Local Resources
Take a look at some of the great things Newtown & Sandy Hook and Bethel & Brookfield have to offer. These resources are designed to help you move and get settled, and to acquaint you with the area after your move.
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| Schools | |
School Information - free school profiles
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| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
| Western Connecticut State University - Earn your degree at this local university with two campuses in Danbury. Also check out the many events they have going on, and their summer concert series at the Charles Ives Concert Park. | |
| Mortgage | |
| Brendon Fray - Brendon Fray, Home Mrtgage Consultant William Pitt Mortgage, an Affiliate of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Call toll free 1-800-977-7837, ext. 375 or 203-362-7570, or e-mail Brendon at brendon.fray@pittfinance.com. | |
Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
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| Area Information | |
| Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events | |
Community Information - free community profiles
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| CT Department of Motor Vehicles - CT's Department of Motor Vehicles website will give you all the information you need to change your address, get a new driver's license, car registration, etc. Find the DMV location closest to you, and print out the forms before you go. | |
| Bethel, CT - BETHEL: New England Charm, Healthy Development | |
| Bridgewater, CT - BRIDGEWATER: A Quiet Hide-A-Way | |
| Brookfield, CT - BROOKFIELD: A Modern Town with Historic Roots | |
| Danbury, CT - DANBURY: A Gateway To New England | |
| Monroe, CT - MONROE; named for President James Monroe, and nestled between Newtown and Trumbull | |
| Newtown, CT - NEWTOWN: A Rich, Historic Legacy | |
| New Fairfield, CT - NEW FAIRFIELD: A Lakeside Town | |
| New Milford, CT - NEW MILFORD: A Gateway To Litchfield County | |
| Oxford, CT - OXFORD: Small town with a rural feel | |
| Redding, CT - REDDING: A Rural Lifestyle | |
| Ridgefield, CT - RIDGEFIELD: Steeped In History | |
| Roxbury, CT - ROXBURY: A Town Nestled In The Northwest Hills Of Connecticut | |
| Sherman, CT - SHERMAN: Country Charm | |
| Southbury, CT - SOUTHBURY: Known For Its Rural Characteristics And Natural Beauty | |
| Calendar of Events | |
| Fourth of July Fireworks Alphabetically - Here is a link to all the fireworks displays in the area, listed alphabetically by town, and Danbury's is one of the first on Friday night, 7/2, at the Danbury Fair Mall. | |
| CT Fireworks Chronologically - Here Connecticut Magazine lists all the fireworks in the state chronologically which might make it easier for some who want to go every day!! | |
| The Ives Concert Park in Danbury - The Ives Concert Park continues their summer series next week with The Moody Blues on July 13, CAKE on 7/15, Widespread Panic on 7/23, Slightly Stoopid on 7/24, Willie Nelson on 7/31, etc., etc. | |
| This Weekend in Connecticut - This link will take you to things to do by county all over CT if you're looking for a weekend getaway or event. The default is for Fairfield County, but you can change the county or what you'd like to do. Enjoy!! | |
| Upcoming Acting Workshop at The Ridgefield Theater Barn - The Ridgefield Theatre Barn is pleased to announce their new adult workshop to kick off their 2010-11 season. This workshop is just the 'ticket' to help you get ready for upcoming opportunities to audition or perfect your acting techniques. The Barn is thrilled to be able to offer this class which will be taught by Susan Grace Cohen of NYU¿s Tisch School of the Arts and the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute, where she has been a faculty member for 20 years. | |
| Joan Armatrading and More at the Ridgefield Playhouse - Three times Grammy nominated British singer songwriter Joan Armatrading will be at the Ridgefield Playhouse on July 16th. She is the first female UK artist to have debuted at number 1 in the Billboards Blues charts. She is also the first female UK artist to be nominated for a Grammy in the blues category. Check out their site for lots of other events including family events, comedy and films. | |
