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For 160 years, First County Bank has been operating under a set of guiding principles that are core to our philosophy and success. These principles have kept us fi nancially strong and committed to satisfying our customers’ needs. This stability-minded philosophy of “doing what’s right” is what makes our approach to banking fresh.

Whether you’re buying a home, interested in refi nancing, or looking to get more value out of the equity in your home, we offer you

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Dear Clients and Friends,

Our professional sales staff here at Century 21 Connect welcomes you to our community and its surrounding areas. Our goal is to provide you with accurate market information, service and

the support you need in order to make this move the best possible experience for you and your family.

Century 21 Connect has worked hard to earn a reputation for excellent customer service. Our agents go all-out to make your move stress-free, knowing that you are in good hands. We are an industry and a community leader that you can trust. you can count on us.

The following pages are filled with useful information about our area and what it has to offer. The advertisers herein were invited to co-sponsor our booklet because of their fine reputation in our community. We thank them for their patronage and ask that you take note of the services they provide.

Our staff would like to invite you to explore Stamford and Coastal Fairfield County and discover the many wonderful aspects of these warm and friendly towns. We appreciate the opportunity to assist you and are here to answer any questions you may have about our community.

Again, it is my pleasure to say, “Welcome to our town!”

Best regards,

Chris FarrisChris FarrisMarketing SpecialistCentury 21 Connect27 Strawberry Hill Ave.Stamford, Ct 06902(203) 326-3399 • Toll Free: (800) 243-5295 Fax: (203) 326-3388 www.c21stamfordct.com www.HomesbyChrisFarris.com

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Contents

Front cover: Aerial view over Stamford toward Long Island Sound. ©Cordes 2020 / ProAerial.com(203) 733-7117 • www.ProAerial.com

Interior photos of Greenwich, Wilton and Fairfield: ©S. Dwyer

An Publication

1 Welcome2 Business Index4 Stamford6 Surrounding Areas8 Recreation10 Advertisers10 ServiceProfiles13 Important Numbers16 Education

18 Retirement Living Options Made Easy

20 Transportation21 New Residents22 Moving Tips

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Aerial Photography Cordes/ProAerial.com.................... 15, 17Air Conditioning Schede Plumbing & Heating ................ 19Animal Hospital VCA Davis Animal Hospital ................... 11Apartment Living Building and Land Technology.............. 19 Stamford Corporate Housing/ Seaboard Properties ............................ BCAppliances Hocon Propane ................................... 15Asbestos Abatement HomeGuard Environmental .................. 11Attorney Burt M. Hoffman .................................... 3 Jonathan T. Hoffman .............................. 3 Eileen M. Pate ..................................... 13 Regina Volynsky ................................... 17 Bank First County Bank .................................. 1Bathroom Remodeling Brother’s Interior/Exterior ..................... 12Carpentry Repair M.R.E. Painting Contractors ................. 12 Carlie Painting/Home Improvement ..... 10Corporate & Special Events SONO Fieldhouse ................................ 10Corporate Housing Stamford Corporate Housing................ BCDay Spa Agora Spa at the Marriott .................... 14Electricity Hoconpower.com ................................. 15

Energy Audit Green Star Energy Solutions ............... IBCFlooring Stamford Wood Floors LLC ................... 15Gas Hocon Propane ................................... 15Heating & Cooling Green Star Energy Solutions ............... IBC Schede Plumbing & Heating ................ 19Home Health Care BrightStar ............................................ 10Home Improvement Brother’s Interior/Exterior ..................... 12 Carlie Painting & Home Improvement .. 10 M.R.E. Painting Contractors ................. 12Hotel Hampton Inn ....................................... 23Indoor Air Quality HomeGuard Environmental .................. 11 Schede Plumbing & Heating ................ 19Insurance ACBI Assoc. Community Brokers Inc. ... 24Insulation Green Star Energy Solutions ............... IBCKitchens & Bathrooms Brother’s Interior/Exterior ..................... 12Lead Abatement HomeGuard Environmental .................. 11Limousine Service State Limousine Service ...................... 14Mold Remediation HomeGuard Environmental .................. 11Mortgages First County Bank .................................. 1

