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🌱 Patch AM: Fall Harvest Festival Upcoming At Greenwich Historical Society: Details

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Hello Greenwich! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Greenwich Historical Society plans festive fall celebration with scarecrow contest
  • Former George C. Scott Greenwich estate lists for $34.9 million
  • Why Greenwich Library's big Ailey II fundraiser was suddenly canceled

Also on today's calendar: Author Talk & Book Signing with Greenwich Local Courtney Maum, "Alan Opts Out" and 25 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunny and cooler, with a high of 62 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 66, low: 54.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 76 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fall Harvest Festival Upcoming At Greenwich Historical Society: Details (patch.com) — Celebrate autumn close to home as the Greenwich Historical Society hosts its Fall Harvest Festival, complete with live music, seasonal food and a popular scarecrow-building contest. Greenwich families can register in advance to reserve scarecrow frames, enjoy local business-sponsored prizes, and explore crafts inspired by New England's harvest traditions on the society's campus.
   

2. $34.9 Million Greenwich Home On Estate Once Owned By Academy Award-Winning Actor Hits Market (patch.com) — Greenwich readers can peek inside a $34.9 million Meadow Lane estate once owned by actors George C. Scott and Trish Van Devere, just two miles from Greenwich Avenue. The 14-acre property features a 2010 custom Georgian Colonial, multiple cottages, horse facilities, and extensive luxury amenities, including a pool, spa and four-level main residence.
   

3. Refunds Offered after Greenwich Library Event Canceled at Last Minute (greenwichfreepress.com) — Greenwich Library's major Ailey II fundraiser was abruptly canceled Friday night after the Greenwich Fire Marshal ruled the event permit unacceptable, sending guests home after long waits. Library leaders apologized, stressed no safety risk, and invited supporters seeking refunds for their ticket donations to contact the Trustees office, while a separate community performance went on as planned Saturday.
   

4. No Nor'easter Can Dampen the Dazzling Dahlia Flower Show (greenwichsentinel.com) — Despite a nor'easter, hundreds of dahlias still filled the annual Dazzling Dahlia Show at the Greenwich Botanical Center, organized by the Greenwich Dahlia Society. Longtime growers shared award-winning blooms, while organizers highlighted new eco-friendly display methods that eliminate floral foam, signaling a greener direction for this popular local tradition.
   

5. Panel Discussion: 'How Other Towns Are Saving Money on Renewables' (greenwichfreepress.com) — Greenwich residents can learn how other Connecticut towns are cutting energy costs at a conservation department panel this Thursday, Oct. 8, at Town Hall and online. Local and regional officials will explain real-world solar, net-zero, and low-cost power projects, with time for community questions and ideas on easing the tax burden through renewables.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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