| The C.H. Booth Library in Newtown "Happenings" - The Cyrennius Booth Library in Newtown always has something interesting going on, including "Fun with Duct Tape" on July 15th. On a different note, they are also offering job assistance programs, so definitely check out their website where there is something for everyone. | |
| Theatre on Ice at the Danbury Ice Arena - Enjoy Theatre on Ice, along with many other special events happening at the Danbury Ice Arena. Check their website for all the many events and details. | |
| Family Art Adventures - The Aldrich Museum of Contemporary Art in Ridgefield will be hosting Family Art Adventures on different days for all age levels. The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum is located at 258 Main St., Ridgefield, CT; 203.438.4519, www.aldrichart.org. | |
| Pow Wows in New England - The line-up of Pow Wows all over New England is on this site. Make plans to go during leaf-peeping season!! | |
| Newtown Hikers Spring Schedule - The Newtown Hikers is an open group welcoming anyone interested in hiking and the outdoors, hosting hikes every weekend starting at 9am from the lower rear pkg. lot at Edmund Town Hall. There is no fee, however hikers must sign a release at the Park & Rec office. They hike all over CT & NY, with a weekend trip in NH at the end of the season. For further info contact Ester Nichols at 203-788-1398 OR pilgrim555@charter.net, or the Parks and Recreations Dept. of Newtown at 203-270-4340. | |
| Sotheby's Upcoming Auctions of Fine Art, Jewels, etc. - Attend the Sotheby's Auction in New York for some of the Finest Art, Manuscripts, Photography, Furniture, Tapestries, Wines, etc., in their upcoming auctions at Sothebys New York on the Upper East Side at 1334 York Ave. at 72nd St. in Manhattan. William Pitt Sotheby's International Real Estate clients are invited any time; contact me for more info. While you're there, visit the Sotheby's Wine Shop on the main level. | |
| Central Park Happenings - Here's what's happening in Central Park; take a day (or night) trip to NYC and experience Central Park! | |
| Wednesday Night Poetry - Poetry (& great coffees, teas & games) every Wed. starting at 7:30 at Molten Java; 102 Greenwood Ave., Bethel. Call 203-739-0313 for further info. | |
| The Wizard of Oz and More! - The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts in Fairfield will be presenting The Wizard of Oz on July 9th, and ending with Sleeping Beauty on July 30th. There is also Fairfield University's Summer Festival Chorus auditions on June 15th, so check out their website. | |
| Newtown Events - Calendar of Events for all kinds of things happening in and around Newtown, places of interest to visit, fund raising events, etc. | |
| Arts, Culture & History Happenings - A calendar of events that is being built up to include all Arts, Culture & History events in the 10-town Housatonic Valley area. | |
| CT Calendar of Events - There's something for everyone here; find out everything that's going on in Connecticut! | |
| Pickin' & Fiddlin' Contest in Roxbury - Join in the fun at the 36th Annual Pickin' & Fiddlin' Contest in Roxbury which was postponed to its rain date of Sunday, July 11 at 12:00 pm at Hurlburt Park. Aside from the music, there will be crafts, food (including lots of varieties of chicken wings!), a playground, etc... | |
| Local Events, Entertainment | |
| Movie Theatres, Shows & Times - Movie theatres, with links, in the Greater Danbury Area | |
| 50 Great Things To Do in CT - A new adventure for every week of the year almost! | |
| Things to Do in Fairfield County - Find lots to do on this Calendar of Events in Fairfield County. | |
| New York City Pass - Visit 6 of NYC's top attractions in 9 days for half the price! See the American Museum of Natural History & Rose Center, the Empire State Building Observatory, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggeneim Museum, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMa), and either the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island or the Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise for just $74 for adults or $54 for kids. Also included in this savings booklet are coupons for Bloomingdales, hop-on hop-off trolleys, and restaurant discounts. | |
