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Chef Geoff Lazlo’s The Country Table

COVID UPDATE COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to add stress to hospital systems.

State health officials in Connecticut reported on January 11 that 79 percent of inpatient beds and 77 percent of intensive care unit beds in hospitals across the state were occupied with COVID patients using 26 percent of inpatient beds and 33 percent of ICU beds. At the same time, hospitals are dealing with staffing shortages.

Growing evidence suggests that the omicron variant is less severe than previous variants yet still requires hospitalization for those at risk.

Because COVID-19 patients require additional isolation there is added strain on hospital resources.

At Greenwich Hospital there are 172 adult inpatient beds, 92 of which are occupied by other than COVID and 55 used by confirmed and suspected COVID-19 patients.

New BET Leadership The newly elected leaders of the Board of Estimate & Taxation (BET) are mostly newcomers to the powerful local board.

Dan Ozizmir, a Republican, is the new Chair.

The Vice Chair is Michael Basham, the Clerk is Nisha Arora. Ozizmir won the vote 11-1 receiving support from all democrats and republicans on the board with the exception of Karen Fassuliotis. He will now have the tie-breaking vote when one is needed.

Ozizmir has experience as a past chair of the RTM’s Labor Contracts Committee and Vice Chair of the Budget Overview Committee.

Basham will serve as chair of the BET’s Audit Committee as well as Vice Chair.

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The Pause

The Country Table, located at 1 Glenville Street in Greenwich, is the brick-and-mortar extension of Geoff Lazlo Food, a boutique events and catering company owned by Geoff Lazlo and Greg Oshins, lifelong best friends and Greenwich natives who met at Brunswick School in the second grade.

Oshins stepped-in to partner with Lazlo in 2019 to help lead the company’s evolution into brick-andmortar. The Country Table is the shared vision of Lazlo and Oshins, who have collaborated informally for years, and have long dreamt about the opportunity to partner on such a

Providing an “exceptional experience for every person the company touches.” project together.

The Countr y Table prov ides the perfect medium for Chef Lazlo to channel his fine dining pedigree into creating accessible, ingredientfocused, family-friendly fare, like gourmet sandwiches, made-to-order salads, and an array of house-made

prepared foods.

Geoff Lazlo Food was born as a natural expression of Chef Lazlo’s core ph i losoph ies. L a z lo fou nd culinary direction early in his career while cooking at Chez Panisse. He learned that cook ing seasonally and sourcing local, sustainable i ng r e d ient s c r e ate d not on ly a delicious final product, but also one which helped to build awareness and support for local food producers.

The cornerstone of Geoff Lazlo Food’s philosophy is “to provide an exceptional experience for every person the company touches.”

On the menu: breakfast, gourmet

sandwiches, specialty salads, an array of prepared foods, ice cream, catering, and more The Country Table partners with local companies like PATH Coffee Roasters in Port Chester, NY. As a fourth-generation roaster, great coffee has always been in the DNA of PATH founder, Jason Richter.

The Country Table says, “We’re partnering with Jason in his search for clarity of flavor, sweetness, and overall presence and body in each cup. Stop by for coffee and experience it for yourself.”

Located at 1 Glenville Street, Greenwich, (203) 701-4340.

Tips to stay safe during cold weather.

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By Jill S. Woolworth, LMFT

or bedroom.

When confronted with somet h i ng d i f f ic u lt or unpleasant, pause before responding. A pause allows blood to flow back to our prefrontal cortex where logic, reason, compassion, and creativity help us formulate better responses. Without a pause, we’re stuck in our reptilian brain with its f ight-or-f light response, which is neither pretty nor productive.

Our pause button gets bigger with practice. Try br e at h i ng t h r e e t i me s deeply to tell your nervous system that this is not a life-or-death emergency.

We can sometimes buy ourselves a little more time by heading to a bathroom

Eve had an eating disorder. She thought that cookies ran straight of f the grocery shelf into her mouth. Having grown up in a chaotic home, Eve had no idea she could cultivate a pause button. Over time, she learned to pause before making food choices. Her newfound ability to pause also helped her better handle relationships and important decisions.

Excerpted from Greenwich resident , Jill Woolworth's , book , The Waterwheel, available at Diane’s Books, Dogwood Bookstore, Amazon, and barnesandnoble.com. Jill is a therapist at the Greenwich Center for Hope & Renewal.

OUTDOOR SAFETY TIPS • Wear layers of loose clothing with hat, gloves, scarf and insulated shoes • Limit outdoor exposure including daily exercise routines • Keep walkways free of ice and snow to prevent falls • Avoid the use of alcohol • Notify someone of your whereabouts when you go out • Avoid prolonged time outdoors of infants, children, the elderly, those with medical conditions and pets PREVENT CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING • NEVER use portable generators or gasoline-powered equipment inside

your home or garage, car port, etc.

• Never use gas or charcoal grills in the house, garage, etc.

• Make sure inlets and outlets for your furnace are free of snow • Make sure your car’s exhaust pipe is clear. Never heat your car up in the garage, even if the garage door is open

STAY WARM Residents can go to Greenwich Public Safety Complex at 11 Bruce Place from 9 AM – 11 PM to “warm-up” read, sit quietly and charge their cell phones.

Symptoms of CO poisoning include headache, fatigue, dizziness, nausea or vomiting or loss of consciousness.

Take everyone, including pets out of the house and call 911 from outside the house if you think there is a CO exposure.

EMERGENCY HELPLINES Aquarion Water Company 1-800-7329678; Eversource 1-800-286-2000; CT Natural Gas Company (203) 8696900.

TO REPORT EMERGENCIES Police, Fire and EMS emergencies, dial 911.

LOCAL NON-EMERGENCY: To w n o f G r e e n w i c h – w w w. greenwichct.org (203) 622-7700; Department of Health (203)-9871000; Greenwich Fire Department non-emergency (203)-622-3950; Greenwich Police Department nonemergency (203)-622-8000; NonEmergency Medical Transportation Service – American Medical Response (AMR) 1-800-462-9111; American Red Cross (203)-869-8444; Social Services ( 203) 622-3800.

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Seismic Shift at Republican Caucuses a Surprise

By Anne White Monday and Tuesday caucuses to elect members of the Republican Town Committee (RTC) turned out to be less predictable than many assumed. After a year of Republicans winning back the state senate seat in a special election and winning local offices by large margins, many town committee members who worked on those campaigns were looking forward to a quiet caucus and celebrating some hard fought victories.

Instead, the caucuses were v iewed by many as what one

Republican insider referred to as “the red wedding” where many long-time RTC members were not re-elected including incumbents Nisha Arora and Tom Michaud who lost their seats as well as party stalwarts who lost in other districts which included Stephen Walko, Dr. Carl Carlson, RTC Treasurer John McShea, Kimberly Salib, Randy Caravella, Linda Mosher, and Irene Dietrich. In the end, more than 20 incumbents lost their seats, taken by surprise on the heels of what they believed was a very successful election year.

The seismic shif t was in

some measure broug ht about by the Greenwich Patriots, who showed up in large numbers to elect well-organized slates. This ye a r ’s c auc u s e s d r ew over a hundred people in some districts which previously saw just fifteen or twenty participants even as many who wanted to participate said they could not due to COVID concer ns or q ua ra nti nes. A l l registered members of the Republican Party were eligible to vote in their district.

One of the biggest shifts came in District 8 where Carl Higbie chaired the caucus although he

did not run for a seat. Higbie, a former Trump adviser and Navy SEAL said, “This is the mark of a new party, we welcome the folks we voted out to work with us, but the new direction of this party is a conservative agenda. We want government control out of your wallet, out of your bedroom and off your face. We want our schools to be the best and our taxes to be low. That is the new reality of Greenwich Republicans.”

Dan Quigley, the current RTC Chairman, won re-election by just one vote. In a statement he congratulated all of the candidates

who won acknowledging that it took focus and commitment to organize their effort. He made a point of thanking all of the outgoing RTC members “for their service to the party, their counsel and their hard work during what has been a very busy and extremely successful election year.”

Quigley made it clear he believes he and the RTC deserve credit for the success of Republican candidates last year saying, “In 2021, we flipped a State Senate seat with Ryan Fazio which prevented a Democrat super majority in Hartford, re-elected our First

Selectman Fred Camillo with a 70% popular vote and swept our local elections including the BET. The RTC has a lot to be proud of.

We have fought hard to defend the Republican values that represent those of our constituents, and I am hopeful this will continue as we move forward.”

Republican National Committeewoman, Leora Levy, said she was very pleased with such widespread engagement. “It was exhilarating to see the large number of people who came out on a very cold January night to

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When The Going Gets Tough Head for The First Sunday Bird Walk at Greenwich Point

By Anne W. Semmes Greenwich Point with its 47plus acres of beaches, woodlands, and marshes is a favor ite destination for nature lovers, walkers, and bikers. But, lately, in this pandemic, there’s been a steady influx of birdwatchers.

“People have wa nted to get outside and do things outside, so this is just another outlet for them to kind of appreciate what is in their local environment.”

So says veteran birdwatcher, Cynthia Ehlinger who has in her 26 years of counting birds on Greenwich Point listed 236 bird species of a reported 310 species reported on eBird. And as of 2022 Ehlinger will be co-leading with First Sunday founder Meredith Sampson the 18th year of First Sunday (of the month) Bird Walks that now has a devoted following with birders coming from afar a field as the Bronx to Hartford and beyond.

Those out of town birders have Ehlinger and Sampson to thank for opening the Greenwich Point door. “Initially, we were say i ng p e ople f rom outside town would have to get a beach card,” says Ehlinger, “But now I have been getting permits from the town of Greenwich to allow anybody who does not have a beach card. So, they can come in at any time of the year. So that’s been very helpful.”

With the size of the birder groups growing in the pandemic, says Ehlinger, “We initially had to keep the groups to a very limited size.” Those CDC mask recommendations had to be adhered to. “We had to split into two groups, and at one point into three because when you get up above 12 people or so it’s better to be in smaller groups. When we go along the shoreline in the wintertime, it’s not as much of a problem - we can spread out.

When we have spring migration with looking at warblers, and everybody wants to see the same thing, it’s better if we split into smaller groups.”

Apparently, cold weather does not discourage these birdwatchers. For Ehlinger, who walks Greenwich Point near daily, “Every day is a nice birding day.” And Sampson recalls that First Sunday walk in 2004 as snowy and sleety. “There were four attendees, but we held tough and birded for over an hour and a half!”

Sampson adds, “Until Covid hit, we missed only one Sunday when Superstorm Sandy struck and the Point was closed for over three weeks. – a great track record for 16 years.”

So, what are those stalwart birders seeing this wintertime?

“Definitely the Bald Eagle,” says Ehlinger. “We def initely have resident bald eagles now that are

First Sunday Bird Walk group at Greenwich Point. Photo by Emily Trotman.

Bald Eagle at Greenwich Point. Photo by Cynthia Ehlinger.

Greenwich Point and all its 47.3 acres of beaches, woodlands, and marshes . Photo from Town of Greenwich.

Five warblers of three species Blackpoll, Black-throated Blue, and Magnolia Warbler on an Elm tree. Photo by Cynthia Ehlinger. showing up. They like to hang out at one particular tree in the first parking lot. I’ve seen two adults on the tree and a lot of times just a single one and there’s also at least a juvenile hanging around in the area as well. I’m aware of two nests along the shoreline that have been used by eagles.” And those eagles she says just might be considering taking over an osprey nest.

“You can see an Eagle at the Point now almost ever y day,” confirms Sampson. “I was down there last Saturday with new people bringing down their Christmas trees. Here’s this big

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adult Eagle sitting in a dead tree right by where you dump your Christmas tree in the parking lot.

And people are walking by totally oblivious, and I said, ‘Did you see the Eagle?’ ‘No! Where?’ Oh my god - they’re running over there with their cell phones to take pictures.”

But there was another bird l a s t we e k e n d t h at b r o u g ht S a m p s o n j oy. “ I h a d a Fox Sparrow, a beautiful little bird you only see during the winter.

Not terribly common. But there it was foraging under a pine tree where there was bare ground and snow everywhere else.”

Sampson, who wears another hat as wildlife rehabilitator with her Wild Wings concern, sees that effort “beautifully dovetailed with being a birder because you need to know the natural histories of the species you’re working with. Not all birds eat seeds, things like that. I am very passionate about nature and try to convey to people we’ve got to take care of good old mother earth.”

To that end Sampson serves as consultant to the Friends of Greenwich Point (FoGP) – where Ehlinger also serves as advisor.

“I’m just encouraging,” says Sampson, “biodiverse habitats and native plantings, trees, plants, grasses, native, native, native. If you’re going to dig out all those invasive non-native plants, you’ve got to put right away native plants, so non-natives don’t regrow. As the saying goes, nature abhors a vacuum.”

“Learning about birds and appreciating birds gives FoGP good reason to put so much energy into eradicating invasive species at the Point,” confirms Fo GP b oa rd mem b er, Pat t y Ni z lek . “O u r c on ne c t ion to Nature, and our responsibility to live in harmony with Nature, are deepened and strengthened each time we learn and appreciate more a b out bi rds, wh ich is facilitated for us by the leaders of the First Sunday Bird Walks.”

Both Ehlinger and Sampson point to their moms as positive inf luencers of their interest in

“Our connection to Nature, and our responsibility to live in harmony with Nature, are deepened and strengthened each time we learn and appreciate more about birds, which is facilitated for us by the leaders of the First Sunday Bird Walks.” Patty Nizlek, Friends of Greenwich Point board member. birding. “I used to go out with my mother when I was 10 or 11 years old,” says Ehlinger,” and she would take me with her on the Christmas Bird Count. My job was to keep the tally.” Sampson tells, “My mom was a big animal lover as well…I just loved being outdoors. Being outdoors was kind of my refuge.”

Sampson sees the ongoing value of those First Sunday walks. “Doing the bird walks is one way of trying to help people get connected with the natural world. And to start caring to respect it, and to admire it.

Because it’s what sustains us, gives us sustenance, and on many levels, we can’t survive without nature. And right now, Nature needs our help too. It can’t survive without us.”

“Birds are like the proverbial canary in a coal mine,” says Sampson. “If you see a species taking a precipitous decline, you know there’s something going on in the environment.” She tells of that precipitous decline of crows with the arrival of the West Nile virus. Today, she cites, “Most species and numbers have dropped in the last 10 to 20 years…It really has intensified within the last five years.”

But those moments of joy still surprise. Ehlinger recalls that daily walk two years ago of coming upon five warblers on an Elm tree. “You know it’s a good day for birding,” she tells, “when five warblers of three species Blackpoll, Black-throated Blue, and Magnolia Warbler show up on a tree trunk within inches of each other! I wanted to share it with anybody that came by because it was just so amazing to see all these birds on this tree.”

For S a mp s on , t he j oy continues of years ago spotting that snowy owl atop the Innis Arden Cottage. “So, there were all these people coming in - it was

a beautiful day. And I’m setting up my birding scope so people can look and see this incredibly beautiful bird. They do show up in the winter but it’s rare when they show up at the Point. So, I just stopped people that were walking by, high school kids are going through. ‘So, you want to see something so incredibly beautiful? Take a look.’ And they look in the scope. ‘Whoa, what

is that?’ I tell them. I give them a little bit of natural history. I mean, my god there he was hanging out on the chimney. It was just one of those incredible teachable moments, talking to people, and thinking, I hope I opened up some eyes.”

The First Sunday Bird Walks meet at 9 a.m. at the Greenwich Point main concession stand at the south end of the beach.

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When the Pandemic Comes to Our Mailbox

By Anne W. Semmes S o, where is my f r iend ly postal mail carrier? Two days not seeing him and receiving no mail delivery. It was time to visit my post office and inquire.

The answer came from hearing there were 26 postal carriers out of action, with newly brought in carriers finding their way in their new territories. And yes, more than one friend has seen a day or two go by without mail delivery.

But the third day my mail arrived via that new carrier, struggling along.

