Friday, September 15, 2017
Church in Seymour to hold annual Basket Bonanza
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| Photo from Facebook event page |
The evening of fun and entertainment will begin with a preview of the baskets from 5-6 p.m.
During the preview hour, tickets are placed in a cup corresponding with any of the baskets; the baskets are given away starting at 6 p.m. More than 75 special theme baskets and door prizes will be handed out.
For an admission price of $15, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and beverage will be served and patrons will receive 25 free basket tickets, a door prize ticket, and a grand prize ticket.
Children 10 years old and under have free admission.
Basket themes include movie, travel, spa, handyman, entertaining, sports, kids, baby, pets, hobbies, cooking, seasonal, and more.
This year’s grand prize basket will include a wide variety of gift cards with an estimated $500 value.
*Sharing information from a Facebook event page.
Recuperation journey: Pointin' and shootin'
Career Coach visit, Tech Time on tap at Derby Public Library
DERBY -The American Job Search Career Coach returns to the Derby Public Library Oct. 20 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
During the morning session, 10 a.m.-noon, and the afternoon session, 1-3 p.m., instructors will offer Using Social Networking in Your Job Search.
Both sessions will explain very useful tools that job seekers need today.
Social networking has become one of the most popular ways of landing your next “big” job by creating useful connections online.
Social networking has become one of the most popular ways of landing your next “big” job by creating useful connections online.
These connections make it easier to look for a job online through your created network.
The classes are free and open to the public. Registration is requested but walk-ins will be welcomed on a first come, first served basis.
The American Job Search Career Coach is operated by Career Resources.
Tech Time
The classes are free and open to the public. Registration is requested but walk-ins will be welcomed on a first come, first served basis.
The American Job Search Career Coach is operated by Career Resources.
Tech Time
The Library offers monthly Tech Time sessions. Every third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. and every third Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. a staff member will be on hand to answer all your tech-related questions and concerns.
Whether you are having trouble downloading e-books, searching databases, completing on-line job applications, scanning/sending documents and photos, etc., your problems will be addressed.
October sessions will be held at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 18 and at 10 a.m. Oct. 19. No registration is needed.
For more information on any programs, stop by the Library, 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.
Whether you are having trouble downloading e-books, searching databases, completing on-line job applications, scanning/sending documents and photos, etc., your problems will be addressed.
October sessions will be held at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 18 and at 10 a.m. Oct. 19. No registration is needed.
For more information on any programs, stop by the Library, 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.
This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.
Recuperation journey: Nature at work
When I looked outside this morning I thought someone had readied our front yard for Halloween overnight ~ instead it was nature working its magic.
*Sharing my daily life here is therapeutic and I thank everyone accompanying me on my recuperation journey.
Derby PD to host car seat safety event
DERBY - The Derby Police Department will host a free event Sunday to promote child car seat safety as part of “Child Passenger Safety Week.”
Parents and caregivers can go to the Derby PD for an educational inspection and demonstration to ensure that any car seats in their vehicles are properly installed.
The event will be held at the Derby Police Department, 125 Water St., from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., by appointment only.
For questions or to schedule an appointment, contact Officer DeAngelo at 203-735-7811.
Parents and caregivers can go to the Derby PD for an educational inspection and demonstration to ensure that any car seats in their vehicles are properly installed.
The event will be held at the Derby Police Department, 125 Water St., from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., by appointment only.
For questions or to schedule an appointment, contact Officer DeAngelo at 203-735-7811.
Seymour Lions Club to host annual car show fundraiser
SEYMOUR - The Seymour Lions Club will hold its 48th annual benefit Car Show Oct. 15 at M.P.I. Corp., Silvermine Industrial Park, 4 Progress Ave.
Rain date is Oct. 22.
Antique, custom, stock, hot rod, muscle, street rod classics, trucks, and motorcycles are welcome.
The Lions Club will award trophies to top scoring vehicles.
Five special awards from the Lieder Family and three special awards for a featured category will be presented. The “Lions Best in Show Award” is a custom jacket, your vehicle's picture on our ad book cover, and next year’s dash plaque.
Breakfast and lunch will be available.
There will be music and live entertainment throughout the day. Trophies will be awarded at 2 p.m.
Registration is from 8-11 a.m.
General admission is from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Registration is $10; general admission (under 12 free) $5; senior citizens 65 and older, $3.
Vendor spots are available.
This is a press release from Seymour Lions Club.
