around the globe, from South Africa to The Maldives, possessing a world’s-your-oyster sense of adventure. Before they settled on building in town, friends took Rich and Jill out kayaking one summer afternoon on Greenwich Cove and, Rich says, “We both had an A-ha moment.” They realized, “Why do we need to build a waterfront home someplace else?” says Jill. “Why not build it right here in Greenwich?” Like the loyal ospreys, they stayed in town where they’ve had roots for decades, building a business and close friendships. Today it’s clear that they picked precisely the right location, as they are loving the

this page: At the home’s entrance, a Joseph McDonnell sculpture and Markus Linnenbrink painting welcome guests and introduce the artful interiors. opposite page: A floating staircase winds around a glass elevator, which moves opposite a thirty-five-foot glass wall decked in a curtain of metal beads designed to let in light but also afford privacy. A Hugo McCloud painting adds drama to the stairwell.

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“The house is not only about maximizing the scenery but also our love of contemporary art. Each piece has a story behind it.”

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Glass was the most challenging material to source, as Rich had spec’d windows so oversized they were “bordering on the unheard of,” he says.

this page: The home’s warm, modern style plays out in comfort with French and Italian furniture: sofas by Roche Bobois, B&B Italia chairs and a Poliform coffee table. Great-room living is at the heart of this house with an open kitchen, dining and living area for casual entertaining and family time. opposite page: The wine wall stores 1,000-plus bottles, including special Barolos from a recent trip to Italy’s Piemonte region.

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sunsets and the “OG vibe.” Rich says with a laugh, “We turn the corner to Binney Park, and my blood pressure goes down.” DESIGNING A DREAM So much planning goes into the design of a modern house—even more so when the house in question needs to be constructed on the water’s edge, in a flood plain, using green design, making the most of 270degree views, with an obscene amount of glass, yet able to display a collection of museum-quality art. Rich, who has grown his architectural firm to thirty employees, is accustomed to meeting his clients’ demands and playing psychologist to assess what couples really want in a house. But in this case, he and his wife were the clients, the couple with the wish list. They worked together to make it a win-win. She got the gorgeous office and dream closet. “Want to see the reason we built this house?“ Rich says, joking with Jill as he opens the door to her impeccable closet with a window overlooking the Cove—a closet befitting a top fashion executive. He got his gym and wine wall. Even with their very busy professional, social and

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above: While much of the decorating is left to Mother Nature, the fireplace with Turkish marble surround is a focal point in the great room.

family lives, Rich and Jill did all of the interior design work themselves. “The selection, the color palette, the materials—and a lot of it was done during Covid,” Jill says, scrolling on her iPhone to show a photo of them standing by a giant slab of Brazilian stone. It’s a very international house. The kitchen is German, the flooring is Canadian, most of the furniture is Italian and French, the siding is Austrian, the glass is all from Poland and the design process began during a family trip to Iceland. Their offer on the property had just been accepted, and their elder son, Jake, who’s also an architect, got involved. “I was on a plane thinking about the project and doing some sketching. Jake said, ‘let’s work on this together,’” says Rich. “He did the initial CAD [computer-aided design] work and 3D modeling of what was in my head.” While in Iceland, the whole family was inspired by the simplicity of the modernist architecture, windows everywhere to let in maximum light and capitalize on views of the landscape and the buildings clad in materials designed to survive the harsh climate. Rich knew that his own house needed to be tough enough to endure the

elements of wind and water, too. Back at home, he decided the house should be raised twice as high as required for the flood plain. This opened up a covered patio underneath and views to the water from the moment you drive up. He chose to side the house in a material called Oko Skin, a cement-like cladding made to last for decades; the railings are stainless steel and the decking is porcelain tile for a virtually maintenance-free house. Glass was the most challenging material to source, as he had spec’d windows so oversized they were “bordering on the unheard of,” Rich says. Throughout the home there is minimal trim, which means everything must be very precise. Rich is quick to credit his friend and construction manager Greg Silver, who was in charge of the day-to-day site work. “We built the house together,” he says, and Greg helped to ensure that high level of craftsmanship. Rich has long advocated for green design—he’s driven a Tesla for ten years and had solar on his previous house for fifteen—and Osprey Point’s design follows his penchant for sustainability. About

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above: Bulthap cabinetry creates a seamless, subtle look in the kitchen. Adjacent to the kitchen there’s a built-in reading nook—a favorite spot for Jill.

