Thanksgiving Feasts 2 Go from Walter Stewart’s

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Avoid the stress of holiday planning, let your friends at Stewart’s do the heavy lifting! Whether you’re looking to fill in with a few crowd-pleasing sides (Smashed Cauliflower & Turnips or Maple-glazed Sweet Potatoes) or you want us to prepare your whole feast from Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce to Classic Pumpkin Pie, we’re ready to simplify your holiday! Place your order from our Holiday Menu and spend your holiday the right way — relaxing! Our fresh prepared Thanksgiving Meals to Go are designed with your busy schedule in mind.

PLACE YOUR ORDER TODAY!

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Celebrating 112 Years!

Walter Stewart’s, New Canaan’s fourth-generation family-owned market, celebrates our 112th anniversary with great specials (Rao’s, Organic Bananas, Talenti Gelato), FREE Reusable Bag Friday, drawings for $112 Gift Cards (we will be giving away 5!) special sale, great food and wine tastings, double your T-Bill Rewards shopping days (October 28th – 30th) as well as a special “T-Bill” Donation Days fundraiser to support participating New Canaan organizations, Monday October 21st – 25th.
A look at Walter Stewart’s through the years:

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Main Street, early 1910’s

 
An early, icy Walter Stewart's delivery
An early, icy Walter Stewart’s delivery

Walter Stewart and Walter A. Stewart Sr., 1940's
Walter Stewart and Walter A. Stewart Sr., 1940’s

Main Street, 1940's
Main Street, 1940’s

229 Elm Street, 1956, from left Walter A. Stewart Sr., Walter A. Stewart Jr., Walter Stewart, and architect Victor Christ-Janer
229 Elm Street, 1956, from left Walter A. Stewart Sr., Walter A. Stewart Jr., Walter Stewart, and architect Victor Christ-Janer

Walter A. Stewart Sr. at checkout, late 1950's
Walter A. Stewart Sr. at checkout, late 1950’s

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Robert Bailey Stewart with high school students, 1976

Robert Bailey Stewart with our trademark Ford Model T, 1981
Robert Bailey Stewart with our trademark Ford Model T, 1981

Alex Stewart driving the Model T in the 2007 Memorial Day Parade with Peter Lewis riding shotgun.
Alex Stewart driving the Model T in the 2007 Memorial Day Parade with Peter Lewis riding shotgun.

 

T-Bill Drive Results for AmeriCares Dorian Relief Effort

Walter Stewart’s Customers Donate ‘T-Bill’ Rewards to AmeriCares

Thanks to the support of our loyal customers, we are donating $1444 to Americares!

Walter Stewart’s Market patrons have raised $1444.00 toward Americares relief efforts for victims of Hurricane Dorian.
A message from Americares:
“Americares emergency medical team continues to meet urgent health needs in the Bahamas, providing primary care, medicines and emergency supplies to Abaco and Grand Bahama evacuees. In less than a week, Americares has provided 150 medical consultations, primarily treating patients for non-communicable diseases, such as diabetes and hypertension; skin diseases and lesions from time spent in standing water; disaster-related wounds from debris; and muscle aches. Our medical team continues to report high levels of trauma amongst evacuees and has provided mental health support services to dozens of Hurricane Dorian survivors.
In the past week, Americares provided medical services at several shelters including the Old Bahama Academy Shelter and the Fox Hill Community Shelter. Going forward, Americares will be providing medical services at the Kendall Isaacs Gymnasium shelter, which is currently housing 500 people.
There continues to be high need for medical services in the shelters. To date, more than 5,500 people have evacuated from Abaco and Grand Bahama to Nassau with over 1,400 staying in shelters that are operating at more than 75% capacity — And the shelter population continues to rise.
Given the level of devastation on Abaco and Grand Bahama and no publicized plan for transitioning the shelter population, it is unclear how long people will remain in shelters.
Last week, Americares response team also conducted damage assessments on Abaco in anticipation of evolving response needs. Of the 21 health facilities on Abaco and Grand Bahama, only 9 are listed as operational. The ER Team will continue to coordinate closely with the Ministry of Health, PAHO and other partners to ensure programming evolves with the needs of these badly-affected facilities.
For now, Americares response strategy is focused on the delivery of primary health care services and expanded mental health and psychosocial support to shelter populations as well as the distribution of medicines and relief supplies. However, looking ahead, we expect to also focus on the restoration of health services and long-term health system strengthening in areas hit hard by Hurricane Dorian.”
Walter Stewart’s customers who participate in the T-Bill Rewards program—a card may be obtained from the store’s customer service staff or online here—had an option to donate their balances to the fundraising effort.
Under the rewards program, Stewart’s customers accrue points with each purchase they make and can use their balances toward free items in the store or for services, and they can also donate T-Bills back during drives such as this one.

