Greenwich - November 2025

A SEASON of LIGHT

GREENWICH

NOVEMBER 2025 contents

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IGNITING HOPE

In this, the season of giving, our Light a Fire Awards celebrate the unsung heroes among us who are affecting change in incredible ways. It is our honor to introduce them to you here. by jill johnson mann

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SLEIGH THE SEASON

Greenwich event planner Lauren Grafer Schweibold has mastered the art of turning holiday gatherings—and milestone moments—into stories guests will retell for years. Her golden rule? Make it gorgeous, but don’t forget to make it fun. by

jill johnson mann

12 EDITOR’S LETTER

14 FOUNDER’S LETTER Of Talking Tables

17 STATUS REPORT

BUZZ A $35 million renovation sets the stage for generations of Greenwich kids to thrive at the Boys & Girls Club SHOP It’s here! Our holiday gift guide is packed with stylish picks for everyone on your list—adventurists to homebodies and trendsetters to fitness fanatics.

GO Meet the luxury travel insider who can open doors—and worlds— you never imagined. HOME From nautical mansions to Scandinavian cottages, Taylor Lagerloef is leaving her mark on Greenwich homes.

EAT Why Old Greenwich is buzzing over Daina Olesen’s new bakery and café, Birch Bakehouse.

46 MONEY MATTERS

Should you settle with the insurance company after an accident?

48 G-MOM

How to help your kids build résumés, confidence and character with first-job experiences; From Turkey Trots to giant balloons, November is packed with family fun.

55 PEOPLE & PLACES

Hospital for Special Surgery; Greenwich Riding and Trails Association; Jewish Family Services; Greenwich Emergency Medical Services

61 VOWS

Simmons–Eggers; Larkin–Williams

95 CALENDAR

103 INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

104 POSTSCRIPT

Binney Park shows off from above.

Top Lawyers in Fairfield County (page 85)

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editor’s letter

SCAN TO EXPLORE OUR DIGITAL SIDE

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

Every fall, as the days grow shorter and the leaves put on their colorful show, we find ourselves looking forward to one of our favorite traditions at the magazine: shining a spotlight on the people who make our community brighter. Our Light a Fire awards aren’t about fanfare. They’re about celebrating the neighbors among us who quietly, consistently and passionately change lives. And every year, I’m reminded just how lucky we are to live in a place where giving back is woven into the fabric of daily life.

This year’s honorees are an incredible mix (page 64). Take Andres Moreira, whose work with the Red Cross and GEMS shows us what compassion looks like in action. Or Barbara Salop, who brings not just comfort but music and joy to seniors and patients navigating some of life’s hardest chapters. Blanche Parker, who has spent more than two decades encouraging women through the Women’s Mentoring Network, reminds us that showing up, week after week, can change the course of someone’s story.

We also have visionaries who turn ideas into movements. Brandi Maniscalco dreamed up Designed to Dine, which has raised more than half a million dollars for local nonprofits. Chris Schipper has protected acres of open space and wildlife so that generations to come can wander the same trails he loves. And then

there are Beth and Joe Massoud, who together have built a family legacy of service, from mentoring youth to welcoming refugees.

Some of our honorees are fighters in every sense of the word. Kay Maxwell has spent her career standing up for women’s health and civic engagement, never backing down, even when the work hasn’t been easy. Mike Evans turned a love of basketball into Full Court Peace, a program that unites kids across deep divides, from Belfast to Havana, to right here in the U.S. Sally Lawrence has been quietly shaping the futures of Boys & Girls Club kids for decades, handing out scholarships and encouragement in equal measure. And Stuart Adelberg—whose fingerprints are on causes from the arts to affordable housing—reminds us that asking tough questions and pushing for better is its own form of generosity.

What strikes me most is how different they all are, and yet how much they have in common. They believe in showing up. They believe in lifting others. They believe that even small acts, repeated again and again, can ripple outward in extraordinary ways.

This issue is a celebration of these men and women. But it’s also a challenge to all of us: What will we do, in our own way, to light a fire?

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“It was on this table that a teenaged babysitter decided to iron a shirt.”

OF TALKING TABLES

We’ve finally arrived at the holiday season. Kids come home, guests arrive, our refrigerators are jampacked, and the dining room table becomes the most important piece of furniture in your house.

Mine has been in my life forever. If that table could talk, it would have lots to say, starting in Cleveland when I was three. My grandfather, visiting from Bronxville, was seated next to me at dinner. “Oh, my,” Papa Rudy sighed, after his first bite of lemon meringue pie, “I’d love to take a piece of this home in my pocket to Gammy.” So, I quietly obliged him, which he didn’t realize until he got on the train and had to rush home from Grand Central the next morning to change his clothes, making him late for a big meeting. (He was Treasurer of the New York Central.)

This is where my father made me eat all the cute little Brussels sprouts I’d put on my plate, and I threw up. This is where he challenged us to name all the state capitals, and we’d argue over how to pronounce Helena. This is where my brothers and I learned manners, like not to chase food around a plate with a clatter of cutlery. “Myrtle!” Mother would say, likening us to someone she knew who needed lessons in that department.

When I was 23, it was to my father at this table that Jack had a telegram delivered requesting Dad’s “presence in the library following dinner to discuss a subject of mutual interest.” He read it and put it in his pocket without comment—while I, knowingly, held my breath. After dessert, the gents adjourned to the library, while Mother and I drank Drambuie in the pantry. She’d guessed Jack would be “the One.”

That table had four leaves and two pedestals, but for our little honeymoon house it had been reduced to a square. When Time Inc. promoted Jack to New York in 1963, we had to sell fast. But a blizzard sent snow seeping

through the dining room ceiling from the sundeck above. So, not to scare off buyers, I climbed up on the table with a piece of chalk and camouflaged the stains. (Later we’d tell them our insurance would cover any damage.)

Then the table came with us to Riverside. Now with two leaves, it could seat Jonathan’s Country Day classmates for Halloween spaghetti and Audrey’s playmates in their velvet dresses and party hats. It was at this table one Thanksgiving that I presented pumpkin ice cream for the first time, and five-year-old Audrey announced: “OK, but if I don’t like it, I’m going out to the kitchen and eat the recipe!” (That kid always had a way with words.)

It was on this table that a teenaged babysitter decided to iron a shirt, while my wide-eyed daughter noted, “Oh, I don’t think Mommy would like that.” (The sitter said she’d pay for the refinishing, but I never saw the money.)

When Audrey was thirteen, Jack’s mother, visiting from Philadelphia, looked across the table and said: “Audrey, you have too much makeup on.” Audrey replied, “Granny, I don’t have any makeup on.” “Oh,” said her grandmother, “I couldn’t see you through the centerpiece.” Now I was in trouble, too!

Years later, it was at this table that our daughter announced her first pregnancy, and Jack responded, “We better plan that trip to Okemo right away while you can still see over the tips of your skis.”

In the early days, I used to map out greenwich magazine on this table—putting ads and edit together so there were no blank pages, and more recently I wrote so many letters to get the vote out that I got a painful kink in my right thumb.

Today, with four leaves, that table miraculously fits into our little dining room, accommodating our grandchildren on Christmas Eve (with overflow in the adjoining brick room.)

Thus, tales from the table live on. G

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by valerie foster

CLUBHOUSE RULES

A $35 MILLION RENOVATION BRINGS FRESH ENERGY, SPACE AND OPPORTUNITY TO GENERATIONS OF KIDS IN GREENWICH

For many years, the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich was a home away from home for Damarys Aceituna. It was the safe place she went daily after school, never having to be a latchkey kid while her parents were working. It was the place she met some of her best friends while building great connections with the community and staff, whom she credits with being one of the main reasons she is where she is today—a senior at Loyola University Chicago. And she feels the just-completed Clubhouse renovation at BGCG will ensure that children will thrive for

generations to come, as she has done since she was six. GBGC’s CEO Cristina Vittoria calls the $35 million project transformative and much needed to meet the evolving needs of today’s youth. When the club was founded in 1910, it helped young boys from disadvantaged circumstances develop good character, primarily through athletic and recreational programs. Today, it plays a pivotal role in Greenwich, bringing children, teens and the community together from all parts of town. This is the first renovation in

20 years, and in addition to making significant upgrades to the HVAC, IT, electrical and plumbing systems, Vittoria explains the key features of the reconstructed Clubhouse include:

• Doubling the educational space and increasing the program count to serve more kids daily

• A new teen center and tech café, along with additional teen programming and support

• A regulation-size gym, enabling BGCG to host athletic events

• Updated dance and fitness space

• An upgrade to the outdoor field

• An amphitheater

• Increased safety and security measures

The Clubhouse has been renamed in honor of Rebecca S. Breed, who dedicated years of service and leadership to BGCG. Her son, Alan Breed, explains the reason for the

family’s generous financial gift. “Our mother believed in the incredible potential of every child who walked through the Club’s doors. She saw it as more than just a safe space. It was a place where dreams were nurtured, and futures were shaped. Our family is proud to help carry her legacy forward by supporting a place she cared for so deeply.”

“We have been encouraged by the overwhelming positive reaction to the space from the kids, families, donors and elected officials,” Vittoria says. “The thoughtfulness that was applied to each area is resonating deeply with the community.”

She further explains that the annual membership of $75 doesn’t cover the cost of programming. “We supplement with fundraising and by renting our space for events such as the Greenwich High School reunion, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, big celebrations, birthday parties and fundraising events of other nonprofits. Now we are even more attractive as a rental facility,” she adds.

“a ll of the programs and opportunities provided a great foundation for me to become a leader and be able to chase my goals without fear of failure.”

– damarys aceituna, former bggc member

But the work of capital campaign co-chairs George Fox and Tony Mann is not quite over. Of the $28 million construction goal, 74 percent has been raised. The overall $35 million campaign includes $7 million for Camp Simmons renovations, slated to begin soon. “We’re thrilled to have the finish line in sight, and now we invite the entire community to help us cross it,” Fox says.

Damarys Aceituna, who received a $40,000 scholarship from BGCG, looks at the improvements as a huge investment in the futures of all kids who use the Club,

calling it a one-stop hub to excel and grow.

“All of the programs and opportunities provided a great foundation for me to become a leader and be able to chase my goals without fear of failure,” she says. “They provided a support system that offered nothing but encouragement, which I think really builds great character in kids. I was given emotional security in addition to tutoring and leadership and community service opportunities. I was able to develop and grow skills in every single aspect of my life.” bgcg.org G

An independent, college preparatory day school, providing character-based education for boys in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12.

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Masha Balenzano offers truly out-of-this-world experiences

by jill johnson mann

Manhattan-based travel agency Global Travel Concepts has a new branch in Greenwich, where the company is the only agency affiliated with Virtuoso, an exclusive global network of top luxury travel agencies. Owner Masha Balenzano is not exaggerating when she says she can “take you into the jungle or out of this world.” Global Travel’s website offers everything from safaris to space travel. With three decades in the travel industry, including 20-plus years in luxury travel, if anyone can fast-track your trip to outer space or custom-design your dream vacation to the most exclusive spots on this planet, it is Masha.

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you can’t just buy on the market.”

“Last August we sent our first client to space,” she says. The list for that kind of adventure is long, but Masha knows how to bypass queues. “I travel extensively and have incredible connections from being in this business for so long,” she explains. Combine those relationships and insider access with a lot of persistence, and the sky is the limit—literally.

“Recently, we sent clients to Wimbledon and secured entrance into the members’ lounge. Through our connections, we found a member—a former No. 2 player for the U.K.—and he was their host for the day,” Masha says. “They had a table set up for them for the entire match, with high-end lunch, tea time and drinks. That is a completely out-of-the-box experience that

owner masha balenzano is not exaggerating when claiming she can “take you into the jungle or out of this world.” global travel’s website offers everything from safaris to space travel.

Formula 1, the Kentucky Derby, the Oscars—Global Travel has the ins. “I’ve bought Birkin bags for clients,” says Masha. “I’ve even flown a pair of Louis Vuitton sneakers to another country for a client because they needed them right away. Over three decades, I’ve seen and done it all.”

The travel aficionado has a tough time picking her favorite getaway. “There is something special about Kenya and about the people. It was life-changing,” says Masha. “I was lucky enough to meet the Maasai tribe, and it was just incredible.” She also loves Patagonia, St. Barts, the Maldives, Paris, London, Peru … .“Too many to list,” she says. But she never thought she’d live anywhere but Manhattan,

where she relished the hustle and bustle of Midtown for 25 years. Then the pandemic drove her out to Greenwich, and she found herself smitten.

What does she love to come home to after a trip? “Serenity,” she says. “No matter how much I love a destination, I have this feeling every time at Exit 29 on the Merritt. I feel lightness. I feel like I’ve come home. It’s beautiful. It’s serene. I love my neighborhood: the greenery, the peacefulness, and I really love the community. I moved here only five years ago, and half of that was the pandemic, and I didn’t have a single friend. Now I have a beautiful circle of friends that I cherish, and I can’t imagine my life without them.” globaltravelconceptsnyc.com G

home

by mary kate hogan

DESIGNING WITH INTENTION

The daughter of a jeweler, this young designer with Connecticut roots pivoted from fashion to interiors and is making her mark on New York and Greenwich homes. From a waterfront mansion to a nautically-themed house for a well-known lifestyle brand exec, Taylor Lagerloef creates homes that are beautiful, functional and highly personal. We caught up with Taylor to learn what inspires her, her storage secrets and design details from her favorite projects from five years with her own firm.

Can you share a bit about your connections to Fairfield County?

I was raised in Westport, and I still have family in Westport and in Greenwich. [Her father, Warren, is a co-owner of Famille jewelers in Greenwich.] Fairfield County was the center of my childhood and my upbringing. It still feels like home. I moved to Paris to study, and that experience opened my eyes not only to design, but to culture, different ways of life and the energy of being in a city. From there, I fell in love with the richness of big cities between the architecture, the history and the vibrancy. This ultimately led me back to New York, which is where I’ve built my life and career. Still, I’ve never lost my connection to Connecticut. Given the proximity,

I continue to work with clients there. Over the years, I’ve built a trusted network of local vendors and tradespeople that I still collaborate with today. It’s wonderful to merge the energy and perspective from my current life in New York with the strong roots I have in Greenwich.

What led you to pursue a career in design?

I was absolutely a kid who was always rearranging my bedroom furniture. Also, I was always the one who was trying on my mother’s jewelry. I loved wearing her pearl necklaces. I was always sketching and creating. Creativity was a natural part of me.

At first, I thought I was going to pursue fashion, and that’s why I enrolled at Parsons

in Paris. However, I quickly realized that fashion was not for me. It felt too individualistic. I began interning with an interior designer [in France], and things started to click. What drew me in was the sense that interior design extends far beyond aesthetics. For me, it’s about shaping the spaces where we live, where we connect, where we create memories. Interiors become the backdrop for people’s lives, and a home isn’t just a beautiful place to live. It’s a deeply personal archive of clients’ lives. That’s what made me fall in love with this business.

How would you describe your style and your approach to design?

My personal aesthetic is contemporary, deeply rooted in the use of unique textures, and with a clear nod to mid-century modern. I admire the work of the mid-century masters such as Eero Saarinen, Hans Wegner, Carlo Scarpa. I often draw from their use of form and material. I aim to reinterpret those references by updating proportions, finishes and functionality to reflect how my clients live.

