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Standing Up & Standing Out BY JAMIE MARSHALL

Here's our annual roundup of teens whose talents and dedication have set them on the road to greatness. Meet them today, because you’re sure going to hear about them tomorrow.

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Haute Help BY MEGAN GAGNON

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26 | EDITOR’S LETTER 30 | FROM THE FOUNDERS Of Kids and Classic Comments

37 | STATUS REPORT BUZZ: Eric Buterbaugh; The Mitchell family celebrates sixty years in fashion; Education news SHOP: Shop the latest runway looks locally HOME: A new service that could be a home seller’s best friend GO: Packing tips from the pros; Jeep Wrangler DO: The Flinn Gallery: Ninety years of art in the community; Cholesterol control EAT: Sweet Pea’s— new reasons to love the Old Greenwich fave; Sours—the new “it” beer?

76 | FINANCE FIX On the Cover: 2018 Teens to Watch PHOTOGRAPH BY KATIE FARRO AT CLASSIC KIDS PHOTOGRAPHY

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80 | G-MOM A parent’s guide to college Greek life

83 | PEOPLE & PLACES Bruce Museum Jewels of the Jungle; River House Adult Day Center Garden Party; YWCA Live, Laugh, Love; Greenwich Emergency Medical Service; Greenwich Tree Conservancy; CT Against Gun Violence; End Allergies Together

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159 | C ALENDAR 175 | INDEX OF ADVERTISERS 176 | POSTSCRIPT Quiet reflection Correction: Marietta C, featured in “Talking Shop” (August 2018), has been in Greenwich since 2007.

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THE HEALING ROLE OF ART IN HELPING YOUNG PATIENTS

Left: Spot At the entrance of Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital is a three-story sculpture of Spot, a Dalmatian balancing a real taxi, created by artist Donald Lipski. Right: Art Therapy in Action Our child life specialists help children relax through art and fun activities.

A taxi-toting Dalmatian. Lady Liberty from LEGO® bricks. Murals portraying New York City’s most iconic landmarks. These are just a few of the ways that Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone is using art and whimsical design to bring the wonderment of New York City to children at its newest inpatient facility to help positively impact their patient experience and even improve health outcomes. Growing research supports art’s power to heal by reducing stress and boosting mood—making the engaging visuals of New York City an ideal backdrop. To bring the idea to life throughout the hospital’s 160,000 square feet, Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital Family and Youth Advisory Councils—current and former families and patients— helped guide the careful selection of commissioned pieces. The artworks are part of NYU Langone’s larger art program. “Across all of our facilities, we are taking advantage of art’s power to engage and enhance our environments,” said Vicki Match Suna, AIA, senior vice president and vice dean for Real Estate Development and Facilities and head of NYU Langone’s Art Program and Collection. “Studies have affirmed the positive psychological and physiological effects that art can contribute to an environment that promotes health and wellness.” Integrated throughout Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital are sculptures, murals, and other works celebrating the many facets of New York City life, bringing the magic of the city to the hospital’s young patients, beginning

with their arrival outside the hospital’s entrance. There, families are greeted by the three-story sculpture of Spot the Dalmatian, created by artist Donald Lipski, complete with a full-size taxi balanced on her nose. “Spot is playful, but also determined and dignified,” adds Dr. Catherine S. Manno, chair of Pediatrics, Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital. “She knows that being in a children’s hospital can be tough, but she’s there to cheer on all of the patients.” When it comes to art’s greater purpose, there’s more than immediately meets the eye; it also plays a key role in medical treatment itself at the hospital. For 13-yearold Pamela Sumba from Brooklyn, the introduction of art therapy by child life specialist and art therapist Janis Atty Meadow, MA, CCLS, ATR-BC, LCAT, has lightened the medical and emotional burden of her severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia, a chronic congenital lung condition. The drawing, canvas painting, and journal writing incorporated into Pamela’s treatment have led to signs of improvement: healthy growth and better control of symptoms associated with her lung disease. And it’s given her a new, less fearful outlook on her condition and treatment. “Pamela’s story is a perfect example of the powerful ways in which art can help children effectively cope with the trauma of medical treatment and the uncertainties of illness,” said Atty Meadow. “That is why we’ve quite literally built it into patient care at Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital.”

GROWING RESEARCH SUPPORTS ART’S POWER TO HEAL BY REDUCING STRESS AND BOOSTING MOOD.

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meeting the extraordinary people who call Greenwich home. They are impassioned philanthropists, industry disrupters, media moguls, driven entrepreneurs. And it’s always an honor to be entrusted to tell their stories. Every September, however, we get to meet these people in the infancy of greatness—before their names make the headlines. For ten years we’ve put the spotlight on high school students who go above and beyond in varying areas—be it technology, sports, philanthropy, arts and so much more. And over those years, we have also caught up with past Teens to Watch who have lived up to the title in the most fascinating of ways. In fact, two have made our cover a second time—Zach Simms for his innovative online coding academy and Eliza McNitt, who graced last month’s cover for her groundbreaking work in the world of virtual reality film. As varied as these kids’ talents have proven to be, one thing has remained consistent. All of our teens have been blessed with multiple gifts. They are

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as smart in the classroom as they are talented on the fields and stage as they are empathetic with those near and far. Each one is a force to be reckoned with. In “Standing Up & Standing Out,” page 106, writer Jamie Marshall introduces us to this year’s class. We know you’ll be impressed. We certainly were. What truly stood out was their perspective on living the best life. When we asked what they would tell their freshmen selves, the overarching theme was to slow down, don’t stress and enjoy the ride. In the words of Brunswick teen Sean Amill: “Enjoy every moment. Now, as a senior looking back, I realize there are moments when the days are long but the weeks and years are short.” We couldn’t agree with you more, Sean. In fact, we’re confident that in the blink of an eye, today’s teens will be tomorrow’s trailblazers. Stay tuned. The future’s looking pretty bright.

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Of Kids and Classic Comments observations that come out of the mouths of babes. And once a year, usually in September when we highlight town teens, we like to share some with you. Babes, of course, grow into teenagers, and we hope they’ll be as successful as the amazing young people featured in our cover story. Here are some samples of wee wit, worries and wisdom.

“God came down from heaven and He saw my room and He said, ‘Hey, nice room.’ ” —HUNTER

ON HOSPITALITY Our writer Jane Kendall recalls her first Christmas pageant during her year in Edie Bickell’s Nursery School at the North Greenwich Congregational Church. Little Janie had a screaming tantrum because Jesus didn’t have a grandmother. Rusty Hipkins bit the Baby Jesus doll on the butt mid-pageant. And Carl Walters, who played the part of the innkeeper, said to Mary and Joseph: “I’m sorry. There’s no room in the inn, but would you like to come in for a drink?”

ON TRANSPORTATION I remember the afternoon I stopped by Waveny with No. 1 grandson Misha

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Moffly, age four, to check out the sun angle on the back terrace for a staff photo shoot. Misha was half asleep in his car seat in back, so I asked him if he’d like to stay in the car for a few minutes or come with me while I took a quick look. “I better come with you, D-D,” he replied. “A policeman might think I drove the car here all by myself.” As our children get a bit older, they do tend to have different perspectives—like tween-aged Andrew Mossman. His mother Sheila drove a tan Lexus RX, a model that had taken Greenwich by storm at that time; and as they were driving down The Avenue one day, he commented: “If I ever rob a bank in Greenwich, I’m going to use your car as my getaway car. The police will never know which car is mine.”

ON LEARNING Another tween, one of Kim-Marie Evans’s three sons, texted her from school with this question: “Am I Caucasian?” “Yes,” she replied. Then he wanted to know: “Where did I get that from? Like what side of the family?” To which his mother answered: “All sides.” Of course Kim-Marie couldn’t

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ON PHYSIOLOGY At age four or five, Madison Eggers asked her mother Bobbi: “Mom, do we hold our breath when we talk?” And, “When you close your eyes, are you looking at your brain?” She also observed that when her hand falls asleep “it gets sprinkles on it.” Wonder if she’ll grow up to be a doctor. About the same age, her brother Chad was sitting on their father’s lap, touched the hair on his leg, looked thoughtful and said: “I hope when I grow up I don’t have fur.” Another time, upon finding a packet of birth control pills in the bathroom, he asked his mom: “What are these?” “Those

are pills you take if you don’t want a baby,” she replied.” “Oh,” he said, “but you want me, don’t you?”

ON GODLINESS Here are a few dandies from Sunday School children complied by Bobbi Eggers in a little book called Christ Church Greenwich Children Talk to God. From Spencer: “When I climb trees, my grandfather can see me because he is up in heaven with God.” From Hunter: “God has invisible tools: monkey wrenches, screwdrivers, a hammer and an oil can. He fixes wings. He puts them on people.” And, “God came down from heaven and He saw my room and He said, “Hey, nice room.” And from Brian in a letter to God: “Dear God, How do you think our choir is doing?” When we asked our resident comedian

Jane Condon if she had any memorable kid comments for this column, surprisingly she came up short on quotes. But she did recall that as a child she used to talk so much that her family paid her to be quiet. They’d give her a dime to be quiet on the hour and twenty minute drive to the Cape from their house near Boston and a quarter if she could make it round trip. “I never could,” she admitted, adding, “And now people pay me to talk!” But you, dear readers with small fry, shouldn’t let these priceless moments slip away. Take a minute to jot down those cute quotes on the spot—a little piece of paper tossed in a drawer would suffice— to paste in a family scrapbook later. Then, too, we’d be especially happy if you’d share them with us at editor@greenwichmag .com. They’re guaranteed to cheer us up on even the dreariest of days. G

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ric Buterbaugh’s foray into flowers started by accident. After he created arrangements for a friend’s event, guests called asking to know the florist’s name. With his floral skills in demand, Buterbaugh saw an exit strategy from the fashion business he’d been trying to escape and a chance to pursue something creative and fun. As he says, “The flowers found me.” Business bloomed and EB Florals became the flowers in fashion houses like Dior and Tom Ford, as well as inside the homes of Hollywood’s A-List clientele. And from there, Buterbaugh was able to capitalize on his success with the launch of a venture that was not so accidental. Fragrances had always been his thing, and his own line of scents had always been his dream. We caught up with Buterbaugh at the renovated beauty floor at Saks Fifth Avenue—a gorgeous backdrop for a fabulous display of bottles and candles—to talk about how he made that dream a reality. »

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I’ve wanted a fragrance line all my life, since I was a little kid in Oklahoma. I didn’t want any Hot Wheels, I wanted perfume. I had this counter that I filled with perfume, and I thought if it was French, it was fancy. There’s nothing that I didn’t try—men’s or women’s.

It took me a while to figure out how to do this. I went around, talked to people. Glenda Bailey from Harper’s Bazaar was mentoring me and she introduced me to the right people. It was the same as when I worked with the flowers. It was

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submissions, and then they’ll play with them. It’s a fun process. We also get feedback from customers about which scents they’re looking for. FAVORITE OF THE MOMENT?

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When it started feeling successful and real is when I’d be in another city and someone would stop me on the street and say, “Oh my god. I wear your perfume. I’ve always worn perfume, but I’ve never been stopped on the street every day with people asking me what I’m wearing.”

We launched with eight, and we sent the noses the flowers that I loved to smell and work with. We work with Firmenich and they have more master noses than anywhere else. When we decide we want to do, say, a jasmine, Firmenich goes to all the master noses and each submits [a fragrance sample]. So it’ll be like thirty or forty

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Lavender. That’s what I wear on a daily basis.

I love luxury and I wanted it to be crystal. We found this company that had done some liquor decanters, so I found a decanter shape that I loved and they modeled it after that. I have women who buy every one of them because they want them lined up on display, especially with the different colors.

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ow many times have you walked into a store or a restaurant and nobody greets you? Nobody says thank you and nobody cares about Jack Mitchell you?” Jack Mitchell asks. “This is what the book is all about. How we care, and really hustle.” Selling the Hug Your Customers Way, released this past June, is the latest book from the chairman of the Mitchells family of stores. He’s a fixture at Mitchells in Westport, where you can catch him with his tailor’s measuring tape around his neck as he helps customers when he’s not giving motivational speeches around the country. Easy to laugh, Jack speaks often about caring and warmth. It’s no shocker that sales with a generous helping of soul is the topic of his third how-to tome. Where his previous best-selling books, Hug Your Customers and Hug Your People, focused on building relationships with customers and employees, respectively, his latest release homes in on his signature process of getting to know customers to boost sales. He breaks his technique down into five stages: making the connection, decoding the mission, show and share, allowing the buy and the kiss goodbye— with a sixth bonus stage for good measure, since he’s all about going the extra mile. 40

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Sure, Jack is, first and foremost, a salesman since joining the family business in 1969, eleven years after his father, Ed, and mother, Norma, founded the first Ed Mitchells store in Westport. But what you don’t hear salespeople talk a lot about— perhaps because they’re too busy trying to strong-arm you into buying something—is creating a culture of caring. That’s the magic of the “hug” as Jack Mitchell puts it, which is any act that helps a customer realize that the salesperson actually cares about their needs and doesn’t just see them as a walking dollar sign. Even acts as small as helping customers bring bags to their cars or opening the store early so a customer can pick up his new suit before work creates an environment of trust and warmth. Which is not to say that Mitchell is solely in the business of handing out free hugs. Caring is good business, leading to repeat customers and long-lasting relationships— something he credits as essential to the brand’s success over the past sixty years. As for why more of Mitchells’ hugging culture is needed right now, all you have to do is switch on the news. “Beyond selling, the warmth and the joy and the value of getting to know people in a personalized way and doing special things for them is really what I think a lot of the country needs,” Jack says. “The world needs more huggers than they do haters.” He understands the power of doing good. —Nathan Tavares

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MAKE A CONNECTION

“Learn how to make a great first connection that engages customers immediately and keeps them coming back.” 2

DECODE THE MISSION Determine what customers want and how to fulfill their needs. “Reading nonverbal signs,” says Jack, “is more important than merely asking, 'Can I help you?’ ” 3

SHOW AND SHARE

Instead of a hard sales pitch, engage the customer in a genuine conversation. It forms a personal connection. 4

ALLOW THE BUY

Establish trust and customers feel they’re making the decisions. 5

THE KISS GOODBYE

Make sure the customer leaves feeling valued and special. Follow up to create a customer for life. Just in! Turn the page to see what's in store this fall.

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Mitchells is celebrating its sixtieth anniversary this fall. Over the years, the family business has consistently delivered the latest styles from the biggest names in fashion. While much has

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MICHAEL KORS FOR PATTERN PLAY “We love the way Michael Kors mixed prints and patterns this season. This look truly personifies personal styling at its best.”

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“The Ermenegildo Zegna Collection mixes the finest fabrics and expert tailoring with unexpected elements, like sporty details and relaxed silhouettes. We encourage our customers to mix and match casual pieces with more traditional ones for a look that feels fresh and modern.”

BRUNELLO CUCINELLI FOR DETAILS “The master of casual elegance entices with luxurious layering and texture—and shine. Cashmere with paillettes paired with liquid silk knife pleats in the richest petrol blue is the best way to arrive at any party. The sweater leaves just enough to the imagination, with a surprise in the back.”

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“Feminine tailoring with fabrics borrowed from the boys are always an important message for us. This fall we are looking forward to being all buttoned up in double-breasted blazers. Nili’s version is one of our favorites! We are thrilled to welcome Nili Lotan to Mitchells.”

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AKRIS FOR A STATEMENTMAKING LOOK “Straight from the runway, this graphic blackand-white striped coat from Akris manages to make a bold statement while still being super chic.”

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“Valentino’s signature rockstud bags show no signs of slowing down. This season, the cross-body shape is reinterpreted with quirky embroidery.”

