The moon today is in waxing crescent phase, 6 percent illumination.
Saturday, December 28, 2019
Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky
The moon today is in waxing crescent phase, 6 percent illumination.
YA Wednesdays slated in January at Derby Public Library
DERBY - Derby Public Library invites all young adults ages 12 to 17 to join the fun of YA Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays.
Sony Play Station Four (PS4), Nintendo Wii, board games, and Legos will be available.
Light refreshments will be provided.
For more information stop by the Library, 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.
This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult librarian, Derby Public Library.
This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult librarian, Derby Public Library.
City to again offer indoor walking at Ansonia Armory
Sharing from City of Ansonia Facebook page:
ANSONIA - Who is ready for some indoor walking? The Armory will be open for daily walking on Jan. 6.
The annual indoor walking tradition continues as Mayor David Cassetti announces the Ansonia Armory building will be open to the public for winter walking.
Located at 5 State St., the gymnasium area will be open Monday through Friday from 7-10 a.m., starting Jan. 6.
Mayor Cassetti wants a safe and warm place for the public to be able to maintain their exercise regimen during the cold winter months, and lose those holiday pounds.
Any questions can be directed to Jeff Coppola, director of parks and recreation at 203-231-2209.
The annual indoor walking tradition continues as Mayor David Cassetti announces the Ansonia Armory building will be open to the public for winter walking.
Located at 5 State St., the gymnasium area will be open Monday through Friday from 7-10 a.m., starting Jan. 6.
Mayor Cassetti wants a safe and warm place for the public to be able to maintain their exercise regimen during the cold winter months, and lose those holiday pounds.
Any questions can be directed to Jeff Coppola, director of parks and recreation at 203-231-2209.
Strong Start Early Care and Education to open new location in Shelton
The second Strong Start will be located at 901 Bridgeport Ave., built by RD Scinto, and offers brand new facilities for its educational program from infancy through pre-k.
“Our Shelton school will offer around 95 square feet of space per child in an industry that does not come close to that ratio,” says Marc Hoffman, founder and owner of Strong Start. “This location allows us to implement our high-quality model and is conveniently located for parents living or working in the area, as well as our teachers. The new construction also allows us input toward an optimal design that lends itself towards a Reggio Emilia inspired learning environment.”
The inquiry-based approach used at Strong Start is child-responsive and highly effective, instilling a life-long love of learning. Area families have already seen the benefits of such a program, evident in an ever-growing wait list.
“We wanted to be close to our Trumbull location because of the number of families in need of a high-quality early childhood program,” Christina Masciola, executive director of Strong Start, added. “By clustering the schools, our administrative structure will have a presence at both as well.”
Strong Start supports the well-being of staff members, providing ample sick days and vacation time, insurance benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Features and benefits of Strong Start in Shelton include:
* 16,700 square-foot school
* 8,000 square-foot outdoor playground
* 1,000 square-foot indoor gym
* Media center
“At Strong Start, we understand that the cost of quality childcare and early education is a significant factor in a parent's choice of school,” Hoffman said. “We understand the need for value, and we price the tuition for our schools to be competitive with other programs in the area. It is our goal to ensure that our high-quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities are accessible to as many families as possible.”
Registrations for enrollment are being taken now.
A limited number of families that pre-register for the new Shelton school will receive two weeks of free tuition for each child that is enrolled.
“Our Shelton school will offer around 95 square feet of space per child in an industry that does not come close to that ratio,” says Marc Hoffman, founder and owner of Strong Start. “This location allows us to implement our high-quality model and is conveniently located for parents living or working in the area, as well as our teachers. The new construction also allows us input toward an optimal design that lends itself towards a Reggio Emilia inspired learning environment.”
The inquiry-based approach used at Strong Start is child-responsive and highly effective, instilling a life-long love of learning. Area families have already seen the benefits of such a program, evident in an ever-growing wait list.
“We wanted to be close to our Trumbull location because of the number of families in need of a high-quality early childhood program,” Christina Masciola, executive director of Strong Start, added. “By clustering the schools, our administrative structure will have a presence at both as well.”
Strong Start supports the well-being of staff members, providing ample sick days and vacation time, insurance benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Features and benefits of Strong Start in Shelton include:
* 16,700 square-foot school
* 8,000 square-foot outdoor playground
* 1,000 square-foot indoor gym
* Media center
“At Strong Start, we understand that the cost of quality childcare and early education is a significant factor in a parent's choice of school,” Hoffman said. “We understand the need for value, and we price the tuition for our schools to be competitive with other programs in the area. It is our goal to ensure that our high-quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities are accessible to as many families as possible.”
Registrations for enrollment are being taken now.
A limited number of families that pre-register for the new Shelton school will receive two weeks of free tuition for each child that is enrolled.
This offer does not apply to current Strong Start families.
For more information or to register, call 203-816-6884 or visit www.astrongstart.com.
About Strong Start Early Care & Education:
Strong Start’s philosophy is rooted in the Reggio Emilia approach, facilitating learning from the inside out by creating an intrinsic motivation to learn. The children’s interests and curiosity drive curriculum while facilitating the development of meaningful understandings and concepts.
Strong Start is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the world’s largest organization of early childhood professionals.
For testimonials from Strong Start families, visit http://goo.gl/G0cZd2.
This is a press release from RD Scinto, Inc.
About Strong Start Early Care & Education:
Strong Start’s philosophy is rooted in the Reggio Emilia approach, facilitating learning from the inside out by creating an intrinsic motivation to learn. The children’s interests and curiosity drive curriculum while facilitating the development of meaningful understandings and concepts.
Strong Start is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the world’s largest organization of early childhood professionals.
For testimonials from Strong Start families, visit http://goo.gl/G0cZd2.
This is a press release from RD Scinto, Inc.
'Turnback Tuesday' (on Saturday) highlights history of Christmas tree
For thousands of years, homes were decorated with evergreens for the Winter Solstice (shortest day of the year.)
Other early trees across northern Europe were cherry or hawthorn plants put into pots and brought inside to hopefully flower at Christmas time.
In Germany, the first Christmas trees were decorated with edible things such as sweets and fruit. Trees were topped with angels/fairies that told the shepherds about Jesus.
In Victorian times, the trees were decorated with candles to represent stars.
And in case you missed it, the beautifully decorated Derby Green, replete with the city's tree and festive lighting, can be enjoyed in all its glory.
Thanks go to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting history each week!