Loan Solution Associates LLC ................ 3Painter Carlie Painting/Home Improvement ..... 10 M.R.E. Painting Contractors ................. 12Plumbing & Heating Schede Plumbing & Heating ................ 19Propane Gas & Appliances Hocon Propane ................................... 15Real Estate Short Sales Loan Solution Associates LLC ................ 3Restaurant Spice Affaire ........................................ 23School Villa Maria School ............................... 17Senior Living Edgehill ...............................................IFC Maplewood Senior Living ..................... 14Snow Plowing Brother’s Interior/Exterior ..................... 12Spa Agora Spa at the Marriott .................... 14Sports & Special Events SONO Fieldhouse ................................ 10Stone & Tile Lima Ceramic Tile ................................ 11 Stamford Marble Imports .................... 12Veterinarian VCA Davis Animal Hospital ................... 11Water Extraction Services HomeGuard Environmental .................. 11Water Heaters Schede Plumbing & Heating ................ 19Wood Flooring Stamford Wood Floors LLC ................... 15

Business Index

Stamford

Welcome to Stamford, a coastal community along Connecticut’s shoreline.

Stamford is a city of approximately 120,000 residents, consisting of 37.3

square miles. Stamford is 35 miles northeast of New York City and 40 miles

southwest of New Haven. Connecticut’s capital is Hartford, which is 90 miles to the north.

Stamford lies within Fairfield County and borders the Connecticut towns of Greenwich,

New Canaan and Darien, along with Pound Ridge in New York state.

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In the early part of the 20th century, Stamford progressed from a factory hub to a research center, and in the last quarter of the century, to the country’s third-largest corporate head-quarters community. Today, we are the fourth largest city in Connecticut and our eco-nomic growth has soared, as we have become known as a financial center. We have also been ranked as the eighth largest business center in the United States.

In the past six years, we have seen incredible growth; added to our list of prestigious corporate headquarters is the North American headquarters of the Union Bank of Swit-zerland (UBS), with approxi-mately 3,000 employees in Stamford, and the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS), where approxi-mately 2,300 people work.

We are a city with many facets, as we offer both urban and suburban elements, ranging from the multi-acre homes in wooded North Stamford, to our splendid corporate downtown center, to the beautiful shoreline areas that envelop our parks and beaches. The mayor is implement-ing one of the city’s major projects, which will vastly improve the waterfront area along our Mill River—a body of water that traverses the downtown.

The central core of our city—Stamford Downtown—offers a wide assortment of entertainment, fine restaurants, magnifi-cent retail stores, a shopping mall, and a variety of interesting attractions and places that create an atmosphere of fun and ex-citement for people of all ages and preferences. Our downtown is also home to the University of Connecticut’s Stamford Cam-pus, which bustles with students coming and going at all times of the day and evening.

Stamford’s proximity to New York City allows those who live and work here ample opportunity to avail themselves of its cultural, retail, employment and other resources. Metro North Railroad provides express train service to New York’s Grand Central Station in approximately 45 minutes. The Stam-

ford Transportation Center (our railroad station) is located in Stamford’s downtown business district, near I-95, which is Con-necticut’s interstate highway. Another major highway is Route

15, the Merritt Parkway, which crosses Stamford and merges into New York’s Hutchinson River Parkway.

Stamford is proud of its public schools and its multicultural diversity, which remains our greatest strength.

A School Resource Officer Program assigns police officers to all high schools and middle schools to fur-ther assist with education and instruction of students and to facilitate communications between young people and the police. We have been recognized as one of 10 school districts across the country to be

named a model of ex-emplary education re-form by the National Commission on Teach-ing and America’s Fu-ture. Some 79 percent of all high school grad-uates pursue higher education.

Stamford is one of the first cities in the country, and the first in the state of Con-necticut, to implement a School Readiness

Program, which offers all 4-year-olds in our community the opportunity to receive pre-kindergarten education. Our program was cited as a model for the rest of the nation by former U.S. Secretary of Education, Richard Riley. In addition, this initiative received an outstanding achievement award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors and a designation

of Stamford as one of the most livable cities in America.Stamford’s coastal location and vast amount of open park

space are integral parts of our community and create a beautiful atmosphere, which distinguishes us from a “big” city ambiance. To further preserve this unique characteristic, the mayor has es-tablished a Parks Master Plan, which will continue to maintain our recreational areas and provide the citizens of Stamford an exquisite place in which to live and work.

Stamford continues to significantly outperform other cities, due in part to our growing economy, our highly educated work-force and overall pro-business climate.

