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Friday, June 14th is Flag Day.  The Town of Darien will be observing the day at 6:30pm at the Veterans’ Memorial Circle in front of Town Hall.  A brief ceremony will be held, where an old flag will be ceremoniously lowered, and a new one will be raised.  The flag-folding ceremony will be the same one used at the Air Force Academy, explaining what each fold of the flag means.  Expected to participate are members of Darien Post 6933 Veterans of Foreign Wars, DAR and boys and girls from Darien’s Scouting programs.

I Pledge Allegiance

The public is invited to this rain-or-shine event, and all are encouraged to bring their old flags to the ceremony, to turn them in for proper disposal by the Darien VFW.  If folks cannot attend the event, please feel free to drop old flags off at the VFW any day after 2pm, or at Town Hall’s Front Desk.

(photo caption) Dave Polett, Vice Chairman of the Monuments and Ceremonies Commission, was part of a team that replaced the old and worn flags on the Noroton Avenue I-95 overpass on May 22nd, in preparation for Memorial Day.  Dave’s team also replaced the twin flags at the Kiwanis monument at the downtown train station on the Post Road.

Hanging new Flags.

The following poem will be read at the ceremony.

I am your Flag
I was born on June 14th, 1777.

I am more than just cloth shaped into a design.
I am the refuge of the World’s oppressed people.
I am the silent sentinel of Freedom.
I am the emblem of the greatest nation on earth.

I am the inspiration for which American
Patriots gave their lives and fortunes.
I have led your sons into battle from Valley Forge
to the bloody swamps of Viet Nam.
I walk in silence with each of your Honored Dead,
to their final resting place beneath the
silent White Crosses, row upon row.

I have flown through Peace and War, Strife and
Prosperity, and amidst it all I have been respected.
My Red Stripes . . . symbolize the blood spilled
in defense of this glorious nation.
My White Stripes . . . signify the burning
tears shed by Americans who lost their sons.

My Blue Field. . . is indicative of God’s
heaven under which I fly.
My Stars . . . clustered together, unify
50 States as one, for God and Country.
“Old Glory” is my nickname,
and proudly I wave on high.

Honor me, respect me, defend me with
your lives and your fortunes.
Never let my enemies tear me down from my
lofty position, lest I never return.

Keep alight the fires of patriotism, strive
earnestly for the spirit of democracy.
Worship Eternal God and keep His commandments,
and I shall remain the bulwark of peace
and freedom for all mankind.

I am your Flag.

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JoyRide Celebrates Ribbon Cutting in New Darien Studio

JoyRide Cycling Studio opened their second studio in Darien this week, punctuated by a celebratory ribbon cutting with Darien dignitaries and Chamber of Commerce board members on Thursday.  JoyRide, Fairfield County’s first fitness boutique dedicated to indoor cycling, or Spinning®, offers its high-energy and calorie-torching group exercise classes in a specially designed studio in the Goodwives Shopping Center at 25 Old Kings Highway North.

The three co-owners — Amy Hochhauser, Debbie Katz and Rhodie Lorenz — created a premier, boutique studio where talented instructors and enthusiastic riders infuse classes with energy, taking the ride from “just exercise” to an endorphin-surged and motivating workout, set to heart-pounding music.

“We are excited to spread the joy of indoor cycling to Darien!” said Hochhauser. “Working out at JoyRide doesn’t feel like work. Our classes get the endorphins flowing, clear the mind, and relieve stress. We want the hour riders spend at JoyRide to be the best hour of their day.”

JoyRide classes are geared toward all ages, genders and fitness levels — from the seasoned athlete in top shape to someone who has just started or re-entered an exercise program. Lorenz, also the lead instructor, designed JoyRide’s exclusive training method, which combines core elements of Pilates with high-quality indoor cycling to maximize cardiovascular benefits, lower blood pressure, develop muscle tone and reduce body fat.

Because indoor cycling is interval-based — the intensity varies throughout the class by changing body positions, pedal speed and resistance — it is one of the most efficient ways to torch calories. Riders can burn between 600-800 calories in a single, 50-minute class.  During the last 10 minutes of class, pedaling is combined with a form-focused upper body workout using a weighted body bar, followed by a cool down and crucial stretch.

To complement its popular indoor cycling classes, JoyRide also offers group interval training classes off the bike that combine weights, resistance and plyometric training for optimal results.  The studio also offers personal training.

   JoyRide’s Darien studio is open seven days a week and offers classes starting at 6 am for the early risers and commuters through the early evening.  Every Sunday at noon, the following week’s schedule is published online at joyridestudio.com, where JoyRiders can reserve specific bikes in their favorite classes.  Reserving a bike in advance is highly recommended because classes fill up quickly.

For more information, class descriptions, instructor bios, blogs, pricing and reservations, please visit JoyRide’s web site at joyridestudio.com.  First class is free. During the month of June, JoyRide is offering 20 percent off class packages (enter code JR20 online).

Facebook: facebook.com/joyridecycling

Twitter: @joyride_studio

Video: http://vimeo.com/63965009

Great Fun had by All!