The 34th Annual Lobsterfest

An annual New Canaan Tradition …. it’s early fall ….. and must be time for LOBSTER!
Join friends and neighbors in supporting the Rotary Club of New Canaan’s largest annual fundraiser.
Held on the grounds of the New Canaan Historical Society. Tickets are $40 in advance ($50 day of or at the door) and include: a 1 1/4 lb fresh steamed Maine lobster or Rotisserie Chicken (half), locally grown corn-on-the-cob, coleslaw, drawn butter, soft drink, fruit or homemade baked goods. Kids Hot Dog meals are available for purchase at the door. Beer & Wine available for purchase and consumption on site. Dinners available for dine-in or take-out.
Lobsterfest is a GREAT opportunity for businesses to reward their most loyal staff or best clients – everyone LOVES a Lobster dinner! Gather your family and friends and make it a party! There are plenty of tables available!

Dinners served:
Friday, September 20th from 5:00-8:00pm
Saturday, September 21st from 12:00-8:00pm
All proceeds benefit local New Canaan non-profits and International causes through the Rotary Club of New Canaan Foundation. Walter Stewart’s is a proud sponsor of the Lobsterfest! Ann Cheney, store manager of Walter Stewart’s, is the President of The Rotary Club of New Canaan.

If you’ve ever attended our Lobsterfest, you know how good the food is! And if you’ve never been, this is your year! Lobsterfest has become a great New Canaan fall tradition!
Tickets are available at the Customer Service Desk @ Walter Stewart’s Market or click here to purchase online. 

Waveny Family Fourth


The Annual Family Fourth of July Celebration will be held on Wednesday, July 4th at Waveny Park.  The late day activities will include: family picnicking, live music, children’s games area, food court, and a spectacular fireworks display.  A complete program of the day’s activities will be published in the New Canaan Advertiser.  Event passes are necessary to enter the park both by car or walking and may be purchased at Walter Stewart’s Market, the Recreation Department Office, Town Hall, and by New Canaan residents online at www.newcanaan.info  The Family Fourth of July Celebration is made possible entirely through contributions from New Canaan residents, the business community, and local civic organizations.

