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Bethel
Situated among rolling hills, Bethel is primarily residential, with some
light industry. It often serves as a bedroom community for Danbury. During
the last 10 years the town has grown rapidly. Its location allows residents
to enjoy the resources of Hartford and New Haven. The town has carefully
cultivated its open space and lovely views. Residents enjoy a relaxed
shopping atmosphere in the towns
small shops and boutiques. Shopping centers and department stores are
available in nearby towns.
History
Bethel is the oldest of nine towns that make up the Housatonic Valley
region. It is named from the Hebrew word
House
of God.
Bethel was originally part of Danbury. It was incorporated in 1855.
Government
Board of Selectmen, Town Meeting
Town Facilities
Public recreation facilities include a 9-hole golf course at Terra-Haute,
skating and fishing at Putnam park, swimming at Meckauer Park and hiking at
Huntington State Park. Tennis players can play at an indoor facility at
Stony Hill.
Education
Bethel has two elementary schools, one middle and one high school. Bethels
public schools are all located on a beautiful, 140-acre educational park
near the center of town. In addition to Bethels
public schools, there is one parochial school: St. Mary=s
School (K-8).
Houses of Worship
8 churches
Hospitals
Danbury Hospital is a 10-minute drive.
Transportation
Bethel is served by Interstate 84 and by a spur of Metro-North that runs to
Danbury. Train time to NYC is 70 minutes. Drive time to Stamford is 55
minutes, 10 minutes to Danbury and 55 minutes to White Plains. Danbury
Municipal Airport provides charter service, while Westchester County Airport
in White Plains provides commercial domestic service.
Areas and Villages
Chimney Heights, Codfish Hill, Grassy Plain, Plumtrees
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Bridgeport
Located on Long Island Sound, Bridgeport is one of Connecticuts
largest cities and a busy commercial center. As the largest manufacturing
city in Connecticut, Bridgeport has over 500 industries and businesses
providing employment to its residents and surrounding communities. In recent
years, as the textile industry declined, Bridgeport fell on hard times, but
an aggressive revitalization effort is under way downtown. The city is rich
in ethnic variety, with over 125 national groups represented. Nicknamed the
Park
City,
a reflection of its 1,300 acres of beautiful parks, Bridgeport provides a
multitude of shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities.
History
Settled in 1639, Bridgeport is one of the oldest urban communities in North
America. With its excellent harbor at the mouth of the Pequonnock River, it
thrived as a seaport. Bridgeports
industrial boom, which began with textiles, coincided with the arrival of
the railroad in the region.
Government
Mayor, City Council
Town Facilities
Bridgeport has the largest zoo in the state. It has 25 parks and 37
playgrounds, along with large expanses of beach, a public golf course and a
marina.
Education
Eight parochial schools as well as the University School for Special Ed
(9-12). Thirty-three elementary and middle schools. Three high schools.
Located in the immediate area are:
University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport Engineering Institute, Housatonic
Community College, Fairfield University, Sacred Heart University
Houses of Worship
176 churches, 9 synagogues
Hospitals
Bridgeport has 3 excellent hospitals.
Yale New Haven Hospital is just 20 minutes away.
Transportation
Convenient access to Interstate 95 and Interstate 91 as well as to the
Merritt Parkway.
Daily commuter service to NYC is 80 minutes. Drive time to White Plains is
about 40 minutes; 30 minutes to Stamford; 35 minutes to Danbury; 20 minutes
to New Haven. TweedNew Haven Airport is the fastest growing satellite
airport in the Northeast. It provides regional commercial airport service as
does the Westchester County Airport in White Plains and the Bridgeport
Sikorsky Airport. There is regularly scheduled limousine service to the New
York airports; the ride is approximately 70 minutes.
Areas and Villages
Beardsley Park, Black Rock, Brooklawn, East End, Lake Forest, Mill Hill,
Treeland
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Brookfield
Brookfield is an attractive community situated in the foothills of the
Berkshires. It is a rapidly growing, primarily residential town. Good
planning and zoning have allowed the town to retain its traditional
atmosphere and meet the challenge of growth. The town has over 200 acres of
open space. It is bounded on the west by Lake Candlewood and the east by
Lake Lillinoah and the Housatonic River. These large lakes afford residents
many water-related activities such as swimming, boating and fishing. Most of
the newer homes are located in the lake areas. Many of the homes of
historical interest are located in the older section, Brookfield Center,
which preserves the charm of the early 1700s village.
