Greenwich Academy graduate Kate Flatley founded the Women’s Justice Initiative to advocates for women’s rights in Guatemala. Continue Reading →
Greenwich Academy Graduate Combats Femicide in Guatemala
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Whitby School Supports Neighbor to Neighbor with Elf Toy Drive
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A student group from Whitby School known as Whitby’s Elves recently planned The Elf Toy Drive to support Greenwich Non-profit organization, Neighbor to Neighbor. The Elf Toy Drive ran beginning in early December and was co-sponsored by the Whitby Parents Association. 55 toys and games were collected, along with $371.60 from a student-led bake sale and silent auction. “Sixth grade Design brands the Cupcake Queens and Banana Splits from Space planned a bake sale that was a huge hit,” said Phil Lohmeyer, Whitby’s Design teacher and Student Activities Coordinator for the Upper School. “The sold out bake sale, along with silent auction items provided by the the P.E. Department, raised $371.60 for this worthy cause.”
The toy drive portion of the event concluded on December 8th, and all donations were delivered to Neighbor to Neighbor at 248 East Putnam Avenue with the help of 6th grader George Markov. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Holiday, Neighbor to Neighbor, Whitby School
New Exhibit: “Venus Fly” Soars with Abstract Works by Three Women at Flinn Gallery
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As we enter the dark days of winter, the Flinn Gallery, second floor Greenwich Library opens “Venus Fly,” an exhibit exploring colorful new abstract work by female artists. Running through January 24, 2018, the show features the work of Becca Lowry, Lauren Mabry, and Alyse Rosner. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Arts, Lifestyle, People & Culture, People & Culture
Greenwich Native Ali Gilbert Named in Golf Digest’s Top 50 Golf Fitness Professionals List
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CLAY Health Club + Spa Performance Director, Ali Gilbert, recognized for her expertise and “Triangle of Performance” approach. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Health, Sports, Ali Gilbert, CLAY Health Club + Spa
Student Cartoonists Sell Star Wars Calendar in Greenwich Schools To Support Abilis
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Two local girls have created a calendar featuring new comic drawings and original interpretations of characters from the Star Wars Universe. The idea cam in response to state budget cuts that impacted special needs students. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Holiday, Schools, Volunteering, Abilis, Angela Zarrilli, Cartoons for a Cause: Abilis Edition, Glenville School
Meals on Wheels Seeks Help to Continue Mission in 58th Year
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The drivers not only deliver food but provide critical personal contact to a population that is often isolated. Meals on Wheels is asking for monetary support to continue providing the vital service for the home bound and elderly of Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Volunteering, Brian Maher, Dorothy Bailey, Emma Ward, Meals on Wheels
YWCA Greenwich Announces New Youth Fitness Programs for Winter/Spring
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The Winter/Spring programs begin in January. Registration is open, and the YWCA is currently offering discounts for new members. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, YWCA of Greewnich
Hundreds of Greenwich Families “Shop” at Neighbor to Neighbor’s Holiday Toy Chest
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What differentiates the “toy chest” at Neighbor to Neighbor from other toy drives is that it is organized by Greenwich residents for Greenwich residents. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Holiday, Holiday Toy Chest, Neighbor to Neighbor
Freshly Cut Christmas Trees from Augustine’s Farm Hold Their Needles for a Long Time
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Why Get a Tree at Augustine’s in Greenwich? Augustine’s Farm sells fresh cut trees from Kathy’s uncle Ernie’s tree farm in Marlboro, New York. There are Balsam Firs and Frasier Firs, in addition to fresh wreathes. Customers bring their Christmas tree stand and have their tree cut to fit. Trees are then bundled and loaded in the car or delivered. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Holiday, Augustine's Farm
GHS Stress Less and Outreach Clubs Clothing & Textile Drive Ends Dec 20
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Donations of used clothing and textiles will be reused, refurbished and recycled. The collection is a fundraiser for the Harris Project for programs centered around teen substance misuse and mental health challenges. Continue Reading →