Thursday, November 19, 2015
Griffin Hospital in Derby to host free talk on sleep wellness
DERBY – Griffin Hospital is offering a free talk to break down the ABCs of Zs at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 3 in the hospital’s Meditation and Learning Center, 130 Division St.
Royce York, director of Respiratory Services at Griffin Hospital, will present “Sleep Well, Be Well” a discussion about the medical definition of sleep, sleep disorders and treatments, and tips for proper sleep hygiene.
There will also be information about Griffin Hospital’s Sleep Wellness Center, a comprehensive and state-of-the-art program that provides help for sleep disorders such as insomnia, sleep apnea, snoring, restless leg syndrome, and narcolepsy.
This program is part of a series of free, educational forums hosted by the Community Health Resource Center in an effort to help improve the health of the community.
To register or for more information, call Kerry or Deborah at 203-732-7399.
The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital is a traditional library that provides an array of medical and health information, including a large collection of easy to read health and lifestyle related materials.
The Center is open to the public to educate themselves on ways to enhance their well-being, prevent illness and play an active role in decisions about their health.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Derby mayor, officials welcome The Hops Company
DERBY – Mayor Anita Dugatto was among those in attendance on Nov. 10 for the ribbon cutting of one of Derby’s newest businesses, The Hops Company, at 77 Sodom Lane.
The business occupies the former Grassy Hill Lodge, a catering and banquet hall that served the area for many years.
Patrons of The Hops Company will have the opportunity to enjoy food and drinks in a casual beer garden setting that includes a 40-seat bar, couches in front of the building’s two fireplaces, and an outside bar.
Owners Umberto Morale and his wife, Lisa, plan to highlight Connecticut-made beers among some of the 36 beers on tap.
However, beer will not be the only offering. In addition to a full bar, The Hops Company will feature casual food from in-house vendors including Zuppardi’s Apizza and Ricky D’s Rib Shack.
“We know a lot of communities would have loved to lay claim to this exciting new business. We’re proud that Umberto and Lisa have chosen Derby to be their home. We wish them the best of luck,” Dugatto said.
For more information about The Hops Company visit www.thehopscompany.com.
Additionally, the Valley Chamber Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly networking event “Jingle & Mingle Annual Holiday Gathering” at the The Hops Company Dec. 1 from 5-7 p.m.
The event is sponsored by People’s United Bank. The event will also collect new, unwrapped toys for TEAM, Inc.'s annual Toys for Kids project.
This is a press release from Mayor Dugatto's office.
The business occupies the former Grassy Hill Lodge, a catering and banquet hall that served the area for many years.
Patrons of The Hops Company will have the opportunity to enjoy food and drinks in a casual beer garden setting that includes a 40-seat bar, couches in front of the building’s two fireplaces, and an outside bar.
Owners Umberto Morale and his wife, Lisa, plan to highlight Connecticut-made beers among some of the 36 beers on tap.
However, beer will not be the only offering. In addition to a full bar, The Hops Company will feature casual food from in-house vendors including Zuppardi’s Apizza and Ricky D’s Rib Shack.
“We know a lot of communities would have loved to lay claim to this exciting new business. We’re proud that Umberto and Lisa have chosen Derby to be their home. We wish them the best of luck,” Dugatto said.
For more information about The Hops Company visit www.thehopscompany.com.
Additionally, the Valley Chamber Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly networking event “Jingle & Mingle Annual Holiday Gathering” at the The Hops Company Dec. 1 from 5-7 p.m.
The event is sponsored by People’s United Bank. The event will also collect new, unwrapped toys for TEAM, Inc.'s annual Toys for Kids project.
This is a press release from Mayor Dugatto's office.
Scavenger hunt slated at Osbornedale State Park in Derby
DERBY - Take a break from your daily chores and explore the great outdoors by participating in a self-guided scavenger hunt while exploring the trails of Osbornedale State Park with family and friends.
You will be given a list of fall sightings to look out for while on your walk and when it’s complete, children will receive a small prize to take home.
Meet at 10 a.m. Nov. 28 at the Kellogg Environmental Center, 500 Hawthorne Ave.
The scavenger hunt will last about an hour, but you are welcome to continue exploring the area afterwards or come inside the Center to enjoy a warm beverage. This is a free event for all ages as long as you are willing to bundle up and take a walk outside.
No registration is required.
The Kellogg Environmental Center is located off Route 34.
Directions can be found on the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s website, www.ct.gov/deep/kellogg.
For more information or cancelation notice due to inclement weather call 203-734-2513.
This is a press release from DEEP.
Ansonia furniture store donates $1,000 to Valley Goes Pink campaign
Pictured from left: Director of Sales WPLR/ Connoisseur Media Andy Alcosser, Fiona Paterson of Griffin Hospital Development Fund, Valley Goes Pink co-chair Jodi Dawley, Spector Furniture co-owners Howie and Ken Kreiger, and Connecticut Post Senior VP of Sales and Marketing Rich Medeiros./Contributed photo
ANSONIA - Spector Furniture & Home Décor recently donated $1,000 to improve breast cancer services in the Lower Naugatuck Valley and help spread the word about breast health this October.
The $1,000 donation was collected throughout October as a portion of the store’s sales for the month was set aside for
The 6th Annual Valley Goes Pink, a Valley-wide campaign to support The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital.
The 6th Annual Valley Goes Pink, a Valley-wide campaign to support The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital.
In addition to the donation, Spector Furniture Co-owner Howie Kreiger served on the Valley Goes Pink Committee and assisted in securing media sponsorships from The Connecticut Post and WPLR.
Kreiger also collected auction and raffle prizes from area businesses for Valley Goes Pink events.
Kreiger also collected auction and raffle prizes from area businesses for Valley Goes Pink events.
The Valley Goes Pink brings together schools, organizations and businesses to hold fundraising events throughout October to increase awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection, support the Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital, and to celebrate the charitable spirit of the region’s businesses and organizations.
For more information about The Valley Goes Pink and how to get involved, visit griffinhealth.org/pink or contact the Griffin Hospital Development Fund, 203-732-7504.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