History
Brookfield was founded in 1788. Originally part of Danbury, it was largely
an agricultural community with its early industries grist mills, saw mills
and ironworks. It remained a quiet town until it began to experience fast
growth in the 1960s.
Government
Board of Selectmen, Town Meeting
Town Facilities
The town has a 9-hole golf course, tennis courts and town parks with beaches
and boat launching, ball fields, and play-grounds. The town YMCA is popular.
Large shopping centers are located in nearby Danbury.
Education
St. Joseph parochial school (K-8). There are 3,022 students enrolled in the
public school system. The western Connecticut State College campus is a
short distance away.
Houses of Worship
12 churches
Hospitals
Danbury hospital is a 15 minutes drive.
Transportation
Easy access to Interstate 84 and 684 as well as Route 7. Danbury is a
15-minute drive, where a spur of Metro-North Railroad provides train access
to the coast and to Grand Central Station in New York City. Train time to
NYC is 80 minutes. The Danbury airport provides limousine service to New
York City airports. Drive time to Stamford is about one hour.
Areas and Villages
Brookfield Center, Ironworks Hill, Candlewood Lake, Long Meadow Hill
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Danbury
The principal industries in Danbury are aeronautical equipment, publishing,
clothing, leather goods, machinery, surgical instruments and toys. However
80% of the land is devoted to residential living. Recreational opportunities
abound in Danbury. There are several large state parks nearby for camping
and hiking. The many lakes, such as Candlewood Lake (18 miles away) and Lake
Kenosia provide opportunities for boating, swimming and fishing.
History
Danbury was settled in 1684 by eight families from Norwalk who started a
fur-trading business. When the Revolutionary War began, Danbury became a
provision center. After the war, so many hat-makers started up business in
the city it became know as
Hat
City. Danbury had the largest population growth of any Connecticut city in
the 1970s.
Government
Mayor, City Council
Town Facilities
Danbury has an active YMCA, three 18-hole public golf courses as well as
numerous indoor and outdoor tennis courts. Danbury has excellent shopping
both downtown and conveniently located nearby.
Education
Danbury has 13 elementary schools, 2 middle schools and 1 high school. There
are 6 parochial schools and one private school, Wooster (K-12).
Western Connecticut State College is in Danbury.
Clubs
Eight private golf clubs
Houses of Worship
19 churches and synagogues
Hospitals
Danbury Hospital is affiliated with Yale University and the New York Medical
College as a teaching institution.
Transportation (trains, highways,
airports)
Southern Fairfield and Westchester counties are convenient because of easy
access to Interstate 684 and 84. Danbury has a commuter railroad station on
a spur of Metro-North. The trip to NYC takes 80 minutes. Drive time to
Stamford is 50 minutes, drive time to NYC is approximately 70 minutes.
Danbury Municipal Airport, one of the busiest general aviation fields in CT,
books domestic flights to and from Danbury via either JFK or La Guardia. The
airport is also a center for limousine service to the NYC airports.
Areas and Villages
Aunt Hack, Germantown, Great Plain, Hayestown, Kenosia, Long Ridge, Marjorie
Manor, Mill Plain, Miry Brook, Pembroke, Shelter Rock, Stadley Rough,
Wooster Heights
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Darien
One of Connecticuts
premier Gold Coast towns, Darien is a truly residential community. The town
is zoned up to two acres with no industry. The towns
coastal area is known for its beautiful beaches. Darien is a bustling,
family-oriented town. The downtown area has several small shopping centers
offering upscale merchandise. Careful planning and zoning have helped the
town
retain its picturesque beauty and colonial ambiance. Darien has its own
weekly newspaper, the Darien News-Review.
History
Darien traces its beginning to 1645 when the land between the Noroton River
and Five Mile River was purchased from Native Americans. Early settlements
began along the Sound, where grist and saw mills could operate by water
power. There was a lively sea trade between Boston and New York. In 1848,
the New Haven Railroads
introduction caused a shift in business from the harbor to the railroad
station area. Around this time a gradual increase in population occurred
with the arrival of immigrants from Ireland and Italy. After the Civil War,
many wealthy New Yorkers began to build summer homes along the shoreline.
From the time the Connecticut Turnpike came through in the 1950s, the towns
population has steadily grown.
Government
Five-person Board of Selectmen and a 100-member Representative Town Meeting.
Members are elected on a non-partisan basis.
