Needle | Cuda: Divorce and Family Law

Needle | Cuda: Divorce and Family Law focuses on matters involving high-net-worth divorce, contested custody, and complex property division. We serve clients in Greenwich, Darien, Fairfield, New Canaan, Ridgefield, Southport, Westport, and Wilton (CT) and the surrounding communities. Our practice areas include: divorce, alimony, child custody, child support, restraining orders, same-sex marriage, post judgment modification, relocation, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, enforcement and contempt actions, divorce appeals Attorney Melissa Needle founded the firm in 2010. Melissa is a lifetime Connecticut resident. She was born in New Haven, raised in Fairfield, and now resides in Westport with her family. Attorney Needle is a third-generation attorney with deep family roots in Connecticut. Her father, Attorney Charles Needle, was a founder of the Connecticut firm Zeldes, Needle &amp; Cooper in 1971. Since her admission to the Connecticut Bar in 1990, Melissa has exclusively practiced divorce and family law. The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys named Needle|Cuda: Divorce and Family Law a Connecticut Top 10 Best Firm in Client Satisfaction in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Attorney Needle has been a Super Lawyer Honoree in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Attorney Needle is well-known in Connecticut courts as a forceful, but fair fighter; and attorney with great integrity; and as a worthy adversary who does not shy away from litigation if that path is the best opportunity for her client to reach an equitable solution. Melissa understands that divorce is not just about the dissolution of marriage or stop-gap solutions but helping clients develop and negotiate a comprehensive plan for the rest of their lives. Melissa and the firm pride themselves on providing their clients "Guidance that Moves their Lives Forward.

Fairfield County

Alfred Branch

New York City Metropolitan Area

Westport

Connecticut

Needle | Cuda: Divorce and Family Law focuses on matters involving high-net-worth divorce, contested custody, and complex property division. We...

Putnam Insurance Agency, LLC is a full-service, independent

Putnam Insurance Agency, LLC

Since 1990, the Putnam Insurance Agency, LLC has provided personalized insurance protection to individuals and businesses throughout Fairfield County and beyond. They are currently licensed to serve clients across Connecticut, New York, Florida, Vermont, New Hampshire, South Carolina, and New Jersey. The agency specializes in a wide range of coverage options, including auto, home, life, business, flood, boat, and motorcycle insurance. By representing many of the industry's top-rated carriers, their team shops the market to find competitive pricing and tailored packages that meet each client's specific needs. They also provide convenient digital tools for requesting quotes, managing policy changes, and handling renewals at any time. Customers can expect a professional, friendly experience from a team dedicated to providing reliable protection and peace of mind. With a long-standing reputation for knowledgeable service and verified positive testimonials, Putnam Insurance Agency, LLC remains committed to helping clients save time and money while securing their financial future. Serving Connecticut clients from our Greenwich–Riverside and Westport offices Exceptional service. Local expertise. One standard of excellence. Greenwich / Riverside Office: 1152 E Putnam Ave Riverside, CT 06878 Westport Office: 290 Post Rd W Westport, CT 06880

Richard Kaufman

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Since 1990, the Putnam Insurance Agency, LLC has provided personalized insurance protection to individuals and businesses throughout Fairfield...

The Glass House 49-acre historic site and museum

The Glass House Historic Museum and Cultural Site

The Glass House is a renowned historical museum and architectural modernist landmark located in New Canaan, Connecticut. As a site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the 49-acre site offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the iconic residence and grounds designed by architect Philip Johnson. All tours originate from the Visitor Center and Design Store at 199 Elm Street, serving as the gateway to this significant cultural destination. The site provides a variety of experiences, including guided, self-guided, private, and group tours that showcase the Glass House, Brick House, Painting and Sculpture Galleries, follies, outdoor sculptures, and the surrounding 49-acre landscape. Visitors can choose from diverse options ranging from concise one-hour tours to comprehensive, in-depth explorations of the campus. The museum also features a digital guide through Bloomberg Connects to enhance the educational experience for all guests. Advance reservations are required. The tour season runs April 15th - December 14th, 2026, Open Thursday - Monday, Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Shop the Design Store in New Canaan or online at designstore.theglasshouse.org.

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Bridgeport

The Glass House is a renowned historical museum and architectural modernist landmark located in New Canaan, Connecticut. As a site of the National...

