Classical music buffs are sure to enjoy a multi-media discussion of renowned Italian conductor, Arturo Toscanini. Mortimer Frank, author of Arturo Toscanini; The NBC Years, will talk about this great musician’s career, play recordings from divergent performances and show a video of Toscanini conducting the Dresden version of Wagner’s Tannhauser Overture. Tuesday, October [...]
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When my kids were little, we’d watch a certain set of Peter Rabbit videos together. The movies would always begin with an un-animated Beatrix Potter, carrying pallet and paints as she ran into her cozy cottage as it began to drizzle. There was a tea-pot on to boil and a fire in the fireplace [...] Horst’s fashion and portrait photography career spanned 60 years, and many of his black and white photographs are instantly recognizable. Design Within Reach hosts a showing of some of Horst’s greatest work from October 16 – November 6, with opening reception on Sunday October 18th from Noon – 5pm. While I wouldn’t [...] Yes, this is the town’s most historic home, and no, it’s not THAT Bush. I’ve already asked, as does everyone, I’d imagine. Built in stages, the Bush-Holley House by the Cos Cob harbor was, in 1728, a one-room two-story structure. In the 1890′s the home became a boarding house for artists and writers and remained [...] There is nothing quite like the tranquility of an underwater scene, especially when it enhances one’s living environment. On Saturday October 10 from 10am – 7pm and Sunday October 11th from 12pm-5pm, The House of Fins sponsors its 52nd annual Splash Event. Closing down the whole street, this block-party features guest speakers (Bob Fenner [...] Are you getting tired of sitting on your hair? Have you been thinking about chopping off your mid-back length locks? How about doing it for a good cause and getting a free stylish cut in the process? Hopscotch Salon on Railroad Ave is offering a free cut to those who qualify to donate their hair to [...] When I was a teenager and ran away from home, I chose to go to the Greenwich Library. I knew I could spend hours listening to the newest record albums (remember those?), peruse the latest magazines, check out artwork in the gallery upstairs and feed my brain-cells while hiding from my parents. Back in the early [...] Calf Island Conservancy is looking for men, women and children to help maintain trails, pick up trash and otherwise spruce up and beautify the largest Greenwich Island (at 31.5 acres). This is a great way to experience one of the great Open Spaces off the Connecticut coast- part of the Stewart B. McKinney Wildlife [...] You know secondhand is going chic when people like Carmen Wong Ulrich, host of CNBC’s “On The Money” writes about it (Sept. 6th, Parade). ”With Hollywood stars walking the red carpet in vintage gowns, used good are going glam.” She recommends that shoppers “follow the money,” and so, dear readers, this is where Greenwich, CT [...] |
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