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    Special Section to: The Valley Gazette I The Stratford Star I The Milford Mirror I The Amity Observer I The Trumbull Times I Fairfield Sun I The Huntington Herald I The Monroe Courier I The Easton Courier

    ScapesSummer

    Above, The beauty and

    refreshing mist of Kent Fallsmakes it a favorite spot forpicnics and hiking. Among Kentshistoric attractions are the CreamHill Schoolhouse on the groundsof the Kent Antique MachineryAssociation Museum.

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    KENTA UNIQUE CULTURAL DAYTRIP

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    June 23, 2011

    HERSAM ACORN NEWSPAPERS

    by Stacy Lytwyn Maxwell

    How easy it is to erase the memories of

    the blustery winter and cool, damp spring

    when the promise of summertime trumps

    everything, especially after the first nibble

    of blueberries at the local farmers market

    on Kent Green. Local goat cheese, maple

    syrup, homemade apple pies and veggiesgalore take center stage every Saturday

    morning in this northwestern town, which

    is as rich in agriculture as it is in arts and

    culture (three prestigious private boarding

    schools within the towns borders help to

    italicize the word culture).

    The dual personalities of this town, which

    has just under 3,000 year-round residents,

    interface harmoniously and present a

    unique escape for day-trippers, as well

    as vacationers. The earliest photographs

    of Kent capture acres of farmland, which

    sustained the first settlers but then slowly

    diminished over time. Inspired by the rural

    landscape, artists took advantage of theHousatonic Railroad, which came to town

    in the late 1800s.

    To this day, the bucolic scenery continues

    to entice the resident artists, sculptors and

    writers with a few big-name celebrities

    tossed into the mix. Route 7 itself, which

    at times stretches along the Housatonic

    River, is one of the main arteries through

    Litchfield Countys 25-town region. Noted

    for their Colonial architecture, the names

    of these towns, such as Kent, New Preston,

    Sharon and Cornwall, further tout their

    English heritage. They are postcard pretty,

    replete with covered bridges and water-falls.

    Around here, antiquing is a four-season

    sport, while Mohawk Mountain in West

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    There are so many occasions when you

    need to pack a suitcase that its smart to

    pack well. Whether its for a weekend get-

    away, or a weeks vacation, there are tips

    for packing to utilize every bit of space in

    that suitcase, and you wont need to sit on

    it to get it closed securely. Because there

    are so many people in Fairfield County

    who travel by air, I did some research on

    suitcase requirements and how to best pack

    for that upcoming trip.

    First of all, lets talk suitcases. If you go

    online and try to determine the best lug-

    gage, youll be in for quite a surprise. There

    are pros and cons about wheeled suitcases

    and non-wheeled suitcases as well as great

    debates over longevity and sturdiness of

    particular luggage brands. Personally, con-

    sidering how far we have to walk from

    check-in to boarding, Im not about to lug

    a suitcase when it rolls so easily. The most

    important thing to know about suitcases

    when it comes to flying is the size and

    weight for carry-on luggage.

    According to Jet Blue Airways, the follow-

    ing is recommended. Each passenger may

    bring one bag that fits in the overhead bin

    and one personal item (purse, briefcase, lap-

    top, etc.) that fits under the seat in front of

    you. Assistive devices and outer garments

    do not count as personal items. Closets for

    hanging garment bags are not available on

    JetBlue aircraft. All carry-on luggage must

    adhere to the following requirements:

    Please note that there are additional charg-

    es for overweight or over-sized luggage.

    Since each airline has its own requirements

    regarding carry-ons, it is important that you

    check with each airline individually.

    American Airlines also allows one suitcase

    per person, with length + width + height

    totaling 45 linear inches and weighing nomore than 40 pounds. Passengers may also

    carry a purse, computer, briefcase or small

    tote. Delta and United Airlines are the same

    as above (luggageonline.com).

    Before you start packing, carefully clean off

    your suitcase with a damp, lemon-scented

    wipe and make sure that it smells fresh

    since odors can easily transfer to garments.

    Then start to roll what youre packing. Yes,

    thats right. Roll those T-shirts, underwear

    and pajamas and line the perimeter of your

    suitcase with them. I like to take my own

    pillow case and towel, which roll up easily.