| Horseback Riding - Ride all year in their large indoor riding ring. They offer riding lessons, summer camp, clinics, gift certificates and birthday parties--everything for the horse enthusiast--right in Southbury. Visit their website or call 203-927-6189. | |
| Quassy Amusement Park - Fun for the whole family at Quassy Amusement Park, Water Park, & Beach, close by in Middlebury, CT. You can also have your own catered party there! | |
| Lake Compounce Theme Park - New England's Family Theme Park with rides, attractions, entertainment, and the Lake. Also, have your catered event or group outing here in nearby Bristol, CT. | |
| Danbury Rail Museum - Learn about the history of railroading, visit the museum, take an excursion; fun for the whole family. | |
| Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk - The Maritime Aquarium & IMAX Theatre always have something exciting going on for children of all ages. Located in nearby Norwalk, CT, there is always something new such as exhibits, behind-the-scenes tours, and summer camp. | |
| Bronx Zoo - The famous Bronx Zoo for kids of all ages; there's always something going on year-round. | |
| Brookfield Theatre for the Arts - Enjoy local theatre in Brookfield, and now plan ahead with a special "dinner theatre" package at Bailey's Backyard in Brookfield. | |
| Ridgefield Playhouse - Music, Dance, Theatre, Comedy, Lectures, Movies; they have it all! A sample of what's coming up: Roseanne Cash, Colin Hay, Gallagher, Gin Blossoms, Paula Poundstone, Allan Holdsworth, Martin Sexton, Popa Chubby, Yonder Mountain String Band, America, Indigo Girls, An Evening with Jeff Daniels, Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers, Hal Ketchum and Aztec Two-Step, Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes, Chuck Mangione, Eddie Money, etc... | |
| Ridgefield Theater Barn - Cabaret style seating; bring your own food and beverages, and enjoy quality local theatre. | |
| Ives Concert Park - Enjoy outdoor concerts featuring such names as Lyle Lovett, The Beach Boys, moe, and Ani DiFranco for starters for 2008. | |
| Danbury Music Centre - Musical performances--orchestras, choruses, bands, etc. Summer Enrichment program & classes for all levels. Annual Nutracker Ballet performances. | |
| Palace Theatre in Waterbury, CT - See outstanding Broadway shows, comedy, top musical artists, dance, lectures, and programs for all ages in nearby Waterbury at the beautifully refurbished Palace Theatre at 100 East Main St. right off of I-84 in Waterbury. Coming up are: Connecticut Dance Theater and the Arts, STOMP, James and The Giant Peach, Michael Amante, "HAIR," Natalie Cole, Lyric's Cabaret, Air Supply, "Movin Out," Gordon Lightfoot, etc. | |
| Long Wharf Theatre in New Haven - "Broadway Theatre" in Connecticut! | |
| Discount Broadway Show Tickets - Only an hour or so from Times Square, get discount Broadway show tickets in advance! | |
| More Discounts on & off Broadway - Another great site to get Broadway and off-Broadway tickets at substantial savings, along with info on NYC restaurants. | |
| New York City Opera - Enjoy the New York City Opera at Lincoln Center; just an hour's drive from northern Fairfield County, or hop the train and don't worry about traffic. Watch their website starting March 3, 2008 when they offer "Opera for All" tickets at just $25 each!! | |
| Dinner Theatre in Westchester County - If you don't want to go all the way to NYC, enjoy dinner & theatre in the heart of Westchester County. | |
| Aldrich Museum of Contemporary Art - Fine Museum of Contemporary Art right in Ridgefield, CT. | |
| Billiards - Shoot pool (and eat) at Boston Billiards in Danbury, CT. | |
| CT DEP - Outdoor Recreation, Calendar of Events, where to get permits & licenses, etc. | |
| McLaughlin Vineyards - 160 acre historic operation includes vineyards, hiking trails, wine education seminars, a sugar house, sugar maple trees, and even a 50 acre wildlife and bald eagle sanctuary right in Sandy Hoook, CT | |
