Emily Torchiana speaks on teen suicide, mental health

Talk for Teens, Parents on Teen’s Mental Illnesses, Suicide Attempt, Recovery from One Who Went Through It

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Emily Torchiana will speak about her personal experience with mental illnesses, a suicide attempt and her eventual recovery from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 18, in the Darien Library Community Room. Torchiana educates students around the country sharing these personal experiences Her presentations help individuals, who are currently struggling, know they are not alone. — an announcement from The Depot, Darien Library and the YWCA of Darien/Norwalk, sponsors of the event. This program is open to all teens and their parents.

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YWCA Darien Norwalk Urges You to Participate in ‘Week Without Violence’ Oct 13 to 19

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The YWCA of Darien-Norwalk is participating in “Week Without Violence” from Oct. 13 to 19 and is inviting the community to join the YW as the group holds an event, shares information and stories and advocates with the goal of ending gender-based violence. — an announcement from YWCA of Darien-Norwalk with additional information from the organization’s website. The Week Without Violence program is part of a global movement to end violence against women and girls with YWCAs across the country and around the world. At YWCA, we know that not all violence is acknowledged or responded to equally.

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Meet the Six ‘Women of Distinction’ To Be Honored Thursday by YWCA of Darien-Norwalk

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These six Darien and Norwalk women will be celebrated Thursday by YWCA Darien/Norwalk and a crowd of well-wishers at the 2018 Women of Distinction Awards and Luncheon at Woodway Country Club. This year’s distinguished honorees at the annual event are Carrie Bernier, Tina Duryea, Scarlett Lewis, Allison Molkenthin and Wendy Ward, along with Emma Dahlquist, named this year’s Young Woman of Distinction, an award recognizing outstanding accomplishments of a woman under 21. The Women of Distinction Award is bestowed in recognition of the outstanding achievements of a select group of women. Local residents and business owners nominate women who live or work in Darien and Norwalk whose significant and unique contributions have made a difference in our community. The YWCA website is no longer accepting registrations for the lunch.

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Gardening Classes This Spring at YWCA Darien/Norwalk

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For years, novice and experienced local gardeners have looked forward to the YWCA Darien/Norwalk’s gardening classes taught each spring by Darien- based landscaper, Sara McCool of Ungemack McCool Perennial Garden. The courses offer exceptional value to green thumbs — expert advice at unbeatable prices. All classes are held at the YWCA Darien/Norwalk’s office at 49 Old Kings Hwy. North, Darien. — an announcement from the YWCA Darien/Norwalk:
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We offer morning and evening options to make it easier for more people to take advantage of the hands-on advice.

Parents, Kids Together Invited to Talks on Puberty (Then Have Your Own Talks on Sex)

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Puberty is a fact-of-life and life-changing, but it’s still a topic that makes kids (and grownups) blush and look down at the floor. As parents, would you welcome an opportunity to connect comfortably and productively with your son or daughter in a discussion on puberty?  
Parent Awareness of the YWCA Darien/Norwalk will be hosting two programs in March: “Guy Talk” on Monday, March 12 and “What Every Girl Needs to Know” on Monday, March 19.  Both will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Holmes Elementary School, 18 Hoyt St. The talks are designed for fourth and fifth graders accompanied by their same-sex parent. — an announcement from the YWCA of Darien/Norwalk
The presentations will focus on the physical and emotional changes of puberty in a straightforward and entertaining manner, helping your children to understand what to expect in the future. These will not be sex talks but will provide a starting point for further discussions with your child on his/her changing body.