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half of the home’s electricity comes from the 12kW photovoltaic solar system on the roof. Two Tesla Powerwalls store electricity generated by the rooftop solar, and EV chargers keep the cars running strong. Radiant heating throughout the house is also greener than a conventional system. Forty-three electric shades on the oversized windows go up and down automatically with the sun. These shades, as well as the lighting, heating, music and more, can be controlled from an iPhone, thanks to smart-house technology. “You can change scenes, press party mode or late-night mode and the lights all dim,” Rich says. In the primary bedroom, which like the rest of the house is walled by windows, there was no room for a TV. So Rich planned for a projection screen that comes down from the ceiling when they want to watch. “He thinks of everything,” says Jill.

palette, their art and how much the open-living plan suits their dayto-day lives. Just about every square inch of the house is custom in a space that’s primed for family time and entertaining. The visually appealing yet functional design becomes apparent the moment you walk in the door, greeted by a colorful painting by Markus Linnenbrink, a sculpture by Jim Dine and a glass elevator set between stairs, a feature inspired by French hotels but installed also for practicality. “There are three reasons for the elevator,” Rich explains. “Luggage after trips—we travel a lot, Jill’s mom … and wine,” he says, laughing. A self-proclaimed “wine guy,” he and Jill have traveled to many vineyards and collected special vintages over the years. One flight up those rift-cut-oak “floating” stairs, a custom refrigerated, humidity-controlled wine wall houses nearly 1,000 bottles. Walking past the wine wall, you enter the great room, the open-concept hub of the home. That great room’s back wall consists of “wrap-around” windows— four sets of twelve-foot sliding glass doors and six-foot windows on the adjacent walls, for the ultimate panoramic views. At

MODERN LIVING As much as Rich is enthused by the technical aspects of the house, he and Jill light up even more when talking about the aesthetics of the place, the incredible light coming from the windows, the warm

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It’s a very international house. The kitchen is German, the flooring is Canadian, most of the furniture is Italian and French, the siding is Austrian, the glass is all from Poland.

right: Jill’s expansive office with wrap-around windows also contains beautiful built-ins to display the family’s collection of art books. below: Saarinen womb chairs are serene seats for taking calls and taking in the views.

its center, the room is anchored by a chic custom round table Rich designed, made of Brazilian marble with a built-in Lazy Susan in the middle. “It’s perfect for ten people at a wine dinner,” says Rich, who likes to host and cook dinners centered around a particular type of wine. He’ll set out the bottles on the Lazy Susan for guests to enjoy. “I start with the type of wine and match the food. If it’s a California Cab dinner, I might do grilled steaks.” He’s also invited local chefs to come to the house to cook, recently hosting Rui Correia from Douro to prepare the meal for a Portuguese wine dinner. The kitchen, which occupies one side of the great room, is so seamless, understated and clutter-free that you almost don’t notice for a moment that it’s a kitchen. Cabinetry is mostly hardware-free from German-maker Bulthaup, which Rich describes as “the Rolls Royce of cabinetry”; a waterfall island is topped in Brazilian quartz. Next to the kitchen, there’s a built-in window seat that Jill specially requested, a perch where she can sit and read emails while taking in the view. And yet, there’s hardly a spot in the house that doesn’t face the water. On the other side of the great room, luxurious Italian sofas and chairs face a large fireplace with a Turkish marble surround, but almost every seat also looks out at the water. “I love how the light pours greenwichmag.com

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above: An inspired space to work out, the home gym houses a Peloton (Rich loves to cycle), museum-quality art and an infrared sauna.

into every room through oversized glass doors and windows to enable us to take full advantage of the incredible views,” says Jill. “I also love the warm modern style of our house. It’s clean yet inviting.” On Mondays and Fridays Jill works from home, and she does so from a beautiful light-filled office, which can double as a guest bedroom. She enjoys the privacy and serenity of the office, taking calls in the Saarinen Womb chair while watching the tidal waters and bird activity. Like other spaces in the home, it features wraparound windows and built-ins that house their collection of art books.

