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Needs Clearing House is partnering Bridgeport Lions Club and the Connecticut Student Nurses’ Association to provide eye screenings, glasses and other vision services to women enrolled in the Mercy Learning Center in urban Bridgeport. Continue Reading →
Deanna Novak, director of children’s programs at the Garden Education Center, has been busy running summer camp and bringing gardening and composting to Greenwich summer school. When school starts this fall, Novak could use some teens seeking volunteer hours to help once or twice a month for two hours on Sunday afternoons. Perfect for teens who are busy on school days, but want to accumulate hours. Continue Reading →
Saturday, Aug. 15 is the last night left to enjoy the tradition that is St. Roch’s Feast in Chickahominy. There are rides for adults and children, including pony rides. There is tons of great food, live music and dancing. Continue Reading →
On September 27 Greenwich’s 375th Anniversary celebration will be highlighted by a spectacular parade. More than 300 marchers, including descendants of Greenwich’s founding families and representatives from the widest spectrum of the Town’s organizations and nonprofit agencies will lead a parade down Greenwich Avenue with a grand finale ceremony at which a gigantic American flag will be unfurled in a patriotic ceremony on Havemeyer Field. Continue Reading →
Each year, St. Roch parish hosts an annual feast in the Chickahominy section of Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Five men and one woman were sworn in as newest members of the Cos Cob Fire Police Patrol on Monday night. First Selectman Peter Tesei, who also serves as Police and Fire Commissioner, read the oath to the group. Continue Reading →
“Family Centers, Inc., based out of Greenwich, and recipient of a $566,667 grant to create a new health center at the Wilbur Peck Court, is a vital member of the community and leading example of how access to healthcare can make a dramatic difference in people‘s lives.” – Jim Himes Continue Reading →
Emma Daley turned 17 during her summer internship with Greenwich Free Press, but her writing talent and ability to suss out compelling features reflect maturity beyond her years. In just over a month she has written about animal welfare, police body cameras, and a sailing regatta. Watch for Emma’s upcoming feature on Diane’s Books and her interview with a Greenwich astronaut! Continue Reading →
Best Friends, whose motto is “Save Them All,” expects to open its adoption center in SoHo in early 2016. Since its founding in 1984, Best Friends has helped reduce the number of animals killed in shelters nationwide from 17 million per year to an estimated 4 million. Since its founding in 1984, Best Friends has helped reduce the number of animals killed in shelters nationwide from 17 million per year to an estimated 4 million. Continue Reading →
If you’re a fan of The Rummage Room in Old Greenwich, then you know Maria Drieghe. After 20 years spent at “the best little shop in town,” Maria is retiring. It all began one day in 1995 when Maria’s car broke down and she came into The Rummage Room to use the phone. The rest is history. The Rummage Room is closed for renovations and restocking through August 23. The shop’s long anticipated GRAND REOPENING is set for August 24! Also, There will be a special Open House Reception to honor Maria on Friday, August 28 between 10 am and 5 pm, so be sure to stop in then to say farewell. Continue Reading →