Step into Summer & Ice Cream Social @ NC Historical Society

Walter Stewart’s is a proud sponsor of the New Canaan Historical Society’s Step into Summer. Come join the fun, rain or shine, at the 30th Annual Ice Cream Social held under the big tent on the grounds of the New Canaan Museum & Historical Society, Sunday, June 2nd from 1:00-4:00 pm.
Stop by for a variety of refreshing ice cream flavors donated by Baskin-Robbins. Members of the Exchange Club will be on hand to do the scooping. The New Canaan and Canaan Parish Chapters of the National Charity League will provide the delicious homemade cakes and help with serving. The Town Band will play and there will be old-fashioned games, and a vintage car show. There will be spinning and weaving demonstrations in the Hanford-Silliman House, along with an authentic 18th century tavern. The Cody Drug Store—the original pharmacy—is open for viewing at the Historical Society Townhouse with legendary docent George Cody. The Tool Museum has a wide array of tools along with an old printing press. And the Rock School lets you step back in time to the days of the one room schoolhouse.
Off campus, the Little Red Schoolhouse on Carter Street will open its door from 1:00-3:00 pm. Graduates Ruth Ann Kelley and Stephen Gravereaux will share memories of the one-room, five-grade school which closed in 1957. The building was restored by the Society in 2003.
The cost is $10 for adults, and $5 for children. Join the Historical Society at the Ice Cream Social and admission is free!
Sponsors this year include our Step into Summer major sponsors: Berkshire Hathaway Home Services New England Properties/Tom & Emily Nissley, Karl Chevrolet, Walter Stewart’s Market, O’Herron Family Foundation/C. Alec & Sarah O’H.Casey, Amy & Fabio Freyre, Tom & Cynthia Monahan, Hilary & Doug Ormond and Joanna & Bob Williams.
Supporting sponsors include: Bankwell, She La La, Keith Simpson Landscape Architect, Toddlertime Nursery School, Barb & Jon Achenbaum, Doug & Diane Dooley, Wesley & Jeanne Fredricks, Gretchen & Keith Gertsen, Andrew Crabb-Gillick & Sean Gillick, Claire & Alex Foster, Matthew & Mariko LeBaron, Laura & Edward Pla, Christine & Brock Saxe, Ashley & Chris Shackelton, Peter & Kathy Skaperdas, Jay & Linda Twombley, and Whitney & Nick Williams.
https://nchistory.org/30th-annual-ice-cream-social/

New Canaan Food Revolution – Saturday May 18th

The New Canaan Food Revolution, inspired by Jamie Oliver returns for a FIFTH year on Saturday, May 18th between 9.30am – 11:30am.
The Bravery Passport and Food Trail was created by local resident Rachel Lampen to encourage children of all ages to sample small bites that they would never normally try. Food they haven’t heard of, food that looks or smells different or food that just sounds weird. In previous years, parents have been amazed to see their children’s food barriers broken down as they try everything from Kale Smoothies to Snails! Nowadays children AND adults are encouraged to participate – as long as you are wearing a special wristband. You earn a stamp for everything you taste and if you complete your passport then you get entered into a prize draw.
This year registration and vendors will be located in front of New Canaan Town Hall with FREE parking at the back! Proceeds from ticket sales will go to New Canaan CARES.
This event has become a Fairfield family favorite. With between 12-18 delicious food stops on the trail it’s a great way to discover New Canaan. There will be entertainment by award-winning local band Mind The Gap.
Topic of focus includes: avoiding food waste and recycling. Sponsors include Walter Stewart’s Market, Treasure Hunt Tours and Serendipity Magazine.
Ticket price includes food samples, a Bravery Certificate and upon completion entry into a prize draw www.eventbrite.com/e/new-canaan-food-revolution-tickets-55546073802
For further information on participating, sponsorship or images please contact  rachel@lampen.co.uk

New to WSM: Brodo Bone Broths

New to WSM: Brodo Bone Broths by James Beard Award-winning NYC chef Marco Canora. In addition to being delicious, their bone broths are nutritional powerhouses. They are high in collagen protein, gelatin, and essential amino acids – all in a form our body easily understands and absorbs. No concentrates. No preservatives. No shortcuts. Available in our frozen foods section: Hearth Blend, Seaweed Mushroom, 100% Grass Fed Beef, Organic Chicken.

New to WSM: Clean Cause Yerba Mate

When it comes to an energizing ingredient without the jitters, nothing comes close to yerba mate, a tea-like concoction made from the South American Ilex paraguariensis tree. This certified organic, natural sparkling energy drink packs 24 Vitamins & Minerals, 15 Amino Acids with only 30 calories per serving. Available in Peach, Blackberry, and Raspberry flavors in our center store beverage case.
The cause: 50% of Clean Cause’s profits fund their giveback initiative coined “CLEAN Kickstarts.” They’re 30-day sober living scholarships in high-accountability homes intended to give individuals fresh out of rehab the opportunity to focus on finding a job and establishing a recovery support system, this bridge between rehab and reintegration into everyday life is critical.