In the First Selectman’s Newsletter on Saturday, Jon Zagrodzky pointed out what makes this time of year uniquely enjoyable, while it lasts, and some things that are worth remembering. Here’s the full text:
As October unfolds and Darien takes on the reds, oranges, and golds of early autumn, I’m reminded of how fortunate we are to live where nature — and community — are so intertwined. Each falling leaf seems to carry not just the sign of seasonal change, but an invitation: to pause, to reflect, and to appreciate the richness of this place we call home. Here in Connecticut the foliage season typically begins in late September and extends through early November. According to the state Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP), peak color in inland areas often occurs in mid-October, with coastal parts coming a little later.