ConnectCommunity is a life-giving, non-denominational church

ConnectCommunity

ConnectCommunity is a life-giving, non-denominational church located in Stamford, Connecticut. The congregation gathers every Sunday at 10:30 AM at Westover Elementary School to foster a welcoming environment for all who attend. For those unable to join in person, the church provides an active online ministry with live-streamed services and a library of recorded messages available for digital access. The church offers a variety of programs designed to support spiritual growth and community engagement, including dedicated ministries for children through ConnectKIDS and youth programs for middle and high school students. Members can also participate in ConnectGROUPS, which provide opportunities to share life experiences and build supportive relationships throughout the year. These services are complemented by specialized events and outreach initiatives aimed at helping individuals discover their unique gifts and talents. At ConnectCommunity, visitors can expect an uplifting atmosphere characterized by encouraging messages and a focus on connecting people to God and their purpose. By prioritizing community connection and personal spiritual development, the church strives to be a positive influence for residents throughout the Stamford area.

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ConnectCommunity is a life-giving, non-denominational church located in Stamford, Connecticut. The congregation gathers every Sunday at 10:30 AM at...

John Frey Maintains Top Producer Status Across Offices

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Veteran broker John Frey has been recognized as a top unit and volume producer for the fourth month this year across the Coldwell Banker Ridgefield and Redding offices, continuing a record of success in the local real estate market. A licensed broker since 1987, Frey is ranked among the top 1.5% of real estate agents nationwide according to RealTrends 2026. He previously served as Chairman of the Connecticut Real Estate Commission and has been honored as Ridgefield Realtor of the Year and Ridgefield Citizen of the Year. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for market expertise, professionalism, and a client-first approach, helping generations of families navigate important real estate decisions. “John’s performance continues to reflect an exceptional level of professionalism, market expertise, and client dedication,” said Joseph Porricelli, Managing Broker for Coldwell Banker Realty Ridgefield-Redding, Newtown, and Southbury. “His consistent results and long-standing reputation in the community set a standard for excellence across our offices.” Frey’s commitment to personalized service continues to earn strong client loyalty and referrals throughout the region. Much of his business comes from repeat clients and personal recommendations, reflecting the trust he has built over nearly four decades in the industry. “Working with John to sell my parents’ home was such a blessing,” said Andrea Donigian. “He made the entire process far less stressful than I ever imagined and provided valuable guidance every step of the way. His network of trusted professionals was an incredible resource whenever we needed assistance preparing the home for sale.” With decades of experience and local market knowledge, Frey continues to help buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals throughout the region, generating a steady stream of repeat business and referrals from satisfied clients while remaining one of the area's most recognized real estate professionals.

Rich Kirby

Ridgefield

Veteran broker John Frey has been recognized as a top unit and volume producer for the fourth month this year across the Coldwell Banker Ridgefield...

Fairfield County's trusted building partner

GxG Builders

With 20+ years of construction experience in Fairfield County, GxG Builders will make your residential build achievable and comprehendible. From design, to site development, to interior details, GxG Builders will be your building partner throughout your whole construction journey. We strive to build a better future for our community through honesty, commitment, and expertise. Generation by generation.

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With 20+ years of construction experience in Fairfield County, GxG Builders will make your residential build achievable and comprehendible. From...

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Home Care Companion: Personal Care, light meal, light housekeeping. 

Catherine Richardson, Listing Specialist, William Pitt Sotheby's Realty

Thinking of selling your Stamford home—but not sure where to start? I offer a personalized, one-on-one seller consultation designed to clearly explain the entire process and help you make confident decisions from day one. From strategic pricing and professional marketing to photography, advertising, negotiations, and paperwork, I handle every detail so you don’t have to. Together, we’ll create a smart, results-driven plan tailored to your goals and timeline—so you can achieve the best possible price with the least amount of stress. I’ve proudly served Stamford homeowners for over 25 years. I invite you to read my reviews on Google and Zillow and see what past clients have to say. 📞 Call me today to schedule your personal presentation and take the first step toward a successful sale. Catherine Richardson William Pitt Sotheby's Realty crichardson@wpsir.com 203-249-1512

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California Closets

From walk-in closets and Murphy beds to kitchen pantries, entertainment centers, and home offices, our professional closet designers are experts in the art of home organization. California Closets is distinguished by a legacy of innovation, organizational expertise, quality craftsmanship, and design authority. Our teams of professional design consultants and installers are dedicated to providing an exceptional experience throughout the entire process of creating and installing organizational systems for the whole home. Serving Greenwich, Connecticut and surrounding locations near you. We are excited to share that our Greenwich showroom is now open. This vibrant space merges creativity and innovation, showcasing a carefully curated environment that emphasizes our latest products and offers an immersive experience for our customers.

