Ansonia Police share tips on mask wearing, social distancing

Sharing from the Ansonia Police Department Facebook page:

"As we make our way through the warm summer months it can be difficult to wear a face mask and follow social distancing protocols. 

"Please remember that there are steps that you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones.

"We can only stay safe if everyone does their part. While CT has seen some improvement, it does not mean the virus cannot re-emerge quickly. 

"Please be safe, practice social distancing, and wear a mask when you cannot properly socially distance. 

"Stay Safe Ansonia!"

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

Tonight's moon is in waxing gibbous phase, 89 percent illumination.

Save the date: Mamas & Mimosas to support Adam's House in Shelton

Due to COVID-19, our new date is Oct. 3, 2020.

Mamas & Mimosas is the place to be to celebrate all the women in our lives who we love and appreciate!

Join us for Mamas & Mimosas Oct. 3 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Adam's House, 241 Coram Ave., Shelton.

*This information is shared from a Facebook event page.

Recuperation journey: Afternoon visitors

Feathered friends on Friday. 

Enjoying a peanut for lunch.

Lucky captures through the sliding glass door. 

And I need to get a birdbath! 

Shelton Library System to host Story Explorers on Zoom

Story Explorers

SHELTON - The Shelton Library System invites children to join Miss Jessica at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday for story time via Zoom!

***Patrons must register with an email address to receive the Zoom Meeting ID and Password***

Registration link: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=416219&PK=668790


This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Seymour Public Library to host virtual theater workshop for children

SEYMOUR - Seymour Public Library will host an Acting Clinic with Ingrid Schaeffer via Zoom from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Aug 6.

Join Schaeffer in this virtual theater workshop as children act out the story of Fraidyzoo by Thyra Heder. 

Play improvisation games and hear the story before children get dressed up to act it out.

All you need to participate is an active imagination! This event is perfect for children ages 6-12.

This information is shared from the Library's website. For information call 203-888-3903.

Valley MLK Committee to present online 'Listening to our Youth' dialogue

TEAM, lawmakers, Friendly Hands Food Bank partner to distribute food in Seymour

SEYMOUR - Free fresh food boxes will be available to Greater Valley households Monday, Aug. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Seymour Community Center, 20 Pine St. 
Residents may drive up and get a box of fresh produce.

TEAM, Inc. is partnering with state Representatives Themis Klarides, Nicole Klarides-Ditria, First Selectman Kurt Miller, the region's mayors, first selectmen and lawmakers, and Friendly Hands Food Bank of Torrington to benefit people who need help during this difficult time. 

“This program has been so well received at a time when we all find ourselves in a healthcare crisis and many are out of work," state lawmakers said in a prepared statement.

"The Farmers to Family initiative is making a huge difference for thousands of families in Connecticut." They will distribute 800 boxes of fresh foods.

Recuperation journey: Morning visitor

Lucky captures through the sliding glass door this morning.

I need to get a birdbath!

Register now for virtual Pounding the Pavement for Pink races

Sharing message from Mary Deming, founder and President of the nonprofit Seymour Pink, the community's fight against breast cancer:

9th Annual Pounding the Pavement for Pink Races Thu October 1 - Sun October 4, 2020 SIGN UP DONATE LOCATION: ANY CITY - ANY STATE, CT US 99999 DIRECTIONS TYPE: VIRTUAL RACE / CHALLENGE

Dear Runners and Walkers, Going virtual for this year's event may give you pause at first, but virtual affords us an opportunity to walk or run in the fight against breast cancer not just in Seymour, not just In Connecticut, but across our great nation! The Breast cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment, unfortunately continues. Our loved one's battle against this horrific disease, if anything, has been made more difficult through the constraints the virus has put on receiving proper medical attention and treatment. Additionally, the need for financial assistance has taken its toll on these patients. This past April, we began delivering over 2300 lawn signs across the state of Connecticut and across America. The message on the sign, although, aimed at us dealing with the virus, is applicable to other “hurdles” life throws at us! WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS TOGETHER! For those of you, both individuals and past team captains, who may be “on the fence” about this year's virtual format, we need you to “Get through this together” Please consider saying “YES” to virtual and register today! Early Bird Registration ends this Friday, July 31st, at midnight. As ALWAYS, we appreciate your support, especially in these very difficult times for so many of you! Mary Deming President Seymour Pink, Inc The link is below: https://runsignup.com/Race?raceId=10399

virtual race Sponsors

9th Annual Pounding the Pavement for Pink Races Any City - Any State, CT Thu October 1 - Sun October 4 2020

Shelton Library System hosts Lunch with a Librarian

SHELTON - The Shelton Library System invites children to join Miss Jessica at 12:30 p.m. on Mondays for a food-themed story! The next event is Aug. 3.

***Patrons must register with an email address to receive a Zoom Meeting ID and Password.***

Registration link:
http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=416218&PK=668786


This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Master's Table slates 2 meal pickups in August at Assumption Church in Ansonia

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

 It never disappoints!

