Greenwich November 2024

HEART & SOUL

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NOVEMBER 2024

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LIGHTING THE WAY

It’s our favorite time of the year! We honor the unsung heroes among us who are changing—and in some cases, saving—the lives of people near and far. by jill johnson mann

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PERSONAL NARRATIVE

Monica Rich Kosann, founder of her eponymous line of fine jewelry, celebrates the company’s 20-year anniversary and reminisces about the early days of starting her business over the garage of her home in Fairfield County. by malia frame

departments

16 EDITOR’S LETTER

18 FOUNDER’S LETTER

Of Shoots and Shenanigans

21 STATUS REPORT

BUZZ Young entrepreneur Jake Sussman is making a living out of changing the lives of kids at risk of falling through the cracks.

SHOP It’s here! Our holiday gift guide is packed with stylish picks for everyone on your list—from adventurists and homebodies to techies and fashionistas. GO Ready to hit the slopes? Maybe consider visiting our neighbors to the North for some epic skiing.

HOME Get ready for the return of fine dining. Amy Aidinis Hirsch gives us a tour of a spectacularly formal yet chic dining room; Biagio Lucenti has just expanded his downtown design showroom (and, trust us, you’ll want to pop in). DO We step into the Cubhouse, an adorable new space dedicated to helping your little ones imagine, move and grow; These fitness retreats will help you get your groove back.

50 MONEY MATTERS

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A closer look at the bond market and whether it’s for you

52 G-MOM

We’ve got some fun ways to shake up your Thanksgiving traditions; Fight cabin fever with these cool-weather family outings.

59 PEOPLE & PLACES

Greenwich Riding and Trails; Connecticut Against Gun Violence; Greenwich Land Trust; GEMS; Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County

67 VOWS

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103 CALENDAR

111 INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

112 POSTSCRIPT

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editor’s letter

LIGHT IT UP!

In a world where selflessness and service are too often overshadowed by noise and distraction, it’s important to take a moment and shine a light on those who dedicate themselves to uplifting others.

Each year, our Light a Fire awards celebrate individuals whose passion for giving back is not just a hobby but a way of life. What makes this year’s honorees even more remarkable is the emergence of a shared narrative: giving as a family tradition. Whether it’s a mother passing down the spirit of service, a spouse inspiring action or children getting involved alongside their parents, these stories remind us that generosity often begins at home and extends far beyond it.

You’ll meet compassionate leaders, courageous advocates and tireless changemakers. They each light a fire in their own unique ways—transforming lives, fostering hope and sparking change that ripples through their communities and beyond. People like Adam Vengrow, who has dedicated a decade to supporting veterans through Catch a Lift, and Ahmad Mickens,

who channels his passion for boxing into a life-changing youth program, are just the beginning. You’ll be introduced to many more who use their voices and resources to make a tangible difference, whether through grassroots initiatives, corporate advocacy or championing the next generation of leaders. We hope these stories resonate with you as much as they have with us, prompting us all to pause and reflect. Take a moment to think about the traditions you’re building in your own home. Perhaps it’s time to introduce a new kind of family gathering—a volunteer day, a fundraiser or a simple act of kindness that can become a part of your family’s identity. Giving isn’t just about the financial contributions. It’s about the time, energy and love you pour into the causes that resonate with you.

Settle into a quiet spot, turn the pages and let yourself be inspired. These stories are proof that when one person lights a fire, the glow illuminates the lives of everyone around them.

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On one occasion a cover subject arrived super late sporting an old Madras shirt, cargo shorts and a monster hangover.

NOVEMBER 2024 / DONNA MOFFLY

OF SHOOTS AND SHENANIGANS

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Apicture’s worth a thousand words.” Confucius may have coined the phrase, but it really took off in December 1921 when Frederick R. Barnard published a piece in Printer’s Ink titled, “One Look is Worth a Thousand Words,” commending the effectiveness of graphics in advertising.

He was right. A good photograph is worth the effort of organizing all those shoots—such as lining up ten amazing volunteers for the “Light A Fire” story this month.

Most shoots go swimmingly, but some, well … Photographer Bob Capazzo and I once went to photograph a respected art collector and found her inebriated. To calm her down, we handed her her little dog then somehow propped them up long enough to get a pretty good shot.

In a kitchen we were doing, a five-year-old boy was sitting on a countertop swinging his legs. Except that every time his little brother toddled by, he’d kick him in the head. The mother seemed oblivious, but Bob was so undone he forgot to put film in his camera for the first few shots.

Once, preparing for a shot, he was raking leaves out of the pond at the Garden Center, fell in up to his waist in mud and had to be rescued.

Another time, a cover subject arrived super late sporting an old Madras shirt, cargo shorts and a monster hangover. So photographer Visco Hatfield offered to share a black designer suit he happened to have in his car; editor Cristin Marandino ran out to Old Navy for a T-shirt, and art director Holly Keeperman lent him her belt. Voila!

When I was GREENWICH editor-in-chief, sometimes I tagged along on shoots and got to know some wonderful characters. Admittedly, I had issues with a few—such as Victor Borge’s Man Friday who wanted his boss posed in his prize-winning rose garden, but I wanted him at the piano, natch. (I won.) On another occasion,

sitting on a bench next to her husband, there was the very large woman in a very short skirt presenting a very awkward angle for the camera. I suggested she take off her hat because it hid her face and put it on her lap.

Connecticut Governor Jodie Rell became a favorite of mine during a shoot at Nestlé Waters. Chatting between takes, I told her that my husband was going in for a triple bypass in the morning, and the next evening on our answering machine was the governor herself saying: “I’ve been thinking of you both all day. Now, Jack, when you get home, you’ve got to take it easy. And that’s an executive order!”

And in 1989 when we were doing a piece on Tom Watson Jr.’s scrimshaw collection, I walked into his living room, took one look at him and quipped: “Mr. Watson, all you sailors are alike. You look like unmade beds. We need to fix you up!” He laughed heartily and invited me into his wardrobe room to pick out a new outfit. In there, he volunteered: “You know, right after this I’m flying to Cleveland for the 100th birthday of a good friend of mine.” I responded, “I bet I know who that is: Fred Crawford.” He looked at me, nonplussed: “How do you know Fred Crawford?” “Because he’s my Godfather,” I answered proudly, Uncle Fred being the only person ever inducted into three Halls of Fame during his lifetime.

“What’s more,” I added, “I know who your godfather was, too. Joe Rogers.” Mr. Watson was floored, Joe being his father’s longtime business partner. I explained that growing up in Shaker Heights, Joe’s daughter Jane was my best friend. “And, Mr. Watson,” I added, “Janie was named after your grandmother!”

Just think what I would have missed, if I hadn’t been editor of this magazine.

Now look what I’ve done—written 648 words! Maybe I should have settled for a picture. G

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NOT ALL HEROES WEAR CAPES

HOW A YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR IS OFFERING HELP AND HOPE TO KIDS WHO OTHERWISE MAY FALL THROUGH THE CRACKS—KIDS, JUST LIKE HIM

Jake Sussman, founder and president of Superpower Mentors, is achieving some pretty impressive business success at the age of 29—not bad for someone who was told he would never go to college.

Consider his company’s mission: To empower the next generation of neurodiverse thinkers—those with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, OCD and other learning differences—to

confidently succeed in any environment.

It is the second word in the company name explains it best. They are mentors, not coaches, therapists or doctors, and each of the more than 100 mentors has a diagnosed learning difference. The mentees are matched with a mentor who shares their learning differences and is involved in an occupation or hobby that the mentee is equally passionate about.

Mentors’ occupations range from art director to aerospace engineer. Since the company’s start during Covid, there have been more than 8,000 sessions completed, all virtual, with mentors and mentees living in seven countries. Mentees range in age from seven through college, with a program in the works for those who’ve graduated and are in the workplace.

The results speak for themselves.

Jake says that 84 percent of mentees show improvements in confidence and self-advocacy; 93 percent see an increase in emotional wellbeing; 91 percent of parents say mentors are the key to their child’s success; and 69 percent experience these advances within the first month of the program.

Jake says his company’s secret sauce is the relationships forged among the mentor, mentee and parents. “When you have a child

above: Jake Sussman (founder and president), Dylann Cooper (head of program success), Max Sussman (cofounder and CEO) and Stephanie Minaya (head of operations)

“MENTORS SPEAK THE SAME LANGUAGE AS THE MENTEES BECAUSE THEY LIVE THEIR LIVES. THEY TALK TO THE KIDS AT A DIFFERENT LEVEL AND CAN REALLY HELP THEM DEAL WITH LIFE. WE’RE TEACHING KIDS HOW TO FIND THEIR VOICE, TO ADVOCATE FOR THEMSELVES AND TO EXPLORE THOSE THINGS THAT ARE OF INTEREST TO EACH PERSON.”

SUSSMAN

JAKE

with learning differences, it affects the whole family, and in many cases the family is at a loss as to what to do,” he says. “Mentors speak the same language as the mentees because they live their lives. They talk to the kids at a different level and can really help them deal with life. We’re teaching kids how to find their voice, to advocate for themselves and to explore those things that are of interest to each person.”

His company is more than a job. It’s his life. “I struggled in school in Westport and felt that no one understood me. I felt so alone,” he says of his learning differences.

By middle school he left public school to attend Eagle Hill School. High school found him at the Foreman School in Litchfield, a top boarding school for learning differences. Fortunately, with the help of his parents, teachers and therapists, he realized at an early age that to be successful he would have to become his own advocate, and that conviction led him to graduate from the University of Hartford and subsequently found his company.

“It’s not that I am anti-therapy. Many of us have a therapist, coach, psychiatrist, but there is still something missing, and that’s someone we can relate to. Superpower Mentors gives people the opportunity to team up and learn to live.”

SPOTLIGHT:

EASTON WADDELL

Easton Waddell is a student at Belmont University in Nashville, but it hasn’t been an easy journey for this young man with ADHD. “I struggled. Missing classes. Struggling to do my classwork. Wasn’t making friends,” he says. “I was a wreck.”

After a few years working with Superpower Mentors, first with Jake, and now with his permanent mentor, Tyler Falcoa, his life has changed. “Jake honestly saved me. He really did pull me out of the gutter.”

His dad, David, agrees. “To me, Superpower Mentors has been a lifesaver for Easton and the family. It is mission critical in our lives.”

Jake helped Easton work on his executive functioning skills, getting him to use Google calendar, helping him with scheduling, nudging him about assignments, assisting with projects, talking to him when he hit a challenge, but just as important, giving him the confidence to believe he

HOW IT WORKS

Jake says the first step to getting the proper help is to admit that your child might have an issue. The second is to call Superpower Mentors and talk to Jake or his brother, Max, who is CEO of the

someone who understands you and can talk to you. It’s comforting for my mentee to know that I still struggle daily but am successfully working in music. Being a mentor is also part of my healing. We can help each other.”

“I go to Tyler with all my problems,” Easton says. “He is so involved in my life and can help me in areas that others can’t. I confidently say that I will graduate from college, something I could never say a few years ago. I’m more organized, less scrambled. And when I receive my degree, it will prove to me that I can commit to something, and that is huge. It’s very comforting to know it’s not just me against the world. Tyler and Jake are pushing me forward. They really care that I succeed in every aspect of the way I want to be.”

can succeed. “He kept me accountable,” Easton says. “I really trusted him because he was once in the same place that I am.”

Easton transitioned to Tyler as his mentor because of their shared love of music. Easton is in music school, and Tyler is an indie pop artist, music producer and mix engineer who has managed his OCD since he was 10.

“Unfortunately, many people think therapy is the only option to healing,” Tyler says. “It is a very important part. Without it, none of us could make strides. But it’s equally important to find

Because each family plan is unique, monthly program costs range from $600 to $1,500 a month.

“It is worth every penny,” David says. “I would go hungry before I would take Easton out of Superpower Mentors.”

Jake says that what most people don’t realize is that kids with a learning difference are three times more likely to drop out of college than those without one, with the rate hovering around 40 percent. “Our job is to lower the college dropout rate. We are proving that it can be done.”

“I CONFIDENTLY SAY THAT I WILL GRADUATE FROM COLLEGE, SOMETHING I COULD NEVER SAY A FEW YEARS AGO. I’M MORE ORGANIZED, LESS SCRAMBLED. AND WHEN I RECEIVE MY DEGREE, IT WILL PROVE TO ME THAT I CAN COMMIT TO SOMETHING, AND THAT IS HUGE. IT’S VERY COMFORTING TO KNOW IT’S NOT JUST ME AGAINST THE WORLD.” EASTON WADDELL

company. “Our job is to get the parents to trust us, to understand that we can make a difference in the life of their child,” says Jake.

The first four to six weeks is when the company gets to know the family and the child, developing a plan and matching the mentee with a mentor.

“Because the match is so accurate, trust is established in about three sessions,” he says. “For instance, if you have a child that is

playing video games all day, the mentor could be a video developer. That is an instant bond.”

“For many parents, the unspoken elephant in the room is the fear that their child will never launch. That causes stress at home because the parents have no idea what the future will hold for them. We take the pressure away from the parents.” superpowermentors.com; 800-403-2377

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Ski Ya Later!

Get ready for the ultimate CANADIAN WINTER ESCAPE

by kim-marie galloway

Although it seems like everyone is headed to Europe to ski this season, we direct our attention to our neighbors to the North. Canada may not sound as sexy as Courchevel, but the skiing can be better. The travel certainly is. Here are some mountains that should be on your ski punch list.

BIG WHITE

OPENING: November 28

This resort is like that secret stash of powder you tell your best friends about, only it’s an entire mountain. The whole resort is ski-in/ski-out, and the powder is like nothing you ’ ve ever seen. Imagine cruising into a knee-deep pile, and instead of needing ACL surgery, you watch what they call “champagne powder” explode like the puff of a dandelion.

Big White has a lot going for it. It’s only 5,700 feet, so there’s no danger of altitude sickness. And it's on the interior side of British Columbia, making the snow a dry powder, of which there is never a lack (average depth of 53 inches). Fun fact: there’s no snowmaking equipment since it’s not needed. The mountain is also famous for “snow ghosts,” giant trees fully encased in ice. How does that happen, you ask? We’ll tell

left: Dry powder for days at Big White below, top: Mother Nature puts on a celestial show. below, bottom: The gondola offers a spectacular view of the mountain’s snow ghosts.

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you. It’s often foggy and overcast, and when clouds touch snow, the water crystals stick and create massive ice trees.

If the lift line is more than 10 to 15 minutes, locals will complain about how busy it is. There are 12 lifts—10 chairlifts, a gondola and a T-bar. In addition, there are four magic carpets for new skiers/ snowboarders. No matter which lift you choose, there is a green run to the bottom, making it the perfect resort for beginners. It’s also a snowboarder ’ s paradise. USA Today named Big White the best place to snowboard in Canada and the second-best place to snowboard in North America

Stay anywhere you like; the lifts are only steps away. But don’t miss the world-famous gun barrel coffee at the Gun Barrel Grill. The waiter pulls up alongside your table with a shotgun heated over the fire and pours flaming Grand Marnier down the barrel

into a glass prepared with brandy, cacao, coffee and whipped cream. Lift tickets start at $119 per day if purchased online. There is also night skiing for only $30. Factor in the favorable exchange rate and a lift ticket is only $87 US. Compare that to $259 for a day in Park City (where you won’t find a flaming gun barrel drink).

WHISTLER BLACKCOMB OPENING: November 22

This is the largest ski resort in North America and has a sevenmile top-to-bottom run. The resort has it all: ice skating, the longest gondola in existence spanning from peak to peak, ziplining through snow-covered trees, heli-skiing,

snowmobiling, snowshoeing, tubing, ice climbing, snowcat touring, Olympic bobsled riding, and the newest activity, Vallea Lumina, a magical light walk through the forest at night.

If heli-skiing is on your bucket list, this is the perfect place to try it. If you can handle any run on the mountain in all conditions, you're ready to take your skiing to the next level, literally. You will be outfitted with proper powder skis, receive avalanche training and be paired with a professional guide. The terrain available for heliskiers is 50 times the size of the Whistler Blackcomb resort. Imagine untracked powder, no lift lines and a season ’s worth of vertical in just a few days. This is a skier s heaven. Whistler is on the Epic Pass, and passholders get 20 percent off heli-skiing. If you’re skiing without an Epic Pass, you can save significant money by purchasing your lift tickets before the season starts.

BATTLE OF THE GIANTS, EPIC VS. IKON

Two massive mountain companies are gobbling up resorts like the Hungry Hungry Hippo—the Epic pass by Vail Resorts, which is not just Vail, and the IKON pass by Alterra Mountain Company. Rare are the mountains that do not belong to one or the other. Big White is one of the few independent mountains, and in our opinion, worth skiing without a pass.

Epic passholders get unlimited ski days on most of the pass’s member mountains, including Vail and Whistler Blackcomb. Also, travelers will now be able to join My Epic Gear, a membership to rent premium equipment instead of traveling with it, slopeside pick-up and drop-off. Membership costs $50 for the 2024/2025 season, with a $55 daily use fee for adults and a $45 fee for kids aged three to 12.