JIMMY CHOO FOR FOOTWEAR FANATICS “It’s all in the details for accessories this fall. Intricate lacing up the sides adds an edge to classic black booties from Jimmy Choo.”

Join the fun as Mitchells celebrates its sixtieth anniversary and its store renovation. The community party, open to the public, takes place on Saturday, September 22, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Dress to impress and head to 670 Post Rd. E., Westport, 203-227-5165; find more details online at shop.mitchellstores.com.

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CUTTING-EDGE EDUCATION

hen Greenwich Country Day School acquired The Stanwich School last fall, it did so with plans to create a new coed independent high school. The ninety-two-yearold day school has long been weighing options for a senior high, and now that new school will open in the fall of 2019. “Throughout the history of Country Day, the parent body has pushed for the continuation of the experience that the kids are having,” says Adam Rohdie, GCDS’s headmaster, who says that “the stars came into alignment with Stanwich—a pre-K through twelfth grade accredited school on a great piece of property.” Construction began recently on the facilities for the new high school, which is expected to accommodate 420 to 450 students in the future. The renovation and rebuilding at the Stanwich property calls for a distinctive floor plan that’s very different from the traditional corridor with classrooms on either side design; instead there are more spaces for teachers to connect and places for students to work in groups on project-based learning, such as maker’s spaces and science research labs. The curriculum will be equally innovative, reflecting the last ten years of research about how students learn.

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“What excites me more than anything about this process is that we have the opportunity to whiteboard a program, to take all of the most current educational thinking and turn it into a curriculum and a program,” says Rohdie. “When people walk in, it will look different, it will feel different, and it will resonate with them in terms of what education in the twenty-first century should look like.” The school is already hiring staff as it plans for the opening next year. A head of high school will be announced soon and a former director at Dalton recently joined GCD as director of college placement; he left that secure position at the elite school in Manhattan, Rohdie explains, because he was excited about the chance to reimagine what a high school should look like. GCD will host an open house this fall for prospective students and their parents. “We anticipate many people coming to explore. And we think they’re going to say, ‘This is exactly what we’ve been looking for,’” says Rohdie. gcds.net

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oes your child need help with reading or AP Bio? Considering an independent school? Prepping for college? Looking for a coach or tutor for a child with learning disabilities or special needs? Greenwich Education Group (GEG) is a multifaceted organization that’s a one-stop shop for student help. The group can provide special-subject tutoring, test prep, day and boarding school advisory, diagnostic assessment, coaching and social skills support. GEG houses two accredited special-education schools and the Links Academy independent day school. “It’s about giving kids what they need to realize their potential,” says Victoria Newman, executive director of the organization she founded in 2003, which today has 106 full-time employees and many independent contractors. “We didn’t aim to start special-ed schools, but we had people coming to us for home schooling. Everything we do has grown out of a need in the community.” The group’s customized programs help each student with cognitive, academic and social-emotional skills so they can make the most of the school year while it looks ahead to help parents find the best fit for that child for the future. As parents and kids get into the back-to-school groove, GEG shares some tips on starting the academic year on the right foot.

SET UP A STUDY SPACE

Kids need to commit to a quiet place for working, whether it’s at home or the library, where they can focus and where social media won’t be a distraction.

CURB SMARTPHONE USE

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“What’s key for tweens and teens is to figure out a system that’s going to work for them and enable them to finish their work on time,” says Victoria. “If you see early on that your child is not organized,

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If you’re considering a different school for your child, now is a good time to be contacting them for the day and boarding school process for the following year. GEG can also help with the college placement process. greenwicheducationgroup.com

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hen young adults complete their college educations it’s a milestone to celebrate. But this can also be a time when guidance is needed most. Sandy Golinkin, a former publishing executive, acts as a mentor and coach to young people and helps them launch successful careers. Whether your child needs to identify the right first job, brush up on interview skills or craft an effective résumé, Sandy’s company, Raising the Bar, can assist. She offers private consulting as well as online classes and a free Webinar to help people prepare for the workforce. “I like to take people’s interests, their abilities, their aspirations and match them to what would be the best career path for them,” she says. She spends time getting to know each recent grad and helping to identify individual strengths and points of pride. Here are her top tips for recent grads.

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While LinkedIn is a valuable tool, Sandy suggests taking extra steps to build a strong network. She recommends reaching out by email to new contacts in your desired field (whether it’s someone you meet at an alumni event or a barbecue) and then following up to meet in person “If every six months you reboot the connection, it will often be a good connection,” Sandy says.

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“A lot of young people are not aware of how social media can help them and how it can hurt them,” she says, recalling a client who posted bikini shots of herself standing on a bar and drinking from a big bottle of booze—and she had no privacy settings. A lack of discretion isn’t the only social media faux pas. Potential employers can gain insights by who you follow. Do you follow Kim Kardashian or Malcolm Gladwell? Depending on the industry you’re interested in, these subtle cues can make a big difference. raisingthebar123.com

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s kids are getting ready for the all-important collegeentrance exams, Carnegie Prep can assist with private tutoring, prep courses and practice tests. Planning ahead is key. Carnegie’s experts recommend setting up a testing timeline as early as freshman year, ensuring that testing is spaced out throughout high school, helping students to gain confidence and have success. Other test-prep tips:

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Gone are the days of IQ-based standardized testing. While natural aptitude will always be valuable, the SAT and ACT are tests of achievement, more so than ever. The students who earn the best scores are those willing to put in the work, learning the rules and problem types and practicing the strategies and time management.

PICK THE RIGHT TEST

The content, timing and strategy specific to the SAT or ACT differ. Decide which test is best for you by taking a practice SAT and ACT. You’ll obtain baseline scores that will help you identify a preference between the two tests.

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Take full-length practice tests under simulated conditions to acclimate your body and mind to the stresses of the big day.

FOCUS ON CRITICAL THINKING

There are countless tips for improving on standardized tests. Different ones work for different students, so it’s important to experiment. All are shortcuts in critical thinking. Strategies work best when you understand why they work, a where they work, and what fundamental skills are being tested in the question types. dev.carnegieprep.com. —Mary Kate Hogan

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Pack It Up Essential advice from those who spend almost as much time up in the air as they do on the ground BE CALM AND CARRY ON

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Travel tips are passed amongst frequent fliers like horse picks are passed around Belmont. A former NFL sideline reporter learned the secret of the “jacket in a bag” from a NatGeo photographer and shared it with us. It’s a pillow, a jacket, a sweater, a raincoat, the size of a small teddy bear and weighs even less. Just like you never know when you’ll need a swimsuit, you never know when you’ll need a jacket. Visiting Ireland this summer during a heatwave, the jacket was a lifesaver while on an excursion to the caves. It was 80 degrees outside, and only 20 degrees in the caves. The version from Uniqlo is affordable, stylish and the bag zips into the jacket. uniqlo.com

We have yet to find a travel toiletry tube that doesn’t explode, spill or refuse to dispense the shampoo we have so carefully dripped into it. The downside of buying travelsize products at the drugstore is that they likely don’t sell your favorite shampoo or face wash. But Europeans do travel amenities right. Nuxe has had a cult following in France for decades; its Huile Prodiguese is the No. 1 seller for hair, face and body. Buy a few—no more rushing around looking for tiny toiletries at the last minute. Check feelunique.com for Nuxe products. Sephora.com also sells great travel sets.

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A good scarf is a must-have for every journey. On a chilly plane, it’s a blanket. It can dress up a T-shirt or offer just the right amount of warmth to take a sundress from day to night. Katrina Bischoff, co-owner of Back 40 Mercantile in Old Greenwich, says she never travels without a scarf and loves the Late Sunday Afternoon brand. For every scarf the company sells, it donates a blanket to a child in foster care. Find at Back 40 or online at latesundayafternoon .com

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including a hearty (optional) Alpine stereo system. If all that fresh air gets too hot, the Wrangler has an amazing air-conditioning system. There are four models, starting with the Sport in the low 30s, going up to the serious off-roader, the Rubicon, in the 40s. But the basic Sport delivers this car’s raison d’être—the party-animal thrill of an elemental fun-bucket. According to our dealer, it’s selling to Wall Street types as well as recent college grads. The four-door model can comfortably accommodate two adults in the second row. An eight-speed automatic is standard, but tough campaigners hitting the beach will want the six-speed stick. Of course, if you want to be all Connecticut Sensible, then you’d opt for the hardtop model; taking off that top merely requires the removal of eight bolts and the assistance of a friend to remove the 60-pound lid. But then you are really free. — Chris Hodenfield

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ouses can age gracefully—like people or fine wines—but only if they’ve been well maintained over the years. When you’re ready to sell, the wear and tear on the rooms not to mention any issues with behind-the-scenes mechanical systems can extend the time on the market and reduce final sale price. In 2017 the average time on the market for homes over

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Walls, baseboards, moldings and paneling were painted; beige walls are now a contemporary gray.

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Could your home use a little nip/tuck before it goes on the market? A local contractor and many realtors say yes $5 million in Greenwich was more than 300 days. “This is a challenging real estate market,” says Leslie McElwreath of Sotheby’s Homes. “Buyers are very particular and don’t want to do any work on the properties they’re looking at. Their preference is for new construction or things that look brand new, everything from neutral colors on the walls to freshly redone floors.”

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the rest of the house the same is almost magnifying the problem, shining a light on other wear and tear,” he explains. To determine how effective the House Lift could be in aiding a sale, Dibico hired an independent assessor to determine the value of a ten-year-old, 15,000-squarefoot Georgian before and after a House Lift. Following the work, which typically takes four to six weeks, the house received multiple cash offers within three weeks and sold for 20 percent higher than the pre-House-Lift appraised value. Return on investment: 900 percent. Following a House Lift, the seller gets a printed road map detailing the house’s condition, like a CarFax for the home, to share with potential buyers. Says Leslie, “Presenting a property in this condition was the ultimate strategy, and it really paid off.” dibicoinc.com —Mary Kate Hogan

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While realtors have been staging houses for decades, a new service from Dibico, a construction and home maintenance firm, is like staging on steroids. “We created the House Lift for clients who are selling and want to maximize the value by having the house brought back to life and made to look fresh and new,” says Julio DiBiase, president of Dibico. The idea is not only to fix cosmetic concerns and update the look, but also to vet all of the systems to ensure that everything is in good working order. Dibico’s House Lift team will go over the house with a fine-tooth comb, following a detailed checklist, inspecting everything, and making repairs and updates as needed. Julio says this comprehensive approach is key to getting a good return on investment, rather than, say, sprucing up a single room. “Touching up a kitchen but leaving

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For ninety years the Flinn Gallery has been enriching the culture of our town

he Flinn Gallery at the Greenwich Library celebrates its ninetieth anniversary this year, and when you speak to its loyal group of volunteers who do it all—select the artists, curate and install the shows, market and manage each event—you understand why it’s not only still around, but more vibrant than ever. Recently, we sat down with ten core volunteers, from the most seasoned, Jane Hotchkiss, who at ninety-five has been a gallery fixture since 1950—to the newly minted, two-year volunteer Leslee Asch, who is curating the ninetieth season’s opening exhibit. Collectively this group has donated 205 years and thousands of hours of service. The volunteers’ professional backgrounds are varied—attorney, fragrance developer, marketing professional, art guild executive director, graphic designer, Realtor, banker, web developer. But they share a common passion: to ensure that the Flinn remains a viable force for its annual 65,000 visitors and continues to engage the community, collectors and artists alike.

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Barbara Richards, former chairman of the Flinn and a current trustee of Greenwich Library, has been volunteering since the mid-80s and is wellversed in gallery history. She explains that in 1928, the Greenwich Association of Artists (a group that developed strong ties with those who established notable New York institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Guggenheim) began using space in the old Greenwich Library for mini-art shows. The space had no name, simply referred to as The Gallery, but it soon became a town hub, a space for groups to meet and concerts to be held. And so it remained for decades—except for a few years during World War II when it became a living tutorial on how to start a Victory Garden. In 1960 the library moved to 101 W. Putnam Avenue and the Flinn to the third floor. “And it finally got a name, the Hurlbutt

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A PLACE IN THE COMMUNITY A library survey found that 30 percent of the people who walk through its doors do so to visit the Flinn. About 200 turn out for show openings, and art sales are increasing. “We are a jewel in the town,” Barbara says. “But we owe our existence to the library, and the Friends of the Library, which funds the Flinn. Without them, we would not exist.” Diane Stevens, cochair of marketing and a member of the ninetieth anniversary committee, explains that volunteers at the gallery often see mothers introducing

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their children to art. “They come from all over—locally, New York City, Westchester— because they like the ambience of the library and that the Flinn is so open and easy to navigate. You hear them explaining color and shape to two- and three-year olds, and asking them what they see. It is just lovely.” Past popular shows include a retrospective on Muppets’ creator Jim Henson, works from the Cos Cob Clapboard School and James Grashow’s whimsical cardboard

creations and carved woodcut prints. Notable artists showcased over the years include Milton Avery, Alexander Calder, Dale Chihuly, Robert Motherwell and set designer Tony Walton. Works ranging from wearable art to classic and contemporary paintings have been featured. Kirsten Pitts, chair of selections, notes that many of the artists have exhibited worldwide, and the committee is always searching for new artists working in various mediums.

contribute something to the culture of the town and work with a wonderful group of people who share my passion for art.”

CELEBRATING! The ninetieth anniversary season will include six exhibits and three lectures and will run through June. Ruth Sutcliffe, vice chair of the gallery committee and chair of the ninetieth anniversary celebration (which also includes Barbara Richards, Laura Schroeder, Leslee Asch and Diane Stevens) says the group worked hard to select artists with a wide appeal. Also on the schedule, monthly movie nights. Check flinngallery.com for all upcoming events. —Valerie Foster

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Jan. 31 Mar. 12 Fluid Terrain

Mar. 21 Apr. 30 Spaces of Uncertainty

May 9 Jun. 19 Time and Place: Works on Paper

LECTURES Oct. 10 The Long Run, a Retrospective: a current exhibit at MOMA, lecturer Heather Cotter

Apr. 10 The Artist as a Writer: lecturer Brian Catling, sculptor, poet, performance artist, painter, filmmaker, novelist and professor of art at Ruskin College, Oxford University

May 15 Art Investments and the Auction House: lecturer Noah Kupferman from Christie’s Education Institute in New York All held 7 to 8 p.m. in the Cole Auditorium

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Gallery, after Isabelle Hurlbutt who was head librarian for all that time,” Barbara says. In the 1990s, when a $25 million grant from the estate of Clementine Lockwood Peterson extended the library, the gallery moved to its present 2,000-squarefoot, second-floor location. It was renamed the Stephanie and Lawrence Flinn Gallery.

She references Akinori Matsumoto’s sound sculptures, which were constructed primarily of bamboo and handmade papers to produce a blending of sound and movement. Japan sponsored the artist’s trip except for his lodging, so in the spirit of a dedicated volunteer, Kirsten housed him at her home during the show. All of these women take their Flinn duties seriously. Linda Butler, chair of membership, says it is all about teamwork and friendships, two key elements in attracting and keeping volunteers engaged. Lillian Lum, chair of the gallery committee, sees her volunteer duties as her second career. The first was in banking. “It’s important for me to feel as if I can

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Fact vs. Fiction Understanding the latest intel on cholesterol control

ost wellness-minded adults know that testing cholesterol regularly and understanding the good (HDL) and bad (LDL) numbers is critical to living a heart-smart lifestyle. Yet cardiovascular health experts say myths persist about the best ways to keep those numbers in check. Two Fairfield County cardiologists give us some updates on the latest in cholesterol science. —Beth Cooney Fitzpatrick

HEART SMART: A healthy diet of fish, veggies, nuts and olive oil supports good cholesterol.

