President`s Letter - Rowayton Civic Association

Fall/Winter 2016
The Rowayton Civic Association
Committed to Community
President’s Letter
Andy Meyerson
RCA Board President
As the Summer sun sets and the Autumn harvest
arrives, Rowayton continues to demonstrate why
it’s such a glorious place to live. The New England
air becomes crisp and cool, the foliage takes on
beautiful colors and farm stands fill with mums,
crunchy apples and orange pumpkins. As vacations end and school starts, we reflect on a
Summer that was filled with beaching, boating,
and jumping off the Bell Island bridge, with
RCA events that filled our weekend calendars:
• The Comedy Weekend brought two nights of laughter in May
• The Memorial Day Parade reminded us that we live in a small town with a
tight knit community with much to be thankful for
• The Father’s Day Fun Run tested our fitness and stamina in a casual 5k run
• Independence Day brought an afternoon and evening filled with music
and the best Fireworks display in Fairfield County
• The River Ramble had the biggest crowds ever with beer, food and game
tickets selling out
• The Summer Music Festival continued to offer an unprecedented assembly
of talent every Sunday evening
• The Cinema on the Sound debuted with 3 fun movies in beautiful outdoor
settings
• The Ladrigan Swim Races closed the summer season, with a day of fun at
Bayley
Autumn is an equally beautiful time in Rowayton. Although the days get
shorter, and the temperatures get cooler, it’s still plenty nice outside to enjoy
our beaches, our waterways, and our beautiful walking village. During the
Fall, the RCA maintains a calendar of events enjoyed by all ages; Youth Soccer
and Underground start right after Labor Day, the Fourth Annual Oktoberfest
is scheduled for October 1, and the Halloween Haunted House will take
place on October 23. Then to bring 2016 to a close, the RCA stages our trio of
holiday celebrations: Light Up Rowayton, the annual Santa Run and our much
celebrated Nativity Pageant.
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This past year the RCA made a big effort to go beyond just organizing events
and granting financial assistance to non-profit groups. We’ve made an effort
to increase our communication to the community so that residents are
abreast of events, hearings and public gatherings. We’ve grown our email list,
we’ve migrated to a new Facebook page, and we’ve redesigned our website
www.rowaytoncurrents.com to have a cleaner look that includes a calendar
of events and all Rowayton happenings.
The RCA continually looks to improve our promise stated in our mission,
which is to enrich the lives of Rowayton residents through providing cultural
programs, educational events and supporting local community initiatives.
To accomplish this mission, the RCA Board now has 25 members, who are
dedicated, committed, and hardworking whose volunteerism allows us to
have so many wonderful things to enjoy in town.
The RCA wouldn’t exist without donations made by generous residents,
friends and sponsors. As our events continue to grow, so do our needs for
additional support. Please consider donating to our upcoming annual fund
or sharing your talents by joining the RCA as a Board Member. Your support
allows us to give back, not only to our own events, but also to the educational and cultural institutions that make our little community truly special.
We have been fortunate enough this year to provide grants to: Rowayton
Elementary School, Roton Middle School, Brien McMahon High School,
Rowayton Gardeners, Rowayton Little League, Underground, Shakespeare
on the Sound, The Rowayton Library and Norwalk Youth Basketball.
More and more I hear from residents “Thank you for what the RCA does
for the town.” Hearing that and knowing that the RCA makes a difference
is truly one of the greatest rewards. I’m going on my 18th year as a resident
and it’s been an honor to lead the RCA filled with amazing volunteers who
also love making a difference.
See you around town.
o w a y t o n
Andy Meyerson
RCA Board President
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The mission of the Rowayton Civic Association is to enrich the lives of Rowayton residents and neighbors through
providing cultural programs, educational events and supporting local community initiatives. The RCA invites all
residents to become involved in the RCA through volunteerism and helping to identify the needs of our community.
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Rowayton Civic Association Annual Meeting
Monday, February 6, 2017 @ 8:00pm at the Community Center
Master Calendar*
Join the RCA Board and Rowayton residents at the RCA Annual Meeting to
approve the 2016-17 budget and vote in the new board members. Visit www.
rowaytonct.com in January for budget and new board member information.
2016
‘LIKE’ our new RCA Facebook Page
Friends and neighbors, please take a moment and ‘LIKE’ our new
RCA Facebook page where you can find up to the minute info on
upcoming events, see pictures of recent events and keep up to date
on RCA happenings. Thanks! www.facebook.com/rowaytoncivicassociation
RCA Merchandise
Our Rowayton sailboat logo is the symbol of the RCA and
we love seeing it proudly worn on car bumpers, shirts,
caps, belts and more as well as on plates, drinkware and
license plates. You can find RCA merchandise at most RCA events. You can also
find the RCA decal online at www.rowaytoncurrents.com, at the Rowayton Market and at Seaside Delights. Get your gear on and show your Rowayton pride!
RCA 2016 Executive Board
President
Andy Meyerson [email protected]
Vice President
Chris Gorman [email protected]
Jeff Buda [email protected]
Jim Hogan
[email protected]
CO-TreasurerS
Rick Klein [email protected]
Sue Casey [email protected]
Lynn Worland [email protected]
Secretary
Nora King
[email protected]
INFORMATION OFFICER
Manuela Savona
[email protected]
C R E D I T S Masthead Photography: Rick Pank • Newsletter Design: Oxygen Design, LLC www.o2design.biz
Matt Fry
[email protected]
Sat, Sep 10: RCA Rowayton Youth Soccer Thu, Nov 24: 6th Annual Rowayton
Turkey Trot (9:30am)
Opening Day
Sat, Sep 24: Norwalk Land Trust
“Discovery Day” (12-4pm)
Sun, Nov 27: RCA Lights Up Rowayton!
