'Turnback Tuesday' features old map of Derby streets

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features some of the prominent streets in Derby. The picture gives an aerial view of downtown Derby. 

On either side of the Green (formerly known as 

"Public Square") are Elizabeth and Minerva Streets. Then the next streets over from them are Olivia and Caroline Streets, respectively. 

Olivia Street was named after Anson Phelps’ wife while Caroline, Elizabeth, and Minerva Streets were named after Sheldon Smith's daughters. Both men were founders of Birmingham in the 1830s.  

Thanks go to the Derby Public Library for sharing this interesting local history each week!  

Newsletter: MLK program in Ansonia, historical society to host author, more

Dear readers,

Today's Valley Voice newsletter features Monday's annual celebration of the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and an upcoming author talk at the Shelton Historical Society.

Thanks for reading!

Patti

Recuperation journey: Puh-lease!

"I said no photos today."

This is the thanks I get for all the eggshells I've been giving him and his cohorts.

Riverfront Music Revival slated at Veterans Memorial Park in Shelton

Sharing info from a Facebook event page:

"We know festivals. We know music. 
And we are proud to introduce Riverfront Music Revival." 

Dates are June 9 and 10 at Veterans Memorial Park in Shelton.
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CWV Post in Derby to host Saga of Four Chaplains memorial service

Members of American Legion Post 10 will re-enact the events of Feb. 3, 1943 when 4 Chaplains of different faiths sacrificed their lives for others.