While IKON passholders get seven days on most inpass mountains, read the fine print. Some passes have blackout dates.

above: Hitting the slopes at Whistler Blackcomb

MONT-TREMBLANT

OPENING: November 23

Mont-Tremblant is the most European-feeling resort of our recommendations and the most convenient. Flights from any New York airport take under two hours, followed by a 90-minute drive from Montreal. We suggest hiring a car service since you won’t need a car once you ’re at the mountain. Everything you need is within walking distance in the charming pedestrian village.

If you’ve skied Stowe, MontTremblant will feel familiar. The resort sits at the highest point in the Laurentian Mountains (Stowe is the highest mountain in Vermont). Both mountains are cold, but Tremblant can be frigid, so pack plenty of toe warmers. Ironically, cold plunges are one of the cool new things to do (pun intended), and there are plenty of Nordic Spas to choose from.

Try the “thermal journey” at Spa Mont-Tremblant. For a more authentic experience, head to the Scandinave Spa, where hot-andcold-plunge pools run along the Diable River. However, the frozen river itself is the ultimate cold plunge. If you want the kids to try a Nordic Spa (they aren't welcome at Scandinave), stay at Hotel Quintessence, where they can try the hot/cold plunge pools. There are also some Nordic spas with kid hours depending on age in the area.

Tremblant is on the IKON Pass and is an excellent choice for families. There are plenty of offpiste activities and, of course, poutine. The mountain has four ski faces, so there are plenty of options. Kids (and beginner adults) can cruise for almost four miles on a green beginner run. If anyone has tired legs at the end of the day, there's a free cabriolet (a gondola but not for skiers) that connects the village at both ends. G

above: No car needed to navigate the pedestrian-friendly town below: The charming village of Mont-Tremblant

DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF WINDHAM MOUNTAIN CLUB

Nestled in the heart of the Catskills and just a short drive from New York City, Windham Mountain Club (WMC) is a sanctuary for year-round adventurers of all ages that bring families closer in every season. Standing as the preeminent destination for thoughtfully elevated and intentionally uncrowded mountain living, this premiere, publicprivate mountain community seamlessly blends world-class skiing with exclusive luxury amenities, offering an unparalleled experience for winter weekend guests and private club members.

“Our goal is to provide the best overall skiing and riding experience in the Northeast,” says President Chip Seamans. “With uncrowded slopes for the public and our members, our ski racing and development programs, and extraordinary culinary offerings, we aim to create a remarkable end-to-end experience at Windham Mountain Club.”

HONORING TRADITIONS, BUILDING LEGACY

Windham Mountain Club stands on a foundation rich in history, originating in the early 1960s with the establishment of Cave Mountain Ski Area. In 2024, the experienced luxury hospitality families of Sandy Beall and Kemmons Wilson (KWC Management) came on board as new majority owners. With over 100 years of combined industry experience, this experienced team placed emphasis on reshaping the resort into a four-season luxury destination and provided a historic investment of $70 million. Sandy Beall is Founder of Land Hospitality, a company that brings premier four-season private communities to life for unparalleled experiences, and best known as Chairman and Co-Founder of Blackberry Farm, a Relais and Chateux and Wine Spectator Grand Award property, and Blackberry Mountain, listed for Vogue’s 2024 Top 10 Best Spa Resorts in the United States.

“Our focus is creating memorable experiences, from a day on the mountain to an afternoon on the water or fairway, to summer mornings spent in holistic fitness and total rejuvenation. Windham Mountain Club will offer truly special experiences that guests will look forward to year after year,”

Sandy Beall

Chairman and Co-Founder of Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain

CELEBRATING LUXURY AND LIFE

Windham Mountain Club is a haven for those who appreciate luxury in every detail and value quality family time. Savvy skiers, diners, and outdoor enthusiasts will take note of improved, automated snowmaking and grooming, six different restaurants to choose from across the mountain (with more concepts on the way), and next up in the development pipeline, year-round luxury residences just steps away from the slopes. At the heart of Windham Mountain Club is a close-knit community that values connection, camaraderie, and shared experiences. Premiere events, social gatherings, annual mountain traditions, and members-only experiences foster a sense of belonging, making WMC not just a destination, but a second home. Whether you’re sharing stories over dinner or participating in a group hike, the spirit of community is ever-present. Children at Windham Mountain Club can embark on their own journeys of discovery, from exhilarating downhill skiing adventures to exploring forested trails and marveling at starlit skies. It’s

clear that here, young adventurers will create deep connections with nature and forge lasting friendships.

The recent developmental changes have catapulted Windham Mountain Club towards becoming a destination that is worth more than just a visit. Members and guests can embark on extraordinary journeys filled with unexpected delights–whether it’s a personalized wine or token of appreciation, every moment is curated to surprise and enchant. What will be obvious to anyone visiting Windham Mountain Club for the first time is that membership provides more than just access, it’s an investment in a lifestyle rich with memorable experiences. The transformation from charming local favorite to an elevated, world-class destination is well underway, and those in the know are eager to be a part of Windham’s storied evolution.

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FINE DINING

JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, THIS DESIGNER IS LAUNCHING HER CAMPAIGN TO MAKE DINING ROOMS GREAT AGAIN

Why should powder rooms have all the fun? Dining rooms can be jewel boxes, too, just on a larger scale. We asked Amy Aidinis Hirsch—who turned out this Greenwich glow up with Gracie wallpaper and glossy paint—about the return of formal gathering spaces and bringing the drama to the dinner table.

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above: Amy Hirsch worked with Shoreline Painting to drench the room in this military green from Fine Paints of Europe.

GM: Tell us what the client wanted.

Amy Aidinis Hirsch: They love to entertain, and they absolutely wanted something that was very formal. They wanted it to be extremely elevated, with this very, very feminine beauty and OldWorld aesthetic.

Having this damask pattern on the floor with the Gracie metallic wallpaper on top was just total elegance. And they brought us the Baccarat chandelier.

GM: What did the space look like before?

AAH: It was a white box. It had the woodwork, and it had the coffer, but every single thing within it was completely white.

I think the key to the whole thing is that now there’s so much going on in here, but it all works. The military green is killer with the metallic silver. Being able to do the cornice on the window treatment was totally old school. I don’t want to say ’90s vibe, but it brought back Old-World design, right? Like that Mario Buatta-esque feeling. It was invigorating to go back into

history and pull out something that hasn’t been done in a while. When we did this, everybody was going for things that were much more transitional and gray and modern; less is more. This was definitely opulence.

GM: I can tell this was a fun project for you.

AAH: It’s more fun, right? When you see all the things that are on the sideboard, I went and hunted for those. All of that—the marbled shades and the lamps—came out of the Antique and Artisan Center. I love the ginger jars with the dragons on them. Everything has an age to it, and it wasn’t just collected off of Pinterest.

GM: Did you decide on the color first or the paper?

AAH: It was the paper. Their whole house is kind of silvers and grays and blues, and this room didn’t get a lot of light. I wanted to enhance the fact that dining rooms should be moodier. They’re under candlelight a lot, so I went for the military green, which is a contrast to what’s happening

in the paper itself. The paper has a little blue, pinks and the silver. And we customized it, adding a little bit of green into the actual flowers and leaves that were there. We followed with the fabrics—the velvet, and more antique velvet on the Georgian-esque chairs. And then we added the rug. The rug played one of the bigger roles because it has a pattern that needed to play well with the wallpaper. It was about finding something Old World

with a damask circular pattern, but not so old that it felt outdated.

GM: I love the combination of the paneling with the paper. It’s impactful.

AAH: That glossy paneling going around the room is a commitment. The room doesn’t get much light, but the high gloss allows the light it does get to bounce back. It creates highs and lows, instead of a flat

paint, which can be so dead. The silver leaf also plays a role. It dances around the room. And the beauty of this room is you can always add more silver leaf or details later. We left room to grow because it was a big commitment for them, and they were game for it. I love when clients can see and appreciate that. She’s very artistic herself— into entertaining and cooking— so she was exploratory in her approach.

GM: Do you think people are swinging back towards formal dining rooms?

AAH: Yes. I have a client in Arkansas, and they want a jewel box. They’re moving away from transitional and clean; they want ornate, stylistic spaces. I think people still want clean lines, but not so stark and sterile. Rooms like these counterbalance simpler designs.

above, left: A walnut table with mahogany legs creates a rich focal point. above, right: The custom buffet with Honey Onyx marble top was crafted in the style of a French antique.

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FROM ITALY WITH LOVE

IMPECCABLE HOME DESIGN JUST GOT ROOM TO GROW

Avisit to Biagio Lucenti’s expanded East Putnam Avenue design showroom is like stepping into a chic Italian penthouse. From the sleek marble countertops in his kitchen vignettes to the subtle wood ripples in his custom cabinets to the handmade suede ottomans and downy sofas, everything you see and touch here is sourced from some of Italy’s most luxe design resources.

Well, almost everything.

“That painting is from Spain,” Lucenti says, pointing to an abstract accenting a penthouse chic family room display. “But it’s only here because I really like it.”

Four years ago, Lucenti, the grandson of an Italian fine woodworker, ventured from his established Manhattan base to open a small showroom here and quickly became a go-to resource for top-ofthe-line imported custom cabinetry.

“One thing I hate is when people call me the cabinet guy,” Lucenti confesses, “because we are doing so much more.”

Lucenti explains that while he and his family now call the town home,

his reasons for venturing into the Greenwich design market was about more than shortening his commute.

He recently took over the lease on a former wine shop next door and spent months renovating to create a showroom reflective of the design services he offers.

“Greenwich is a beautiful lady I love, but I felt like she was missing something here,” he says of the new showroom which opened in June.

“This is representational of what we are doing here and what I think Greenwich needed.”

While customers can still come to order custom Italian-made Polyform cabinets, Lucenti offers much more, thanks to his long-established

relationships with Italy’s best design resources. The studio represents manufacturers of fine Italian rugs, Flexform furniture and mid-century lighting by Flos.

There are also other unique offerings, including custom wall treatments that allow his clients to project Italian frescos (and other images) onto fabric panels hung on their walls, without artisans spending months creating them by hand. True to his Italian sensibilities (and love of art), Lucenti has a Michelangelo replica filling a showroom wall.

“We are an A-to-Z design business,” he says. “A lot of our work is directly with architects and

quite comprehensive, but you can also come here and get a sofa, or get cabinets or lighting. I think of what we’re doing here as sort of a marriage. You put all these things together and you can do some beautiful and unique home interiors.”

Lucenti’s displays, with their simple lines, masterful craftsmanship and neutral tones, evoke a contemporary aesthetic. However, he considers the habitats he creates versatile and timeless.

“Nothing here is made for display,” he says. “It’s of the highest quality, but it’s made for living.”

lucentiinteriors.com; 124 East Putnam Avenue

TECHNOLOGY MEETS DESIGN: The mural here is a computer-assisted design element projected onto the wall of the showroom on a fabric wallhanging.

Biagio Lucenti; Lucenti calls the Polyform Italian cabinetry brand he offers at his design studio “the Ferrari of cabinets. And people here appreciate that kind of quality.”

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ROOM TO PLAY do

Greenwich has a new gem for young families. Nestled on East Elm Street, The Cubhouse feels like an extension of your family room—only more magical (and you don’t have to do the cleanup). Beyond a play space, it’s a destination where kids up to the age of five can explore and discover at their own pace while grown-ups build community with other parents.

Inspired by her own experiences

as a mom, Greenwich resident and owner Christine Han-Rutledge wanted to create a learning environment that emphasizes child-led and open-ended play. Christine, a former teacher with a masters in early education, explains that this approach empowers children to develop critical thinking skills, creativity and a lifelong love for learning. Play sessions last an hour and 15 minutes, and include free

above:The Cubhouse promotes sustainable, eco-friendly and nontoxic play products and an open-ended approach to play. left: Owner Christine Han-Rutledge below: The Cubhouse is designed to focus on early childhood development and child-led learning.

CHICHI UBINA

“I realized that Greenwich could use something like The Cubhouse. It’s everything I’m passionate about in a business: INVESTING IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT, CREATING WELCOMING, FRIENDLY AND SPACE, sustainable and nontoxic toys, clothing and gifts and more.”

— christine han-rutledge

playtime, as well as staff-led story and singing time. There are also a variety of classes such as baby yoga and music sessions. And for the adults, there are classes on childhood topics like sleep training.

Christine thought of every detail when it comes to the health of families and the planet. Materials like the flooring are non-toxic, the toys are eco-friendly and the space has special air purifiers.

The Cubhouse also features a retail shop where visitors can purchase books, toys and apparel. Annual memberships are available and the space can be booked for birthday parties.

“As a new mama in Greenwich, I tried out lots of different kids’ classes, went to lots of different kids play spaces and even taught some baby and kids yoga classes in my backyard,” Christine says.

“I realized that Greenwich could use something like the Cubhouse. It’s everything I’m passionate about in a business: investing in early childhood development, creating a welcoming, friendly and inclusive space, sustainable and nontoxic toys, clothing and gifts and more. I feel so grateful that I get to do what I love and bring it to this special Greenwich community.” thecubhouse.com

above: Christine partnered with Emily Wolowitz Interiors for the space’s design. below: Lincoln, Christine, Willa and Mark Rutledge bottom: Creative direction and merchandising was in part handled by Christine’s sister, Helen Una George.

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TRAIN TO TRANSFORM

THE RISE OF FITNESS RETREATS

Liz Pitassi just got out of a nine-year relationship. and her travel bug was back. She was into CrossFit and saw Lauren Fisher, a professional CrossFit athlete, post about a fitness retreat she was hosting in Bali— one with a $2,600 price tag.

She called her oldest brother, Ryan, in hopes he’d justify her spending that type of money on a fitness retreat. “I didn’t grow up in a stable financial home, so from the time I could work, I did all the things I had to to make sure I was good, and financially independent,” she said. By 32, she had paid her way through college, bought two homes and had a healthy savings account—in fact, she had only ever written one check larger than $1,000 prior to that, and it was for her home.

Ryan let her finish before his voice came through on the other line. “I have three questions,” he said. “One, do you really want to go?”

“Yes,” she said.

“Two, can you afford it?”

“Yes.”

“Three, what are you waiting for?”

So she signed up.

That week, she got in sweaty workout sessions at CrossFit Wanderlust, but she also took a surfing lesson, hung out on the beach with Balinese dogs, rented a scooter to poke around the island and woke up at 3:00 AM to hike up Mount Batur and watch the sunrise over an active volcano.

When asked what part of the retreat was most impactful, she replied, “Just going.”

VIN MICELI

has attended more than 15 fitness retreats as a speaker, sponsor and attendee with the mindset that some of the most special things

that come out of these types of events are what happens in between the workouts.

“You find two types of people at these events—those who are successful looking to network or tap into something they lost, like their fitness or doing something hard,” Miceli says. “The other side of that spectrum are the people who spend their last $2,000 and are at the end of their rope—trying to connect, to grow, to heal a thing.”

One of the most impactful summits that Miceli has ever been to was the Action Cultivates Excellence (ACE) Summit, a

above: A yoga session overlooking the Aegean Sea at Helios’ Mykonos retreat.

right: Vin Miceli (center) has attended 15 retreats, including the HPLT Experience in Antigua (below).

“ a well-executed retreat can fill your cup in a way other things can’t.”

— vin miceli

weekend designed to redefine masculinity. In between the wellness and fitness activities, Miceli experienced something he never quite experienced before.

“I found a level of emotional growth that happens around a group of men when they don’t feel the need to be manly,” he said. “When there were only men in the room, these guys were sharing things they’d normally never say out loud. Even for me, it was immensely impactful.”

KATY INGULLI

is the Wellness and Fitness Director at Round Hill Club in Greenwich. When she’s not there, she’s in places like the Maldives and Tuscany teaching yoga for Helios Retreats. At these retreats, there is typically a fitness class at 8 a.m., yoga at 9 and then a big brunch at 10. The afternoon is spent just hanging out or doing an excursion—like

camel rides in Morocco or a wine tasting and picnic on the hilltops of Tuscany. The late afternoon usually has another fitness class, another yoga class, dinner and then an opportunity to leisurely hang out, maybe watch a movie on the beach or hang at the hotel pool.

“It’s an opportunity to escape, to put your phone down and just enjoy an entire day that is sort of planned out for you—not in a super structured way,” says Ingulli.

From her perspective, people sign up for these types of fitness retreats to mark a new beginning— the commitment to a healthier lifestyle, a divorce or even just a way to travel alone without quite being alone.

“They are so happy by the end because not only have they made new friends, but they spent a good amount of time working out, being outside, getting fresh air,” says Ingulli. “I’ve had a bunch of people come back for other retreats.”

Retreats are transformative. In fact, the fitness aspects seem to take a backseat to the other impact that people like Miceli and Ingulli experience. Miceli says, “The network of people you find yourself with for that time have always yielded me a friendship, a client, a vendor, a business partner— something that lasted far more than just the week or weekend.”

