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The Other Side of MothersA glimpse into the lives of three Ridgefield mothers who find meaning beyond the daily grind |
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Collectors WelcomeWhen these homeowners returned from abroad, they wanted an antique house large enough to hold the trappings of their travels. They found that and much, much more. A house that's been around more than 250 years is bound to have a few secrets. |
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Helping HaitiRidgefielders Betsy Brand and Lori Bova mobilized relief efforts within the community in response to the earthquake in Haiti. Creating Ridgefield Responds: Hope for Jacmel, Haiti and working with Haitian native Bonit Affriany and her Christ Love Center, Ridgefield helps feed 225 children daily. |
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Sleepin' Simone |
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Twinkle ToesPeggy Marconi and other several well-known local personalities performed in a Dancing With the Stars fundraiser for the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra. They paired with professionals from dance studios in town to raise money for the orchestra. |
Sphere of InfluenceSPHERE hosts its “American Idol”- inspired talent show May 21 and 22. This year’s event showcases actors, singers and dancers performing at the Ridgefield Playhouse. |
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Pastoral BeefHans Williams and Steve Metzker had recently started a company called Apple Ridge Farms, with the idea of raising free-range, grass-fed cattle without hormones or steroids. They chose Herefords, which produce fine cuts of beef. The duo have kept themselves busy revitalizing the pastures. |
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Ridgefield Visiting Nurse Association |
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Upright KidRidgefield High School football player Tommy Jordan is eagerly being recruited by D1 colleges, being offered full scholarships. His coach, Kevin Callahan, says Jordan is no doubt the best leader on the team. Talent and size are a big part of what college coaches look for, but character is also... |
Chamber Inaugural LunchThe Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce held its annual kickoff meeting and lunch in late January at Le Château. |
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Penguin PlungeA group of Ridgefielders took part in the March 6 Penguin Plunge in Westport to raise money for the Special Olympics |
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Woof, Woof, Woof, Woof, Woof“When animals come to ROAR, they are in a safe place. We make sure their bellies are full and they have a clean bed to sleep in,” proclaims ROAR president Mary-Jo Duffy. |
Lucky Dog |
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Outstanding GoalsA former footballer fields new talent |
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Schools of RockFour local students, Michael Rosamilia, Tucker Hearon, Cole Butchen and Richard Hume have come together to create a benefit concert for the Ridgefield Playhouse. The “Ridgefield Bandjam” is a talent contest open to middle school and high school bands in the area. |
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Deborah's DecadeRidgefielder Deborah Katchko-Gray was named one of 18 “Movers & Shakers” in Connecticut. She became a cantor 30 years ago, the second woman to do so in the Conservative Jewish movement and the first woman in Connecticut. She has been cantor at Temple Shearith Israel for ten years, but is also... |