| The Ives Concert Park in Danbury - The Ives Concert Park kicks off their summer series this Sunday, July 4th, with a free concert; the United States Air Force Band of Liberty will perform from 2-5pm, and gates open at 1pm. Other upcoming shows include The Moody Blues on July 13, CAKE on 7/15, Widespread Panic on 7/23, Slightly Stoopid on 7/24, Willie Nelson on 7/31, etc., etc. | |
| Foxwoods Resort & Casino - The world's largest casino also has entertainment, restaurants, hotels, shopping, salons, golf, etc., and a Mashantucket Pequot Indian Museum. Located in eastern CT, near Mystic. | |
| Mohegan Sun Casino - Connecticut's other casino, which also features top name entertainers, gambling, restaurants, shops, spa, etc., in eastern CT, close to Norwich, CT. | |
| Golf Courses in Connecticut - Find all the best golf courses in Connecticut. | |
| Golf Quest - Practice your putting on their driving range, take lessons, play miniature golf, practice in their batting cages, or have a party or meeting here. | |
| Ski in Connecticut - Ski day or night at Mohawk Mountain in West Cornwall, CT. | |
| Especially for Kids | |
| Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo - Enjoy CT's only zoo; open year-round. | |
| CT for Kids - A place for kids to learn all about CT. | |
| Discovery Museum - Hands on museum and planeterium geared towards children and families. | |
| Peabody Museum at Yale - Spend a day with the dinosaurs and the wonders of the natural world. | |
| Stepping Stones Museum - Interactive museum for children ages 1-10. | |
| Clubs, Hobbies, Organizations | |
| Newcomers Clubs in CT - Find a Newcomer Club all over CT, and/or a Mom's Club. | |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars - Find your local district and see all that is happening in the State of CT for Veterans of Foreign Wars. | |
| Candlewood Camera Club - Interested in photography, or learning about it? This club meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of every month for all levels from beginner to pro. Contact me for more info, as I am also the President of this Club! | |
| Hobbies & Crafts in Fairfield County - Looking for Arts, Hobbies & Crafts to do in the area? Check this site for many options! | |
| Adopt a Pet - Looking to rescue a dog or cat? Check out the DAWS website and see photos of animals needing adoption. | |
| Diabetes Club of Danbury - A support group for people with diabetes, their families and friends meets at Danbury Hospital on the 3rd Monday of the month in March, April, May, June, Sept., & Oct. The group meets in the back of the cafeteria located on the 3rd floor, South Bldg., from 7:30 to 9pm. For more info, visit the hospital's website. | |
| Rotary Club Newtown - Visit the Newtown Rotary Club website for their extensive calendar of meetings. | |
| Rotary Club of Brookfield - Join the Rotary Club of Brookfield every Monday. | |
| Rotary Club of Danbury - Join the Rotary Clubs in Danbury every Wednesday. | |
| Fishing in Connecticut - Find a place to go fishing in Connecticut. | |
| Dining | |
| The Inn at Newtown - Fine dining in downtown Newtown, an upscale nightclub; Proud Marys, and/or spend the night at the Inn! | |
| The Putnam House - Enjoy superb dining in an old Victorian mansion in quaint downtown Bethel, and/or listen to music on the patio in the summer while you dine outside. One of Bethel's best, and my personal favorite! | |
| My Place Restaurant - Family friendly dining; Italian food and pizza in downtown Newtown | |
| Franco's Pizza & Pasta - Pizza, Pasta and more in a family-friendly environment in Sand Hill Plaza Shopping Center | |
| Antonios Bistro - Enjoy fine Italian cuisine in Brookfield, and dine outdoors in the summer, conveniently located on Federal Road in Brookfield just past Costco heading north. | |
| The Spinning Wheel Inn - Fine dining in an elegant antique home setting in Redding, and seasonal dinner theatre shows. | |
| Ice Cream Shops in Fairfield County - Find all the best places to go for ice cream and other dining establishments in Fairfield County. | |
| Search for CT Restaurant - Search by cuisine, location, name, cost, etc., for a restaurant in CT. | |
| Shopping | |