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Information from Connecticut LotterySTAMFORD, CT — A Stamford resident is now $10,000 richer thanks to some luck and the Connecticut Lottery.According to the CT Lottery, Cristian Oliva won the big prize earlier this week after playing the $100,000 Cashword 11 game. Oliva purchased the winning ticket at 3 Hermanos Grocery, located at 695 Pacific St. in Stamford.

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STAMFORD, CT — A Stamford resident is now $10,000 richer thanks to some luck and the Connecticut Lottery.According to the CT Lottery, Cristian Oliva won the big prize earlier this week after playing the $100,000 Cashword 11 game.

Oliva purchased the winning ticket at 3 Hermanos Grocery, located at 695 Pacific St. in Stamford.

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Online Webinar

Are you considering selling your home this year?&nbsp; Don't know where to start?&nbsp; Have questions about the process?&nbsp; Join me on my free, informative webinar where you will learn:
<ul><li>How to Price&nbsp;Your Home Correctly From Day One</li><li>The Updates and Repairs That Actually Pay Off</li><li>How to Prepare Your Home to Attract More Buyers</li><li>How Much Money Will You Really Walk Away With?</li></ul>
Click here to register for the webinar:&nbsp; <a href="https://stamfordsellers.localhomeclass.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Registration Link</a>
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Catherine Richardson Stamford Listing Specialist crichardson@wpsir.com 203-249-1512

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Stamford Home Sellers Webinar

Are you considering selling your home this year?  Don't know where to start?  Have questions about the process?  Join me on my...

“Plan Now, Rest Easy” is a plain-English guide to wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 12:30 PM
The Over Sixty Club Located at Westchester Health Associates 628 Main Street Stamford, CT 06901
Who decides your medical care and business affairs if you can’t? Who inherits your home and assets? Join Attorney Peter X. Dodge for a clear look at wills, trusts, durable powers of attorney, and healthcare directives—what they do, why you need them, and the mistakes that cost families the most.
This event is free and open to the public. No reservation is required.
Peter is a graduate of Georgetown University and St. John’s University School of Law. He is a member of the Connecticut and New York bars. He has recently settled in Stamford with his wife and focuses his practice on estate planning, probate, and elder law. With over 34 years of legal experience, he brings a steady, seasoned perspective to every client he serves.

Local Event: Plan Now, Rest Easy: Free Estate Planning Seminar

Plan Now, Rest Easy: Free Estate Planning Seminar

“Plan Now, Rest Easy” is a plain-English guide to wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
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Indian Harbor Yacht Club

Women's Mentoring Network to Host “Celebrating Our Mentors” Gala in Greenwich, CT
Join us for our Annual Fundraiser on September 17, 2026 Brings Together Community Supporters for a celebratory evening with Dinner, Networking, and Live Music on the Waterfront. The evening will bring together community members, mentors, clients and donors to celebrate the women we support and to raise funds to sustain our programs.
Guests will enjoy an evening of dinner, networking, and waterfront views, along with exciting raffle prizes. The event will feature live music from Mesha Steele, and heartfelt remarks from mentors and mentees about the growth, connection, and success they've built together.
“Celebrating Our Mentors is more than a fundraiser. It's a celebration of the relationships that change lives.&nbsp; As women continue to struggle in low-paying jobs, demand for these connections continues to rise, and expanding access to mentorship and career support has never been more important. Together, we can ensure more women have the opportunity to build stable careers and brighter futures for themselves and their families.”&nbsp;- Lana Gifas, Executive Director, Women's Mentoring Network
Event Highlights
Dinner
Mentor/Mentee stories
Networking
Raffle
Waterfront views
Live music with Mesha Steele
Event Details
Thursday, September 17, 2026
5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Indian Harbor Yacht Club, Greenwich, CT

Tickets &amp; Sponsorship
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrating-our-mentors-a-fundraiser-to-support-womens-mentoring-network-tickets-1980045554555" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>Tickets are available now on Eventbrite. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrating-our-mentors-a-gala-to-support-womens-mentoring-network-tickets-1998387524882" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">eventbrite.com/e/celebrating-our-mentors-a-gala-to-support-womens-mentoring-network-tickets-1998387524882</a>For information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lana Gifas at lgifas@wmninc.org.

