They”™re getting ready for the 12th Swim Across America Greenwich-Stamford event scheduled for June 23. More than 300 swimmers, 100 volunteers and 20 boaters are expected to take part in the swim in the Long Island Sound that raises funds for the Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy, the nation”™s only nonprofit dedicated to cancer gene therapy.
Before the swim, there will be some preliminary events. First up is a Shop & Share Boutique at Innis Arden Golf Club in Old Greenwich on April 25. More than 20 small and independent businesses will participate, donating a percentage of their sales of menӪs and womenӪs fashions, gifts, photography, home d̩cor, childrenӪs clothing, jewelry and accessories.
In May, a partnership with the Greenwich Young Professional Group will bring an evening networking event to a local restaurant. The group hopes to raise funds and motivate attendees to form teams of their own for the swim. Details to be posted at greenwichypg.com.
On June 21, a townwide Make Waves to Fight Cancer Day is scheduled with area retailers and restaurants. Participating merchants donate a percentage of the day”™s sales.
More information at swimacrossamerica.org/greenwich.
