Ridgefield Historical Society

The Sept. 15 Ridgefield History Club meeting will focus on a short stretch of Ridgefield that has held more than its share of Ridgefield history.

Olmstead Lane, being proposed as a new town Historic District (an added West Lane district is also up for consideration), was home to many Olmsteads, as well as Smiths and other early Ridgefielders, but it’s also been a place where town officials of the 20th Century made their homes, and where a man who rescued some of the most renowned artists and writers from the Nazis once lived. It’s also where screen actors enjoyed gardening and a pop star found a refuge for a few years.
Jack Sanders, town historian and resident of Olmstead Lane for more that 54 years, will give an illustrated talk about the street he calls home (where the first town historian, Dick Venus, also lived for many years) at the 10 a.m. meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at the Scott House, 4 Sunset Lane.
Ridgefield History Club is an informal gathering where participants are encouraged to take part in the conversation. It’s presented by the Ridgefield Historical Society and is free; reservations are requested online here because space is limited.
Each session is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve these stories for future generations. The program is also streamed live on Facebook and uploaded to our YouTube channel. Everyone is invited, just bring your curiosity and your love of history. Some attend every month, while others join when a topic holds special meaning for them. Longtime Ridgefield residents and newcomers alike are welcome. This free program is a wonderful way to connect with others and discover new insights into our town’s heritage.

Local Event: Ridgefield History Club: The History of Olmstead Lane

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Ridgefield History Club: The History of Olmstead Lane

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Take a walk through the history of southern Main Street with author and town historian Jack Sanders on Saturday, Oct. 10 (rain date Oct. 17), at 10 a.m. The 90-minute walk will begin and end at Jesse Lee United Methodist Church at 207 Main Street (corner of King Lane and Main Street). He is the author of <a href="https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/rhs-shop/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Ambling Along Old Main Street</a>.

Sanders will share stories about the many interesting people who have lived in homes and had businesses on Main Street on a route that will go north as far as St. Stephen’s Church and south as far as the southernmost crosswalk on Main Street. He’ll describe buildings that are no longer standing as well as tell how some have been altered or moved.
The group size is limited to twenty people, age 12 or older. Tickets are limited and nonrefundable, all sales are final. Pricing is $35 or discounted at $30 for active members of the Ridgefield Historical Society.

Local Event: Main Street Walking Tour with Jack Sanders

Main Street Walking Tour with Jack Sanders

Take a walk through the history of southern Main Street with author and town historian Jack Sanders on Saturday, Oct. 10 (rain...

The glamour and excitement of Ridgefield’s famed Stonehenge Inn during the 1950s will be the focus of the Ridgefield History Club on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 10 a.m. at the Ridgefield Historical Society’s Scott House, 4 Sunset Lane. Historical Society board member Keith Russell will lead an illustrated group discussion, “Clarence Korker’s The Golden Age of Stonehenge – The 1950s,” featuring recently digitized photographs of the inn’s celebrated guests, staff and social life, including entertainers Judy Garland and Jackie Cooper.

Clarence “Korky” Korker documented Ridgefield from the mid- to late 20th century through thousands of photographs and negatives. After retiring, he donated his extensive collection to the Ridgefield Historical Society. Russell has been gradually digitizing the images and adding them to the Society’s online archive. The collection ranges from portraits, weddings and community gatherings to streetscapes, commercial buildings and celebrities visiting Stonehenge Inn.
The Ridgefield History Club is an informal community storytelling program of the Ridgefield Historical Society. The group meets for an hour on the third Tuesday of every month to explore a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history through shared conversation.
Each session is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve these stories for future generations. The program is also streamed live on Facebook and uploaded to the Society’s YouTube channel. Everyone is invited—just bring your curiosity and love of history. Some attend every month, while others join when a topic holds special meaning for them. Longtime Ridgefield residents and newcomers alike are welcome. This free program is a wonderful way to connect with others and discover new insights into the town’s heritage.