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The link between diet and cholesterol continues to expand, as newer research on genetic influences refutes some commonly held beliefs about foods once deemed verboten. Take eggs. Their bad reputation can be blamed on their whopping 185 milligrams of cholesterol per yolk. “But they are no longer the dietary demon we once thought they were,” says Dr. Sasanka Jayasuriya, a cardiologist affiliated with Greenwich Hospital, referring to research that suggests nutritionally dense eggs can increase good (HDL) cholesterol. “Like many things, I think they are okay if you eat them in moderation.” Dr. Steven Kunkes, a cardiologist affiliated with Bridgeport Hospital, says many patients attempt to control their cholesterol by adopting restrictive eating plans such as

Paleo or Whole 30 diets. “Initially, they may have some encouraging success, but with all these things the question is, are they sustainable for a lifetime?” he says. Instead, he advocates eating a Mediterraneanstyle diet where fish, vegetables, nuts, whole grains and heart-healthy oils are plentiful. What to avoid? “Red meat, processed foods and simple sugars like those found in ice cream, because of the role they play in managing cholesterol, and in obesity and diabetes,” says Dr. Kunkes. But even beef burgers and ice cream are okay now and then if your diet is otherwise heart smart, he says.

FAMILY MATTERS “For a long time, we’ve focused on lifestyle factors when talking about cholesterol,” says Dr. Kunkes. “While that is a contributing factor, we are looking at the role heredity plays more and more.” Indeed, Dr. Kunkes says about onethird of people with high levels of bad cholesterol can probably attribute their numbers solely to lifestyle factors while the other two-thirds tend to have heredity-based disorders. Dr. Jayasuriya says many of her patients are shocked to discover their unhealthy cholesterol profiles even though they work out regularly and eat a balanced diet. “Patients think they are immune because they don’t fit the image of what they think someone with high cholesterol should look like or behave. The reality is this can impact anyone—even

the young—which is why it’s important to start testing your cholesterol as young as in your twenties.”

NEW TREATMENT For a long time, statins, a class of drugs that block the action of a liver enzyme responsible for producing cholesterol, have been the gold standard for treating patients with cholesterol levels that are out of control. “It’s been shown conclusively that the majority are great for preventing heart attacks, vascular disease and strokes,” says Dr. Kunkes. Yet, some patients complain the drugs cause muscle pain and other side effects that threaten compliance. “You would be surprised how many people stop taking their medication, but don’t tell their doctors,” says Dr. Jayasuriya, who urges patients to come clean if they are avoiding prescriptions. “These medications have been given to you for a real medical reason and the good news is we now have alternatives if you don’t like them.” This includes a new class of drugs known as PCSK9 inhibitors, an injectable made of natural substances (unlike statins) that have been shown to have a powerhouse ability to lower LDL cholesterol levels. They are not a first-treatment option for patients, though. For one thing, Dr. Kunkes says the injectable meds are pricey. “They are terrific medications, but it’s difficult getting payment for them [from insurers].” As a result, statins remain a first best bet for most patients.

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hen Sweet Pea’s first opened on Sound Beach Avenue in 2014, the bakery and coffee shop housed only a few tables, with a large German Probat coffee roaster taking up sizeable real estate. Owners Rafael and Katja Pita, originally from Brazil and California, had long dreamed of opening a bakery; during a house-hunting trip while Rafael was training at the French Culinary Institute in New York, they fell in love with Old Greenwich. This town, they decided, would be an ideal place both to start their business and to raise their four children. Today Rafael and Katja remain coffee connoisseurs who keep OG well caffeinated, but they realized that people were hungry for more. So they sold the coffee roaster (to a guy who’s now roasting beans to their specifications) and added more tables inside and out. They expanded the menu with new breakfast, brunch and lunch options and introduced full

table service with wine and beer, turning Sweet Pea’s into a popular café and community hub. We visited recently to sample some of the new dishes and catch up with Rafael about his plans. One of the original draws at the bakery—known for its amazing homemade cinnamon buns, pies, brownies, cakes and donuts—is the Brazilian cheese bread called pao de queijo. “People we’d bump into on the street would say, ‘I love that cheese bread,’” says general manager Julius Khomitch. Now there’s a whole menu of sandwiches based on the snack-sized bread, which is made with yucca flour and glutenfree. You can choose savory or sweet fillings and order combos of both. We especially enjoyed the Big Ben with roast beef, arugula, onion confit and peppercorn mayo and SP’s choice, a twist on a breakfast sandwich with scrambled eggs, avocado, spinach, red peppers and cheddar, which pairs nicely with the pao. In the sweet category, don’t miss the dulce de

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QUICK BITES OWNERS’ FAVES Rafael loves the acai bowl with dark chocolate, while Katja’s go-to dish is the Grand Palais salad with citrus-marinated chicken, croutons, green beans, asparagus, fennel and other veggies.

CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT Customers rave about the pao de queijo sandwiches (called Combos), especially SP’s Choice as well as the lattes and cappuccino.

PARTY TIME Sweet Pea's now offers catering, and the space is available for private parties. A second Sweet Pea's location is on the drawing board.

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leche; its salty sweetness compleadd French toast, acai bowls, SWEET PEA’S 212 Sound Beach Ave. ments the cheese bread. poached eggs, pao de queijo and Old Greenwich Catering to our ongoing obsesbacon. 203-990-0008 sion with avocado, Sweet Pea’s also As a place that began as a bakHOURS has a range of filling avo bowls, ery and has “sweet” in its name, Monday to Saturday including vegetarian options as the restaurant stays true to its 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday well as the “Bacoun” with bacon, roots, serving outrageously good 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. corn, egg, asparagus and more, desserts. The latest way to get and one with sriracha chicken. Salads, sand- your sugar fix: new Mason jar desserts such wiches and paninis round out the lunchtime as chocolate mousse, banana custard, strawoptions, while other new and popular menu berry and blueberry pannacotta, crème bruitems include the acai bowls with toppings lee and banana custard. Flavors change daily, ranging from dark chocolate and almonds to and you can take the jars with you if you don’t granola and fresh fruit. have time to sit and indulge. Other specialty Breakfast served throughout the day is a sweets include the Brigadero pie, a Brazilian real indulgence, with choices like the triple- chocolate fudge with almond crust. stack pancakes, eggs Benedict on a homeThough Sweet Pea’s currently closes in the made croissant and avo toast with Scottish late afternoon, evening events, including smoked salmon. wine tastings and family movie nights, are During the week, the place has a real café in the works. The bakery-turned-restaurant vibe, with people always coming and going, is hitting its sweet spot. says Rafael, who doesn’t mind when customers linger. “Bring your laptop, sit and have a coffee,” says Rafael. “It’s priceless when you have something warm out of the oven with a nice cup of coffee.” (Big sheets of the pao de queijo and pastries come out of the oven several times a day.) On weekends, families gather over brunch and partake in the bottomless mimosas, he says. To make ordering simple, he has a section on the menu called “The Family” and you can pick “Peck At” (for coffee and assorted pastries, jams and spreads) or “Pig Out,” to

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Rodenbach Grand Cru Flemish Red Brouwerij Rodenbach, Belgium Abbaye de Saint Bon Chien, Brasserie des Franche Montagnes (BFM), Switzerland Belgian Gueuzeries Wild Beer Co., U.K. Sour'ir De Mortagne Picobrouwerij Alvinne, Belgium Leipziger Pineus Gose Bayerische Bahnhof, Germany

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BERLINER WEISSE

“Champagne of the north”, light, fruity, mildly sour.

BOTTLE CONDITIONED

Traditional method of re-fermenting beer in the bottle, creating natural carbonation.

BRETTANOMYCES (“BRETT”)

Wild yeast produces complex floral to funky flavors; during barrel aging, it creates acetic acid, giving beer crisp acidity.

FLANDERS RED ALE

Brown ale fermented a second time in oak casks up to two years, creating lactic acid that adds sour flavor.

FRUIT LAMBIC

Whole, crushed or juiced fruit— traditionally cherries, raspberries, black currants or peaches— are added to the cask for secondary fermentation, then bottle conditioned.

GOSE

Pronounced “go-sah,” it is brewed with salt and coriander, and bottle conditioned.

GUEUZE

Pronounced “gooze,” this “Champagne of Belgium” is a sparkling lambic brewed without fruit that ferments in koolships, then ages in casks for a year. The aged lambic is mixed with a younger lambic, and bottle conditioned.

KOOLSHIP

Large, shallow, open vats expose the cooling wort to microorganisms, which inoculate it, creating complex flavors.

LAMBIC

Traditional Brussels sour wheat beer based on two-stages of wild fermentation, producing sweet malt and sour lactic blend, then fermented in old casks. Brewers mix aged and young lambics. G

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The basics from A(lpha) to Z(eta) A ACTIVE/ACTIVE MEMBER

A member of a fraternity or sorority who has been initiated and is currently an active student.

ALUMNA/ ALUMNAE An initiated member of a sorority who has received her undergraduate degree.

ALUMNUS/ ALUMNI An initiated member of a fraternity who has received his undergraduate degree.

B BID A formal invitation to join a sorority or fraternity.

BIG BROTHER OR SISTER An initiated member

assigned to mentor a new member. Typically a pledge is assigned a big brother or sister, and they maintain a close relationship throughout their college years.

C CHAPTER A chartered undergraduate or alumni group that is recognized by the international fraternity or sorority governing bodies.

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t’s back-to-college time and for many students that means the start of fraternity and sorority rush. For parents who weren’t members of a sorority or fraternity, rush can be a mystifying process and stir up a lot of fears based on the images presented in movies like Animal House and news stories of deadly hazing incidents. Yet these organizations can be a significant part of the social fabric of many college campuses and offer deeply rewarding experiences. Once an initiated member, students can hone leadership skills by holding elected office in their chapter or on their campus’ Interfraternal or Panhellenic councils. There are over 9 million alumni members of Greek organizations, and most fraternities and sororities provide opportunities for members to network with alumni for internships and career mentorship. Student members often tutor one another and study together, as many houses require members to maintain a minimum GPA. There are also social opportunities ranging from casual parties to formal dances and travel. Greek life is a way to make vast undergraduate campuses a little smaller and more manageable.

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Not all sororities and fraternities are chapters of a larger national organization but should be members of the campus fraternal or Panhellenic council.

D DUES There is usually a financial commitment. These fees are used to cover the costs of operation, formal events, social activities and other events.

F FORMAL

RECRUITMENT OR RUSH This is a period set aside in which potential members and chapters participate in a mutual selection process to match potential members. Check with individual campus websites, as rush varies from before the start of school on some campuses to second semester at others. Remind your students that while houses may be evaluating them, they should be evaluating the organizations as well. Prospective members should consider: compatibility with members; whether the chapter has a physical house, and whether they are required to live in the house as a member; any financial commitments regarding organizational dues; whether the chapter

requires they maintain a specific GPA; what alumni and internship networking opportunities are offered.

G GREEK WEEK Most campuses hold a Greek Week where houses compete against one another in various activities and charitable events prior to finals.

H HOUSE Short for “Chapter House,” whether referring to the organization’s physical house, the organization or to the chapter in general.

IINITIATION The formal ritual that brings new members or pledges into full membership of the sorority or fraternity.

L LEGACY A prospective member whose parent, sibling or grandparent is an alumnae/alumni or active in a chapter. The definition of who constitutes a legacy can vary from campus chapter to chapter.

M MIXER An interorganization event.

N NEW MEMBER OR PLEDGE

A woman or man who has accepted a fraternity or sorority bid, but has not been initiated.

NEW MEMBER EDUCATION PERIOD OR PLEDGING The period of time before initiation when new members learn about their fraternity or sorority. (Pledging periods can range from weeks to months depending on the organization.) The pledging process can be a bonding yet stressful period for new members. Many houses have traditions shrouded in secrecy making conversations with your student about the specifics difficult. It is important to make sure your student maintains a strong sense of self outside of the organization. Have frank conversations about standing up to situations that make them feel uncomfortable. Although the majority of student organizations provide positive experiences, some engage in hazing, which by definition is asking prospective members to do things they may find humiliating or demeaning to show their commitment to the group. Take the

time to talk to your student about hazing. It is taken very seriously on campuses and can take place not only in Greek organizations but on teams and other student groups.

specific chapter where the prospective member is rushing is usually valued more than a letter of recommendation from an alumni of another chapter.

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Z ZETA

The governing body for all North American Interfraternity Conference fraternities. Most fraternities are a chartered campus chapter of a national fraternity, and these national fraternities are represented in the NIC.

We know, we know, zeta is actually the sixth letter of the Greek alphabet. Fraternities and sororities use two and three Greek letters (zeta being one) that represent their mottos and ideals. Individual chapters have additional Greek letter names that symbolize when their chapter was founded. G

P PANHELLENIC COUNCIL (PC)

The governing body for on-campus sororities. It follows rules and directives set forth by the National Panhellenic Conference, which oversees all sororities.

PHI BETA KAPPA The first fraternity organized in 1750 at William & Mary.

QUOTA The maximum number of women a sorority may accept.

R RECOMMENDATION A letter of recommendation from an alumni of a

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lthough we never like saying goodbye to summer, we always look forward to the September issue and our annual presentation of ten outstanding teens. Motivated, curious, ambitious, driven—these are just some of the character traits that describe the young men and women featured here. All of this year’s teens have taken or are taking rigorous AP and honors-level courses while also pursuing independent seminars. Most have represented their schools in varsity sports—everything from track and field and football to cheerleading and tennis. Equally important are the ways in which this year’s teens have given back to their communities—both inside and outside school. They are a diverse lot: One is a human rights advocate considering a career in the State Department. Another envisions a career as a heart surgeon; another is focused on urban planning and the ways in which tomorrow’s cities will meet the needs of every citizen, including the homeless; still another dreams about combining a passion for food with sustainability. What they have in common is an insatiable desire to learn and a need to make a difference in the world. At a young age, they’ve already assumed the mantle of change agent; they are not only poised to do great work, they are doing great work. Once you read their stories, » we know you’ll agree.

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ournalist, advocate, environmentalist—Georgia Rosenberg wears many hats for the causes she believes in. An early adopter of the farm-to-table movement (did we mention she is a fearsome cook, who rarely follows recipes?), Georgia channels her energy toward making her school, community and world a better place. “I have things to say, and I was able to find my voice at a young age, and I encouraged myself to use my voice.” The high school senior’s passion for sustainability was cemented two years ago during a summer program, Sustainable Summer, at Dartmouth College. That year she also attended the Summer Institute for High School Students at Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture in Westchester, which focused on farming practices, cooking and sustainable agriculture and society. Inspired by all that she’d learned, Georgia and a friend cofounded St. Luke’s Sustainability Club, with the mission to raise eco-awareness among her peers. First order of business was to eliminate the plastic cups for the water dispenser. “We yanked them away, so it was kind of a shock to people,” Georgia recalls. “This year we are getting rid of things, but we’ll make it so that on the first day of school they just won’t be there.” The club also streamlined the school’s recycling program and started a campaign called the Clean Plate Project. “The goal is to encourage people to take less food and create less waste,” Georgia says. Georgia brings the same level of confidence and selfassurance to her coursework. This year’s subjects run the gamut from AP U.S. Government and AP Statistics to Honors Organic Chemistry and Honors Spanish. As part of the school’s prestigious Global Scholars program, 108

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Teacher that had the biggest impact and why?

Believe it or not, my preschool teacher, Mrs. Dorne, had a profound impact on me. She taught me the basic skills of life: to be kind, compassionate and creative. I have carried these lessons with me throughout my time as a student.

