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Summer Fun Time
Summer Fun is the summer-time version of Toddler Time, our drop-off enrichment program for two-year olds held at the YWCA Darien/Norwalk during the school year. The session options for members are Monday/Wednesday/Friday or Tuesday/Thursday. Sessions 1, 2, 3 and 4 are three week sessions. Sessions 5 is a two week session. You book by session. All classes run […]
Annual Membership Meeting
Join us for our annual membership meeting on Monday, Sept. 11th, at 4:00 pm. We will elect a new board member and provide an overview of the exciting things happening at the YW this year. Check your email & Spam folder for Zoom link.
Beyond Newcomers Luncheon
Ten Twenty Post 1020 Post Road, Darien, CTLet's Do Lunch- Join us for lunch at 1020 Post! When- Thursday, September 28th @ 12:30 p.m. Register by Wednesday, September 27th. Questions? Email beyondnewcomers@ywcadn.org. Looking forward to seeing you!
Free
Thirsty Thursday – Newcomers Season Kick Off Happy Hour
Seamore's 110 Heights Road, Darien, CTNewcomers will be hosting their first happy hour Thursday, October 4th at Seamore's in the Darien Commons. Spouses, partners welcome. Must be 21+ We want everyone to have a great time while staying safe. Please remember to drink responsibly, know your limits, and always have a plan for getting home safely. Our priority is your […]
Free
Playdate at the Nature Center
Darien Nature Center 120 Brookside Rd, Darien, CTMember Only Event: Parent must have an active YWCA Membership. Come and immerse yourself in the wonders of the natural world with your loved ones at the Darien Nature Center's Nature Playdate. During the Animal Program & Hike you will learn about the Darien Nature Center's resident animals, their habitats, behaviors, and unique characteristics. It's a […]
Free – $10.00
Darien Halloween Costume Pick Up
YWCA Darien Norwalk 49 Old Kings Hwy N, Darien, CTCommunity members donated their gently used costumes which you can "shop" on October 8th. Stop by the YWCA to pick out costumes for your children. 10am-12pm Members 12pm-2pm Non-Members $25 tax-deductible donation per family suggested. Any remaining costumes will be donated to families at Open Doors Norwalk.
Week Without Violence
According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner. In addition, 1 in 7 women and 1 in 25 men have experienced severe physical violence by an intimate partner. The YWCA Darien/Norwalk's Week Without Violence is an […]
Week Without Violence: Luminary Night
Luminary Night is a community vigil held at the end of our Week Without Violence to honor victims of violence and to show support for survivors. Community members purchase kits from the YWCA and on Sunday evening, October 22nd, they light them outside their homes at dusk. Often neighborhoods coordinate to light their block together […]
Parent Awareness Event
Middlesex Middle School 204 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd, Darien, CT“Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World” with Dr. Devorah Heitner How do we help our kids navigate growing up in a world where nearly every moment of their lives can be shared and compared? Dr. Devorah Heitner will join us on Tuesday, October 24th at 7pm at the Middlesex Middle […]
Women & Wealth Bootcamp: 6 Tips for Financial Fitness with Caroline Wetzel
YWCA Darien Norwalk 49 Old Kings Hwy N, Darien, CTReady for a fresh, new approach to managing your money and investments? Curious what it is like to let go and lean into a more satisfying financial life? Interested in being part of a “safe space” with other women, talking about personal finances? Join us for our new "Women & Wealth Bootcamp” Hosted by Caroline […]
Free
YWCA Beyond Newcomers Ghoulish Gathering
The Goose 972 Boston Post Rd, Darien, CTJoin us for live music and a wicked good time! Come wearing your Halloween-inspired hat/headpiece. Prizes will be awarded for your creativity. Bring your significant other or come by yourself. Click HERE to sign up and join the fun.
YWCA Newcomers Happy Hour with Salt & Sweat
Salt & Sweat, Darien Commons 144 Heights Road, Darien, CT, United StatesJoin us for a happy hour sip and shop at Salt & Sweat in the new Darien Commons. A 50% discount will be applied to most first time services if you book that evening. There will also be a membership raffle. Use the SignupGenius link below to register. Bring a friend, come make new friends, we hope to […]
Spanish Sip & Savor Wine Tasting
Town Cellar 1089 Boston Post Rd, Darien, CTJoin us for a taste of Spain at the Town Cellar in Darien! We will sample a lineup of reds and whites from Rioja, the "Grande Dame" of Spanish wine regions, as well as the nearby Basque Country. It will give you an idea of why Spain is one of the most exciting wine countries […]
$65.00
Holiday Wreath Making
Nielson's Florist 1405 Post Road, Darien, CTDeck the halls! Join our Beyond Newcomers & Newcomers clubs at this hands-on, creative wreath decorating workshop. Wine and nibbles are included, as well as the tools, materials, and instructions.
