Moms, treat yourself or another lovely lady in your life (grandma, sister?)! Visit Classic Kids Photography on Greenwich Avenue for a mini (short but oh so sweet!) shoot and receive a FREE 5 x 7, fine art print. $200. You will pay less than a third of the $685 value. Katie Farro, Head Photographer at Classic Kids has taken beautiful shots of our Moms of the Week. Call Katie to book your shoot before Mother’s Day and...
It’s not just a pizza place, although Frank and Mike Greco will make you any kind of pizza you can dream up. It’s more than a deli, although they have the freshest, best cold cuts and imported cheeses. Their special sandwiches are delicious, as are the paninis and wraps. You can choose from a host of wonderful salads or make a meal of their homemade soups. Party with Moms recommends Frank’s Italian combo sandwich on...
What do you love to do with your children? How old are they? And what is your greatest wish for them? My favorite days are when we get to have tea and read aloud. That doesn’t always happen, but when it does, it’s a great day. My kids are 6, 4, 3, and 1. My greatest wish is that they grow in virtue and build resilient character – Growing up today is a bit harder...
Do you know where Mt. Kisco Smokehouse is? Yes, you’re right, it is in Mt. Kisco, where its incredible smoked salmon has made it a popular tri-state destination. A family-run business since 2000, Mt. Kisco Smokehouse smokes and hand slices the highest quality salmon and other fish, including sturgeon, sable, trout, whitefish and shrimp. But luckily for Greenwich, the next generation of the family has opened a retail store in Greenwich. While the seafood is still...
Katherine Kinzler’s article, The Superior Social Skills of Bilinguals (NYT 3/11/16), cites recent research by herself and others that indicates that young children growing up in a household in which they are exposed to more than one language develop a greater capacity for a skill that is crucial to interpersonal understanding. Because they must keep in mind who speaks what language to whom, they have constant practice in putting themselves in the place of others. It...
This exclusive and intimate event “Shannon Elizabeth & Animal Avengers: Back to Africa" will be held at Arthur Murray Grande Ballroom of Greenwich on Sunday April 17, 2016. The event will bring awareness and support to Shannon Elizabeth’s non-profit Animal Avengers that is currently assisting anti-poaching units as well as organizations and people in Africa who are protecting and saving endangered animals while supporting the surrounding communities in the process. Elizabeth who has appeared in over 50...
By Admissions Expert, Dr. Lowe Many students and their parents will be overjoyed when they are accepted into the private school or college of their choice. HOWEVER, for those who are not happy with current educational situations open to them or their children, Greenwich Admissions Advisors can help broaden those horizons. Dr. Paul Lowe, a managing director of both GAA and Private School Admissions Advisors, is well acquainted with elite private schools, Ivy League and highly selective...
The application to demolish and reconstruct the Sun Dial apartments on Steamboat Road has been withdrawn!! Thanks to everyone who sent a letter or expressed an opinion. Your words counted. A piece of colorful history has been preserved – at least for the moment. We love that we will be able to feast our eyes on the historic apartments as we take the ferry out of Greenwich Harbor on our way to Island Beach or...
Jean Kinkead Martine (Remy's Grandmother, Anne’s mother) Anyone who has ever been involved in going from a large, unwieldy ménage to something more in keeping with a diminished household knows there is a surfeit of opinion on the subject and little consensus. Then, once the move is actually made, there is ongoing commentary. Last week I received a letter from a distant classmate who had caught up with our news through the grapevine. “I do hope,...
Friday, March 25th 4 - 7 PM Meet Adam Claire from Half Full Brewery and taste: Bright Ale – A Blond/Pale Hybrid Pursuit IPA – A rye-based, medium bodied ale Within Reach – A peach-flavored wheat beer Saturday, March 26th, 4 - 7 PM Altaneve Prosecco Tasting - Try the highest quality sparkling wine, elegantly delicious! ...
In case you missed, Children Teaching Parents, Part 1 Sam was excited, knowing Nick and his parents were coming over. He had been gathering little sticks since early morning so that he and Nick could add onto their houses the second he arrived. Julie was working on a small pastel of trees while Philip swept the sunny terrace. “It will be so nice to have Nick over,” Sam said to his mother. “I hope his parents are...
What more could we ask for? Wonderful company and excellent food. What we shared: Prince Edward Island mussels with smoked chorizo, lemon confit and cilantro, served with grilled, buttery Italian bread, a hint of garlic. The best mussels of any restaurant in town, bar none. Yellow fin tuna crudo with mashed avocado, shaved radish, ginger/soy sugo/ and a rice cracker – a delicious medley of tastes. The special risotto – creamy, with grilled octopus, golden beets and cauliflower....
By Admissions Expert, Dr. Lowe Dr. Lowe paid one of his many visits to Massachusetts Institute of Technology Admissions Office and the MIT Campus. Dr. Lowe and his team of admissions advisors visit Ivy League, prestigious and elite colleges several times annually where they have the unique opportunity of interacting one-on-one with the director of admissions and senior admissions personnel. MIT is at the center of a growing science, technology, health care, research and business community in...
The agenda for tomorrow night's (March 22nd) Planning & Zoning meeting will no longer include the possible demolition of the The White House on Steamboat Road. This is the second time the meeting has been postponed which we can only hope is good news. This topic will now reappear on April 19th's agenda. Thank you again to all of you who submitted letters to us supporting the preservation of this beautiful building built in 1827. If...
