The Town of Greenwich Parks and Recreation Foundation is holding a Firework Picnic fundraiser in conjunction with the planned Town fireworks on the evenings of July 3 and July 5. Supporters will be able to pre-order picnic boxes for curbside pick-up from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center on the day of the fireworks, rain, or shine. Continue Reading →
4th of July
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New England Travelers to Pack Roads, Airports This July 4
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AAA says between July 3-8, the nation’s major roadways will be very congested when drivers heading for vacation destinations mix with daily commuters and create delays that can be as much as two to three times longer than usual. Despite high gas prices, vacationers aren’t cancelling road trips. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Holiday, Transportation, 4th of July, AAA
Tips for Hassle-Free 4th of July Fireworks in Greenwich
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The Town is hosting fireworks on July 1 at dusk in two locations, and a flag raising ceremony on July 4th at 9:00am. Read comprehensive list of rules and tips to enjoy the fireworks. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Holiday, 4th of July, Bea Crumbine, Binney Park, fireworks, flag raising, Greenwich Poitn Park
Ben Albano: Good Citizen Rests before Racing off to College
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Ben Albano, GHS ’14, was one of 16 Greenwich public and private school students to be recognized their their “Good Citizenship at Friday’s Independence Day Ceremony at Town Hall. But did you know that Albano is also a champion race car driver? Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Holiday, News, Schools, 4th of July, Ben Albano, Greenwich High School, Greenwich Public Schools
SLIDE SHOW: Independence Day Ceremony at Town Hall
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The Independence Day ceremonies were held at Town Hall on Friday, July 4th. Highlights included Good Citizen Awards honoring public and private school children and procession with flags by the Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich Honor Guard. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Holiday, 4th of July, Independence Day Ceremony, Town Hall
Greenwich Fireworks Shows: What You Need to Know
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Greenwich Point will close to vehicular traffic at 8:30 pm, or when parking capacity is reached. Spectators are urged to car pool. You will not be able to drop off or pick up passengers before or after the event. No Swimming after sunset. Greenwich Point will start at 9:35pm. Binney fireworks begin at 9:10pm. Both shows are extended by 5 minutes this year! Continue Reading →
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More Bang for Your Buck? 5-Minutes Longer July 4th Fireworks Displays in Greenwich
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“Five minutes more per location becomes just a better show…All the other logistics are already there: The police department, fire department, GEMS.” – Parks & Rec Director, Joe Siciliano Continue Reading →