POLICE & FIRE
Greenwich Police Share Scam Safety
The Greenwich Police Department has alerted residents to scam emails falsely appearing to come from department personnel and seeking payment for supposed debts or invoices. The department does not demand payment by email, text message, or phone, and residents should not click links, open attachments, send money, or share personal information in response to suspicious messages. Suspicious activity can be reported to Greenwich Police at 203-622-8004, while emergencies should be reported to 911.
Greenwich Fire Recruit Graduates Academy
Recruit Sergio Rodrigues graduated from Recruit Class 77 of the Connecticut Fire Academy after completing classroom instruction, hands-on evolutions and physical training. He will continue training with the Greenwich Fire Department before being assigned to a shift and beginning service in Greenwich.
FROM TOWN HALL
Greenwich Food Drive Builds Support
Greenwich Department of Public Works is accepting donations for its Fill-A-Truck Food Drive through May 31. Donations may be dropped off at Town Hall or made online through the link in bio. The drive supports Neighbor to Neighbor and local food assistance efforts.
AROUND TOWN
Washington Bible Visits Greenwich Library
The George Washington Inaugural Bible will be displayed at the Greenwich Library Jewel Room on Saturday, June 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Presented by Acacia Lodge No. 85, A.F. & A.M., the free public event commemorates America’s 250th anniversary and offers residents a rare opportunity to view the Bible used during Washington’s 1789 presidential oath.
Greenwich Gathers For Community 5K
Greenwich will host the inaugural America’s 250th – Greenwich Community 5K & Fun Mile on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 8 a.m. at the Bruce Museum. The event will include a timed 5K and a one-mile run or walk through Bruce Park as part of the America 250 Greenwich Commission’s yearlong observance of the nation’s 250th anniversary. The Bruce Museum and Greenwich United Way are presenting the event, with support from Greenwich Road Runners, and advance registration is available at runsignup.com/Race/CT/Greenwich/America250anniversary5kand1mileRun
LOCAL BUSINESSES & NON PROFITS
Library Services Continue During Maintenance
Greenwich Library’s Main Library was closed Tuesday, May 26, because of a maintenance issue, while the Byram Shubert and Cos Cob branches operated on normal schedules. Items due May 26 were extended to Thursday, May 28, and patrons could use Library Chat and Ask a Librarian online from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Digital materials remained available through the library’s online services, including the Libby app, where Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke was available without a wait.
Spring Follies Celebrates Greenwich Talent
Open Arts Alliance and the Wallace Center held the second annual Spring Follies at Greenwich Town Hall after last year’s event outgrew its original venue at the Greenwich Arts Council. Wallace Center members presented music, poetry, writing, painting, icons, piano, and personal readings, with Abby Meyers serving as master of ceremonies and Juliette Ross joining her for a tribute performance in memory of Sylvia Gordon. The program followed a four-week preparation process and was supported by the Wallace Center, Greenwich Town Hall, and the Wallace Center Café.
Riverside Garden Club Celebrates History
The Riverside Garden Club will host an Open Garden Day at Putnam Cottage, also known as Knapp’s Tavern, on Sunday, June 7, from 2 to 4 p.m., with a rain date of June 14. The event will include tours of the Colonial Herb Garden, light refreshments, and samples of ale brewed by Two Roads Brewing Company using hops grown in the restored garden. Parking will be available at Putnam Cottage and across the street at Christ Church.
PEOPLE IN TOWN
Thomas Leads Mianus River Gorge
The Mianus River Gorge appointed Rochelle Thomas as executive director, effective May 26, 2026. Thomas previously served as director of the Greenwich Center for the National Audubon Society and succeeds Rod Christie, who is retiring after nearly 30 years with the organization. She brings experience in land stewardship, fundraising, strategic planning, habitat restoration, and public programming to an organization that protects more than 1,200 acres in the Mianus River Watershed.
Rosmarin Debut Short Earns Acclaim
Remi Rosmarin wrote and produced her debut comedy short film, “Cut Off,” in 2024 with creative partner Sofie Rimler, whom she met at sleepaway camp in 2010. The film follows a young woman searching for a date at her nephew’s bris in an effort to gain her mother’s approval. “Cut Off” has screened at more than 10 film festivals, won awards at the Miami Jewish Film Festival and Mystic Film Festival, and begins streaming on YouTube May 29.
THE ENVIRONMENT
Shell Island Restoration Moves Forward
Greenwich Land Trust held a May 17 sail aboard the 80-foot schooner SoundWaters to present plans for Shell Island restoration work scheduled to begin in June. The multi-year project, supported by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, will include invasive plant management, creation of a one-acre coastal grassland meadow, and dune habitat improvements. SoundWaters will support the project through educational sails, youth field visits, and volunteer stewardship opportunities.
SCHOOLS
GHS Welcomes Sullivan for Commencement
Greenwich High School has named 2003 graduate and former NFL player John Sullivan as the commencement speaker for the Class of 2026. The ceremony is scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday, June 18, at Cardinal Stadium, weather permitting. Sullivan played at Notre Dame before an 11-year NFL career with the Minnesota Vikings, Washington and the Los Angeles Rams, and now works in financial services in Stamford.
