Greenwich Post
:
Postings
May 8, 2008
Friday, May 9
Old world oils
Peter Arguimbau holds an art reception for a display of his new oil paintings, 5 to 8, Friday, May 9, 121 East Middle Patent Road; 550-9791.
B.E.S.T. Cocktail
Soldiers For The Truth and Richards of Greenwich host a Best Equipment to Support the Troops Cocktail to raise awareness and support our troops, 6:30 to 9, Friday, May 9, Richards of Greenwich; reservations required; minimum donation $250; 629-0288; Sftt.org.
Saturday, May 10
‘Apprentice’ star emcees
Carolyn Kepcher, former co-star of NBC’s “The Apprentice,” emcees the American Cancer Cancer Society Gala, Saturday, May 10, Hyatt Regency; $250; proceeds support American Cancer Society; 563-1530; Carol.frattaroli@cancer.org.
Migratory Bird Day
Audubon Greenwich holds its Annual Bird Breakfast and International Migratory Bird Day, programs begin at 6 a.m. with a bird walk, Saturday, May 10, Audubon Greenwich; registration required; 869-5272, ext. 22.
Riverside Run
The 25th Annual Riverside Run, a three miles walk/run, begins and ends at Riverside School, 8:30 a.m., Saturday, May 10, Riverside School; check in at 7; $20 online, $25 day of race, $10 fun run; 344-1067; Greenwichschool.org/rs.
Art on the Ave for kids
The Greenwich Arts Council continues celebrating spring with Kids On The Avenue, a day of collage making and various art projects for kids, 1 to 3, Saturday, May 10, Arts Center/Senior Center; free; Greenwicharts.org.
Super hero kids
A fund-raiser for the gianna Amereno Spinal Muscular Atrophy Medical Fund with raffles, cupcake decorating and picnic, 3, Saturday, May 10, My Favorite Place; super hero attire for kids welcomed; 869-1500.
'Come Play'
The Child Guidance Center of Souther Connecticut holds its annual “Come Play” gala, 6:30, Saturday, May 10, Roger Sherman Baldwin Park; reservations required; $250 per person; 324-6127.
Sunday, May 11
‘Ride for Greenwich’
Greenwich Safe Cycling holds a bike ride through Old Greenwich for Mother’s Day, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Sunday, May 11, starting point is the Old Greenwich Civic Center; $10 adults, $5 children under 13; 622-0017; Emmymargs@hotmail.com.
Mother’s Day Symphony
The Norwalk Youth Symphony, featuring three Greenwich kids, holds its Mother’s Day Spring Concert, 3, Sunday, May 11, Norwalk Concert Hall; $15 adults, $8 seniors and students, $37.50 season pass; potential members and families, music teachers and children under 5 free.
Meditation in the Labyrinth
The Second Congregational Church holds a meditative service themed “If These Stones Could Talk,” 6, Sunday, May 11, Greenwich Labyrinth for Peace and Healing; Gloria@2cc.org.
Monday, May 12
Raising your parents
Sarah Burningham showcases her new book How to Raise your Parents: A Teen Girl’s Survival Guide at the next Parents Together meeting, 9:15 a.m., Monday, May 12, Cone Room in Town Hall; 629-5106; Keavo@aol.com.
Africa in American eyes
Teresa DeFlitch, project manager at the Center for History and New Media at George Mason University presents a talk titled “Darwinian Object Lessons: The Cultural Formation of the African Savage in American Culture,” 9:30 a.m., Monday, May 12, Bush-Holley Historic Site; $15, $12 Historical Society of the Town of Greenwich members; 869-6899.
Diabetes Support
Richard Connors, dermatologist, talks about healthy skin and diabetes, 7 to 9 p.m., Monday, May 12, Noble Converence Center at Greenwich Hospital; free; registration required; 863-3929.
Wednesday, May 14
Visiting Mark Twain
The Friends of Greenwich Library sponsor a bus trip to Mark Twain’s Home and Museum and lunch at Apricot’s overlooking the Farmington River, 8:30 to 5:30, Wednesday, May 14, bus leaves from rear parking lot of Greenwich Library; registration required; $85 for Friends, $90 for guests; 622-7938.
Retired Men’s Association
Senator William Nickerson will speak at the next Retired Men’s Association meeting, 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 14, YMCA; 637-2393; Decsepel2@aol.com.
Fund-raising kitchen tour
Tour distinct kitchens in Riverside and Old Greenwich to raise money for the Old Greenwich-Riverside Community Centre Scholarship Fund, 10 to 2, Wednesday, May 14, Old Greenwich-Riverside Community Centre; $75 tour, $105 tour plus lunch at the Riverside Yacht Club; Ogrcc.com.
Breathe better
The Better Breathers Club meets, 12:45 to 2, Wednesday, May 14, Healthy Living Center; free; registration required; 863-4277; Greenhosp.org.
