Local community and real estate information for Cheshire CT by your Cheshire Real Estate Experts, Sally Bowman Real Estate

 Yesterday was the first official day of school in Cheshire CT. I absolutely loved watching all of the kids board the yellow chariot yesterday morning for their first day back. Even better than the kids faces, were the expressions on mom and dad's face. They all wore huge grins that were probably part pride and part relief that school was back in session.

Some children probably spent their summer playing video games day in and day out, others may have been more active, involved in Cheshire sports. Whatever the case may be, most probably enjoyed every minute of their summer. The best thing about being a kid is being carefree and not having the daily stresses that we face as adults.

Teddy Kaplita is a 14 year old Cheshire Youth Baseball player and Cheshire High School freshman. At a time when his peers' biggest worry was becoming a high school freshman, Kaplita had to face undergoing an emergency heart transplant.

Fortunately, the surgery, performed over the summer, was a success and he is doing well in recovery. What was not quite as easy to recover were the costs of the surgery.

Cheshire Youth Baseball League thought - What better way to help contribute to the expenses from his hospitalization than to hold a Wiffle Ball Tournament?!

Each team can have four or five players of all ages. Which means Sally Bowman Real Estate is most definitely IN and ready to play!! The tournament will be this Saturday, September 4th at Bartlem Recreation Area (On Route 10 across from Cheshire High School).

Even if you can't play, you can donate in other ways. Just buying a hot dog helps, as all proceeds from concessions will go towards the family. Or you can simply make a small donation directly to the people that will be collecting on the field during the game. Every little bit helps. There's nothing better than seeing Cheshire come together to help out one of its own. I wouldn't expect anything less from this town.

Sally Bowman
Sally Bowman Real Estate
Your Cheshire Real Estate Expert

One of the best things about living in Cheshire Connecticut and working with Cheshire Real Estate is being able to show newcomers the beauty of living in a small, close-knit town. Cheshire is the kind of town that has long-running local businesses that can't be found anywhere but Cheshire.

A perfect summer day in Cheshire would most definitely involve a walk to Sweet Claude's Ice Cream Parlor, a 23 year-old, family owned and operated Cheshire business serving the area's best homemade ice cream. Everything here is homemade - from the frozen yogurt and ice cream to the dairy-free tofutti and old-family-recipe hot fudge. Grab a big scoop of the popular toasted almond ice cream or Mississippi Mud and sit back on the big porch of this house-like parlor.
Address: 828 South Main Street (Route 10) in Cheshire, CT.

Sweet Claude's is not the only homemade ice cream in town. Big Dipper Ice Cream Factory, located in Prospect, Connecticut, is a favorite hot spot of locals, from little-leaguers to long-time residents. A popular stopping point off of Route 69, Big Dipper was actually once rated the best ice cream parlor in Connecticut by Connecticut Magazine. You will never feel cheated because you are charged by the weight of your ice cream - so you get exactly what you pay for. The staff is known to be extremely friendly and are often long-time staff members that have come back year after year to work for this neighborhood hot spot. Like Sweet Claude's, the Big Dipper is also known for their toasted almond flavor. It might serve you well to do a true taste test, try them both and decide for yourself. 
Address: 91 Waterbury Rd, Prospect, CT 06712.

Cheshire loves their ice cream because these two parlors are not the only ones in town. Cheshire is also home to these sweet delights:

Dairy Queen
1062 South Main Street
Cheshire, CT 06410-3444

Scooples
839 W Main St
Cheshire, CT 06410

Rose Dairy
908 S Main St
Cheshire, CT 06410
Scooples
839 W Main St
Cheshire, CT 06410

Christies (also known for their homemade fried dough!)
96 Elm Street
Cheshire, CT 06410

Cheshire CT is truly a local-ice-cream-parlor type of town. The people are friendly, the ice cream is often concocted from secret family recipes, and you're bound to find eats and shops that you can't find anywhere else. If you are interested in looking at Cheshire Real Estate, I would love to help you out. I am a long time Cheshire resident and can't imagine not growing up in a town without local businesses and familiar faces.

Sally Bowman
Sally Bowman Real Estate
Your Cheshire Real Estate Expert

It’s hard to believe that summer is nearing a close in Cheshire, however there’s still time to squeeze in a few last minute day trips!  Living in Cheshire means having the best of a quaint, small town lifestyle while still being around three hours drive from Boston and New York City.  If, however, you are searching for some last minute things to do around the Cheshire area, why not try a few local museums?  Whether you’re currently a resident or are looking for a home in Cheshire; you’ll enjoy these unique local attractions. 

Barker Character, Comic and Cartoon Museum
1188 Highland Ave, Cheshire
www.barkermuseum.com
The kids will love this one!  Located right in Cheshire, this museum features one of the country's largest collections of character toys & artifacts, spanning fifteen decades of American history. No matter how old or young you are, you will recognize something from your life!

Timexpo: The Timex Museum
175 Union Street, Waterbury CT
www.timeexpo.com

The Timex Museum tells the story of Timex and its heritage dating back to 1854. See the collection of magnificent timepieces and time-related innovations where integrity and passion for cutting-edge technology have always remained at the forefront. Walk through the Time Tunnel, which leads to ancient mysteries, studies on cultural origins, hands-on activities and much more.

Mattuck Museum Arts and History Center
144 West Main Street, Waterbury CT
www.mattuckmuseum.org 
This arts and history center  is known for engaging its community in an understanding of the past and providing vision and leadership for the future through its exhibits and collections of national significance that interpret the history of the region and the art of Connecticut. Enjoy browsing art galleries, a button museum and other exciting exhibits!

The New England Carousel Museum
95 Riverside Avenue, Rt. 72 Bristol CT
www.thecarouselmuseum.org
The Museum is proud to house one of the largest collections of antique carousel pieces in the country. You can explore the "Golden Age of the Carousel" on your own, or with our tour guides, who will share with you the colorful history and evolution of the hand-carved animals that have found their place in America's rich folk art history.

As you can see there are a variety of options for a great museum experience near Cheshire!  If you’re just visiting Cheshire for the first time or have been in the area for years;  be sure to stop by one of these local attractions.  Looking to move to the area or are just looking for that ideal property amongst the homes in Cheshire?  Let me know!  I’d be happy to help you in your search!

Sally Bowman
Sally Bowman Real Estate
Your Cheshire Real Estate Expert

Primary Day is Tuesday, August 10th

Don't forget how important it is to speak your voice and vote on Primary Day! You do have a say towards what names appear on the ballot in November.

You can still register by TODAY, August 9th.

Sally Bowman
Sally Bowman Real Estate
Your Cheshire Real Estate Expert