Greenwich: Hospital Benefit Reaches Milestone
Greenwich Hospital held its 25th annual fundraising event, The Benefit for Greenwich Hospital, on September 26, 2025, at the Greenwich Country Club, featuring dinner, dancing, and entertainment. The event honored Barbara Netter, Dr. Murat Günel, and Dr. Zion Zibly for their contributions to medicine and neuroscience. Proceeds supported the $125 million Arc of Care Campaign, which funds programs in Behavioral Health, Children’s Health, Heart and Vascular, Neuroscience, and Oncology, with online donations accepted.
Greenwich: Community Dances to Support
The Dancing Stars of Greenwich gala, organized by Abilis with the Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Greenwich, was held September 20, 2025, at Tamarack Country Club to raise funds for programs supporting individuals with disabilities, including housing, employment, and day services. Local professionals and community leaders performed with professional dancers in multiple rounds, with winners determined by judges and a People’s Choice system where each dollar donated equaled one vote. The event set a fundraising goal of $175,000 for improvements to Abilis’ residential services program.
Greenwich: Volunteers Share Treat Boxes
Last week, Christ Church Greenwich volunteers assembled and distributed Treat Boxes containing baked goods and notes as part of an outreach program in the parish hall. A clergy member led a prayer for the effort, and organizers announced the next distribution will take place on Friday, December 6. The program is part of the church’s hospitality ministry, aimed at supporting community members in seasonal need.
Greenwich: Student Magazine Wins Gold
Sacred Heart Greenwich’s student art and literary magazine, Perspectives, received a Gold Medalist ranking from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association for its 2024–25 issue, In the Water. This is the publication’s eighth consecutive gold medal. It also earned All-Columbian Honors in Essential, Verbal, and Visual categories, with perfect scores in Essential and Visual.
Greenwich: Nine GHS Seniors Earn National Recognition
Nine Greenwich High School seniors have been named semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program. They are among less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors recognized for top scores on the PSAT/ NMSQT. These students will compete for nearly $26 million in scholarships to be awarded next spring.
Greenwich: Cameras Installed to Improve Safety
Greenwich is installing automated speed enforcement cameras near schools. The cameras are intended to monitor vehicle speeds and enforce traffic laws. The initiative is part of the town’s traffic safety program.
Greenwich: Gallery Opens With Celebration
Greenwich Art + Design, a new twolevel gallery and retail space at 7 East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich, will hold its grand opening on Thursday, September 25, from 6 to 9pm The event will debut a solo exhibition by artist David Dunlop and showcase a curated selection of fine art, home décor, jewelry, and design pieces sourced internationally. The store is founded and led by Suzanne Bellehumeur, a scenic muralist and decorative painter.
Greenwich: Officers Complete Probation Successfully
Master Police Officers Jesionka and P. O’Connor completed six-month probationary periods following their promotions. The rank of Master Police Officer authorizes them to lead shifts in the absence of supervisors, train recruits, and set operational standards. Their successful probation confirms they met performance and leadership expectations across varied assignments.
Greenwich: Police Officers Earn Promotions
Sergeant Ruszkowski has been promoted to lieutenant, and Master Police Officer M. O’Connor Jr. has been promoted to sergeant. Both will take on supervisory roles within the Patrol Division. Their responsibilities will include overseeing operations, guiding officers, and supporting community safety.
Greenwich: Gardens Sustain Birds in Winter
Leaving seed heads and stems in place through winter provides birds with food, shelter, and cover. Plants such as coneflowers, black-eyed Susans, sunflowers, Joe-Pye weed, goldenrod, asters, switchgrass, little bluestem, sedum, and native shrubs supply seeds or berries. Skipping fall cleanup allows these plants to support bird populations during the cold months.
Greenwich: Residents Help Keep Forests Safe
Connecticut’s fall wildfire season runs from October until the first widespread snowfall, when dry weather, leaves, and wind raise fire risk. Nearly all wildfires are human-caused and preventable, making it critical to follow burn restrictions, monitor fire danger levels, and use caution with sparks and combustible materials. Residents and visitors should prepare homes, stay alert, and report fires immediately by calling 911 or contacting DEEP’s 24-hour Dispatch Center at 860-424-3333.
Greenwich: Town Celebrates Mexican Independence Day
Greenwich Town Hall held its eighth annual Mexican Independence Day ceremony on Tuesday, marking the anniversary of Miguel Hidalgo’s 1810 “Cry of Dolores” that began Mexico’s independence movement. The event included a flag-raising and a reception in the Town Hall garden. The celebration recognizes the cultural diversity present in the town.
