Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

Good morning! Have a peaceful last day of 2023.

Derby Town/City Clerk posts Holiday Schedule for 2024

 

Community invited to celebrate 2024 at Abundant Life Ministries in Ansonia

 

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton to serve up Book Bites program

Book Bites

Ages: Grades 5 and 6
When: Jan. 13, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St., Shelton

Interested in exploring some culinary cuisine that you have created? 

Join us once a month, as each chef-in-training is provided with the recipe, the ingredients and the cooking tools needed to make a tasty small dish. 

Caregivers must remain in Plumb Memorial Library during this hands-on food program.

Registration is required for children only. 

Register online https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=512915&PK=
or by calling 203-924-1580; extension 5108.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Enjoy Afternoon Tea V Tuesdays at Derby Neck Library

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave., Derby.

The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library to offer paper doll craft

 The Ansonia Library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

Oxford Public Library to hold post-holiday paint by numbers class

 

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

 My backyard view this afternoon.

All in for Seymour to meet Tuesday at Town Hall

SEYMOUR - Join us at 6 p.m. Tuesday (Jan. 2) in the Flaherty Room at Town Hall to share your ideas on how we can improve our community!

All In for Seymour is an ALLIANCE of local nonprofits and residents working to ensure that everyone has a safe and affordable place to live, food to eat, and a voice in the decisions that affect their lives.

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Seymour Public Library Book Club to discuss 'The Bear and The Nightingale'

SEYMOUR - The Seymour Public Library Book Club will discuss "The Bear and the Nightingale," a historical fantasy novel, at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 30.

It is Katherine Arden's debut novel, and the first novel in the Winternight trilogy. 

"The Bear and the Nightingale" is set in medieval Russia and incorporates elements of Russian folklore. 

Copies of the book are available for checkout with a library card at the front desk of the Library. The book club meets every last Tuesday of the month.

The Library is at 46 Church St.

Books to be determined by vote. Mingle starts at 6 p.m.; discussion starts at 6:30.

Derby Public Library to show 'Barbie' movie

If you didn't have the time or energy to do Barbenheimer this past summer (Barbie and Oppenheimer), at Derby Public Library you can watch both movies with a week in between:

Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. 

However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.

Studio: Warner Bros
RunTime: 116 Minutes
Rated: PG-13
Starring: Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling

'Barbie' will be shown at 1 p.m. Jan. 9. The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St., Derby.

No registration needed - light snack provided.
Contact: Reference Desk 203-736-1482 dplreference@biblio.org

This is shared from the Library's events calendar.

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

From the archives: Sunrise shot taken at 7:35 a.m. on this date last year.

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton offers art class for kids

Art in the Afternoon

Who: 3 years old and older
When: Jan. 4, 1:15-2 p.m.
Where: Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St., Shelton

Budding artists learn a specific artist's style through unique age-appropriate art projects! Caregivers must remain with children for program duration.

Registration required for children only. Register online https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=512724&PK=
or call 203-924-1580 ext. 5108.

Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Ansonia First United Methodist Church to host gratitude journaling session

Start the New Year off right by learning how to and why it's so important to be grateful, while enjoying a light lunch.

The community is invited to the session at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 7 at the church, 47 Franklin St., Ansonia. 

Free journal and pen will be provided.

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Derby Neck Library posts holiday weekend closing

We will be closed from Friday, 12/29 to Monday, 1/1 for the New Year's weekend. We will reopen on Tuesday, 1/2. 

Happy New Year!

Shared from Derby Neck Library's Facebook page.

Derby Public Library posts holiday closings

 

Seymour Public Library to show 'Die Hard' Friday

SEYMOUR - Join us at 10:30 a.m. Friday in the lower level auditorium of Seymour Public Library to watch a movie! 

Light refreshments will be served. The Library is at 46 Church St.

We'll be showing "Die Hard" starring Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, and Bonnie Bedelia. It is rated R and its duration is 2 hours, 12 minutes.

Summary: A New York City police officer tries to save his estranged wife and several others taken hostage by terrorists during a Christmas party at the Nakatomi Plaza in Los Angeles.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.  

'Turnback Tuesday' (on Wednesday) seeks location of photo from 1955 flood

Turnback Tuesday has another image of the 1955 Flood for you to help us identify.

This looks to be a factory along the Housatonic River looking towards East Derby or Shelton. We would like to know where and what factory it is?

The Flood was caused by two hurricanes: the first, Hurricane Connie, went by CT on August 11, depositing 4-6 inches of rain.

Then five days later, Hurricane Diane left in her wake 13 to 20 inches of rain in CT over a two-day period.

This image was a recent donation from the J. Vagnini family.

Thanks to everyone who helped with the confirmation of location from our last Turnback flood post.

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

Cassetti announces indoor walking to start Jan. 2 at Ansonia Armory

ANSONIA - Mayor David S. Cassetti announced today that indoor walking will begin at the Ansonia Armory Jan. 2 and go through March 31. 

Hours will be Monday through Friday, 7-10 a.m. 

Hours may be extended in the evening from 5-8 p.m. It will be announced should that happen. In the meantime, enjoy the morning hours. 

The Armory is at 5 State St.

Shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Ansonia Police share video of Operation Silent Sleigh on Christmas Eve

Watch video here!  https://fb.watch/p9iI1cLw9p/

and before the covert operation:

Brace yourselves for some big news at 5 pm! There's a touch of magic in the air, and we have got a message that might just light up your holiday Spirit! Stay tuned!

and after the operation was completed:

After a night of delivering joy with Father Christmas, our officers are not just tired, they're legendary!

From blocking off streets to giving directions, their commitment created holiday magic. Time for some rest.

Operation Silent Sleigh was a success!! Till next year. Merry Christmas.