(4:30-6pm)
Fri, Oct: Date TBD: Start of RCA Youth
Underground
Sun, Nov 27: Annual Egg Nog Contest
(after tree lighting)
Sat, Oct 1: RCA Oktoberfest (4:30-10pm) Sat, Dec 3: Rowayton Gardeners Annual
Christmas Market (10am-1pm)
Fri, Oct 7: Rowayton School Fundraiser
Sun, Dec 4: RCA Santa Run (1pm)
Fri, Oct 14: Rowayton School 5th Annual
Sun, Dec 4: Rowayton Fire Department
Walkathon (2pm)
Holiday Toy Collection (1-3pm)
Thu, Oct 20: United Church Nursery School
Sat, Dec 10: RCA Nativity Pageant
Open House (6:30-8pm)
(6pm)
Sun, Oct 23: RCA Halloween Celebration Sun, Dec 11: Rowayton Gardeners
(1pm)
Christmas Tree Sale (12-3pm)
Sat, Oct 29: Rowayton Platform Tennis
Association 50th Anniversary Celebration 2017
(12:30–3pm: Season Opener; 6-9pm:
Sat, Jan 7: Five Mile River Nursery
Wall of Fame Inductions)
School Open House (2pm)
Sat, Nov 5: Community Cooperative
Tue, Jan 10: Community Cooperative
Nursery School Open House (10am-12pm) Nursery School Open House (7-9pm)
Sat, Nov 5: United Methodist Church
Harvest Fair (11am-3pm)
Mon, Feb 6: Rowayton Civic
Association Annual Meeting (8pm)
*The Rowayton Library, the Rowayton Historical Society and the Rowayton Arts Center host many events. Please check for dates and details under the “Community News” section on pages 16-17.
Peter Makover [email protected]
Meghan Russo [email protected]
Mark Sattler [email protected]
Christine Smith
[email protected]
Rob Strickland
[email protected]
Kurt Anderson
[email protected]
Peter Stuart
[email protected]
Paul Curtin
[email protected]
Frani Taylor [email protected]
Heather Drstvensek [email protected]
Agnes Temerowski
[email protected]
Harrison Dunne
[email protected]
Rich Van Steen
[email protected]
Jennifer Friedrichsen
[email protected]
Sam Woodruff [email protected]
Rowayton Civic Association
P.O. Box 302 Rowayton, CT 06853
www.rowaytonct.com
The RCA Board meets at the Community
Center on the first Monday of each
month at 7:30pm
RCA Currents Editorial or Advertising Questions? Please contact:
Manuela Savona (editorial) at [email protected]
Agnes Temerowski (advertising) at [email protected]
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RCA’s Rowayton Fun Run
RCA Summer
Highlights
Rowayton Trash Bash Cleaned Up
The RCA and Rowayton Historical Society
teamed up again to make the 2016
Trash Bash a tremendous success, with
many Rowaytonites pitching in to help
keep our town beautiful - and clean! On
April 23, participants cleaned everywhere
from Rowayton School Pond and Bayley
Beach all the way to Wilson Avenue and
Martin Luther King Blvd! Thank you to the local organizations who formed
Trash Teams – the Fire Department, Gardners Club, Boy Scouts, Girls Scouts,
Rowayton Basketball and Rowayton Tennis Association to name just a few.
And a special thanks to our High School “Ambassadors” who organized the
teams and assigned locations. Lastly, thank you to Michael Diamond and his
son Leo for lending his pickup and hauling the bounty at the end of the day!
What a great day to be a Father or anyone else
in Rowayton for this year’s RCA Father’s
Day Fun Run held on Sunday, June 19. The
weather was perfect for a run - sunny and
warm, not hot or humid. It helped to bring
out what might have been a record number
of runners to enjoy a spirited run through our
beautiful community.
The Premier 16-44 Age Groups were won by
Jena Hines and Ajax Diamandis for the short
course (2.2 miles) and by Amanda Duggins
and Reyes Moreno for the long course (4.4 miles). Congratulations! All other
finishers’ places and times can be seen here - https://runscore.runsignup.
com/Race/Results/?raceId=21040&customResultsPageId=7570.
As always, it was not just the race results but the taking part in one of the yearly
RCA events that makes Rowayton a special place for all ages. We want to thank
all our many volunteers who helped check runners and a special thank you to
the Rowayton Fire Department and the Sixth Taxing District Commissioners.
Cinema on the Sound was a success under the stars
Comedy Night Becomes Comedy Weekend
The RCA’s Comedy Night fundraiser should
now be called “Comedy Weekend” as
both Friday and Saturday night’s shows
(May 20 & 21) were a resounding success.
Rowayton residents and neighbors packed
their picnics to enjoy an evening under the
tent at the Community Center for laughter
and dancing. Each night’s guest experienced
a night of original wit and humor thanks to a
total of eight professional stand-up comedians from New York City. After the show, the
dance floor opened to tunes selected by one
of New York City’s elite DJs.
We would like to thank the many volunteers for their help and the support
of each guest that attended. Comedy Night is the RCA’s most popular and
successful event and the proceeds help the RCA fulfill its mission to enrich the
lives of its residents by providing cultural programs, educational scholarships
and supporting community initiatives. Mark your calendar for next year’s show
on May 19 and 20.
The Memorial Day Parade Marched On
On May 29, just after the RCA Memorial Day
Parade had marched through town, Kerry
Kelly of Florida and his sister Kim Kelly of
North Carolina presented the wreath in
honor of their father Howard Kelly, who
passed in February of this year. Strong ties
to Rowayton, where their parents grew up
and grandparents, aunts and uncles lived,
brought them back to share memories of
years past. Owen Cottle, 92, who also grew
up here, read portions of a letter Howard’s
brother wrote of his experience as a POW.
We were blessed with a gorgeous weather
and those who return to share a poignant event in their lives and history of
Rowayton. Thanks to the RCA board and RCA volunteers who make this the
honored iconic event possible.
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This summer’s first attempt at Cinema on
the Sound, put on by the partnership of
the RCA and Rowayton Library, was met
with overwhelming success. All three movies... Brooklyn, Guardians of the Galaxy and
Zootopia attracted great crowds of all ages.
Thank you to everyone in the community for
coming out and making these evenings such
wonderful events! We welcome any suggestions/comments as we continue to build
on this momentum in the years to come.
We’d like to thank everyone who helped
us to bring this to life from our sponsors to
our volunteers. Special thanks to Rowayton Market and Valencia Luncheria
for their support. We look forward to many more star filled nights together.
All Fired Up at the RCA’s July 4 Fireworks
Yet another great Rowayton 4th of July celebration with Atlas Pyrovision putting on a
truly stunning show. The on-shore wind provided a little more of an up close view than
years past and even a few souvenirs floating
from the sky. Rowayton’s fireworks are in
a large part funded by monetary and truly
generous contributions from local organizations. We absolutely couldn’t do it without
the following organizations annual support:
the Commissioners of the 6th Taxing District,
Roton Point Association, Wee Burn Country
Club, The Tokeneke Club, Rowayton Beach
Association, Pine Point Association, Bell Island Improvement Association and
Rowayton Yacht Club.
