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Ephemera Show in Greenwich Shows Off the Beauty of Printed Collectible Paper

The Ephemera Fair dazzled collectors and browsers at the Hyatt Regency Hotel on Old Greenwich over the weekend with displays from an international group of dealers. The show’s promotor, Marvin Getman explains: “I have found that people who like antiques – once they attend a book and paper fair – often get hooked and become regulars at my fairs, which, fortunately, have gained a reputation for being well curated for quality.” See the photos for gorgeous examples of the hot collectible – Ephemera. Continue Reading →

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Fairfield County Antique & Design and Isabella Garrucho Fine Art to Host “In Bed with Marilyn” Reception

Fairfield County Antique and Design, together with Isabella Garrucho Fine Art, are pleased to announce its newest exhibit featuring works of photographer Bert Stern. On Thursday, March 31, 2016, the cocktail reception for “In Bed with Marilyn,” will be co-hosted by Hästens. Bert Stern conceived of his ultimate photographic romance with a vivacious woman on his flight to Rome in the spring of 1962. Stern spent three sessions with Marilyn Monroe shooting for Vogue Magazine in Los Angeles Hotel Bel-Air in late June 1962, six weeks before the great star’s death. These sessions produced extraordinarily beautiful and unique images of Marilyn, known famously as “The Last Sitting.” Continue Reading →

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In Chickahominy, Happy Days Are Here Again. Garden Catering Reopens after Major Renovation

The wait for major renovation of Garden Catering at 177 Hamilton Ave in Chickahominy is over. Since a fire forced the eatery to close in December 2014, loyal customers have waited patiently.
“We’re happy to put it all behind us and greet all our loyal regular customers,” said Frank Carpenteri on opening day. “They’re smiling on the way in the door. And they’re smiling when they leave.” Continue Reading →

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SOLD: The Chicken Joe’s Building in Cos Cob Has a New Owner

The familiar Chicken Joe’s building at 235 East Putnam Ave sold on March 1 as a package of three, including 241 East Putnam Ave and 2 Relay Place. The sale price was $2,800,000. Joe Marini, who is an active and generous volunteer in the community, has been operating out of the modest green and white building for 23 years. Continue Reading →

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Christine Georgopulos on the Power of Dance at Arthur Murray

“Some people pass us a thousand times on Lewis Street. Then, one day, for whatever reason, they come upstairs. Maybe they’ve seen Dancing with the Stars. Maybe they have a wedding or a party to go to. Maybe they’re going to Buenos Aires and want to learn the Tango. But when they step inside they’re blown away.” – Christine Georgopulo Continue Reading →

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MK Designs’ Mantra: Less is More, Old is New in Central Greenwich

Best friends Kate DiLascia and Melissa Straub of MK Designs LLC have renovated 18 Connecticut Ave, formerly a two-family home with a hastily enclosed front porch. They reconfigured the house to accommodate routines of a busy family in 2016, and widened the openings between rooms to let in light abundant light. An open house is scheduled for March 13, from 1:00 – 3:00pm.
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The Latest Buzz: Author of Beekeeping for Dummies Speaks at the Greenwich Gardens Club’s Pollinator Potluck

The latest buzz: The Greenwich Garden Club and Garden Educational Center hosted the 2nd Pollinator’s Potluck with noted author of “Beekeeping for Dummies,” Howland Blackiston. It was a crowded event with lick-your-fingers honey delights and a passionate talk about the vanishing honey bee. Continue Reading →

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Legendary Cartoonist Ron Campbell Comes to C Parker Gallery – Creator of The Beatles Animated Series and Yellow Submarine

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to meet this legandary cartoonist, Ron Campbell at the C. Parker Gallery through Sunday, February 28. The artist animated the Beatles film “Yellow Submarine” and the Beatles Saturday morning cartoon show – what a colorful and mind-blowing experience it must have been! Continue Reading →

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