Cover Story
Scott Pelley Makes the Case for Gallantry
After nearly four decades at CBS News, the longtime Darien resident on truth, justice, the future of journalism, and the acts of kindness that still give him hope.
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Homes
Thistlewood, Renewed & Refreshed
Tucked into the woods of Waccabuc, a twenty-year-old mountain lodge gets a new chapter from Herald Gardell Ltd., with treasured antiques, rich textures and a touch of whimsy.
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From the President
A Message of Hope
The holidays are the time of year when we think especially about gratitude, and so many of us in this community have so much to be grateful for. So every year, our Holiday Issue is also our philanthropy issue.
“What gives me hope is that I believe the vast majority of people have empathy for their fellow man and have kindness in their hearts.”Scott Pelley
Casey KaplanRead the Letter
Shopping
The Holiday Gift Guide
For her, for him, and for anyone on your list, from the shops we love closest to home.
Laurent RanchCustom Leather & Fur Fringe Jacket
Ciel Eau Day Spa, New CanaanFrench Skincare & Spa ExperiencesSkincare from $110 | Gift certificates any amount
Vock & VintageDonna Vock Garnet Ring$10,000
AcuarelaIpanema Bag by Nannacay$1,450
Wave14K Gold Chain & Emerald Diamond Fish CharmChain $3,250 | Fish charm $7,400
The Northway EditSkincare EditThe Edit $500 | Membership $900
M&R JewelryI Heart You Collection
Lady & LarsenThe Margaux — Red Emerald Cut Stone Ring$2,275
Catherine H, KatonahThe Hanap Knitted Coat$2,565
Vock & VintageCartier Hoop Earrings$25,000
Sugar Hi BakeryHoliday SweetsStarting at $55
RivayBowen Cashmere Sweater & Townes Suede JacketSweater $898 | Jacket $2,450
Ridgefield Vintage & CoffeeRugby Shirt & Carpenter’s ToteRugby $145 | Tote $120
Amateur, New CanaanNorda 002 Trail Running Shoes$295
New Canaan MusicDouble Neck Guitar & Martin D-41 GuitarDouble neck $8,199 | D-41 $5,499
Design SolutionsBotanical Wildflower Placemat$75 each
The Little PluckyIn-Home Art Consultation$250
FolkwaysNatalie’s SelectsPalm bottle bag $34 | Ceramic chessboard $275 | Teroldego 2021 $74
The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum Gift ShopLe Puzz Jigsaw Puzzle$48
Set the Night on FirePremium Equestrian American Mahjong SetTiles $450 | Mat $90 | Extension tiles $75–$150
La Maison FêteThe Racked Tote & The SidekickTote $348 | Sidekick $128
The Angel Wing, New CanaanFine Fragrance Incense, Crystal Holder & Geode CandlesIncense $28.95 | Holder $44.95 | Candles $59.95–$74.95
GivingCommunity Fostered and the Gift of GivingMore than 800 volunteers, led by two Ridgefield moms, bring holiday magic to Connecticut’s foster children.
The InterviewLife After 60 Minutes, and Why Darien Will Always Be HomeScott Pelley on the interviews that mattered most and what he is building next.
FilmAngela Sullivan’s DebutTwenty-three years in publicity at Sony Pictures, then a first feature of her own.
Calendar
Worth Going To
Galas, benefits and the big nights we’re looking forward to.
Tue, Nov 3 · Atelier ModernArmonk Outdoor Art Show x Atelier Modern
Tue, Nov 3 · Katonah Museum of ArtSchool’s Out / Art’s In
Wed, Nov 4 · The Ridgefield PlayhouseMike Super: Magic & Illusion
Wed, Nov 4 · A.C.T. of CTBeautiful: The Carole King Musical
Wed, Nov 4 · Bedford PlayhouseJoe: Documentary Screening
Thu, Nov 5 · Downtown RidgefieldRidgefield Sip ’n’ Shop