Party with Moms and celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Val's Putnam Wines today - Raise the Irish Spirits and enjoy celebratory Irish Drinks...
Thanks to the success of its Stamford branch on Harbor Point Road, Pinot’s Palette is opening a new studio. You can be part of that opening on March 19th at 108 Mamaroneck Ave from 6:30 - 8:30 PM. Westchester residents now have a their own place to “Paint. Drink. Have Fun.” The Pinot’s Palette experience is great for a Girls Night Out, a family experience, a unique corporate event, a bachelorette party or shower, a holiday...
Sam and Nick were four-year-old best friends. Life with each other was all they knew and that was just fine. Sam’s mother and father were Julie and Philip, slightly older parents who felt so lucky to have Sam. Julie was a landscape artist and Philip was a veterinarian. They loved time together and marveled at their little boy’s openheartedness. Nick’s father, Ron was a rather serious insurance salesman. His wife Lois had recently found a part...
Ristorante Firenze introduces their Iconic Wine Dinner! It is a unique opportunity to enjoy ORNELLAIA, SASSICAIA and SOLDERA from their reserve wine cellar. With the purchase of a bottle of their featured reserve wine, Firenze is offering Chef Francesco's FOUR course dinner for TWO, compliments of the house. The evening begins with a selection of classic Italian antipasti. You will then experience their house specialty Gnocchi with Burrata and Black Truffle followed by Prime Center cut Veal Chop Milanese. Their...
Faith No More's Mike Patton, manager Tim Moss, Ipecac Recordings' Greg Werckman, Dan Boyle and Mike Bordin. Photo Credit RollingStone.com Article by Dan Epstein of RollingStone.com New York Rangers defenseman Dan Boyle has amassed a pretty impressive resume over the course of his 17 seasons in the National Hockey League. A savvy defender and power play specialist, Boyle won a Stanley Cup with the 2003-04 Tampa Bay Lightning and a gold medal with Team Canada in the...
In Marianne’s last two columns on Bev Bos, she shared and reinforced Bev’s belief of the importance of parents creating memories and traditions for children and of passing on memories and traditions from their own childhoods. I would like to expand this theme a bit further. There are really two related but separate themes here. One is the theme of children creating new memories of experiences such as family vacations, decorating for the holidays, and other...
What’s good at Boxcar? Everything, but here are a few of our favorites...
What do you love to do with your children? How old are they? And what is your greatest wish for them? When I’m not watching my children watch TV (it happen sometimes right?)...
The beautiful sun-catching apartments that the whole town adores have been deemed unworthy of sharing their silent beauty with all boaters and for sure Island Beach Boat passengers. It is scary to think of this change because it symbolizes something enormously sad. To ignore this feels irresponsible. These are historic gems. Their architecture reveals a former way of living. The people who live in them now still love keeping this way alive. Imagining what these...
By Dr. Paul Lowe Admissions Expert Some people view diversity as a nebulous and intangible descriptor, a court-ordered societal mandate or, in some cases, even unconstitutional. In truth, diversity is an invaluable asset and in the financial sense has an unlimited ROI. We live in a competitive and interconnected global society; not in the small, homogenous and insular communities that we may perceive. Diversity has always been America’s greatest asset! Diversity is a necessary precondition to...
You are invited to a St. Patrick’s Day Open House Party at Arthur Murray Grande Ballroom Greenwich on Friday, March 18th beginning at 8:30 PM. Wine sponsored by Val's Putnam Wines! Attend and mention Party with Moms to receive a complimentary dance lesson. With a little help from the Arthur Murray professional instructors, you can dance your way to fitness and fun. And you will have a great time doing it. Like or share this on our facebook...
Even on a rainy and chilly day, Tengda had a great crowd for lunch. Why? Lots of delicious food at reasonable prices. The Japanese Bento Boxes are very popular, and the Ribeye Teriyaki option was excellent, with tender and flavorful steak and fresh and perfectly al dente vegetables. All of the boxes include an Asian salad, rice, California rolls and potstickers ($10 - $14). A new favorite is Chicken, Vegetable and Tofu in Coconut Curry Sauce...
What do you love to do with your children? How old are they? And what is your greatest wish for them? I love to do outdoor activities. We go on hikes in Pomerance and Mianus River and for walks at Tod’s Point. They are 15 (Dylan), 13 (Carly) and 11 (Chloe). My greatest wish for them is to live a happy life. When and where are you the happiest? I am happiest when I am a outside in...
Thanks to all who responded so positively to my column on Bev Bos last week. As a follow-up, here are some of the beliefs that she stressed in her writings and presentations. They can guide us all as we teach or parent young children. (My thoughts in italics) On the Importance of Socialization "Kids have to be social by six. If they’re not social by six, if they don’t know how to give and take, if they...
Zelenz Brothers is a family owned body shop located on 37 Sherwood Place in the heart of Greenwich, CT. Party with Moms and friends use them exclusively. Why? Zelenz Brothers not only do an excellent job repairing your car; they are totally honest, reliable and fair. That’s unusual. They fix what you can see, and what you cannot. Your car will be as good as new, for a very fair and competitive price. No one...
On February 4th, Bev Bos died in her sleep at her home in California. She was a giant in the field of Early Childhood Education, a mentor and inspiration to 40 years of nursery school teachers, and a gift to children everywhere. Bev gained national notice when she was featured in a segment of ABC’s 20/20 in 1991. It was an eye-opening twenty minutes in an era when the “push down curriculum” was subjecting young children...
