The Whiffenpoofs
Tuesday, August 29, 2023,4:00pm - 5:00pm

114 years after their founding, The Yale Whiffenpoofs make their ‘23-‘24 season debut at Darien Library, singing a mix of classic and contemporary favorites!

The Whiffenpoofs, America's oldest a cappella group, entertain audiences around the globe with their diverse repertoire of vocal jazz, folk, pop, and Broadway hits. Choice selections include "Anything Goes," by Whiffenpoof alum, Cole Porter, "House of the Rising Sun," by the Animals, and the group's signature "Whiffenpoof Song."

Whiffenpoofs of years past have sung for Presidents Obama, Bush (41 and 43), Clinton, and Reagan, and at venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Kennedy Center. In recent years, they have also featured on television shows such as “The Sing Off,” “The West Wing,” and “Glee.”  

Don't miss the Yale Whiffenpoofs, America's oldest a cappella group, make their 2024 debut at Darien Library!  Join us on Tuesday,at 4 p.m as the group performs everything from "Midnight Train to Georgia," by Gladys Knight & the Pips to the group's signature "Whiffenpoof Song."

Events Calendar

Events for Adults

Monday Night Movie: "You Hurt My Feelings"
Monday, 8/28 at 6:30 p.m.
Community Room

Tech Help Tuesdays
Tuesday, 8/29 at 2 p.m.
Research Room

Let's Letterbox
Wednesday, 8/30 at 7 p.m.
Conference Room

Knit One, Crochet Too
Thursday, 8/31 at 2 p.m.
Small Conference Room


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Events for Kids and Teens

Outdoor Baby Laptime
Tuesday, 8/29 at 9:30 am.
Ages Birth to 18 months
Courtyard

Outdoor Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, 8/29 at 10:30 a.m.
AND Thursday, 8/31 at 10:30 a.m.
Ages 18 months to 3 years
Courtyard

The Friday Thing
Friday, 9/1 at 1 p.m.
Ages 12 to 18
Teen Lounge

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