Bendheim Western Civic Center
449 Pemberwick Road
December 27, 2011
1:30 – 3:30 P.M.
Cost  $5

Roller Skating Party sponsored by the town of Greenwich.

For children in Grade K – Grade 6. A parent or guardian must accompany children during the session. A fun-filled session of games, contests, and skating for everyone. Please sign up in advance. Tickets are limited.
For more information, call (203) 532-1259 or visit www.greenwichct.org

McArdle’s Florist & Garden Center
48 Arch Street
Greenwich, CT
November 25 – December 24, 2011

Santa and his LIVE reindeer are coming back to town. Prancer, Comet, Donner and Blitzen will be returning to downtown Greenwich to McArdle’s Florist & Garden Center, 48 Arch Street, for the Third Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival and Santa’s Workshop, November 25 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2011.

On Friday, November 25 at 2p.m., Santa and one of his four reindeer will ride down Greenwich Avenue, starting at First Presbyterian Church, accompanied by police, firemen and public officials, to McArdle’s, where the reindeer will reside for one month.  At 2:30 pm there will be a “We’re Back Party” for Santa and his live reindeer at McArdle’s.  Holiday refreshments will be served and everyone is invited. Families, children, corporate groups and pets can have their photo taken with Santa at his workshop.  Photo packages begin at $29.99 and include a gift bag and the Shopper On The Go mobile application. This application lists these special promotions for participating downtown Greenwich stores. Greenwich Reindeer Festival merchandise, including plush reindeer, which will be for sale at McArdle’s.

“This event really brings the holiday magic to life and we are thrilled to be the host again this year,” said James McArdle, Jr. of McArdle’s Florist & Garden Center, where a winter wonderland of trees and seasonal decor provide an inviting setting for the reindeer and Santa’s Workshop.    Hours for the Greenwich Reindeer Festival and Santa’s Workshop are Monday through Friday, noon to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reindeer feeding times will take place daily at 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Additional sponsors include Pepsi, Reindeer Stable Sponsor; People’s United Bank, Santa’s Workshop Sponsor; and both M. H. Heaven Real Estate LLC and Nationwide Insurance, Reindeer Sponsors.  The Premier Media Sponsor is Greenwich Magazine and other Media Sponsors include The Advocate/Greenwich Time, Brooks Community Newspapers, Fairfield Parent and AM1490 WGCH. Event partners include Shopper on the Go, Greenwich Chamber of Commerce, Eagle Fence & Guar drail, Interstate Lumber, John Tkac and Mike Glinski Builders and the Town of Greenwich Department of Parking Services.  Creative design by Creative Insight.

For more information about the 2011 Greenwich Reindeer Festival and Santa’s Workshop visit www.Greenwichreindeerfestival.com .  The event is created and produced by TMK Sports & Entertainment, a Greenwich-based event marketing company.

Binney Park
Old Greenwich
Sunday, October 2, 2011
1:00pm measuring in
1:50pm Skippers meeting
2:00pm First races

Fee: $5 per family, unlimited entries
Divisions range from homemade to motorboats. Register at park on day of event. Volunteers welcome! Contact the OGRCC at 203-637-3659 for additional information.

Summer is upon us and schools are closed for the season.  What to do with the young and restless?  Here are a few ideas of close by fun things you can do in one day or afternoon.  Enjoy!

