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Like Kids in a Candy Shop
…. and we actually WERE — kids and parents — at a birthday party in a candy shop! Chunky Pam’s is a sweet little candy store in the shopping plaza across from the Darien Playhouse, and was a perfect location for a birthday party for 12 preschoolers. I might have even enjoyed it MORE than [...]
Pop Up Shop: Everything Is Rosey
Just in time for summer, the newest business to pop up temporary shop in Darien is this fun, beachy-themed store at 1076 Boston post Road — right next to Helen Ainson. Offering tops & tunics, dresses, beach cover-ups, flip flops, personalized gifts, home accessories — and everything under $100!
Hippity Hoppity Around Darien
Last-minute Bunny meetings this year include: – the annual DCA Easter Egg Hunt, outdoors on the lawn of the DCA this Friday the 15th at 10am … SHARPer than sharp. This hunt is no joke: it only lasts a few minutes, so come prepared with baskets to fill and kids who are ready to run! [...]
Keys, Please
I have driven by the sign in the window that says “Keys Copied Here” a million times and have told myself not to forget about it the next time i needed keys, so when my dad bemoaned the fact that he had to go all the way to the Home Depot to get the house [...]
Summer School and Enrichment
Get Inspired with Darien Summer School 2011! Darien Summer School offers remedial academic, enrichment, music, art and sports classes, camps and programs to meet the needs of all students from pre-K to high school. DSS runs from 6/27/11 to 7/29/11. All programs are open to non-residents in both Connecticut and New York! Visit www.dariensummerschool.com or [...]
Darien, CT? There’s An APP For That!
I’m very excited to announce the FREE release of the AllAboutDarienAPP v1.0 for iPhone, iPad and iTouch devices (don’t worry Blackberry and Droid users: yours is coming next!) … Get the best of Darien, on-the-go: from insights and events to the train schedule and touch-and-dial access to community organizations, schools, emergency numbers and more! Check [...]
2010 Classes & Enrichment Programs in Darien, for Young and … the Young-at-Heart
Where did the summer go?! I can hardly believe it’s time to get planning for fall 2010 — in fact, I’m a little late to the game: registration has already begun in many cases, and classes are already filling up! Last year I put together this one-stop shopping list for all of the classes and [...]
Freshen Up For Fall With Style Solutions
Speaking of tax free week and freshening up for fall, did you know that Helen Ainson stylists offer an independent service called Style Solutions, which includes an in-home wardrobe consultation? Whether you want to make the most of the wardrobe you have (they’ll help you update, mix and match in new ways to keep you [...]
Wednesdays are Ladies’ Day: 10% Off Vino at Nicholas Roberts
LADIES, 10% off your online or in-store wine purchase at Nicholas Roberts Fine Wines every Wednesday ~ check out this week’s recommended selections here. For those who have never been, this hopping little wine store is conveniently located downtown next to Erica K, with parking on the street right in front for easy breezing in [...]
This Weekend To-Do’s in Darien
FRIDAY – Friday Night Wine Down: “Blankety Blank” Blanc … and Rosé 5pm to 8pm: Nicholas Roberts Fine Wines, 1053 Post Road The latest and greatest way to end your week, kick off an evening out or just enjoy learning about wine with people who are passionate about fine wines and lots of fun: Friday [...]
Ten Thumbs Up for Little Gym Darien’s Anytime Summertime Camp
If you’re feeling the need for some variety in your kids’ summer routine, word on the street is that The Little Gym Darien’s Anytime Summertime Camp is a MUST. In addition to the fact that it’s a great way to keep them active indoors (out of the heat), it’s completely flexible: you can go by [...]
Family Fun & Kids’ Entertainment During Sidewalk Sales
Free Kids’ Entertainment All Day Saturday July 17th at the Following Locations: *Castle Bounce — Noroton Heights Shopping Plaza *Slap Shot Hockey — The Darien Sport Shop *Super Slide — Beadz Boutique & Chunky Pam’s Sweet Shoppe (Friday and Saturday) *Wild & Crazy Obstacle Course — Behind First County Bank, 1020 Post Rd *Pirate Combo [...]
Darien 2010 Sidewalk Sales & Family Fun Days Thursday (7/15) Thru Saturday(7/17)
Darien is rocking the sidewalks this year with more than 70 businesses participating in the Sidewalk Sales: from Goodwives Plaza to Downtown Darien to Noroton Heights Shopping Plaza, sidewalks will be packed with goodies on sale from both the retail stores you already know as well as fun boutiques that you won’t otherwise find in [...]