Greenwich: Town Honors Radio Veteran
On September 12, the Town of Greenwich recognized Bob Small for 36 years of service at WGCH radio. Small has produced programs, booked guests, operated equipment, and kept the station running during major storms. A proclamation was issued declaring the date “Bob Small Day” in his honor.
Greenwich: Nine Students Earn National Recognition
Nine Brunswick School students have been recognized as Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program. They are Neel Behringer, Miles Gillott, Jake Greene, Chase Hurst, Nathaniel Lee, Alek Modi, Vikram Sarkar, Benjamin Taylor, and Samuel Veiner. The honor reflects their strong performance on the PSAT/ NMSQT exam.
Greenwich: Six Seniors Earn National Merit
Six seniors at Greenwich Country Day School were named National Merit Scholarship Commended Students. The recognition places themamong the top three to five percent of PSAT/ NMSQT test-takers nationwide. The students honored are Cate Auerswald, Katherine Chandra, Nico Della Pietra, Irhan Iftikar, Theodore Meyers, and Asher Rosen.
Greenwich: Caitlin D. Earns Sailing Honor
Caitlin D., a junior at Sacred Heart Greenwich, placed third in the ILCA 6 Girls division at the 2025 NESSA Singlehanded Championship (Healy Trophy). The two-day regatta was held at the New Bedford Yacht Club. The event featured a competitive field of sailors from across the region.
Greenwich: SHG Students Earn National Recognition
Sacred Heart Greenwich students Arianna Chin ’26, Clare Junius ’26, and Nidhi Ray ’26 have been named 2026 Commended Students by the National Merit Scholarship Program. They areamong about 34,000 students nationwide recognized for placing in the top 50,000 of the 2026 competition. Eligibility was based on performance in the October 2024 PSAT/NMSQT.
Greenwich: Lopez Powers Cardinals Victory
Greenwich High defeated Norwalk, 2718, on Sept. 20, 2025, to improve to 2–0 on the season. Senior running back Hector Lopez rushed for 230 yards, scored once on the ground, and added a 32-yard touchdown reception from quarterback Phil Tarantino. Greenwich committed 13 penalties for 120 yards and converted just 1 of 10 third downs, while Norwalk quarterback Easton Pace produced 361 total yards and three touchdowns in the loss.
Greenwich: Cardinals Continue Winning Streak
Greenwich High School’s varsity girls volleyball team is undefeated at 7-0, with six of those wins coming in straight sets. The Cardinals, led by standout performances from senior cocaptain Kayah Armstrong, junior setter Victoria Sullivan, and junior Heidi Zieme, most recently defeated Wilton 3-0. Despite losing key players to graduation, the team has quickly built momentum and is focusing on steady progress in the highly competitive FCIAC.
Greenwich: Cardinals Extend Winning Streak
Greenwich High School’s varsity field hockey team has opened its season with a 6-2 record, including a fourgame winning streak. The Cardinals’ most recent victory was an 8-0 shutout of St. Joseph on Sept. 18, part of a stretch in which they have outscored opponents 28-2. Led by senior captains Clara Ojea, Julia Lattuada, Carlota Lopez and Emilia Arroyo, the team looks to build on its strong start as it enters the second half of the season.
Greenwich: Sacred Heart Stays Perfect
Sacred Heart Greenwich’s varsity field hockey team defeated Taft School, 4-1, on Sept. 17, led by two goals from Joanna Eken and tallies from Kingsley Ely and Lauren Clark. The Tigers, coached by Alex Gheorghe and Sarah Hill, have started the 2025 season 5-0, outscoring opponents 311. Strong passing, balanced scoring, and defensive play have positioned SHG as an early contender for FAA and NEPSAC titles.
Greenwich: Community Walks Against Violence
On October 5, YWCA Greenwich will hold its annual Walk the Walk & 5K Run Against Domestic Violence at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park to mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The event includes a one-mile walk, a timed 5K run, and family- and pet-friendly activities. Funds raised support YWCA Greenwich’s free domestic and sexual violence services, including counseling, shelter, advocacy, and a 24/7 hotline.
Greenwich: Historic Remains Unearthed Safely
On September 18, workers at a construction site in northern Greenwich uncovered what appeared to be human remains while using excavation equipment. Greenwich Police, with assistance from Connecticut State Police, collected the remains, and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner took custody. Authorities said the bones appear to be old, and further examination will be conducted.
Greenwich: Gala Honors Community Service
At Home in Greenwich held its annual gala on September 12 at the Delamar Hotel, recognizing the Retired Men’s Association of Greenwich and Diane Garrett of Diane’s Books for their service. The RMA, active for over 70 years, hosts a weekly speakers program at Christ Church Parish Hall and contributes more than 17,000 volunteer hours each year. Garrett was honored for her longstanding role as a local bookstore owner.
