All About Darien: The Insider Guide

Family Concert at Weed Beach Tonight

Tonight (June 23) continues the Darien Youth Commission’s Family Concert Series at Weed Beach with “Drey Towey & Friends” playing at 6:30pm.  Bring a blanket, beach chair, a picnic dinner for the kids (I have confirmed that Uncles By The Shore WILL be open during the concert as an alternative for dinner and/or for dessert), [...]

Father’s Day: Done, and DONE with Soundview Millworks ~ DRAWING WEDS!

This was such a popular post at Christmas that I STILL get emails from people who want to know where they can find these gorgeous gifts, and although this nautical-themed carving board is my personal fave, Soundview Millworks offers a variety of beautifully handcrafted wood items, including monogrammed wooden coasters, cheese boards, and more.  He [...]

Smoothie Support for Final Exams

To follow on Liv’s tips for final exam prep, AllAboutDarien.com sponsor Robeks Darien is offering two specials to area high schoolers presenting a valid high school ID: (1) a free boost of Intellibek, which contains ginko biloba and helps with focus and memory retention, and (2) a free 12 oz. Tropical or Berry smoothie with [...]

Teen Tips: Final Exams Edition

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 [...]

Darien Open Houses This Sunday: June 13th 2010

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!

(Click on Address To View Listing)
Sunday, [...]

Nielsen’s Offering Bonus Bucks: $1 for Every $10 Spent

AllAboutDarien.com Premiere Sponsor Nielsen’s is offering $1 towards an in-store purchase for every $10 you spend, now thru November — just in time to accessorize your 4th of July picnic table or party with fine paper goods from Caspari!

Wednesdays are Ladies’ Day 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 [...]

Darien Taxis & Private Transportation

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 [...]

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 at Weed [...]

Darien Open Houses This Weekend June 4th 2010

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!

(Click on Address To View Listing)
Sunday, [...]

Now Enrolling For Summer Sessions

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