Source: www.ci.stamford.ct.us

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Surrounding Areas

Greenwich is an entity unto itself. On one hand, it is reminiscent of the way things used to be—a comfort-able place where policemen (and women) direct traffic, offer di-rections and en-sure that pedes-trians cross the Avenue safely. The people are

friendly and, most times, it’s vir-tually impossible to walk anywhere downtown without

bumping into someone you know. But Greenwich is neither old-fashioned nor small. Its facili-

ties are state-of-the-art. The schools are top notch. The parks are lovely. There is plenty of sailing, golf, tennis and swimming. The neighborhoods are safe, and the terrain is beautiful and diverse.

While Greenwich is certainly not a bedroom town, you can’t really define Greenwich without accounting for its proximity to New York City. It is a sophisticated place to be, offering a diverse array of culture, nature, food, entertainment and shopping. Population: 61,171 (2010 Census)

Darien is an attractive blend of comfortable seaside living and easy travel to the corporate world, just 50 minutes from the hub of Manhattan—making it a popular choice for executives and professionals and their families. Settled in 1645 and for-mally incorporated in 1820, the seclusion and beauty of Darien were well-kept secrets until 1920 when affluent artists and writers discovered the natural splendor of this coastal site. Since then, Darien has grown into a prosperous commu-nity, rich with history and enjoyment, and dedicated to the promotion of education, cultural/social development and conservation of natural resources. Population: 20,731 (2010 Census)

New Canaan, located in the southwest corner of Fair-field County, holds the enviable moniker of “The Next Station to Heaven”—a well-deserved title. This inviting town offers a breathtaking natural setting for comfortable living, superb so-cial and cultural amenities and convenient travel to the metro-politan centers.

Tod’s Point, Greenwich

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Sprawling estates showcase large country houses surround-ed by the delightful stone walls of traditional New England. A wealth of architectural choices include deluxe condomini-ums, streamlined contemporaries and charming, early-Colonial homes. The village features the select merchandise of a group of specialty shops and exquisite restaurants.

New Canaan is proud of the solid academic education avail-able to its children. Four well-appointed recreation centers, a number of beautifully landscaped public parks, ball fields, tennis courts and skating ponds keep residents active through-out the seasons. In addi-tion, a private country club hosts a variety of so-cial events and maintains a challenging course for golfers, and a nature cen-ter offers everything from sheep shearing to maple syruping. Population: 19,736 (2010 Census)

Norwalk is the sixth-largest city in the state of Con-necticut with a pop-ulation of approxi-mately 85,597. It is located in southwest-ern Connecticut, on Long Island Sound, just a one-hour drive from New York City.

A host of agen-cies and organiza-tions are devoted to a quality life for all Norwalk residents and visitors. Major employers, diversified housing and excellent education-al opportunities attract people from all over the United States to live and work in Norwalk and the surrounding communities. The presence of many major employers based in Norwalk generates job opportunities and en-hances economic security for all the communities in the Greater Norwalk area.

Norwalk offers numerous shopping, dining and recreational opportunities in East Norwalk, historic South Norwalk (SoNo), Rowayton, Silvermine, Cranbury, Norwalk Center and major centers on U.S. Route 1 and Route 7. Over the past 10 years, the community has undergone a revitalization that incorporates historical preservation and beautification, the creation of major

office complexes, the improvement of Norwalk’s extensive wa-terfront area, as well as the development of new retail, cultural and recreational offerings.

Wilton is a highly desirable residential community with fine open lands (a testament to its colonial farming roots), beautiful historic architecture and a wealth of excellent services. Its two

railroad stations and convenient travel to the business and commercial centers of Stamford, New York City and White Plains make Wilton particularly attractive. Population: 18,064 (2010 Census)

Westport’s unique character can be traced to the town’s roots in the Native American tribes who fre-quented the area—the five original “Bankside Farm-

ers” who settled what is now known as Green’s Farms in 1648, and an-other group of settlers who followed: the Co-leys, the Wheelers, the Bennetts, the Jennings, the Burrs, and many more who came after them to shape this na-tionally known town.

