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Carolyn Anderson, Author of the Anderson Guide to Greenwich, to Speak at the Woman’s Club Nov 17

The Woman’s Club of Greenewich is Hosting Carolyn Anderson for a talk: “How Do You Know If You Can Trust a Review? Insights from Carolyn Anderson, Restaurant Critic and Author of the Anderson Guide to Enjoying Greenwich. The talk is free and open to all to attend. Continue Reading →

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National Scholastic Chess Foundation (NSCF) Annual ‘Grand Prix’ Chess Tourney Starts Sunday, Nov 13

The chess tournament series kicks off Nov 13 at Greenwich Academy and is open to all students (K-12). Chess is a sport where everyone can compete on equal terms. The spoils do not only go to the biggest or strongest, or even to the one who speaks English. Register in advance or on the day of the event. Parents can register their child online. Continue Reading →

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Veterans Day 4th Annual Community Walk to Honor Combat Injured Millennials

The Greenwich Veterans Council represents a collaboration among American Legion, Byram Veterans Assocation, VFW, Greenwich Military Covenant of Care and the Greenwich Dept of Social Services. On Nov 11 the community walk will honor combat wounded millennials. Many become amputees. “Today, the injuries of millennials in combat is different. Independently exploded devices (IEDs) cause injuries resulting in more amputees,” said Bruce Winningham. “In the past you would have bled to death.” Continue Reading →

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Greenwich Lions Club to Sell Texas Ruby Red Grapefruit Starting Sat., Nov. 12

The cost is $20 for grapefruit and $21 for oranges. Please look for the Lions wearing their traditional gold vests alongside their stacks of grapefruit cases and purchase one or two. Locations include the Post Road in Cos Cob next to the firehouse, Old Greenwich village and the entrance to Greenwich Point. Continue Reading →

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PHOTOS, VIDEO: Huge Thanks to Dalio Foundation at Re-Dedication of Anne M. Kristoff Playground

The new Anne M. Kristoff playground at Byram Park was re-dedicated on Tuesday. Members of the Kristoff family were in attendance, along with local officials and dozens of school children who had the day off from school for Election Day. Continue Reading →

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