If price point is an issue, Miceli

encourages you to evaluate the way you think about the retreats. He encourages those around him to try to make it work, within reason, if everything else about the retreat aligns with what they are looking for. “A well-executed retreat can fill your cup in a way other things can’t,” he says. G

above: Guests often leave these retreats not only with a sense of personal growth, but also having made deep connections with new friends.

below: Retreat attendees enjoying the outdoors on a hike in Greece.

below: In addition to fitness sessions, the retreats also offer excursions—like a quad bike tour of Mykonos and a sunset camel ride in the Sahara.

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BY CAROL LEONETTI DANNHAUSER

GETTING A FIX ON FIXED INCOME

Sometimes stocks soar. Sometimes they sink. During choppy market movements over the past few decades, boring bonds have often helped portfolios weather the storm, providing income stability and security.

In 2022, though, when the Federal Reserve raised interest rates to combat inflation, stocks and bonds fell together. Since then, the yin and yang of stocks and bonds have been more like a yo-yo, especially when the Fed steps in.

What’s an investor to do?

Know what you’re buying and why, suggests Jim Pratt-Heaney, founding partner at Coastal Bridge Advisors in Westport.

“The bonds in that portfolio should be there for a specific reason—not because the market changed, only because your goals changed.”

According to Pratt-Heaney, there are several reasons to buy bonds: to balance a portfolio, to live on the income they generate or to manage accumulating cash—especially these days, as banks report near-record-high cash assets and aren’t enticing you with high interest rates to get more of your cash.

There’s interest to be had, however, and that’s where bonds can come in.

Generally speaking, bonds are loans you make to a particular entity, whether to a company, a municipality or a federal government. You hand over the principal, and that gets repaid when or as the loan matures. In return, you get interest.

Sounds simple, right? But a high-quality bond can take

decades to mature. In the meantime, you might need your money and have to sell the bond on the secondary market, where prices fluctuate according to interest rates and other variables.

“And what happens when you’re holding a bond and you see the market going up 20 percent? You’re saying, ‘Why do I have this?’ and you dump your bond,” Pratt-Heaney says. “Or when interest rates go up and you say, ‘Wow, I can get 5 percent interest, guaranteed by the government. It’s nirvana! I’ll put all my money in Treasuries.’” Instead of falling victim to behavioral finance, he says, “You have to always be thinking, What’s my plan? What’s the return that I have to get?”

Pratt-Heaney suggests working from the inside out to determine how much to allocate to bonds and equities in your portfolio, versus following a preconceived notion (traditionally, 60 percent equities and 40 percent bonds).

“That 60/40 is meaningless now. You should keep your portfolio balanced in a way that’s personalized to you. There’s no magical

number. In my experience, people are more aggressive than they need to be and more aggressive than they realize they are.”

Even something as seemingly simple as a T-bill paying 5 percent interest, for example, warrants scrutiny: You’ll have to pay federal income tax on that interest, dragging down your returns. Better, perhaps, to consider municipal bonds, issued by your state, city or local government, which are free from federal income taxes. That can mean a tax-equivalent yield of 8 or 9 percent, versus 4 or 5 percent.

Tools exist to help you become a better-educated consumer. Many financial firms use the Monte Carlo simulation to help project potential outcomes over time, so if you want X number of dollars, and retirement is in 15 years, for example, you can build your portfolio to target those variables.

“You can take more risk, but why go to the edge of the building when you don’t have to?” the adviser says.

As straight forward as bonds may seem, hidden variables come into play when investing in these vehicles. “Many people don’t understand duration, the difference in quality, what a spread is. All of those things are important to know,” Pratt-Heaney says.

You can be like the rest of the herd and invest in a bond mutual fund, or you can choose what more and more investors are opting for: Separately Managed Accounts. With an SMA, you’ll own the bonds outright and a manager will control the activity according to your individual goal. While there might be a hefty investment minimum, “You can get these managed by professionals for fractions of a percent,” Pratt-Heaney says. “It’s so cheap to hire bond managers.”

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Nature’s Impressions:

The Modernist Landscape

Opening November 9, 2024

Matilda Browne (American, 1869–1947)

August Morning, c. 1919

Oil on canvas, 24 x 32 in.

Bruce Museum, 00026

Selections from the Collection of Ambassador John L. Loeb, Jr.

November 16, 2024–June 15, 2025

L.A. Ring (Danish, 1854–1933)

Harvest, 1886

Pastel, 24 ½ x 18 ¾ in.

Collection of Ambassador John L. Loeb, Jr.

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TURKEY TIME

THIS THANKSGIVING CONSIDER CHANGING UP OR ADDING A NEW TRADITION AND HAVE EVEN MORE TO BE GRATEFUL FOR

(Almost) Everybody Loves a Parade

With the Macy’s 98th Thanksgiving Day Parade less than an hour from Greenwich, making a tradition out of some aspect of it is simple to do. Witnessing the parade should be on everyone’s bucket list, and there are several approaches.

WIt’s easy to fill a to-go mug with hot chocolate or coffee, hit Metro-North early Thanksgiving morning and line up along the parade route to catch some of the wonder of the marching bands, bagpipes, floats and inflatables. This year the route proceeds down Central Park West, east at Columbus Circle onto Central Park South, down 6th Avenue/Avenue of the Americas, west at 34th Street and concludes at Herald Square.

Macy’s does not sell the grandstand seats outside of the store where most of the larger Broadway show and artist performances take place. They are only available to Macy’s employees

and those who march in the parade. However, you can line up anywhere along the two-and-a-half mile route. Or go the VIP path and book a reservation at one of the restaurants that line the route and offer special viewing options. Restaurants like Marea in Columbus Circle offer a viewing party in style. From 7:30 to 11:30 a.m,. it features a prime view of the parade as it passes by, an outdoor terrace, lavish buffet brunch, cocktails and entertainers such as an illusionist. Prices for children at a shared table start at $999, adults $1,387 with higher prices for private tables. Or consider making it an overnight affair by booking a hotel room the night before. A few of the best hotels to watch the parade from are the Ritz Carlton Central Park and the JW Marriott Essex House.

Children love an up-close view of the magic that goes into the large inflatable characters. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Balloon Inflation will take place along the streets surrounding the American Museum of Natural History on Wednesday, November 27, from noon to 6 p.m. Enter by Columbus Avenue and 72nd Street to see the balloons as they take shape, but be prepared for lines and security.

If you can’t make the trip (or just don’t want to), watch the parade in the comfort of home with breakfast in your PJs as you get ready to prep the bird.

What Parade?

While everyone else is at the parade, book tickets for seasonal favorites like the Radio City Spectacular to kick off the holiday season. Other non-parade events open on Thanksgiving are the Wollman Ice Rink in Central Park and the Winter Village at Bryant Park. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular puts on three shows on Thanksgiving Day, at 2, 5 and 8 p.m. The 90-minute show lives up to it’s name as truly spectacular. Tickets start at $94. Avoid the hassle of cooking dinner and eat in the city. The Upper West Side’s Friend of a Farmer has pioneered the farm to table movement and hosts a traditional Thanksgiving feast— $100 per person from 12 to 8 p.m. Other in-town favorites for dinner range from Tavern on the Green to Carmines. rockettes.com; friendofafarmer.com wollmanrinknyc.com

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Have a Ball

Signature football games, from regional rivalries like the Michigan vs. Ohio State to pro games, are a staple of many pre- and post-Thanksgiving meals. For more than 50 years both the Detroit Lions and the Dallas Cowboys have hosted an annual Thanksgiving Day game. The Lions host the Chicago Bears at 12:30 p.m.; the Dallas Cowboys host the New York Giants at 4:30 p.m.; and the Green Bay Packers host the Miami Dolphins at 8:20 p.m. (Save some cheering for the Black Friday game when the Kansas City Chiefs host the Las Vegas Raiders at 3 p.m.) Watch on TV or mix it up and make a plan to attend a game in person.

SFor those with a houseful of guests, help everyone shake off the extra calories with a backyard game of flag football. If your family was captivated by the Paris Olympics, get them ready for the 2028 Los Angeles games which will debut flag football. You don’t have to be a Kennedy to enjoy good-natured athletic rivalry. Add a trophy or prize for the winning team and you have a tradition for years to come. Flag football sets are available on Amazon for less than $30.

Lights, Camera, Action!

HHollywood’s big guns roll out at Thanksgiving. Consider making it a tradition to be among the first to see one of the big releases. There are blockbusters opening for every audience. For kids, the animated Moana 2; for Dad, Gladiator 2; and for the whole family, the much-anticipated big-screen adaptation of Wicked. Or just snuggle up on the couch and watch one of the classics from Planes, Train and Automobiles to Miracle on 34th Street.

Celebrate With Friends

FFriendsgiving is a fun tradition held either the day before or after Thanksgiving as a celebration of camaraderie. Since high school, my daughter has celebrated with a group of girlfriends. They plan a potluck menu, and each brings a dish. They get dressed up and set a festive table. But the excuse doesn’t have to be college break. Invite some friends over for the simple joy of conversation and community. It can be potluck, catered, take-out or even leftovers. The point is to slow down and relish time together over the long weekend.

Remember Others

Before the kids’ wish list frenzy starts, make it a seasonal tradition to take a moment and give back. Contact Greenwich Human Services to see how you can help a local family. The Greenwich Human Services Fund provides vetted clients with support to purchase Thanksgiving meals and offers the Adopt a Family holiday program. Contact the department to receive a wish list for a family experiencing financial challenges. greenwichhsfund.org

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CHILLING OUT

No. 1 TROTTING ALONG

There are plenty of opportunities to get the family out and moving over the Thanksgiving weekend. Here is a list of Turkey Trots and Runs in and around Greenwich.

Greenwich Alliance for Education Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

When: Saturday, November 30

Start Times: 1 mile at 9:30 a.m.; 5K at 10:00 a.m.

Where: Arch Street Teen Center, Greenwich

Harbor Point 10th Annual Turkey Trot 5K

When: Thursday, November 28

Start Time: 7:30 a.m. registration, 8:30 a.m. start

Where: Harbor Point, Stamford

New Canaan Turkey Trot

When: Sunday, November 24

When: Pre-race check-in at New Balance New Canaan beginning Friday, November 18; warm up at 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m. race start

Where: Waveny Park, New Canaan

Rowayton Turkey Trot

When: Thursday, November 28

Start Times: 9:30 a.m.

(for both 5k and 1-mile courses)

Where: 33 Highland Avenue, Norwalk

Annual Turkey Run and Paws Walk

When: Saturday, November 30

Start Times: 9 a.m. Paws Walk and One-Mile Fun Run; 10 a.m. for 3.1 or 5.2 mile run/walk Where: Rye Recreation Center, Rye

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FUN THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR CREW AS THE WEATHER GETS COOLER

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No. 4 GAME ON!

In conjunction with its current exhibition, Greenwich During the Revolutionary War: A Frontier Town on the Front Line, the Time Travelers KidStudio returns through March 2025. Step back in time and learn how kids lived in Greenwich 250 years ago. Every Wednesday and Saturday afternoon will feature a new guided craft or activity inspired by the colonial era. Children up to age 12 are welcome to attend with an accompanying adult.

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NATURE’S CLASSROOM

Greenwich public schools are closed Tuesday, November 5 for Election Day, but the Greenwich Botanical Center (GBC) has you covered. Head over to the GBC from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a fun-filled day of outdoor exploration, scavenger hunts, animal tracking, plant propagation and collecting treasures for arts and crafts. greenwichbotanicalcenter.org.

There’s no better game-day meal than a great bowl of chili. Kat Ashmore, local chef, cookbook author and recipe developer, offers up this recipe that checks all the boxes—healthy, hearty and bursting with flavor. So even if your favorite team doesn’t win, at least your chili will.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 2 lbs. ground turkey, dark meat, preferably

• 2 tbsp tomato paste

• 1 green pepper, diced

• 2 jalapeno peppers, diced

• 2 celery stalks, diced

• 1 large onion, diced

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tbsp chili powder

• 1 tbsp ground cumin

• 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder

• 28 ounces diced tomatoes and their juices

• 2 cans beans, 15 ounces each, pinto, black, or mix

• 3 to 4 cups water

• Kosher salt

• Freshly cracked black pepper

• Pinch ground cloves, optional

Instructions:

1. In a large, heavy bottomed pot, heat the oil over medium heat.

2. Add ground turkey along with a big pinch of salt and brown, breaking it up as it cooks.

3. When the turkey is nicely browned and cooked through,

remove from the pot and set aside.

4. If pot looks dry, add another tablespoon of oil.

5. Add tomato paste and cook for 30 seconds, stirring.

6. Add onion, celery, peppers, and garlic and sauté until vegetables are tender and translucent, about six minutes.

7. Add all spices, another teaspoon of salt and a few cracks of black pepper. Stir until fragrant, about one minute.

8. Add tomatoes and juice, cook for another minute.

9. Transfer the cooked meat back to the pot along with the beans and 3 to 4 cups of water.

10. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Add salt if needed.

11. Cover and simmer for one hour.

12. Serve garnished with sliced green onion, shredded cheese, sour cream, crushed tortilla chips, cilantro, lime, avocado … whatever you’d like.

13. Enjoy! G

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The Greenwich Riding & Trails Association (GRTA) recently held its 102nd annual Greenwich Horse Show and Luncheon. Cochairs Lisa Baily Cassidy and Rosary Murphy deserve a blue ribbon for planning a super chic afternoon in backcountry. Our very own Donna Moffly was a judge for the floral centerpiece contest. The GRTA’s mission is to preserve, protect and promote open space, historic trails and the tradition of horseback riding for our community and future generations. grta.org »

1 Reid Chase, Susan Mufson 2 Anita Keefe, Beverly Keyes 3 James, Maria and Madison Murphy 4 Jill and Lydia Baskin 5 Rector and Dianne Davol 6 Layla Lisiewski with Grantham, Suzette and Annette Perry 7 Alexandra Kittle with her daughter, Annabelle 8 Smith, Melissa and James Parker 9 Dr. Jeffrey Rosenthal, Carole Acunto, Debbie Hamilton, Jean de Montaillou 10 Vicky Skouras, Kate Stoupas 11 Kim Gregory, Chris Duncan, Donna Moffly 12 Marianna Sood, Claudia Gerola, Catherine Stathakopoulos, Carolina Heflin

Drop Your Weapon

T Against Gun Violence recently held its annual spring luncheon at Westport’s Inn at Longshore. Cochaired by Alicia McKinney, Jennifer Epstein, Barb Patrick, Susie Blumenfeld, Emily Driesman and Lindsey Allen, the afternoon hosted distinguished guests including Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz and Connecticut Department of Public Health Commissioner Manisha Juthani. Author and activist Fred Guttenberg, whose daughter Jaime Guttenberg was murdered at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas School shooting in Parkland, Florida, delivered a moving and impactful keynote address. cagv.org »

1 Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz, Fred Guttenberg, Melissa Kane, Joanne Gleason

Jonathan Perloe, Anne Wichman

Donna Moffly, Betsy O’Reilly, Nicole Heath, Cynthia Blumenthal 4 Darcy Hicks, Lisa Newman, Alicia McKinney, Lilly Kane

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Challenge underpins almost all learning and growth. And so, we instill in our boys the desire and dedication to dig deep, to strive for excellence, to challenge themselves as they reach new milestones of achievement, and always to aspire to be their very best in a lifelong journey through a changing world.

Protect, Plant & Prosper

It was a picture-perfect scene at the Mueller Preserve on Round Hill Road for the Greenwich Land Trust’s annual Evening at The Farmstand fundraiser. Along with their committee, cochairs Nell Derick Debevoise, Anita Keefe, Christina Madhany and Lauren Stephens orchestrated an amazing event complete with Top Hops craft beer truck, specialty cocktails, bites by Marcia Seldon Catering and live jazz. The mission of the Greenwich Land Trust is to preserve open space and inspire the next generation of conservationists. Save the date for the upcoming Farmstead event on Friday, May 30. gltrust.org »

1 Urling Searle, Libby King, Charlie King 2 Kara and Tad Van Norden, Kirsten and Andy Pitts

Betsy Coons, Mere Tormey, Jackie Keeshan, Mary Helen Holszchuh 4 Event cochairs: Nell Debevoise Dewey, Christina Madhany, Anita Keefe, Lauren Stephens

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reenwich Emergency Medical Service (GEMS) held its annual Just for GEMS benefit at Caren’s Cos Cobber. The special day was cochaired by GEMS Executive Director Tracy Schietinger, board member Ann Hagmann, and Cobber owner Caren St. Phillip. GEMS is an independent, nonprofit organization that provides emergency medical care and ambulance service to Greenwich. A portion of the day’s proceeds was donated to help fund critical items, such as ambulances and heart monitors. greenwichems.org »

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hildren’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County (CLC) recently held its annual golf outing chaired by Bob Rahilly, at the Stanwich Club. The sold-out event raised more than $150,000 to support CLC’s students and programs, which prepare nearly 900 low- and moderate-income children for kindergarten and a lifetime of learning. CLC CEO Monica Maccera shared, “Children who attended CLC are doing better in Stamford Public Schools than children without a preschool experience, and we could not provide this early childhood education without donor support.” clcfc.org G

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While studying in Madrid, Spain, in 2020, Bianca and a friend took a trip to Lisbon, Portugal. They stopped at an Irish pub, where Bianca met Pedro and they instantly connected. Before long, their relationship developed from long-distance phone calls to international flights. After Bianca returned stateside to take the New York bar exam, Pedro got an engineering job and soon joined her.