Today’s residents treasure Westport Country Play-house and Compo Beach on Long Island Sound. Population: 26,343 (2010 Census)

Fairfield is ideally positioned for elegant liv-ing, an abundance of leisure activities and convenient travel to metropolitan areas. Situated on Long Island Sound, Fair-field’s 6-mile coast-line and pristine beaches are a sum-mer playground for water-sport enthusi-asts and sun worship-

pers alike. Overlooking the Mill River, several beautifully land-scaped parks offer the tranquil pleasures of picnicking, bicycling, walking and nature study. Residents may swim in freshwater at Lake Mohegan and, in the winter months, ice skating is enjoyed at Owen Fish Park, Sturges Pond and Gould Manor Park. Profes-sionals will find Hartford and Manhattan equidistant from this captivating atmosphere. Population: 59,404 (2010 Census)

Southport Harbor

Weir Farm, Wilton

Jennings Beach, Fairfield

South Norwalk

RecreationParks & BeachesCove Island ParkCove Road and Weed Avenue

Facilities include: beach with pavilion and concessions, marina, tennis courts, softball fields, horseshoe pits, playgrounds, skating rink, picnic areas, fishing, restrooms and parking. Beach sticker needed at this park.Soundwaters Environmental Education Group at Cove Island.

Terry Conners RinkCove Island Park

The rink is owned and operated by the City of Stamford, offering affordable hockey and figure skating programs for all residents of Stamford. The rink is home to Stamford Youth Hockey, Stamford Spinnakers Girls Hockey, Southern Connecticut Figure Skating Club, the Shadows Synchronized Skating Program, and Stamford, Westhill and Trinity Catholic High School hockey teams.

Cummings ParkShippan Avenue

Facilities include: beach with pavilions and snack bar, boardwalk and fishing pier, ma-rina and ramp, tennis courts, handball and basketball courts, playground, four softball fields, restrooms and parking. Beach sticker needed at this park.

Scalzi Park/Cubeta StadiumBridge Street and Washington Blvd.

Baseball, night lighting, Little League, softball, soccer, basketball, tennis, playground, bocce courts, fitness course, roller hockey rinks.

Reserved Picnic Areas in StamfordThe City of Stamford offers five reserved picnic areas throughout the city that are available for family outings and company picnics. For more information, call the Ca-shiering and Permitting Department at (203) 977-4692. Sites: Cove Island, Chestnut Hill Park, Edward Hunt, Scalzi Park and South-field Park. Fees depend on the site and the day of the week. Various sports equipment is available to rent for picnics and other events.

MuseuMs, Nature ceNters aNd theatersStamford Museum & Nature Center39 Scofieldtown Road

(203) 322-1646Working farm, live animals, observatory, events, museums and exhibits, many activi-ties for children. www.stamfordmuseum.org

Bartlett Arboretum151 Brookdale Road(203) 322-6971

Native Tree and Plant CollectionThe University of Connecticut at Stamford

Stamford Historical Society Museum1508 High Ridge Road (203) 329-1183

Soundwaters Environmental Education Center at Cove Island Park1281 Cove Road, Cove Island(203) 323-1978www.soundwaters.org

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Maritime Center of NorwalkPhone: (203) 852-070010 North Water Street

Maritime history, aquarium, exhibits, IMAX, educational programs, snacks, gift shop.

Mill RiverWashington Boulevard and West Broad

(2.4 acres). Walking path, benches, open area in downtown.

Mianus River Park & Glen Westover Road

(185+ acres). Con-servation site, nature trails.

Fort StamfordOff Westover Road

(6.9 acres). Historical City Park

Dorothy Heroy Complex Riding Stable Trail, off High Ridge Road

(15+ acres). Facilities include: outdoor pool, playground, tennis and platform tennis courts; basketball court, ball field, restrooms and parking.

Smith House Fitness/Nature Trail Developed by the Smith House Founda-tion. Take your time and enjoy nature while keeping fit. This nearly 1-mile trail is located adjacent to Smith House, entrance at Sco-fieldtown Park. • Parking for handicapped only at Smith

House• General parking at Scofieldtown Park

Avon Theatre Film CenterPhone: (203) 967-3660Fax: (203) 661-0320272 Bedford Street

The fully restored Avon Theatre features the best of independent, world and documen-tary films, foreign and Hollywood classics and educational programming.

The Ballet School of StamfordPhone: (203) 358-8853Fax: (203) 487-0271201 Summer Street

The Ballet School of Stamford offers excel-lent ballet training to all levels of students.

