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Greenwich Youth Film contest

The Junior League of Greenwich and Greenwich Library are sponsoring the first Greenwich Youth Film Festival to encourage high school students in Fairfield and Westchester Counties to express themselves through the art of film, with $4,000 in cash prizes to be awarded in five categories. Ron Howard and Clayton Pecorin are among the judges. Contest ends Feb. 17. Followed by Film Festival event April 28. For more information visit www.jlgreenwich.org.

Firefighter volunteers

The Greenwich Fire Department is seeking Volunteer Firefighters or Volunteer Fire Police Patrol members, with training provided. No experience needed. Also, Fire Explorer Post Programs accept children 14-18 years to become an Explorer. For information call Brian M. Kelly, Volunteer Recruitment Officer at 618-8877 or email BKelly@greenwichct.org.

Consultations

on caregiver role

Greenwich Adult Care Center offers consultation on the role of a caregiver with Jane Kramer, who oversees the Caregiver Information Center at the GADC River House. Contact the River House Caregiver Information Center at 203-622-0079 to schedule a consultation with Kramer.

Getting help on energy bills

The Greenwich Dept. of Social Services is assisting residents facing hardship with their energy bills with meeting with a caseworker programs. The town of Greenwich also offers assistance to needy residents. For information, call Tina Corlett at 203-622-3744.

North Street School Art

Now through Jan. 28, in the Community Room of the Cos Cob Library, 5 Sinawoy Road, is an exhibit titled "Lines, Shapes, and Things: Children's Explorations in Art," by students from Kindergarten through fifth grade of North Street School, with an opening reception on Jan. 9, from 5:15-6:30 p.m. For more information, call 203-622-6883.

`Insects in Winter Walk' set

Tomorrow, Jan. 28, from 1 to 2:30 p.m., Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road, is offering an "Insects in Winter Walk" to learn how insects survive winter's cold. Search for hardy insects known to be active on the snow and along the winter-chilled Byram River. We will also search for insects hidden away under logs, tree bark, and other winter retreats. Ages 5 and up. RSVP to store at 203-869-5272, ext.221.

Julie Satinover art show slated

From Jan. 28 to Feb. 29, the Garden Education Center of Greenwich, 130 Bible Street, the art work of Julie Satinover will be on view with a reception tomorrow evening, Jan. 28, from 4 to 6 p.m. For more information call 203-869-9242 or email gec@gecgreenwich.org.

`American Meat' film screening

Tomorrow, Jan. 28,

from 4 to 7 p.m., at Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road, a documentary film screening & panel discussion of "American Meat" that surveys the current state of the U.S. meat industry, featuring dozens of American farmers, followed by a discussion of locally available meat and foods. For more information, call 203-869-5272 or visit http://greenwich.audubon.org.

`Games, Gizmos and Toys'

From Jan. 28 to April 22, the Bruce Museum, at 1 Museum Drive, will exhibit "Walter Wick: Games, Gizmos and Toys in the Attic," with 40 large-scale photographs, models of his images, and videos. Wick is the creator and photographer of the Can You See What I See? books and co-creator of the "I Spy" series for children. Free with museum admission. For information call 203-869-0376.

Climate change controversy

On Jan. 29, from 2 to

4 p.m., Pauline Cantwell, host of 1490 WGCH's "Live Well with Cantwell" will speak for free on "The Wild Cards in Climate Change," at the Greenwich Library Discussion topics include (1) weather warfare, (2) deliberate weather modification, and (3) geoengineering (solar radiation management). Refreshments served. For more information call 203-637-0632 or 203-561-8496.

Focus on senior living discussion

On Jan. 31, at 3 p.m., At Home in Greenwich, Inc. invites seniors for coffee to discuss problem-solving ideas and fun social opportunities with membership with Executive Director Lise Jameson and current members in Fletcher Hall of Second Congregational Church, 139 E. Putnam Ave.

To attend, call Lise at 203-422-2342.

Community artists needed

The Greenwich Historical Society is calling on community artists interested in displaying their art in their annual exhibit in the Storehouse Gallery.

Deadline is Jan. 31 for submitting a resume or CV, an artist's statement and five color images of work in high resolution jpg format via email to admin@greenwichhistory.org.

Works in a variety of media are welcome. For information, call Michele Couture at 203-869-6899, Ext. 20.

Toastmasters

set to meet

On Feb. 1, at 7 p.m., the Toastmasters will meet at Western Greenwich Civic Center, 449 Pemberwick Road -- Room 204. Members learn how to get rid of the fear of public speaking, to articulate with confidence and get their message across clearly.