Three years after they first met, Bianca brought Pedro to her college reunion at Washington and Lee University. While on a romantic stroll, Pedro pulled her close for a slow dance and proposed. He surprised her with a beautiful yellow-gold and round-brilliant solitaire engagement ring he designed with Bianca’s father, founder and owner of Manfredi Jewels. The two “giggled in bliss” before sharing the news with friends.

The couple got married in July, in a small village north of Lisbon. They exchanged vows in an historic Catholic church, where the priest said a full mass in Portuguese and English. “It was meaningful to have our guests be fully included in our mass, because of how well Father João blended the languages into the service and his homily,” says Bianca.

Bianca, daughter of Roberto and Roberta Chiappelloni of Greenwich, went to Sacred Heart Greenwich and graduated from Washington and Lee University. After receiving a law degree from Boston University, she earned a Master’s of Laws in European and International Business Law at Universidad Pontifícia Comillas, ICADE. Bianca recently joined the family business as a partner at Manfredi Jewels.

Pedro, son of Carlos Santos and Cidália de Jesus of Lisbon, received Civil Engineering and Structural Engineering degrees from Lisbon’s Instituto Superior Técnico. He works as a structural engineer at the Flushing, New York-based Tully Construction Company.

The newlyweds traveled to Madeira, Portugal, for their honeymoon, and live in New Canaan. – By Elizabeth Hole »

1 A vignette celebrating all of the wedding-day details 2 Bride Bianca Chiappelloni Santos 3 Bianca and her father Roberto enter the church 4 To accommodate guests, the service was in Portuguese and English 5 Friends and family threw flower petals at the send-off 6 Portugal’s scenic beauty was the perfect backdrop 7 The bride and groom surrounded by their families 8 Bianca and Pedro celebrate as newlyweds

BIANCA JESSICA MARIA CHIAPPELLONI & PEDRO ALEXANDRE DE JESUS SANTOS

Sarah and Michael met in a most romantic setting—a wedding at The Ritz in Puerto Rico. The two hit it off immediately and began seeing each other when they returned to the States. Over the next three years the couple enjoyed a lovely courtship until Michael got down on bended knee and asked Sarah to be his wife. The proposal came on Christmas Eve in Greenwich and was followed by a blowout party with both couples’ families—complete with fireworks.

Father Edward Dougherty officiated the ceremony at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City. The wedding planner, Lauren Grech from LLG events, knocked it out of the park with a reception fit for a king and queen at The Plaza Hotel. No detail was spared. Even the Radio City Rockettes kicked their way through the party.

The bride, daughter of Bobby and Carolyn Crabtree of Greenwich, graduated from Greenwich High School and the University of New Hampshire. Sarah works in marketing for the Crabtree Motor Group in Greenwich.

The groom, son of Gregory and Maureen McCauley of Pennsylvania, graduated from Salesianum School and Saint Joseph’s University. Michael is a wealth manager for Phoenix Financial Services in New York City.

The newlyweds honeymooned in Switzerland before returning home to Greenwich. – By

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SARAH JUNE CRABTREE & MICHAEL JOSEPH MCCAULEY

1 Invitation by Fancy That NYC and all jewelry from Shreve Crump & Low 2 The bride with her sisters, Emily Crabtree and Morgan Crabtree Fox 3 Sarah with her flower girl, Remington McCauley 4 Sarah and Michael with their parents 5 The newlyweds 6 Sarah and Michael leaving St. Patrick’s Cathedral 7 The wedding party outside The Plaza Hotel 8 The Crabtree family 9 The Rockettes 10 Charlotte Ashley, Jennifer Freda, Lauren Walsh, Anneliese Ashley 11 The reception 12 Michael and Emily Crabtree, Margaret (Muffy) Crabtree Lyster, Kathryn Crabtree, Margaret (Maggie) Crabtree, Michaela Crabtree; (front) Fields Jones, Harrison Lyster 13 A heavenly seafood ice tower 14 Beth and Fran Sisca Jr., Michael and Tara Norris, Sheila and Kevin Gallagher 15 Jill Kelly, Stephanie Dunn Ashley, Dara Ford, Denise Jewell 16 Newlyweds in the city that never sleeps 17 The bride and groom dancing the night away

LIGHT A FIRE

My mother taught me.” “My husband inspired me.” “My kids are involved, too.” “My sister is a changemaker.”

Giving as a family tradition is a theme that emerged this year among the winners of our annual Light a Fire contest. Every November we honor those in our towns who give selflessly to support causes near and far—those who light a fire in the hearts of their relatives, friends, colleagues and greater community, spurring on charity and compassion, changing and saving lives, and spreading hope. And who doesn’t need a little hope this November?

So turn off the television, silence the phone and settle into a comfy spot, perhaps near a glowing fire, and give these ten upstanding citizens your full attention. After you’ve read their stories, share them with a family member. Then think about what kindling you might contribute to one of the inspiring fires your neighbors have sparked, or even build one of your own. »

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Andi Sklar

Ahmad Mickens Nicole Heath

Dede Thompson Bartlett

Marie Rocha

Catherine Erol Edith Presley

Adam Vengrow

Lauren Walsh

Nate Checketts

Andi Sklar

ORGANIZATIONS

CONNECTICUT CHILDREN’S, SHAKE IT FOR SHEA, PINK AID, AL’S ANGELS

INSPIRATION

Andi Sklar first became intrigued by giving back when she saw her big-hearted husband in action. “When I met Scott, he was very involved in an organization for a friend’s son who had an orphan disease [extremely rare and deadly diseases affecting less than 200,000 people],” explains the Westport resident. “I admired them for all they did. Once my kids were old enough and I wasn’t working, I had time.”

She offered to chair the preschool committee at Temple Israel and then began hosting shopping events and giving a percentage to charity. From that start, dipping her toe in the many philanthropic causes around town, she was soon making a big splash on the altruistic scene.

WORDS OF PRAISE

“With a heart of gold and drive to always do more, Andi has been an instrumental force in helping to raise awareness for Connecticut Children’s. Because of her efforts, countless families have received the highest quality care for everything from broken bones to pediatric heart conditions, right here in Westport.”

Dr. Robyn Matloff, Director of Connecticut Children’s in Westport

COURAGE INTO ACTION

Andi discovered Al’s Angels, an organization that supports families through health and financial crises, and had the idea to set up lemonade stands around town so her kids could also participate.

“Al got cookies and lemonade donated,” she says. “We had stands all over. Then Covid hit.” Around that time Andi’s aunt was diagnosed with breast cancer, which sparked Andi’s involvement with Pink Aid. She took on the role of auction chair during the pandemic and then event chair for two years.

Recently, Andi has focused her attention on Connecticut Children’s, which now has a specialty care center right in Westport. “Robyn Matloff, the director, reached out to see if I would come for a tour,” explains Andi. “At the time I had no idea there was a freestanding children’s hospital in Connecticut. Scott came with me. He had spent a lot of time in children’s hospitals and was blown away. Robyn asked if I would help set up tours. People would arrive wondering why they were there and leave saying, ‘Wow!’”

Andi formed a committee and began spreading the word. “People want to get involved,” she says. “The staff is so wonderful. It’s such a feel-good place. To volunteer for something especially where kids are involved, it’s another level.”

Andi is also raising awareness for Hearts in Harmony Foundation, a local charity set up by Kira and Mark Greenfield. Their daughter, Shea, was diagnosed with Long QT syndrome—a life-threatening heart condition—the day she was born. An annual event, Shake It For Shea, and a golf event, Shank It For Shea, raise funds for research. “I introduced Kira to Dr. Robyn Matloff, and we came up with ideas for how the organizations can help people together,” says Andi.

HOPES AND DREAMS

“I hope the community becomes more involved with Hearts in Harmony and CT Children’s,” says Andi. “I hope we see everyone talking about mental health and see that focus grow here at CT Children’s. I would love to see a lot of money raised through Shake It for Shea.”

ORGANIZATIONS

RF YOUTH

BOXING, REVOLUTION TRAINING ACADEMY

Ahmad Mickens

INSPIRATION

“I grew up in New Jersey near East Orange. It was pretty rough. I didn’t know a lot of people who looked like me who had professions that inspired me,” explains Stamford’s Ahmad Mickens. “I got into a lot of trouble.” Then he found boxing. “Going to the gym, getting in shape, having people to support me—it gave me an identity,” he says. “I had my first wins. I don’t even mean in the ring—my first wins in life. Being able to jump rope, to lift more weight—those little wins started adding up and building my confidence.”

Ahmad couldn’t wait to give that opportunity to others. “To see people succeed is my inspiration,” he continues. “It’s also what my mother taught me. She was big into giving back. We took clothes and shoes over to Senegal in my teen years.” Ahmad plans those same trips for his sons: “It’s my little impact on the universe, to create a tradition of service.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

Ahmad began training a client base of successful individuals in Connecticut and “watched and learned” from them. In 2005, he took the leap and opened his own gym, Revolution Training, in Stamford. “Some youth came in. Historically, boxing gyms have attracted a lot of the disenfranchised, underserved youth,” he explains. “They reminded me of myself.” They didn’t have money, but Ahmad made a deal with them: “Show up 3 to 5 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and I’ll work with you.” They did. Then more kids

showed up and RF Youth Boxing was born.

Ahmad formed a 501c3 and launched an annual fundraiser, a “White-Collar Boxing” event. He’s committed to giving kids the same quality experience his high-end clients receive. “The space is always clean, organized and safe,” says Ahmad, who also hosts career days. “Without the program, these youth wouldn’t have access to individuals who can help change their lives,” he explains. “It’s opening up their minds to think ‘Maybe I can be a doctor or a carpenter or own my own company.’”

One protégé, Chordale Booker, is a pro boxer and made it to the Olympic trials. “He is now one of the top boxing coaches in Connecticut,” says Ahmad. “We have many success stories.”

With Senator Pat Miller’s support, Ahmad formed the Revolution Training Academy, which offers boxing, personal training and fitness business certifications, as well as apprenticeships.

HOPES & DREAMS

“I hope to continue to produce quality individuals who believe in service and take it to their own communities and households,” says Ahmad. He dreams of expanding his program to New Haven, New Jersey and beyond. “If I can plant the seed, I believe the program will grow and spread. I’ve been doing this for twenty years. The kinks are ironed out. I’d love to share it with other nonprofits and establish programs in areas that need it.” »

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Ahmad was the role model that I needed since I was a teen. He challenged me to think bigger, which has led me to being ranked eighth in the world in boxing.”

Chordale Booker

Nicole Heath

WORDS OF PRAISE

ORGANIZATIONS

CONNECTICUT AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE, PLANNED PARENTHOOD, REACH PREP, FRESH AIR FUND, AMHERST COLLEGE, MCKENNA COLLEGE

INSPIRATION

Over ten years ago, fellow volunteer Leslie Bhutani reached out to Nicole Heath to see if she had any interest in gun violence prevention. “At the time, we weren’t yet the very close friends we would become, so she didn’t know my only sibling had taken his own life with a handgun,” says Nicole Heath. CT Against Gun Violence (CAGV) was a small organization when Nicole eagerly became involved. Then the Sandy Hook tragedy occurred.

COURAGE INTO ACTION

“CAGV ended up successfully advocating for the strongest gun safety laws in Connecticut’s history—with bipartisan support,” says Nicole, a Greenwich resident. Connecticut reached nearly the top of states for the strongest gun violence prevention laws, “a position we still hold with nearly unanimous support from our Greenwich delegation,” she adds. Nicole made many treks to Hartford to testify as a survivor and spearheaded the growth of CAGV’s annual benefit luncheon from 100 guests to 300. “Our luncheon keynote speakers have done such a good job of educating people on community gun violence prevention programs and suicide prevention,” says Nicole. “Suicides account for nearly two-thirds of all

“During her tenure on the board, from 2013 to 2023, Nicole did more to ensure the financial health of CAGV and the CAGV Education Fund than any other individual board member over our organization’s 30-year history. Her commitment to the cause of ending gun violence in Connecticut demonstrated by her time, effort and passion underlies much of CAGV’s success over the past decade.” Jonathan Perloe, CAGV Marketing Director

handgun deaths in Connecticut— and in the U.S.”

Nicole chaired the Development Committee of the CAGV Board for many years and credits CAGV Marketing Director Jonathan Perloe and her co-chairs—Mary Himes, Cynthia Blumenthal, Leslie Bhutani, Amy Keohane, Amy Pines, Sophie Dowling, Pat Caffray, Melissa Kane and Daisy Sanders—for many successful events (including the premiere of Thousand Pines at Westport Country Playhouse and Gun Country in Greenwich). “Our friends were right there filling tables and raising their paddles with such generosity,” she adds. From recruiting volunteers and business sponsors to organizing private fundraisers in donors’ homes, Nicole has been tireless and creative in her efforts to further CAGV’s mission in Connecticut and beyond. “Other states use our laws as templates for their own, so in that sense we have a national impact,” she notes.

In the past, Nicole has chaired fundraisers for Planned Parenthood, REACH Prep and Fresh Air Fund. Her family has hosted a young man from the Bronx every summer and a Colombian teen during his boarding school breaks. Nicole currently sits on boards at Amherst College and Claremont McKenna College.

HOPES AND DREAMS

“We are so lucky to have Governor Ned Lamont 100-percent supportive of our cause,” says Nicole. “The federal story is very different, although President Biden has done more than any President on this issue since Clinton. Until GVP [Gun Violence Prevention] can be uncoupled from politics, we have to just keep fighting at the individual state level where a dozen or so states like ours have made real headway.”

Marie Rocha

ORGANIZATIONS

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREENWICH, LIVE GIRL, HAVYN, VESTHER, DEFY VENTURES, REALIST LAB, FAIRFIELD COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, CT NEXT, CT PUBLIC

INSPIRATION

“My inspiration to give back is deeply personal, rooted in a profound belief in the transformative power of community and the life-changing impact of mentorship,” says Stamford resident Marie Rocha. “I’ve seen firsthand how the right resources, guidance and support can completely reshape someone’s future.”

This understanding has propelled Marie onto the boards of various nonprofit organizations, locally and nationally. “I’m particularly focused on initiatives that address the wealth gap, create equitable opportunities, support young people’s growth and development, and combat food insecurity,” she says. Marie sees these issues as foundational to creating a more equitable and thriving society.

COURAGE INTO ACTION

Marie has shared her passion and expertise with the Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich, serving on its Board of Directors and Executive Committee. “We’ve created safe spaces for young people to learn, grow and thrive. Many don’t realize the great wealth gaps that exist in Fairfield County and its effects on youth,” explains Marie.

She has also served on the Live Girl Advisory Committee for two years, “supporting initiatives that empower young women, helping them build confidence and leadership skills.”

Through HAYVN Hatch, a quarterly women-centric pitch event, Marie helps pave the way

for women to launch and grow their own businesses. She is a founding member of VestHer, which supports and connects professional women and provides executive coaching.

Marie adds, “My work with Defy Ventures has been particularly significant as it involves helping formerly incarcerated individuals redefine their futures through entrepreneurship and personal development. All of my work led

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Marie focuses on aiding the most vulnerable at-risk populations, including children and seniors, promoting women’s empowerment programs and combating food insecurity. Over the past year, I have had the privilege of getting to know Marie, and I am deeply inspired by her approach and the impactful work she has accomplished. Notably, she is the only Black woman in Connecticut to own a venture capital fund, Realist Ventures.”

— Sarah Bamford

HOPES AND DREAMS

to the creation of Realist Lab, where we offer programs to help entrepreneurs throughout Connecticut create jobs and financial security.”

Last year, Marie joined several committees at the Fairfield County Community Foundation.

“I’m proud of our efforts around housing, health, civic engagement and closing other equity gaps,” she comments.

“I want to see these organizations grow and make a more significant difference,” says Marie. “For Boys & Girls of Greenwich, I dream that every child in the community gets the support they need to thrive. With Live Girl, I envision a future where young women are confident, capable and ready to lead in whatever direction they choose. For Defy Ventures, I dream of a world where second chances are the norm, empowering people to rebuild their lives and positively impact society. At Vest, I hope more women will be given equitable opportunities. Ultimately, my biggest hope is that our work today leads to lasting change and opens up new opportunities for generations to come.” »

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Dede Bartlett is a leader and visionary for New Canaan, as well as beyond the borders of 06840. She is a fierce advocate for women’s issues and has helped educate the community about domestic violence. While she is exceptionally generous, she is also exceptionally hard-working.”

