Greenwich Sentinel

Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum to Open “Bulls of Wall Street,” a New Exhibition on 19th-century Finance
2025-09-04 12:00 - 2026-02-04 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum, 295 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT, 06850, United States
The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum will open a new exhibition titled, “Bulls of Wall Street: High Finance, Power, and Social Change in Victorian America.”
With rare and never-before-seen period artifacts, photos, documents, and costumes from public and private collections, this exhibition curated by Museum Consultant Stacey Danielson will explore the financial world of LeGrand Lockwood, one of America’s leading figures in 19th-century American finance, and his peers—Vanderbilt and Gould. This program will also investigate the role of trailblazing women such as Victoria Woodhull and Hetty Green, as well as individuals from marginalized communities such as the first black millionaire in America, Jeremiah Hamilton, who tried to break Wall Street’s “glass ceiling” and enter the world of finance and the market in 19th-century America.
Visitors will also delve into the birth of Wall Street, its financial instruments, and scientific breakthroughs that modernized and accelerated the exchange of information, making Wall Street the new economic engine, and propelling “self-made men” to new heights of prosperity.
Ms. Danielson is a longtime independent museum professional who received her BS in business administration from Ohio University and holds a certificate in Historic Interiors and Decorative Arts from New York School of Interior Design. She has assisted many institutions with curatorial and exhibition work including the statewide Museum Makeover program conducted by Conservation ConneCTion and Connecticut League of Museums to enhance the visitor experience at cultural heritage organizations throughout the state.
LMMM Chairman of the Board Douglas Hempstead and Executive Director Susan Gilgore said, “The Museum is thrilled to open this exciting, new exhibit on American finance, which has been several years in the making. We are very grateful to CT Humanities and all our supporters and look forward to sharing rarely seen images and artifacts as well as a new perspective on early Wall Street with all our visitors.”
Author and Independent Historian, Sheri Caplan will join Ms. Danielson as an expert advisor on women’s history of finance. The exhibition was developed with the assistance of Independent Museum Curator/Consultant Kathleen Craughwell-Varda and several outstanding expert advisors including Challis Professor of History at The University of Sydney, Australia, Shane White, award-winning author of, “Prince of Darkness, The Untold Story of Jeremiah G. Hamilton, Wall Street’s First Black Millionaire” ; John E. Herzog, who spearheaded the expansion of Herzog, Heine, Geduld, Inc. into the third-largest NASDAQ market maker in the country, founder of the Museum of American Finance in NYC, and author of, “A Billion to One”, and Prof. Janice Traflet, Ph.D. M.B.A. author of Traflet, M. J., Wright, E. R., (2022) “Fearless: Wilma Soss and America’s Forgotten Investor Movement,” All Seasons Press.
The exhibition, “Bulls of Wall Street” is generously sponsored by: CT Humanities, for both the research and the implementation phases of the project, and supporters Tim & Sheila Pettee, Kathy Olsen, and Dr. Michele & Attorney Miklos Koleszar.
LMMM’s 2025 programs are made possible in part by LMMM’s Founding Patrons: The Estate of Mrs. Cynthia Clark Brown; LMMM’s Leadership Patrons: Dr. Michele & Attorney Miklos Koleszar, and The Sealark Foundation; and LMMM’s 2025 Season Distinguished Benefactors: The City of Norwalk, The Maurice Goodman Foundation, Inc., and Lockwood-Mathews Foundation, Inc. For more information on tours and programs, please visit www.lockwoodmathewsmansion.com, email info@lockwoodmathewsmansion.com, or call 203-838-9799.