    Shoes belong on the bottom of the suitcase,

    but do roll socks and underwear and stuff

    into shoes and into plastic bags to make

    more room for trousers or dresses. Theres

    an old saying regarding packing, which is

    the rule of two. Pack two pairs of shoes, one

    casual and one for stepping out, two trou-

    sers, two shorts, two tops, two dresses or

    skirts. Lay out trousers or dresses the length

    of the suitcase with the ends extending on

    both sides of it. Then layer, shirts/blouses,

    sweaters and place folded on top of the lon-

    ger items. Finally fold in the extended ends

    of the trousers or dresses. This will keep

    them from getting a crease from a tight

    fold and protect everything in the middle as

    well. Also, I like to keep my clothes in plas-

    tic dry cleaning bags when I pack because

    theyre less likely to get wrinkled and they

    stay clean.

    Women, wear your jewelry. Thats right.

    Wear whatever jewelry you plan to use on

    the trip, but dont plan on using too much

    or too valuable jewelry. Remember, there

    are great jewelry shops and accessory

    shops everywhere, and its always a great

    idea to purchase your fashion accents at

    your destination and wear them home.

    These will also serve as wonderful souve-

    nirs that will quickly bring back memories

    of the trip.

    Men, wear your sports coats. Since there

    is no charge for the clothes you wear on

    a plane, then wear a sports coat or jacket

    that you can wear with any of your trou-

    sers. Women who plan on bringing a blazer

    or jacket should do the same. You want to

    plan a versatile, but light-weight wardrobe.

    Pack solid colors rather than prints for easy

    mixing and matching. Also, be sure to leave

    enough room for some extra purchases

    while away or on vacation.

    These packing tips are not limited to those

    flying to their destination. Theyre also

    smart packing for auto and train trips.

    Remember, the less you pack going, the

    less you have to unpack when you finally

    return home.

    Packing it inTHE SMART WAY

    by Joanne Greco Rochman

    Maximum Dimensions of Carry-on

    Luggage on Airbus A320: 26 inches

    x 18 inches x 12 inches (length x

    width x height)

    Maximum Dimensions of Carry-on

    Luggage on Embraer 190: 24 inch-

    es x 16 inches x 10 inches (length

    x width x height)

    Maximum Dimensions of Personal

    Item: 18 inches x 15 inches x 8

    inches (length x width x height)

    It is also worth noting that Jet Blue,

    as of this writing, allows each pas-

    senger one checked bag free of

    charge as long as each bag adheres

    to the following requirements:

    Maximum Dimensions: 62 linear

    inches (length + width + height)

    Maximum Weight: 50 pounds

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    Not your mothers hairdressing school!OXFORD ACADEMY: ELITE TRAINING IN A SENSATIONAL SETTING

    by Robin E. Glowa

    From the outside, the grand house on the hill at 154 North

    Street in Seymour exudes sedate sophistication. But step

    inside and you will find this gorgeous Victorian mansion is

    home to a unique school and beauty salon pulsating with

    high energy, vibrant color and a modern sensibility.

    The Oxford Academy of Hair Design and the Body Shoppe

    Salon are the creations of Kellie and Dave Steeves, who

    have worked tirelessly fashioning a setting that would be a

    cut above the usual school or salon experience.

    The mansion formerly housed Carousel Gardens, a well-

    known restaurant, but it was the original owner, William

    Henry Harrison Wooster, who first brought the majestic

    structure to life in 1834, after 16 years of construction.

    Mr. Wooster was a significant figure in the history of

    Seymour and is widely recognized as the First Citizen of

    Seymour, who founded the Seymour Manufacturing Co.,

    the Seymour Trust and the Seymour Water Co.

    An impeccable design sense is needed to give new life to

    such a building. After nine months of intense reconstruc-

    tion, the couple has turned the mansion into a jewel box of

    color and contemporary grandeur, with an eclectic, elegant

    edge.

    Kellie smiles as she says, Dave is the general contractor

    and did all the renovations. This was such a grand house at

    one time; we wanted to be true to that vision, and Dave did

    it all. He preserved a great deal of the original plaster friez-

    es and restored the original wood floors. He constructed a

    big hole through the middle of the house and put in a new

    staircase to go all the way up to the third floor!