— Nancy Geary, Executive Director, New Canaan Museum & Historical Society

INSPIRATION

“I take enormous joy in being able to make a difference,” says Dede Thompson Bartlett. “I feel grateful that I’m able to support causes that mean a lot to me and that aren’t necessarily glamorous but need funding and marketing support. There is exhilaration in making a difference. I’m mystified that more people don’t experience this joy. It’s not a question of money; the most important gift you can give an organization is time.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

A former Fortune 25 executive, Dede is a member of the advisory boards of Domestic Violence Crisis Center and Legal Momentum: The Women’s Legal Defense and Education Fund. She founded the New Canaan Abuse Prevention Partnership. She and her husband funded the Bartlett Auditorium at the New Canaan Library and the Jim and Dede Bartlett Center for New Canaan History at the New Canaan Museum & Historical Society.

With decades of philanthropy to contemplate, she pinpoints three highlights. First, when she was at Phillip Morris, she proposed a project to the First Lady of Costa Rica: a traveling photo exhibition

to raise awareness about women who had been abused. “It was enormously successful,” says Dede. The President of Costa Rica credited the exhibition in his State of the Union address for the subsequent 50 percent reduction in homicide and partner abuse. Dede says, “It’s 20 years later, and I still haven’t gotten over that!”

Second, this year Dede gave the commencement address at NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering, where her dad was a professor. Dede, who earned her master’s degree from NYU, has funded internships there, encouraging over 100 young women to major in science, technology, engineering and math. She says, “I will never forget looking out at 8,500 people in Barclays Center, thinking, wow, this is a moment.”

Third, Dede worked for three years rescuing a woman, “a boldface name in our town,” from an abusive relationship. “She came to me and described the way she was living and asked, ‘Is this normal?’ I helped her and put a team together to advise her. She and her kids are now thriving,” says Dede.

HOPES AND DREAMS

“I want to see more women empowered in all areas of their lives,” says Dede. “I grew up in a time when women didn’t have the abilities they have now. Then they were taken away again last year. I want my daughter and granddaughters’ lives filled with options I didn’t have.” Dede is optimistic about her town.

“I have seen a tremendous change in New Canaan, by women who are change agents,” she raves. “They have imagination and vision.”

{ warrior for women }

Dede Thompson Bartlett

ORGANIZATIONS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CRISIS CENTER, LEGAL MOMENTUM: THE WOMEN’S LEGAL DEFENSE AND EDUCATION FUND, NEW CANAAN ABUSE PREVENTION PARTNERSHIP, NEW CANAAN MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETY, NEW CANAAN LIBRARY, NYU, VASSAR COLLEGE

Adam Vengrow

ORGANIZATIONS

CATCH A LIFT, VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS, HOLE IN THE WALL GANG

INSPIRATION

“One of my favorite quotes is: ‘You make a living by what you get, you make a life by what you give,’” says Westporter Adam Vengrow. “I grew up working hard for every penny I had. Now I’m fortunate to be in a position to give money and time to those who are fighting hard to achieve and succeed in life. Everybody needs a hand at some point. There is nothing more joyous than helping somebody climb their way to great achievement.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

Adam became involved in Catch a Lift in 2013. The organization was founded by Lynn Coffland in the name of her brother, Corporal Chris Coffland, who was taken by an IED in Afghanistan. “His expression, his whole life, when you are burnt out was: ‘Let’s go catch a lift.’ It meant: Let’s go work out. Our theme is physical fitness to mental fitness. From Day 1, this was everything I believed in and the way I live my life. It has been ten great years, helping veterans use physical fitness to find mental fitness.”

Catch a Lift has spread to more than 2,600 cities and all 50 states. “We’ve helped over 13,000 veterans and caregivers get re-engaged with our four core pillars: nutrition, fitness, emotional wellness and community,” explains Adam. “We have veterans fighting through terrible adversity, from severe amputations and burns

to traumatic brain injuries and PTSD. They have done their job to fight for the freedoms we enjoy. Now it’s our job to help them reintegrate back into a life they deserve post serving.”

More than 85 percent of dollars raised go directly to the cause. “We have veteran coaches all over the country, helping other veterans heal with camaraderie and teamwork,” says Adam. “Our kids have been a part of this, and 2024 is our ten-year anniversary of Catch A Lift here in our neighborhood. Our town government, police, fire, gyms, restaurants, residents, schools— all are a big part. One of our veterans spoke to the Staples Varsity Football Team ahead of the season, and they won States!”

Adam and a friend are now spearheading an initiative to help rebuild and fortify Staple’s High School athletic facilities.

HOPES AND DREAMS

“You know that old adage about the child walking along the beach and encountering thousands of washed-up starfish? The kid starts picking them up, one by one, and throwing them back in the ocean. The parent says, ‘What are you doing? You can’t save them all,’ and the kid says, ‘But I can save this one.’”

“The ultimate end goal would be for every veteran and first responder to have all the support they need. They protect and serve our community and keep us safe, so we must do that for them when it is our turn.” »

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Adam’s contributions go far beyond the call of duty. He dedicates countless volunteer hours each week to ensure

that the needs of our veterans are met. His efforts have made a significant impact on the lives of many.”

— Phil Delgado, VFW Post 399 Quartermaster

Edith Presley

INSPIRATION

“I was raised to contribute to society,” says Edith Presley, President of Cradle to Career. “The mantra in the house was to make things better by the mere fact that you were involved. Individual influence and responsibility matter.” She progressed from substitute teacher to special education teacher, assistant principal, then principal before transitioning into the nonprofit sector. “I have two children in Stamford public schools,” says Edith. “What I want for them, I want for every child in the town: to feel a sense of belonging and have access to the great potential that our community and society offers.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

“I’ve worked every tier of the education system in Stamford— from being a graduate of the public schools, graduating with a degree in psychology, and then starting as a substitute teacher and learning from the ground level how schools work and how important relationships are,” says Edith. “Then I was really intentional about going back to school and finding opportunities to give back while developing myself for a broader impact and greater reach.”

“I love working at Cradle to Career,” says Edith, who came to the organization from Domus, an organization that works with at-risk youth, about three years ago. “It allows me to use my passion for families, students and education in a way that is limitless.” She enjoys being a partner to the school district

and supporting the hardworking staff, “who are many times strapped by compliance or limited resources. We are a collective impact organization, with a focus on research-based practices. We partner with other nonprofits that will champion ideas for change,” she explains. “It allows us to be an incubator for innovation.” Cradle to Career operates under the Strive Together methodology—a national accountability network—as well as under the United Way umbrella. Edith has helped to secure significant federal funding to provide after-school and community-wide support for middle school students, in turn inspiring them and fueling engagement. She has offered her expertise in special education advocacy pro bono to ensure appropriate educational and social accommodations are made to help all children succeed.

HOPES AND DREAMS

“I dream for a living,” says Edith, chuckling. “For Cradle to Career, I hope that we can continue to grow and be really strategic about private and public partnerships, in order to highlight the value we bring as a community in Stamford. We are uniquely situated to be a proof point for the nation around how equitable practices bring about growth and change. With our data and our work, we can showcase how you can solve for inequity, how you can really be strategic around problem solving for poverty. I hope for civic engagement to increase for all facets of our community and society. Change happens when we are all involved.”

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Ms. Presley is a fierce champion and advocate for children in the Stamford community. In every aspect of her professional and personal life, she centers on children and takes a holistic approach to ensuring their social, emotional and academic needs are met, so they can thrive.”

— Bianca Shinn, Domus Kids Leadership Council member

Nate Checketts

ORGANIZATIONS

RHONE, BEYOND TYPE 1

INSPIRATION

“When my brother Ben and I started Rhone, we didn’t just want to create another apparel company. We wanted to build something that truly stood for something bigger, something that had a real point of view,” says CEO Nate Checketts, a Darien resident.

At the time, Nate was looking for ways to support a close friend who was going through a mental health crisis and battling addiction. “I came across some staggering information about the challenges men face with mental health and how loneliness was becoming an epidemic,” says Nate. “That hit me hard, especially as a father of three boys.”

In a market saturated with active brands focused on physical fitness, Rhone went deeper. “No one seemed to be addressing the need for a more holistic approach,” explains Nate. “That realization became the driving force behind Rhone, and our mission to champion mental fitness and the intersection of physical and mental health.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

Rhone has backed up its mission with action through multiple avenues—from hosting a virtual race and donating proceeds of a race kit to co-sponsoring a Men’s Wellness Summit. The stores also hold “Mind & Muscle” events, which combine dynamic workouts with mental health discussions.

“These events have served as catalysts for building strong social connections and a supportive network,” says Nate. “In fact, we have a group of guys who have met lifelong friends and have become each other’s groomsmen through Mind & Muscle events. We’ve hosted thousands of men and

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have now launched a similar event framework with women.”

As a former New Canaan football captain and MVP, Nate was eager to bring his message to players. Last November he put together a “Better Together” football dinner with the Wave Strong Foundation.

“We gathered 200 football players from rival high school football teams, the Darien Blue Wave and New Canaan Rams, ahead of the annual Turkey Bowl match-up, to have a very important conversation about mental health and how we can work together as a community to break down the stigmas that exist,” explains Nate. “If you know Connecticut high school football, you know this is a big deal! It was the first time these teams have done anything like this in the near 100-year rivalry.”

Nate, who was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at age 25, is also the Chairman of Beyond Type 1, a nonprofit organization focused on education, advocacy and a path to a cure.

HOPES AND DREAMS

“It is Rhone’s mission to impact over 100 million lives,” says Nate. “We hope to provide individuals with inspiring experiences that leave a lasting imprint to prioritize mental fitness alongside physical fitness. By nurturing a culture of wellness, resilience and community, my hope is that Rhone can continue to inspire and uplift, championing the belief that true wellness encompasses both physical vitality and mental fortitude.” »

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Nate has done so much for the communities of Darien and New Canaan. Mental health is extremely important to Nate, and he understands that it is something not spoken about often among men. He is trying to change that narrative.” — Katie Holmstead, Nate’s sister

Lauren Walsh

ORGANIZATIONS

GREENWICH YWCA, GEMS, AMERICAN RED CROSS MNYN CHAPTER, GREENWICH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL, BERKSHIRE SCHOOL

INSPIRATION

“My mother inspired me. Twenty years ago, I was put on as a trustee of our family foundation which my mother and father formed,” says Riverside resident Lauren Walsh. “They wanted to focus locally, creating an impact with giving money in the Greenwich community and seeing its effect. My mom invited me to the Old Bags Luncheon at the Belle Haven Club 20 years ago, and I have been to every single one of them.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

The Old Bags Luncheon is a YWCA initiative, which is where Lauren says she has made the most significant contributions—and also where she has learned the most.

“It has been quite an education in philanthropy, giving back, making a difference,” she says. She is vice chair of the board and has chaired the Spirit of Greenwich Awards, another YWCA fundraiser. She has also been involved with the organization’s Domestic Abuse Services program.

Lauren is passionate about GEMS (Greenwich Emergency Medical Services), sits on its board and has elevated the GEMS Back to the ’80s Gala to a memorable annual event. “We have the best ambulance service and heart attack save-rate in the nation,” says Lauren, “and a lot of people don’t realize GEMS is a 501c3. When you

are on an ambulance for GEMS, you are basically in an emergency room. There is a paramedic on every ambulance. GEMS is the local littleengine-that-could of nonprofits in Greenwich.” Lauren says she talks about “GEMS” so much that “a friend thought I had a lot of jewelry!”

Lauren is also on the board of The American Red Cross Metro New York North Chapter and has cochaired its Red and White Balls since 2022. She has also been a longtime supporter of Greenwich Country Day School and sits on the board of the Berkshire School in Massachusetts.

HOPES AND DREAMS

“I wish to live in Greenwich until my dying day and preserve what’s great about it,” says Lauren. “It’s a kind and caring community. It’s a happy place, and it’s beautiful. I’d like to see domestic violence not be the No. 1 crime in Greenwich; I would like to see it go away. I’ll continue to support the Harmony project at the YWCA. A woman was getting back on her feet, so I cleaned out my closet to bring her a new wardrobe. Her spirits lifted. It’s important to lift each other up. I look at the political season; I’m not a Republican, but I get along with our first selectman. We can all get along.”

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Lauren is one of the most committed board members, committee members and event chairs. For more than 20 years, she has dedicated her life to countless organizations and brought in amazing talent to join her along the way.”

— Stephanie Dunn Ashley, CEO American Red Cross MNYN

Catherine Erol

INSPIRATION

“I have always been surrounded by and inspired by young people who are active community members,” says Catherine Erol, a Greenwich Academy graduate and Fairfield resident. “Youth involvement enriches our town and connects us. Instead of doom scrolling on the internet, we can make a noticeable difference in the lives of those around us.”

With the support of a school that values service and with several grants that gave her the backing she needed, Catherine proved even a teenager can make a big impact on neighbors in need.

COURAGE INTO ACTION

In Catherine’s senior year at Greenwich Academy, she was awarded a $1,500 grant. “This grant was essential and kickstarted my nonprofit,” she says. She partnered with Operation Hope and spearheaded a program called Backpacks for Hope.

“I learned that many parents were unable to purchase essential school supplies for their children,” explains Catherine. “Since education is the only hope many low-income students have, we thought the name was fitting. I used a majority of the initial grant to organize around 40 backpacks equipped with school supplies depending on the child’s grade. I also placed slime toys in the backpacks as a little back-toschool gift.”

With a small portion of the grant remaining, Catherine turned to the Internet for ideas for another initiative and came up with the idea

for her nonprofit, The Revolving Soap. “The hospitality industry throws away millions of barely used soaps. At the same time, thousands of people die every year from diseases that could have been prevented if they had access to soap. Recycling hotel soap reduces the waste the hospitality industry produces and increases hygiene,” explains Catherine. “While the idea sounds revolting at first, recycling soap is safe and saves lives.” Catherine has partnered with local Marriott hotels and the Delamar Hotel.

When Fairfield County Community Foundation extended a $5,000 grant, Catherine expanded her nonprofit and created over 1,000 menstrual hygiene kits, consisting of over 9,000 pads, which she donated to Operation Hope.

HOPES AND DREAMS

“We hope to assemble more of these kits,” says the 19-yearold. “With the rest of the money, we will continue our mission to increase access to hygiene in sustainable ways. Right now, I am exploring other methods of soap generation that are centered around sustainability and reducing waste. Around the world, people are making soap from leftover pineapple skin and plastic. There is room for researching new methods of converting waste into soap, which is very exciting!” G

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Catherine spends her free time scouring the internet for grants, connecting with local leaders, organizing volunteer meetings and making a tangible impact on the Fairfield County community. Her personal experiences drive her to make an impact in her neighborhood. And her passion is clear the minute you meet her. She is the epitome of a community changemaker, and I wish for others to learn about the positive impact she has on our community.”

Ceyda Erol, Catherine’s sister

EXPRESSIONS OF LIFE ’ S

PERSONAL NARRATIVE

Monica Rich Kosann ’ s JEWELRY DESIGNS

AREN ’ T JUST BEAUTIFUL AND ELEVATING, THEY ’ RE

JOURNEYS

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Monica Rich Kosann at the design table in her Fairfield County studio

Sometimes you get to know a little bit about someone simply by the things she chooses to put on. “Jewelry is your armor for the day and a daily reminder where you’ve been and where you’re going,” believes Monica Rich Kosann, head of the global finejewelry brand bearing her name. The designer, who’s lived locally for years with her husband and raised two daughters in the area, quips that if you flipped through her charm bracelet, you’d know her life’s story. Her unique, timeless designs are worn by stay-at-home moms as well as A-list celebs, but one thing is constant: Whether they're wearing it to a movie premiere, to the office or while making a meal for the family, they all love the meaning behind the jewelry. As Kosann celebrates her own 20-year business anniversary, we connected about everything from what it’s like to work with her spouse to her exciting collaboration with tennis legend Chris Evert.

Q: You started your career as a photographer. Tell us about that stage in your life and who/what were your subjects?

A: I have been photographing families and doing portraits for as long as I can remember. This goes all the way back to when my daughters were little. It continued for a long time and, truthfully, I still do it! My inspiration was the photographers of the 1900s because they were the first people to chronicle everyday life and make it feel soulful. I wanted this in my work and loved documenting clients’ lives. My goal was to be an observer, yet capture their essence and tell part of their story. I began taking my clients’ photos and putting them into vintage items like lockets, powder compacts and cigarette cases, rendering them heirlooms within heirlooms. They loved that their personal stories were carried inside these textural, beautiful pieces. People kept requesting them and, not long after, I secured Bergdorf Goodman as my first big client.

Q: You are the queen of iconic lockets. How did these find a place in your inventory?

All the lockets being made at that time weren’t very interesting and skewed toward an older demographic. I thought, “Why aren’t people making lockets that are cool and speak to all generations?” And that was all it took for me to start designing my own. Lockets are the sexiest piece of jewelry a woman can wear because they tell her stories and hold her secrets. My lockets really spoke to people and became gateways to storytelling, and inspired women to commemorate their life journeys in a tangible way.