Town Facilities
The town has 6 parks for family outings and special events as well as a
public marina and 2 beaches on Long Island Sound. Weed Beach is 18 acres,
has 7 tennis courts and 4 paddle tennis courts. Pear Tree Point Beach is 3.5
acres. In addition, Darien has many fine restaurants and elegant shops.
Education
The public school system has 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools and one
high school. Bus
service is provided to all students beyond a one-mile radius. There are no
parochial schools and 2 private schools: Pear Tree Point (K-5) & Plumfield
(1-5).
Clubs
Darien has 3 private country clubs; several beach and yacht clubs; a tennis
club; and a famous riding club called, Ox Ridge Hunt Club.
Houses of Worship
12 churches
Hospitals
Outstanding hospitals located nearby are in: Stamford, Norwalk & Greenwich.
Transportation (trains, highways,
airports)
Daily commuter service from two town stations to Grand Central Station via
Metro-North. Average time is 60 minutes. There is easy access by car to the
Merritt Parkway and Interstate 95. The driving time to Stamford is 10
minutes; Bridgeport is 25 minutes; White Plains is 35 minutes; Danbury is 45
minutes. The nearest regional airport is Westchester County Airport in White
Plains. Limousine service is available to the NYC airports.
Areas and Villages
Noroton, Noroton Heights, Tokeneke
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Easton
Easton is primarily single-family residences in a rural setting.
Ninety-three percent of the town has 3-acre zoning; the remainder is
primarily one-acre zoning. Part of its charm lies in its many reservoirs
surrounded by hundreds of protected watershed acres. Easton has a library
and a general store, but virtually no shopping. Major shopping centers are
within a 5-mile radius.
History
First settled in 1757, Easton was primarily an agricultural community with
farms, nurseries and orchards.
Government
Board of Selectmen, Town Meeting
Town Facilities
Ball fields, tennis courts and parks (including one with a swimming lake).
Golf, tennis and swimming are available at private clubs. A local stable
provides horseback riding.
Education
Easton is part of a regional school system. Easton has an elementary (K-5)
and a middle school (6-8). High school students attend the Regional High
School in Redding, CT.
Houses of Worship
4 churches
Hospitals
Easton is served by the Bridgeport hospitals that are about 15 minutes away.
Transportation
Easton is well suited for commuting via the Merritt Parkway. The drive to
Stamford takes about 20 minutes; Danbury takes 30 minutes; and White Plains
takes 50 minutes. Bridgeport and Fairfield are just minutes away. The
closest Metro-North station is in Fairfield. An express train to NYC takes a
little over an hour. Domestic air transportation is available at Westchester
County Airport in White Plains and at the Bridgeport Sikorsky Memorial
Airport. International flights are through the NYC airports.
Areas and Villages
Aspetuck, Easton Center
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Fairfield
For overall quality of life, Fairfield rates as the #2 city in the state.
Only Greenwich received a better rating. Fairfield is a modern residential
city that has managed to retain much of its original charm. Each section of
town has its own distinct personality. For instance, the exclusive Southport
section with its quaint village and lovely homes on the water is truly a
spectacular place to live. Fairfield has two major shopping areas, one along
the Boston Post Road and the other on Black Rock Turnpike.
History
In 1637, when settlers defeated the Pequot Indians, they liked the beautiful
open fields and waterfront views so much that they decided to remain. The
town was named for the hundreds of acres of salt marsh bordering Long Island
Sound. Black Rock Harbor, now part of Bridgeport, developed into a leading
shipping port. In 1779, Fairfield was invaded by the British and burned.
After the war the town was rebuilt. Many of these Revolutionary War homes
remain scattered throughout the town.
Government
Board of Selectmen, Representative Town Meeting.
Town Facilities
The city has 23 tennis courts, 3 public golf courses, 5 salt water beaches,
a fresh water lake and beach, 2 marinas and a deep water harbor in
Southport. The Audubon Society maintains a 100-acre wild life sanctuary in
the heart of the Greenfield Hill area.
Education
In addition to the fine public schools (8 elementary, 2 middle and 2 high
schools), there are 10 private and parochial schools.
Fairfield is home to 2 universities, Fairfield University and Sacred Heart
University. The University of Bridgeport is just a few minutes away.
Clubs
3 private country clubs.
Houses of Worship
32 churches, 2 synagogues
Hospitals
The three Bridgeport hospitals are only 15 minutes away.
