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Junior League of Greenwich Touch a Truck Returns to Town Hall on May 21, 2023

This year the Junior League welcomes back the fan-favorite powerful trucks from Greenwich’s Department of Public Works as well as fire trucks – including antique fire trucks – police cars and motorcycles, and ambulances. In addition, there will be construction equipment, a wide array of kids’ activities, and a variety of food trucks with delicious treats. Continue Reading →

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Celebrating Preservation Month in Westchester: Bus Tour of Historic Buildings in Mamaroneck, Port Chester & Rye

Found within the Larchmont to Port Chester area is the oldest surviving home in Westchester County, the first planned amusement park in the country, one of the skinniest houses in America, a “George Washington Slept Here” building, and many more designed by talented architects. Several of these buildings are included in the Register as Landmarks, the highest level of significance awarded in the country! Continue Reading →

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Christ Church: Visiting Artist-in-Residence Prof. James O’Donnell to Perform Organ Recital and Discussion on May 13

O’Donnell recently retired as the Director of Music and organist at Westminster Abbey after 23 years of overseeing the music for royal ceremonies including the recent Funeral for the Queen of England, wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in 2011, the funeral of the Queen Mother, and the 2021 service of thanksgiving for the life of Prince Phillip, the Queen’s husband. Continue Reading →

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Nearly 13,000 Children Benefitted By Kids In Crisis “25By25 Campaign” Since 2021

An anonymous donor has just generously pledged a $25,000 matching challenge for the Kids In Crisis 25By25 Campaign, which is in response to the exponential rise of mental health crises in children coinciding with the pandemic. The goal of the four-year campaign is to reach an additional 25,000 children in need by 2025. Continue Reading →

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