Connecticut is known as the âconstitution state.â While the origin on this title is uncertain, the nickname is assumed to reference the Fundamental Orders of 1638-39. These Fundamental Orders represent the framework for the first formal government written by a representative body in Connecticut.
A kipper is a smoked herring. After they have been caught, the herrings are gutted, split and lightly soaked in brine. Then they are smoked over hardwood chips in a kiln. The best ones come from the Isle of Man, Loch Fyne and Northumberland and are sold complete with head, tail and backbone.
After years of working for other people as a barber, Gelbert opened his own shop, The Dapper Den, at 433 Main St. in downtown Ridgefield. Why the jump to business ownership? âThatâs the American dream,â he said. The Dapper Den keeps alive the tradition of having a barbershop at that location in the plaza. It is the former location of Marianaâs Place and Billâs Haircutters. âIâm continuing the history here and looking forward to becoming a face in the community,â Gelbert said.