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Carmelite Campus in Darien

Nestled among quiet gardens, contemplative spaces, walking paths, and centuries of Carmelite Tradition, the Carmelite Campus invites visitors to step away from the noise and rediscover stillness, beauty, and inspiration. Whether you come for prayer, reflection, history, a retreat, spiritual enrichment, or simply a peaceful afternoon, the campus offers a welcoming experience for individuals, families, parish groups, and pilgrims of every kind. National Shrine of St. Thérèse Meditation Gardens and Outdoor Devotional Spaces Retreat and Spiritual Programs Carmelite Spirituality and History Beautiful Architecture, art, and Sacred Spaces Community Events and Seasonal Celebrations Religious Gift Shop

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Nestled among quiet gardens, contemplative spaces, walking paths, and centuries of Carmelite Tradition, the Carmelite Campus invites visitors to...

Darien Woman's ClubCreative Youth Art FairFebruary 21 from 2 - 3:30 pm Cass Junior High, 8502 Bailey Road, Darien Artwork by Darien Area Youth 4 Years Old to 12th Grade DEADLINE Pre-register artwork by February 5 deadline. Late entries will NOT be accepted. Artwork must be created by the entrant. Division winners and selected entrants will be displayed at the Indian Prairie Library. CATEGORIES Drawing Painting Mixed Media Sculputer Photography/ Computer Generated To enter and for more information visit darienwomansclub.org

Creative Youth Art FairFebruary 21 from 2 - 3:30 pm

Cass Junior High, 8502 Bailey Road, Darien Artwork by Darien Area Youth 4 Years Old to 12th Grade

DEADLINE Pre-register artwork by February 5 deadline. Late entries will NOT be accepted.

Artwork must be created by the entrant. Division winners and selected entrants will be displayed at the Indian Prairie Library. CATEGORIES

Drawing Painting Mixed Media Sculputer Photography/ Computer Generated To enter and for more information visit darienwomansclub.org

The Darien Woman's Club will once again host the annual Creative Youth Art Fair.  Deadline for submissions is February 5, 2016.

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Sat., May 30 from 10a-12p - Everyone is welcome!
Clear out the clutter at this free, fast, and secure community shredding event hosted by RE/MAX Premier. Attendees are welcome to bring up to three bags of documents per car, but please ensure all metal clips and bindings are removed beforehand.
Swing by, say hello to your neighbors, and sign up to win a $100 gift certificate while you wait!
RE/MAX Premier, 101 Burr Ridge Pkwy (BMO&nbsp;Building Parking Lot)

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