Ambler Farm 257 Hurlbutt Street Wilton 203.834.1143 www.amblerfarm.com	200 year old working farm with active learning programs for kids.
Audubon Greenwich 613 Riversville Road Greenwich 203.869.5272 www.greenwichaudubon.org	295-acre sanctuary with seven miles of trails featuring a Children's Learning Center
Connecticut Beardsley Zoo 1875 Noble Avenue Bridgeport 203.394.6565 www.beardsleyzoo.org	A zoo with more than 300 animals including endangered and threatened species.
The Discovery Museum & Planetarium 4450 Park Avenue Bridgeport 203.372.3521 www.discoverymuseum.org	A hands-on interactive museum and planetarium for all ages and the entire family to enjoy. Over 65 exhibits.
Earthplace - The Nature Discovery Center 10 Woodside Lane Westport 203.227.7253 www.earthplace.org	A wild life sanctuary featuring nature trails, interactive history museum, picnic area, playground and many programs and events to choose from.
Farmington River Tubing 92 Main Street New Hartford 860.693.6465 www.farmingtonrivertubing.com	River tubing down the Farmington River. Call or check out website for hours of operation.
Lake Compounce Family Theme Park 822 Lake Avenue Bristol 860.583.3300 www.lakecompounce.com	New England's Family Theme Park. The oldest, continuously-operating amusement park in North America, having its genesis more than 165 years ago in 1846.
Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk 10 N. Water Street Norwalk 203.852.0700 www.maritimeaquarium.org	View sharks and other sea life in this nationally recognized aquarium. Don't miss the IMAX theatre.
Mystic Seaport 75 Greenmanville Avenue Mystic 860.572.5302 www.mysticseaport.org	Museum that depicts life in coastal New England in the 1800s. Includes ship visitation and tours.
Quassy Amusement Park 2132 Middlebury Road Middlebury 800.FOR.PARK www.quassy.com	Ride steam boats and more at this fun amusement park. Also features a water park.
Sheffield Island Lighthouse Washington and N. Water Streets South Norwalk 203.838.9444 www.seaport.org	Cruise througout the Norwalk harbor as well as a lighthouse tour.
Sports Center of Connecticut 784 River Road Shelton 203.929.6500 www.sportscenterct.com	Featuring a weather-protected Golf Driving Range, 18-hole Hole Mini-Golf course, jungle-themed Lazer Tag arena, Fun Bowl Bowling, Game Zone arcade, Baseball & Softball Batting Cages, the world’s only double-decker ice-skating arena and a whole lot more!
Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofield Road Stamford 203.322.1646 stamfordmuseum.org	A sanctuary where children and families can learn about the natural world, the agricultural sciences, astronomy, art, and history.
Stepping Stones Museum for Children Mathews Park 303 West Ave Norwalk 203.899.0606 www.steppingstonesmuseum.org	An interactive learnig experience with a variety of programs for children ages 10 and under.

The Department of Parks and Recreation announces that there are still a few openings in its 9 &10 yr old Summer Baseball Program. Anyone who has turned 9 on or before April 30, 2011 and not already be 11 by that same date can participate. Games are on Monday and Wednesday nights.  Rainouts are played on Friday evenings.

Applications are available at the Parks and Recreation office located on the 2nd floor of Town Hall.  Players will be placed immediately.   For more information please contact 203 618-7649.

Greenwich Library
at Bruce Park Playground
Wednesday July 6, 2011
10:30 am

Drop-in Story Time in Bruce Park playground across from the Bruce Museum. Meet in the Gazebo. In case of inclement weather, story time will be held in Greenwich Library Children’s Room (decision made by 9:30am).
Families welcome. For information, call the Children’s Room 203-622-7940.

The new 2011 Summer Guide published by Community Answers is just out and in time for parents to make their choices and decisions for the summer. Click here for your copy. The guides will be available at local libraries, newcomers clubs, YMCA, YWCA, Boys & Girls Club, Town Hall, schools and businesses. It is also available online through the Community Answers website www.communityanswers.org. In addition to local camps and programs the Summer Guide will be a source of information to create a great summer for children in Greenwich!

Old Greenwich-Riverside Civic Center
90 Harding Road
March 12, 2011
8:00 am – 1:00 pm
$6 in advance $7 at door
$1 discount for kids 6-11

Old Greenwich Lion’s Club is holding their 51st Annual Pancake Fry on Saturday, March 12, 2011. There will be fun for the whole family! Featuring door prizes,  a delicious bake sale and entertainment for all.  FREE admission for kids 5 & under. For tickets in advance call (203) 918-8666 or go to the Perrot Library in Old Greenwich.