Wilton Magazine discovered the many different ways that Wiltonians celebrate Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and the coming of the new year.

On wintry Tuesday evenings when most Wilton moms are settling down to a book or TV show after tucking their kids in bed, Jeffy Emerson and Janice Mathis are making a 40-minute trek on winding back roads to put on ten pounds of gear and take to the ice. They join their Stamford Storm teammates—sixteen other women who come from all over Fairfield County—at the Harvey Rink in Katonah for an exhausting 90-minute practice.

Adrienne Reedy’s house was bustling with the energy of her three children home during summer vacation; her retired husband, Steve, milling about; their friendly dog meandering into rooms; and a former neighbor from Philadelphia who had arrived on their doorstep to say hello. There was a lively buzz in this Wilton household that would soon spread beyond the town’s borders. Spearheaded by Adrienne, the Reedys have a purpose to help others throughout the world...

Of the few Wilton antique homes still standing, not many have as rich a history as the original Olmstead house, built by one of the towns founding families. Still occupied by Olmstead descendants, it now is set off by inviting professional gardens and landscaping.

The Toy Tag Sale for the Hurricane Katrina Victims will be held at the Wilton Congregational Church, 70 Ridgefield Road in Wilton, on Saturday November 12th, 2005 from 10am – 4pm.

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So many questions, so little room! Author Linda Kavanagh presents your entertaining concerns to some expert party givers and they So many questions, so little room! Author Linda Kavanagh presents your entertaining concerns to some expert party givers and they came up with some fabulous tips and suggestions for both the host and the guest.