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Community Announcements

• Wear What You Love Day | February 14th
  Wear something that shows a special hobby, interest, or LOVE that you have!  Music, games, hobbies, movies, or sports would …
• Hindley Kindness Week | February 10th – 14th
  We are looking for volunteers to help students write thank you notes over their lunch hour Tuesday-Friday.  If you are …
• Christina Soontornvat Book Sale | Order By February 13th
  The Hindley PTO is excited to announce that New York Times bestselling author, Christina Soontornvat, will be visiting our students …
• Ginny Wright Scholarship | Submission by April 25th
  The Darien Arts Center (DAC) is accepting applications for the 2025 Ginny Wright Scholarship, a $2,000 award for a Darien High School senior …
• HINDLEY YEARBOOK 2024-2025
  IT’S TIME TO ORDER YOUR 2024-2025 HINDLEY YEARBOOK! Early bird pricing is available now through February 28th.  A standard yearbook is currently $25 …
• Hindley Heritage Night | March 25th
  Save the Date for Tuesday, March 25th 5:30-7:30pm for the 4th annual Hindley Heritage Night! This beloved event allows you and your family …
• Learn to Sail! Darien Junior Sailing summer registration is OPEN NOW!
  For nearly 50 years, Darien Junior Sailing Team (DJST) has instilled in Darien youth a love for sailing. We teach …
• Darien Arts Center – Try a Class for Free! | Spring Dance Registration Still Open
  Looking for a fun and creative activity this spring? Spots are still available in our Hip Hop, Broadway, and Jazz dance …
• Museum of Darien Offers Woven Collage Workshop for Grades 5-8 | February 17th
  The Museum of Darien invites students in grades 5 through 8 to learn, create, and explore the rich tradition of …
• Your After School – Spring Registration is Now Open! Secure Your Spot Today!
  Spring is near, and registration for Your After School Spring Enrichment Programs is now open! Don’t miss out on the chance to …
• An Invitation to Our Community: Let’s Stand Together Against Hate Speech in Our Schools | February 24th
  We are deeply concerned by the most recent incident of hate speech found on school grounds at MMS. As this is …
• CHALK THE WALK AT HINDLEY | February 9th
  Kindness week is February 10-14. Kick off Kindness Week and join the Hindley community on Sunday, February 9th, between 3-4:30 PM …
• MMS Orientation & Curriculum Night | February 12th at 6pm & 7-9pm
  There are a number of MMS Transition Events in February for 5th Grade Families. Please see below: 5th Grade MMS Orientation …
• Darien Nature Center – Spring 2025 Afterschool Programs | Registration Opens Now
  The Darien Nature Center is hosting a selection of afterschool programings perfect for any child. Sign up now at https://www.dariennaturecenter.org/
• Darien Softball Upper House League Evaluations This Weekend! | February 2nd
  Softball evaluations for our Upper House League (Grades 3-7) are taking place this Sunday February 2nd. If you are planning to …
• SWEET NIGHT OF JAZZ – Sponsored by DMPA | February 6th
  The Darien High School Jazz Ensemble, the Middlesex Middle School Jazz Ensemble and the 5-6 Jazz Lab will be presenting …
• TENOR/BASS SHOWCASE – Sponsored by DMPA | February 13th
  ATTENTION YOUNG SINGERS! Mark your calendars for our 2nd Annual Tenor/Bass Showcase! On Thursday, February 13th at 7:00pm in the DHS auditorium, …
• The Depot: Disconnect To Connect – 50% Off!
  The Depot’s 5th grade program “Disconnect To Connect” is now 50% off. Disconnect To Connect is all about ditching technology …
• The Depot: 5th Grade Valentines Day Party | February 7th
  The Depot is hosting a 5th grade Valentines Day Party on February 7th. The Party will run from 4:00-6:00pm. There …
• Darien Arts Center Dance Academy – So We Think We Can Dance | February 8th & 9th
  Join the Company, Apprentice, and Trainee Dancers of the Darien Arts Center Dance Academy for So We Think We Can Dance, a …
• Darien Parks & Rec – February Vacation Camp | February 18th – 21st & 24th
  The Parks and Recreation Department and Overtime Athletics have joined forces to bring this fun-filled camp to the youth of …
• Darien Parks & Rec – Spring and Summer Program | Registration Opens February 26th
  The Darien Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce that registration for 2025 spring & summer programs will begin …
• NEW! Darien Youth Commission’s Summer Camp | Registration Opens February 10th
  Begins at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, 2/10/25.. Online resident registration link will be live then (non-resident registration begins Monday, 4/22/24) and …
• School Year 2025/2026 Kindergarten Registration! | Deadline by February 9th
  See here for information regarding this year’s kindergarten registration!
