Darien

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Located on Long Island Sound, Darien is a picturesque New England community with the ambiance of a small town. Originally part of Stamford, Darien was incorporated as a town in 1820. Warm sandy beaches stretch out along Darien’s coastline. Inland rivers, streams, ponds and creeks converge with acres of open green fields, flower-speckled meadows and thick New England woodland.

Several annual cultural events are held in Darien. It is home to the Ox Ridge Hunt Club (a world-class private equestrian center), three golf clubs, yacht and swimming clubs. There are public paddle and tennis courts, playgrounds, numerous baseball and softball diamonds, community garden plots and much, much more. Cherry Lawn Park features a community garden, where green thumbs of all ages can enjoy cultivating their own plot of land. Also within the park is the Darien Nature Center, featuring live animal habitats, educational programs and workshops, a nature trail, a spring-fed pond and a children's garden. The Darien Arts Center is a major part of the city's cultural life, promoting visual and performing arts through classes, performances and exhibits. Darien's public library is ranked one of the top 10 libraries of its size in the country.

Great shopping areas have developed in the former business district, with Goodwives Shopping Plaza, Noroton Heights Shopping Center and a number of shops along Post, Tokeneke and Heights roads. Darien offers a 51-minute express train to New York City, making it a great home for commuters or anyone who wants to take advantage of everything New York City has to offer.