Glenville Honors Heroes On 9/11
The annual September 11 memorial will begin at 8:46 am in Cos Cob Park.
Later that day, the Glenville Volunteer Fire Company will hold its commemoration ceremony at 6:30 pm at 266 Glenville Road, where a piece of steel from the Twin Towers is displayed.
Both events are open to the public, and early arrival is encouraged.
FROM TOWN HALL
Greenwich Declares September Recovery Month
Greenwich issued a proclamation naming September as National Recovery Month. Representatives from Liberation Programs and the Town’s Department of Human Services attended the presentation at Town Hall. Liberation Programs’ 2025 theme is “recovery is everywhere,” highlighting its work to support people with substance use disorder in the region.
Leaf Blower Restrictions Ease
The summer ban on gaspowered leaf blowers ended this past Tuesday, September 2 for properties two acres or larger. For smaller residential lots, the ban continues until September 30, with enforcement in place. Electric equipment is permitted during set weekday and Saturday hours, while commercial leaf blower use is prohibited on Sundays.
AROUND TOWN
Greenwich Community Unites For Cleanup
Greenwich Green & Clean will hold the International Coastal Cleanup at Greenwich Point Park on Saturday, September 20, from 8 am to noon. Volunteers will remove trash from the shoreline, with all debris recorded and submitted to Save the Sound and the Ocean Conservancy for global pollution tracking. Registration is available online, check-in is at the concession stand parking lot, and gloves and buckets will be provided.
Optimum Restores Local Channels Access
Optimum moved Fairfield County’s government and educational cable channels from 79 and 78 to 1310 and 1305 on August 21. The company has since announced the channels will return to their original positions by September 16. The change affects local stations in Greenwich, Stamford, Darien, Norwalk, Westport, Easton, Redding, New Canaan, Weston, and Wilton.
Greenwich Expands Urban Tree Canopy
This summer, the Greenwich Tree Conservancy and the Town of Greenwich planted trees in municipal parking lots, Eugene Morlot Memorial Park, and the Byram neighborhood to increase shade and canopy coverage. Some trees from last year’s Byram planting were replaced due to poor health. Future plantings will focus on schools and additional street trees.
Greenwich Avenue Paving Project Begins
Greenwich Avenue is scheduled for a full paving project beginning around Columbus Day, expected to take two to three weeks and conducted overnight from 9 pm to 6 am The work will proceed block by block, requiring detours, temporary parking restrictions, and possible impacts on outdoor dining and the Veterans Day parade. Officials also plan to establish a long-term maintenance program for the Avenue following the project.
LOCAL BUSINESSES AND NONPROFITS
Sea Scouts Host September Open House
An open house for Sea Scout Ship 1 will be held on September 10 at the Millbrook Club from 6:30 to 8:30 pm The program is open to youth ages 14 to 20, as well as 13-year-olds who have completed eighth grade, and provides opportunities to learn boating skills, leadership, and community building. Sea Scouts, part of the Greenwich Council of Scouting America, has been active since 1912.
Sailing School Closes Season
Tod’s Point Sailing School at Greenwich Point is closing for the season and has a large collection of unclaimed items, including clothing, shoes, hats, life jackets, towels, and water bottles. The school will remain open daily through Labor Day, 9:30 am to 6 pm, for item pickup, after which unclaimed belongings will be donated to charity. Rentals and private lessons will also continue through the holiday weekend, with details available at info@ todspointsailingschool.org or 203-637-2022..
Greenwich Choral Society Marks Centennial
The Greenwich Choral Society will celebrate its 100th anniversary during the 2025–26 season. An open reception will be held on September 14 from 1 to 4 pm at 299 Greenwich Avenue, in the second-floor gallery, highlighting the group’s history. A formal proclamation will also be presented to mark the occasion.
Sam Waterston To Speak in Greenwich
Sam Waterston, known for his role on Law & Order, will speak at Christ Church Greenwich on October 4 as part of the Courage & Faith Series. He will appear with Rev. Dr. Russ Levenson Jr. to discuss Levenson’s new book Witness to Belief: Conversations of Faith and Meaning. The event begins at 6 pm and includes a Q&A, reception, and book signing.
Fresh Harvest Season At Augustine’s Farm
Augustine’s Farm on King Street in Greenwich has corn available from late July through nearly November despite early crop losses. The farm stand also sells seasonal produce including heirloom and green tomatoes, blueberries, and apples from New York State, with cider arriving soon. It is open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at 1332 King Street.
Wallace Center Hosts September Fundraisers
The Wallace Center in Greenwich, formerly the Greenwich Senior Center, will host several fundraising events in September for National Senior Center Month. Activities include a Happy Hour at Caren’s Cos Cobber on September 16, an A.L.C. pop-up shop on September 17, and a shopping event at J.McLaughlin on September 18, with portions of proceeds supporting the Center. A Community Day will be held September 20 at 299 Greenwich Avenue to highlight the Center’s programs and planned renovations.
