New Canaan Police are investigating two smash-and-grabs at Waveny, reported at 1:37 and 1:58 p.m. on Jan. 27. Wallets, a purse, credit cards and miscellaneous items were stolen.
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Stephen Caird (R) with Nancy Layman, store supervisor at ACME.
Congratulations to Stephen Caird, a New Canaan resident and STAR participant, on marking 35 years of employment at ACME in New Canaan. Nancy Layman, store supervisor, presented Carid with a gift book and pin to celebrate the milestone. Carid rides his bike, walks or takes Getabout to work. The STAR Employment Program employs more than 70 individuals with disabilities in local businesses with a job retention rate of 9.5 years. Employers who are interested should contact Martha Spiegel (mspeigel@starct.org) or Joe Anastasi (janastasi@starct.org).
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The Board of Selectmen on Tuesday approved the following appointments:
- Eric Knowles—Planning & Zoning Commission (alternate)
- Alex Snyder—Zoning Board of Appeals (alternate)
- Tony Ceci and Janet Lanaway—Audit Committee (requires Town Council confirmation)
- Kirsten Reoch—Tourism and Economic Development Advisory Committee
- Raquel Harrison—Health & Human Services Commission
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Here’s a newly published blog post from longtime town resident Brenda McKenna, founder and managing partner of BCM Media LLC. She’s part of the Human Services Council’s Norwalk Mentor Program (which is always looking for mentors).
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NCHS Post Prom will mark its 65th anniversary with the class of ‘24’s big night. The inclusive after-party is a highlight for students, with music, entertainment, games, prizes, food and more. The all-volunteer Post Prom Committee makes it all happen, with support from the community. Please consider donating here for corporate/community sponsors, and here for parents/individual supporters.
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Police received two complaints of motorists passing stopped schoolbuses on Tuesday, at Old Stamford Road and Highview Terrace (10:38 a.m.) and Lakeview and Millport Avenues (4:58 p.m.)
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L-R: Bob Seelert and Charles Crookenden on “Arbor,” a sculpted bench that will be located behind Waveny House at the edge of a meadow.
The Waveny Park Conservancy-commissioned “Benchmark” sculptures arrived Thursday morning from Scotland. The first one, “Arbor,” was funded through a donation from the family of Bob Seelert, the organization’s founding chair. Placed temporarily along the access road through Waveny, it ultimately will be located at the edge of the meadow back of the main house. The second, “Crossways,” is at a knoll at the northern end of Jeniam Meadow, an initiative inspired by Carole Clarkson.
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Police at 8:34 p.m. on Jan. 18 received a complaint regarding a dog creating a nuisance at Canaan Parish.
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Stella Clarke, Director of Community Engagement and Volunteering with NCL fashion show models
The National Charity League, Canaan Parish chapter, partnered with the New Canaan Thrift Shop, a member of the Waveny LifeCare Network, for their annual Fashion Show and afternoon tea. According to their tradition, the junior class puts on a Fashion Show with a local fashion store; this year the group selected The Thrift Shop and modeled outfits chosen there. Stella Clarke, Waveny’s Executive Director of Community Engagement and Volunteering said in a statement, “I was honored to join the tea and have the chance to speak about the purpose of the Thrift Shop, Waveny and Hospice care and the impact of their volunteer support in raising funds for charitable care.” Attendees brought donations of clothing for the Shop and afterwards delivered the event’s centerpieces to the Waveny Care Center, where they are now being enjoyed by residents, families and staff in our dining room and lounges.
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The South End on Pine Street has closed, the popular restaurant’s owner confirmed.
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The Friends of Music of St. Mark’s is presenting Edward Tipton and Andrew Kinsey in “Bach To Bach: Partitas, Preludes and a Fugue” at 6 p.m. Saturday. Details and tickets here.
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On Wednesday, Trevor Crow announced her intention to run for Connecticut’s 36th State Senate District, representing Greenwich, parts of Stamford and New Canaan.
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L- R: Olivia English, Julie Marcus, Melissa Engel. Credit: Molly Scott
Members of the New Canaan Garden Club have created floral arrangements for the “Waveny Flowers” program, a tradition of 40-plus years pioneered by Allison Caesar that beautifies Waveny Care Center’s dining rooms, reception areas, nursing stations and common areas. After creating the designs at the start of the week, the dedicated volunteers return to ensure that the flowers remain fresh, vibrant and full of life. “Each year our members enjoy this heartwarming endeavor to lend their time and talents to make our community a more beautiful and compassionate place,” Stephanie Radman, chair of the Waveny Flowers program for the New Canaan Garden Club, said in a statement.
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A wallet was reported stolen from St. Aloysius during church services, at 3:43 p.m. on Jan. 26. Police are actively investigating.
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New Canaan Fire Marshal Paul Payne is accepting appointments to conduct complimentary fire safety assessments at local homes. They include: escape plans; smoke and carbon monoxide detector locations; placement and use of fire extinguishers; advice on electrical outlets, cords and power strips; and information related to mechanical equipment such as heating systems and clothes dryers. The reviews take about one hour, call the Fire Marshal’s Office at 203-594-3030 for an appointment.
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Finally, here are more events worth checking out (add your event to the Community Calendar here and we’ll share it with fellow residents):
- Noted Economist Editor Is Men’s Club Speaker (February 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am)
- Monotype Printing Workshop at the Carriage Barn (February 3 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm)
- Artists Walk & Talk At Silvermine Galleries (February 3 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm)
- Free Family Drop in at the Carriage Barn with Sama Yoga (February 4 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)
- The Promise of Diplomacy, with Former U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Ted Osius (February 6 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm)
- Leisurama with Jake Gorst (Feb. 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm)
- New Canaan Beautification League’s February ZOOM program (February 7 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am)
- Panel Conversation: The Local Landscape & Issues to Watch in 2024 (February 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm)
- The Modern Landscape of Diamonds: Lab Grown vs Natural (February 8 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm)