The final Jazz on the Sound Concert series for this summer will be on Sunday, August 14, 2011.  The rain date will be on Sunday, August 21^st.  The concert will feature a Dixieland Jazz band which will play on the 4:00pm Island Beach ferry, continue on Island Beach and play again on the return trip on the 5:30pm ferry.

Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy some Dixieland Jazz at Island Beach.  This is your last chance of the summer to attend this wonderful event. For more information, call the Recreation Office at 203-618-7649, or visit www.greenwichct.org.

For rain postponement information call the Parks and Recreation weather line at 203-618-7650.

Water, Wings and Wheels at the Delamar
Greenwich Harbor

Fifth Annual Greenwich Harbor Yacht Showcase,
October 1-3, 2010

Boutique Yachts, Luxury Cars, Private Aircraft Displays and More

The Fifth Annual Greenwich Harbor Yacht Showcase, one of the most prestigious boutique yacht shows in the northeast, will dock at the Delamar Greenwich Harbor, October 1, 2 and 3.  This year’s event promises to be the most impressive yet, with a unique collection of both power and sail yachts, plus a wide variety of land exhibitors, from luxury automobiles to private aircraft displays.

Visitors can catch the first look at the extraordinary yachts at a kick-off preview party to benefit the 12 metre Yacht Development Foundation, Friday, October 1, from 6 to 8 p.m., featuring entertainment, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. The showcase continues Saturday, October 2, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, October 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Advance tickets are recommended. A one-day VIP pass for Saturday or Sunday plus admission to the preview party is $65 per person. A two-day VIP pass for both Saturday and Sunday plus admission to the preview party is $75 per person.  Or general admission tickets are available for $15 per person for Saturday or Sunday.  There is no charge for children 12 and under.  Enticing cuisine from l’escale will be available for purchase on Saturday and Sunday, along with an international beer garden. For tickets, visit www.thedelamar.com or call 203-531-3047.

“This year’s showcase will be our best yet and should provide an incredible experience,” said Stephanie Summerall, Director of Sales and Marketing for the Delamar Greenwich Harbor.  “In addition to spectacular yachts, visitors will also enjoy our many land exhibits offering an eclectic mix of luxury products and services.”

Showcase participants include The Sunseeker Club, Inc., Friendship Yacht Company of Rhode Island, Luxury Yacht Partners of New York, Heritage Yacht Charters, Morris Yachts, J. Catalano & Sons of Greenwich and more. Featured yachts include two 12 metre America’s Cup yachts which are under the care of the 12 metre Yacht Development Foundation, established to restore and preserve these historic vessels and their racing heritage. The Sunseeker Club is bringing a 2011 60 Predator, which is making its Northeast debut, and a 2011 64 Predator. Friendship Yacht Company will feature the FRIENDSHIP 40, a luxury daysailer which uses push-button sailing, all handled by one person. A 52-foot Sea Ray from Luxury Yacht Partners of New York and two Grady-Whites from J. Catalano & Sons are only some of the other extraordinary yachts on view.

There will also be opportunities to board the 12 metre yachts for an excursion on the breathtaking Long Island Sound. These special one to two-hour sails will be based on demand and require a minimum of six passengers. Donation prices are $150 per person or $1,000 for 10 passengers. For reservations, call 203-656-1182. Or visitors can take a one-hour champagne cruise on the Barton & Gray Mariners Club Hinckley Picnic Boat,  a fiberglass, downeast-style lobster boat powered by a jet drive with a deck, railing and cabinetry crafted with handmade mahogany and teak wood.  There will be six champagne cruises; three on Saturday and three on Sunday for up to six people, perfect for corporate entertaining or a friends or family get-together. The price for the one-hour cruise is $500. It includes two bottles of champagne, hors d’oeuvres from Whole Foods and a gift from Heidi & Arthur Chocolatiers for each passenger.  For tickets, visit www.thedelamar.com

Visitors will also be able to view five of the newest automobiles from Mercedes-Benz of Greenwich, including, if available, the SL550 Night Edition, one of only 100 in the country.  In addition, Bombardier’s Flexjet will show how private air travel can become a reality through its fractional ownership and card programs. Other exhibits include Beth Madison Photography, Betterliving Sunrooms, Equinox of Greenwich, My World of Magnets, Pepsi, artist Peter Arguimbau, Stamford Healthcare Associates, Stamford Sports & Spine and more.  Sponsoring the Greenwich Harbor Yacht Showcase are the Delamar, Derecktor, which recently debuted Cakewalk, the largest yacht ever built in the United States,  l’escale restaurant bar, Impression Point, Inc., People’s United Bank and Vinylume, Inc.  Media sponsors include Moffly Media, AM1490/WGCH and 103.9/WFAS.

With its picturesque setting, the Delamar Greenwich Harbor, which was named “one of the best new hotels in the world” by Condé Nast Traveler, provides a blend of European elegance and refinement and prides itself on personal services. The Greenwich Harbor Yacht Showcase is produced by TMK Sports & Entertainment LLC, an event-marketing company. For further information, call 203-531-3047 or visit www.thedelamar.com

Island Beach Ferry
Sunday, September 5, 2010
2:00-4:00pm

This will be the last cruise to nowhere until next season.  Tickets are sold at the Arch Street dock starting at 10:00am on Sunday.  Limited availability (40 tickets).  No more than 4 tickets per person will be sold.

