Incorporated in 1901, the Greenwich Exchange for Women's Work supports local artisans and consigners by providing a marketplace for handcrafted items.
The shop, located inside a historic house, retails handmade children's clothes and blankets, vintage linens, gifts, antiques and collectibles to name but a few.
More than 200 consignors work with the organization, receiving nearly two-thirds of the selling price; remaining proceeds go toward operating expenses and charitable contributions.
A volunteer Board of Directors manages the exchange and helps coordinate the annual Christmas Fair at the Round Hill Club each November.
The Exchange relies on its membership, volunteers and shop patrons. For information on how to get involved, or to glimpse the goods-on-offer, visit the Greenwich Exchange for Women's Work website.
The Greenwich Chamber of Commerce, established in 1917, is a non-profit business organization that advocates for the local business community. The chamber works with some 4,000 local business people and offers a number of programs in the interest of bettering the quality of life in town.
This Reading Room is affiliated with the Christian Science Church at 11 Park Place. Religious materials are available in different languages and for children. There are publications for sale, including the Bible, writings by Mary Baker Eddy and The Christian Science Monitor. Look for the Reading Room on the Avenue next to the old clock and across from the post office.
Covenant Life Ministries was founded in Stratford in 1995. The church has grown significantly since its first meeting in the home of Pastor David Acosta and his wife, Pastor Carmen Acosta. After first moving its services to a local banquet hall, in 1999 the ministry purchased this 25,000-square-foot building on Main Street for the church.
Greenwich Ballet Academy is a non-profit dance organization. The academy allows admissions for various skill levels by audition only. It offers training in classical ballet, contemporary and modern dance.
The motto of Christ Episcopal Church is "Ordinary People, Extraordinary Spirit."
The church encourages an open, accepting, welcoming, inclusive environment and provides outreach programs to help the parish and the community.
The Reverend Frank Wissmer brings 30 years of service as an Episcopal priest and Army Reserve Chaplain to the church, which he has led since 2007.
You can also find the church on Facebook and YouTube.
Since its founding 1975, Neighbor to Neighbor has worked to distribute clothing, food and other necessities to those in need throughout the area. In 1984, the nonprofit opened its Client Choice food program, which allows clients to browse the pantry and choose their own groceries with the aid of a volunteer or a nutrition-conscious shopping list.Clients are referred to the charity, which currently feeds over 275 families per week.
Neighbor to Neighbor accepts donations of food, clothing, linens and household items. Financial donations are also accepted and volunteers are welcome. For more information on donations and opportunities to lend a hand, visit the Neighbor to Neighbor website.
The Audubon Center in Greenwich opened in 1942 on land donated by Eleanor Clovis Reese and H. Hall Clovis. It was the first of the National Audubon Society's environmental education centers in the country.
The organization's main sanctuary on Riversville Road is also the largest, comprised of 285 acres, with 7 miles of walking trails and the shallow Mead Lake.
Perhaps best known for as the site for the Quaker Ridge Hawk Watch, the Center provides one of the best locations in New England to view the fall migration of raptors.
The Kimberlin Nature Education Center building, home to the children's learning center, gallery, nature gift store and wildlife viewing window, is also located on the property. The space is available for rentals.
Audubon Greenwich is comprised of 11 other sanctuaries (seven of which are accessible by the public) totaling 686 acres of woodlands, meadows and wetlands, and 15 additional miles of hiking trails.
Admission fee for non-members is $3 adults, $1.50 children/seniors.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 399 is a non-profit organization devoted to honoring veterans and providing opportunities for gatherings and community service. The VFW Post 399 is active throughout the year with benefit events and commemorations. The VFW has an on-site vendor, Saugatuck Grill, that serves lunch seven days a week from 11:30am to 2:30pm and dinner on Thursdays and Fridays from 5:30pm to 9pm.
Congregation Beth El is a conservative Jewish temple, offering very traditional services. With less than 300 families, the congregation is tight-knit and well-rooted in the community. The temple has been at its current location for more than 76 years and finds its Saturday morning service to be the most popular.
The Albertson Memorial Church of Spiritualism in Old Greenwich began in 1936 as an interdenominational church. It is dedicated to the promotion of the science, philosophy and religion of Spiritualism, as defined by the National Spiritualist Association of Churches.
A weekly Sunday worship workshop begins at 11am. The service integrates music, prayer, healing, meditation, inspiration and Spirit communication.
A number of classes, meditations, concerts and fundraisers take place during the work week. A schedule is updated regularly on the Albertson Memorial Church of Spiritualism website.
Belvoir Publications Inc., founded in 1972, publishes consumer-focused books, Web sites, magazines and newsletters. The content of its publications ranges from nautical interests to sports, healthy living and pet care. Belvoir Publications Inc. is located in River Park office center.
Funded by Andrew Carnegie, the South Norwalk Library was constructed in 1913 and has an impressive stone facade. The library is home to thousands of items, ranging from books to movies and audio CD's. The library's youth program is extensive, offering a children's library and computer lab. Programs such as book clubs are offered for adults.
Sacred Heart Parish includes the Convent of the Franciscan Sisters of the Atonement, home to three nuns who are active in the community. The parish is a part of the Diocese of Bridgeport.
Mass is held Friday mornings at 7am, Saturday afternoons at 4pm and 5:30pm, and Sunday mornings at 7:30am, 9:30am and 11:30am.
Confessions are given on Saturday at 3:30pm to 4pm and at 5pm to 5:30 pm.
The church's School Hall is home to Pat-a-Cake Playschool. The space can accommodate up to 100 people and is available to parishioners for rental.
