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Whether you’re a secret Martha Stewart or just curious about creative ways to make some extra cash while doing what you love, you shouldn’t miss my friend Jen St. Jean’s free class entitled “The In’s and Out’s of Selling on Etsy.“ About a year ago, Jen started a company called “Itty Bitty Bags” 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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Heading out to the beach this weekend? Here’s a schedule of the tides … enjoy!
Here’s another tip from my friend Liv, who is currently a sophomore at DHS (almost a junior now!!), has lived in Darien since she was 2 years old, and has generously agreed to lend a teen perspective to AllAboutDarien.com. Thanks, Liv!
It’s been a while since I’ve posted, but I’m back for the summer with [...]
When it comes to getting from point A to B in the ‘burbs, I must admit that it was a difficult transition for me to come here from Manhattan, where every other vehicle you encountered was a cab and subways and buses made (almost) everything accessible by foot. For nine years, the only thought I [...]
Buy 3 Days, Get 1 Day Free: Expires June 12th
Did you know that The Little Gym of Darien is offering a flexible, week-to-week summer camp program for kids ages 3 to 12 years? Each week is a new theme, and you can register for weeks and/or camp days a-la-carte — so you [...]
“We are new to Darien and wanted to know where is a good place to join if your kids want to swim outside and you don’t want to go to the beach? I have an infant and a toddler. About how much is a club membership for swimming only? Thanks!”
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I’d like you to meet Natalie Gallant, Director of Darien’s Lindamood-Bell Learning Center, a Premiere Sponsor of AllAboutDarien.com. I really didn’t know much about Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes until I met and became friends with Natalie, but have come to understand that it is one of those “in-the-know” educational resources that is exceptional in every [...]
If you’re like me and have suddenly realized that this was the last weekend you’ll be able to get into one of our lovely public beaches without a 2010 permit and don’t know when you’ll find the time to get down to the Town Hall to pick one up, there is good news: you can [...]
A friend recently asked for recommendations for good local pediatricians on Facebook, and since it’s a question I am often asked by visitors to the site I thought it would be helpful to share the responses with you here. So far, local friends have positively endorsed: Stamford Pediatric Associates (who have offices in both Stamford [...]
Featured Events
The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum: First Thursdays: Wine Tasting & Live Music: http://www.aldrichart.org/events/?id=797. Tonight! Come to "Annual Harvest Wine Testing" Saturday, October 9 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm http://fb.me/Gpivgytj
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