So, in this time of peaking Omicron, it’s no surprise the postal service is suffering its woes like any other service institution.

So, th is repor ter wa nting to learn more reached out to the recommended Connecticut Strateg ic Communications Specialist for the U.S. Postal Service, Amy Gibbs, and here is her response: “ We ’r e t h a n k f u l f o r t h e incredible f lexibility our work force has shown during this pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to present unprecedented challenges and occasionally impact e m p l o y e e a v a i l a b i l i t y. We thank our customers for their

understanding and continued support.

We h a v e t a k e n s p e c i f i c actions to continue service to our valued customers, which includes continuing to fully authorize overtime to allow employees to work the time necessary to deliver mail, expanding mail d e l i ve r i e s t o e a r l i e r i n t h e morning, later in the evening, and on Sundays to ensure customers r e c e i ve m a i l at t h e e a rl ie s t date possible, using additional carriers from nearby of f ices, when necessary, to maintain mail deliver ies by assessing daily needs and repositioning employees to where the mail vo l u m e i s d a i l y a n d h i r i n g additional personnel.

As we move past these shortterm employee availability issues, we will continue to use all of the tools at our disposal to assure that our Connecticut customers get the kind of First-Class service that they’ve come to expect and deserve.

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participate in the election.” She went on to say, “The enthusiasm was palpable and bodes very well for our grass roots activ ism a nd engagement in f utu re elections.” [Her full statement can be found on the editorial page.]

The Greenwich Patriots, who have been at odds with the RTC over the past year on a number of issues, especially those having to do with education, sent out an email blast ahead of the caucus encouraging their supporters to show up in person to vote in their districts.

The group had been operating mostly on social media but has become more visible, particularly at BOE meetings where they voiced their opposition to social and emotional learning and called for an end to mask mandates in schools.

Their behavior was widely criticized by school leaders and some teachers who said at the time that their attacks had taken an ugly and personal turn.

On Wednesday they claimed victory

“The COVID-19 pandemic continues to present unprecedented challenges and occasionally impact employee availability.” Amy Gibbs, Connecticut Strategic Communications Specialist for the U.S. Postal Service.

in an email congratulating “the many PATRIOTS who won.”

While the focus among many in the Republican party throughout town was on the number of people who came out to participate, the Greenwich Patriots declared that they are now in charge saying in an email to supporters, “the good news is that with Patriots now in control, transparency will undoubtedly be brought to this process going forward, making it more fair, and easier for new people with fresh ideas to get involved in local politics.

This is only the beginning!”

Ja ne Spr u ng, who was ac tive i n volunteering for RTC candidates last fall, won in District 10. She said, “We were delighted to see the unprecedented turnout in District 10 and in other districts across town for the RTC Caucus. The Greenwich RTC did very well in November getting candidates elected. The large number of newcomers to the caucuses and the election results, reflect reignited interest in being a Republican and the desire for some change.”

Steve Warzoha, a former vice-chair of the RTC, was elected as a member again after stepping away for a number of years.

only be shared in very limited positive for COVID-19 or further Thank you, Amy Gibbs, and circumstances. Therefore, the specifics of his or her medical wishing a healthier, happier New Postal Service cannot share the condition.”

Year to all our U.S. Postal mail name of any employee who tested carriers this 2022.

He said that he believes the Republican party in town is still strong “as evidenced by the hundreds of active and dedicated people who came out to the caucuses this week and by the overwhelming victories in November and taking back the State Senate seat. I know that the best days of our party are still ahead of us and that by working together, we will be able to grow our party, re-elect and increase our delegation to the State House and Senate.”

Cu r rently the RTC Cha i r is Da n Quigley; Vice Chairs are Marc Ducret and Jackie Budkins; the Secretary is Fred DeCaro; and the Treasurer is John McShea. All were re-elected as members except John McShea.

One option being discussed is a primar y to challenge some of the newly elected RTC mem bers which would reopen the voting process to all Republicans in each district. Individuals have the option of initiating a primary if they can collect signatures from five percent of registered Republicans in their district. The deadline to submit signatures is Jan 26.

On March 7, the new RTC members will take over and elect new district

leaders and a new Executive Committee which will in turn recommend candidates for Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer and Secretary to the full RTC. That body will then be responsible for nominating Republican candidates in elections for the next two years including elections for state representatives and state senate as well as all local elections.

Johnson DISTRICT 6 Debra Hess, John Oberg, Aaron Kennon, Linda Whitridge, Marc Ducret DISTRICT 7 Karen Fassuliotis, Lucia Jansen, Beth MacGillivray, Wynn McDaniel, Sage Withrow DISTRICT 8 Joseph Solari, Adele Caroll, Kiera Lynch, Caroline Oliver, Andrew Oliver, Gail Lauridsen

Republican Town Committee winners: DISTRICT 1: Christina Vanderlip, Cheryl Resnick, Frederick Lee, Russell “Trey” Reynolds, DISTRICT 9 Carol Zarrilli, Mike Brescia, Patti DeFelice, Dan Quigley Steve Warzoha, Dan Sinisi DISTRICT 2: Susan Schieffelin, Michael Basham, Joseph DISTRICT 10 Deneen Borelli, Allyson Cowin, Hilary Kelly, Jill Kelly, George Hvitz Haroche, Ramya Hopley, Jane Sprung DISTRICT 3 Marianne Anderson, Granit Balidemaj, DISTRICT 11 Michael Spilo, Tim Busler, Laura Darrin, Carmella Budkins, Jackie Budkins Mita Spilo, Jon Redmond, Erin Spiess DISTRICT 4 Chang Diane Roth, A ndrea Blume, K r istin N i e m y n s k i , M a t t h e w P o p p , J o h n DISTRICT 12 F re d De Ca ro, R ich Di P reta, Me ga n Thompson Galletta, David Alfano, Andrew Walsh, DISTRICT 5 Peter Sherr Nancy Ozizmir, Bill Drake, Brian Peldunas, Da n Oz i z m i r, Pau l Ol m ste ad, Ma rc

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Thursday, Jan. 20 6 p.m.

Webinar: Bariatric Informational.

NEIGHBOR-TO-NEIGHBOR: ntngreenwich.org Everyday, all day • 24/7 Food Drive Collection site at North Greenwich Congregational Church, 606 Riversville Road. The weatherproof bin is located outside of the Parish Hall.

• Greenwich Reform Synagogue, 92 Orchard St., Cos Cob. Tuesdays, 9 - 11 a.m.

Food Drive (drive-thru) at St. Catherine of Siena’s parking area across the street from the rectory entrance, 4 Riverside Ave. (Non-perishable foods, personal care products, large sized diapers (5 & 6) and pullups, and knit hats (hand knit or store bought).

Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Food Drive at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church parking lot, 200 Riverside Ave. FRIDAY, JAN. 14 9 a.m.

Greenwich Art Society: Intro to Acrylic Painting – Beginner & Intermediate. In person (299 Greenwich Ave) & on Zoom.

Register. 203-629-1533. greenwichartsociety.org/classes 1 p.m.

Greenwich Art Society: Creative Arts for 5-6 year olds. In person, 299 Greenwich Ave. 203-629-1533. greenwichartsociety.org/ classes 1 p.m.

Greenwich Art Society: Critique & Collaboration.

In person, 299 Greenwich Ave. 203-629-1533. greenwichartsociety.org/ classes 3:15 p.m.

Greenwich Art Society: Creative Arts for 7-8 year olds. In person, 299 Greenwich Ave. 203-629-1533. greenwichartsociety.org/classes 6 p.m.

Arch Street’s 6th grade event.

100 Arch St. $20 (includes games, food, DJ). info@ archstreet.org. archstreet.org 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Greenwich Roller Skating public session. Eastern Greenwich Civic Center, 90 Harding Rd. $12 (includes skate rentals).

203-322-4447. greenwichrollerskating@gmail.com. greenwichrollerskating.webs.com 7:30 p.m.

Live Music Night: Happy Accident. St. Lawrence Society, 86 Valley Rd. 203-618-9036. stlawrencesociety.com SATURDAY, JAN. 15

11 a.m.

Bruce Inspires: Tiny Showers Bring Spring Flowers: Creating Miniature Blooms. In person, 1 Museum Dr. Register. cflax@ brucemuseum.org. brucemuseum.org SUNDAY, JAN. 16 11 a.m.

Family Gallery Tours. Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr. brucemuseum.org 1 p.m.

Art Adventures: Design Your Own Diorama. Ages 4 & up.

Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr. Free with admission. No reservations required. brucemuseum.org MONDAY, JAN. 17 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Acts of Community Service Family Day. Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr. brucemuseum.org TUESDAY, JAN. 18 10 & 11 a.m.

Bruce Beginnings: Jumping Jaguars. Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr. Ages 2 1/2-5. Free with admission. No reservations required. brucemuseum. org WEDNESDAY, JAN. 19 11 a.m.

Retired Men’s Association of Greenwich: Karen Dynan: “What’s Next for the U.S. Economy? Prospects for Growth, Jobs, and Inflation.”

On Zoom. Free. Open to all. greenwichrma.org 4 p.m.

Audubon Webinar: An Inside Look: A Falconer’s Journey.

Free. Register. act.audubon. org/a/inside-look-falconersjourney 4:30 p.m.

Greenwich Art Society: Collage and Assemblage Using Mixed Media. Via Zoom. 203-6291533. greenwichartsociety.org/ classes 5 p.m.

Alliance Francaise of Greenwich: ‘Worldwide Wednesdays’ - join in for lively discussions on French films. Via Zoom. Open to all. afgreenwich.org 7 - 9 p.m.

Public Nights at the Bowman Observatory (if skies are clear). On the grounds of the Julian Curtiss School, East Elm Street. Free. GreenwichStars@ Gmail.com. astrogreenwich. org/bowman-link THURSDAY, JAN. 20 10 a.m.

Greenwich Art Society: Beginning Acrylic Painting.

In person, 299 Greenwich Ave. Register. 203-629-1533. greenwichartsociety.org/ classes 12 p.m.

Play With Your Food - One Act plays followed by a talkback with the cast of actors and director. Greenwich Arts Council, 299 Greenwich Ave. $60. greenwichartscouncil.org/ events-2 1 p.m.

Native Plant Propagation Workshop. Greenwich Botanical Center Greenhouse, 130 Bible St. $20. Register. greenwichbotanicalcenter.org 1 p.m.

Greenwich Art Society: Process Painting: Master Class in Contemporary Issues.

In person, 299 Greenwich Ave. Register. 203-629-1533. greenwichartsociety.org/ classes 7 – 8:30 p.m.

NAMI Southwest CT panel discussion: “How Nutrition and Mindfulness Improve Mental Health” with Q&A session. On Zoom. Free & open to the public. Registration required. namisouthwestct@ gmail.com. namisouthwestct. org 7 p.m.

Arch Street & Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich: A Conversation with Darby Fox. 100 Arch St. info@archstreet. org. archstreet.org FRIDAY, JAN. 21 6:30 p.m.

3rd Friday Family Night Dinner: Chicken Parm. St. Lawrence Society, 86 Valley Rd. Members, $21; nonmembers, $26. 203-618-9036. stlawrencesociety.com 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Greenwich Roller Skating

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Has Anyone Seen My Kid?

By Icy Frantz I have become “that” woman, the one who looks lovingly - and maybe a little creepily - at younger women holding and cherishing their very young children. I may even linger a little too long.

My aging memory prevents me f rom seeing beyond that visual, back to other moments; far more trying moments of screaming tantrums in crowded grocery stores or late night feedings, or the worst undetected ear infections, which seemed to be a hallmark of the Frantz family. Now, all I see is the undisputed sweet dependence mother to child, child to mother and I miss it.

Because I am in this new p a r e nt i n g ph a s e , si m i la r to the phase in a diet called maintenance. The hard work of losing weight and restricting calories is done and now I simply need to maintain. But it’s not as simple as it seems. If I go back to my old ways, the weight will return. If I continue to obsessively limit, I will lose too much weight COLUMN

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which might not be a bad thing – but I am left with figuring out how to preserve and sustain.

Si m i la rly, w it h t he work of raising our children almost completed, I am f iguring out how to preser ve and sustain relationships with our now-adult children, and it’s tricky. The term alone, adult children, is confusing – and with no disrespect intended, which is it? A toddler dressed in a three-piece business suit, or a twenty-something sucking on a pacif ier? And the oxymoron seems to sit perfectly with a few others that come to mind: a fine mess, seriously funny, sweet sorrow and butt head; all perfect descriptions of this painfully beautiful stage in life.

Over the holidays, against all odds, we were able to vacation with our now-adult children.

And although COVID tried to disrupt our time planned between Christmas and New Year’s, after a few harrowing Houdini-like ma neuvers a nd contor tions, a whole lot of paperwork, and s i x n e g a t i ve P C R t e s t s , we persevered.

We were off. It was worth it. I was exhausted.

I felt blessed and thankful. I also felt stressed and anxious.

Parenting in this new phase - and vacationing w ith adult children - can be wonderful. It can also be hard. And in case I

Transitions are rough but the hardest concept to accept about this new parenting phase is that I am no longer the center of their universe - and yet, they will always be mine. had forgotten the challenges of traveling with young children, the universe gifted me a seat on the plane next to a couple traveling with two under two. Now that is hard.

My new experience wasn’t physical like that - it was more emotional. I wanted our time away to be perfect. I wanted to be the model family: the one who loves unconditionally, covets every waking moment together, and looks fabulous doing it Instagram worthy, really.

A nd why? Be c ause I was fully aware that the vacation game had changed. Annually, our adult children get two weeks’ v a c at ion , a nd I de s p e rate ly wanted ownership of one. I felt like the runt in a litter of puppies - “choose me, pick me!” - and not just because the vacation is paid for, but because I am irresistible and cute and fun.

But to be irresistible, cute,

and fun, I learned that I had to change the way I connect and relate with our now-adult ch i ld ren. Unsol icited adv ice and suggestions are not fun; judgement and criticism are not cute. And to be irresistible, I had to let go of the control that comes with parenting young children.

Our positions had changed too – I could no longer speak down to or at our now-adult children as I had when they were younger (literally, I couldn’t do it because I am now the shortest in the family and spend most of my time looking up).

Back when they were small, I had all of the answers. Now that they are big, I don’t.

The world in which they are living and working is different from the world I experienced in my twenties. Actually, the whole world is different. And I recognized that if I listened rather than offered, I could learn a lot

more than just how to use the smart tv remote control.

It took time to get used to the fact that our ideas and thoughts did not always align, our political beliefs were often at odds, and our habits unalike. In some ways it felt like those young children that we once held in our arms were now just out of our reach; transitioning from dependence to independence can feel that way.

And transitions are rough but the hardest concept to accept about this new parenting phase is that I am no longer the center of their universe - and yet, they will always be mine.

When the tension rose a t t h e e n d o f t h e d a y, a n d sometimes it did, we retired to the backgammon board. It was over those hard-fought and hard-won games that some of my learning cemented. There are some who believe that backgammon is all about luck, but I disagree. The

objective of the game is to return all of your men to your home board and take them off before your opponent does, and after years of backgammon experience, I adhere to these simple strategies to do just that. Always protect and cover your vulnerable pieces; know when to sit back and play it safe and when to confront.

Building a strong home board is key to a successful and happy finish. Leave no man left behind.

And it is that way with family.

Those moments at the backgammon board, combined with others, are the ones that will flood my aging memory. Watching our boys who once wrestled on the floor of the living room now interact and connect upright as adults with each other at the dinner table is pretty special.

Observing our eldest care for a girlfriend in such a tender way warms my heart. Witnessing another work diligently at his job even while on vacation is impressive.

W h e r e d i d t h o s e yo u n g , smelly, rambunctious boys go?

They have become their own people, and as hard as that can be at times, that was the objective all along, wasn’t it?

A n d n ow I s t a n d i n awe of them tower ing over me. I just didn’t know it would be so bittersweet.