The RCA would also like to thank the following people and organizations for
their help in making the 2016 fireworks a success:
Ed Carlson, Rowayton Fire Marshall; Rowayton Fire Chief Todd DeKlyn; the
Rowayton Volunteer Fire Department; Andy Meyerson and Jeff Buda who
organize the RCA’s fabulous Summer Music Festival; the Norwalk Police
Department; Norwalk Hospital EMTs; the Noroton Marine Fire Department,
Maggie Lederer and Gerard Broussard who volunteered and helped with
parking, and key personnel at Bayley Beach including Don Wilson, and Sue
and Melissa Bucciarelli.
The 2016 RCA Summer Music Festival
Packing up the cooler, laying down
a picnic blanket, visiting with friends
and listening to great tunes is how
we’ve all become accustomed to
spending Sunday evenings in the
summer. The 2016 RCA Summer
Music Festival provided another 10
opportunities to continue that
Rowayton rite of summer, featuring
one of the best line ups of rising,
talented acts we’ve ever had.
Rowayton Rambled on July 9th
Scents of hot dogs and hamburgers filled
the air on July 9th along the Five Mile River
for the 46th Annual River Ramble. It was a
great fun day! We celebrated the true spirit
of Rowayton with food, fun, laughter and a
successful auction. All this activity plus live
music!
For kids young and old there wasn’t a lack
of action with the petting zoo, face painting,
spectacular bounce games and slides and the
ever-popular dunk tank. Local merchants and
artisans shared their handmade and artistic
impressions for all to enjoy.
A special thanks to our friends, neighbors and merchants who donated their
time, energy and enthusiasm to keep the fun going all afternoon. The event
was an overwhelming success with the help of over one hundred volunteers of all ages. Our gratitude goes out to each and every one of you –
we couldn’t have pulled it off without you. We would like to note some of
our special Rowaytonites who truly made the day a memorable one:
• Mark Sattler and his Grill Masters – Matt Manley and Ben Bresnahan – for
keeping everyone well fed and Ian King who helped Mark with food and
supplies. This was a great team effort supported by a large group of
talented and enthusiastic volunteers!
• Chris Shaw and Bucky Taylor, for manning the Raw Bar and the entire
‘shucker’ team – Jay Sequeria, Bill Lindeblad, Matt Malichio and Kerry
McFarlin. And special thanks to Robert Griffith for donating his oysters and
Mid State Shellfish for donating clams!
• “The Beer Boys,” – thanks Paul Curtin, Chris Sovak and team – Howard
Courtemanche, Doug Ambrose, Andy Meyerson, Dave Savona, Tim Galu,
Jimmy Coale, Don Nash, Martin Yallop, Ian King, Andy Merrill and Bob
Duff - for pulling together to keep a great variety of suds flowing all day
long and making certain nobody left the Ramble parched. Also, special
thanks go to Rowayton Wines for their donations.
• Heather Drstvensek, for organizing the Kids Games and putting smiles on
hundreds of little faces.
• Pat Brasher for an amazing vendor show.
• Brendan McGee for providing our sound system for the auction and music.
• Andy Meyerson, our Auctioneer and RCA President, who captured every one’s attention and kept the bidding going up, up, up! Thanks to Rachel
Maletesta for preparing all the auction items.
• Special thanks to Todd Deklyn and the Rowayton Fire Department and
Ed Carlson.
• Frani Taylor and Lynn Worland for co-chairing the event and the hours spent
before, during and after to make it enjoyable for all.
In addition to being one of our most fun-filled events, the River Ramble is
one of the RCA’s largest fundraisers and finances many of our community
events including the Fireworks, Soccer Program, Swim Races and Halloween
Celebration, to name a few. We look forward to seeing you again next year,
so mark your calendars for July 8th, 2017!
We all got funked up at Bayley Beach in July listening to Ripe and Eric
Krasno, rocked out to The Record Company in an old school show at
Roton Middle, chilled to The Movement’s reggae riffs and kicked our
heels up to the country sound of Futurebirds.
The party moved to Pinkney Park in August for the blues of the James
Hunter Six and the bluegrass of Cabinet as well as a classic show put
on by The Weight.
It all culminated in a spectacular Labor Day finale as we welcomed
back festival favorite Eric Lindell.
Throngs of area residents, families and friends flocked to the shows.
Without the generous support of local businesses and residents in the
Rowayton, Norwalk and Darien communities, we would never be able
to bring these top acts to town.
This amazing experience for our community would not happen without the tireless efforts of the RCA Summer Music Committee. Many
thanks to our all-star band of Matt Manley, Paul Curtin, Chris Gorman,
Drew Seath, the hardest working man in show business – Brendan
McGee and the hardest working man in town – RCA president Andy
Meyerson. We begin planning for hot summer nights in the cold,
blustery days of January – scouting, inquiring and booking the bands
as well as hitting the street in search of sponsorships. When it’s
finally show time, this crew spends Sundays setting up behind the
scenes and then breaking it all down when everyone goes home.
Others that are an integral part to the effort include: Peter Blandori
(www.blandori.com) who provides graphic design, Scott Kuykendall
of Oxygen Design (www.o2design.biz) who produces our digital
content, the professional sound is provided by Brooks Dubois Audio,
and Andy Schadt of Soluxe (www.soluxe.com) for merchandise.
Susan and Melissa Bucciarelli keep the parking lot organized. Ben
Bresnahan helps lead the sanitation crew and has the official shirt to
prove it. As if all the time he devotes to Little League isn’t enough,
Rich Van Steen passes the jug and moves merchandise. Don Wilson
keeps the grounds in order, and Ed Carlson and Mike Barbis provide
valuable counsel on all logistics. Special thanks also goes out to RCA
treasurers Lynn Worland and Sue Casey who keep our books (and
our minds) in order.
Thank you to everyone for coming to the shows. The turnout was
tremendous and there is a palpable, welcoming vibe the artists feel
when they come to town.
Lastly, thank you to everyone who “filled the jug” at the concerts.
Your generous support is vital to what we do.
We all had a blast. Just another piece of what makes our town a little
slice of heaven... let’s do it again next Summer!