My approach is always client-centered. I begin each project by understanding my client’s priorities and lifestyle. From there, I develop design that blends the function of a home with individuality and creates a flow that feels intuitive but also inspiring. It’s important to me to honor a client’s taste. Many of them travel extensively, and their treasured memories come from those

opposite page: In an open floor plan, this dining room that connects the living room and butler’s pantry is anchored by a Hellman Chang table with custom chairs and an eye-catching Ochre glass chandelier. left: The stair tower is grounded by custom wood paneling, enlarged to suit the double-height foyer and enlivened by a dramatic 24-foot chandelier from Bocci. below: The whole house is designed to maximize views of Long Island Sound. architect: Cardello Architects builder: Hobbs Inc.

left: Drawing inspiration from yacht interiors, this dining room with wet bar features sailcloth paneling, a teak table, chairs and molding and polished chrome accents. architect: Tanner White builder: SBP Homes

experiences. I love weaving that into their homes, whether it’s through materials, color palette or collected objects. I want their space to be beautiful but also a reflection of their personal journey.

You learned the ropes working for Cindy Rinfret. How was that?

It was everything I could have hoped for in a first job, post-college, but also as a first step toward building my own company. From the beginning, I was open about my long-term dream of running my own firm. She was incredibly supportive and educated me in all aspects of the profession— from designing to working closely with clients, plus behind the scenes and the day-to-day of running a business. I wanted to be involved in every facet of the job. I’m forever grateful for the experience, which gave me the confidence to launch on my own company.

There were many incredible projects that I’m so lucky to have been involved in while working for Cindy. One experience that really stood out was a historic waterfront property in Greenwich that was originally a carriage house, about 150 years old. The client wanted to renovate in a way that felt authentic but also honored the history, all while making it functional for modern living. It was truly a lesson in merging old and new. We kept the original floors and barn doors but then introduced fresh details, such as moldings, hardware and mill work. We retrofitted antiques, such as an old French console that was transformed into a vanity for the formal powder room. This project taught me the power of restraint and respect for a home’s architecture and also how you can breathe new life into a space.

Let’s talk about some of your projects. Can you share a bit about the Overlook house?

This is one of my favorite Greenwich projects, on Byram Shore Road. From the beginning, the architecture and interior planning were centered around optimizing the views of the Sound and nearby islands. The house itself has an open floor plan, which includes a double-height foyer, a combined living and dining space, and a stair tower that spans three levels; and it was imperative for the interiors to feel cohesive while still giving each space its own sense of character. I selected materials and finishes that would not only complement each other but also stand the test of time, which was especially important in a waterfront property, where sun and salt exposure can be very harsh. The interior furniture and lighting layouts were designed to enhance the architecture without obstructing the views. We also wanted to bring the outside in—superimportant for a house like this where the client wanted to host and entertain—with windows and doors that could open up completely so the house really was indoor-outdoor.

“ my personal aesthetic is contemporary, deeply rooted in the use of unique textures, and with a clear nod to mid-century modern. i admire the work of the midcentury masters such as eero saarinen, hans wegner, carlo scarpa.”

– taylor lagerloef

top: To create a minimalist vibe in the kitchen, the designer chose a stone backsplash that mimics the house’s original stone detailing, and a waterfall island with reeded wood façade is covered in Calacatta marble. inset and bottom: Neutrals and stone surfaces lend a soothing vibe throughout this Scandinavian-inspired home.

What about the Riverside waterfront?

Thinking we may know the owner?

Yes, this renovation was one of my first projects after starting my firm, and the client is Shep Murray, co-founder and CEO of Vineyard Vines. He had a distinct vision, and we came together with the builder, Doron Sabag of SBP Homes, to interpret that through a design lens that felt elevated and livable but still honored Shep’s ideas. Because the house was right on the water, Shep wanted the interiors to illustrate a nautical lifestyle with modern sensibilities. We had fun with that, interpreting it in unique ways such as upholstering the dining room walls in sail cloth. We designed one area of the house to feel like the cabin of a yacht and even transformed the basement into a complete tiki bar.

You have such a diverse portfolio.

What’s the story behind this charming Scandinavian cottage?

My client had purchased a house in town that had this great cottage on the property where her daughter, son-in-law and two grandchildren were going to live. For the project, the house was taken down to the studs. The owner’s

above: A light-filled family room with eating area decked out in neutrals and natural finishes serves as the heart of the house.

right: Woodland-themed wallpaper and colorful glass are among the sweet features in this girl’s bedroom.

daughter is an author and owns something like 4,000 books. They have two young kids, a dog, a cat—it’s a full house—and the need for storage was crucial. When we started the process, she wanted the house to feel Scandinavian but in a minimalized way. So, designing storage was about hidden features and clean lines.

We wanted something to truly delineate the spaces and make it feel cozy and inviting. There’s a room partition that I designed with dog gates built into it. In the mudroom, there’s hidden storage for coats, hats, gloves and shoes. Then you turn the corner and you’re in the living and kitchen area and can have a fire going; it's just really warm and intimate. In the office, there’s hidden book storage. When you’re looking at the fireplace, we have bookcases to the left and right, but there’s a hinge that opens to reveal a second layer of bookcases behind. I design with function in mind, and I’m so happy to say that all of my clients use their houses to the fullest.

I’m really proud that my clients feel so connected to their homes. tl-interiors.com

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LATVIAN ROLLS, SWEDISH PRINCESS CAKES AND FLAKY CROISSANTS ARE THE TALK OF THE TOWN

Aer more than 20 years as a leader in growth strategy and business transformation, Greenwich resident Daina Olesen turned her passion for baking into Birch Bakehouse—a Northern European-in uenced small batch bakery and café she recently opened in Old Greenwich.

And she’s got plenty of plans in the works. rough December, Daina, her pastry chef and CIA graduate, Mackenzi Sha er, and bakers are hosting parties and classes in the shop’s event

space, catering parties and taking special orders for Swedish Princess Cakes and French Bûches de Noël. Her team has also stocked the pantry section of the shop with edible gi s. e bread baker is making sourdough loaves, French baguettes, challah, Baltic rye with a fermented tang and Danish seeded bread for open-faced sandwiches. e bakery has also increased its gluten-free selection. Along with the popular brownies, cookies, pistachio loaves and banana breads, there are gluten-free quiches and tarts.

e aroma of Ca e Vita Roasting Company’s co ee draws in many customers. Daina and her husband tasted their way through New York City co ees before concurring that Ca e Vita’s smooth espresso and drip co ee was the one they wanted to serve. Ca e Vita roasts the beans in Brooklyn, and the team there trained Birch’s sta on how to pull espressos and create classic and specialty ca einated drinks.

Of the pastries, croissants and pains au chocolat are the most popular. To create

Birch’s version of an almond croissant, Daina was inspired by a Latvian roll filled with almond paste and poppy seeds. “People may be shy, but when they taste it, they love it,” she says, “I call it our unsung hero.”

Daina’s love of Northern European baking came through her family and travel. Her parents were born in Latvia but settled in Ohio, where she was raised. During visits to Latvia and Scandinavia, she reveled in the pastries and cakes. “I loved the food and the seasonality. I loved the fact that baked goods weren’t as sugary sweet like a traditional American cake. I wanted to bring that to Old Greenwich,” she says.

homesickness, she baked a Swedish Princess Cake. It became a tradition in their family and is now on Birch’s menu.

The confection is a lovely sight on the table— traditionally a pale green dome of marzipan topped with a pink rose. But Birch’s bakers can make the marzipan any color for the holidays and top it with a stenciled snowflake. Inside is a light, delicate assembly of whipped cream, vanilla sponge cake, custard and raspberry jam.

Cardamom buns are another favorite. Bakers create a rich, buttery yeast dough and spread it with pulverized green cardamom seeds, sugar and butter, before cutting, twisting and weaving the dough into light bundles, and then baking them until golden brown. The cardamom has a beguiling spicy, floral flavor, and the bun is rich, soft and fluffy—and not too sweet.

Moving into the new year, Daina will explore online sales as well as selling wholesale to retailers and restaurants. Birch also recently baked its first wedding cake. “It was a couple who love our carrot cake,” she says. “They were so happy, and it was a wonderful experience.” G

BIRCH BAKEHOUSE

214 Sound Beach Ave, Old Greenwich birchbakehouse.com

After marrying and having children, while balancing her corporate career, Daina hired au pairs to help at home, and many from Sweden. To celebrate an au pair’s birthday and help ease

money matters

AVOID A CRASH COURSE

When November arrives, clocks fall back and dark descends just as rush hour winds its way through lower Fairfield County. The diminishing daylight, deer on the move, and slick roads from leaves and debris combine to make fall the most dangerous time of the year to drive, according to a recent CARFAX study.

Rather than subjecting yourself to a crash course in insurance 101

following an accident, now is the time to prepare should you find yourself to be the victim of an accident, suggests Attorney Ann Brickley of Brickley Law in New Canaan.

In the aftermath of an accident, Brickley says, it’s not unusual for a sympathetic-sounding representative from the offending vehicle’s insurance company to call, asking what happened, taking copious notes. Many accident victims, still shaken from the shock of the crash, spill out the story. In the telling, though, facts blur. Details are lost. Beware, Brickley says: “They are not calling you to be their friend; they are calling to position their case.”

In the meantime, your car needs work and you’re eager to get back to your life, so you might be very tempted to accept a settlement offer when the company calls back – only to discover later that your damages, pain, and suffering exceed what you’d believed at first to be only minor bruises from a fenderbender. Brickley cites a client who

MAKE YOUR CASE

BY CAROL LEONETTI DANNHAUSER

limped into her office insisting he was fine, only to later discover the hairline fracture in his tibia. And the client who’d declined an ambulance ride to a hospital, but whose subsequent headaches stemmed from a serious fracture the accident caused.

“In some cases the injury is exacerbated after they’ve spoken to the other person’s insurance,” Brinkley reports.

She recommends knowing your accident protocol now, so you’re as prepared as possible when someone hits you or your car.

• Call the police, so there’s a record of the accident.

• If you might be injured, or your neck or back hurts, “don’t tough it out,” Brickley says. Instead, have an ambulance transport you from the scene to the hospital. If that isn’t an option, get yourself to a doctor.

• Call a personal-injury lawyer. In almost all instances, you will not have to pay the lawyer upfront. Most personal-injury lawyers are paid on contingency. They receive a percentage of money you are awarded. In the

meantime, they shoulder the costs of your investigation.

• As soon as you are able, jot down everything that happened leading up to and during the accident, including the wheres and the whys and the whens of every detail you can recall. Don’t feel pressured to share anything with the offending person’s insurer unless you are advised to by your attorney.

• Where you’re hurting might not become clear until your body recovers from the shock. Some attorneys recommend keeping a pain diary, noting where and when your pain started and how it manifests. Also note what you are unable to do – for work, for fun, in your personal life – as a result of the pain or injury. All these consequences come at a cost.

You don’t have to agree to the insurance company’s initial settlement offer. You or your attorney can suggest a counter offer or can turn to the courts for fair compensation for your pain and suffering. After all, there’s no need to add insult to injury. G

It is not by your word alone that an insurance company determines a proper settlement for your injuries and financial losses. Obtain a copy of the police report for names and numbers and specifics on what happened. Take photos at the scene, if you are able, or ask a friend or loved one to do so. Gather whatever evidence you think might be helpful. For example, if there are surveillance cameras near the site of the incident, request a copy of the recordings. Keep copies of your medical reports and medical bills. Note those promises and assurances during early conversations with the offending party’s insurance representative.

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JOB

GET A JOB!

From BABYSITTING to LIFEGUARDING, CAMP COUNSELING

to WAITING

TABLES

, the payoff goes way beyond the bank account

ids who work learn valuable life and money-management skills. Don’t wait until June to rally your teen to start looking for a summer job. Now is the perfect time to encourage them to begin polishing their application skills and research local opportunities. A variety of opportunities await young teens to not only help them build their future resumes, but to learn about their strengths, as well as their likes and dislikes, as they prepare to make big education and career plans.

BE A SELFSTARTER

Often employers are hesitant to hire students without any previous job experience, so kids may have to start small and build their resumes. Budding entrepreneurs can begin gathering references by taking on local independent jobs such as babysitting, dog walking, detailing cars or various odd jobs Smart Greenwich kids have started part-time seasonal businesses hauling Christmas trees to the dump after the holidays or tutoring younger kids in a subject they’re strong in. The goal is to gain references from satisfied customers for future employment.

LEAN IN TO HOBBIES

Students who juggle sports and academics throughout the school year may want a summer that feels like a break, so consider outdoor jobs that have an element of what your child enjoys. Kids who love golf, sailing or a certain sport can look for employment in those areas.

GET QUALIFIED

Training now can lead to jobs later. Lifeguard certification and CPR training are courses students can learn in the winter months that lead to summer employment. The YMCA of Greenwich offers American Red Cross health and safety training. The latest course curriculum includes Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor, First Aid, CPR/AED (for both the professional rescuer and the lay responder) and Connecticut Childcare and Babysitter’s Training Classes are open to YMCA members and non-members. These skills can help with afterschool, weekend and summer jobs. Students may enroll in lifeguarding training as young as 14 but must turn 15 by the last day of the course.

At the Red Cross in Greenwich, budding caregivers aged 11 and over can take babysitting classes and certifications that are valid for two years. The Red Cross Babysitting Basics class prepares students for that first babysitting job. With a focus on choosing age-appropriate activities, child behavior and more, this class is an excellent way to start a babysitting business.

GO CLUBBING

Many local golf, yacht and country clubs offer seasonal and some after-school work in the tennis and golf shops, as well as at camps and pools. Most clubs do not hire members’ children, but some offer Counselor in Training programs for young members to gain experience to work at other clubs as counselors. Clubs communicate with each other, so one program may lead to job opportunities at other clubs.

HAPPY CAMPERS

Winter to spring is the ideal time to research and reach out to potential employers. Entrepreneurial Opportunities

Building on the Babysitter’s Basics class, the Babysitter’s Training course teaches leadership skills, how to develop a babysitting business, tips on how to help children behave and basic first aid. redcross.org; greenwichymca.org

Summer camp can be the happiest time of kids’ lives. There is an abundance of summer camps to choose from: sleepaway, sports or daycamp. Locally and away, camps always need a steady stream of camp counselors. Former campers have a head start by knowing camp life.

Networking & Community

WORK THE NETWORK

Whether developing a business or looking for a job, networking is important at any age. Encourage kids to make their friends and parents aware that they’re looking for work. It can provide possible job leads. They should also keep their eyes open in the stores they frequent to see if those might be places they’d like to work.

SHOP SUMMERFARE

Every summer, Greenwich High School hosts SummerFare, a job and camp fair with over 100 exhibitors in attendance. Many of the exhibitors are looking for employees. Potential employers range from the Greenwich Historical Society and Audubon Center to Greenwich Parks and Recreation and Greenwich Country Day School. SummerFare is free and open to the public. Check the GHS website for the January 2026 date and details. ghs.greenwichschools.org

Service & Retail Jobs

BUILDING CHARACTER

No young adult will ever view a waiter or store clerk the same way after working in the service industry. Local ice cream shops, cafés, coffee shops and retail stores are often looking for extra summer and after-school help. Stocking shelves, working with customers and eventually managing a sales register are all important skills to develop The additional character bonus for young workers is the valuable insight they’ll gain after being on the other side of the counter.

Managing the hiccups

Parents need to keep in mind that there may be bumps along the employment journey. Not all jobs work out, and not all teens are model employees. Parents can only do so much to encourage, guide and nurture good habits, but ultimately, an employer is not hiring the parent. Learning to manage difficult and demanding bosses and accepting responsibility for their own actions is their responsibility alone. It’s very hard for a parent to sit by and watch their teen show up late to work or lose a job. But most parents agree that these are experiences kids have to go through themselves.