    Dave grins and adds, I always wanted this property; this

    was a dream project. We tried to keep as much as we

    could of the original details, while bringing everything up

    to code. I just couldnt wait to paint it; it hadnt had a new

    coat of paint in 40 years!

    We originally started our school with just four students in

    a 1,200-square-foot space in Oxford, and kept growing to

    the point that we needed a much bigger facility. We took a

    risk to make this happen, and here we are! says Kellie.

    The 6,000-square-foot mansion has 63 students currently,

    who come from all over the state. The students come

    because they like the education level, explains Kellie. We

    bring in educators from 10 to 15 different companies, so

    the students are learning a wide variety of product lines,

    and they become very well trained. We offer a makeup

    course taught by a renowned makeup artist, utilizing MAC

    makeup. We provide the latest supplies and information so

    our students receive an advanced education. And soon we

    will be adding an aesthetics program.

    This school is like an elite, private school, adds Kellie.

    The level of education is similar to a college experience,and we have a very high placement rate. Many of our stu-

    dents go on to work in top salons. They are able to pursue

    career opportunities as hair designers, colorists, nail techs,

    celebrity stylists or salon owners.

    We became nationally accredited so we can offer finan-

    cial aid. We have students of all ages in fact, we recently

    graduated a 68 year old! This can be a wonderful career for

    young people as well as people who want to retrain them-

    selves. In fact, we work with Connecticut unemployment

    The vibrant colors of Oxford Academy now fill the rooms of t he historic Wooster mansion in Seymour.

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    to offer a program for people who have

    been laid off and are looking to start a new

    career.

    The students practice on each other and

    on mannequins, as well as on custom-

    ers, with supervision. Among the services

    offered are haircuts, shampoo and styl-

    ing, perms, color, relaxers, french braiding

    and cornrows, as well as manicures. The

    practice salon is a sleek space with gleam-

    ing black floors flecked with gold, supple

    black leather seats and spacious windows

    overlooking the grounds and the town of

    Seymour below.

    Head down the hallway to the Body Shoppe

    Salon and you will find yourself in a fantas-

    tic den of delight complete with dance-club

    music, hot pink accents, zebra prints and

    tiny crystal chandeliers at each station.

    One of the five original fireplaces has been

    refurbished with glowing mosaic tile and a

    pink gas flame. This is a very progressive

    salon, says Kellie. We have put a lot into

    the details and the services.

    In keeping with a wild, fun feeling, the

    party room is the place to be for Glamour

    Girl parties. This room is resplendent with

    hot pink, lime green, a shimmering glitter

    ceiling and a multi-colored crystal chande-

    lier. Kellie says, This room is wild! One of

    our most popular services is the Glamour

    Girl parties. For $150, 10 little girls come

    in, choose a glamorous costume, complete

    with feather boas and jewelry. They get

    their hair, makeup and nails done and

    have their photos taken. They absolutely

    love it!

    By infusing the old mansion with the lumi-

    nous light of 90 brand new windows, a cus-

    tom-designed grand staircase and plenty

    of other sparkling details, Kellie and Dave

    have truly brought their vision to life. Its

    a work in progress, they both say, with a

    gleam in their eyes. Want to see the third

    floor? Its going to be the spa someday!

    The public is invited to an official Grand

    Opening Party, Sunday, July 31, from 1-5

    p.m.

    Oxford Academy of Hair Design, Body

    Shoppe Salon is at 153 North Street in

    Seymour; 203-888-0097; oxfordhairacademy.

    com; bodyshoppesalon.com.

    Cornwall attracts wintertime skiers and

    snowboarders. Fishing enthusiasts find the

    lively streams and rivers irresistible. Lovers

    feel the pierce of Cupids arrow on any cal-

    endar day when reserving a room at one of

    the many bed and breakfasts. B & B own-

    ers and other locals note with pride that

    Yankee magazine in 2010 voted Kent the

    number one spot for viewing fall foliage.

    During the summer, Mother Nature paints

    these woodlands, hills, fields and the

    famous Appalachian Trail a magnet for

    hikers in nearly every color imaginable,

    with a penchant for green. Summertime

    campers favor Kents Macedonia Brook

    State Park with its options for hiking,

    stream fishing and picnicking.