First step into art
Greenwich Head Start holds an opening event for its art exhibition with pieces by each of the 37 children enrolled in First Steps and Kid’s Corner Preschools, 5:30 to 6:30, Greenwich Library Children’s Room; 249-7233.
Greenwich life discussions
The Northwest Greenwich Association hosts a discussion with First Selectman Peter Tesei on issues that affect life in Greenwich, 7 p.m., Wednesday, May 14, Audubon Greenwich; 542-5032; Pres@nwga.info.
Thursday, May 15
‘Understanding Prints’
David Tunick of David Tunick, Inc. in New York City presents a gallery talk titled “Understanding Prints,” 11:30 a.m., Thursday, May 15, Bush-Holley Historic Site; reservations required; $7 for lecture; $10 for brown bag lunch; 869-6899, ext. 10.
Multiple Sclerosis Support
The Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets, 2:30 to 3:30, Thursday, May 15, Old Greenwich-Riverside Community Center; free; registration required; 863-3792.
‘A Little Night Music’
Greenwich High School Theater presents Stephen Sondheim’s ‘A Little Night Music,’ 7:30, Thursday May 15 through Saturday, May 17; Greenwich High School Auditorium; reservations required; $15; 863-8808.
Friday, May 16
Fund-raiser wine tasting
Children’s Day School celebrates its 61st year and holds a fund-raising wine tasting, 6 to 8:30, Friday, May 16, Arcadia Coffee; $50 to $100 per person; 637-1122; Childrensdayschool.net.
Tuesday, May 20
Culinary showcase
The Greenwich Chamber of Commerce presents the Greenwich Business and Culinary Showcase, 5:30 to 8, Tuesday, May 20, Hyatt Regency; $15 if pre-registered and pre-paid by May 13; add $10 after May 13; 869-3500; Greenwichchamber.com.
Wednesday, May 21
Golfing with the Chamber
The Greenwich Chamber of Commerce holds its 6th Annual “Chamber Niners” of nine-hole rounds of golf and networking, 2:28 tee time, Wednesdays,, May 21, June 18, July 16, Aug. 20 and Sept. 17, Griffith E. Harris memorial Golf Course; reservations required; limited to 24 players; $300 entry fee; 869-3500.
Sunday, May 25
Celebrate Israel’s 60th
The UJA Federation of Greenwich sponsors a celebration of State of Israel’s 60th anniversary, 5, Sunday, May 25, Wilton High School athletic complex; free; 391-3006; Kl@austinlawrence.com.
Sunday, June 29
‘KIC’ it
Cos Cob based Kids in Crisis holds a benefit triathlon, Sunday, June 29, Stamford; 622-6556; Kidsincrisis.org.
Saturday, July 12
‘Sound of the Baltics’
Greenwich-based Friendship Ambassadors Foundation celebrates its 35th anniversary with an exchange of ensembles and choristers on a cruise, July 12-20; $2,688 per person based on a minimum of 30 participants, price readjusted and lowered for 100 or more participants; 800-526-2908; Faf.org.
Ongoing
Less stress, more happiness
Family Centers holds a program titled “Decrease Stress, Increase Enjoyment,” 6 to 7:15, Wednesdays, Family Centers; registration required; $20 per session; 629-2822, ext. 4130; Familycenters.org.
HIV/AIDS support
Family Centers offers a support group for those dealing with HIV/AIDS, 6 p.m., Thursdays, undisclosed location in Stamford to protect confidentiality; 324-3167, ext. 4148; 977-5096; Familycenters.org.
Reclaim your life
The YWCA offers a self-care and empowerment workshop for women
survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assualt, 10 to 11:30, Thursdays
for six weeks beginning March 13, 869-6501, ext. 176.
Free tax help
AARP Tax-Aide help middle and low-income taxpayers and seniors with their taxes, 11 to 3, through April 15, Town Hall; 622-3800.
Cancer counseling
Greenwich Health at Greenwich Hospital offers counseling for parents with cancer, sessions by appointment every Monday through March; free; 863-3704.
Retired Men’s Association
The Retired Men’s Association of Greenwich meets at 10 a.m. every Wednesday, YMCA; 637-2393; Decsepel2@aol.com.
Lyme Disease Support
The Lyme Disease Support Group meets the first Thursday of every month, 7 to 8:30, Town Hall; Timeforlyme.org.
Homework Helpers needed
Hamilton Avenue Elementary school is looking for volunteers for its Homework Helpers program which runs from 4 to 5, Monday through Friday. Must be at least 18 years old to volunteer; 348-7714, ext. 231; Ucanhelp.org; Kathy@ucanhelp.org.
Divorce Groups
YWCA of Greenwich offers two divorce support groups for women the first
is open to those considering divorce and runs for eight weeks, 5:30 to
7 on Thursdays; the second is open to recently divorced women or
getting divorced and runs noon to 1:30 on Thursdays, YWCA of Greenwich;
free; 869-6501, ext. 176.
AA meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings will be held at various times at locations across Greenwich; 869-5221.
