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The Annual Cos Cob May Fair Returns on May 15 and 16

The Cos Cob May Fair is Friday, May 15 from 3:45pm to 9:00pm and Saturday, May 16th from 3:00pm to 9:00pm at Cos Cob School. May Fair rides, including the super slide, ferris wheel, kids spinning teacups and fun house, are set-up on the Cos Cob School field. Continue Reading →

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70 Third Grade Girls Learn Empowerment Skills at the Junior League of Greenwich

The Junior League of Greenwich hosted its annual Positively Me! program for the 19th year at the JLG headquarters. Because of its enormous interest with parents inquiring about it all year long, Positively Me! was held at the JLG headquarters for two weekends in February and March welcoming a total of 70 third grade girls from the local community. This beloved, intimate initiative is designed to boost confidence, encourage self-expression, and equip young girls with strategies to handle challenging situations — all while fostering new friendships and having fun. Continue Reading →

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Greenwich Police Department Benefit Car Show Returns June 6, 2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund Benefit Car Show, which will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Town Hall, located at 101 Field Point Road in Greenwich. In the event of rain, the rain date will be Sunday, June 7, 2026. The popular community event will feature a wide array of classic, antique, custom, and exotic cars all on display in the heart of Greenwich. The car show is free for spectators and open to the public. The Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund invites car owners to sign up for early-bird pre-registration by May 29. Continue Reading →

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For Greenwich Natives, Trish Catino & Mark Piro, Bagel Poppy on Hope St in Stamford is Also a Chance to Make a Bigger Impact on the World

Bagel Poppy on Hope Street in Stamford is a dream come true for Greenwich natives Mark Piro and Trish Catino.  Having opened in December 2025, couple’s shop is known for fresh New York style bagels, custom whipped cream cheese spreads with a variety of mix-in options and craft coffee. Continue Reading →

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Breast Cancer Alliance’s 5K for HOPE Returns May 3 with Goal of 800 Participants to Fund More Breast Cancer Screenings

Breast Cancer Alliance’s 5K for HOPE takes place on Sunday morning, May 3, 2026, at Richards, at 359 Greenwich Ave, Greenwich. Every dollar raised from registration goes directly to BCA’s Screening and Diagnostic Grants, funding life-saving mammograms and ultrasounds for underserved communities across Connecticut and Westchester County, NY — no overhead, no dilution, just screenings that save lives. Continue Reading →

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Get Ready for the Area’s Biggest Holi Celebration: Color, Culture, and Community Come Alive at HoliFest

India Cultural Center announces the return of HoliFest, the area’s biggest Holi celebration and largest color throw! Taking place Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park. Register by April 27 to be guaranteed a free commemorative t-shirt to wear for the color throw. Continue Reading →

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What’s Happening at Greenwich Land Trust: Shining Light on the Seed-to-Seed Effort

Each spring, Seed-to-Seed plants are showcased at GLT’s annual Native Plant Sale, held in May at the Mueller Preserve (370 Round Hill Road), making thousands of locally grown native plants available to the public. The sale will be open to the public at the Mueller Preserve on Friday, May 8 (9 a.m.–3 p.m.) and Saturday, May 9 (9 a.m.–1 p.m.) Continue Reading →

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