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ATELIER CONSTANTIN POPESCU
greenwich chamber of commerce
FIND JOY - DANCE! The Arthur Murray Grande Ballroom of Greenwich is a great place to re-invent yourself, meet new people and expand your social life. It’s perfect not only for men and women who are single, but also for couples looking to reconnect and have a special date night. Learn salsa, swing, samba, foxtrot, waltz, rumba, hustle and many, many more –– all in a social setting while getting a tremendous workout and having fun! The Grande Ballroom offers private lessons, nightly group classes and studio parties. Additional programs include the Future Leaders kids program and corporate team-building events. Located in downtown Greenwich, the Grande Ballroom is the place to be seen. The gorgeous Regency period ballroom is also available for private parties. Call us at (203) 769-1800 or visit us online at www.arthurmurraygreenwich.com to learn about our New Student Special.
ATELIER CONSTANTIN POPESCU is the place for people who seek the highest quality musical instruments. Since the studio opened in 1994, proprietor and musician Constantin Popescu has made it his mission to create a first-rate source that sells, rents and repairs fine stringed instruments. Atelier Constantin Popescu and The Riverside School of Music are located in a stunning, light-filled space at 401-403 E. Putnam Ave. in the Cos Cob section of Greenwich. High-quality European string instruments for professional musicians, students and collectors are found at Atelier Constantin Popescu. The sounds produced from these instruments are fit for concert halls. Children can watch instruments being repaired by Stefan Sigurdsson, a practicing luthier (craftsman of stringed instruments). World-renowned musicians and organizations like The Juilliard School trust their instruments to Atelier Constantin Popescu. Studies have shown that music helps foster brain development in infants and young children, and children who play an instrument score higher on standardized tests and typically have higher grades in math. The Riverside School of Music offers classes in string instruments, from the Suzuki method for beginners to advanced levels. The school also offers piano lessons, music theory, chamber music lessons and adult programs. Some Riverside students have gone on to study at such prestigious schools as Juilliard, the New England Conservatory of Music and the Cleveland Orchestra. Children can rent the school’s fine quality instruments at a reasonable price and as they become more advanced musicians they can buy maestro-quality instruments. The Riverside School commitment to quality and fostering a love of music is renowned.
Do you think that all chambers are alike? Not the Greenwich Chamber of Commerce. When a new member joins the chamber, the greeting is, “Welcome to our chamber family!” because each member organization is treated as a part of the chamber’s business family. The Greenwich Chamber is willing to customize its offerings to fit every unique business characteristic in order to help businesses prosper — acting very much like a consultant. The Greenwich Chamber of Commerce excels at bringing its community of businesses together. Its mission statement has always been to promote the well being of all businesses while maintaining the town’s residential integrity and improving its quality of life. The chamber’s mantra is its “A-P-Cs” –– advocate, promote and connect. An advocate for business people and town government, the chamber hosts information forums on topics of community interest and serves as a communication vehicle to bring together town discussions. It helps promote businesses through events such as its Business & Culinary Showcase, Sidewalk Sales, State of the Town Luncheon, Annual Awards event, Golf Outing and its Women Who Matter luncheons as well as through its online and ebook Directory and many other advertising, marketing and sponsorship opportunities. There are plenty of ways, which the chamber provides for the business person to connect with other business owners through monthly After Six networking events, Leads Group, speed networking meetings and new member coffees, to name a few. But, don’t forget about the chamber’s ongoing educational programs that are frequently offered, including “How to Cold Call” or expert advice on how to formulate a business plan or how best to use social media. The chamber does it all! To be a part of the chamber is to be seen as a part of the Greenwich dynamic business community. Many businesses believe that chamber membership is both a stamp of approval and a confirmation that they are truly part of an active and evolving business family. Interested in being part of the Greenwich Chamber family or to volunteer? Just write greenwichchamber@ greenwichchamber.com or call (203) 869-3500.
Arthur Murray Grande Ballroom of Greenwich 6 Lewis St. • 203-769-1800 arthurmurraygreenwich.com
Atelier Constantin Popescu • Riverside School of Music 403 E. Putnam Ave., Cos Cob (203) 661-9500
Greenwich Chamber of Commerce greenwichchamber.com (203) 869-3500
Arthur Murray Grande Ballroom of Greenwich
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