    The best-known outdoor venue is Kent

    Falls State Park. On a hot summers day,

    the mist from the falls on a tributary of the

    Housatonic River, which cascades some

    250 feet, is a welcome relief. For thou-

    sands of annual visitors, the falls are the

    main attraction at the park. This lovely

    backdrop makes a good picnic spot, too.

    The quarter-mile trail around the falls is a

    bit steep but worth the extra effort to view

    the show of shooting cascades. Since the

    area is designated as a trout park, dontforget to bring a fishing pole.

    Lovers, kids on a hide-and-seek adventure

    and curiosity seekers should visit the 37-

    foot-long covered bridge over the brook

    foot traffic only. Built in 1994, the lat-

    tice-trussed structure replaced an earlier

    one.

    For visitors in need of travel journals,

    rain gear, camera equipment and more,

    Backcountry Outfitters (bcoutfitters.com)

    sits conveniently in the center of Kent and

    is noted for its high quality of goods for

    outdoor/adventure travel.

    Few can resist Annie Bananie Ice Cream

    (annieicecream.com/icecream), which is

    billed as the best ice cream in the north-

    west corner of Connecticut. So treat your-

    self to one of the goodies on the Sundae

    School menu. There is also a dog-gone

    good menu of gourmet hot dogs and bever-

    ages for a quick pick-me-upper.

    The Kent Art Association (kentart.org), the

    oldest gallery in town, features a variety

    of shows that highlight its diverse mem-

    bers. Founded in 1923 by nine former

    Manhattanites, its history is as interesting

    as its shows. For a living exhibition of

    sculptures, do not miss (and you cant help

    but notice) a zoo of metal animals, exotic

    to barnyard, created by Denis Curtiss,

    whose studio is just south of Kent FallsState Park.

    A final note to art, culture and nature fans

    in fact to devotees of just about anything

    you will find some great reading at the

    House of Books on North Main, which has

    a sizable selection of childrens books. It is

    also chockablock full of fine notepaper and

    unique jigsaw puzzles hours dwindle

    away. A cookbook of summertime recipes

    may also be in order something to raise

    your spirits during a chilly winter, as will

    summer memories of Kent, which have

    a way of etching themselves within your

    heart.

    For information on other summer activities

    and a free copy of Unwind, a 112-page

    color guide to lodging, dining and all the

    attractions in the Litchfield Hills, contact the

    Western Connecticut Convention and Visitors

    Bureau, PO Box 968, Litchfield, CT 06759;

    860-567-4506, or visit their Web site at litch-

    fieldhills.com.

    Glamour Girl parties are a favorite of the younger set.

    Kentcontinued from page 1

    SUMMER EVENTS

    Kent Schoolhosts the Litch-

    field Jazz Festival and Litch-

    field Jazz Camp, always held

    on the first weekend of Au-

    gust, which includes three

    days of exceptional jazz with

    top-line performers and an

    array of special events. For

    schedules, tickets and more,

    visit litchfieldjazzfest.com.

    Kent Firemans Fair & Parade,

    Aug. 11, 12, 13, features car-nival rides, great food, special

    events and a spectacular fire-

    works show, 860-927-3151.

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    Online with Blue Star BazaarMEGANS DISCOVERIES BECOME YOUR ORIGINAL GIFTS

    by Lois Alcosser

    Some little girls still want to be ballerinas,

    but Megan LeBant Abrahamsens story of

    her life as an entrepreneur is much more

    21st Century. She is the CEO, CFO, presi-

    dent and buyer of her fast-growing online

    retail business, Blue Star Bazaar, which sells

    unusual accessories, toys, jewelry, home

    furnishings and fashion items. What I look

    for has to be attractive, original and beauti-

    fully made, the kind of gifts you dont find

    anywhere else.

    Megan grew up in a creative atmosphere.

    Her father, an IBM marketing executive, built

    his childrens clubhouse and made stained

    glass lamps. Her mother sewed their Hal-

    loween costumes, and loved to cook. Her

    brother is the chef/owner of Schoolhouse

    Restaurant in Wilton.

    With an MBA from the Tuck School of Busi-

    ness at Dartmouth, Megan realized that

    starting ones own business requires multi-

    layered knowledge and professional help.