GIVE BACK WHILE GETTING EXPERIENCE

The Greenwich Youth Conservation Program (GYCP) makes a real difference in the lives of young teens—enabling them to learn valuable skills and experience the pride of a first job while making a meaningful contribution to the community. For more than 40 years, this unique public-private partnership has worked towards providing young workers with valuable experience while creating a greener Greenwich. Students 14 and 15 years old may obtain applications to the program from their school guidance counselor or the Greenwich Department of Human Services at Town Hall. Participants work in areas of environmental and conservation programs and benefit from speakers and skills training. During breaks and lunchtime, speakers share information on a range of topics from marketable job skills to managing personal finances, budgeting, finding and keeping a job and making a good first impression. greenwichct.gov

Know the Rules

PLAY BY THE RULES

There are certain restrictions for minors to work in Connecticut. Those younger than 16 generally cannot work during school hours, before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m., with an exception between June and Labor Day. Minors 16 and 17 cannot work more than six hours a day or after 11 p.m. A work permit may be required for some positions. Your school can provide the guidelines for how to obtain one.

THE ROAD TO SUCCESS

Though it may sound basic, remind kids of the foundations of being a good employee.

BE A WORKER— STAY BUSY

One job often leads to the next, thus good references are important.

DRESS NEATLY

Appearance matters and reflects how workers feel about themselves and the business they represent.

PUT THE PHONES AWAY

Someone is paying for their time, so they need to stay off phones or laptops unless specifically told it is OK while waiting for customers. However, even then, encourage young workers to look for tasks to do instead. Time on the job moves faster when busy. In any workplace there is usually extra work to be done, whether organizing or cleaning a workspace.

WORK AS IF YOUR BOSS IS WATCHING

In today’s surveilled workplace, cameras are often onsite for the safety of customers and inventory. Remind kids that even when babysitting or pet sitting, some homes have cameras to keep everyone safe. Young workers should behave at all times as if they’re being watched by a

supervisor. This isn’t paranoia but a smart business skill.

BRING A POSITIVE ATTITUDE

Whether they're stocking the shelves or escorting young campers to cars at pick up time, courtesy and professionalism are key. Eye contact and a friendly demeanor go a long way. For kids who are used to staring at their phones all day, these are excellent muscles to develop with lifelong benefits.

BE EARLY AND STAY LATE

Your young workers don’t need to give away their time, but they should be at work early enough so that when they are officially on the clock, they can fully engage. No one is excited about an employee who runs in still tucking in a shirt with a flurry of frenetic late energy. The same rules apply for when the shift ends: They have a right to expect to leave when it’s over, but if a task is still unfinished, a good employee will stay for an extra few minutes to wrap up.

Challenged. LIFE

Challenge underpins almost all learning and growth.

And so, we instill in our boys the desire and dedication to dig deep, to strive for excellence, to challenge themselves as they reach new milestones of achievement, and always to aspire to be their very best in a lifelong journey through a changing world.

RUNNING, RALLYING & RISING UP

LOCAL TROTS, TRIBUTES AND COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS NOT TO MISS

by layla lisiewski

No. 1 GOBBLE & GO

Get active with the whole family. Check out our list of family-friendly Turkey Trots and Runs in and around Greenwich.

Greenwich Alliance for Education Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

New this year—A mini-trot for ages three to five at 9 a.m.

When: Saturday, November 29

Times: 1 mile at 9:30 a.m.; 5K at 10 a.m.

Where: Arch Street Teen Center, 100 Arch Street, Greenwich

Harbor Point 14th Annual Turkey Trot 5K

When: Thursday, November 27

Time: 7:30 a.m. registration, 8:30 a.m. start

Where: Harbor Point, Stamford

New Canaan Turkey Trot

When: Sunday, November 23

Times: 10:30 a.m. check-in; 11 a.m. start

Where: Waveny Park, New Canaan

Rowayton Turkey Trot

When: Thursday, November 28

Times: 5K and 1 mile: 9:30 a.m.

Where: 33 Highland Avenue, Norwalk

Annual Turkey Run and Paws Walk

When: Saturday, November 29

Times: Paws Walk: 9 a.m.; 1-mile fun run: 9:30 a.m.; 3.1 or 5.2-mile race/walk: 10 a.m.

Where: Rye Recreation Center, Rye

No. 2 STRIDE WITH PRIDE

Everyone is invited to gather at the top of Greenwich Avenue at the Amogerone Crossway on Tuesday, November 11, at 10:15 a.m. for the annual Community Patriotic Walk to Honor Veterans. Following the walk, the Greenwich Veterans Council, in cooperation with the American Legion Post 29 will host a ceremony at the monument in front of the Board of Education building on Greenwich Ave. at 11 a.m. greenwichct.gov

No. 3 BLAST OFF

Youre invited to party with a purpose on Thursday, November 6, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. to celebrate LaunchPad at the Village in Stamford. LaunchPad is a program of The Village Community Foundation—a nonprofit that creates career opportunities in entertainment, sports and finance for young adults facing barriers. Honoring the impact and leadership of co-chairs Gary and Layla Lisiewski, the evening will feature the inaugural LaunchPad Awards, highlighting the successes and impact of the young adults in the program. mylaunchpad.org

No. 4 UP, UP & AWAY!

The Parade Spectacular will kick off in downtown Stamford on Sunday, November 23, at 12 p.m. This is one of the largest helium balloon parades in the country, and features everyone’s favorite giant balloon characters, award-winning marching bands and fabulous floats. Want more? On Saturday, November 22, watch the giant helium balloons come to life at the Giant Balloon Inflation Party from 3 to 6 p.m., which will also feature exciting performances, clowns, holiday characters and a visit from Santa! stamford-downtown.com G

Every month Layla Lisiewski, Greenwich mom of four and founder of Greenwich Moms and its parent company, The Local Moms Network, shares some of her favorite things to do—from seasonal activities to can’t-miss events. Follow @greenwich_moms on Instagram, sign up for the newsletter and check out the calendar at greenwichmoms.com.

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Major Medical Achievements

Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), the world’s leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health, recently honored Dr. Todd J. Albert and Dr. Joel M. Press at the 40th annual HSS Tribute Dinner. Kendrick R. Wilson, III, HSS Chairman Emeritus, received the Tribute Dinner Award at the gala held at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. The event recognizes physicians, philanthropists and business leaders who have made a major impact in the field of musculoskeletal medicine. The evening, hosted by WABC-TV Eyewitness News anchor Sade Baderinwa, featured entertainment by comedian Jim Gaffigan and a musical performance by The Castellows. This year’s event, attended by 800-plus guests, raised more than $6.5 million for patient care, research and medical education. hss.edu »

Best in Show

Backcountry Greenwich was the place to be for the Greenwich Riding & Trails Association’s 103rd annual Greenwich Horse Show. Guests enjoyed an elegant lunch highlighted by award-winning floral centerpieces. The Derby hat contest was a hit, but the real highlight of the afternoon was watching the ponies nail their show jumping. thegrta.org

1 A regal centerpiece 2 Easy Kelsey, Diago Orozszo 3 Layla Lisiewski, Hilary Morrison 4 Mary Jones, Cindy Winegardner 5 Annette and Suzette Perry 6 Robert Cacchione, Carol Dollard 7 Jane Gerring, Angela Chambers, Jennifer Linardos 8 Carole Acunto, Deborah Hamilton 9 Kate Stoupas, Lona Buccieri 10 A pretty pony gets air 11 Donna Moffly, Leslie Pottow, Kim Gregory 12 Stefanie Lacoff, Robin Bodell, Leslie Pottow, Kim Gregory, Lucinda Harriss, Natalie Driskill, Rosary Murphy 13 Michael Kovner, Jean de Montaillou

High Five, High Impact

Jewish Family Services of Greenwich (JFS) recently celebrated its annual High Five for Hope Spring Celebration at the Stamford Museum & Nature Center. The event raised critical funds to support JFS programs, including the Bennett Center for Behavioral Health, refugee resettlement, older adult services, food insecurity relief and Jewish Health and Healing. More than 200 guests attended the festive evening, which featured remarks from U.S.

Senator Richard Blumenthal and JFS CEO Rachel Kornfeld. Honorees who were recognized for their exceptional leadership and service included Lynn and Vernon Schwartz, Morgan Caspi, Jessie Sorensen, the Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa and Gen Z Future Leaders Will Chasin, Jessie Colin and Katie Ruhe. fsgreenwich.org »

Eat, Drink and be Merry!

Just for GEMS, an annual event benefiting Greenwich Emergency Medical Service (GEMS), was cochaired by Caren St. Phillip, owner of the Cos Cobber, Tracy Schietinger, GEMS executive director, and Ann Hagmann, member of the Board of Directors. A portion of the proceeds from the all-day affair held at Caren’s Cos Cobber were donated to GEMS to help fund critical capital items, such as ambulances, heart monitors and AEDs. greenwichems.org G

SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OF OUR SPONSORS

Kaia and Hunter had their first date on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Kaia was immediately drawn to Hunter’s playful curiosity, while Hunter appreciated the fact that her drink of choice was bourbon on the rocks. What could’ve been a quick round of drinks turned into five hours of conversation and the beginning of a special bond. They dated for three and a half years before Hunter proposed in Fort Green Park near their home in Brooklyn.

The wedding weekend kicked off with four days of the two families together at an old sea captain’s estate in Cape Cod. Because the guest list was immediate family only, the couple was able to really connect with everyone present. Guests delivered a series of touching (and very funny) toasts. The newlyweds reflected that “there’s something magical about getting roasted at your own wedding, while also being moved to tears by kind words from the people who know you best.”

The bride’s sister, Riva Simmons, officiated at the ceremony at a home in Osterville, Massachusetts. The groom’s family will host a Greenwich reception to congratulate the couple.

The bride, daughter of Cheryl Simmons and the late William Simmons of Rhode Island, graduated from Moses Brown School and Stanford University and received her master’s from Harvard University. Kaia works for L Catterton, a private equity firm, in Greenwich.

The groom, son of Steven and Bobbi Eggers of Greenwich, graduated from Greens Farms Academy, Rice University and Franklin & Marshall College. Hunter works in finance for One Acre Fund.

The newlyweds honeymooned in Lake Tahoe before returning home to Pelham in New York.

Alexandra and John met their freshman year of college and bonded over a love of the outdoors— backpacking, rock climbing and skiing. They were the best of friends going on adventures until they took that friendship to the next level and began dating their junior year.

Alexandra’s closest girlfriend (and future maid of honor, Sophie Lewis) played a key role in the proposal. Sophie persuaded Alexandra to take a day o of work to see a new exhibit at the Met. When they arrived, they went up to the roof garden, where John was waiting, ready to ask his girlfriend the most important question of their lives.

Rev. Patrick Collins officiated at the ceremony at Riverside Yacht Club, where a reception followed. At the end of the night, the newlyweds exited the club through a tunnel of sparklers held by friends and family and boarded a boat with champagne in hand.

The bride, daughter of Edward and Jean Larkin III of Greenwich, graduated from Greenwich High School and the College of the Holy Cross. Alexandra works in marketing for Goldman Sachs in Manhattan.

The groom, son of John and Michelle Williams III of California, graduated Saint Margaret’s Episcopal School and the College of the Holy Cross. John works in finance for Cerberus Capital in Manhattan.

The newlyweds honeymooned in Lake Annecy, France. They call New York City home. G

Igniting Hope

by jill johnson mann

• photography by katharine calderwood

• seating courtesy of object refinery, S tamford

“I like to lead with my heart.”

— BARBARA SALOP

“I love to give back to these places, but they’ve given more to me than I to them. It’s really a gift to be involved.”

—SALLY LAWRENCE

“To whom much ismuchgiven, is expected.”

—BRANDI MANISCALCO

“Having access to natural places locally is important for children and adults to re-connect with and experience the wonders of nature.”

—CHRIS SCHIPPER

“I want you to be able to grow up in a housing project in New York City and be able to see the world because of basketball.”

—MIKE EVANS

“I was born in Ecuador, where there’s a saying, ‘buen vivir,’ which translated literally means good living or living well, but it goes beyond material comfort. It is a philosophy rooted in community, reciprocity and collective well-being.”

—ANDRES MOREIRA

Every fall, it feels like we need to hear the stories of our Light a Fire winners more urgently than the year before. The anecdotes of the most selfless and giving neighbors among us are like a balm, reminding us that humanity will prevail—through financial crises, hurricanes, forest fires, wars, pandemics and political strife. This year, with so much turmoil bombarding us daily in the news and on social media, our honorees’ kind words and pure intentions feel especially vital; they are like a glorious meditation beneath a starry sky on a clear winter’s night. Like powerful poetry or soothing lyrics to a song, decorating our souls for the holidays.

“It’s important to us to be able to contribute in a meaningful way to our community.”

“I am inspired by other people, countless individuals who are driven with passion and determination to leave the world in a better state than they found it.” ‘

—STUART ADELBERG

“It’s hard to look at the disparities in opportunities at our doorstep and not be inspired to try to do something, anything really.”

—JOE MASSOUD

“I like being helpful. It’s a joy.”

—BLANCHE PARKER

“This service to the public is so important.”

—KAY MAXWELL

DON’T YOU FEEL YOUR HEART WARMING UP ALREADY? READ ON TO MEET THIS EXTRAORDINARY GROUP.

ORGANIZATIONS

THE COMMUNITY FUND OF DARIEN, THRIVING YOUTH DARIEN

Brandi Maniscalco

INSPIRATION

“My parents modeled the importance of giving back,” says Brandi Maniscalco, who aspires to instill the same values in her four children. She discovered The Community Fund of Darien (TCF) through volunteering on a grants panel. In the process of vetting organizations, this one impressed her.

“I like the fact that as a donor, one check supports multiple local nonprofits,” says Brandi. “Among others, we invest in organizations

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Brandi was the visionary and driving force behind Designed to Dine. Her leadership helped shape the event into a popular, sold-out fundraiser that engages the community and raises substantial funds. Designed to Dine’s success enabled TCF to award a record-breaking $790,000 in grants in 2024 to more than 36 local nonprofit organizations focused on providing Darien, Norwalk and Stamford residents with access to food, housing, healthcare, job and skills training and youth success programs.”

Amy Clarke, The Community Fund of Darien, Marketing Director

that reduce food insecurity, provide after-school programs, offer crisis services and give individuals with developmental disabilities opportunities to thrive.” Brandi and her husband, Anthony, subscribe to the adage: “To whom much is given, much is expected.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

“When I joined the board, it was clear to me that TCF could be even more impactful if we created a signature event,” says Brandi. “We wanted to bring people together around something beautiful and fun, which would also raise money to help our neighbors.” Inspired by “Naples Tables,” Brandi came up with a concept that became the most impactful fundraiser since TCF was founded in 1951.

“Designed to Dine features a select group of designers who create themed tablescapes,” explains Brandi. In three years, the event has raised over $520,000, helping The Community Fund of Darien award record-breaking grants to more than 36 local nonprofits. “Seeing the success of the event and the real impact we can make in people’s lives is exactly why I do this,” says Brandi, who was Board President from 2023 to 2025. As the event enters its fourth year and dovetails with the 75th Anniversary of The Community Fund, she remains actively involved as an Honorary Committee Member, continuing to lend her insight and support to ensure the event’s continued growth and success.

Brandi is also actively involved in Thriving Youth Darien, a volunteer coalition that brings together local organizations to empower youth and promote mental health, with a goal of reducing substance abuse.

HOPES & DREAMS

“I want to raise more money through events like Designed to Dine so that every neighbor feels supported and has access to what they need to thrive in our local communities,” says Brandi. “I hope that events like this keep inspiring others to get involved by giving their time, talents and treasure. Together we can build a stronger, more connected community, where everyone feels cared for.”