The public is invited to attend as guest free of charge. To RSVP, email info@greenwich.freetoasthost.org or call 914-563-2288.

History players to perform

On Feb. 1, at 10:45 a.m., at the First Presbyterian Church, 18 Layfayette Place, the Retired Men's Association (RMA) is presenting "Everybody's Watching -- The Making the Constitution" by "Quill Entertainment.," RMA member Granville Burgess' theater group of History players who teach history to schoolchildren through plays.

For more information call 203-637-2393 or 203-622-0191.

Stanwich School art show

From Feb. 1 to 24, at the Cos Cob Library, 5 Sinawoy Road, is an exhibit of art work by Stanwich School Kindergarten students that was inspired by children's author and illustrator Eric Carle.

For more information call 203.622.6883

Caregiver Support Group

Beginning Feb. 1, for four Wednesdays, from 12-1 p.m., the Jewish Family Services is offering get togethers at One Holly Hill Lane for those who care for their aging parents to share feelings, concerns and, in some cases, frustrations with this new role. $40 registration. Call Lisa-Loraine Smith, exec.dir. at 203-622-1881 for information and to register.

Library Day events for kids

On Sunday, Feb.2, from 9-5, the Cos Cob Library, 5 Sinawoy, is celebrating "Take Your Child to the Library Day with "I Spy," with clues to find fun items and pictures, with special prizes. For ages 8 and up Teens are welcome. At 10:30 there is "Music for Children" for age 7 and under, and from 2-3:30 p.m. there is "Gingerbread Man is Loose in the Library," for ages 7 and under. From 6:30-7:30 p.m., will be "Bedtime Stories with July Berg, " for children 4-7, with Groundhog's Day and Valentine's Day stories and crafts. Wear pajamas option and bring favorite stuffed animal. To register for this program as space is limited, call 203-622-6883.

Free screening of `The Conspirator'

On Feb. 3, at 8 p.m., the Greenwich Historical Society and Greenwich Library will present a screening of screenwriter James Solomon's new film, "The Conspirator," in the Greenwich Library's Cole Auditorium, 101 West Putnam Ave. Following on Feb. 7, at 7 p.m. screenwriter, James Solomon will speak about his new film, also free, in the Greenwich Library's Cole Auditorium. Seating is first come, first served. For more information, call 203-869-6899, Ext. 12, or email BBishop@greenwichhistory.org.

French nature film scheduled

On Feb. 4, from 5-7:30. Audubon Greenwich at 613 Riversville Road is presenting a French film with English subtitles, "La Cle des champs" (The key fields) about a young boy discovering nature In the French countryside. This event is sponsored by Focus On French Cinema & Alliance Française of Greenwich. $15/adult. $10/child. RSVP required to 203-869-5272, ext.239.

First Sunday Bird Walk

On Feb. 4 at Greenwich Point, from 9 to 11 a.m. ,meet at the second concession stand, and wear warm clothes and bring binoculars. No charge or RSVP required. Sponsored by Wild Wings, Bruce Museum and Audubon Greenwich. Next one is March 4. For more information, call Cynthia Ehlinger at 203-413-6756 or Meredith Sampson at 203-637-9822.

Walter Wick: Larger than Life

On Feb. 4, from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., the Bruce Museum at 1 Museum Drive is hosting "Walter Wick: Larger than Life," for children 3 years and up (with adult caregivers) to watch Walter Wick's amazing pictures projected on the big screen for an interactive observation experience. Free with museum admission. For reservations, call the museum at 203-869-0376.

Eagles on the Hudson

On Feb. 4, from 9-4 p.m., Audubon Greenwich is offering a trip to the Hudson River `EagleFest, to visit Croton Point Park on the Hudson to scan its icy waters for wintering bald eagles during this annual celebration of Bald Eagles. Highlights include warming tents along the river, eagle conservation exhibits, live eagle presentations, and eagle-watching bus tours. Bus & Show tickets tend to sell out. For more details and to buy EagleFest tickets, visit:http://www.teatown.org/eaglefest/index.htm (Snow date: Feb. 5.)

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Get Fit for a Cure' fundraiser

On Feb. 5, from 12-2 p.m., Equinox and the Junior Committee of the Breast Cancer Alliance are hosting the fundraising event, "Get Fit for a Cure," at Equinox, 16 Old Tract Rd. Events include Cycling, Yoga, and Zumba. $50 per adult, $50 minimum entry for each teen team, $15 for individual. For more information, call 203-863-0070, email info@breastcanceralliance.org or visit www.breastcanceralliance.org.

