Sunday, April 30, 2023
Poke'pals Club slated on Mondays at Derby Neck Library
The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave., Derby.
This is shared from the Library's website.
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Reminder: Griffin Health to host annual children's fair Sunday in Ansonia
Warsaw Park is at 119 Pulaski Highway, Ansonia.
Seymour Public Library to show romantic comedy 'Pat and Mike'
SEYMOUR - Join us in the lower level auditorium of Seymour Public Library at 1 p.m. Wednesday (May 3) to watch a movie!
Light refreshments will be served. The Library is at 46 Church St.
The movie is "Pat and Mike" starring Spencer Tracy, Katharine Hepburn, and Aldo Ray. It is not rated and its duration is 1 hour, 35 minutes.
Summary: Pat is a women's sports sensation unless her fiancé is around. Her new shady manager Mike keeps them apart and develops feelings for her.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Walnut Hill Community Church in Derby to host Family Game Night
This is shared from the church Facebook page.
Friday, April 28, 2023
BHcare seeks sponsors for A Chance to Shine fundraiser at Quarry Walk in Oxford
Calling all local businesses! Want to make an impact?
See below how you can help!
Email: Development@bhcare
Visit our website: www.achancetoshinect.org
This is shared from BHcare Facebook page.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Learn about early water mills at Seymour Public Library program
Water-powered mills brought civilization to Connecticut as early as 1650. In early days, every small Connecticut village had to depend upon itself for almost every necessity. There was no electricity, steam power had not been invented and water-powered mills were the answer.
This is shared from Seymour Public Library Facebook page.
Abundant Life Fellowship Ministries in Ansonia to hold food giveaway Monday
This is shared from TEAM's Facebook page.
Story times return to The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library
The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St., Ansonia.
This is shared from the Library's newsletter.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Adam's House in Shelton to offer adult peer support group
Adam's House at 241 Coram Ave., Shelton offers grief support for Connecticut's children.
The 8 Monday sessions begin June 5 at 10 a.m.
You must pre-register for this adult support program.
Drop-ins will not be permitted!
This is shared from a press release.
Kids can make a Mother's Day craft at Seymour Public Library
SEYMOUR - Drop in anytime during regular hours at Seymour Public Library between May 9 and 13 to make a fun craft for Mom. Mother's Day is May 14.
The library is at 46 Church St.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Annual Vietnam Veterans Memorial Service slated Sunday at City Hall
This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.
Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers in Derby accepting applications
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The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers is accepting applications for its summer semesters./ Contributed photo
DERBY - Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, at 300 Seymour Ave., Suite 206, is accepting applications for its summer semesters of Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, and Patient Care Technician programs.
The Phlebotomy, MA, and PCT semesters will begin May 22 and the summer CNA program will start July 17.
The accelerated CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed classroom schedule with classes Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
The CNA program content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care. Students will practice skills prior to their clinical experience.
The program’s clinical experience will be at Griffin Hospital and a long-term care facility. The clinical hours are 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for a total of 40 hours. After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut.
The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book and workbook, CPR training, a 40-hour clinical rotation, and liability insurance.
The PCT program provides students with didactic and skills review on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., and students have the option to take phlebotomy training on Mondays and Wednesdays from either 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or from 5-9 p.m. The PCT program offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the school's fully equipped mock hospital room and during clinical experience at the hospital or long-term care facility.
The Phlebotomy program offers 32–40 hours of clinical experience. The course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, clinical rotations, and national certification exams. College credits are offered for eligible certification earners.
The MA program runs for 28 weeks with classes five days a week from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., including 160 clinical hours at Griffin Faculty Physicians’ primary care offices and specialty offices such as gastroenterology, OB-GYN, surgical and cardiology.
Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers.
The MA course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, online modules and certification practice tests, clinical externships, and national certification exam. College credits are offered for eligible certification earners.
Anyone 18 or older with a high school diploma or GED and is proficient in the English language may apply for admission. The COVID-19 vaccination series is required prior to enrollment as well as the booster.
The School of Allied Health Careers has partnered with Meritize to offer student loans in which applicants can enhance credit evaluation and loan options by sharing their academic profiles. Pre-approval is available at https://apply.meritize.com.
Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited.
For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Wishing my husband a Happy Birthday in Heaven
Yesterday my computer popped up a reminder that I didn’t need, telling me that today is my late husband’s birthday,
I celebrated his birthday with him for 35 years ~ and this April 26 is the second year I'm wishing him Happy Birthday in Heaven. The years really do fly by.
Ralph posted this not-too-flattering majority card photo taken on his 18th birthday more than once to mark his special day.
