Greenwich Tag

03 Dec

Published on December 3, 2016 in Parties & Events by

  Arthur Murray Grande Ballroom hosts Billy Blanks, Jr. (Dr. Oz, Shark Tank) who will be giving a free class each day. Great for kids and grown up kids! Saturday, December 3rd – 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM  Sunday, December 4th – 12:00 – 1:00 PM Suggested donation $20 per person goes to Kids in Crisis RSVP Now at 203 – 769 – 1800 or email chris@arthurmurraygreenwich.com www.arthurmurraygreenwich.com CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD WAIVER  ...

30 Nov

Published on November 30, 2016 in Food & Drink by

  Dinner at Boxcar Cantina is always fun. Even on a Tuesday night, there is a lively crowd, both in the dining room and the bar. The wait staff is unfailingly friendly and attentive. You can’t beat their Super Chief Margaritas – they are delicious. Sharing a plate of Boxcar nachos is a great way to start. Fresh from the oven, the chips drip melted cheese, olives, tomatoes, and scallions, sour cream and salsa. Perfect comfort food...

23 Nov

Published on November 23, 2016 in Education & Programs by

  Parents walking their children through the door of the Putnam Indian Field School on the Tuesday morning before Thanksgiving always pause and ask, “What smells so good? Smells like Thanksgiving!” And so it does, thanks to Nolda Joseph, longtime kitchen manager and cook. Along with her co-worker, Alba Jaramillo, Nolda prepares lunch for the children and staff of PIFS every day. In recent years, her job has been complicated by the school’s switch to organic...

22 Nov

Published on November 22, 2016 in Giving Back, Parties & Events by

A LIVE NATIVITY SCENE LIVE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT TENT FOOD TRUCKS ICE SCULPTURE DEMONSTRATIONS HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE RIDES Visit live reindeer and take photos with Santa at Sam Bridge Nursery from November 25th to December 24th - $5 of every photo will be donated to Kids in Crisis during Holiday Stroll Weekend. GreenwichVIP.com puts the Holiday Stroll in the palm of your hand giving you insider special offers, promotions, rewards and sales from all participating stores and merchants. Arthur Murray Grande Ballroom hosts...

21 Nov

Published on November 21, 2016 in Mom of the Week by

  What do you love to do with your children? How old are they? And what is your greatest wish for them?   What I love to do most with my girls is explore & seek out new adventures. Whether that means travel, taking a walk outside or going to a children’s museum, seeing the look on their faces when they discover something new is my greatest joy. Harper is 4 & Sydney Grace is 2, so...

14 Nov

Published on November 14, 2016 in House & Travel by

  11 Lafayette Court #6 A Greenwich, CT 06830 1 bd, 1 full ba, ½ ba, 1,117 sq. ft $749,000 Spectacular views of Long Island Sound from this beautiful 6th floor unit in exclusive Lafayette Court in lovely downtown Greenwich. Set on a charming tree-lined lamp-lit street, this unit features a great floor plan, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, dimmer switches and crown molding. Enjoy the spacious ambiance of high-rise living with a gourmet eat in kitchen, pantry, and laundry...

28 Oct

Published on October 28, 2016 in Food & Drink by

  If you like creative sushi, order the Magical Roll – spicy crunchy tuna, cucumber, and rice, topped with smoked eel, sweet shrimp, avocado, tobiko and scallions, and drizzled with chef’s special sauce. Definitely an unreal taste experience. If you are hungry, you will love the Chicken Teriyaki Bento Box – tender grilled chicken over al dente veggies in teriyaki sauce, rice (white or brown), salad with ginger dressing, potstickers, California roll, miso soup. Your stomach and...

25 Oct

Published on October 25, 2016 in House & Travel by

  "lithic wiff waff," table by artist Blair Cook – 4’0" x  8’0" x 30" high, ½" thick tempered glass top ($7,500). A beautiful outdoor/indoor table in lightweight cast concrete, to be used for dining, entertaining and even table tennis (also available with regulation size glass top 5’ x 9’ - $8,500).   About the Artist, Blair Cook: Summers of the 50’s and 60’s living in Bradford, Vermont nurtured the artist’s sensibilities and experimentation: building first workbench and treehouse, exploring...

21 Oct

Published on October 21, 2016 in Giving Back, Health & Beauty by

  By Dr. George Tsangaroulis Greenwich Family & Cosmetic Dentistry  Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide, and it takes center stage every October. Finding anyone whose life has not been touched by breast cancer in some way is nearly impossible. Dr. George Tsangaroulis and his team at Greenwich Family & Cosmetic Dentistry are no exception. The dental practice has a focus on prevention and takes a holistic approach to treating their patients. Good...

