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Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Things to do in and around Greenwich

... at gtcitydesk@scni.com. On Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Greenwich Civic Center , 90 Harding Road, Old Greenwich, is the first Health and Wellness Expo designed for residents 55 years and older. The event, which will feature flu and ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6541359.php

Manon DeFelice connects time-crunched parents with flexible work

Where are you from? Old Greenwich, CT. I grew up outside of Boston. My mom emigrated from Czechoslovakia as political refugee; my dad is French-American.

via http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/1096921/the-pitch-manon-defelice

Teens Kick Off Fight Against Alzheimer's With Charity Party In Greenwich

The Alzheimer's Youth Alliance will host its inaugural Stand for Alzheimer's Teen Charity Event on Saturday from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Old Greenwich Civic Center in Greenwich. The event will feature dancing, music and refreshments and officially kicks off the Fairfield County Walk to End Alzheimer's set for Sunday, Oct 4, in Norwalk.

via http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/teens-kick-off-fight-against-alzheimers-with-charity-party-in-greenwich/592082/

Tuesday, September 29, 2015

An Early 'Christmas Spectacular' Comes to Old Greenwich

Youngsters in Old Greenwich were treated to a visit with the fabled Radio City Music Hall Rockettes who dropped by Rosie's Frozen Yogurt. It was 'a little bit of Christmas right this very minute' for a legions of youngsters at the Rosie's Frozen Yogurt in Old Greenwich Tuesday afternoon.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/early-christmas-spectacular-comes-old-greenwich-0?

An Early 'Christmas Spectacular' Comes to New Canaan

... with Grooms and Nassif. After their visit in New Canaan, Grooms and Nassif visited Rosie's Frozen Yogurt in Old Greenwich, in partnership with Patch, where dozens of youngsters - many aspiring dancers - squealed in delight as they met the dancers ...

via http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/early-christmas-spectacular-comes-new-canaan?

Pauline Amen, 84, Stamford Resident

She started her position as a bookkeeper for the Clam Box restaurant in Old Greenwich at the age of 23 and worked there 32 years until its closing in 1986.

via http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/pauline-amen-84-stamford-resident/592266/

Things to do in and around Greenwich

... 203-622-3990. On Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center, 90 Harding Road, Old Greenwich, is the first Health and Wellness Expo designed for residents 55 years and older. The event, which will feature flu and pneumonia ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6538632.php

Come See the Radio City Rockettes

Members of the famed Radio City Music Hall Rockettes dance troupe are coming to Greenwich on Tuesday to give residents an early holiday treat. They are scheduled to be at Rosie's Frozen Yogurt, 235 Sound Beach Ave., in Old Greenwich at 3 p.m. Tuesday.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/come-see-radio-city-rockettes-0?

Monday, September 28, 2015

New Study Examines Number of Greenwich Ashley Madison 'Cheaters'

... percentage of users. No names were revealed. (In addition to Greenwich, there is a breakdown for Cos Cob, Old Greenwich and Riverside.) According to RoadSnacks, there were over 32 million accounts created on Ashley Madison, and the going consensus ...

via http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/new-study-examines-number-greenwich-ashley-madison-cheaters-0?

Sunday, September 27, 2015

375! Greenwich celebrates a landmark birthday in style

... it makes you feel good to live here. A lot of hard work went into it, you can tell." Marian Henngier of Old Greenwich came out early to find a good spot to put down a lawn chair and watch with family members. She reflected on the changing nature of ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/375-Greenwich-celebrates-a-landmark-birthday-in-6533676.php

Saturday, September 26, 2015

Old Greenwich Taekwando master writes screenplay to advance his teachings

Grand Master Kang, a marital arts master, teaches a class in tae kwon do at his studio in Old Greenwich Friday. Ik Jo Kang is the subject of an upcoming film about his life.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Old-Greenwich-Taekwando-master-writes-screenplay-6532297.php

Greenwich schools have displaced students in the past

... a roof leak in a classroom. Students were split up and sent to six schools: Cos Cob, Glenville, North Street, Old Greenwich, Parkway and classrooms inside the Western building. They stayed split up for the remainder of the school year, subject to ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Greenwich-schools-have-displaced-students-in-the-6532276.php

Greenwich, CT Residential Real Estate Blog and Analysis: September 25th-27th

... Report Greater Greenwich August Report Greenwich August Report Cos Cob August Report Riverside August Report Old Greenwich August Report Please let me know if you would like me to provide customized information or statistics for you based on your ...

via http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-ct-residential-real-estate-blog-analysis-september-25th-27th-0?

