Gingerbread house decorating Darien Community Association 2018

Girls’ Night Out Gingerbread House Decorating at the DCA

The DCA and Palmer’s Catering will provide light bites, wine, gingerbread houses and all of the decorating supplies you’ll need. on Thursday, Dec. 13, from 7 to 9 p.m. You supply the creativity! Gather your friends, neighbors, or book group! As one participant raved, “It’s like no other event of its kind—low key, lots of fun, and a really nice evening out with friends before the holiday rush begins.”
You’ll be supporting a great cause — the nonprofit mission of the DCA — which includes college scholarships for Darien High School graduates.

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Festive Christmas English Tea at the Darien Community Association

Chef/caterer Laura Christie of Christie Caters is passionate about using high-quality, fresh and locally-grown ingredients. Join us as she brings her inventive twist on an English tea to our historic mansion this holiday season. A festive afternoon tea is the coziest way to relax and celebrate the holiday season, so gather some friends and join us for a delightful afternoon! Laura’s menu includes a variety of mini scones and tea sandwiches, with some creative updates and additions, such as goat cheese and apple scones, and mini avocado toast with micro greens. A third course of mini butternut squash and sage quiche enhances this wonderful culinary experience.

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Holiday Greens Wreath Workshop at the DCA

Join our Greenhouse Group on Thursday morning, Nov. 29 as they lead you in this hands-on workshop to make a festive wreath of your very own. Bring your gloves, pruners and imagination and we’ll provide the rest, including fresh greens, ribbons and embellishments. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. Have coffee from 9:30 to 10 a.m. The workshop takes place from 10 to 11 a.m.

The cost to participate for DCA members $20; all others, $30. Prepayment is required by Monday, Nov.

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Bring Your Kids to DCA to Visit Santa and Get Their Picture Taken With Him

Santa’s coming to visit Darien Community Association, and you and your children are invited for some holiday cheer, and to take the classic photos you enjoy every year! — an announcement from Darien Community Association

The highlight of the party will be your little one’s visit with Santa, set against the backdrop of a full-size Christmas tree nestled within our historic home. When there’s a line, adults will find plenty of chairs, and toddlers will have some little things to keep them occupied, including holiday cookies and juice. Click here to see pictures from last year’s Christmas party with Santa.

Ken Skovron Darien Cheese and Fine Foods

Learn About Pairing Wine and Cheese at a DCA Tasting Lunch on Thursday

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The Darien Community Association is offering a “cheese and wine tasting luncheon” on Thursday, Nov. 1 with Ken Skovron of Darien Cheese and Fine Foods. If you want to go, you’ll need to register and pay by noon on Tuesday. — an announcement from the Darien Community Association

Skovron will lead you through a delectable selection of eight cheeses with a variety of textures and flavors, including recommendations for the holidays at the Darien Community Association. The event takes place from 12:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., Thursday. Megan Ruppenstein of Four Forks prepares the perfect accompaniment: her delicious seasonal salad of arugula, figs, roasted delicata squash and toasted pecans, with an orange cinnamon vinaigrette.

Darienite Brian Rolapp, NFL Chief Media Officer, Speaks at DCA

The DCA Executive Speaker Series, “Darien Neighbors, Global Players,” continues on Thursday April 19 at 7:45 p.m., with Brian Rolapp, the National Football League’s chief media and business officer. Football is a part of American culture, and the NFL is regularly in the news. Come hear the story behind the headlines, and learn more about the business of football. Ticket prices include a 7 p.m. reception, with wine from JetBlue’s Mint premium travel experience – featuring some of America’s best boutique wines. Attendees will also have the opportunity to win special items to benefit the nonprofit mission of the DCA.

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Speakers in DCA Series include JetBlue CEO, Oxford Health Founder, NFL Exec

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Three executives of major companies who happen to live in Darien are speaking as part of a monthly series organized by the Darien Community Association. The “Darien Neighbors, Global Players” series takes place once a month on Tuesday evenings in March, April and May, and tickets are now on sale. From the DCA announcement:

This series will spotlight some of our very own local residents. You may know them as friends or neighbors — but they are also some of the most successful leaders and innovators in their respective fields. They will discuss issues and trends in their industry, share insights about their company, and what they have learned in their business careers.