The Valley Voice: November 2023

Thursday, November 30, 2023

Fireworks, pictures with Santa slated at Seymour High School

This is shared from the Office of the First Selectwoman of Seymour Facebook page

Seymour Public Library slates story time Tuesday

SEYMOUR - Seymour Public Library to host program at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday to feature stories, songs, and a craft for everyone ages 2-6.

The Library is at 46 Church St.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Derby Public Library to host preschoolers' program Friday

Play, Learn, Create! (Ages 2 1⁄2 to 5)
Friday, Dec. 1 from 10-11 a.m.
Please register at https://bit.ly/3Qklyqm (Siblings welcome.)

A program designed for preschoolers focusing on early literacy/language, developmental and social skills with different engaging activities each session to inspire young minds.

Dramatic play, art center, sensory and concepts fun, block building, and a book nook are among the offerings.

This is shared from the Derby Public Library Facebook page.

Ansonia to play Cromwell in Class S semifinals Sunday at Derby High School

This is shared from the Ansonia Public Schools' Facebook page.

Seymour Police to hold Toys 4 Kids annual drive Dec. 9 at Stop & Shop

Jingle All The Day event slated Dec. 9 at Derby Public Library

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St., Derby.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Ansonia Police post winter parking regulations, snow removal

Winter Parking Regulations and Snow Removal - Effective December 1, 2023

Winter Parking Regulations will be in effect from December 1, 2023 thru March 31, 2024. There shall be in the city a Twenty-Four hour (24) a day, seven (7) days a week, parking ban on all city streets and highways.

The purpose is to allow snow equipment to remove snow and ice as quickly as possible from all city streets and highways, with the following exceptions:

For this winter season: Motor vehicles shall be allowed to be parked, starting on December 1, 2023, on the odd-numbered side of municipal streets continuing until March 31, 2024.

City streets that display “No Parking Signs” shall be exempt from alternate side parking during the winter parking season in the area designated by the “No Parking Signs.”

These streets include: South Cliff Street, North State Street, Crescent Street (Howard Ave to Day St.), Franklin Street (Jackson to Wakelee Ave), Colony Street, Division Street and North Spring

Street (from Hill Street to Jewett Street), High Street (Lester St. to Howard Ave), Fourth Street (Gatison Park area). Church St., Holbrook St. (Pork Hollow to Jackson St.) and Pork Hollow.

Winter parking is allowed only on the odd side of the following street(s):

• Star Street

Parking is only permitted on the even numbered side of the following streets, regardless of the calendar year:

• Fifth Street;

• Jewett St. (North Spring Street to Platt Street);

• Hotchkiss Terrace (the area west of Kathy Lane);

• North Cliff Street;

• Colony Street, north of Gardner’s Lane; • Park Place.

Parking is prohibited on the following streets: Stage Coach Road, Remer Street, Union Street,
Crowley Street, Pleasant Street, Beaver Street, (North Street to the Seymour Line), Holbrook

Court and Father Lar Drive, Lawton Terrace, Crescent Street (Howard Ave to Lester St.), North Fourth Street, Prospect Street, (Moulthrop St. to Viselli Court), Rockwood Ave. Ext., Viselli Court, Walkers Court, Oak Lane and Carver St.

Parking is prohibited on Main Street, West Main Street and East Main Street from 1200 a.m. (midnight) to 6:00 a.m.

Any person receiving a written notice for violating the regulation must either submit payment of $15, or file a formal appeal, to the Police Department within ten (10) days. The fine will increase to $30 after ten (10) days.

Residents should also be aware of the city regulation that requires the removal of snow and ice from sidewalks within 12 hours from the end of the snowfall.

The owner of the land and or the person having care and control of the property shall be responsible for the removal. Any violation of this may result in an infraction for violation of a town ordinance.

This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.

Shelton Police charge 2 with robbery after fight in parking lot on Howe Avenue

SHELTON - Shelton Police Monday arrested 23-year old Jalen Bolton of Waterbury and 22-year old Ashan Langston of Bridgeport.

Police charged both Bolton and Langston with robbery 1st degree, larceny 3rd degree, and conspiracy in relation to both charges.

