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Fundraiser for Ukraine on Saturday to Feature Performances, Crafts, Pierogi and Activities for Children

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On Saturday, April 23 Housatonic Community College (HCC) will host a fundraiser for Ukraine featuring a craft fair, art auction and culturally immersive event. — an announcement from Housatonic Community College
The fundraiser, which will take place from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., will feature live performances, craft sales, pierogi sales and activities for children. All activities will take place in the HCC campus courtyard at 900 Lafayette Blvd., Bridgeport, off of Interstate 95 Exit 27. A $2 donation is encouraged and all proceeds will go to help the people of Ukraine. Free parking is available and the community is encouraged to attend.

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After 2 Years Online, Tiny Miracles Foundation Again Has In-Person Fundraising Gala — on May 6

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The Tiny Miracles Foundation, headquartered in Darien, will host its annual fundraising event on Friday, May 6, at The Loading Dock in Stamford. Inspired by the Roaring 20’s, the theme of this year’s event is “Miracles … And All That Jazz,” and it will honor three community leaders who have shown great support for The Tiny Miracles Foundation and its mission. — an announcement from The Tiny Miracles Foundation

“After two years of hosting our gala virtually due to COVID, we are thrilled to be able to come together in person once again in support of families of premature babies,” said Tina Tison, executive director of Tiny Miracles. “It promises to be a fun-filled night, but most importantly, it will celebrate local leaders who have made a difference in the lives of families in our community experiencing the trauma of pre-term birth, while raising necessary funds to support the vital work of Tiny Miracles.”

The event will honor Meltem Seli, MD, and Réal and Tara Leclerc. Dr. Seli is an attending neonatologist, Connecticut Children’s Specialty Group, Nuvance Health at Norwalk and Danbury Hospitals.

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Square Dazzling December YWCA Darien/Norwalk 2021

Dazzling December Shopping Night at Everything Is Rosey Supports YW’s Parent Awareness Programs

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YWCA of Darien/Norwalk’s annual Dazzling December shopping event, a fun and festive evening celebrating the upcoming holiday season, will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 9 at Everything is Rosey in Darien. — an announcement from the YWCA of Darien/Norwalk

Everything is Rosey at 1072 Post Road in Darien offers a wide array of colorful apparel, resort wear and unique holiday gifts. Light hors d’oeuvres and complimentary wine tastings will be served by local Scout & Cellar representative Sally Betz. Several gift baskets will be raffled off throughout the evening.

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Donate to the Darien Human Services Holiday Gift-Giving Program

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Celebrate the holidays by bringing joy to a struggling family or senior. You can do it through the Darien Human Services Department’s holiday gift-giving program. — an announcement from the Darien Human Services Department

Families range in size from two to six people. Due to COVID-19, we are asking for donations of gift cards (you will receive suggestions to make things more personalized). Drop off the gift cards in our office and your “adopted” family or senior will pick them up from us.

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Darien Again Faces Ancient Rival New Canaan For the Coveted ‘Most Generous Town’ Title

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The week before Thanksgiving, Darien and New Canaan will face off once again to see which town can capture the title of “Most Generous Town” by raising the most funds for either The Community Fund of Darien or the New Canaan Community Foundation. — an announcement from The Community Fund of Darien

This year, the competition begins on Thursday, Nov. 18, and ends at midnight on Thanksgiving. Donors can contribute to The Community Fund of Darien by texting DARIEN to 203-871-0808 during this time window or by visiting the TCF website. The winning town will own the “Turkey Trophy” and bragging rights for the year, and their residents will take pride in the knowledge that their community makes charitable giving a priority.

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Tina Tison executive directorThe Tiny Miracles Foundation

Marketing Veteran Tina Tison Named Executive Director of Darien-Based Tiny Miracles Foundation

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The Tiny Miracles Foundation, a Darien-based not-for-profit organization set up to help area families with premature babies, has announced Tina Tison as its new executive director. — an announcement from The Tiny Miracles Foundation

Tison joins the foundation from The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, where she was director of marketing since 2016. “I am looking forward to working with our partners and volunteers to guide and support families impacted by prematurity,” Tison said. “The Foundation has an incredibly important mission and has helped so many families since its creation.”

Ashley Dineen, president of the Foundation’s Board of Directors, said, “We’re so pleased to welcome Tina, and know that her skills, experience, energy and vision will lift the organization to new levels.”

Tison will direct the foundation’s efforts to help preemie parents in Fairfield and New Haven counties through critical times, as well as to enhance neonatal intensive care unit services and improve the short- and long-term outcomes for local preterm babies and their families. The Foundation operates in-NICU programs at the Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital (YNHCH) Bridgeport and New Haven campuses, St.

