The Wallace Center provides Greenwich residents 55 and older opportunities to form and maintain social connections. Membership is free. Continue Reading →
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Greenwich High School Students Partner with Huntington’s Disease Society of America for 2nd Annual Walk
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Catherine and Benjamin encourage anyone who would like to join their cause to consider signing up for the walk through Team Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Volunteering
Community Rallies to Support Freccia Bros Garage after Eviction Ruling
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Freccia Bros Garage has operated in Greenwich since 1922, starting as a repair shop for carriages in the horse and buggy era and later pivoting to cars. In the 50’s there was an active used car sales business. In the 60s, Freccia Bros Garage started working on Volkswagens and never looked back. The pandemic turned out to be a boon to business as collectors paid high prices for vintage Volkswagens in online national auctions. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Giving, Dave D'Andrea Jr, Frank Freccia, Freccia Bros Garage, GoFundMe, Guinevere Freccia, Volkswagen
3rd Annual Lighthouse Tea Dance at Foundation House in Back Country Greenwich to Raise Funds for Kids In Crisis, Lighthouse LGBTQ Division
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“Given the economic and political challenges this past year, which have had immense impacts on our public schools and communities – it is more important than ever before to show up, donate to our LGBTQ+ Causes, especially queer youth. Please buy a ticket and join us at Foundation House on September 7 to make this event a success!” – Christian Meskers, event co-chair Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Health, Volunteering, Alon Marom, Bill Pierz, Chris Spiegelman, Christian Meskers, Kids in Crisis
Rumba for a Reason! 7th Annual Dancing Stars of Greenwich Charity Gala Set for Sept 20
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Event co-hosts Brendan and Afton Fraser return to lead the festivities. Celebrity judges include award-winning actor Brendan Fraser, renowned model and actress Paulina Porizkova, and comedy writer Jeff Greenstein. Tickets and tables sell out every year. Reserve yours today. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Abilis, Brendon Freser, Dancing Stars of Greenwich, Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Greenwich, Paulina Porizkova
YMCA of Greenwich Launches Back to School Fundraising Campaign First-Ever Campaign Supports Child Care, Recess Programs, and School Readiness for Local Youth
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The campaign supports four key YMCA programs that work together to meet the needs of working families and children across a wide age range — from toddlers taking their first steps into preschool to elementary students navigating the classroom and playground. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Schools
Student Leaders Tackle Local Hunger Crisis: Feeding 500 & Open Doors Internship
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Since the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020, according to Open Doors, Connecticut has seen a 40% rise in food insecurity—affecting an additional 152,600 residents. Today, 1 in 7 people in the state face hunger, including 1 in 6 children. Much of this spike is due to the soaring cost of groceries. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving
Inspired by Nature Photography, Moss Apparel Promotes Conservation
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Greenwich native Robert Moss who graduated from GHS in 2013 has started an apparel company featuring his original photos of wildlife to promote conservation efforts. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Giving, Moss Apparel, Robert Moss
25th Annual Swing Fore Hope Brings Together 76 Women Golfers to Support Kids In Crisis and The Undies Project
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What began as a fun way to give back has become a powerful community
tradition. On June 23, the annual Swing Fore Hope marked its 25th year with 76 enthusiastic women golfers at the Griffith E. Harris Golf Course to drive change for local families. Continue Reading →
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Avon Theatre Launches Transformative Capital Campaign
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The Avon Theatre – Deborah & Chuck Royce Cinema Arts Center is launching the public phase of the Avon reCreated Capital Campaign, a bold initiative to preserve the theatre’s historic charm while upgrading our beloved nonprofit cinema for the next generation. Continue Reading →