Additionally, Bolton was charged with possession of narcotics with intent to sell when officers located crack cocaine.

Both were held on $100,000 bond and transported Tuesday to Derby Superior Court.

The arrests stem from an incident that occurred at approximately 5:30 p.m. Monday, when Shelton Police were dispatched to a fight in the Municipal Parking lot at 415 Howe Ave. Officers canvassed the area; however, the individuals involved fled the scene, police said.

A short time later the victim came to the Shelton Police Department to report that he was robbed at gunpoint in downtown Shelton.

The victim stated he was able to fight off three suspects and get the license plate of the vehicle they were driving.

The vehicle information was shared with surrounding law enforcement agencies and Bridgeport Police Department Auto Theft Task Force located the vehicle in Bridgeport.

The vehicle was stopped and the occupants were identified as Langston and Bolton. The victim identified Langston and Bolton as two of the individuals that robbed him in Shelton.

The investigation is ongoing with additional arrests expected.

This press release was posted Tuesday on Facebook by Det. Christopher Nugent.

***The charges in the press release are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.***

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

Backyard view of today's sunset.

Ansonia to hold ceremony Dec. 7 to mark 81st anniversary of attack on Pearl Harbor

Please join Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti at 11 a.m. Dec. 7 for "A Day of Remembrance," Pearl Harbor Day.

The annual ceremony will be held in Veterans Park next to City Hall.

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Shelton History Center features Brownson in noshavenovember series

Harry Brownson

Our final contender for #noshavenovember of course had to be Mr. Harry Brownson!
Harry Brownson, part of the last family to live in the Shelton History Center's Brownson House, is shown here c. 1900. He was a lifelong farmer who preferred to use his horse team instead of a tractor well into his twilight years.
This is shared from the Shelton History Center's Facebook page.

Rochelle, Tong to host Elder Justice Forum at Ansonia Senior Center

Local resident to lead POUND Master Class Saturday at Shelton Community Center

SHELTON - Channel your inner rockstar with this full body cardio-jam session led by Debbie Russell and inspired by the infectious, energizing, and fun of playing the drums.

The event will be held from 2-3 p.m. Saturday at the Shelton Community Center, 41 Church St.

Instead of listening to music, you become the music in this exhilarating full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and pilates-inspired movements.

Using Ripstix which are supplied, POUND transforms drumming into an incredibly effective workout!

This master class is for you if you:
+ hate exercise because it's not fun
+ don't know what POUND is
+ are afraid of hopping into a new fitness class and getting hurt
+ afraid that it might be too intense
+ don't think you can do it because you don't have rhythm or are uncoordinated.

Bring water & exercise mat
$10
Door Prize

Russell said the maximum number of participants is 40, and 25 are registered as of Wednesday (today).

Join POUND PRO DEB Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/PoundProDeb/

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Oxford Historical Society to host holiday open house Sunday

Oxford Historical Society photo

OXFORD - The Oxford Historical Society will host a holiday open house from 2-4 p.m. Sunday at the Twitchell-Rowland Homestead,60 Towner Lane.

It is the first of three open houses this season. There will be another one Dec. 17 and a third on Jan. 7. Admission is free.

The homestead is decorated for the season by the Oxford Garden Club.

Featured displays include a wide selection of antique Christmas and New Year’s postcards dating from the turn of the 20th Century.

Notecards, local history books, and other unique gift items will be on sale.

Of special interest to collectors are antique and vintage ornaments, handkerchiefs, McDonald’s toys, Pez dispensers and more, all donated by the family of Aggie Wyler and available for purchase.

Cider and treats baked by members of the Oxford Historical Society will be offered.

For further information, please contact Nancy Farnum at 203 888-0230.

This is shared from the Oxford Historical Society Facebook page.

My Sister's Place Thrift Store in Ansonia posts this week's sales

My Sister's Place Thrift Store and Donation Center is located at 380 Main St., Ansonia.

All purchases support BHcare's The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services.

This is shared from the store's Facebook page.

Wreath donations sought for Ansonia Animal Shelter booth at holiday fair Saturday

Are you a creative person? How would you like to donate a wreath or door swag to the Ansonia Animal Shelter for their booth at the Holiday Fair, this Saturday at the Ansonia Armory?