Friday, September 25, 2015

Things to do in and around Greenwich

... 203-667-1682. On Saturday at 1 p.m. at Tod's Point and at 8 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency, West Putnam Avenue, Old Greenwich, are events for the 20th reunion of the Greenwich High Class of 1995. The first event, which runs until 4 p.m., is a family ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6530740.php

Things to do in and around Greenwich

... 203-667-1682. On Saturday at 1 p.m. at Tod's Point and at 8 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency , West Putnam Avenue, Old Greenwich, are events for the 20th reunion of the Greenwich High Class of 1995. The first event, which runs until 4 p.m., is a family ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6527944.php

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Things to do in and around Greenwich

... 203-667-1682. On Saturday at 1 p.m. at Tod's Point and at 8 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency, West Putnam Avenue, Old Greenwich, are events for the 20th reunion of the Greenwich High Class of 1995. The first event, which runs until 4 p.m., is a family ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6525399.php

Firefighter Honored for Saving Old Greenwich Man's Life

Without any gear, the off-duty firefighter charged into a burning garage and pulled the victim to safety back in March. The off-duty Stamford Firefighter who pulled a man from a burning garage following an explosion in Old Greenwich earlier this year, has been awarded the Police and Firemen's Insurance Association's Heroes Hall of Fame award.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/firefighter-honored-saving-old-greenwich-mans-life-0?

Extra Trains, Cancelled Trains: Pope US Visit 2015

... from New Haven, which departs Stamford at 7:27 AM, will run express and will not make its normal stops at Old Greenwich, Riverside, Cos Cob and Greenwich. -The 7:13 AM train from New Canaan, departing Stamford at 7:31 AM, will make additional stops ...

via http://patch.com/new-york/pelham/extra-trains-cancelled-trains-pope-us-visit-2015-0?

Extra Trains, Cancelled Trains: Pope US Visit 2015

... from New Haven, which departs Stamford at 7:27 AM, will run express and will not make its normal stops at Old Greenwich, Riverside, Cos Cob and Greenwich. -The 7:13 AM train from New Canaan, departing Stamford at 7:31 AM, will make additional stops ...

via http://patch.com/new-york/newcity/extra-trains-cancelled-trains-pope-us-visit-2015?

Local Artist on Display at Bankwell in New Canaan

... as numerous honorable mentions. Ms. Rahn has also received prizes at the Darien Art Show, the Art Society of Old Greenwich, the Greenwich Art Society and the Spectrum Art Exhibition. She has exhibited at many other art associations and has been on ...

via http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/local-artist-display-bankwell-new-canaan?

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Things to do in and around Greenwich

... 203-667-1682. On Sept. 26 at 1 p.m. at Tod's Point and at 8 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency, West Putnam Avenue, Old Greenwich, are events for the 20th reunion of the Greenwich High Class of 1995. The first event, which runs until 4 p.m., is a family ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6522760.php

Numet Announces Successful Award of Several New Long Term Agreements

... Numet holds ISO-9001 Rev C, AS9100 and Nadcap certifications. About Kidd & Company Kidd & Company, LLC is an Old Greenwich, Connecticut-based principal investment firm. KCO traces its roots to 1976 when William Kidd made his first private equity ...

via http://www.freshnews.com/news/1130988/numet-announces-successful-award-several-new-long-term-agreements

The Board of Representatives' Legislative and Rules Committee on.... photo: 8655621 slideshow 847

