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See Historic Greenwich Bush-Holley House By Candlelight See Historic Greenwich Bush-Holley House By Candlelight
See Historic Greenwich Bush-Holley House By Candlelight GREENWICH, Conn. – The Greenwich Historical Society's Bush-Holley House is hosting holiday tours featuring costumed interpreters, period holiday decorations and “candle” lighting throughout. There will be a visit from Santa Claus at the Vanderbilt Education Center from 5 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec.14. The tours at the center, 39 Strickland Road, Cos Cob, will continue through Sunday, March 22. Visitors may also enjoy hot chocolate and seasonal treats, music and crafts along with specially created tours for families and children that will last 45 minutes. In keeping with the topic of World…

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William B. Meyer Inc. In Fairfield Holds Holiday 5K Run For Toys William B. Meyer Inc. In Fairfield Holds Holiday 5K Run For Toys
William B. Meyer Inc. In Fairfield Holds Holiday 5K Run For Toys FAIRFIELD, Conn. – Runners, walkers and families are invited to register for the family-friendly Meyer Fairfield Holiday 5K Run on Sunday, Dec. 21, to benefit the Fairfield Police Benevolent Association’s Toy Drive. The flat course, which loops through neighborhoods and wooded trails (weather permitting), is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Participants in last year’s race ranged from 6 to 88 years old. Preregistration for this popular race ends on Dec. 19. Partcipants are asked to bring an unwrapped toy appropriate for ages 1 to 16. Toys brought to this year’s…

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Darien's Encounter Church Hosts Advent Celebration Darien's Encounter Church Hosts Advent Celebration
Darien's Encounter Church Hosts Advent Celebration DARIEN, Conn. -- On Dec. 14, the Encounter Church in Darien will be holding a special Advent Celebration. The public is invited to attend and reflect on the beauty and mystery of God's gift for you in Christ. Encounter Church is located at 988 Post Road, Darien. For more information, visit www.encounterchurch.info.

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Darien Historical Society Hosts Reception For Presidential Signature Show Darien Historical Society Hosts Reception For Presidential Signature Show
Darien Historical Society Hosts Reception For Presidential Signature Show DARIEN, Conn. -- On Thursday, Dec. 11, Darien Historical Society curators Ken Reiss and Jon Zagrodzky will host a reception with an exhibit for presidential signatures. Darien Historical Society's "Signed by the President," presents over 40 documents signed by nearly 30 of the presidents of the United States.  The event will take place on Dec. 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. For member, the cost is $20 per person. There is a $5 surcharge for nonmembers. These autographs range from souvenirs for well-wishers and signatures on official documents, to notes of a frivolous nature, to messages about w…

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Music On The Hill Presents Holiday Concert In Wilton Music On The Hill Presents Holiday Concert In Wilton
Music On The Hill Presents Holiday Concert In Wilton WILTON, Conn. -- Music on the Hill presents a traditional Christmas concert of the Jubilate Ringers handbell choir and the Festival Chorus, joined by clarinetist Malcolm Dickinson. The event will take place on Friday, Dec. 12, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 36 New Canaan Road. The cost is $20 per person, and children are admitted free. The ringers will premiere a Christmas suite of German carols arranged for handbells by artistic director Ellen Dickinson, who will conduct. Listeners will be treated to many different types of bell sounds that create a tableau of village …

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Schools
Bronxville Church Youth Group Gives Back To Children Bronxville Church Youth Group Gives Back To Children
Bronxville Church Youth Group Gives Back To Children BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- The third- through eighth-grade youths of Village Lutheran Church joined in a night of service Thursday, Dec. 4.  The youths made Christmas banners that will be delivered to the hospitalized and homebound members of the congregation. Each youth also brought in a Christmas present that will be given to a child who is at risk or in foster care in Westchester County. Together the youths wrapped the toys, games, books, and other gifts that will help brighten another child's Christmas morning.  “Since we are blessed with more than we need, it is our responsibility to shar…

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Police & Fire
Norwalk Police Host Holiday Party At Columbus Magnet Norwalk Police Host Holiday Party At Columbus Magnet
Norwalk Police Host Holiday Party At Columbus Magnet NORWALK, Conn. -- The Norwalk Community Policing Unit hosted the annual PAL Kids Holiday Party at Columbus Magnet School on Chestnut Street on Dec. 8.  A total of 150 children were hosted by members of the Community Policing Unit at the event. Santa Claus stopped by for a visit, making for a great start to the holiday season. The Community Policing Unit gives a special thanks to Community Police Officer Hector Delgado, who played a huge role in acquiring donations to include 30 bicycles.  Thank you to all the generous donors to the Norwalk Community Police PAL Christmas Party: BJ Rya…

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Sen. Klein, Fleetwood Neighborhood Assoc. Host Mount Vernon's Tree Lighting Sen. Klein, Fleetwood Neighborhood Assoc. Host Mount Vernon's Tree Lighting
Sen. Klein, Fleetwood Neighborhood Assoc. Host Mount Vernon's Tree Lighting MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. – State Sen. Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/Westchester), in partnership with the Fleetwood Neighborhood Association, hosted the inaugural tree lighting in Fleetwood Playground on Sunday, Dec. 7. The tree lighting was attended by local elected officials, community leaders, families and seniors and featured cups of hot cocoa, holiday treats, live Christmas music and an appearance by a very special guest from the North Pole. “The holidays are a wonderful time of year for everyone. Families, children and loved ones all come together to share in this joyous time and I am thrilled to…

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Ridgefield Arts Council Seeks Help For New Initiative Ridgefield Arts Council Seeks Help For New Initiative
Ridgefield Arts Council Seeks Help For New Initiative RIDGEFIELD, Conn. – As part of the Our Artists, Our Schools initiative, the Ridgefield Arts Council is creating a directory of creative resources and is seeking interested participants. The e-directory will act as a resource for teachers and creative organizations and individuals to partner to enhance the education of students of all ages. Are you a teacher looking to enhance your lessons inside and out of the classroom? Are you an artist, author, architect, graphic designer, mathematician (or anyone else with an expertise in creative thinking) interested in working with the schools or an …

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Norwalk’s Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Celebrates With Holiday Open House Norwalk’s Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Celebrates With Holiday Open House
Norwalk’s Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Celebrates With Holiday Open House NORWALK, Conn. – The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum in Norwalk will partner with the Talent Education Suzuki School, the Matthew Surapine Studio, and North Pole’s Santa Claus to create a joyous and festive event and several hours of entertainment for people of all ages this weekend. The special event will be held Sunday, Dec. 14, from noon to 4 p.m. at 295 West Ave. The two exhibits, “A Magnificent Victorian Holiday at the Mansion” and “Hidden Treasures: Artifacts from the LMMM Collections,” will be on view. Visitors will be able to walk throughout the first floor of the mansion and en…

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