home. Rich would have lighting installed to highlight every piece. Following the plan, art can be found everywhere—a Roy Lichtenstein in the master bathroom, Hans Hoffman in the kitchen and even the gym equipment shares space with a Calder. Their most recent acquisition was a Jasper Johns painting, purchased with help from Lee Weber of Weber Fine Art. They also acquired a large black Hugo McCloud painting to take a prominent space above the stairs as you walk up to the main living floor. Rich explains that they typically buy one or two pieces a year and that the collection has been gathered organically, simply choosing artists and art that they love. They have never sold a single piece. The second floor landing acts as a mini-photography gallery; they took all of the photography, which was spread out around their previous home, and brought it together, including works by Sebastia Salgado, Ansel Adams and Edward Weston. A hallway displays a curated grouping of family photos, taken by Monica Rich Kosann, some from a tender time when the boys were little. Photography has special meaning for this highly visual family as Jill’s father was a photographer and their younger son, Noah, has taken up photography with a passion. »

STATE OF THE ART The Granoffs have been collecting art together for thirty-five years, and the fact that their house doubles as a gallery makes the home more fascinating and personal. “The house is not only maximizing the scenery, but also our love of contemporary art,” says Jill. “Each piece has a story behind it,” says Rich. “Each piece is a part of the family.” In a home with this many windows, there’s not as much wall space for hanging. So, the couple created an art plan (carefully measuring each piece they own) in conjunction with the architectural plans to ensure that each work of art would have a proper

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above: In the master bath an MTI Alise soaking tub is surrounded by Calacata Arabesqua marble. The room is illuminated by ample natural light and a Louis Poulsen light fixture; art by Roy Lichtenstein completes the space. below: A view of the house from Greenwich Cove

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The powder room’s back wall is covered in a glass tile by Oceanside Tile that’s grouted in metallic for a touch of shine. • Jill and Rich in the Great Room at Osprey Point, sitting in front of a painting by Wolf Kahn

add just one more dimension to the waterfront activity. “This is the perfect empty nester house, but also a place where the kids can come back. Grandkids can be here. That’s one of the reasons we want a pool. So the kids and grandkids come here,” Jill says, thinking, like all moms of adult children do, of future grandbabies. “What grandkids?” Rich says, laughing. While they’re waiting, they can watch the ospreys hatch babies right outside their windows. In the meantime they are planning an engagement party at the house this summer for their son Jake and his fiancée. The indooroutdoor living set up and the location make this an ideal spot to celebrate. After more than a year of living in the house, it still feels like a pinch-me moment. Rich says, “We wake up every day and say, can you believe we live here?” G

FULL NEST Though the Granoffs may technically be empty nesters, there’s no shortage of nesting going on at Osprey Point as the couple is taking full advantage of their new place, hosting friends and family, enjoying their art, kayaking, boating, taking in the serene natural setting. Though they’re always traveling, this summer, they say, they’re thinking maybe let’s stay here. Is there anything they would change about Osprey Point? Not at all, but they are planning to put in a pool. They love the energy of life on the water, as Rich describes it: “Besides the water, it’s also nature, the birds, the action on the water, boats, swimmers, people and their dogs on paddleboards coming by.” He likes being able to hop into a kayak and go out paddling any time he wants. Having a pool will

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Our area senior centers offer a variety of services to encourage active and healthy lifestyles.

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EDGEHILL TOP RIGHT BY DON HAMERMAN; EDGEHILL BOTTOM RIGHTBY VISKO HATFIELD; ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF NATHANIEL WITHERELL

Pivots and upgrades for SENIOR LIVING today

here is always the requirement for companies to pivot quickly, efficiently and intelligently. But in the past two years, few businesses faced more challenges than senior living facilities. Leaders in the industry had to innovate in a 24/7/365 setting, all while considering life-ordeath consequences for our most vulnerable population. Facilities in our area navigated the pandemic and today continue to innovate in order to offer seniors the very best care possible. Here is a look at some of what is new. » JUNE 2022 GREENWICH

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top: The indoor pool allows for year-round aqua fitness • Residents enjoy an upscale environment. bottom: Elizabeth Dupree, director of sales and marketing • The garden for socializing; the residence has classes in art, technology and fitness, including walking, water aerobics, yoga, meditation and more.