New Exhibit: Precisely.
2025-11-20 18:00 - 2026-01-07 17:00 | Flinn Gallery, 101 West Putnam Ave., Greenwich, CT, 06830, United States
The Flinn Gallery is proud to present Precisely., the second exhibition of the 2025–26 season, with an opening reception on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 6 pm. The show features the work of four artists: Sarah Walker, Nate Ethier, and the collaborative duo Anoka Faruqee and David Driscoll.
Curated by Chris Joy and Francene Langford, Precisely. features paintings of captivating complexity and rigorous precision. Extreme craftsmanship and experimentation result in the type of material exactitude one might find in a scientific lab or in the intellectual rigor of a philosopher’s notebook.
Sarah Walker (New York, NY) creates paintings that embody complex worlds, churning with electrostatic current. Pouring fluid acrylic with acute control, she layers geometries that suggest networks, machinery, or brainwave patterns. She writes: “A generous leeway exists layer to layer for preservation so that each action casts its line of development forward into the painting’s future.” The surfaces allow for multiple types of information to co-exist – objects are spaces and spaces are objects.
Marrying the language of abstraction with a sense of metaphysical charge, Walker says: “I look for moments of intensity where the cross-communication of dissimilar patterns form a moiré effect in the mind (of the viewer).” Walker’s work has been exhibited widely, including at Gregory Lind Gallery, the Alcott Gallery, and the Rose Art Museum. She is in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art, the National Academy of Design, and the Neuberger Museum of Art. Walker has received a Joan Mitchell Foundation grant and the Jacob Lawrence Award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. She is represented by Pierogi Gallery in New York.
Anoka Faruqee and David Driscoll (Woodbridge, CT) have worked collaboratively since 2012, creating luminous abstract paintings that push the limits of precision. Using custom-built laser-cut tools and hand-pulled techniques, they produce vibrant interference patterns with a seemingly impossible physical gesture.
Of their work, they write: “Precision and plotting paradoxically yield resonant and unstable perceptual experiences. These abstract works re-enact, rather than translate, inherent structures within nature; specifically light as wavelength.”
Their paintings simulate the behaviors of light – reflection, diffraction, interference – while remaining rooted in material discipline. Faruqee, an Associate Dean at Yale School of Art, and Driscoll have exhibited their collaborative work at institutions including the Secession, DeCordova Museum, the Suburban, and Koenig & Clinton Gallery. Their collaboration has become a conceptual practice that contests traditional notions of the artist as an individual with a singular identity and vision – opening a conversation about the value of cooperation in the creative process.
Nate Ethier (New York, NY) infuses his geometric abstractions with the rhythms of nature, the energy of music, and a love of craft passed down through his family. He uses stencils as well as freehand brush marks to make hyperspectral surfaces. Reveling in structure and order, the paintings dance with the pleasure of the luminous world. Ethier reflects: “Inspiration for the shapes and motifs at play in this work came from the dappling effect of sunlight through forest canopies, stained glass arrangements, mycology, sun angle charts, wind patterns, bird murmuration, the Moon, concert lighting, botanical order, loud music on a clear day, and surely many other subconscious interventions.”
With roots in both formal abstraction and pop sensibility, Ethier’s work radiates with optimism, pattern, and precision. His painting practice is deeply informed by early exposure to craftsmanship, from his father’s carpentry to his mother’s salon – spaces that taught him to appreciate rhythm, aesthetics and determined mastery. Ethier has exhibited widely at venues including David Richard Gallery, Auxier/Kline, Danese/Corey, Minus Space, Geoffrey Young Gallery, the Susquehanna Art Museum, and Chart Gallery.
Precisely. will open with a public reception on Thursday, November 20, 6-8 pm, where guests will have the opportunity to meet the artists and view the exhibition. An Artist Talk will take place on Thursday, December 4, at 6 pm. The exhibition closes January 7, 2026.
The Flinn Gallery is a non-profit organization sponsored by Friends of Greenwich Library and is located on the second floor of the Library at 101 Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT. The gallery presents five curated exhibitions each season, showcasing contemporary art across media and perspectives. All exhibitions and related programs are free and open to the public, welcoming visitors daily Mon. to Sat., 10am-5pm, Thurs. until 8pm, and Sun. 1-5pm.
Events:
Opening Reception: Thursday, November 20, 2025, 6–8 pm
Artist Talk: Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 6 pm