I much prefer this one:
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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Ansonia Library to hold leather working class Thursday for teens
The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St., Ansonia.
Shelton History Center to host cleanup of grounds Saturday
SHELTON - Ready to lend Shelton History Center a helping hand?
Join us this Saturday for our annual site cleanup! The Center is at 70 Ripton Road.
It takes a lot of work to keep our grounds beautiful, so grab a rake, some gardening gloves, and a friend and join us from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. to beautify our grounds!
This is shared from Shelton History Center's Facebook page.
Ansonia Library offers children kits to make pasta plant magnets at home
The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St., Ansonia.
Seymour Public Library offers free seeds provided by UConn gardener program
The Library is at 46 Church St., Seymour.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Shelton Cleanup Project members to tackle Conti parking lot on Canal Street
SHELTON - The Conti building parking lot on Canal Street is frequently used by residents and visitors alike and is in need of some love! Join us there from 12-2 p.m. Saturday.
For information visit SheltonCleanupProject.org
Join us at one of our upcoming clean-ups, and feel free to bring friends too!
FAQ: Yes! Our clean-ups count towards community service hour requirements for high school students. Just don't forget to bring your form.
No need to sign up, just show up!
This is shared from the organization's website.
'Turnback Tuesday' features downtown Derby confectionery business
Turnback Tuesday visits DeBarbieri & Musante of 220 Main St., Derby.
Frank DeBarbieri was a confectioner in Ansonia until 1909. He moved to Derby in 1910 and started a business with John Musante. They specialized in fruit, confections, and ice cream.
They continued their partnership until 1940 when John took over with his son, Joseph, and changed the name to John & Son Inc. at the same location.
This envelope is postmarked 1937. The second photo shows approximately where the business was located on Main Street.
Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.
Check out this week's sales at St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop in Derby
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop is located at 237 Roosevelt Drive, Derby.
Learn container gardening at Huntington Branch Library in Shelton
The Huntington Branch Library is at 41 Church St., Shelton.
Monday, April 24, 2023
Seymour Public Library offers infant story times
SEYMOUR - Join us at Seymour Public Library from 10-10:20 a.m. this Thursday and May 4 and 11 for 20 minutes of stories and songs for little ones under 2 years old.
Older siblings are welcome!
The Library is at 46 Church St.
This is shared from a Facebook event page.
First United Methodist Church in Ansonia slates tag Saturday
ANSONIA - First United Methodist Church will hold a tag sale from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Free coffee will be available.
The church is located at 47 Franklin St. For information call the church office, 203-734-0374.
In the fall the church will hold a Neighborhood Tag Sale similar to the well-attended one held last October. It will be open to church members and the public for renting tables with their own personal items to sell.
Wesley Village in Shelton to host living with dementia caregiver series
About Wesley Village: Wesley Village senior living campus is located at 580 Long Hill Ave., Shelton and is part of United Methodist Homes, a local not-for-profit organization.
The Wesley Village campus offers independent and assisted living, enhanced assisted living, early memory support, skilled nursing and short-term rehab.
To learn more about Crosby Commons, Wesley Heights, Lifestyle Transitions, or Bishop Wicke Health Center, visit our website or contact us at 203.225.5024.
To become part of the Wesley Village team, visit our website at: https://www.umh.org/career-opportunities-at-umh.
Alzheimer’s Association CT Chapter:
The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
For more information about the Alzehimer’s Association or to find community resources, click here or visit https://www.alz.org/ct.
This is a press release from Wesley Village.
Fishing derby slated at Abe Stone Park in Ansonia
Ansonia Parks & Recreation will hold a FREE Fishing Derby from 9 a.m.-noon May 13 at Colony Pond.
The Derby is open to residents 15 and under. Colony Pond has been designated as a “Community Fishing Water.”
What this means is that Colony is stocked with three species of trout (Brown, Brook and Rainbow) twice in the spring.
A new addition this year is that the DEEP also stocked channel catfish. Colony Pond also has healthy populations of largemouth bass and sunfish.
All state regulations apply to any fish taken at Colony Pond such as minimum lengths and creel possession limits.
Trophies and prizes will be provided by Frank Pelaccia.
Some fishing equipment will be available for anyone who does not have a rod and reel to use during the tournament. Participants must supply their own bait.
The late Bill Stokes was an Ansonia resident who worked for years to get the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection to stock trout into Colony Pond.
He was dedicated to improving the opportunities for young and old to enjoy fishing at Colony. In 2015, Colony Pond was designated as a “Community Fishing Water."
Bill passed away in May of 2015 but has left a lasting impression on fishing at Colony Pond, Abe Stone Park, and the entire Ansonia community.
This is shared from a Facebook event page.