Their outreach program, “Dance for All,” developed with other educational institu-tions, achieves the goal of promoting and encouraging cultural diversity in ballet. BSS students perform in SCA’s production of Balanchine’s The Nutcracker, Peter and the Wolf, Hansel & Gretel and with the American Ballet Theater. www.bal- letschoolofstamford.org

Bow Tie Majestic TheatrePhone: (203) 323-1690118 Summer Street

Six screens showing first-run films. THX cer-tified, Dolby digital and DTS. Featuring

“Movies for Moms,” “The Email Club” and Kids’ Summer Film Fest.

Bow Tie Landmark 9 Theatre Phone: (203) 324-31005 Landmark Square

Nine screens showing first-run films. Dolby, digital and DTS. Featuring “The Email Club.” www.bowtiecinemas.com

CT Grand Opera & OrchestraPhone: (203) 327-2867307 Atlantic Street

Outstanding regional opera company, pre-senting fully staged operas and concerts, performing in Stamford’s Palace Theatre and Rich Forum.

New England Lyric Operetta, Inc.Phone: (203) 655-0566Fax: (203) 655-8066PO Box 1007

Professional company producing musical theater at Rich Forum.

Stamford Art AssociationPhone: (203) 325-1139Fax: (203) 359-111739 Franklin Street

Gallery Hours: Thurs & Fri 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Sat & Sun 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Fine arts center. Shows, juried by art professionals, expertly exhibited. Educational component. Ongoing local and national events.

Stamford Center for the Arts - Palace TheatrePhone: (203) 325-4466 or call telecharge at (800) 233-3123Fax: (203) 358-231361 Atlantic Street

The region’s premier center for the perform-ing arts offers world-class theater, dance,

music, comedy and family entertain-ment, plus changing art exhibitions in the galleries of both theaters. To keep up-to-date on all SCA events, visit www.scalive.org.

Stamford Center for the Arts - Rich ForumPhone: (203) 325-4466 or call telecharge at (800) 233-3123307 Atlantic Street

The region’s premier center for the performing arts offers world-class theater, dance, music, comedy and family entertainment, plus changing art exhibitions in the galleries of both theaters. To keep up-to-date on all SCA events, visit www.scalive.org.

Stamford Symphony OrchestraPhone: (203) 325-1407 x306Fax: (203) 325-8762263 Tresser Boulevard

The Stamford Symphony Orchestra is rec-ognized as the best professional orchestra between New York and Boston. Perform-ing October through April at the Palace Theatre, the SSO presents a broad range of musical programs, which provides for the enjoyment, education and enrichment of audiences throughout the area. Recognized by the New York Times as “a major cultural force,” the SSO offers concerts, music education programs for both adults and children, in-school programs and “SSO to Go” for private performances.

Service Profiles

Agora Spa at the Stamford Marriott Joycie Lewis ................... (203) 977-1234Associated Community Brokers Inc. Daniel F. Keane .............. (203) 259-7580Attorneys at Law Burt M. Hoffman LLC Burt Hoffman ................. (203) 977-2490Alvarez Landscaping & Masonry, LLC Flavio Alvarez ................. (203) 994-9364BrightStar Ray Boller ...................... (203) 883-8560Brother’s Interior & Exterior Service LLC Javier Monge ................. (203) 559-7813Building and Land Technology TJ White ......................... (203) 846-1900Carlie Painting & Home Improvement Carlie Lloyd ................... (203) 325-1720Cordes/ProAerial.com Aerial Photography Jim Cordes .................... (203) 733-7117Edgehill Elizabeth Dupree ........... (203) 595-2312First County Bank Jennifer Lima ................. (203) 462-4418Green Star Energy Solutions Bruce Benson ................ (203) 744-1144Hampton Inn & Suites Shelly Nishani ............... (203) 353-9855

Hoconpower/Hocon Propane David Gable .................. (203) 853-1500Burt M. Hoffman LLC Burt M. Hoffman ............ (203) 977-2490 Jonathan T. Hoffman ...... (203) 977-2432HomeGuard Environmental Gary Stone .................... (203) 323-8000Law Offices of Burt M. Hoffman, LLC Burt M. Hoffman ............ (203) 977-2490 Jonathan T. Hoffman ...... (203) 977-2432Law Offices of Eileen M. Pate, LLC Eileen Pate .................... (203) 359-2887Law Offices of Regina Volynsky, LLC Regina Volynsky ............. (203) 595-9556Lima Ceramic Tile Moe Makhraz................. (203) 325-9577Loan Solution Associates LLC Jon T. Hoffman Esq. ........ (203) 977-2488M.R.E. Painting Contractors Services LLC Mario Escalante ............ (203) 253-1463Maplewood Senior Living Andrea Ellen .................. (888) 444-4115Eileen M. Pate, Law Offices Eileen Pate .................... (203) 359-2887ProAerial.com Aerial Photography Jim Cordes .................... (203) 733-7117

