Greenwich 1on1 forming Track Class for Kids Ages 10-14 beginning 11/3.
Thursday, October 30th, 2008Greenwich 1-on-1
Riverside, CT
203-344-9277
Sports
Kids ages 10-14 will enjoy this fast-paced, fun class with Olympic Development runner John Byrne
And collegiate track athlete Carrie Tarrant. John and Carrie will cover basic running technique and work with the kids to improve speed and Stamina — but we also throw in a lot of fun running games to improve skills.
This is a great class for overall fitness and for soccer, lacrosse,
And field hockey players where running is a large component of their sport.
Mondays 4-5pm, Loughlin Park, Cos Cob, beginning 11/3, $25 per class.
You must call to register (203) 344-9277 or email info@greenwich1on1.com.
“A Night in Paris/Une Nuit Paris” Benefit: Nov. 7
Bruce Museum
Greenwich, CT
203-869-6786
Events
More than a dozen Fairfield County and Westchester County restaurants are offering some of their finest French culinary selections at a Gala benefit evening with the theme “A Night in Paris / Une Nuit à Paris” on Friday, November 7, 2008, to support the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, CT. The fundraising event, held at 7 p.m. in the Museum galleries, melds exquisite French cuisine, extraordinary art, and generous community support from these superb area eating establishments as well as several local merchants who are supplying goods and services for the night to ensure a successful Museum fundraising event. The benefit, which also celebrates the Bruce’s major exhibition Paris Portraits: Artists, Friends, and Lovers, is being organized under the expert care Chef Jean-Louis Gerin and chaired by Nat Day, Jean Doyen de Montaillou, Leah Rukeyser, and Michel Witmer.
The evening features culinary tastings prepared by notable French restaurants such as La Bretagne, La Cremaillere, La Panetiere, Bistro 22, Figaro Bistro, Meli-Melo, Morello Restaurant, Rebeccas, Restaurant Jean-Louis, Chocopologie, St. Moritz Pastry Shop, the Kneaded Bread, and L'Escale, paired with fabulous French wines generously donated by Horseneck Wines and Liquors. Additional support comes from local merchants Thomas Henkelmann, Colony Florist, F.Schumacher & Co., j papers greenwich, ct, Smith Party Rentals, and Pierre Deux.
Joined by representatives from exhibition underwriters Betteridge Jewelers, Van Cleef & Arpels, and First Republic Bank, guests of A Night in Paris / Une Nuit à Paris can enjoy savory French delicacies and experience a fascinating glimpse at early 20th-century celebrities depicted in paintings, sculpture, and works on paper by renowned artists such as Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Constantin Brancusi, Amedeo Modigliani, Marcel Duchamp, and Max Ernst.
Ticket prices for A Night in Paris / Une Nuit à Paris are $300, $500, $1,000 and $2,500. Those who purchase tickets at the two higher levels will have an opportunity to win a stunning piece of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. All proceeds will benefit the Bruce Museum.
The event is open to the public and tickets are still available. For information or to receive an invitation, contact Jennifer Stern, Special Events Manager, at 203.869.6786, ext. 329, or jstern@brucemuseum.org.
The Bruce Museum is located at 1 Museum Drive in Greenwich, Connecticut. Free, on-site parking is available. The Bruce Museum is accessible to individuals with disabilities. For more Bruce Museum information, call (203) 869-0376, or visit the Bruce Museum website at www.brucemuseum.org.
COMMUNITY CHANNEL
Stamford, CT
524-4601
Events
Join Frank and Lori Mercede as they host Autumn Dreams, an evening of fine food and wine featuring celebrity chef Jacques Pepin to benefit Boundless Playgrounds, 5:30-9 p.m., Italian Center Banquet and Conference Facility, Stamford; for event details and sponsorship oppurtunities visit Boundlessplaygrounds.org; 524-4601; Boundlessplay008@aol.com.
