Greenwich Arts Council
299 Greenwich Avenue
December 15 and 16, 2011
4 – 7pm

A special jewelry sale featuring the work of prominent area artists with one of a kind pieces echoing the exhibition themes. This annual event is eagerly anticipated and not to be missed!

Gallery Hours: Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm; Sat-Sun, noon-4pm. Admission is free – For more information call 203.862.6750

Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses has opened a Christmas Shop for the first time this holiday season.

In addition to the usual holiday offerings from Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses located in Greenwich, CT. They are now offering a brand new Christmas Shop featuring ornaments, tree skirts, stockings, nutcrackers, lights, lighting accessories, tree toppers and more! In addition to the new Christmas Shop, Sam Bridge carries the best Fraser Fir Christmas trees which are individually displayed under cover for ease of shopping and comfort on cold and wet days. They also grow their own poinsettias on-site! They have everything you need for one stop holiday shopping – wreaths, roping, Christmas trees, centerpieces, outdoor evergreens and more!

Open year round Monday-Saturday 8:30am –5:00pm. Closed on Sundays.

Bruce Museum
One Museum Drive
Greenwich, CT
October 8 and 9, 2011
10am-5pm

The popular Bruce Museum Outdoor Arts Festival, which takes place on the grounds of the Museum, is a juried event featuring more than 85 artists from 20 different states across the country. Paintings, drawings, original prints, mixed media pieces, sculpture and photography are all available for purchase directly from the artists.

From 12 noon to 4 pm both days there will be live music by the band Ubuntu, a rootsy rock ensemble, as well as classical solo guitarists Ed Wright and Annalisa Ewald. A children’s drawing contest and family art activities are offered free inside the Museum, and a variety of food choices will be available outside. At 2 pm both days, pastel artist Carol Boucher will give a pastel drawing demonstartion and will invite audience participation. Her booth is set up right in front of the Museum entrance.

Antiques & Collectibles Flea Market
by the Greenwich Knights of Columbus
Island Beach parking lot
Exit 3 on I-95
October 2, 2011
9am to 4pm

ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES

• LOTS OF JEWELRY
• VINTAGE HANDBAGS
• SILVER
• PRETTY GLASS
• OLD POTTERY
• MANY UNUSUAL AND ATTRACTIVE ITEMS
• FURNITURE

THERE WILL BE 100 OR MORE ANTIQUE DEALERS AND FLEA MARKET SELLERS WITH
WONDERFUL OLD STUFF

NEW STUFF TOO AND ALL KINDS OF INTERESTING THINGS

FOOD WILL BE AVAILABLE

THIS FLEA MARKET HAPPENS ONLY TWICE A YEAR AND IS SPONSORED BY THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

ADMISSION IS FREE

RAIN OR SHINE

Pierre Deux
40 E Elm Street
Greenwich, CT

French furnishings and accessories company Pierre Deux (founded by two men both named Pierre – hence Pierre Deux) and recently owned by the Cointreau family closed all 23 of its stores nationwide last week after filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection. The brand has long been the go-to purveyor of French country style in the States. The company’s first shop was first opened by founders Pierre Le Vec and Pierre Moulin in Greenwich Village in 1967, selling imported French antiques and signature curtains, pillows, and fabrics.

Pierre Deux is currently running a liquidation sale at its store on East Elm in Greenwich.   The beautiful and colorful French country fabrics are 50% and 60% off and other items are significantly discounted.  On a recent visit the liquidators were unable to tell us how long the sale would be going on but did say that they would be there until the last item was sold.

British retailer Jack Wills has opened in Greenwich. With stores in New Haven and Westport, Greenwich is the third store to open in Connecticut at 252 Greenwich Avenue. The store will feature men’s and women’s apparel and accessories, homewares and beauty and grooming items.

The 2011 Greenwich Sidewalk Sale Days, presented by the Greenwich Chamber of Commerce, will take place July 21-24 on Greenwich Avenue and the nearby streets in downtown Greenwich

Greenwich Chamber of Commerce
Presents the 2011 Greenwich Sidewalk Sale Days
Greenwich Avenue area
July 21 – 24

The Greenwich Chamber of Commerce will present the highly anticipated shopping experience of the year, the 2011 Greenwich Sidewalk Sale Days, on Thursday, July 21, Friday, July 22 and Saturday, July 23 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, July 24 from noon to 5 p.m.  At this popular annual event, shoppers flock to Greenwich Avenue and the nearby streets in downtown Greenwich, Connecticut, an area known for its fine stores and boutiques, to find savings and values on clothing, jewelry, shoes, gifts and more from participating retailers and businesses.

This year’s Greenwich Sidewalk Sales Days will also include a line-up of live music and entertainment on Saturday and Sunday. Ballroom dancing by Arthur Murray Dance Studio and live music by R. J. Bracchitta and Sea Rhapsody will entertain shoppers and their families, while Party by Lisa will offer face painting for children. Face Painter Funela will also be on hand and photographer Monika Satur will capture with fun with photos. Also on tap is tasty fare from participating restaurants.   Visit www.Greenwichchamber.com for schedule and details.

“We hope everyone will come to downtown Greenwich during these four special days and support local businesses,” said­­­­­­ Jeff Weber, Chairman of the Board of the Greenwich Chamber of Commerce.  “It’s a perfect time to shop for great deals and enjoy summer festivities.”

Additional sponsors of the 2011 Greenwich Sidewalk Sales Days are Amanda Smith Caterers, Nantucket Chicks, Nino Bossi Handbags, Shaklee – Debbie Miron, authorized distributor, Venture Photography and Vinylume, Inc.  Media sponsors include The Advocate/Greenwich Time, AM1490 WGCH, Brooks Community Newspapers, Serendipity and The Daily Greenwich.

Established in 1917, the Greenwich Chamber of Commerce, a non-profit business organization, has been instrumental in fostering the success of the town’s nearly 4,000 businesses. The Chamber is an advocate for the interests of the business community, as well as for maintaining the town’s quality of life and its residential integrity. Its informative and educational programs and networking opportunities are open to all businesses and residents.

For further information on the 2011 Greenwich Sidewalk Sale Days, call TMK Sports & Entertainment at 203-531-3047 or the Greenwich Chamber of Commerce at 203-869-3500 or visit www.Greenwichchamber.com

Betteridge
117 Greenwich Avenue
Greenwich, Connecticut

The Perfect Wedding
A Betteridge Jewelry Retrospective

Thursday, February 3, 2011
6 pm – 8 pm

This in-store event, held in conjunction with the Historical Society’s current exhibition, From This Day Forward: Looking Back at Greenwich Weddings, will showcase vintage wedding jewelry from Betteridge’s estate collection, as well as examples of more contemporary trends in engagement and wedding rings. Humorous and educational presentations will be made by Terry Betteridge (of “Story Barn’” fame), Simon Teakle and Warren Lagerloef. All three are seasoned experts, not only in the fine art of wedding jewelry, but also in the science of long and successful marriages. Wedding photographs and documents from the Historical Society’s Archives will also be displayed.

Lovers of history, those with an eye for fine craftsmanship and couples of all ages who are ready to take the plunge will enjoy this unique opportunity to learn about jewelry designed to be worn for a lifetime. Guests will receive a copy of Betteridge’s new “Handcrafted Engagement Rings” guide.

Admission is free but reservations required due to limited space.

To reserve call 203-869-6899, Ext. 10 or email assistant@greenwichhistory.org with your name and contact info.