Greenwich: Community Day Showcases Renovations
The Friends of the Wallace Center hosted Community Day at 299 Greenwich Avenue to showcase proposed renovations and raise funds for future improvements. The historic Beaux-Arts building, once the seat of town government, now houses the Wallace Center and several nonprofit organizations. The event included music, fitness activities, and refreshments, with architectural renderings of the planned renovations on display.
Greenwich: Planning Board Approves Housing
After years of proposals, litigation, and revisions, the Greenwich Planning & Zoning Commission approved a threestory, 37,259-square-foot residential building with 12 four-bedroom units at 240 Greenwich Avenue. The project includes a two-level garage with 49 spaces, rooftop restrictions, and 2,500 square feet of new office space in the existing Bank ofamerica building. As part of the approval, the property was rezoned under a Historic Overlay, ensuring preservation of the building’s architectural features.
Greenwich: Bruce Museum Hosts Wellness
The Bruce Museum held its first Wellness Day on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10am to 4pm, with a sensory-friendly hour from 9 to 10am The program included yoga, music therapy tours, therapeutic coloring, and Healing Touch sessions, all free with regular admission; visitors under 18 entered at no cost. Advance registration was recommended for Healing Touch and yoga classes.
Greenwich: Arch In Bloom Transforms
In July, Arch in Bloom in Greenwich began constructing its annual Halloween displays, including the “Halloween Town” haunted house with themed rooms such as Frankenstein’s lab, a troll cave, and a pirate treasure scene. The retail shop features seasonal products like pumpkins, perennials, sage bundles, tarot decks, and mushroom field guides, alongside new additions such as a taxidermy hammerhead shark. On October 4, the business will host its “Pumpkins & Pints” event with local beer, food, children’s activities, and haunted house tours.
Greenwich: National Ranking Highlights Community
Travel + Leisure ranked Greenwich, Connecticut, seventh on its list of the ten best places to live on the East Coast. The list places Charleston, South Carolina, first, followed by Alexandria, Virginia, and Gloucester, Massachusetts. Other towns named include Newport, Southampton, Bethesda, Kennebunkport, Harrison, and Silver Spring.
Greenwich: Atlas Holdings Acquires ODP
The ODP Corporation, parent of OfficeMax and Office Depot, agreed to be acquired by Atlas Holdings for $28 per share in cash, valuing the company at about $1 billion. The deal, unanimously approved by ODP’s board, is expected to close by the end of 2025 pending shareholder and regulatory approvals, after which ODP will become a private company and its stock will be delisted from NASDAQ. ODP, which merged OfficeMax and Office Depot in 2013, has steadily closed retail stores and ended the second quarter of 2025 with 834 locations.
Greenwich: Halloween Haunt Returns Safely
Greenwich Emergency Medical Service will hold its Halloween Haunt on October 17, 18, 24, and 25 from 4 to 8pm The event includes a decorated ambulance and staff handing out candy in neighborhoods. Registration costs $15 per child, with proceeds funding emergency medical equipment.
Greenwich: Three Historic Homes Honored
On September 17, the Greenwich Historical Society recognized three homes with Landmarks Recognition plaques. The properties honored were Dunnellen Hall (1916, Jacobean style), the Nathan R. Allen House (1938, Colonial Revival), and the William A. Husted House (1867, Second Empire). The program has recognized more than 300 properties since its start in 1987.
Greenwich: Smoke Shop Rules Advanced
Greenwich is proposing zoning changes to define smoke shops and regulate their locations. A smoke shop would be any business with 20% or more of its space dedicated to tobacco, nicotine products, or related items. The draft would bar new shops within 1,000 feet of each other and 3,000 feet of schools, religious institutions, or hospitals, while existing shops could stay but must follow new rules if they move or expand.
Cos Cob: Live Music Enlivens Evenings
Caren’s Cos Cobber at 31 East Putnam Avenue in Cos Cob hosted live music during its 4–6pm happy hour from September 24–26. Performers included Nick Fesko on Wednesday, Michael Cranmer on Thursday, and Michael Bram on Friday. The restaurant offered the shows as part of a rotating early evening lineup.
Cos Cob: Historical Society Concert Success
The Greenwich Historical Society ended its 2025 outdoor concert season on September 4 at the BushHolley House with a performance by Sun Kings, a Beatles tribute band. The concert series ran biweekly from May 22 through September 4, with free admission for members and children and a $10 fee for nonmembers, supported by local sponsors. The society will continue cultural programming indoors during the fall and winter, with plans for the 2026 summer concert series not yet announced.