ATRIA STAMFORD & DARIEN

top: Atria Stamford's beautiful garden courtyard • The living room and kitchenette of a two-bedroom apartment at Atria Stamford bottom: The lush courtyard and exterior reveal the classic New England feel at Atria Darien • The cheerful living room at Atria Darien

New facilities have popped up around the region, and others have made significant investments. One of those is Nathaniel Witherell, a not-for-profit owned and operated by the Town of Greenwich since 1903. Nathaniel Witherell is in the planning stages of building an on-site hemodialysis unit, which will serve residents in their own homes. “It will save residents from the tediousness and exhaustion of having to travel roundtrip to off-site dialysis,’’ said John Mastronardi, executive director. Recent remodeling activity that has been completed or planned include freshly painted rooms, new furnishings, wall-mounted smart TVs and design element upgrades. Stamford welcomed a new facility with the recent opening of Waterstone on High Ridge. The facility offers 146 units with options for assisted living, independent living and memory care. It is located on the former General Electric campus on High Ridge Road, near both the Merritt Parkway and downtown. Waterstone residents have access to a gym with a personal trainer, an indoor pool, and community-based activities to encourage socializing and friendship. One important distinction is that Waterstone does not require a buy-in fee. “In our part of the country, it’s not uncommon to see a $1 million entry fee, and people are tying up a significant portion of their nest egg,’’ says Larry Gerber, CEO of EPOCH Senior Living, which runs thirteen facilities in the Northeast (with three under development) and created this facility. “Our model offers a much lower level of risk. People feel locked in with other models. With our model, we have a thirty-day notice provision. That keeps us on our toes.” Other facilities have focused on renovations. Atria Stamford saw a total community renovation that now includes

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WATERSTONE ON HIGH RIDGE spacious apartments with upgraded kitchenettes, large closets and bathrooms. It offers a twenty-four-hour concierge service to assist residents. It also added a bistro for coffee, sandwiches, salads and pizza. A new theater room shows movies, streams educational seminars and hosts lectures and cultural programs. And a new garden lounge serves as a pub for cocktails later in the day. “We’ve added a secluded and tranquil outdoor patio with a vegetable garden, colorful flowers, water fountains and a koi pond,’’ says Jason Shott, regional vice president of Atria Senior Living. “This space is a great place to walk, sit and relax, and it also serves as our weekly dance party place. We expanded our Life Guidance neighborhood [specialized services for those with Alzheimer’s, dementia or other memory impairment], to accommodate those who need additional memory-care support. In doing so, we took into consideration the important features of properly caring and engaging residents who need additional support in their day.” Atria Darien upgraded its Wi-Fi capability throughout the building and opened a coffee bar within the bistro. Edgehill, a longtime part of the Stamford and Greenwich communities, went through a $21 million renovation project five years ago. Another refresh is in the works with new independent living apartments, private rooms and expanded memory care services. Meadow Ridge in Redding is also making big changes. The facility now includes a dedicated memory care neighborhood, pickleball courts, dog park, casual dining bistro, pitching green for golf and updated gym equipment. “One of the changes in recent years has been creating spaces dedicated to memory care,’’ says Ann Sertl, director of marketing for Meadow Ridge. “We recognized the need to have an area specifically for memory care.” »

top: A modern farmhouse-designed bedroom in the new development, Waterstone on High Ridge by EPOCH, for ages sixty-two and up • The Great Room encourages socializing, with a cozy fireplace, chess set, plenty of books and comfortable places to read and write, enjoy a quiet conversation or work on a hobby. bottom: The hotel-like entrance

NATHANIEL WITHERELL

top: One-on-one care • Music therapy • bottom: The entrance surrounded by outdoor spaces, seating areas and gardens • The Witherell Café

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tech becoming a reality. You’ll see continual innovations in the care experience overall.”

top: A warm and welcoming living space at Meadow Ridge • The exterior, which shows the balconies and countryside view bottom: Ann Sertl, senior director of community relations • The lovely atrium for comfortable socializing

