01/23/11 Win Helps Greenwich Cardinals Advance in FCIAC Standings and more from Greenwich Patch

Today 49° 41° Tomorrow 51° 28° January 23, 2012 Your News January 23, 2012 Win Helps Greenwich Cardinals Advance in FCIAC Standings Bob Birge | Jan 23, 2012 | 0 Comments Your interactive daily digest for all Greenwich scores, schedules and standings and a place to add information and images for all youth sports. Driver Cited in East Putnam Accident | Jan 22, 2012 | 0 Comments Two motorists reportedly injured in three-car accident 45 Open Houses in Greenwich Today Mark Pruner | Jan 22, 2012 | 0 Comments 3 rentals ranging from $3,300 to $4,800; 20 houses under $1M and 21 houses over $1M. Greenwich Athletic Association 'Defunct' as Far as Town is Concerned Greenwich Time | Jan 22, 2012 | 0 Comments Greenwich Athletic Association 'Defunct' as Far as Town is Concerned Local Voices January 23, 2012 The Night Sky: The Constellation Taurus Rick Bria Taurus is high in the South after dark. Fitness: Children and Physical Activity Jeremy Boland With childhood obesity becoming an epidemic what can parents do to keep their children physical active? Community Bulletin January 23, 2012 Accomplishments Brunswick Senior Edward Chaplin Awarded 2012 YWCA-Greenwich Racial Justice Scholarship Courtney Kennedy | Jan 20, 2012 Brunswick School senior Edward Chaplin was honored with the 2012 YWCA of Greenwich Racial Justice Scholarship at the annual event in… Local Connections Eastern Middle School Presents The Wizard of Oz Jeff Weber | Jan 21, 2012 EASTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL PRESENTS THE WIZARD OF OZ The Eastern Middle School 8th Grade Show Chorus will perform the …

01/23/12 Storms Worsened Sound's Sewage Problems And More News From The Daily Greenwich

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Storms Worsened Sound's Sewage Problems
by Greg Canuel | 01/23/12
	FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. – Shortly after Hurricane Irene rolled through Connecticut, people near Fairfield's beaches were warned not ... READ MORE

Sports Conference Plans 50th Anniversary Dinner
by Tom Renner | 01/23/12
	FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — The 50th anniversary celebration of the Fairfield County Interscholastic Athletic Conference dinner-dance ... READ MORE

Check Out Greenwich's Town Meetings
by Anna Helhoski | 01/23/12
	GREENWICH, Conn. – Here is a list of town meetings scheduled in Greenwich this week: Monday, Jan. 23 • ...

01/23/12 The Raw Greenwich News Feed

News Reports About Greenwich, CT

Greenwich's Evans: Nothing freak about this snowstorm Greenwich Time Photo: James D. Shay / CT Mary Cohee of Greenwich uses an umbrella to shield herself as she crosses Benedict Place in Greenwich during a snowstorm, Saturday morning, Jan. 21, 2012.

World-champion figure skater Ando glides into Greenwich Greenwich Time World Champion figure skater Miki Ando, left, of Japan, signs the skate of Lexi Levene, 6, of New Canaan, during a visit by Ando to the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich, Saturday afternoon, Jan. 21, 2012.

45 Open Houses in Greenwich Today Patch.com By Mark Pruner This week there are 45 open houses in Greenwich. We have 3 rentals ranging from $3300 to $4800 per month. Two of the rentals are in downtown Greenwich and one is in Riverside. Single-family homes for sale range from a downtown condo for ...

The Dish: 'Reality Bites' actress checks out Greenwich's Threads Greenwich Time Actress Afton Smith, best known for her roles in "Fried Green Tomatoes" and "Reality Bites," was seen shopping with her son at Threads & Treads on East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich last week. Smith has three sons with her ex-husband, actor and Greenwich ...

Greenwich Relay honored Greenwich Post American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Greenwich has received special recognition at New England Leadership Summit. From left are the American Cancer Society's New England Division CEO Don Gudaitis; Evelyn Landesman, volunteer with the Relay for ...

This Week In Greenwich: Meet With Legislators The Daily Greenwich by Anna Helhoski (email) 14 hours ago GREENWICH, Conn. – Hey Greenwich, want to know what's going on in town this week? Look no further. Here are some highlights: • 8 am – 10 am – The Greenwich Chamber, Greenwich Library and SCORE present a discussion ...

