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G.W. Tavern

Once a 1850 Colonial home located off the beaten track is now a tavern serving American comfort food. Enjoy summers outside at the flagstone patio overlooking the Shepaug River or winter evenings inside beside the floor to ceiling fieldstone fireplace surrounded by hand painted murals.

G.W. Tavern
20 Bee Brook Rd, Washington Depot
860-868-6633

Hidden Valley Preserve

Located Northeast of Washington Depot, Hidden Valley has 700 acres of mixed forests and meadows that overlap and offer around 17 miles of hiking trails with a variety of terrain. Points of interest are The HV Lookout, The Quartz Mine, The Thoreau Bridge, and The Pinnacle. All offer lovely views and great photo spots!

Hidden Valley Preserve 
198 Bee Brook Road, Washington Depot
860-868-9131

Steep Rock Preserve

Spreading around 1,000 acres, Steep Rock is the association’s largest preserve. Take in the flora and fauna along the flat trail that runs alongside the river’s edge, or venture through the old hemlock forests to the summits peak.

There is 3 main points of interest to checkout while exploring, Railroad Tunnel, Holiday House, and Steep Rock Summit.

Steep Rock Association
2 Tunnel Road, Washington Depot
860-868-9131
Instagram: @steeprockassociation

Studio D

Studio D is a dance studio which offers all types of dance under the direction of Rebecca Darling. Offers specific programs to fit each dancer’s needs. Classes include but are not limited to: Ballet, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Pilates/Yoga, and Gymnastics. Professional environment and beginner friendly.

Studio D
27 Main Street, Suite D, New Milford
860-350-2900

Instagram: @studioddance

New Main Moon

Look no further for classic Chinese takeout! New Main Moon is the place to go for comfort food. The menu features foods you know and love such as Lo Mein, Dumplings, Fried Rice, and more! Takeout only. Order online or in person.

New Main Moon

27 Main St. #C, New Milford

860-355-2518

amArtHouse

Owned and curated  by Arthur Matuszewski, the gallery was recently opened in 2021. It was founded out of an appreciation for Contemporary and Modern Art artists who’ve yet to be discovered.

amArtHouse
1062 Bantam Road, Bantam
212-696-1807
Open by Appointment

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