Friday, September 9, 2016
Seymour High School student wins scholarship at charity golf classic
NORWALK - This year’s Kennedy Center Charity Golf Classic was full of many milestones.
Not only did we commemorate our Silver Anniversary with over 25 years of great golfing memories, but we celebrated 25 years of helping people with disabilities as well as inspiring our junior golfers who play annually in the tournament.
Nearly 90 golfers swung their clubs for charity in one of the only tournaments in the state where junior golfers play with an adult foursome.
This tournament teed off at Shorehaven Golf Club and raised over $32,700 for underfunded programs provided by The Kennedy Center.
Since its inception, the tournament has contributed more than $638,000 for the benefit of children and adults with disabilities in the community to live a productive and fulfilling life.
A total of 17 junior golfers from 12 communities were awarded scholarships based upon academic achievement, school and community leadership, and golf proficiency. Junior golfers aged 15 through 18 played for free in this scramble-format, 18-hole classic. In total, nearly 500 junior golfers from Connecticut have received more than $240,000 in scholarship money.
The Junior Scholarship and Title Sponsors of the Silver Anniversary of the Classic were the families of Diane Thompson and Chip Carpenter of Sandy Hook, and Julie and Doug Conley of Olney, Md., in memory of Fred and Fran Ahlbin.
Other major sponsors deserving credit for their generosity included: Merit Insurance in Shelton as the Presenting Sponsor; R.D. Scinto, Inc. in Shelton as the Championship Sponsor; All American Waste, Donahue& Brown, LLC in Fairfield, The Hartford Insurance, and Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield of CT, all Invitational Sponsors; and People’s United Bank as the Golf Ball Sponsor.
Co-chairs of the golf classic were Trumbull residents Stephen Donahue and Sean Carroll. The Probus Club also provided invaluable volunteer support.
“This Greater Bridgeport civic organization assists organizations that serve people with disabilities and has a proud history of helping The Kennedy Center in many ways for over two decades,” said Martin D. Schwartz, President and CEO of The Kennedy Center.
2,400 served each year
The Kennedy Center, founded in 1951, is an internationally accredited, non-profit, community-based rehabilitation organization that currently serves 2,400 individuals annually.
The agency actively responds to the needs of the community by offering innovative, comprehensive service options to persons with disabilities and special needs, from birth to senior years.
The Kennedy Center operates 31 community experience programs, 16 group homes, an industries program composed of six businesses, supported and competitive employment and job placement services, a family support and respite service, travel training, and a variety of children’s programs.
Visit www.thekennedycenterinc.org for more information. The following area high school students (listed alphabetically by community) received junior golf scholarships in this year’s Kennedy Center Charity Golf Classic:
Not only did we commemorate our Silver Anniversary with over 25 years of great golfing memories, but we celebrated 25 years of helping people with disabilities as well as inspiring our junior golfers who play annually in the tournament.
Nearly 90 golfers swung their clubs for charity in one of the only tournaments in the state where junior golfers play with an adult foursome.
This tournament teed off at Shorehaven Golf Club and raised over $32,700 for underfunded programs provided by The Kennedy Center.
Since its inception, the tournament has contributed more than $638,000 for the benefit of children and adults with disabilities in the community to live a productive and fulfilling life.
A total of 17 junior golfers from 12 communities were awarded scholarships based upon academic achievement, school and community leadership, and golf proficiency. Junior golfers aged 15 through 18 played for free in this scramble-format, 18-hole classic. In total, nearly 500 junior golfers from Connecticut have received more than $240,000 in scholarship money.
The Junior Scholarship and Title Sponsors of the Silver Anniversary of the Classic were the families of Diane Thompson and Chip Carpenter of Sandy Hook, and Julie and Doug Conley of Olney, Md., in memory of Fred and Fran Ahlbin.
Other major sponsors deserving credit for their generosity included: Merit Insurance in Shelton as the Presenting Sponsor; R.D. Scinto, Inc. in Shelton as the Championship Sponsor; All American Waste, Donahue& Brown, LLC in Fairfield, The Hartford Insurance, and Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield of CT, all Invitational Sponsors; and People’s United Bank as the Golf Ball Sponsor.
Co-chairs of the golf classic were Trumbull residents Stephen Donahue and Sean Carroll. The Probus Club also provided invaluable volunteer support.
“This Greater Bridgeport civic organization assists organizations that serve people with disabilities and has a proud history of helping The Kennedy Center in many ways for over two decades,” said Martin D. Schwartz, President and CEO of The Kennedy Center.
2,400 served each year
The Kennedy Center, founded in 1951, is an internationally accredited, non-profit, community-based rehabilitation organization that currently serves 2,400 individuals annually.
The agency actively responds to the needs of the community by offering innovative, comprehensive service options to persons with disabilities and special needs, from birth to senior years.
The Kennedy Center operates 31 community experience programs, 16 group homes, an industries program composed of six businesses, supported and competitive employment and job placement services, a family support and respite service, travel training, and a variety of children’s programs.
Visit www.thekennedycenterinc.org for more information. The following area high school students (listed alphabetically by community) received junior golf scholarships in this year’s Kennedy Center Charity Golf Classic:
Bethel Spencer Olson
Monroe Emma Breyan
Emily Hammer
New Canaan Tessa Piontkowski
Newtown Colin Patrick
North Haven Sophie Velez
Seymour Hunter Cripps
Trumbull Alexa Brown
Grace McLean
Weston Halley Melito
Tyler Melito
Westport Anelise Browne
Wilton Nora Noel Nolan
Woodbury Anthony Eanniello
This is a press release from The Kennedy Center.
This is a press release from The Kennedy Center.