Left to Right:

David Rosenbloom~Wells Fargo Advisors & Darien Chamber Board, Doug Campbell~Sylvan Learning & Darien Chamber Board  John Lundeen~Lundeen Cliffside Associates & Darien Selectman & Darien Chamber Board, Kaye Leong~Darien Rowayton Bank & Darien Chamber Board, Rhodie Lorenz~ JoyRide Co-Owner, Debbie Katz~ JoyRide Co-Owner, Bill Jensen~Darien Toy Box & Darien Chamber Board, Amy Hochhauser~ JoyRide Co-Owner, Laurie Griffth~Darien Ban & Trust & Darien Chamber Board, Barbara Busskohl~Darien Board of Realtors & Darien Chamber Board

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2013 Darien Chamber Scholarship Winners~

Caroline Golino  and Cameron  Magida

 The Darien Chamber of Commerce annually awards two scholarships, one to a graduating DHS senior and the second, a chamber membership benefit given to a chamber member’s immediate relative or one of the member’s employees.  The DCC Scholarships were presented at the Memorial Day Parade, just prior to the winners ride in a patriotic blue MINI convertible (courtesy of Fairfield County MINI).  We congratulate Caroline Golino who is enrolled at The College of William and Mary and Cameron Magida who will be attending Elon University on their past achievements, and wish them continued success in their college careers.  For the chamber member employee/family member scholarship, download the application from our website at www.DarienCTChamber.com.

Darien Chamber WINNERS

Pictured left to right: Bill Jensen~Darien Toy Box~Ex. Brd DCC, Kaye Leong~Darien Rowayton Bank~Vice Chairman DCC, Laurie Griffith~Darien Bank & Trust~Ex. Brd DCC, Caroline Golino~Scholarship Winner, Cameron Magida~ Scholarship Winner, Al Tibbetts~Tibbetts, Keating & Butler, LLC~Chairman DCC.

For more parade photos, click below.

http://www.darienctchamber.com/2013-darien-chamber-scholarship-memorial-parade

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Darien JoyRide Cycling Studio is offering free preview rides from May 28-31 (see schedule) and will be open to the public with a full schedule on Saturday, June 1.

 Because indoor cycling is interval-based — the intensity varies throughout the class by changing body positions, pedal speed and resistance — it is one of the most efficient ways to torch calories. Riders can burn between 600-800 calories in a single, 50-minute class.  During the last 10 minutes of class, pedaling is combined with a form-focused upper body workout using a weighted body bar, followed by a cool down and crucial stretch.

CLICK HERE FOR FREE PREVIEW TIMES AND SIGN UP

Joyride Cycling Free Preview

 

What have you got to lose?

 

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FREE Face  Painting by  professional artist Fun Ela on  Saturday May 18th from 11am till Noon at Darien Toy Box!

1064 Post Road in Darien.

Flutter By……..

Fierce!

GGGRRRRRrrrrr!

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Friday, May 10th from 6:30 to 9pm

Music by Bob Woods Jazz All Stars

Darien Historical

45 Old Kings Highway North

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

Tokeneke Map

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Over 215 people volunteered to pick up trash, pull weeds and plant flowers as part of the biannual Darien Town Wide Clean Up and Beautification organized by the Beatification Commission and the Darien Chamber. We want to extend gratitude to all who made that choice.

Many thanks go out to:  A Better Chance Students, Atria Darien, Beautification Commission, Brownie Troop, Daisy Troop, Darien Chamber, Darien High School Students, Darien Land Trust, Darien Senior Men’s Association The Depot, Friends of Gorham Pond, Friends of Pear Tree School, Friends of Selleck Woods, Friends of Tokeneke, Friends of Weed Beach, George Family & Friends, Green Team, Hindley School Students, Indian Guides, Indian Princesses, Jessup Family, New Beginnings Community Church, Pear Tree Point School Students, Upper Crust Bagel and Deli and the DPW.  Stop & Shop donated $500 of flowers which were planted in public areas around town by the Beautification Commission volunteers.

Indian Princesses Clean Up Cherry Lawn

Greg & Isabelle Garrett, Courtney & Geoff Ball, anna & Craig Schorr

Howard Thompson Melvin Orr, Darien Sr Men clean Darien RR Station

Cindy Ryan Heather Pommernelle Plant flowers donated by Stop & Shop

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Get a Glow in the Dark “I ♥ Darien” bracelet for a donation of $1 to help the Darien Holiday Lighting Fund.

 Every year as we enjoy the beauty of our town during the upcoming holiday season and appreciate the support from our loyal residents as we carry our message to “Shop Local”, it is important to note the wonderful lighting and wreath displays that enhance the holiday experience in Darien.

 This annual project is not magically done by volunteer elves in the middle of the night, but is a concerted effort coordinated by your Chamber of Commerce and funded in partnership with the town and private contributions. Imagine how our town would look without this display and CONTRIBUTE TODAY to help us sustain this project for the future.

 WE CANNOT CONTINUE WITHOUT YOUR SUPPORT.

 Donate $1 for an “I ♥ Darien” bracelet at:  Beadz Boutique, Chunky Pam’s Sweet Shoppe, Darien Doughnut, Darien Rowayton Bank, Darien Toy Box, Helen Ainson, Williams &Company and the Darien Chamber.

Donate & get an “I ♥ Darien” Glow in the Dark Bracelet.

Or make a donation and mail a check made out to:  Darien Holiday Lighting, 10 Corbin Drive, Darien, CT  06820