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For many Scouts, the Camporee offered more than just a series of activities. It provided an opportunity to build skills, strengthen friendships and experience the outdoors in a structured and supportive environment.
Art to the Avenue returns this month, with opening night festivities set for Thursday, May 7 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. This year Art to the Ave runs May 7 – 25.
“Recently, I applied a planimeter—a mechanical tool for measuring hard copies of the site plan area, pre computers, of the existing and proposed plans for the Hamill Rink. The results: ‘The Flip’ adds approximately a 35% increase in impervious surfaces to Morlot Park.” – James O’Brien
The event’s centerpiece, the massive color throw, filled the park with bursts of bright eco-friendly powder as participants launched colors into the air – and at each other – in a joyful display of community and celebration.
The event included organizations that raise awareness of addiction including gambling, substance misuse, mental health and co-occurring disorders.
“Ink spilled here recently on how the rink redevelopment project should enjoy an ocean view…It may not be a water view, but when that Zamboni floats past the glass it will be as majestic as any ship on the Sound.” – Brian Raabe Continue Reading →
Greenwich Free Press and Stone Bridge Wine & Spirits (formerly LaBella’s Fine Wine & Spirits) are hosting a “Countdown to Summer” wine sampling event on Wed, May 6 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Continue Reading →
As of the end of March, $192,644 in legal fees from the First Selectman have been paid out of the law department budget, and $304,002 in school board legal fees have been invoiced but not paid. The town attorney, who per town charter is the one to approve legal bills, has recused herself. Continue Reading →
Graveside service will be held at Mount Calvary Cemetery in White Plains, New York Friday May 8 at 11:30 am. Continue Reading →
Earlier on Monday, the Supreme Court issued a temporary administrative stay until next Monday, allowing patients to continue to access mifepristone under the FDA requirements that have been in effect for years. Continue Reading →
The Cos Cob May Fair is Friday, May 15 from 3:45pm to 9:00pm and Saturday, May 16th from 3:00pm to 9:00pm at Cos Cob School. May Fair rides, including the super slide, ferris wheel, kids spinning teacups and fun house, are set-up on the Cos Cob School field. Continue Reading →
“The project recommended by the Task Force, with extremely broad public support and the clear support of the Board of Selectmen and every other governmental body which has examined it – is now before the RTM. Not Mr. Berg’s (or any other) rejected proposal.” – Joe Rothenberg Continue Reading →
With strong turnout and participation, International Night continues to establish itself as one of the most anticipated annual community events at Greenwich High School. Continue Reading →
“TURN ON THE AC: It may seem counter-intuitive, but at highway speeds this summer you should close your windows because the wind blowing around inside your car reduces its aerodynamics. When you park, try to find some shade so your car doesn’t get oven hot and require immediate AC when you get going again.” – Jim Cameron Continue Reading →
Hector Arzeno (D-151) and Steve Meskers (D-150) have secured an additional 15% pre-K reimbursement rate for Old Greenwich School, an outcome that was previously out of reach due to technicality tied to the project’s application date. This change translates into more than $8 million in additional reimbursement for the school’s renovation. Continue Reading →