From the archives: Sunset on this date in 2022.
Monday, September 18, 2023
Christ Episcopal Church in Ansonia to sell $5 Halloween costumes
This is shared from TEAM's Facebook page.
Book club at Derby Neck Library to discuss 'Billy Budd'
DERBY - The Evening Book Club at Derby Neck Library will meet at 6:30 p.m. next Monday to read "Billy Budd" by Herman Melville.
Copies of the novella are available at the circulation desk.
The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop in Derby extends sale
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop is located at 237 Roosevelt Drive, Derby.
Hours are 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
This is shared from the nonprofit's Facebook page.
Sharing 'Turnback Tuesday' post from this date in 2018
This week's "Turnback Tuesday" is an oldie but goodie.
This is a picture of the Derby Public Library staff dressed in all their finery for Derby’s 300th celebration in 1975. (l. to r.) Tom Moran, Olga Guilletti, Mrs. Kopp, Mrs. Helen Ahearn (Head Librarian), Joyce Tredinick and Betty Guilletti.
*The City of Derby is now in the process of planning its 350th anniversary celebration!
Seymour Public Library to show 'Asteroid City' Wednesday
SEYMOUR - Join us at 1 p.m. Wednesday 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 "Asteroid City" starring Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, and Tom Hanks. It is rated PG-13 and its duration is 1 hour, 45 minutes.
Summary: Following a writer on his world famous fictional play about a grieving father who travels with his tech-obsessed family to small rural Asteroid City to compete in a junior stargazing event, only to have his world view disrupted forever.
This is shared from a Facebook event page.
Enjoy Afternoon Tea V at Derby Neck Library
DERBY - Meet in our Community Room at Derby Neck Library and enjoy a showing on our large-screen TV followed by a discussion of the episode.
Light snacks and flavored teas are served at each meeting.
We are currently watching "Bridgerton."The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Economic development forum slated Friday at Ansonia Senior Center
ANSONIA - Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City, invites you to join us Sept. 22 for a morning breakfast forum with Mayor David S. Cassetti and his economic development team to discuss the Ansonia economy.
Following welcoming remarks by our sponsor and host, Cassetti will join Sheila O’Malley, Economic Development Director, to review initiatives underway in the City.
This will be followed by a panel discussion featuring local business leaders and developers.
Check-in, continental breakfast from Munch Eatery, tours and networking are 8-8:30 a.m.
Program is from 8:30- 9:15 a.m.
This is shared from a Chamber of Commerce press release.
Derby Police to hold child car seat safety clinic Sunday
Parents and caregivers can come to the Derby PD for an educational inspection and demonstration to ensure that any car seats in their vehicles are properly installed, as well as learn about the laws governing child passengers.
The clinic will be held at the Derby Police Department, 125 Water St. from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Walk-ins to the event are welcome, but appointments are recommended.
For any questions or to schedule an appointment, contact Sergeant DeAngelo at (203) 735-7811.
This is shared from the Derby PD Facebook page.