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Turner Franco Carries on Boat Sales Tradition at Former Ole’s Boatyard

On Saturdays Turner Franco sells kayaks, and soon hopes to sell paddleboards, at the boatyard at 350 Riverside Ave, where a recent renovation improved the dock. Today the family refers to the property simply as the boatyard. The property is also home to Arguimbau Art, an gallery featuring the marine themed paintings of Peter Arguimbau. Continue Reading →

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Art to the Ave Opening Festivities Set for First Thursday in May

Opening night of the 22nd annual Art to The Ave festival is set for Thursday, May 2 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. The festival is collaboration of local stores in the Greenwich Avenue area and local artists, made possible by the Greenwich Arts Council. Each May, with the overwhelming support of the Greenwich business community, the Arts Council turns Greenwich Avenue into a strolling gallery. 

The evening launches a truly spectacular show as musicians and street performers fill the street entertaining strollers. 

Most stores host receptions for the hundreds of visitors who attend to preview the work of over 120 artists. The artworks selected by the retailers remains in place through Memorial Day, so there is ample time for viewers to experience the “gallery” that downtown Greenwich becomes. 

All the art on display is for sale. New this year, all are invited to an after party to be held at the Greenwich Arts Council the night of May 2 from 7:30 to 9:00pm. Continue Reading →

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Outdoor Garden Furniture Sale This Saturday at Greenwich Exchange

The Back Courtyard boasts plentiful wrought iron patio sets from Patty’s Portico, including the name brands Brown Jordan, Woodard and Salterini, all in a charming setting.

The sale is April 13 from 10:00 to 2:00pm at The Greenwich Exchange, 28 Sherwood Place (around the corner from Glory Days Diner). Continue Reading →

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