Riverside: Young Musicians Complete Rock 101
School of Rock Greenwich recently recognized students who completed its Rock 101 program at the Riverside studio, presenting them with certificates. The course introduces beginners to band dynamics, instrument techniques, and structured rehearsals, preparing them for advanced performance ensembles. Completion of the session coincides with enrollment for upcoming lessons and shows.
Riverside: Chefs Highlight Zero Waste
Tickets are available for Waste Free Greenwich’s first Zero Waste Dinner on October 16 at St. Catherine of Siena Church’s Lucey Parish Hall in Riverside. The event will feature local chefs preparing dishes from surplus and repurposed ingredients in a competition designed to highlight food waste reduction. The program will also include education on wastefree practices, live music, and the presentation of a Lifetime Waste Warrior Award to Greenwich Recycling Advisory Board chair Sally Davies.
Old Greenwich: Charity Tennis Event Empowers
A Greenwich resident and former tennis player hosted a charity tournament at the Greenwich Country Club on September 13, featuring local business leaders and athletes. Sponsored by companies including Mercedes-Benz of Greenwich and Criquet, the event raised funds to provide equipment and financial support to young tennis players in underserved regions, with a focus on Central Asia and Eastern Europe. The organizer, who grew up in Central Asia with limited access to proper tennis gear, plans to make the fundraiser an annual event.
Old Greenwich: Abilis Hosts 20th Walk/Run
Abilis will hold its 20th annual Walk/ Run on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at the Clambake area of Tod’s Point in Old Greenwich. The event includes a 5K run at 9:00am and a one-mile walk at 11:00am, along with children’s activities, entertainment, and onsite registration starting at 7:30am Proceeds support Abilis’ day program, which provides life-skills training, job coaching, and individualized services for more than 800 people with disabilities in Fairfield County.
Stamford: New School Health Center
Family Centers is opening a SchoolBased Health Center at Turn of River Middle School in Stamford, funded by a $1 million federal grant secured in 2022 to expand services there and at Stamford High School. The clinic, built in a repurposed locker room, is scheduled to open in spring 2025 and will provide medical, dental, and behavioral health care during the school day at no cost to students. It will join a network of eight existing school-based clinics in Stamford and Greenwich.
Stamford: Center Strengthens Senior Support
Greenwich Hospital’s Center for Healthy Aging offers assessments, care coordination, referrals, and caregiver support groups. It is located at 2015 West Main Street, Suite 302, Stamford, CT 06902 and can be reached at 203357-9392. The hospital’s main directory also lists the Center’s contact as 203863-4373.
Westport: Free Car-Seat Safety Checks
Yale New Haven Health will hold a free car-seat inspection event on Saturday, September 27, from 8am to noon at Westport Train Station Lot 1. Certified technicians will check installations, provide education, and answer questions about proper car-seat use. Parents and caregivers can schedule appointments by emailing Carseats@ynhh.org
Wilton: River Ramble Highlights Conservation
The Wilton Land Trust held a River Ramble on Saturday, September 20, from 10 to 11am at Schenck’s Island Preserve in Wilton. The guided walk, led by Gerald Berrafati of Trout Unlimited, focused on the Norwalk River’s role in supporting trout habitat and watershed health, including restoration practices and the impact of individual actions on water quality. Attendance was capped with advance registration, and the program was part of the trust’s seasonal hikes to connect residents with local ecology.
Bridgeport: Beardsley Zoo Reopens Safely
On September 28, a citywide power outage forced the Connecticut Beardsley Zoo to close temporarily. Power was restored a few hours later, and the zoo reopened the same day. Officials emphasized that the safety of visitors, staff, and animals remained the top priority throughout the outage.
Hartford: Offshore Wind Project Resumes
The Revolution Wind offshore wind farm was more than 80 percent complete when the Interior Department ordered construction to stop on August 29, despite 65 foundations and 45 turbines already installed. On Monday, a federal judge granted an injunction allowing work on the $6.2 billion project to resume. Located in federal waters near Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Martha’s Vineyard, the project is expected to begin delivering power in 2026 to supply 350,000 homes.
Hartford: Connecticut Expands College Access
Connecticut has launched the Connecticut Automatic Admission Program (CAAP), which guarantees admission to ten participating public and private colleges for high school seniors who meet GPA requirements. Students with a 3.0 weighted or 2.75 unweighted GPA can apply once through Common App without essays, recommendation letters, or fees. Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year are open until May 1, 2026.