Schede Plumbing & Heating Louis/Vivien Schede ..... (203) 969-2299Seaboard Properties Greg Stanton ................. (203) 357-1600SONO Fieldhouse Scott Johnson................ (203) 604-9030Spice Affaire Restaurant Shelly Nishani ............... (203) 353-1000Stamford Corporate Housing/ Seaboard Properties Greg Stanton ................. (203) 357-1600Stamford Marble Imports Maria Dantini ................ (203) 322-5457Stamford Wood Floors LLC Nelson Pinto .................. (203) 253-6977State Limousine Service Rashid Maramkhah ....... (203) 968-9696VCA Davis Animal Hospital Dianne Tomlinson .......... (203) 327-0300Villa Maria School Mary Ann Tynan ............. (203) 322-5886Regina Volynsky, Law Offices Regina Volynsky ............. (203) 595-9556

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Important NumbersEmergency Medical Fire & Rescue ..........................911Police (non emergency) ........................ (203) 977-4444Fire Company ..................................... (203) 977-4671Poison Information .............................. (800) 343-2722Animal Control ................................... (203) 977-4437

hosPitalsGreenwich Hospital ............................. (203) 863-3000Stamford Hospital ............................... (203) 325-7000Norwalk Hospital ................................ (203) 852-2000Silver Hill Hospital ............................... (203) 966-3561 GoverNMeNt officesAssessor’s Office ................................. (203) 977-5888Building Department ............................ (203) 977-5700Cashiering and Permits ....................... (203) 977-4979Citizens Service Center ....................... (203) 977-4140Finance Department ............................ (203) 977-4187Fire Marshal ....................................... (203) 977-4651Government Center ............................. (203) 977-5733Health Department .............................. (203) 977-4399Highway Department ........................... (203) 977-4140Human Services .................................. (203) 977-4070Law Department .................................. (203) 977-4081Mayor’s Office .................................... (203) 977-4150Probate Court ..................................... (203) 977-4640Public Safety ....................................... (203) 977-4153Recreation Department ........................ (203) 977-4688Registrar of Voters ............................... (203) 977-4012Town Clerk ......................................... (203) 977-4045

schoolsElementary Schools Davenport Ridge ................................. (203) 977-4291Hart Magnet ....................................... (203) 977-5082Julia A. Stark ...................................... (203) 977-4583K.T. Murphy ....................................... (203) 977-4516Newfield ............................................ (203) 977-4282Northeast ........................................... (203) 977-4469Rogers Magnet ................................... (203) 977-4560Roxbury ............................................. (203) 977-4287Springdale ......................................... (203) 977-4575Stillmeadow ....................................... (203) 977-4507Toquam Magnet .................................. (203) 977-4556Westover Magnet ................................ (203) 977-4572

Middle SchoolsCloonan............................................. (203) 977-4544Dolan ................................................ (203) 977-5082Scofield Magnet.................................. (203) 977-4351Rippowam.......................................... (203) 977-5255Turn of River ....................................... (203) 977-4284

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GIRLS’ SCHOOLSConvent of the Sacred Heart Students: 7201177 King Street, Greenwich(203) 531-6500Grade: PS-12

Greenwich Academy Students: 580200 N. Maple St., Greenwich(203) 625-8900Grade: PS-12

Lauralton Hall Students: 453200 High Street, Milford(203) 877-2786Grade: 9-12

CO-ED SCHOOLSAll Saints SchoolStudents: 750West Rocks Road, Norwalk(203) 847-3881Grade: PK-8 Bi-Cultural Day SchoolStudents: 4002186 High Ridge Road, Stamford(203) 329-2186Grade: K-8

The Children’s School Students: 83212 Gary Road, Stamford(203) 329-8815Grade: PS-8

Connecticut Friends School Students: 55317 New Canaan Road, Wilton(203) 762-9860Grade: K-8

Eagle Hill SchoolStudents: 25145 Glenville Road, Greenwich(203) 622-9240Ages: 6-16

Eagle Hill-SouthportStudents: 111214 Main Street, Southport(203) 254-2044Ages: 6-16

Greens Farms Academy Students: 60035 Beachside Avenue, Westport(203) 256-0717Grade: K-12

