Letter: On Overdose Awareness Day, Aug 31, Support Those in Recovery — Like Me

Dear Editor,

I am so grateful that New Canaan is taking part in Overdose Awareness Day & Vigil, at 7 p.m., Aug. 31 in the Pop Up Park on Elm. I’ve lived in New Canaan all my life, and I’ve experienced the power of kindness and community here. The values of family and charity, the passion for the Rams, and the delight of a Tony’s breakfast. I grew up being just as excited for Christmas Eve caroling on God’s Acre as I was for the awe-inspiring fireworks at Waveny.