Understand crowdfunding. Keep in mind that some crowdfunding sites do very little vetting of individuals who decide to post for assistance after a disaster. Continue Reading →
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“Dancing Stars of Greenwich” to Raise Funds for Abilis
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The Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Greenwich is hosting the first annual Dancing Stars of Greenwich Gala at 7:00 pm on Saturday, Sept 22, 2018, at Tamarack Country Club in Greenwich.
Proceeds from the dance competition with donations to the dance teams and a live and silent auction, will go directly to Abilis to support its programs for families with special needs. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Arts, Giving
DART “Walk to the Finish” Set for October 6
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“Walk to the Finish” will benefit DART who seek to find a cure for Niemann-Pick type C. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Andea Marella, Andrew Marella, Dana Marella, DART, Niemann-Pick type C, NPC, Phil Marella
Radio DJ and Host Scott Shannon to Kick-Off DART “Walk to the Finish” on October 6
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Scott Shannon, host of WCBS-FM’s “Scott Shannon in the Morning” and “Scott Shannon Presents America’s Greatest Hits,” will kick-off the inaugural DART Walk to the Finish Walk at Greenwich Point Park on Saturday, October 6, 2018. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Health, Volunteering
PHOTOS: Puttin’ On The Dog 2018 Sparkles on an Indian Summer Sunday
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Thousands turned out for Adopt A Dog’s annual Puttin’ on the Dog event at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park sponsored by Pet Pantry Warehouse. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Dogs, Giving, Volunteering, Adopt-A-Dog, Brian Gordiski, Kristin Rice, Pet Pantry, Pet Pantry Warehouse
Puttin’ On The Dog Returns Sunday, Sept 16 in Roger Sherman Baldwin Park
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Last year this Greenwich tradition brought in over 5,000 pet lovers. On Sept 16, there will be dog demonstrations, food trucks, vendors, competitions to enter your dog in, adoptable dogs, a silent auction and so much more. Order your tickets today. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Dogs, Giving, Volunteering, Adopt-A-Dog, Pet Pantry Warehouse, Puttin' on the Dog
9th Annual GHS Sept 11 Food Drive Yields Whopping 5,656 Cans and Boxes of Food
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Greenwich High School students and staff will participate in the school’s 9th annual September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance with a massive food drive in the student center.
The drive is being organized by the Roots & Shoots Club, The HEROES Club and Neighbor to Neighbor. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving
Swim Across America and Greenwich Crew Team up for Charity Rowing Event
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Swim Across America has teamed up with Greenwich Crew and the Greenwich Water Club to host a fun fundraiser for crucial cancer research on September 16. The Meters for A Cure ERG Challenge will be held at the Greenwich Water Club. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Health, Sports, Volunteering, Greenwich Water Club, Michael Wieneke, Swim Across America
PHOTOS: Crowds Flock to Opening of Kindness Rocks Garden at Greenwich Town Hall
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“I want to say thank you to Steven because this year he has given us something to play for – something a little bit extra. He’s given the community something to come together for,” Marinelli said, adding that for the First Selectman and Parks & Rec and other town departments to come together to make the kindness rocks garden happen. “That speaks volumes about what Steven means to us.” – GHS football coach John Marinelli Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Giving, Health, Allyson Buck, Amy Brooks Sudell, Cardinals, Christine Kraninger, Fred Camillo
Town To Hold Food Drive on Sept 13, 2018
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The focus will be on Greenwich children in need and benefit Neighbor-to-Neighbor’s food pantry and the Dept of Human Services. Continue Reading →