'Turnback Tuesday' highlights Derby's 300th celebration parade

Turnback Tuesday brings an image from Derby’s 300th celebration in 1975.

The image was taken during the parade held on June 8, 1975, which started at 1 p.m. on Old New Haven Avenue (Route 34).

It followed its way to Elizabeth Street to Seymour Avenue to Division then Chatfield Streets, ending at Ryan Field. It boasted that the parade was 5 hours long, and the route was approximately 4 miles.

The Redwood East Steak House in the background was owned by Bill Grant. It seems from our research that this restaurant was only open for a short period of time while the celebration of Derby’s 300th was happening.

The main restaurant was located in Shelton.

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

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Griffin Health to hold Par for Pink fundraiser at Oxford Greens

OXFORD - Griffin Health’s Valley Goes Pink initiative will host its 4th Annual Par for Pink golf fundraiser May 20 at The Golf Club at Oxford Greens.

The fundraiser will feature a 9-hole round of golf starting at 9 a.m. and lunch. Proceeds will benefit The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital.

Sponsorship opportunities range from $100 to $5,000, and foursomes start at $460. In-kind donations are welcome. 

To register or for more information, visit https://onecau.se/parforpink.

Valley Goes Pink is a dynamic initiative supporting The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital. 

Through engaging fundraising events, we unite individuals, schools, organizations, and community groups passionate about breast health. More than just a campaign, Valley Goes Pink is a movement that empowers our community to take action, raise awareness, and make a real impact on the lives of those affected by breast cancer and other breast health concerns.

For more information about upcoming events and about joining the campaign visit griffinhealth.org/pink.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.