New Canaan Police are investigating a burglary reported at 5:44 p.m. on Feb. 8. A screen was cut and window forced open at an Old Kings Highway residence, and jewelry and cash was stolen, police said.
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The New Canaan YMCA’s spring brochure is out.
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NCHS alumnus Lucas Niang after Super Bowl LVIII. Photo courtesy of Fatou Niang
Congratulations to New Canaan’s Lucas Niang of the Kansas City Chiefs on winning a second Super Bowl ring.
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Suzanne Adam, CEO of the Domestic Violence Crisis Center, will present at First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan at 11:30 a.m. Sunday following worship service. All are welcome.
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The Spice & Tea Exchange on Main Street, slated to open this spring, is hiring. Info on the local store here.
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Organist Christopher Houlihan is coming to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church at 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 10. Ticket info here.
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Police at 6:21 Sunday received a complaint from a Crystal Street resident about a barking dog.
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The Parks & Recreation Commission last week voted unanimously to approve the “Pops in the Park Concert” to be held Sunday, June 9 in Waveny (makeup date June 16).
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Police at 4:46 p.m. Monday received a vandalism complaint from Old Norwalk Road: a firecracker had been detonated in a mailbox. Authorities have no suspects.
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Kip Conlon, a member of the New Canaan High School class of 1992, scored another viral Tweet this week:
Don’t know why it took my marriage falling apart for me to get into Taco Bell. This stuff’s fantastic.
— Kip Conlon (@kipconlon) February 15, 2024
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Police at 9 a.m. Monday received a report of an unlocked vehicle on Logan Road illegally entered, and a suspect wearing a hoodie trying to steal items from inside it. Nothing has been reported stolen, police said.
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Town officials say residents should expect to see non-toxic green or red tracer dye in 23 sewer locations throughout town from Feb. 21 to March 1, during a test to find out if the dyed water is infiltrating from the stormwater system. “The tracer dye poses no threat to human health or the environment,” the town said in a press release.
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It’s here: The Town Players of New Canaan open “Puffs” on Friday, Feb. 16. The show’s tagline is “A Parody of a Certain Wizarding School!” It runs through March 3 at the Powerhouse Theatre in Waveny. Details and tickets here.
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Police at 9:08 a.m. on Feb. 9 received a report of a motorist passing a stopped school bus at 11 Farm Road, the street address of NCHS.
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Contestants in The Color Drop—a major fundraiser for the NCHS Scholarship Foundation—can now purchase balls for a chance to win one of several great prizes. Details here.
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The champion New Canaan Girls High School Squash Team
A submission from the New Canaan Girls High School Squash Team: The team won first place at the National Interscholastics Team Squash Championship in Philadelphia the weekend of Feb. 9 to 11. The girls team, captained by juniors Lily Bradley and Roma Wadhwani won all three Division III matches with wins from the captains, as well as Sophie Evseev, Lilly Messina, Charlotte Sawyer, Aryana Shah, Chattie Truslow, and Kelly Vance. The final match was a nail-biter, but the girls remained focused and fought for the win in each match. The NCHS girls team is organized by New Canaan Squash, which provides opportunity for professional instruction for boys and girls grades K through 12, as well as interscholastic competition in grades 7 through 12. For more information go to ncsquash.com
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Police at 10:21 on Feb. 9 received a report of a burglary at a Pequot Lane home. A screen had been cut and a side door of the house was found open. The investigation is active. Police have no suspects at this time.
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The Carriage Barn Arts Center at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 25 is hosting Argentine composer Carlos Pavan during a wine tasting and guitar recital. Ticket info here.
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NCHS boys squash team. Top row L to R – Tyrese Evans (coach), Augusto Baldini, Jackson Bench, Jordan Alexander, Arya Mitra. Bottom row L to R – Jack Sheffield, Teddy Bach, Lucas Alvarez, Michael Telesco. Contributed
Congratulations also are due to the New Canaan Squash Boys Team, which emerged victorious at the National Interscholastic Team Squash Championship in Philadelphia last weekend, securing first place in Division II. The team, captained by seniors Jack Sheffield and Jackson Bench, showcased their skills by winning all four matches against impressive opponents from Georgia, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Texas. The finals saw New Canaan facing off against a tough team from Houston in a closely contested competition. The championship was clinched in a close match by Lucas Alvarez, and by the remarkable wins from Jordan Alexander, Augusto Baldini, and Jack Sheffield and with outstanding contributions by Michael Telesco, Arya Mitra and Teddy Bach. Representing New Canaan High School, the boys exemplified skill, teamwork, and determination throughout the tournament. Their success not only reflects individual talent but also underscores the strength and passion for the game of these athletes. The New Canaan Squash program, which organizes the high school team, is a K-12 competitive initiative catering to students in the New Canaan public school system and it is led by Director Zac Alexander with coaches Devan Currie and Tyrese Evans.
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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):
- Town Emergency Management Head to Speak to Men’s Club (February 16 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am)
- Yoga & Sound Bath Class at the Carriage Barn (February 17 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am)
- Loss of Spouse Support Group (February 20 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm)
- Last Saturday on the Trail: Winter Hiking Challenge, Part II (February 24 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am)