{ CHAMPION FOR CHANGE }

Stuart Adelberg

ORGANIZATIONS

GREENWICH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, CHILDREN’S DAY SCHOOL, BARBARA’S HOUSE; RUTH BROWN FOUNDATION, STAMFORD PERSONNEL COMMISSION

INSPIRATION

“I am inspired by other people, countless individuals who are driven with passion and determination to leave the world in a better state than they found it,” says Stuart Adelberg. “I have learned from some of the smartest, most accomplished people you could ever wish to meet—people who could truly do anything, but who choose to work for the benefit of others. People love the cliché that ‘you get more than you give,’ but it is absolutely the truth. When your days have meaning and you work alongside people you love and respect, when you know that everything you do will play some small role in helping to raise the bar, even a little, for someone else—every day involved in these efforts really is a gift.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

Stuart spent 25 years at the Greenwich United Way, including 15 years as President and CEO. The Stamford resident then served as CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County for four years. Meshing his passion for the arts with his nonprofit experience, Stuart devoted over three years to the Avon Theatre Film Center in Stamford. He then retired but didn’t slow down. He is currently Board President for both the Greenwich Symphony Orchestra and Children’s Day School;

Board Vice-Chair for Barbara’s House; a Ruth Brown Foundation trustee; and Commissioner of the Stamford Personnel Commission. His previous volunteer work includes the Greenwich Arts Council (Advisory Board), At Home in Greenwich (Advisory Board President), Greenwich Center for the Arts (founding Board Member), Temple Sholom (Trustee), Junior League of Greenwich (Community Advisory Board), Greenwich Hospital (Community Advisory Board) and St. Catherine’s Players (Artistic Director for 25 years).

Stuart believes in asking hard questions. “Everyone wants to make a difference, so we need to demonstrate that we do. And if we find out that our results are not exactly what we had hoped, we need to have the courage to change,” he says. “My hope is that I have not only worked with organizations that have accomplished great things, but that I have left those organizations better positioned to continue making a positive impact.”

HOPES & DREAMS

“So much effort is now devoted to fundraising that some of the most inspirational, mission driven, life-changing work gets left on the table,” says Stuart. “We are all doing great work, but when you ask volunteers and professionals to engage in visioning exercises— to describe what they might offer the community if funding was not a consideration—you hear the most incredible things. My dream would be to provide the resources, so those with the passion, knowledge and dedication can make them a reality.” »

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Stuart has been actively engaged within the nonprofit world throughout Fairfield County for over 40 years. Even though he is involved with many different types of non-profit organizations, he gives 100 percent to each of them and is a much-respected and in-demand board member and leader, known for his honesty, hard work and problemsolving skills.”

—Marilyn Adelberg, Stuart’s wife

INSPIRATION

“I’ve always been inspired by the natural world, starting with the streams and woodlands near my childhood home, followed by camping trips with the Boy Scouts,” says Chris Schipper. In adulthood, he has loved exploring the Missouri River, the Scottish Highlands, the Austrian Alps and the Serengeti.

“I’ve also felt that having access to natural places locally is important for children and adults to reconnect with and experience the wonders of nature,” he says.

COURAGE INTO ACTION

When Chris retired from corporate life, he sought out a public service role that would protect the beautiful topography that drew him to New Canaan. “I was attracted to the New Canaan Land Trust, which had conserved over 300 acres of wetlands, woodlands and meadows,” he says. Chris joined the board in 2012 and worked to open trails on several larger properties and to increase land trust holdings. “I had the good fortune of working with Jim Fowler—of Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom—to acquire and re-wild his property in New Canaan,” recalls Chris. “In many hours of meetings with Jim, I learned a lot about conservation.”

Chris was a founding board member of the Waveny Park Conservancy, where he served from 2015 to 2024. He chaired the New Canaan Conservation Commission from 2018 to 2023 and led the “Friends of Bristow Park” effort to restore the historic Bird Sanctuary and Wildwood Preserve for its 2024 Centennial Celebration. Created in 1924, Bristow is the third oldest privately founded bird sanctuary in the nation. The restoration included improved entrances, senior- and stroller-friendly trails, added bird habitat and scenic viewing areas. “Most happily, in 2024 we identified 126 bird species in and about the park, up from 91 in 1924,” says Chris.

Chris has interacted extensively with the New Canaan Community Foundation and received the Spirit of New Canaan Award in 2018. He assumed the role of Board Chair in July 2025. “The NCCF regularly steps up to provide the financial oxygen to back well-planned new

Chris Schipper

initiatives,” says Chris. “If I or the boards I served with provided the spark, the Community Foundation supplied the oxygen to light a fire.”

Chris received an Aquarion Environmental Champion Award last June.

HOPES & DREAMS

“As we’ve moved into a period of fiscal uncertainty and national turbulence, the role of local public service organizations has become more important than ever,” says Chris. “The strength of local communities will rest on the generosity and service of its citizens. My joy in working hard to promote local conservation and preservation is not just to save the past, but to make a gift to the future.”

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Chris Schipper has been a strong advocate for open space, wildlife sanctuaries and the scenic beauty of New Canaan for over 20 years. He joined the New Canaan Land Trust Board in 2012, was President through May 2016 and remains on the Advisory Board. Chris is widely credited with reviving the New Canaan Land Trust and building it into the thriving nonprofit that it is today.”

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— Lauren Patterson, New Canaan Community Foundation, President & CEO

Kay Maxwell

ORGANIZATIONS

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS, PLANNED PARENTHOOD, INSPIRICA

INSPIRATION

Kay Maxwell went to high school near our nation’s capitol. “This was back when D.C. was a small town,” says the Stamford resident. “When we had a school holiday, we would go into the Supreme Court and listen to cases being argued. We could go into the Library of Congress and do research for papers.” This exposure to government inspired Kay to get involved in the League of Women Voters. She lobbied for the League on Capitol Hill, “back at a time when even if you were lobbying a member of one party about an issue they opposed, you could still have a reasonable conversation. It was the good old days that inspired me in terms of what the League does and stands for, with citizen participation being so critical.”

Kay was motivated to get involved with Planned Parenthood by “seeing the challenges over the years,” she says, recounting an era when women couldn’t have credit cards or get birth control. “Everybody thinks of Planned Parenthood as abortion only; that is only about 3 percent of what they do.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

From 2002 to 2006, Kay served as the 16th President of the League of Women Voters of the United States and Chair of the Education Fund. She chaired the board of Off the Record at the Foreign Policy Association in New York from 2020 to 2024. For the past 30 years, she has moderated Leaguesponsored candidate debates at the local, state and Congressional level. “This service to the public is so important,” says Kay. “We want people to be informed when they go to vote—no matter who, with whom or for what they vote.”

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Kay could be nominated for a number of Light a Fire categories, but I came to know her as a fierce advocate for women’s health as Chairman of the Board of Planned Parenthood of Southern New England in the 2010s. Now Kay volunteers at Stamford’s Planned Parenthood clinic, warmly welcoming and safely escorting patients into the facility while shielding them from protesters, as well as assisting patients in the recovery room. She exemplifies the word ‘tireless.’ ”

—Erica Buchsbaum, Former Board Member, Planned Parenthood of Southern New England

Kay continues, “I served on the board of Planned Parenthood of Southern New England and chaired the board when Connecticut merged with Rhode Island. Since 2018, after I retired from my professional job, I have volunteered at the Stamford Clinic, escorting patients past the charming protesters who are always at the end of our driveway. It’s not fun, but it’s certainly needed.”

Kay was also a member of the Board of Directors of Inspirica from 2012 to 2019 and now serves on its Advisory Council.

HOPES & DREAMS

“I hope that the League of Women Voters and Planned Parenthood can continue to thrive and do the job the public needs and wants. In both cases, they’re under attack,” laments Kay. “With Planned Parenthood, they are trying to take us back to the ’50s, quite honestly. And I’m sincerely hopeful that wiser heads will prevail.”

Mike Evans

ORGANIZATIONS

FULL COURT PEACE

INSPIRATION

Mike Evans was in Belfast playing basketball in 2006, after playing at Hamilton College, when he had an idea. He was working with an organization that was trying to unite primary-school-age Protestant and Catholic kids. Mike says, “I wanted to work with kids that were at that point where they were like, ‘Am I going to listen to my parents anymore?’ If I could intercede at that time period and maybe convince them to play with the opposite side of the community, I would.” His inspiration came from observing a school system that is “98 percent segregated, even today” and seeing the intense animosity on both sides. “I had about five teens from each side that were really loving basketball,” he says. “I thought, ‘Can I bring these two groups of kids together?’ ”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

His goal proved harder than expected. They refused to play together. Mike got a tip from a reformed ex-prisoner (Protestant) who had worked with an IRA member and enticed soccer players to unite with the promise of a trip to the U.S. Mike flew back home to Weston and made visits to Norfield Congregational and St. Francis Parish. “I pitched the idea that we come together to bring this team over to Weston in June. That day, I had the host families and the money to bring them over,” he says. With the lure of a trip to Connecticut and New York and help from two forward-thinking principals, Mike got his team. They went from players who wouldn’t cross the half-court line to speak to each other to Protestant-Catholic pairs bonding in host homes the following summer. “The last night we stayed

in a hotel in New York, I went to do a bed check,” recalls Mike, “and they were all in one room together listening to each other’s rebel songs, pausing it and explaining the words to each other, peacefully.”

From that success, Full Court Peace was born, to foster leagues by building and repairing courts and supplying uniforms. The Havana league, 17 years strong, now has 600 players. Santo Domingo has 300. There is a league in San Juan and one on a reservation in Wyoming. Mike takes no salary. “All the money goes to these people and what they need,” he says. Mike wrote a book, Belfast Blazers, about his project and is working on a documentary.

HOPES & DREAMS

“I would like there to be an intermingled league from Queens up to Norwalk, with a championship tournament in Cuba,” muses Mike. “I want you to be able to grow up in a housing project in New York City and be able to see the world because of basketball.”

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Mike Evans is an amazing basketball coach who goes above and beyond for each and every kid. He teaches them how to work together and be good sports. With Full Court Peace, he builds basketball courts in underserved neighborhoods in the U.S. and around the world. Mike brings his kids and parents with him to build these courts, giving the opportunity and access to these communities to work together to build a community court.”

—Christa Carr, Parent of a Basketball Student

Blanche Parker

ORGANIZATIONS

WOMEN’S MENTORING NETWORK

INSPIRATION

“Years and years ago, someone at the library had gone to a Women’s Mentoring Network meeting, and she said, ‘I have a perfect volunteer opportunity for you,’ ” recalls Blanche Parker, who lives in Norwalk and works at Darien Library. That was about 25 years ago, and Blanche has been inspired by WMN ever since. “I’ve met so many wonderful women over the years and their children. They inspire me,” she says. “They never let circumstances stop them from reaching their goals.” She looks forward to her time volunteering and the perspective she gains. After time with WMN clients, she notices a change; “I realize I don’t have problems,” she says. “I like being helpful. It’s a joy. I really don’t feel like I’m giving back. I get as much out of it as the people I meet.”

Blanche’s family always had a tradition of making sure everyone was taken care of. “My older cousins would tell me about my great-grandfather, who lived on a farm and would load up his wagon every Saturday and bring food to relatives,” she recalls.

COURAGE INTO ACTION

“As a librarian, I always try to be an encourager, especially to young women,” says Blanche. That role of encourager expanded to board member, fundraising connector, greeter, food pantry distributor, organizer and even cleaner, as Blanche became passionately involved in everything from decisionmaking to daily operations

at WMN. The organization’s mission of promoting economic empowerment for women and their children through personal development, education and employment services resonates with Blanche, who has been a research librarian for the past 45 years.

Blanche volunteers at every Strategic Life Skills Workshop on Tuesdays—welcoming the attendees, giving out food and lifting the spirits of anyone having a difficult time. At the food pantry, she stocks shelves, packs bags of food and helps with distribution. She is a familiar face at the front desk at most WMN events and the one who makes sure everything is cleaned up afterwards.

HOPES & DREAMS

“My hope is that WMN will someday become a national program,” says Blanche. “Being a librarian, I see the articles every day—how much it takes to live, especially in this area. I dream that we can help more and more people achieve their dreams.”

Blanche has witnessed a woman go through the program who now has a PhD. “Some of the children have graduated from Ivy League schools,” she adds. “Some have bought their homes and started their own businesses. To see the journey of these women and their children over the years, it has been wonderful.” »

WORDS OF PRAISE

“When Blanche is involved with anything related to our organization, I have a sense of comfort and confidence that things will get done. I can’t tell you how thankful we are to have Blanche as part of our board and organization. It is because of her and all of our volunteers that we can accomplish our mission and provide quality programs and services to our members.”

— Lana Gifas, Women’s Mentoring Network, Executive Director

{ health advocate } Andres Moreira

INSPIRATION

Greenwich resident Andres Moreira was born in Ecuador, where the saying “buen vivir” informed his perspective on service. “Translated literally, it means ‘good living’ or ‘living well,’ but it goes beyond material comfort,” Andres explains. “It is a philosophy rooted in community, reciprocity and collective well-being. I’ve seen this way of life in the community where I grew up. I’ve been fortunate to surround myself with people who embody these values—people who, over time, have become like family to me. Their generosity, selflessness and dedication to uplifting others have deeply inspired me, and watching them give back in meaningful ways has instilled in me a strong desire to do the same.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

As a healthcare administrator and devoted volunteer for American Red Cross Metro New York North Chapter and Greenwich Emergency Medical Services (GEMS), Andres is committed to “being there for people and our community when they need us the most. It’s about bringing humanity, respect and empathy to support others in what could be their most critical and vulnerable moments of their lives,” he says.

Andres sits on the Red Cross board and chairs the Biomedical Services, spearheading mobile blood drives and raising awareness about the Jill and John Coyle Blood Center. He believes in being “boots on the ground,” not only sitting in a board room. Andres’ favorite part of his volunteer work is “spending time in the canteen area after people donate, listening to donors share their heartfelt stories of why they give,” he says. He loves the community-building blood drives like Battle of the Badges in December, led by Chief Heavey of the Greenwich

AMERICAN RED CROSS

METRO NEW YORK NORTH, GEMS, SWIM ACROSS AMERICA

Police Department, and interfaith blood drives. “The act of donating blood has come a long way, and we’re working hard to make it a memorable and meaningful experience,” he says. Andres discovered his passion for healthcare as an EMT with GEMS as a teenager and then becoming a CPR instructor. “One of the contributions I’m most proud of is leading GEMS’ efforts to offer CPR and first aid classes to vulnerable communities, providing these lifesaving trainings in Spanish and at no cost,” he says. “I’m excited to share that we are currently working to revive these programs with the support of community partners.”

HOPES & DREAMS

“My hope is that our communities continue to support and value the volunteers and staff of these organizations, who show up in these moments of need, and to simply be there for our neighbors and each other,” says Andres. “Empathy, compassion and teamwork are what will make our world and the communities we live in stronger and more connected. My goal is to always lead with authenticity, empathy and purpose—to be a servant leader who lifts others up.”

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Andres’ dedication to the Red Cross has been nothing short of inspiring. From participating in Sound the Alarm events to donating blood, his commitment to the community shines brightly! He is described as a humanitarian who aligns with the Red Cross mission of alleviating human suffering, both through his professional work in healthcare and his volunteer efforts. He volunteers alongside Jennifer Freda, his wife, strengthening their relationship and connection to the community.”

— Stephanie Dunn Ashley, American Red Cross Metro New York North Chapter, CEO

“Since

joining JFS as a volunteer in 2014, Barbara has become a pillar of compassion,

spiritual support and steadfast dedication to the vulnerable and aging members of our community. Barbara’s humble leadership, unwavering devotion and capacity for empathy make her an exceptional volunteer and a true inspiration to all who know her.”

