What's Up for Kids    

If you have any information you would like to add regarding kids' programming, please call the Youth Commission at 656-7326 so we may include your listing.

April 2008

April 3

• 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  Darien Library: Teen Galley Party. Conference Room, Lower Level, 35 Leroy Ave. For youth in Grade 6 and up. Receive free advance copies of new books (aka galleys) to take home. For more information and to register, call the Children's Room at 655-1234 x117.

April 4

• 10 a.m.
  Darien Community Association: Mom's Morning In: Amazing Andy. 274 Middlesex Rd. Andy is back again for a giggling good time! $8/child. For more information, call the DCA at 655-9050.

• 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  Darien Youth Commission: 6th Grade TOPS Clash Bash Party. Gymnasium, Darien Town Hall, 2 Renshaw Rd. come dressed in your craziest, mixed-up clothing for a fun-filled night. $5 per person. 6th grade TOPS members only. For more information, call 656-7388.

• 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  Darien Youth Commission: 7th and 8th Grade TOPS Ice Skating Party. Stamford Twin Rinks (corner of Hope St. & Camp Ave.) $6 admission (special fee $3, if needed). For more information, call 656-7388 or send an email to asillars@darienct.gov.

April 4 to April 6

• Darien Parks and Recreation: Tryouts for 08-09 DYHA Girls Teams. Darien Ice Rink, 55 Old Kings Highway N. Applicants must bring a completed USA Hockey Waiver and a completed Letter of Commitment. $100 tryout fee (check only); $1000 player fee (check only). For more information, visit http://www.dyha.com.

April 10

• 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
  Darien Library: BookMANIA. Conference Room, Lower Level, 35 Leroy Ave. Ages 7 to 9. Share a story--fantasy, historical fiction, humor, and/or folk tale. Then enjoy activities, crafts, games, and snacks reflecting the theme of the book. Registration is not required. For more information, call the Children's Room at 655-1234 x117.

April 11

• 10 a.m.
  Darien Community Association: Mom's Morning In: Darien Nature Center Field Trip. 274 Middlesex Rd. One of our town treasures plays host to the MMI group. We'll take a hike with a naturalist and meet some animals from the Zoo Room. $6/child. For more information, call the DCA at 655-9050.

April 14 to April 18

• Darien Parks & Rec/Youth Commission: April Vacation Camp. Future Stars Basketball Academy and Major League Soccer offer an exciting morning sports experience for children in Grades K-5. The Youth Commission offers a wonderful afternoon camp for kids in Grades 1-5, which includes trips, games, and arts & crafts. Lunch NOT provided. Visit http://www.darienct.gov/parkrec to register or call the Youth Commission at 656-7325 for more information.

• Darien YMCA: April Vacation Camp. Kids from 3 years of age to 5th Grade can enjoy swimming, arts & crafts, cooking, outside play, games, and special field trips. There are half-day and full-day options and extended care is available. For more information and to register, visit http://www.darienymca.org or call the YMCA at 655-8228.

April 15

• 10 a.m.
  Darien Library: Baby Boogie. Program Room, Lower Level, 35 Leroy Ave. Join Dancer Roberta Halperin for 45 minutes of creative movement, dance, and stretches for you and your toddler to share. Ages 8-11 months. For more information and to register, call the Children's Room at 655-1234 x117.

• 11 a.m.
  Darien Library: Global Tots. Program Room, Lower Level, 35 Leroy Ave. Join Dancer Roberta Halperin for 45 minutes of creative movement, dance, and stretches for you and your toddler to share. Ages 2-4. For more information and to register, call the Children's Room at 655-1234 x117.

April 16

• 10 a.m.
  Darien Library: Global Tots. Program Room, Lower Level, 35 Leroy Ave. Join Dancer Roberta Halperin for 45 minutes of creative movement, dance, and stretches for you and your toddler to share. Ages 2 to 4. For more information and to register, call the Children's Room at 655-1234 x117.

• 11 a.m.
  Darien Library: Global Tots. Program Room, Lower Level, 35 Leroy Ave. Join Dancer Roberta Halperin for 45 minutes of creative movement, dance, and stretches for you and your toddler to share. Ages 2-4. For more information and to register, call the Children's Room at 655-1234 x117.

• 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  Darien Library: Duct Tape Mania. Conference Room, Lower Level, 35 Leroy Ave. For youth in Grade 6 and up. Go crazy with duct tape--learn to make colorful wallets, bags, clothing, and more! For more information and to register, call the Children's Room at 655-1234 x117.

April 17

• 10 a.m.
  Darien Library: Play Lingo (Library Bingo). Program Room, Lower Level, 35 Leroy Ave. For youth in Grades 1 to 5. A quick bingo lesson, then the famous game of luck begins! Prizes will be distributed. For more information and to register, call the Children's Room at 655-1234 x117.

April 24

• 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
  Darien Library: BookMANIA. Conference Room, Lower Level, 35 Leroy Ave. Ages 7 to 9. Share a story--fantasy, historical fiction, humor, and/or folk tale. Then enjoy activities, crafts, games, and snacks reflecting the theme of the book. Registration is not required. For more information, call the Children's Room at 655-1234 x117.

• 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  Darien Library: Nutmeg Book Groups. Conference Room, Lower Level, 35 Leroy Ave. Grades 4 to 6. Join us for a discussion of The Homework Machine by Dan Gutman. Light dinner provided. Registration is required. For more information and to register, call the Children's Room at 655-1234 x117.

April 25

• 10 a.m.
  Darien Community Association: Mom's Morning In: MMI Birthday Party. 274 Middlesex Rd. Come help us celebrate as MMI turns 17. We'll have traditional birthday games and favors for all. And no party would be complete without cake! $6/child. For more information, call the DCA at 655-9050.

• 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
  Darien Library: Snuggle Knit-a-Thon. Conference Room, Lower Level, 35 Leroy Ave. For knitters of all ages. We will be knitting security blankets, also known as Snuggles, for shelter animals. For more information and to register, call the Children's Room at 655-1234 x117.

• 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  Darien Youth Commission: 7th Grade TOPS Spring Fling. Gymnasium, Darien Town Hall, 2 Renshaw Rd. 7th Grade TOPS members only. $6/person. Casual attire (pastel colors encouraged!). For more information, call the Youth Commission at 656-7326.

May 3

• 12 noon to 1 p.m.
  Darien Youth Commission: Tilley Pond Boat Regatta. Event registration: $3 per boat. Registration begins at 12 noon. Non-racing judging: 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. PLEASE NOTE: Boat-building workshops will be offered on Thursday, May 1: 3-3:45 p.m. or 4-4:45 p.m.; May 2: 3-3:45 p.m. Advanced registration for workshops is required. $15 at the Youth Commission Office (Room 110, Town Hall). Boat kits are available as well: $10/kit. For more information, call the Youth Commission at 656-7388.