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Dear Lou Kozar and Staff,
I just want to give a shout out to you as I can’t thank you enough for fixing my bike!
It feels amazingly smooth and brand new.
Thank you for your hard work and integrity. We need more people in the world like you.
I will certainly be back for maintenance and purchasing my next bike from New Canaan Bicycles!
We are SO lucky to have you in town! Thank you again.
Kindly,
Sharon Henderson
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Dear Editor,
On Thursday, June 5, Staying Put in New Canaan hosted its annual Summer Soirée—a cherished tradition and vital fundraiser that supports our mission of helping older New Canaan residents live confidently at home and stay engaged in the community. As a member-based, volunteer-supported nonprofit, we rely on this event in order to continue offering practical services and meaningful social connections to our seniors.
This year’s Summer Soirée, held at the beautiful Waveny House, was one of our most memorable yet. An enthusiastic crowd of members, friends, and supporters came together for an evening that truly celebrated the power of community and intergenerational connection.
We are deeply grateful to our generous sponsors, whose support made the evening such a resounding success. Their contributions enable Staying Put to continue providing essential services, transportation, and social programs that enrich the lives of older adults.
Thank you to:
Benefactor:
- Anderson Fund
- Cindy and Paul Bamatter
- Peg and Sherman Bull
- Jo and Peter Ziesing
Champion:
- Besty and Fred Afragola
- American Industrial Partners
- Tom Ayoub and Chris Dombrowski
- Bankwell
- Brickley Law
- CrossBay Capital Partners
- Anthony Domino
- Jeannie Hart
- Hutchinson Tree Care Specialists, Inc.
- The Karl Chevrolet Co.
- Karp Associates – The Karp Family
- New Canaan Pharmacy
- Walter Stewart’s Market
Supporter:
- C&H Automotive
- DEANE, Inc.
- Hobbs, Inc.
- Karp & Langerman P.C.
- Lampert, Toohey & Rucci, LLC
- Susan and Ned Leeming
- Seniors Helping Seniors
- Waveny LifeCare Network
Friend:
- The Country Club of New Canaan
- Denise Gannalo, New Canaan Realtor
- Friends of Staying Put
- Hoyt Funeral Home
- Lions Club of New Canaan
- Michele Murray Sloan Real Estate
- New Canaan Board of Realtors
- Oasis Senior Advisors
- Privatus Care
Media Sponsor:
- The New Canaanite
Additionally, thank you to the many local businesses and community organizations who donated goods and services to make the evening special:
- Canaan Nails
- Cherry Street Cheese & Provisions
- Cherry Street East
- Ciel Eau
- Craftbottlz
- Debonair Cleaners & Tailors
- Elm Street Books
- Farmer’s Table
- Fjord Fish Market
- Found
- Gates
- Grace Farms
- Julia Balentine Fine Jewelry
- Locali
- Lyn Chivvis, Massage Therapist
- Mayflower Home Organizing
- Nantucket Monogram
- New Canaan Chamber Music
- New Canaan Dentistry
- New Canaan Healthfare
- New Canaan Wine Merchants
- Northeast Building & Home
- On the Fly Travel
- PennyWeights
- Portraits, Inc.
- Red Grape Wine & Spirits
- Sanda’s Cleaners
- Spiga
- Taylor’s Luggage
- The Glass House
- The Summer Theater of New Canaan
- The Waveny Polo Bar & Grill
- The Whitney Shop
- Total Wine & More
A heartfelt thank-you also goes to the New Canaan Recreation Department for their ongoing partnership and support. I would especially like to recognize our outstanding staff, our hands-on and dedicated Board of Directors, and the many devoted volunteers who generously give their time and energy. Together, we’re making sure New Canaan remains a place where people of all ages can feel connected, supported, and valued.
With sincere appreciation,
Peter Ziesing
President of the Board, Staying Put in New Canaan