19 Oct

Published on October 19, 2016 in House & Travel by

  Pecora Brothers, Inc. is a family-owned custom home building and general construction company located in Greenwich, Connecticut, servicing all of Fairfield County and the surrounding areas as well as New Hampshire and Rhode Island. [caption id="attachment_7639" align="aligncenter" width="480"] A beautiful house Pecora Brothers built in Narragansett, Rhode Island.[/caption] Pecora Brothers has been in business for over 20 years, bringing extensive experience in both residential and commercial construction as well as property management. They can do both new...

17 Oct

Published on October 17, 2016 in Parties & Events by

Please Join Mary Himes and Special Guest Congressman Jim Himes at their home for a fundraiser to benefit Dita Bhargava for State Representative Thursday, October 20th 7:00PM - 9:00PM 197 Valley Road Cos Cob, CT Suggested Contribution: $250, $100 or $50 Please RSVP to Kyle Buda at 517 - 862 - 1107 or Kyle@TheVinciGroup.com With your help, I know we can get our state back on track. Sincerely, Dita Bhargava If you can’t attend, I hope you’ll still support our campaign by making a contribution. Click...

07 Oct

Published on October 7, 2016 in Health & Beauty, Mom of the Week, Mom Of The Week News by

  Anna Korisch, a recent Mom of the Week, is a Registered Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist. She has a Masters Degree in Psychology from NYU. Her practice is located at 4 Davenport Place, right off Steamboat Road in downtown Greenwich. Anna describes Craniosacral Therapy as a highly effective, light-touch approach to bodywork that brings the nervous system into a state of balance, alleviating physical and emotional issues. The therapy is effective in treating the following conditions: ADD/ADHD Anxiety ...

06 Oct

Published on October 6, 2016 in Health & Beauty by

  Have fun, exercise and learn a new skill at Arthur Murray Ballroom… 6 Lewis Street Ballroom Dancing, Latin Dancing, and so much more… Special Fall Dance Offer : First Lesson is Free for New Students! Friendly, Welcoming, and Talented Staff Call 203-769-1800 to get started www.arthurmurraygreenwich.com  ...

01 Oct

Published on October 1, 2016 in Parties & Events by

    Prosecco tasting at Val's flagship store - Try the #1 selling Prosecco in Italy, Valdo! Saturday, October 1st 4 - 7 PM Meet Vanessa Alward from Gallo Wines who will be pouring Chateau Souverain Chardonnay and Chateau Souverain Cabernet Sauvignon at Val's new Glenville store.  Saturday, October 1st 4 - 7 PM www.valsputnamwines.com                   Saturday, October 1st 4-7 PM Swing by either Val's today Valdo The #1 Selling Prosecco in Italy   Val's At Glenville Location 21 Glenville Street  Greenwich, CT 06831 Saturday October 1st. 4-7pm...

28 Sep

Published on September 28, 2016 in Parties & Events by

  Written by Dita Bhargava, Candidate for State Reprsentative As the mother of a daughter, I'm committed to ensuring women and girls in our community are treated with respect and empowered to achieve their dreams. That's why I co-founded The Parity Partnership--a grassroots nonpartisan organization committed to educating the public about gender equality and policies that promote equal respect and opportunity for men and women. One of the most important tools in the mission for gender parity...

28 Sep

Published on September 28, 2016 in Education & Programs by

  Locally owned and operated, specializing in computer repair, education, and problem solving. Efficient repair services that are guaranteed After school STEAM education (calendar here) and kids vacation camps Excellent at solving problems, simple or complex for homes and businesses Creative thinking and exceptional customer service 203 - 531 - 5720 37 W Putnam Avenue  www.macinspires.com                ...

27 Sep

Published on September 27, 2016 in Food & Drink, Giving Back, Parties & Events by

  Terra Ristorante, the renowned Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown Greenwich, celebrates its 25th year in business on Thursday, October 6, 2016. In honor of this milestone, the restaurant will host a cocktail party from 5 – 7 PM, offering complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cocktails as well as a special appearance by breast cancer survivor, Geralyn Lucas, who will be conducting a book signing of her latest book “Then Came Life.” To continue the celebration,...

