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Greenwich Chamber of Commerce Countdown to Sidewalk Sales 2026

By: greenwichfreepress | 6 hours ago

This year participating local merchants – in downtown Greenwich Avenue from Putnam Ave to Railroad Ave, and neighboring side streets – will offer both indoor and outdoor shopping options. New this year, there will be a “Non Profit Village” on Sunday in front of the Havemeyer building.

Sports

Greenwich Crew Dominate Northeast Regional Championships

Competing against the top junior rowing programs from across the Northeast on May 16–17, Greenwich Crew amassed 864 points to claim the Overall Team Points Trophy, while also capturing both the Men’s and Women’s team titles.

Health

Connecticut + 9 Other States See 18% Drop in Suicide Rates among Young People with Launch of 988

Crisis call volume in Connecticut has increased nearly 350 percent since the 2022 launch of 988. In FY 2025 alone, 988 CT responded to more than 55,000 calls.

Arts

Author of Judy Blume Biography, Mark Oppenheimer to Speak at Greenwich Reform Synagogue

Mark Oppenheimer will be at Greenwich Reform Synagogue on Sunday, May 31 to talk about his landmark biography of Judy Blume titled “Judy Blume: A Life.” RSVP by phone or email.

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Police & Fire

Paroled Stratford Man Charged with Threatening His Cos Cob Family

By: greenwichfreepress | April 14, 2015

After threatening several family members with a large knife, Kristopher Chimblo, 26, of 45 Coe Ave in Stratford, was arrested and charged with Threatening 2nd degree and Disorderly Conduct on April 13 at about 9:00pm. His parole officer was notified of the incident. Continue Reading →

Arts

Greenwich Students Make Bowls for Neighbor to Neighbor’s 40th Anniversary

By: greenwichfreepress | April 14, 2015

Students at Central Middle School, Country Day and Sacred Heart made bowls for Neighbor to Neighbor’s 40th anniversary celebration and fundraiser,“Filling Bowls for 40 Years” on April 24th. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Informative Presentation for Blind & Visually Impaired Scheduled at Greenwich Library

By: greenwichfreepress | April 14, 2015

Foundation Fighting Blindness is hosting a free speaker talk at Greenwich Library on Sunday where blind and visually impaired can learn about services and resources, and connect with others experiencing vision loss. Family and friends are welcome and encouraged to attend. Continue Reading →

Giving

Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich ZAC Campers Enjoy Show-and-Tell with Fire Dept.

By: greenwichfreepress | April 13, 2015

Part 2 in a series about ZAC Camp, primarily a water safety camp. Part of the first day’s activities included a session with the Fire Department. Assistant Fire Chief and fire fighters Constantino and Bataille showed campers inside the ladder truck after fully extending the ladder 95′ ft in the air. Continue Reading →

Giving

Boys & Girls Club Hosts ZAC Camp: Olympics Swimmer Rowdy Gaines Jumps in to Help Teach

By: greenwichfreepress | April 13, 2015

Monday was the first day of ZAC camp at the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich, where 117 children signed up to learn about water safety and take swimming lessons. A highlight of the day was time with Rowdy Gaines who won three gold medals for swimming in the Olympics. He even let every child have a turn holding one of his gold medals. Continue Reading →

Schools

CBS “60 Minutes” Producer to Speak at Stanwich School Commencement

By: greenwichfreepress | April 13, 2015

CBS Producer Draggan Mihailovich will speak at Stanwich School’s 2nd annual commencement. Mr. Mihailovich is a Stanwich School parent. He was invited to speak by the class of 2015. Graduation is set for May 28. Continue Reading →

Giving

Large Turnout at Connecticut Against Gun Violence (CAGV) Luncheon

By: greenwichfreepress | April 13, 2015

About 240 people attended a benefit for Connecticut Against Gun Violence with keynote speaker, Michael Waldman, President of the Brennan Center for Justice at New York University. Mr. Waldman discussed the history of the Second Amendment. Also in attendance were US Senators for Connecticut Chris Murphy and Richard Blumenthal. Continue Reading →

Arts

New Exhibit at Bruce Museum: Madagascar – Ghosts of the Past

By: greenwichfreepress | April 13, 2015

Have you ever seen a carnivorous dinosaur? How about a pygmy hippo? Or a snub-nosed crocodilian? Well, now you can. Madagascar: Ghosts of the Past, is a new exhibition in the Bruce Museum’s science gallery. Madagascar: Ghosts of the Past runs from April 11 until November 8. Continue Reading →

Tiny New York Kitchen: Classic Strawberry Shortcake

By: greenwichfreepress | April 13, 2015

“With juicy strawberries spooned over sweet and tender biscuits, old-fashioned strawberry shortcakes are the perfect springtime dessert. If the berries are very sweet, decrease the sugar to suit your taste. Drop the dough easily by using a lightly greased 1/3 cup dry measure.” – Victoria Hart Glavin of Tiny New York Kitchen Continue Reading →

Arts

Guitar Virtuoso Daniel Lippel to Play at St. Catherine of Siena Church

By: greenwichfreepress | April 13, 2015

Guitar virtuoso Daniel Lippel joins conductor Mark Kaczmarczyk and orchestra in Joaquin Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranquez at St. Catherine of Siena Church on Saturday, April 25th at 8:00 pm. Continue Reading →

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