The Board of Representatives' Legislative and Rules Committee on Monday will take up the proposed sale of a sliver of city-owned land on Fairfield Avenue to the Innis Arden Golf Club in Old Greenwich.

via http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-8655621.php

Monday, September 21, 2015

Things to do in and around Greenwich

... 203-667-1682. On Sept. 26 at 1 p.m. at Tod's Point and at 8 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency, West Putnam Avenue, Old Greenwich, are events for the 20th reunion of the Greenwich High Class of 1995. The first event, which runs until 4 p.m., is a family ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6519969.php

94-Year-Old Greenwich Woman Victim of Distraction Burglary

Police said one suspect distracted the woman in her yard while another went inside the victim's home and stole items worth thousands. A 94-year-old Greenwich woman was the victim of a distraction burglary on Friday when one suspect discussed fencing the woman's yard while a second suspect went inside the victim's home and swiped cash and jewelry.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/94-year-old-greenwich-woman-victim-distraction-burglary-0?

Sunday, September 20, 2015

Things to do in and around Greenwich

... On Sunday at 10 a.m. at the First Congregational Church of Greenwich , 108 Sound Beach Ave., Old Greenwich, is the fall kickoff to the church's 350th anniversary celebration. Morning service followed by food, entertainment and a magic show. Call the ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6516401.php

This Week in Stamford

The Board of Representatives' Legislative and Rules Committee on Monday will take up the proposed sale of a sliver of city-owned land on Fairfield Avenue to the Innis Arden Golf Club in Old Greenwich. On Monday at 6 p.m., the Personnel Committee of the Board of Representatives will ask human resources Director Clemon Williams to review how his office has worked to verify whether city employees' dependents are eligible to be classified as such.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/This-Week-in-Stamford-6514826.php

This Week in Stamford

The Board of Representatives' Legislative and Rules Committee on Monday will take up the proposed sale of a sliver of city-owned land on Fairfield Avenue to the Innis Arden Golf Club in Old Greenwich. On Monday at 6 p.m., the Personnel Committee of the Board of Representatives will ask human resources Director Clemon Williams to review how his office has worked to verify whether city employees' dependents are eligible to be classified as such.

via http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/news/article/This-Week-in-Stamford-6514826.php

Friday, September 18, 2015

New women's shoe store opens in Old Greenwich

Audrey Aguilar, owner of Lily, a shoes and accessories store at 250 Sound Beach Ave., at the store in Old Greenwich. Aguilar just opened her store and named it after her daughter, Lily.

via http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/New-women-s-shoe-store-opens-in-Old-Greenwich-6514735.php

Properties with striking garden features

... bed, outdoor heated pool and sauna, 1.25 acres. A 1.75m Strutt & Parker 01223-459500. Hillcrest Park Road, Old Greenwich, Connecticut, US. This house dates from 1902 and retains its leaded glass windows. The grounds contain a Japanese Buddhist ...

via http://moneyweek.com/properties-with-striking-garden-features/

Thursday, September 17, 2015

CheckPoint HR Hosts Educational Human Resources Roundtable Events

... September 24 at Blue Morel, Westin Governor Morris- Morris County, NJ; on Tuesday, September 29 at The Hyatt, Old Greenwich, Fairfield County, CT; and on Wednesday, September 30 at The Muse Hotel, Midtown Manhattan, NY. To reserve a seat or for more ...

via http://www.prweb.com/releases/2015/09/prweb12967750.htm

westchester: Chinese Investor Buying Yonkers...

