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The renewed focus on thrifting is driven in party by a reaction against fast fashion and a desire for sustainability, especially among the young people. There are three popular thrift shops in Greenwich: Rummage Room in Old Greenwich, The Marketplace by Fofie and Mia’s in Byram, and the Greenwich Auxiliary Thrift Shop in Chickahominy.
Campers head out on camp boats – the Pelagic Beast in Greenwich – to explore the waters of the Long Island Sound, for a complete, unique outdoor experience. Guided by Coast Guard licensed captains daily, children are taught the basic fundamentals needed to catch their own fish.
A Greenwich high school student spent this spring conducting hands-on marine research through the SoundWaters Research Intensive (SRI), studying topics ranging from kelp farming to biodiversity. Their work offers a compelling look at how students are engaging with local environmental issues and Long Island Sound.
Welcome to the 2026 GFP Summer Camp Guide. We will continue to add camps. Contact Heather Brown at [email protected] for details.
Kyla Johnson has been selected the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich’s Youth of the Year 2016. Kyla, a student at Greenwich High School, was selected among several local outstanding youth, and will compete against other Boys & Girls Club members for the Connecticut Youth of the Year title and a $5,000 college scholarship from Boys & Girls Clubs of America Continue Reading →
Give your family the gift of friendship with a Fresh Air child! Each summer, nearly 4,000 New York City children visit suburban, rural and small town communities along the East Coast from North Carolina to Maine and Canada through The Fresh Air Fund’s Friendly Towns Program. This summer, join volunteer host families in the Southwest Coast area who open their hearts and homes to New York City children. Continue Reading →
Potholes cost US drivers about $3 billion annually, according to AAA, who urge state and local governments to fully fund and prioritize road maintenance to reduce vehicle damage, repair costs and driver frustration. If a pothole can’t be avoided, reduce your speed. But check your rearview mirror before any abrupt braking. Just before you roll into the pothole, release your foot off the brake. Hitting a pothole at higher speeds or with locked brakes greatly increases the chances of damaging your tires, wheels and suspension components. Continue Reading →
Photo Contributed by Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich: Featured (left to right): Jennifer Confalone, NEBCO employee and BGCG Alum; Bobby Walker, Jr., CEO of BGCG; Maryann Smith and Donna Gerard, Principals from NEBCO. Continue Reading →
March 20 is a freebie double feature starting with another fantastic Curiosity Concert for everyone interested in the arts in Greenwich. The Woodwind Quintet of the New Haven Symphony Orchestra, joined by master storyteller Michael Boudewyns, will perform Peter and the Wolf. Come to the Curiosity Concert at the Cole Auditorium at 1:00pm, and immediately afterward, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which will pass right by the Library. Continue Reading →
Parkway School Principal Patricia Allen has accepted a position as Principal of the Smith College Campus School in Northampton, MA, effective July 1, 2016. She is heading to a K-6 school on the campus of Smith College in Massachusetts. Continue Reading →
The all female “dream team” of the Greenwich International Film Festival discuss their mission for the exciting 2016, second annual season. Actress-director-author Illeana Douglas comes to town for a thrilling conversation. Continue Reading →
Come support the Greenwich High School girls hockey team on Tuesday, Feb. 23 at Joey B’s from 3pm til 8pm. The girls will be serving up burgers, hot dogs, salads and much more. Continue Reading →
Up to the minute Greenwich property transfers include 3 Juniper Lane fro $1,020,000 and 29 Winthrop Drive for $4,075,000 Continue Reading →
Wheelock Design and LUXE Interiors + Design Celebrated the grand opening of Wheelock Design Studio while guest enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails with by expert mixologist and author Warren Bobrow. Continue Reading →