One of the many ironic circumstances that have arisen due to the Covid19 virus pandemic, all the schools are closed with the children staying home. They can't even come to the local playgrounds to play. It's also ironic that the price of gas had hit the lowest prices in years, but we can't go anywhere.
I'm sure those much more knowledgeable than I can identify this tree based solely on the bark. This is just one of many large trees in McCook Point Park having multiple trunks. My best guess is that this is an American Sycamore. I'll need to come back once the tree has leaves to confirm.
All non-essential businesses are closed in Connecticut. The governor encouraged all residents to stay home. Although not evident in this photo, I was not the only one not following our governor's suggestion. The parking lot to this beach and the boardwalk was full, and plenty of people were out walking. We all kept our distance.
There are over 80 craft breweries in Connecticut, with dozens more in the planning stages. This one recenlty opened in Groton, CT and is the second brewery for the Beer'd Brewing Co. Their first brewery is housed in the Velvet Mill.
The Velvet Mill is located in Stonington, CT and is really an old velvet mill. The mill now houses a number of businesses including restaurants, art galleries, antique shops and even a brewery. On Saturdays there is a farmers market there too.