Greenwich Catholic School Students: 480471 North Street, Greenwich(203) 869-4000Grade: K-8

Greenwich Country Day Students: 743Old Church Road, Greenwich(203) 863-5650Grade: PS-9

King Students: 6851450 Newfield Ave., Stamford

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Landmark Academy Students: 64949 New Wilton Rd., Wilton(203) 544-2222Grade: PS-8

The Mead School Students: 4351095 Riverbank Rd., Stamford(203) 595-9500Grade: Infants-8

New Canaan Country SchoolStudents: 680545 Ponus Ridge, New Canaan(203) 972-0771Grade: PS-9

Pear Tree PointStudents: 21090 Pear Tree Point Road, Darien(203) 655-0030Grade: PK-5

Rye Country Day SchoolStudents: 800Cedar Street, Rye, NY (914) 967-1417Grade: PK-12

St. Cecilia Elementary SchoolStudents: 310 1186 Newfield Ave., Stamford(203) 322-6505Grade: PK4, K-5

St. Luke’s SchoolStudents: 490377 N. Wilton Rd., New Canaan(203) 966-5612Grade: 5-12

The Stanwich School Students: 437257 Stanwich Rd., Greenwich(203) 869-4515Grade: K-12

Trinity Catholic High School Students: 420926 Newfield Avenue, Stamford(203) 322-3401Grade: 9-12

Trinity Catholic Middle School Students: 235

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The Unquowa School Students: 303981 Stratfield Rd., Fairfield(203) 336-3801Grade: PK-8

Villa Maria SchoolStudents: 75161 Sky Meadow Drive, Stamford(203) 322-5886Grade: K-9

Whitby SchoolStudents: 370969 Lake Ave., Greenwich (203) 869-8464Grade: PS-8

The Wooster SchoolStudents: 44091 Miry Brook Road, Danbury (203) 830-3900Grade: K-12

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Elementary SchoolsDavenport Ridge1300 Newfield Avenue(203) 977-4291

Hart Magnet61 Adams Avenue(203) 977-5082

K.T. Murphy19 Horton Street(203) 977-4516

Newfield345 Pepper Ridge Road(203) 977-4282

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Rogers Magnet82 Lockwood Avenue(203) 977-4560

Roxbury751 West Hill Road(203) 977-4287

Springdale1127 Hope Street(203) 977-4575

Julia A. Stark398 Glenbrook Road(203) 977-4583

Stillmeadow800 Stillwater Road(203) 977-4507

Toquam Magnet123 Ridgewood Avenue(203) 977-4556

Westover Magnet412 Stillwater Avenue(203) 977-4572

Middle SchoolsCloonan11 West North Street(203) 977-4544

Dolan31 Toms Road(203) 977-4441

Scofield Magnet641 Scofieldtown Road(203) 977-4351

Rippowam381 High Ridge Road(203) 977-5255

Turn of River117 Vine Road(203) 977-4284

High SchoolsStamford High55 Strawberry Hill Avenue(203) 977-4227

Westhill High125 Roxbury Road(203) 977-4838

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Retirement Communities: What Are My Options?While continuing care retirement commu-nities (CCRCs) are designed to provide ful-filling housing and lifestyle options along with a long-term plan for future care, their offerings vary. Three types of continuing care retirement communities exist. Con-sider the following summary of each for the facts you need to know.

8LifecareA community like Edgehill offers full access to hous-ing, services and amenities, plus complete on-site long-term care with health care tax deductions. A one-time entrance fee and predictable monthly fee guarantees lifetime occupancy—and care is provided at predeter-mined, substantially discounted rates for as long as needed.

8Modified CCRCHealth care services may be available on- or off-site, with two monthly fees incurred if couples require differ-ent levels of care. Care is typically provided in one of two ways: either a limited number of free days included as part of the entrance fee with additional care at mar-ket rates; or an ongoing, minimally discounted rate for care.

8Fee-for-ServiceHealth care services are available at market rates charged on a per-service basis. Any additional costs for health care would be additional to the resident’s monthly fee.

