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What are the signs and symptoms of depression? How can I help my child, relative or sibling? How do I protect myself while supporting a person suffering from depression? Answers to these questions and a discussion about depression will be presented by Robert DiRoma. (more…) Continue Reading →
All 4th Graders in Darien are welcome to attend the “Annual Spring 4th Grade Depot Party!” (more…) Continue Reading →
The Depot Darien Youth Center presents “Come & Let’s Talk: Juuls & Vapes” ab0ut what teens should know about vaping, particularly with the “Juuls” brand. The presentation takes place at 7:30 p.m. tonight at The Depot, 25 Heights Road. (more…) Continue Reading →
Dear Depot Community:
It is my pleasure to announce the launch of two annual scholarships to be awarded to two graduating seniors from the Depot Community. These awards will be presented at Darien High School on May 24 beginning at 6:30 p.m. (more…) Continue Reading →
For High School Parents: Learn more about free education support while transitioning from High School to College. Join Denise and Mike from Laurel House from 8 to 9 p.m., Thursday, March 29 at the Depot. (more…) Continue Reading →
Find out about the history and present organization of the Darien Police Department in a one-hour presentation by two police detectives Thursday evening, March 22 at the Depot. (more…) Continue Reading →
The public is invited to an informal workshop/discussion on vapes, e-cigarettes and “Juuls” at the Depot, Darien’s youth center, on Thursday, March 15 as part of the Depot’s “Coffee & Conversations” series. The event takes place from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. (more…) Continue Reading →
The Darien Depot Teen Center invites you to a free parent seminar, “Essential Steps to Get Your Rising 9th and 10th Grader School and College-Admissions Ready” at 7 p.m., Thursday, March 1. (more…) Continue Reading →
Myths about eating disorders and how to help a friend who may have one are the subjects of this month’s “Teen Talk” program on Tuesday, Feb. 27 at The Depot Teen Center. (more…) Continue Reading →
Does your 6th-8th Grader want to get certified by the Red Cross for babysitting? This course is $150 and designed for young people to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care to infants and children in a residential setting. (more…) Continue Reading →
TEEN TALK, the Depot’s newest program for teens only, is meeting tonight, Jan. 23) from 7 to 8:15 p.m.
This month’s discussion will be addressing drugs and how to help friends/family that are using; the correlation between opioid use and suicide, and finding resources to help. (more…) Continue Reading →
BE AFRAID….be VERY afraid…..! The “Monster Mash” Halloween bash takes place at the Depot Youth Center on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and you’ll have a terrifyingly good time. (more…) Continue Reading →
Now hanging at the Depot Youth Center, a “Hope and Remembrance” banner with pictures of those who passed away due to drug overdoses. Next to it is a display pledge cards signed by people committed to reaching out to others “who might be struggling” with substance abuse or addiction. The banner includes names and pictures of people from both Darien and New Canaan, the town where it originated. The Depot is encouraging people to come see the banner and add their pledges. (more…) Continue Reading →
The Darien Depot Youth Center is hosting a workshop for parents of students in Grades 9 and 10 with advice on getting them ready for school and college admissions. The free seminar, presented by Successful Study Skills 4 Students and Collegewise, starts at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 2 at the Depot, 25 Heights Road. (more…) Continue Reading →
Some experts have said one in four girls between 13 and 21 is experiencing some form of teen dating violence; and one in 10 girls is experiencing physical teen dating violence. (more…) Continue Reading →