Organization Category: Other - Know Your Town

GREENWICH DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION – TENNIS PROGRAMS

The Town offers summer tennis courts, lessons, clinics, tournaments and social round robins on its 34 all-weather courts located throughout the town at 11 locations;  BINNEY PARK, BRUCE PARK, BYRAM SHORE PARK, CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL, CHRISTIANO PARK, EASTERN GREENWICH CIVIC CENTER, EASTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL, GREENWICH HIGH SCHOOL, LOUGHLIN AVE. PARK, WESTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL AND PEMBERWICK PARK. Public […]

Written by on April 14, 2014

GREENWICH PUBLIC SCHOOLS PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

Year-round integrated preschool programs for 3 and 4 year olds with special needs and regularly developing children. Admissions for regularly developing children are by lottery. Programs are located in elementary schools around Greenwich.

Written by on March 4, 2014

MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING, CONNECTICUT CHAPTER

Local chapter of a national organization providing support groups and information for victims of drunk drivers. It’s mission is to stop drunk driving, support victims of this violent crime, and prevent underage drinking. Phone service and the website are available in Spanish.

Written by on February 27, 2014

CONNECTICUT – DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE SERVICES

State agency responsible for levying STATE taxes.  CT has a statewide sales and use tax.  There are no additional sales taxes imposed by local jurisdictions.  The 800 number handles tax assistance questions about state income taxes, tax forms, sales tax rates, registration numbers, and other tax-related matters.

Written by on January 2, 2014

GREENWICH TAX COLLECTOR

Town department collecting taxes levied by the town of Greenwich according to its Grand List. Taxes are due JUL 1st (real estate, personal property, and motor vehicles) and JAN 1st (second half of real estate and supplemental motor vehicle those registered since OCT 1st).  Sewer construction assessment is due SEP 1st. All payments must be made […]

Written by on December 27, 2013

ARCH STREET TEEN CENTER – GREENWICH TEEN CENTER

An independent, nonprofit center for teens which offers social, recreational, and educational programs and events on weekend evenings and occasionally on weekdays. Founded in 1993, it is open to Greenwich students and residents, the mission of The GTC is to provide teens with a safe environment in which to connect and socialize with their peers.

Written by on November 6, 2013

UNITED STATES SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION – STAMFORD

Stamford office of the U.S. Social Security Administration, serving residents of Greenwich, Stamford, Darien, and New Canaan.  Callers may find it helpful to contact the 800 number before going over to the Stamford office, because the central switchboard can give instructions on what documents to bring and set up appointments in the Stamford office.  See […]

Written by on September 23, 2013

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE, JIM HIMES

Jim Himes, a Democrat represents Connecticut’s 4th District in the United States House of Representatives where he is serving his third term. He is a member of both the House Committee on Financial Services and the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.  He holds the seat formerly held by Chris Shays for ten terms.

Written by on September 16, 2013

UNITED STATES SENATOR, RICHARD BLUMENTHAL

One of 2 Senators from CT.  A Democrat, Blumenthal, was sworn in on January 5, 2011.  He is serving his first term as a United States Senator. Senator Blumenthal served an unprecedented five terms as Connecticut’s Attorney General, fighting for people against large and powerful special interests. His aggressive law enforcement for consumer protection, environmental […]

Written by on April 23, 2013