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‘The Tot Spot’ Founder Barbara Skibitcky Closes After 37 Years, Leaving Behind a Beloved New Canaan Institution

By Valentina Fuentes Jimenez | 15 hours ago

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After 37 years, The Tot Spot, a beloved New Canaan daycare, closed its doors Friday with the retirement of founder Barbara Skibitcky.

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  • “Rob thx. I believe the owner of Weed and Elm was offered $12,000,000 by private investors however he wants $20,000,000.…”

    — Roy A Abramowitz on Letter to the Editor

  • “The police don't seem to be enforcing the ordinance that applies specifically to commercial use: "Commercial Restrictions:…”

    — Thomas Little on Podcast: Police Chief on Enforcement of New Leaf Blower Ordinance

  • “Maybe Roy is right about the location I suggested for consideration. Over the past two days I have also heard…”

    — Rob Fryer on Letter to the Editor

  • “We do not need a residential hospital with another “for profit” oversized structure next to schools and residential property in…”

    — Roy Abramowitz on Letter to the Editor

  • “Thank you for your dedication to public safety, and all you do to lead our outstanding firefighters.”

    — Cathy Hallinan on Meet Fire Chief William Perritt [Q&A]

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    — Susan Dionne on Letter to the Editor

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