Winter Break Swim Lessons at the YMCA of Greenwich
2025-12-23 08:00 - 2026-01-03 18:00, 2026-01-03 08:00 - 18:00 | YMCA of Greenwich, 50 East Putnam Ave., Greenwich, CT, 06830, United States
Home for the holidays? The YMCA of Greenwich has you and your family covered during the upcoming winter break (12/23/25 – 01/03/26) with special, single-day aquatic programs to help you stay active and sharpen up your swimming skills.
HOLIDAY SPECIAL SESSION PROGRAMS INCLUDE:
▸ Swim Starters (Parent & Child)
▸ Preschool (3-5 Years)
▸ Adult Beginner (18+ Years)
▸ Stroke Clinic (5-8 Years)
▸ Noodle Clinic (6-9 Years)
▸ Swim Conditioning (8-13 Years)
All lessons will take place in the warm water Alumni pool. If you are not a member of the YMCA of Greenwich or have not taken a class within the last session at our facility, a swim evaluation is necessary before class registration.
Looking for a more customized program? Enjoy 15% OFF A PACKAGE OF 4 PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS to be used during the holiday session!
For more information, to schedule a private lesson, or to schedule a swim evaluation, please email SwimSchool@GWYMCA.org.
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You belong here! We’re committed to ensuring any family, regardless of financial status, feels welcome to sign up for membership and programs at the Y.

Art Adventures: Colorful Mobiles
2026-01-03 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-04 13:00 - 15:00
Saturday, January 3, 2026, and Sunday, January 4, 2026, 1–3pm
Create a beautiful colorful mobile inspired by Moses Ros HUMAN/NATURE.
Art Adventures is a drop-in program designed for children ages 4 and up and their families. This program is free with general admission, and no advanced registration is required. Join us in the Cohen Education Wing.

Cinema at the Bruce: Nocturnes
2026-01-04 14:00 - 15:30
Sunday, January 4, 2–3:30pm
Nocturnes is an immersive viewing experience of sound and imagery, the film weaves together an intricate and poetic tapestry of our world. Ecologist Mansi sets out on a quest to study moths in one of the most vibrant places on earth. She teams up with Bicki, a young man from the indigenous Bugun community, to seek clues about what the future has in store for the moths.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Fee: Free with admission. Registration is required.

NAMI Family Support Group Meeting
2026-01-05 18:45 - 20:00 | Greenwich Hospital – Noble Conference Center, 5 Perryridge Road
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer led support group for any adult with a loved one who has or is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. The confidential meeting is a safe and confidential space where family members can gain insight and support from fellow people who are dealing with similar challenging situations in their families. To find out more, please check out our website or email namisouthwestct@gmail.com

Bruce Beginnings: Cozy and Warm Animal Adaptations
2026-01-06 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-01-06 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-01-07 15:00 - 2026-01-08 15:45
Tuesday, January 6, 10–10:45am and 11–11:45am; Wednesday, January 7, 3–3:45pm
Our little learners will discuss how animals stay warm when it gets cold out through a story, a gallery tour, and a hands-on craft.
Children (ages 2.5–5) and their caregivers are encouraged to explore the Bruce’s collections and exhibitions through picture books and hands-on activities. This program is free with general admission, but space is limited and is first-come, first-served. Please see the Visitor Services desk upon arrival.

Wellness Day: Mental Health Awareness
2026-01-10 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 10am–5pm
Winter can feel long and lonely—start 2026 right with a day focusing on health and wellness at the Bruce Museum! On Saturday January 10th, 2026, come visit the Bruce Museum for a full day of programs and activities. Activities will include therapeutic movement and poetry in the Bruce galleries, guided meditation, a showing of the documentary Heavy Healing which focuses on the healing powers of heavy metal music and a conversation for families about teens and mental health with Kids in Crisis.
All programs are free with admission to the Bruce, but registration for individual activities is necessary. RSVP Links can be found on the Full Wellness Day Schedule.