Greenwich Performing Arts Launches Season
Greenwich Performing Arts Studio, a nonprofit, is accepting registrations for its “Act 1” season, running September 8 to January 31 with classes for children, teens, and adults. Instruction will be offered at the Greenwich Arts Council and the Greenwich Teen Center, covering acting, public speaking, improv, musical theater, and film/TV. New programs include tailored classes, a senior theater company, and a workshop for legal and business professionals, with a Broadway production of Into the Woods scheduled for January in New York.
High Holiday Services Debut Locally
Jewish Riverside Old Greenwich (J-ROG) will host the first High Holiday services in Old Greenwich at the newly renovated Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center. The program will include traditional prayers, discussion sessions, teen-focused services, and family programs for children. Attendance is free with registration required, and donations are encouraged.
Greenwich Mead House Fully Restored
The Mead House in Greenwich, built in 1746 and formerly staff housing for the Greenwich Audubon Center, has been fully restored. Restoration work, funded by an $869,000 bequest and community support, included renovating the interior while preserving the historic exterior. The house is visible from John Street and the Audubon Center plans further campus restoration.
PEOPLE IN TOWN
Greenwich Honors Sam Romeo Legacy
On September 6, 2025, Greenwich will hold a street dedication ceremony at Armstrong Court to honor Sam Romeo. The event will recognize his decades of work in public service and advocacy for affordable housing. It will include remarks, a commemorative unveiling, and a reception open to the public.
Greenwich Students Lead Huntington Walk
Two Greenwich High School seniors are organizing the second annual “Team Hope Walk” for Huntington’s Disease on Sunday, September 14, at Sherwood Island State Park in Westport, from 9 am to 1 pm The event supports research for the fatal genetic disorder, which affects an estimated 41,000 Americans and places over 200,000 more at risk. Last year’s walk raised nearly $10,000, and registration includes a T-shirt with additional gifts available for larger donations.
Greenwich Resident Wins $3 Million
A Greenwich resident won the largest Connecticut Lottery prize in August, claiming $3 million on a “Win Big” ticket. The ticket was purchased at 401 Putnam Inc. in Greenwich.
SCHOOLS
Greenwich Schools Begin Year Strong
Greenwich’s 15 public schools have begun the 2025–26 school year with 8,393 students enrolled. The high school start time has been moved to 7:45 am, and the district has switched its bus provider from First Student to DATTCO. Construction and upgrades are ongoing at Central Middle School and Julian Curtiss School, including ADA-accessible improvements.
SPORTS
Charity Tennis Tournament Supports Youth
A charity tennis tournament, “Advantage, Youth,” will be held September 13-14 at Greenwich Country Club to raise funds for providing equipment and financial support to young tennis players in developing countries and underserved communities. The event will feature 32 players from Fairfield and Westchester counties competing in a singles “Fast Four” Round Robin format with a knockout stage. Sponsors include Elivate Med Spa and Wellness, Mercedes-Benz of Greenwich, and Criquet, with prizes and apparel provided for participants.
LOCAL POLITICS
Early Voting Opens In Greenwich
Early voting for the Republican primary for the Board of Estimate and Taxation will run from Sept. 2 to Sept. 7 in the Town Hall Meeting Room. Hours are 10 am to 6 pm daily, with extended hours of 8 am to 8 pm on Sept. 2 and Sept. 4. Only registered Republicans in Greenwich may vote, and voter registration status can be checked online.
FROM HARTFORD
Governors Issue Joint Offshore Wind Statement
Five governors from the Northeast released a joint Labor Day statement urging the federal government to maintain existing offshore wind permits. They said the projects involve thousands of workers, significant private investment, and potential for major job growth across multiple states. The governors also emphasized the need for a diverse energy mix, including renewables, nuclear, natural gas, and hydropower, to ensure reliability and economic stability..
Connecticut Warns Students Against Scams
Connecticut officials are warning students about a rise in job recruitment scams targeting young people through unsolicited texts and emails. The messages often impersonate well-known companies, advertise unusually high pay for minimal work, and direct victims to share personal information, send money, or deposit fake checks. Students are advised to verify job offers through official channels and report suspicious communications to the state complaint portal.
ACROSS CT
Generation Power CT Opens Applications
Generation Power CT is accepting applications for the first cycle of its Emergency Energy Assistance Program, open to eligible Connecticut residents from September 2 through September 10, 2025. This is the first of four application periods. Residents can find eligibility details and apply through their GDHS case manager or at www.gpct.org