    There are companies whose business is de-

    veloping other businesses. I put in my own

    images and descriptions and they manage

    the online aspects: credit cards, delivery

    times all the functions of online selling

    making the whole process of online shop-

    ping efficient and simple. I learned how to

    connect with social media like Facebook

    and see how online advertising works. The

    idea is to have lots of online traffic, Megan

    says.

    What happened to me is something thats

    happening to many women. I had some

    wonderful jobs, including very relevant

    business experience, but marriage and two

    young sons put my career on hold. But I

    knew I needed a creative outlet, a chance

    to use my education and work experience

    to do something that would be mine, in ad-

    dition to being a wife and mom.

    Megan has thought a lot about this. Mens

    careers are linear. They usually work their

    way up to a desired position, but womens

    lives are different. Women have to carve out

    their own occupational path. We often have

    to take a bold step, suddenly, and then fo-

    cus on succeeding while still fulfilling family

    responsibilities. So a business that operates

    from home is ideal.

    Before Blue Star Bazaar, Megan had a trial

    run selling hand-painted childrens fur-

    niture. But that was just one product. She

    wanted a much more exciting inventory.

    I love searching for items made by small

    producers, talented people who produce

    exceptional products. I have childrens T-

    shirts, appliqud by hand, babys bibs that

    are actually elegant as well as practical. Ive

    just added wonderful-looking beach bags

    and towels. I write an online newsletter to

    let people know whats happening.

    Where does the name Blue Star Bazaar come

    from? I wanted a name that was visual. Ive

    always loved star shapes and bazaar not

    only rhymes but sounds like a place with

    lots of different, exciting products. I am

    the employer and the only employee right

    now. I do free gift wrapping, and I ship ev-

    erything from home except large items that

    get shipped from the manufacturer. Theres

    a flat rate of $7 for orders under $50 and no

    charge over $50. Ill even drop off an item

    at someones home or have it here to be

    picked up by the customer.

    When shipments arrive, Im as delighted

    as if they were all for me. Right now, I have

    mens needlepoint belts with themes like

    golfing, flour-sack towels with funny say-

    ings, little girls sunhats with a vintage look,

    baby blankets of recycled material and de-

    signer fabrics, outdoor explorer kits and box

    kite kits, one-of-a-kind necklaces, and soon

    Ill have little girls back-to-school dresses.

    Does she supply her brother, Tim, with prod-

    ucts for his Schoolhouse Restaurant? We

    maintain the integrity of our own custom-

    ers; we do share ideas. But on Valentines

    Day, I supplied his staff with gifts because

    they were all too busy to shop!

    For a colorful view of Megans handpicked

    items, see thebluestarbazaar.com.

    Megan LeBant searches for items that are original, eye-catching and beautifully made.

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    Vineyards flourish in the eastern half of

    Connecticut, and fine weather is the time

    for visiting them.

    One morning we saw sun, called good

    friends and were driven to Pomfret and

    visited Sharpe Hill Vineyards, Connecticuts

    largest winery, whose products are sold in

    20 states. Sharpe Hill Vineyard, most beau-

    tiful, sits in splendid isolation on rolling hills

    in a historic New England setting. During

    summer months, its restaurant, which

    has received top marks from Zagat and

    Connecticut Magazine, serves a gourmet

    lunch every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

    Dress code is casual, but reservations arerequired (860-974-3549).

    After touring the winery, its vines and

    acreage, you will wish to sample some of

    its produce. The tasting room, charmingly

    decorated in eclectic dazzle style eye-

    catching papier-mch monkeys, an an-

    cient spinning wheel and much more is

    enhanced by the mystique of fine wine

    fermenting close by. You will be offered 10

    wines in an intelligently planned sequence

    at a cost of $10, and a glass to take away as

    a souvenir. Kate Wetzel was our sommelier,

    a lovely knowledgeable lady.

    We were supplied with dump buckets toempty glasses into after a sip of each

    sample. When tasting a series of wines, it

    is best to judge more with nose than pal-

    ate. Recollect that tongue and mouth sense

    only salt, sweet and bitter; the nose has the

    ability to sense thousands of flavors. Let the

    proboscis be your guide for judging and ac-

    curate identification. We were joined by the

    winemaker, Howard Bursen, who answered

    our questions and also explained his phi-

    losophy: Blending several grapes can often

    create a superior product that could not be

    attained with solely one type of grape.

