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Hill House Reimagined Holiday Gift Giving Program Reminds Seniors They Are Integral to the Greenwich Community

“I’m a firm believer in voluntarism, especially among older people. I can always bring in someone to do a concert. I can always organize Bingo. Those are great and serve a purpose. You need to be entertained and have a laugh, but you also need to be given the opportunity to feel a part of the mainstream and feel purpose in your life.” – Lisa Crowley, Hill House resident service coordinator and social service programmer Continue Reading →

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The LWV Greenwich and Affiliate High School Clubs Announce 2021 Student Essay Contest

The LWV Greenwich and their affiliate high school clubs announce the theme of their 2nd annual essay contest for Greenwich students in grades K-12. In honor of America’s first female vice president, this year’s theme is “Dear Madam Vice President”. Students are encouraged to write a letter to Vice President Harris, sharing their stories, advice, and wishes. Continue Reading →

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St Paul Lutheran Church to Host Popular Spaghetti Creole Dinner

If you went to Greenwich Public Schools in the 1960’s, ‘70’s, or 80’s, you probably remember having Spaghetti Creole every Thursday. St Paul Lutheran Church has the original recipe, and they’ll be serving it up Saturday, January 30. Order your Spaghetti Creole dinner to go for pickup on Saturday, January 30 from 3:30 to 5:30pm. Dinner costs $15 and includes salad, generous serving of spaghetti creole, bread and dessert. Cash or check. Continue Reading →

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Greenwich Announces Christmas Tree Recycling Schedule, Locations

The Department of Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce that residents may begin to bring their Christmas Trees for recycling starting Sunday, December 26, 2021. Christmas tree recycling will end on Monday, January 31, 2022. All trees to be recycled must be undecorated (ornaments, tinsel, lights, and stands must be removed). The Parks & Trees Division will be recycling resident’s Christmas trees by chipping them. The wood chips can be used by residents as mulch or compost. Continue Reading →

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