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How to Plan for Getting Long-Term Care: A Presentation Thursday Evening at Darien Library

Previewing Shakespeare on the Sound’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’ — Presentation May 29 at Darien Library

What Goes on in the Minds of Our Canine Friends? Find Out at New Canaan Library Thursday

‘Hiking Ruins of Southern New England’ A Lecture Thursday Evening by Former CT State Archeologist

Thinking About a Strategy to Manage Your Weight? Two Stamford Hospital Doctors to Discuss It at Darien Library

Planning Your Funeral and Legacy, a Three-Part Workshop Series at Darien Library, Starts Tuesday, May 7

Presentation on ‘The Power of Trees’ Thursday Evening, May 9 at Darien Library

How to Help a Teen Manage Stress in a High-Achievement Environment: Online Presentation May 15

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Historian Jon Meacham Talks Online Feb 8 on the Art of Leadership

U.S. Sen Chris Murphy and Former GOP Congressman to Discuss Climate Change in Online Event

New Professional Development Networking Series Announced by Darien Chamber, HAYVN

Webinar on Feb 8: How to Coach Your Teen or Tween to Make Better Decisions in Tricky Social Situations

Fairfield U Offers Three Lectures on Different Topics, The First Takes Place on Wednesday

‘Smart’ Recovery from Marijuana Addiction: Online Presentation, 7 to 8 PM, Wednesday

Best-Selling Author Talks About ‘Educational Reparations’ Feb 6 at Fairfield University

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Lou and Jessica Pelletier, advisors at Pelletier Senior Planning will host an educational workshop on long-term care planning. addressing the growing need for care among seniors and baby boomers. The two will give an hour-long presentation Thursday evening, May 23, at Darien Library. It’s never too early to plan for the future. — an announcement from Darien Library

This session is vital for understanding available options as the demand for care rises.

Two members of Shakespeare on the Sound will discuss Romeo and Juliet on Wednesday evening, May 29, at Darien Library, two weeks before performances start on June 12 in Rowayton’s Pinkney Park. — an announcement from Darien Library

“For never was a story of more woe than this of Juliet and her Romeo.” ― William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet

It’s almost time for Shakespeare on the Sound, and you can prepare to see this year’s production of Romeo and Juliet. Watch and listen as this play comes to life at Darien Library, just in time for Shakespeare on the Sound’s 28th annual summer production in Rowayton’s Pinkney Park, June 12 through the June 30. Learn the origins of the play, what Shakespeare intended and much more. Shakespeare On the Sound’s Nick Urda and John Love will walk us through this unforgettable play. Until then, fill up on fun facts about the iconic work which was written in the 1590’s:

• Romeo and Juliet first meet on a Sunday evening.

Alexandra Horowitz, a dog researcher and author of “The Year of the Puppy: How Dogs Become Themselves,” will share her knowledge and insights in a presentation at New Canaan Library on Thursday evening, May 23. — an announcement from New Canaan Library

We find our canine companions lovable and entertaining, but also intriguing. Many of us have wondered what drives them to bark, sniff, and play. What goes on in their canine minds? More About Year of the Puppy
Few of us meet our dogs at Day One.

Illustration for "Hiking Ruins of Southern Connecticut 2024

The Museum of Darien will host the lecture: Hiking Ruins of Southern New England, by Nicholas Bellantoni, Connecticut state archeologist, emeritus, on Thursday, May 9, from 7 to 8 p.m.

— an announcement from the Museum of Darien

Bellantoni will bring his passion for history and archeology to life by narrating various hikes through Revolutionary War history, stone ruins, “castles,” and areas of natural beauty on public lands open to hiking — all illustrated in his new book available at Barrett Bookstore in advance, and on the museum website. Bellantoni serves as the emeritus state archaeologist with the Connecticut State Museum of Natural History and is adjunct associate research professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Connecticut. He received his doctorate in anthropology from UConn in 1987 and was shortly thereafter appointed state archaeologist. His duties were many, but primarily include the preservation of archaeological sites in the state. He is a former state commissioner for the Commission on Culture and Tourism and sat on the State Historic Preservation Council for over 12 years.

Darien Library on Wednesday evening, May 8, will host two doctors from Stamford Health who will discuss options people can consider about weight loss. — an announcement from Darien Library

Dr. James Bonheur and Dr. Leo Otake from Stamford Health will discuss A-to-Z considerations for people seeking weight loss, including medical options before and after substantial weight loss. If You’re Going … The presentation runs from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 8, in the Conference Room at Darien Library. You can register here.

A three-part workshop series on planning for your funeral and legacy starts May 7 at Darien Library and runs for two more Tuesdays from 7 to 8 p.m.

— from three announcements from Darien Library

Contemplating the end of your life can evoke various emotions. Yet, finding peace in knowing your final wishes are understood can bring reassurance and comfort to you and your loved ones. Session 1 — May 7
Honoring Your Essence: Exploring Burial Options
In our first session, we delve into the various options for your final resting place. From traditional burials to eco-friendly alternatives, we’ll guide you through the choices available, ensuring your preferences are honored. Key discussion points:

Burial options: embalming, natural burial, cremation (fire or water), natural organic reduction
Setting preferences: viewing arrangements, dressing and styling choices
Final resting place: cemetery, scattering, urn, memorial tree or plant

Join us for these workshops as we explore the profound journey of funeral and legacy planning.