Junior League seeks scholarship applications Greenwich Post The Junior League of Greenwich (JLG) is accepting applications from local female high school seniors who exemplify the mission of the Junior League of Greenwich and whose volunteer activities show a significant and sustained commitment to both ...

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01/21/12 You Just Can't Say These Crazy Things in Greenwich

Greenwich police: Man charged for saying he killed girlfriend

A Stamford man who told a 911 dispatcher that he had killed his girlfriend -- a claim that he later recanted -- was arrested Wednesday, Greenwich police said.

Henry Jara-Villamarin, 19, of 45 Halpin Ave., was charged with second-degree falsely reporting an incident and falsely reporting an incident concerning serious injury or death.

Late Wednesday evening, Jara-Villamarin called 911 and said he was in the parking lot of Crumbs Bake Shop, 48 W. Putnam Ave., and that he had killed his girlfriend, police said. During the 911 call, Jara-Villamarin changed his story, saying he didn't kill his girlfriend, but wanted to, police said. A female voice could be heard during the call, police said.

Upon arrival, officers found a man and a woman in a vehicle in the parking lot, police said.

The driver, Jara-Villamarin, told officers that he and his girlfriend got into an argument and he wanted her out of the car, police said. When she refused, he grabbed her phone and dialed 911, police said.

According to Jara-Villamarin, he told the 911 operator he had killed his girlfriend so police would arrive faster, police said.

He was issued a $5,000 bond and was scheduled to appear in state Superior Court in Stamford on Wednesday.

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1/21/12 "Children's Education Zone Anniversary Celebration"

Susie T. Ponce 1:36pm Jan 19 Good afternoon Children's Education Zone friends. We are very excited that the New York Performing Arts Center will be celebrating our anniversary with us this Saturday. We will be doing some hip hop dancing! This is a friendly reminder to please RSVP if you are attending. Please specify how many children will accompany you so that we will have enough pizza and goodies for all the children :0) See you Saturday at 3pm in our Port Chester location. Susie T. Ponce 12:23pm Jan 21 We hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful snow today. This is a note to confirm that we are still moving forward with our celebration today at 3pm. See you there :0)

01/21/12 CT ALERT: Winter Storm Warning

Winter Storm Warning For Southern 4 Counties

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for Southern Connecticut. The four Northern counties are under a winter weather advisory.

01/21/11 The Greenwich Topix News Message Board (11 stories) TOP STORY: Greenwich Street Rallies To Reduce Speed Limit

Greenwich - News January 21, 2012 Greenwich Street Rallies To Reduce Speed Limit (The Daily Greenwich) GREENWICH, Conn. - A neighborhood petition drive aimed at speeding on Almira Drive brought results Thursday when the Board of Selectmen approved a request to get 25mph signage on the street. Jazz quartet plays gospel in Greenwich (The Greenwich Post) Continuing an annual tradition, the Eric Mintel Quartet will perform "An Evening of Outstanding Jazz" this Saturday, Jan. Thief Steals Greenwich Woman's Purse Containing Jewelry, Cash at Waterfront Parking Deck (Patch) Port Chester police issued their oft-repeated warning about leaving valuables in plain sight this week after a thief saw a pricy purse sitting on the passenger seat of a car and broke a window to steal it. Former Ambassador Supports Congressional Candidate (The Daily Greenwich) Greenwich resident Charles Glazer, served as U.S. Ambassador to El Salvador from 2007-2009, offered his support to Republican congressional candidate Chris Meek. Please send your news tips to GreenwichRoundup@gmail.com Man Charged With Making False 911 Murder Call (The Daily Greenwich) GREENWICH, Conn. - A Stamford man was arrested in Greenwich Wednesday and charged with making a false 911 call that he had killed his girlfriend. Greenwich Sports Greenwich Boys Basketball Rallies To Defeat Harding, 66-51. (Patch) A huge fourth quarter got the Greenwich boys basketball team back on the winning track. Midseason boys basketball report (News Times) Westhill's Tony Dobbinson and Harding's Avery Monk in action as Westhill High School hosts Harding in a boys basketball game in Stamford, Conn., December 20, 2011. Greenwich Business Gavilon firm may be headed for a sale (La Vista Sun) Omaha's Gavilon LLC, formerly the grain merchandising arm of ConAgra Foods and the nation's third-largest grain storage company, may be headed for a multibillion-dollar sale. Greenwich Hospital gears up for Great Chefs (Connecticut Post) Celebrity chef and former Greenwich resident Alessandro Stratta joined Greenwich Hospital officials and area restaurateurs Tuesday to kick off festivities for the 27th annual Great Chefs fundraiser. Greenwich Nurse Collects Diapers for New Moms (The Daily Greenwich) GREENWICH, Conn. - Karen Barone, RN, has worked at Greenwich Hospital for 32 years, but it seems like she's been there all her life. Upstart wealth advisory firm nabs Wilmington Trust team (Delaware Online) Fieldpoint Private, a Greenwich, Conn., wealth advisory firm founded by four retired Chairmen of Merrill Lynch & Co.

