🌱 Patch AM: What’s at stake in Wilton’s 280‑unit senior housing showdown?

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In today's newsletter:

• What's at stake in Wilton's 280‑unit senior housing showdown?
• How Wilton's Warriors fared against unbeaten Southington under the lights

Also on today's calendar: The Bard At Bristow - An Immersive Stroll and 13 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Sunday: Cooler; a p.m. shower or two, with a high of 63 and low of 53 degrees.
• Monday: Sunshine; breezy, pleasant, temps: high: 71, low: 42.
• Tuesday: Sunshine, with a high of 63 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Wilton weighs a 280-unit senior living plan amid fierce debate (ctpost.com) — Wilton officials are weighing a 280‑unit senior living complex on Belden Hill Road that has sharply divided residents over zoning changes, neighborhood impact, and conservation goals. With hundreds engaging through comments, petitions, and a lawsuit, the Planning and Zoning Commission will continue its public hearing Oct. 13 as it decides whether to amend Wilton's regulations and approve the project's special permit and site plan.
   

• High school football roundup: Lyman Hall, New Canaan light up scoreboard in wins (newsbreak.com) — Wilton High's football team fell 34–14 to undefeated Southington, dropping the Warriors to a 2–2 record despite a rushing touchdown from Colton Smith. The statewide roundup also spotlights big wins by Lyman Hall and New Canaan as Connecticut teams hit midseason form, offering context on how Wilton stacks up against top competition.
   

📸 Around Wilton

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Wilton

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★ Featured events ★

Sunday October 4
• The Bard At Bristow - An Immersive Stroll →
  Bristow Bird Sanctuary, entry via Mead Park: 241 Park St, New Canaan, CT, 06840,
  11:00 am
• First Folk Sunday →
  Saugatuck Rowing and Fitness Club, 521 Riverside Ave, Westport
  12:00 pm
Tuesday October 6
• UN's Path Forward in a world in Crisis →
  The Westport Library, 20 Jesup Rd, Westport
  7:00 pm
Wednesday October 7
• Complimentary Presentation - Preparing for Taxes in Retirement →
  Online Event,
  12:30 pm
Thursday October 8
• Seven Acres Montessori Virtual Prospective Parent Event →
  Via Zoom, 34 Whipple Road, Wilton, CT,
  10:00 am
• Your Final Application Review Starts Here →
  Online Webinar,
  7:00 pm
Saturday October 10
• Opening Night: A Celebration of Broadway at FCC Darien →
  14 Brookside Rd, Darien
  5:00 pm
Saturday October 24
• Campaigning Class For Next Wave of Women in Politics →
  Westport, Conn. location provided upon registration,
  10:00 am

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Other local events

Sunday October 4
• All School Open House →
  New Canaan Country School, 635 Frogtown Rd, New Canaan
  11:00 am
• Second Hour Series Kickoff →
  Wilton Congregational Church, 70 Ridgefield Rd, Wilton
  11:00 am
• 26th Annual Ambler Farm Day →
  Ambler Farm, 257 Hurlbutt St, Wilton
  12:00 pm
• Family Carnival →
  St. Francis of Assisi Preschool, 35 Norfield Rd, Weston
  12:00 pm
• Open House - PreK-12 →
  King School, 1450 Newfield Ave, Stamford
  1:00 pm
• Walk The Extra Mile With Rach's Hope! →
  Compo Beach, Westport
  3:00 pm
Wednesday October 7
• Shop & Give →
  J. Mclaughlin, 116 Elm St, New Canaan
  11:00 am
Saturday October 10
• Ian McKeever: Going Forth, Painted Panels & Other Works →
  Heather Gaudio Fine Art, 382 Greenwich Ave, Greenwich
  4:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

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• 39th Annual Autumn Arts & Fine Crafts Show at Historic Merwinsville Hotel —Lori Meehan Read on Patch

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  My daughter decided to smash my tv and now it's no longer working. Any recommendations for a cheap repair guy? Hoping I don't just have to buy a new… (Nextdoor Wilton)

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🗞 Nearby News

Weston

• Recap: The Selects (westontoday.news)
• The Hidden Legacy of an American Heiress, Uncovered in Upcoming Book (booktrib.com)
• Friday Flashback #522 (06880danwoog.com)

New Canaan

• Democrats Rally for Local Candidates, Early Voting at Annual New Canaan Barbecue (newcanaansentinel.com)
• [UPDATED] Waveny Playground Event Highlights Inclusive Play (newcanaansentinel.com)

Ok Wilton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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