The Darien Park District is hosting a Farmers Market on Wednesdays thru October 8.  The Market runs from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m at the Darien  Community Park 71st Street Parking Lot.   

The Farmers Market features a wide variety of seasonally fresh vegetables and fruits, and other fine offerings from local vendors. 

St. John Lutheran Church located at 7214 South Cass Avenue in Darien will kick off the second year of their Safe Haven Program on August 29. The after school program is for middle school youth in sixth through eighth grade. It operates on Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on days school is in session. There is no fee charged for participation.

 

The purpose of the after school program is to provide youth with productive activities in a safe, supervised, and structured environment while giving their parents peace of mind.   Sessions include a nutritious snack, Bible-based devotion, tutoring and homework assistance, creative expression, computer time, socialization, and recreational activities.

 

Karen Ochoa, a school psychologist at Eisenhower Middle School in Darien, said that the St. John Safe Haven Program "provides a positive and character building experience as well as a nurturing place where students get a chance to have help with their school work." 

 

Local families interested in learning more about the Safe Haven Program or in registering their children should contact Donna J. Walker, Program Director, at 630-969-7987 or safehaven@sjlcdarien.org. Community members interested in volunteering in the program should also contact her to apply.

Save the date for DarienFest 2014 - September 5, 6 & 7 at Community Park.  For more information and a list of entertainment, visit http://www.darienchamber.com/ 

Darien Chamber of Commerce Women in Business will be hosting "Paint the Town Pink" during the month of October in the City of Darien. Selected Merchants from the Chestnut Court Shopping Center have partnered with DWB by purchasing Adirondack Chairs. Local artist have been invited to display their design and creativity by painting the chairs. During the 27th Annual DarienFest The Adirondack Chairs will be part of a silent auction at the Fest, 100% of the proceeds will provide meals from Darien Chamber Member restaurants to women in the City of Darien going through breast cancer treatment. The Silent Auction will be on Friday, September 5th at 6pm and end on Sunday, September 7th at 4pm.

 

Darien Chamber Women in Business extends their utmost appreciation to the participating Chestnut Court Merchants for their donation and the talented artists who donated their time to create and designed the chairs.

 

If you know of any Darien resident going through breast cancer treatment please contact the Darien Chamber office at 630-968-0004.

Darien Park District will host its annual "Hoe Down" on Sunday, Septermber 21 from noon to 5:00 p.m. at Darien Community Park, 7100 Clarendon Hills Road.  There will be a petting zoo, pony rides, hayrides, inflatables,crafts, games, food & fun!  For more information please call 630-968-6400.

Family Shelter Services will host a 10K/5K Run-Walk at Downers Grove North High School on Sunday, September 28. 10K Start 8:15am Check-in begins: 6:30am. Costs (adults): 10K Double Loop Run: $35 5K Run/Walk: $30 CARA Members receive a $3 discount All events are free with a fundraising commitment Costs (children): 1-Mile Competitive Run, ages 8-12, $12 Kids' Fitness Fun Challenge, ages 8 and under, $12  

 

Heroes wanted! With this year's theme "Be a Hero for Hope," participants are reminded that through their support and fundraising efforts, they are helping individuals affected by domestic violence move toward safer futures. With shelter, counseling, advocacy and support programs, our clients can triumph and become the true heroes. To register, please visit www.familyshelterservice.org. For more information about participation, fundraising or sponsorship, please call Karen at 630-221-8290 x7110.