Newsletter features memorial garden in Shelton, art class at Derby library

Dear readers,

The latest Valley Voice newsletter features an art class at Derby Public Library, a new memorial garden at Adam's House, Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire in Ansonia, more.

Thanks for reading,

Patti and Ralph

Wispy sunset clouds over Ansonia

I'm thinking of going way back to my early blogging days when I met bloggers from all over, many of whom I still keep in touch with on Facebook. One of the memes I used to enjoy participating in with fellow blog enthusiasts was Looking at the Sky on Friday, and I just may revive it here. It doesn't have to be on Friday!
There are always plenty of interesting and dramatic clouds and colors to photograph.

Recuperation journey: Feels like a milestone

First off, I truly appreciate everyone who is following my current journey. 

I hope writing about my experience here raises awareness of Polycystic Kidney Disease and of the importance of organ donation. 
Maybe someone out there will be inspired to consider being a living kidney donor.
My wonderful sister-in-law Sue did just that, and through her selflessness a stranger received a kidney, as did I. 

This is Week 7 of my having a new kidney, and at the risk of jinxing myself I have to say I feel better than I have in years! I seem to have newfound energy. 

Today I even brought back a bunch of bottles and cans for redemption and made a dent in the pile of empties in my car. If you peered into my car windows you'd think I had become a hoarder. I didn't; I just wasn't out and about.

Thank you, thank you to my anonymous donor. I hope I get a chance to meet you someday!  

Luncheon, fashion show in Ansonia to benefit Meals on Wheels program

Sharing this info from a Facebook event page:

ANSONIA - Runway for Meals Intergenerational Fashion Show & Luncheon will be held Aug. 26 to benefit TEAM Meals on Wheels program. 
The event will run from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Assumption Church hall, 61 N. Cliff St. 
Ticket donation is $30 for adults, $10 for children.

Fashions will be provided by Dress Barn/Dress Barn Woman, Justice for girls, Seccombe's Men's Shop, and Jos A. Bank. 

Proceeds will provide weekly hot nutritious meals to homebound, frail seniors in Ansonia, Derby, Seymour, Oxford and Shelton.

Book discussion slated at Derby Public Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion at 12:30 p.m. July 26. 
The selected title is the compelling novel Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly.  

Spanning more than 20 years in the lives of three women and based on real people and events, Kelly’s debut novel brings historical facts to life.

Caroline is a former Broadway actress and New York socialite who works with the French consulate.  
Herta is an ambitious young German doctor, and Kasia is a 15-year-old Polish girl just getting involved in the resistance.  

As WWII progresses, circumstances draw these women together, resulting in a story that will linger well after 

the book ends.  
The author will Skype in for the discussion.  
Dessert and beverages will be provided.

Registration is requested. Call 203-736-1482.
The library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.