Photos taken at 7 p.m. Tuesday.

'Turnback Tuesday' features wax tapers once used at Derby Public Library

Turnback Tuesday is shining some light on the Columbia Wax Works of N.Y. 
The box pictured of Never Drip Wax Tapers was a common household item at the end of the 19th and early 20th century. 
The Columbia Wax Works boasted selling millions of boxes annually. 
The long nature of this product made it safe and easy to light any number of things. 
One can just imagine head librarians Grace A. Child, Minnie B. Cotter and Emma E. Lessey here at the Derby Public Library making their rounds of lighting the lamps so patrons could read and explore the wonder of books.

Thanks as always to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week! 

Klarides-Ditria: DMV announces additional deadline extensions

The Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles recently announced that it has added to its list of extended deadlines for residents with expiring credentials. Eligible DMV credentials that expire between August 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 are automatically covered by this extension. In addition to extending the expiration date of DMV credentials, late fees associated with eligible expired credentials will be waived during this time period of the extension for qualifying credentials. Deadlines have been extended for the following DMV-related items: ·       All licenses, permits, and identification cards: Lengthens the credential extension to 90 days for credentials that expire between August 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020. ·       All registrations, including International Registration Plan and boat registrations: For credentials expiring between August 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020, credentials will be extended by 90 days from the expiration date. ·       Emissions testing and retesting: For test due dates that fall between August 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020, the due date will be extended by 90 days from the emissions expiration date. ·       Permanent disability placard: Any permanent disability placard that expires at the same time as a credential that is subject to an extension will be extended by 90 days. ·       Business licenses: For credentials expiring between August 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020, credentials will be extended by 90 days from the expiration date. ·       Temporary registrations: Temporary registrations obtained between August 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 are extended by 90 days. ·       Temporary licenses, IDs, permits that contain a digital image: Expiration dates will be extended by 90 days for all temporary (paper) licenses obtained between August 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020. ·       Flashing light permits: Expiration dates between August 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 are extended by 90 days. ·       School bus proficiency tests: Extends the validity of school bus proficiency tests that are due between August 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 by 90 days. For answers to questions, updates, or more information about these extensions or other previously-issued credential extensions, visit www.ct.gov/dmv, call 860-263-5700 (within the Hartford area) or 1-800-842-8222 (outside the Hartford area). If you have any additional questions on this or any other issues, please reach out to me by email or call my office.

Sharing gratitude for health care workers during COVID-19

Here's a link to today's Valley Voice newsletter thanking the medical staff at Griffin Hospital in Derby: 

https://3d62a228-eb5f-443c-a1ec-b9ff5c58ad34.filesusr.com/ugd/329bf6_7637ac2473c748b49c16bcabe79ef748.pdf

Recuperation journey: Around the yard - Part 19

Summer morning photo fun. I won't be spending much time out there today! 

Adam's House in Shelton to host Good Grief webinar Wednesday

As Connecticut businesses slowly reopen and residents re-emerge from quarantine, we all seem to know a colleague, friend, or neighbor who has lost a loved one during the pandemic.

What do you say to them? How do you show your support without saying the wrong thing? How do you help them without unlocking your own feelings of grief and anxiety? 
In this free webinar, we’ll have candid conversations about grief and loss with two local leaders in the field: Allison Wysota, Adam’s House executive director, and Shelton-based therapist Caitlin Iannuci. 
They'll be sharing practical advice from lessons learned through their work, practice, and personal experience on one of the most painful and stressful topics affecting us all.

We’ve opted for an “Ask me anything” format because that’s the best way to have candid conversations about grief and loss. 
Your discussion questions can be submitted ahead of time or during the live event.

It's free and easy to join: 
Click here to reserve your spot and send questions in advance.


This is a press release from Adam's House.

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

The moon today is in First Quarter phase, 50 percent illumination.

Naugatuck Valley Health District: 1 COVID-19 associated death

Sharing today's message from Jessica Stelmaszek, MPH, Health Director.

"Attached please find the latest [Monday] update on behalf of the Naugatuck Valley Health District.

"NVHD has identified duplicate cases/cases with multiple profiles in the CT Electronic Disease Surveillance System as well as a number of individuals who had their addresses updated out of the NVHD jurisdiction. 
"Today’s data report reflects those changes as well as four new reported cases, including one COVID-19 associated death from last week. 
Our sincerest condolences are extended to the family during this time. 

"Additionally, various Sector Rules were updated on 7/23 so please check out the DECD Reopen website for the latest guidance: 
https://portal.ct.gov/…/Sector-Rules-and-Certification-for-reopen "

Seymour Public Library to host historian in Zoom program

Church property for sale on Ansonia Hilltop

My Sister's Place in Ansonia updates donation hours; appointments now required

My Sister's Place thrift store and donation center at 380 Main St., Ansonia is a program of BHcare. 
All purchases support The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services.