Friday, December 20, 2024
Seymour Congregational Church to host Blue Christmas worship service
"No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here. Please join us. You matter. You are loved.
"Special music will be shared by Stephen Peter Rodgers and Sean O’Reilly."
This is shared from the church Facebook page.
From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: Holly plant, symbol of Christmas
Turnback Tuesday looks at the ever-popular plant: holly.
Holly is a shrub-like tree that can grow up to 15’ tall. The female plant produces the beautiful red berries that are a favorite of cedar waxwings and robins as well as a great nesting plant for birds in the winter.
The holly tree was beloved and respected in Celtic mythology, and the Druids regarded it as a symbol of fertility and eternal life.
The Romans associated holly with Saturn, the god of agriculture and harvest.
Today, the holly is a symbol of Christmas. It has taken a respected place in decorating for the holidays.
[This was first published on this date in 2022.]
Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting history each week.
Huntington Branch Library slates Toddler Time sessions in January
Toddler Time
Location: Huntington Branch Library, 41 Church St., Shelton
Days/Times: Thursdays Jan. 2, 16, and 30 from 11-11:30 a.m.
Children ages 3-5 years and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Leanne at the Huntington Branch Library for a story, a craft, and some music and movement.
Each child must be registered individually, with the name of the caregiver provided.
Registration for each date:
January 2: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661...
January 16: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661...
January 30: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661...
This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.
Ansonia fire companies ready for Popcorn Ball Sunday
From the City of Ansonia Facebook page:
We have some much anticipated information from our Ansonia Fire Departments for Popcorn Ball Sunday, this Sunday, 12/22.
Company #1, Fountains, one truck starting about 10:15 a.m., covering the West Side.
Company #3, Webster Hose H&L Co. #3, will start two trucks at 10:30 a.m., in their neighborhood.
Company #4, Charters Hose Co #4, will have two trucks that will stay together in the 4th Ward, beginning at 10:30 a.m.
Company #5, Hilltop Hose Company # 5 will be starting two trucks at 8:45 a.m. and Company #6, Eagle Hose & Hook & Ladder Co. # 6 will also start two trucks at 10-10:30 a.m. in the North End.
Be aware of the sounds of the firetrucks blowing their horns as they come closer to your neighborhoods.
These fine volunteer firemen and women do their best to reach each and every child waiting to receive popcorn balls. Remember to keep your children safe and stay out of the roads.
The firemen and women have been practicing their throwing skills all year for this special day! Please share this information!