Danbury
St. James’ Episcopal Church, situated within the heart of downtown Danbury, is within walking distance to City Hall, the public library, the Green, many small shops, restaurants, and businesses. There are approximately 45 houses of worship in the Danbury area, from nondenominational storefront churches to mega-churches, accommodating many religions and traditions of worship. St. James’ central location in City Center draws members from within the city and surrounding towns.
 
Selected City Highlights
  • Sixty miles from New York City, 30 miles from Yale, 55 miles from Hartford
  • Enjoy fun in the sun at beautiful Candlewood Lake
  • Hike one of the 28 miles of trails at Tarrywile Park, located ½ mile from the rectory, or over 3 miles of trails at Richter Park
  • Enjoy the arts in all forms at City Center concerts, Ives Concert Park, productions at the Visual and Performing Arts Center at  Western Connecticut State University, Musicals at Richter and Richter Association for the Arts
  • Experience Danbury’s diversity at the many cultural festivals throughout the year
  • Home to nationally ranked Danbury Hospital and the Western Connecticut Health Network
  • Higher education offered at Western Connecticut State University’s undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as Naugatuck Community College, both in the heart of downtown Danbury.
  • Shop at the Danbury Fair Mall, the largest mall in CT
  • Enjoy popular recreation places including Richter Park Golf Course, Candlewood Lake, the Ice Arena in the heart of downtown, The Palace Theatre, the Danbury War Memorial and tennis courts at Rogers Park

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