    You will be given a sheet listing the wines

    and their characteristics. Be fearless when

    jotting down your observations; it will help

    when you decide to purchase wines on

    leaving. You will, as did we, want to buy.

    The first wine we had was Ballet of Angels.

    We fell for the label! It has a charming

    portrait of Master Francis O. Watts at age

    three, holding a bird, painted by John

    Brewster Jr. of New York. Ballet of Angels

    is a secret blend of nine different grapeswith the most obvious being fruity Chenin

    Blanc, supported generously with Vignoles.

    Vignoles is an interesting hybrid created by

    J. F. Ravat, a French hybridizer of the late

    19th Century. High in acidity, it gives struc-

    ture to Ballet of Angels. Vignoles is subject

    to Botrytis Cinerea, or noble rot, making

    it an ideal candidate for the production of

    sweet wines top-ranked Sauternes such

    as Chateau d Yquem.

    Included in the group of 10 wines we tasted

    was a Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay, a blend

    of Chardonnay and Melon de Bourgogne,

    an alternate name for Muscadet, which

    is a perfect match for seafood, shellfish

    in particular. Combine them and you find

    yourself in a gustatory reverie.

    Lovers of dry Bordeaux wines will exult in

    the Cabernet Franc, a gutsy and elegant

    red, seemingly designed expressly to ac-

    company a leg of lamb. We finished with

    dessert wines, and the general consen-

    sus was that the Select Late Harvest andPontefract (translation, broken bridge) were

    the most flavorful. The former made from

    botrytised Vignoles grapes carries an

    impressive 19% alcohol. This high-alcohol

    content calls for restraint in drinking, but

    restraint is difficult when drinking such

    a delicacy. Pontefract is a Port-style des-

    sert wine, marvelous with simple desserts

    fruit compote or pound cake, perhaps.

    Sharpe Hills restaurant was not open, but

    our hosts recommended The Harvest, a

    nearby restaurant where we ate well. They

    have a fine cellar and proudly display their

    awards from the Wine Spectator magazine

    for their excellent wine list. We drank a

    bottle of Ballet of Angels. It superbly com-

    plemented the good food.

    Should you decide to visit Sharpe Hills, save

    extra time to also try the wines at nearby

    Taylor Brooke Winery in Woodstock. You

    take exit 93 from I-395 for Sharpe Hill, but

    exit 97 for Taylor Brooke. Here Linda and

    Richard Auger produce red, white, dessert

    and fruit wines. Take a picnic lunch there

    and enjoy the scenery and fine wines any

    Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Phone in ad-

    vance, 860- 974-1263.

    Feeling really adventurous? Call 860-962-

    0600 and sign up for a hot air balloon ride

    with Brighter Skies Balloon Co. Flights leave

    early in the morning, but you will be treat-

    ed to a Champagne breakfast upon landing.

    Whos to complain!

    California and European wines are made

    from the vinifera grape, which, with proper

    care, will flourish in Connecticut. Hybrid

    grapes are also popular here, such as grapes

    crossed with vinifera, plus hardy native

    grapes that withstand our cold winters.

    When Leif Ericsson traveled to America 500

    years before Columbus, he gave this newcountry the name of Vinland, due to the

    profusion of grape vines.

    The Connecticut wineries produce prize-

    winning wines as well as support the local

    economies. If you are interested in going

    green or becoming a locavore, heres an

    opportunity to aid and find enjoyment in

    this worthwhile sphere.

    The Connecticut Wine Trail (ctwinetrail.com)

    has a listing of wineries, tasting events and

    festivals, directions and hours of operation.

    Follow your noseTO SHARPE HILL VINEYARDS IN POMFRET

    by Col. Jack E. Daniels

    Sharpe Hill Vineyards, set amidst rolling hills, is t he largest vineyard in the state. Don Pike photo

    Learn what its like to grow up as a dinosaur in a life-size robotic exhibit.MaritimeAquarium.org Exits 14n or 15s off I-95 in Norwalk, CT

    Special one-day

    appearance

    Sat., June 18 at

    The Maritime Aquarium

    10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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