Monday, December 7, 2020

Recuperation journey: Monday sunset

 

My backyard view at 4:24 p.m. 
Nothing like shooting straight into the sun!

Griffin Health expands COVID-19 testing, opens site in Trumbull, adds hours

Griffin Health has expanded its free COVID-19 testing./ Contributed photo


DERBY - Griffin Health has expanded its free COVID-19 testing in Connecticut with a new drive-through COVID-19 testing site in Trumbull and expanded hours at its sites in Naugatuck, Farmington and Middlebury.

The new testing site opens Tuesday, Dec. 8 at Unity Park on Unity Park Road in Trumbull from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.


Additionally, Griffin’s free COVID-19 drive-through testing sites in Naugatuck, Farmington, and Middlebury will also be open from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Naugatuck testing site is located at Ion Bank, 1430 New Haven Road and is open on Wednesdays. 

The Farmington testing site is located at Tunxis Community College, 271 Scott Swamp Road, and is open on Thursdays. 

The Middlebury testing site is located at Quassy Amusement Park, 2132 Middlebury Road, and is open on Fridays. 

No appointment is necessary for the Trumbull, Naugatuck, Farmington, and Middlebury testing sites.


Griffin’s COVID-19 testing site at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St. is open daily from 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., with extended hours Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. 

Tests are by appointment only for the Griffin Hospital site. Contact the Griffin Call Center at 203-437-6815 Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Individuals without a doctor’s note for testing can use the promo code “Community” to schedule a test.

All test sites will have results available within 24-48 hours. A valid ID is required for all test sites.

Visit griffinhealth.org/covid for more information.



This is a press release from Griffin Hospital. 

 

Recuperation journey: December chill


 I stopped for a short while this morning at Osbornedale State Park in Derby. The water fowl were nowhere to be found. Too chilly?


Derby Historical Society to host Christmas Fair at Humphreys House in Ansonia

SnowMAT: One of the raffle prizes at the fair.


ANSONIA - Enjoying a crackling fire and a cup of hot cider at the Derby Historical Society's annual Christmas Fair Saturday will certainly help cure the season’s blues. 

If you are in need of some good cheer - history and unique gifts await at the 17th century David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St. 

The annual fair will run from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Learn about the Humphreys House and its colorful colonial past and help support your local crafters! Coon Hollow Farm, Wood ‘n Bark, and Big Bear Trading Co. will be displaying their handmade items, perfect for that personal gift.


For more information call 203-735-1908 or email to info@derbyhistorical.org.

 

*Masks are required for indoor events according to current State of CT guidelines - Group/tour sizes monitored.

Masks are not required for outdoor events unless 6' distancing cannot be maintained.

Gift shop open to one family/group at a time during Open House events* 


Prizes:

  • Hamilton (two books, desk calendar, soundtrack CD)
  • Yankee Candle (three jar candles and one room spray)
  • Unicorn (plush unicorn, Tervis tumbler, assorted accessories)
  • Lavender (an assortment of lavender-scented products)
  • Centerpiece Mat and Needlepoint Ornaments
  • Frosty the SnowMAT and a Christmas Cookie Towel
  • Wine tumbler set, a toy horse, candles, ornaments, and two decorative pre-lit trees!               
    Needlepoint ornaments are another prize.


RAFFLE TICKETS

are only

$2 for 1 Ticket

$5 for 3 Tickets

or

$10 for 14 Tickets


Tickets can be purchased in advance - call for details!


This is a press release from Daniel Bosques, executive director, Derby Historical Society.