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You Can Still Register for a Class Saturday on Adobe Software at Darien Library

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Editor’s note: This free class at Darien Library takes place from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 20 (tomorrow) and it isn’t full yet. It costs nothing but your time and energy. Whether you are a small business owner, entrepreneur, graphic designer, or are just simply interested in creating a specific work such as a brochure, join us! This class will go step by step in helping you create a compelling stand out flyer or design a newsletter format for a published work.

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Artist Sam Morrow Leads Darien Arts Center Photography Class for Kids, Painting Class for Adults

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Artist Sam Morrow is leading the Digital Photography class for ages 9-12, starting Friday, Oct. 5, and an Oil Painting class for adults at the Darien Arts Center, starting Oct. 10. Morrow has taught at local art centers including Silvermine, Rowayton Arts Center, Greenwich Art Society and Ridgefield Guild of Artists, as well as at East Tennessee State University and Virginia Intermont. He has a BFA from St.

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Workshop Series for Teens Who Want to Sharpen Theater Auditioning Skills

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The Audition Workout, an intensive workshop for high school students at the Darien Arts Center, promises to hone auditioning skills and give participants the tools to make every audition a positive experience. _____________

— an announcement from Darien Arts Center

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The DAC’s theatre department has invited local industry professionals Claire Kelly, Carole Claps, Jenifer Menedis, and Dwayne Condon to share their expertise in this workshop series. The series consists of three sessions, taking place from 7 to 9 p.m. on Sept. 26, Oct. 1 and Oct.

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New Classes Offered This Fall at Darien Arts Center, and You Can Register Now

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Darien Arts Center is offering some new classes this fall, and registration is now open for educational programs in dance, visual arts, music, theater and martial arts, along with special events and community theater produced by DAC Stage. For further information, to sign up for email newsletters, or to register for classes, visit the Darien Arts Center website or call (203) 655-8683. The DAC is located at 2 Renshaw Road, behind the Town Hall. For Ages 3 Through High School
THEATRE:
NEW! — Middle School Theatre Makers, ages 11-14, Tuesdays, 4 to 5:15 p.m., Sept. 11-Nov.

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New Playwriting Workshop Offered by Darien Arts Center: Starts Sept 20

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Adult students will be inspired to shape their ideas and start, rewrite or complete their scripts with internationally produced playwright Jason Pizzarello, in the new Playwriting Workshop at the Darien Arts Center. The workshop, available to those 18 and older, takes place on Thursdays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sept. 20 through Nov. 1. — an announcement from Darien Arts Center

Over the six-session workshop, students will conquer the blank page together by focusing on core story building blocks: character, conflict, structure, dialog, dramatic action, and theatricality.

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Art, Dance, Music, Martial Arts Classes at Darien Arts Center: Register Soon

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The Darien Arts Center is offering a variety of creative opportunities for winter and spring of 2018, as well as Improv Night for adults on Feb. 3. View all classes and workshops and register at darienarts.org. The DAC is located at 2 Renshaw Road in Darien, behind the Town Hall. For more information, call (203) 655-8683
FOR AGES 3 THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL:
DANCE and MARTIAL ARTS: Spring classes begin Jan.

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You Can Sign Up for One or More Gardening Classes at Darien Nature Center

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The Darien Nature Center is pleased to announce a new gardening series starting this fall and continuing through the winter into spring. We will be joined by master gardener, Eve Mauger, and by native plant and composting enthusiast, Deepika Saksena, as we explore everything from pruning, planting, the benefits of native species, and what to do with those pesky weeds! “Adding native plants to your garden can have remarkable results — adding beautiful color and texture, simplifying care, and attracting birds, butterflies and pollinating bees,” said Mauger, who will be leading the series. “We also want to share tips on gardening basics and composting that every level of gardener can benefit from. Mostly, we will have fun in the garden and learn from each other as we share knowledge and experience.”

All classes will run from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and topics will include:

Propagation — Thursday, Sept.