Art History of Color

On Feb. 6, at 1 p.m., at the Greenwich Antiques Society presents "Cochineal Red: The Art History of a Color," with Elena Phipps, author, independent scholar and former Senior Museum Conservator for the Metropolitan Museum of Art at the Bruce Museum, One Museum Drive. Admission for non-members of the Greenwich Antiques Society is $20. For reservations or information call (203) 869-3491 or (914) 631-9439 or visit www.greenwichantiques.org.

Broken Families, Healing Hearts

Beginning Feb. 9, for six Thursdays, from 11-2 p.m., the Jewish Family Services is offering participants an opportunity to talk about strained family relationships -- whether it is with a parent, a sibling, a grandparent, a son or a daughter. $60 registration. Call Lisa-Loraine Smith, exec.dir. at 203-622-1881 for information and to register.

Celebrity photo exhibit

On Feb. 9, from 6-8 p.m. is the opening of the Samuel Owen Gallery exhibit "Black & White Carpet," a photographic exhibition by international photographer Stephane Kossmann, of candid black-and-white photography taken on the Red Carpet of the Cannes Film Festival, including Leonardo di Caprio, George Clooney, Madonna, Michael Douglas, Sean Penn, etc. For information, call 203-422-6500, 203-325-1924 or info@samuelowen.com.

100 years of Greenwich art

On Feb. 11, the Bruce Museum at 1 Museum Drive will open its new exhibition: "Coming Full Circle: The Greenwich Art Society Celebrates 100 at the Bruce Museum," featuring each decade of the Greenwich Art Society's history through 43 paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture by past and present member artists and/or teachers, with many works from the Bruce Museum's collection. Show runs to April 10. For information, call 203-869-0376, or visit www.brucemuseum.org.

Youth basketball clinic slated

From Feb.13-17 from 9-12 noon, the Dept. of Parks and Recreation is offering children in first - 4th grades a basketball clinic during the School break winter at the Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center. Space is limited. Cost for the 5-day program is $225. For more information call 203-532-1259, or visit www.greenwichct.org.

Audubon winter adventures

On Feb.14-15 and 21-22, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 9:30-3:30 p.m. Audubon Greenwich is offering fun-filled days for grades K-5 with hikes, games, crafts and outdoor exploration! Pack a snack and a lunch, and be prepared to be outside in all kinds of wintry weather conditions.$65/day for members; $75/day for non-members. Limited space. For more information, call 203.869.5272, or email glombardi@audubon.org.

"Master Bird Conservationist"

Audubon Connecticut is sponsoring a first time free four day workshop -"Master Bird Conservationist" at the Bridgeport City Hall Annex on Feb. 22, March, 7 and 21, concluding with field trips to Important Bird Areas on April 4. Participants to be trained by Ken Elkins and Ted Gilman as conservation leaders within their communities, in the identification and conservation of bird species. Conservation strategies/programs to be shared by various professionals. To download an application packet visit http://audubonct.org/docs/MasterBirdConservationistProgramApplication.do. For information call 203-264-5098, or email cfolsom-okeefe@audubon.org.

Major March flower show

On March 2, from 10-7 p.m. and on March 3, from 10-4 p.m., the Green Fingers Garden Club will exhibit "The Nature of the Game," their annual flower show of plants and flower arrangements, garden photography, and plant boutique in the Christ Church Parish Hall, 254 East Putnam. For more information visit www.greenfingersgardenclub.org.

Community Service Award candidates

The Junior League of Greenwich (JLG) seeks applicants for its Community Service Award. Deadline is March 16 for those local female high school seniors who exemplify the mission of the JLG, whose volunteer activities show a significant and sustained commitment to community service and leadership. Awards up to $2,500. Applications available at www.jlgreenwich.org or by calling 203-869-1979.

Greenwich Town Party 2012

May 26 has been chosen for the 2012 Memorial Day weekend all-day event to be held at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park. To volunteer or for updates about the Town Party, visit www.GreenwichTownParty.com. Tickets are scheduled to go on sale sometime in March. For more information, email Updates@GreenwichTownParty.com.

KIC IT Triathlon

Kids in Crisis is holding its fifth Stamford KIC IT Triathlon weekend for kids 7-13, commencing on July 1 in Columbus Park to benefit abused and neglected children. Featuring two age groups racing on distinct courses at Cove Beach. Race is about participation, not competition. For more information visit www.kidsincrisis.org or call Sarah Duffy-Edwards, 203-622-6556 (914-325-0329 cell) or Madeleine Marecki at 203-622-6556 (203-253-5240 cell).