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This year’s theme of the Greenwich Historical Society’s ‘Story Barn,’ “Only in Greenwich” allowed speakers to poke fun at the stereotype and expectations that the name Greenwich carries with it. Whether the storytellers broke or confirmed these stereotypes, each was honest and enjoyable. Whether they were funny, sentimental, heartfelt or all three, they told the collective story of Greenwich with a collage of distinct yet united experiences. Continue Reading →
Not only was Wednesday’s Pops Concert the final concert of the year for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors, but it was the last concert in many seniors’ high school careers. The GHS Orchestera 2015 Pops Concert,directed by Mrs.Bethany Fuscaldo, featured the String Orchestra, String Ensemble and Symphonic Orchestra. About two dozen departing seniors were recognized for their contributions. Continue Reading →
Saturday is shaping up to be a picture perfect day for the fifth annual Greenwich Town Party in Roger Sherman Baldwin Park. Check out the lineup and schedules for each of two stages. Meet the heroes who will be honored at the event. Continue Reading →
Every Saturday Nancy Moore travels from her six-acre farm in Trumbull, Moorefield Herb Farm, to Horseneck lot in Greenwich for the Saturday Farmers Market 9:30am to 1:00pm. She brings a unique blend of herbs, succulents and heirloom tomatoes. She also sells unique arrangements of succulents in rustic looking containers that her son fashions from cement, perlite and peat moss! Continue Reading →
Each year Cos Cob school celebrates spring with Mair Fair at time for enjoy games, rides, and of course food. Continue Reading →
The 30th annual Crafts Festival at Bruce Museum featured over 70 artists from as Connecticut to California. The two-day event also featured food trucks, live music and craft demonstrations. For children the museum offered family craft activities. Continue Reading →
Greenwich Dance Studio’s 11th annual spring performance, with the theme “Masterpiece” filled the SUNY Purchase Performing Arts Center concert hall on Saturday. Hundreds of girls danced across the stage in the packed concert hall, which seats over 1,300+ people. This year’s performance was extra special, as it marked Greenwich Dance Studio’s first year with its own dance studio complex. After searching for eight years for a permanent home, GDS founder Kate Truesdell converted a former mover’s warehouse into dance studios right in the hub of Cos Cob. Continue Reading →
The first band to perform on the main stage is Billy and the Showmen. Six local bands will round out the day’s music on the Town Stage, starting at 11:00am including the five-piece band, Stowaway, comprised primarily of Greenwich High School students. Others include Brunswick Music Improv Band, the Al DiMarco Swing Band, Kings Highway, Skunk Rockets and Lions on the Moon. And of course, Six-time Grammy-winners Earth, Wind & Fire will rock this year’s crowd from the main stage, in addition to Grammy winners Doobie Brothers and platinum-selling band O.A.R. Three additional bands will join the main stage: Spirit Family Reunion, Caroline Jones and Billy and the Showmen. Continue Reading →
On Friday, the Open Arts Alliance held a celebration at the Greenwich Arts Council on Greenwich Ave. The on-profit organization brings theater to schools and health care facilities, with a goal of making professional theater accessible. Continue Reading →
The rumor mill about the GHS marching band has been churning. To set the record straight: Yes, GHS has a marching band, but it is now called ‘Pep Band.’ About ten years ago the requirement that members of GHS concert bands participate in marching band was eliminated and membership dropped. Since last year, GHS math teacher Erik Gundel became director of the pep band which has grown to 30 members this year under his leadership. Students earn some community service hours for time spent performing in parades and at football games. Continue Reading →