Come See ‘Moana’ at 4:15 PM, Weds, Nov 30; Donate a Toy/Gift for Admission

Attention movie lovers: Mark your calendars on Wednesday, Nov. 30, the annual “Community-Wide Movie” benefiting the Darien Human Services Holiday gift drive will again take place at the Darien Playhouse. Sponsored by the Darien Youth Commission, the Darien Human Services Department, the Depot’s Helping Hand Club and the movie theater, this year’s film is Disney’s latest release: “MOANA.”
This movie premieres in theaters on Wednesday, Nov. 23. Please consider waiting until Wednesday the 30th to bring the whole family to the movie!!

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Talk on Vaping, E-Cigarettes and Chewing Tobacco

Drug Counselor Dennis Bludnicki will talk about vaping, E-cigarettes and chewing tobacco as part of the “Coffee & Conversations” program at The Depot youth center from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 10. Please register for this event. Dennis Bludnicki has been with Liberation Programs, Inc. for over 12 years; initially working as a drug counselor at Greenwich Youth Options for seven years. He later was a counselor at Liberation’s Outpatient Clinic in Stamford facilitating early recovery skills to adults dealing with alcohol and other drug addictions through individual, group and family counseling suffering.

Stress Management for Parents

PARENTS, learn how to reduce your stress so that you may help your child develop healthy coping skills. Alanna Voloshin, LCSW is intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and has dedicated the past five years to working with adolescents in the Transitional Living Program at Silver Hill Hospital, and the past year and half working in the Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program, which are both Dialectical Behavior Therapy based programs.
Upon receiving her Master of Social Work degree from Simmons College, she functioned as a Residential Counselor for the Transitional Living program and after receiving her clinical license became the Program Manager for the Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program. This program is part of the Coffee and Conversations Parent Series and co-sponsored with Silver Hill Hospital. Oct. 20
7:30 to 9 p.m.
The Depot Darien Youth Center, 25 Heights Road
Please RSVP, http://ccstressmanagement102016.eventbrite.com
The Depot Darien Youth Center welcomes all Darien-resident middle and high school youth from MMS, DHS, private schools and home schooled to create new programs, join programs and activities, and access resources.

Navigating the World of College Test Prep

FREE presentation for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors and their parents! Join us for a presentation by Carnegie Pollak on navigating the world of college test prep. Find out the differences between the SAT and ACT – and how to prepare for these tests. For more information, visit carnegiepollak.com

‘Permissive Parenting’ — Discussion for Parents at The Depot

Members of SADD Darien Chapter will be hosting an open discussion on permissive parenting for PARENTS from 7:30 to 9 p.m., Wednesday May 18 at The Depot. Topics covered will include:

Underage parties (liability, citations)

Social pressures (social media, who are your kids’ friends)

How to be an ACTIVE parent (open communication with youth)

and MORE

Please register here.  

Presentation: ‘What Do I Do If I Think My Friend Has an Eating Disorder?’

Mother/Daughter Date Night: “What do I do if I think my friend has an eating disorder? If you are middle school student and this dilemma is relevant to you, please attend our upcoming presentation and discussion led by Erin Kleifield, PhD. Dr. Kleifield is the Director of Eating Disorders at Silver Hill Hospital. The event takes place from 7 to 8 p.m., Thursday, May 12 at The Depot – Darien Youth Center, 25 Heights Road. Register here.

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Kid Ace Magic Show Comes to Darien Depot

Depot Youth Center will host The “Kid Ace” Magic Show, Sunday, May 1 at 3 p.m.  This fun event is to benefit The Depot chapter of SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions). There is everything you expect from a magician and then, there is Kid Ace. In early 2015, the NFL selected Kid Ace as a featured artist in their Super Bowl campaign, beating out many other entertainers who applied for the position. Whether headlining sold out shows in the heart of Times Square or performing for thousands at Ahoy Stadium in the Netherlands, there is no doubt that the future is bright for this rising star in the field of entertainment. His unique blend of illusion, comedy and modern style makes his live show a guaranteed winner for our generation.

Parents of 4th, 5th Graders: Open House at the Depot Thursday

Please join us for an informal, informative evening at the Darien Depot. Enjoy light refreshments while members of the Board of Directors and the Student Governing Board can tell you about how your 4th or 5th Grade can get to know the Depot where we feature:

4th and 5th Grade Parties
Periodic 7th and 8th Grade Movie Nights
Cops and Kids Adventure and Citizen Police Academy for Middle School Students

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Band Night Friday, April 1, at The Depot

Coming to the Depot this Friday, April 1 from 7 to 10:30 p.m.!! The highly anticipated return of Band Night! The Verticals: Darien’s own rock band fronted by James Hilton. Playing many of their originals including their hit, “Murky Green”. ANXIOUS: Newly formed punk outfit from Darien and New Canaan is very excited to play their very first show at the Depot.