The following email provides timely information on news and services
from the City of Darien.
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Weekly eNews - July 27, 2023 |
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“The way we choose to see the world creates the world we see.” - Barry Neil Kaufman
I have always believed that each of us is the composite of all of our previous life experiences. Think about that for a second, can you recall a life experience that has had a significant impact on who you are today? Maybe you lost a position that forced you to reassess your career choice, or maybe you lost a parent, sibling or close relative which had the effect of making you understand how fragile life really is, and how we should never take for granted those we love and hold close to our hearts.
My father, though a loving man, was always very strict, and a part of me always pledged that when I became a parent, my discipline techniques would be completely different from that of my father. As conscious of this as I was, there were times, when disciplining my sons, that I opened my mouth, and “my father’s words” came out. This reminded me of a quote by Philip Pullman who said, “One curious thing about growing up is that you don’t always move forward in time; you move backwards as well, as pieces of your parents and grandparent’s lives come to you.” This realization taught me that my life experiences, especially those involving my parents, have had a serious impact on who I am, and as Ralph Waldo Emerson states, “What lies behind us and what lies before us, are but tiny matters compared to what lies within us.”
We may be successful at negating some of the difficulties that have impacted our lives, nonetheless, we always need to be conscious of how they affect us in order to make course corrections as we move through life. You may choose not to look at yourself as the composite of your life experiences; despite that, I hope you take a minute to look at your life and judge as to what may have had an impact on who you are today. Remember, as Barry Neil Kaufman states, “The way we choose to see the world creates the world we see.” I hope what you choose to see is a positive present and future.
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Support the National Night Out Blood Drive
The Darien Police Department is sponsoring a Blood Drive on Tuesday, August 1 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The drive will be in the bus parked at Darien Westwood Park (NE corner of 75th and Fairview). Donate for a chance to win $1200 in e-gift cards for a new TV, computer, or any new home entertainment device.*
Appointments are encouraged; walk-ins are welcome! Sign up online or call/text Camille from Versiti at 847-305-9998.
*NO PURCH. NEC. MI, OH, IL, IN, and WI residents only; 18+. Ends 8/31/23. Four (4) sep. weekly drawings. Enter by blood donation or online. See Official Rules for details. Sponsor: Versiti, Inc., 638 N. 18th St., Milwaukee, WI 53233. |
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Darien Rocks the Greens Summer Concerts at Carriage Greens
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Join the fun TONIGHT at Carriage Greens! You won't want to miss The Mix as they bring us everything from classics to current chart hits. The fun starts at 6:00 p.m. and you'll be able to enjoy food and drinks from local restaurants as you sway to the music. |
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Economic Development Committee Meeting - August 3
The Economic Development Committee will meet on Thursday, August 3, at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. The agenda will be posted here. |
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The City of Darien is Hiring
The City is now hiring for the position of Business Liaison and Recruitment Coordinator. This position is responsible for implementation of economic development goals for the city including planning, coordinating and monitoring programs and projects that are designed to retain existing businesses, attract new businesses and secure new economic investment. Learn more about this opening here. |
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Beautification Project
This year’s budget includes beautification of the landscaping and hardscaping of the 75th Street corridor and eight "Welcome to Darien" signs. Darien’s city arborist worked with a landscape consultant to develop and implement improvements to the existing landscape and further enhance the areas. As you may notice these areas are now torn up and the improvements are underway. This is one of many beautification projects the city has worked on over the years and we plan to continue projects that enhance the beauty of Darien. If you have any suggestions for future beautification projects please contact Bryon Vana, bvana@darienil.gov or (630) 353-8114. |
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It’s Darien and Winfield Week at WARHOL!
Darien and Winfield residents can use code BOGOWI for 50% off Timed Tickets through July 30! For tickets, visit Warhol2023.org. Offer is limited, not retroactive, cannot be combined with other offers and expires on Sunday, July 30, 11:59p.
The WARHOL Exhibition at the McAninch Arts Center and Cleve Carney Museum of Art encompasses 11,000 square feet of exhibition space, provides the opportunity to experience Andy Warhol’s life through over 200 of his original works, and features interactive exhibits, recreations, and videos created exclusively for this exhibition.
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Clarendon Hills Road Closure
The City is continuing the capital investment project along Clarendon Hills Road. This project includes a new sidewalk along the east side of the road from Plainfield Road to 67th Street, the construction of a crosswalk into Community Park, and the installation of a stop light at 67th and Clarendon Hills Road.
During this construction, there will be limited traffic permitted on Clarendon Hills Road within the project limits. Please avoid the area if you can, and watch for road closures and detours that will be in place. The detours will be adjusted as needed during the project. We are planning for the traffic detours to be in place from July 10th through August 7th. For questions, please call Regina at 630-353-8105.
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Heat-Related Illness in Children
It's heating up, but there are precautions you can take to protect your family! Not only are infants and children more susceptible to heat-related illnesses, but they also rely on others to keep them safe. Follow these tips to help keep everyone happy and healthy:
- Never leave infants, children, or pets in a parked car. The temperature can rise to a dangerous level quickly, even with a window open.
- Dress infants and children appropriately. Loose, light clothing will help them stay cool.
- Stay hydrated. Bring refillable water bottles along when you leave the house to keep the whole family hydrated.
Find more safety tips and information here. |
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DuPage County Cooling Centers
If you don't have air conditioning and need to cool off, you can find cooling centers through the DuPage Community Resource Information System (CRIS). The CRIS provides a listing of locations by zip code: click here. And remember that Indian Prairie Library, located at 401 Plainfield Road, serves as a cooling center during its hours of operation. |
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Planning and Zoning Meeting Cancelled
The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 2, has been cancelled. The next meeting is a public hearing scheduled for Wednesday, August 16. To see all scheduled meetings, check out the community calendar. |
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Click on the links below for more information on these upcoming community events!
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July 27 - Darien Park District Summer Movies - Finding Nemo: link
August 10 - Darien Park District Summer Movies - Super Mario Bros.: link
August 10-13 - Darien Fest: link
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Darien Police Weekly Press Release
The Darien Police Department issues a press release each week.
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Darien Events and Happenings |
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Check out the City Calendar for information on upcoming meetings and events
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Check out the Community Calendar for the news on events from Darien community organizations!
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(630) 353-8114
City Hall (630) 852-5000
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Visit the City of Darien's website for information on City services.
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