Museum Movers: Yoga for Kids
2026-01-10 11:00 - 12:00
Saturday, January 10, 11am–12pm
Join us for “Museum Movers,” a Bruce Museum yoga class for learners ages 3-6 and their grownups. Participants will explore the Bruce Museum’s galleries using a variety of sensory and experiential modalities, followed by an exhibition inspired yoga class. Museum Movers uses movement, breath, group games and creative activities to reinforce the gallery experience. Come have fun in our galleries and get to know the Bruce in a whole new way.
Wear comfortable clothing and be ready to take your shoes and socks off! We have a limited number of foam mats, please bring your own mat.
Cost: Free with admission to the Bruce Museum. Members admission is free with membership.
Classes are held once a month on Saturdays, from 11am–12pm. Please meet at the Grand Hall Staircase.

Birding at the Bruce Museum with Greenwich Audubon
2026-01-10 13:00 - 14:00
Saturday, January 10, 2025, 1–2pm
Join the Bruce Museum and Greenwich Audubon for a tour of the neighboring Oneida Sanctuary. Tours will meet at the Visitor Services Desk in museum lobby, and walk from the Bruce Park Playground to Audubon’s neighboring Oneida Sanctuary. The Oneida Sanctuary is located in one of Greenwich’s only remaining coastal salt marshes.
This location not only provides an opportunity to see bird species that use this special habitat such as waterfowl, shorebirds, herons & egrets but also learn about Audubon’s conservation efforts to improve our coastal resiliency in Greenwich.
Please meet at the Bruce Museum Lobby.

Art Adventures: Squeegee Art
2026-01-10 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-11 13:00 - 15:00
Saturday, January 10, and Sunday, January 11, 2026, 1–3pm
Join us this weekend to explore and experiment with color, paint, and patterns through squeegee art!
Art Adventures is a drop-in program designed for children ages 4 and up and their families. This program is free with general admission, and no advanced registration is required. Join us in the Cohen Education Wing.

Trees in Winter Landscape: Watercolor Class with Artist Hazel Jarvis
2026-01-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Greenwich Botanical Center, 130 Bible St, Cos Cob, CT, 06807, United States
Offered in partnership with Greenwich Tree Conservancy
Let the quiet beauty of winter inspire your brush. Join artist Hazel Jarvis for an afternoon of watercolor painting that celebrates the sculptural grace of trees in the winter stillness. Guided by Hazel’s expert instruction, you’ll learn to capture the subtle interplay of light, shadow, and delicate colors that defines the season’s landscape.
This workshop invites both beginners and experienced artists to slow down, observe nature’s elegant forms, and translate the poetry of bare branches and muted skies into luminous watercolor.
All supplies provided including brushes, paint and palettes.
2-4 PM | Saturday, January 10th | Gallery – Main Building | Greenwich Botanical Center

Cinema at the Bruce: Focus on French Cinema
2026-01-11 14:00 - 16:00
Sunday, January 11, 2–4pm
Join us for a special screening of a French comedy called The Musicians.
Astrid Thompson finally succeeds in fulfilling her father’s dream: to bring together four Stradivarius for a unique concert, eagerly expected by music lovers around the world. But Lise, George, Peter and Apolline, the four virtuosos recruited for the occasion, are incapable of playing together. The rehearsals are one ego crisis after another. With no solution in sight, Astrid decides to go and find the only person who, in her eyes, can still save the event: Charlie Beaumont, the composer of the score.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Fee: Free with admission. Registration is required.

