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Hi Stamford! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See how Stamford's new Cohen Family Building expands help for neighbors
  • What did Stamford's Board of Representatives approve on September 30?
  • See how a crumbling Stamford garage became a magical barnhouse wing.

Also on today's calendar: The Bard At Bristow - An Immersive Stroll and 29 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Cooler; a little p.m. rain, with a high of 63 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Monday: Breezy at times with sunshine, temps: high: 70, low: 46.
  • Tuesday: Sunshine, with a high of 64 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. New Cohen Family Building gives Catholic Charities a larger home for serving Stamford's hungry and homeless (bridgeportdiocese.org) — Stamford's New Covenant Center has moved into the newly renovated Cohen Family Building on Shippan Avenue, expanding its capacity to feed residents and connect them with vital services. The center now combines its soup kitchen, large food pantry, case management, job training, and senior nutrition programs under one roof, while partnering with local nonprofits to offer medical care, legal help, and behavioral health support.
   

2. Stamford, CT Board of Representatives — September 30, 2026 (meetingwatch.org) — Stamford residents can review what their Board of Representatives decided at the September 30, 2026 meeting, including a conditional site plan approval with revised landscaping. The MeetingWatch tool links you to the exact video moment, minutes, and reports so you can verify details and explore any other agenda items that affect your neighborhood or interests.
   

3. How Two Friends Turned a Connecticut Garage Into a Barnhouse Full of Magic (elledecor.com) — A 300-year-old farmhouse in Stamford has gained a striking new barn-style wing, after restaurateur Rose Bonura and designer Ryan Lawson transformed a crumbling garage into a light-filled, post-and-beam retreat. The project blends vintage Venetian sconces, stained glass, and eclectic antiques, creating a home that feels like a lived-in museum with plenty of local character.
   

4. Inside Week 4 of CIAC football: Unbeatens, an A+ grade and a turnabout (ctpost.com) — Stamford High's football team is off to a surprising 3-1 start in Class LL after going 1-9 last season, currently sitting fourth in the standings. The broader CIAC Week 4 roundup highlights key unbeaten programs, playoff positioning, and several marquee matchups coming up across Connecticut.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I Heart Stamford —Paul Gerardi Read on Patch
  • St. Vincent's Medical Center Blood Drive on Monday —Hartford HealthCare Read on Patch
  • 39th Annual Autumn Arts & Fine Crafts Show at Historic Merwinsville Hotel —Lori Meehan Read on Patch
  • 2 rare Sumatran Tiger cubs (female) born July 1st at Fort Worth (TX) Zoo ::
    Only 650 of this subspecies exist in the wild. (Nextdoor Westover)
  • Just saw this beautiful cat.
    I've never seen him before but he's was taking in the sun at 934 East Main Street, Stamford (Nextdoor Shippan Point)
  • Panera posted a job opening for Catering Lead in Stamford. Apply here.
  • Domino's Pizza posted a job opening for Customer Service Rep(04062) - 1980 W Main St in Stamford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Stamford here.

Ok Stamford! 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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