This is all I caught of Monday's sunset from my backyard view - a pretty pink pastel stripe near the horizon.
Monday, June 17, 2019
Recuperation journey: Sunset stripe
This is all I caught of Monday's sunset from my backyard view - a pretty pink pastel stripe near the horizon.
Sponsorships available for 11th annual Griffin Hospital 5K Walk/Run
The Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital Annual 5K Walk/Run is set for Sept. 28./ Contributed photo
DERBY - Area businesses and community groups are invited to support The Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital 11th Annual 5K Walk/Run set for Sept. 28.
This community-based event has drawn thousands of participants and raised more than $490,000 in its 10-year history.
The course winds through the streets of Derby and Ansonia near the Center for Cancer Care at 350 Seymour Ave., appealing to runners and walkers from throughout the Lower Naugatuck Valley and surrounding towns.
Proceeds from the event support area cancer survivors during their treatment by providing financial assistance for a variety needs, including housing, clothing and grocery bills, transportation, wigs, and complementary medical services (massage, acupuncture, etc.).
Sponsorship opportunities include signage at the event, logos on the event promotional materials and T-shirts, recognition from the stage, and the opportunity to have a table to distribute products at the event.
For more information, contact Laura Murphy at lkmurphy@griffinhealth.org.
For more information about the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital 5K Walk/Run, visit griffinhealth.org/5k.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Recuperation journey: Being a bee
This is the third day in a row I've been taking closeups of bees in the yard. It takes practice, and patience.
Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton to hold book chat
Book Buddies Book Chat
Plumb Memorial Library
June 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
SHELTON - Kids in Kindergarten through Grade 2 are invited to join Mrs. Fritsch for a new celebration of literature.
Together we will listen to Amelia and Eleanor Go for a Ride by Pam Munoz Ryan and have a craft or activity related to the theme.
Registration required:
http://engagedpatrons.org/
The Library is at 65 Wooster St., Shelton.
Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.
Kellogg Environmental Center in Derby to host Habitat Hike
Forest
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Description:
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Come explore what the landscape can tell us about past land use with this fun and educational nature walk.
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Date:
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6/22/2019
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Time:
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10-11 a.m.
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Location:
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Kellogg Environmental Center
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500 Hawthorne Avenue
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Derby
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Accessibility:
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Handicapped parking available. Building is wheelchair accessible. For additional needs contact Sue Quincy at (203)734-2513.
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Directions:
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Fee:
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Free
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Registration:
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Please RSVP by calling (203)734-2513
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Contact:
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Donna at (203)734-2513
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Contact Email:
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Details:
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Children and adults are invited to hone their observational skills by looking for clues in the environment, and piece together natural history and human history.
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Kellogg Environmental Center is operated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
This is a press release from the Kellogg Environmental Center.
Pizza and Politics slated at Beacon Falls Pizza Palace
Join state Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria and Sen. George Logan for Pizza and Politics from 6-7 p.m. July 2 at Beacon Falls Pizza Palace.
*Shared from a Facebook event page.
Dollar Days on tap at St. Vincent De Paul thrift shop in Derby
Shared from the St. Vincent De Paul thrift shop Facebook page:
"This sale starts Monday [today]! Fresh stock added daily!"
The shop is at 237 Roosevelt Drive, Derby.
Join Team Seymour Pink at Marine Corps Marathon in D.C.
Join Team Seymour Pink
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Team Seymour Pink will return to the Marine Corps Marathon in October.
Join our Marathon or 10K team to participate in this historic race.
Marathon~50 entries
10K~40 entries
Team Seymour Pink has 48 members. There are still more spots left, so act fast before they are taken!
This is an amazing experience that will be very emotional and memorable.
The link to register is available on our website.
If you're not up for running either race - consider coming and being part of the Team Seymour Pink Support Squad and cheer on the runners.
Shared from an email message from the nonprofit Seymour Pink, a community's fight against breast cancer.
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Derby Neck Library to host project about backyard birds
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Over the course of four meetings participants will learn about backyard birds as they enjoy crafts involving up to three bird feeders.
Make space on your calendars.
The group will meet at 2 p.m. June 30, July 14 and 28, and finish up on Aug. 11.
The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Make space on your calendars.
The group will meet at 2 p.m. June 30, July 14 and 28, and finish up on Aug. 11.
The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