Transportation
Fairfield has a stop on the main line of the Metro-North Railroad. The
commute time to NYC is about 70 minutes. Interstate 95 and the Merritt
Parkway provide easy access to all of the coastal cities in Fairfield
County. Drive time to Stamford is 20 minutes and 45 minutes to White Plains.
A minibus system connects Fairfield to its neighboring communities. Domestic
air transportation is available at Westchester County Airport in White
Plains and at the Bridgeport Sikorsky Memorial Airport. International
flights are through the NYC airports.
Areas and Villages
Brooklawn, Grassmere, Greenfield Hill, Lake Hills, Rock Ridge, Sasco,
Southport, Stratfield, Tunxis Hill, University
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Greenwich
Greenwich is the premier Gold Coast town, its unique beauty preserved by
very careful town planning and zoning. Like Beverly Hills, Greenwich has the
rare distinction of being one of those recognizable names. Although
Greenwich conjures up thoughts of stately country homes and waterfront
estates, it is much more. It is rated the number one city in Connecticut for
quality of life. Besides being top rated for safety and schools, Greenwich
has a vast wealth of attractions. Whether you look at the picturesque
shopping area, the personal service provided by its mix of elegant shops,
its fantastic library or its 50 fabulous restaurants, Greenwich has it all.
Recently Connecticut=s
Best Dining guide, which covers the
entire state, gave 19 of Greenwich=s
restaurants top honors. Of the 20 best restaurants in the state, four were
located in Greenwich.
History
Named for Greenwich, England, Greenwich was purchased from Native Americans
in 1614 by Dutch settlers. Greenwich remained a small community until the
1920's when the town began to grow and land values began to soar. By 1928,
Greenwich lead the nation in per capita wealth.
Government
Board of Selectmen, Representative Town Meeting (229 members).
Town Facilities
Greenwich has 32 miles of coastline, with its main beaches (open only to
Greenwich Residents) at Greenwich Point (147 acres), Byram Beach and the two
city-owned islands (Captains Island & Island Beach). Greenwich has 8,000
acres of protected land, over 1000 acres of town parks, 35 town tennis
courts (not including the YMCA and YWCA Courts), an indoor ice rink, 14
public marinas and an 18-hole golf course. Music lovers enjoy the Greenwich
Philharmonic, while the Bruce Museum appeals to everyone.
Education
Greenwich public schools (10 elementary, 3 middle and 1 high school) are
rated number one in Connecticut. In addition, Greenwich has 30 independent
pre-schools and nine excellent private and parochial day schools.
Clubs
9 yacht clubs, 8 country clubs and one tennis club.
Houses of Worship
34 churches, 3 synagogues
Hospitals
The 296-bed Greenwich hospital is an affiliate of Yale University School of
Medicine. It is a state-of-the-art hospital, providing the town with
excellent health care.
Transportation
Greenwich is just minutes from Westchester Airport, making commuting to
nearby cities such as Boston or Washington easy. Greenwich is only 43
minutes from New York City by train. There are 4 train stations conveniently
located throughout the town. In addition, Interstate 95 and the Merritt
Parkway traverse Greenwich, giving it excellent regional accessibility. It
takes about 10 minutes to drive to Stamford, about 60 minutes to Danbury and
approximately 15 minutes to White Plains. The Connecticut Limousine provides
easy and quick access to NYC=s
international airports; La Guardia is about a 45-minute drive.
Areas and Villages
Byram, Cos Cob, Mianus, Old Greenwich, Glenville, Riverside
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Monroe
Monroe is an attractive, quiet, rapidly growing community. Stately
historical homes and the Town Hall surround the attractive Town Green.
Monroe=s
one to three-acre residential zoning has enabled it to keep its rural charm
and blend the New England character of the town with carefully planned
industrial districts. Monroe has no real downtown store area, but has a
wide variety of convenient shopping malls. There is also easy access to
large shopping centers located in Trumbull, Bridgeport and Danbury. Monroe
is a town of young families, 85% of whom commute to other towns, principally
to Bridgeport (12 miles), Danbury (12 miles) and Hartford (35 miles).
History
In 1823, Monroe was incorporated and named after the fifth President of the
United States. The town was originally part of a parcel of land that
encompasses Stratford. Reminders of the town=s
quiet history linger in the churches and homes of its first settlers which
have been preserved. The East Village Schoolhouse was restored by the
historical society and is used for
Aliving
history@
classes for school groups.