• Hindley School Spiriteers – Sports Jersey Day | February 7th
  The Hindley Spiriteers invite all students and staff to wear their favorite sports jersey! Sports jerseys may be worn from …
• Hindley School Spiriteers – SOUPer Bowl Drive to benefit Person to Person Darien | February 3rd – 7th
  Help local families and individuals who are struggling with hunger and food insecurity. We are collecting canned soup and the …
• MMS Transition: How can I learn more about parent/guardian involvement at MMS? | February 12th
  We are actively looking for volunteers in a variety of committees for the 2025-2026 school year. Come to meet members of …
• MMS Transition: Facilitated Discussion of The Anxious Generation with Dr. Dadd | February 28th
  Save the Date – Feb 28th – for a facilitated discussion of The Anxious Generation with DPS Director of Mental Health, Alycia Dadd …
• MMS Transition: Meeting for Students with IEPs/504 Accommodation Plans | February 26th
  Transitions are always tricky, but especially for those students with extra needs. To this end, there is an important meeting …
• MMS Transition: Communication to 5th Grade Parents | February 12th 7-9pm
  We know that there is still a lot left of 5th grade, but in an attempt to facilitate better transitions …
• 5th Grade MMS Orientation | February 12th
  MMS invites fifth grade families to join a Parent Orientation & MMS Curriculum Night on Wednesday, February, 12 at 6:00 …
• Update on 2025-2026 Superintendent’s Proposed Budget
  On Tuesday evening, January 21st, the Board of Education (BOE) held a Special meeting to discuss the Superintendent’s proposed 2025-2026 budget.  …
• Darien Library Mini Golf | February 8th – 9th
  Saturday, February 8 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, February 9 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Darien …
• Yankees Day | April 26th
  Join Hindley families as the Yankees take on the Toronto Blue Jays (please add hyperlink on ‘Yankees’ and insert link …
• Darien Arts Center Summer Camp 2025 – Music Classes | Registrations Opens Now
  At DAC, we provide 30 minutes, 45 minutes and 1 hour private lessons for the followinginstruments: flute, harp, percussion, piano, …
• Darien Arts Center Summer Camp 2025 – Teen/Adult Weekly Ballet Classes | Registrations Opens Now
  An open level ballet class that includes a barre warm-up followed by center work. This class isavailable as a package …
• Darien Arts Center Summer Camp 2025 – Advanced Dance Intensive | Registrations Opens Now
  Dedicated dancers will train rigorously in advanced ballet, pointe, partnering, and styles likecontemporary and hip hop. This intensive builds artistry …
• Darien Arts Center Summer Camp 2025 – Intermediate Dance Intensive | Registrations Opens Now
  This two-week program includes ballet technique, pre-pointe/pointe, and training incontemporary, jazz, and hip hop. Dancers will refine skills, achieve new …
• Darien Arts Center Summer Camp 2025 – Petite Dancers Weekly Classes | Registrations Opens Now
  We are offering weekly classes for our young dancers this summer! Join us for DanceBeginnings, Pre-Ballet & Ballet 1A Dance …
• Darien Arts Center Summer Camp 2025 – Petite Dancers Summer Camp | Registrations Opens Now
  Young dancers (ages 3-6) will enjoy ballet, crafts, storytime, and choreography in a positive andnurturing environment. This camp builds coordination, …
• Darien Arts Center Summer – Cartooning Camp | Registration Opens Now
  Students will learn freehand drawing, character creation, and storytelling techniques usingvarious tools and materials. They’ll explore thematic elements, character development, …
• Darien Arts Center Summer Camp 2025 – Good Morning Art Camp | Registrations Opens Now
  Looking for a break from the sun? Join us for a week of creative fun at the DAC! Campers willexplore …
• Darien Nature Center Summer Camp 2025 | Early bird pricing ends March 3rd
  To encourage prompt registration, we’re offering an early bird discount. This special pricing is a fantastic opportunity to secure your …
• Saturdays at the Darien Nature Center | January 2025
  Join Nature Educator and Animal Care Director Tori Scata on Saturdays at 10:30 AM for an animal meet and greet! …
• Darien Nature Center – Restoring Long Island Sound with Bill Lucey | February 6th
  The Darien Nature Center and Darien Library welcome Bill Lucey, the Long Island Soundkeeper. Bill will talk about our beautiful …
• Darien Nature Center – Nature Art Class | February 4th – March 11th
  Winter Session: February 4 – March 11 (no class 2/18)Schedule: Tuesdays 3:45 PM – 5:00 PMGrades 3 – 6 Calling …
• HINDLEY DAY AT YANKEES | April 26th
  Join the Hindley community and the New York Yankees for a fun-filled day at Yankee Stadium on Sunday April 26th  Each Ticket …
• Mark Your Calendars – Your After School Spring Registration Opens Soon! | January 23rd
  Spring is just around the corner, and Spring Your After School Enrichment Registration will open on January 23rd at 10:00 AM! This is …
• Darien Depot 5th Grade Valentines Day Party | February 7th
  Calling all 5th Graders! We want to see you at The Depot for our Valentines Day Party on Friday, February …
• Darien Public School 2025-26 Proposed Budget Reductions and Initiatives
  On Saturday, January 4th, the Board of Education (BOE) and Administration held an all-day meeting to walk through the Superintendent’s …