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SUMMARY:Newcomers Book Club
DESCRIPTION:To join  Newcomers book club\, simply register and we’ll connect you with a group of fellow readers. Each group receives one another’s contact information and organizes meetings on their own. If registration fills beyond a comfortable size\, we’ll create multiple groups to keep discussions engaging and manageable. \nRegistration Closes 10/07/2025
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/newcomers-book-club/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Newcomers Club
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251007
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SUMMARY:Beyond Newcomers Book Club
DESCRIPTION:To join Beyond Newcomers book club\, simply register and we’ll connect you with a group of fellow readers. Each group receives one another’s contact information and organizes meetings on their own. If registration fills beyond a comfortable size\, we’ll create multiple groups to keep discussions engaging and manageable. \nRegistration Closes 10/07/2025
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/beyond-newcomers-book-club/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Beyond Newcomers Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T190000
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SUMMARY:YWCA Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first all club YWCA happy hour of the season! Come with a friend\, partner or come alone!  Member or non-member\, all are welcome. \nLight bites and first drink on us – we look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/ywca-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Molto Darien\, 102 Heights Rd\, Darien\, Darien\, 06820
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T190000
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SUMMARY:Newcomers Candle-Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers Candle-Making Workshop \nMake your own candle\, choose from autumn-inspired scents\, and take home your creation. \nEnjoy light bites and wine while connecting with fellow Newcomers. Don’t miss this fun and creative evening! \nRegister now!
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/newcomers-candle-making-workshop/
LOCATION:YWCA Darien Norwalk\, 49 Old Kings Hwy N\, Darien\, CT\, 06820
CATEGORIES:Newcomers Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T053000
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SUMMARY:Free\, 6-Week Economic Empowerment Program
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, Beginning October 16 | 5:30 pm-7:30pm | YWCA Darien/Norwalk \nFollowing a successful Spring relaunch\, our Economic Empowerment Program returns Thursday\, October 16th\, with a brand-new FREE\, 6-week series focused exclusively on financial literacy. This session is designed to help participants build financial confidence\, understand core money management principles\, and take control of their long-term financial security. \nThis program is ideal for women in transition\, seeking greater financial clarity or building long term security\, and will include: \n\n\nFinancial literacy workshops \n\n\nSmall-group peer learning and support \n\n\nTailored guidance from experienced financial professionals \n\n\nSpace is limited—secure your spot today! \nClick HERE to learn more and register.
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/economic-empowerment-program-fall2025/
LOCATION:YWCA Darien Norwalk\, 49 Old Kings Hwy N\, Darien\, CT\, 06820
CATEGORIES:Financial Literacy,Mission Aligned
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T190000
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SUMMARY:Healthy Relationships & Red Flags in Teen Dating
DESCRIPTION:In support of YWCA Week Without Violence\, YWCA Parent Awareness and DVCC have joined together to bring you and your teens this important workshop. \nNot all unhealthy relationships look the same\, and warning signs can be easy to miss\, especially for teens and young adults new to dating. \nIn this workshop learn how to: \n\nDevelop the skills needed to build healthy relationships\, and recognize unhealthy red flags before they can escalate.\nSupport a friend or a family member who may feel unsafe in their relationship.\nSet healthy boundaries both online and offline\n\nOnline participation link will be sent closer to the date of the event. Parents are encouraged to join with their teens.
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/healthy-relationships-and-red-flags-you-shouldnt-ignore/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Mission Aligned,Parent Awareness,Week Without Violence
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ORGANIZER;CN="YWCA Parent Awareness":MAILTO:office@ywcadn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
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SUMMARY:Week Without Violence Self-Defense Training Class
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to unleash your inner warrior?  \nJoin Gloria Marcott\, Founder & CEO of Soul Punch who will run a real-world safety training touch by women\, created specifically for women to build a stronger\, more united community.  \nGloria is a nationally recognized women’s safety leader. A survivor of childhood abduction and a former law enforcement officer with nearly 20 years of service\, she turned her personal story into a powerful global mission: to revolutionize how women protect themselves through smarter\, science-backed self-defense. The Soul Punch goal is to equip #1MillionWomen to walk through the world stronger\, more aware\, and ready. \nThe 2-hour class includes: \n\n\n\n\nFoundational awareness + boundary training \n\n\nHands-on techniques to break common holds \n\nIntegration of safety technology\nA trauma-informed\, beginner-friendly environment
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/week-without-violence-self-defense-training-class/
LOCATION:Tokeneke Elementary School\, 7 Old Farm Road\, Darien\, 06820\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026
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SUMMARY:Week Without Violence Illumination Night
DESCRIPTION:On October 25\, our community will come together for Illumination Night\, a powerful evening of reflection and solidarity. At dusk\, homes and businesses across Darien and Norwalk will glow with Empowerment Lights\, each one a symbol of support for survivors and a commitment to ending domestic violence. \nOnline sales have ended.  You can purchase lights at YWCA until 1pm or at Palmers all day until supplies run out.  Thank you!
URL:https://ywcadn.org/event/week-without-violence-illumination-night/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Week Without Violence,YWCA All
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