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Some unique items in this Norwalk, CT home. Furniture, Home Decor, Lamps, Rugs, Sewing machine, Tools, Beach chairs, Outdoor Furniture, Sofa, Red Bucket Chairs, Vintage Pieces, Bedroom Furniture, Crystal, China, Mirrors, Kitchen Items, Artwork, Mirrors and more.
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Plan Your Vote – ACLU Voting Rights Work in CT and Across the Country
Speaker: ACLU CT representative Amber Vlangas 
Monday, September 14, 2026 at the HFFC Monthly Featured-Speaker Program
7:00 PM program. Hybrid meeting (in-person and virtual)

On Monday, September 14, 2026 Humanists and Freethinkers of Fairfield County (HFFC) will feature
the Fairfield Country Rep of the American Civil Liberties Union of Connecticut, Amber Vlangas, who will discuss the ongoing national attack on voting rights and how CT residents can help. &nbsp;She can also discuss other current issues on ACLU CT’s radar, including privacy, immigrant rights and protections for the right to demonstrate. 

Amber Vlangas is a civil liberties activist who has served as the Fairfield County Engagement Officer with the ACLU CT for nearly five years. After serving in the United States Marine Corps and earning her B.A. in Visual and Public Communication, Amber has spent more than 25 years in nonprofit outreach, organizing, and resource development. She currently serves on the steering committees and leadership teams of several national groups and co-hosts the podcast Amplified Voices.

The ACLU of Connecticut defends, promotes, and expands the civil rights and civil liberties of all people in Connecticut through litigation, community organizing and legislative advocacy, and civic education and engagement. Organized in 1948, it is an inclusive, non-partisan, and statewide organization within the nationwide American Civil Liberties Union network. 

This meeting is free and open to all.&nbsp;&nbsp;Join us in Wilton for the presentation and the social gathering beforehand.&nbsp; (We will supply the address after you register.) Gourmet pizza and refreshments will be served from 6:15-7:00 PM.&nbsp;The presentation will start at 7:00. &nbsp;We will also be recording and broadcasting this meeting virtually via Zoom for anyone who is unable to join us in person; check in is at 6:45.&nbsp;
Register at <a href="https://bit.ly/ACLU-CT" style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/ACLU-CT&nbsp;</a>to attend in person or to receive a link to participate online.
The Humanists and Freethinkers of Fairfield County, Connecticut (HFFC), espouses reason and compassion, and seeks to promote humanism and free thought in our community. It holds monthly featured speaker programs, film events, book discussions, solstice celebrations, charitable activities, and science roundtables. Learn more at <a href="https://www.hffcct.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">hffcct.org</a>

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From navigating new freedoms to finding purpose and balance, every phase of retirement offers a fresh opportunity to grow and thrive. During this complimentary session we’ll explore the many different stages of retirement, as well as practical methods you can take to create a retirement that feels truly meaningful and fulfilling.
You must RSVP to receive access credentials for this event or seminar.Presented by: Amanda Willey, CFP®, APMA®, Private Wealth Advisor - R. Miller &amp; Associates, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial LLC
Hosted by: R. Miller &amp; Associates, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial LLCTo reserve a spot: call us at <a href="tel:6176073366">617.607.3366 Ext. 250</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:christina.cobas@ampf.com?subject=Reimagining%20Retirement">christina.cobas@ampf.com</a>

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For more information, please contact Darby or Deb at (203)&nbsp;665-8455.
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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>.

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We need to make room for Holiday Merchandise!&nbsp; Stop by all weekend, starting Friday, September 18th, for our Annual Sidewalk Sale.

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Sidewalk Sale - September 18th-20th

We need to make room for Holiday Merchandise!  Stop by all weekend, starting Friday, September 18th, for our Annual Sidewalk Sale.

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The Jay Heritage Center in Rye, New York will celebrate America at 250 with a toast to Jay Medal honorees Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annette Gordon-Reed, the Carl M. Loeb University Professor at Harvard University and award-winning Lincoln historian Harold Holzer.
The Jay Medal for Service was created in 2012 to recognize individuals who demonstrate a selfless spirit of commitment to and engagement with their community mirroring the multifaceted contributions of John Jay and his descendants. These honorees have demonstrated through their life's work that our shared narratives as a country, complicated as they are, can be better illuminated through the highest caliber of ongoing scholarship and advocacy. Honorees are selected for their excellence in the fields of American history, environmental stewardship, social justice or civic engagement.
Joining the celebration will be Chief Judge of the State of New York and the New York Court of Appeals, Honorable Rowan D. Wilson and historian and philanthropist Elihu Rose who will present the awards at JHC's annual Soirée. Special guests will include David Blight, Frank Cogliano, Joanne Freeman, and Beverly Gage.

The Jay Medal Soirée will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Jay Estate from 5:30-9:30pm. Cocktails, dinner, award ceremony and dancing. Cocktail Attire.
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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>

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<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!
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