Jeff Buda
Rowayton Civic Association
Summer Music Co-Chair
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RCA Summer
Highlights
We would like to thank all of those who made the
RCA Summer Music Festival possible this year:
Rowayton Wine Store
Dr. Osherow Orthodontics
ETM Construction
Charkit Chemicals
Upper Crust Bagel & Cafe
Fresh Direct
Vineyard Vines
Marianne McNulty
Dr. David Osherow
Teddy & Kerry McFarlin
Charles Hinnant
Charly Sahlia
Lisa Kolodny Johnson
Shep & Ian Murray
Show Sponsors
All-Seasons Marine Works
Alembic Global
AltEnergy
Brendan’s 101
Cygnet Home Staging Darien/Rowayton Bank De Clerq Office Group
Downunder Kayaking
Eaton Partners
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Ted O’Neill
Stephen Mathews
Russ Stidolph
Christine and
Brendan McGee
Frani Taylor
Amy Pomponi
Dan De Clerq
Kim Beaumont
Charles Eaton
Dana Laird
Series Sponsors
Fairfield County Bank
JW Allen
PNC Bank
Nielsen’s Florist & Garden Shop
Raise High Construction
Rowayton Pizza
Rowayton Fuel & Oil
White Bridge Wines
and Spirits
The Hermitage Club The Restaurant at Rowayton Seafood
Stamford Ford Lincoln
The Mosquito Squad/
Fairfield County Tree
Nancy Romberg
Robert Lawrence
Tim Galu
Sandy Nielsen
Joe Carter
Joe Criscuolo
Lee Kiggins
Mickey Interlandi
Rees Pinney
Kevin Conroy
Barry Pasqualini
Tom Luthy
Please join us in thanking them for their support by
offering our support for their businesses. You can link
to their websites by visiting www.rowaytonct.com.
Additional thanks goes to all the Rowaytonites and
nearby neighbors who became Festival Fans with
generous (and tax deductible) donations. Too many
to recognize all, but we would like to mention a few
by name:
Steve Tomlinson
Lauren Kratovil
Nick & Nicholle Priola
Heather Silver
Stephen & Pippa Bailey
Liz Hawes
Wendy & Rod Johnson
Beth & Paul Colonna
Peter McAllister
Kim Manion
Rob & Emily Grabowski
Lawrence Skeats
T H A N K
Y O U
The 2016 River Ramble wouldn’t have
been a success without the support
of our extended community. A HUGE
thank you to the following who helped make this year’s event one of the
most successful on record!
Special thanks to all our very generous Auction donors…
Beer Boys
New England Institute
for Neurology and Headache
Bowlmor
Norwalk Yacht Club
Brooks Brothers Darien
Nu Beginning Medispa
Caryn McAllister
Bill Pank
Chelsea Piers
Peter Saverine
Chris Tierney
Restaurant at Rowayton Seafood
Community Cooperative Nursery School
Rob Strickland
Dave and Manuela Savona
Rowayton Gardeners
David Emberline Studio
Rowayton Library
Dawn Pike
Rowayton Pizza
Dick Packer
Rowayton Volunteer Fire Department
Dunne & Tighe Interiors
Rowayton Wine Shop
Elements Yoga/Wellness
Rowayton Yacht Club at Hickory Bluff
Folly
Sandy Aldrich
Frani and Bucky Taylor
Seaside Delights
Fredric & Co
Sedona Tap House
Grapes Wine of Norwalk
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
Hermitage Club
SoNo Field House
Home Depot
SoNo Ice House
Jennifer Buckman Yoga
Soluxe
Jet Blue
Splash
Joseph Warren Sr.
Stephen Sinacore
Karen Casey
Terrie Wood
Lanphier Day Spa
TriFit Golf
Laura Bickmeyer
Tucci Lumber Company
Lori Lohstoeter
Vermont Good Wood
Lynn Worland
Vineyard Vines
Marty Roth
Whiteman Sports Camp
Meredith Bach
Williams and Company
Michael’s Cleaners
Wusthof Outlet Store
Barton & Gray
And a HUGE thank you to the numerous volunteers who helped with the food
tent, kid’s games, auctions, ticket sales, set up and clean up, as well as the
Whitney family for Gay’s Cake Walk.
And, last but not least, all the RCA Board Members for their continued support
and commitment to the community!
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RCA Summer
Highlights
Bundle Up Rowayton
RCA Memorial
Day Parade
RCA Comedy Nights
RCA River Ramble
RCA River Ramble
RCA River Ramble
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RCA Comedy Nights
Silvia Doyle
Silvia Doyle
RCA Comedy Nights
Silvia Doyle
RCA Summer Music Festival
Dana Laird
Rowayton Trash Bash
Rowayton Trash Bash
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RCA Summer
Highlights
Cinema on the Sound
Cinema on the Sound
Cinema on the Sound
Lisa Anderson
RCA Fun Run
Lisa Anderson
RCA July 4th Fireworks
RCA Fun Run
Lisa Anderson
RCA Fun Run
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Upcoming
RCA Events
RCA Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 1, 4:30-10:00 pm
Lauren Henry
The 2016 RCA Oktoberfest Fundraiser will be back at the Rowayton Community
Center on Saturday, October 1, from 4:30-10:00pm. Grab your lederhosen
and dirndls and come join us for German food, German bier, and an evening
filled with singing and dancing. A guaranteed evening of fun.
For more information, please contact Rich Van Steen at richardjvansteen@
gmail.com, or Jennifer Friedrichsen at [email protected].
RCA Halloween Celebration
Sunday, October 23, 2016, 1:00pm
Come in costume to explore the hay maze, pet
the animals, take a pony
ride, parade with your
peers, and enter into the
Haunted House if you
dare… Sunday, October
23rd from 1:00-4:00pm at
the Rowayton Community
Center. Volunteers are
needed at 9:00am to
set up the hay
maze. Kids who
want to work in
the Haunted House
should come at 12:00
noon. The RCA is looking
for both adults and children to help with this event.
Please contact Harrison
Dunne at hbdunne@
yahoo.com to lend a hand.
RCA Lights Up Rowayton!
Sunday, November 27th, 4:30–6:00pm
Downtown Rowayton will
come alive with twinkling
lights at the annual holiday
town lighting. Festivities
begin at Pinkney Park
with caroling led by Brien
McMahon’s award-winning
Holiday Chamber Choir at
5:00pm and the lighting
of the Christmas trees at
dusk. Afterward, visit the
RHS model train show in
Pinkney house, and stroll
down Rowayton Avenue to
view the window decorations created by local merchants. Then enjoy a warm
beverage and snack compliments of the Rowayton
Market. Rowayton Avenue
will be blocked off between
Wilson Avenue and the Fire House, so please come early if you’re driving. For
more information, contact Rich Van Steen at [email protected].