What would you tell your freshman self? Georgia will spend her senior year researching, writing and presenting a paper on a topical subject to a small group of faculty members. “The news and what’s going on in the world is part of why I’m so interested in this stuff,” she says. “If I was my age five years ago, I wouldn’t be so interested. I think lots of people of my generation are very politically active.” She is also the editor of the school’s newspaper, The Sentinel, a key member of the school’s Center for Leadership’s Lunch and Lead Committee and has logged hundreds of hours as a volunteer for LiveGirl, a New Canaan-based empowerment program for young girls throughout Fairfield County. The youngest of four children, with two older sisters, Georgia knows the importance of strong female role models. “My sisters are twenty-three and twenty-one,” she says. “As the youngest, I’ve looked up to them. They have showed me how to handle life.”

Allow mistakes, learn from them and give yourself time to grow.

Advice for underclassmen?

Take advantage of the incredible opportunities that surround you, and don’t be afraid to go out of your comfort zone.

Words to live by? My mom always told me: “You don’t have to be friends with everybody, but you have to be nice to everybody.”

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mit Ramachandran may have grown up with First World privilege, but he understands all too well the pressing issue of global water safety. “My parents are from Mumbai and we go back to visit family there,” he says. “Here you can fill a glass with tap water, but in India there is often a lack of potable water. I realized how much we take for granted.” Amit decided to do something about it. He turned to his first love, science, and developed a rapid, low-cost technique to detect harmful bacteria in drinking water. His work earned him national recognition; he was selected as a Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS) 2018 Scholar, one of 300 students out of the 1,818 who entered the competition. Now, with a provisional patent pending, he is busy settling into life at Stanford University. Among his many awards and achievements, Amit was a member of the math team and copresident of the Science National Honors Society; he completed a summer internship as a medical researcher at Memorial Sloan Kettering; he was a finalist in the Paradigm Challenge, where he and three friends presented their project of environmentally responsible bamboo shavings as packing material; and he was the high school representative of the Connecticut chapter of Global Organization of People of Indian Origin, a cultural organization that raises funds for a group that helps feed underprivileged children in India. Despite his demanding academic schedule (Amit was named a National AP Scholar by junior year), he finds time to tap into his creative side. He is an avid photographer and filmmaker, who coproduced a video in Chinese for his Chinese Honors class. He is also a gifted musician who has been playing the piano since he was four years old. These days, however, he is obsessed with the oboe, which he began playing in eighth grade. “It’s very hard to play. The reed is tiny and finicky. I wasn’t very good at the beginning,” he says. But by his junior year, Amit was the principal oboe in the high school band. This past spring, Amit attended the international GENIUS Olympiad hosted by the State University of New York at Oswego, where he presented his science research project, and earned a silver medal. While there, he befriended a young man from Kenya. “We were talking about things we liked—shows and music—and it felt like he could have been my next-door neighbor,” he says. “I realized we are all basically the same as we become more globally aware. In the world today, we often speak in monologue, when really what the world needs is more dialogue.” »

Teacher that had the biggest impact on you and why? Mrs. Lewis’ hardworking devotion to students has given me a deeper drive to assist others in need, and her inspirational love of physics has instilled an appreciation for STEM within me.

What would you tell your freshman self? Work hard and do your best, but don’t overwork yourself. Take time to appreciate the joys of being in high school while you can—it flies by. Take care of your health—physical, mental, emotional— to ensure you are the best you can be. And, the college process does work out.

Advice for underclassmen?

Organization is key. The college process will teach you this. Without organization, you can’t function at your best regardless of your skill set. Take small steps in getting organized, but don’t let anyone make you organize in one particular way— everyone works best according to their own methods.

Words to live by?

“Success is nothing if you have no one left to share it with.” —Ed Sheeran. Don’t forget where you came from and the people who supported you.

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ive Sean Amill an opportunity, and there’s nothing he won’t try. Sports? He has played varsity football since ninth grade. Academics? He enjoyed everything from math and government to studio art and environmental sciences. Theater? The first time he tried out for a school play, he got the lead. Clubs? He was the vice president of Diversity in Action and the president of the 9/11 Club. But no matter how busy he was, Sean always had time to help someone in need. One moment in particular stands out: “Sophomore year in math class, I noticed someone was struggling. He seemed so lost, so I pulled him out of class and brought him to the bathroom and we talked it out. He was really having a hard time personally, but he opened up. It was just my natural instincts kicking in.” Sean understands adversity—and how to power through. He broke his collarbone in the spring of eighth grade playing lacrosse. Instead of sitting on the sidelines, he vowed to make the best of a bad situation. “I realized I could mope or I could make my summer goal to train to make the varsity football team. I was never the biggest, the strongest or the fastest, but I always had this drive to achieve.” Mission accomplished. He not only made the varsity team as a wide receiver his freshman year, he served as cocaptain his senior year. This fall he will continue to play football for Colgate, where he just started. More than anything, though, it’s the team aspect of the sport that he enjoys most. “Being out there and working for other players has taught me so many life lessons, like perseverance, camaraderie and empathy for my teammates. You have to work well as a cohesive unit to be successful.” This nineteen-year-old brings that same spirit of inclusivity into everything he does. As a senior peer leader, he was one of eighteen seniors from Brunswick and Greenwich Academy tapped to mentor the incoming freshman class. He also played a key role on the school’s Leadership Board. Despite his grueling schedule, Sean managed to find time this past winter to mentor a young Brunswick student. “His parents both work a lot. I’d go to his house and help with his homework.” That strong sense of family was instilled in him from an early age. “My parents are my biggest cheerleaders,” he says. “In a town like Greenwich, which is so competitive, they have been supportive of any decision I wanted to make.” » 110

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Teacher that had the biggest impact on you and why?

My English teacher, Mr. Gilsenan, junior and senior years. He taught me there is so much more to life. He’s an English teacher but also a little bit of a life coach. He taught me how to handle and persevere through adversity, that life is what you make of it and the importance of being a good person.

What would you tell your freshman self? Enjoy every moment. Now, as a senior looking back, I realize there are moments when the days are long, but weeks and years are short. I spent so much time wanting to get to senior year, I forgot in the process to enjoy the process.

Advice for underclassmen?

You won’t be at Brunswick forever, so take advantage of everything it has to offer. Don’t be closed-minded. You can achieve so many things.

Words to live by?

“Don’t cheat the guy in the glass.” It’s a line from a poem by Dale Wimbrow. It’s saying you are the only person who knows if you’re being honest with yourself.

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s far back as she can remember, Lulu Meissner has wanted to be an actress. At just seventeen years old, the Greenwich Academy senior is well on her way. Last year, Lulu got her first credited role in a film, Red Joan, starring Dame Judi Dench and directed by Trevor Nunn. “I’m over the moon about it,” she says. “It’s the culmination of a dream that’s been a long time coming.” Lulu developed her acting chops at an early age. “At school in London, acting classes are mandatory,” she says. “The goal is for kids to get comfortable being on stage.” She remembers her first role: Whoopsie Daisy Angel. “Tripping across the stage at the right time was a hard thing to do at that age,” she says. Lulu was in sixth grade when she entered GA, after her family moved to Greenwich from England. (Her mom is also a GA grad.) Since then, she has jumped at every opportunity to hone her acting skills—taking roles in everything from drama to comedy to cabaret. The turning point in her nascent career came two summers ago when she returned to London to attend the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA). It was there that she learned of an open casting call for Red Joan, about the woman accused of being the longest-serving KGB operative on British soil. “Even though I’d lived in the States for five years, I could still put up an accent.” She got the part, playing a waitress at a small tea shop on the British Coast during World War II. One of the highlights was getting to meet the young actor Tom Hughes. “He told me he remembered how special his first time on a movie set was and that I should take it all in and savor every moment.” Academics are also important to the burgeoning

What would you tell your freshman self?

actor, and this year her honors-heavy course load includes Chinese, U.S. History and English—her favorite subject. She is editor of the school’s online lifestyle magazine, Tartan, and works on the staff of the literary magazine Daedalus. Recently she’s been helping the theater director produce middle school plays. “It’s been a huge thing for me to step behind the lens, so to speak.” And, like any aspiring actor, she reads the trades, including Backstage. “I go into New York for auditions when I can,” she says. “I’m lucky. As a student it’s not my number-one priority right now.” Instead, she is focused on college, where she hopes to major in international relations or linguistics. One of her role models is Emma Watson, who catapulted to fame with the Harry Potter movies. “She took time off to go to Brown, and now she’s in a position where she can take on projects she likes and do her activism work. I want to get a real academic degree and then use [acting] as a platform to do good.” »

Don’t be afraid to be a little different from your peers. It’s okay to not fit the mold. Focus on things you love and find more ways to get involved in them; write your own parts if you have to!

Advice for underclassmen?

There are so many ways to make your high school experience your own. You just have to advocate for yourself.

Words to live by?

“It is our choices that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.” —Albus Dumbledore

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Teacher that had the biggest impact on you and why?

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It’s difficult to narrow it down to one because so many impacted me, but I would have to say my fifth-grade teacher, Mr. Callahan. He is one of the warmest, most thoughtful persons I’ve ever met. He was there for me whenever I needed anything, whether it was with school or something going on outside of it.

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s a kid, Christian LeSueur didn’t spend much time playing video games: “My parents always encouraged me to be outside.” A natural athlete, he gravitated toward soccer, baseball, golf and—most notably—ice hockey. From the moment he first laced up a pair of skates at the Greenwich Skating Club he was hooked. “Especially in middle school during winter break, we would play stick and puck all day, starting at 8 a.m.,” he says. Christian earned a spot on the school’s varsity hockey team beginning in ninth grade and was elected cocaptain his junior year. Last season, from his position as offensive wing, he led the team to its first NEPSAC title. “That was a huge accomplishment,” he says. “Not only for me and the team but also for the school and the program.” In the process, Christian was named to the 2018 All-NEPSAC West Hockey Team as well as the 2018 All-USA Boys Hockey Third Team. Additionally, he was a key contributor on the Mid-Fairfield hockey team, which won the 2017 Tier 1 U-18 USA Hockey Youth National Championship. This fall he started his freshman year at Dartmouth, where he was recruited to play his favorite sport. An outstanding student with an affinity for the humanities, Christian says his experiences on the ice helped him develop the discipline and perspective necessary to be an effective leader. During his time at Brunswick, he was a Peer Leader and Senior Prefect. In addition, he started a tutoring program for middle schoolers, was a member of the Diversity in Action club and volunteered at the Pacific House shelter (with fellow Teen to Watch Wesley Peisch). Last spring, he put those leadership skills to the test when he moderated the school’s first student union. “The goal was 114

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What would you tell your freshman self? Just enjoy the time you have. It goes by in a flash, and if you’re always stressing and overthinking things, you’re not going to enjoy everything. It’s a special time, so just try to soak it all in and have fun.

Advice for underclassmen? to give students the chance to see what respectful discourse looks like, even when there are philosophical differences,” Christian says. The union held its first debate in March, a month after the mass school shooting in Parkland, Florida. The topic was gun control. “It was a hot-button issue,” he says. “This was our first go-round. It was a good experience, and for the kids listening who may not have known too much about [guns], it was a chance to learn more.” One of the highlights of his high school career was a trip to Tanzania in 2016. He and seven classmates first summited Mt. Kilimanjaro, then spent eight days volunteering at an orphanage for girls, some of whom had lost parents to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. “The two parts of the trip were so different. The climb was incredible, but then going to the orphanage was really special. That’s not something you get to see in the U.S. in general or Greenwich in particular.” »

Don’t be afraid to try different things. It’s cliché, but there’s a reason why people say it all the time. If you’re willing to give stuff a try and have an open mind, you can maximize all that you get out of it and find out what you’re passionate about. Not to mention, you make a ton of friends along the way.

Words to live by?

I don’t know where I first heard it but, “Success isn’t owned. It’s leased. And rent is due every day.”

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Teacher that had the biggest impact on you and why?

My junior year English teacher, Caroline Patten, had the biggest impact on me. She was fully invested in me as a student and a person.

What would you tell your freshman self? Take advantage of opportunities, but make sure you enjoy life along the way, too.

Advice for underclassmen? Don’t stress out too much; things will work out.

Words to live by? “Dwell on the beauty of life. Watch the stars and see yourself running with them.” —Marcus Aurelius

n the surface, figure skating and human rights may seem to have little in common. But for senior Lizzie Essaid, they represent the passion and commitment she brings to everything she tackles. A gifted athlete, Lizzie has been a competitive synchronized figure skater since she was nine years old and she has won four national championships with her team, the Skyliners. As a student ambassador for Letters of Love, she arranges for teens in her community to write letters to kids in refugee camps. As a member of King’s Diversity Council, she organizes community events such as the King MLK celebration and Diversity Day for the Middle School. But it was her experience with the Maine-based Seeds of Peace international leadership camp in the summer of 2017 that ignited the changemaker within. “I’ve always wanted to help people who are less fortunate,” she says. During her first year at the camp, she was a member of a Palestinian-Israeli conflict dialogue group. That led to a King Talk about her camp experience. “It was really scary but also pretty awesome,” she says. “It got me over my fear of talking in front of people and raising my hand in class.” (Next summer, Lizzie will be one of a small group of Seeds of Peace campers invited to participate in its leadership and mediation training program, Paradigm Shift.) Lizzie spent part of this summer attending the University of Chicago’s Pathway Program in Human Rights. That was followed by a week in Washington, D.C., for the ACLU’s Summer Advocacy Institute, with speakers, debates, and seminars on civil liberties and social justice issues. Now back at school, she will continue her work toward her Global Studies distinction, a rigorous course of study that includes Global Studies, AP Economics and AP Comparative Government and requires the completion of a Capstone Project. Lizzie plans to focus on the water crisis in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Somehow, she still finds time to captain the school’s skating team. “Skating is a nice way to feel connected to something. I learned discipline and time management. I learned how to be away from my parents because we traveled a lot. I learned how to set a schedule for myself and stick to it.” She also learned the benefit of having a goal. “I definitely think it’s true that change is possible,” she says. “I’m working really hard now, so I can go to a good college and after I graduate help make the world a better place.” » SEPTEMBER 2018 GREENWICH

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uring his junior year, Wesley Peisch was one of four students in the world to earn a perfect score on his AP Studio Art: 3-D Design Portfolio exam. But don’t call him an arts and humanities guy. At his core, Wesley, now a freshman at Stanford, is all about STEM. He has a passion for urban planning; sophomore year he designed a computer simulation of a city transportation

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system. He entered his project in the state science fair, where he won the United Technologies Award and the Barker Mohandas Transportation award. “It was a huge learning curve for me,” he says. His junior year project, a “Hyperloop”—Elon Musk’s proposed transportation method—won three state science fair awards. When he wasn’t envisioning the city of the future, Wesley turned to other areas of school life: As cocaptain of the cross-country team, he led the Bruins to their fifth FAA championship. A reluctant athlete, he came to the sport as a freshman. “I wasn’t really coordinated and I was skinny, so sports like football were out. I started running and I was relatively good at it,” he says modestly. A Model UN delegate since freshman year, Wesley was named best delegate at the Fordham conference last year. To hone his negotiating and public speaking skills, he joined the school’s debate team. “I was interested in learning how to speak publicly and have my ideas come out clearly and concisely. That experience really changed my perspective on how to communicate with people.” Outside of school he volunteered at Pacific House, a men’s homeless shelter in Stamford. His older brother started the school’s Pacific House Club, and Wesley served as president for two years. “The homeless issue is a big part of urban planning today. Cities are finally interested in finding ways to help them and not just finding ways to kick them out.” Not surprisingly, he brings the same level of commitment and passion to his academics, which most recently included a post-AP Computer Science Seminar and an independent study in Urban Planning and Architecture. He took his first computer science class freshman year and was hooked. “It’s one of the reasons I chose Stanford,” he says. As for that rare result on his 3-D Design Portfolio Exam? “I made twenty sculptures over the course of a year. I got my scores back and I earned a five. Seven months later I looked on the college board website and my profile was shown as an example of six out of five, which I didn’t know was possible. I thought it was over and done with, so that was kind of fun.” »

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Teacher that had the biggest impact on you and why?