01/21/12 The Greenwich First Selectman Report

News Reports About Greenwich First Selectman Peter Tesei

GPD promotes Gustovich to Captain, will be highest ranking female ... Greenwich Post First Selectman Peter Tesei will swear in the newly promoted. The Post will have full coverage of the event in its Jan.

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01/21/12 You Could Purchase the ex-Phelps estate. and more from Greenwich Patch

Today 28° 18° Tomorrow 35° 34° January 21, 2012 Your News January 21, 2012 You Could Purchase the ex-Phelps estate. Barbara Heins | Jan 21, 2012 | 0 Comments Let us know ... does this building exist? Red-Tailed Hawk's Emergency Landing on Student's Head, and More Patch Staff | Jan 21, 2012 | 0 Comments Unusual arrests and investigations from the area. Greenwich Boys Basketball Rallies To Defeat Harding, 66-51. Bob Birge | Jan 20, 2012 | 0 Comments Cardinals outscore Presidents 20-3 in fourth quarter to improve to 9-2/ State College Tuition Increase Approved Kaitlin McCallum and Carrie Jacobson | Jan 20, 2012 | 0 Comments Average tuition and fees for 16 out of 17 colleges and universities will increase by an average of 3.8 percent. Thief Steals Greenwich Woman's Purse Containing Jewelry, Cash at Waterfront Parking Deck Nik Bonopartis | Jan 20, 2012 | 1 Comment A Greenwich woman left her purse on the passenger seat of her husband's car while the couple took in a movie Saturday night. See more News » Opinion January 21, 2012 'The Argument Must Have Been Over a Cupcake' Chandra Johnson-Greene | Jan 20, 2012 | 0 Comments The best of today's comments from Patch account-holders in your town and neighboring communities. Local Voices January 21, 2012 Greenwich Window Doctor Takes Expertise to National Radio Andrew G. Coviello The Greenwich Window Doctor to have live radio interview Saturday morning with Louisiana's 'Cajun Contractor' about DIY window restoration. Community Bulletin January 21, 2012 Accomplishments Brunswick Senior Edward Chaplin Awarded 2012 YWCA-Greenwich Racial Justice Scholarship Courtney Kennedy | Jan 20, 2012 Brunswick School senior Edward Chaplin was honored with the 2012 YWCA of Greenwich Racial Justice Scholarship at the annual event in… Accomplishments Rashmi Talpade: Assembly Line, Jan. 19 - Feb. 14 Greenwich Academy - Submitted by Mary Lou Evans | Jan 20, 2012 A new exhibit, Assembly Line, will be on display and open to the public at Greenwich Academy's Luchsinger Gallery January 19-… Awareness Putting the "Green" in Greenwich High School Liz Stillman | Jan 19, 2012 Greenwich High School has made many efforts to become a more environmentally friendly school. The installation of the solar panels, … Government Former Ambassador Charles L. Glazer Endorses Chris Meek Daniel Kline | Jan 20, 2012 STAMFORD, Conn. – Charles L. Glazer, the former United States Ambassador to El Salvador, has endorsed Chris Meek for Congress. In … Accomplishments Emily Harris of Greenwich lands leading role in the production of 'Oliver!' on Stage in Westchester Chris Harris | Jan 20, 2012 Emily Harris of Greenwich has landed the leading role as Nancy in the production of 'Oliver!' on Stage in Westchester. The Random … Things to Do January 21, 2012 12:00 am Chocolate Haiku Contest! Submit a Chocolate Haiku to The Little Chocolate Company to win a chocolate box on Valentine's day! Enter a Chocolate Haiku to win a… Saturday, January 21, 2012 All Day Chocolate Haiku Contest! 9:00 am To the Extreme: Images of the Arctic and Antarctic 9:00 am Valentines Day Promo at Classic Kids Photography 9:00 am Allegra Dance Studio Winter Spring SIgn Up 9:15 am Indoor Baseball 9:30 am January Exhibit at the Geary Gallery in Darien 10:00 am Estate Sale | Exquisite Greenwich Mansion Contents 10:00 am SALE-50% OFF on entire Fall/Winter collection 11:30 am Indoor Girls Softball 3:00 pm Children's Education Zone Anniversary Celebration 8:45 pm Saturday Night Grooves Ice Skating

