Archive for October, 2008

Enchanted Orchard: Oct. 30

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

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Audubon
Greenwich, CT
613-5272
Events


A special Halloween tour of Audobn’s enchanted apple orchard, followed by a family friendly dinner party, live Halloween music and a live animal show, 6-8:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30, Audubon; $25 per family, RSVP is required; 613-5272.


FAP Parent Group: Oct. 27

Friends of Autistic People
Greenwich, CT
203-661-8510
General Interest


Friends of Autistic People presents a meeting focusing on planning for the future of your dependent with special needs, 7 to 9 p.m., Monday, Oct. 27, Christ Church; pizza and refreshments will be provided; 661-8510; Autisticadults.com.


Howl and Prowl: Oct. 25

Adopt-A-Dog
Greenwich, CT
000-000-0000
Events


Adopt-A-Dog presents the first annual costume parade for pets and people, 1-3, Saturday, Oct 25, beginning at Greenwich Town Hall and proceeding along greenwich Avenue ending at Pet pantry Warehouse; pre-registration fee is $20 per person or $35 per family until Oct. 10, after which the fee will be $30 per person and $45 per family, registration will be avaliable at Pet Pantry Warehouse stores in Greenwich and Rye, on Pet Pantry’s website Ppwpet.com and on Adopt-A-Dog’s website, Adoptadog.org.


Finding an Agent: Oct. 30

Just Books
Greenwich, CT
000-000-0000
General Interest


Learn how to find an agent with Leslie Gueguen and special guest Lucy Hedrick, local author, professional publishing coach, American pen Woman, Literary Lights chairperson and author of several books of nonfiction, who will discuss “How to Build your Publishing Platform, 10 a.m.- noon Thursday, Oct. 30, Greenwich Arts Council, 299 Greenwich Ave., 2nd floor; Justbooks.com.


Spooky Suzuki: Oct. 25

Greenwich Suzuki Academy
Greenwich, CT
000-000-0000
Arts


The Greenwich Suzuki Academy will hold it’s annual “Spooky Suzuki” recital, 5 p.m., Chapel of Christ Church, Saturday, Oct. 25; Greenwichsuzukiacademy.org.


Walking Tour: Nov. 1

Bush-Holley House
Greenwich, CT
869-6899
General Interest


Put on your walking shoes and discover the architectual treasures of Margaret Brassler Kane’s Strickland Road waterfront neighborhood, hear about the distinctive architectural and historical heritage of the district and visit the current exhibition of Kane’s sculpture in the gallery, 10:30 to noon, Saturday ,Nov. 1, Bush-Holley House; $15 per person, $12 for members; light refreshments served; reservations required; 869-6899; Bush-holley.org.

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Meet the Candidates: Oct. 31

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

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The Greenwich Chamber of Commerce
Greenwich, CT
869-3500
Events


The Greenwich Chamber of Commerce hosts a meet the candidates event for the 4th Congressional District, featuring United States Rep. Christopher Shays and his challenger, Cos Cob resident Jim Himes, 11:45 to 2, Friday, Oct. 31, Milbrook Club, Greenwich; $50 for Chamber members; $60 for non-members; add $10 if registering after Oct. 28; corporate tables of 10, $550; Greenwichchamber.com/events.asp to register; 869-3500.


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Greenwich, CT
203.983.5470
Wellness/Fitness


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Chess Lessons: Oct. 29

Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich
Greenwich, CT
869-3224
General Interest


Chess expert Felix Lopez teaches the game to all levels of players, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Wednesdays, Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich; 869-3224.


Finding an Agent: Oct. 30

Just Books
Greenwich, CT
000-000-0000
General Interest


Learn how to find an agent with Leslie Gueguen and special guest Lucy Hedrick, local author, professional publishing coach, American pen Woman, Literary Lights chairperson and author of several books of nonfiction, who will discuss “How to Build your Publishing Platform, 10 a.m.- noon Thursday, Oct. 30, Greenwich Arts Council, 299 Greenwich Ave., 2nd floor; Justbooks.com.


Urban Problems and Solutions: Oct. 27

COMMUNITY CHANNEL
Greenwich, CT
000-000-0000
General Interest


Newark Mayor, Cory Booker, a rising national star, will discuss Urban Problems and Solutions, 12:30 to 1:30, Monday, Oct. 27, First Congregational Church.

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Brazil Plans to Sell $50 Billion of Currency Swaps to Defend Value of Real

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

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Brazil’s central bank pledged to sell $50 billion of currency swaps, its boldest move yet to stem a two-month, 28 percent tumble in the real that has saddled companies with losses and sparked concern inflation …


Food Bank fundraiser set for Oct. 22

The Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County, Inc., located at 461 Glenbrook Road, will hold its premier fundraising event at The Stamford Yacht Club on Wednesday, Oct.


Pencil It In

NoticesThe Friends of the Norwalk Public Library System requests that due to the upcoming Book Sale, patrons please hold further book donations until Monday, Nov.

