Santa will ride in on a fire truck at the 40th annual Tree Lighting at the Darien Sport Shop parking lot on Sunday, Nov. 25. The event begins at 4:30 p.m., with a performance from the Darien High School Tudor Singers. Hot cocoa and doughnuts will be served. — an announcement from Darien Sport Shop and Darien Parks and Recreation Department
The four-decade tradition continues with Santa’s arrival at 5 p.m. for the tree lighting, followed by jolly St.
Starting next week, through Sept. 3, there will be only limited lifeguard coverage at both Weed Beach and Pear Tree Point Beach, the Parks & Recreation Department has announced. The reason: There are a limited number of lifeguards at the beaches, and some are getting ready for fall sports in school or going back to school or college, a Parks & Rec official said. “Signs will be placed at both beaches notifying the public as to dates and hours of lifeguard coverage,” the announcement said. “Guarded swim areas will be determined by lifeguards on a daily basis.
You can register starting late in August for fall programs administered by Darien Parks and Recreation Department, and there will be a lottery for paddle tennis block time. Registration for programs takes place online, at the Parks and Recreation office located in Town Hall, or through the mail. For more information, please call the office at 203-656-7325. Fall and Winter Brochure
The Darien Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce online registration for fall and winter programs. Registration for all fall and winter programs will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 29 online, here.
The Darien Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of programs for the residents of Darien. Registration for programs takes place online, at the Parks and Recreation office located in Town Hall, or through the mail. — an announcement from Darien Parks and Recreation Department
For more information please call the office at 203-656-7325. Safe Boating Classes
Boat Safe Connecticut, LLC comes to Darien to offer this eight hour course that will meet the requirements to obtain a Connecticut Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation with Waterski endorsement from the CT DEEP. Class will meet on Tuesday, August 7th and Thursday, August 9th from 6 – 10 PM at the Darien Town Hall.
On Saturday, June 2 Darien Parks & Recreation Department will once again be SHELLABRATING with live music, food and games everyone is SHORE to enjoy! The event runs from 2 to 8 p.m.
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— This is an announcement from the Darien Parks and Recreation Department, with additional details from the department’s Web pages. Darienite.com takes no responsibility for the puns — this time. Direct your groans to Park & Rec. __________
Three bands will take the stage through most of the event, providing awesome TUNAS from 3 to 8 p.m.
New this year, Capt’n John’s will be providing a mouthWATERing fresh clam bake right on the beach that will leave you feeling GILLTY if you don’t partake!
On Saturday, June 2 Darien Parks & Recreation Department will once again be SHELLABRATING with live music, food and games everyone is SHORE to enjoy! The event runs from 2 to 8 p.m.
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— This is an announcement from the Darien Parks and Recreation Department, with additional details from the department’s Web pages. Darienite.com takes no responsibility for the puns — this time. Direct your groans to Park & Rec. __________
Three bands will take the stage through most of the event, providing awesome TUNAS from 3 to 8 p.m.
New this year, Capt’n John’s will be providing a mouthWATERing fresh clam bake right on the beach that will leave you feeling GILLTY if you don’t partake!
The Darien Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of programs for the residents of Darien. Registration for programs takes place online, at the Parks and Recreation office located in Town Hall, or through the mail. For more information please call the office at 203-656-7325. FAMILY PROGRAMS
Safe Boating Classes: Boat Safe Connecticut, LLC comes to Darien to offer this eight hour course that will meet the requirements to obtain a Connecticut Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation with Waterski endorsement from the CT DEEP. Our first class will meet on Saturday, June 16th from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM at Weed Bach while the second class will be held on Tuesday, July 10th and Thursday, July 12th from 6 – 10 PM at the Darien Town Hall.
The Darien Nature Center and Darien Parks & Recreation Department have teamed up to host a family fun Earth Day Party at the Nature Center on Saturday, April 21 from noon to 2 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The celebration includes a family scavenger hunt around Cherry Lawn Park, local environmental groups hosting activity tables, animal encounters, an Instagram photo contest, Uncle’s Deli hot dog cart, campfire s’mores, Ben’s Ice Cream Truck, and more! Scavenger hunt prizes include tree saplings donated by Almstead Trees. “Every smile and joyful moment spent in the park at the afternoon celebration is another bright memory made possible compliments of nature. It’s going to be a really fun day for all ages, and every plastic bottle and bag picked up during the morning cleanup is a step forward,” said Nature Center Executive Director Leila Wetmore.
