Archive for September, 2009

Pee Pee Etiquette in Public Places

In an effort to shake things up a bit, I will throw this potentially distasteful, tacky, controversial — and anonymous, so be honest! — poll into the mix.  I could be wrong, perhaps nobody cares … but here goes:
Just the other day I was at a playground without a bathroom, and a parent leaned over [...]

The "Pink" Post

The “Pink” Post

Welcome to AllAboutDarien.com’s 2nd annual “Pink” Post.
While October is all about pink and there is lots going on around Fairfield County to raise awareness for breast cancer, which you can find out more about at the official Paint The Town Pink site, the AllAboutDarien.com Pink Post highlights Darien-based activities and events to encourage participation [...]

Participate in A Mile of Pink in Darien

Participate in A Mile of Pink in Darien

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3rd * 10:30am to 12 noon

Stand side by side with local breast cancer survivors and their friends as we line the streets for miles and literally Paint the Town Pink to promote breast cancer awareness.

This Weekend’s Open Houses in Darien, 9/25 thru 9/27

All the open houses in town, conveniently listed in one place. Brought to you by long-time Darien resident and real estate expert, Susan Nix.  Let Susie set up a weekend tour of Open Houses for you and/or introduce you to the Darien community! 
A Susie S.O.S: I have clients that would like to buy [...]

For Odd Jobs, Check The DHS Jobs Office

For Odd Jobs, Check The DHS Jobs Office

Liv’s most recent Teen Tips  post, combined with the colorful autmn leaves beginning to blanket my yard, reminded me to remind you of a very “in-the-know” resource we locals have access to, which is the Darien High School Jobs Office.  The way it works is that DHS students go in and register their availability for a [...]

Local, Part-Time, Teen-Friendly Jobs

Here’s another tip from my friend Liv, who is currently a sophomore at DHS, has lived in Darien since she was 2 years old, and has generously agreed to lend a teen perspective to AllAboutDarien.com.  From where to find the latest fashion trends in Fairfield County to what’s good to know about life as a [...]

It's Baa-ack: The Boden, Mini Boden, Skipping Hippos, Tiny Bubbles and Giddy Giddy Trunk Show Extravaganza!

It’s Baa-ack: The Boden, Mini Boden, Skipping Hippos, Tiny Bubbles and Giddy Giddy Trunk Show Extravaganza!

Darien ‘Neighborpreneur’ and Mother of Two, Jennifer Erdlen, invites you to her home at 2 Little Brook Road next Thursday, September 24th, from 9:30am – 2:30pm, for a trunk show featuring the Fall/Winter 2008 clothing labels Boden and Mini-Boden. She will also be showcasing clothing and accessories by Giddy Giddy, Tiny Bubbles and Skipping Hippos.
All [...]

This Weekend’s Open Houses in Darien, 9/18-9/20

 All the open houses in town, conveniently listed in one place. Brought to you by long-time Darien resident and real estate expert, Susan Nix.  Let Susie set up a weekend tour of Open Houses for you and/or introduce you to the Darien community! 
Sunday, September 20 (Click the address to view listing)
1pm to 3pm
30 Sedgwick Village [...]

Enjoy Art and a Sunny Autumn Stroll Thru Town This Weekend

Enjoy Art and a Sunny Autumn Stroll Thru Town This Weekend

Movies and Music in Tilley Pond Park Tonight!

Brought to you by Baywater Properties, Grove Street Plaza and The Darien Chamber of Commerce
DATE: September 15, 2009
TIME: Music from 6 pm, Movie from 7:15
LOCATION: Tilley Pond Park, Darien
Come enjoy the music of The Leslie Costa Trio from 6 pm in Tilley Pond Park, then the movie “Miracle”, starring Kurt Russell, the story of the [...]

A Welcome Back Mixer With "Flair"

A Welcome Back Mixer With “Flair”

Friends With Flair is excited to invite you to join us this Thursday night, September 17th, from 6pm to 9pm, for a “Welcome Back to Town” party, where we are featuring Whitecap Clothing, the latest MUST know about Outdoorsman Sporting Apparel/Lifestyle company to come out of Fairfield County. There will be a $15. charge to [...]

30th Annual Darien Road Race

30th Annual Darien Road Race

If you’re a major walker or runner, you’re likely to already be training for the Darien Road Race — but the big news is that even if you’re NOT athletically inclined, this day is TONS of fun for the whole family.   Dad or Mom could run the 10K, Mom or Dad and kids could [...]

This Week’s Darien Real Estate Market Report

Houses new to the market, price changes, and more … Click Here: darien_mktrpt_sep03
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