— Beth Jabick, JFS Greenwich, Director of Volunteer Services

Barbara Salop

ORGANIZATIONS

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF GREENWICH { community good neighbor

INSPIRATION

“I like to lead with my heart, inspired by my mother’s quiet dedication to service,” says Riverside resident Barbara Salop. “Her first reaction to any situation was to think of others. She let us know it was how one lived in this world. I am driven to make small things better for each person. Everyone has the spark of goodness in them, and I want to bring it to the light so we both can let it warm our hearts. In return, I get at least as much fulfillment as I give.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

For over ten years, Barbara has warmed many hearts through Jewish Family Services of Greenwich. She has been a leader in JFS’s Bikur Cholim program, a sacred Jewish tradition of visiting the sick. Barbara provides comfort and companionship through multiple weekly visits to Greenwich Hospital and weekly visits to Nathaniel Witherell Senior Residence. Her warm presence and consistent visits have brought solace to countless individuals navigating illness, aging and isolation.

Barbara also co-leads Jewish holiday services, as well as Friday Shabbat services on Zoom for seniors who find it difficult to attend synagogue. She lends her beautiful voice, spreading joy by joining Rabbi Newman in song. “I believe that these simple acts

of recognition and sharing have broadened spiritual connection to, and among, an underserved part of our community,” says Barbara. She also participates in a monthly community healing service, in person at Greenwich Hospital and virtually, offering prayers and emotional support to those facing health challenges. Barbara has been a Supermarketing for Seniors volunteer for over six years, faithfully shopping for three senior women at Hill House. Her commitment goes beyond errands. Her relationship with the late Bernie Pressner, a WWII fighter pilot, exemplifies the depth of her compassion. Barbara became like a daughter to Bernie, offering not just practical help but true companionship until his passing at age 102.

Barbara also serves on the Advisory Board of the Bennett Center for Judaic Studies at Fairfield University, is an honorary board member of the Shir Ami Congregation and volunteers with the Fairfield County Chorale.

HOPES & DREAMS

“As a board member as well as a volunteer leader, I hope to sustain and grow the power of JFS Greenwich programs that touch others deeply, even in small ways, connecting them to the community,” states Barbara.

“We become a stronger world in so many ways when we are connected. I want to personally demonstrate how easy and fulfilling it is to give back and make a positive impact.” »

Sally Lawrence

ORGANIZATIONS

INSPIRATION

Sally Lawrence has been on the Board of the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich (BGCG) for over 20 years. Her inspiration for putting so much time and energy into the organization, particularly its scholarship program, is clear.

“The kids at the club,” says Sally, who serves as Vice Chair. “Their life stories are incredible. They are resilient; many have faced obstacles. I love meeting them and learning about their experiences. They are interesting, strong, smart kids, and they give back.” The Keystone Club within BGCG enables kids who have benefitted from the club’s offerings to, in turn, help others.

“My grandmother came here from Sweden at age 15 with her 13-year-old sister, alone, in 1888. I think of her when I meet these kids,” says Sally.

COURAGE INTO ACTION

In her over two decades of service to the BGCG Board, she served as Secretary for much of that time and co-chaired the Scholarship Committee for 12 years. “Every spring, we interview about 60 kids,” explains Sally. There is also an essay and recommendation component to help determine which students will receive scholarships. In 2025, a total of $463,500 was awarded to 66 kids. “It’s really exciting to make these awards to these kids,” she adds. “One to three older kids get the Torch Award, the highest scholarship award. These are kids who grew up in the club, were

mentored by the staff and give back. They volunteer, have jobs, and many have to help their families— babysit or help with parents’ medical care. They give us great promise for the future.”

Sally has sat on the board of the Greenwich Historical Society for a decade. “I was born in Connecticut and grew up in Connecticut, so I love Connecticut history,” says Sally, who has lived in Greenwich for 35 years. She is also on the board of the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme. “I love the way those two organizations connect Connecticut history and art. Both were artist colonies at the turn of the century,” she explains.

“I love to give back to these places, but they’ve given more to me than I to them,” Sally says. “It’s really a gift to be involved.”

HOPES & DREAMS

“I wish for these organizations to be financially stable and have engaged, supportive boards. I want them to thrive and be financially sustainable,” says Sally. She is excited about the newly-renovated clubhouse at BGCG. “We will have 300 kids in there per day. There’s a learning center. It will be amazing. The staff there, they are beyond wonderful,” she says.

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Sally joined the BGCG Board in 2004 and has been an active volunteer throughout her tenure. Co-chairing its Scholarship Committee for the last 10 years has been her passion at the Club. She also loves volunteering at the Thanksgiving Feast, the Pancake Breakfast and the Holiday Party. In addition to generous annual fund donations each year, Sally and her husband, Larry, are at the Visionary level of the Club’s current capital campaign, having donated a seven-figure gift.”

Laura Dianis, Director of External Relations, Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich

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Beth & Joe Massoud

ORGANIZATIONS

HOMES WITH HOPE, CONNECTICUT INSTITUTE FOR REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS, BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CONNECTICUT, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF COASTAL FAIRFIELD COUNTY, BRIDGEPORT RESCUE MISSION

INSPIRATION

Giving back is a mutual priority for Westporters Joe and Beth Massoud. Joe’s inspiration derives from how fortunate he feels they are “to have grown up in safe communities, been blessed with high-quality educations, live in a comfortable home in a nice community and have a healthy family. It’s hard to look at the disparities in opportunities at our doorstep and not be inspired to try to do something, anything really,” he says.

Beth adds, “My mother was a role model to me growing up. She especially gave her time to care for extended family and neighbors.” Beth met Joe at a middle school tutoring program during business school, so giving back literally brought them together and continues to be their glue. “Giving back has always been part of our connection,” she says.

“It’s important to us to be able to contribute in a meaningful way to our community.”

COURAGE INTO ACTION

The Massouds have been involved in numerous charitable organizations over the past 30 years and have cemented the family’s commitment to giving by setting up the Elizabeth and Joseph Massoud Family Foundation.

“We’ve each been fortunate to be able to focus on organizations and causes that we love,” says Joe.

For Joe, that has meant being a multiyear mentor for two young men through Big Brothers Big Sisters, as well as a Board member

and pivotal supporter for over 20 years. He also helped to establish Bridgeport Rescue Mission’s facility on Park Avenue.

“More recently, I have focused my efforts on welcoming and helping new arrivals to our country become safe, happy and productive members of our community through Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants.” Joe is a Board member, and the couple sponsored CIRI’s welcome center.

As a former Board chair, Board member, Women Build fundraiser and project sponsor for Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County, Beth has helped to build numerous homes for families in need. She now serves on the Board of Homes with Hope.

HOPES & DREAMS

“There is just so much need that it can seem unsolvable, but every day, every one of these organizations and so many more are solving problems for people, one at a time. We hope they have the strength to keep improving our community one life at a time,” says Joe.

Elizabeth adds: “My hope is that our contributions are materially impacting the people that the organization has set out to serve. If I could just have one wish, I think it is stable access to the financial resources these organizations need to support and expand their missions. It is difficult to know whether to broaden a service or begin a new program if you are unclear about the future ability to support it.” G

WORDS OF PRAISE

“Joe and Beth believe that philanthropy begins at home, and they are proud to have been involved with and supported numerous organizations in Fairfield County over the years. Joe was a Big Brother for a young Norwalk man, Melvin, from 1998 to 2008, and they remain good friends, and Joe is a consistent mentor to him to this day. Joe took on his second ‘little,’ Tramont, in 2020, and spends time and mentors him regularly.”

— Sheryl Spivack Braun, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut, Vice President of Philanthropy

Adding a fun element, like caricature place cards, encourages guests to interact and strike up conversations.

SEASON SLEIGH THE

LAUREN GRAFER SCHWEIBOLD OF MADISON EVENTS REVEALS THE FLOURISHES AND SECRET INGREDIENTS THAT TURN PARTIES INTO UNFORGETTABLE CELEBRATIONS

by jill johnson mann

Deck the halls with boughs of holly, red and white roses, amaryllis, poinsettias and ivy … .These are a few of Lauren Grafer Schweibold’s favorite things when it comes to holiday décor. But the Madison Events’ founder says the elements most people stress about when planning parties—menu, venue, decorations—are not necessarily what will make them memorable. Lauren, with 25 years of event planning experience, has a knack for formulating the touches that elevate her fêtes from lovely to unforgettable.

On the day she invited us into her home (and mind) to explore the wonders there, it happened to be the Fourth of July. Like many entrepreneurs (especially those who love what they do), Lauren’s work seeps into her calendar on most days and into her creative consciousness in most moments, so the holiday was fair game for an interview. It was also the day her husband, Andrew, who works in private equity, swims in the relay races at their club. He is a former swimmer, so he easily blows the competition out of the water. It’s like that with Lauren; the DIY party planners are doggy paddlers to her sleek butterfly. But we are here to uncover some of her secrets to put you a few lengths ahead— and, of course, clue you in on what to expect if you enlist Madison Events to plan your next party.

Born to Host

If you hire Lauren, her first step will be getting to know you, so we will extend the same courtesy to Lauren. Not surprisingly, her fashion flair offers as delicious a visual feast as her party designs. Her floor-length sundress, in cream and periwinkle blue, features a design that at once evokes Versailles and poolside at the country club. A chunky cardigan and gold jewelry convey a woman casually in charge, and the ensemble melds perfectly with her living room’s elegant cream-toned decor and her makeup-free, sun-kissed beauty. While gesturing around her stunning, backcountry Greenwich home, she readily

admits, “We had a designer for this. I can design a party, but a house? Whole different ball game!” Minus a tricycle by the front walk, there is no sign that a three-, seven- and nineyear-old inhabit the immaculate house.

Lauren grew up in Long Island, where she loved planning parties even as a kid. “I was always hosting and planning everybody’s birthdays or parties,” she says. “My mom was always a hostess, making sure everyone was happy. She never sits down. That’s what makes her happy. I feel the same way. I just want everybody to be enjoying themselves and having a wonderful time and be taken care of.”

Lauren majored in communications at Villanova and minored in psychology, “which

“Think about getting people to interact and laugh and find the joy ..."

is helpful in dealing with some clients,” she notes with a chuckle. Lauren landed an event planning job at Bear Stearns right out of college. “They gave you a lot of responsibility at a young age. So I was trained really well, working with some super high-profile people,” she says. After about five years, she moved to Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, where she started an event group.

“After 13 or 14 years in finance, I felt like I was missing some meaning in what I was doing,” she continues. She had always done pro bono nonprofit work on the side and is a lifelong animal lover, so her next step: the Humane Society. “I was there for five years, planning their galas and fundraisers,” says Lauren, “and I created a small group of young professionals to raise money for an anti-puppy mill initiative.” To this day, Lauren continues her commitment to animal welfare, with ten dogs rescued for every event she plans (see sidebar).

Incidentally, a dog was key to finding her husband. “We met in a dumpy bar in the Hamptons. You say ‘the Hamptons’ and people think, Oh, how fancy. No, this was like a dirty bar on the side of the road in Amagansett,” says Lauren. “My rescue dog at the time rolled over for him. I think she just sort of sensed a good person, and that was that.”

In 2016, Lauren officially launched Madison Events. The couple had also started a family, and by 2018 they had a second baby on the way. They ventured out to Greenwich in search of more space, and in the process Lauren found a wealth of new clients.

Spirits Bright

“I’m very hands-on. I like to find what makes somebody tick and what they are looking for to create joy,” says Lauren. “This is why the

psychology background helps. For each event I look to find: What is going to make this incredible for you and make you and your guests really happy? A lot of people can do logistics and organize things. But it comes down to how do we make this unique and special?”

When Lauren conceptualizes a tablescape, for example, she isn’t just thinking about what will be prettiest, she is looking for elements that make people talk about it, interact with one another and remember it. She did an elegant Midsummer Night’s Dream-themed 80th birth-day party with “cascading florals coming down over the tables. The mother, who was turning 80, saw it and started crying. She was so touched,” says Lauren. “That’s my favorite thing—seeing the joy in people’s faces when they walk in and then, throughout the night, being celebrated.”

Sometimes the magical memorable factor is a surprise entertainer. Lauren recounts a 40th

PUPPY LOVE

A LIFELONG ANIMAL ADVOCATE, LAUREN TIES RESCUES INTO HER WORK AND LIFE

For every event Lauren plans, the longtime dog lover donates to the SPCA in Westchester. The organization uses the funds to transport and vet dogs that are brought up from the South, where dogs are less likely to be adopted and more likely to be euthanized. Ten furry friends per event benefit from Lauren’s generosity. “I used to foster and walk dogs at shelters and help out, and I’ll help find people animals. But, you know, three kids and a job—you’re a little busy. So, now at least I can financially help them.”

The need is tremendous. “There’s a huge issue with rescues—millions being euthanized every year—and in the South, it’s an even heavier issue,” says Lauren. “There are a lot of adoptable dogs (and puppies and kittens), and if they make it up to the Northeast to a nice shelter like the SPCA and people can go meet them, they're more likely to get adopted.”

Lauren adds, “There are so many ways people can help. It’s not only financial. I spent a couple months there, going and walking the dogs, because when they get some energy out and are less stressed, they’re calmer around potential adopters. The shelter environment is very stressful for animals. You can help with adoption events, administrative stuff—they’ll take any help they can get! During Covid, I had

my kids making homemade dog treats to drop off, so that I could explain to them what the issue was.”

The family has two dogs, Oreo (a toy Australian shepherd) and Lily (a hound mix). “Lily is a foster fail that we just fell in love with, and she had to stay,” says Lauren. “Fostering is another way to help. That saves so many lives. I’ve fostered many, many dogs, and then they get adopted because when they’re in a shelter environment, again, they’re very stressed out. When they’re in a home and they meet a potential adopter, they’re much calmer and better behaved. It’s an incredible way to save lives.”

birthday that was the talk of the town: “It was so elegant and stunning. We took Fat Poodle in Old Greenwich, cleared it out and re-set it up as this big lounge that looked almost black tie.

After the food and drinks, we had Cher the drag queen come in. People literally were texting me after seeing it on social media, asking how I got Cher to Greenwich!”

Lauren is a huge theater fan and enlisted Broadway star Liam Pearce to do a surprise number at her husband’s birthday party.

“My husband’s a massive introvert who doesn’t like big parties, and yet I throw him a birthday party every year,” says Lauren. “He’s like, ‘What are you doing!’ I threw him a dinner party for his 40th. Liam was walking around pretending to be a waiter.” At one point in the festivities, the dashing Romeo from Broadway’s &Juliet burst into song. “I had him sing our wedding song,” Lauren recounts. “The words were changed to basically make fun of Andrew. Liam beautifully sang this hilarious roast version of the song.”

Madison Events handles a mix of personal clients—birthday fêtes (kids and adults), baby showers, bar and bat mitzvahs, anniversaries, destination weddings and corporate events, plus fundraisers and galas in the nonprofit world. Philanthropist Amanda Hearst comments, “I’ve worked on hundreds of events with an array of planners, and Lauren is by far my favorite. She is a direct, to-the-point communicator, who not only proposes strong, creative ideas but executes flawlessly without a lot of direction. It also helps that she is very well connected, which makes organizing an event with her that much easier!” Actress/ singer Vanessa Williams notes Lauren’s “incredible talent” in creating a perfect celebration, and says, “The tone and ambience was reflective of our family.”

When planning lead time on an event, clients should consider if they’ll need a venue. “In that case, we need to plan six to eight months ahead,” says Lauren, who has a team of top-tier consultants—all women—who assist her, depending on the size and scope of an event. “If a client wants to do a party in their home, I’ve done events in two weeks, but

it’s not ideal; six to eight weeks would be more typical.” She also has pulled off a wedding in four weeks. “It’s stressful but possible. You have to make decisions really quickly,” she says.

Table Talk

With the holidays just around the corner, Lauren shared some tips on making your festive gathering one that all the guests remember.

