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Children at the Temple Sholom Selma Maisel Nursery School were joined by their parents last week at special pre-Chanukah celebrations for the “Festival of Lights.” Continue Reading →
On Christmas Eve at 3:30 pm, Second Congregational Church of Greenwich (located at 139 East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich) will hold a no rehearsal children’s Christmas Pageant. All children and parents, family and friends visiting are welcome! If you would like to participate in the pageant, please arrive by 2:30 pm to receive a costume. There will be hot cocoa. Continue Reading →
The first ever Old Greenwich public Menorah-Rise event took place outside the Sound Beach Fire House. US Senator Richard Blumenthal had the honor of of placing the final light bulb on the Menorah. Continue Reading →
This year Cos Cob School families were invited to sign up to try the Elf-themed mini golf course in the school gymnasium. Continue Reading →
Emmy award-winning and Grammy-nominated artist Rob Mathes brings his high-energy blend of rock, jazz and blues to the holiday season with three spectacular performances December 20, 21 and 22, 2024. Continue Reading →
Harried shoppers may find helpful perspective in knowing how holiday gift giving began and evolved to what is now a more than $9 billion industry. For some local lore and humor: on Christmas Day in 1886, the tavern on the site of the Historical Society’s Artists’ Café in Cos Cob had a bloody brawl that made the news and almost got liquor banned Continue Reading →
Residents will notice more vehicles on the road over the next week, as Christmas and Hanukkah both fall on December 25. Troopers ask that all drivers plan ahead and ditch the distractions to ensure safe travel for all. Continue Reading →
On Sunday, there was a festive holiday atmosphere at Parsonage Cottage Senior Residence. A spirited group of young individuals worked their magic to create a winter wonderland within the venue. Accompanied by Santa, Mrs. Claus, and a lively group of elves, their visit delighted residents. The event was about gift-giving but also building connections and fostering a sense of community, thanks to the efforts of the Parsonage Cottage Junior Advisory Board. Continue Reading →
New this year, in addition to samples for sale at 80% off retail, there will be a wide variety of 100% cashmere items in multiple colors. Continue Reading →
Abilis Gardens & Gifts is a retail-store training site where Abilis program participants learn valuable retail job skills and work toward community-based jobs in sales and production. This holiday season, they are your source for floral arrangements, plants, Greenwich-themed items, jewelry, handmade bath and body products, candles, holiday gifts and more. Abilis Gardens & Gifts is located at 50 Glenville Street in Greenwich 06831. Tel. 203-531-4438. Continue Reading →