Bankwell

Opening Reception for Local Artist Exhibition at Bankwell June 4th

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As part of an ongoing effort to support local artists, Bankwell is featuring the newest collection of paintings by local resident Ceal Swift themed “Door County, USA” through August. The community is invited to view the exhibit anytime during banking hours, which are 9-5 weekdays and 9-noon Saturdays at the 208 Elm Street branch. The public is also invited to attend an opening reception for the artist on Thursday, June 4th, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Ceal is locally known as the former greeter of Gate’s, the Forest Street restaurant that her husband, Jeb, had operated for 36 years prior to their recent retirement. Ceal Swift has recently “entered a new journey” in life, creating acrylic paintings of landscapes and dog portraits.

Around Town

SLIDESHOW: Last Call at Gates

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Sunday, April 26, 2015 marked the end of an era in New Canaan as Gates Restaurant—a fixture in town since 1979—served up its last meals. “What a wonderful town,” Gates owner Billy Auer told NewCanaanite.com during the final Sunday brunch. “We are very lucky to have had a restaurant in it.” “I’ve been crying all week long” co-owner Ceal Swift said. “When I lock the door for the last time, and say goodnight to Frank’s picture in the urinal, then I’ll know it’s over.”