Escape to New Haven – Outcasts at West Rock Ridge

May 31, 2016 Uncategorized No comments yet

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Take a moment to think back to 1649; in England, 59 judges had just convened to sentence King Charles I to death. When King Charles II restored the monarchy in England 10 years later, many of those same judges fled. Three of them fled to New England. One hid in New Haven, while the other two hid out in Boston. But when an arrest order was again placed on the two in Boston, the pair fled to New Haven. After a brief stint staying with a local minister, the outlaws fled to a cave in West Rock Ridge. Hiding out there for a month with the help of locals, the pair were eventually forced to leave when a mountain lion threatened their hideout. The pair ultimately escaped with the third judge to Hadley, Massacheusetts, where they spent the remainder of their days. You can still visit this colorful site today in West Rock Ridge State Park, where a plaque commemorates it’s short stint as a hideout. The cave is known today as “Three Judge’s Cave”, or simply “Judge’s Cave”. Whether you need help moving your New Haven hideout, or just need someone to relocate your man cave, call Seamen’s Moving for all of your moving needs.

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Beardsley Hall – The Mustard Seed in Monroe

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Looking to unload some unneeded goods before your move, or find some unique treasures for your new home? Established by the Monroe congregational church as a thrift store in the early 60’s, the building was named the “Mustard Seed Thrift Shop” in 1971. The building is a rustic old hall located directly next to the church. The building, known as “Beardsley Hall”, was actually built in 1887. Bought by the church at an auction 1935, the building also served as a schoolhouse for a large portion of its early history. If you’re donating your belongings in preparation for your next move, give Seamen’s a call!

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Summer Fun – The Danbury City Fair

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Need some good plans as the weather warms up? Why not plan a visit to the Danbury City Fair this year? Held daily from May 19th to June 5th in Danbury Connecticut, the fair is full of great attractions. Courtesy of Powers Great American Midways, you’ll find radical rides, challenging games, amazing entertainment, a Kiddieland for young children, and more! This is the 16th year of this Danbury tradition. In addition, you can also catch free performances from the Hansen Family Aerial, featuring breathtaking acrobatics and high-speed juggling. If you’re moving in the area over the next few weeks, let Seamen’s take care of your move while you enjoy the fair!

 

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Historic Homes – The Geoppler Cider Mill

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Interested in a historic home with character in southern Connecticut? The Geoppler Cider Mill (currently for sale) could be just what you’re looking for. Built on the border of Redding and Ridgefield, this unique building is actually half in Redding, half in Ridgefield. Originally built as a Cider Mill, the property had an apple orchard above the mill. In addition to serving as mill, by the early 1900s the building was also serving as the town post-office for the nearby area. It even served as a local railroad station, which drew a large number of New Yorkers and immigrants to the area. If you’ve fallen in love with a historic home in the area, call Seamen’s Moving to make your relocation there simple and stress-free.

 

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Walking in Woodbridge – The Alice Newton Street Memorial Park

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Looking for a great hike near New Haven? Check out the Alice Newton Street Memorial Park in Woodbridge Connecticut. The parks tranquil 82 acres were donated to the town in 1928 by Newton Herbert Street, and dedicated and named for his mother, Alice Newton Street. Attractions include the Wewapaug falls in the northern section of the park, as well as multiple bridges, benches, and stone walls scattered throughout the trails. The park can be accessed from Indian Trail Road, Center Road, or Meetinghouse Lane (near the town hall). If you’d like to make your next move peaceful and tranquil, call Seamen’s Moving. We’ll make your move a walk in the park!

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Yankee Doodle Dandy –  How a Regiment of Norwalkers Inspired the Famous Tune

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Ever wondered where Connecticut’s state recognizable state tune, “Yankee Doodle Dandy”, came about? During the French and Indian War, a group of ragtag Norwalk soldiers gathered to support British troops at Fort Crailo, New York. But as they were gathering in the yard of Col. Thomas Fitch (son of the governor, also Thomas Finch), the young women of the town were troubled by the men’s lack of uniform. With makeshift plumes made of chicken feathers, the men marched to New York in their makeshift uniforms. The British added new lines to a popular tune at the time, “Lucy Locket”, referencing the rag-tag bunch of Norwalk soldiers. While our moving uniforms don’t include feathered caps, don’t hesitate to call Seamen’s Moving if you’re in need of a dandy crew of movers.

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Migrating to Milford – The Milford Duck Pond

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Just outside the humming downtown of Milford and behind city hall, you’ll find the Milford Duck Pond. This site is home to a variety of waterfowl throughout the year. A popular destination for photoshoots, it’s also a great place for a picnic! Every June, the river is overrun by small yellow ducks for the annual Milford Duck Race. But like an overloaded moving truck, sometimes the waterfowl levels at the pond grow too large. In 2012, a flock of over 150 geese overcrowded the pond and spread throughout the town. Migrating to Milford or hatching plans to move in the Fairfield County area? Give Seamen’s a call to book a flock of movers today!

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Relocating History – Darien’s Bates-Scofield Homestead

May 16, 2016 Uncategorized No comments yet

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While Seamen’s is an expert on moving household goods and prized possessions, we typically don’t move an entire house to a new location. But the Darien Historical Society has done just that with both the Bates-Scofield house, as well as the Scofield Barn. In 1964, the house was facing demolition, but was given to a physically moved to its current location on Old King’s Highway North. In 2008, the historic Scofield Barn was also moved to this address, then restored and attached to the Bates-Scofield house. Whether you’re moving from your historic home, ancient barn, or just a studio apartment, Seamen’s Moving is here to help you with all of your moving needs.

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Searching the Crystal  – Trumbull’s Old Mine Park Archeological Site

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Looking for a good hike in the Trumbull area? Check out the Old Mine Park, a historic site that was once home to short-lived mining operation. While the mine primarily produced Tungsten, many other minerals and crystals have been found there as well, including beryl, opal, topaz, tourmaline and 60 others. The site became a park in 1940 after the land was claimed by the state. You can still see the meter thick veins in certain areas of the park. Featuring an 11-mile hiking trail, a picnic area, a bridge over the Pequonnock River, and an open field, the park is a great place to spend  a summer day with friends or family. While Seamen’s may not be in the mining business, our careful moving experts are qualified to carefully move minerals, crystals, or even just your patio furniture. Give us a call!

 

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Safest Cities – Weston Amongst Safest Cities in the Country

May 16, 2016 Uncategorized No comments yet

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Looking for a safe Connecticut community for your next move? Weston Connecticut was recently ranked #15 on a list of the safest towns in the US. This is due in part to Weston’s investment in state-of-the-art communications and forensics technology, allowing local police to respond quickly and acutely to any suspicious activity in the area. Other CT towns to make the list include New Canaan, Darien, Newtown, Wilton, Ridgefield, Madison, and Suffield. Like the Weston Police Department, Seamen’s goes the extra step to ensure the safety of you and your belongings. If you want to make sure your next move goes smoothly, don’t hesitate to call Seamens’ Moving.

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