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Come To the Light! The Nativity Pageant in the Park!
Upcoming
RCA Events
Saturday, December 10, 6:00pm
(Rain date: Sunday, December 11, 6:00pm)
The annual Rowayton nativity Pageant has found a
permanent home! Join us
again in Pinkney Park on
Saturday, December 10 at
6:00pm. Featuring local performers, clergy and live
animals, this family event
is a wonderful way to rediscover the joy of Christmas
with your neighbors and
friends.
RCA Santa Run
Sunday, December 4, 2016 at 1:00pm
Santa will be making his
annual visit to Rowayton
aboard his big red fire
engine sleigh on Sunday,
December 4th. He will
arrive at the Rowayton
train station at 1:00pm
and then make his rounds
through Rowayton, stopping at the corner of
Crest and Ridgewood,
Rowayton Library, the
Bell Island gatehouse,
South Beach, the Beach
Association boat house
and Brendan’s 101.
Children can also visit
him at the Firehouse on
Rowayton Avenue from
2:15-2:45pm. For more
information, please contact Nora King at nora@
norakingandco.com.
Volunteers Needed!
Participants are needed as
angels and shepherds
(grades 3-5), wise men
(grades 6-8) and townspeople (all ages). Help is also
needed for the set-up and
breakdown of the Nativity
Pageant. Set-up starts at 8:00am on Saturday, December 10 at Pinkney Park.
Bring your children and help erect the stage by putting up trees, banging
nails, and bonding with fellow Rowaytonites. Donuts and coffee provided!
For more information or to sign up to participate, contact Laura Czegledi via
email: [email protected]. The Pageant always needs volunteers to help
make it a success. Come one, Come all and Come to the Light!
Residents are also encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy or gift card to
the Fire House that day from 1:00-3:00pm, as the Rowayton volunteer firefighters will be collecting toys for the Carver Center’s holiday party. For more
information on the toy collection, call 853-0842.
Santa Run Schedule
Rowayton Train Station
Corner Crest and Ridgewood
Rowayton Library
Bell Island Gatehouse
South Beach
Beach Association Boat House
Brendan’s 101
Fire House (remember your donation!)
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1:00
1:10
1:20
1:30
1:40
1:50
2:00
2:15-2:45
Upcoming
Rowayton Events
United Methodist Church Harvest Fair
Saturday, November 5th, 11:00am–3:00pm
The Rowayton United Methodist Church and Five Mile River Nursery School
will hold their Annual Harvest Fair on Saturday, November 5th. Delicious food,
vendors, silent auction and gift baskets, bake sale, games and activities for
children will offer fun for all. Arrive early to claim your Methodist Apple Pie!
6th Annual Rowayton Turkey Trot
Thursday, November 24th, 9:30am
The 6th Annual Rowayton Turkey Trot is a great way to start your Thanksgiving
Day! The Trot will take place on Thanksgiving morning starting from the
Community Center on Highland Avenue at 9:30am. The event comprises a 5k
or 1 mile fun run, with prizes for fastest man, woman, fancy dress, 1st stroller
and under 10 fastest boy and girl over the 1 mile course. Proceeds will go to
support some great local causes – previous beneficiaries have included the
Rowayton Fire Department, Arts Center, Library, Historic Society and Gardeners
Club. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you work up an appetite for
that Turkey! Online pre-registration is now open at rowaytonturkeytrot.com.
Annual Rowayton Egg Nog Contest
Sunday, November 27 after the tree lighting
Join the holiday fun – enter your favorite egg nog recipe in the 11th annual
Rowayton Egg Nog Contest! Tables, chairs, and cups will be provided – just
enter by contacting Stuart Weismiller (see below) and bring 3 gallons of your
favorite egg nog recipe. All tasters must be 21 or older. To enter, please call
203-354-7062 or email [email protected].
Rowayton Gardener’s Annual Christmas Market
Saturday, December 3, 10am-1pm – Christmas Market
Sunday, December 11, 12-3pm – Christmas Tree Sale
The Rowayton Gardeners’ Annual Christmas Market will be held Saturday,
December 3, 2016 from 10:00am-1:00pm
at the Rowayton Community Center,
33 Highland Ave.
Don’t miss this popular holiday event
sponsored by Fairfield County Bank! You
will find great items for holiday decorating, including more than 100 designerquality wreaths, boxwood trees and festive table arrangements. The Community Center will be brimming with reasonably priced unique holiday gifts, ornaments and a fabulous Silent Auction
(check our website at rowaytongardeners.org/Christmas-market-2016).
Santa will join us again this year, so bring the kids and your camera to capture
special holiday memories. Remember to shop early to get the best selection! The
Christmas Market is our largest fundraiser and its profits help provide gardeninspired classes, workshops and lectures for all ages, raise community awareness about the environment and maintain our town’s lovely public gardens.
On Sun, December 11 from 12:00-3:00pm, The Rowayton Gardeners join
forces with the RCA for the Annual Christmas Tree Sale at Pinkney Park. This
sale is held every year the day after the Nativity Pageant and sells the trees
that were the lovely set décor for the night before. Make sure to mark your
calendars and pick up your tree!
Rowayton
Sports
Rowayton Civic Association’s Rowayton Youth Soccer
The 2016 Rowayton Soccer season
is currently underway with well
over 300 players improving their
skills and enjoying friendly
competition. Rowayton Youth
Soccer is a recreational community soccer program run
by volunteers for children from
4-18 years old and is running for 10
weeks from September 10 through
November 19 this year. We have
five age groups: 4-5 year olds; 6-7
year olds; 8-10 year olds; middle
schoolers, and a high school team.
While games are certainly competitive, recreation is our priority.
Play occurs locally in Rowayton (except for middle and high schoolers).
The Saturday morning games have become a local tradition of good
spirited competition, bringing both the players and parents together as
a community.
This year, the RCA has made a significant investment toward our goal of
continuing to improve our kid’s soccer development by contracting with
a professional soccer training organization for weekday practices. Our
selected training organization runs both Rec and Travel programs in New
Canaan, Darien and other neighboring communities. Referees, scoring
and team standings are limited to the older age groups.
Also, as a volunteer-based organization, we are always looking for parents
willing to coach or act as team communication coordinators. For more information, please contact Megan Russo at [email protected].
