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MakerBot manager of retail Adam Lederfarb said, “We sell 3D printers right here and there are affordable desktop models.” Lederfarb said once people realize the prices are in the range of a laptop computer, the possibility of owning one becomes real. Then the fun begins. Continue Reading →
On a recent Wednesday, Greenwich Free Press ‘took it cheesy’ at the MeltMobile in the parking lot next to Anthropologie at 500 West Putnam Ave in Greenwich. A hot, delicious, made-to-order Chicken Bacon Ranch melt was priced at $9.00. The MeltMobile is in Greenwich on Wednesdays from 11:30a.m. to 2:00p.m. The truck will also be in operation at the GTP North venue on May 24. MeltMobile on Facebook. Call ahead for 5 or more sandwiches, Tel. Continue Reading →
Greenwich Community Gardens is proud to report that the new Bible Street Community Garden, located at 129 Bible Street in Cos Cob, is taking shape. With good weather and additional volunteers the new garden will open in mid-May.
The garden will be filled with raised beds measuring 4’ by 8’ which residents may rent for the season. Water and tools will be provided to gardeners There will also be a handful of beds designed for people with limited mobility and will be assigned accordingly.
Anyone who wants to become a community gardener at Bible Street will need to attend one of two garden plot sign-up open houses:
Saturday, April 26th – 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, or
Sunday, April 27th – 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
The meetings will be held in the second floor meeting room at the Cos Cob Firehouse located at 200 East Putnam Avenue.
These meetings are where people can learn more about how the garden will operate, the responsibilities of community gardeners and can complete an application and pay the annual garden fee of $50 (checks only, please).
The approximately 90 plots will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. Prospective gardeners may download the new Gardeners Handbook after April 21, 2014 from the Greenwich Community Gardens website. The handbook includes important garden information and the necessary sign-up forms to reserve a garden plot. Continue Reading →
The Greenwich Art Society is offering a one day workshop led by Paper Conservator, Ann Baldwin on Sunday, April 27, 1:00-5:00pm. This is a hands-on workshop is for artists and collectors who want to learn best museum practices for display of works of art on paper, including water colors, pastels, drawings and prints. Participants will practice hinging and mounting artwork on paper using current and time-tested conservation methods and archival matting and framing techniques will be demonstrated. The workshop is geared towards artists preparing works on paper for exhibition, this class will introduce students to archival principals, and preservation products available on the market. Topics covered include:
Preparation and use of reversible adhesives
Questions you should ask your picture framer so that works are preserved and not damaged through mistakes
Glazing options for friable media such as pastels and non-tradition installation techniques, such as the use of magnets. Continue Reading →
UPDATE, Tuesday, April 15: According to Marni Lane from the Greenwich Town Party, people can now purchase tickets at Greenwich Town Hall, as well as order them online at the Greenwich Town Party website. And, next time you’re in Town Hall, stop by the lobby to pick up one of the cool car magnets they’re giving away with the message, “Display your car magnet proudly to show support for our community. Post a photo on fcebook and Instagram to be entered to win GTP tickets and merchandise. #GTP2014”
A week ago, on April 7, online ticket sales began for the May 24 event. This year, in order to accommodate more people for the popular sell-out event, a satellite location up the hill at Havemeyer Field, with live performances running concurrently, will supplement the original event venue and main stage at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park. Havemeyer Field is behind the Board of Ed building at 290 Greenwich Ave. Continue Reading →
By Rick Bria
In April 2014 the planet Mars is at opposition. On Monday, April 14 Mars is closest to Earth. Opposition means Mars is opposite the Sun in our sky and is well placed for viewing. Mars looks like a bright orange ‘star’ in the southeast after dark. It is located in the constellation Virgo above the bright blue-white star Spica. Continue Reading →
Copper Beech Farm Sells for $120 Million to “The Conservation Institute, LLC”
On Thursday Copper Beech Farm, a 50+ acre waterfront property sold for $120 Million to Conservation Institute LLC, a Connecticut Limited Liability Company with an Atlantic St address in Stamford. The seller was Wyoming Corporation, in care of Fogarty Cohen Selby & Nemiroff LLC of Old Greenwich. The town conveyance tax was $300,000, and the State conveyance tax was $1,496,000. The property was once owned by the Lauder Greenway family. Harriet Lauder Greenway was the daughter of George Lauder, a partner in Carnegie Steel. Continue Reading →
After finding Ricky, one of 30 chicks Kathy Augustin had originally ordered last July from an Iowa hatchery, lying on the floor of the hen house, alive but unable to get up, she brought the bird to her veterinarian. Continue Reading →
By Victoria Hart Glavin of Tiny New York Kitchen
Perfect for Passover or anytime! You gotta love beets though! INGREDIENTS
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Chopped Onion
2 Peeled & Diced Parsnips
1 Small Peeled & Diced Celery Root
1 Peeled & Diced Turnip
1 1/2 Teaspoons Kosher Salt
2 Cups Cooked & Diced Beets
3 1/2 Cups Drained & Diced Canned Tomatoes (15 Ounce Can)
3 1/2 Cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth or Vegetable Broth
3 Cups Water
1/2 Teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper
1/3 Cup Plus 3 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Dill
In a large-size saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add onions and cook for 5 minutes until translucent. Stir occasionally. Continue Reading →
Join in the fun of Easter Saturday at First Congregational Church of Greenwich! Join us for:
Easter Egg Dyeing: Bring your own hard boiled eggs ready to decorate and we’ll supply the rest! “Search the Church” Scavenger Hunt: Learn all about the week before Easter and what we celebrate. There is no admission charge, but please register to let the organizers know whether your family will be coming. Call (203) 637-1791 ext. 20 or email [email protected]. Continue Reading →