Schultz Park with
gazebo. Summer concerts are held here, and frequent wedding pictures are
taken here. It is on Hopmeadow Street.Check Out Simsbury & Avon!
SIMSBURY
Population: 22,500 Area: 34.5 Square
Miles Commute Times: Bradley Airport: 15 Minutes; Hartford: 25
Minutes; Springfield: 50 Minutes Schools: 5 Elementary Schools, 1
Junior High School, 1 High School Recreation/Attractions: Simsbury
Farms Recreation Center, Golf Course, Skating Rink, Playgrounds, Canoeing,
Hiking, and Mountain Climbing.
 Simsbury Town
Hall
Incorporated in 1670, Simsbury is a
delightful community of impressive neighborhoods, carefully zoned
commercial districts and a wealth of well-preserved natural beauty. Residents
are devoted to preserving the seventeenth century charm of Simsbury, and
equally concerned with the continual growth, enrichment and well being of
fellow citizens.
 Local farm market in
West Simsbury- it has farm produce and authentic homemade ice cream that
people from miles around go to purchase.
Simsbury's attractive lifestyle
possibilities include inviting condominium communities, historic
restorations, stately traditional homes and elegant contemporaries. The wide
range of housing is enhanced by the diversity of settings available. Sweeping
meadows with winding streams, mountain vistas, woodlands and tree-lined
neighborhoods all provide ideal environments for pleasant living.
 The Massaco
Plantation- a replica of the original town center in the
1700's
Local businesses, specialty shops and
full-service shopping centers are tucked into the landscape, and along with
light industry, provide employment and valuable goods and services to
residents. The Massacon Plantation is a collection of historic buildings, which
reflect the diverse past of Simsbury and now house art galleries, a museum and
small shops. More extensive shopping is available in downtown Hartford, just 25
minutes away.
 The Playscape at
Simsbury Farms Recreation Center.
Five elementary schools, a junior high
school and a high school comprise the public school system. In addition to
traditional coursework, computer science and a selection of unique classes,
including a culinary arts program are offered. Adults enjoy continuing
education classes in the evenings, and private instruction is provided by the
Ethel Walker School and the Westminster School.
 Simsbury Public
Library
Community and cultural activity are
important parts of life in town. Local theater groups, a garden club, youth
organizations, an active Newcomer's Club and an arts and crafts club sponsor
entertaining and informative events and classes. The League of Women Voters,
local businesses and private citizens also contribute to Simsbury's strong
sense of community.
 The newly covered
skating rink at Simsbury Farms Recreation Center- it is a basketball court
in the summer.
Recreational opportunities for all ages
abound. In addition to the excellent services of the recreation department,
the remarkable Simsbury Recreation Center incorporates a host of individual and
team sports within one facility, including tennis, paddle tennis, swimming,
golf and a pond for winter ice-skating. A panoramic view of Simsbury and
surrounding environs can be enjoyed from the top of the 165-foot Heublein Tower
in Talcott Mountain State Park. Talcott Mountain also offers mountain climbing
and picnicking.
AVON
Population: 14,000 Area: 22.6
Square Miles Commute Times: Bradley Airport: 30 Minutes;
Hartford: 20 Minutes; Springfield: 60 Minutes Schools: 3
Elementary Schools, 1 Middle School, 1 High School
Recreation/Attractions: Farmington Valley Arts Center, 1st Company
Governor's Horse Guard, 800 Acres of Recreation Areas
Once a section of
Farmington, Avon, which takes its name from the Avon River in England, was
independently established in 1830. It has developed into a community rich with
residential, cultural, and business opportunities.
Residential areas have been carefully
planned and protected to provide spacious lots of rolling lawns and
woodlands. This lovely setting features large, traditional homes as well as
a variety of contemporary styles. Quiet, comfortable condominiums and
apartments are scattered throughout Avon.
Route 44, the commercial center of
Avon, offers a diverse selection of restaurants and retail establishments,
including Old Avon Village, a charming collection of well-preserved and
renovated colonial shops. Avon Parks North and South house additional shops and
services and corporate offices.
More than 90% of Avon's public high
school students go on to higher education - a testament to the dedication
of this community to its education system. Public and private colleges,
secondary and nursery schools, within Avon and located nearby offer additional
educational opportunities.
Avon is equally committed to the cultural
growth of its community. A multitude of organizations strive to enhance the
quality of life through charitable work and development of the arts. Other
cultural features include: The Farmington Valley Arts Center, a modern science
center, public library, and the 1st Company Governors Horse Guard.
The outdoor enthusiast will delight in
the extraordinary number of year-round activities available in Avon. Two
golf courses, a public beach, hiking trails and skiing provide recreation for
every season. Tennis, fishing, skating, softball, soccer and Little League
baseball are enjoyed in the town's 800 acres of public parks. Area residents
enjoy the hiking trails and wildlife viewing areas established and maintained
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Why is the Terra Amata site in Nice, France famous?
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Remains of 21 huts found in 1965 are thought to be the oldest known habitation from the Acheulian culture 400,000 years ago.
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