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SUMMARY:All Club Winter Paddle Social
DESCRIPTION:Register now for an evening of paddle tennis\, firepit fun and good company.  \nNo paddle experience necessary.  Ticket price includes paddle instructor\, use of paddles and light bites.  This event is BYOB. \n  \n 
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/all-club-winter-paddle-social/
LOCATION:Weed Beach\, Paddle Hut\, 155 Nearwater Lane\, Darien\, 06820\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beyond Newcomers Club,Community Event,International Club,Network of Working Women,Newcomers Club,Social Event,YWCA All
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SUMMARY:Parenting Workshop: How to Set Boundaries\, Navigate Difficult Conversations and Build Healthy Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Parenting presents unique challenges\, including managing screen time and navigating difficult conversations about friendships\, emotions\, and responsibilities. \nThis interactive workshop will give parents practical strategies to: \n\nEstablish healthy boundaries\nCommunicate effectively during challenging moments\nFoster strong\, trusting relationships with your children\n\nThrough real-life scenarios\, expert insights\, and guided discussions\, you will gain tools to create a home environment where children feel supported and understood while learning the skills they need to thrive. Join us for an engaging and empowering session designed to strengthen connections and build resilience within your family. \nThis workshop will be facilitated by Ellen Cartwright\, M.A.T.\, Director of The Boys Lab at Fairfield Country Day School & Nora Goddard\, LPC-A\, MA\, School Counselor at Fairfield Country Day School.
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/parenting-workshop-how-to-set-boundaries-navigate-difficult-conversations-and-build-healthy-relationships/
LOCATION:Darien Library\, 1441 Post Rd\, Darien\, CT\, 06920
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Parent Awareness,YWCA All
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ORGANIZER;CN="YWCA Parent Awareness":MAILTO:office@ywcadn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250311
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SUMMARY:Economic Empowerment Program
DESCRIPTION:Free\, 8-Week Economic Empowerment Program\nWednesdays\, Beginning April 2nd | 10:00 am-12:00pm | Norwalk Chamber of Commerce \nYWCA Darien/Norwalk is proud to launch our newly established Economic Empowerment Program\, a free\, 8-week series designed to help women build or advance a career\, and achieve financial security. \nWhether you’re navigating a career transition\, re-entering the workforce\, seeking financial independence after a life change\, or simply looking to upskill\, this initiative provides the foundational tools and resources to help you move forward with confidence. \nThroughout the program\, participants will gain essential skills in digital proficiency\, job readiness\, financial literacy\, and workplace success with each week focusing on a specific area. \nSpace is limited—secure your spot today! \nClick HERE to learn more and register.
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/economic-empowerment-program/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Financial Literacy,Mission Aligned
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T103000
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SUMMARY:Playdate At The Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a fun playdate at the Darien Nature Center! We’ll meet the animals\, explore a nature trail\, and enjoy a cozy storytime together. \nThis is a member only event.  Login to register\, limited space available.  Please count in registration\, all children and caregivers who plan to attend.
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/playdate-at-the-nature-center-2/
LOCATION:Darien Nature Center\, 120 Brookside Rd\, Darien\, CT\, 06820
CATEGORIES:Newcomers Club,Playdate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T190000
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SUMMARY:YWCA NOWW Monthly Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to connect with like-minded women\, grow professionally\, and gain new insights to advance your career? YWCA Darien/Norwalk’s Network of Working Women (NOWW) is kicking off a new series of monthly meetups\, and we want you to be part of it! \nEach month will explore different career development themes\, and will feature interactive activities\, thought-provoking discussions\, or inspiring guest speakers—all designed to help you grow\, thrive\, and stay motivated. \nDon’t miss this chance to build your network\, gain fresh perspectives\, and invest in yourself! \nRSVP below for the Monday\, March 17th session & save the future dates in your calendar. \nThis event is open to members and non-members. \n  \nFuture Meeting Dates \n\nApril 21\nMay 1\nJune 16\nJuly 14\nAugust 18\nSeptember 19\nOctober 20\nNovember 17\nDecember 15
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/ywca-noww-monthly-sessions/
LOCATION:The Goose\, 972 Boston Post Rd\, Darien\, CT\, 06820
CATEGORIES:Network of Working Women
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SUMMARY:Parent Awareness: Former NBA Star Chris Herren To Speak at Darien High School
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an inspiring presentation\, as Chris shares his journey navigating the disease of addiction\, the road to recovery and his mission to make a difference. \nChris Herren\, a basketball legend from Fall River\, Massachusetts\, was an All-American\, broke scoring records and was recruited by the nation’s top colleges. Herren realized his lifelong dream of playing in the NBA when he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 1999 and then traded to his hometown team\, the Boston Celtics\, before losing his career and almost his family to the disease of addiction. \nA person in long term recovery\, Chris inspires people to identify the “Why” in their story. \nNo registration is necessary. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/parent-awareness-former-nba-star-chris-herren-to-speak-at-darien-high-school/
LOCATION:Darien High School\, 80 High School Lane\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States
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SUMMARY:All Club Spring Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Spring is in the air!  Let’s come out of hibernation and get together for our All Club Happy Hour. \nWe will meet at Seamore’s\, in the Darien Commons on Thursday\, March 27th at 7:00pm. \nBring a friend\, come make new friends. \nAll welcome!! \n 
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/all-club-spring-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Lykos Taverna\, 110 Heights Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beyond Newcomers Club,Community Event,International Club,Network of Working Women,Newcomers Club,Social Event,YWCA All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T173000
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SUMMARY:Women’s History Month: A Kid’s Afternoon of Crafts & Stories
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of books and crafts for children 4+ as COFFI (Coalition of Families for Inclusion) Kid Connections and YWCA Darien/Norwalk team up to  amplify and celebrate the extraordinary contributions of women throughout history. \nPlease count the number of children attending with a parent are caregiver when registering. Example: 2 kids and 1 adult = 3 registrants.
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/womens-history-month-a-kids-afternoon-of-crafts-stories/
LOCATION:YWCA Darien Norwalk\, 49 Old Kings Hwy N\, Darien\, CT\, 06820
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