Wreaths needed by this Thursday ~ please contact Jeanie at 203-410-7716.

The wreath that receives the most raffle tickets by customers will win a door prize. Thank you in advance for your support!

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

Sunset on a chilly Tuesday afternoon.

Great Hill United Methodist Church in Seymour slates Christmas on the Hill

SEYMOUR - Join us at Great Hill United Methodist Church for your Christmas shopping from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 9!

Complete your last-minute Christmas shopping while enjoying complimentary refreshments, Christmas music, and our seasonally decorated hall.

Also enter in for your chance to win one of two $50 AMEX gift cards, just in time for a little extra Christmas spending.

The church is at 225 Great Hill Road.

Limited vendor applications are available; so if you are a local crafter or small business, get your application in today! https://www.greathillumc.org/christmas-on-the-hill

This is shared from the church's Facebook page.

Ansonia Fire Department ready for Popcorn Ball Sunday

ANSONIA - This is a friendly reminder from the Ansonia Fire Department that popcorn ball Sunday is approaching on Dec. 17.

Each company in town will be on the road before 11 a.m. that day.

If you want to be part of your community, join us: AFD.recruitment23@gmail.com.

This is shared from the AFD Facebook page.

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

Monday's sunset colors reflected on clouds.

Griffin Hospital in Derby to offer 2-day Reiki workshop

DERBY - Griffin Hospital will host a Reiki Level 1 two-day workshop from 1-4 p.m. Jan. 16 and Jan. 18 at the hospital, 130 Division St.

Reiki Master Laura Howell will teach the basic concepts of Reiki, allowing ample time for hands-on practice.

Reiki is a complementary healing method based on ancient healing practices that involves the conscious direction of healing energy through the practitioner's hands.

When channeled properly, this energy relieves energy blockages to the body and bring balances to the energy fields thereby promoting healing on all levels.

The workshop cost for the public is $150, which includes completion certificate and Reiki book.

Griffin Hospital employees and current volunteers can register at the rate of $25. Payment must be cash or check, and is due upon enrollment.

Workshop participants from the general public are required to become a Griffin Health volunteer, and are expected to give 100 hours of service prior to receiving their Reiki completion certificate.

Workshop space is limited, and preregistration is required by Jan. 3.

To register, contact Wendy Farrington, 203-732-7434.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Teens to learn to embroider an ornament Saturday at Ansonia Library

The program will be held from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Dec. 2. The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St., Ansonia.

Register for Snowflake embroidery HERE

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Celebrate Shelton to hold tree lighting, holiday market Friday

'Turnback Tuesday' features Charlton Comics in Derby

Turnback Tuesday is highlighting Charlton Comics, a publishing company that existed from 1945 to 1986 at the intersection of Division Street and Pershing Drive, Derby.

The company was started by John Santangelo Sr. and Ed Levy in 1940 as T.W.O. Charles Company, then adopted the name Charlton Comics. This comic, called Hot Rods and Racing Cars, was published June 1970, Vol. 2, No. 102.

There were many different publications such as romance, westerns, haunted, suspense, and horror comics.

This comic as well as six others are a recent donation to the Library by M. R. David.

Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.

Purchase Kettle Club pin, support Salvation Army's good work in the community

This holiday season, join the 2023 Salvation Army Kettle Club!

With a $100 donation, you will receive a 2023 Kettle Club pin.

This pin changes lives. http://kettleclubsa.org/

This is shared from The Salvation Army - Ansonia Facebook page.

The Valley's Salvation Army is headquartered at 26 Lester St., Ansonia.

Beacon Falls Public Library to host presentation on estate planning

BEACON FALLS - John Caserta and Amy Crookshank will answer your questions about the Basics of Estate Planning from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 7 at the Senior Center, 57 N. Main St.

Topics covered will include:

-Wills
-Probates
-Taxes
-Trusts
-Gifting
-Insurances

All attendees will receive an Estate Planning Checklist.

Please register at Eventbrite... https://www.eventbrite.com/.../the-basics-of-estate...

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.