CHANGES Nathaniel Witherell has established a care network built on partnerships with other healthcare organizations. Mastronardi says it has partnered with Urgent Care, Home Health Care, Hospital at Home, Skilled Nursing Care at Home, Home Care and Skilled Nursing Care Center. “This care continuum will help people stay in their own homes longer and give them and their families comprehensive care at every stage of their care needs,’’ Mastronardi says. “This service would help us treat our patients and residents anywhere they call home and reduce barriers to care such as long delays due to scheduling. It would let us see patients when they need us, bringing care directly to them.” Another significant shift saw the escalation of technological improvements. “We are wired stem to stern for internal and cell phone access,’’ Gerber says. “That wasn’t something we had been thinking about five years ago. Now it’s a must. There has been a huge shift in generational preferences.”

A sweet illustration of the importance of technology for the senior set: When Margaret Robben’s grandson, NHL player Cam Atkinson, was traded from the Columbus Blue Jackets to the Philadelphia Flyers last summer, the Edgehill resident posted a tweet in which she wore Atkinson’s new Flyers jersey. Her famous grandson re-tweeted her. “Residents are very tech-savvy,’’ says Elizabeth Dupree, director of sales and marketing at Edgehill. “They want to keep up with their grandkids.” Technological upgrades can also help improve patient wellness. Digital record-keeping will streamline the process, and residents can even schedule virtual visits with physicians. “You’ll see advances in telemedicine that allow residents to have doctor visits virtually inside our communities to keep them safer from exposure to external hospital environments,’’ Shott says. “Technology will help improve the care experience, even with concepts like fall detection through wearable

The bottom line at any senior living facility remains to center attention on the quality of care. That is the primary focus and is at the forefront of decisions. “One thing that technology can’t replace is a well-trained and caring team of dedicated workers,’’ Shott says. “We will also keep improving our understanding of dementia care and other conditions that tend to accompany the aging process for many people. That is why engagement activities will continue to develop and advance.” The pandemic put the senior living communities to a strenuous test, and challenges continue to mount. “The population of older adults continues to grow. One would think that with such growth, new nursing home construction would be skyrocketing across the country. The reality is that exactly the opposite is happening,’’ Mastronardi says. After a steep increase in nursing home construction in the latter part of the twentieth century, the number of skilled nursing facilities in the U.S. has remained static for more than a decade. That figure is projected to contract by 20 percent. Consequently, more people will be compelled to navigate alternatives to the care that was once exclusively provided by skilled nursing facilities. However, senior facilities will continue to navigate the challenges. “Nathaniel Witherell will provide services that meet the needs of our aging population,’’ Mastronardi says. “That means giving them the services that they want—not only skilled nursing in a traditional setting like a nursing home, but care in their own homes provided by our clinical team.” G

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

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

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

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

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

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

BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org CANFIN GALLERY, 39 Main St., Tarrytown, NY, 914-332-4554. canfingallery.com CARAMOOR CENTER FOR MUSIC AND THE ARTS, Girdle Ridge Rd., Katonah, NY, 914-232-1252. Caramoor is a destination for exceptional music, programs, gardens and grounds, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. caramoor.org CAVALIER GALLERIES, 405 Greenwich Ave., 869-3664. cavaliergalleries .com

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CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY PRINTMAKING, 299 West Ave., Norwalk, 899-7999. contemprints.org CLAY ART CENTER, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, NY, 914-937-2047. clayartcenter.org

BackCountry Jazz Join BackCountry Jazz for cocktails, dinner and an extraordinary night of music to kick off the Greenwich Jazz Festival 2022 on Thursday, June 9, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Round Hill Community House, 395 Round Hill Road. BackCountry Jazz will feature some of the finest jazz artists on the scene today—from celebrated greats to young rising stars—in open-air settings from June through September. The organization is dedicated to bringing the best of jazz to guests and tuition-free quality music education to underserved youth. For tickets visit backcountryjazz.org or jeanette@backcountryjazz.org • 203.561.3111.