Thank you for the smiles Ansonia PD!

Make Valentine's Day craft at Ansonia Library in January

 

Morbid Curiosity Book Club to meet Thursday at Derby Neck Library

 Derby Neck Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave., Derby.

Shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton posts January events

SHELTON - Mark your calendars for Plumb Memorial Library's January events!

Registration for some events are already open and some will open on December 26th.

Look at our calendar on the library website: https://sheltonlibrarysystem.org/ 

Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Derby Neck Library to host Conversation Cafe' Wednesday

 

'Turnback Tuesday' from 2016 featuring downtown Derby decorations in 1940s

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features a festive, holiday-themed photo of downtown Derby, looking east on Main Street and taken near the Elizabeth Street intersection.

The first break between buildings on the left is Minerva Street and off in the distance, you can see the Farrel-Birmingham Co. building. To the right is approximately where Woolworth's was located.

This photo is thought to be circa the 1940s. Our utmost thanks to local historian Rob Novak for providing this unique photo and information.

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

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton to hold scam awareness program

 

Where: Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St., Shelton

When: 6 p.m. Jan. 18

Register online: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661&BranchID=826&Branch=Plumb%20Memorial%20Library&EventID=512624&PK=

Or call 203-924-1580.

Plumb Memorial Library will be offering a program on Scam Awareness and How to Avoid It.

Join Kris Patel as he outlines many ways to not be scammed while doing everyday Internet searches and shopping.

Some of the topics that will be covered are:

Scam Statistics

Why Scammers Target Seniors

The 5 Main Types of Scamming

Other Popular Scams

Scam Prevention

What to do if You are Scammed

A computer is not required for this class.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Derby Public Library offers games for teens on YA Wednesdays in January

DERBY - Derby Public Library invites young adults ages 12 to 17 to YA Wednesdays, Teen Game Time from 6-7:30 p.m. Jan. 3 and 17.

Sony PlayStation Four (PS4), Nintendo Wii, and tabletop games are available. 

Light refreshments will be provided. 

For more information stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org .

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

Klarides-Ditria: CT establishes 'Bring Me Back Home' registry

Caring for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive issues can be difficult, and frightening if contact is lost with them, even temporarily. For many older individuals with cognitive issues or disorientation, wandering is a very dangerous and potentially life-threatening concern. According to the Alzheimer's Association, wandering can happen at any time of the day or night and individuals with Alzheimer's disease or dementia have a 6 in 10 chance of wandering. Fortunately, Connecticut's local and state law enforcement agencies have made it a priority to reduce these instances and have initiated the Bring Me Back Home Program, a voluntary registry for vital information to help law enforcement respond quickly to missing person reports. This voluntary registry is for "all members of the community whose cognitive challenges may lead to confusion and disorientation, and who are at risk of wandering or getting lost." If you or someone you know is caring for an individual who may wander, I hope you'll consider this important program.  Please share this information with anyone who you feel it may benefit. From the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection: Bring Me Back Home Program Bring Me Back Home is a registry for Connecticut residents which allows law enforcement access to information to assist in the recovery of missing or wandering persons. The provided information and photo, accessible through the COLLECT criminal justice and safety system, helps first responders and families reunite with individuals living with cognitive challenges, such as Dementia or Autism. This information is confidential and secure and can only be accessed by law enforcement personnel in an emergency. How does Bring Me Back Home work? A family member or guardian registers their person with cognitive challenges through the link, or in person, at your nearest police department.  This information is now part of the statewide Bring Me Back Home registry. Law enforcement officers will have access to the confidential and secure information and respond appropriately. When the person wanders or is missing, individuals should call 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY, and indicate that they are registered with the Bring Me Back Home program. How do we register? You can sign your loved one up for BMBH by clicking the registration link below. Register or Login to Bring Me Back Home

Sincerely,

Griffin Hospital honors nurse with prestigious DAISY Award

Christine Finerty, RN./ Contributed photo

DERBY - Griffin Health recently honored Christine Finerty, RN, of Bridgeport, with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.

The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate care nurses provide patients and families every day. 

Winners can be nominated by patients, patients’ family or friends, or fellow caregivers for their exemplary care.

Finerty, a nurse at The Childbirth Center at Griffin Hospital, was nominated by a patient for her understanding, responsiveness, and patient-centered care.

“Christine was my nurse when I arrived to labor and delivery the morning of my induction,” the nomination for Finerty stated. “I was experiencing a lot of anxiety from the moment I woke up that morning and when I met Christine I told her about this. Throughout my induction she was super supportive and walked me through each step. When my induction turned into an urgent C-section, I immediately turned to her and asked if she was going to be in the OR with me. When she said yes, I felt such a great relief. Her attention to detail to my physical and emotional state did not go unnoticed. She truly demonstrates what it means to be an excellent nurse to both mother and baby.”

Information about the DAISY Award is included in Griffin Health patient information packets and nomination forms are available online and at all Griffin Health locations. 

The award recipients are chosen by a committee at Griffin and the award is presented throughout the year. 

For more information, visit griffinhealth.org/daisy.

About The DAISY Foundation

The DAISY Foundation is a not-for-profit organization, established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, by members of his family. Patrick died at the age of 33 in late 1999 from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), a little known but not uncommon auto-immune disease. DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System. The care Patrick and his family received from nurses while he was ill inspired this unique means of thanking nurses for making a profound difference in the lives of their patients and patient families.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital. 

Make your own reindeer food at The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library

Ansonia Library photo

ANSONIA - The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library's Make Your Own Reindeer Food bar is open and we welcome you to come down and get yours while you can!

It will be available until 11 a.m. Friday. The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

This is shared from the Ansonia Library Children's Room Facebook page.