Friday, September 20, 2024
Greater Valley Chamber to host 4th annual PowHERful Conversations in Shelton
Please join us for an exciting morning featuring a lively panel discussion for this special Annual WIN Council Event that benefits their Entrepreneurial Grant Program for women-owned businesses.
The program features an informal panel discussion with a distinguished group of women business and community leaders from our region including: Valeria Bisceglia, Jordan Buchla, Christiana Jones, Clare Murray, Kristin Okesson and Kathy Vass.
Click here to learn more and register now.
This is a press release from the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Museum passes available from Shelton Libraries
Click here for full list of museums and borrowing rules:
https://sheltonlibrarysystem.org/services/museum-passes/
The museum passes are available for a 2-day check-out period.
You must be at least 18 years old and have a valid Connecticut State issued library card to check out a library museum pass.
Seymour Pink seeks volunteer photographers for annual 5K
Are you a photography bug?
Would you like to volunteer to help photograph this year‘s 5K on October 5?
Please reach out to us. We would love to have you be part of this amazing event!
Seymour Pink is a community's fight against breast cancer.
This is shared from Seymour Pink's Facebook page.
From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: Sterling Opera House memories
[First published on this date in 2016.]
Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.
Crosby Commons in Shelton to host healthy aging presentation Sept. 25
SHELTON – Crosby Commons senior living community will host a community education series this fall, beginning Sept. 25 at 3:30 p.m. with “Healthy Aging: Lessons from Those Who Live the Longest,” presented by Neil Anand.
Anand, owner of ComForCare Homecare, will sponsor the event along with Valley Regional Adult Education.
Crosby Commons Independent and Assisted Living Community is on the Wesley Village Campus at 580 Long Hill Ave.
Attendees will gain valuable insight and wisdom from individuals who have achieved longevity and learn about the unique qualities of their living environments.
For more information about the program, or to RSVP, contact Lisa Bisson, Director of Community Outreach at lbisson@umh.org or 203-225-5027. Light refreshments will be served.
For more information about senior living options at Crosby Commons, contact Rhonda Stasulli at 203-447-5454 or rstasulli@umh.org.
This is a press release from United Methodist Homes.
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Seymour Congregational Church coffee house to benefit flood victims
SEYMOUR - Join us from 6-9 p.m. Sept. 27 for a night of fantastic performers at our monthly Coffee House at Seymour Congregational Church.
All donations will be going to TEAM, Inc. to help those affected by the recent floods.
Coffee provided by Higher Self Roasters and treats will be served.
Donate here: https://givebutter.com/TEAMDonate
Shared from the church's Facebook page.
CWV St. Michael's Post 1562 in Derby to host annual family outing Saturday
UPDATE: CARIOLO LOCATED AND SAFE Ansonia Police seek public's assistance in locating city resident, 56
Cosimo Cariolo |
UPDATE: CARIOLO LOCATED AND SAFE
ANSONIA - Ansonia Police are looking for the public’s assistance in locating Cosimo Cariolo, 56, of Ansonia.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the police department at 203-735-1885 or anonymous tips can be left at Tip411 at the link below.
https://www.tip411.com/tips/new?alert_group_id=21553
Learn about birds of prey at Ansonia Nature Center presentation
Oct. 4, 6:30 p.m.
Join A Place Called Hope, a rehabilitation and education center for birds of prey, for this eye-opening PowerPoint presentation with live bird guests.
This program will focus on the hazards of choosing poisons to mismanage rodent nuisance issues. Learn why poisons don’t solve the problem, who benefits from their use, how to apply long-term strategies that solve the issue once and for all, the dangers these methods pose on our health, the health of our domestic pets, our predatory wildlife’s wellbeing, and how you can help others to THINK OUTSIDE THE BAIT BOX.
This program is for mature audiences. Click here to register for this FREE program.
This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature Center, 10 Deerfield Lane.
Police arrest girl, 13, for making threat that closed Ansonia Public Schools
ANSONIA - Ansonia Police received a complaint at about 6:40 a.m. today about a threat to the Ansonia Public Schools posted on social media.
Chief Wayne Williams commends the actions of the Ansonia Police Department’s Patrol Division and Detective Bureau for their quick response and coordinated effort to secure the schools and investigate the threat.
Working in conjunction with the Ansonia Board of Education and Superintendent Joseph DiBacco, we would like to release the following statement to all the parents and guardians:
"Please speak to your children about how to communicate (i.e. email, social media) in an appropriate manner. Please know that all threats to our schools or students are taken very seriously and are investigated thoroughly.
We encourage parents to speak with your child about making the right choices and the potential consequences of their actions.
"Tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 20, the Ansonia Public Schools will resume a regular schedule of classes. We appreciate your help as we work together to keep all of our students safe and help them make positive choices for themselves and our community."
This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.
From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: Derby's 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 on 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 60's. The building still remains and fortunately, Derby Public Library has most of The Evening Transcript available on microfilm from 1848 - 1890.
This was first published on this date in 2017.
Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.
The Bernadettes to perform Friday on the Derby Green
Get ready for an evening of outdoor music - R&B, Motown, Soul, Funk - and fun.
The concert will run from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Bring the whole family down and enjoy some togetherness, fun and fantastic music!!!
Bring a lawn chair or sit on the grass!!! But above all, bring your dancing shoes and get ready for a spectacular evening!!! We’ll see you there!!!
This is shared from a Facebook event page.
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Massaro Farm in Woodbridge to host fall cooking demo Friday
Archaeologist to discuss CT hiking trails in program at Seymour Historical Society
From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: Derby's 300th anniversary memories
This week's "Turnback Tuesday" is an oldie but goodie for today.
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.
This post was first published on this date in 2018.
Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.
Seymour Public Library to serve up fun for kids to learn about food
For more information or to register, please call the library at 203-888-3903.
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Recuperation journey 2.0: Looking at the sky
My view right before sunset today. Looking forward to a partial eclipse of this evening's supermoon.
Watch 'The Boys in the Boat' movie at Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton
Center Stage Theatre in Shelton to present 'Nuncrackers' Christmas musical
Beacon Falls Public Library slates outdoor movie night
BEACON FALLS - Join us for a Community Movie Night! Watch 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' (PG) at the Pent Road Recreation Field.
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.