Rowayton Platform Tennis Association
50th Anniversary Season Celebration - Sat, Oct 29, 2016
12:30-3:00pm: Family Fun Paddle Season Opener
6:00-9:00pm: 50th Anniversary Celebration and Wall of Fame Inductions
Come join the fun as Rowayton Platform Tennis
Association celebrates the 50th Anniversary season.
We’ll start with a Family Fun Day Season Opener at the
Community Center – Paddle Courts, Saturday, October
29 from 12:30-3:00pm. There will be hot dogs and hamburgers, free lessons for the whole family and demonstrations by area professionals. You don’t have to be a member to attend!
And later that night, there will be an evening event for members and special
guests to celebrate the 50th season of Rowayton Paddle and all of its National
Champions with the Wall of Fame Inductions. More details about this event will
be on the RPTA web site rowaytonpaddle.net – so check back soon for details.
Platform tennis is the best fall/winter/spring outdoor sport. If you would like
to become a member, or get information about our expanded lesson and clinic
programs, men’s and women’s league play, National Champions, or the popular
Junior program run by Bill Pank, go to our web site at rowaytonpaddle.net.
You can also contact the RPTA Board members if you have any questions by going
to the web site for their contact information.
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School &
Youth Activities
The RCA Underground
Friday Nights, October 2016 – June 2017
Fall is here and we are busy planning another great year
with the Rowayton Youth Underground for the 2016-2017
school year. The Rowayton Youth Underground is an RCAsponsored program held in the lower level of the Rowayton Community Center. It provides a safe and supervised
venue where our middle-school kids (6th & 7th graders)
can socialize with friends one Friday
night a month, with adult chaperones.
There is ping-pong, air hockey, bumper pool and foosball tables
as well as pop-a-shot basketball and other games. Weather
permitting, there are also outdoor activities such as basketball,
paddle tennis and touch football. Sixth and seventh graders meet on one Friday
night per month (different Friday nights) from 6:30-8:30pm. A one-time registration fee of $125 for the year (October-June) pays for staff, special events and
pizza and snacks. The few local “field trips” off site (ie: My three Sons, Skyzone)
are always a highlight as well as the year-end Bayley Beach picnic in June.
For a complete list of details and dates, please refer to the RCA website at www.
rowaytonct.com or email Mary Cambareri at [email protected] or Carolynn
Kaufman at [email protected] for 6th grade and Lauren Henry at
[email protected] or Carolynn Kaufman for 7th grade information.
United Church Nursery School Open House
Thursday, October 20, 2016, 6:30-8:00pm
The United Church Nursery School in Rowayton invites
you to stop by our Open House on Thursday, October
20th, from 6:30-8:00pm to learn more about their programs. For over 50 years, UCNS has been providing an
exceptional nursery school experience for children ages
2-5. We offer a one day 2’s class, a three day 3’s class,
a five day 4’s class and a five day pre-k class. We also
offer a five day lunch program and an extended day enrichment program.
Applications for the 2017-2018 academic year will be accepted beginning
November 1, 2016. For information about UCNS or any of their programs,
please contact our Director, Paula Keller at 203-853-3554, or visit our website
www.unitedchurchnurseryschool.org.
Community Cooperative Nursery School Open Houses
Saturday, November 5th, 10:00am-12 noon
Tuesday, January 10th, 7:00-9:00pm
Make plans to join us for an Open House at CCNS on
either Saturday, November 5th or Tuesday, January
12th at 4 Trolley Place, Rowayton. Explore first-hand
what makes our school’s morning-only drop-off programs for children ages 2, 3, and 4 so special. Founded
in 1953, CCNS proudly remains one of the few cooperative preschools licensed by the State of Connecticut. As
a cooperative program, parents gain the opportunity to actively participate in
their children’s learning at a dynamic time in their lives. Learning through play
is at the heart of the CCNS experience. The school offers an emergent-based
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Rowayton School 5th Annual Walkathon
Friday, October 14, 2:00pm
The Walkathon is back! Get ready for more fun as
we start the 5th Annual Rowayton School Walkathon.
Last year’s walkathon was another incredible success
– we raised more than $32,000 with over 90% of the
students bringing in pledges! The funds were used to
create the first elementary STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering and Math) lab in the school district, purchase a mobile science cart and purchase new equipment for our brand new
gym! Every student in every grade now has access to an amazing science
and engineering lab, and an enhanced experience during gym class with our
new variable height basketball hoops, climbing ropes, cargo net and monkey
bars – a direct impact on every students’ education!
curriculum that builds upon children’s natural curiously and interests while
delivering important development objectives to prepare them for elementary
school and beyond. CCNS uses a project approach to deeply engage children
and build motivation for continued questioning and a life-long love of learning and exploration. Please visit ccnsct.org to learn more about the school.
To RSVP for one of the Open Houses, set up a tour or speak to our director,
please call us at 203.866.2184 or email us at [email protected].
Five Mile River Nursery School Open House
Saturday, January 7, 2017, 2:00pm
Five Mile River Nursery School offers an NAEYC
Accredited Preschool Program, with Enrichment
and Summer programs for children ages 2 - 5.
Our mission is to provide a warm, nurturing,
and engaging atmosphere allowing children
to be creative and adventurous learners.
Our well-educated, caring and enthusiastic teachers have extensive early
childhood training and experience. They present a mixed curriculum including
Bank Street, Creative Curriculum and Emergent.
The goal at FMRNS is for children to develop a frame of reference of ideas,
knowledge, problem solving, motor and social skills that will prepare them
for a lifetime of learning. Additionally, we strive to provide each family with
a network of support for all parenting concerns to make the experience as
rewarding for parents as it is for children.
2016/2017 School Year
Lunch Bunch (12:00-1:30pm) and Enrichment Programs (1:30-2:15pm or 1:303:00pm) include: Movement and Music Mondays, Ooey Gooey Art Tuesdays,
Science and Math Wednesdays or Drama Day Thursdays. Friday Lunch Bunch
and Music Enrichment (12:00-3:00pm) features our music specialist. All community children ages 3 and up, whether enrolled in preschool at FMRNS or
not, are welcome to enroll for the extended-day programs.
Visit us online at fivemilerivernurseryschool.com, email us at director@
fmrns.com or call (203) 838-4266 for enrollment forms and further information.
