Chili Challenge Darien Nature Center 9-10-16

Chili Challenge Coming to Darien Nature Center 7 PM, Saturday, Sept 17

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On Saturday, Sept. 17, Darien Nature Center will hold its fourth annual Chili Challenge, a festive event with local chefs rolling up their sleeves and competing for the title of “Best Chili.”

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— an announcement from the Darien Nature Center

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All three firehouses — Darien, Noroton and Noroton Heights — and 10 (community/neighborhood) restaurants and grocers — Abello’s Deli, Bodega Taco Bar, Darien Diner, Darien Social, Fjord Fish Market, Jimmy’s Southside Tavern, Michael Joseph’s Catering, Rory’s Restaurant, Ten Twenty Post, and Whole Foods — will create unique chili recipes and serve them to our guests and distinguished judges — Amanda Smith (of Amanda Smith Caterers), Megan Ruppenstein (of Four Forks), Rob Williamson (of Uncle’s Deli), and First Selectman Jayme Stevenson. REGISTER NOW

2016 features:

Dancing to live music courtesy of the Truck Stop Troubadours
A silent auction featuring many wonderful, valuable items and packages
Spirits, games and a mechanical bull to keep everyone entertained
Vegetarian and fish options
Additional culinary tastings from the Darien Cheese Shop and El Placerito Taco Truck

Please join us for the best party in Darien!!!  

Editor’s note: This article originally was published Sept. 11.

Halloween Hoot and Howl 2015

Halloween Hoot & Howl at Darien Nature Center

Darien Nature Center’s “Halloween Hoot and Howl” event on Sunday includes a magic show, hay rides, refreshments (including s’mores), crafts, a Fall hike, story telling, live animals, crafts and face painting. The cost is $5 per person and no advanced purchase or registration is necessary. Tickets are available at the door.