How To Best Serve Greenwich In My New Role

By Janet Stone McGuigan A m e r ic a h a s much to b e proud of. And our most precious treasures certainly include our national parks. My family was fortunate to spend the new year with extended family in Joshua Tree National Park. When we planned the trip in September, COVID numbers were very low.

Not so when we boarded the plane for Las Vegas. We took every precaution we could and thankfully we returned healthy.

Studies show that travelling increases the risk of being infected by a multiple of eight. But at the same time, with my two sons in college, family time is becoming more precious, and we all love to travel together. We took advantage of the December break and Joshua Tree was the perfect destination.

The hikes and sunsets were amazing, but for me the greatest gift of our trip was inspiration. The land might be ancient, but the park is not. Thankfully, someone had the foresight that the land needed protection, that future generations would benefit, and that the tireless

effort would be worthwhile. And while much credit is deservedly g iven to a conser vationist named Minerva Hoyt, it clearly req u ired the leadersh ip a nd support of many. Even more than leadership and support, it required imagination, of a world not just worth preserving but made better.

Contemplating how to best serve Greenwich in my new role of Selectperson, my new year’s resolutions include having the same optimism, imagination, and commitment to the common good that those park founders had. Like our national parks, Greenwich is a treasure. Like those founders had, I hope for the vision to see what we need to preserve, and what to make better. And as a servant leader, I understand this work requires a community effort.

As promised in my swearing in speech, I am listening and learning, meeting with people to create working relationships, tak ing advantage of training opportunities, and seeking input from a broad range of perspectives.

My door is always open.

I am educating myself about all the issues that affect Greenwich, in order to serve all of our residents and be a constructive member of the Board. Specifically, though, my background and experience make me well suited to help move Greenwich forward in the areas of public engagement and sustainability. I recently attended

working with First Selectman Fred Camillo and Selectwoman Lauren Rabin in the coming year and beyond. We are off to a great start, and while we may not agree on all issues, discussion and deliberation make for a healthy democracy.

More unites us than divides us in our pursuit to serve the needs of Greenwich.

A s a lways, tha n k you for the opportunity to serve this community.

Janet Stone McGuigan was an excellent training for newly the news seems full of stories conf ident Greenwich can rise recently elected to the Greenwich elected municipal officials, hosted of conf lict and incivility, I am above it all. I look forward to Board of Selectmen by the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM). It included a great overview of the different forms of municipal government in Connecticut and rules and regulations for public meetings.

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Greenw ich is blessed w ith committed and incredibly qualified volunteers, and the members of these committees are no exception.

I look forward to supporting and promoting the great work these committees will accomplish in the coming year.

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Finally, in a time when the news seems full of stories of conflict and incivility, I am confident Greenwich can rise above it all.

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PUBLISHER Beth@GreenwichSentinel.com Elizabeth Barhydt EDITORS & COPY EDITORS Editor@GreenwichSentinel.com Peter Barhydt, Daniel FitzPatrick, Stapley Russell, Anne W. Semmes

Emily’s Chimes Congratulations are in order for Chris Franco, the Greenwich Point Conservancy (GPC), Representative Steve Meskers and the Emily Catherine Fedorko Foundation (ECFF). It was recently announced that the GPC was awarded $400,000 Urban Action Grant by the state of Connecticut. This money will used, as well as funds raised privately, for the restoration of the Chimes Building at Greenwich Point.

In addition to the $400,000, the GPC has raised $750,000 and partnered with the Emily Catherine Fedorko Foundation, which has pledged $150,000 for the project. The cost of the restoration is approximately $1.2 million. The project will begin this coming October and take about a year to complete.

One of the highlights of the project is something that every visitor to Greenwich Point can enjoy, the restoration of the actual chimes in the Chimes Building. The ECFF pledge will be used for the restoration of the c1901 musical chimes instrument and bells located in the upper portion of the chimes tower, and create a water safety center in the base of the tower. The ECFF was founded in memory of Emily Fedorko who died tragically in a boating accident. The chimes will be named in her honor.

Once completed the Chimes Building will join the Innis Arden Cottage, the Old Barn at Greenwich Point, and the Feake-Ferris House in being restored by the GPC. Under the leadership of Chris Franco,

Winston Churchill once said: “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” they have received several prestigious awards for historic preservation and adaptive reuse from the State of Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation, the A merican Institute of A rchitects, and the Greenwich Historical Society.

The Greenwich Point Conservancy is one of the best examples we have of a successful public-private partnership. Formed in 2003 by a group of citizens concerned about the deteriorating condition of the building at the Point, their mission has been to work with the Town and the Department of Parks and Recreation to plan for and then restore the historic structures at Greenwich Point. The Chimes Building is the last on their list of structures to restore.

Chris Franco, you, and your entire team, have done an amazing job. We all owe you our thanks for ensuring that future generations will enjoy the historic buildings at Greenwich Point. You epitomize what it is to give back to your community and we should all take a page from that book.

Giving back to our community is something we can all do. Many do already. Winston Churchill once said: “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” We can give back in large ways or small. We can use our natural talents and skills, much like Chris Franco an architect has done, to affect positive change in our community.

How, you may ask, can I give back? Just about every one of our many non-profits can use volunteers to assist them. If time is not available, they will certainly take a donation. It does not need to be large to be impactful. Often the number of donations is what is needed to receive financial support from other foundations.

A very real action you can do to give back to the community is to donate blood. The American Red Cross announced this week the first-ever national blood crisis. They have less than a one-day supply of certain critical blood types and have begun limiting distributions to hospitals.

Locally, our Metro New York North chapter of the Red Cross on Indian Field Road has recently opened its completely refurbished facility that now includes a blood donation center. You can go on their website to schedule an appointment.

Giving back is fun and makes you feel good. Soon we will all benefit from hearing Emily’s Chimes at Greenwich Point because of the generosity of so many that have given back to their community to make what was a possibility become a reality. Thank you.

LETTER

The Republican Party in Greenwich Has an Opportunity

It was exhilarating to see the large number of people who came out on a very cold January night to participate in the election of the members o f o u r R e p u b l i c a n To w n Committee. The enthusiasm was palpable and bodes very well for our grass roots activism a n d e n g a g e m e nt i n f ut u r e elections. The Repu blica n Party in Greenwich now has the opportunity to reunite, to build a 21st Century Party with the best election day operations, strategies and tactics in order to continue our legacy of winning LETTER

It is obvious that we are all committed to making sure that Greenwich continues to be the best Town in which to live and raise a family in Connecticut. elections here in Greenwich and to assist in winning statewide elections in Connecticut! I thank ever yone who pa r ticipated whether by running for a spot on the RTC or by coming out

to vote. It is obvious that we are all committed to making sure that Greenwich continues to be the best Town in which to live and raise a family in Connecticut. As the Republican

National Committeewoman, I have always been and continue to be committed to assisting and supporting our RTC in whatever way I can.

Leora Levy

Thank you Sent to Anne Semmes

Hi Anne, I hope you are well and enjoying this lovely snow day!

I wanted to express a big thank you for the wonderful article you wrote on three amazing people. Wow to having met all three!

Of the three, I had the ple a su r e to h ave m e t E .O. Wilson about 5 years ago. There was a 3 day symposium held for the Stinking Cedar Tree; Torreya Taxifolia at Torreya State Park.

Tor r eya t a x i fol ia is one of the worlds most endangered conifers.

In short, it was a group of scientists who are attempting to save the species from extinction in the wild; even though the outlook is dim. E.O. was the guest of honor. Having the opportunity to stroll through the forest and talk all things with E.O. is a memory I will cherish.

As I was part of the

restoration project team I was a ble to se c u re some se e ds f rom the Atlanta Botanical Garden that were successfully propagated when working at Bok Tower Gardens.

Fast forward to this year, w ith permission f rom A BG and Bok Tower Gardens I was able to secure three plants for the Pinetum. I feel Colonel Montgomer y would have been thrilled to know that an endangered species has been

planted at the Pinetum, and that this location will help to ensure the species survival.

E.O. was so good at seeing the points and making those connections. I wish I did let E.O. know that a species in such peril has a new home and the efforts to save it are continuing.

Thank you, Gregory Kramer

GA Seniors Named to Talent Search On Thursday, January 6, Greenwich Academy seniors S ach i L au m a s a nd Nat a l ie Shel l wer e na me d top 3 0 0 scholars in the 81st annual R e g e n e r o n S c i e n c e Ta l e nt Search—the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and mathematics competition for high school seniors.

To participate, Laumas and Shell had to submit original re se a rch, wh ich t hey b ot h started during the summer and were able to complete through G A’s i n d e p e n d e n t s t u d y program.

Laumas’ project, The Genetic and Epigenetic Mechanisms by Which MYB Regulates MEP Fate Decision, explores the role of the protein M Y B i n he a lt hy blo o d cel l development, and contributes to our understanding of its potential as a target in cancers such as acute myeloid leukemia.

She conducted her research in coordination with the Krause Lab at Yale University School of Medicine’s Stem Cell Center.

Shell’s work, Developing and Testing Updated Geometric Structures to Model the Optical Properties of Spirulina, a Helical Photosynthetic Microorganism, investigates how to ef f iciently grow the protein-rich algae spirulina a s a n e n v i r o n m e n t a l l y - through physics simulations of its optical properties. She friendly replacement for meat and mathematical analyses c o n d u c t e d h e r r e s e a r c h

w it h M I T ’s D ep a r t ment of Mechanical Engineering through the Research Science Institute.

“This is an extraordinary accomplishment, though certainly no surprise coming from these two talented young s c h o l a r s ,” H e a d o f S c h o o l Molly K ing said. “We could not be more proud of the valuable work they’ve done, the incredible example they set for those beh i nd them, and the contributions they’ve made—and continue to make— to ou r ST EM prog ra m a nd GA’s reputation as a national leader i n ST EM education.

Cong ratulations, Sachi and Natalie!”

L au ma s a nd Shel l wer e selected from 1,805 applicants and are among just nine top 300 scholars from Connecticut.

They will each receive $2,000; GA will also receive the same amount to use toward STEMrelated activities. On January 20, Regeneron will name 40 f inalists, who each receive $25,000 and participate in the f inal competition in March.

The top pr i ze for the most prom ising emerg ing ST EM leader in the United States is $250,000. Regeneron Science Talent Search alumni include 13 Nobel Prize-winners and 22 MacArthur Foundation fellows, among many other honors.

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Local Zoning Remains at Risk and Under Attack

By Kimberly Fiorello Happy New Year! I hope you are starting 2022 rested and ready for what the new year has in store. For those of us who were in the f ight last year to protect private property rights and maintain local control of zoning, I want to share with you that the housing activists in Hartford known as DesegregateCT are back and already pushing their agenda to enact new state laws that would force Connecticut’s cities and towns to increase housing density.

The state legislature will go into session on February 9 and adjourn on May 4, 2022. This is the window of time during which we must re-group and re-focus our energies to defend against DesegregateCT’s latest attempt to (1) automatically rubberstamp building permits in neighborhoods in the vicinity of train stations, (2) disallow one-acre single-family zoning, wherever they can, in order to mandate 1/8-acre single-family

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waste management and the future of Greenwich Plaza and the downtown train station.

In addition to serving as BET Clerk, A rora will also s er ve a s a mem b er of t he Budget Committee which Leslie Tarkington will once again chair. Democrats Leslie Moriarty and Laura Erickson will also serve on that committee.

Model United Nations Team Shines GHS’s Model UN (MUN) team participated in the Rutgers Model UN Conference in New Brunswick, NJ last month.

Rutgers Model Un ited Nations is one of the largest and most well-regarded MUN con ference s i n t he Un ite d States. The f lagship program of the Institute for Domestic & International Affairs, Inc., started empowering students in 1992 when a group of students from Rutgers University sought to establish an international studies program at the university.

“Our Model UN team attended its f irst in-person conference since January 2020.

During a shortened year in 2020 and a virtual 2020-2021, the students demonstrated f lexibility and perseverance,” Social Studies Teacher and Club Advisor Mr. Ian Tiedemann said. “It was amazing to see the students back to work safely, engaging in debate, and bonding as a team. We are all so proud of this team!”

Top performers included: Po s i t i o n P ap e r Aw a r d : Arjun Kishore (11), International Monetary Fund Honorable Delegation: Veda Swaminathan (12) and Elisabeth Zielinski (9), Social, Humanitarian and Cultural Committee Distinguished Delegation: Ambika Grover (11) and Ziyi Yan( 10), Commission on the Science and Technology for Development Distinguished Delegation: Nicole O rlofsk y (11) a nd Jeremy Buss (9), World Health Organization Outstanding Delegation: A a r ya Dh r u (1 2) a nd Za ra Haq ue (9), Un ited Nations Environmental Programme Best Delegation: Helena Kennedy (10), United Nations Department of Political Affairs 1993 Congratulations Gus Longtime Greenwich High School Director of Athletics Gus Lindine announced his retirement earlier this month, effective January 1. Mr. Lindine

zoning instead, and (3) push for regional zoning commissions that would effectively eliminate lo c a l pla n n i n g a nd z on i n g bodies.

Although DesegregateCT purports to be a coalition of neighbors and nonprof its in Connecticut, it is in fact an arm of the Regional Planning Association Inc, a New Yorkb a s e d a d vo c a c y g r o up fo r builders and architects. RPA currently has an ad out looking to hire a Director for DesegregateCT, who will be a full-time staff member of RPA with benefits, offering an annual salar y up to $80,000. A nd RPA is hiring a Local Organizer at $20-22 per hour to report directly to the Director. Indeed, DesegregateCT is professionally organized, well-funded, and on the move for their benefactors.

By contrast, what managed to prevent enactment of some of the most egregious state mandates on local zoning pushed by DesegregateCT in the last legislative session was the spontaneous, zero-cost, cooperation of hundreds of regular folks across our state.

So many of us attended rallies, w rote letters to the editor, emailed legislators and the Governor, and testified in public hearings, including one that lasted 24 hours.

Rather than “play defense” w ill continue to assist the athletic department with the transition to a new director.

Hired by GPS in September of 2005, Mr. Lindine has led the GHS Athletic Department, supporting student-athletes as they competed at a high level and achieved countless successes as Divisional, Conference (FCIAC), and State Champions. He has overseen a program that includes more than half of the student body and has helped the program grow to 42 different sports, consisting of 99 teams. GHS was na med the FCI AC top At h let ic P rog ra m i n 2 01 2 , 2014, and 2018 and the State of Connecticut’s top Athletic P rog ra m t w ice by le ad i ng national media outlets.

Bistro V Guest Bartenders On Jan. 18 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Bistro V will host First Selectman Fred Camillo, Selectwoman Lauren Rabin and State Sen. Ryan Fazio, who will serve as guest bartenders to support the local community.

A portion of proceeds from Happy Hour will support AdoptA-Dog, Greenwich Alliance for Education and Meals on Wheels of Greenwich. The three nonprof its were chosen by the special guest bartenders.

Proposed Development on Mead Point A recent application for a house with a pool and cabana at the end of Mead Point raised concer ns at the Decem ber 21 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.

The construction would require removal of 175 trees, a concern when it comes to conservation. There are also concerns regarding climate cha nge i mpacts, d ra i nage, coastal habitat preservation, and runoff.

2022 Parks & Rec Fees There have been no proposed fee increases to any single entry or annual park passes for the upcoming year.

Kamp Kairphree, Greenwich Adventurers, and The Music, Art, and Dance Camp fees will increase from $10 to $15 per session for residents, and from $40 to $50 per session for nonresidents.

Admission to Hamill Rink for ages 5-15 will increase in fees from $7 to $8, Ice rental fees will increase from $475 to $ 4 8 5 p er hou r, a nd t he scoreboard fee will increase from $25 to $30 per game.

The Griff will be increasing greens fees from $1 to $2.

Boat wharf fees will increase $25 at Byram, Cos Cob, and Grass Island.

Rentals of the clambake area at Tod’s Point will increase from $275 to $300.