“If you’re going to do it yourself, think about getting people to interact and laugh and find the joy—so, whatever that is for you,” says Lauren. “I did one party that was so elegant and sophisticated, but then everybody had to wear an ugly Christmas outfit. I like doing the combination of a very high-end, elegant event but having fun

“ I have put question cards under each place setting for guests to ask their neighbors either a deep or funny question.

Find something to get people engaged with one another. ”

involved and making people talk.

I have put question cards under each place setting for guests to ask their neighbor either a deep or funny question. Find something to get people engaged with one another.”

While flowers, table settings and the venue are important elements, Lauren emphasizes: “What’s memorable is the interaction or, you know, an ability to laugh.” She has also done name tags with a fun fact about each person and place cards that featured caricatures of the guests. “Everybody was laughing and discussing: Does this look like me? Does it not look like me? Find something that gets people talking,” says Lauren, “especially if not everybody knows each other very well.”

A “white elephant” gift exchange is also fun. Guests each bring a gift (often a gag gift) and draw numbers to establish the order of who chooses and unwraps gifts from the anonymous collection or steals from a neighbor. Kids also love this game. For children, Lauren advises: “activities that keep them busy—holiday-themed art stations, a dance floor with holiday music, cookie-making and obviously Santa.”

As far as current food and décor trends, Lauren says, “Less formal seating and more heavy passed food. Again, having people interact as opposed to sitting down and ending up in a food coma after a three-hour dinner. I have a lot of clients now that have cocktails with heavy passed appetizers, then guests sit down for the entrée, and then you do a cool dessert station, whether it’s cakes in a jar or a donut wall or an ice cream station—something where people are up again and interacting.”

Speaking of cocktails, Lauren mentions, “Greenwich loves tequila, but holiday-wise people love eggnog.” Non-alcoholic drinks are also in vogue. “People are trying to take care of themselves,” she says. “Sometimes I do a nonalcoholic tasting bar.”

For décor, no surprises here: green and red! “I’m doing a wedding in November with just greenery with red roses,” says Lauren, whose work has been featured in Brides magazine. She emphasizes that holiday food and decor largely stay the same, but what makes an event “fun, different, personalized and gets guests to interact” matters most. G

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LAWYERS IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY

Planning ahead for legal advice is ideal, but most of us consult lawyers when an emergency arises. To find the right professional in Fairfield County, we’ve streamlined the process with our Top Lawyers Guide. Whether you need counsel for an accident, family issue or financial matter, our directory of 300-plus legal experts is an essential resource.

ANTITRUST LAW

FRANK SILVESTRI JR.

Verrill Dana LLP

355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3108 verrill-law.com

APPELLATE LAW

THOMAS DONLON

Robinson & Cole LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-462-7549 rc.com

STEPHEN FOGERTY FLB Law PLLC

33 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-247-9299 flb.law

ANDREW NEVAS

Verrill Dana LLP 355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3103 verrill-law.com

ZACHARY PHILLIPPS

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-708-5138 wrkk.com

NORMAN ROBERTS II

GraberRoberts LLC 350 Bedford St, Stamford 203-590-1070 graberroberts.com

JULIA VON SCHILLING

Resolvium-Divorce Mediation 1100 Summer St, Stamford 475-268-8700 resolvium.com

SAMUEL SCHOONMAKER IV Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

JILL VERGARA Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4106 cohenandwolf.com

ARBITRATION AND MEDIATION

JANE EMONS

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

KATHLEEN NEARY MAXHAM

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

MICHAEL MEEHAN

Meehan Law LLC 116 Sherman St, Fairfield 203-333-1888 meehanlaw.com

DEBORAH NOONAN

The Life Solution Center of Darien 500 Post Rd E, Westport 203-636-0080 thelifesolutioncenter.net

THEODORE TYMA

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2148 pullcom.com

ATTORNEYS FOR NONPROFITS

JENNIFER PAGNILLO Day Pitney LLP 24 Field Point Rd, Greenwich 203-862-7875 daypitney.com

KAREN WACKERMAN

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2278 pullcom.com

AVIATION

ROBERT DANTE RUSSO

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

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BANKING AND FINANCIAL

DAVID KURATA

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-255-9928 russorizio.com

WILLIAM PETROCCIO

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-255-9928 russorizio.com

BANKRUPTCY AND WORKOUT

MATTHEW BEATMAN

Zeisler & Zeisler PC 10 Middle St, Bridgeport 203-368-4234 zeislaw.com

SCOTT CHARMOY

Charmoy & Charmoy 1465 Post Rd E, Westport 203-255-8100 charmoy.com

IRVE GOLDMAN

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2213 pullcom.com

KRISTIN MAYHEW

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2198 pullcom.com

BUSINESS LAW

DAVID ALBIN

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5031 fdh.com

R. SCOTT BEACH

Day Pitney LLP 24 Field Point Rd, Greenwich 203-862-7824 daypitney.com

ADAM BROCKLEHURST

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2672 carmodylaw.com

STEVEN CERTILMAN

Steven A Certilman PC 350 Bedford St, Stamford 203-977-7800 certilman.com

THOMAS GOLDBERG

Day Pitney LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-977-7383 daypitney.com

MICHAEL HERLING

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5015 fdh.com

DAVID LEVINE

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4137 cohenandwolf.com

JOSEPH MARTINI

Spears Manning & Martini LLC 2425 Post Rd, Southport 203-292-9766 spearsmanning.com

COLIN M c KEON

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5041 fdh.com

VICTORIA MILLER

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

DAVID MOROSAN

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4162 cohenandwolf.com

BRENDAN SNOWDEN

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4209 cl-law.com

ANDREW WALSH

Verrill Dana LLP 355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3127 verrill-law.com

BARBARA YOUNG

Verrill Dana LLP 355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3123 verrill-law.com

CIVIL LAW LITIGATION

EVAN COHEN

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5069 fdh.com

COLIN CONNOR

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

AMANDA HEFFERNAN

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-255-9928 russorizio.com

ROBERT HICKEY

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5005 ryandelucalaw.com

MICHAEL JONES

Ivey Barnum & O'Mara LLC 170 Mason St, Greenwich 203-661-6000 ibolaw.com

MICHAEL KAELIN Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4106 cl-law.com

KAELYN MOSTAFA Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4147 cohenandwolf.com

FRANK MURPHY

Tierney Zullo Flaherty & Murphy PC 134 East Ave, Norwalk 203-853-7000 tierneyzullomurphy.com

JAMES NOONAN

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5045 ryandelucalaw.com

FREDERIC URY Pullman & Comley LLC 253 Post Rd W, Westport 203-610-8787 pullcom.com

DAVID BALL Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4134 cohenandwolf.com

JAMES BICKS Wiggin And Dana LLP 281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-363-7622 wiggin.com

LIAM BURKE Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

JOHN CANNAVINO Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4447 cl-law.com

JOHN CARBERRY Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4280 cl-law.com

DAVID FRIEDMAN Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC 107 Elm St, Stamford 203-653-5438 harrisbeachmurtha.com

MARSHALL GOLDBERG Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

SCOTT HARRINGTON Diserio Martin O'Connor & Castiglioni LLP 1010 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-569-1107 diseriomartin.com

ARI HOFFMAN Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4194 cohenandwolf.com

GARY KLEIN

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2696 carmodylaw.com

PETER NOLIN

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2688 carmodylaw.com

PHILIP PIRES

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4122 cohenandwolf.com

LINDSAY REED

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2657 carmodylaw.com

JAMES RILEY

Whitman Breed Abbott & Morgan LLC

500 W Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-862-2342 whitmanbreed.com

TIMOTHY RONAN

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-674-7933 pullcom.com

JAMES SHEARIN

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2240 pullcom.com

MARCY TENCH STOVALL

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2104 pullcom.com

THOMAS TISDALE

Tisdale & Nast Law Offices LLC 10 Spruce St, Southport 203-254-8474 tisdale-law.com

CALVIN WOO

Verrill Dana LLP 355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222 3101 verrill-law.com

ANDREW ZEITLIN

Shipman & Goodwin LLP 400 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-324-8111 shipmangoodwin.com

CONSTRUCTION

MICHAEL BARNABY

Law Offices of Michael J. Barnaby LLC 500 Summer St, Stamford 203-661-3535 barnabylaw.com

MONTE FRANK

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2262 pullcom.com

THOMAS LAMBERT

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2147 pullcom.com

CORPORATE COUNSEL

HAROLD FINN III

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5029 fdh.com

J. VANCE HANCOCK

Gregory and Adams PC 190 Old Ridgefield Rd, Wilton 203-571-6306 gregoryandadams.com

RANDALL MATHIESON

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2037 pullcom.com

CORPORATE FINANCE MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS

SKAWENNIIO BARNES

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5055 fdh.com

JASON BOYEA

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5076 fdh.com

WILLIAM CARELLO

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-364-2407 wrkk.com

MARTIN CLARKE

Holland & Knight LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-905-4541 hklaw.com

CHARLES DOWNEY III

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP

6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5023 fdh.com

THOMAS FREED

Holland & Knight LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-905-4529 hklaw.com

MATTHEW GLENNON

Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2231 pullcom.com

NANCY A.D. HANCOCK

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2118 pullcom.com

RICHARD KOHLBERGER

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5039 fdh.com

HEATHER RAHILLY

Wiggin and Dana LLP 281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-363-7603 wiggin.com

EDMUND REMONDINO

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-803-4724 wrkk.com

NEIL RUBEN

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5010 fdh.com

JOSHUA SMITH

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2083 pullcom.com

MATTHEW SUSMAN

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4236 cohenandwolf.com

DANIEL TRACY

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5058 fdh.com

CRIMINAL DEFENSE

AUDREY FELSEN

Koffsky & Felsen LLC 1261 Post Rd, Fairfield 203-327-1500 koffskyfelsen.com

EDWARD GAVIN

Law Offices of Edward J. Gavin LLC 1087 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-347-7050 edgavinlaw.com

ANDREW GOULD

Law Offices of Philip Russell LLC 1 River Rd, Cos Cob 203-661-4200 greenwichlegal.com

JOHN GULASH

Gulash & Associates 265 Golden Hill St, Bridgeport 203-870-9944 gulashlaw.com

CHRISTINE LANDIS

Law Offices of Mark Sherman LLC 29 5th St, Stamford 203-409-2271 markshermanlaw.com

EUGENE RICCIO

Law Offices of Eugene J. Riccio PLLC 2000 Post Rd, Fairfield 203-319-0054 eugenericciolaw.com

FRANK RICCIO II

The Law Offices of Frank J. Riccio LLC 923 E Main St, Bridgeport 203-333-6135 ricciolaw.com

MARK SHERMAN

The Law Offices of Mark Sherman LLC 29 5th St, Stamford 203-340-0583 markshermanlaw.com

BRIAN SPEARS

Spears Manning & Martini LLC 2425 Post Rd, Southport 203-292-9766 spearsmanning.com

LINDY URSO

Lindy R. Urso Attorney at Law 810 Bedford St, Stamford 203-325-4487 lindyursolaw.com

C. CHRISTIAN YOUNG

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

EDUCATION

SARAH GLEASON

Shipman & Goodwin LLP 400 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-324-8132 shipmangoodwin.com

KAREN JEFFERS

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2284 pullcom.com

ELDER LAW

ANN FOWLER-CRUZ

Cohen and Wolf PC 158 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury 203-749-5570 cohenandwolf.com

ELLEN SUTLIFFE HAIN

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4101 cohenandwolf.com

EMINENT DOMAIN

JASON BUCHSBAUM

Cohen & Wolf PC 158 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury 203-792-2771 cohenandwolf.com

PETER GELDERMAN Berchem Moses PC 1221 Post Rd E, Westport 203-227-9545 berchemmoses.com

WILLIAM HENNESSEY JR. Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-425-4200 carmodylaw.com

ENERGY OIL AND GAS

JAMES RICE

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7112 brodywilk.com

FAMILY LAW

JACQUELINE BARBARA Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

LIVIA DEFILIPPIS BARNDOLLAR Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2205 pullcom.com

JANET BATTEY Ferro Battey & Eucalitto LLC 320 Post Rd, Westport 475-264-4362 ferrofamilylaw.com

JILL BICKS Jill Bicks Family Law 500 Post Rd E, Westport 203-997-0251 bickslaw.com

JILL HEITLER BLOMBERG Schoonmaker George Blomberg Bryniczka & Welsh PC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-862-5000 sgbfamilylaw.com

ANNMARIE BRIONES Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

ERIC BRODER Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

PETER BRYNICZKA Schoonmaker George Blomberg Bryniczka & Welsh PC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-862-5000 sgbfamilylaw.com

JACQUELYN CONLON Conlon McGlynn & McCann 281 Pequot Ave, Southport 203-803-2943 conlonamendola.com

KEVIN DAKEN MacNamara Daken LLC 3 Greenwich Office Pk, Greenwich 203-340-0550 mdfamilylawct.com

CHRISTOPHER DEMATTIE Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

NICOLE DIGIOSE Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

JAIME DURSHT Siegel Colin & Kaufman PC 1266 E Main St, Stamford 203-326-5145 scklawct.com

WAYNE EFFRON

Wayne D. Effron PC 2 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich 203-622-1160 effronLaw.com

ANDREW ELIOT

The Family Law Firm

Healy Eliot + McCann 125 Elm St, New Canaan 203-652-8018 thefamlawfirm.com

SUE GEORGIADES

Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

HOWARD GRABER

GraberRoberts LLC 350 Bedford St, Stamford 203-590-1070 graberroberts.com

DAVID GRIFFIN

Rutkin Oldham & Griffin LLC 5 Imperial Ave, Westport 203-428-4476 rutkinoldham.com

LAUREN HEALY

The Family Law Firm

Healy Eliot + McCann 125 Elm St, New Canaan 203-652-8018 thefamlawfirm.com

MARISSA HERNANDEZ (BIGELLI)

Reich & Truax PLLC

2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-254-9877 reichandtruax.com

ERIC HIGGINS

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-577-5829 wrkk.com

JOCELYN HURWITZ

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4223 cohenandwolf.com

ROSS KAUFMAN

Siegel Colin & Kaufman PC 1266 E Main St, Stamford 203-326-5145 scklawct.com

AMY CALVO MACNAMARA

The Law Offices of Amy Calvo Macnamara LLC 3 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich 203-340-0550 acmfamilylaw.com

DARCY M c ALISTER

Carta McAlister & Moore LLC 777 Post Rd, Darien 203-202-3120 cmm-law.com

LAUREN M c CANN

The Family Law Firm

Healy Eliot + McCann 125 Elm St, New Canaan 203-652-8018 thefamlawfirm.com

SARAH MURRAY

Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

ANDREW NEMIROFF

Fogarty Cohen Russo & Nemiroff LLC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-661-1000 fcsn.com

SARAH STARK OLDHAM

Rutkin Oldham & Griffin LLC 5 Imperial Ave, Westport 203-428-4476 rutkinoldham.com

CAROLE TOPOL ORLAND

Broder Orland Murray & Demattie LLC 55 Greens Farms Rd, Westport 203-222-4949 ctfamilylaw.com

THOMAS PARRINO

Parrino|Shattuck PC 285 Riverside Ave, Westport 475-241-0991 parrinoshattuck.com

RACHEL PENCU

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

YAKOV PYETRANKER Pyetranker PC 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-989-0031 pyetrankerpc.com

DANIEL ROBERTS GraberRoberts LLC 350 Bedford St, Stamford 203-590-1070 graberroberts.com

MARK SOBOSLAI

The Law Offices of Mark R. Soboslai LLC 383 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-226-5759 marksoboslai.com

LOUISE TRUAX

Reich & Truax PLLC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-254-9877 reichandtruax.com

PAUL TUSCH

Cacace Tusch & Santagata 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2000 lawcts.com

AIDAN WELSH

Schoonmaker George

Blomberg Bryniczka & Welsh PC

1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-862-5000 sgbfamilylaw.com

MICHELLE ZULAWSKI

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4109 cohenandwolf.com

GOVERNMENT AND ADMINISTRATIVE

MICHAEL ANDREANA

Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2235 pullcom.com

IRA BLOOM

Berchem Moses PC 1221 Post Rd E, Westport 203-227-9545 berchemmoses.com

ADAM COHEN

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2230 pullcom.com

MARIO COPPOLA

Berchem Moses PC 1221 Post Rd E, Westport 203-227-9545 berchemmoses.com

JESSICA GROSSARTH

KENNEDY

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2215 pullcom.com

JOHN STAFSTROM JR.

