Food & Drink, Restaurants & Bars
Raphael’s Bakery Is Now Serving French Baked Goods at Its New Location in Noroton Heights
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Raphaël’s Bakery of Greenwich is expanding into Darien with the opening of its second location, the shop recently announced.
Twelve Humorous Anecdotes from Train Conductor Michael Shaw’s Book (with a Hundred More)
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Being a train conductor seems like a simple, boring job: collecting tickets, opening and closing doors, reminding people to keep their feet off the seats. Yawn.
But there’s a lighter side to the job, as I wrote a few years ago, based on former conductor Michael Shaw’s great book, “My Rail Life” after he retired from a 36 year career on the New Haven line. He clearly loved his job. And he swears these stories are true.
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: October 2 to 9
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Oct. 2 to 9, 2025:
A Dozen Humorous Anecdotes from the Irrepressible Former New Haven Line Conductor, Michael Shaw
Being a train conductor seems like a simple, boring job: collecting tickets, opening and closing doors, reminding people to keep their feet off the seats. Yawn.
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: June 19 to 26
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from June 19 to 26, 2025:
More Headlines
Eyelash, Nails & Spa, Physical Therapy Shops Coming to Darien Commons
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: January 2 to 9
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: May 16 to 23
Darien Obituaries 2025
John McDonald, 95, in Noroton Yacht Club for Six Decades, Helped Establish Plastic Recycling Standard
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John Miller McDonald Jr., known to most as Sandy, died on Aug. 25. He was 95 and lived most recently in Northampton, Masachusetts.
Education
Teachers (and One Guest Per Teacher) Get in Free at the Maritime Aquarium This Saturday, Nov 15
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As educators prepare to enrich their curriculum and plan meaningful field trips throughout the school year, The Maritime Aquarium invites them to its annual Teacher’s Day celebration on Saturday Nov. 15.
Nearby College News: No WSCU Application Fees in Nov, UConn Stamford Tours, Honoring the Late Jane Goodall
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WCSU waives application fees through Nov. 30 for first-year, transfer and graduate students
Western Connecticut State University will waive the application fee for first-year, transfer, and graduate students who apply to the university from now to Nov. 30, 2025. Admissions decisions for Fall 2026 will begin going out in early December. To apply or for more information, go to wcsu.edu/admissions/apply/ or call the Admissions Office at (203) 837-9000.
Darien TV Newsletter 2025
Here’s Darien TV’s Report Giving a Sample of What Can Be Found on the Cable Channel (You Can Also Subscribe)
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DarienTV envisions a Darien where every resident is empowered with the civic information they need to become full participants in our democracy.
Darien Railroad Station 2025
CT Dept of Transportation to Host Tour of Darien Train Station Redevelopment Project on Monday
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On Monday morning, the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) will host a tour of the ongoing redevelopment project at the Darien Train Station.
Darien Obituaries 2025
Robert Gaines, 87, Active Alumnus Who Volunteered at Three of His Alma Maters, Loved Backgammon
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Robert Livingston Gaines, 87, passed away peacefully in Darien on Monday, Nov. 3, surrounded by his family.
Barrett Bookstore 2025
Former Huskies Basketball Coach Jim Calhoun to Speak About His New Book at Barrett Bookstore Nov 16
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Legendary University of Connecticut basketball coach Jim Calhoun is coming to Barrett with his co-author Don Amore to meet fans and patrons and sign copies of More than a Game: How the UConn Basketball Dynasty Was Built On a Culture of Caring.
Darien Real Estate 2025
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: October 30 to November 6
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Oct. 30 to Nov. 6, 2025:
Theater
Theatre 308 Stages ‘Almost, Maine’ Nov 13 to 15, an ‘Amiably Absurdist’ Play About Love’s Many Faces
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This November, Theatre 308 students will be bringing stories of love, friendship and connection to the stage with John Cariani’s Almost, Maine.
Art Exhibits
Art by Darien Students on Exhibit at Upper Crust Bakery and Cafe Nov 6 Through Mid-January
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The 11th annual K-12 Art Show has been installed at Upper Crust Bakery and Café. The show will feature different mediums of art from students of all ages, and is an incredible display of young and aspiring talent.
An opening reception for the exhibit runs from 4 to 6 p.m., today, Thursday, Nov 6, at the cafe, located at 980 Post Road.
Goodbye
So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish
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Darienite.com is closing down within the next several days. No more articles and events listings will be posted after the next several days. For anybody who ever helped Darienite to get the news out, I can’t thank you enough.
Darien Obituaries 2025
Sally Dohm, 82, DHS Class of ’62, Helped Run Darien Hardware, Launched Darien Cooking and Gifts
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Sally Van Doren Dohm, 82, of Seaside Park, New Jersey, passed away on Oct. 25, 2025, in her home after a lengthy decline in her health.
Christmas 2025
Get Your Gifts Wrapped at The Depot’s “Wrap Up” Dec. 18 to 23 for a Minimum Donation of $40
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This holiday season, skip the scissors and tape and let The Depot’s team of student “elves” handle the wrapping!
From Dec. 18 through Dec. 23, The Depot Youth Center will host Darien’s biggest holiday hack: the annual “Wrap Up,” which raises money for The Depot.
Government & Politics
First Selectman: Town Debt Has Grown and Will Grow Further; Its Peak Will Be About One Eighth of the Town Budget
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First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky in the selectman’s every-other-week edition of the Town of Darien newsletter (sent out last Friday, Oct. 31). This week the newsletter is mostly about the town debt and bonding:
Darien Obituaries 2025
William Banks III, 93, Lived in Darien for Six Decades, Loved Sailing, Skiing, Tennis, Woodworking
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William H. Banks III, a longtime resident of Darien, died on Nov. 1, 2025, at the age of 93.
Government & Politics
Darien’s Veterans Day Observation Takes Place at 10:30 AM, November 11 in Front of Town Hall
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The town Monuments and Ceremonies Commission invites you to participate in our annual Veterans Day observation on at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 11 at Veterans’ Circle, immediately in front of Darien Town Hall.
Talking Transportation 2025
Night Driving: Tips to Make It Safer
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Blinded by the light
Revved up like a deuce
Another runner in the night
— Manfred Mann
Has this ever happened to you? You’re driving on a narrow road in the dark, when the headlights of oncoming traffic suddenly blind you, leaving you wondering where the road is and whether you might crash.
Darien Real Estate 2025
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: October 23 to 30
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Oct. 23 to 30, 2025:
Darien Obituaries 2025
Edward Giles, 86, Grew Up in Darien, Directed a Community Center, Ran a Bus Company, Loved Golf and Boating
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Edward “Eddie” Meredith Giles, 86, of Apollo Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Darien Obituaries 2025
Donald Brunner, 96, DHS Class of ’47, Enjoyed Gardening, Golf
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Donald Albert Brunner passed peacefully Oct. 20, 2025 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. he was 96.
Community Organizations
Darien Community Association Announces New Board, Goals for the 2025-2026 Year
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The Darien Community Association’s Board of Directors has a new member and some changes in offices within the board for the next 12 months, the organization announced on Thursday.
The DCA announced also outlined the organization’s goals and plans for the coming year.