Although DesegregateCT purports to be a coalition of neighbors and nonprofits in Connecticut, it is in fact an arm of the Regional Planning Association Inc, a New York-based advocacy group for builders and architects. and defend the status q uo, I b e l i e ve we sh ou l d g o on offense to demand a substantial modif ication or repeal of the “A f for d a b l e Hou s i n g L a n d Use Appeals Act,” known as 8-30g. This act provides that in towns where less than ten percent of the housing stock is “affordable” as defined in the statute developers can in effect ignore local zoning regulations governing height, lot coverage, setbacks, traff ic congestion, impact on neighboring property values and more, as long as 30% of the developer’s units are government subsidized or deedrestricted.

One example of the effect 8-30g can have on a community is the current building proposal at 5 Brook ridge Drive in Greenwich, where a singlefamily home would be replaced by an 86 -unit apar tment building with 183 parking spaces

standing approximately 55 feet high of which 26 units would be designated as “affordable.”

The proposal for a 192-unit development on Church Street in Greenwich is also an 8-30g application.

A key failing of 8-30g is its def inition of “affordable,” which does not count housing i n e ach com mu n it y t hat is economically affordable or is not deed-restricted to lower income residents. As a result, full compliance with 8-30g would require a massive increase in housing construction.

In the thirty years since its enactment in 1990, only 31 out of the 169 municipalities in Connecticut have met the ten percent threshold of 8-30g and complying with it was so problematic that in 2 017 the leg islatu re had to allow moratoriums on 8-30g applications for some towns. So

clearly the law is unworkable in practice in many communities.

O u r g ove r n m e nt wo rk s fo r u s ; i f l aw m a k e r s h ave passed a flawed bill, the voters c a n dema nd it b e cha nge d or repealed. Mak ing life in Connecticut af fordable h a s a l o t m o r e to d o w it h attracting private sector jobs, expanding educational choice, and providing tax relief than mandating a housing ratio that is almost impossible for towns to reach.

And while we applaud the v isiona r y ef for ts a nd r isktaking of property developers, a special-interest state law t h a t a l l ow s d e ve l o p e r s t o ignore local concerns while running roughshod over the rights of smaller, individual property owners is unfair to the population at large.

M a ny of ou r tow n s a nd cities have taken measures

provide new proof of residency for 2022 before they are able to register for any activities, purchase beach passes, or make facility reservations.

Verification can be done on the Town’s website. Primary members of the online account w i l l n e e d t o p r ov i d e t w o proofs of residency, and family members over the age of 25 will need to provide one proof.

Acceptable proofs include: utility bills, cable, telephone, or internet bills, leases, bank statements, or a drivers license.

to t he back of t he seawa l l on the northeast side of the causeway. Construction will last three to four months, with an anticipated completion in the early spring.

Greenwich Symphony The Greenwich Symphony O r c h e s t r a ’s s c h e d u l e d per for mances for its th ird concert of the season with Conduc tor Mél isse Br u net on t he p o d iu m h ave b e e n p o s t p o n e d d u e t o C OV I D concerns.

10th Snow Sculpture Contest Greenw ich Parks and Recreation and The Greenwich Arts Council are hosting the 10th annual Greenwich Snow Sculpture Contest.

Residents can submit a photo of their best snow sculptures to billie.schock@ greenwichct.org until Friday, March 4, 2022 for the opportunity to win a prize.

A long w ith the photo, submissions should include the title of the sculpture, names of the sculptor(s), and a home address.

Chabad Lubavitch Withdraws P re-School Application The chair of the Planning and Zoning Committee a n nou nced th is past week that Chabad Lubavitch has withdrawn its application for a pre-school on the grounds of what was formerly Carmel Academy.

The application was withdrawn due to the property owner rescinding their aut hor i zation to a l low t he application to go forward.

Chabad does however plan to refile at a later date 2022 Residency Verification Greenwich residents must

Book Swap Closes In response to the rise in COVID-19 cases in town, the book swap at Holly Hill will be closed for the month of January, and will reopen on Friday, February 4, 2022.

Christmas Tree Recycling Ch r istmas trees ca n be recycled undecorated until Monday, Ja nua r y 31 , 2 02 2 at Byram Park, Bruce Park, Greenwich Point, and at the Holly Hill Recycling Center.

All recycled trees will be chipped, and the wood chips will be used in parks as mulch.

See page B1 for more details.

Tod’s Point Construction D ue to const r uc t ion on t he To d’s Poi nt Cau s ew ay proje c t t he c auseway w i l l be closed Monday through Friday, at which time vehicle traff ic will be permitted up to the main parking lot, and pedestr ia ns a nd bic yclists will be rerouted to access the back end of Tod’s Point. In this next phase of construction, reinforcement will be installed

over t he ye a r s to pr omote af fordable housing, such as the creation of inclusionary housing zones and affording housing trust funds. Despite t he s e e f for t s , u n for t u n ate statements were made last year by certain proponents of more state mandates on local zoning, including allegations of racism in zoning decisions a nd s t ate m e nt s m a l i g n i n g local zoning commissioners as ignorant and untrained. I hope the discussion about zoning this year will be different and based on policy differences instead of personal attacks.

Our civil society is strongest when we have regular citizens who are actively involved and assertive of their rights. This year as in the past lobbyists and special interest groups will work to infringe on your property rights. Only by speaking out as we did last year can ordinary citizens ensure fairness and a voice in local planning decisions.

I look forward to working with you all again in this next session to advance good public policy and to stop bad ideas.

Please subscribe to my eblast at www.repf iorello.com so I can share the latest from the legislature with you.

Kimberly Fiorello (Republican Party) is a member of the Con nect ic ut Hou se of Representatives.

Enis Kulik Enis Emily (Ceci) Kulik, age 89, passed away December 31.

DEATHS Harro Stoever

Ronald Dubin

Harro Stoever, a longtime resident of Greenw ich, passed away peacefully at home on January 6.

Ronald N. Dubin, age 89, p a s s e d aw ay T hu r s d ay, December 30.

Paulette Plé

John Connell John J. Connell, 86, of Greenwich, passed away on January 5.

Paulette Plé, 95, passed away on December 27 in Greenwich.

Robert Salvatore

Carmella Perri Carmella (Dolly) Perri, a lifelong resident of Cos Cob passed away on January 5 at the age of 97 years old.

JoAnn Sclafani JoA nn DeCarlo Sclafani, longtime resident of Greenwich passed away on January 4.

Sharon Piro Sharon Nardiello Piro of R i ve r s i d e p a s s e d a w a y peacefully in her home on January 4 at the age of 80.

Elizabeth Karipides Elizabeth Karipides, 70, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 3.

Seth Strickland Seth DeVore Strickland, age 83, passed away January 1.

Robert John Salvatore, 80, formerly of Greenwich, died December 25.

Lydia Lupinacci Ly d i a M a r y L u p i n a c c i , age 9 0, passe d away on December 24.

Edward Cloonan Edward T. ‘Ned’ Cloonan passed away at age 70 on December 19.

John Calabro John Scott Calabro, a lifetime Greenwich resident, passed away peacefully on January 5 at the age of 67.

Please see page 10 for the full obituaries.

Local Public Company Market Watch GREENWICH INDEX COMPANY AmBase Corporation

SYMBOL

52 HIGH

52 LOW

PRICE*

ABCP

$0.45

$0.23

$0.34

EFC

$19.60

$14.85

$17.67

Hudson Global

HSON

$30.99

$11.01

$28.57

Interactive Brokers Group, Inc.

IBKR

$82.83

$58.84

$77.35

Oxford Lane Capital Corp.

OXLC

$8.53

$5.73

$8.33

Oxford Square Capital Corp.

OXSQ

$5.22

$3.27

$4.38

Retail Opportunity Investments Corp.

ROIC

$20.09

$13.29

$19.38

Starwood Property Trust Inc.

STWD

$27.00

$18.54

$25.44

Townsquare Media Inc.

TSQ

$15.33

$7.03

$11.96

Urstadt Biddle Properties Inc.

UBA

$21.66

$13.66

$20.68

W.R. Berkley Corp.

WRB

$85.67

$60.29

$85.51

XPO Logistics Inc.

XPO

$90.78

$63.29

$70.59

Ellington Financial LLC

* as of close of business 1/12/22

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public session. Eastern Greenwich Civic Center, 90 Harding Rd. $12 (includes skate rentals). 203-322-4447. greenwichrollerskating@ gmail.com. greenwichrollerskating.webs. com THROUGH, FEB. 28: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Greenwich Art Society: Julie Tehrani exhibition.

Greenwich Hospital Garden Café, 5 Perryridge Rd. greenwichartsociety.org TUESDAYS: 5 - 7 p.m.

Lighthouse, a Program of Kids In Crisis: LGBTQ Youth Group Meeting. On Zoom. Free. Open to all LGBTQ Youth & allies.

203-661-1911. lighthouse@ kidsincrisis.org. kidsincrisis. org/get-help/lighthouse WEDNESDAYS: 12 - 2 p.m.

Waste Free Greenwich’s Food Scrap Recycle Program: Drop off scraps at Living Hope Community Church, 38 West End Ave., Old Greenwich. wastefreegreenwich@gmail. com. wastefreegreenwich.org 6:30 p.m.

NAMI-CAN (Child and Adolescent Network) Online Support Group - for parents and primary caregivers of children & adolescents, under age 21, with behavioral and emotional issues. Free. namisouthwestct.org/onlinesupport THURSDAYS: 8 a.m. & 4 p.m.

Tai Chi Basic Moves. First Congregational Church of Greenwich, 108 Sound Beach Ave. Registration is required. Tuition is paid as a donation made directly by the participant to abilis, Neighbor to Neighbor, or the First Congregational Church. experiencetaichi.org 5 - 7 p.m.

Lighthouse, a Program of Kids In Crisis: LGBTQ Youth Group Meeting. On Zoom. Free. Open to all LGBTQ Youth & allies.

Complete Town Wide Calendar

203-661-1911. lighthouse@ kidsincrisis.org. kidsincrisis. org/get-help/lighthouse FRIDAY & SATURDAYS: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Canceled for January: Book Exchange – choose from a huge selection of books. Holly Hill Recycling Center. Free, or, donate books. (Open every Fri & Sat. books4everyone.org EVERY SUNDAY: 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Safe Roads (Traffic Restricted) Sundays at Tod’s Point, sponsored by Friends of Greenwich Point.

Through April 11, 2022.

FriendsofGreenwichPoint.org RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE:

RedCrossBlood.org

Friday, Jan. 14 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Greenwich Blood Donation Center, 99 Indian Field Rd. Sunday, Jan. 16 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Greenwich Blood Donation Center, 99 Indian Field Rd. Monday, Jan. 17 11 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Greenwich Blood Donation Center, 99 Indian Field Rd. Tuesday, Jan. 18 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Greenwich Hospital. 5 Perryridge Rd, Greenwich.

11 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Greenwich Blood Donation Center, 99 Indian Field Rd. Friday, Jan. 21 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Greenwich Blood Donation Center, 99 Indian Field Rd. 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Stamford Church of Christ.

1264 High Ridge Road, Stamford.

TOWN MEETINGS: greenwichct.gov/calendar Friday, Jan. 14 1 p.m.

Public Tree Hearing 5 Brookridge Drive. Via Zoom.

Tuesday, Jan. 18

9:30 a.m.

Energy Management Advisory Committee and Planning & Zoning Team Meeting. Via Zoom.

10:30 a.m.

Architecture Review Committee (ARC) SignMeeting. Via Zoom.

8 p.m.

RTM Full Meeting. Central Middle School and on Zoom.

Wednesday, Jan. 19 1 p.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission Briefing. Via Zoom.

6 p.m.

Harbor Management Commission. Town Hall Mazza Room and on Zoom.

7 p.m.

Architecture Review Committee (ARC) Regular Meeting. Via Zoom.

Thursday, Jan. 20 9:30 a.m.

P&Z POCD Greenscape Subcommittee. Via Zoom.

4 p.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting. Via Zoom.

6:45 p.m.

FS Bicycle Task Force Committee Meeting. Town Hall Cone Room.

UPCOMING FUNDRAISERS: Thursday, Jan. 27 6:30 p.m.

The Greenwich Riding and Trails Association’s annual dinner. The Milbrook Club, Greenwich. Purchase ticket before Jan. 21. thegrta.org 8 p.m.

Breast Cancer Alliance’s Virtual Poker Tournament prizes, silent auction & special drawing. breastcanceralliance. org Friday, Jan. 28 Bruce Museum’s Night at the Museum Family Benefit.

brucemuseum.org Saturday, Jan. 29 Bruce Museum’s Night at the Museum Family Benefit. brucemuseum.org Sunday, Feb. 6 3 p.m.

Breast Cancer Alliance’s Kids for a Cause – dessert-making class with Chef Sarah Leff & drawing class by Jonathan Cohen. breastcanceralliance. org Friday, March 4 6 p.m.

Pathways’ Music and Change featuring The Marcus King Band. The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester. $200. 203-8695656. sghabour@pways.org. one.bidpal.net/capitol/ticketing Wednesday, March 23 6 p.m.

American Red Cross ‘Heroes Among Us’ Gala. Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC. NYCGala@ redcross.org Thursday, March 31 7 p.m.

Breast Cancer Alliance’s Window on the World Wine Class. In person & online. breastcanceralliance.org Wednesday, April 6 Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich’s Youth of Year Dinner. 4 Horseneck Ln. bgcg. org Saturday, April 23 6 p.m.

American Red Cross Red and White Ball. Riverside Yacht Club, Riverside. redcross.org Thursday, April 28 4 p.m.

Swim Across America Fairfield County’s Sip & Shop. Safavieh, Stamford. swimacrossamerica. org Greenwich United Way’s Sole Sisters Luncheon. greenwichunitedway.org Friday, April 29 6 p.m.

River House Adult Day Center’s Rollling on the River Annual Benefit. 125 River Road Ext. Amurdock@

theRiverHouse.org Saturday, April 30 Abilis’ Spring for Abilis Gala.

Woodway Country Club. abilis. us Make-A-Wish Connecticut’s Evening of Wishes Gala.

Mohegan Sun. ct.wish.org/gala Thursday, May 5 YWCA Greenwich 17th annual Old Bags Luncheon. Belle Haven Club. ywcagreenwich. org Friday, May 6 Kids In Crisis’ Spring Fling Gala. Greenwich Audubon Center. kidsincrisis.org Saturday, May 14 Bruce Museum’s 35th Annual Gala. Greenwich Country Club. brucemuseum.org Friday, May 20 Greenwich Hospital Annual Gala. Greenwich Country Club. events@greenwichhospital.org Saturday, May 28 Greenwich Town Party. Roger Sherman Baldwin Park. $85, general; $25, Seniors; free, children ages 12 & under. greenwichtownparty.org.

Friday, June 3 7 p.m.

Emily’s Chimes. The Village, Stamford. emsway.org Friday, June 10 5:30 p.m.

Greenwich Land Trust’s annual An Evening at the Farmstead.

GLT’s Mueller Preserve. will@ gltrust.org. gltrust.org Thursday, June 30 Greenwich Sentinel Awards.

Greenwich Audubon Center. greenwichsentinel.com Saturday, July 9 Greenwich Point Conservancy’s Beach Ball.

Tod’s Point. greenwichpoint. org Saturday, Oct. 1 Greenwich Historical Society’s 90th Gala Celebration. greenwichhistory.org

Our Neighboring Towns MONDAY, JAN. 17 C2 Education: SAT or ACT Practice Test. In person & Online. Free & open to the public. Register. c2educate.com 2:30 p.m.

A Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr., and Liberation Theology for Today. Via Zoom. fergusonlibrary.org WEDNESDAY, JAN. 19 2 - 4 p.m.

Notary Public Hours - get official documents notarized for free. Ferguson Library - Harry Bennett Branch Auditorium. Appointment & two forms of ID with signature. 203-351-8292. fergusonlibrary.org THURSDAY, JAN. 20 6:30 p.m.

Wines by Masi Vineyards – 5-course wine dinner. The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s, 2748 Boston Post Rd., Darien. $80. watersedgeatgiovannis.com 7 p.m.