My favorite teacher was Mrs. Montanez. She was my science research advisor for two years and normal advisor senior year. She supported me in pretty much everything I did, from my science projects, which she directly oversaw, to my art projects, which she directly enabled by providing me with materials and equipment.

What would you tell your freshman self? I would tell myself to care less about what other people think and to do my own thing. I wasted too much time being self-conscious, but I’m happy it didn’t debilitate me much.

Advice for underclassmen? I’d tell them to do whatever they want to do, because ultimately that’s what they’re probably going to be best at. Obviously, care about self-improvement, but don’t let it feel defeating.

Words to live by? I don’t really have a motto, but a general principle I have for myself is to always have an idea of where I want to be in the future. In short, always have a plan.

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Teacher that had the biggest impact on you and why?

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omenica Echeverria was just two years old when her parents moved to the U.S. from Ecuador. At the time, money was tight, and the infant slept in a suitcase for two months. But no matter how much they had to scrimp, Domenica’s parents were determined to give their daughter a good education. “It was really hard at the beginning. We barely had any money. But my parents kept me in private school because they believed education is the key to the whole American dream thing,” says the high school senior. The only thing they couldn’t afford, however, were the pricey afterschool programs. So, when she was just six years old, they sent her to Camp Simmons, offered by the Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich. “It was scary at first,” she recalls. “I was very shy, and I didn’t know anyone.” With the help of the counselors, Domenica turned a scary situation into a good opportunity. “It was one of the best summers I’ve ever had,” she says. She vowed to pay it forward as soon as she was old enough; when she was thirteen she became a counselor in training and within three years was working as a lifeguard and swim instructor at the camp. She joined Keystone Club her freshman year and in 2017 went to her first national conference. She had to skip this year’s conference, though, because she was so busy attending to her duties as the Boys and Girls Club Connecticut Youth of the Year—the first time the Greenwich Club has come out on top since 1991. “That experience has changed my life,” she says. Motivated, ambitious, kind and compassionate, Domenica is known for her sunny personality; she goes above and beyond to help those in need. “At the Boys and

My current math teacher, Ms. Barber. Before this year I disliked math because it didn’t completely make sense. But now I enjoy going to math class, and it has become one of my favorite classes.

What would you tell your freshman self?

Don’t stress so much over small things. If it won’t matter in a year, you shouldn’t be stressing over it now.

Girls Club, I try to lead by example,” she says. “Especially for younger kids. It’s such a critical point in their lives. You have to show them right and wrong, so they won’t make bad choices later on.” At Trinity, she juggles a demanding academic schedule, serves as class president, is involved in the school’s Teenage Peaceworks Club and still finds time to coach cheerleading after school. But it is her thirst for knowledge that drives her forward. An unexpected chance to dissect a frog in a ninth-grade biology class sparked an interest in medicine. And not just any medicine. “I want to be a cardiothoracic surgeon,” she says. “That’s my end goal. Side note: I love Grey’s Anatomy.” Though she gravitates to STEM (her favorite class last year was Honors Pre-Calculus and Trig), this year, in addition to Anatomy and AP Physics, she has added AP Psychology, AP Literature and Composition, and Intro to Law into the mix. “My two choices are pre-med and pre» law. It’s good to have a backup,” she says.

Advice for underclassmen?

It’s so important that you balance school, extracurricular activities and time to yourself. School can be very overwhelming, so it’s important to take time to relax, but it’s also essential to stay on top of your assignments and classes.

Words to live by?

There are 1,440 minutes in a day, which means you have 1,440 opportunities to make a positive impact on others and to better yourself as a person.

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Teacher that had the biggest impact on you and why? Dr. Richard Robinson, my tenth- and twelfth-grade English teacher. Though I’d always seen myself as solely a STEM student, “Doc Rob” convinced me that I had the potential to grow as a reader, writer and thinker, and gave up tons of his time to help me do so. His enthusiasm was also contagious and inspired in me a great appreciation for the humanities.

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scratch, years before commercial kits were available. Finding balance is key. “I spend eight hours a day in school, then two hours with my friends running on the trails or the track. It balances things out in a nice way,” he says. He also has a deep appreciation for the impact one person can have on another. As a freshman on the running team, he remembers wanting to quit. But the cocaptains encouraged him to keep going. He persevered, earned Rookie of the Year in 2014 and became team captain in 2017. As for that bigger picture? Connor is keeping his options open. “If you look at where I am now and what I was thinking before ninth grade, there are so many things I’m passionate about that weren’t on my radar,” he says. “There’s no reason to think the same won’t be true of college. I’m going with an open mind-set. I’ll see where it takes me.” »

Advice for underclassmen? Strive to form as many meaningful relationships as possible—peers, teachers, coaches, etc. The people you meet will open doors to amazing opportunities and will teach you lessons far more valuable than any textbook or class.

Words to live by? “Always look on the bright side of life.” —Monty Python’s Life of Brian

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QA IN HER OWN WORDS

Teacher that had the biggest impact on you and why?

There are two. Dr. Josephson, my AP French teacher, encouraged me to push myself and do my best since freshman year. She always believed in me and taught me that I am capable of accomplishing my goals. Miss Pan, my advisor and the Dean of Students, was my rock throughout my high school career, especially [my senior] year. Although she was not my teacher in the strictest sense, she has taught me what it means to be a kind and giving person.

What would you tell your freshman self?

Hard work is important, and it pays off in the long run, but remember to have fun and enjoy high school.

Advice for underclassmen?

One of the most important things to remember is that teachers are always your best resource. Don’t be afraid to reach out if you have any questions.

Words to live by?

“Through every dark night, there’s a bright day after that. So, no matter how hard it gets, stick your chest out, keep your head up, and handle it.” —Tupac

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lass salutatorian, accomplished athlete, academic powerhouse, Maria Pau Barbosa, or “Pau” to her friends, knows firsthand the importance of taking advantage of every opportunity that comes your way. Her best friend at school was killed a year ago; a tragedy that left Pau reeling. “It’s definitely been hard,” the MIT freshman says. “It’s hard to lose someone like that. She had a huge impact on people’s lives; she touched everyone she met.” Born in New York, Pau’s family moved to Miami for five years then to Greenwich for five years, where she first attended Sacred Heart. The family relocated to Mexico for two years before landing back in Greenwich. Reintegrating into the school was a challenge, she says, but the experience taught her to be open to change. Case in point: In 2017 she was leaning toward a career in architecture when she was singled out for her aptitude in STEM as a recipient of Fairfield University’s annual Excellence in Mathematics and Science Awards. Cosponsored by Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, the ceremony included a presentation by the head of an engineering team. “As soon as he started talking about what they do, I was very interested,” she says. “I knew I wanted to do something related to that.” Pau’s strengths as an academic are paramount (she also received the Harvard Prize Book Award, which is given to a student who excels in all areas). When she spent part of her sophomore year in a French-immersion program, she not only completed all the course work there but also continued her Sacred Heart Studies. She is known for her kindness and compassion: “My mom is always talking about the importance of having a kind heart.” For Pau that kindness translates in many ways—as the cocaptain of the rowing team, where she embraced the family-like spirit, to her work as a volunteer at a children’s oncology unit in a public Mexican hospital, where she spends a month each summer. “Most of my time is spent playing with the kids and distracting them. To see them smile, to actually make a difference, is rewarding.” G SEPTEMBER 2018 GREENWICH

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Styling powerhouses on the business of getting red-carpet ready

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Q&A HOW HAS STYLING CHANGED SINCE YOU STARTED?

Social media means so much these days. And when I started, people were pretty tied to the magazines they worked with. Freelance styling wasn't such a huge thing, especially in terms of red carpet. It's kind of all different. You just have to keep rolling with it. You have to evolve and grow with the industry if you don’t want to be left behind.

WHAT’S THE BEST PART OF YOUR JOB?

Working with people who surprise and challenge me is pretty great. WHAT’S THE MOST CHALLENGING?

It is hard to find enough time in the day most days.

WHAT'S THE BIGGEST MISCONCEPTION ABOUT YOUR JOB?

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nlike most of her colleagues, Erin Walsh did not grow up dreaming of a career in couture. Instead, she armed herself with a BFA in theater from NYU but changed her plans soon after graduation. A temping job at Condé Nast led to a coveted position alongside Phyllis Posnick at Vogue, and from there, fashion became her new focus. Today, she’s known for her ability to use that editor’s eye to translate looks for style-savvy stars (see: Kerry Washington, who redefined maternity style with awardsseason looks that included crop tops and cutouts). Walsh has attracted clients like Washington who are unafraid to take risks and embrace her aesthetic; one that is both cool and elegant, strong and whimsical. With her guidance, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristen Wiig, Thandie Newton and Maggie Gyllenhaal tackle fashion with confidence. Walsh may have shied from the pressures of an actor’s life in the spotlight, but she is not afraid to let her leading ladies shine.

That it’s all glamorous and exciting. It is a lot of work, especially in terms of logistics and production.

WHAT'S THE BIGGEST DISASTER THAT’S EVER HAPPENED TO ONE OF YOUR CLIENTS?

I have had all the trunks for a shoot not make it in time, and I made a shoot out of cutting apart the tank tops and slips in my kit. That was interesting.

WHAT'S A TYPICAL DAY LIKE FOR YOU?

Snuggle kids in morning,

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coffee, email review, market planning for shoots and clients, try to squeeze in a workout somewhere, kids, kids, maybe a cocktail somewhere, make dinner. Something like that. Sleep at some point.

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WHEN DID YOU FEEL LIKE YOU'D MADE IT?

Still hoping...

WHAT’S BEEN YOUR FAVORITE RED CARPET MOMENT?

Kerry Washington in Giles pony dress to Django Unchained premiere. Done. Walsh plays hand model with a fistful of Fred Leighton rings.

WHICH TRENDS ARE YOU LOVING FROM FALL ’18?

I love pastel plaids à la Balenciaga, oversized Native American looking prints à la Sacai, and 70s Western vibes from Chloé that feel so effortless and cool.

KERRY WASHINGTON BY FERDAUS SHAMIM/WIREIMAGE; INSTAGRAM COURTESY OF ERIN WALSH

WHICH TRENDS WOULD YOU LOVE TO SEE GO AWAY?

Neon Impromptu elevator photo shoot with client Thandie Newton in Erdem

WHAT’S YOUR FOOLPROOF DAYTIME UNIFORM?

High waisted jeans and a striped top.

WHO ARE YOUR FAVORITE DESIGNERS RIGHT NOW?

Monse, The Row, Gucci, Khaite, Céline, Chloé

WHO ARE YOUR STYLE ICONS?

SJP and Lauren Hutton, mixed with Jane Birkin and Jackie O. WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS YOUR TRADEMARK LOOK?

Kerry Washington in Giles at the Django Unchained premiere

70s with a twist; classic with a little quirk HOW DO YOU STAY ON TOP OF THE LATEST IN FASHION?

By living in NYC, we are in the thick of it! So we live in it.

WHAT’S YOUR BEST STYLIST TRICK OR ADVICE YOU GIVE TO PEOPLE GOING TO A BIG EVENT?

Are you comfortable? That’s usually when you look your best.

Sarah Jessica Parker attends a fitting for her Met Gala ensemble by Dolce & Gabbana.

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Q&A HOW DID YOU GET INTO STYLING?

I grew up in Ohio, where I got a degree in retail merchandising. I visited my brother in New York and met a wardrobe stylist at MTV. I worked on a job with MTV for a few weeks and then got hired full time.

I went to school for design and met a music producer who introduced me to the wardrobe stylist on set. I was working the shoot as a seamstress but started making my own connections and got into styling. WHAT’S THE BEST PART OF YOUR JOB?

Traveling. We can see and experience once-in-a-lifetime opportunities with our clients, like when Shakira performed at the World Cup or Jennifer Lopez at the Super Bowl. WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO WORK AS A TEAM?

hen it comes to dressing larger-than-life celebrities, two stylists are better than one. And for Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn, working together as a team—a rare thing in the styling world—has proven to be the secret to their success. Just ask Jennifer Lopez or Gwen Stefani—two artists who dominate multiple industries, maintain personal global brands and, with Zangardi and Haenn’s direction, continue making waves with unforgettable fashion moments. For clients like these, the duo has to look beyond the step and repeat to concert tours packed with costume changes and heavily choreographed performances. Their backgrounds prepared them well for these music megastars—Zangardi at MTV, Haenn on hip-hop video sets—but they also style actors looking for that mix of Hollywood glamour and rock ‘n’ roll (Charlize Theron, Hailee Steinfeld, Cara Delevingne, Lily Collins). Each new client presents an opportunity for the pair to create next-level ensembles, whether they perform on the stage or screen. 132

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We met at MTV and bonded over jewelry. Mariel was working with Rihanna, and she asked for my help since I lived in L.A. and knew the city. The first job we worked on together was the “Umbrella” music video, and we just clicked. We come from different backgrounds but have very similar tastes. WHAT’S THE BIGGEST MISCONCEPTION ABOUT YOUR JOB?

People don’t realize

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how hard the job actually is. It’s not always glamorous and it really relies on our relationships with designers and lugging trunks and rolling racks around the world. Styling involves missed meals, running around, driving, lots of coffee, and sleepless nights.

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WHAT’S THE HARDEST PART ABOUT WORKING TOGETHER?

There are really nothing but positives in working together. We can be in two places at once. Our clients get both a male and female perspective on wardrobe.

Jennifer Lopez matches her straw to her pink Gucci dress.

WHEN DID YOU FEEL LIKE YOU’D MADE IT?

JENNIFER LOPEZ BY STEVE GRANITZ/WIREIMAGE; INSTAGRAM COURTESY OF ROB ZANGARDI & MARIEL HAENN

We still have goals we want to achieve, but the first time we felt acknowledged and honored was when we were on the cover of The Hollywood Reporter with Jennifer Lopez. It was a very special moment, especially considering the time she took out of her schedule to shoot the cover with us.

A rainbow collection of sky high heels

WHICH TRENDS ARE YOU LOVING FROM FALL ’18?

We love the whole utilitarian vibes with the canvas straps and super-functional pockets. FOOLPROOF DAYTIME UNIFORM?

Some kind of vintage jean, a jacket, and sneakers or boots depending on the time of year

FAVORITE DESIGNERS RIGHT NOW?

Virgil Abloh, Johanna Ortiz, Vera Wang

Jennifer Lopez in Giambattista Valli at the 2016 Golden Globes STYLE ICONS?

MH Bardot

Kate Moss, Brigitte

TRADEMARK LOOK?

Overall sexy, cool and effortless

HOW DO YOU STAY ON TOP OF THE LATEST IN FASHION?

Attending and watching runway shows as soon as they walk WHAT’S YOUR BEST STYLIST TRICK OR ADVICE YOU GIVE TO PEOPLE GOING TO A BIG EVENT?

Take pictures of yourself from

every angle to make sure everything looks good. Tailoring is key. Also, make sure you feel as comfortable as your look will let you be. Throwing shade with Hailee Steinfeld in Privé Revaux sunglasses

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Q&A HOW DID YOU GET INTO STYLING?

I worked at Vogue for years and was regularly styling the “People Are Talking About” page, which is about new actresses. I worked with a lot of those actresses when I left to freelance. HOW HAS STYLING CHANGED SINCE YOU STARTED?

People know what it is now. When I started doing it, I had to explain to anyone outside of the industry what the job entailed. WHAT’S THE BEST PART OF YOUR JOB?

