Tuesday, August 6, 2024

Griffin Hospital in Derby to host virtual presentations on bariatric surgery



DERBY - Griffin Bariatrics will offer free virtual presentations on its weight-loss services throughout August and September.


Led by Griffin Hospital Director of Bariatrics Dr. Abe Fridman, these seminars will explain how bariatric surgery can help patients lose significant amounts of weight, enhance their health, and provide long-term well-being. 

Additionally, techniques, support programs, pre- and post-operative expectations, and insurance questions are also discussed.

Upcoming seminars will be held on Aug. 13 at 5:30 p.m., Aug. 21 at 5:30 p.m., Aug. 27 at noon, Sept. 3 at 5:30 p.m., Sept. 18 at 5:30 p.m., and Sept. 24 at noon.


Griffin Hospital established its comprehensive weight loss surgery program, Griffin Bariatrics, to provide a medical solution for patients with more substantial weight loss needs. The long-term success enjoyed by Griffin Bariatrics patients is a result of excellent medical care, including the latest minimally invasive surgical procedures, combined with access to a full range of multidisciplinary services that have been assembled to support them before, during, and after their surgery.

To register, contact Bariatric Care Specialist Kimberly Fisher at kfisher@griffinhealth.org or 203-732-7108. 

For more information about Griffin Bariatrics, visit griffinhospitalbariatrics.com.



This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.


Weather forces postponement of concert on Derby Green; rain date tomorrow

Entertainer Tony Susi 

DERBY - Town Clerk Marc J. Garofalo announced today's concert on the Green featuring Tony Susi has been postponed until Wednesday due to the weather. 


Author reading/book signing at Derby Neck Library postponed


DERBY - The reading and signing for our esteemed reference librarian Pat Sweeney's new biography of Frances Osborne Kellogg, previously scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 8, has been POSTPONED. 

The event will take place on a future date, TBD. Stay tuned for more information!


This is shared from Derby Neck Library's Facebook page.


Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton to host end of summer reading party



Day: Saturday, Aug. 10
Time: 11 a.m .- noon
Location: Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St., Shelton


Children 5 years old and older who have participated in our Summer Reading Program are welcome to join us to celebrate their reading accomplishments as they are educated by Animal Embassy. 

Through this educational program, children and their caregivers will meet a variety of animals that live on land, as well as their relatives that live very different lives under water. 

We'll learn about floating vs. sinking, and we'll discover other adaptations that help these creatures to live beneath the surface or on dry land. 

Caregivers must remain with their children for this program.

Registration is required for children only.
Register by calling 203-924-1580 ext. 5108 or online: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=523200&PK=


This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.


Derby Public Library collecting donations for Ansonia Animal Shelter


DERBY - DPL is partnering with the Ansonia Animal Shelter to collect pet-friendly donations.
- Food and toys can be dropped off in the designated bin next to our circulation desk.
- For monetary donations, please see one of our our helpful staff members.
**Thank you for your support.

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.


This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.