77 Pine St, New Canaan, CT 06840
For 16 years, Douglas Zumbach worked as a vice president of human resources before he decided to switch careers and sell…More coffee. Born in Westchester, he chose New Canaan for his shop because, "it's an upscale community, a nice community with good, friendly people." Zumbach roasts 260 pounds of coffee beans daily. "We're part of the neighborhood," he said. "I live in New Canaan. We're not a major corporation, we're proud to be part of the community."
111 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840
St. Mark's Episcopal Church is a busy place. In addition to holding four worship services each week and regular…More religious study for adults and children, the church hosts many community and civic groups and activities.</p> <p>The Senior Men's Club holds its weekly meetings in Morrill Hall. Along with the First Presbyterian Church, St. Mark's co-sponsors New Canaan CaTS, a career transition support group. Each summer, the church is home base for Camp Hand-in-Hand. In 2009, parishioners started a vegetable garden which helps supply the New Canaan Food Bank, also based at the church.</p> <p>St. Mark's carillon rings once a month on Sunday mornings, on major holidays, and as the opening act for courtyard concerts. Carilloners come from far and wide to play it.</p> <p>For 60 years the great lawn at St. Mark's has been transformed one Saturday in May for the annual May Fair and Strawberry Festival. The event draws thousands from around the area. All the proceeds are donated to charity.</p>