The Soul of America Q&A. Bedford Playhouse, 633 Old Post Rd, Bedford, NY. 914-2346704. bedfordplayhouse.org THROUGH THURS. JAN. 20 Tara Blackwell and Cal Bocicault: American Iconography exhibit. The Norwalk Art Space @ ADK House, 455 West Ave, Norwalk. 203-252-2840. info@ thenorwalkartspace.org. thenorwalkartspace.org THROUGH FRIDAY, FEB. 11 The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum: calling for artists for the juried exhibition: Fragments of Light, Impressions of Color. 295 West Ave., Norwalk. $35 p/4 pieces. 203-838-9799. info@ lockwoodmathewsmansion. com. lockwoodmathewsmansion. com

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SPORTS

SUPPORT YOUNG ATHLETES AT THESE UPCOMING GAMES GREENWICH HIGH SCHOOL Boys’ Basketball: Tonight at Staples H.S., 7 p.m.

Mon. vs. Norwalk H.S., 6 p.m.

Thu. at Fairfield Warde H.S., 6:30 p.m.

Girls’ Basketball: Tonight vs. Staples H.S., 7 p.m.

Mon. at Norwalk H.S., 6:15 p.m.

Thu. vs. Fairfield Warde H.S., 6 p.m.

Boys’ Ice Hockey: Tomorrow at Ridgefield H.S., 8:30 p.m.

Mon. at Hamden H.S., 12 p.m.

Wed. at Notre-Dame-Fairfield, 8 p.m.

Girls’ Ice Hockey: Tomorrow at Stamford-Staples-Westhill, 6:20 p.m.

Mon. vs. Fairfield Co-op, 1:45 p.m.

Thu. vs. New Canaan H.S., 8 p.m.

Boys’ and Girls’ Indoor Track Up next: Jan 22 at Wilton H.S. Field House, 11 a.m.

Gymnastics

Up next: Jan. 24 vs. Fairfield Warde, Fairfield Ludlowe (at GCA of CT), 6:30 p.m.

Boys’ Swimming and Diving: Wed. vs. St. Joseph H.S., Trumbull H.S., 4 p.m.

Wrestling: Tomorrow at Hall High School Tournament, 9:30 a.m.

Bowling: Tue. vs. Fairfield Warde H.S. (at Nutmeg Bowl), 4 p.m.

BRUNSWICK SCHOOL: Alpine Skiing: Thu. vs. CISL Race (at Mt. Southington), 4 p.m.

Basketball: Up next: Jan. 22 vs. Salisbury School, 2:30 p.m.

Ice Hockey: Today at The Hill School, 4 p.m.

Tomorrow vs. The Hill School, 6 p.m.

Squash: Up next: Jan. 22 vs. Salisbury School, 3:45 p.m.

Swimming:

Up next: Jan. 22 at Hotchkiss School, 1:30 p.m.

Wrestling: Today vs. Greenwich Country Day School, 4 p.m.

Tomorrow vs. Taft School, 2 p.m.

GREENWICH ACADEMY Basketball: Up next: Jan. 26 vs. Hamden Hall 4 p.m.

Ice Hockey: Tomorrow vs. Hoosac School, 2:30 p.m.

Skiing: Thu. vs. CISL Race (at Mt. Southington), 4 p.m.

Squash: Up next: Jan. 24 at Sacred Heart Greenwich, 4 p.m.

Swimming & Diving: Up next: Jan. 22 at Hotchkiss School, 1:30 p.m.

SACRED HEART GREENWICH Basketball: Tomorrow vs. Hopkins School, 1 p.m.

Wed. vs. Westover School, 4:30 p.m.

Squash: Today vs. Hackley School, 4:45 p.m.

GREENWICH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Girls’ Basketball: Up next: Jan. 21 vs. Taft School, 5 p.m.

Boys’ Basketball: Tomorrow at Hopkins School, 1 p.m.

Wed. vs. Harvey School, 4:30 p.m.

Girls’ Ice Hockey: Up next: Jan. 25 vs. Rye Country Day School, TBA Boys’ Ice Hockey: Tomorrow at Hamden Hall, 2:30 p.m.

Tue. vs. Rye Country Day School, 3:45 p.m.

Thu. vs. St. Luke’s School, 3:30 p.m.

Girls’ Squash: Up next: Jan. 21 at St. Luke’s School, 3:30 p.m.

Boys’ Squash: Today vs. Masters School, 4:30 p.m.

GHS Boys’ Basketball Off to Hot Start, Momentum

By Pail Silverfarb After ending last season with a slew of quality wins and off to a fast start to its season, the Greenwich High School boys’ basketball team is looking to keep the good times rolling during the conference portion of its schedule. “[The schedule] heats up a little bit now,” said GHS head coach Todd Trimmer. “We are in the meat of our schedule.

Once the FCIAC portion of the schedule starts, you get into almost three games a week” W i t h t h e w ay t h e Cardinals finished the season last year, beating Harding 56-43 and powerhouse St. Joseph

By Paul Silverfarb

High School 50-49 before falling to Fairfield Warde 46-22 in overtime to end their season, Trimmer’s team not only grabbed some momentum, but also some attention from other schools throughout Connecticut. “ We h a d a l o t o f excitement coming into the season, as we had a couple of additions, a few sophomores that we knew could contribute, and a couple of transfers,” Trimmer said. “There was def initely a buzz about our team for this season.”

And the start of the

season has really set the table for Greenwich High’s success. After a season-opening victory against Joel Barlow High School, 52-41, Big Red fell to Daniel Hand High School 47-44. With the team at .500, Trimmer’s squad traveled to Prince Tech for their annual holiday tournament.

In those two games, Greenw ich ca me out victorious in both, beating the hosts 61-46 and Achievement First i n t he cha mpionsh ip game 58-53. With the victory against Prince Tech, the Cards snapped Connecticut’s longest win streak at 49 games. In addition, it was the first time that Prince Tech lost on their home court in nearly six years.

“That was definitely a sig nature w in for us,” Trimmer said. “I don’t think Prince Tech had that in mind when they invited us to their hol iday tou r na ment.

And the Achievement First victory was great because I thought they had a more talented team than Prince Tech. Those were two really good wins. And we won our first FCIAC game against Br ien McM a hon a nd that was nice too. But in those games we started off slow. It’s not who we are. We need to start the game really playing the way we know how to

play.”

After Tuesday night’s 49-31 victor y over Fairfield Ludlowe High School, Greenwich High currently sits at 5-1 on the season.

“Our style of play is that we really get after you on defense, try and outplay our opponents on both ends of the floor,” Trimmer said. “We really like to be in transition.

That kind of style is a really gritty, hard-nosed blue-collar defense that turns into transition.

T h a t ’s o u r i d e n t i t y, but we kind of took a little while to get there this year. We started re a l ly slow i n ter m s of finding our identity, but I do believe that we are starting to get back there.”

Greenwich High has four senior captains on th is year ’s team and Trimmer said that all play different, but key, roles on the team.

Chason Barber and James Pilc are the two top scorers and the two big time playmakers on the team.

If there is a critical time in the game, Trimmer says that Pilc will most likely have possession of the ball and will also be defending the opposing team’s best player.

“Whether we need him to make a play or need him to work the

passing game or need him to make a play on defense, James is kind of the guy,” Trimmer said.

“He doesn’t look like the guy because he’s only six feet tall and is always smiling, so he doesn’t look like he’s going to do damage. But I honestly think that he’s the most disrespected player that I have ever coached in my life. He gets after it.

Teams take him lightly and he burns them every time.”

The GHS head coach said that Barber is arguably one of the best athletes in the Nutmeg State and is ever y coach’s dream in terms of his abilities, physical attributes, and the way he takes over a game.

“On his best day, I don’t know if there is a person that can guard h i m,” Tr i m mer sa id.

“He’s so eff icient. We basically beat Prince Tech because of Chasin.

He had 19 p oi nts, 1 7 rebounds and nine blocks. He plays his role and f inds his way to contribute. He’s starting to understand how good he could be, and I think he’s seeing that with every progressing game.

He’s going to be a matchup problem every FCIAC game that we play in.”

The two other captains on the roster are Flynn Milledge and Andrew O’Donnell.

Milledge, the vocal leader of the team, is the defensive specialist on t he r oster a nd i s put in the contest at key times to keep the opposition at bay.

O’Donnell, who will be attending the University of Pennsylvania and will run track, has stepped up as an important leader, both on the floor and in the locker room.

W h e n it c o m e s to t he st a r t i ng f ive for Greenwich High School, Trimmer said that it’s more like his team has a starting six. Pilc and Barber, along with juniors Logan Galletta, Dean Brown, and Dom DeLuca, make up the starting five. However, depending on the team Big Red faces, sophomore Aiden Karson might see the start.

“When we start with Dom, it’s just a big matchup problem against most of the teams in the FCIAC,” Trimmer said.

“What we try to do is force the other team’s big to guard Dom, especially at the beginning of the game. Because of that, a smaller guy or better a t h l e t e w i l l h ave to match-up with Chason.”

In addition, the Cards will ask Milledge, sophomore Jonat ha n Brennan, and junior Jack Quinn to log a bunch of minutes per game this season.

“We have our big six and the guys behind that are situational,” Trimmer said. “It’s a great luxury to have. They are going to go in, make the most of their opportunities and make the best of it. It’s going make us that much better of a team.”

Trimmer says that the biggest weakness of his team is that the Cardinals don’t believe in their strength, which is their defense and athletic ability.

“When we use our athletic ability, our grit, a n d o u r h a r d-n o s e d mentality and play tough defense, we are a great team,” Trimmer said. “We say that if the referee is not in a fivesecond count, you’re not close enough to the ball.

When we do that, play that way defensively, and basically be annoying to the opposing team, it results into our transition offense. Our defense into our transition offense is, by far, our strength.

We a re ver y good at transition and finishing a n d b e i n g u n s e l f i sh when we have numbers, but we don’t get those opportunities unless we play that hard-nosed defense.”

SCOREBOARD Boys’ Basketball: Brien McMahon 46 vs. Greenwich High 58 Greenwich High 49 vs. Fairfield Ludlowe 31 Brunswick School 81 vs. Greenwich Country Day 57 Girls’ Basketball: Greenwich High 69 vs. Brien McMahon 33 Fairfield Ludlowe 59 vs. Greenwich High 48 Boys’ Ice Hockey Greenwich High 2 vs. LaSalle Academy 4

St. Joseph High 2 vs. Greenwich High 4 Girls’ Ice Hockey Greenwich Academy 2 vs. St. George’s 1 OT Wrestling Greenwich High 36 vs. Fairfield Prep 48 Greenwich High 42 vs. Southington High 43 Greenwich High 33 vs. NFA 48 Greenwich High 24 vs. Branford High 51

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Harro Stoever

Harro Stoever, a long time resident of Greenwich, passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 6. He was 81. Born in Rantrum, Germany on Jan. 12, 1940, he was the son of Heinrich and Dorothea né e H a n sen Stöver. H a r ro, a Master Baker, came over from Germany when he was 18 years old to work at the family bakery, Widman’s on Greenwich Avenue.

He also baked for many local businesses including St. Moritz, The Clam Box and The Half Way House. In 1980, he opened his own bakery, Stoever’s Bakery off Greenwich Avenue. After several years of successfully running a family business, Pepperidge Farm approached him and asked him to join their Research and Development Team. He flourished in Corporate America being a Master Baker and helped create many Pepperidge Farm products and received several awards for his amazing accomplishments.

Harro enjoyed traveling the world, good food and meeting new people. He was an avid boater and member of the GBYC and BSBC in Greenwich. He enjoyed spending time on the Long Island Sound with many friends and family, especially his dear friend Billy. He used to say there was “no better place to be than here in Greenwich on the boat and watching the sunset; We are so lucky.”

Harro will be remembered for his bigger than life personality and for being the best Opa ever. He was a big kid at heart and adored his family. He loved a good joke and a good laugh. He loved to go wide open with his boat and to make others laugh. He is famous for saying “What da Hell?!”

Harro is survived by his wife Grace, née Robertson Stoever.

His son Arthur of Vail, Colorado, daughters Karin-Marie and fiancé Robert Bray of Greenwich, and Kirstin Stoever Martin of Maryland Heights, Miss. He was a loving Opa to his three grandchildren Hunter and his wife Amy Stoever of Boynton Beach, Fla., and Emily Grace and Wyatt William Martin of Maryland Heights, Mo., a sister, Karin Stoever of Fiji, a brother, Jens Uwe and his wife Astrid, two nieces Lisa-Marie and AnnaSophie of Puls, Germany, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins in Scotland and Germany.

Details of a celebration of life to be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Bernard’s Cemetery, Abbeylara, Co. accomplishments.

In 1985, Sharon married her Longford, Ireland. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation soul mate, John Piro. If asked, John would say, “we had the best to the charity of your choice. mar r iage and there was on ly Carmella Perri happiness.”

Sharon loved the beach, shopping, country music concerts, and being home and spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her two children, Sharon leaves behind her sister Je a n n e L a f aye t te C ou l om b e ; daughter-in-law Marylee; stepsons Michael (Coleen) and Billy (Lisa); and six grandchildren – Stephanie, Lindsay, Mark, Michael, Catherine Ca r m e l l a ( D ol l y) Pe r r i , a and Cassidy. As well as, many lifelong resident of Cos Cob passed nieces and nephews.

Sharon was predeceased by away on Jan. 5 at the age of 97 her Mother, Elda Lafayette. Her years old. She was the daughter of sister Janice A illeo (Edward) the late Carmella and Emilio Greco.

She was predeceased by her son and her brother James Nardiello Bruce and her husband Dominick (Ginger) as well as her son-in-law, whom she was married to for 78 Kevin Fox. In lieu of flowers, please years, also two brothers Louis and consider making a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.

Arthur Greco.

Dolly was a loving mother, she org).

Funeral services were held on loved her family and loved to cook.

Saturday, Jan. 8 at Sacred Heart There is too many things to list for Church in Greenwich. which we all loved her for. She is survived by four children, Don Jr. (Anita), David, Sr. (Janice), Robert who was her excellent caregiver and a daughter Donna ( James), she is also survived by a sister Angelina (Babe) Bertino. Dolly had seven grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren.

She will be sorely missed by her loving family.

Funeral Services will be private.

Elizabeth Karipides

JoAnn Sclafani

JoA nn DeCarlo Sclafani, longtime resident of Greenwich passed away on Jan. 4. She was 85 years old.

Born in Mount Vernon, NY, she was the daughter of Samuel and Josephine DeCarlo. JoAnn graduated from Manhattanville Col le ge a nd receive d severa l master’s degrees in early childhood e d u c a t i o n a n d p s y c h o l o g y.

She was employed by Town of Greenw ich and worked as an elementar y school teacher in several Greenwich schools but was a kindergarten teacher at New Lebanon School for many years until she retired.

She was a member of Saint Michael the Archangel Church in Greenw ich. JoA nn enjoyed spending time with her family. As a younger person she was an avid boater and remained a member of the Greenwich Boat and Yacht Clu b u nti l today. She w i l l b e remembered for her fun loving personality, brilliant blue eyes and charming smile. JoAnn loved music and dancing and she was always the first person on the dancefloor.

She is survived by her four daug hters Ly n n A n n Imper ia Fortino, Janice Imperia Estis, Karen Imperia Goldsmith and Laura Imperia O’Malley and their spouses and brother Robert DeCarlo She is survived by 11 grandchildren and John Connell 10 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by husbands Enio R. Imperia and Joseph R. Sclafani.

Calling hours were Monday, Jan. 10 at Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home. Funeral Service were celebrated on Jan. 11 at Saint Michael the Archangel Church, Greenwich.

If you would prefer to make a memorial gift to honor JoAnn DeCarlo-Sclafani to the Alzheimer’s J o h n J . C o n n e l l , 8 6 , o f Association in lieu of flowers please Greenwich, passed away suddenly contact them at act.alz.org but peacefully at his home on Jan. 5.