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2210 pullcom.com

STEVEN STAFSTROM JR.

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2266 pullcom.com

HEALTH CARE LAW

COLLIN BARON

Pullman & Comley LLC

850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2219 pullcom.com

MARGARET BARTIROMO

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2276 pullcom.com

ISABELLE BIBET-KALINYAK

Pullman & Comley LLC 253 Post Rd W, Westport 203-330-2274 pullcom.com

STEPHEN COWHERD

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2280 pullcom.com

PATRICIA WEITZMAN

Robinson & Cole LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-462-7545 rc.com pullcom.com

NANDITA RUCHANDANI KPPB Law 161 Kings Hwy E, Fairfield 203-576-9211 kppblaw.com

JOHN CANNAVINO JR.

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-549-6621 ryandelucalaw.com

JOHN KANE

Robinson & Cole LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-462-7563 rc.com

DENNIS LACCAVOLE

Goldstein and Peck PC 1087 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-334-9421 goldsteinandpeck.com

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

EMILIO ESTRELLA TERON Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4143 cohenandwolf.com

EDWARD SCOFIELD

Zeldes Needle & Cooper PC 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-332-5726 znclaw.com

GEZA ZIEGLER JR. Ziegler IP Law Group LLC 3135 Easton Tpke, Fairfield 203-659-0388 gziplaw.com

INTERNATIONAL LAW

TIMOTHY NAST

Tisdale & Nast Law Offices LLC 10 Spruce St, Southport 203-254-8474 tisdale-law.com

LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT

SARA BIGMAN

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4132 cohenandwolf.com

ROBERT BRODY Brody And Associates LLC 120 Post Rd W, Westport 203-454-0560 brodyandassociates.com

MARK CARTA

Carta McAlister & Moore LLC 777 Post Rd, Darien 203-202-3131 cmm-law.com

LEWIS CHIMES

Law Office of Lewis Chimes LLC 45 Franklin St, Stamford 203-324-7744 chimeslaw.com

DAVID COHEN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-433-0519 wrkk.com

NICOLE DWYER

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4145 cohenandwolf.com

STEVEN FREDERICK

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-439-6759 wrkk.com

STUART KATZ

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4205 cohenandwolf.com

BIANCA LOGIURATO Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2237 pullcom.com

SCOTT LUCAS Lucas & Varga LLC 2425 Post Rd, Southport 203-227-8400 lucasvargalaw.com

KUROSH MARJANI Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-693-4075 wrkk.com

ADAM MENDELOWITZ

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5007 fdh.com

JONATHAN ORLEANS Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2129 pullcom.com

DANIEL SCHWARTZ Day Pitney LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-977-7536 daypitney.com

DOUGLAS VARGA Lucas & Varga LLC 2425 Post Rd, Southport 203-227-8400 lucasvargalaw.com

DANIEL YOUNG Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

LAND USE ENVIRONMENT

ADAM BLANK Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-318-6936 wrkk.com

LEONARD BRAMAN Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-354-1282 wrkk.com

WILSON CARROLL Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4123 cohenandwolf.com

PAMELA ELKOW Corporate Law Partners 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-470-3405 corporatelawpartners.com

LISA FEINBERG Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2677 carmodylaw.com

STEPHEN FINN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-439-6670 wrkk.com

WILLIAM FITZPATRICK III

Russo & Rizio LLC

10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-255-9928 russorizio.com

JOHN HEAGNEY

Heagney Lennon & Slane LLP

31 East Elm St, Greenwich 203-661-8400 hls248.com

THOMAS HEAGNEY

Heagney Lennon & Slane LLP

31 East Elm St, Greenwich 203-661-8400 hls248.com

WILLIAM HENNESSEY JR.

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-425-4200 carmodylaw.com

JACQUELINE KAUFMAN

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2665 carmodylaw.com

CHRISTOPHER RUSSO

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-255-9928 russorizio.com

PATRICIA SULLIVAN

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4124 cohenandwolf.com

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE DEFENSE

REBECCA BRINDLEY

Stockman O'Connor

Connors PLLC 10 Middle St, Bridgeport 203-220-6590 stockmanoconnor.com

JOHN COSTA

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5044 ryandelucalaw.com

DANIEL RYAN III

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5030 ryandelucalaw.com

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE PLAINTIFF

NICOLE COATES

SlagerMadry LLP 750 E Main St, Stamford 203-604-2446 slagermadry.com

PETER DREYER

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

JOSH KOSKOFF

Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder PC 350 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport 475-766-7587 koskoff.com

JOAQUIN MADRY

SlagerMadry LLP

750 E Main St, Stamford 203-604-2446 slagermadry.com

SARAH RICCIARDI

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

RICHARD SILVER

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

ANTHONY YORIO JR.

Cohen & Wolf PC 158 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury 203-749-5569 cohenandwolf.com

ANGELO ZIOTAS

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

PERSONAL INJURY

BILL BLOSS

Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder PC 350 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport 475-766-7587 koskoff.com

STEWART CASPER Casper & Detoledo LLC 1458 Bedford St, Stamford 203-325-8600 casperdetoledo.com

WILLIAM DAVOREN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-437-4968 wrkk.com

KEVIN GRECO

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2666 carmodylaw.com

BRIAN KLUBERDANZ

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-693-1154 wrkk.com

DOUG MAHONEY

Robinson Mahoney PLLC 1210 Post Rd, Fairfield 203-692-2186 robinsonmahoney.com

NEAL MOSKOW Moskow Law Group LLC 425 Kings Highway E, Fairfield 475-304-7085 moskowlaw.com

KATHLEEN NASTRI Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder PC 350 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport 475-766-7587 koskoff.com

ALAN SCOTT PICKEL

The Pickel Law Firm LLC 1700 Bedford St, Stamford 203-348-4100 pickellaw.com

CINDY ROBINSON

Robinson Mahoney PLLC 1210 Post Rd, Fairfield 203-692-2186 robinsonmahoney.com

MICHAEL SKIBER

Skiber Law 152 East Ave, Norwalk 203-635-4632 skiberlaw.com

PAUL SLAGER

SlagerMadry LLP 750 E Main St, Stamford 860-909-6220 slagermadry.com

ERNIE TEITELL

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP 1 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-4491 sgtlaw.com

JEREMY VIRGIL

Zeldes Needle & Cooper PC 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-332-5775 znclaw.com

JEREMY VISHNO

Vishno Law Firm

183 Sherman St, Fairfield 203-256-2373 vishnolawfirm.com

JOSEPH WALSH

Cohen & Wolf PC 158 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury 203-792-2771 cohenandwolf.com

VANESSA WAMBOLT

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

NICHOLAS WOCL

Wocl Leydon LLC 80 4th St, Stamford 203-872-9704 woclleydon.com

PROFESSIONAL

STEPHEN CONOVER

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2668 carmodylaw.com

CHARLES DELUCA

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5000 ryandelucalaw.com

ROBERT LANEY

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5010 ryandelucalaw.com

MICHAEL RYAN

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-541-5050 ryandelucalaw.com

SUZANNE SUTTON

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

REAL ESTATE

MICHAEL BYRNE

Day Pitney LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-977-7349 daypitney.com

MICHAEL CACACE

Cacace Tusch & Santagata 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2000 lawcts.com

JOSEPH CESSARIO

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4259 cl-law.com

BRUCE COHEN

JORAM HIRSCH

Hirsch Andrade LLP 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-331-8888 hirsch-andradelaw.com

BRENDEN LEYDON

Wocl Leydon LLC 80 4th St, Stamford 203-884-0222 woclleydon.com

ROBYN DRUCKER

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4133 cohenandwolf.com

STEVEN ELBAUM

Robinson & Cole LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-462-7526 rc.com

REGINA FLAHERTY

Verrill Dana LLP 355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3109 verrill-law.com

MEGHAN GALLAGHER

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4172 cohenandwolf.com

JUSTIN GALLETTI

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7135 brodywilk.com

SUSAN GOLDMAN

Gregory and Adams PC 190 Old Ridgefield Rd, Wilton 203-571-6303 gregoryandadams.com

STEVEN GRUSHKIN

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-2300 wrkk.com

DONALD GUSTAFSON

Shipman & Goodwin LLP 400 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-324-8103 shipmangoodwin.com

ABRAHAM HOFFMANN

Abraham M. Hoffmann Attorney at Law 4154 Madison Ave, Trumbull 203-373-1350 abrahamhoffmannlaw.com

JEFFREY HOULE

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2646 carmodylaw.com

MARK KIRSCH

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4254 cohenandwolf.com

HOWARD KOMISAR

Berkowitz Trager And Trager LLC 8 Wright St, Westport 203-291-8203 btt-law.com

MARC KURZMAN

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2680 carmodylaw.com

W. GLENN MAJOR

Pullman & Comley LLC 253 Post Rd W, Westport 203-330-2012 pullcom.com

KRISTEN MAZUR

Mark Sank & Associates LLC 666 Glenbrook Rd, Stamford 800-785-9702 marksank.com

GLEN MOORE

Carta McAlister & Moore LLC 777 Post Rd, Darien 203-202-3110 cmm-law.com

KENT NEVINS

Shipman & Goodwin LLP 400 Atlantic St, Stamford 203-324-8163 shipmangoodwin.com

PIOTR (PETER) OKRAGLY

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4152 cohenandwolf.com

ROBERT PACELLI JR.

Zeldes Needle & Cooper PC 1000 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport 203-332-5735 znclaw.com

LEAH PARISI

Fogarty Cohen Russo & Nemiroff LLC 1700 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich 203-661-1000 fcsn.com

JOSHUA COLE

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2217 pullcom.com

JEREMY KAYE

Kaye & Associates LLC 71 Lewis St, Greenwich 203-625-5300 kayelawct.com

JOEL KAYE

Law Office of Joel M. Kaye 165 W Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-622-4500 joelkaye.com

MICHAEL ROSTEN Cohen & Wolf PC 320 Post Rd W, Westport 203-341-5330 cohenandwolf.com

STEVEN SIEGELAUB Berkowitz Trager and Trager LLC 8 Wright St, Westport 203-291-8223 btt-law.com

LAUREN WALTERS Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-341-5320 cohenandwolf.com

TOM WARD JR. Ivey Barnum & O'Mara LLC 170 Mason St, Greenwich 203-661-6000 ibolaw.com

SECURITIES LAW

DAVID DOBIN Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4120 cohenandwolf.com

RICHARD SLAVIN Cohen & Wolf PC 320 Post Rd W, Westport 203-341-5310 cohenandwolf.com

TAX LAW

RICHARD DIMARCO Cohen & Wolf PC 320 Post Rd W, Westport 203-341-5301 cohenandwolf.com

BRETT DIXON Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5016 fdh.com

LESLIE GRODD FLB Law PLLC 33 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-981-6171 flb.law

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

JOSHUA PEDREIRA Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

MARY BETH RAPICE Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2133 pullcom.com

DAVID LEHN WithersWorldwide 1700 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-302-4077 withersworldwide.com

D. ROBERT MORRIS Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2109 pullcom.com

STUART RATNER

Stuart B. Ratner PC 1111 Summer St, Stamford 203-323-4900 ratnerlawfirm.com

JAMES RUBINO Law Offices of James M. Rubino 1100 Summer St, Stamford 203-327-4212 attorneyrubino.com

RACHAEL SPINA Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-341-5308 cohenandwolf.com

MICHAEL SPIRO Finn Dixon & Herling LLP 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-325-5067 fdh.com

LUKE TASHJIAN Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-341-5304 cohenandwolf.com

TECHNOLOGY VIRTUAL

RUSSELL ANDERSON Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2271 pullcom.com

CHERYL JOHNSON Verrill Dana LLP 355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3126 verrill-law.com

WILLIAM KAMBAS WithersWorldwide 1700 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich 203-974-0313 withersworldwide.com

GEORGE KASPER Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2119 pullcom.com

TRADEMARK PRACTICE

TERRENCE M c ALLISTER Ruggiero McAllister & McMahon One Landmark Square, Stamford 203-293-7338 ruggieroip.com

WILLS

JENNIFER BASCIANO Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7113 brodywilk.com

PARRINO | SHATTUCK, PC

MATRIMONIAL LAWYERS

Parrino|Shattuck, P.C. has a well-earned reputation for assisting clients in complex matrimonial law matters. Many cases we handle involve businesses, deferred compensation, carried interests, valuable assets, and similar high-networth concerns requiring experienced advocacy. We are committed to client communication and attentive to client needs in any divorce or family law matter.

We have a wealth of experience handling overlapping legal issues, and we work with a skilled team of experts, including forensic accountants, valuation professionals, and mental health care providers. Most of the clients whom we represent are referrals by colleagues, wellsatisfied clients, and spouses of former clients who appreciate the talented representation that we provided. Our services include divorce, asset division, alimony, child custody, child support, and modification of court orders.

285 Riverside Avenue, Suite 450, Westport, CT 203-557-9755 • ParrinoShattuck.com

When to Seek a Second Opinion

Family law litigants sometimes seek second opinions about their cases. Consider seeking a second opinion if:

1. You feel ill-informed concerning the status of your case or have questions about your attorney’s strategy.

2. You are concerned about whether your attorney has conducted robust discovery to verify that your spouse’s disclosures are accurate and complete.

3. You are concerned about whether you identified the appropriate objectives for your case and whether your attorney fashioned a strategy to attempt to achieve results consistent with those objectives. You may find a second opinion informative. Skilled preparation and diligence are the hallmarks of a competent matrimonial lawyer.

DOUGLAS BROWN

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7119 brodywilk.com

ROB ROY BUCKINGHAM JR.

Blair & Potts

281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-327-2333 blairandpotts.com

MICHAEL CLEAR

Wiggin and Dana LLP 30 Milbank Ave, Greenwich 203-363-7675 wiggin.com

TATIANA DASILVA

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-368-0211 cohenandwolf.com

LAUREN DAVIES

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-330-2076 pullcom.com

B. CORT DELANY

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6554 cl-law.com

MARGARET DELUCA

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4298 cl-law.com

ROBERT DEVELLIS

Blair & Potts

281 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-327-2333 blairandpotts.com

ELIZABETH FALKOFF

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4198 cl-law.com

DANIEL FITZGERALD

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6511 cl-law.com

JAMES FUNNELL JR.

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7106 brodywilk.com

KATHERINE COTTER GENT

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6577 cl-law.com

JESSIE GILBERT

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6503 cl-law.com

GREGORY HAYES

Day Pitney LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-977-7365 daypitney.com

HELEN HEINTZ

Holland & Knight LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-905-4514 hklaw.com

JEVERA HENNESSEY

Wiggin and Dana LLP 30 Milbank Ave, Greenwich 203-363-7669 wiggin.com

DAVID HERMENZE

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7105 brodywilk.com

DANIEL JOHNSON

Cummings & Lockwood 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4317 cl-law.com

EVA KLIEGMAN

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6578 cl-law.com

LEONARD LEADER

Wiggin and Dana LLP 60 Church Ln, Westport 203-363-7602 wiggin.com

KELSIE LEON

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6544 cl-law.com

EDWARD MARCANTONIO

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7107 brodywilk.com

ALESSANDRA MESSINEO

LONG

The Law O ces of Alessandra Messineo Long 117 E Putnam Ave, Riverside 203-249-3601 amlonglaw.com

PETER MOTT

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7136 brodywilk.com

JOHN MUSICARO JR.

