Monday, November 16, 2020

Troop 3 Boy Scouts collect food for St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank in Derby

 



DERBY - Kudos to members of BSA Troop 3 of Derby for their support of St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank at 237 Roosevelt Drive. 

The Scouts and their leaders held a food drive Saturday at Onopiak Nature Preserve on Sodom Lane.


*Photos shared from BSA Troop 3 Facebook page.




Ansonia, Aldermen to join Salvation Army in providing turkey dinners to local families


 The Salvation Army Greater Valley Corps is at 26 Lester St., Ansonia. 

For information call 203-736-0707.


TEAM, Inc. to host food distribution at Walnut Hill Community Church in Derby


First come, first serve of about 200 boxes.
For any questions email Pastor Joshua Multnas at jmultunas@walnuthillcc.org


This is shared from TEAM, Inc. Facebook page.

COVID-19 restrictions change BHcare's annual Under the Tree Project


This year, our Under the Tree Project has to function differently due to the unprecedented restrictions of COVID-19.

We’re committed to brightening the holidays for our clients whose lives are affected by domestic violence, behavioral and mental health issues, and addiction.

In 2020, we’re adjusting our program to ensure a safe, contactless exchange between our generous donors and staff. You can participate in the following ways: 

  • Sign up to be matched with a BHcare client and fulfill a holiday wish via an Amazon Wish List. The wish will be $50 or under. We’ll send you a link of the gift requested. Simply click on the link and purchase the item through Amazon. It will be sent directly to our program location. Staff will then coordinate a safe pick-up of the gift.

  • Make a cash donation toward the purchase of gifts, supplies, or food to meet the specific needs of clients during the holiday season. If we exceed our goal and all needs are met, any additional donations will be used to meet the needs of clients throughout the year. 
  • Donate here.
You can also sponsor a family.
BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER
To send a gift directly to the adults and children receiving services at BHcare, send us an email at development@bhcare.org and we’ll match you with an individual.

We’re asking for gifts be delivered to our program offices by December 14 th.
Please indicate how many people you wish to provide gifts for in your email.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our Development team at (203) 446-9739 x1856. 
To send a check, please make it out to BHcare Foundation. Include memo: Under the Tree 2020 . BHcare, 127 Washington Ave. 3rd Floor West, 
North Haven, CT 06473.

Thank you for taking care of your community and for making a difference for those most in need this holiday season.
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Derby Town Clerk: City Hall, Library closed today after positive COVID test results


From Town/City Clerk Marc Garofalo:


"Due to two staff members testing positive, others awaiting test results, and other possible exposure to COVID-19, Derby City Hall and Derby Public Library will be closed to the public on Monday November 16, 2020 to sanitize, await test results, and conduct contact tracing.

 

"Staff will be working remotely and checking voice mail and emails throughout the day.

 

"For online services, please visit www.derbyct.gov

 

"For other in person business, please utilize the drop-box located on the Parking Lot Side of the building to the right of the entry door.

 

The Town Clerk’s Office will be available to Funeral Homes and will process land records received via mail or in the drop box.  Please email for quickest response.

 

"We regret any inconvenience but want our staff, customers, and volunteers to be safe.

 

"We appreciate your patience and understanding during this difficult time."