Government
Board of Selectmen and a 9 member Town Council
Town Facilities
Monroe has over 300 acres of public land. Wolfe Park, the largest park,
offers a heated indoor and an outdoor swimming pool, 8 tennis courts,
basketball, playing fields and a skating pond. Also available in the area is
an abundance of hiking trails, fishing and canoeing opportunities. Residents
can use Penfield Beach in Fairfield or Seaside Beach in Bridgeport. Whitney
Farm Golf Course has 18 holes. Cricker Brook Farms Riding Academy has stalls
for 30 horses.
Education
3 elementary, 1 middle and 1 high school.
Houses of Worship
8 churches, 1 synagogue
Hospitals
Bridgeport hospitals
Transportation
Commuting to NYC is a 30-minute drive to Fairfield and a 70-minute ride on
Metro-North. Monroe is withing striking distance of the Merritt Parkway and
Interstate 84 making commuting to major job centers easy.
Areas and Villages
East Village, Monroe Center, Stepney, Stevenson
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New Canaan
Even though it is not directly on the coast, New Canaan is considered one of
the four towns (the others being Greenwich, Darien & Westport) that make up
Connecticut=s
elite Gold Coast. The town has retained much of the charm that outsiders
expect from New England. New Canaan is a charming mixture of town and
attractive residential homes in a rural atmosphere. Like Greenwich, it has
become a magnet for the affluent. New Canaan=s
shopping area is compact, but you can find almost everything you want among
its delightful specialty stores, food shops and fine restaurants. The town
has one of the best weekly newspapers, the
ANew
Canaan Advertiser.@
History
The town was settled in the first part of the 18th
century. New Canaan was originally known as
ACanaan
Parish.@
It was established as an ecclesiastical society, taking is name form the Old
Testament
ACanaan@.
By 1800, the town=s
separation of civil and ecclesiastical affairs was complete and the town was
renamed New Canaan. Prior to the Revolutionary War the town was primarily an
agricultural community. After the arrival of the railroad in 1868 many of
New York=s
wealthy began to build beautiful summer homes in New Canaan.
Government
Board of Selectmen and 12 member Town Council
Town Facilities
The town has 405 acres of park land, 300 of which are in the Waveny Park.
These provide amenities such as skating, tennis, paddle courts, football and
baseball. In addition, the YMCA, with its two indoor pools, is very popular.
The largest independent art center in the east is located in the Silvermine
area of New Canaan.
Education
3 elementary, 1 middle and 1 high school, 2 private and 1 parochial schools
Clubs
New Canaan has one country club with an 18-hole golf course, plus four other
clubs offering tennis, swimming and skating.
Houses of Worship
11 churches
Hospitals
New Canaan is served by hospitals in Norwalk, Greenwich and Stamford. The
Waveny Care Center provides out-patient care, the Silver Hill Foundation is
a world famous private sanitarium.
Transportation
New Canaan is on a special spur of the main Metro-North commuter line that
connects the Talmadge Hill area of Stamford and New Canaan. The commute time
to NYC is approximately 70 minutes. The Merritt Parkway runs through the
town providing easy access to Connecticut=s
costal towns. Drive time to Stamford is 15 minutes; Danbury is 30 minutes.
Areas and Villages
Talmadge Hill, Silvermine
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New Fairfield
New Fairfield is a quiet bedroom community, serving primarily Danbury. The
town itself retains the rural charm of earlier years. The town shopping
provides all daily needs, with nearby Danbury meeting more sophisticated
shopping requirements. The town borders on the shore of Lake Candlewood.
History
The town was settled in 1707 by families from Fairfield. In 1442 the grant
area was divided into what is now Sherman and New Fairfield. Like many
Fairfield County towns, New Fairfield had its beginnings as an agricultural
community which was later joined by saw and grist mills. The area was the
site of what was called the Big Basin, a valley area rich in timber. In
1927, the Big Basin was flooded and Candlewood Lake was created.
Government
Board of Selectmen, Town Meeting
Town Facilities
Lake Candlewood is the center of most recreation in the town. The Town Park
is a sand beach on Lake Candlewood which is for the exclusive use of town
residences.
Education
2 elementary, 1 middle and 1 high school.
Clubs
No major clubs
Houses of Worship
5 churches
Hospitals
New Fairfield is served by Danbury and New Milford Hospitals.
