Recuperation journey: At the Ansonia Nature Center

It was a beautiful morning to visit the Ansonia Nature Center. 

Our group of eight enjoyed a peaceful walk ~ I won't post the group pic without their permission!

Historic Bank Street in Derby subject of 'Turnback Tuesday'

Turnback Tuesday looks at Bank Street, Derby. As you can see, it has a dirt road with hitching posts for horses and a stone step for carriages. Shutters were actually used, and not just for decoration.

The houses at 39 and 51 Bank St. are still there. #45 has been replaced with a newer model. On the left is where the now-Franklin School Apartments are located.

Image courtesy of The Berman family.

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

Schmoozapalooza tabletop expo slated Sept 27 at Trumbull Marriott

SchmoozaPalooza is back and now with more Chambers - which means more opportunities to network!

Brought to you by the Bridgeport Regional Business Council, Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce, and the Monroe Chamber of Commerce, SchmoozaPalooza is all about business in action and making connections.

Join area business professionals as they gather for networking in a spacious exhibit area at SchmoozaPalooza. 

Bring your coworkers, clients, and friends to preview the latest products and services from exhibitors in a fun and casual networking environment. 

The afternoon will also include music, cash bar, giveaways, and food tastings from some of the area's best restaurants, caterers, and others.

Fee to exhibit - For more information and/or table reservation form: Contact your participating chamber representative.

Free to Attend
Over 70 Exhibitors
Food Samples
Fun Door Prize
Music
Giveaways
Free Ample Parking

PLEASE NOTE: EXIBITORS MUST FILL OUT SEPARATE APPLICATION FORM.

The online registration link from this event listing is for attendees only.

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Seymour Events Committee planning annual Holiday Parade

 

Sharing Turnback Tuesday memory from 2017 about local newspapers

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features Derby's early newspapers. The Derby Journal was the city's first paper and began publication in 1846 with the office located at 139 Main St. During its time, The Journal underwent several name changes including The Derby Transcript in 1867. The paper again changed its name in 1889 to The Evening Transcript. Eventually the company was shut down in 1902, leaving The Evening Sentinel as the Valley's only local newspaper until that, too, folded in 1992.

This image was taken in the mid to late 1860s.

The building still remains and fortunately, Derby Public Library has most of The Evening Transcript available on microfilm from 1848 - 1890.

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

Doo wop concert on tap Oct. 7 at Holy Rosary Church in Ansonia

 

Shared from the Church's Facebook page.