The Edgehill AdvantageIn the Stamford/Greenwich area, only Edgehill offers you and your loved ones protection from the rising costs of long-term health care—currently averaging $425* per day for skilled nurs-ing—with financial predictability, 90 percent refundability of the entrance fee and care that is guaranteed for life. It is called the Edgehill Advantage—and no one else in this area has it. Through

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In addition, substantial tax deductions are available as a pre-paid medical expense at a Lifecare community—even while living independently. At Edgehill, it is a benefit that is easy to enjoy—residents receive a summary each year, indicating the percentage of fees allowed for deduction. Financial security is only the beginning of the Edgehill Advantage, and why families agree that Edgehill is unlike any other option available.

Families AgreeIt is easy to see why Edgehill is the smart choice for families today. Once you discover all Edgehill has to offer: greater inde-pendence and freedom, convenient opportunities for healthier living, a beautiful campus setting close to everything and lasting peace of mind. That is why Edgehill remains Southern Fairfield County’s choice for luxury Lifecare retirement living—and why you have to see it for yourself.

Now See for YourselfLearn more about your retirement community options in this area—and all the details of the Edgehill Advantage that could make a real difference for you and those you love. Stop by for your free copy of a guide book to continuing care retirement com-munities. Or call (800) 948-3489 or visit EdgehillCommunity.com today.

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Springdale886 Hope Street

Glenbrook2 Crescent Street at Glenbrook Road

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STATION PARKING The Parking Operator is Pro-Park. Please call (203) 327-7998 for more information.

ACCESSIBILITY Wheelchair access only. Platform is at grade; elevators to overpass.

TICKET OFFICE HOuRS (MAIN STATION)Mon-Thurs 6:45 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.Friday 6:45 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.Saturday 6:45 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.Sunday 6:45 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.Holidays 6:45 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.

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TAxISStamford Taxi(203) 325-2611Cabs meet most trains.

TICKET MACHINES Four ticket machines at this station. Two ticket machines are located next to the ticket office windows. One ticket machine is located on the Track Four platform by the elevator to the north overpass, and one ticket machine is located in the north overpass. Ticket machines accept cash, credit cards and debit cards.

DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO MAIN STATION AT SOuTH STATE ST.Northbound: From I-95 Northbound Exit 7, South State Street, Stamford. At end of ramp, continue straight on South State Street. At second light, turn right onto Washington Boulevard. After railroad underpass, make left into station parking garage. Station is on the left.

Southbound: From I-95 Southbound Exit 8, North State Street, Stamford. At end of ramp, continue straight on North State Street. At third light, make left onto Washington Boulevard. After railroad underpass, make left into station parking garage. Station is on the left.

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VOTER REGISTRATIONTo register to vote in Connecticut, you must be:• 18 years old on or before election day• A citizen of the United States• An established resident of Connecticut (proven by

automobile registration, driver’s license, rent receipts, etc. Check with your local Registrar of Voters to determine what is acceptable). Voter registration is permanent. You only need to re-register if you change your name or address.

AuTOMOBILE REGISTRATIONNew residents have 60 days to register their automobiles. You will need to bring:• Your out-of-state title and registration certificate• An insurance card, obtained from your agent; acceptable

form of identification• Proof of inspection of safety and emissions from a certi-

fied inspection station for vehicles 10 years or older, or VIN verification

• Costs vary from $38 to $75

DRIVER’S LICENSENew residents have 30 days to apply for a license. You need to bring:• Your current driver’s license, birth certificate or passport

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five or seven years. (Your date of birth and the date the license is issued determine the length of time it is issued for).

For your convenience, you may view and download all forms at www.ct.gov/dmv. Costs vary from $66 to $77.

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capital assets• Dividend tax, if adjusted gross income exceeds $20,000• State sales tax of 6 percent on nonexempt items.

Examples of exempt items include: food, prescription drugs, individual items of clothing that have a value of less than $50, property rentals, etc.

• Personal property tax includes items such as homes, cars, boats, etc.

• Cabaret tax on all sales of food and drink, where entertain-ment is provided and alcoholic beverages are served

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license or a liquor purchase card obtained from Department of Motor Vehicles

• Boats and RVs (boats with engines register with Department of Motor Vehicles)

• Hunting and fishing (issued by town clerks)• Guns: local police department issues permits only for their

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q Pack a box of personal items that will be needed immedi- ately at your new home. Ask the movers to load this box last or transport it yourself.

q Set aside those things that you are transporting yourself so that they are not mistakenly loaded by your mover.

q Contact your mover to confirm arrival time of the moving van.

8Moving Dayq Record all utility meter readings (gas, electric, water).

q Read your bill of loading and inventory carefully before you sign them.

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