A PLACE TO SWAP BOWTIES

The Greater Hartford Bowtie Swap Club has been around for eight years bringing together bow tie wearers from Connecticut and beyond for a twice-a-year informal gathering. Guests enjoy networking, refreshments, socializing and entertainment at The Hartford Club. Pictured, from left, are: Jim Bond, managing director, Horton International; Paul Marchese, senior vice president, St. Germain Investment Management; Mary Anne Guarco, credit manager, State Line Oil; Michael Matty, president, St. Germain Investment Management; Anne Guarco, co-owner, State Line Propane; and Katherine McCormack, director, emergency management, city of Hartford.