I also felt at this time that most jewelry out there wasn’t personal. Because I’d always loved the lockets, chunky medallions and charm bracelets that Liz Taylor and Jackie O wore, I started playing around designing my own charms, medallions, necklaces and bracelets. Yes, these pieces had to be pretty, but I also wanted them to say something about a woman and be meaningful. This philosophy holds strong today, and 99 percent of MRK jewelry is about making a woman feel courageous, strong and confident.

Q: Where was your first office, and what were the challenges of starting a jewelry business from scratch?

My first office was above my garage, and I wore many hats, as does any entrepreneur. Ignorance can be bliss and, like any business, it was a slow evolution. My husband and I felt there was a need for our designs, and as our client demand for more personalized jewelry emerged, we just kept moving forward. It’s been a journey, and it’s taught us so much along the way.

Q: You work closely with your husband, Rod. Is it fun to work with your spouse?

Our company is like a family, and being at work is like being in our family’s house. We have over 30 employees and most of them have been with us from the beginning. I can also recognize the things I’m good at, including creative and design, which is why I’m CCO. Whereas my husband is CEO, a perfect fit for him. We both stay in our lanes and since we eat, sleep and breathe this company, we are blessed to be in it together.

Q: Tell us about your design process.

If I see something beautiful, I might take inspiration from it, but I always start with the meaning and the design comes out of that. For example, at the Paris flea markets, I saw some beautiful deco pottery with sinewy, ethereal fish. I thought about how fish represent perseverance because they swim forward, often upstream and against obstacles—yet

“ LOCKETS ARE THE SEXIEST PIECE OF JEWELRY A WOMAN CAN WEAR BECAUSE THEY TELL HER STORIES AND HOLD HER SECRETS. ”

Kosann’s designs are inspired by things that have meaning. She has found inspiration in heirlooms like powder compacts and cigarette cases, and also jewelry worn by style icons like Liz Taylor and Jackie O.

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I ALSO LOVE DESIGNING COMPASSES BECAUSE

THE COMPASS ’ S PRIMARY JOB IS TO GUIDE YOU AND KEEP YOU ON COURSE. ”

they always keep going. Later, when we designed our perseverance collection, I referenced these fish, but the meaning was the precursor. I also love designing compasses because the compass’s primary job is to guide you and keep you on course. Even with our sundial medallion, the messaging is about being in the moment, but also that time is precious. I love that meaning and design can be equally important.

Q: Where do you find inspiration for your designs?

We are a happy brand, and our pieces make people happy. Part of this joy comes with helping women honor every stage of life, and we do it by creating timeless designs that appeal to all generations. I love making things that my daughters want to borrow, and while they may style them differently than I do, we all love to wear the same things. My family, books, old movies, poetry, flea markets, museums, architecture and art—all these things feed my creative energy. I’m a first-generation American and traveling was always a big part of my life growing up, so visiting other places continues to stimulate me.

Q: Personalizing MRK Jewelry is part of what sets you apart from other designers. Explain the different ways people can customize their own pieces.

I’m in the business of connecting people, and I get very personal with our customers. Our locket bar, for example, allows clients to fill their lockets in store or at home. When we help them in-store and start accessing someone’s camera roll, we get to know a lot about these people—I’m very inspired by them and love hearing their stories. One woman told me that our “Carpe Diem” necklace helped her through a medical ordeal with her son. Another shared that one of my lockets was a gift from her husband just after they started dating. People have stories they want to share and there’s a real synergy there because, as much as our business is about beautiful jewelry, it’s also about personal connection. Other ways to customize include our design-your-own chains, which allow a woman to keep adding and collecting charms as her life journeys evolve. It’s the same with our charm bracelets, and a jumble of necklaces can be full of special moments and inspirations in a woman’s life. Creating one-of-a-kind custom pieces is also something I love to do. It starts with the gemstone, then design sketches from there—but the final product ends up being about what my customer loves and wants to commemorate.

Q: So many companies talk about sustainability practices these days. Do you have any you’d like to share?

We’re very proud to be a Certified B Corporation and are one of the

few luxury jewelry companies to hold this title. To achieve this, we went through a rigorous process that ensured we met the highest standards of social and environmental impact in the areas of governance, workers, customers, environment and community. In everyday speak, everything we do is with intention and held to these standards: Where we source our gold and gemstones, the factories we use, recycling precious metals in the supply chain, our packaging, how we treat our employees and even what kind of paper towels we use in the office. We’ll keep renewing this certification every three years because it aligns with our company’s ethos of 360-degree quality and transparency that has defined MRK all along.

Q: What is your personal favorite piece of jewelry and why?

I could never pick just one! At the moment, it’s my “Finn” locket and charm bracelet—the latter I started over 15 years ago and is still evolving! The locket has Robert Frost’s poem “The Road Less Traveled” inside. It keeps me on course, and I love the idea that lockets don’t have to just contain photos. I wear two of our fish “Perseverance" rings on the same finger because I love this reference, and for the past year and a half, I’ve been wearing our “Points North” cuff. Inspired by the architects of the 1920s and '30s who tried to make things that were solid and strong inside with a beautiful, simple exterior, this cuff is born of the idea of lightness amongst strength. Alongside my gold cuff are two tennis bracelets, a “Carpe Diem” and “Strength” bracelet, and a celestial one with moon and stars.

Q: In this issue we celebrate philanthropy with our annual Light a Fire feature. Tell us about MONICA CARES.

We launched our MONICA CARES giving initiative in 2015. Since then, we’ve supported various charitable causes as diverse as Blessings in a Backpack, Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club, North Shore Animal League, Women in Need, Girls Who Code and Embrace Race. We also donate 50 percent of all proceeds in perpetuity from our Pink Sapphire Tennis Bracelet to the Prevent Cancer Foundation, a cause close to our friend Chris Evert. A few years ago, we introduced Volunteer Days, where our full-time employees can choose to either spend a paid workday volunteering within the community, or have MRK make a contribution equivalent to their daily salary to their named charity.

Q: Where can our readers find MRK locally?

Some retailers that carry our brand in Fairfield County include David Harvey Jewelers in Darien, Nagi Jewelers in Stamford, Manfredi Jewels in New Canaan, Mitchells in Westport and Richards in Greenwich.

Chris Evertstakesher c l a i m o n t h e tennis bracelet

THE PERFECT MATCH:

Kosann and Evert collaborated to create this line of tennis bracelets, which tells the story of how the iconic piece of jewlery came to be.

From the moment I spoke to Chris over Zoom, I believed we were going to work together,” remembers Kosann of her first chat with the tennis icon. The designer recalls Evert explaining how during a 1978 US Open match, her diamond line bracelet broke. “Chris said she stopped play to find her bracelet, and when I asked her the things she remembers most about that day, she referenced the green of the court, the white lines and how profusely she was sweating.” Out of this imagery was born the MRK/ CE tennis bracelet.

Evert always brought femininity to the court—in her outfits, her jewelry, a ribbon tied in her hair. For days after the tennis star’s bracelet broke, the press kept hounding her about what had happened, what the bracelet looked like, what stones were in it, and thus the phrase “tennis bracelet” was coined. “Chris is the

woman who created this iconic piece of jewelry, but she has never had any input in this multimillion dollar business,” explains Kosann.

After they brainstormed, Kosann and Evert decided each piece in the collection would contain one emerald to symbolize the green court, a diamond “drop” of perspiration and each bracelet would be dually signed. “This is a way to tell the tennis bracelet story, and I feel very proud to be doing this with Chris,” says Kosann. “Now she finally has the input she deserves.”

Kosann loves the storytelling aspect of this collaboration: that Evert inspired the OG tennis bracelet, that she’s such an empowering figure and that she’s overcome so much in her recent battle with cancer. “It’s been such a fun journey,” she says. “I loved the idea of designing this piece with her and finally allowing her some stylistic input.”

Monica Rich Kosann with tennis legend Chris Evert

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ALLEN L. WEINGARTEN

Stone Key Group LLC 411 W Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-930-3700 stonekey.com

BARBARA A. YOUNG Verrill Dana LLP 355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3123 verrill-law.com

COLIN B. CONNOR Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

MONTE E. FRANK Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2262 pullcom.com

AMANDA HEFFERNAN Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-255-9928 russorizio.com

ROBERT O. HICKEY Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5005 ryandelucalaw.com

MICHAEL J. JONES Ivey Barnum & O'Mara LLC 170 Mason St, Greenwich 203-661-6000 ibolaw.com

MICHAEL P. KAELIN Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4106 cl-law.com

JONATHAN M. LEVINE Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

BIANCA LOGIURATO Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2237 pullcom.com

KAELYN M. MOSTAFA Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4147 cohenandwolf.com

FRANK W. MURPHY

Tierney Zullo Flaherty & Murphy PC

134 East Avenue, Norwalk 203-853-7000 tierneyzullomurphy.com

PETER M. NOLIN

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2688 carmodylaw.com

JAMES J. NOONAN

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5045 ryandelucalaw.com

FREDERIC S. URY

Pullman & Comley LLC

253 Post Rd W, Westport 203-254-5000 pullcom.com

LITIGATIONCOMMERCIAL LITIGATION

DAVID A. BALL

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4134 cohenandwolf.com

BENJAMIN D. BIANCO

Meister Seelig & Fein 383 Main Ave, Norwalk 646-539-3791 meisterseelig.com

JAMES H. BICKS

Wiggin and Dana LLP 281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-363-7622 wiggin.com

JOHN W. CANNAVINO

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4447 cl-law.com

JOHN F. CARBERRY

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4280 cl-law.com

JONATHAN W. FAZZINO

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

DAVID P. FRIEDMAN

Murtha Cullina 107 Elm St, Stamford 203-653-5438 murthalaw.com

MARSHALL GOLDBERG

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

SCOTT M. HARRINGTON

Diserio Martin O'Connor & Castiglioni LLP 1010 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-569-1107 diseriomartin.com

ARI J. HOFFMAN

Cohen and Wolf PC

1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4194 cohenandwolf.com

GARY S. KLEIN

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2696 carmodylaw.com

MARC J. KURZMAN

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2680 carmodylaw.com

THOMAS S. LAMBERT

Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2147 pullcom.com

TIMOTHY J. NAST

Tisdale & Nast Law Offices LLC 10 Spruce St, Southport 203-254-8474 tisdale-law.com

ANDREW B. NEVAS

Verrill Dana LLP

355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3103 verrill-law.com

PHILIP C. PIRES

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4122 cohenandwolf.com

LINDSAY T. REED

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2657 carmodylaw.com

JAMES C. RILEY

Whitman Breed Abbott & Morgan LLC 500 W Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-862-2342 whitmanbreed.com

TIMOTHY G. RONAN Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-674-7933 pullcom.com

JAMES T. SHEARIN Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2240 pullcom.com

FRANK J. SILVESTRI JR.

Verrill Dana LLP

355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3108 verrill-law.com

THOMAS L. TISDALE

Tisdale & Nast Law Offices LLC 10 Spruce St, Southport 203-254-8474 tisdale-law.com

ANDREW M. ZEITLIN

Shipman & Goodwin LLP

300 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-324-8111 shipmangoodwin.com

CONSTRUCTION

THOMAS CASSONE

Meister Seelig & Fein 383 Main Ave, Norwalk 203-348-4245 meisterseelig.com

CORPORATE COUNSEL

HAROLD B. FINN III

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5029 fdh.com

J. VANCE HANCOCK Gregory and Adams PC 190 Old Ridgefield Rd, Wilton 203-571-6306 gregoryandadams.com

RANDALL C. MATHIESON Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2037 pullcom.com

WILLIAM A. PERRONE Wiggin and Dana LLP 281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-363-7604 wiggin.com

CORPORATE FINANCE MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS

WILLIAM M. CARELLO

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-364-2407 wrkk.com

MARTIN A. CLARKE

Holland & Knight LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-905-4541 hklaw.com

THOMAS J. FREED

Holland & Knight LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-905-4529 hklaw.com

MATTHEW D. GLENNON Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2231 pullcom.com

NANCY A. D. HANCOCK Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2118 pullcom.com

EDMUND M. REMONDINO Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

JOSHUA S. SMITH

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2083 pullcom.com

BRENDAN P. SNOWDEN

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4209 cl-law.com

KAREN P. WACKERMAN

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2278 pullcom.com

CRIMINAL DEFENSE

AUDREY A. FELSEN

Koffsky & Felsen LLC 1150 Bedford St, Stamford 203-327-1500 koffskyfelsen.com

ANDREW GOULD

Law Offices Of Philip Russell LLC 1 River Rd, Cos Cob 203-661-4200 greenwichlegal.com

CHRISTINE L. LANDIS

Law Offices of Mark Sherman LLC 29 5th St, Stamford 203-340-0583 markshermanlaw.com

EUGENE J. RICCIO

Law Offices of Eugene J. Riccio 2000 Post Rd, Fairfield 203-625-8180 eugenericciolaw.com

PHILIP RUSSELL

Law Offices of Philip Russell LLC 1 River Rd, Cos Cob 203-661-4200 greenwichlegal.com

MARK SHERMAN

The Law Offices of Mark Sherman LLC 29 5th St, Stamford 203-769-9701 markshermanlaw.com

BRIAN E. SPEARS

Spears Manning & Martini LLC 2425 Post Rd, Southport 203-292-9766 spearsmanning.com

ROBERT J. SULLIVAN JR. The Law Offices of Robert Sullivan 2220 Park Ave, Bridgeport 230-227-1404 sullivanfirm.net

LINDY R. URSO

Lindy R. Urso Attorney At Law 810 Bedford St, Stamford 203-325-4487 lindyursolaw.com

C. CHRISTIAN YOUNG Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211Cohen cohenandwolf.com

EDUCATION

NORA A. BELANGER

Law Office of Nora A. Belanger LLC 161 East Ave, Norwalk 203-722-0319 norabelangerlaw.com

SARAH E. GLEASON

Shipman & Goodwin LLP 300 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-324-8132 shipmangoodwin.com

KAREN A. JEFFERS Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2284 pullcom.com

PIPER PAUL

Piper Paul Law LLC 500 Post Rd East, Westport 203-280-1885 piperpaullaw.com

STEPHEN M. SEDOR Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2137 pullcom.com

ELDER LAW

ANN FOWLER-CRUZ Cohen and Wolf PC 158 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury 203-749-5570 cohenandwolf.com

JOEL D. MUHLBAUM Law Offices of Joel D. Muhlbaum LLC 1100 Summer St, Stamford 203-323-1818 ctnyelderlaw.com

JAMES M. RUBINO Law Offices of James M. Rubino 1100 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-4212 attorneyrubino.com

ELLEN R. SUTLIFFE HAIN Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4101 cohenandwolf.com

EMINENT DOMAIN

JASON A. BUCHSBAUM Cohen and Wolf PC 158 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury 203-792-2771 cohenandwolf.com

ENERGY OIL AND GAS

JAMES E. RICE Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7112 brodywilk.com

FAMILY LAW

BONNIE AMENDOLA Conlon Amendola PLLC 281 Pequot Ave, Southport 203-803-2943 conlonamendola.com

JACQUELINE F. BARBARA Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

LIVIA DEFILIPPIS BARNDOLLAR Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2205 pullcom.com

JANET A. BATTEY Ferro & Battey LLC 320 Post Rd, Darien 203-424-0482 ferrofamilylaw.com

JILL BICKS

Jill Bicks Family Law 500 Post Rd E, Westport 203-997-0251 bickslaw.com

JILL HEITLER BLOMBERG

Schoonmaker George Colin Blomberg Bryniczka & Welsh PC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-862-5000 sgbfamilylaw.com

ANNMARIE P. BRIONES

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

ERIC J. BRODER

Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC

55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

PETER M. BRYNICZKA

Schoonmaker George Colin Blomberg Bryniczka & Welsh PC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-862-5000 sgbfamilylaw.com

ANTHONY L. CENATIEMPO

GraberRoberts LLC

350 Bedford St, Stamford 203-590-1070 graberroberts.com

THOMAS D. COLIN

Siegel Colin & Kaufman PC 1266 E Main St, Stamford 203-326-5145 scklawct.com

JACQUELYN CONLON

Conlon McGlynn & McCann 281 Pequot Ave, Southport 203-803-2943 conlonamendola.com

KEVIN J. DAKEN

Siegel & Kaufman PC 1266 E Main St, Stamford 203-326-5145 scklawct.com

CHRISTOPHER J. DEMATTIE

Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

NICOLE M. DIGIOSE

Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

JAIME DURSHT

Siegel Colin & Kaufman PC 1266 E Main St, Stamford 203-326-5145 scklawct.com

WAYNE D. EFFRON

Wayne D. Effron PC 2 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich 203-622-1160 effronlaw.com

