May 2016
New Canaan Modern House Day Tour + Symposium
The New Canaan Historical Society (NCHS) will be holding its signature event Modern House Day Tour + Symposium, titled Modern: A Way of Thinking, on Saturday, May 14, 2016. The day begins with breakfast and a symposium at Grace Farms, followed by a Modern House tour featuring homes designed and renovated by Philip Johnson, John Black Lee, Elliot Noyes, Hariri & Hariri, Kengo Kuma and others. The day concludes back at Grace Farms for a cocktail party. Tickets $500 (full…
Find out more »September 2016
Remembrance, Renewal, and Resilience
In commemoration of the 15th Anniversary of 9/11, Grace Farms Foundation is partnering with Voices of September 11th for a public discourse centered on remembrance, renewal, and resilience. Distinguished speakers and panelists, including Senator Richard Blumenthal, Senator Chris Murphy, Congressman Jim Himes, Ambassador Tim Roemer, survivors, and family members, will discuss their perspectives on the long-standing impact of 9/11 and the current challenges we face. Join us in remembering those whose lives were lost and gain insight into how we…
Find out more »After Dinner | Bridges with Stamford Symphony’s Piano Trio
Join us after our September Community Dinner for Bridges, Stamford Symphony at Grace Farms. The program, pairing classical and contemporary music, will feature Grammy®-winning contemporary music composer, Joan Tower. The audience will have the unique opportunity to hear Ms. Tower address her work prior to and during the performance. Stamford Symphony's Piano Trio is comprised of pianist, Molly Morkoski; cellist, Caroline Stinson; and violinist, Erica Kiesewetter. The program will include Ms. Tower’s For Daniel and Beethoven's Piano Trio in B-flat…
Find out more »May 2017
The Refugee Crisis & U.S. Response
Learn about the important efforts surrounding the refugee crisis in the United States, and the inspiring response from organizations including UNHCR The U.N. Refugee Agency and The International Institute of Connecticut (IICONN), in a conversation moderated by Grace Farms Foundation Justice Initiative Director, Krishna Patel. The panel will include informative perspectives from Larry Yungk, UNHCR’s Senior Resettlement Officer, Claudia Connor, the President & CEO of IICONN, Aleksandr Y. Troyb, Esq., the Chair of the Executive Committee of the Connecticut Chapter…
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