The clothes are the best part!

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industry icon n amassing a roster of devoted celebrity clients, Kate Young has become famous herself. Known for her signature platinum locks and penchant for edgy-but-girly looks, she earned her place at the top with best-dressed moments from Margot Robbie, Sienna Miller, Natalie Portman, Michelle Williams, Selena Gomez, Dakota Johnson and Rachel Weisz, to name a few. Young’s story started where many fashion careers begin, at Vogue magazine, working first as Anna Wintour’s assistant and eventually as an editor. From there, she used her relationships to build a career working directly with the stars that graced her editorial pages. Her continued presence as a major player in the fashion world—she consults for labels and runway shows and has had her own design collaborations—ensures unrivaled access to the latest collections while cementing her status as one of the most sought-after stylists. GREENWICHMAG.COM

That it’s glamorous.

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS YOUR TRADEMARK LOOK?

For myself, edgy classic For my clients, they look like themselves. WHAT’S A TYPICAL DAY LIKE FOR YOU?

After getting the kids (two young boys) to school, I usually try to exercise and then go to the office to edit racks or request looks and prepare for a fitting or a shoot. I do lots of showroom appointments,

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The most challenging is all of the travel and organization.

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because I really am much better when I see things in person. WHAT’S BEEN YOUR FAVORITE RED CARPET MOMENT?

It’s always the latest. I’m a fashion person and I want to see new, new, new.

Behind the scenes with @kateyoung

WHAT’S ONE PIECE FROM FALL ’18 THAT YOU’RE BUYING?

I’m obsessed with a pair of Givenchy boots that are sort of 70s and sexy.

WHICH TRENDS WOULD YOU LOVE TO SEE GO AWAY?

Transparent panels in workout pants

Margot Robbie’s Chanel Haute Couture gown for the 2018 Oscars took over 600 hours to create

WHAT’S YOUR FOOLPROOF DAYTIME UNIFORM?

Black jeans, button down shirt, Louis Vuitton boots

WHO ARE YOUR FAVORITE DESIGNERS RIGHT NOW?

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Jacquemus, Brock Collection, Chloé, The Row, Louis Vuitton

Stacked rings from Schlumberger and Tiffany & Co.

WHO ARE YOUR STYLE ICONS?

I have too many to name. I wrote a book [Dressing for the Dark] about fashion and cinema because I’m really influenced by movies.

WHAT’S YOUR BEST STYLIST TRICK OR ADVICE YOU GIVE TO PEOPLE GOING TO A BIG EVENT?

You must have good undergarments. They make all the difference in the world. G

Margot Robbie in Tom Ford at the 2016 Oscars

Young wears one of the crowns pulled for this year’s ‘Heavenly Bodies’themed Met Gala

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provide some digital detox,” says Glazer. “We want guests to really unwind. That’s why the soaking tub is the centerpiece of each bathroom.” The rooms are so inviting at GrayBarns, some people find it hard to leave them, particulalry since you can order in special services such as massages and mani/pedis, provided by To And From salon in Darien. If you can muster up the resolve to lift your head from that mohair pillow, there are bikes (from NYC-based Priority) for guests, who can pedal along the quiet streets to take in the views and historical homes, and rediscover area icons like the Glass House (about three miles away) and Silvermine Arts Center. Afterward, head to the Tavern at GrayBarns, where locally sourced, elevated comfort food prepared by Executive Chef Ben Freemole is served in a dining room framed by dramatic wood beams and lit by a huge stone fireplace. Even if you’ve dined here before, GrayBarns may have a few surprises for you. A Sunday brunch was recently added to the menu, and a pop-up bakery featuring the inn’s own baguettes and breads sets up in the barn on Friday and Saturday mornings. “Having grown up in this area, I felt there were very few options for those who wanted to spend the night in a great inn,” says Glazer. “We’re trying to offer something with real authenticity, a family-run establishment that offers a different level of detail.” »

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ravelers are gravitating toward historical destinations. It’s as if they want a deeper connection to American culture as their business and social networks become more global,” says Nicole Glazer of Glazer Group, the family-owned company that has reimagined a corner of Norwalk on the banks of the Silvermine River. This address was once a stagecoach stop, a textile factory, a speakeasy during Prohibition and, more recently, the Silvermine Tavern. In 2017, the nineteenth-century structure was reopened as The Inn at GrayBarns, a rustic-chic destination with dashing good looks and earthy charm. There’s plenty of reclaimed wood, rough stone and butter smooth leather in the six guest rooms and tavern/restaurant. GrayBarns is on the radar of Manhattanites who have done the B&B scene in the Hudson Valley, but it also lures locals who want to leave their own homes to unplug. “We get a lot of couples who want a night away,” says Glazer. “There’s a real sense of calm here. We’ve also hosted groups of locals, including a half dozen women who were here to celebrate a friend’s fortieth birthday.” What are the features that locals like most? The rooms, for starters. Each suite is a “king,” and sized at about 900 square feet—ample space for amenities such as fireplaces, lounging areas and terraces with river views. And to pamper guests in rustic fashion, there are luxe textiles like cashmere throws, uphostered beds and velvetcovered chairs. As for the rotary phone in each room, “It’s there to

JUST LIKE HOME Home-style touches in each guest room include a Nest thermostat, Nespresso machine, 49-inch TV and complimentary WiFi.

SWEET SPACES Stroll by the kitchen garden, where the chef will be picking greens for your dinner and have a post-dinner drink in the small library off the dining room.

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BEST ROOM “The Addison room is my favorite,” says Glazer. “It has a beautiful original fireplace and French doors open to a private patio with river views. It has a sense of drama with high ceilings and chandeliers. My boyfriend, however, likes room five because you can see the TV from the bed.”

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Co-owners Richard Gere and Russell Hernandez

Ridge Reservation; others can explore the Wolf Conservation Center in South Salem. For retail therapy, get a fix in the town of Bedford or nearby Katonah and Pound Ridge. “There’s a lot to do off-site, but some guests like to stay on the property,” she says. They’ll schedule an in-room massage and facial, and then head over to the Yoga Loft, where multiple classes for all experience levels are scheduled each day. And then there’s the food. Like all Relais & Chateaux properties, this one offers gourmet dining. Casual meals are at The Barn—a whitewashed outbuilding with justright rustic accents—where there’s a Sunday brunch and daily dining on the outdoor patio with a woodburning grill so guests can watch the chef in action. With live music and string lights hung beneath a wisteria-covered pergola, it’s a lovely place on a warm evening. The Farmhouse is more formal, although still relatively casual. Until recently, this was the location of Campagna, but this summer a new restaurant opened, offering cuisine that, Rotondi says is “American based with a French influence.” »

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he drive to Bedford is a snap. Just cross the state line onto country roads lined with stone walls, padlocked gates and trees that loom like sentries over the weekend homes of hedge fund managers who relish the moment they’ll arrive on Friday evening to kick off their wingtips and shut out the city. But urban commuters aren’t the only people who experience that “aha” moment in Bedford. Fairfield County residents travel here, too, specifically to the Bedford Post Inn, if only to feel they’re a million miles away from it all. Yet if the nanny calls in the middle of the night with news that one of the kids is sick, Mom and Dad can hop in the Range Rover and hightail it home in under a half hour. This is a cozy, eight-room luxury inn set on fourteen acres with lush, mature landscaping. It’s also one of the boutique properties in the Relais & Chateaux global portfolio, which means it’s meticuloulsy maintained and boasts white-glove service. It has celebrity appeal, too, as co-owner Richard Gere occasionally stops by to dine at one of two restaurants on site. Pricey? Absolutely. A weekend here isn’t cheap, but in Bedford, money really can buy happiness. “It’s a great getaway in any season,” says Lisa Rotondi, the inn’s manager, who believes there’s no better place to get snowed in by the fireplace in one of the guest rooms (and the outdoor firepit is the perfect place to snuggle up and make s’mores). “In warm weather you can spend a lot of time outside. The property is filled with hydrangeas and the walking trails are lovely,” she says. Guests with more ambitious excercise goals can hike in nearby Ward Pound

BEST ROOM “Most guests like room seven because it’s the largest,” says Rotondi, “but my favorite is room two. It’s a California king with a terrace that’s more private than the others, and a reading nook with great lighting.”

SOAK IT IN Each room has an oversized bathroom with claw-foot tub and plenty of cool marble.

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“I often encourage guests to go down to Guard Hill Road to look at the beautiful estates and catch a glimpse of peacocks crossing the road,” says Rotondi. “A resident raises the birds and lets them run wild through town.”

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quills hanging over a table covered with garden mosses, ferns and terrariums. Over in another corner, forged iron and bronze sculptures could share space with baroque furnishings and accessories by Bunny Williams. Here, old meets new with panache. Despite the charms of the guest rooms (which are located in the main building and carriage house), many people who come to the Homestead aren’t aware you can spend the night. That’s because they get so disctracted by the food. The French cuisine prepared by a world-class chef— Thomas Henkelmann—is consistently rated sublime by returning guests and food critics alike, who also applaud the country-elegant atmosphere in the dining room with exposed beam ceilings and fireplace, and impeccable service. White linen, fine china and gleaming silverware are the backdrop for Henkelmann’s culinary artistry—think sautéed sweetbreads with Perigord black truffle sauce, seared Hudson Valley duck foie gras with macaroni and cheese and carmelized Granny Smith apples, and Grenadin of veal with a Maine Lobsterrisotto, parmesan lace, watercress and a port wine sauce. When guests are not eating during their stay, what do they like to do? “Some go to the Avenue, others hike at the Audubon Center, or play a round of golf,” says Carroll. “But for the most part, people who come here are simply looking to do their own thing.” »

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hile this 1799 farmhouse on two-plus manicured acres in the Belle Haven section of Greenwich is intimate by virtue of its size with seventeen rooms, it is not your traditional inn. “We are a luxury boutique hotel that is full-service, with staff on hand twenty-four hours a day and a French restaurant rated four stars by the New York Times,” says co-owner Theresa Carroll. “It’s a real getaway, a place that feels more like a little piece of Europe than a corner of New England.” What makes it that way? The caliber of the smart service, for starters. When you roll up the driveway at this Relais & Chateaux property, a person will most likely step outside to greet you and politely shoulder your bag, even if it’s weighed down by one too many pairs of shoes. Once you’re through the door of the Victorian Italianate manor, you get the sense you’re in a space that’s evolved over time, rather than been made over to follow a trend. “I’m a designer and I change up the rooms all the time,” says Carroll. “I move things around, paint, swap out furnishings and French linens. I love a bit of change. It’s fun. And I never want a guest to turn a corner and see a blank wall. I am not a fan of minimalism. I’m of the ‘more is better’ school.” In the public spaces, you may see a mirror framed with porcupine

BEST SEAT IN THE HOUSE It’s on the terrace, which offers nice views of the property and overlooks a pretty coleus garden.

A GREAT BEGINNING The best way to start your day, says Carroll, is with a breakfast of eggs Benedict at the restaurant. “It’s made with the best hollandaise sauce you have ever tasted in your life.”

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The bar at Homestead boasts a top selection of spirits, from brandy to single malt scotch. But more appealing is the bartender, Astley Atkins, who has his own fan club. Why is he so loved? “I can’t articulate it,” says Carroll. “It’s hard to explain what makes someone cool.”

THE INN AT LONGSHORE 260 COMPO RD. SOUTH, WESTPORT 203-226-3316, INNATLONGSHORE.COM

t’s perhaps best-known as a busy venue for weddings and bar/ bat mitzvahs. And during the week, the location draws its share of business travelers who are willing to sacrifice loyalty points at a favorite hotel chain for the chance to stay in a place that feels more like a destination, with soothing shoreline views and a long, curving drive that puts the nearest highway far out of earshot. But The Inn at Longshore also appeals to locals craving a New Englandstyle beach escape in any season. A number of these guests are repeat customers, too, including some who have been checking in for more than twenty years. Many choose Longshore for special celebrations. One couple recently booked a stay for their twentieth wedding anniversary. They arrived in the afternoon, making sure to carve out time for a walk from the property over to Compo Beach before heading back inside for dinner at the on-site restaurant; then they were off to the Westport Country Playhouse for a show. The Inn was built in the late 1800s as a private estate, so it has quirks: There’s no elevator, for instance, just walk-up access to floors above the main level; and in the summer, guests are cooled by air-conditioning

units installed in the windows. These things don’t seem to bother fans of Longshore, though, who are quick to praise the twelve guest rooms (particularly the suites as they include comfortable sitting areas), the garden and water views, and access to resort-style amenities, including tennis courts, pool and an eighteen-hole golf course built in the mid1920s by architect Orrin E. Smith and later renovated by John Harvey. Water sports rentals (think sailboats) are nearby for summer guests; winter visitors can go ice skating. Of course, repeat customers will tell you to choose your dates carefully; if you want a quiet, relaxing stay, book when there’s no wedding on the inn’s schedule. When you’re hungry, dig into the American cuisine at The Pearl, where the menu typically offers extensive raw-bar options, homemade pastas and steaks. The dining room, with its long, leather banquette and wall of wine bottles, seats sixty; but there’s also an enclosed porch facing the water that’s a serene spot at any time of year. On one evening, the space was warmed by three-dimensional star-shaped lights overhead that were dimmed to make the porch a romantic setting. Just right for a special celebration. »

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Guests here are typically active. This high-energy crowd likes to hit the free continental breakfast and then burn off the calories outdoors.

Longshore was originally a private estate turned country club, until the town of Westport bought the land in 1960. But before it opened to the public, Longshore hosted celebrities such as F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Marilyn Monroe. Gorgeous views for miles await visitors to the Inn at Longshore.

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for housing. Not so, as a celebrated chef recently recruited by the Jaffres is now attracting a new wave of patrons with his locally sourced menu and philopshy. Francois Kwaku-Dongo is an Ivory Coast-born culinary pro who gained international prominence in 1991 as executive chef at Wolfgang Puck’s Spago in West Hollywood. “We’re fortunate to have him,” says Nes Jaffre. “He’s brought his own philosphy and vision to the inn. He’s all about nature and nurture.” The activity in the kitchen has spawned plans for remaking other areas around Roger Sherman, with its lovely rolling lawn and great location just a half mile from the center of the town of New Canaan. Updates to begin soon include the addition of vegetable and herb gardens for the chef, the expansion of the main dining room and a light makeover for the seventeen guest rooms, including new bathrooms, smart TVs and faster WiFi. “When you have a 250-yearold property, it always needs renovation,” says Jaffre. “But we don’t want to change the property so much that it’s unrecognizable. It’s been in existence for hundreds of years; it’s a historic landmark and one of the crown jewels of New Canaan. Guests will still find chocolates in their room at night and heated scones in the morning. We’re modern, but we’re still homey.” G BEST ROOM “I love room 22, the honeymoon suite,” says Nes. “It is one of our deluxe suites, but you don’t have to be on your honeymoon to enjoy it.” WE GOT THE BEAT The food is a major draw at Roger Sherman, but live music on the weekends also pulls in a crowd. The musician from New Jersey is popular with guests who say he does Paul Simon songs better than New Canaan resident Paul Simon. SECRET SPACE “Not many people know about our wine room,” says Nes. “It’s beautiful and seats up to thirtyfive people for private events like birthdays and anniversaries.”

The historic inn combines old-world charm with modern luxuries and firstclass dining.