Juliet Cain and Meaghan Hetherington of the Darien Nature Center will talk about the “Power of Trees,” on Thursday evening, May 9, at Darien Library, discussing how much trees contribute to our lives, including how they help the environment and provide mental health benefits. — an announcement from Darien Library

Do you know how much trees contribute to your daily life? Any elementary student can tell you that through a chemical reaction known as photosynthesis trees produce and release oxygen, an essential element for all living things. However, trees do much more than produce oxygen and beautify our landscapes. They also remove tons of climate-warming carbon dioxide and other harmful gases from the air we breathe, they cool the earth’s air and surface temperatures, and they provide food and habitats for thousands of animal species and other wildlife.

Surviving the Pressure Cooker Zoom Webinar 2024

Parents and teens concerned about managing the stress that comes with living in a high-achievement environment are invited to a Zoom conversation on the subject Wednesday, May 15. Dr. Amanda Craig, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and Rebecca Campbell, Director of Therapeutic Services at Sasco River Center, will discuss the problem. — an announcement from Thriving Youth Darien

“Surviving the Pressure Cooker: How to Help Teens Manage the Need to Succeed” will unravel the complexities of performance-driven culture and help us empower adolescents maintain a healthy balance between their goals and their mental health. An anonymous audience Q&A session will follow the discussion. The program is presented by Thriving Youth Darien, The Depot and YWCA Parent Awareness.

Presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jon Meacham will discuss “The Art of Leadership: Lessons From the American Presidency,” on Thursday evening, Feb. 8, at Greenwich Library and streamed online via Zoom.com. The event is free. Meacham will sign copies of his book, but no seats are available. Registration can get you put on the waiting list.

U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy and former U.S. Rep. Bob Inglis (R-SC) will discuss the importance of bi-partisan cooperation on climate change issues in an online event Feb. 26 sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Greenwich. — an announcement from the League of Women Voters of Greenwich

Murphy will talk about his legislative progress in tackling environmental challenges with his Republican colleagues in Congress. Inglis, currently the executive director of RepublicEN, will discuss his evolution on this issue, along with his mission to re-frame the issue of climate change in a way that better engages fellow conservatives. The talk will be via Zoom from 11 to 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Feb 26.

The Darien Chamber of Commerce, collaborating with HAYVN Coworking Community, is presenting a Professional Development and Networking Series, with the first of three networking event on Feb. 13. — an announcement from the Darien Chamber of Commerce

The series is aimed at empowering members and the community with insights into key business areas. Registration is open for “How to 10X your Business with AI” with Maria Fernanda Ordonez, CEO & founder of 360AdMedia & Richard Glover, CEO & founder of The Social Media Agency, taking place Feb. 13.

Webinar The Social Scene Thriving Youth Darien

Thriving Youth Darien and two other area organizations are sponsoring a webinar on how to help your teen/tween make healthy decisions, especially about substance abuse, and particularly at parties and other social events. The workshop will also offer tips for talking about the potential risks and consequences of substance use — its impact on physical health, mental well-being, academic performance, and future opportunities. — an announcement from Thriving Youth Darien
The Problem
The Thriving Youth Darien 2023 Youth Survey of 6th-12th graders showed that the most significant increases in alcohol use happen between 8th and 9th grade, and then again between 11th and 12th grade – most often at a party or with friends at a home. How can you help your kids stay safe & manage tricky social situations? More About the Webinar
Joyce Sixsmith, Darien High School’s connections counselor, and John Hamilton, president and CEO of Liberation Programs, will speak at the Feb.

Tickets are now on sale at Fairfield University for three upcoming lectures: One on a museum guard’s transformational journey, another on the ethics surrounding AI, and the third on the artistic legacy of Edward Hopper. — an announcement from Fairfield University

The lectures take place at the university’s Dolan School of Business Event Hall, located in the new Dolan Business School Building. Each lecture starts at 7:30 p.m. The first is this Wednesday, Jan, 24, the others on Jan. 30 and Feb. 21. Tickets ($30 each for the general public, $10 for Quick members) are available on the Quick Center website.

Smart Approaches to Marijuana zoom presentation

Jordan Davidson, a man in long-term recovery and manager at Smart Approaches to Marijuana, will discuss addiction recovery from today’s marijuana in an online presentation from 7 to 8 p.m. tonight, Wednesday, Jan. 17. — an announcement from the New Canaan Parent Support Group

To get the Zoom.com link, register here. About the Presenter
— from the Smart Approaches to Marijuana website

Jordan Davidson serves as government affairs manager at Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM). When he was 17 years old, Jordan entered long-term addiction recovery after struggling with cannabis use disorder.

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New York Times best-selling author, Bettina L. Love, PhD, will be Fairfield University’s keynote speaker at the 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation entitled “Punished For Dreaming: The Case for Abolitionist Teacher and Educational Reparations,”on Feb. 6. This year’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. observance takes place at 5:30 p.m. at the Quick Center for the Arts. The convocation is free and open to the public. A week of programming celebrating the life and influence of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., will be held from Feb.