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Greenwich’s Elizabeth Budinoff Makes the Cooler Her Canvas!

Greenwich High School grad Elizabeth Budinoff is mid-way through her years at Furman University in South Carolina, where she enjoys Greek life and tradition of gift-giving as a means of gratitude and welcoming newcomers. That tradition combined with a hobby of painting coolers was the genesis of a small business operation, where each project is a one-of-a-kind collaboration with the customer. Continue Reading →

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Scam Alert: Fake “Missed Delivery” Scheme Unleashes Havoc on Your Computer

In one scam, recipients are told that a truck driver was unable to deliver a package, and that that the recipient must click on a link to arrange another delivery date, or open and print out an attachment to complete the delivery process. In either case, the links and attachments will likely unleash a virus or other malware that can track your logins and passwords as you travel the internet or corrupt your computer files. Continue Reading →

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PHOTOS: Holiday Spirit Abounds at First Light in Old Greenwich

While there are a number of celebratory events all over Greenwich, First Light may be one of the most enduring.

First Light has been a recurring event for a number of years in Old Greenwich, and it is consistently highly attended. For the residents of Old Greenwich and shop owners, it is a joyous occasion, with many of the shops along Sound Beach Ave staying open late to hand out holiday treats to patrons. There is also live music and horse-drawn carriage rides up and down Sound Beach Avenue. Continue Reading →

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Toys for Tots Annual Gift Drive Returns to Greenwich on Saturday, Dec 10

On Saturday, Dec. 10, a beloved holiday tradition returns to Greenwich, when the US Marine Corps and Toys for Tots hold their annual toy drive to bring holiday joy to children in need. There are two drop off locations: Cos Cob Fire House and Banksville Community Center.
Community members are encouraged to greet the Marines, Greenwich Police officers, Greenwich Fire Department personnel, and the guest of honor, Santa Claus! Continue Reading →

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Auditions Scheduled for “The Little Mermaid Jr” at Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich

Don Palmer, BGCG Program Director, will produce the musical and Rocco Natale, Executive Director of the Open Arts Alliance will direct the production, along with Ronnie Staplefield, associate producer, Tori Schuchmann, associate educational producer, Jennifer Dunn, choreographer, Kerry Gavin, music director, Jack Kriskey, crew foreman, and Pat Pizzo and Maria Colonnato, set and costume designers. Continue Reading →

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PHOTOS: Greenwich Winter Antique Show: Celebrate the Holiday in High Style!

Don’t miss the Greenwich Winter Antique Show at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center through Sunday, December 4. An exciting and wonderful show of superb quality featuring 40 exhibitors with their finest vintage offerings. Add to your collections, or purchase gifts for the holidays! Continue Reading →

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Make-A-Wish Connecticut “Celebrating Wishes” Ball Raises $550,000+ Toward Wishes of CT Children with Life-Threatening Medical Conditions

Wish-come-true experiences can do wonders by providing a much-needed break from lengthy hospital stays and medical treatments, giving back to a child what a serious medical condition can take away—the chance to simply enjoy being a kid. Continue Reading →

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