Discover Norwalk https://discovernorwalk.com/ Small town with Big Ambitions Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:17:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://discovernorwalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/site_logo_discovernorwalk-150x150.png Discover Norwalk https://discovernorwalk.com/ 32 32 67573563 How Has Norwalk Changed since 1976? https://discovernorwalk.com/how-has-norwalk-changed-since-1976/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:14:33 +0000 https://discovernorwalk.com/?p=3970 This is the year America is 250 years old. Fifty-years ago, America turned 200. It was a big deal back then. Everywhere, people were linking the past to the present and celebrating the history of the places they lived and worked. This year, it seems the celebrations are few and far between. It’s like collectively, […]

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]]> 3970 Taking A Look at the Iconic Tower Optical Viewers https://discovernorwalk.com/taking-a-look-at-the-iconic-tower-optical-viewers/ Mon, 04 May 2026 21:30:27 +0000 https://discovernorwalk.com/?p=3956 Connecticut’s manufacturing industry history is about as rocky as its geography. For a company founded in Connecticut to stay in Connecticut, let alone operate for decades, is remarkable. Norwalk’s historical roots have always been its manufacturing industries. Tower Optical is one of those stories.  Founded in 1932 in East Norwalk, Tower Optical created the iconic […]

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]]> 3956 Tick Season Starts Now, Prevent Getting Bit https://discovernorwalk.com/tick-season-starts-now-prevent-getting-bit/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:22:42 +0000 https://discovernorwalk.com/?p=3927 Those warmer sunny days are hard to resist, and Norwalk has numerous parks to enjoy. But New England is tick land, and that means being aware of what’s in store for 2026. Let’s break the myth that the super cold weather we experienced has an effect on ticks and other insects. The arctic cold is […]

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]]> 3927 Norwalk Snow Storms https://discovernorwalk.com/norwalk-snow-storms/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:16:26 +0000 https://discovernorwalk.com/?p=3851 There’s an old saying that past performance is not indicative of future results. And that would certainly be true if you judged the snowfall of the past seven years. Here’s some views of Norwalk spanning a couple of decades.

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]]> 3851 Eco Evolution https://discovernorwalk.com/eco-evolution/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:47:42 +0000 https://discovernorwalk.com/?p=3802 Part cafe, part gift shop, part art project, it is kind of hard to pin down what Eco Evolution is. Despite this free range formula, Eco Evolution has become an anchor on Washington Street. Located at the bridge end of the street, the friendly store embodies a chill vibe that is a welcome respite from […]

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]]> 3802 Tips On Picking That Great Apartment https://discovernorwalk.com/tips-on-picking-that-great-apartment/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:13:40 +0000 https://discovernorwalk.com/?p=3806 Apartment living has become a thing in Fairfield County, and while it seems that every building has been branded as “luxury” the experience doesn’t always match. Here are some tips to help you select an apartment that minimizes the top issues renters face. Noise From Neighbors Noisy neighbors can make or break your experience. The […]

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]]> 3806 The Ultimate Guide to the Best Bars in Norwalk https://discovernorwalk.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-the-best-bars-in-norwalk/ Sun, 29 Jun 2025 17:26:40 +0000 https://134290e272.nxcli.io/?p=1311 From the new-on-the-scene best bars to the best spots for cocktails to terrific whiskey joints, here’s where to get a drink in Norwalk. Small town vibes and entertainment chains, Norwalk pretty much has bars that hit you with that special feeling where either everyone knows your name, or no one knows anyone. The bottoms up […]

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]]> 1311 Discover Norwalk Pizza https://discovernorwalk.com/discover-norwalk-pizza/ Sat, 28 Jun 2025 05:35:00 +0000 https://discovernorwalk.com/?p=3612 Periodically we do extensive research and eat a lot of pizza. This means we have a go to list of who does the best pizza in Norwalk. Norwalk is home to some innovative pizza, and while there are many new entries, and many old standard favorites, we’ve put together our best pizza’s in Norwalk. SONO […]

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]]> 3612 Best Coffee in Norwalk https://discovernorwalk.com/best-coffee-in-norwalk/ Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:00:25 +0000 https://discovernorwalk.com/?p=3605 Our short list is the best you can find in Norwalk.

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]]> 3605 Living in Brookside https://discovernorwalk.com/living-in-brookside/ Sat, 28 Dec 2024 11:05:10 +0000 https://134290e272.nxcli.io/?p=3591 Brookside is a classic suburban neighborhood, plenty of trees and a convenient location for those seeking a bit more elbow room without giving up convenience.

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