Rowayton School Fundraiser
Friday, October 7th at the Community Center
Back by popular demand – “Rowayton Rocks the 80’s” Rowayton School
Fundraiser. Rowayton just can’t get enough of this 80’s themed night or
of RubixCube, the totally rad 80’s tribute band. Get your 80’s outfits ready!
Everyone is welcome, this event is not just for Rowayton School families.
Fundraising efforts will begin on Monday, September 12th. Prizes and fun for
all that participate! We hope to raise at least $28,000 to fund all school enrichment programs, our new Kindergarten – 2nd grade technology program and
for making improvements to our lunch room. The 2016 Walkathon will take
place on Friday, October 14 (rain date of Monday, October 17) at 2pm on the
School Field. All family and friends are welcome to come cheer the students
on as they walk one mile around the school field.
Rowayton Parents Exchange
As summer swirls into fall, join us at
The Rowayton Parents Exchange, an
association of parents with new babies
and young children. Each month, the
RPE hosts events that appeal to moms,
dads, children and couples. Members
enjoy activities such as picnics and playtime at Bayley Beach, fun at Tumble
Jungle, arts and crafts, painting at Green Moon, learning about animals at the
Darien Nature Center, planting their first garden at The Potting Shed, Movie
“nights”, Pop-Up Events and much more! For the parents we host monthly
Mom Nights Out, cocktail parties, family BBQs, and themed parties. Enjoy
a chance to build and further friendships with a community of parents in
Rowayton and the surrounding areas while your kids do the same. To join,
contact us at: [email protected] or visit us on our website: www.rowaytonparentexchange.com.
Norwalk Mentor Program
One hour a week can change lives forever
Volunteer just one hour a week to make
a huge difference in a young person’s
life! The Norwalk Mentor Program is
looking for caring individuals who can
spare just one hour a week to be a
“mentor.”
Following a brief training, you will be
matched with a student in one of the
Norwalk Public Schools. You choose the
school and the grade. You then meet with
your “mentee” at school once a week for
an hour – talking, playing games, reading
or enjoying other activities. You can be
that student’s friend, confidant, role
model and advocate. As a mentor you
will feel rewarded just seeing the difference you make as the young person
you mentor matures and grows to reach his or her full potential.
To learn more about becoming involved with the Norwalk Mentor Program
(a program of the Human Services Council), please contact Nancy Pratt at
[email protected] or call 203-849-1111 x3042.
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Community
News
Rowayton Historical Society
Currently on exhibit:
Keys to the Kingdom: Locks and Keys from
Pete the Locksmith of Darien and a history
of the Norwalk Lock Company
Rowayton Library
Discussions Abound for Adults at the
Rowayton Library while Kids Get Crafty
Road to Character Book Group
Memorial Day – November 2016
Pete has been a locksmith in Darien for over three decades, collecting important vintage locks and ephemera including a number from the Norwalk Lock
Company, one of the largest employers in Norwalk in the late 1800s and
early 1900s. The manufacturing of locks and keys played an important role
in the industrialization of Connecticut, and they have an important artistic
and design element that have fascinated collectors for hundreds of years.
Wednesdays, September 21 through November 9 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Erik Rambusch will facilitate the discussion of this bestselling book by David
Brooks. Looking to some of the world’s greatest thinkers and inspiring leaders,
Brooks explores how, through internal struggle and a sense of their own limitations, they have built a strong inner character. Each week will be devoted
to a chapter focusing on one remarkable person.
History Book Club—Co-sponsored with the Rowayton Historical Society
The title for the next meeting is Paul Revere’s Ride by David Hackett Fischer
and will be discussed on Wednesday, September 28 at 7:00pm. Contact the
library so we can reserve you a copy! Refreshments served. Dates for future
meetings are Wednesdays: November 30, January 25 and March 29.
Election Ephemera from the 1800s to the present
Special exhibit October through Election Day
On display, a wide range of campaign collectibles including buttons, banners,
china, board games and cigarettes.
Open Tuesdays 9:30am-12:00pm, the first Sunday of the month from 1:003:00pm, and by appointment. Email [email protected].
Admission: $5; RHS members and children free.
6th Annual Rowayton Historical Society Chili Cook-Off
October 22nd from 12-3 pm in Pinkney Park
The New Yorker Discussion Group
FALL SESSION: Thursdays, October 3 through December 8 from 6:30-8:30pm
WINTER SESSION: Thursdays, January 18 through March 23 from 6:30-8:30pm
Maybe you already have a subscription but only consistently glance at the
cartoons? Or perhaps you yearn for in-depth reporting, written well sans
the prefab soundbites of TV news? Or you might just like to meet up with
interesting individuals to talk about current events all while enjoying a sip of
wine and savory bites on a summer evening.
Bluegrass, beer, food trucks and of course chili!
Do you make the best chili in town? Think
you can beat last year’s winner? Rowayton
Hose Company proudly wears the crown, but
your group could take it from them! Come
show us what you’ve got and make
your group proud!
If you’d like to register to enter or want more information, please email the
RHS at [email protected].
Great Decisions Discussion Group
Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30pm beginning February 1
Rowayton Historical Society Holiday Open House
You are invited to join America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.
Led by Erik Rambusch, participants engage in lively debate about the issues
and topics most relevant to the United States today. When you register, you
will receive a Briefing Book of articles about the eight topics to be covered.
Sunday, November 27th, 4:00-6:00pm
Election Day Craftmania Camp
The Rowayton Historical Society will be hosting a Holiday Open House
from 4:00-6:00pm before “Light Up Rowayton” in Pinkney Park on Sunday,
November 27th. “A Victorian Christmas in Rowayton” will be the featured
exhibit, including Brian Kammerer’s spectacular model trains, set up in a
miniature Rowayton, an idyllic winter scene when the railroad was bringing
loved ones home to celebrate the holidays.
Tuesday, November 8 from Noon-3:00pm
So much creativity, so little time! Kids ages 5 and up have the time now since
school is closed. While your parents go vote, come by the library to let your
imaginations run wild while learning new DIY skills. Dress for mess and bring
your appetite! Pizza lunch is provided. Go to www.rowayton.org to register.
Are you interested in having an historic plaque on your house?
Rowayton Library’s 2nd Annual Monster Dash 5K and Fun Run
The Rowayton Historical Society
Sunday, October 30 at 9:00am
177 Rowayton Avenue
(203) 831-0136
www.rowaytonhistoricalsociety.org
[email protected]
Crazy costume? Check. Burn some calories? Check. Have a blast with friends
and family members of all ages? Absolutely! All the details are at www.
rowayton.org.