Bruce Beginnings: Pretty Paper
2026-01-13 10:00 - 10:45
Tuesday, January 13, 10–10:45am and 11–11:45am; Wednesday, January 14, 3–3:45pm
Discover how artists use and create paper through a story, a gallery tour, and a hands-on craft.
Children (ages 2.5-5) and their caregivers are encouraged to explore the Bruce’s collections and exhibitions through picture books and hands-on activities. This program is free with general admission, but space is limited and is first-come, first-served. Please see the Visitor Services desk upon arrival.

Experiences at the Bruce: Seeing Touch: Georges Braque’s Tactile Spaces
2026-01-13 14:00 - 15:30
Tuesday, January 13, 2025, 2–3:30pm
Join Assistant Curator of Art, Jordan Hillman, as she leads a lecture and discussion on the works of Georges Braque.
Jordan Hillman is the Assistant Curator of Art at the Bruce Museum. Before coming to the Bruce, she was an Invited Researcher at the University of Paris, Nanterre, and an Annual Subject Fellow at the German Center for Art History in Paris. In 2023, she received her PhD in Art History from the University of Delaware with a dissertation that examined the ways in which artists subverted police authority through image making in turn-of-the-century Paris, a subject she has explored further in several lectures and publications. Previously, she was the International Fine Print Dealers Association Summer Fellow and a curatorial research assistant in the Department of Prints, Drawings, and Photographs at the Baltimore Museum of Art.

Bruce Beginnings Junior: Paper Play
2026-01-14 10:00 - 10:45
Wednesday, January 14, 10–10:45am
Through song, movement, and a hands-on sensory activity, explore all things paper.
Explore the Museum and its collection with a fun and interactive experience. This program is specifically designed for children ages 12-30 months old and their caregivers and is free with general admission. Space is limited and is first come, first served; please see the Visitor Services desk upon arrival.

Cultivating Your Gut Microbiome Garden: Natural Tools to Strengthen the Gut-Brain Connection
2026-01-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Greenwich Botanical Center, 130 Bible St, Cos Cob, CT, 06807, United States
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 6:00PM | GBC Gallery
Are you ready for a New Year reset? Have you ever felt like your body is trying to tell you something, whether through fatigue, bloating, or simply feeling stuck on your health journey? If you’ve tried diets or cleanses without lasting change, this workshop is for you.
Join Sara Englis, founder of Empowered Healthy Living, former Greenwich resident, and a translator of cutting-edge science into down-to-earth insights for an engaging, interactive session that explores the gut-brain connection as the root of lasting wellness.
Through hands-on activities and practical teaching, you’ll:
Discover three key steps to cultivating your gut microbiome like a thriving garden
Understand how gut bacteria influence your mood, energy, and overall health
Explore surprising links between soil health and human health
Assess your current health habits and reconnect with nature’s role in healing
Leave with immediate, science-backed actions to support your gut-brain connection
This event is ideal for anyone seeking a more natural, sustainable approach to health, grounded in the latest research and inspired by the rhythms of nature.

