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Norwalk Named One of the Most Affluent Communities
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Our beautiful, charming seaport town of Norwalk, CT was recently named one of the nation’s most affluent cities, ranking #23 nationwide and #4 for the Northeast region, according to Portfolio.com. They had an intense data process for analyzing the different cities in the nation to determine which were considered the wealthiest, taking into account things like median household income, median home value, per capita income and the percentage of households with incomes of $200,00 or more.
Norwalk’s numbers are rather impressive:
- Median household income - $79,693
- Median home value - $504,100
- Per Capita Income - $45,867
- Households with an income of $200,000 or more - 12.7% Read More→
Where to Catch the Super Bowl in Norwalk
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Super Bowl Sunday is slightly more than one week away, do you have your plans yet? As the most anticipated sporting event of the entire year, people host parties and plan their entire weekend around the event. Even those that aren’t necessarily the biggest football fans enjoy watching the Super Bowl for the creative and entertaining commercials. Basically, almost every television in the United States will be tuned in to the Super Bowl on February 7th.
Believe me, we absolutely understand if you would rather spend the day at one of Norwalk’s sports bars than hosting a bunch of friends at your house. For residents at the Norwalk apartments Morningside Gardens, here is a list of some the best nearby places to catch Super Bowl XLIV:
- The Black Bear Saloon - The Black Bear SONO has 33 plasma screens and projector screens, all of which will be showing the big game. Basically, no matter where you are seated in the restaurant, you’ll have a great view of all the tackles, touch downs and field goals. Read More→
See Avatar in IMAX
Posted by: | CommentsConsidering the movie has already surpassed the $1 billion sales mark worldwide, there is a good chance that you have already seen James Cameron’s latest film Avatar. However, there is nothing like catching an epic adventure, such as this one, on the IMAX screen. The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk is home to an IMAX screen that is six stories tall and as wide as two tractor-trailer trucks parked nose-to-tail. Plus, the whole theater is wired with a laser aligned, 10,000 watt, digital surround system. Basically, these characteristics are a fancy way of saying that the IMAX experience will make you think you are actually a part of the movie. The richness of the color and incredible magnification of detail will ensure you pick up on every aspect of the film. So, make plans to see this historic film once more, only this time experience IMAX. For those that have yet to see the film, check out the trailer below:
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Discounted Day Trips and Getaways
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One of the best things about Connecticut is its proximity to so many great places. This holiday season, residents can travel with ease and avoid stress and traffic by taking advantage of fantastic travel deals and packages.
Amtrak has lowered their Northeast Regional fares and is now offering 25% off tickets booked 14 days in advance. For example, Boston is only a few hours from Stamford by train, and with the discounted rates, fares start at $41 each way. Or, Philadelphia fares start at $36 each way, Washington, D.C. fares start from $54 each way and Providence, RI can be seen starting at $33 each way.
The Metro North railroad is also offering specials on train fares, package deals with Broadway shows (including the Radio City Christmas Spectacular), world-renowned casinos and other great attractions in the New York area. Read More→
Holiday Home Safety Tips
Posted by: | CommentsIt’s so easy to get caught up in the spirit of the holidays that you forget some of the basic Christmas Tree safety practices, and, before you know it, your entire living room has caught fire!Unfortunately, there are many aspects about natural Christmas trees that can easily lead to your entire living room being engulfed in flames in just 30 seconds (just take a look at the video below). To help make sure your holiday season progresses without a hitch, the Norwalk Fire Department has a list of some common safety tips regarding Christmas trees to keep you and your family safe this holiday season.
Cut Your Own Christmas Tree
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Decorating a Christmas tree is one of the most fun ways to get your house ready for the holidays. Well, this year make the entire process an experience. Don’t just go to a local store and buy a fake tree or peruse the real trees that are on display. Instead, take your family on an adventure to a real Christmas tree farm, where you will walk through the trees until you find the perfect tree for you and your family. Then, cut down the tree yourself!
