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Gelatissimo Is a Love Letter to Italy’s Beloved Frozen Treat

February 11, 2016 by

Discover the best gelato in the area at New Canaan's Gelatissimo, a delicious love letter to the beloved Italian treat. Over 66 flavors have been created and are rotated regularly to offer 22 tempting options at a time in this adorable gelato shop. Owned by Nuccia and Andrea Mazzonetto, an Italian-born couple, Gelatissimo uses a traditional family recipe that perfectly recreates the creamy texture and rich, bold flavors of gelato.

Try the bestselling mint chocolate chip for a familiar taste presented Italian-style, or select a fruitier option, like raspberry, for a bright complement to any occasion. Gelatissimo also makes to-die-for gelato cakes, an indulgent yet well deserved dessert to help you celebrate your next occasion. Visit the website for more information and hours of operation.

Gelatissimo
26 Forest Street
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 966-5000
http://www.gelatissimoartisangelato.com/
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Shop Affordable Fashion Jewelry at Pennyweights

December 10, 2015 by

Adorn yourself with simple jewelry pieces that make a stylish statement at Pennyweights in New Canaan. This adorable jewelry line and shop has been catering to New Canaan’s most fashionable residents with elegant and vibrant earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. Pennyweights offers a great selection of moderately-priced jewelry perfect for gifting as well as finding a little something for yourself.

The clean lines of the metal work that surround the boldly-colored stones make Pennyweights’ pieces perfect for casual wearers and jewelry enthusiasts alike. Select a beautiful pair of gemstone drop earrings for the special woman in your life, or choose a gold-plated, elastic bracelet that carries the message “Love” as a modest, everyday piece for those who are your nearest and dearest. Open daily, this little shop is a great place to pop in to find modern, one of a kind pieces. Visit the website for a gallery of the boutique's fine jewelry.

Pennyweights
124 Elm Street
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 966-7739
pennyweights.com
https://www.facebook.com/pennyweights
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Design Solutions: Style Your Life

November 12, 2015 by

If you’re looking for something unique to decorate your home at Stamford Corners Apartments, locals might point you in the direction of Design Solutions. This highly-rated home store has an incredible selection and the staff are great at helping you discover the perfect object for your room. One of the biggest sales points here is the wide variety of upholstered furniture – if you love the shape of a piece but not the surface, they can easily replace the fabric with something from their library. It’s an awesome and reasonably inexpensive way to create a conversation piece for a room. Design Solutions also sells a variety of lighting and wall art, and their bath department is exceptional. Even kids have something to enjoy here with a collection of well-designed toys built from sturdy natural materials.

Design Solutions
146 Elm Street
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 966-3116
http://www.yelp.com/biz/design-solutions-new-canaan

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Brewing the Best at Zumbach’s Gourmet Coffee

October 15, 2015 by

Conquer your next work week with a cup of Zumbach’s Gourmet Coffee each morning. Owner Daniel Zumbach understands the importance of a good brew and roasts over 200 pounds of beans each day, ensuring his customers get the best possible flavor and intensity. Stop by the friendly, locally-loved coffee shop and enjoy the rich aroma of the roasting beans as you sip an iced cappuccino or café au lait.

Take a few cups to-go to make your workplace productive and congenial on a Monday or pick up a few bags of your favorite roast to enjoy a few cups to yourself while you relax at home.Zumbach’s makes customers even happier with delicious muffins and pastries to complement their coffee choices.

Zumbach's Gourmet Coffee
77 Pine Street
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 966-2704
http://www.zumbachscoffee.com/
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New Canaan Nature Center: Experience the Great Outdoors

August 13, 2015 by

Established in 1960, the New Canaan Nature Center has been educating and delighting local residents for more than 50 years. The Nature Center's paths and trails are open to the public, and they traverse diverse habitats, including meadows, woodlands, and marshy areas, as well as human-designed gardens and orchards. During the summer you'll enjoy the colorful blooms in the wildflower garden, while during winter visits you'll enjoy visiting the greenhouse where exotic species are nurtured.

Animal exhibits are also a central component of the Nature Center's educational programming, and you'll be able to walk through the center's seven aviaries, which house birds of prey like eagles, owls, and falcons. The Nature Center is a favorite among kids, and you’ll often encounter birthday parties, class trips, and recreational summer camps on site.

The New Canaan Nature Center grounds are open dawn to dusk seven days a week.

New Canaan Nature Center
144 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 966-9577
www.newcanaannature.org
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Silvermine Arts Center: Buried Treasure

October 9, 2014 by

Silvermine Arts Center is an exceptional cultural hub — truly one of New Canaan’s most interesting and diverse places to feed your head.

Sculptor Solon Borglum moved to the area in 1908 and just a decade later the Silvermine Guild of Artists was founded. The Guild now consists of over 300 professional artists and five gallery spaces, as well as a School of Art that passes skills and concepts along to both amateurs and professionals. The Arts Center is one of Fairfield County’s most-visited cultural institutions, with a gorgeous 4 1/2 acre campus and excellent facilities. The classes presented here are diverse, ranging from traditional mediums like painting and sculpture to photography and mixed media.

The Center also hosts an Art Partners program that places working artists into elementary school classrooms around the New Canaan area. Even if you’re not looking to take a class, don't miss the impressive work on display in the galleries.

Silvermine Arts Center
1037 Silvermine Road
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 966-5617
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Carriage Barn Arts Center: Palace Of Expression

January 16, 2014 by

The Carriage Barn Arts Center is located in a glorious historic stone building on the former Waveny Estate. This is a place with real history — the New Canaan Society for the Arts opened it in 1895. Unfortunately, the Society went dormant in the early 20th century and the barn was shuttered until 1977, when a new group of local artists re-opened it. The barn’s centerpiece, the Betty Barker Gallery, hosts a half-dozen exhibitions every year. Three regulars include the juried photography exhibition and Spectrum, a showcase for many of the area’s best visual artists. The gallery is a well-lit and spacious location that is an awesome environment to showcase works, and the building and its gardens are a pleasure to explore. In addition, the recently-formed Waveny Park Arts Alliance is using the space to host free concerts and theatrical performances in the gallery. **Closed in the summer.

Carriage Barn Arts Center
681 South Ave
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 972-1895
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The Glass House: Throw No Stones

January 9, 2013 by

This 47- acre campus is a glorious place to explore and learn about modernist architecture. Philip Johnson founded the Department of Architecture and Design at New York’s Museum of Modern Art in 1930, helping establish the discipline as creative field. He designed and built The Glass House in 1949 as his own home.

This gorgeous structure pushed the boundaries over 60 years ago and still looks fresh in the 21st century. Johnson died there in 1966 and the property was eventually gifted to the National Trust for Historic Preservation. They opened it to the public in 2007, and it’s been a destination for architecture and sculpture lovers ever since.

Tours start at the visitor center in downtown New Canaan and last 45 minutes. They also host a number of special events throughout the year.

The Glass House
199 Elm St Ste 11
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-9884
http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-glass-house-new-canaan

 

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