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Connecticut’s Urban Gem

South Norwalk promises nightlife, shopping, and waterfront dining―plus a little taste of heaven.

Kindra Clineff, Writer Susan Cullen Anderson

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At its heart, though, the neighborhood is all about the water. Kayakers paddle the river at dawn. Workboats chug in and out from runs to shellfish beds, and recreational boaters stop here while cruising the Sound. The annual Oyster Festival and SoNo Arts Celebration (in September and August, respectively) attract thousands. During summer, “You almost need a traffic cop in the harbor,” says Norwalk Mayor Richard Moccia.