26 Sep

Published on September 26, 2016 in Mom of the Week by

  What do you love to do with your children? How old are they? And what is your greatest wish for them?  We have 1 daughter who is 4 years old. We love to go on adventures locally and all around the world! She is an amazing swimmer so in the winter we love to go swimming, sauna and have a cozy lunch by the fire! I always loved the summer growing up in Australia, and upon...

24 Sep

Published on September 24, 2016 in Food & Drink by

Mt. Kisco Smokehouse in Greenwich has some great smoked fish for your dinners. They offer the finest, premium hand-sliced smoked Scotch salmon and Nova around as well as specialty smoked sturgeon, smoked sable, trout and herring and whitefish salad. Better still, let Mt. Kisco Smokehouse cater your meal. They prepare delicious smoked fish platters, and also carry all kinds of fresh bagels, plain and raisin challah, and cream cheeses. Click here to access the catering menu and...

23 Sep

Published on September 23, 2016 in Education & Programs, Parties & Events by

  A community conversation about “empowering girls by focusing on the need to be brave, rather than perfect,” will be held Friday, September 30th from 3 – 5 PM at the Second Congregational Church in Greenwich. The event will feature Reshma Saujani, CEO and co-founder of Girls Who Code, a national non-profit organization dedicated to closing the gender gap in technology. Students and staff from local Greenwich schools like Greenwich Academy, Stanwich School and Whitby will participate.in...

16 Aug

Published on August 16, 2016 in Food & Drink by

  You can’t beat the lunch options at Tengda. If you are hungry, the Bento boxes will fill you up with delicious food. Here are two Bento Box possibilities: Ribeye Teriyaki and Shrimp/Vegetable Tempura. Both offer more than you can eat – they include; potstickers, California rolls, salad, your choice of white or brown rice. Simply delicious! If you want a lighter fare, we recommend the Thai chicken lettuce wraps – few calories there, and mouth-watering. The sushi...

09 Aug

Published on August 9, 2016 in Food & Drink by

  On a beautiful evening last week, we decided last minute to have dinner at Terra. Since it is August and half of Greenwich seems to be away, we were able to get a table outside. The breeze was delightful and terrace quiet compared to the restaurant itself. After a round of great drinks we had a hard time choosing between Terra’s usual wonderful dinner entrees. Everything looks and sounds so good, but we can only eat...

08 Jul

Published on July 8, 2016 in House & Travel by

  One of our favorite places in Greenwich is the Sam Bridge Nursery. Whether you are buying flats of annuals for your cutting garden, herbs for use all summer, or perennials that will last a lifetime, Sam Bridge Nursery is your place. You can count on their plants to flourish and make your garden(s) look great. It is fun to check out their flower arrangements in hanging or standing pots. Everything looks so good at Sam...

13 Jun

Published on June 13, 2016 in Mom of the Week by

  What do you love to do with your children? How old are they? And what is your greatest wish for them? My children are my greatest joy! At ages 7 and 5, they keep me on my toes. My husband and I encourage our kids to constantly explore and challenge themselves. We wish for them to live life to its fullest and with passion. I love living vicariously through my kids!  When and where are you the...

02 Jun

Published on June 2, 2016 in House & Travel by

Is your car looking a little tired and dull after the winter? Treat it to a Summer Cleaning at Zelenz Brothers Auto Body Shop. They always do a spectacular job of detailing. A family business for over 100 years, Zelenz Brothers provides fair and honest work. Your car will look like new! 37 Sherwood Ave, Greenwich, CT 203-869-1414 zelenz1@optimum.net www.zelenzautobodyrepair.com...

25 May

Published on May 25, 2016 in House & Travel by

  Pecora Brothers is a full service residential and commercial construction and management company. This family-owned business by Joseph and Sylvester Pecora, is Greenwich based and boasts 20 years of experience. Pecora Brothers specializes in New Home Construction Home Renovations Commercial Construction Building Maintenance They will help you in all aspects of your building project: planning, permits and approvals, cost analysis, construction and supervision. They strive to exceed expectations by finishing in the timeliest fashion with premier craftsmanship...

24 May

Published on May 24, 2016 in Food & Drink by

Mt. Kisco offers handcrafted seafood smoked to perfection, including Smoked Salmon, Sable, Sturgeon, White Fish and Trout., wonderful salad spreads of baked salmon, smoked tuna, smoked shrimp, mussels and herring with cream and onions. Party with Moms’ personal favorite is great for either breakfast, brunch or lunch – Start with an everything bagel, toasted and scooped, add scallion cream cheese, hand-sliced smoked salmon, capers and onions. You’ll want this great bagel sandwich every day. FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL...