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This year, in response to efforts to slow the Covid-19 pandemic, large gatherings including the annual Memorial Day parade in Old Greenwich, were canceled. Instead, residents were invited to attend wreath laying ceremonies and maintain social distancing. Continue Reading →
Don Sylvester, Commander of the Byram Veterans Association, announced this week that while formal ceremonies for Memorial Day are cancelled around town, local veterans will observe the day at the various war memorials in town. Social distancing will be observed. Continue Reading →
Memorial Day is a day to remember the veterans of all wars, especially those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the nation. Continue Reading →
UPDATE: The Byram Veterans Association will host a memorial at the monument on the grounds of McKinney Terrace (former Byram School) adjacent to Dorothy Hamill Skating Rink on Sherman Avenue at 10:00am (not 9:00am as originally posted). This is the location of 13 plaques, each of which is mounted to a stone pedestal, to represent 13 Byram School alumni who perished in service of their country in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. Finally, after a long winter and seemingly months of rain, beach season is here. Beaches open officially Tod’s Point and Byram Park on Saturday, May 25. Also, the Greenwich Pool at Byram Park opens for the season on Saturday, May 25. Continue Reading →
Bill Bartlik has been running the concession at Island Beach for years. Now his son Alex is taking over that concession and Bill and his wife Christine have the contract to run both stands at Tod’s Point. Continue Reading →
Medal of Honor recipient Captain Bucha gave the keynote speech at Greenwich’s annual wreath laying ceremony. Continue Reading →
Photos of Monday’s Memorial Day Parade on Sound Beach Avenue in Old Greenwich courtesy of Leslie Perry. Continue Reading →
Thousands turned out for the Greenwich Town Party on Saturday. There were dozens of booths for non-profits, old fashioned carnival games and face painting for children. The line up of bands spanned the entire day, culminating in a performance by Steely Dan. Continue Reading →
Expect congested roads and crowded airports as 39 Million get pumped for Memorial Day travel. Continue Reading →
Holiday weekend events in Greenwich include Glenville’s parade and memorial service. Continue Reading →