Armonk Hamlet of Armonk Distance to NYC: 35 miles Area: 26.5 square miles Armonk, a hamlet in the town of North Castle, is in the northeastern sector of Westchester county and is bordered by Connecticut to its east. It is approximately 35 miles from midtown Manhattan. Known for its wooded beauty and sparkling lakes, this hamlet has a friendly village center with gourmet shops and excellent restaurants. This very special hamlet still reflects its historical description as, "a place between two worlds." Rural in nature, yet sophisticated in style, Armonk offers itself as a bridge between city life and country living. Winding roads lined with old stone walls meander through densely wooded glades and climb to hilly retreats giving way to majestic views. This restful atmosphere completely belies its convenient location to all the major sources of corporate employment and transportation. Only 38 minutes from Manhattan via the Metro North train, I-684 also provides easy access to New York. Westchester Airport is 10 minutes away, international airports are within an hour's drive. Educational Facilities A small, but special school district, Byram Hills offers a superior education for each child with an emphasis on high quality education and a rich curriculum. Among the priority goals at Byram Hills are individual needs, combined with a firm foundation in basic skills and staff development. Children from kindergarten through second grade attend Wampus Elementary, and grades three and four attend Coman Hill School. Fifth through eighth-graders attend Harold C. Crittenden Middle School, and Byram Hills High School serves grades nine through 12. This school district has been awarded the national "School of Excellence" designation from the U.S. Department of Education. Recreational Facilities A variety of local recreation is available, from wildlife sanctuaries for nature walks, to golf and tennis clubs. Armonk currently enjoys the use of seven town parks and playfields. The recreation department of the Town of North Castle offers year round diversified activities for both children and adults. There are three summer day camps and an active Recreation Adult Club. The perfect site for outdoor entertainment is the Wampus Brook Park. Situated on 39 acres with a stock pond for "resident fishermen" under the age of 16, it also has a playground and a picturesque gazebo bandstand. The "Fol-de-Rol", a popular arts fair, is an annual event of total community involvement, sponsored by the Lions Club. Houses of Worship Armonk Methodist Church, St. Stephens Episcopal Church, St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church. B'Nai Ysrael and The Hillside Church. Local Links Town of North Castle: www.northcastleny.com Byram Hills School District: www.byramhills.org