Sharon Piro John was a talented stone mason and carpenter, who worked for over 40 years in back country Greenwich. He was known for his kindness, generosity, and love for his family, homeland, sports, and watching and reading the news.

He was born in County Longford, Ireland on Aug. 17, 1935 to Michael and Bridget Connell, the third oldest of 12 children.

He immigrated to the US on Sharon Nardiello Piro of March 14, 1966, where the love of Riverside passed away peacefully his life Mary, had arrived 6 months in her home on Jan. 4 at the age of earlier. They married on May 4, 80.

1968 in Resurrection Church, Rye, Sharon was born and raised in NY. Greenwich. Along with her Mother They moved to Greenwich soon and siblings they grew up at the after where they lived and raised loving home of her grandparents, their 2 daughters for over 53 years. the late A lbert and Matilda In addition to his wife, Berlingo.

Mary, John is survived by his Sharon attended Greenwich cherished daughters Susan Boland public schools. After high school, (Laurence) and beloved grandson Sharon married Jerry Nielsen and Christopher of County Longford, had two wonderful children; Mark Ireland and youngest daughter Nielsen and Karen Nielsen Fox. Kathleen McMahon (Lawrence) Sharon worked in the Greenwich of Greenwich, and best friend school system in various roles. She Finnegan. was a secretary at Central Junior He was predeceased by his High, but she was most proud of sister Kathleen, brothers Michael her job as a school bus driver in and Hughie of Ireland and brother the early years. After working in Edward of England. He is survived the school system, she spent 35 also by his sisters Brigid and Mary years in the corporate world where (California), brother Joe, sister Dina she started as a receptionist and (Ireland) and sisters Ann, Sheila, worked her way up to Executive and Bernadette (England) and S e c r e t a r y /A d m i n i s t r a t i v e many nieces and nephews.

Assistant for W.R. Berkley Corp.

John will return to Ireland Sharon was very proud of all her for funeral and interment at St.

Elizabeth Karipides, 70, passed away peacefully at home sur rounded by her fam ily on Monday, Jan. 3. She was born in Greece on April 26, 1951 to the late Stelios and Sophia Polyhronas Aptalides.

Elizabeth was a strong and faithful woman. She loved spending time in the church helping in any way she could, she travelled to many places and most recently her trip to the holy lands in Jerusalem.

Her greatest joy were her grandchildren, and nothing made her happier than being surrounded by all ten of them and her own children during the most recent holidays. She loved good company, shopping and laying in the sun at the beach. She made so many people laugh with her stories and smile with her presence. She will be missed immensely by so many.

Elizabeth is survived by her devoted husband of 51 years, John Karipides of Greenwich, her loving children, Lazaros Karipides and his wife Stacey of Stamford, Stavros Karipides and his wife Debbie of Harrison, NY, Sophia Karipides and her fiance’, Rafael Figueroa of Greenwich, and her former husband, George Zoumboulis of Stamford and Maria Katsaros and her husband Greg of Rye Neck, NY, as well as her grandchildren, Elle, Yanna, Elisabeth, Johnny, Katerina, Yanni, George, Emily, Sophie and Christo. Also surviving is her brother, Joe Aptalides.

Calling hours were on Saturday, January 8 at The Greek Orthodox Church of Our Saviour, Rye, NY, followed by a funeral service.

Interment took place at Riverside Cemetery, Norwalk.

In lieu of f lowers, the family requests that donations be made in Elizabeth’s memory to The Greek Orthodox Church of Our Saviour, 2195 Westchester Avenue, Rye, NY 10580

Seth Strickland

Seth DeVore Strickland, age 83, of Vero Beach, Fla. and Greenwich, passed away January 1.

Seth was born March 30, 1938 in Oneida, NY to Miles Carter Strickland and Mildred DeVore Strickland.

Seth was a graduate of Deerf ield Academy, Dartmouth C o l l e g e , a n d Tu c k S c h o o l o f Business Administration.

While at Dar tmouth, Seth played football and basketball. He caught the winning touchdown a g a i n s t Ya l e t o w i n t h e I v y League Championship in 1958, where he received the gamewinning football. Seth’s blood was Dartmouth green. Seth was the Co-Chairman of the National Dartmouth Alumni Fund, while also awarded the “John R. Mason Trophy” as Head Class Agent in 1968. Given his long history of fundraising and fealty towards his alma mater, Seth was granted the

Class of 1960 Presidents Award.

Seth began his investment career in New York at Mitchell Hutchins. During his long career in f inance, he was a managing partner at American Express Asset Management in both New York and London, head of Institutional Equity Sales at Smith Barney in New York and a member of the Presidents Club. At Sierra Global, a New York Hedge Fund, Seth was a Managing Director of business development. In 2007, Seth founded and was the Chairman of Monitor Capital, a third party marketing firm in Greenwich, Connecticut.

As an involved parishioner of Christ Church in Greenwich, Seth was on the Vestry making his mark as the Chairman of annual giving.

Seth was also an active member of two corporate boards.

Seth is survived by his wife of 50 years, Katherine Fulenwider Strickland, daughters Cynthia Szoradi, Elizabeth Palmberg (Britt), beloved grandchildren, Calvin and Carter Szoradi, brother Carter Strickland (Nan), sister Cynthia Butterfield (Donald), and brother in-law Calvin Fulenwider, along with many nieces and nephews and trusted friends. As an irreplaceable member of the Strickland, Szoradi, a n d F u l e nw i d e r f a m i l i e s we celebrate his life and numerous remembrances individually and collectively.

In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made in the memory of Seth D. Strickland, to the “Friends o f D a r t m o u t h Fo o t b a l l ” C /O Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH 03755 or Christ Church Greenwich Endowment Fund in remembrance of Seth D Strickland, 254 East Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830.

May he live in our hearts for forever.

Enis Kulik

Enis Emily (Ceci) Kulik, age 89, passed away December 31 in Marietta, GA. She was born March 29,1932 in Cos Co to the late Giuseppe and Angelina Ceci.

While she spent the past 11 years in Marietta living close to her son and family, she was a 46-year resident of Trumbull. Prior to, she was a resident of Stamford.

Enis was a very devoted fulltime mother who worked most of her life in healthcare and retail.

After high school, she worked for Pitney Bowes for a number of years up until the birth of her son. When her father-in-law passed away, she assumed responsibility for the fulltime care of her mother-in-law along with her son and husband.

Enis enjoyed several passions.

First and foremost was her family.

In addition to her immediate family, she loved her many brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews. She was one of eight surviving children (out of a family of seventeen) and was always in contact with them.

Likewise, she loved her friends who were touched by her special gift of remembering everyone’s birthdate, wedding date, and other special life moments. Second, she loved to socialize and always enjoyed the opportunity to dance with her husband every chance t hey had. L ast ly, she was a n extremely talented cook…especially Italian dishes. No one near her ever went hungry!

She is survived by her son Mark and his wife Lucille of Marietta GA; two loving grandchildren, John Barrett Kulik, Katelyn Kulik; three great-grandchildren, Carter, Aiden, and Destin; three sisters, Rose Fiorito, Aurora Cantella, and Margaret (Anthony) Colabella; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband John and brothers Dominic Ceci, Etalo Ceci and Jack Ceci. Enis was a tender, sensitive and loving lady always concerned about everyone’s well-being. She will be deeply missed by all.

Calling hours were on Friday, Jan. 7 at Leo Gallagher & Son Funeral Home, Stamford. A Mass was held in celebration on Saturday, Jan. 8 at St. Catherine o f S i e n a C h u r c h , R i ve r s i d e , immediately followed by interment at Woodlawn Cemetery, Stamford.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Dementia Society of America, PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901 or online: DementiaSociety.org/donate

Ronald Dubin

sewing, cooking, knitting, music, and dancing. Her dream was to be a dancer and she would do so at every opportunity. Most of all, she was a devoted mother, and a kind, caring, and loving person to all she met.

Paulette is survived by her daughter, Brigitte Plé-Lentz (her husband Reuben ) of Greenwich, her son, Jea n-P ier re Plé of Washington DC, and her sister Ronald N. Dubin, age 89, of Rene Le Monnier of Paris.

Greenwich, and Santa Fe, NM, A celebration of her life will passed away Thursday, Dec. 30. He take place at a later date in France. was a businessman, a gentleman, and above all, a family man.

Robert Salvatore “You must always assume you have the ability to prevail no matter what you do in life.” -Ron Dubin.

And prevail, he did. In addition to his corporate success, he was known for his generosity, sense of humor, legendary Christmas cards and deep affection for those close to him.

Ron w a s b or n a nd ra i s e d in New York City to Harry and Robert John Salvatore, 80, Juliette Dubin and graduated as formerly of Greenwich, died Dec. valedictorian from Barnard School.

25 in New Canaan.

He received his BA from Williams Robert was born in Greenwich in 1953, where he was editor of the school magazine, The Purple Cow. to the late Victor A. and Elsa Following college, he served in Damberg Salvatore on March 9, the US Air Force as an intelligence 1941. He went to Greenwich High officer in Korea and remained an School and graduated in 1958, active private pilot throughout his served in the U.S. Air Force for four years, and went on to earn adult life.

H i s f i r s t j o b w a s w i t h a degree in electronics from The Entertainment Production Inc., RCA Institutes. He worked at the where he rose to become the Southern New England Telephone you n ge s t T V pr o duc e r of a n Company, later AT&T, his entire audience-participation show on career. Bob enjoyed amateur-radio CBS. Always the entrepreneur, operating, playing guitar, biking, he founded several successful and windsurf ing at Greenwich ventures. In 1984, together with Point, where he spent many happy his partner Tom Clark, he formed hours.

Bob was a man of few words, Dubin Clark & Company, Inc., a as all who knew him would freely leading middle-market private equity firm in Greenwich, and now attest. His legendary kindness and generosity is enshrined in in Boston, MA. Ron ma i nta i ned homes i n one particular event: when his kid Greenwich, and Santa Fe, NM, sister dropped part of a vacuum where he was actively involved in cleaner out a second-story window non-profit institutions. He was a onto his brand-new, much-loved board member of the Greenwich 1966 GTO and he never said a Symphony, the Santa Fe Opera and word, let alone an angry one.

Rob er t is su r v ived by h is an honorary board member of The School for Advanced Research, sisters, Linda Salvatore Farrell of where he established the Ron & San Jose, California, and Christine Susan Dubin Fellowship dedicated Swanson Penberthy of Branford; to supporting traditional Native his nieces, Danielle Farrell of artistry. Every year since 1993, Sherman Oaks, California, and Native A merican artists have Katherine Penberthy Padgett of studied in the Dubin Artist Studio Washington, D.C.; and his nephews, to preserve and further their craft. Robert Farrell of Chico, California, When asked what in life he was and Philip Penberthy of Brooklyn, most proud of, Ron consistently NY, and two grandnephews.

Due to the rise in COVID-19 replied, “my family.” He is survived cases, a service will be held later by the great love of his life, Susie, next year at a time and date to be h is sister Ja ne , h is ch i ld ren, Colin (Sheena), David (David), announced. Burial will be at St. Danielle (Peter), Denise (Max) and Mary Cemetery, Greenwich. The stepdaughters, Elizabeth (Ned) Thomas H. Gallagher Funeral and Diana (Alex), whom he loved Home is handling the funeral like his own. He leaves behind arrangements.

Memorial donations may be ten grandchildren: Reilly, Emily, Angus, Harry, Lulu, Susie, Sally, made to Save the Sound, 900 Caroline, Ben and baby Marley, Chapel Street, Suite 2202, New whose cousins will regale her with Haven, CT 06510. The family “Poppi” stories. If you were lucky wishes to extend their gratitude enough to be his friend, he made to staff at The Village at Waveny, Wa v e n y C a r e C e n t e r, a n d you feel like family, too.

There will be a family graveside Constellation Health Services. service. In consideration of COVID, a celebration of his life will be held John Calabro at a later date. In lieu of flowers, John Scott Calabro, a lifetime donations may be made to The Greenwich resident, passed away School for Advanced Research in peacefully on Jan. 5 at the age of 67.

Santa Fe, NM (sarweb.org).

His adoring wife, Maryann was by Paulette Plé his side.

John was born Oct. 9, 1954 to Paulette Plé, 95, passed away John & Grace Calabro. He graduated on December 27 peacefully in Greenwich High School in the early Greenwich. Paulette was born in Raon sur Pleine, France. During 1970’s. John spent every day of his World War II, as a teenager, she life as a resident of Greenwich, actively supported the resistance born and raised in Chickahominy.

John was the founder of On movement.

Paulette arrived in the United The Way Cafe in Rye NY and later, States in the early 1950’s, coming Fairways at the Griff in Greenwich. from France with her husband He lived to serve and bring people Maurice (now deceased), who was together with his cooking. From a private chef. They first settled in the thousands that he served in his Newport, Rhode Island and then restaurants and most importantly relocated to the New York City area for his family, John was known to since Maurice’s worked evolved always have any extra dish of food cooking for many notable families and a spot at his table. Along with his success as a beloved chef, John in the Northeast.

A f ter raising a family, she was a well-respected member of started a professional career as a the Greenwich Board of Education floral designer. Paulette always had for 26 years. He loved watching the a passion for flowers and plants, New York Jets play on Sundays but which lead to a full-time position he was never happier than making at CBS headquarters in Manhattan a meal to share with his sons and as the Head Floral Designer, a friends while watching the game.

John is sur v ived by his position that Mr. William S. Paley (founder of CBS) appointed her to cherished wife, Maryann, loving at the insistence of his wife, Babe sons, Jason Calabro (Marissa) and Paley. Paulette and her assistant Jeffrey Calabro and dear grandson, prepared daily and weekly fresh Jake Calabro. He is also survived by f loral arrangements for all the his father, John and brother, Brian.

To honor John’s life, family and executive floors at the CBS Black friends gathered on Monday at Rock building and three other Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home, locations. She was known by many Greenwich.

Funeral Mass was as the “Plant Lady”. If you had a sick plant you would bring it to her held Tuesday at St. Roch’s Church “plant hospital” where her magic followed by private committal. touch saved many such plants. She worked at CBS for many years until she retired in the early 1990’s. She had wonderful stories to tell about all the show business and media celebrities she met while working at CBS. Paulette was extremely talented, and in addition to her a love for f lowers, she enjoyed

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The Big Difference between Plans and Dreams

By Marek Zabriskie Yea rs ago, a P resby ter ia n preacher named Craig Barnes wrote a book called “Yearning: Living Between the Way It Is and How It Ought to Be.” In his book Barnes drew a distinction between plans and dreams. Plans, he said, originate w ith us. They are our way of organizing our lives and creating our future. Dreams, however, are different. They originate in our subconscious.

They are a gift that God gives us while we sleep. The Bible is full of stories about how God came to individuals in a dream and offered them a hopeful way forward.

But in order for God’s dream to come true we humans must let go of some of our carefully crafted plans so that God’s dream might be born in us. Like Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, we must be willing to say to God, “Not my will, but Thy will be done.”

Barnes said that the distinction between plans and dreams is how God actually came into history.

This has meaning for all of us because it suggests that God has dreams for each of our lives that are richer and more joyful than our carefully crafted plans.

Nine months before that Christmas Day, an angel appeared to a young woman named Mary, who was probably just a teenager. The angel startled her and said, “The Holy Spirit wants to enter your life so that you might give birth to the Son of God.” Mary must have been absolutely shocked. She undoubtedly had plans of her own. She wanted to marry Joseph and start a family, and the angel’s revelation threatened to ruin all of this.

Mary knew that if she said “Yes” to God, it would alter her future and no doubt end her relationship with Joseph. Therefore, Mary’s response to the angel’s dream was nothing shy of miraculous, and this is why she has been so greatly venerated throughout centuries.

Because in the face of all that it would cost her to say “yes” to God, Mary said, “Let it be to me, your

servant, as you would have it.”

Joseph also had plans. He expected to take Mary as his wife and to start a family. When Mary told him that she was pregnant, he suspected as any of us might that Mary had been unfaithful to him.