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DISCOVERY MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport, 372-3521. discoverymuseum.org FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER, 370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, 259-1598. fairfieldhistory.org

GREENWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 47 Strickland Rd., 869-6899. greenwichhistory.org KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, Rte. 22 at Jay St., Katonah, NY, 914-232-9555. katonahmuseum.org KENISE BARNES FINE ART, 1947 Palmer Ave., Larchmont, NY, 914-834-8077. kbfa.com LOCKWOOD-MATHEWS MANSION MUSEUM, 295 West Ave., Norwalk, 838-9799. lockwoodmathewsmansion.com LOFT ARTISTS ASSOCIATION, 575 Pacific St., Stamford, 203-247-2027. loftartists.org MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org NEUBERGER MUSEUM OF ART, Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase, NY, 914-251-6100. neuberger.org

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

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

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

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

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GOODWIN DENTAL

SPECIALTY: Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 391 East Putnam Avenue Cos Cob, CT 203.869.2066 GreenwichDentistry.com

31 River Road, Suite 300 Cos Cob, CT 203.869.2552 dgoodwindds.com

Where did you go to school?

Joseph Wallace, D.D.S.: Georgetown University School of Dentistry; Washington Hospital Center—Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency

Silvestro Iommazzo, DDS & Victor Pardi, DDS Why did you choose your specialty?

are Greenwich’s newest, most exciting, and only father-son duo in town. The practice,

As a specialist in pediatric dentistry, Dr. Iommazzo cares for the oral health of children from infancy to early adult. As a specialist in orthodontics Dr. Pardi supports patients by improving their smiles and selfesteem, in addition to correcting even the most complex bite problems. We both have different passions but strive to do all we can for our patients.

located 391 has If you addatup allEast thePutnam years Ave., group of talented dentists I also for patients since 1977 and boasts Dr.cared Goodwin has been call my friends. I love watching a long history of providing dental services in the Dental Field as a I see at 3 or 4 years old to a loyal patient base. Dr. Seankids Sutton Hygienist and a Dentist, grow and up. Being a general recently joined his father at the helm

Thomas Wilson, D.D.S., M.D.: Columbia University School of Dentistry; Columbia University School of Physicians and Surgeons; NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital—

What sets you apart from your competition?

Our practice has continued to serve our community for over thirty years. We provide state-of-the-art treatment in all phases of pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, including emergency service 24-7. We are constantly engaged in continuing education to stay up-to-date with the latest technologies to best serve our patients and families.

Emily Driesman, DDSResidency; Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital—General

EMBRACE ORTHODONTICS Surgery Internship SPECIALTY: Orthodontics

Brett Zuckman, D.M.D.: Westport Location: Temple University School of Dentistry; 24 Imperial Ave, Westport, CT 06880 Lincoln Medical Center/Weill Cornell Medical Stamford Location:and Maxillofacial Surgery College—Oral 61 Fourth Street, Stamford, CT 06905 Residency