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Darien Junior Sailing Team Still Has Spots Available for Classes this Summer

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Darien Junior Sailing Team (DJST) is Darien’s best kept secret! There are still some spots available for this summer. Learn to sail without the hassle of owning a boat. Instruction for all levels of sailing and racing for youth ages 8-16 is at Weed Beach. For online registration and details, go to the DJST website. Questions about the program can be emailed to dariensailing@gmail.com. Here’s more bout DJST from the group’s website:
DJST provides all Darien families the opportunity to try the sport of sailing without the hassle and expense of owning your own boat!

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DCA Class on Sparkling Wines Taught by Experts from Nicholas Roberts

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The Darien Community Association (DCA) will feature a class about sparkling wines with Nicholas Roberts from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Wednesday. Join us to experience champagne alternatives that will tickle your nose, sparkle your palate and satisfy your budget. We’ll explore and taste a Prosecco, a Cava, a domestic sparkling wine, and a Crémant. And we’ll throw in the real thing, too, to completely satisfy your taste buds! Fees are $55 for DCA members and $60 for the public.

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YWCA Gardening Classes Are Back: Register Soon

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​The YWCA Darien/Norwalk is pleased to bring back our very popular gardening classes with sought-after Darien landscaper Sara McCool. Courses offered are Pruning/Green Garden​, Perennial Garden and the highly personalized Landscape Design and Practice, where Sara will visit each participant’s home to review their current landscaping and offer advice on the the latest in landscape design. Space is limited, so register early at www.ywcadn.org/gardening​

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DCA Offers Bridge Classes: Register Soon

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The Darien Community Association (DCA) is offering two bridge classes starting in March. Bridge Supervised Play

This will be a one day class with supervised play and hands covering the following topics: Defense, More defense, D.O.N.T., Negative Doubles, Take out Doubles, Michael’s Cue Bid, and Unusual 2 NT. Instructor Joan Bergen.

Bridge Supervised Play will be held on Tuesday, March 14th from 9:30am-11:30am. Course fees are $30, or $25 for DCA members. Prepayment is required, and registration closes on Monday, March 13.

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New Visual Arts Instructor at Darien Arts Center Will Teach Cartooning Class

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The Darien Arts Center is happy to announce the addition of a new Visual Arts instructor, Emily Evans, who is teaching cartooning for 7-12 year olds on Mondays from 4:10-5:10 p.m. from Feb. 6 through May 22. Evans is a graduate of the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan and draws and co-writes a monthly comic strip, Polly Tries. ___________

— an announcement from Darien Arts Center

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She has previously worked as a teaching assistant at the Bush-Holly House in Greenwich and the Silvermine Art Guild in New Canaan. In Evans’ cartooning class, students will design their own characters and learn to use one-panel cartoons and three-panel comic strips.

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Learn Mah Jongg: Six-Week Class at Darien Library Starts Jan 12

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Learn to play American Mah Jongg and enter a fascinating world of bams, dragons and dots. Mah Jongg is an absorbing tile game of skill and chance. Over six weeks, longtime Darien resident Donna Holt will teach players the basics of understanding the tiles and current Mah Jongg card, and how to select and strengthen a winning hand. Rules and strategies of play as well as game etiquette will be covered. REGISTER HERE

This program has multiple sessions
Please check your schedule to ensure you can attend all the listed sessions.

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Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Prevention Class Starts Jan 5

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Register today for this informative course from Grace Farms Foundation and the Norwalk Police Department, designed to educate women and girls on how to protect themselves and reduce their chances of becoming victims of assault and/or domestic violence. The course — including a self-defense demonstration — will address the prevalence of sexual assault on college campuses and the impact drugs and alcohol have on student behavior. The class will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays for five weeks at the West Barn, Grace Farms in New Canaan. Admission is free, but registration is required for the five week course. REGISTER ONLINE HERE

Classes will be held January 5, 10, 12, 17, 24, 26, and 31.