God, however, came to Joseph in a dream and said, “Fear not. The Holy Spirit has conceived the child that is in Mary’s womb, and she shall give birth to a son, and his name shall be Jesus.”

And so, Joseph, like Mary, relinquished his plans in order that God’s dream might become a reality and provide hope beyond all hopes forever. As God’s dream unfolded all of history was changed.

This has meaning for all of us because it suggests that God has dreams for each of our lives that are richer and more joyful than our carefully crafted plans. The epitome of pride is to say, “My plans are greater than anything that God

might dream for my life” just as the sin of cynicism is to think “God does not exist” or “God doesn’t care about me.”

If we believe that God has no interest in us then surely something has already died within us. But if we believe that God can make dreams come true, then makes all the difference in our lives. God can take something small and do something incredible with it.

Recall how the shepherds were out in the field watching their sheep at night when an angel came to them and said, “Do not be afraid; for see – I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign for you: you will find a child wrapped in bands of cloth and lying in a manger.”

God sent this little child into a world. This unexpected gift of the

crafted plans.

Craig Barnes was right. There is a significant difference between plans and dreams. Plans are what we create, but dreams are what God uses to restore joy and love in our lives. Hence, each of us has reason to hope, if we recall the first word that the angels spoke, “Be not afraid,” because the God of Christmas can bring unexpected hope into your life.

The G o d who c r e ate d t he universe with its thousands and thousands of galaxies and millions and millions of stars is infinitely bigger than all of our wounds and fears. If God could take something as small as a baby wrapped in swadd ling clothes, ly ing in a manger and use it to redeem the world, surely there is hope for each of us. God has a dream for you.

The ultimate gift from God are the words with your name on it, “Be not afraid.” So, trust God and go forward in your life without fear.

Christ child has been unlocking the hardness of human hearts ever since – hearts that have been shut because of loss, woundedness, or fear. In something as tiny as a little baby God set about to save the world.

What this means for us is that there is hope for each one of us. I suspect that there is not a person over the age of five who has not been wounded in some ways by life.

Perhaps you have had something that you have treasured taken from you. Perhaps someone or something has altered your life plans, and you have been tempted to become bitter or to despair.

But the story of Jesus’ entry into the world as an infant child, which completely disrupted the careful plans of his parents, shows us what The Rev. Marek P. Zabriskie is God can use the disruptions in our lives and by the means of little Rector of Christ Church Greenwich things bring about dreams that and an avid dreamer of dreams. are greater than our own carefully

Worship Directory and Services

ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

Harvest Time Church 1338 King St., 203-531-7778 www.htchurch.com In-Person Worship Services: Sun, 8:30, 10 & 11:30am (meeting on a limited basis in accordance with CDC guidelines and Connecticut’s executive orders). All services are streamed on the church’s website and social media outlets. Bible Study: The Glory of Christ, Wed, 7pm. Read The Bible 2021: join here facebook.com/groups/ bible2021. Harvest Time University: Life In The Spirit: Jan. 19, $50, course fee.

BAPTIST First Baptist Church 10 Northfield St.; 203-869-7988 www.firstbaptistgreenwich.com Sunday Servings: 11:30am, Facebook Live or for Devotion: 11-11:25am (Dial in 701- 802-5355, Access code 360922).

Greenwich Baptist Church 10 Indian Rock Ln; 203-869-2807 www.greenwichbaptist.org Worship: Sun, 11am (in person and online through Facebook & YouTube).

Adult Bible Study: 9:30am. Prayer Gathering: Fri, 6- 7pm, Chapel.

CATHOLIC Sacred Heart Church 95 Henry St.; 203-531-8730 www.sacredheartgreenwich.org Mass: Mon-Fri, 7am, in the Chapel.

Sat, 4pm. Sun: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30am.

Confessions: Sat, 3:20-3:50pm. Prayer Group: Wed, 5:15pm, in the Chapel, 38 Gold St, all are welcome. Ministry to the Homebound: if you, or someone you know, is homebound and would like a priest visit you, call the Rectory at 203-531-8730.

St. Catherine of Siena & St. Agnes St. Agnes: 247 Stanwich Rd; St. Catherine: 4 Riverside Ave; 203-6373661; www.stc-sta.org * All Masses at St. Catherine of Siena Church only are livestreamed.

Masses: Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri: 7am, St. Catherine’s Church (livestream); 5:15pm, St. Catherine’s Chapel. Wed: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, 8:30am-4pm, St. Catherine’s Church.

Sat (Specific dates confirmed in bulletin): Confessions, 3-4pm, St. Catherine’s Church; Vigil Mass, 5pm, St. Catherine’s Church (livestreamed). Sun: Mass, 7:30am, St. Catherine’s Church (livestream); Mass, 8:30am, St. Agne’s Church; Family Mass, 9am, St. Catherine’s Church, (livestreamed); Mass, 10am, St. Agne’s Church; Traditional Mass, 10:30am, St. Catherine’s Church, (livestreamed); Teen Mass, 5pm, St. Catherine’s Church, (livestreamed).

Language Masses: St. Catherine’s Chapel: Korean Mass (every Sun), 9am. French Mass (2nd Sun of the month), Italian Mass (3rd Sun of the month), Spanish Mass (4th Sun of the month [not in September]), 11am.

Ongoing: Food & Essentials Drive for Neighbor to Neighbor (there will be a car or SUV with an open trunk in the parking lot across from St. Catherine’s church on Tuesdays, 9-11am for dropoff donations. Donations can also be dropped at the Sign-in table at Sat, Sun or Daily Mass at St. Agnes).

St. Mary Church 178 Greenwich Ave.; 203-869-9393 www.stmarygreenwich.org Public Mass: Sun: 9, 10:30am, 12:15 &

5:15pm. Sat Vigils: 4 & 7pm (Spanish).

Daily: Mon-Fri, 12:05pm (Church doors will open from 10am-3pm).

Confessions (English): Tue: 7-8pm; Sat: 3-3:45pm. Eucharistic Adoration: 1st Fri of the month: 12:30-5pm.

St. Michael the Archangel 469 North St.; 203-869-5421 www.stmichaelgreenwich.com

Mass: Mon-Fri: 7:30 & 9am. Sat: 9am & 5pm. Sun: 7:30, 8:30, 9:45am, 12 & 5pm.

Confession: Sat: 4:15-4:45pm; Wed: 9:30-11am & 6:30-8pm. Eucharistic Adoration: Wed, 9:30am-8pm. Men’s Group: Jan. 15, 8am.

St. Timothy Chapel 1034 North St.; 203-869-5421 Mass: Sat: 4pm (Vigil Mass). Sun: 11am.

St. Paul Church 84 Sherwood Ave.; 203-531-8741 www.stpaulgreenwich.org Mass: Mon-Thu: 9am; Sat: 4pm (Vigil); Sun: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30am. Confession: Sat, 3-3:45pm. Mass on Holy Days: Vigil: 5:30pm, 9am & 12:15pm. Visit the website for information regarding the Bereavement Group (twice monthly) and weekly volunteer opportunities at the Don Bosco Kitchen and Food Pantry with the St. Paul Mercy Volunteers. All masses are available via livestream through the website.

St. Roch Church 10 St. Roch Ave; 203-869-4176 www.strochchurch.com Mass: (Reservations and/or for viewing via live streaming): Mon-Fri: 7:30pm; Sat: 5pm; Sun: 7:30am (Concelebrated for Previously Scheduled 9:30am Mass Intentions), 10:30am, 12pm (Spanish).

Mass Intentions: consult the bulletin for time.

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE First Church of Christ, Scientist 11 Park Pl; 203-869-1555 christiansciencect.org/greenwich/ Sundays: 10:30am. Jan. 16: “Life”.

Jan. 23: “Truth.” Sunday School: for students up to 20 yrs, 10:30am, Wed. 7:30, testimonies of healing call in for all services 203-680-9095 code 520520*. Reading Room, 333 Greenwich Ave. 203-869-2503, M-F, 11-3, some Saturdays. Bibles and children’s books for sale.

COMMUNITY First Church of Round Hill 464 Round Hill Rd; 203-629-3876 www.firstchurchofroundhill.com In-person worship is currently suspended until further notice.

Round Hill Community Church 395 Round Hill Rd; 203-869-1091 www.roundhillcommunitychurch. org Weekly Sunday Worship services in the Sanctuary at 10am or online at roundhillcommunitychurch.org anytime. Children’s Worship for grades K-5 is now available; nursery care is not yet being offered. Please call the church office or visit the website for the most up-to-date information, events, and schedules, which are subject to change based on current local health and safety protocols.

CONGREGATIONAL The First Congregational Church 108 Sound Beach Ave; 203-637-1791 www.fccog.org Worship: In-Person & Virtual: Sundays, 10am. Live-streaming on YouTube and Facebook, and broadcast on WGCH (1490 AM). Connect during the week:

Friday: Friday Email Blast (sign up by calling the church office); Church school before worship most Sundays, 9am for preschoolers through grade 6. Online programming available via Zoom. A joyful community diverse in spiritual backgrounds and beliefs.

North Greenwich Congregational 606 Riversville Rd; 203-869-7763 www.northgreenwichchurch.org

Online Worship Service: Sun, 10:30am, via Zoom (email Rev. Halac at Pastor@ northgreenwichchurch.org or call the church).

Second Congregational Church 139 E Putnam Ave; 203-869-9311 www.2cc.org Traditional Worship: Sun, 10:30am (online only). Coffee Cocktail & Chocolate Samplings: Jan. 30, 4pm.

Details at 2cc.org.

EPISCOPAL Anglican Church of the Advent 606 Riversville Rd; 203-861-2432 www.churchoftheadvent.org Service: Sun, 9am, Holy Eucharist.

Sunday School during academic year.

Christ Church Greenwich 254 E. Putnam Ave; 203-869-6600 www.christchurchgreenwich.org Worship: Sun: Eucharist, 8am (in-person); 10am (in-person & livestream/ondemand); Choral Evensong (in-person & livestream/on-demand), 5pm; Compline, 8pm (livestream/on-demand).

Mon-Fri: Morning Prayer, 8am (via Zoom). Tue: Eucharist, 10am (in-person). Thu: Choral Evensong, 6:30pm (in-person & livestream/on-demand).

“Something Different” Summer Outdoor Worship: Sundays through August, behind the Tomes-Higgins House (rain location: Parish Hall), bring a chair or blanket. Ongoing: Coat Drive for Families in Recovery Coats at Liberation Programs. Pacific House seeks volunteers for Meal-a-Month: Jan. 15. Sunday Forum: “Dining in the Dark: A Famed Restaurant Critic’s Struggle with and Triumph Over Depression” with Bryan Miller: Jan. 16, 11:15am. New Members Outdoor Gathering: Jan. 22, 3-4pm, behind the Tomes-Higgins House. Sign up for the Super Women’s Retreat in Vermont, Feb. 4-6, cmcfadden@christchurchgreenwich.org. Christian Men’s Gathering around the Fire-pit: Feb. 8, 7:30pm, Rectory front yard, 10 Park Pl. St. Barnabas Episcopal Church 954 Lake Ave.; 203-661-5526 www.stbarnabasgreenwich.org Sunday Worship: Spoken Eucharist, 8am, Church; Holy Eucharist with music, 10am, Church and Livestream; Family Eucharist, 10am, Parish Hall. (sign up for inperson service: signupgenius.com/ go/4090e4aadac2ea3ff2 -sunday1).

Coffee and Morning Prayers Podcast: Mon-Fri. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 200 Riverside Ave.; 203-637-2447 www.stpaulsriverside.org Worship: Sundays: Rite 1, 8am (inperson in the sanctuary & streamed).

1st and 3rd Sunday of every month: 10:15am, in the Sanctuary. 2nd & 4th Sunday of every month: in the Meadow, 10:30am (weather permitting). Sunday School continues in Selleck Hall.

Yoga on the Meadow: Fridays, 10am.

Ongoing: Neighbor-to-Neighbor Food Drive: Every Thu, 10-11:30am, in the parking lot (volunteers needed).

St. Saviour’s Episcopal Church 350 Sound Beach Ave; 203-637-2262 www.saintsaviours.org

In-person Outdoor Service: Sun, 11am.

Online Worship Services available on Youtube.

JEWISH Chabad Lubavitch of Greenwich 75 Mason St.; 203-629-9059 www.chabadgreenwich.org

Outdoor Services: Shabbat Services: Sat, 9-11:30am, (Children’s Services: 10:15am). Torah Study: Sun, 9:3011:30am, on Zoom. Weekly Torah Portion: Thu, 10-11am, In-person & on Zoom. Kabbalah Class: Fri, 10-11am, on Zoom. For class Zoom links and full class schedule, visit chabadgreenwich. org/torahclasses. CTeen on Ice: Jan. 16, 2:30pm, Cohen Skating Center, Stamford, grades 9-12.

Worship via teleconference: Sun, 11am and until further notice (Dial-in number: 425-436-6380, Access code: 612220).

NONDENOMINATIONAL Revive Church 90 Harding Rd., Old Greenwich (Old Greenwich Civic Center) www.myrevive.org Worship Service: Sun, 10am, Holiday Inn 980 Hope St, Stamford.

Online Sermons available on Facebook (facebook.com/ myrevivechurchgreenwich) and on Youtube. All groups are online. Direct any prayer needs to the prayer chain at 203-536-2686 or revivecfm@gmail. com.

Congregation Shir Ami One W. Putnam Ave; 203-274-5376 www.congregationshirami.org

Stanwich Church 202 Taconic Rd.; 203-661-4420 www.stanwichchurch.org

All services, programs and celebrations are available online via Zoom.

Events marked with an ‘*’ require registration at stanwichchurch.org/ events

Greenwich Reform Synagogue 92 Orchard St.; 203-629-0018 www.grs.org Join Rabbi Gerson and Cantor Rubin every Friday, 6pm for Shabbat Services, and once a month for Tot Shabbat, 5:30pm. All in person services are also live streamed on Zoom. Bruce Museum Family Tour: Jan. 15, 2:30pm, free to GRS members, reservations required.

Temple Sholom 300 E. Putnam Ave.; 203-869-7191 www.templesholom.com Services - In-person and virtual Friday night Shabbat services, 6:30pm & Saturday morning Shabbat services, 10:30am. The Abraham Accords: The New Peace in the Middle East: Jan. 20, 7pm.

LUTHERAN First Lutheran Church 38 Field Point Rd.; 203-869-0032 www.flcgreenwich.org Indoor Service: Sun, 10:30am. Bible Study: Sun, 11:45am.

St. Paul Lutheran Church 286 Delavan Ave.; 203-531-8466 Indoor Service: Sun, 9am. Bible Study: Sun, 10:15am. Wednesday After-School program: Snacks & Crafts, 3-4pm; Bible Stories & Catechesis, 4-5pm; Community Dinner, 5:30pm (all are welcome); Bible Study on Romans (adults), 6:30pm.

METHODIST Diamond Hill United Methodist 521 E. Putnam Ave.; 203-869-2395 www.diamondhillumc.com Sunday Worship Services: In-person or online, 10am, followed by a time of Fellowship. Wednesdays: Virtual Noonday Prayer & Evening Bible Study.

(Details at diamondhill.com).

First United Methodist Church 59 E. Putnam Ave.; 203-629-9584 www.fumcgreenwich.com Virtual Sunday Worship, 9:30am, via Zoom (203 629 9584). Virtual Daily Gathering: Mon-Fri, 3pm, Zoom.

Talking with Your Hands: Mon, 3pm.

Reading this World as a Christian: Tue, 3pm. Back to Rock – music with Mr. Bruce: Tue, 3pm, via Zoom. Reading the Shape of Scripture: Wed, 3pm, via Zoom. Spring Bible Study: Thu, 3pm, via Zoom. Tea & Talk: Fri 3pm, via Zoom.

