3rd Annual Lighthouse Tea Dance at Foundation House in Back Country Greenwich to Raise Funds for Kids In Crisis, Lighthouse LGBTQ Division

“Given the economic and political challenges this past year, which have had immense impacts on our public schools and communities – it is more important than ever before to show up, donate to our LGBTQ+ Causes, especially queer youth. Please buy a ticket and join us at Foundation House on September 7 to make this event a success!” – Christian Meskers, event co-chair Continue Reading →

Wold: Bush Statue Application Refers to “Veteran’s Park.” What Is It and What Land Does it Cover?

“I have just read a GFP article (Site Plan for Illuminated George HW Bush Statue with Seating Wall Outside Havemeyer Building Submitted to P&Z Aug 19, 2025) about the proposed President George H.W. Bush statue in something the application refers to as ‘Veteran’s Park’ on Greenwich Avenue. I am surprised by the name and further, what is this ‘Veteran’s Park’ exactly, and what area does it cover?” – David Wold Continue Reading →

Greenwich’s Justin Bernstein Named 2025 Davidson Fellow, Awarded $50,000 Scholarship

Justin Bernstein, a first-year Yale University student, designed a bioengineering approach to slow the melting of Arctic ice by enhancing its reflective surface. His project uses genetically modified cold-resistant bacteria, known as cryobacteria, to increase the ice’s albedo, reflecting more sunlight and reducing heat absorption. This technique could help mitigate climate change–induced sea level rise. Continue Reading →