youbrings will see she has been and contemporary dentist, I can appreciate a fresh outlook taking care of teeth to fordental over 20 armamentarium care. different stages of growth and years. “Time hasSutton flown graduated by. I’ve from Dr. Mark evenNYU watch them have their hadCollege the opportunity to see sotakingown of Dentistry after a hiatus children. But the best part from his medical training to pursue an my job is the work-life many changes in Dentistry.” about interest in becoming a Hollywood stuntman. Technological advances really balance it provides me as a serving Williams’s stunt helpAfter her days go as byRobin with less mother of 2 active boys. I can double in “World and stress. At her family According practice in to Garp,” get into work early, do teeth appearing in films like “Splash” and “Ghost Cos Cob, she uses the safest all day,fixand make it to their Busters,” he realized he would rather equipment and the most up-toafter school. It is most teeth than break them. For overevents 30 years, dateDr. technology available. important Mark Sutton has helped build one of to me not to miss my children growing up, and the oldest and most reputable practices Scott Kesselman Years in practice? It has been a tough in Greenwich throughyear his commitment Dentistry allows me to do Twenty-five years D.D.S fighting theeducation, Covid virus, to lifelong evidence-based just that. patient satisfaction. Dr. Sutton but practice Dentistryand is essential to What sets you apart from hishealth patients’ our puts overall andcomfort well- and treatment your competition? Our practice has RIVERSIDE expectations at the using Proudly, we are the choice for being. We have put intoforefront, while ORTHODONTICS continued to serve our theguidelines latest technology highest many pediatricians’ and dentists’ place to safelyto deliver the community for over 20 SPECIALTY: Invisalign® quality care. He is a member of the children. and effectively provide dental years. 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At the University of Michigan, Hospital, where he received located on the Post Road in the heart of theextensive age of 7? with our Sean was Captain of the 1st andOur 2ndstaff has been training in oral surgery, orthodontics andAssociation CosofCob in a restored Victorian building The American While are many practice a LONGpediatrics. time. We Dr. Sean Sutton believes that everthere Division-1 men’s lacrosse teams withan plenty of parking. Here, the fatherOrthodontics recommends things I love about being and goal love of seeing our patients all is an integral part and excelled in his studies oral health of overall son team guarantees top-quality work evaluation by an orthodontist a Dentist, treatment planning over town. I love when kids becoming a doctor. Like his father, Dr. health and works with specialists in all because many while minimizing the stress of going to the by age seven withSean the local specialists Sutton graduated with honors run up to me to show their fieldsme of medicine to provide hisearly patients dentist. With a friendly staff, a comfortable times developmental fromisNYU with healthy smiles. Dr. Sean permanent waiting room (where almost no time is in town veryCollege excitingofforDentistry. 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What distinguishes your practice? westportortho.com Founded in 1984, Greenwich Oral Surgery treats each patient with the care and attention that has come to be our hallmark. Each of our doctors is Board Certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and holds memberships in many dental and medical organizations. Our doctors, with appointments to the staffs of Greenwich Hospital, NewYorkPresbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center, afford our patients the highest standard of care. Our patients have the advantage of the collaborative nature of our practice. Frequently, diagnostic consultations and surgical procedures can receive the attention of multiple members of our group. Our practice consists of two state-ofthe-art offices. At least one of our doctors Robert N.24/7, Tramposch, DDS is available 365 days per year. We are also proud to note that our doctors Meenakshi Madhu, DDS haveCertified been awarded Top Dentist status Board Pediatric Dentist every year. What procedures does your GREENWICH SMILES, PLLC practice provide?

Some of the procedures offered SPECIALTY: Adult, Cosmetic and are: dentalDentistry implants, wisdom teeth extraction, Pediatric

bone grafting, pediatric procedures, TMJ 25 Valley Drive treatments, reconstructive jaw surgery, Greenwich, CT facial trauma, oral pathology, and cosmetic 203.862.9000 procedures such as Botox® and fillers. greenwichsmiles.com

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serve our communities dental health needs. My staff and I are truly humbled to be a part of this community that fulfills us with a diverse and multiplicity of individuals that visit our office and become life long patients and friends.

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is so fond of! At Embrace Orthodontics, Dr. Emily and her staff are committed to obtaining exceptional results using the latest technolgies including 3D diagnosis and treatment planning, iTero scanning, Damon Braces, Invisalign clear aligners and inBraces lingual braces. Dr. Emily is a boardcertified orthodontist, an accolade that only one third of her profession has been awarded. Dr. Emily Driesman is humbled to be voted by her peers five years in a row as one of Moffly Media’s Top Dentists. Embrace Orthodontics looks forward to welcoming new patients to the practice and giving them a reason to ‘Smile Big.’ Be sure to sure to check out our Instagram handle: @embrace.your.smile

During these trying times, we are taking every precaution necessary to safe guard our patients and staff. Patients can be reassured that at Greenwich Smiles we surpass all CDC, OSHA and ADA quidelines. When patients arrive they must be wearing a mask. If a patient does not have a mask, one will What do you enjoy most about be provided. being a dental practitioner? All patients will then disinfect at Developing a relationship with each the hand sanitation station, have their patient and family. I take great pride that temperature taken and complete a my patients trust me with their dental screening process questionnaire. health and well being. We have staggered appointments so no one is in the waiting room. In between How is your office adjusting to appointments we have alotted 15 minutes Covid protocols? Steven Brody, D.D.S., Joseph Wallace, D.D.S., for disinfecting all rooms. After business Prior to Covid-19 we have always Thomas Wilson, D.D.S., M.D., Brett Zuckman, D.M.D. hours there is a complete disinfection prioritized on disinfection and sterilization. As of March, all staff and doctors wear N95 process including medical grade air GREENWICH ORAL SURGERY purifiers. These are a few of the masks, full face shields and disposable measures have taking to ensure SPECIALTY: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dentalwe Implant Surgery gowns. our patients feel safe and comfortable Everyone has beenGreenwich, great and fully 23 Maple Avenue, CT | 203.661.5858 in NY our |office. 3010 Westchester Avenue, Suite 306, Purchase, 914.253.9088 | greenwichoralsurgery.com accepting with our new Covid-19 protocols.