01/21/12 Frank Bohacs, Former Greenwich Restauranteer And More New In The Daily Greenwich

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Frank Bohacs, Former Greenwich Restauranteer by Anna Helhoski | 01/20/12

GREENWICH, Conn. – Frank Bohacs, a former Greenwich resident, died at his home in Florida on Jan. 15. He was 95. Bohacs was ... READ MORE

Greenwich Police Name First Female Captain
by Anna Helhoski | 01/20/12
	GREENWICH, Conn. - Greenwich will have its first-ever female police captain. A new deputy chief, lieutenant, and sergeant also will ... READ MORE

Shays Will Run for Connecticut Senate Seat
by Erin Lynch | 01/20/12
	FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. - Former Fairfield County U.S. Rep, Christopher Shays' camp says he will make a formal announcement for his ... READ MORE

Former Ambassador Supports Congressional Candidate
by Anthony Buzzeo | 01/20/12
	STAMFORD, Conn. — Congressional candidate Chris Meek received the endorsement of former U.S. Ambassador to El Salvador Charles ... READ MORE

01/21/12 Greenwich Events

Saturday
Continuing an annual tradition, the Eric Mintel Quartet will perform “An Evening of Outstanding Jazz” at 7 p.m. Jan. 21 at Second Congregational Church, at 139 E. Putnam Ave. Returning to the church for the ninth time, the Pennsylvania-based quartet will follow the concert with a meet-and-greet reception. Donations are suggested. The quartet will also perform with the church’s Chancel Choir during the worship service at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 22. Reservations are recommended for the Jan. 21 concert. For more information or reservations, contact Gloria LaDestro at 203-869-9311, ext. 120 or gloria@2cc.org.

Convent of the Sacred Heart will host a two-day sale of Haitian paintings and crafts Jan. 20 and 21 to support the rebuilding of Haiti two years after a devastating magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck the island nation. The sale will take place at the school from 5 to 8 p.m. Jan. 20 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 21. All funds raised from the sale will go towards building the Vassar Haiti Project health clinic and the Society of the Sacred Heart’s mission in Haiti, according to organizers. For more information, visit www.thehaitiproject.org or contact Andrew Meade at anmeade@vassar.edu or Kathy Failla at faillak@cshgreenwich.org or 203-532 3546

Cos Cob Library will welcome a return visit by Betty Johnson from Bigelow Tea Company at 2 p.m. Jan. 21 in the Cos Cob Library Community Room. Johnson will talk about the history and health benefits of tea while guests enjoy various samples, along with pastries provided by the Friends of Cos Cob Library. Register at the library or call 203-622-6883 to reserve a spot, and bring your favorite teacup when you come. Attendees will also receive a goody bag of assorted teas.

The Orinoco Council #39 of the Knights of Columbus will host its annual Free Throw Championship Challenge at 5 p.m. Jan. 21 at the Boys & Girls Club, 4 Horseneck Lane. The competition is open to boys and girls who are 10 to 14 years old as of Jan. 1. Please provide a birth certificate or other proof of age. There will be separate divisions for boys and girls and no charge for the competition. The winner will advance to the district level competition, with the date and location to be determined. Should the winner not be able to compete, the second place contestant will represent the council at the district competition. For more information or to request an entry form, call Don Palmer at 203-869-3224 at the Boys & Girls Club. Entry forms may also be obtained at the Knights of Columbus Council Hall at 37 W. Putnam Ave. or www.knightsofgreenwich.com.

