'Turnback Tuesday' features circa 1905 postcard of downtown Derby

Turnback Tuesday looking north at Elizabeth Street in Derby in a different time. This postcard shows the corner of Elizabeth and 5th Streets. This image was captured circa 1905. The church on the corner was the Derby Methodist Episcopal Church built in 1837 which received an addition in 1894. The two homes pictured are 170 Elizabeth (left) and 169 Elizabeth (right.) The street is lined with elm trees as was the case throughout New England at the time. 
Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

 ... at 8 p.m. 

Setting sun seen through the trees.

Griffin Health slates virtual presentation on knee pain, joint replacement

DERBY - Griffin Health will offer a free virtual presentation on joint replacement options at 6 p.m. July 13.

Orthopaedic Surgeon Gary R. Richo, M.D., PhD, will present “Advances in Joint Replacement,” an open discussion of the causes of joint pain, conservative treatment options, total joint replacement techniques, post-surgical recovery and the return to normal activities.

The presentation will also include information about Griffin’s advanced surgical technology, including 3D Mako SmartRobotics™ which provides unmatched precision in knee procedures.

Dr. Richo will be available at the end of the presentation to answer any questions from attendees.

These seminars are offered monthly. 

For more information about joint replacement or to get log-in information for the virtual presentation, contact Vivian Ramia at vramia@griffinhealth.org.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Klarides-Ditria shares tips on staying safe in extreme heat

With incredible temperatures here for another few days it’s important to take care of yourself and your loved ones.  Please remember to stay hydrated and check on your friends and neighbors to make sure they also have plenty of water and access to air conditioning. If you need help locating a cooling center, the state’s 2-1-1 phone line is always open and available 24/7 to answer questions or point you toward a center in your area.  You can also find a list of cooling centers on the 2-1-1 website. The state Department of Public Health maintains a list of tips on ways to beat the heat, including wearing light colored clothing, staying indoors as much as possible, pacing yourself, staying hydrated and much more.   For a full list, please go to the DPH website. More Tips to Avoid the Heat (from Ready.gov) Find air conditioning. Avoid strenuous activities. Wear light clothing. Check on family members and neighbors. Drink plenty of fluids. Watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Never leave people or pets in a closed car. HOW TO STAY SAFE WHEN EXTREME HEAT THREATENS Try to keep your home cool: Do not rely on a fan as your primary cooling device.  Cover windows with drapes or shades. Weather-strip doors and windows. Use window reflectors such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard to reflect heat back outside. Add insulation to keep the heat out. Use a powered attic ventilator, or attic fan, to regulate the heat level of a building’s attic by clearing hot air. Install window air conditioners and insulate around them. Learn to recognize the signs of heat illness.   For more information visit  www.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/warning.html If you or anyone you know is suffering from heat exhaustion or heat stroke and needs emergency medical assistance, please call 9-1-1 immediately!

Sincerely,

DATE CHANGE: Cassetti, Drugonis present Ansonia/Seymour fireworks July 11

From the City of Ansonia Facebook page:

Change of date! Ansonia-Seymour fireworks moved to the night of SUNDAY, JULY 11th to accommodate a BIGGER show! Same start time: sundown.

Original post below:

Save the date: Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce to host Job Fair in August

Details will be unveiled next week

Aug. 9 - 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Trumbull Marriott Shelton Are you hiring? Do you know someone who is looking to connect with talented prospective employees? Save the date and plan to join us for this in-person Job Fair. Details coming soon. If you are interested in reserving a table  contact us today. This is shared from the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce.

Recuperation journey: Squirrelly

When one spends a lot of time at home it's likely one will befriend a squirrel or two.   

Stuart just has to look at me and he gets a peanut. Spoiled!

Derby Public Library offers virtual Teen Summer Club

DERBY - Derby Public Library invites all young adults ages 12 to 17 to this season’s virtual Teen Summer Club, “Tails & Tales!”

Interested patrons should sign up at the library’s Calendar of Events at www.derbypubliclibrary.org. Club members will gather via Zoom with meeting links to be emailed after registration for each event. 

Virtual club gatherings will include Teen Advisory Board meetings, Game Nights, Classic Graphic Novel read-n-shows , Maker Space Grab-n-Go activities, as well as, Audiobook SYNC chats, and member reviews of books, articles, and websites. 

Active participants will earn credits toward weekly prizes. For more information visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org, or call 203-736-1482.

This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult librarian, Derby Public Library.