attractions: Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, Fright Haven, Short Beach Park, Stratford Sea Wall, Boothe Memorial Park, The Klein Memorial Auditorium, Twin Brooks Park, Connecticut Audubon Society Coastal Center at Milford Point, Longbrook Park, Short Beach Golf Course, restaurants: Osaka Hibachi Buffet, Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill, Frankie's Diner, Dockside Brewery, Riverview Bistro Restaurant & Banquet Facility, Whiskey Barrel, Little Pub, Bin 100 Restaurant, Bridge House Restaurant, Gaetano's Deli, local businesses: Seaside Park, Best Buy, Hawley Lane Mall, Stratford Crossing, North Town center, NaturalAnnie Essentials Candle Making Bar & Event Space, Stop & Shop, Big Y, LA Fitness, The Home Depot