Community Centers, Inc. of Greenwich Spring Fundraiser Featuring Meet and Greet with Author, Designer and Artist, David Monn

Community Centers, Inc. of Greenwich (CCI) will hold its 6th Annual Spring Luncheon at the Belle Haven Club (100 Harbor Drive) on Thursday, April 6. The fundraiser will begin at 11:30 a.m. and feature event planner, David Monn, author of ‘The Art of Celebrating.’ Event proceeds will benefit CCI’s education and support programs.

"Community Centers, Inc. is delighted to have David Monn ‘the Architect of Style’ speak this year at our Annual Spring Luncheon," said Carol A. Memishian, CCI Board President. Memishian continued, "Mr. Monn is a talented author, artist and designer, who shares our deep commitment to the people we serve- those living in public housing."

Monn is best known for his broad range of artistry, from intimate private parties to noteworthy events such as the White House State Visit, the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s annual Costume Institute Ball and a performance production, “In the Void,” at the Park Avenue Armory in New York. During CCI’s Luncheon, Monn will present his work using a slideshow and be available to autograph copies of his book, priced at $75 each. A portion of book sales will go directly to CCI. "We are very much looking forward to hearing about his extraordinary work on April 6th, and raising awareness for all the work we do in the community,” said Lauren Franciamore (LCSW), Executive Director at CCI.

CCI offers a combination of educational and therapeutic recreational programs, individual, family, group counseling, and advocacy. As a non-profit social service agency, CCI has served the Greenwich community, particularly those living in subsidized housing, for over 60 years with a mission to build skills that empower clients to overcome educational, social, and economic barriers.

Former Spring Luncheon keynote speakers include; Lara Spencer, Terry Betteridge & Amor Towles, Mario Buatta, Kevan Hall and Katie Fong Biglin. "I showed my newest collection of gowns last year and it was a wonderful event! A great turn out - the CCI committee, chairs, and organization were all wonderful and easy to work with. It was so much fun," said Biglin, CEO & Creative Director at Katie Fong.

This year's main media sponsor is Serendipity Magazine (serendipitysocial.com). For tickets please visit CCI online (ccigreenwich.org). For more information please contact CCI by phone (203-869-1276).

2017 Spring Luncheon Committee Members:
Barbara Arenz, Carmella Budkins, Mary Pat Cabrera, Laurie Cassoli, Carolyn Crabtree, Martha Eustis, Icy Frantz, Lauren Ghaffari, Barbara Gotch, Boo Huth, Miriam Landsman, Cathy Mariani, Carol Memishian, Joy Patafio, Alma Rutgers, Cheryl Simon, Betsy Swindell, Kimberly Terrenoire and Candee Weed.


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About David Monn:
David Monn, dubbed “the Architect of Style,” is known for his elegant taste, exquisite attention to detail, discipline and refinement, and genuine appreciation of the five senses. As an expert and spokesperson on defining modern living, David is passionate about making your environment more beautiful with light, simplicity and authenticity. David is best known for his broad range of artistry, from staging intimate private parties to creating memorable events such as the White House State Visit, the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute Ball, the Park Avenue Armory’s performance production, “In the Void,” the Centennial Celebration for the New York Public Library, and many more. Before working as an event planner, David worked in the fashion, interior design and jewelry industries. He continues to impact the way people think about beauty for their homes, corporations, celebrations and weddings. David’s success is based in part on his commitment to beauty which intends to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. To view photographs of David’s work and to learn more about this author, designer and artist, please visit www.davidmonn.com.

About Community Centers, Inc. of Greenwich:
Community Centers, Inc. (ccigreenwich.org) is a Greenwich-based social service agency dedicated to building skills that empower clients to overcome educational, social, and economic barriers. For over 60 years, CCI has offered, free of charge, homework clubs, tutoring, after school and summer enrichment programs, therapeutic counseling, supportive social groups, and ELL and American Citizenship classes. Social work services are at the core of all our work. CCI’s services and outreach programs serve approximately 1100 individuals annually and the number of people relying on these social services is growing. We have become, through our work and dedication, a symbol of hope, advocacy, reliability and success: Care, Counsel, Inspire

Board of Directors:
Carol A. Memishian – Board President
Philip A. Hadley – Vice President
Brian T. Kelley – Treasurer
Carmella Budkins – Secretary
Joseph A. Cabrera, Michael N. Chambers, Carolyn Crabtree, Martha Y. Eustis, Michael Johnson, Jay Levine, Cathy Mariani, Charles W. Pieterse, Esq., Joy Patafio, Todd Phillips, Winston Robinson, Alma Rutgers, Cheryl Simon, Esq., James S. Strong, Elizabeth O. Swindell, Kimberly Terrenoire, Peter G. Walsh, Candee Weed

Advisory Board:
Fred Christensen, Charles E. Coates III, Esq., Douglas Fainelli, Ernest B. Fleishman, Ed.D., Honorable Livvy Floren, William Hampton, MD, Philip R. Lochner Jr., Scott Mitchell, Barbara Nolan, Diane Selby, Peter J. Tesei, David N. Theis*, David H.W. Turner, Carl Zelinsky
*in memoriam