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Dr. Emily Driesman and the incredible staff of Embrace Orthodontics have been providing families in Fairfield County superior orthodontic care for a decade. Growing from her original office in Westport, Dr. Emily Driesman (“Dr. Emily”), has now expanded her locations to include a second state of the art office in Stamford. With a passion for creating a comfortable atmosphere and a “concierge type practice,” Dr. Emily prides herself on not only creating beautiful, healthy and functional smiles, but also cultivating relationships with each patient she treats. Having grown up in Fairfield County, Dr. Emily can relate to her patients and truly loves practicing in the area she grew up, is raising her two children, and

Steven Brody, D.D.S.: Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry; Yale-New Haven/Hospital Saint Raphael—Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency; Beaumont U.S. Army Medical Center—General Practice Residency

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Sam Bridge Nursery............................................................................................................63

Grand Entrance Gates Ltd...................................................................................................20 Hobbs, Inc............................................................................................................................59

LEGAL Cummings & Lockwood LLC............................................................................................... 10

BUSINESS & FINANCE Citibank................................................................................................................................39

NON-PROFITS

Private Staff Group.............................................................................................................. 10

Breast Cancer Alliance........................................................................................................59 Greenwich Historical Society..............................................................................................92

DECORATING & HOME FURNISHING

Greenwich Point Conservancy...........................................................................................88

Amy Aidinis Hirsch............................................................................................................... 13 JerMar Luxury Interior Design............................................................................................ 27

REAL ESTATE

Roughan Interior Design..................................................................................................... 21

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services.................................................................................. 31 Coldwell Banker Global Luxury- Angela Alfano................................................................. 37

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Compass, Inc....................................................................................................................... 51

A-List Awards.......................................................................................................................54

Douglas Elliman Real Estate............................................................................................... 47

Abilis Benefit........................................................................................................................85

Greenwich Connecticut Properties LLC............................................................................63

Connecticut Public Television............................................................................................53

Houlihan Lawrence..........................................................................................................8, 29

Greenwich Parks & Recreation Free Music Fridays........................................................... 91

Sotheby's International Realty............................................................ Cover 2, 1, 22, 33, 49

Greenwich Sentinel Awards................................................................................................86

William Raveis-Shelton HQ............................................................................................ 4, 5, 7

Hartford HealthCare Ampitheater Concerts..................................................................... 91 Stamford's Best Bartender.................................................................................................93

MISCELLANEOUS

Westchester Magazine Wine & Food Festival.................................................................... 41

Best Of Gold Coast Connecticut.........................................................................................67 Big Picture........................................................................................................................... 90

FASHION & JEWELRY

Collins Brothers Moving Corporation..................................................................................9

Betteridge Jewelers.............................................................................................. 19, Cover 4

JP McHale Pest Management Inc.......................................................................................53 Light A Fire Nominations.....................................................................................................64

FOOD & LODGING

Top Dentists.........................................................................................................................94

Ashley Campbell Events .....................................................................................................59

Westy Self Storage..............................................................................................................63

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ONE SHELL OF A SPOT W e all may flock to Tod’s Point to cool off, sun ourselves and enjoy some friends and family time, but these guys have their own special destination. On any given day our turtle friends can be seen lounging on specially built turtle rafts in Binney Park. The rafts were created by Riverside resident William van Ryhn as a part of the teen’s Eagle Scout final project. They offer the park’s slow-moving residents a safe spot to relax away from visitors. We can’t help but rethink the expression “the dog days of summer.” G

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