Thursday, February 2, 2017

My Sister's Place in Ansonia seeks donations


Ansonia offers free recreational volleyball to residents 12 and up


ANSONIA - The Ansonia Recreation Department is offering free indoor recreational volleyball to Ansonia residents ages 12 and up. 
The program runs from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays in the Ansonia Middle School gymnasium throughout February and March. 
There is no pre-registration required and no cost to participate. This is not a competitive program; all skill levels are welcome.
Participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for volleyball play. Sneakers must be worn on the gym floor. No food or drink is allowed in the gym other than water, and there is a water fountain in the gym if you prefer not to bring a water bottle. 
There will not be any volleyball on days when school is closed.

Questions may be emailed to the activity coordinator, Paul Velardi at paulvelardi@yahoo.com or by phone/text to 203-906-3670. 
Ansonia Middle School is located at 115 Howard Ave., but the parking lot is accessed from the rear of the building from Day Street.

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page. 

Seymour Historical Society talk to feature Woodbury Path


This is a press release from Seymour Historical Society.


Newsletter highlights fundraiser in Ansonia child's memory, Celebrate Shelton



Dear readers,

Today's Valley Voice newsletter is out. 

Please click here to read about a fundraiser in memory of an Ansonia child, Celebrate Shelton, a diaper drive, a review of La La Land, and more. 

~ Patti and Ralph 

Crosby Commons in Shelton to host open house

Contributed photo

SHELTON - Join us for a fun and casual open house at Crosby Commons Independent and Assisted Living Community between 1:30 and 3 p.m. Feb. 12.

Crosby Commons is located on the Wesley Village senior living campus, 580 Long Hill Ave. 

The award-winning community offers independent and assisted living options along with access to a wide continuum of senior care services on the campus, including specialized assisted living, memory support, short-term rehab, skilled nursing care, outpatient therapy, and more. Stop by this wine and cheese senior living meet and greet to learn more about our residents, services and unique culture! 
The community is owned and operated by United Methodist Homes, a local, mission based organization with a 140-year legacy of care and service to seniors. 

For more information or to RSVP, contact Lisa Bisson, 203-225-5024 or at lbisson@umh.org, or by visiting www.crosbycommons.org


This is a press release from United Methodist Homes.

Derby collecting pancake mix, syrup for St. Vincent de Paul food bank in February

Sharing an email from Town/City Clerk Marc Garofalo:


"Dear City of Derby Colleagues and Friends,

"Thank you very much!  With your help, we delivered nearly 150 boxes of “Helper,” 24 pounds of coffee, and nearly 100 other food items to the St. Vincent DePaul Food Bank  [Wednesday].  
"If you still have any “Helper” please drop it off at City Hall or directly to St. Vincent DePaul Food Bank, 237 Roosevelt Drive, Derby, 203-734-7577.

"This month we will be collecting Pancake Mix or Syrup for the St. Vincent DePaul Food Bank.
"Please consider donating either a box of Pancake Mix or a bottle of syrup and bring it to the Town / City Clerk’s Office by the end of February and we will deliver them."


Griffin Hospital in Derby to host presentation on forgiveness

Griffin Hospital will host a free presentation on the Hawaiian Art of Forgiveness Feb. 20./ Contributed photo 

DERBY - The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St. will host a free educational presentation on the Hawaiian Art of Forgiveness at 7 p.m. Feb. 20.

Join Ryan Jett, Hypnosis Center of Connecticut, for “Ho'Oponopono & The Ancient Hawaiian Art of Forgiveness,” a free discussion and program that helps one manage or eliminate negative emotions which have an adverse impact on health and relationships.

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, 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.