Seymour Historical Society to present talk about Charles Island
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SEYMOUR -The Seymour Historical Society, 59 West St., will host a presentation about Charles Island at 2 p.m. Sept. 25.
Charles Island consists of just 14 acres off the Milford coast in Long Island Sound.
Nowadays it serves as a state sanctuary for herons and egrets.
Yet it has a long and unusual history.
In this program, Michael Dooling, the archivist at the Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury, will discuss his research that led to a book on this exotic place.
In this program, Michael Dooling, the archivist at the Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury, will discuss his research that led to a book on this exotic place.
He’ll describe its Native American roots, its apparent “discovery” by famous explorer Adrian Block in the 1600s, and the many tales claiming that infamous pirate William Kidd buried treasure there.
Dooling will also discuss how the island hosted a 19th-century tourist resort, a 20th-century religious retreat - and a most bizarre boxing match.
There is no admission charge for Seymour Historical Society members; admission is $5 for non-members.
Doors open at 1 p.m. Seating is strictly limited to 65 people, so arrive early to claim a seat.
Dooling will also discuss how the island hosted a 19th-century tourist resort, a 20th-century religious retreat - and a most bizarre boxing match.
There is no admission charge for Seymour Historical Society members; admission is $5 for non-members.
Doors open at 1 p.m. Seating is strictly limited to 65 people, so arrive early to claim a seat.
For information call 203-881-2156 or contact psussman@snet.net.
Visit us on Facebook, or at www.seymourhistoricalsociety.org.
Visit us on Facebook, or at www.seymourhistoricalsociety.org.
The Valley Community Foundation provides major funding for Seymour Historical Society programs.
This is a press release from Seymour Historical Society.
Valley United Way to kick off campaign at Emmett O'Brien Tech in Ansonia
ANSONIA - Come be one of the first to see the newly renovated, state of the art Emmett O'Brien Technical High School as Valley United Way kicks off its 49th Annual Community Campaign.
All are welcome to join in this free, kickoff celebration on Sept. 27 from 5-7 p.m. at the school, 141 Prindle Ave.
Enjoy hors d'oeuvres prepared by the school’s Chef Perfecto Valle and take a tour of the new building and workshops.
Guests will hear plans for the upcoming Valley United Way campaign, learn about how their dollars make an impact in our local community and get a first look inside Emmett O’Brien.
Guests will hear plans for the upcoming Valley United Way campaign, learn about how their dollars make an impact in our local community and get a first look inside Emmett O’Brien.
All are welcome. Pre-registration required by calling Valley United Way at 203-926-9478 or visiting www.valleyunitedway.org.
This event is made possible by the generosity of Marquee Sponsor Iroquois Pipeline Operating Co.
To Join in the Fight for a Stronger Community and help Valley United Way reach its goal, visit www.valleyunitedway.org or call (203) 926-9478.
This is a press release from Valley United Way, a registered 501(c)(3) organization proudly serving Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour and Shelton.
United Way fights for the health, education of financial stability of every person in every community.
In collaboration with our partners we work to prepare youth for success, strengthen families, and help people in crisis.
This is a press release from Valley United Way, a registered 501(c)(3) organization proudly serving Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour and Shelton.
United Way fights for the health, education of financial stability of every person in every community.
In collaboration with our partners we work to prepare youth for success, strengthen families, and help people in crisis.
Watercolor workshop offered at Derby Public Library
DERBY - The Derby Public Library invites all young adults ages 12 to 17 to Teen Maker Space for a Watercolor Workshop from 4-5:30 p.m. Sept. 29.
This workshop will be led by Valley Arts Council President Rich DiCarlo.
All materials will be provided.
Registration is requested.
For more information stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.
This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult librarian, Derby Public Library.
Registration is requested.
St. Mary-St. Michael School in Derby to host bus trip
DERBY - St. Mary-St. Michael School is hosting a bingo/casino bus trip Oct. 22 to Foxwoods Casino.
The bus will depart the school, 14 Seymour Ave., at 7:30 a.m. and return around 6:30 p.m.
The trip will provide attendees plenty of time to play bingo or enjoy other games and attractions at the casino.
There also will be bingo on the bus.
The cost is $30 per person and includes a free $15 slots play coupon and a free $10 food coupon that is good for the casino’s all-you-can-eat buffet. The coupons are only available to individuals 21 years and older.
Proceeds will support the St. Mary-St. Michael Home School Association, which supports the needs of the school.
For reservations or more information, contact Gene, 203-893-9663 or Christian, 203-520-1480.
Or send your reservation to: St. Mary-St. Michael School, 14 Seymour Ave., Derby, 06418.
Please make checks payable to “St. Mary-St. Michael HSA.”
This is a press release from the school.
Seymour High Class of '86 to host reunion Sept. 17 in Derby
SEYMOUR - Attention Seymour High School's Class of 1986: it's been 30 years since graduation and it's time to celebrate...blue and gold style! 
A 30th class reunion is scheduled for 7 to 11 p.m. Sept. 17 at The Hops Company (formerly Grassy Hill Lodge), at 77 Sodom Lane, Derby.
Tickets are $25 per person, and include pizza from Zuppardi's, along with a cash bar.
Come reminisce with old friends and recapture some of that Wildcat magic from days gone by!
To purchase tickets, visit the following link as soon as possible:
http://seymourclassof86.myevent.com/
A 30th class reunion is scheduled for 7 to 11 p.m. Sept. 17 at The Hops Company (formerly Grassy Hill Lodge), at 77 Sodom Lane, Derby. Tickets are $25 per person, and include pizza from Zuppardi's, along with a cash bar.
Come reminisce with old friends and recapture some of that Wildcat magic from days gone by!
To purchase tickets, visit the following link as soon as possible:
http://seymourclassof86.myevent.com/