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Pencil It In

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

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NoticesThe Friends of the Norwalk Public Library System requests that due to the upcoming Book Sale, patrons please hold further book donations until Monday, Nov.


Sternberg to Leave School Post

Dr. Betty Sternberg, superintendent of the Greenwich Public Schools, informed the Board of Education Wednesday that she has decided not to seek renewal of her contract.


Greenwich Lean Time

How are things going these days in an American town built on the wobbly stilts of investment banks and hedge funds? MEREDITH BRYAN takes a stroll down Greenwich Avenue, Connecticut Photographs by Joanne …


For Arch School’s Mullen, Teaching is Empowerment

Tony Mullen shines as a teacher. So much so he has been chosen one of four finalists in the 2009 Connecticut Teacher of the Year program.


Food Bank fundraiser set for Oct. 22

The Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County, Inc., located at 461 Glenbrook Road, will hold its premier fundraising event at The Stamford Yacht Club on Wednesday, Oct.


Poll Points to Dissatisfaction in Schools

According to the results of the 2008 Harris Interactive School Poll, there is growing dissatisfaction with Greenwich public schools.

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Smart Women Don’t Retire: Oct. 29th

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

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YWCA, Greenwich
Greenwich, CT
203-869-6501
General Interest


Explore your future at “Smart Women Don’t Retire: They break free from working full-time to living full-time” on Wednesday, October 29 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the Greenwich Library Meeting Room. Gail Rentsch, author and founding member of The Transition Network, will lead this workshop that focuses on the unique needs of women as they explore new possibilities and redesign the old model of retirement.

Participants will learn how to create new and exciting work and volunteer opportunities and how to discover new outlets for creativity and passion.

The workshop, free and open to the public, is co-sponsored by the YWCA and the Greenwich Library Peterson Business Program Series.

Register at www.ywcagreenwich.org, or call 869-6501, ext. 0.


Chess Lessons: Oct. 29

Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich
Greenwich, CT
869-3224
General Interest


Chess expert Felix Lopez teaches the game to all levels of players, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Wednesdays, Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich; 869-3224.


Bereavement Group Survivors of Suicide: Oct. 21

Center of Hope
Greenwich, CT
655-4693
General Interest


Support group for people who lost a loved one to suicide; 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, October 21; 590 Post Road, Darien; 655-4693; Centerofhope.org.


Special Order Event. 20% off. Savings extended thru 11/2.

Mitchell Gold And Bob Williams
Greenwich, CT
203.661.4480
Store


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45 East Putnam Avenue
203.661.4480
Monday – Saturday: 9:30am to 6:30pm
Sunday: 12pm to 5pm
Convenient parking available.


Lunch Art Lecture: Oct. 28

COMMUNITY CHANNEL
Greenwich, CT
203-869-6899
General Interest


Gillian Greenhill Hannum, professor of art history at Manhattanville College, examines the contemporary political, social and historic developments during Margaret Brassler Kane’s lifetime and shows how these events shaped and influenced her sculptures, 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28, Bush-Holley Historic Site, Cos Cob; part of lunchtime lecture series; bring a bag lunch or pre-order a box lunch; lecture: $10 per person, $8 for members; lecture series: $27 per person, $20 for members; box lunch, $10; registration, Bush-holley.org; 869-6899, ext. 18.

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VIP TEEN HOSPICE FUNDRAISER: Oct. 25

Saturday, October 25th, 2008

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Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care
Stamford, CT
203-276-3000
General Interest


SOCK HOP

MUSIC – FOOD - DANCING - FUN

TO BENIFIT THE RICHARD L. ROSENTHAL HOSPICE RESIDENCE

SATURDAY OCTOBER 25th

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

American Resturant and Route 22 Bar
1980 West Main Street
Stamford, CT
06902
(203)323-2229




Now Through October 31st, Give a Gift and Get a Gift at SPLURGE!

Splurge Unique Gifts
Greenwich, CT
203-869-7600
Store


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Save on Unlimited Monthly Packages at Bodd Fitness

bodd fitness
Greenwich, CT
203.983.5470
Wellness/Fitness


We've dropped our prices so you can get more of what we offer and pay less for it!  We want you to take more "Technique" and Spin classes…in fact we want you to take as many as you want.  As a new client you will receive one month of unlimited classes for only $149*.  As a regular client you will receive one month of unlimited technique classes for $199 and one month of unlimited spin classes for $129 or both combined for $249.
 
Check our website for details www.boddfitness.com
*First month for new clients only


Conversations with Peter Travers: Oct. 24

COMMUNITY CHANNEL
Pelham, NY
000-000-0000
Arts


Academy Award winning director Ron Howard is a special guest at the Picture House for “Conversations with Peter Travers” and a sneak preview of his newest film, Frost/Nixon, 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24, The Picture House, Pelham, New York; Thepicturehouse.org.


Cult Classics at The Avon: Oct. 23

The Avon
Greenwich, CT
661-0321
Arts


The Avon will be showing Dead Alive as part of their Cult Classics series; 9 p.m.; Thursday, Oct. 23; Avon Theatre, Stamford; 661-0321. 

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