A relaxing 2 hour tour of local waters – bring refreshments

Open to the public – $8.00 per person

Island Beach - Greenwich, Connecticut

Island Beach
Saturday, August 14th, 2010
Sponsored by the Town of Greenwich
and the Greenwich Swim Committee

Two Mile Swim

Awards to top 3 in each five year age group and to top 3 overall. Participants limited to one award.  Awards and refreshments following the event on Island Beach. Swimmers wearing wet suits will be INELIGIBLE for awards.

Preregistered swimmers should report to Greenwich harbor at 6:45 am for registration and boarding of Island Beach Ferry.  Boat leaves promptly at 7:30 am, swim begins at 8:30. Spectators may accompany swimmers. Race will be out and back from Island Beach.

Results will be posted on the internet at www.gscevents.org .  For more information visit www.gscevents.org .

Island Beach Ferry
Saturday, July 24, 2010
3:00-5:00pm

Cruise to Nowhere

A relaxing 2 hour tour of local waters.  Bring refreshments

Open to the public   Fee: $8

Eco-cruise
Long Island Sound
Saturday, August 1, 2009
1:30pm

Learn about Long Island sound and its aquatic life aboard the Island II Ferry on a cruise of the Sound. Boarding begins at 1:30pm, the ferry departs at 2:00pm and returns at 4:00pm, Meet at the Arch Street Dock to board Islander II. Pre-registration is required and payment is due at the dock ($8.00 per person – free for children under 5) Call the Conservation Department at 622-6461 for more information and to register.

 
Sound Waters Ecology Sail
October 4, 2008
2pm
Great for Families!
Help hoist the sails, raise the trawl net and discover what inhabits the underwater wonderland of the Sound. Suitable for Adults and Children ages 5 and up. Be at the dock 15 minutes prior to the posted sail time. You can bring a snack and bottle of water.  Soft-soled shoes or a sandal with a back, a hat, sunscreen and a jacket are recommended.
Tickets: $25 per person
Reservations: All reservations must be pre-paid to guarantee a place on the ship. Reservations can be made at: SoundWaters.org
or call 203-406-3335
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Airlift Benefit
Saturday, October 4th
6:00 p.m
Jet Systems/Avitat Westchester
Westchester County Airport
85 Tower Road, Hangar E
White Plains, NY 10604
914-428-3730

Experience the “Power of Reflection” an inspirational evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing on Saturday Oct. 4th. An airplane hangar will be transformed into a sparkling ballroom with a dazzling array of lights that’s as stunning as it is thought-provoking, celebrating the AmeriCares mission.  Halfway through the evening, 65 guests will embark on an airlift to El Salvador to experience firsthand AmeriCares passion to help and ability to deliver to people in need.please contact Katherine Bequary at aab@americares.org or 1-800-486-HELP (4357).
or Americares.org

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Jazz For The Sound
Sunday, October 5th
3:00pm
Bring your dinner, favorite beverage, and friends for a unique musical experience in the Boat Shed at Brewer Yacht Haven Marina in Stamford.
Exciting Line-Up Includes:
Brooklyn’s Devoe Street Baptist Church choir, with Jody Sandhaus, and the Pete Malinverni Trio
Bebop, ballads, standards, and humor:
Nicole Pasternak
The Tod Hedrick Group
Joan Crowe
Doo-Wop:
The Royal Kings with Cookie Thomas
For more information or to RSVP
203-406-3335
http://www.soundwaters.org

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Drawing by Cherry Orchard Studio

First Sunday Bird Walk
Sunday, October 5th
9:00 AM to 11:00
Bring binoculars and meet at southern concession stand at Greenwich Point. Held in collaboration with Wild Wings, Audubon Greenwich, and Bruce Museum. Free.
Beach card required for Park access.
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Distinguished Lecture Series
Presents
DAVID MCCULLOUGH
“WE ARE WHAT WE READ”
Sunday, October 5th
4:00 p.m. (Doors will open at 3:15 p.m.)
Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner David McCullough, author of 1776 and John Adams, will speak as part of the Distinguished Lecture Series. McCullough will discuss the idea that “We are What we Read.” Two free tickets per person may be picked up outside the Cole Auditorium starting at 2:00 pm. Doors open at 3:15 pm, lecture begins at 4:00 pm.
Greenwich Library Cole Auditorium
For more information, contact Sharlene Cameron,
Director of Development at (203) 622-7957 or scameron@greenwichlibrary.org

If you make it to the Oyster Festival (see post below) and have more time, continue up the seashore and take a guided tour of historic Black Rock Harbor aboard the 40’ Navy launch, “Chief”. From the deck of “Chief”, view the beautifully restored Black Rock Lighthouse (built in 1823) and Penfield Lighthouse, said to be haunted by the ghost of a former keeper! Passengers can also enjoy scenic views of the local yacht club, the old Fayerweather Lighthouse and other historic sites. Tours are given weekends from May through September. Weekday groups and school tours are available. Please call the Seaport Office at 203.335.1433 for more information before heading out.

If your travels take you even further up the seashore, off the coast of Branford are 26 inhabited islands – The Thimble Islands, first discovered by Captain Adrian Block in 1614. You can take a 45 minute narrated sightseeing tour of these wonderful islands on the Sea Mist, a 44-foot Carman boat of Chesapeake design. Visit www.thimbleislandcruise.com or call 203.488.8905 for details.