| Danbury Fair Mall - Shop at one of the largest malls in the Country; major stores include Macy*s, JC Penney, Lord & Taylor, Sears, and Pottery Barn. Or join the "Mall Walkers" and get your exercise before the mall opens! | |
| Waterbury Mall - Huge shopping center(s) in Waterbury, CT. | |
| Westfield Mall in Trumbull - Shop the Westfield Mall in Trumbull just off the Merritt Parkway on the Trumbull/Bridgeport border. | |
| Wal*Mart - Shop at Wal*Mart on Route 6 (Newtown Road) in Danbury just off exit 8, and you'll also find Marshalls, Staples, PetSmart, Fashion Bug, Home Goods, Hallmark, and other stores in this shopping center. You'll also be surrounded by Friendlys, McDs, BK, Taco Bell, Dunkin Donuts, Bertuccis, Dennys, Ichiro Hibachi, Chilis, etc., and less than a mile north/east is Target. | |
| Caraluzzis Groceries & Wine - Family owned & operated; Caraluzzis in Bethel and Georgetown, along with Nutmeg Liquors in Bethel. | |
| Super Stop & Shop Groceries - Shop for groceries in Newtown or one of two stores in Danbury, or shop at home and have everything delivered. | |
| Big Y Groceries - Big Y Grocery stores in Newtown, Monroe, New Milford and newly opened in Bethel, CT. | |
| Shop Rite Supermarket - Shop for groceries and pharmacy items in Brookfield. | |
| Christmas Tree Shops - So much more than just holiday items; don't let the name fool you! Don't you just love a bargain?? | |
| CVS Pharmacies - Shop on line or at one of the many stores in every town. | |
| Famous Footwear - Shop on line, or at one of the many locations for shoes, shoes, shoes! | |
| Rite Aid Pharmacy - Several Rite Aid Pharmacies (formerly Brooks & Eckerd Pharmacies) in Bethel, Danbury, Brookfield, Monroe, New Milford and Ridgefield, CT. | |
| Trader Joe's - Healthy (mostly), organic and a lot of foods you won't find at your local grocer's. | |
| Local Services | |
| CT Department of Motor Vehicles - Whether you're new to the State and need a CT driver's license, or just need to change your address on your registration, you'll find all the information you need here. | |
| Associated Refuse - Reliable garbage pickup. | |
| Putnam Self Storage - Drive up and climate controlled self-storage. Clean, safe and secure units from 25 sq. ft. to 420 sq. ft. | |
| White Glove Cleaning - Wood Floor Rejuvenation; floor, carpet & upholstery cleaning, tile & grout cleaning & tile sealant. Contact whiteglove514@charter.net. | |
| Jensen Tire, Auto Marine - Car repairs, tires and marine services; conveniently located near Eichler Cove Marina. | |
| Belardinelli Tire & Car Care - For all your car care needs; located in Bethel, CT. | |
| Federal Towing & Car Care - Reliable 24-hour flatbed service towing in Danbury, CT. AAA approved. | |
| Club NewFit in Newtown - New fitness center in Newtown offering all kinds of classes such as Yoga, Zumba, Spinning, Cardio, Pilates, etc., and lots of extras such as racquetball, basketball, boxing, and a KidZone. Located at 23 Commerce Road in Newtown, you can reach them at 426-8591 for more info. | |
| Steven Landin, DMD - General dentistry with 2 locations; Newtown & Fairfield, CT | |
| The Fitness Loft in Newtown - Newly expanded, full service health club located at We are located on Rt. 25 (Main Street South) behind Newtown Car Wash: 3 Simm Lane. (203) 304-1400 | |
| New York Sports Clubs in CT - Full service health club, with clubs all over the Northeast. This one is located on Mill Plain Road in Danbury between exits 2 and 4 off of I-84. | |
| Bethel Veterinary Hospital - Quality health care for pets in a state of the art facility; from grooming to surgery to boarding, with a very caring staff. | |
| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
| Maps | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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| Relocation Links | |
| Newtown & Sandy Hook Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of information to help with every aspect of your move. | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| Official City Websites - find area info websites across the world! | |
| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
| Zillow - Compare neighborhood values. | |
| Tax Information | |
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