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These Roads Will Have Delays During ‘Run With the Saints’ 5K Road Race on Sunday

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Several roads on both sides of Rings End Bridge will be closed temporarily Sunday, Nov. 7, for the “Run With The Saints” 5K Road Race, starting at 11:35 a.m. at St. Luke’s Church, 1864 Post Road. — an announcement from Darien police

The race should last about 45 minutes, a police announcement said. Anyone who wants to participate can register by midnight on Friday, but not on race day, itself.

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‘Run With the Saints’ 5K Run and 1K Walk Coming Nov 7, Benefits St Luke’s Work in Cuba

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Saint Luke’s Parish in Darien invites the community to lace up for the 5th annual Run with the Saints. The event benefits St. Luke’s work on behalf of an Episcopal parish in Cuba. The fundraiser, which takes place on Sunday, November 7 beginning at 11:35 a.m. (sharp), offers a choice of a 3-mile run or a 1-mile kids/adult walk, both along a beautiful route by the water. — an announcement from St.

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Help Darienites Who Need It Most With A Gift Card Distributed by Darien Human Services Dept

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The Darien Department of Human Services is holding a Thanksgiving Grocery Store Gift Card Drive. — an announcement from Darien Department of Human Services

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, food insecurity has become more and more prevalent in our area. With food prices increasing, it is getting difficult for some of our neighbors to put food on the table. The food drive takes place from Monday, Nov. 1, through Tuesday, Nov.

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Men: Throw an Axe, It’s the Charitable Thing To Do

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Gentlemen, channel your inner lumberjack and join The Community Fund of Darien on Thursday, Nov. 4 for a men’s charity night of axe throwing. Did we mention there’ll be beer and bourbon? First-timers are welcome, an axe master will tell you how it’s done, and organizers say “the lanes are safely gated off.” Just throw in the right direction and everything should work out fine.

At Home In Darien 2021
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Darien Seniors Invited to Apply for Free Leaf-Raking and Snow-Shoveling Services

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Fall leaf-raking and winter snow-shoveling services are available for Darien seniors again this year, At Home In Darien announced. — an announcement from At Home In Darien

The program matches seniors who are in need of assistance with volunteers. Please note volunteers can only shovel public sidewalks. While both outdoor chores can be good exercise, they can be tiring and sometimes hazardous chores for seniors. Leaf raking, show shoveling and other volunteer services can help seniors remain in their homes in town without worrying about simple things like household chores and maintenance.

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You Can Still Register for Abilis Walk/Run in Greenwich This Sunday, Oct 17

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It’s time for the annual Walk/Run for Abilis event! For the 16th annual year, Walk/run for Abilis will take place on Sunday, Oct. 17 at Greenwich Point Park. — an announcement from Abilis

Participants can walk or run in-person or participant virtually from anywhere in the world. Participants are encouraged to register in advance at abilis.us/walkrun.

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Fireside Darien Nature Center 2021 fundraiser

SOLD OUT: Darien Nature Center Thanks Supporters of Saturday’s ‘Fireside’ Fundraiser

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Plans for the Darien Nature Center’s fundraising party, Fireside, are well underway thanks to continued financial and in-kind support from the community. Although tickets are sold out for Saturday’s event, sponsorship opportunities are still available. — an announcement from Darien Nature Center

The 4th annual event will be held outdoors at the Nature Center at 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 16 at 7:00 PM to a sold-out crowd. “We are beyond grateful for the excitement surrounding this year’s Fireside, especially after being forced to cancel last year,” said Event Co-Chair Meaghan Hetherington.

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Comedy Night The Undies Project Kelly MacFarland Buddy Fitzpatrick

Tickets Now on Sale for Nov 4 Cocktails & Comedy Fundraiser to Benefit The Undies Project

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Tickets are now on sale for Cocktails & Comedy, a fundraiser for The Undies Project, which takes place virtually on Thursday, Nov. 4. — an announcement from The Undies Project

Laugh for a cause from 7:30 to 9 p.m., from the comfort of your own home, with comics Kelly MacFarland and Buddy Fitzpatrick. MacFarland has appeared on the Today Show, Comedy Central, NBC’s Last Comic Standing and Comics Come Home 25 at the Boston TD Garden. She can be heard on SiriusXM radio.

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Stamford (and Darien’s) Men’s Homeless Shelter, Pacific House, Hosts Online Fundraiser Oct 21

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When Pacific House hosts its 20th Annual Celebration on Thursday, Oct. 21, it will honor five community partners that helped the organization weather the storm throughout the pandemic. — an announcement from Pacific House
The Pacific House 2021 Community Partnership Honorees are: Sam Cingari of The Cingari Family, Grade A – ShopRite; Community Health Center Inc.; First Congregational Church of Greenwich; New Covenant Center/Catholic Charities of Fairfield County; and Robert Morris, founder and managing partner of Olympus Partners. “The unwavering support these individuals and organizations provided throughout the past year is nothing short of heroic,” said Rafael Pagan, Jr., executive director of Pacific House. “The pandemic upended our day-to-day operations, causing us to mobilize quickly to protect the safety of our clients,” Pagan said.