Allison Stockel, Executive Director of The Ridgefield Playhouse is an expert on all things cultural in Ridgefield. Here are her top picks.
Cultural venue:
The Ridgefield Playhouse (of course!). I love that we have all aspects of the performing arts-, music, Broadway/cabaret, comedy, children’s theater, acrobats & circus shows, speakers, dance, film-its one place that is the cultural hub of town
Romantic dinner:
Bernard’s
Place to run:
The Ridgefield Rail Trail behind the Theater Barn and the Ridgefield Guild of Artists.
Nonprofit organization:
All of them. We have so many great non profits in this town, including of course The Ridgefield Playhouse, that do so many great things for the town- not only the arts, but everything from Meals on Wheels to Ridgefield A Better Chance to Lounsbury House and more.
Community event:
The Nutmeg Festival that St. Stephens does each summer as well as the Rotary Club’s Taste of Ridgefield every January.
Boutique:
So many! Everywhere on Main Street, Audrey Road, and Turkey Ridge. That’s only a few-there are so many great boutique stores!
Spa day:
Adam Broderick
Breakfast:
Sucre Sale-I love their breakfast crepes!
Cafe:
Luc’s Cafe and Restaurant. Its like being in Paris!
Park:
Ballard Park for people and the Bark Park for my dog!