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If you think your house or barn may be 75 years or older, and you would like
an historic plaque, please contact the Rowayton Historical Society.
Rowayton Arts Center
145 Rowayton Avenue
203-866-2744
Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 12:00-5:00pm;
Sunday*, 1:00-4:00pm (*closed January-March)
www.rowaytonarts.org
Exhibitions in the Galleries
Photography and Sculpture, Ageless Artists
September 4-25
Reception: Sunday, September 11 (4:00-6:00pm)
Expressions, Open JURIED Show
October 2-29 Reception: Sunday, October 2 (4-6 pm)
Young Artist Show
November 5-6 Reception: Saturday, November 5 (5:00-6:30pm)
Holiday Gift Show
November 19-December 24
From the RAC Studio
January 8-22, 2017 Reception: Sunday, January 8 (4:00-6:00pm)
Beyond Brushwork
January 29-Feb 26, 2017 Reception: Sunday, January 29 (4-6 pm)
Inspirations, Open JURIED Show
February 26-March 26 Reception: Sunday, February 26 (4:00-6:00pm)
Events
Art & Poetry (Ekphrastic) Workshop: Wednesday, Sept 21 (6:30-8:30pm)
Craft Beer Tasting: Friday, October 14
2-Day Studio Sketch: October 22 & 23 (Check website for details)
ATRAC: Wed, Oct 19 and Wed, March 15, 2017 (6:30-8:30pm);
free and open to the public.
Open Chantey Sing: Everyone is welcome to sing or listen along during this
musical celebration of nautical and maritime history - the second Sunday of
the month, 4:00-7:00pm. Fee: $5 (Includes refreshments)
Classes and Workshops
The RAC Art School offers classes and workshops for children, teens and
adults at all levels.
Weekly art classes: New sessions begin in September, November, January
and March (All levels and ages)
Monthly Ladies’ Night Outs: Offered the 4th Wednesday of every month
(6:30-9:00pm). Fee: $45 (Includes dinner, professional instruction and art
materials)
Holiday Workshop for Kids: Sat, December 10 (10:00am-3:00pm); ages
5-12, drop off.
Weekend Workshops for Adults: October 8 & 9 (Abstract Painting); October
29 & 30 (Atmospheric Landscape Painting); February and March.
Free Artist Demonstrations: Sundays, January 8 (2:00-4:00pm) and January
22 (2:00-4:00pm)
Open Sketch Sunday: Monthly with live model. All welcome. Fee: $15.
Birthday Parties & Rentals
RAC throws great parties! Call 203-866-2744, ext 2 or email education@
rowaytonarts.org.
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Community
News
Norwalk Land Trust
“Discovery Day”
Sat, Sept 24, 12:00-4:00pm
On Saturday, September 24th from noon to four, The Norwalk Land Trust will
hold its fifth “Discovery Day” at Farm Creek Preserve, 34 Sammis Street in
Rowayton. This sixteen acre tidal estuary property is of special importance
in the natural circle of life in our community. Bring the whole family for a day
of natural wonder and fun. Don’t miss the highlights:
12:30-1:30pm - Skyhunters in Flight
Falconer Brian Bradley will display
his falcons, hawks and other birds of
prey in a fascinating show.
1:30-2:15pm - Infinite Roots
Henry Jones and his exciting percussion group “Infinite Roots” are masters
of African drum and dance instruction. They will perform and interact with
the audience.
2:30-4:00pm - Dre Towey
The music of singer/songwriter Dre Towey, winner of three Parent’s Choice
Awards for her special ability to entertain family audiences, will enchant your
children.
The Maritime Aquarium Touch Me Tank
The Maritime Aquarium will bring to Farm Creek a “Touch Me Tank” filled with
incredible sea creatures for you to experience.
There will also be games, face-painting, a scavenger hunt and guided tours
for the whole family to learn about the special significance of this particular
Land Trust Preserve, that was purchased with donations from the community.
Thank you to those who contributed to preserve this important resource.
Discovery Day is free to the public. However, we are suggesting a $10 donation per family to help us steward the 28 properties and nearly 100 acres we
have protected in Norwalk to date. Food and merchandise will be available
for purchase. We hope to see you on the 24th.
The Rowayton Fire Department Needs YOU!
Have you ever considered joining our all-volunteer
fire department? Not only do they always welcome
additional firefighters, but you can always help
as a driver, radio operator or in other functions.
Rowayton’s all-volunteer department keeps our property taxes about 10 percent lower than they would be
if we had a paid department. Training is ongoing so
you can join at any time of the year. The fire department is always looking
for new recruits. Call Chief DeKlyn at (203) 515-9743 for more information.
Rowayton Fire Department Holiday Toy Collection
A note from Fire Marshal Ed Carlson
1 Check to see if your heating system has been
serviced within the last 12 months.
2.Chimneys should be cleaned and inspected every
12 months or sooner depending on how much
they are used.
3.Be sure not to leave candles unattended during
a power outage. They are a leading cause of fire
in a home.
4.If you have a fireplace, does it have a screen or door to catch sparks?
5.Space heaters need to be at least three feet away from walls and combus tible items.
6.Test your smoke alarms every month and change the batteries, spring and
fall.
7.Practice your fire escape plan with your family. If you do not have a plan,
it’s a good time to start one.
8.Install smoke detectors on every level and in every sleeping area.
Sunday, December 4th, 2016, 1:00-3:00pm
9.It is recommended that you have a CO detector on the main and sleeping
level (s) of your home.
Members of the Rowayton Volunteer Fire Department will be collecting new
toys for at-risk children in our area this holiday season. Please bring a new,
unwrapped toy, gift card or other gift to the Rowayton Fire Department as the
Rowayton volunteer firefighters will be collecting toys for the Carver Center’s
holiday party. For more information on the toy collection, call 853-0842.
Within the past year I have seen a number of homes in Rowayton that do not
have working smoke or CO detectors in the residence. As your Fire Marshal
this is a great concern of mine. If you need assistance in installing them or
have questions regarding the placement of detectors, please call me at 203854-6666 ext. 2.
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Brendan’s
101
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
(byob) & Ice Cream
Year Round
101 Rowayton Ave.
203.853.1050
www.brendans101.com
Rowayton’s Meeting Place
for over 101 years!
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currents
The Rowayton Civic Association P.O. Box 302 Rowayton, CT 06853
www.rowaytonct.com