Just Moved to Connecticut!

[blur256]

Hello everyone,

I moved to Connecticut on Sunday on a split decision. I kind of dropped everything back in Kansas City to move out here and start a new adventure. I just turned 34 on Monday so I decided it was time to change things up a bit. SO, I thought I would reach out here on DU and see if anyone knew of any a. job opportunities and b.volunteer opportunities. I am in the Torrington area and would like to get out and meet some people and get involved (especially in maybe some political groups). I have experience in higher education, marketing and web design if that helps. Thanks so much!
And if anyone here on DU in the area would like to have a coffee or a pint I would love to see some of the friendly faces that I see on here everyday!

Much love,

Blur256

[dorkzilla]

1. my uncle lives in Torrington! that's all I got

And he supports Trump so I very much doubt you'd want to have a pint with him. My dad is moving there with his girlfriend soon so I'll keep my ear to the ground for ya as soon as he does.

Any reason in particular you picked that part of CT? Jobs are easier had in the Stamford area. Or NYC better still. I live in Westchester, about 20 miles north of NYC and I commuted into the City for years for work.

Welcome to the Northeast and congrats on your fresh start. I love New beginnings!

[blur256]

2. Thank you for your reply!

I actually moved here because of my partner. She has a job that she cannot leave here at the moment, but we wanted to live together so it only made sense that I move. And honestly, I was over Kansas City anyway so I figured it might as well be me. Plus, having visited here not too long ago, I realized that it is quite lovely out here and that it is my kind of place.
I do not mind commuting a little bit, I'd be willing to do an hour each way. I'm thinking Hartford might be the best place to start looking. But honestly, I'm willing to do anything for the time being.
And that is awesome that your dad is moving out this way! Also, sorry about your uncle. Lol We all have them in our family.

[dorkzilla]

3. Happy reason to move!

It really is amazingly beautiful in that part of the country, and in fact the reason my uncle moved there to begin with is because my dad and I stumbled into the area one day after our usual trip to the Elephant’s Trunk flea market. We just decided to drive around, stopped in that area and both thought “WOW”; my uncle moved to Michigan to be with his second wife but hated it and wanted to move back East so my dad suggested he look there.

I will certainly let you know if anything comes up. I have some friends up Hartford way and I’d be happy to poke them.

[blur256]

6. Thank you so much!

I really appreciate it. I know a few people up here, but not in this area. It is always nice to meet people and get a helping hand in a new place!

[left-of-center2012]

4. Back in the day ...

I lived in Hartford 1969 - 1970 and loved it. Go see the Mark Twain House in Hartford, and do some small country fairs.
CT is beautiful this time of year with the Fall foliage.
Winter is beautiful too, but a big factor in our moving to San Diego.
(I now live in N.M.)

[blur256]

7. I'm really excited about being up here this time of year

I look forward to doing all of the fall things I possibly can. I will tell you I am dreading winter though lol. I thought KC was bad, not I'm about to experience what cold really is haha.

[left-of-center2012]

10. KC versus CT winter

I found this on a website where you can compare one city with another:
http://www.bestplaces.net/compare-cities/kansas_city_ks/torrington_ct/people

[blur256]

12. I think what I find most fascinating about this

is that KC has a higher elevation than Torrington! I really thought I was much higher here.

[NutmegYankee]

14. You can see the elevation differences here.

We go from Appalachian mountains to the sea in a relatively short drive with significant upland. The great plains have hills and relief, but you never realize that you are on a giant plateau already well elevated.

[blur256]

22. I finally noticed the difference today

we went hiking at Greyrock and as soon as my ears started pooping on my way up I realized how low we were before lol.

[NewJeffCT]

17. a lot more snow here

we've had some tough winters the past few years, too.

[NewJeffCT]

18. The Goshen Fair is one of the big ones

but, I believe that has already passed - it's out that way, though. I have a friend that moved to Texas about 10 years ago, but he still tries to make it back up for the Goshen Fair every year.

[blur256]

21. Oh wow,

well hopefully I can make it next year. But I have already heard of several town/county fairs coming up that should be a lot of fun.

[NutmegYankee]

23. Another cool fair is the Big E.

http://www.thebige.com/ It's held just up I-91 in Springfield Mass.

[elleng]

5. You'll love New England at this time of the year!

Enjoy!

CTYankee lives in/around New Haven, and knows about volunteer stuff, fwiw.

[blur256]

8. Thank you for that!

I am loving the scenery so far and have already been on a few hikes. This weekend will be more! And thank you for the information on CTYankee, I will try to send a message.

[elleng]

9. Great! And wait til leaves start changing!!!

My aunt and uncle lived in New Milford (long time ago,) and we, coming from Brooklyn, visited them 'in the country!!! I also went to summer camp in Ridgefield, great memories!

[NutmegYankee]

11. Welcome.

That area is really a nice part of the state. I think you'll like it here.

[blur256]

13. Thank you!

So far I am loving it.

[NewJeffCT]

16. the Warner Theater in Torrington

has a pretty good reputation for a local/regional theater.

[blur256]

20. We were just talking about this tonight

We went for a drive and went by there. I guess they get some pretty good performers/performances that come through from time to time.

[NewJeffCT]

15. welcome to Connecticut

I'm over to the east of you in the Farmington River Valley.

for higher education, you'd need to look up what's in your area - Bristol has a community college and isn't far. Beyond that, you have CCSU, the University of Hartford, St. Joseph's College, the Univ of Conn law school & school of Social Work, Trinity College and a few others that I'm probably missing.

[blur256]

19. Awesome!

I will definitely check them out. I looked for jobs at the UConn Torrington Campus today, but it looks like they are not hiring at the moment. But those all sound like great options! Thanks!

[bigwillq]

24. Welcome!

I live near New Haven.
Enjoy the state. It's beautiful, but very, very expensive.

[blur256]

25. Thank you!

I went down to New Haven just the other weekend and I loved it. In fact, I have loved everything so far but those darned prices.