ANDREW M. ELIOT

The Family Law Firm

Healy Eliot + McCann 125 Elm St, New Canaan 203-652-8018 thefamlawfirm.com

SUE GEORGIADES

Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

HOWARD R. GRABER

GraberRoberts LLC 350 Bedford St, Stamford 203-590-1070 graberroberts.com

DAVID W. GRIFFIN

Rutkin Oldham & Griffin LLC

5 Imperial Ave, Westport 203-428-4476 rutkinoldham.com

LAUREN M. HEALY

The Family Law Firm

Healy Eliot + McCann 125 Elm St, New Canaan 203-652-8018 thefamlawfirm.com

ERIC M. HIGGINS

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-577-5829 wrkk.com

JOCELYN B. HURWITZ

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4223 cohenandwolf.com

ROSS M. KAUFMAN

Siegel Colin & Kaufman PC 1266 E Main St, Stamford 203-326-5145 scklawct.com

DYAN M. KOZACZKA

Siegel Colin & Kaufman PC 1266 E Main St, Stamford 203-326-5145 scklawct.com

AMY CALVO MCNAMARA

The Law Offices Of Amy Calvo McNamara LLC 3 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich 203-340-0550 acmfamilylaw.com

DARCY MCALISTER

Carta McAlister & Moore LLC 777 Post Rd, Darien 203-202-3120 cmm-law.com

LAUREN M. MCCANN

The Family Law Firm

Healy Eliot + McCann

125 Elm St, New Canaan 203-652-8018 thefamlawfirm.com

MICHAEL T. MEEHAN

MeehanLaw LLC

76 Lyon Terrace, Bridgeport 203-664-8059 meehanlaw.com

CLIFFORD A. MERIN

Cohen and Wolf PC

1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

SARAH E. MURRAY

Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC

55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

SARAH STARK OLDHAM

Rutkin Oldham & Griffin LLC

5 Imperial Ave, Westport 203-428-4476 rutkinoldham.com

CAROLE TOPOL ORLAND

Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

THOMAS P. PARRINO

Parrino|Shattuck PC 285 Riverside Ave, Westport 475-241-0991 parrinoshattuck.com

RACHEL A. PENCU

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

YAKOV PYETRANKER

Pyetranker PC 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-989-0031 pyetrankerpc.com

DAVID ROCHE

Papcsy Janosov Roche 53 East Ave, Norwalk 877-835-4983 myinjuryfirm.com

ARNOLD H. RUTKIN

Rutkin Oldham & Griffin LLC 5 Imperial Ave, Westport 203-428-4476 rutkinoldham.com

THOMAS M. SHANLEY

Thomas M. Shanley PC 32 Field Point Rd, Greenwich 203-542-9391 shanleylawfirm.com

MARK R. SOBOSLAI

The Law Offices of Mark R. Soboslai LLC 383 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-226-5759 marksoboslai.com

LOUISE T. TRUAX

Reich And Truax 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-254-9877 reichandtruax.com

PAUL T. TUSCH

Cacace Tusch & Santagata 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2000 lawcts.com

VICKI VOLPER

Vicki Volper JD LLM 500 Post Rd East, Westport 203-222-1202 vickivolper.com

AIDAN R. WELSH

Schoonmaker George Colin Blomberg Bryniczka & Welsh PC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-862-5000 sgbfamilylaw.com

MICHELLE M. ZULAWSKI

Reich & Truax 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-254-9877 reichandtruax.com

GOVERNMENT AND ADMINISTRATIVE

MICHAEL ANDREANA Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2235 pullcom.com

IRA W. BLOOM

Berchem Moses PC 1221 Post Rd E, Westport 203-227-9545 berchemmoses.com

DANIEL E. CASAGRANDE Cramer & Anderson 30 Main St, Danbury 203-744-1234 crameranderson.com

MARIO F. COPPOLA

Berchem Moses PC 1221 Post Rd E, Westport 203-227-9545 berchemmoses.com

JOHN WAYNE FOX

Curtis Brinckerhoff & Barrett PC 666 Summer St, Stamford 203-324-6777 curtisbb.com

JOHN F. STAFSTROM JR. Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2210 pullcom.com

STEVEN J. STAFSTROM JR. Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2266 pullcom.com

HEALTH CARE LAW

COLLIN P. BARON

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2219 pullcom.com

STEPHEN M. COWHERD

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2280 pullcom.com

PATRICIA D. WEITZMAN

Robinson & Cole LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-462-7545 rc.com

ANN H. ZUCKER

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2652 carmodylaw.com

ALEKSANDR Y. TROYB Benjamin Gold & Troyb PC 350 Bedford St, Stamford 203-425-8500 bgtlawfirm.com

JOHN W. CANNAVINO, JR. Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-549-6621 ryandelucalaw.com

JED FERDINAND

Ferdinand IP Law Group 1221 Post Rd E, Westport 203-557-4224 ferdinandip.com

PAUL D. GREELEY

Ohlandt Greeley Ruggiero & Perle LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-327-4500 ogpip.com

KATE BEECHER MOORE Meister Seelig & Fein 383 Main Ave, Norwalk 203-327-1402 meisterseelig.com

JESSICA RUTHERFORD Ferdinand IP Law Group 1221 Post Rd E, Westport 203-557-4224 ferdinandip.com

SUSAN M. SCHLESINGER Meister Seelig & Fein 383 Main Ave, Norwalk 646-539-3685 meisterseelig.com

EDWARD R. SCOFIELD Zeldes Needle & Cooper PC 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-332-5726 znclaw.com

GEZA C. ZIEGLER JR. Ziegler IP Law Group LLC 3135 Easton Tpke, Fairfield 203-659-0388 gziplaw.com

LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT

ROBERT G. BRODY Brody and Associates LLC 120 Post Rd W, Westport 203-454-0560 brodyandassociates.com

MARK R. CARTA Carta McAlister & Moore LLC 777 Post Rd, Darien 203-202-3131 cmm-law.com

LEWIS H. CHIMES Law Office of Lewis Chimes LLC 45 Franklin St, Stamford 203-324-7744 chimeslaw.com

GREGORY J. BATTERSBY The Battersby Law Group LLC 25 Poplar Plains Rd, Westport 203-454-9646 gbiplaw.com

ROBYN H. DRUCKER Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4133 cohenandwolf.com

DAVID M. COHEN Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-433-0519 wrkk.com

KEEGAN A. DRENOSKY Shipman & Goodwin LLP 300 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-324-8139 shipmangoodwin.com

DANIEL B. FITZGERALD

Brody Wilkinson PC

2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7154 brodywilk.com

STEVEN M. FREDERICK

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-439-6759 wrkk.com

ANDRES JIMENEZ-FRANCK

Ogletree Deakins Nash

Smoak & Stewart 281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-969-3119 ogletree.com

GEORGE J. KASPER

Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2119 pullcom.com

STUART M. KATZ

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4205 cohenandwolf.com

TIMOTHY S. KLIMPL

Klimpl Benefits Law 109 Benedict Hill Rd, New Canaan 475-253-2313 klimpllaw.com

SCOTT R. LUCAS

Lucas & Varga LLC 2425 Post Rd, Southport 203-227-8400 lucasvargalaw.com

KUROSH L. MARJANI

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

JONATHAN B. ORLEANS

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2129 pullcom.com

DANIEL L. SCHWARTZ

Day Pitney LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-977-7536 daypitney.com

DOUGLAS J. VARGA

Lucas & Varga LLC 2425 Post Rd, Southport 203-227-8400 lucasvargalaw.com

DANIEL M. YOUNG

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

ZACHARY T. ZEID

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2077 pullcom.com

LAND USE ENVIRONMENT

THOMAS W. BEECHER

Collins Hannafin PC 148 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury 203-744-2150 chgjtlaw.com

ADAM J. BLANK

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-318-6936 wrkk.com

LEONARD M. BRAMAN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-354-1282 wrkk.com

WILSON T. CARROLL

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4123 cohenandwolf.com

PAMELA K. ELKOW

Corporate Law Partners 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-470-3405 corporatelawpartners. com

LISA L. FEINBERG

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2677 carmodylaw.com

STEPHEN A. FINN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-439-6670 wrkk.com

WILLIAM J. FITZPATRICK III

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-255-9928 russorizio.com

PETER V. GELDERMAN

Berchem Moses PC 1221 Post Rd E, Westport 203-227-9545 berchemmoses.com

JOHN HEAGNEY

Heagney Lennon & Slane LLP 31 East Elm St, Greenwich 203-661-8400 hls248.com

THOMAS J. HEAGNEY

Heagney Lennon & Slane LLP 31 East Elm St, Greenwich 203-661-8400 hls248.com

WILLIAM J. HENNESSEY JR.

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-425-4200 carmodylaw.com

JACQUELINE O. KAUFMAN

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2665 carmodylaw.com

JASON A. KLEIN

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2669 carmodylaw.com

BRIAN L. MCCANN

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2127 pullcom.com

BARBARA S. MILLER

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7100 brodywilk.com

RAYMOND RIZIO

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-255-9928 russorizio.com

CHRISTOPHER RUSSO

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-255-9928 russorizio.com

PATRICIA C. SULLIVAN

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4124 cohenandwolf.com

AUSTIN K. WOLF

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE DEFENSE

REBECCA N. BRINDLEY

Stockman O’Connor Connors PLLC 10 Middle St, Bridgeport 203-220-6590 stockmanoconnor.com

JOHN F. COSTA

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5044 ryandelucalaw.com

DANIEL E. RYAN III

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5030 ryandelucalaw.com

RICHARD A. SILVER

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP

1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

ANGELO A. ZIOTAS

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

PERSONAL INJURY

BILL BLOSS

MARCO A. ALLOCCA

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

NICOLE B. COATES

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

PETER M. DREYER

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

JIM HORWITZ

Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder PC 350 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport 203-583-8634 koskoff.com

JOAQUIN L. MADRY

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

SARAH A. RICCIARDI

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder PC 350 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport 475-766-5116 koskoff.com

STEWART M. CASPER

Casper & de Toledo LLC 1458 Bedford St, Stamford 203-325-8600 casperdetoledo.com

WILLIAM M. DAVOREN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-437-4968 wrkk.com

KEVIN M. GRECO

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2666 carmodylaw.com

BRIAN KLUBERDANZ

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-693-1154 wrkk.com

DOUG MAHONEY

Robinson Mahoney PLLC 1210 Post Rd, Fairfield 203-692-2186 robinsonmahoney.com

NEAL L. MOSKOW

Moskow Law Group LLC 425 Kings Highway E, Fairfield 475-304-7085 moskowlaw.com

ALAN SCOTT PICKEL

The Pickel Law Firm LLC 1700 Bedford St, Stamford 203-348-4100 pickellaw.com

CINDY ROBINSON

Robinson Mahoney PLLC 1210 Post Rd, Fairfield 203-692-2186 robinsonmahoney.com

PAUL A. SLAGER

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

ERNEST TEITELL

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

JEREMY VISHNO

Vishno Law Firm 183 Sherman St, Fairfield 203-256-2373 vishnolawfirm.com

JOSEPH G. WALSH Cohen and Wolf PC 158 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury 203-792-2771 cohenandwolf.com

VANESSA R. WAMBOLT Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

NICHOLAS E. WOCL Wocl Leydon LLC 80 4th St, Stamford 203-884-0222 woclleydon.com

PRODUCT LIABILITY

JORAM HIRSCH

Hirsch Andrade LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-331-8888 hirsch-andradelaw.com

BRENDEN P. LEYDON

Wocl Leydon LLC 80 4th St, Stamford 203-884-0222 woclleydon.com

ERIC D. BERNHEIM FLB Law PLLC

315 Post Rd W, Westport 475-236-5203 flb.law

MICHAEL P. BYRNE Day Pitney LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-977-7349 daypitney.com

MICHAEL J. CACACE

Cacace Tusch & Santagata 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2000 lawcts.com

MICHAEL A. CECCORULLI

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 860-424-4394 pullcom.com

DAVID P. ATKINS

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2103 pullcom.com

STEPHEN J. CONOVER

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2668 carmodylaw.com

CHARLES A. DELUCA

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5000 ryandelucalaw.com

ROBERT C. E. LANEY

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5010 ryandelucalaw.com

MICHAEL T. RYAN

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5050 ryandelucalaw.com

MARCY TENCH STOVALL

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2104 pullcom.com

SUZANNE B. SUTTON

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

REAL ESTATE

SETH J. ARNOWITZ

Seth J. Arnowitz LLC 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-348-7722 ctattorney.com

STEVEN D. GRUSHKIN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP

600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

DONALD R. GUSTAFSON

Shipman & Goodwin LLP

300 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-324-8103 shipmangoodwin.com

PATRICK J. HANNA

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2667 carmodylaw.com

ABRAHAM M. HOFFMANN

Abraham M. Hoffmann

JOSEPH CESSARIO

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4259 cl-law.com

ADAM J. COHEN

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2230 pullcom.com

BRUCE F. COHEN

Fogarty Cohen Russo & Nemiroff LLC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-661-1000 fcsn.com

JOSHUA S. COLE

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2217 pullcom.com

SETH L. COOPER

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7123 brodywilk.com

STEVEN L. ELBAUM

Robinson and Cole 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-462-7526 rc.com

REGINA M. FLAHERTY Verrill Dana LLP 355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3109 verrill-law.com

JUSTIN L. GALLETTI Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7135 brodywilk.com

SUSAN L. GOLDMAN

Gregory and Adams PC 190 Old Ridgefield Rd, Wilton 203-571-6303 gregoryandadams.com

JONATHAN B. MILLS

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-351-4100 cl-law.com

GLEN J. MOORE

Carta McAlister & Moore LLC 777 Post Rd, Darien 203-202-3110 cmm-law.com

KENT S. NEVINS

Shipman & Goodwin LLP 300 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-324-8163 shipmangoodwin.com

ROBERT A. PACELLI JR.

Attorney At Law 4154 Madison Ave, Trumbull 203-373-1350 abrahamhoffmannlaw.com

JEFFREY R. HOULE

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2646 carmodylaw.com

JEREMY E. KAYE

Kaye & Associates LLC 71 Lewis St, Greenwich 203-625-5300 kayelawct.com

JOEL M. KAYE

Law Office Of Joel M. Kaye

165 W Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-622-4500 joelkaye.com

MARK A. KIRSCH

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4254 cohenandwolf.com

HOWARD D. KOMISAR

Berkowitz Trager And Trager LLC 8 Wright St, Westport 203-291-8203 btt-law.com

STANTON H. LESSER

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

KRISTEN A. MAZUR

Mark Sank & Associates LLC 666 Glenbrook Rd, Stamford 800-785-9702 marksank.com

VICTORIA L. MILLER

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

SCOTT T. WITTHUHN

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4276 cl-law.com

SECURITIES LAW

PETER J. BILFIELD

Day Pitney LLP 1 Stamford Plz, Stamford 203-977-7569 daypitney.com

MARK W. KLEIN

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7118 brodywilk.com

RICHARD SLAVIN

Zeldes Needle & Cooper PC 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-332-5735 znclaw.com

LEAH M. PARISI

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

JOSHUA PEDREIRA

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

MARY BETH K. RAPICE Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2133 pullcom.com

MICHAEL S. ROSTEN

Cohen and Wolf PC 320 Post Rd W, Westport 203-341-5330 cohenandwolf.com

STEVEN M. SIEGELAUB Berkowitz Trager and Trager LLC 8 Wright St, Westport 203-291-8223 btt-law.com

MICHAEL P. SWEENEY

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2690 carmodylaw.com

LAUREN WALTERS

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-341-5320 cohenandwolf.com

TOM S. WARD JR. Ivey Barnum & O’Mara LLC 170 Mason St, Greenwich 203-661-6000 ibolaw.com

KIMBERLY T. SMITH

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7148 brodywilk.com

RACHAEL E. SPINA

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-341-5308 cohenandwolf.com

LUKE T. TASHJIAN Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-341-5304 cohenandwolf.com

ROBERT L. TEICHER

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7129 brodywilk.com

Cohen and Wolf PC 320 Post Rd W, Westport 203-341-5310 cohenandwolf.com

TAX LAW

RICHARD J. DIMARCO

Cohen and Wolf PC 320 Post Rd W, Westport 203-341-5301 cohenandwolf.com

BRETT W. DIXON

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5016 fdh.com

LESLIE E. GRODD

FLB Law PLLC 315 Post Rd W, Westport 475-236-5212 flb.law

WILLIAM J. KAMBAS Withersworldwide 1700 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-974-0313 withersworldwide.com

DAVID M. LEHN Withersworldwide 1700 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-302-4077 withersworldwide.com

D. ROBERT MORRIS Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2109 pullcom.com

ERIN NORTON

Whitman Breed Abbott & Morgan LLC 500 W Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-862-2319 whitmanbreed.com

STUART B. RATNER

Stuart B. Ratner PC 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-323-4900 ratnerlawfirm.com

RUSSELL F. ANDERSON

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2271 pullcom.com

DAVID E. DOBIN

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4120 cohenandwolf.com

WILLS

JENNIFER A. BASCIANO

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7113 brodywilk.com

DOUGLAS R. BROWN

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7119 brodywilk.com

BETH ANN BRUNALLI

Davidson Dawson & Clark LLP 18 Locust Ave, New Canaan 203-972-3031 davidsondawson.com

ROB ROY BUCKINGHAM JR. Blair & Potts 281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-327-2333 blairandpotts.com

DAVID B. BUSSOLOTTA Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2223 pullcom.com

MICHAEL T. CLEAR Wiggin and Dana LLP 30 Milbank Ave, Greenwich 203-363-7675 wiggin.com

TATIANA F. DASILVA

Cohen and Wolf PC

1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

LAUREN C. DAVIES

Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2076 pullcom.com

B. CORT DELANY

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6554 cl-law.com

MARGARET A. DELUCA

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4298 cl-law.com

ROBERT A. DEVELLIS

Blair & Potts

281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-327-2333 blairandpotts.com

RICHARD J. DIVINEY

Sherwood & Garlick PC 65 Jesup Rd, Westport 203-227-9585 sherwoodgarlick.com

ELIZABETH A. FALKOFF

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4198 cl-law.com

DANIEL P. FITZGERALD

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6511 cl-law.com

JAMES D. FUNNELL JR.

