The purpose of this calendar is to provide families in Darien and the surrounding community with information to encourage the healthy, positive development of their families at all ages and stages.
The Thriving Youth Darien 2023 Youth Survey of 6th-12th graders showed that the most significant increases in alcohol use happen between 8th and 9th grade, and then again between 11th and 12th grade – most often at a party or with friends at a home. How can you help your kids stay safe & manage […]
Guy Talk: What Every Boy Needs to Know About Puberty." This presentation is led by local expert Dr. Todd Palker of New England Pediatrics to help support parents and their children (recommended ages 10-12) in the sometimes awkward conversations around puberty. Dr. Palker will help teach your son about what to expect as they grow. […]
Join Self Defense and Safety Expert, Gloria Marcot to learn personal safety tips you can pass along to your children from one of the nation’s foremost self-defense experts. Recent situations in Darien will be addressed in this talk. Parents and tween/teens are encouraged to join the discussion together This event is being held online. Meeting […]
Join us for a confidential webinar where health educator Jackie Owens will discuss the impacts of disordered eating behaviors and poor body image on teen health. This talk will help parents and teens understand the risk factors associated with various types of disordered eating, along with short and long term impacts She will also cover […]
The Darien Domestic Abuse Council will discuss healthy dating and signs to watch for in your teen and young adult (college aged) to indicate an abusive relationship. Abuse comes in my forms: physical, mental, emotional and physical. Join in this presentation and conversation to keep your teen and young adult safe.