About Women's Mentoring Network, Inc.
Every day, capable and determined women walk through our doors. They are working hard yet they are struggling to get ahead. At Women's Mentoring Network, we see their potential and, through long-term mentoring, skills workshops, and educational support, we empower women with the skills and confidence needed to compete in today’s tough job market. When a woman gets the support she deserves, everything changes for her, her children, and our entire community. To learn more about Women's Mentoring Network, please visit: <a href="https://www.wmninc.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.wmninc.org</a>.

Local Event: "Celebrating Our Mentors," Women's Mentoring Network Annual Fundraiser

"Celebrating Our Mentors," Women's Mentoring...

Women's Mentoring Network to Host “Celebrating Our Mentors” Gala in Greenwich, CT
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"Celebrating Our Mentors," Women's Mentoring Network Annual Fundraiser

Powerhouse Theatre Performing Arts Center

Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Our Town, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, between 1901 and 1913, it follows the daily routines, loves, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We've selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America, and specifically "Our Town" of New Canaan.

Local Event: OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder

OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder

Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Our Town, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the...

Center for Spiritual Development

SPIRIT IN THE GARDEN
An Afternoon of Mystical Connections
Second Annual Fundraiser
Join gifted Psychics, Mediums and Spiritual Healers as they share messages, guidance, healing and inspiration for the heart, mind and soul. 
Sunday, September 20th, 2026, 1:00- 4:00PM
Center for Spiritual Development
293 Sound Beach Ave - Old Greenwich, CT 
Choose one event or immerse yourself in a full afternoon of mystical connections.

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Psychic Fair - Reiki Fundraiser

SPIRIT IN THE GARDEN
An Afternoon of Mystical Connections
Second Annual Fundraiser
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199 Elm Street, New Canaan, CT 06840

Time: 4 pm to 8 pmThe Glass House welcomes architect Elizabeth Diller for an evening of design, conversation, and dining. In conversation with Spencer Bailey, Diller will trace the arc of her practice—from civic landmarks that reshaped New York, including the High Line and The Shed, to the more recent V&amp;A East Storehouse in London, the MIT Metropolitan Warehouse in Cambridge, MA, and Al-Mujadilah Center &amp; Mosque for Women in Doha. The conversation follows a major honor: in 2025, DS+R received the Golden Lion for Best Participation at the Venice Biennale of Architecture for Canal Café.&nbsp;Tickets:&nbsp;<a href="https://theglasshouse.org/whats-on/an-evening-with-liz-diller/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://theglasshouse.org/whats-on/an-evening-with-liz-diller/</a>

Local Event: An Evening with Liz Diller

An Evening with Liz Diller

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New Canaan Country School

Join us for our All School Admission Open House. Experience our program through hands-on activities designed for 3 to 12 year olds. Parents and Guardians will have a chance to meet Head of School Aaron Cooper and divisional leaders, faculty &amp; staff and current parents and students. Take a tour of our campus. Children and walk-ins welcome! Interested in a future year? Come join us as well. New Canaan Country School, a Pre-K through Grade 9 co-ed, independent day school, currently serves 575 students from diverse backgrounds living in 21 different surrounding towns/cities in Connecticut and New York. Our mission is to create an active, joyful learning environment where children are challenged to think deeply, question confidently, and act generously so that they may lead lives of impact and purpose. We believe that childhood is in itself an integral part of life to be lived fully and happily. Our talented and devoted faculty engages our students in developmentally appropriate ways, delivering a challenging curriculum that builds intellectual skills and fosters creative and critical thinking. Founded in 1916, the School has been a preeminent leader in early childhood, elementary and middle school education for more than 100 years. Learn more about the school:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.countryschool.net/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.countryschool.net</a>

Local Event: All School Open House

All School Open House

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King School

<h2>Join us for our Open House on Sunday, October 4&nbsp;from&nbsp;1:00-3:00 p.m.</h2>
Discover the power of a King education firsthand. Learn about our engaging PreK-12 inquiry-based approach to education and immerse yourself in our vibrant campus community.&nbsp;We hope you'll join us!
The schedule and details for the day are below. Students of all ages are welcome.&nbsp;We can't wait to meet your family!&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.kingschoolct.org/admission/visit/open-house" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register Today</a>

Local Event: Open House - PreK-12

Open House - PreK-12

Join us for our Open House on Sunday, October 4 from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Discover the power of a King education firsthand. Learn...

Home Built In 1780 For Sale In Stamford

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St. Francis Church to Hold Bruce Springsteen...

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Stamford Police To Hold Gun Buyback, Gun Safe Giveaway

The Taco Project Opens First CT Location In...

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