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Weston Connecticut
Immediately north of Westport
lies Weston with its wooded ridges and valleys, and its
centuries-old stone fences that are reminiscent of the
rustic environment from which the Town developed. Two acre
zoning has enabled Weston to maintain its country charm and
rural atmosphere. Careful town planning a generation ago
secured approximately one-third of Weston's 20 square miles
for nature conservancies and restricted wetlands. The Town
Center accommodates essential services such as grocery and
hardware stores, a pharmacy, bank, dry cleaner, restaurant
and gasoline.
Commuting: From Weston Center, it
is a short drive to the Westport or Wilton railway stations
for Weston commuters, and the same convenient train
schedules apply. Also, Weston is minutes away from the
Merritt Parkway and the Connecticut Turnpike for those who
commute by automobile to businesses in nearby towns.
Education: The excellent school
system is comprised of Hurlbutt Elementary School, Weston
Middle School and Weston High School, all three centrally
located on a 120 acre education campus. Numerous athletic
fields accommodate outdoor sports that include football,
soccer, baseball, softball and lacrosse, both intramural and
interscholastic. Weston High School's 750 seat auditorium is
used for town-wide meetings as well as school activities and
performances.
Recreational Facilities: In
Weston, families enjoy the beautiful natural resources of
ponds, streams and woodlands in areas such as Devil's Den
and Bisceglie Park. The Town also provides tennis and
swimming facilities. Joggers and bikers frequently are seen
enjoying the country atmosphere and scenic roadways. Private
golf, swimming and tennis clubs are available, and Weston
residents also have access to the many recreational
facilities, including the beaches, in nearby Westport.
Cultural Opportunities: Most of
Westport's cultural organizations are open to Weston
residents, including the Westport/Weston Community Theater,
the Westport Arts Center, the Westport Country Playhouse,
Levitt Pavilion, and the Nature Center for Environmental
Activities. Among the activities offered by Weston's Public
Library are free story-telling hours for children and
monthly art exhibits.
Town Government: Weston's
population has remained small enough to continue its
historically New England Board of Selectmen/Town Meeting
form of government. It is one of the few towns remaining in
which each individual voter has the opportunity to
participate actively in the Town's legislative process. |
