Holiday Shopping Event To Benefit Darien EMS Post 53

DARIEN, CT — Nielsen's Florist & Garden Shop will host a holiday shopping event to benefit Darien EMS – Post 53 on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 1405 Post Road in Darien.

The event will feature Nielsen's winter displays, live entertainment and a holiday flower bar where guests can create arrangements with seasonal blooms. Wine and cheese will be served.

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Attendees will receive a 10 percent discount on purchases that evening, and a portion of Nielsen's sales will benefit Post 53's volunteer-run emergency medical services. The event will also include a raffle.

Tickets are $25 per person, with all ticket proceeds benefiting Post 53.

"We're incredibly grateful to Nielsen's and the Darien community for their continued generosity," said Post 53 Executive Director Joe Larcheveque in a news release. "Support from events like this helps our high school and adult EMTs continue providing exceptional emergency care to Darien residents, 24 hours a day, seven days a week."

Raya Ward, general manager at Nielsen's Florist & Garden Shop, added, "We're delighted to partner with Post 53 once again for this special holiday tradition. It's a wonderful opportunity to bring the community together, celebrate the season and support an organization that does so much for Darien."

Last year's event sold out, and guests are encouraged to purchase tickets early.

Tickets may be purchased here.