... partner in the development of the Hudson Park River Club. In a news release issued by Collins Enterprises, the Old Greenwich, CT-based developer reported that with this new building, Strategic Capital's total investment will reach $250 million. The ...

via http://www.globest.com/news/12_1198/westchester/multifamily/Chinese-Investor-Buying-Yonkers-Waterfront-Projects-361708-1.html

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Mackenzie's to reopen as Old Greenwich Social Club

Craig Robinson enjoys a drink at the bar of Mackenzie's Grill Room in Old Greenwich neighborhood of Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, March 1, 2015. Robinson remembers going to the bar in the late 1970s when it was called Tracks, moved away for a time, and moved back across the street and has been a regular since the late 1990s.

via http://m.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/Mackenzie-s-to-reopen-as-Old-Greenwich-Social-6509772.php

Things to do in and around Greenwich

Local children raised more than $600 for the charity "Save the Children" of Syria by collecting rocks from the beach, painting them and selling them over the weekend. The first day, the youngsters, shown here, put their outside the fire station in Old Greenwich on Sound Beach Avenue.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6509808.php

Mackenzie's to reopen as Old Greenwich Social Club

Craig Robinson hangs out at the bar of Mackenzies Grill Room in the Old Greenwich neighborhood of Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, March 1, 2015. Robinson remembers going to the bar in the late 1970s when it was called Tracks, moved away for a time, and moved back across the street and has been a regular since the late 1990s.

via http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Mackenzie-s-to-reopen-as-Old-Greenwich-Social-6509772.php

Greenwich Scouting to Host 'Joining Night'

... Cub Scouts. The Joining Night will be held on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Glenville, Hamilton Avenue, Old Greenwich, Cos Cob, North Street, Julian Curtiss and Parkway elementary schools. Youngsters and their families will be able to meet ...

via http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-scouting-host-joining-night-0?

Beat the Flu Season Early -- Get a Flu Shot

... Expo (formerly the Senior Health Fair) will be held at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center, 90 Harding Rd., Old Greenwich. Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 15: at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center, 90 Harding Rd., Old Greenwich. Hours: 3:30 to 6 p.m. ...

via http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/beat-flu-season-early-get-flu-shot-0?

Heineken Usa Appoints Old Greenwich Resident to Corporate Communications Post

Old Greenwich resident Amy Palladino was recently hired as the Senior Director of Corporate Communications by HEINEKEN USA, the company announced. In her role, Palladino reports to Tara Rush, SVP and Chief Corporate Relations officer, and joins the HEINEKEN USA management team.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/heineken-usa-appoints-old-greenwich-resident-corporate-communications-post-0?

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Children decorate, sell stones to help others 'become luckier'

Old Greenwich 7-year-olds Clara Pita, left, and Anna Lenschow, sell painted rocks outside of Sweet Pea's Bakery in Old Greenwich, Conn. Monday, Sept.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/articleGallery/Children-decorate-sell-stones-to-help-others-6504457.php

Monday, September 14, 2015

Briefly ...

... Oct. 1 - Nov. 8. A new store specializing in shoes and accessories opens Tuesday at 250 Soundbeach Avenue in Old Greenwich. The store, called Lily, will feature brands including Sigerson Morrison , Frye, Bettye Muller , Joie, Delman, Superga, ...

via http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/business/article/Briefly-6503975.php

Community Picnic and Magic Show Kicks Off Fall Season in Old Greenwich

The 'Founding Church' of Greenwich kicks off the fall season with a community picnic and magic show this Sunday, Sept. 20. Everyone welcome! All are invited to The First Congregational Church of Greenwich at 108 Sound Beach Ave, Old Greenwich this Sunday, Sept.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/community-picnic-magic-show-kicks-fall-season-old-greenwich-0?

Greenwich Republicans vow to fight Hartford for local control

First Selectman Peter Tesei speaks during the Greenwich Republican Town Committee annual clambake at Greenwich Point Park in Old Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, Sept.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/articleGallery/Greenwich-Republicans-vow-to-fight-Hartford-for-6502261.php

Friday, September 11, 2015

Things to do in and around Greenwich

Yezu Woo will be one of the featured soloists at the 7 p.m. Sept. 27 Gateway Orchestra performance at First Congregational Church of Greenwich, 108 Sound Beach Ave., Old Greenwich.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/articleGallery/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6499538.php

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Tour de Greenwich set for Sept. 13

