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Friday, October 8, 2021
Seymour Public Library to close on Columbus Day
SEYMOUR - Seymour Public Library will be closed Monday in observance of Columbus Day.
Seymour Culture and Arts to host downtown Trick or Treat Day
Final End of Summer Concert on tap tonight on Derby Green
DERBY - Come join us for our 9th and final End of Summer Concert on the Derby Green featuring the The Nina Et Cetera Americana Music Band.
The concert will run from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Shared from the City of Derby Facebook page.
Shelton Clean-Up Project slates Sunday afternoon trash cleanup
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SHELTON - Join the Shelton Clean-Up Project for a Clean-up of Shelton Avenue from 4-6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10.
We will meet at the trail parking under the power lines (approximately 300 Shelton Ave.).
Help us take pride in our community while making new friends along the way!
Gloves, garbage bags, water, snacks, and a limited amount of trash pickers will be provided.
Great way for high school students to earn community service hours!
Walk/Run to benefit Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital in Derby raises $65K
DERBY - More than 300 participants Sept. 25 raised an event record $65,000 at the 13th Annual 5K Walk/Run to Benefit the Center for Cancer Care
“The success of the Center for Cancer Care 5K Walk-Run demonstrates just how close our community is, and how committed we all are to caring for each other,” said Griffin Health President and CEO Patrick Charmel.
“The funds raised will provide support to our patients, from helping with expenses like groceries, utility and transportation bills, to providing salon services to give patients comfort and confidence.”
The event featured awards for the top individual fundraiser and top team fundraiser selected from the 315 participants and 24 teams.
The winner of the William C. Powanda Memorial Award for the top fundraiser was Stephanie Ventimiglia of Derby, who raised more than $3,800.
Team Aversa raised $13,200 and won the Team Synergy Award as the top fundraising team.
Barbara Scarpa of Derby was the winner of the new Make It Happen Spirit Award, which recognizes an individual who exhibits tireless effort and support.
The Walk/Run was sponsored by LaBonne’s Markets, Jefferson Radiology, D’Addario Auto Group, All About You!, Ion Bank Foundation, R.D. Scinto, Smilow Cancer Center, A&S Nathan Heating and Cooling, Forest Construction, Yale Therapeutic Radiology, and WEBE 108 FM.
In-kind sponsors included BJ’s, Coca-Cola, Market 32, Rockland Bakery, ShopRite, Stani Dairy, Stop & Shop, and Unidine.
Donations are still being accepted at griffinhealth.org/5k or via mail to The Griffin Development Fund, 130 Division St., Derby, 06418.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Learn to quit smoking in 4-week program at Griffin Hospital in Derby
DERBY - Griffin Health offers free education, advice, and support to help individuals prepare to quit smoking with its four-week smoking cessation program starting Oct. 18.
“That’s It – Learn to Quit” teaches a variety of methods to help individuals quit smoking.
The program consists of Monday night meetings from 5:30-7 p.m. scheduled for Oct. 18, and 25, and Nov. 1 and 8 at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital, 350 Seymour Ave.
“The goal of the program is to help you learn how to quit,” said Richard Le Pera, a co-coordinator of the program. “There are different methods of quitting and managing nicotine withdrawal. If one method didn’t work for you in the past, we’ll help you understand all your options.”
Through group discussion and interactive activities, participants learn how to develop a quit plan that addresses their personal behaviors and habits.
Strategies to manage nicotine withdrawal, behaviors, triggers, and urges are discussed as well as weight control and stress management.
Participants must be prepared to attend all four sessions.
To register for “That’s It – Learn to Quit,” call 203-732-7106.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Recuperation journey: Looking for colorful foliage
Huntington Branch Library offers story time via Zoom
SHELTON - Zoom Story Time with Miss Jessica at Huntington Branch Library is back!
Starting on Oct. 21, kids 0-5 can join Miss Jessica weekly for a story and an activity via Zoom.
Registration for each story opens 2 weeks prior and is required in order to receive the Zoom link as well as reserve the activity which will follow.
Once you have registered, you can pick up your activity at the HBL youth services desk.
Register for Oct. 21 at 11:15 a.m. here: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=445111&PK=
This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.
Derby Neck Library to host fall fishing tourney Saturday via Zoom
DERBY - Tweens and teens! Join us [at Derby Neck Library] on your Nintendo Switch for the Summer Animal Crossing: New Horizons Fishing Tourney!
Playing with friends means no entry fee AND you get double the points per participant!
We’ll also get to visit each other’s islands and shops and play hide-and-seek games! There’s always some fun surprises waiting at Derby Neck Island as well…
Library’s Switch Friend Code: 2215-9086-7325
Discord: DBNeck#3627 and TheLibrarianDNL#7172
Discord: DBNeck#3627 and TheLibrarianDNL#7172
A Zoom meeting link will also be provided for those who do not have a Discord account–please register for our Youth Services mailing list here https://forms.gle/EUp2yRBLFNJVMnz17 or call the library at 203-734-1492 to receive the Zoom link!
Please note that you do need a Nintendo Online subscription to participate!
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Griffin Bariatrics to offer virtual weight-loss presentations
DERBY - Griffin Bariatrics will offer free virtual presentations on weight-loss services at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 20, at noon Oct. 26, and at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 1.
Led by Griffin Hospital Director of Bariatrics Dr. Abe Fridman, this seminar will explain how bariatric surgery can help patients lose significant amounts of weight, enhance their health, and provide long-term outcomes.
Additionally, techniques, support programs, pre- and post-operative expectations, and insurance questions are also be discussed.
Griffin Hospital established its comprehensive weight loss surgery program, Griffin Bariatrics, to provide a medical solution for patients with more substantial weight loss needs.
The long-term success enjoyed by Griffin Bariatrics patients is a result of excellent medical care, including the latest minimally invasive surgical procedures, combined with access to a full range of multidisciplinary services that have been assembled to support them before, during, and after their surgery.
To register, contact Bariatric Care Specialist Kimberly Fisher at kfisher@griffinhealth.org or 203-732-7108.
For more information about Griffin Bariatrics, visit griffinhospitalbariatrics.com.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Take virtual 5K 'spooky steps' to save lives, beat esophageal cancer
Take Steps in Your Spooky Halloween Costume and Win Prizes!
Everyone who enters will receive a gift.
You can enter starting October 24th by submitting your very best photo or video (only one) of your creative 5K Halloween costume via email at StepstoSaveLives@ecan.org.
If you send more than one photo or video, ECAN will decide which is the best and post that for the voting.
All entries will be posted on the
Steps to Save Lives Costume Contest Album
on ECAN's Facebook Page - Voting is Open to the Public. Find the album: HERE!
The three most LIKED images will win our top prizes, so SHARE with your friends to make sure you gain the support you deserve!
Voting begins
Monday, October 25th at 9 am Eastern Voting ends
Sunday, October 31st at 9 am Eastern
Compete to win Prizes!
1st Place:
$50 Amazon gift card & Steps to Save Lives wicking shirt
2nd Place:
$25 Amazon gift card & Steps to Save Lives baseball cap
3rd place:
$10 Amazon gift card & ECAN clear stadium bag
You must be registered for the October 2021 Virtual Steps to Save Lives 5k to participate.
Are you ready to put on your spookiest garb and take zombie Steps to Save Lives?
Derby Public Library announces Columbus Day holiday closing
DERBY - Derby Public Library will be closed on Monday, October 11 in observance of the Columbus Day holiday.
Shared from the Library's Facebook page.
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