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At Raphaël’s Bakery, Orange Awning Signals Welcoming Atmosphere, Superior Menu

By: greenwichfreepress | 3 hours ago

Raphaël’s Bakery on Mason Street in Greenwich is hard to miss, with its orange awning, matching outdoor seating, and cheerful spring flowers. When customers step inside, they are greeted with a wide display of pastries, sandwiches, baguettes and baked goods. Amelie ordered a turkey and comté sandwich, Julia ordered a vegetarian sandwich with a chocolate chip cookie, and Sara enjoyed a prosciutto and mozzarella sandwich.

Summer Camp

Code Ninjas Returns with Another Summer of COOL Enrichment

Kids don’t just “watch screens” – they build, create and problem-solve thrugh STEM • Robotics • 3D Printing • LEGO® Engineering • Game Design • AI • Minecraft • Drones • Building Cartoons & more.

Letter to the Editor

Bencivengo: Programs Like Saint Catherine’s Players are Not Expendable Luxuries

“At a time when we constantly speak about the mental health crisis facing children, the isolation many feel, and the need for meaningful connection and purpose, programs like Saint Catherine’s Players are not expendable luxuries. They are lifelines. They are ministries in their own right.” – Dr. Jennifer Bencivewngo

Arts

Meet More Artists You’ll Find at “Art in the Park” on Sunday, June 7

The event will feature dozens of local, up-and-coming artists, exhibiting and selling their works to the public, including oils, acrylics, mixed media, photography, watercolors, wood carvings, drawings, giclée prints, decoupages and much more.

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Arts

Greenwich’s Martin Kagan Hired as Managing Director of Performing Arts Sacred Heart University

By: | May 20, 2022

Kagan has more than 30 years of international, nonprofit management experience, specifically in the arts and theatre world. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

LETTER: A Chilling Message From The Greenwich RTC

By: | May 20, 2022

“Going into divisiveness overdrive, the missive goes on to say “Our culture is certifiably insane” citing
‘Men who think they are women,’ and, of course, women as a group are portrayed as villains; “’We slaughter the unborn in the name of freedom.’” – Dana Gordon Continue Reading →

Around Town

Cos Cob May Fair Is Back in 2022

By: | May 20, 2022

In addition to popular pizza fritta, there will be Scarpelli’s sausage, burgers, dogs, chili and more. Cotton candy, candy apples and even baked goods will be for sale as well. All the typical May Fair rides from the super slide to the ferris wheel, kids spinning teacups to a fun house have already arrived at the Cos Cob School field, ready for set-up on Friday. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Drastic Rise Seen in Need for Mental Health Care for Children Since Pandemic

By: greenwichfreepress | May 19, 2022

“Over the last couple years we’ve seen a drastic increase in the need for mental health for children. We all believe this is related to Covid lockdowns, the lack of socialization, and children living on the internet for purposes of school and socializing.” – Sergeant Brent Reeves, GPD Special Victims Unit Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

No Injuries Reported after Wednesday Trailer Fire Shuts Down I95

By: | May 19, 2022

The highway was completely closed for a period of time while apparatus were arriving. Continue Reading →

Business

Arch in Bloom Invites You to “Blooms & Brews”

By: greenwichfreepress | May 19, 2022

Celebrate spring at your local nursery and garden center, Arch in Bloom, with music, drinks & activities. Shop for your favorite seasonal plants and gifts. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Stone McGuigan: One Million and Counting

By: greenwichfreepress | May 19, 2022

” I was humbly reminded that Covid is still with us when I tested positive last week.” – Janet Stone McGuigan Continue Reading →

Government

Lamont: Families Can Apply for the 2022 CT Child Tax Rebate Beginning June 1

By: greenwichfreepress | May 19, 2022

Connecticut families can soon apply to receive a state tax rebate of up to $250 per child for a maximum of three children. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Free Interactive Webinar: Cultivating Connecticut Grown By Sea

By: | May 19, 2022

Join a panel that will include shellfish and kelp aquaculturists. The hosts wish to engage everyone, and all are welcome. Continue Reading →

Food Drink Restaurants

Talented Greenwich 13 -Year-Old Baker Drums up Sweet Business for Charity

By: greenwichfreepress | May 19, 2022

Khushi is completely self-taught, and says that she has perfected her recipes, which she makes herself, through an abundance of practice. Continue Reading →