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‘Aquianas’ Artistic Swimming Program Prepares for First Season as Private Nonprofit Team

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The Aquianas, a long-standing and successful artistic swimming team in New Canaan, is taking steps to begin its first season as a private nonprofit team this summer, officials say. A powerhouse in the sport that draws regional athletes and brings home medals from the East Zone championships—with some swimmers competing on an international scale—the Aquianas are facing an August deadline to secure pool time and independent financing, team representatives say. According to newly appointed Aquianas treasurer David Biegel, the cost will be “multiple” times more expensive if the team wishes to practice and compete at its accustomed level. “We put together, or rather are still undergoing putting together a nonprofit organization,” Biegel said. “So that’s how we are operating right now.

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Q&A: Meet the Newcomers Club of New Canaan

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New Canaanite: Is the Newcomers Club of New Canaan part of a national or international organization? If so, please provide details of that organization, such as the year it started, its size and scope. Claire Foster: The Newcomers Club of New Canaan is an independent entity and not part of a larger organization. Please tell us a little about the Newcomers Club of New Canaan itself. When was it founded, how many members does it have and how often do those members meet?