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Teaneck Sisterhood Offers Sewing Camp For Teens Teaneck Sisterhood Offers Sewing Camp For Teens
Teaneck Sisterhood Offers Sewing Camp For Teens TEANECK, N.J. -- The Young Israel Sisterhood of Teaneck is offering a winter break sewing camp for teens with Belle Mell from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. from Jan. 25- 28. Students will make two wearable garments that form the foundation of an entire wardrobe using stretch knit fabrics. The hands-on classes are small, personal and a lot of fun. Fitting, cutting, tracing and garment construction will be taught using modern time-saving methods that produce professional results. Sewing machines, lunch and a basic take-home sewing kit will be provided. For more information or to register, please co…
Wilton Library Welcomes 'Happiness Project' Author Gretchen Rubin Wilton Library Welcomes 'Happiness Project' Author Gretchen Rubin
Wilton Library Welcomes 'Happiness Project' Author Gretchen Rubin WILTON, Conn. -- The Wilton Library will host New York Times-bestselling author Gretchen Rubin at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, for her paperback launch of "Better Than Before" in an effort to help get everyone back on track for the new year.Rubin's book, "Better Than Before: What I Learned About Making and Breaking Habits - to Sleep More, Quit Sugar, Procrastinate Less, and Generally Build a Happier Life" hits just about all the hot buttons for a better new year. The Internet sensation and master blogger's books have sold more than two million copies worldwide, in more than …
Three Theatre Workshops For Children, Teens Offered In Brewster Three Theatre Workshops For Children, Teens Offered In Brewster
Three Theatre Workshops For Children, Teens Offered In Brewster BREWSTER, N.Y. -- Spotlight Arts in Brewster recently announced three different theater workshops for children and teens. The workshops teach theatrical craft while providing performance opportunities in a fun and positive learning environment. Each workshop caters to a different age group and all provide students an opportunity to develop their theatrical talents as well as social, emotional and academic skills. The spring musical theater junior workshop, Alice In Wonderland Jr., is designed for students ages 6 through 12. This 12-week program meets once a week on Fridays from 4 - 6:30 p.m…
Sacred Heart Greenwich To Celebrate MLK's Legacy Sacred Heart Greenwich To Celebrate MLK's Legacy
Sacred Heart Greenwich To Celebrate MLK's Legacy GREENWICH, Conn. -- Sacred Heart Greenwich will welcome Barbara Dawson, RSCJ, the Society of the Sacred Heart’s Provincial of the U.S.-Canada Province, to its annual prayer service Friday celebrating the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.Dawson will be the guest speaker, and she will talk about how the goals and criteria of a Sacred Heart education call us to live the principles of peace, non-violence and social justice. The ever-popular Gospel Knights and the Vision Steppers will be returning to participate in the event. The prayer service begins at 9:20 a.m. in the DuBois Gymn…
African Storytelling, Crafts Planned For Fairfield Museum African Storytelling, Crafts Planned For Fairfield Museum
African Storytelling, Crafts Planned For Fairfield Museum FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- The Fairfield Museum and History Center is presenting Handcrafted African-American History on Monday, Jan. 18. The free educational event is for families and children ages five and up. Storytelling with Lot Therrio starts at 11 a.m. Listen to fascinating folktales told by master storyteller Lot Therrio.  From noon - 2 p.m., view images of African-American folk arts and quilts in the Education Classroom and create collages and handicrafts by these traditions. For further information about the event, call the museum at (203)-259-1598. Visit the website at http://www.fai…
Deadline Approaching For Pre-Primary Party Affiliation Changes In Westport Deadline Approaching For Pre-Primary Party Affiliation Changes In Westport
Deadline Approaching For Pre-Primary Party Affiliation Changes In Westport WESTPORT, Conn. -- The Westport registrars of voters are reminding residents Wednesday that the deadlines for changing party preference for the Presidential Primary are approaching. Tuesday, Jan. 26, is the last day for voters registered in a party to change to another party. In Connecticut, if you registered as “Independent,” you are registered with the Independent Party, which is a Connecticut minor party, and the above deadline applies as it does to all major and minor parties. You may confirm your party registration on the secretary of the state’s website at www.sots.ct.gov. Follow the …
Closter Board Of Education Seeking To Fill Open Position Closter Board Of Education Seeking To Fill Open Position
Closter Board Of Education Seeking To Fill Open Position CLOSTER, N.J. -- The Closter Board of Education is seeking applicants to fill a seat on the board that became vacant effective Jan. 7. The successful applicant will serve as a board member from the date of appointment for a term of approximately 11 months, ending immediately before the organization meeting the first week of January 2017. Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy should forward a letter of interest and their resume or qualifications to Peter Iappelli, board secretary, 340 Homans Ave., Closter, NJ 07624, or via e-mail at [email protected]. Applicants must submit …
Darien Depot Holds Free Parents Seminar To Support Kids In School Darien Depot Holds Free Parents Seminar To Support Kids In School
Darien Depot Holds Free Parents Seminar To Support Kids In School DARIEN, Conn. --The Depot Youth Center in Darien will hold a free seminar for parents on Tuesday, Jan. 19 where they will learn how they can support their child at home through strategic study skills that will last a lifetime.“We are excited to make this free presentation available to area parents,” said Pam Ha-Stevenson, board member of the Depot. “It is clear that when parents support their students, everyone benefits.” Parents will learn about the S4 Study Skills System at the seminar. Topics covered will include: Key study principles Goal setting Time management Note-taking Activ…
Kevin Ryan Joins The Spire School In Stamford As Education Director Kevin Ryan Joins The Spire School In Stamford As Education Director
Kevin Ryan Joins The Spire School In Stamford As Education Director STAMFORD, Conn. -- Kevin Ryan has joined the Spire School in Stamford as education director, the Greenwich Education Group announced. For more than 25 years, Ryan has worked diligently to create opportunities for students to learn and thrive in environments where they are challenged and held to high expectations while receiving the essential support to achieve at the highest levels. Ryan joins the Spire School after two years at the Westport Day School, where he served as director of curriculum and instruction. “Spire is so fortunate to have Kevin as a part of our team," said Tammy M…
Westport Library Screens 'Leave No Soldier,' A Film On Veterans Westport Library Screens 'Leave No Soldier,' A Film On Veterans
Westport Library Screens 'Leave No Soldier,' A Film On Veterans WESTPORT, Conn. -- The Westport Library will screen the documentary film "Leave No Soldier" in its McManus Room on Sunday. "Leave No Soldier" addresses the struggles of veterans with combat losses, PTSD, reintegration to civilian life and an overwhelmed Veterans Administration.  The program will begin at 2 p.m. The film follows two communities of American war veterans, who, despite their differing politics, remember their pledge to "leave no fallen soldier behind." They carry this oath from the battlefield to the home front as they advocate for their comrades a…
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