$90.00
Santa & Holiday Craft at Mather (Afternoon Playdate)
Mather Homestead Barn 19 Stephen Mather Road, Darien, CTHo ho ho! Join us for some festive fun at Mather Homestead where we will have holiday crafts and a visit from Santa!
$10.00
Sip & Shop at Rosey’s
Everything Is Rosey 15 Corbin Drive, Darien, CTCaling all Santa's Elves! Get a head start on holiday shopping at our Sip & Shop party at Everything Is Rosey. A 10% discount will be given on all purchases, a 10% donation will be made to the YWCA AND all who attend will have the chance to win a $100 Gift Card! Grab a […]
Free
Beyond Newcomers Holiday Happy Hour
Ten Twenty Post 1020 Post Road, Darien, CTLet's get festive!! Join us Friday, December 15th, for some holiday cheer. Open to all, come alone or bring a friend/partner.
MLK Day Celebration & Service Event
YWCA Darien Norwalk 49 Old Kings Hwy N, Darien, CTJoin us for a special MLK Day Celebration! We're making special suncatcher crafts that celebrate our unique and beautiful skin tones. After making a craft, your child will then help pack craft kits for donation. Let's honor Dr. King's legacy together. 100% of ticket cost goes to purchasing materials for donation. Included: 1 Suncatcher Craft […]
Women & Wealth Bootcamp: 6 Tips for Financial Fitness with Caroline Wetzel
Life's twists and turns often prompt us to reevaluate our financial strategies. Whether it's a professional shift, retirement, personal loss, or adjusting to an empty nest, this bootcamp series addresses the unique needs of women facing these changes. Recognizing the evolving social landscape and the likelihood of being solely responsible for finances, we aim to […]
Free
Beyond Newcomers Happy Hour 2/7/2024
Molto Darien 102 Heights Rd, Darien, DarienJoin us Wednesday February 7th at 6:30pm for the first Beyond Newcomer happy hour of 2024. Come for a little or stay a while. We look forward to seeing you. Register below.
Free
THE SOCIAL SCENE: Coaching Your Teen/Tween to Make Positive Decisions!
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 […]
Beyond Newcomers Pickleball Event Sunday, 3/3/2024
Pickleball America 140 Atlantic St, Stamford, CT, United StatesJoin us for an afternoon of fun, food and pickleball. Sunday!! Coach Steve O'Connell will provide tips and coaching. Racquets available for those who need them! Snacks and refreshments will be served. Cash bar available.
$40.00
YWCA All Club Happy Hour 3/7/2024
Riko's Darien 934 Boston Post Rd, Darien, CT, United StatesJoin us Thursday, March 7th at 6:30pm for a YWCA all club Happy Hour. Let's get together!! Come alone, bring a friend or a partner and let's have some fun. Register below.
Free
YWCA Member Only Newcomers Playdate With Scribble Dabbles
YWCA Darien Norwalk 49 Old Kings Hwy N, Darien, CTJoin us for a playdate with Scribble Dabble Curious Creators. This playdate is designed for children ages 1-4 years with a focus on child-led art & creative play! Member Event, discounted YWCA member rate is $20/child Register now, Space is limited!
$20.00
Beyond Newcomers BollyFitness Dance Class & Lunch At Coromondel
YWCA Darien Norwalk 49 Old Kings Hwy N, Darien, CTJoin us for a fun Bollyfitness class led by Neha, a Bollywood dancer and teacher. 45 minutes of non-stop fitness dance that will have you grooving to Indian Bollywood-inspired music. Bollyfitness is a mix of dance and fitness (like Zumba). Suitable for all fitness lovers. All you need are comfy clothes to move around in, […]
$25.00
Newcomers Pasta Making Class & Artisan Dinner
Browne & Co. 865 Post Rd, Darien, CT, United StatesNon-alcoholic beverages will be provided. BYOB if you would like your drink of choice! Grab a friend or come make new friends at this fun, intimate, one of a kind experience.
$100.00 – $105.00
Parent Awareness: Girl Talk, What Every Girl Needs To Know About Puberty
Royle Elementary School 133 Mansfield Ave, Darien, CT, United StatesGirls approaching puberty and their caregivers are invited to join Diane Frankel-Gramelis from Yale School of Public Health for a straightforward and entertaining discussion about the physical and emotional changes to expect during puberty This is not a sex talk. It's a starting point for further discussions about a girl's changing body. Note: This program […]
Free