Bethel African Methodist Episcopal 42 Lake Ave.; 203-661-3099

Worship Services: Sun, 9 & 10:45am (live-streamed). *Family Movie Night, Jan. 14, 7pm. *Men’s Retreat Weekend: Jan. 28-30 (Spots limited). *Valentine’s Fundraiser Dinner, Feb. 4, 7pm.

The Albertson Memorial Church 293 Sound Beach Ave; 203-637-4615 www.albertsonchurch.org Sunday Service: 7pm, via Zoom.

Virtual Children’s Lyceum (ages 5-14): 3rd Sunday of the month, 10-10:40am. Healing Service: 3rd Thursday of the month, 7-7:30pm.

(Email Albertsonpcc@gmail.com for registration and Zoom Links).

Trinity Church 5 River Rd.; 203-618-0808 www.trinitychurch.life In-Person Services: Sun., 9:45am, Hyatt Regency Greenwich, 1800 E Putnam Ave.; 10am, Radisson Hotel, New Rochelle, 1 Radisson Plaza; 11am, The Chapel at NPC, 2011 Post Rd, Darien. Online Service: Sun., 9:45am, youtube.com/c/TrinityChurchLife/ live.

PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church 1 W. Putnam Ave.; 203-869-8686 www.fpcg.org Sanctuary Worship: Sun, 10am (Traditional Service); 5pm (Contemporary Service).

Online Worship: Sun, 10-11am at fpcg.org/live.

Sunday School online, 10:15-11am. The Prayer Room: 2nd Thu of each month, 8-8:30pm, via Zoom. Blessing of the Animals: Jan. 16, 10am.

Grace Church of Greenwich 8 Sound Shore Dr., Suite 280 203-861-7555 www.gracechurchgreenwich.com Worship: Sun, 10am, Woman’s Club of Greenwich, 89 Maple Ave. (Outside. Please bring a mask and a chair or a blanket). All Bible Study studies through zoom (email gracechurchofgreenwich@gmail.com for zoom links). All are welcome.

Living Hope Community Church 38 West End Ave; 203-637-3669 www.LivingHopect.org In-person & online (LivingHopect. org/livestream) worship Sundays: 10am. Alpha: Is there more to life than this? Beginning Feb. 7, 7pm, on Zoom (The class is 11 weeks, feel free to try it out, no obligation). Register and more information: livinghopect.org/ resources/alpha.

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MEDAL OF HONOR

Army Cpl. Mitchell Red Cloud Jr.

At the Pentagon on April 3, 1951, Lillian “Nellie” Red Cloud, mother of the late Army Cpl. Mitchell Red Cloud Jr., is handed the Medal of Honor that her son earned for his “dauntless courage and gallant self-sacrifice” against Chinese forces in North Korea on Nov. 5, 1950. Army photo DETAILS Rank: Corporal Conflict/Era: Korean War Unit/Command: Company E, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division Military Service Branch: U.S. Army Medal of Honor Action Date: November 5, 1950 Medal of Honor Action Place: near Chonghyon, Korea CITATION Cpl . Red Cloud , Company E , di st i n g u i sh e d h i m s elf by conspicuous gallantr y and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. From his position on the point of a ridge immediately in front of the company command post, he was the first to detect the approach of the Chinese Communist forces and give the alarm as the enemy charged from a brush-covered area less that 100 feet from him. Springing up

he delivered devastating pointblank automatic rif le into the advancing enemy. His accurate and intense f ire checked this a ssault and gained time for the company to consolidate its defense. With utter fearlessness he maintained his firing position until severely wounded by enemy fire. Refusing assistance he pulled himself to his feet and wrapping his arm around a tree continued his deadly fire again, until he was fatally wounded.

This heroic act stopped the enemy from overrunning his company’s position and gained time for reorganization and evacuation of the wounded. Cpl. Red Cloud’s dauntless courage and gallant self-sacrifice refects the highest credit upon himself and upholds the esteemed traditions of the U.S. Army.

HIS STORY A r my Cpl. M itchel l Re d Cloud Jr. survived World War II as a Marine in the Pacific.

After the war ended, he was discharged, but he couldn’t

shake the feeling that he had more to offer the military, so he re-enlisted as a soldier. Red Cloud eventually sacrificed his life in Korea in an act of bravery that earned him the Medal of Honor.

Red Cloud was born on July 2, 1925, in Hatfield, Wisconsin, to parents Mitchell and Lillian.

He had a little brother named M e rl i n , a n d t h e y we r e a l l mem b ers of t he Ho- Chu n k Native American tribe, also known as the Winnebago.

Red Cloud attended Black River Falls High School until he was 17, when he asked his father if he could join the Marine Corps. His dad said yes, so on Aug. 11, 1941, the teen enlisted.

T h e U . S . j o i n e d Wo r l d Wa r I I a few months later, and Red Cloud was deployed to the Pacif ic. He fought in Guadalcanal, where he suffered from malaria but refused a medical discharge. He continued to serve through the end of the war when he was injured in Okinawa.

Red Cloud left the Marines in November 1945. He returned to civilian life, got married and had a daughter, Annita. But his family said he grew restless as a civilian, so he decided to return to active duty in October 1948, this time for the Army.

His brother later said he was interested in serving in all of the military branches.

Red Cloud was part of the 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. The unit was f irst assigned to occupation duty in Kyushu, Japan, before being deployed to Korea when war broke out in the summer of 1950.

On Nov. 5, 1950, Red Cloud’s Company E was in position on Hill 123 near Chonghyon, North Korea. The 25-year-old corporal was manning a listening post at the hill’s ridge, right in front of the command post, when he realized Chinese Communist forces were approaching. Those forces instantly charged at him from the brush about 100 feet away.

Re d Cloud i m me d iately sounded the alarm with his automatic rifle, firing it toward

A truck is loaded aboard the USNS Red Cloud at a weapons station on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., April 18, 2016. The ship was named in honor of Army Cpl. Mitchell Red Cloud Jr., who earned the Medal of Honor for his selfless actions during the Korean War. Photo By: Air Force Staff Sgt. Jared Trimarchi

the enemy as they closed in on him. He was quickly knocked down by gunfire, but he pulled himself back to standing by wrapping his arm around a tree, which he then used to steady his rifle so he could keep firing. The enemy onslaught was too much for him to bear alone, though, and he died where he fell from gunshot wounds.

Vantage Point, a Department of Veterans Affairs blog, said he w a s shot at le a s t eig ht times during the ordeal. Other accounts said that when his comrades found his body, he was shot down in front of the enemy forces he’d killed.

Prior to the skirmish, part of that enemy force had already c r e p t u p o n C o m p a n y E ’s position from behind and killed several men, many of whom were sleeping. The company’s commander credited Red Cloud with delaying the front-facing at t ack enoug h for t he u n it

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Army Cpl. Mitchell Red Cloud Jr., Medal of Honor recipient

to reorganize and tighten its defenses, essentially saving the rest of them.

Red Cloud’s fearlessness, c ou ra ge a nd s e l f-s a c r i f ic e earned him the Medal of Honor.

On April 3, 1951, his mother received the medal from famed World War II Gen. Omar Bradley in a ceremony at the Pentagon.

Re d Cloud was i n it ia l ly bur ied at a Un ited Nations cemetery in Korea; however, his body was repatriated to the Decorah Cemetery near his hometown in March 1955. His medal is currently housed at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum in Madison, Wisconsin.

To honor his warrior ethos, Red Cloud’s name lives on. In 1957, the Army renamed one of its Korean installations in his honor; Camp Red Cloud was used by U.S. troops until its deactivation in 2018. In 1999, the U.S. Navy commissioned a Watson-class cargo ship named the USNS Red Cloud, which was

christened in San Diego by the fallen corporal’s daughter.

Various military facilities and parks across the U.S. also honor Red Cloud’s name. One monument that stands in his honor at Black R iver Falls, Wisconsin, has an inscription that reads, “The son of a Winnebago chief and warriors who believe that when a man goes into battle, he expects to kill or be killed, and if he dies, he will live forever.”

The Greenwich Sentinel encourages readers to let us know about connections they have with Medal of Honor recipients.

This article was written by Katie Lange as part of a series in which Defense.gov highlights a Medal of Honor recipient each week. It is our nations's highest medal for valor.

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REAL ESTATE DASHBOARD FEATURED OPEN HOUSES Data Compiled by Rob Pulitano [203] 561-8092

REAL ESTATE DASHBOARD EDITOR Mark Pruner | Mark@GreenwichStreets.com REAL ESTATE DASHBOARD CONTRIBUTORS Robert Pulitano | RobertPulitano@bhhsne.com Cesar Rabellino | CesarRabellino@bhhsne.com Pam Toner | PamToner@bhhsne.com Carline Martin | CarlineMartin@bhhsne.com

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Area

Price

Day/Time

Broker

17 Putnam Park #17 12 Thistle Lane 26 Hendrie Avenue 10 Birchwood Drive 33 Brookridge Drive 41 Will Merry Lane 10 MacArthur Drive 10 MacArthur Drive 153 E Elm Street

Greenwich Greenwich Riverside Greenwich Greenwich Greenwich Old Greenwich Old Greenwich Greenwich

$605,000 $1,428,000 $4,495,000 $2,295,000 $5,495,000 $2,995,000 $999,000 $999,000 $3,250,000

Sun 1-3 PM Sun 12-1:30 PM Sun 1-3 PM Sun 1-3 PM Sun 1-3 PM Sun 1-3 PM Sat 1-3 PM Sun 1-3 PM Sun 12-3 PM

Berkshire Hathaway Douglas Elliman Houlihan Lawrence Houlihan Lawrence Houlihan Lawrence Keller Williams Miha Zajec Miha Zajec Sotheby's

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Address

NEW SALES

Data Compiled by Cesar Rabellino (203) 249-9866 Price/ List Price SqFt AC BR FB SqFt

5 Putnam Hill Road 3D 12 Glenville Street 305 11 Lafayette Court 1C 62 Northridge Road 10 Edgewood Drive 3A 11 Mohawk Lane 41 Will Merry Lane

$489,000 $699,000 $925,000 $1,150,000 $2,395,000 $2,550,000 $2,995,000

$466 $324 $564 $725 $549 $428 $732

1,050 2,160 1,640 1,586 4,365 5,953 4,090

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South of Post Road Glenville South Parkway North Mianus South Parkway North Parkway North Parkway

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Data Compiled by Cesar Rabellino (203) 249-9866 Address

Original List

List Price

Sold Price DOM BR FB Acres SqFt

1465 Putnam Avenue 302 7 River Road 303 15 Lafayette Court 1C 444 Taconic Road 35 Strickland Road 29 Angelus Drive 5 Georgetowne 5 48 Spring Street 10 36 Griffith Road 951 Lake Avenue 18 Glen Road 5 Manor Road 33 Midbrook Lane 22 Woodside Drive 46 Sawmill Lane 45 Shore Road 6 Meadow Drive 41 Terrace Avenue 1 Pleasant View Place 15 Shady Brook Lane 51 Richmond Hill Road 12 Eggleston Lane 680 Steamboat Road 8 123 Dingletown Road 54 Pecksland Road 307 Shore Road 25 Edgewood Drive

$380,000 $648,000 $825,000 $995,000 $1,199,000 $945,600 $1,299,000 $1,099,000 $1,295,000 $1,350,000 $1,395,000 $1,795,000 $1,750,000 $2,600,000 $1,795,000 $2,050,000 $2,200,000 $2,350,000 $2,350,000 $2,595,000 $3,950,000 $3,550,000 $5,300,000 $5,000,000 $6,395,000 $8,400,000 $12,950,000

$380,000 $648,000 $799,000 $895,000 $999,000 $945,600 $1,199,000 $1,099,000 $1,225,000 $1,350,000 $1,395,000 $1,795,000 $1,750,000 $2,150,000 $1,795,000 $2,050,000 $2,200,000 $2,350,000 $2,350,000 $2,595,000 $3,499,000 $3,550,000 $4,995,000 $4,800,000 $6,395,000 $8,400,000 $12,950,000

$370,000 $630,000 $799,000 $865,000 $900,000 $945,600 $1,000,000 $1,075,000 $1,200,000 $1,300,000 $1,335,000 $1,777,500 $1,930,000 $2,025,000 $2,050,000 $2,050,000 $2,250,000 $2,275,000 $2,400,000 $2,550,000 $3,400,000 $3,638,000 $4,425,000 $4,600,000 $6,440,000 $8,400,000 $12,250,000

53 235 44 71 63 18 216 44 70 117 32 17 7 162 12 0 87 69 58 138 232 19 157 337 17 5 306

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896 930 1,180 2,796 1,268 1,636 3,072 1,987 2,309 2,879 2,253 2,527 2,452 3,218 3,068 2,295 4,397 2,592 5,437 4,003 7,304 3,612 3,000 7,657 6,950 8,882 15,150

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Every Neighborhood Does Even Better (Well Almost)

By Mark Pruner For just about every neighborhood, and every statistic in every neighborhood, 2021 was an amazing year. We had total sales of over $3 billion and this was up 31% over what was at the time a record setting 2020. Our sales were up $718,204,338 over 2020, in increase in dollar sales that is more than most towns total sales.

What’s really remarkable about that 31% increase in sales volume is that our number of sales were up on ly 17 % . We had 863 sales in 2020 and were up 143 sales in 2021 to 1,006 sales this year.

Townwide, 2020 was a good time to be a seller as we were up in every category, except for those categories where being down is pro-seller. Our average sales price was up 12% and our median sales price was up 16%, while our days on market were down 40% from 205 DOM in 2020 to 124 DOM in 2021, i.e., on average houses were on for almost 3 months less last year over the year before.

Scattered around the table comparing neighborhoods this year to last year there are a few stats that moved in t he buyer s’ d i r e c t ion , but nearly ever yone is just statistical noise in neighborhoods with small numbers of sales. If you take out North Mianus (11 sales), Pember wick (16 sales) and Banksville

(5 sales) just about every statistic was up. The only significant exception was number of sales in backcountr y, but more about that later.

When you draw a li ne th roug h the sa les for each neig hborhood by year, it’s looks like a R alph Cramden q uote, “Too the moon, A lice.”

Cos Cob, backcou ntr y, Old Greenwich and South of the Parkway were all neighborhoods where total sales volume were up by a lot. In mid-country sales volume was up by almost a quarter billion dollars.

We are getting these big jumps in sales volume for two reasons. Our total number of sales are up, and the average price is also up. Combine those two things and get these big jumps.

When you look at the number of sales in each neighborhood, you only have one factor pushing the numbers up. In just about every neighborhood, ou r s a le s wer e up: by 15% in mid-country (aka South of the Park way) and up 26% in Cos Cob our biggest gain for our larger neighborhood.

A lso, all our smaller neighborhoods, who have lower average prices, saw dramatic jumps in sales.

Pemberwick’s sales were up 78% going from 9 sales in 2020 to 16 sales in 2021.

As mentioned above the one area that saw a drop in sales, (besides North Mianus where sales went from 13 sales to 11 sales) was backcountry.

There sales fell from 102 sales in 2020 to 92 sales in 2021 or a drop of 10%. As noted above a 22% jump in average sales price per s.f. more than made up

for this small drop with total sales dollars up in backcountry.

The natural thing i s to t h i n k t h at h i g hend sales are dropping i n b a c k c o u n t r y, b u t tow nw ide sa les f rom $5 – 10M were up over 100%, so it’s going to take more slicing and dicing to figure out the details of

what is up and down in backcountry. One thing that is definitely down is inventory dropping from 49 listings at the end of 2020 to only 37 listing at the beginning of this year.

Going forward inventor y is going to de te r m i ne how we do this. To be more precise, it’s not inventory, but the

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We were at record low inventory almost every week last year, but we still set a record for sales.

You are looking for a new neighbor, now might be a good time to encourage your neighbor to list their house. They’ll get a good price, and you’ll get a new neighbor. ;)

Mark Pruner is the Greenwich Sentinel Real Estate Editor and a sales executive with Compass at 200 Greenwich Ave. He can be reached at mark. pruner@compass.com or 203-969-7900.

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