Audubon Greenwich will present a hillside trail hike from 1 to 3 p.m. Jan. 21. Audubon invites participants to explore this 1.5-mile western trail loop for over-wintering birds and signs of wildlife activity from mice, shrews, and squirrels to deer, fox and coyote. Ages 7 & up. RSVP to the Audubon store at 203-869-5272 ext. 221.

Sunday
The Round Hill Community Church will host a forum with Bon Jasperson and Helen Dillon on their film, “Inside Sing Sing’s Prison School” at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 22. The 31-minute documentary will be screened. Dillon, the film’s producer, is a board member of Hudson Link, an organization that raises money for the college education of men incarcerated in Sing Sing, a maximum-security prison in New York State. She also runs workshops inside Sing Sing for the Alternative to Violence Project. Jasperson is on the board of advisors for Family ReEntry, an organization that rehabilitates former prisoners returning to their communities. A light luncheon of soup, salad, and bread will be served following the forum. The church is located at 395 Round Hill Road in Greenwich. All are welcome. For more information, call the church office at 203-869-1091.

Temple Sholom will hold a Mitzvah Day at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 22. Participants will be able to join in a variety of projects, including bagging toiletries for homeless shelters, making blankets for Project Linus, sorting donations for the Neighbor to Neighbor food pantry, getting swabbed for the Donate Life bone marrow donor drive, and many others. There are opportunities for congregants of all ages. Those who can’t make it Jan. 22 are encouraged to donate items. Temple Sholom is collecting non-perishable food, new pajamas, toiletries, coins, and other items. To register visit www.templesholom.com. For more information, email Rav David Saiger at ravdavid@templesholom.com.

Ongoing
New York artist Judith Gwyn Brown’s “New York Series” will be on view through Feb. 12 at the Greenwich Arts Council’s Bendheim Gallery, located on the second floor of 299 Greenwich Ave. The exhibition includes ten framed oil-on-canvas paintings that tell the stories of New York City, as well as other paintings and drawings for sale. In addition, Brown is offering commissioned pet portraits; examples are on view. A portion of proceeds from the portraits go to P.A.W.S. of the Vineyard, a nonprofit pet adoption service in Martha’s Vineyard, Mass., to help fund a spay/neuter program. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon-Fri; noon to 4 p.m. Sat-Sun. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.greenwicharts.org.

The Greenwich Art Society will present “DANIEL & DIEGO,” an exhibition featuring the works of artists Daniel Brain and Diego Rabellino Jan. 6 through 28. The works are on view in the second floor rear gallery at 299 Greenwich Ave. Gallery hours are 10 a.m to 5 p.m. weekdays; Noon to 4 p.m. weekends.

The Historical Society’s Storehouse Gallery Shop will host a sale of works by 2011’s Greenwich Community artists Nov. 30 to Jan. 25. Art in a variety of media, from paintings to photography to sculpture, will be on sale and may be taken as soon as it is purchased. Fresh works will replace pieces that are sold throughout the holiday season. The Greenwich Community Artists Series was established in 2009 to foster and encourage contemporary local artists. The gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.greenwichhistory.org or call 203-869-6899, ext. 20.

The Greenwich Historical Society invites you to check out “Everyday Heroes: Greenwich First Responders” Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. “Everyday Heroes” chronicles the history of Greenwich’s fire, police and emergency medical services. The exhibition delves into headline-making Greenwich disasters from 1873 to 2010, examines how first responders dealt with past emergencies and illustrates how first response practices have evolved as the combined result of firsthand experience and technology. Kids can try on real equipment and learn what it takes to become a first responder in a hands-on gallery. Closed Christmas day. Members free. Nonmembers: Adults $10; seniors and students $8; children under six free. Through Aug. 26. Storehouse Gallery, 39 Strickland Road, Cos Cob. For more information, visit www.greenwichhistory.org or call 203-869-6899.

The Bruce Museum will present the exhibition “Bijoux: The Origins and Impact of Jewelry” from July 16 through Feb. 26. The exhibition features an array of different types of jewelry, as well as samplings of minerals, precious stones and other materials from which artists have created an infinite variety of human adornment. The exhibition investigates the wide range of materials used to make jewelry, delves into the genesis of these natural materials, and explores the economic and environmental impact of our universal attraction to sparkle. The jewelry on display comes from all over the globe, including Myanmar and India. For more information, visit www.brucemuseum.org.