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In preparation for an exciting new launch in the new year, changes are being made to the site so it might not LOOK perfect, but the content you’re looking for is still here! Thanks for bearing with me …
Winter Programs For Kids from Darien Parks & Rec
Visit the Darien Parks & Recreation website for more information regarding some fantastic winter programs for kids including: paddle tennis, indoor soccer and floor hockey. Keep those muscles moving this winter! Registration can be done by mail, in person, or can be completed online.
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 [...]
Kid & Family Entertainment in town in June: Save The Dates
~ SAVE THE DATES for family fun in Darien this month: this post will be updated whenever new information becomes available ~ – Tues, June 8th: DRE TOWEY at the Darien Toy Box, free, 10:30am to 11:15am – Weds, June 16th — Weed Beach: “ANNIE & THE NATURAL WONDER BAND” kicks-off the family concert series [...]
A Don’t Miss for Parents: The World Thru The Eyes of a Learning Disabled Child
On Wednesday, May 19, the Darien Library will be offering 2 screenings (9:30 am and 6:30 pm) of the PBS film “How Difficult Can This Be? The F.A.T. City Workshop.” In this film, which runs 70 mins, experience the frustration, anxiety, and tension felt by children with learning disabilities. In this groundbreaking workshop led by [...]
Calling Local Artisans
Would you like to have a place in town to sell your Art or Handmade Items? My friend Jen from the Itty Bitty Bag Company is trying to form a group of local artists to discuss the possibilities of opening an Artisan Market in Darien. The meeting would be to discuss the frequency, location, and [...]
Free Spring Flower & Garden Classes from Nielsen’s
Premiere Sponsor Nielsen’s Florist & Garden Shop is offering a free series of Spring Saturday classes to inform and/or enrich your floral sensibilities. Please call ahead – 203.655.2541 to reserve your spot! Orchid Basics on Sunday March 20th at 1pm with Dennis Sandsburg Dennis Sandsburg brings 30 years of experience on this topic. As the [...]
Real-time Storm & Aftermath Updates
Don’t tweet? Don’t worry: benefit from the real-time updates those of us who do use Twitter, in Darien and surrounding Fairfield County towns, to stay up-to-the-minute on information and updates by other residents and reporters regarding the Level 1 Hurricane – I mean “Noreaster” – that took us completely off-guard this weekend. Click here and [...]
Stay Tuned …
Sorry no “AllAbout This Weekend” newsletter this weekend: am celebrating my little guy’s 2nd birthday, as well as my 300th post on AllAboutDarien.com, and am treating myself to a weekend “off.” Hooray on all counts! Lots to look forward to this coming week, though, which I will update shortly — and stay tuned for Susie’s [...]
Tuesday Movie Nights at Tilley Pond, Official Scoop
(full-size poster:stargazingposter) AllAboutDarien.com is pleased to be the official information site for Darien’s “Star-Gazing” Nights, Movies Under The Stars at Tilley Pond Park. With a giant movie screen set up (former Manhattanites might remember movie nights at Bryant Park?) and Gofer Ice Cream and buttered popcorn on-hand, I can’t think of a cooler way to [...]
Answer to Darien Trivia from the Times, 4/17/09
Carol Wilder-Tamme, President of the Chamber of Commerce, wrote, in last week’s Darien Times: We need to make personal and business choices that will enrich and sustain Darien both environmentally and financially. Town businesses that support our community deserve our support. With more options for food choices, shoes, clothes, other merchandise and professional services, it [...]
Ice Cream Social and Girl Scouts Signup
Come learn more about what makes being a Girl Scout great at an Ice Cream Social being hosted by The Girl Scouts this Sunday, April 19th, from 4-5:30pm at the United Methodist Church at 345 Middlesex Road. Almost 450 girls in Darien enjoy the fun adventures to be had as a Girl Scout, and sign [...]
It’s Girl Scout Cookie Time!
The time is here to order mouthwatering Thin Mints, Samoas, or any of the eight delicious cookie varieties, including the new Dulce de Leche – a Latin inspired blend of milk caramel chips and stripes with a hint of cinnamon. Girls are taking orders now. Your support helps Girl Scouts learn entrepreneurial skills, public speaking, and helps to develop their self [...]
