Stationers, in Darien, are usually referred to shops that sell a wide gamut of materials like paper and office supplies, writing implements, greeting cards, glue, pencil case, etc. As the name suggests, stationers are shops on a fixed spot and are usually found near schools or universities.

In earlier days, stationers were text writers, illuminators, bookbinders or booksellers who worked at fixed positions, and thus the name. The job of stationers in Darien currently include printing, papermaking, packaging, office products, engineering, advertising, design, photography, film and video production, publishing of books, newspapers and periodicals and digital media.

Water, Water Everywhere but Not a Drop to Drink?

By:  Lee Ann Rush We’ve discussed the stranglehold that the giant food-processing conglomerates have on our domestic food supply several times, always recommending that people choose wisely by limiting processed foods, buying local (preferably organic) produce in season, and taking a shot at growing their own backyard or container gardens.  One thing we haven’t talked about is drinking water, something that..