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ike other centuries-old New England inns, The Roger Sherman has a long history of reinvention, and that lineage is one of the subjects that some patrons like to rehash over cocktails at the fine old bar in this 250-year-old landmark. It was built in the eighteenth century as the home of Martha Sherman, the local minister’s wife and niece of Continental Congress delegate Roger Sherman. It then changed hands several times before a New York financier acquired the home in 1868 and upgraded the digs to satisfy his lifestyle, which was that of a Gilded Age tycoon. In 1925, the title passed to J. Herbert and Louise Stevenson Tebbetts, who converted the property to an inn. Hotelier John D. Shea bought the business from them but sold it in 1960 to New Jersey country club manager Roger Sherman Ross, a direct descendant of the original owner, for whom the property was named. Through the centuries, Roger Sherman has maintained a reputation for fine dining, and it was that culinary connection that appealed to real estate investors Joseph and Nesreen Jaffre, who bought the place in 2008. The inn had some good years, but challenging times followed the last recession. So in 2014 when the Jaffres announced they would sell the inn, fans wondered if the antique building would be paved over

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2019 PHOTO CONTEST

Melissa McCann Santangelo Magic

Enter Today!

Anabel Howe The Last Catch of the Day

ALL PHOTOGRAPHS MUST BE TAKEN IN GREENWICH WINNING PHOTOGRAPHS WILL BE FEATURED IN THE JANUARY ISSUE TO DOWNLOAD MORE ENTRY FORMS, GO TO GREENWICHMAG.COM

DEADLINE: MONDAY, OCTOBER 22

Julia Howe Conversation

Cary Keigher Love at First Sight

Melissa Mccan Santagelo Lil’ Cowboys

Sarah Banker Friends

HERE’S THE PICTURE This is your chance to capture the spirit and vibe of Greenwich on film. The photogenic faces, facets and façades of our town are abundant. Whether you are a serious amateur photographer, a weekend shutterbug or a beginner with a good eye, show us your stuff. WHAT TO FOCUS ON The theme is the People, Places and Animals of Greenwich, with all shots taken in Greenwich. Set your sights on Greenwich people at work, at play, young, old and in-between. Snap that adorable pet doing something cute. Or take pictures of identifiable Greenwich places, from woods to water. Look for those uncommon sites; catch that different perspective. We want to see the town through your viewfinder—who or what you think best exemplifies the character and spirit of Greenwich. If animals are featured in the photo, please identify their owners or the location where they were photographed. IT’S A SNAP TO ENTER > Amateur photographers only > No frames or glass

> Each photograph must have a separate entry form attached to the back of the picture

> Minimum size 5" x 7" • Maximum size 8" x 10"

> Photos will not be returned

> To download more entry forms, go to Greenwichmag.com

> DEADLINE: MONDAY, OCTOBER 22

WE’LL BE THE JUDGE OF THAT A team of impartial judges will choose the winning photographs based on 1. Composition 2. Clarity 3. Creative Concept DON’T FORGET Mail or deliver to: GREENWICH magazine, 205 Main Street, Westport, CT 06880. Attn: Ali Gray A completed entry form must be attached to each picture. GREENWICH magazine assumes publication rights for winning photographs. GREENWICH magazine employees are not eligible to enter. Professional photographers are also not eligible.

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Entries must be received by MONDAY, OCTOBER 22 Mail or deliver to: GREENWICH magazine, 205 Main Street, Westport, CT 06880. Attn: Ali Gray

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An Education in Fashion

To celebrate spring, the Parents’ Association of Sacred Heart School hosted a fashion show at Neiman Marcus. Helen Servick chaired the special afternoon, and all proceeds support the Faculty and Staff Professional Development Fund. »

1 Chic caftans 2 Anne Marie Mellert, Sandra Caruso, Helen Woods, Lana Welsh 3 Heather Jervis, Kara Gerardi 4 Betsy Catalano, Aimee Taylor, Holly Centurino 5 Lesly Fabbri, Christine Green 6 Print mixing at its finest 7 Paulette Pipher, Pamela Juan Hayes, Helen Servick 8 Floral accessories 9 Ellie Wise, Kristle O’Brien, Victoria Quake 10 Magee King, Brigitte Cooper 11 Kara Gerardi, Christina Truesdale 12 Hannie Sio-Stellakis, Amy Videan

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A Starry Night This year’s Changemakers Gala began with cocktails at Betteridge Jewelers followed by dinner at l’escale. The evening honored actress Ashley Judd and local resident and executive director of the Waterside School, Duncan Edwards. Today’s Jenna Bush Hager served as the master of ceremonies. The evening benefitted the United Nations Population Fund and The Waterside School.

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1 Ginger Stickel, Lauryn Hill, Wendy Stapleton, Colleen deVeer 2 Jill Cohen, Gian Luca 3 Todd Scallen, Ashley Dodgen-McCormick 4 Fiona Eken, Taylor McKenzie 5 Kathleen and Paul Veteri, Stephanie Sucic 6 Lauryn Hill owning the stage 7 Kate DeCarlo, Gary Dell’Abate 8 Trevor Small, Riann Smith, Errick Johnson 9 Juliana Tucker, Mari Boltone, Mark Teixeira, Sarah Bamford 10 Todd Phillips, Kate Laverge, Kelly Phillips, Gillie McCreath 11 Leigh Teixeira, Ginge Cabrera, Wendy Stapleton, Stacy Messina 12 Tony Capasso, Hannah Storm, Dan Hicks 13 Eric and Karen Hopp, Janel and Howard Alexander

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Everything Is Everything The Greenwich International Film Festival’s opening night party kick-started a weekend of film, panels and parties and was an absolute blast. Lauryn Hill sang her heart out and so did the audience. Oh, what a night! »

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Sandra Morgan Interiors & SM Home Gallery was peppered with folks enjoying the new exhibit on display, First Blush: The Joy of Beginnings. The ultra-chic store tucked into Arch Street has everything your heart desires from fine art to chandelier earrings. They’ve got you covered. G

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CALENDAR SEPTEMBER 2018

Art & Antiques ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-0198. Tues.-Sun. noon-5 p.m.; Fri. until 8 p.m.

CLAY ART CENTER, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, 914-937-2047. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or by appt. See highlight on page 174.

AMY SIMON FINE ART, 1869 Post Rd. East, Westport, 259-1500. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., or by appointment.

DISCOVERY MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport, 372-3521. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Permanent exhibits include Energy Exhibit, Sound and Light Galleries, Preschool Power, Sports Science and Solar Legos. Exhibits at the Discovery Museum are designed for hands-on interaction and learning.

ARMONK OUTDOOR ART SHOW, 22 South and 200 Business Park Dr., North Castle, ArmonkOutdoorArtShow .org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 29 and 30, Fifty-sixth annual Art Show with hundreds of fine artists and fine craft artists; rain or shine. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and children under 18 are free. BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. CANFIN GALLERY, 39 Main St.,Tarrytown, NY, 914-332-4554. Tues.Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. or by appt. Fine paintings and sculptures by established and emerging contemporary artists from all over the world.

Flinn Gallery

Rebecca Smith, The Ruins, oil on panel, 24 x 18, 2015

Looking Forward, Looking Back, the first exhibition of the Flinn Gallery 201819 program, is perfectly themed to launch the celebration of its ninetieth anniversary season. Curated by Leslee Asch and Dianne Niklaus, the exhibit features four artists: Rebecca Clark, Rebecca Smith Ford, Hilary Irons and Alexandra Rozenman. The show opens with a reception from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 6 and runs through October 17. On Sunday, September 16 at 2 p.m., all four artists will discuss their work in an Artist Talk. 101 West Putnam Avenue. Gallery hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday until 8 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. ( for more events visit greenwichmag.com )

CAVALIER GALLERIES, 405 Greenwich Ave., 8693664. Mon.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.6 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. and by appt. A showcase of a select group of established and emerging artists who represent the finest in modern painting, sculpture and photography. CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY PRINTMAKING, 299 West Ave., Norwalk, 899-7999. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m.

FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER, 370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, 259-1598. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., noon-4 p.m. FLINN GALLERY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7947. Mon.-Wed., Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.5 p.m.; Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. See highlight on this page. GERTRUDE G. WHITE GALLERY, YWCA, 259 E. Putnam Ave., 869-6501. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Work by Shelley Lowell, Paintings & Poetry, If Nature Could Talk, opening reception Fri. 7, 6:30-8:30 p.m. GREENWICH ARTS COUNCIL, 299 Greenwich Ave., 862-6750. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. noon-4 p.m. The Bendheim Gallery hosts major exhibitions every six weeks; visit greenwicharts.org to learn about upcoming exhibits. GREENWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 39 Strickland Rd., 869-6899. Wed.-Sun. noon4 p.m. Â»

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The Women’s Business Development Council’s Annual Gala Luncheon and Awards Ceremony

Friday, October 12, 2018 Title Sponsor

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CALENDAR ROWAYTON ARTS CENTER, 145 Rowayton Ave., Rowayton, 866-2744. Tues.-Sat. noon-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-4 p.m. SAMUEL OWEN GALLERY, 382 Greenwich Ave., 3251924. Mon.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11-3 p.m. The gallery is committed to exhibiting the work of emerging to mid-career artists, as well as a variety of strong secondary market works. The gallery has a Nantucket location as well. SILVERMINE GUILD ARTS CENTER, 1037 Silvermine Rd., New Canaan, 966-9700. Wed.-Sat., noon-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m.

SM HOME GALLERY, 70 Arch Street, Greenwich, 629-8121, Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.5 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. or by appointment. Featuring award-winning regional and national contemporary artists. Visit sandramorganinteriors.com for exhibit information. STAMFORD ART ASSOCIATION, 39 Franklin St., Stamford, 325-1139. Thurs.-Fri. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. noon-3 p.m. STAMFORD DOWNTOWN, fun summer series of art and music throughout the city of Stamford, 348-5285 or visit stamford-downtown.com for event information.

Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum (295 West Ave. in Norwalk), will open its doors free of charge on Saturday, September 22, from 12 to 4 p.m., as part of Smithsonian magazine’s fourteenth annual Museum Day. For free tickets download them at Smithsonian.com/museumday .

J. RUSSELL JINISHIAN GALLERY, 1657 Post Rd., Fairfield, 259-8753. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. A large selection of original marine and sporting art by Arguimbau, Blossom, Demers, Kramer, McGurl, Mecray, Mizerek, Prosek, Shilstone, Stobart and Thompson. KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, Rte. 22 at Jay St., Katonah, NY, 914-232-9555. Tues.-Fri. and Sun. 1-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. KENISE BARNES FINE ART, 1955 Palmer Ave., Larchmont, NY, 914-8348077. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.5:30 p.m. or by appt. Visit kbfa.com for show information.

LOCKWOOD-MATHEWS MANSION MUSEUM, 295 West Ave., Norwalk, 838-9799. Wed.-Sun., noon-4 p.m. See highlight on this page. Visit lockwoodmathewsmansion. com for program information. LOFT ARTISTS ASSOCIATION, 575 Pacific St., Stamford, 247-2027 or loftartists.com. Fri.-Sun. noon-5 p.m. MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. Daily, 10 a.m.5 p.m. The Maritime Aquarium inspires people of all ages to appreciate and protect the Long Island Sound ecosystem and the global environment through living exhibits, marine

science and environmental education. MICHAEL FLORIO GALLERY, 135 Mason Street, 858-5743. Specializing in established and emerging contemporary artists, marine art and curiosities. Open most days by chance or by appointment, michaelflorio.com. QUESTER GALLERY, 119 Rowayton Ave., Rowayton, 523-0250. Mon.Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat.-Sun., by appt. 18th-, 19th-, and 20th-century marine art and antiques, including works by Bard, Bareford, Beal, Bishop, Brown, Buttersworth, Dawson, Demers, Gray, Hoyne, Jacobsen, Moran, Stobart, Waugh and Yorke.

Mouse Rides by Neil Powell

The Drawing Room Gallery The Drawing Room Gallery will host an exhibit with works by Neil Powell, with an opening reception on Saturday, September 22 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Neil’s lifelong obsession with old books led to his discovery of them as a unique art medium. Most of the books used in his art are damaged, tattered and torn, discarded and banished to the $1 shelf or garage bin. Neil lives and works in Brooklyn and the Catskill Mountains. The gallery is located at 5 Suburban Avenue in Cos Cob and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. thedrawingroomhome.com »

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Harvesting Hope Celebration THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018 200 Elm Street Stamford, CT 06901 5:30 - 9:00 pm Leading Sponsor:

Hope for Haiti works to build sustainable communities and eliminate poverty. We believe that there is always a path to a better life and we invite you to make an impact with us.

Event Honorees: JoAnne and Carl Kuehner, Sr.

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CALENDAR AVON THEATRE FILM CENTER, 272 Bedford St., Stamford, 661-0321. Visit avontheatre.org for special events and guests speakers.

FAIRFIELD THEATRE COMPANY, On StageOne, 70 Sanford St., Fairfield, 2591036. Visit fairfieldtheatre.org for dates, shows and times.

CARAMOOR INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL, Girdle Ridge Rd., Katonah, NY, 914-232-1252. Caramoor is a renowned oasis for musical inspiration that offers audiences the opportunity to hear an in-depth spectrum of music in one of the country’s legendary outdoor settings. Visit caramoor.org for details.

GOODSPEED OPERA HOUSE, 6 Main St., East Haddam, 860-873-8668. Sat. 1-8, Oliver!

CURTAIN CALL, The Sterling Farms Theatre Complex, 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford, 3298207. Visit curtaincallinc.com for upcoming shows and times. DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE, 263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport, 576-1636. Fri. 21-Oct. 14, Legally Blonde.

GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 6227900. Fri. 14, Loving Vincent, 8 p.m.; Fri. 21, Lady Bird, 8 p.m.; Fri. 28, Death of Stalin, 8 p.m. JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER, 364 Manville Rd., Pleasantville, NY, 914-7737663. Visit burnsfilmcenter .org for titles and show times. LEVITT PAVILION, Jesup Green, Westport, 226-7600. Summer concerts and films, visit levittpavilion.com for concerts and show times.

Miss Connecticut USA 2017, Olga Litvinenko

The Undies Project Help provide the most basic, yet most under-donated necessity— undergarments. The Undies Project provides new underwear to people in need. On Saturday, September 29 from 7 to 10 p.m. at St. Catherine of Siena, 4 Riverside Avenue enjoy Cocktails & Comedy with comedian Ross Bennett, emcee Jane Condon and guest of honor, Miss. Connecticut USA 2017, Olga Litvinenko. The fun-filled evening will offer a silent auction, cash bar, signature cocktail designed by chef Debra Ponzek, hors d’oeuvres and dessert by Aux Délices and live music, tickets $95. theundiesproject.org

Caroline Jones THOMAS J. WALSH GALLERY, Fairfield University., 1073 N. Benson Rd., Fairfield, 254-4000, ext. 2969. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.5 p.m. UCONN STAMFORD ART GALLERY, One University Pl., Stamford, 251-8400. Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. WESTPORT ARTS CENTER, 51 Riverside Ave., Westport, 226-7070. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.4 p.m.;Sat.-Sun. noon-4 p.m.

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YALE CENTER FOR BRITISH ART, 1080 Chapel St., New Haven, 432-2800. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Permanent collection on view. YALE UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY, 1111 Chapel St., New Haven, 432-0611. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs. until 8 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m. The permanent collection includes African art, American decorative art, American paintings and sculpture, ancient art, Asian art, coins and

medals, and modern and contemporary art.

Concerts, Film & Theater ARENA AT HARBOR YARD, 600 Main St., Bridgeport, 345-2300. Visit arenaharboryard.com for show listings.

Third Phase Navajo Chief’s Blanket, Bruce Museum Collection

Bruce Museum Now through Sunday, November 25, the Bruce Museum will display A Continuous Thread: Navajo Weaving Traditions. The exhibition traces the history of the Navajo weaving tradition from the earliest Mexican-inspired serapes, to mid20th century pictorial rugs. It will also feature a dozen items from the museum’s Native American ethnographic collection–some of which have never been publicly exhibited. »

Helping to meet the needs of EVERY child. Visit jlgreenwich.org to register for these FREE programs.

