Greenwich Pulse: Monday, May 18
Greenwich Pulse: Monday, May 18
Good morning, Greenwich.
The big news landed Saturday: Dave Matthews is headlining the Greenwich Town Party this Saturday at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park. Tickets are already the most-discussed topic on the Greenwich subreddit. Beyond that, the weekend was full of the kind of spring that makes mid-May in this town feel earned. Farmers market opened in Horseneck. The handbell choirs played the Point. George Washington's actual inauguration Bible sat in the Library's Jewel Room for an afternoon.
Here's what's in this week's Pulse:
- Dave Matthews headlines Town Party this Saturday
- Saks Fifth Avenue closing two Greenwich-area stores
- Rescued big cat art opens at Greenwich Arts Council Wednesday
- Mianus River fishway opens for the season
Best for families this week: Scouting America kickoff at Camp Seton tonight and the Fishway Open House on Wednesday.
-- Cooper
The Week in Greenwich
Dave Matthews to Headline Greenwich Town Party
Greenwich Time confirmed Saturday that Dave Matthews will headline the 15th annual Greenwich Town Party at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park on May 23. The Town Stage lineup was announced earlier this month, and at least two Reddit threads are full of people hunting for extras. (Via Greenwich Time)
George Washington's Inaugural Bible Comes to Greenwich
Not a replica. The actual Bible used to swear in the first president, displayed in the Greenwich Library's Jewel Room courtesy of Acacia Lodge No. 85, Greenwich's Masonic lodge. Part of the America 250 celebrations. [America 250] (Via Greenwich Free Press)
Speed Camera Hearing Raises Privacy Concerns
A public hearing on school-zone speed cameras drew pointed questions. Danielle Eason asked whether ICE, insurance companies, or out-of-state attorneys general could subpoena the data. The item goes before the RTM on June 8. (Via Greenwich Free Press)
Greenwich Wins National "Clearie" Awards
First Connecticut town to win the award for election administration excellence. The winning entry: Poll Worker Training Cards, quick-reference flashcards on laws and processes for election workers. (Via Greenwich Free Press)
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Greenwich Business Beat
Saks Fifth Avenue Consolidating. Saks is closing two of its three stores in Fairfield County. The Greenwich Avenue flagship stays. (Via Greenwich Time)
Foodshed Network CSA Launches in Backcountry. A new community-supported agriculture subscription, run through North Greenwich Congregational Church and the Northwest CT Food Hub, brings seasonal produce straight to backcountry Greenwich. Subscription window open now for summer and fall. (Via Greenwich Free Press)
Farmers Market Opens at Horseneck. Greenwich Farmers Market is back, with returning vendor Oceans 180 (Connecticut seafood, Jardar Nygaard) and newcomers New Petal Flower Farm out of Monroe and Biscuits and Bones, an all-natural dog food company. Saturdays through the season. (Via Greenwich Free Press)
YMCA Expands Summer Camp. New collaboration at Camp Seton increases access to affordable childcare, outdoor learning, and youth leadership. Registration open. (Via Greenwich Free Press)
This Week in Greenwich
Scouting America Kickoff at Camp Seton
Monday, May 18. Archery, canoeing, fishing, rock wall, bouldering for grades 2-5 while parents get an informational session. Saturday morning sessions follow through the summer. Previewed in last week's Pulse.
- Camp Seton, Greenwich
- Kid-friendly, free introductory session
- Details via Greenwich Free Press
Wild Within Greenwich Cocktail Event
Wednesday, May 21. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at the Greenwich Arts Council celebrating artwork created by rescued big cats from Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge. Proceeds support the refuge's rescue and care work. The kind of event you have to explain twice at a dinner party, and that is the point.
- Greenwich Arts Council
- Ticketed
- Tickets on Eventbrite
Mianus River Fishway Open House
Wednesday, May 21. Watch herring and alewives navigate the fish ladder on the Mianus River. One of the most specifically Greenwich things you can do on a Wednesday.
- Mianus River, Greenwich
- Free
- Details
Greenwich Townscape Community Collage
Wednesday, May 21. An interactive art workshop and installation at Greenwich Library, part of the ongoing Townscape series.
- Greenwich Library
- Free
- Details
On the Horizon
Greenwich Town Party (Saturday, May 23) Dave Matthews headlines. Roger Sherman Baldwin Park. 15th annual. If you don't have tickets, start asking around now.
Jim Fixx Memorial Day Race (Sunday, May 25) The 62nd running. Greenwich's own Memorial Day weekend tradition.
The Greenwich Concours d'Elegance (May 29) 30th anniversary at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park. Three decades of automotive excellence on the waterfront.
Community Spotlight
Memorial Day weekend is next week, and with it the unofficial start of beach season. Greenwich Point beach passes are available through the Parks and Recreation office. If you're new to town, you'll need proof of residency. Everyone else already knows the drill.
The light at Grass Island stretches past 8:00 now. Good evenings for the walk.
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