Kids’ creativity on display
Charlie Whiteley, Greenwich fourth grade student, will display his
artwork with other students around the world in Norwalk-based Creative
Connections’ International Children’s Art Exhibit, exhibit runs through
April 27, Flow of Art Gallery in Norwalk; Creativeconnections.org.
Monthly
Prostate Cancer Education
The Prostate Cancer Education Forum for patients, survivors and loved ones meets the first Monday of the month, 6:30 to 8, Greenwich Hospital; free; registration required; 863-4277; Greenhosp.org.
La Leche meetings
Free
mother-to-mother discussions for all women interested in breastfeeding,
7 to 8:30 p.m., first Tuesday of every month; meetings also held 10 to
11:30 a.m. on third Tuesday of every month; St. Catherine of Siena
Church; 354-4247 or 869-5344; Lalecheleague.org.
Heart support
A
heart support group designed for people with, or at risk for, heart
disease, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., the second Tuesday of every other month;
863-4277.
Better Breathers
The
Better Breathers Club, open to anyone with breathing difficulties or
who wants to learn more about them, meets 12:45 to 2, the second
Wednesday of every month, Healthy Living Center; 863-4277.
Brown bag books
The
Brown Bag Book Club meets at noon on the third Wednesday of every month
at the Cos Cob Library; bag lunches welcome; 622-6883.
Cos Cob book club
The
Cos Cob Library Book Club meets the first Thursday of every month at
the Cos Cob Library. Just Books owner Jenny Lawton moderates.
Teen nights
Teen nights, featuring games, foosball, ping-pong, music, movies and
pizza, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., the first and third Friday of every month,
the Banksville Community House; BCHinfo@optonline.net.
Weekly
Lose weight
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets each Monday 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the Community Room at 25 Valley Drive; www.tops.org or 863-4444.
Weekly poetry series
Poetry
fans are invited to stop by and listen to accomplished poets read some
of their work, answer questions and speak informally about poetry, 3 to
5, every Sunday, at Arcadia Coffee Company; includes open mike time;
637-8766.
Moms and Munchkins
Moms and Munchkins meets Mondays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., St. Mary's Parish Center, 698-1540.
Caregiver support
Support group for caregivers, 11 a.m., Mondays, through the Friendly Connections telephone program; 661-8841.
Elderly Jewish support
A weekly discussion group for Jewish residents in their 80s, 1 to 2:30, Mondays, Jewish Family Services of Greenwich; 622-1881.
Running Club
The Waveny Running club meets weekly 9:20, on Tuesdays, Waveny Park; free; open to all runners; runwaveny@yahoo.com.
Nurse is in
A
nurse is on site to take blood pressure and answer health questions, 1
to 4 Mondays, Greenwich Library Health Information Center; 9 to noon,
Thursdays at the Healthy Living Center and Fridays at Hill House; free;
863-3792.
Cancer coping
A
support group for adult family members of cancer patients meets every
Monday, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Greenwich Hospital; 863-3147 or 863-4444.
Bible study
A nondenominational ladies Bible study group meets Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m., classroom 2 at YWCA; all welcome; 559-5171.
Meditation class
Meditation classes, Mondays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Arcadia Coffee Company; $18 per session; call instructor Jodi Knox at 912-5475.
Yoga classes
Yoga
classes led by Renee Ketchum at the Arcadia Coffee Company, 7 p.m.
Mondays, $15. No advance reservations; bring your own yoga mat and
water; 637-8766.
Family Center support
Group
therapy for men and women, Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., Family
Centers, 20 Bridge St., 629-2822; the Den for Grieving Kids, biweekly
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 6:30 p.m., Family Centers, 40 Arch
St., 869-4848.
Nurse is in
A
nurse is on site to take blood pressure and answer health questions,
Tuesdays, 9 to noon, Greenwich Hospital Cafeteria Atrium; free;
863-3792.
Fitness for new moms
B.A.B.Y.
offers AfterBirth Strength, total body conditioning class, at Greenwich
Fitness Edge, 1333 East Putnam Ave., Tuesdays from 11:30 to 12:30;
221-0163; www.birthandbeginningyear.com.
Parkinson's support
Weekly
education, support therapy, exercise, social activities and caregiver
support for people with Parkinson's and their loved ones, Tuesdays,
1:30 to 3, Greenwich Civic Center, Old Greenwich; 863-4277 or
888-305-9253.
Gentle hatha yoga
Hatha
yoga classes for all ages and abilities, includes deep breathing,
chakras/colors, self-healing, meditation, nutrition, stress reduction
and stretching, 5:45 to 7 p.m., Tuesdays, Greenwich Arts Senior Center;
walk-ins welcome; $20 per session; 622-3998.
Succeeding as a stepmother
Support group dealing with the challenges of being a stepmom, 7 to 8:15 p.m., Tuesdays, Jewish Family Services of Greenwich; 622-1881.
|
