Darien Soundings

Dear Darien,

It’s with great sadness that we include this news. Julie Taylor Peters, a former president of the Darien Board of Realtors, passed away suddenly on January 15, 2023 because of an undetectable medical event. She was 53 and had been in perfect health prior.

Julie had lived in Darien for years, was a born leader, a natural negotiator, a fierce partner with any racquet, a gifted seamstress, and a very trusted friend. She had no limits to what she could accomplish and she had a natural ability to do it all with compassion, style, and that oh so beautiful smile.

Julie was a member of the Darien Board of Realtors since 2005. Dozens of families came to see Julie not just as their Realtor but also their jack-of-all-trades handyman, decorator, financial advisor, and therapist. Most of all, she became their friend. Julie's peers elected her President of the Darien Board of Realtors in 2019 and 2020. In 2020 Julie was also presented with the honor of Darien's Realtor of the Year. In December, she had been appointed to the Executive Committee of the statewide Connecticut Association of Realtors as Region 1 Vice President. Recently, Julie became the manager of the Greenwich and Old Greenwich offices of Coldwell Banker Realty where her skills in management and selling real estate guided nearly 200 agents.

She will be missed greatly and was loved by all of us here at the Darien Board of Realtors.

FACES

Are you or is someone you know getting married soon? If so, we know just the place for you. A Little Something White Bridal Couture offers an amazing selection of bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, veil and headpieces, accessories, and more! It also offers alterations and gown preservation.

Ashley Krauss is the founder and owner of A Little Something White. When she opened in 2012, she knew she had found the career she wanted for the rest of her life. Ashley is known as the Bride Whisperer so you know you will be in good hands when picking out the dress of your dreams!

Visit the website here to request an appointment with the team at A Little Something White so that they can help you get ready for the big day!

PLACES

Did you know that Darien has its very own salt cave? Welcome to the Salt Cave of Darien! This natural therapy has anti-inflammatory properties from pharmaceutical grade salt which eases stress, soothes respiratory and skin conditions, and reduces joint pain. When you need some ‘me time’, enjoy a private massage, reflexology, or energy session with the added serenity of salt. They have a private cave rental for when you want to have a celebration with your friends.

Breathe in all of the benefits of the salted wall and book an appointment at the website here.

HIGHLIGHTS

The push is on now as the Corbin District works hard to move Bank of America into its new beautiful branch in mid February, with an opening set for March. The Post Office Building at 30 Corbin Drive will be demolished at the end of the month and all retail tenants could be relocated into their new offices in March and April so that Phase Two of The Corbin District project can get started!

Visit the website here to learn more and follow detailed construction updates. We can't wait to see the finished result!