The Town of Greenwich Department of Parks and Recreation in partnership with the Department of Public Works is pleased to announce the upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremony for the highly anticipated Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center.
This milestone event will mark the official opening of the state-of-the-art facility, designed to serve as a premier gathering space for community activities, events, and recreational programs.
Vintage photo of the “Greenwich Civic Center” from the oral history based on an interview with Charles Henninger, the first director of the civic center. The facility was originally a recreational space employees of Electrolux. The facility opened in 1950.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at 11:00am, with local officials, community leaders, and special guests in attendance to celebrate this significant achievement.
The event is open to the public, inviting all community members to join in the celebration.
The new civic center features modern amenities, versatile event spaces, and enhanced facilities to accommodate the diverse needs of the Greenwich community.
“This new center represents a major investment in our town’s future, providing a vibrant space for residents of all ages to come together,” said First Selectman, Fred Camillo in a press release. “We look forward to welcoming the community to this incredible facility and seeing it come to life with activities, programs, and events.”
Soft Opening & Community Programming
The first month of operations will serve as a soft opening, featuring drop-in programming designed to introduce residents to the facility and its offerings. Community members will have the opportunity to explore the space, participate in various activities, and provide feedback as the center prepares for a full schedule of events and programs.
Following this initial period, the Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center will launch its full programming schedule, offering a wide range of activities for all ages.
Additional details, including the official opening date and program schedule, will be announced soon.
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Generous Donors
The Town of Greenwich extends its deepest gratitude to the generous donors who made the Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center project possible. Their support and commitment to the community have played a crucial role in bringing this vision to life.
Also, a special thank you goes to the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation for their major donation, which made the construction of the Civic Center a reality. In recognition of their significant contribution, the building will bear their name. Additionally, we are deeply grateful to L. Scott and Icy Frantz for their generous donation to the gymnasium, which will be named the Frantz Gymnasium in honor of their commitment to the community.
The Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center stands as a testament to the power of community collaboration and philanthropy, and we are honored to celebrate this achievement together. Their generosity ensures that this new space will serve and inspire generations to come.
For more information and updates, please visit
www.greenwichct.gov/parksrec or follow Parks & Rec on social media via Facebook & Instagram:
@greenwichparksrec.
See also:
Hard Hat Tour of the Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center, On Track to Open in Fall 2024
March 19, 2024
PHOTOS: Moment of Nostalgia for Soon-to-Be-Demolished Eastern Greenwich Civic Center
Aug 14, 2022
PHOTOS: Golden Shovels Break Ground at the Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center
Oct 7, 2022
Eastern Greenwich Civic Center: From Electrolux Employee Rec Center to Heavily Used Town Treasure (By Ryan Bologna, August 2017)