Darien Soundings

Dear Darien,

Darien REALTORS have joined forces with the CT REALTORS Foundation to help end homelessness in Connecticut. The 6th annual campaign is underway! Each year, the CT REALTORS^® Foundation partners with the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness to help keep local families in their homes throughout the year and avoid the trauma of homelessness. As an added bonus, the Foundation will donate a stuffed Paddington bear to a child in a shelter this holiday season for every $25 that is donated. Learn some easy ways that you and your community can help support "be homeful for the holidays." Or donate here today.

Watch this video to learn more about the campaign.

FACES

Meet Nube Siguenza, the chef and owner of Scena. Nube began studying with several top chefs in New York and Connecticut, and taking classes at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. It was there that she developed her innate talent for pairing new and flavorful accompaniments and side dishes to enliven traditional Italian old-world foods.

Scena opened in downtown Darien in September 2010. Scena offers a Mediterranean-inspired experience with a warm, open wood-fired brick oven, a crafted wine and cocktail list, fresh ingredients, and exceptional experience. The atmosphere draws you in but the food makes you stay. Check out their menu and visit Scena at 1077 Post Road.

PLACES

Check out Shoes 'N' More! Enjoy upscale, boutique-style shopping at signature affordable prices. Shoes ‘N’ More will have you dressed from head to toe in great styles at great prices.

Shoes 'N' More is a family-owned, woman-run local business. Discover on trend looks, cute shoes, cool handbags, fun dresses, accessories that make the outfit, last-minute gifts, and so much more! Stop by and check out their Darien location, 1074-1076, Post Road or visit their website!

HIGHLIGHTS

#DarienTogether is happening now through December 24th! The Corbin District is teaming up with the Darien CT Chamber of Commerce to spread the joy of the holiday season again this year to support our local retailers with our #darientogether Instagram shop local campaign.

How to enter:

Snap a photo of:

-A selfie in a local shop;

-A beautiful display in a store;

-A picture at the store you frequent the most;

-Eating dinner at a favorite restaurant or eatery.

Then post it on Instagram and tag @thecorbindistrict, @darientctchamber and #darientogether. Make sure you are following them to be qualified!

To see what stores are participating, visit their website here. Until December 24th, they will draw 6 winners per week to receive a $250 gift certificate that can be redeemed in Darien shops and establishments. We can't wait to see all the great pics!