... Greenwich High School, in Greenwich, in Conn., Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. Photo: Helen Neafsey Ryan Atkinson, of Old Greenwich, left, and Bill White, of Kent, look over the map at the 29th annual HSS Tour de Greenwich, hosted by Threads & Treads, at ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/articleGallery/Tour-de-Greenwich-set-for-Sept-13-6491774.php

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Off the Avenue: Chillybear lives on in Old Greenwich

... toy or whatever and people knew each other," Fulton said. "It was a lot different." Fulton moved Chillybear to Old Greenwich in 2009, bringing years of photos and Chillybear stories with him. The business started when Fulton and a group of 11 ...

via http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/business/article/Off-the-Avenue-Chillybear-lives-on-in-Old-6491427.php

Saturday, September 5, 2015

Man hit by falling tree in Greenwich remains in ICU, listed as stable

Workmen dispose of a tree at the aftermath of the scene in which according to Greenwich Police a massive tree fell on a contractor who was leaving a residence at Benjamin Street in Old Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Sept. 4, 2015.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/articleGallery/Man-hit-by-falling-tree-in-Greenwich-remains-in-6487218.php

Friday, September 4, 2015

Man seriously injured after large tree falls in Old Greenwich

A massive tree on Benjamin Street fell and struck a Milford man as he was getting into his vehicle on Friday. Photo: / Ken Borsuk Photo Workmen dispose of a tree at the aftermath of the scene in which according to Greenwich Police a massive tree fell on a contractor who was leaving a residence at Benjamin Street in Old Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Sept.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/articleGallery/Man-seriously-injured-after-massive-tree-in-Old-6485541.php

Plumber Seriously Injured When Tree Falls In Old Greenwich, Conn.

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via http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2015/09/04/old-greenwich-tree-falls/

Tree falls in Old Greenwich, seriously injures Milford man

Greenwich police said the incident happened at about 1:15 p.m. Greenwich first responders were dispatched to Benjamin Street in Old Greenwich on a report of a massive tree falling and striking a man. Upon arrival Greenwich firefighters removed the male patient from underneath the large tree and Greenwich Emergency Medical Service paramedics began medical aid.

via http://www.milfordmirror.com/49197/tree-falls-in-old-greenwich-seriously-injures-milford-man/

Massive tree falls; injures man in Greenwich

First responders were called out to Benjamin Street in Old Greenwich after reports of a "massive" tree falling and striking a man. Greenwich firefighters were able to free the man from under the tree, he has been transported to Stamford Hospital with serious injuries.

via http://wtnh.com/2015/09/04/massive-tree-falls-injures-man-in-greenwich/

Tree Falls on Milford Plumbing Contractor in Old Greenwich

According to police, first responders were dispatched to the area around 1:15 p.m. on Friday. Firefighters removed the male patient from underneath the tree and he was given medical aid.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/milford/tree-falls-milford-plumbing-contractor-old-greenwich-0?

Thursday, September 3, 2015

Hotel upgrades: J House and others opt for amenities

... conferences and retreats." Luxury hotels near J House include the Hyatt Regency at 1800 E. Putnam Ave. in Old Greenwich and the waterfront Delamar Greenwich Harbor on Steamboat Road. These hotels also offer business services, spas and on-site ...

via http://www.newstimes.com/business/article/Hotel-upgrades-J-House-and-others-opt-for-6483194.php

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Greenwich begins review of signage regulations

... which is set further back from the road, large letters are less appropriate for business in areas like Old Greenwich, where the maximum viewing distance is much shorter. "We're hoping to establish some guidelines so that applicants design their ...

via http://m.norwalkcitizenonline.com/business/article/Greenwich-begins-review-of-signage-regulations-6479030.php

Greenwich begins review of signage regulations

... which is set further back from the road, large letters are less appropriate for business in areas like Old Greenwich, where the maximum viewing distance is much shorter. "We're hoping to establish some guidelines so that applicants design their ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/business/article/Greenwich-begins-review-of-signage-regulations-6479030.php

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