RESPECT, COMMUNICATION, TRUST & LEADERSHIP An outdoor adventure program for 5th grade boys 1st Session: Sept. 15, 2018 | 2nd Session: April 2019

CONFIDENCE, ASSERTIVENESS & SELF EXPRESSION A weekend workshop for 3rd grade girls Jan. 11-12 | Feb. 1-2 | March 1-2 | April 5-6

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Event cochairs Diane Jennings, Suzy Kjorlien and Helen Maher

At Home in Greenwich Come celebrate ten years with At Home in Greenwich on Friday, September 14 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Delamar in Greenwich. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, dancing and auctions! athomeingreenwich.org

LONG WHARF THEATRE, 222 Sargent Dr., New Haven, longwharf.com, 787-4282. The Roommate, coming in October. RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, 438-9269. For shows and times visit ridgefieldplayhouse.org. RIDGEFIELD THEATER BARN, 37 Halpin Ln., Ridgefield, 431-9850. Thurs. 6-28, Urinetown. SHUBERT THEATER, 247 College St., New Haven, 800-228-6622. Visit shubert.com for more shows, dates and times. STAMFORD CENTER FOR THE ARTS, Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford, 325-4466. Visit stamfordcenterforthearts .org for event information.

WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE, 25 Powers Ct., Westport, 227-4177. Tues. 8 p.m.; Wed. 2 and 8 p.m.; Thurs. and Fri. 8 p.m.; Sat. 4 and 8 p.m.; Sun. 3 p.m. Tues. 25-Oct. 13, Man of La Mancha.

Lectures, Tours & Workshops ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-0198. Tues.-Sun. noon-5 p.m.; Fri. until 8 p.m. Fri. 7, First Fridays: A Contemporary Cocktail Hour, 7-9 p.m.; visit aldrichart.org for more information.

AUDUBON GREENWICH, 613 Riversville Rd., 869-5272. Sun. 2, first Sunday bird walk at Greenwich point, 9 a.m.; visit Greenwich.audubon.org for more events. AUX DÉLICES, 231 Acosta St., Stamford, 326-4540, ext. 108. Classes are Wednesday nights, 7 p.m., Visit auxdelicesfoods.com for menus. BOWMAN OBSERVATORY PUBLIC NIGHT, NE of Milbank/East Elm St. rotary on the grounds of Julian Curtiss School, 869-6786, ext. 338. Wed. 6 and 20, Observatory open to the public free of charge, 8:30-10:30 p.m., weather permitting. Sponsored by the Astronomical Society of Greenwich. BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376.

Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Visit brucemuseum.org for tour information.

.org for information on sunset/moonrise kayak paddle; reservations are required.

CLAY ART CENTER, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, NY, 914-937-2047. Clay Art Center’s mission is to offer a stimulating space for studio practice, exhibition and educational opportunities to better serve the community.

GARDEN EDUCATION CENTER, 130 Bible St., 869-9242. Annual Dazzling Dahlias Show coming in October.

FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER, 370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, 259-1598. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., noon-4 p.m. Visit fairfieldhistory.org for tours.

GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 6227900. The library offers a variety of programs: Blood Pressure Screenings, Drop-In Computer Lab, Chess Club, Volunteer Tax Assistance, Foreign Affairs Book Discussion Group;for dates and times visit greenwichlibrary.org.

FRIENDS OF THE NORWALK ISLANDS, The Small Boat Shopdock, 144 Water St., Norwalk, 849-8341 or 854-5223. Visit friendsofthenorwalkislands

KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, 26 Bedford Rd., Chappaqua, NY, 914-2329555. Guided tours are Tuesday through Sunday at 2:30 p.m. »

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November 3, 2018 • Greenwich Country Club • Tickets on sale at ct.wish.org/wishnight When the weather cools off, Wish Night will be heating up Greenwich Country Club as we celebrate Lynn’s wish to go to Hawaii. Mark your calendar for another magical year of dinner, dancing and auction excitement. Enter to win 250,000 JetBlue TrueBlue rewards points with every $50 donation! Do not need to be present at Wish Night to win.

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Please join us as we honor the nonprofit and philanthropic work of our community heroes. Introducing Community Impact Awards, honoring two extraordinary nonprofits Presented by Fairfield County’s Community Foundation

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Moffly Media’s 11th Annual Light a Fire awards reception and cocktail party at King School

CALENDAR NORWALK SEAPORT ASSOCIATION, Washington and Water Streets, S. Norwalk, 838-9444. Daily Cruises to Sheffield Island and Lighthouse Tours. SOUNDWATERS, Brewer Yacht Haven Marina, Batemen Way, Stamford, 323-1978. Visit soundwaters.org for afternoon and sunset sail dates and times.

WEEKDAYS 5:30-10AM

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.5 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday night Observatory Visitors’ Night, 8:30 p.m. WORLD AFFAIRS FORUM, Stamford Yacht Club, 97 Ocean Drive West, Stamford, 356-0340. Call for more information and reservations.

Other Events & Benefits NORWALK BOAT SHOW, 48 Calf Pasture Beach Rd., East Norwalk, 718-707-0711. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., daily. Thurs. 2023, annual show, with nautical fun for the whole family. $15 adults; children under 12 are free.

COUPLES COURT 7:40AM

Beacon by Kathleen Wilkes

Gilles Clement Gallery The Gilles Clement Gallery will be hosting a show of cutting-edge contemporary, pop and street art that is sure to delight viewers. Featured artist include Curtis Cutshaw, David Datuna, Robert Mars, Kathleen Wilke, Javier Martin and Devorah Sperber. The exhibit runs through Thursday, September 20. 45 East Putnam Ave, Greenwich

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NORWALK SEAPORT ASSOCIATION, Veteran’s Park, Fort Point St. and Seaview Ave., East Norwalk, Fri. 7, 8, 9, Annual Oyster Festival with entertainment, food and fun for the whole family; visit seaport.org for parking information and shuttle service. NORWALK WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S, 99 Calf Pasture Beach, Norwalk. Sun. 16, registration at 8:30 a.m., ceremony and 3-mile walk at 10 a.m. Walk ends at 1 p.m. No pets allowed. THREADS AND TREADS, Greenwich High School Parking Lot, 10 Hillside Rd., 661-0142 or threadsandtreads.com. Sun. 9, Tour de Greenwich 20 Mile Bike ride, 7:30 a.m. »

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Thursday, October 11, 2018 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. The Landing 232 Harbor Drive Stamford

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CALENDAR Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays for Tots, 1 p.m; Picture This! Saturday Story Time, select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. Daily 10 a.m.5 p.m. Maritime Aquarium inspires people of all ages to appreciate and protect the Long Island Sound ecosystem and the global environment through living exhibits, marine science and environmental education. NEW CANAAN NATURE CENTER, 144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, 966-9577. Visit website for details on Cider Saturday in September, newcanaannature.org

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ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-4519. Tues.-Sun. noon5 p.m.; Fri. until 8 p.m. Sat. 15, Family Workshops, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. AUDUBON GREENWICH, 613 Riversville Rd., 8695272. Sun. 2, First Sunday bird walk, at Tod’s Point, 9 a.m.

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Connecticut’s top family attractions. See more than 300 animals representing North and South American species and learn about their endangered and threatened species, which include the Amur (Siberian) tiger, Andean condor, Ocelot, Red wolf, Maned wolf, Giant Anteater and Golden lion tamarin. Then grab a bite at the Peacock Café and take a ride on the carousel.

5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. The Discovery Museum’s 20,000-square-foot facility includes changing and permanent interactive exhibit galleries, a 124-seat planetarium, Challenger Learning Center, an 80-seat auditorium and five multipurpose classrooms where hands-on science classes are conducted for schools, groups and the general public. discoverymuseum.org.

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREENWICH, 4 Horseneck Lane, 869-3224. Visit bgcg .org for events and programs at the club.

DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE, 263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport, 576-1636. Little Witches coming in October.

AUX DÉLICES, 23 Acosta St., Stamford, 326-4540 ext. 108. Some Sundays in September, visit auxdelicefoods.com for menu and dates, kids cooking classes, 4-6 p.m.

BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Sun. 2, First Sunday Science at the Seaside Center, 1:304 p.m.

BEARDSLEY ZOO, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport, 394-6565. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. One of

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EARTHPLACE, 10 Woodside Lane, Westport, 227-7253. The mission of Earthplace is to build a passion within the community for nature and the environment through education, experience and action. To learn more visit earthplace.org. FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER,

370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, 259-1598. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., noon-4 p.m. GREENWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 39 Strickland St., 869-6899. Visit hstg .org for upcoming camp and programs. GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 6227900. The library offers many programs for children: Wee Ones, Tales for Tots, Baby Lapsit, Mother Goose Story Time, call or visit greenwichlibrary.org for dates and times. IMAX THEATER AT MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. Visit website for films and times; also being shown: Hollywood films on IMAX, maritimeaquarium.org. KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, Rte. 22 at Jay St., Katonah, NY, 914-232-9555. Tues.-Fri. and Sun. 1-5 p.m.;

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521 or stamfordmuseum.org. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. 7, 14, 21, 28, Observatory Visitors Night: for ages 5-17, 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Sunday Farm Market. STEPPING STONES MUSEUM FOR CHILDREN, 303 West Ave., Mathews Park, Norwalk, 899-0606. Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Ongoing exhibits: Energy Lab, Tot Town, build it!, state-of-the-art Multimedia Gallery and Light Gallery; Ongoing events: science lab, community gardens; Rainforest Adventures and Color Coaster; visit steppingstonesmuseum.org for daily classes. WESTPORT ARTS CENTER, 51 Riverside Ave., Westport, 222-7070. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sat. and Sun. noon to 4 p.m. Visit westportartscenter.org to sign up for workshops. G

MARITIME AQUARIUM

Unplug with Mud is a fun roll-up-your-sleeves kind of class for those looking to get their hands dirty. Anyone over the age of five is welcome to come create with clay. Classes are held every Saturday, September 15 through December 15 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. clayartcenter.org

STAMFORD CENTER FOR THE ARTS, Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford, 325-4466. Stay tuned for The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show coming in November.

INDEX OF ADVERTISERS ARTS & ANTIQUES Bruce Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Bruce Museum ReTooled: Highlights From the Heckinger Collection . . . . . . . 95 Drew Klotz Kinetic Sculpture . . . . . . . . . . 75 Flinn Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

BUILDING & HOME IMPROVEMENT Austin Patterson Disston Architects . . . . . . 93 California Closets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Douglas VanderHorn Architects . . . . . . . . . 27 Granoff Architects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Hilton Architecture & Interiors . . . . . . . . . . 61 Koushouris Construction, LLC . . . . . . . . . . 89 Neil Hauck Architects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Sound Beach Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Wadia Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Walpole Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

BUSINESS & FINANCE Cacace, Tusch & Santagata . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Cummings & Lockwood LLC . . . . . . . . . . . 16

DECORATING & HOME FURNISHINGS Oomph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

EDUCATION & CHILDREN Berkshire School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Bi-Cultural Hebrew Academy of Connecticut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Brunswick School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Carnegie Prep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 German International School New York . . . 127 Greens Farms Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Greenwich Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Greenwich Country Day School . . . . . . . . 123 Holy Child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Independent Schools Open Houses . . . . . . 92 King School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 LogicPrep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Masters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Putnam Indian Field School . . . . . . . . . . 104 Rye Country Day School . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Sacred Heart Greenwich . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 St. Luke's School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Whitby School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Arts Alive! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens Flower Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Best of the Gold Coast Online Store . . . . . . 157 Best of the Gold Coast Thank You . . . . . . . 147 Breast Cancer Alliance/Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show . . . . . . . . 79 Breast Cancer Alliance/ Go For Pink! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Carver's 5th Annual Golf Classic . . . . . . . . 126 Gala for Greenwich Hospital 2018 . . . . . . . 155 Greenwich Land Trust Go Wild! . . . . . . . . . 158 Greenwich Photo Contest . . . . . . . . . 149, 150 Greenwich Riding & Trails Association A Day in the Country . . . . . 166 Greenwich United Way 85th Anniversary Celebration Pearls & Prohibition . . . . . . 167 Hope For Haiti/ Harvesting Hope Celebration . . . . . . . 162 Junior League of Greenwich BAM! . . . . . . . 165 Junior League of Greenwich New Member Open House . . . . . . . . . . 82 Junior League of Greenwich Positively Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Light a Fire 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Make-A-Wish Wish Night . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Navigators Stamford KIC/IT Races to Benefit Kids in Crisis Thank You . . . . 162 NYCWFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Sacred Heart Greenwich Summer Outreach Golf & Tennis Outing . . . . . . . 126 Taste of the Tee Iron Chef . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Walk to End Alzheimer's . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Women's Business Development Council Women Rising 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

FASHION Henry's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cover 3 Hickory & Tweed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Marc Cain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11 Orvis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 The Perfect Provenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Richards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,3 Roundabout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

FOOD, CATERING & LODGING

Memorial Sloan Kettering Physicians at Norwalk Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 The Nathaniel Witherell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 NicholsMD of Greenwich . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 ONS Orthopaedic Neurosurgery Specialists . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Park Avenue Vein Laser Center . . . . . . . . . 145 Riverside Orthodontics/ Scott L. Kesselman, DDS . . . . . . . . . . 145 Rye Vein Laser Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Stamford Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Yale New Haven Health/ Greenwich Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Yale New Haven Health/ Northeast Medical Group . . . . . . . . . . 49

JEWELRY Betteridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cover 4 Buccellati . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cover 4 Steven Fox Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

LANDSCAPING. NURSERY & FLORISTS Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

PHOTOGRAPHY Bob Capazzo Photography . . . . . . . . . . . 104

REAL ESTATE Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties/Patrick Eagan . . . . . 89 Coldwell Banker Global Luxury/ Jane Owen Brash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Coldwell Banker Global Luxury/ Tamar Lurie Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Compass/Robin Kencel Group . . . . . . . 14, 15 David Ogilvy & Associates . . . . . . . . Cover 2, 1 Houlihan Lawrence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Related Properties Corporation . . . . . . . . . 33 Sotheby's International Realty . . . . . . . . 18, 19 Sotheby's International Realty/ Joseph Barbieri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 55 William Raveis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5, 7

Fairfield University Quick Center for the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Stamford Tent & Event Services . . . . . . . . 100 Star 99.9/The Anna & Raven Show . . . . . . 172

Alba's Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Blantyre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Gabriele's of Greenwich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 JK Chef Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Marcia Selden Catering & Events . . . . . . . 103 Ocean House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Private Staff Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Weekapaug Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

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HEALTH &â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;BEAUTY

SPORTS & FITNESS

Atria Stamford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Christopher Noland Salon & Beauty Spa . . . 24 Greenwich Dental Group/ David A. Zadik, DDS & Steven Altman, DMD, FAGD . . . . . . . . . 90 Hassenfeld Children's Hospital at NYU Langone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 23 Hospital for Special Surgery . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Chelsea Piers Athletic Club . . . . . . . . . . . 59

ENTERTAINMENT

5th Annual Shatterproof Classic Golf Tournament 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 7th Annual Stamford Health Health Wellness & Sports Expo 2018 . . . . . . . . 28 17th Annual Gala for Pacific House . . . . . . 168 25th Annual Benefit Golf Outing . . . . . . . . 168 A-list Awards 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Americares Airlift Benefit . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

REAL ESTATE/DESTINATION Corcoran . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Dataw Island . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Maury People/ Sotheby's International Realty . . . . . . . 95

MISCELLANEOUS Big Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . 67 Greenwich Sentinel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Westy Self Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

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