Fairfield County alone has seven different Christmas tree farms, making it convenient and easy for you to find shop for your tree. And, if you aren’t really in the mood to do your own cutting, then you can pick a pre-cut tree, but the important thing is that you’ll still be getting the experience of getting your tree from a real tree farm as well as supporting local farmers. Here are the Fairfield County tree farms: Read More→
Join the Junior League for the Winterfair Gift Market
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There is no better time than this weekend to start your holiday shopping because the Junior League of Stamford-Norwalk is hosting their 31st Annual Winterfair Gift Market on Friday and Saturday at the Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa. Shopping hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both Friday, November 13th and Saturday, November 14th.
This is really the perfect opportunity to shop for everyone on your list since there will be 40 different vendors offering a wide variety of products, many of which are one-of-a-kind handmade items that are sure to impress anyone, and prices. Shoppers will find their favorite merchants from years past as well as new retailers featuring fashion accessories, home décor, gifts and clothes for children and babies and gourmet food selections. Plus, gift-wrapping services will be available on site for you to take advantage of. Tickets are only $5 and parking is free! Read More→
Great Performers Come to Ridgefield Playhouse
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The Ridgefield Playhouse is gearing up to welcome to nationally-known performers. First, comedian Bob Saget is scheduled for Tuesday, November 10th. He may be best known for his role as Danny Tanner on Full House, perhaps the most successful family-oriented show of all time. He was also the host of America’s Funniest Home Videos, another family-friendly television show. However, his stand-up comedy act has an entirely different reputation for being hilarious, but also edgy. It’s a far cry from his days as Danny Tanner. This is definitely a show for mature audiences only. So, grab your adult friends and spend an evening rolling on the floor with laughter. The show starts at 8:00 p.m.
Then, just two days later on November 12th, Ani DiFranco performs at the Ridgefield Playhouse. She and her band will preview their new album Red Letter Year. She is a self-described little folksinger, and if you ask anyone that has seen her live performance, she is a must-see. Plus, she will welcome special guest Gaby Moreno, a soulful singer from Guatemala City. This concert is part of the Doyle Coffin Architecture Singer/Songwriter Series. The performance starts at 8:00 p.m. Read More→
Attend the Norwalk Symphony Concert with Stefan Jackiw
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On Saturday, October 17th, the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra is delighted to feature violin soloist Stefan Jackiw. This special event is actually the season opener for the 2009 - 2010 Symphony season. And, what a fantastic way to kick off the season.
At only twenty two, violinist Stefan Jackiw is recognized as one of the most significant artists of his generation with an exquisite insight and flawless technique that rivals many seasoned contemporaries. In the U.S., Mr. Jackiw has performed with the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony, the Chicago Symphony, the Minnesota Orchestra, the Baltimore Symphony, the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Boston Pops.
We are incredibly excited to have such an amazing artist performing with the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra. This is a concert you do not want to miss. So make your way to the Norwalk Concert Hall on Saturday, October 17th. The show starts at 8 p.m. Read More→
Enjoy New England’s Fall Foliage from the Water
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Don’t miss the opportunity to see Connecticut’s fall foliage like no other way possible - from the water. Not only do you get to see Connecticut’s trees blazing with bright yellows, oranges and reds, but you can simultaneously enjoy the beauty reflecting on the water. There is no other view like it and one way to see it - the Maritime Aquarium Fall Foliage Study Cruises.
These exciting outings reveal what is, to many, a surprising and amazing diversity of marine life just off our shores in Long Island Sound. Aquarium educators onboard put participants to work in collecting and examining animals from all levels of the water column: tiny wriggly plankton gathered at the surface (and viewed with a videomicroscope), little crabs and worms grabbed from the muddy bottom, and an always-unique variety of fish, crabs, lobsters and surprises brought up in the Oceanic’s trawl net. Read More→