Sacred Heart Holds Senior Symposium
Sacred Heart Greenwich recently held its first Senior Symposium, where members of the Class of 2026 presented their Senior Seminar Projects to the school community. The presentations focused on the students’ project work, related experiences, and reflections from the Senior Seminar program.
Students Present Ancient Civilizations Museum
Sacred Heart Greenwich fifth grade students presented an Ancient Civilization Museum featuring research on Sumer, Egypt, China, Greece and other early societies. The project included student-made artifacts, interactive exhibits and guided tours at the school.
Greenwich DECA Students Earn Recognition
Seven Greenwich High School students competed at the DECA International Career Development Conference from April 26 to 28 in Atlanta after qualifying for the international level. Angela Bai, Sydney Friedman, Benjamin Huang, Hiroya Karube, Sylvester Pecora, Shaurya Singh, and Brody Tice were among more than 26,000 students, advisors, and business professionals at the event. Bai, Pecora, and Singh were finalists, and Huang was recognized for outstanding performance.
Lanternfly Study Supports Preschool Learning
Sound Beach Day School used a playground study of the spotted lanternfly to support project-based learning aligned with the Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards. Students examined specimens with magnifying tools, studied the insect’s physical traits and effects on native plants, and used their observations in science, language, and art activities. The school offers a Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool program with part-time and full-time options.
ISD Celebrates 25th Anniversary Milestone
International School at Dundee held a 25th anniversary open house Thursday, May 28, at its campus at 55 Florence Road in Riverside. The event included current and former families, alumni, staff and neighbors, with opportunities to tour classrooms, visit the Media Center, view historical materials and reconnect with members of the school community. A reunion for ISD alumni and staff followed at 6 p.m.
SPORTS
Greenwich Tennis Captures FCIAC Crown
Greenwich High School’s varsity girls tennis team won the 2026 FCIAC Tournament championship with a 4-0 victory over Staples at New Canaan High School, improving to 18-0 this season and extending its winning streak to 44 matches. The Cardinals earned the title with wins at No. 2 and No. 4 singles and No. 1 and No. 2 doubles, while several other matches were unfinished after Greenwich clinched. The team now turns to the CIAC Class LL State Tennis Tournament, where it will seek to continue its recent success.
Cardinals Surge Into FCIAC Semifinals
Greenwich High School’s fifth-seeded varsity lacrosse team defeated fourth-seeded Ridgefield, 16-3, in the FCIAC Tournament quarterfinals on May 21, advancing to face top-seeded Darien in the semifinals on May 26 at Brien McMahon High School. Senior captain Dillon McFerran led Greenwich with seven goals and one assist, while Giselle DiPietro added three goals and two assists, with additional scoring from Sophia DiPietro, Mary Kate O’Connor, Claire Campinell and Georgia Sessa. Assistant coach Bill Chimento credited the team’s preparation, draw-control play and defense for the win, noting that Greenwich has won seven of its last 10 games.
Greenwich Tennis Reaches FCIAC Final
Greenwich High School’s varsity girls tennis team advanced to the FCIAC Tournament championship match with a 4-2 semifinal win over New Canaan on May 22. The top-seeded Cardinals, who are the defending FCIAC champions, enter the final against second-seeded Staples with a 17-0 record. Greenwich received singles wins from Caitlin Mahoney and Avery Li, along with doubles victories from Maddy Wilber/Sofia Rodriguez and Bella Barban/Olivia Popp.
Greenwich Tennis Claims FCIAC Four-Peat
Greenwich High School’s boys tennis team won its fourth consecutive FCIAC Tournament title and 20th overall championship with a 4-3 victory over top-seeded New Canaan at Wilton High School on May 22. The Cardinals, now 17-1, won two singles and two doubles matches, reversing their only regular-season loss and advancing after a 4-0 semifinal win over Staples.
Greenwich Baseball Surges Into States
Greenwich High’s varsity baseball team finished the regular season 9-11 after winning three straight games and five of its last six, qualifying for the CIAC Class LL State Tournament. Recent wins over Westhill, Fairfield Warde and Brien McMahon included strong pitching from Brayden Shockley, Luke Langhorne and James Mora, along with key offensive contributions from Baxter Conte, Ryan Johnson and others. The Cardinals will enter the state tournament on the road after a May 27 scrimmage against Westhill.
Cardinals Advance To FCIAC Final
Greenwich High School’s varsity boys tennis team advanced to the FCIAC Tournament final with a 4-0 semifinal win over Staples on May 18, led by Elias Orrell’s victory at No. 1 singles and a sweep of the doubles matches. The second-seeded Cardinals will face top-seeded New Canaan at Wilton High School, seeking their fourth consecutive FCIAC Tournament title after entering the final with a 16-1 record.
Cardinals Shine On Senior Night
Greenwich High School’s varsity girls lacrosse team defeated Daniel Hand 10-9 on Senior Night, led by senior Sophia DiPietro’s five goals, Giselle DiPietro’s goal and four assists, and Dillon McFerran’s two goals. The Cardinals later beat Ursuline 14-8, bringing their record to 7-9 and earning the No. 5 seed in the FCIAC Tournament, where they were scheduled to face No. 4 Ridgefield in the quarterfinals.