Brody Wilkinson PC

2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7106 brodywilk.com

KATHERINE COTTER GENT

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6577 cl-law.com

JESSIE A. GILBERT

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6503 cl-law.com

GREGORY A. HAYES

Day Pitney LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-977-7365 daypitney.com

HELEN C. HEINTZ

Wiggin and Dana LLP 281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-363-7607 wiggin.com

JEVERA KAYE HENNESSEY

Whitman Breed Abbott & Morgan LLC

500 W Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-862-2327 whitmanbreed.com

DAVID R. HERMENZE

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7105 brodywilk.com

DANIEL G. JOHNSON

Cummings & Lockwood 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4317 cl-law.com

EVA V. KLIEGMAN

Whitman Breed Abbott & Morgan LLC

500 W Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-862-2309 whitmanbreed.com

LEONARD LEADER

Wiggin and Dana LLP 60 Church Lane, Westport 203-363-7602 wiggin.com

EDWARD MARCANTONIO

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7107 brodywilk.com

ALESSANDRA MESSINEO

LONG The Law Offices of Alessandra Messineo Long 117 E Putnam Ave, Riverside 203-249-3601 amlonglaw.com

PETER T. MOTT

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7136 brodywilk.com

JOHN R. MUSICARO JR.

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4343 cl-law.com

DOUGLAS H. OLIN

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6504 cl-law.com

JOSEPH M. PANKOWSKI JR. Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

PATRICK L. POESCHL

Nemchek & Poeschl LLC

60 Long Ridge Rd, Stamford 203-316-8277 x 304 n-plaw.com

EDWARD F. RODENBACH

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6551 cl-law.com

RICHARD A. SARNER

Richard A. Sarner Of Zeldes Needle & Cooper PC 201 Broad St, Stamford 203-332-5761 sarnerlaw.com

SHARON M. SCHWEITZER

Verrill Dana LLP 355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3118 verrill-law.com

JENNA A. SHANKMAN

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4171 cohenandwolf.com

JANE FORD SHAW

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

RACHEL B. G. SHERMAN

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4656 cl-law.com

ALYSSA V. SHERRIFF

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7157 brodywilk.com

GEORGE L. SMITH

Whitman Breed Abbott & Morgan LLC 500 W Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-862-2352 whitmanbreed.com

GRETA E. SOLOMON

Cohen and Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4114 cohenandwolf.com

JAMES B. STEWART Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-254-5008 pullcom.com

AMY E. TODISCO

Braunstein and Todisco PC 1 Eliot Pl, Fairfield 203-254-1118 btlawfirm.com

HOWARD S. TUTHILL III

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4308 cl-law.com

DARREN M. WALLACE Day Pitney LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-862-7874 daypitney.com

LAURA WEINTRAUB BECK

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6590 cl-law.com

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AMY K. WILFERT

Day Pitney LLP 24 Field Point Rd, Greenwich 203-862-7811 daypitney.com

WORKERS COMPENSATION

JOHNPATRICK O'BRIEN

Law Offices of Johnpatrick O’Brien PLLC 239 Golden Hill St, Bridgeport 203-793-4743 lawofficesofjohnpatrick obrien.com

TOP LAWYERS IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY

BENJAMIN H. POMERANTZ

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2645 carmodylaw.com

JEREMY C. VIRGIL

Zeldes Needle & Cooper PC 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-332-5775 znclaw.com

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Alessandra is currently the Principal of the Law Offices of Alessandra M. Messineo Long, LLC. Specializing in Wills, Estate Planning, Trust and Estates Administration, Business Law, and Non-Profit Organizations. She represents Families, Individuals, Corporations, Non-Profit Organizations, small businesses, entrepreneurs, and consultants. Licensed to practice law in Connecticut, New York, California, and The District of Columbia.

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GUIDANCE THAT MOVES LIVES FORWARD

Prenuptial Agreements

Prenuptial agreements are essential tools that safeguard "separate property" interest, protect inheritances, and define the terms for the division of future income, assets, and liabilities. These agreements provide clarity and security, helping individuals avoid potential disputes in the event of divorce.

Post-Nuptial Agreements

Well-crafted postnuptial agreements provide financial security and complement broader estate plans, wills, and multigenerational wealth strategies. These agreements protect both parties and create a window for couples to work through marital challenges.

Post-Judgment Modifications

Life can change unexpectedly. And when there is a "substantial change in circumstances," adjustments to alimony, child support, and custody arrangements may be necessary. Post-judgment modifications revise your separation agreement to reflect current realities and ensure fairness for all parties involved.

Needle | Cuda stands at the forefront of ultrahigh-net-worth divorce litigation in lower Fairfield County, Connecticut. Serving clients from Greenwich to Westport, our attorneys offer skilled and forceful representation in complex divorce cases. ese matters often involve nuanced division of property/assets (including family and closely held businesses), complex income division, and contested child custody matters.

Needle | Cuda employs strategic dispute resolution methods, such as mediation, binding arbitration, and negotiation that safeguard your privacy and reputation. Known for discretion and excellence, Needle | Cuda is one of Connecticut’s most trusted advocates in family law.

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JUNIOR LEAGUE OF GREENWICH

SAVE THE DATE

NOVEMBER 22 - 24

Cocktail Party | Santa Photos | Holiday Boutique | Tree Auction | Children’s Giving Shop BRUCE MUSEUM

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NOVEMBER 2024

By

Flinn Gallery

We always look forward to the unique exhibits at The Flinn Gallery. On Thursday, November 14, the gallery will present Extra Extra, a three-person exhibition with bold and vibrant abstract work by Palma Blank, Stephen Maine and Doreen McCarthy. An opening night reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., and the exhibit will be on display through January 8, 2025. The show is curated by Flinn Gallery committee member Kirsten Pitts. The Flinn Gallery is a nonprofit organization sponsored by Friends of the Greenwich Library. The Gallery welcomes visitors Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday until 8 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. It is located on the second floor of the Greenwich Library, 101 West Putnam Avenue. flinngallery.com.

ART & ANTIQUES

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

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

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, captivating programs, spectacular gardens and grounds, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. caramoor.org

CAVALIER GALLERIES, 405 Greenwich Ave., 869-3664. cavaliergalleries .com

CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY PRINTMAKING, 299 West Ave., Norwalk, 899-7999. contemprints.org

CLARENDON FINE ART, 22 Main St., Westport, 2930976. clarendonfineart.com

CLAY ART CENTER, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, NY, 914-937-2047. clayartcenter.org

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

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

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

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

GREENWICH ART SOCIETY, 299 Greenwich Ave. 2nd fl., 629-1533. This studio school offers a visual arts education program for kids and adults. greenwichartsociety.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. lockwoodmathews mansion.com

LOFT ARTISTS ASSOCIATION, 575 Pacific St., Stamford, 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

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

Stephen Maine, titled P24-0221, 2024

Our 17th annual Light a Fire event honors individuals and organizations from across lower Fairfield County who have accomplished incredible feats to support our community, families, schools and at-risk individuals. This year’s honorees were nominated by the community and the final award winners were selected based on their incredible work.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2024

Photos by Kyle Norton

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

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

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

SANDRA MORGAN INTERIORS & ART PRIVÉ, 135 East Putnam Ave., 2nd floor, Greenwich, 629-8121. sandramorganinteriors.com

SORELLE GALLERY, Bedford Square, 19 Church Ln., Westport, 920-1900. sorellegallery.com

SOROKIN GALLERY, 96 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich, 856-9048. sorokingallery.com

STAMFORD ART ASSOCIATION, 39 Franklin St., Stamford, 325-1139. stamfordartassociation.org

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org

TAYLOR GRAHAM GALLERY, 80 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, 489-3163. taylorandgraham.com

UCONN STAMFORD ART GALLERY, One University Pl., Stamford, 251-8400. artgallery.stamford.uconn.edu

WESTPORT ARTS CENTER, 19 Newtown Tpke., Westport, 226-7070. mocawestport.org

YALE CENTER FOR BRITISH ART, 1080 Chapel St., New Haven, 432-2800. britishart.yale.edu

YALE UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY, 1111 Chapel St., New Haven, 432-0611. artgallery.yale.edu

YANKELL LEGACY GALLERY, 61 Studio Court., Stamford, 610-213-2749. yankelllegacygallery.com

Reindeer Festival

It’s that time of the year again! e 16th annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop presented by Jenny Allen with Compass, opens on Friday, November 29 and runs through Tuesday, December 24 at Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses. Santa and his three live reindeer return to Greenwich for the much-anticipated festival. All photos with Santa help to bene t Kids In Crisis. For more information visit greenwichreindeerfestival.com. »

Heather Gaudio Fine Art

This month, Heather Gaudio Fine Art celebrates the opening of The Space We Exist In, a groundbreaking group exhibition curated by the renowned Ghanaian-American curator Larry Ossei-Mensah. The show features an ensemble of artists working in various mediums—from painting, textiles, works on paper to sculpture—and runs from Saturday, November 16 to Saturday, January 18, 2025.

CONCERTS, FILM & THEATER

AVON THEATRE FILM CENTER, 272 Bedford St., Stamford, 661-0321. avontheatre.org

CURTAIN CALL, The Sterling Farms Theatre Complex, 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford, 329-8207. curtaincallinc.com

DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE, 263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport, 576-1636. dtcab.com

HARTFORD HEALTHCARE AMPITHEATER, 500 Broad St., Bridgeport, 345-2300, hartfordhealthcareamp.com

LECTURES, TOURS & WORKSHOPS

ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-0198. aldrichart.org

AUDUBON GREENWICH, 613 Riversville Rd., 869-5272. greenwich.audubon.org

AUX DÉLICES, 231 Acosta St., Stamford, 326-4540, ext. 108. auxdelicesfoods.com

BOWMAN OBSERVATORY PUBLIC NIGHT, NE of Milbank/East Elm St. rotary on the grounds of Julian Curtiss School, 869-6786, ext. 338

BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org

CLAY ART CENTER, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, NY, 914-937-2047. clayartcenter.org

CONNECTICUT CERAMICS STUDY CIRCLE, Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr. ctcsc.org

FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER, 370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, 259-1598. fairfieldhistory.org

FAIRFIELD THEATRE COMPANY, On StageOne, 70 Sanford St., Fairfield, 259-1036. fairfieldtheatre.org

GOODSPEED OPERA HOUSE, 6 Main St., East Haddam, 860-873-8668. goodspeed.org »

The Lighted Path, Break Free the Door That Illuminates US by Patrick Alston

& ASA

Selected in 2022 as one of Dance Magazine’s “25 to Watch,” Baye & Asa is a company creating movement art projects including 4|2|3 which examines the intergenerational cooperation necessary to acknowledge the existential crisis of climate change.

November 13 • 7:30 p.m.

The Howard and Katherine Aibel Memorial Concert Owls

November 3 • 3 p.m.

Mark Ludwig

The 27th Annual Jacoby-Lunin Humanitarian Lecture 203.254.4010 •

November 14 • 7:30 p.m.

6TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF

Holiday

AT GREENWICH COUNTRY CLUB

Welcome back to Greenwich Historical Society’s annual Holiday Boutique at Greenwich Country Club. An elevated one-stop shopping experience featuring a highly curated array of clothing, accessories and gifts for you and everyone on your list!

OPENING NIGHT

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 5:30PM–8:00PM

BOUTIQUE

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5, 9:30AM–4:30PM

COMMITTEE CO-CHAIRS

LIZ ANDERSON | CONN IE ANN HARRIS PATRICK MELE | MIMI MOULTON SHIRIN VONWOLFFEN

19 DOUBLING ROAD, GREENWICH CT

Tabletop Trees

WEDNESDAY DEC 4 –SATURDAY, DEC 7

Bid on beautiful trees featuring the creative talents of local retailers, organizations and designers who help make our homes festive during the holiday season. Proceeds support the Greenwich Historical Society.

Holiday Festival

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7 4:00-7:00 PM

Enjoy crafts, ice carving, a special visit from Santa and Bush-Holley House candlelight tours. Sweet treats, refreshments and holiday cheer on tap!

STRICKLAND ROAD, COS COB, CT

GREENWICH BOTANICAL CENTER, 130 Bible St., 869-9242. greenwichbotanicalcenter.org

GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7900. greenwichlibrary.org

JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER, 364 Manville Rd., Pleasantville, NY, 914-773-7663. burnsfilmcenter.org

KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, 26 Bedford Rd., Chappaqua, NY, 914-232-9555. katonahmuseum.org

LONG WHARF THEATRE, 222 Sargent Dr., New Haven, 787-4282. longwharf.com

RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, 438-9269. ridgefieldplayhouse.org

RIDGEFIELD THEATER BARN, 37 Halpin Ln., Ridgefield, 431-9850. ridgefieldtheaterbarn.org

SHUBERT THEATER, 247 College St., New Haven, 800-228-6622. shubert.com

STAMFORD CENTER FOR THE ARTS, Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford, 325-4466. stamfordcenterforthearts.org

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org

WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE, 25 Powers Ct., Westport, 227-4177. westportplayhouse.org

Junior League of Greenwich

Step into a world of holiday magic at the Enchanted Forest, presented by the Junior League of Greenwich, from Friday, November 22 through Sunday, November 24, at the Bruce Museum. Capture cherished memories with Santa, indulge in holiday shopping, and let your little ones revel in enchanting children’s activities. Friday kicks off with a cocktail reception, gingerbread house decorating station and a silent auction of exquisitely decorated trees. Visit jlgreenwich.org for more information and to purchase tickets. »

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KIDS’ STUFF NOVEMBER 2024

ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-4519. aldrichart.org

AUDUBON GREENWICH, 613 Riversville Rd., 869-5272. greenwich.audubon.org

AUX DÉLICES, (cooking classes), 23 Acosta St., Stamford, 326-4540 ext. 108. auxdelicesfoods.com

BEARDSLEY ZOO, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport, 394-6565. beardsleyzoo.org

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREENWICH, 4 Horseneck Ln., 869-3224. bgcg.org

BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org

DISCOVERY MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport, 372-3521. discoverymuseum.org

DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE, 263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport, 576-1636. dtcab.com

TOP DOCTORS

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EARTHPLACE, 10 Woodside Ln., Westport, 227-7253. earthplace.org

GREENWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 39 Strickland St., 869-6899. greenwichhistory.org

GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7900. greenwichlibrary.org

IMAX THEATER AT MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org

KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, Rte. 22 at Jay St., Katonah, NY, 914-232-9555. katonahmuseum.org

MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org

NEW CANAAN NATURE CENTER, 144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, 966-9577. newcanaannature.org

RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE, 80 East Ridge Rd., Ridgefield, 438-5795. ridgefieldplayhouse.org

STAMFORD CENTER FOR THE ARTS, Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford, 325-4466. palacestamford.org

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org

STEPPING STONES MUSEUM FOR CHILDREN, 303 West Ave., Mathews Park, Norwalk, 899-0606. steppingstonesmuseum.org

WESTPORT ARTS CENTER, 51 Riverside Ave., Westport, 222-7070. westportartscenter.org

WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE, 25 Powers Ct., Westport, 227-4177. westportplayhouse.org G

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Back at the Playhouse by popular demand. TWO BELOVED CLASSIC TALES. ONE THRILLING MYSTERY.

Don’t miss this heartwarming holiday production for all ages—and a theatrical experience you’ll never forget!

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JAN 23 - 26, 2025

FEB 18 - MAR 8, 2025 MAR 25 - APR 12, 2025 DEC 17 - 22, 2024

A concert of show-stopping favorites! Come for a night of Broadway’s most memorable songs.

by Karen Zacarías

An outrageous comedy about culture clash and bad behavior.

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by Paul Slade Smith adapted from Ferenc Molnár’s “Play at the Castle.”

Production Supporter: Cherie Quain

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THE COAST IS CLEAR

The sunbathers, beach blankets and sand buckets may be gone, but that just means we’ve entered bundle-up-and-take-a-stroll season. The crisp air and gorgeous views make Tod’s Point the perfect cold-weather playground. But our feathered friends probably feel differently. We can’t help but wonder if this little guy is taking one last look before heading south for the winter. G

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