Transportation
New Fairfield is served by the Danbury station of Metro-North=s
New Haven Line. In addition, there are nearby stations at Brewster, Croton
Falls, Purdy=s,
Golden=s
Bridge and Katonah which are part of Metro-North=s
Harlem Line. Interstate 84 is near New Fairfield, giving the town good
access to central Connecticut and Westchester County. The drive to Stamford
takes 35 minutes, the drive to Danbury is 10 minutes.
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Newtown
Newtown has a significant population and is Connecticut=s
third-largest city in land area, yet it is primarily single-family
residences. Newtown=s
early planning has succeeded very well in preserving the atmosphere of its
early colonial origin. The broad main street is lined with large, well-kept
houses of the late 18th
and 19th
centuries. Although some shopping facilities are available in Newtown, more
extensive shopping is available in nearby Danbury, Southbury and Trumbull.
History
Settlers from Stratford settled in the area about 1705. They planned a
peaceful and spacious community, which they called Newtown. Agriculture was
the center of life until the arrival of the railroad brought business and
industry to the area.
Government
Board of Selectmen and Town Meeting
Town Facilities
In addition to the two beautiful lakes that border Newtown, there are two
town parks, two state parks, two riding academies, two golf courses, tennis
courts, ball fields and boat launching areas.
Education
4 elementary, 1 middle and 1 high school, 1 parochial school (K-8) and one
private (K-12)
Houses of Worship
Several churches and synagogues
Hospitals
Danbury Hospital services the town.
Transportation
Newtown has a good commuter location with Interstate 84 and U.S. Highway 25
crossing through it. The train from Brewster station to NYC takes 90
minutes. The drive to Stamford takes 50 minutes. The drive to Danbury is 15
minutes.
Areas and Villages
Botsford, Borough, Hattertown, Hawleyville, Sandy Hook, The Lake
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Norwalk
The city of Norwalk, the sixth-largest in Connecticut, is truly
multi-faceted. Sometimes called the
AScience
City,@
Norwalk has long been considered a primary center for trade and industry in
Fairfield County. Norwalk has the headquarters and operations of many large
companies such as Perkin Elmer and U.S. Surgical. In addition, Norwalk is
the site of the rapidly growing Norwalk Technical Institute. The harbor
district (South Norwalk or
ASono@)
has a very different personality, with its many interesting restaurants and
art galleries. In addition, Norwalk encompasses a semi-independent
waterfront area, Rowayton, which provides its residents with a great variety
of recreational facilities. Norwalk has attracted a number of large chains,
discount stores and specialty shops. As a result, almost anything you want
can be purchased there. In fact, one of the city=s
stores, Stew Leonards, has become so well known that people from New State
travel there to buy their groceries.
History
Norwalk was purchased from the Sinawoy Tribe in 1651. Norwalk quickly became
a fishing port and shipping harbor. After the Civil War, Norwalk grew
steadily as a business center, particularly for textiles. With the advent of
the railroad, other businesses began to be attracted to the city. After the
In 1921, by a special act of the Connecticut Legislature, Rowayton was
created as a special tax district, to provide for its residents services
which they felt were not adequately provided by the city.
Government
Mayor and a 15-member City Council.
Town Facilities
Norwalk has over 700 acres of public parks and beaches. The public golf
course, Oak Hills, is 125 acres. There are 53 public tennis courts, numerous
public marinas and a well equipped YMCA. The Maritime Center, is a marvelous
aquarium/entertainment center.
Education
12 elementary, 4 middle and 2 high schools and the Center of Vocational
Arts.
Norwalk has 4 Parochial Schools and the Norwalk Technical Institute
Clubs
Norwalk and Rowayton have a great variety of golf, swimming, tennis, beach
and boating clubs.
Houses of Worship
66 churches and 3 synagogues
Hospitals
Norwalk Hospital is affiliated with the Yale Medical School.
Transportation
Norwalk has four train stations for Metro-North, one in Rowayton, one in
South Norwalk, one near the technical college and one in East Norwalk. The
commute to NYC is 60 minutes by express train. It takes 10 minutes to drive
to Stamford and 45 minutes to Danbury. Interstate 95, the Merritt Parkway
and Route 7 run through Norwalk.
Areas and Villages
Belle Island, Broad River, Brookside, Cranbury, East Norwalk, Harborview,
Rowayton, Sasqua Hills, Silvermine, South Norwalk (Sono), West Norwalk,
Wilson Point, Wolfpit
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