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4343 cl-law.com

DOUGLAS OLIN

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6504 cl-law.com

JOSEPH PANKOWSKI JR.

Wofsey Rosen Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP 600 Summer St, Stamford 203-694-0545 wrkk.com

EDWARD RODENBACH

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6551 cl-law.com

RICHARD SARNER

Zeldes Needle & Cooper PC 201 Broad St, Stamford 203-332-5761 znclaw.com

SHARON SCHWEITZER

Verrill Dana LLP

355 Riverside Ave, Westport 203-222-3118 verrill-law.com

JENNA SHANKMAN

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4171 cohenandwolf.com

JANE FORD SHAW

Russo & Rizio LLC 10 Sasco Hill Rd, Fairfield 203-254-7579 russorizio.com

RACHEL B.G. SHERMAN

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4656 cl-law.com

ALYSSA SHERRIFF

Brody Wilkinson PC 2507 Post Rd, Southport 203-319-7157 brodywilk.com

GEORGE SMITH

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6593 cl-law.com

GRETA SOLOMON

Cohen & Wolf PC 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport 203-337-4114 cohenandwolf.com

JAMES STEWART

Pullman & Comley LLC 850 Main St, Bridgeport 203-254-5008 pullcom.com

AMY TODISCO

Braunstein and Todisco PC 1 Eliot Place, Fairfield 203-254-1118 btlawfirm.com

HOWARD TUTHILL III

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 6 Landmark Sq, Stamford 203-351-4308 cl-law.com

METHODOLOGY:

DARREN WALLACE

Day Pitney LLP 263 Tresser Blvd, Stamford 203-862-7874 daypitney.com

LAURA WEINTRAUB BECK

Cummings & Lockwood LLC 2 Greenwich Plz, Greenwich 203-863-6590 cl-law.com

AMY WILFERT Day Pitney LLP 24 Field Point Rd, Greenwich 203-862-7811 daypitney.com

WORKERS COMPENSATION

BENJAMIN POMERANTZ

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP 1055 Washington Blvd, Stamford 203-252-2645 carmodylaw.com

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NOVEMBER 2025

From top to bottom: Grandchildren of Sam Bridge II, Winnie and Birdie Monick with their dog, Brodie; Event sponsor Dr. Stacy Zarakiotis and the Greenwich Pediatric Dental Group Team; The stars of the show

Greenwich Reindeer Festival

Santa and his three live reindeer return to town for the 17th annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop, presented by Jenny Allen & Kristen Studwell at Compass Real Estate. The North Pole on North Street will take place at Sam Bridge Nursery and Greenhouses from November 28 to December 24. Visitors can have their photo taken with Santa, meet the reindeer and enjoy Santa’s Workshop (sponsored by Greenwich Pediatric Dental Group). A portion of all photo proceeds will be donated to Kids in Crisis. Children, adults and all dogs (on leashes) are welcome. For more information visit, greenwichreindeerfestival.com.

ART & ANTIQUES

ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-0198. Tues.–Sun. aldrichart.org

AMY SIMON FINE ART, 1869 Post Rd. East, Westport, 259-1500. amysimonfineart.com

BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org

CANFIN GALLERY, 39 Main St., Tarrytown, NY, 914-332-4554. canfingallery.com

CARAMOOR CENTER FOR MUSIC AND THE ARTS, Girdle Ridge Rd., Katonah, NY, 914-232-1252. Caramoor is a destination for exceptional music, captivating programs and spectacular gardens and grounds, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. caramoor.org

CAVALIER GALLERIES, 405 Greenwich Ave., 869-3664. cavaliergalleries .com

CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY PRINTMAKING, 299 West Ave., Norwalk, 899-7999. contemprints.org

CLARENDON FINE ART, 22 Main St., Westport, 293- 0976. clarendonfineart.com

CLAY ART CENTER, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, NY, 914-937-2047. clayartcenter.org

DISCOVERY MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport, 372-3521. discoverymuseum.org

FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER, 370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, 259-1598. fairfieldhistory.org

FLINN GALLERY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7947. flinngallery.com

GERTRUDE G. WHITE GALLERY, YWCA, 259 E. Putnam Ave., 869-6501. ywcagreenwich.org

GREENWICH ARTS COUNCIL, 299 Greenwich Ave., 862-6750. greenwichartscouncil.org

GREENWICH ART SOCIETY, 299 Greenwich Ave. 2nd fl., 629-1533. This studio school offers a visual arts education program for kids and adults. greenwichartsociety.org

GREENWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 47 Strickland Rd., 869-6899. greenwichhistory.org

KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, Rte. 22 at Jay St., Katonah, NY, 914-232-9555. katonahmuseum.org

KENISE BARNES FINE ART, 1947 Palmer Ave., Larchmont, NY, 914-834-8077. kbfa.com

LOCKWOOD-MATHEWS MANSION MUSEUM, 295 West Ave., Norwalk, 838-9799. lockwoodmathews mansion .com »

Holiday

AT GREENWICH COUNTRY CLUB

Welcome back to Greenwich Historical Society’s annual Holiday Boutique at Greenwich Country Club. An elevated one-stop shopping experience featuring a highly curated array of clothing, accessories and gifts for you and everyone on your list!

OPENING NIGHT

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 5:30PM–8:00PM

BOUTIQUE

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 9:30AM–4:30PM

COMMITTEE CO-CHAIRS

LIZ ANDERSON | CONNIE ANNE HARRIS

PATRICK MELE | MIMI MOULTON

CATHERINE TOMPKINS | SHIRIN VON WULFFEN

7 th ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF

Tabletop Trees

WEDNESDAY DEC 3 –SATURDAY, DEC 6

Bid on beautiful trees featuring the creative talents of local retailers, organizations and designers who help make our homes festive during the holiday season. Proceeds support Greenwich Historical Society education programs.

Holiday Festival

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13 4:00-7:00 PM

Bring family and friends to enjoy holiday-themed crafts, gingerbread decorating, and photos with Santa in the historic barn. Warm up by the fire with s’mores and a spiced winter beverage to round out an evening of holiday cheer!

LOFT ARTISTS ASSOCIATION, 575 Pacific St., Stamford, 247-2027. loftartists.org

MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org

MoCA, 19 Newtown Tpke., Westport, 226-7070. mocawestport.org

NEUBERGER

MUSEUM OF ART, Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase, NY, 914-251-6100. neuberger.org

PELHAM ART CENTER, 155 Fifth Ave., Pelham, NY, 914-738-2525, ext. 113. pelhamartcenter.org

ROWAYTON ARTS CENTER, 145 Rowayton Ave., Rowayton, 866-2744. rowaytonarts.org

SAMUEL OWEN GALLERY, 382 Greenwich Ave., 325-1924. samuelowen.org

SILVERMINE GUILD

ARTS CENTER, 1037 Silvermine Rd., New Canaan, 966-9700. silvermineart.org

SANDRA MORGAN INTERIORS & ART PRIVÉ, 135 East Putnam Ave., 2nd floor, Greenwich, 629-8121. sandramorganinteriors.com

SORELLE GALLERY, Bedford Square, 19 Church Ln., Westport, 920-1900. sorellegallery.com

SOROKIN GALLERY, 96 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich, 856-9048. sorokingallery.com

STAMFORD ART ASSOCIATION, 39 Franklin St., Stamford, 325-1139. stamfordartassociation.org

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org

UCONN STAMFORD ART GALLERY, One University Pl., Stamford, 251-8400. artgallery.stamford.uconn.edu

YALE CENTER FOR BRITISH ART, 1080 Chapel St., New Haven, 432-2800. britishart.yale.edu

YALE UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY, 1111 Chapel St., New Haven, 432-0611. artgallery.yale.edu

YANKELL LEGACY GALLERY, 61 Studio Court, Stamford, 610-213-2749. yankelllegacygallery.com

CONCERTS, FILM & THEATER

AVON THEATRE FILM CENTER, 272 Bedford St., Stamford, 661-0321. avontheatre.org

CURTAIN CALL, The Sterling Farms Theatre Complex, 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford, 329-8207. curtaincallinc.com

DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE, 263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport, 576-1636. dtcab.com

HARTFORD HEALTHCARE AMPITHEATER, 500 Broad St., Bridgeport, 345-2300, hartfordhealthcareamp.com

LECTURES, TOURS & WORKSHOPS

ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-0198. aldrichart.org

AUDUBON GREENWICH, 613 Riversville Rd., 869-5272. greenwich.audubon.org

Flinn Gallery

The Flinn Gallery is proud to present Precisely, the second exhibition of the 2025–26 season, with an opening reception on Thursday, November 20, at 6 pm. The show features the work of four artists: Sarah Walker, Nate Ethier and the collaborative duo Anoka Faruqee and David Driscoll. Curated by Chris Joy and Francene Langford, Precisely features paintings of captivating complexity and rigorous precision. The Flinn Gallery is located on the second floor of the library at 101 Putnam Avenue in Greenwich. flinngallery.org

AUX DÉLICES, 231 Acosta St., Stamford, 326-4540, ext. 108. auxdelicesfoods.com

BOWMAN OBSERVATORY PUBLIC NIGHT, NE of Milbank/East Elm St. rotary on the grounds of Julian Curtiss School, 869-6786, ext. 338

BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org

CLAY ART CENTER, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, NY 914-937-2047. clayartcenter.org

CONNECTICUT CERAMICS STUDY CIRCLE, Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr. ctcsc.org

FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER, 370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, 259-1598. fairfieldhistory.org

FAIRFIELD THEATRE COMPANY, On StageOne, 70 Sanford St., Fairfield, 259-1036. fairfieldtheatre.org

GOODSPEED OPERA HOUSE, 6 Main St., East Haddam, 860-873-8668. goodspeed.org

GREENWICH BOTANICAL CENTER, 130 Bible St., 869-9242. greenwichbotanicalcenter.org

GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7900. greenwichlibrary.org

JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER, 364 Manville Rd., Pleasantville, NY, 914-773-7663. burnsfilmcenter.org

KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, 26 Bedford Rd., Chappaqua, NY, 914-232-9555. katonahmuseum.org

LONG WHARF THEATRE, 222 Sargent Dr., New Haven, 787-4282.longwharf.com »

RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, 438-9269. ridgefieldplayhouse.org

RIDGEFIELD THEATER BARN, 37 Halpin Ln., Ridgefield, 431-9850. ridgefieldtheaterbarn.org

SHUBERT THEATER, 247 College St., New Haven, 800-228-6622. shubert.com

STAMFORD CENTER FOR THE ARTS Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford, 325-4466. stamfordcenterforthearts.org

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org

WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE, 25 Powers Ct., Westport, 227-4177. westportplayhouse.org »

BackCountry Jazz

Join BackCountry Jazz for its fall benefit concert, An Evening of Jazz and Community on Friday, November 21, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., at the Round Hill Community House at 397 Round Hill Road. BackCountry Jazz is dedicated funding yearround tuition-free music education programs to underserved youth. For tickets and more information visit give.classy.org/ bcJazzfallbenefitconcert2025.

2026

The Ruby Red & White Ball

40th Anniversary Saturday, April 25, 2026 | Riverside Yacht Club

HONOREES

Humanitarian Award ~ Giovanna Miller

Corporate Leadership Award ~ Crabtree Motor Group and the Crabtree Family

Exceptional Service Award ~ Admiral Lisa M. Franchetti, United States Navy (Retired)

To purchase tickets, sponsorships and journal acknowledgments, please scan the QR Code or visit redcross.org/mnynball.

Led by renowned pipa player, Wu Man, the Grammy Award-winning Silkroad Ensemble is a powerhouse ensemble of eight world-class musicians sharing the compelling American Railroad program originally conceived by artistic director Rhiannon Giddens.

An Evening with Padma Lakshmi

November 13 • 7:30 p.m.

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November 14 • 7:30 p.m.

KIDS’ STUFF NOVEMBER 2025

ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-4519. aldrichart.org

AUDUBON GREENWICH, 613 Riversville Rd., 869-5272. greenwich.audubon.org

AUX DÉLICES, (cooking classes), 23 Acosta St., Stamford, 326-4540 ext. 108. auxdelicesfoods.com

BEARDSLEY ZOO, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport, 394-6565. beardsleyzoo.org

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREENWICH, 4 Horseneck Ln., 869-3224. bgcg.org

BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org

DISCOVERY MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport, 372-3521. discoverymuseum.org

DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE, 263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport, 576-1636. dtcab.com

EARTHPLACE, 10 Woodside Ln., Westport, 227-7253. earthplace.org

GREENWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 39 Strickland St., 869-6899. greenwichhistory.org

GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7900. greenwichlibrary.org

IMAX THEATER AT MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org

KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, Rte. 22 at Jay St., Katonah, NY, 914-232-9555. katonahmuseum.org

MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org

NEW CANAAN NATURE CENTER, 144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, 966-9577. newcanaannature.org

RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE, 80 East Ridge Rd., Ridgefield, 438-5795. ridgefieldplayhouse.org

STAMFORD CENTER FOR THE ARTS, Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford, 325-4466. palacestamford.org

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org

STEPPING STONES MUSEUM FOR CHILDREN, 303 West Ave., Mathews Park, Norwalk, 899-0606. steppingstonesmuseum.org

WESTPORT ARTS CENTER, 51 Riverside Ave., Westport, 222-7070. westportartscenter.org

WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE, 25 Powers Ct., Westport, 227-4177. westportplayhouse.org G

Healthy Resolutions Start Here. Showcase Your Expertise.

Fact: Over 40% of local consumers rely on our annual Top Doctors list as part of their search and decision making*

21st Annual

TOP DOCTORS

• Special section following our annual Top Doctors editorial feature, within our 2026 January/February “Health & Wellness” issue

• Annual guide to Fairfield County’s medical practices & specialists

• Custom profile created for your practice

• Reach an audience of 200,000+ families and local residents

• One year inclusion in our online doctors directory

• Bonus issue distribution to local events reaching health-conscious families, charitable organizations and community influencers

Issue Date: January/February 2026

On Newsstands: January 1, 2026

Commitment Date: November 11, 2025 Contact Gina Fusco at Gina.Fusco@moffly.com for more information.

FALLING FOR THE VIEW

Autumn goes big at Binney Park. The pond glistens while the trees explode in reds, yellows and oranges. Perrot Library peeks out from the foliage, while Stamford’s skyline photobombs in the distance. It’s the kind of view that makes you want to lace up your sneakers, grab a cider and wander the paths just to see what’s around the bend. Every corner feels Instagram-worthy. This is fall turned all the way up—a reminder that sometimes the best skyline isn’t made of buildings at all, but trees dressed up for the season. G

Have a photo that captures a moment in Greenwich? Send it to us at editor@greenwichmag.com for a chance to win $100. Please write “Photo Submission” in the subject line.

World-eminent surgeons caring for you, their neighbors

Brendon M. Stiles, MD

Chief & Professor, Thoracic Surgery & Surgical Oncology and Associate Director, Surgical Services, Montefiore Einstein

World-renowned lung surgeon Brendon M. Stiles, MD, specializes in minimally invasive techniques for lung and esophageal cancer and unusual thoracic cancers. With a patient-first approach, he personalizes surgical therapy for each patient and leads a multidisciplinary care team with access to state-of-the-art clinical trials.

Dr. Stiles completed his surgical residency at the University of Virginia Health System. After a surgical research fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, he completed his

cardiothoracic surgery residency at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

His many roles in the lung cancer community include Vice Chair and former Chair of the Board of Directors for the Lung Cancer Research Foundation, and Co-Chair of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery Foundation Advisory Council. Dr. Stiles is a recipient of an ASPIRE Award from the Mark Foundation for Cancer Research.