PERFORMATIVE STORIES
2026-01-15 10:00 - 2026-03-04 17:00 | Flinn Gallery, 101 West Putnam Ave., Greenwich, CT, 06830, United States
An immersive exhibition infused with theatrical flair and narrative depth.
“Tell me a story” is a request as old as time and has formed the basis of human exploits since humans began to communicate. From the cave drawings at Altamira to the superheroes who zoom across our screens, we are in the thrall of stories.
Join us for the opening reception, Thursday, January 15 from 6 – 8 pm. Exhibit runs through March 4, 2026.
The four artists featured in Performative Stories have created works which provide visual expansion to the art of storytelling, Dan Hurlin, Janie Geiser, Maiko Kikuchi and Jason Gardner employ colorful figures and motion to express varied narratives. As creators, they ask that you as an audience member apply your imagination to complete their presentations. Curators Leslee Asch and Kate Sheridan Chung have expanded the conventional idea of storytelling to include tales that ask for viewer participation in constructing the plot. In an age of digital avatars, AI-generated characters, and cinematic universes, our thirst for constructed realities remains unquenched.
Dan Hurlin, an award-winning theater artist, presents his figures in arrested time allowing the viewer to fill in the rest. The artwork presented in this show includes a large installation piece featuring 1⁄2 scale human figures in a setting that captures a moment in time. He invites viewers to interpret the implied story and emotion presented. He has taught at Sarah Lawrence, Barnard, Bowdoin, Bennington and Princeton. In 2014 he won the Rome Prize in visual art, and he has had three MacDowell Colony Fellowships. Dan currently divides his time between New York City and Spoleto, Italy.
Janie Geiser is a renowned experimental filmmaker and multimedia artist whose images demand viewers free their imaginations and allow themselves to be swept away by a flow of objects and ideas. Conventional rules of language and action step aside, and the resulting images reach the unconscious, associative realm of the mind, both stimulating and startling her audience. Her films have been screened at major museums including National Gallery of Art, MoMA, the Whitney, the Guggenheim, LACMA, Centre Pompidou, and the British Film Institute. Her films have also screened at festivals including The New York Film Festival and London International Film Festival. She is based in Los Angeles and teaches at Cal Arts.
Maiko Kikuchi, a Tokyo-born artist and sculptor creates imaginary worlds as visual monologues. Still figures come to life and transform into moving characters and objects that delight viewers with their versatility. The transformation from a still life picture to a fanciful animation charms viewers with its imaginative and unexpected connections. She has presented her visual art works in several New York City galleries and has created work for numerous music videos and album covers. Maiko has an M.F.A. in sculpture from the Pratt Institute.
Jason Gardner, a photographer, approaches storytelling as a visual anthropologist. Gardner has documented rural Carnivale celebrations for fifteen years in fifteen countries. He explores aspects of this ancient tradition, which stretches across continents, involving ritual, music, and pageantry as expressions of the human spirit. Gardner’s artistic sensitivity for color, form and composition is evident in every image. His photography has appeared in numerous publications including The New York Times, Sunday Times Magazine (UK), Rolling Stone, and New York Magazine. His work has also been exhibited widely including Lincoln Center, New Orleans Jazz Fest, and several consulates. In 2024 GOST Books, London published his book We the Spirits. All of the photos to be exhibited in this exhibition appear in We The Spirits. Jason currently divides his time between New York and Paris.
Events:
Opening Reception: Thursday, January 15, 2026, 6 – 8 pm
Artist Talk: Saturday, January 17, 2026, 2 pm, featuring Jason Gardner and Dan Hurlin
Artist Talk: Sunday, March 1, 2026, featuring Janie Geiser and Maiko Kikuchi
Art Lounge in conjunction with Friends Friday Films: Date and film TBD
The Flinn Gallery is a non-profit organization funded and sponsored by Friends of Greenwich Library. It is located on the second floor of the library at 101 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT.
Gallery hours are Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Thursday 10am-8pm, and Sunday 1-5pm.

Science Solvers: Imagination Playground
2026-01-17 13:00 - 15:00
Saturday, January 17, and Sunday, January 18, 2026, 1–3pm
In this hands-on program, participants will use Imagination Playground blocks to design, build, and explore their own creative structures. Through fun challenges and prompts, they’ll unleash their creativity while learning through play.
Science Solvers is a drop-in program designed for children ages 4 and up and their families. This program is free with general admission, and no advanced registration is required. Join us in the Cohen Education Wing.

PERFORMATIVE STORIES Artist Talk
2026-01-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Flinn Gallery, 101 West Putnam Ave., Greenwich, CT, 06830, United States
Join us in the gallery for a vibrant artist talk featuring Jason Gardner and Dan Hurlin.
For more information and images of the exhibit see: https://flinngallery.org/performative-stories/

Cinema at the Bruce and the Avon Theatre Present: Loving Vincent
2026-01-18 14:00 - 16:00
Sunday, January 18, 2–4pm
In partnership with the Avon Theatre, the Bruce Museum invites you to the screening of Loving Vincent.
This animated biographical film tells the story of the last days of the notorious painter told through his paintings.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Fee: Free with admission. Registration is required.

