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From Rehearsal Rooms to Responsibility: Classroom Culture Shapes Student Action at Greenwich High School

“In Greenwich High School’s music classrooms, teachers say the work extends beyond learning notes, rhythms, and repertoire. Across band, orchestra, choir, and music production, students are expected to prepare independently, listen to one another closely, and take responsibility for outcomes that depend on the entire group….Last spring, those habits appeared outside the classroom. When band director Michael Breaux learned his position at Greenwich High School would not continue, students organized independently to advocate for the program and for him to remain.” – James Bonney Continue Reading →

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Greenwich Audubon Center Announces March Pollinator Potluck Speaker Event

Kevin Webb, Co-Founder of Superorganism, will explore how public and private funding can support nature-based solutions and how individuals and communities can help move this work forward on both the investment and policy fronts. Superorganism is the first venture capital firm dedicated to biodiversity-positive investments. Continue Reading →

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Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich to Host American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course for Teens & Adults

The comprehensive course will be held at the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich’s pool at 4 Horseneck Lane. The course is open to participants ages 15 and older. Upon successful completion, participants will earn an American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification valid for two years. Continue Reading →

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Friends of Greenwich Library: Poet’s Voice Evening with Pulitzer prize Winner, Marie Howe

The Friends of Greenwich Library are excited to welcome 2025 Pulitzer Prize Winner Marie Howe to the Marx Family Black Box Theater on Tuesday, March 10 at 7:00pm as part of the Poet’s Voice series. This program is presented by the Friends of Greenwich Library with support from the Horace E. Manacher Poetry Fund. It is free of charge and open to all. Continue Reading →

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