Rally against proposed tolls slated at Ansonia Riverwalk entrance

ANSONIA - A Rally in the Valley to protest the state's toll proposal is slated at noon May 11 at the entrance to the Ansonia Riverwalk.

Residents of Ansonia, Derby, Seymour, Orange, and Woodbridge! Come on out!

The Valley is hosting five cities and towns to fight back against Hartford's tolls and tax plans!
Bring your family and friends! Bring a sign!

Meet at the gazebo at the Riverwalk.
Parking is available at Stop & Shop and BJ's.

*Information shared from a Facebook event page.

Recuperation journey: Spring scene in Ansonia

I went out Friday just as it was becoming overcast. 
This is taken at the entrance to the Ansonia High School driveway. So nice to see spring blossoms.

Caregiver workshop at Wesley Heights in Shelton to focus on conversation

SHELTON - You are invited to attend the Art of Conversation workshop April 27 for caregivers of loved ones with dementia. 

Based on techniques used by improv actors, this workshop is designed to help you respond to repetitive questions and confusing comments with engaging responses that will build purposeful and positive conversations.

This free workshop will be held from 1-3 p.m. April 27 in the activity room at Wesley Heights at Wesley Village, 580 Long Hill Ave.

Light refreshments will be served.

Please RSVP online (https://offers.umh.org/the-art-of-conversation-04/19) or to 203-225-5008 or lgustafson@umh.org.

*Please note this workshop is intended for the caregiver and NOT individuals with dementia.

This is a press release from Wesley Heights.

Forecast prompts relocation of egg hunt to Ansonia Armory

Easter Bunny to visit First United Methodist Church in Ansonia

This free, fun event for the family will be held Saturday at First United Methodist Church, 47 Franklin St., Ansonia.

CWV Post 1562 in Derby to hold First Responders Appreciation Day

FIRST RESPONDERS APPRECIATION DAY AT CWV in DERBY on APRIL 27. 
THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SERVICE. PLEASE PASS ALONG TO OTHER FIRST RESPONDERS. 
DETAILS ATTACHED..... :-)

Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby slates events for 36th season

Osborne Homestead Museum. /ct.gov photo  

DERBY - The Osborne Homestead Museum will reopen May 4 for its 36th season.
Guided tours will introduce visitors to the remarkable life of Frances Osborne Kellogg and to her wonderful collection of antiques and fine art in this charming Colonial Revival house.

As the spring season unfolds enjoy the flowering trees, aromatic shrubs, and splendid flowers of the Kellogg Estate.
Frances Osborne Kellogg had a tradition of supporting the arts and promoting conservation. This tradition continues with special events in June:

June 8 - Connecticut Open House Day 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Connecticut Office of Tourism is sponsoring the 15th annual Connecticut Open House Day, a statewide event designed to showcase Connecticut’s history, art, and culture.
The Osborne Homestead Museum is joining their effort by providing a special architecture tour of its Colonial Revival home. 

June 23 - Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Day noon-4 p.m.
Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Day is a special state-wide celebration of Connecticut’s stunning historic gardens. 

The Osborne Homestead Museum is one of 15 members of the prestigious Connecticut’s Historic Gardens whose different garden styles are honored on this day.
Visitors can go on guided tours of the museum and its gardens and make their own scented sachets at the crafts table.

Upcoming events include photography exhibitions featuring women in science, Kellogg Estate weddings, and cultural artifacts of Derby. 

For more information on upcoming events, please visit the Osborne Homestead Museum & Kellogg Environmental Center's calendar of events at https://www.ct.gov/deep/calendar. 

The Osborne Homestead Museum will be open for guided tours on Thursdays and Fridays, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturdays, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sundays, from noon to 4 p.m. through October.
There is no admission fee, but donations are gratefully accepted.

For group tours or more information contact Susan Robinson at the Kellogg Environmental Center, 203-734-2513.

The Osborne Homestead Museum and the Kellogg Environmental Center are facilities of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. They are located at 500 Hawthorne Ave. 

This is a press release from the Kellogg Environmental Center.

Ansonia plants cedars downtown as part of Clean & Green initiatives

City of Ansonia photos

ANSONIA - The first of many trees being added to Ansonia’s landscape were recently planted in downtown as part of Mayor David S. Cassetti’s ongoing Clean & Green initiatives for the city. 

Three five-foot cedars were added, one each at the corner of ION Bank on Main Street, another at Road Ready’s Adopt-A-Spot site, at Tremont and Central Streets, and a third in the park on Central Street. When mature, the cedars will reach heights of 10-15 feet.

By mid-summer, as many as 25 additional hardwood and cedar trees will be planted throughout the city to beautify city streetscapes and other barren city owned property.

The trees are being paid for through the Mayor’s Beautification Fund that is 100 percent funded through corporate and private donations and net profits from the sale of collectible Wakelee Ave trolley tracks.

“We’re open to suggestions from our residents on where to plant additional trees,” Cassetti said.
“For many years trees were cut down by the city and not replaced,” he said. “I hope these plantings will inspire residents to replace trees that they have removed with plantings or trees on their property.”

Road Ready has adopted a spot and will be planting multiple flowers and shrubs that will help to transform the lower East Main Street area.

Cassetti said homes with trees increase property value, reduce homeowner demands for air conditioning by providing shade, and help to beautify their yards and the neighborhood.
“I encourage our residents to join us in planting flowers, shrubs, and trees where appropriate,” he said.

This is a press release from the City of Ansonia.

Wesley Village in Shelton to hold free training for caregivers

SHELTON - Join us at Wesley Village for a Training Program presented by the Alzheimer’s Association for caregivers, family members, and friends of loved ones with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

May 1 – 5:45 p.m.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

May 8 – 5:45 p.m.

Effective Communication Strategies

May 15 – 5:45 p.m.

Caregiver Health & Wellbeing

May 29 – 5:45 p.m.

Legal and Financial Issues

The free, four-part training program will be at Wesley Heights in the Activity Room on the Wesley Village campus, 580 Long Hill Ave. Please arrive by 5:45 p.m. 

Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required.

Please RSVP online at (https://offers.umh.org/living-with-dementia-04/19) or to Lisa Bisson at 203.225.5027 or via email lbisson@umh.org

*Please note this workshop is intended for the caregiver and NOT individuals with dementia.

Bunnies! See them today at Lizzie's Corner in Seymour

Free family fun!

Sharing from a Facebook event page:

"Farmer Jenny will be visiting with adorable Bunnies from our neighbor DeMartino's Farm. Bring some carrots and the family, young and old, to meet the bunnies and take some photos. Refreshments and other activities are planned for the day. This is a free event."

The event will run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at Lizzie's Corner Consignment and Gifts, 36 Bank St., Seymour.
DeMartino's Farm is located at 70 Old Ansonia Road, Seymour.