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The Greenwich Scholarship Association will be the beneficiary of the Woman’s Club of Greenwich’s Concert on the Lawn on Friday, June 5 — an evening dedicated to helping local students achieve a college education through need-based scholarships. Continue Reading →
If you are not currently in a position to bring a pet into your home, you can still play a vital role in contributing to these wonderful organizations. Consider reaching out to these shelters to discuss temporary fostering opportunities, which get animals out of kennels and into a home environment. Additionally, these nonprofits rely entirely on financial donations, volunteer kennel assistance, and supplies from their public wish lists to keep their doors open. – Ava Caroll Continue Reading →
Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Pat Bria Scholarship Fund, established to honor the legacy of Coach Pat Bria and his lasting impact on the Greenwich community. Continue Reading →
“Stamp Out Hunger is always a welcome boom to Neighbor to Neighbor’s food reserves, but this year the need is greater than ever. It may come as a surprise that even in a community as prosperous as Greenwich, more than 11% of residents face food insecurity – and that number is climbing. The rising costs of food, gas, and other everyday expenses, coupled with changes to eligibility for federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, have led to a 13% increase in our clients since this time last year.” – K Brent Hill, Executive Director of Neighbor to Neighbor Continue Reading →
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut (BBBSCT), the state’s premier youth mentoring organization, recently brought in over $125,000 in support of youth mentoring at its Sports Franchise Economics Forum at the Belle Haven Club in Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Learn how a one-room school in Tanzania grew to 1,900 students. Cheryl Kyle and Karen Royce, co-leaders of Christ Church’s outreach to the Diocese of Mt. Kilimanjaro, will share an update on everything that happened in 2025 — including a brand new video fresh from the field — and will give us a first look at plans for a 2028 trip to celebrate the 20th anniversary of this remarkable ministry. Continue Reading →
Registration is now open for the 2026 Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund Benefit Car Show, which will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Town Hall, located at 101 Field Point Road in Greenwich. In the event of rain, the rain date will be Sunday, June 7, 2026. The popular community event will feature a wide array of classic, antique, custom, and exotic cars all on display in the heart of Greenwich. The car show is free for spectators and open to the public. The Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund invites car owners to sign up for early-bird pre-registration by May 29. Continue Reading →
Bagel Poppy on Hope Street in Stamford is a dream come true for Greenwich natives Mark Piro and Trish Catino. Having opened in December 2025, couple’s shop is known for fresh New York style bagels, custom whipped cream cheese spreads with a variety of mix-in options and craft coffee. Continue Reading →
Breast Cancer Alliance’s 5K for HOPE takes place on Sunday morning, May 3, 2026, at Richards, at 359 Greenwich Ave, Greenwich. Every dollar raised from registration goes directly to BCA’s Screening and Diagnostic Grants, funding life-saving mammograms and ultrasounds for underserved communities across Connecticut and Westchester County, NY — no overhead, no dilution, just screenings that save lives. Continue Reading →
Greenwich Green & Clean is proud to announce its 40th Anniversary celebration, Toast to 40 Years, to be held on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 5:00–7:00pm at The Field Club of Greenwich. Continue Reading →