News from Aging In Place in Darien
The one place to call for information and referral to senior programs and services! Call 203-202-2912
DCA Plant Sale
Friday, May 7th, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Darien Community Association (DCA), 274 Middlesex Road. There will be wonderful plants grown in the DCA's own greenhouse by their greenhouse members, as well as perennials donated from the gardens of garden club members. Experienced gardeners and designers will be on hand to offer advice and suggestions. Come early before that perfect plant is gone! For additional information, call the DCA at 203-655-9050 or go to www.dariendca.org.
Burlesque: The Way it Was…
Friday, May 7th, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Lifetime Learners, Norwalk Community College, Pepsico Theater, 188 Richards Ave. Former international burlesque queen Bambi Jones traces the history of burlesque and will perform for the audience while educating on the origins of burlesque styles and trends. Bring your lunch or buy it there. For more information, call Lifetime Learners at 203-857-3330 or go to www.lifetimelearners.org.
Darien Library Book Sale
Saturday, May 8th to Friday, May 12th at noon at the Darien Library, 1441 Post Road. Shoppers will find recent bestsellers, fiction, mystery, cookbooks, travel, biographies, and children’s books. On Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, books, audio books, CDs, and videos are $1 each or three for $2. DVDs are $5 each. Paperback books are $.25 each or five for $1. On Tuesday and Wednesday, all items will be half price. Thursday is Dollar-a-Bag Day and on Friday, visitors to the Library may fill a bag for free until 12 noon. For more information, call the Darien Library at 203-655-1234 or go to www.darienlibrary.org.
Mother’s Day High Tea and Entertainment with Pianist Marilyn Beede and singer Cookie Martini
Wednesday, May 12th, 12:30 p.m. at the Darien Senior Center, 30 Edgerton Street. Come at 12:00 p.m. for a delicious lunch prepared by Master Chef Tom Mirto (only $4.00). To make a lunch reservation, call the Darien Senior Center at 203-656-7455 or email eparis@darienct.gov
Medication Management
Tuesday, May 18th, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Darien Town Hall, Room 119. Learn about drug interactions, how to interpret the drug facts label and what questions to ask your doctor. Get the facts about generic vs. brand name, buying medications online, travelling with your meds, and preparing for emergencies. Presented by Elaine Abrams, RN, MPH of Nursing & Home Care. Refreshments will be served. To register, call Aging In Place in Darien at 203-202-2912.
Need a ride? Take the Gallivant for a donation of only $5.00. Call 203-655-2227 to make a reservation at least 24 hours in advance. Or purchase Half-Price Taxi Vouchers from Darien Social Services. Call 203-656-7328 for more information.
Please feel free to forward this bulletin to friends and family who might be interested!
Alyssa Israel, MPH, CHES
Aging In Place Coordinator
P.O. Box 926, 701 Post Road
Darien, CT 06820
Tel: 203-202-2912 Fax: 203-655-9416
AIPcoordinator@communityfunddarien.org
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