Bruce Socials: Trivia
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:30
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 6–7:30pm
Before heading home after a long workday, join us for a lively and engaging evening at the Bruce Museum! Grab a slice of pizza, a refreshing beer, and get ready to flex your brainpower with our fun-filled trivia game, moderated by Museum staff.
Bring your friends or come solo—everyone’s welcome to this exciting after-hours event that promises laughter, learning, and a little friendly competition.
Price: $10 includes pizza and a drink.

Courage & Faith Presents: Author Talk with Bestselling Author, Jen Hatmaker
2026-01-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Christ Church Greenwich, 216 E Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, 06830, United States
A GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT!
Jen Hatmaker is a bestselling author, former leading Christian influencer, beloved podcaster, and dynamic speaker whose New York Times bestselling books, vibrant book club, and award-winning “For the Love” podcast have made her a trusted voice for millions of women navigating life, faith, and reinvention. Her newest NYTimes Bestseller, “AWAKE” offers a raw and compelling journey through disruption, resilience, and the unexpected liberation of beginning again.
All tickets include the book and post-talk reception:
$50 – 6:30pm General Admission
$75 – 6:00pm Meet & Greet Cocktails
Purchase tickets here: eventbrite.com/e/1977721515291?aff=oddtdtcreator

New Year, Natural Wellness: Building a Better Medicine Cabinet
2026-01-22 06:00 - 19:30 | Greenwich Botanical Center, 130 Bible St, Cos Cob, CT, 06807, United States
Thursday, January 22 | 6PM | GBC Gallery
$25/GBC Member | $35/Non-Member
Start the new year by nurturing your well-being naturally. Join Dr. Lindsay Chimileski, a licensed naturopathic doctor, for an engaging evening exploring the foundations of herbalism and plant-based wellness.
Discover how everyday herbs and kitchen botanicals can support balance, vitality, and resilience throughout the seasons. Learn practical ways to begin your own “kitchen herbalism” practice, understanding safety, sourcing, and how to create gentle, effective remedies for the whole family. From stress and sleep to energy, blood sugar, and heart health, Dr. Chimileski will share trusted herbal allies for common concerns, along with guidance for women’s health, perimenopause, and menopause.
Whether you’re new to natural remedies or expanding your wellness toolkit, this lecture offers inspiration and actionable steps toward building a better, plant-powered medicine cabinet.
Dr. Lindsay Chimileski, ND, MS, RH(AHG) is a Connecticut-licensed naturopathic doctor, acupuncture specialist, and registered herbalist with over a decade of clinical experience. She weaves together evidence-based naturopathic medicine, plant and mushroom wisdom, and heart-centered healing to help people reconnect with their innate resilience. She founded Hawthorn Holistic Health in 2017, a family-medicine natural health clinic serving patients of all ages. A former botanical medicine professor for seven years, she now teaches through conferences, community events, and small-group programs. She is known for her grounded teaching style, deep connection to the earth, and ability to make herbal traditions accessible and inspiring. At the Greenwich Botanical Center, Dr. Lindsay shares her passion for local plants, seasonal wellness, and nature-based practices that support whole-body vitality.

The Coretta Scott King and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Annual Conversation
2026-01-22 19:00 - 20:30 | YWCA Greenwich
Third Spaces: Building Belonging Beyond Home and Work
In a comprehensive discussion with leading sociologist, Eric Klinenberg, and state and municipal officials, we will convene an extensive conversation rooted in Klinenberg’s best-selling book Palaces for the People: How Social Infrastructure Can Help Fight Inequity, Polarization and the Decline of Civic Life. The event will spotlight how third spaces are crucial to our communities and the ways in which we are working to expand and operate these spaces beyond work and home, connecting us all.
