Letter To The Editor: Thank You, Darien Dash Participants

To the Editor:

So who knows Darien Best??? As winners of the Darien Youth Commission’s 2nd Annual Darien Dash,
apparently Jim O’Brien, Kiera O’Brien, Whitney Scallon, Sophia Condon & Lindsey Turner do! The second annual community-wide scavenger hunt included many elements. Some of the expected components
were: puzzle solving; geographical planning & mapping; and photography. Some of the unexpected
elements included good, clean competition; intergenerational cooperation; a whole lot of smiles,
reflection & fun! The event, which took place on Saturday, March 10 started at the Darien Town Hall
and ended with a reception at the Depot Teen Center. 2nd place bragging rights belong to the Barkley
family with the Hyatt family claiming 3rd place victors.

Thanks to the students on the DYC whose vision and hard work culminated with a terrifically fun
community event. Thanks to Diane Farrell of Farrell Marketing and Media for her expert guidance in
once again promoting the event. A huge shout-out to the following merchants who participated:
Espresso Neat; Darien Diner; Barrett Bookstore; Palmer’s; Nielsen’s; Mama Carmela’s; Louie’s Italian
Restaurant; Darien Doughnut; Darien Ice Rink; Chocolate Works; Everything’s Rosie; Wild Birds
Unlimited; The Goose; Bertucci’s; Danny’s Cycles; Grieb’s Pharmacy; Jennifer’s Kitchen; Embody Café;
Hands on Pottery; Johnny’s & Company; Burgers, Shakes & Fries; Driftwood Diner; the Dock Shop;
Beadworks; & Uncle’s Deli (who ALSO provided gift certificates for each member of the winning team).

And finally, a special thank you to the Depot for again hosting the reception at the end of the event.
Was a great opportunity while points were being calculated for participants to compare notes and
strategies, share in a “debrief” of sorts and enjoy each other’s company.

Be certain to keep 3rd Annual Darien Dash (March 2019) on your radar. The only way you lose is by NOT
participating!

Alicia Sillars
Youth Director
Darien Youth Commission