From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: Holiday decorations in Derby

 

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features a festive, holiday-themed photo of downtown Derby. The view is looking east on Main Street and taken near the Elizabeth Street intersection. The first break between buildings on the left is Minerva Street and off in the distance you can see the Farrel-Birmingham Co. building.

To the right of the photo is approximately where Woolworth's was located. This photo is thought to be circa the 1940s.

Our utmost thanks to local historian Rob Novak for providing this unique photo and information.

[First posted on this date in 2016.]

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

Derby Historical Society to hold Twelfth Night celebration at Humphreys House

 

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

My view at 4:20 p.m. today.

Derby Public Library open as warming center today

Hi there! If you're looking for a cozy spot to stay warm, Derby Public Library is a Warming Center open and ready to welcome you. Whether you're escaping the cold or just need a place to relax, we offer a friendly environment where you can feel at ease.

Come on in, make yourself comfortable, have some hot chocolate and enjoy the warmth. We're here for you!

Derby Public Library is available during opening hours on Monday, Dec. 22 [today] from 9 a.m to 8 p.m.

Anyone in need of overnight shelter is urged to call 211 or visit 211ct.org for a list of locations.

Shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Griffin in Oxford to offer free diabetes prevention program

OXFORD - The Griffin Center for Healthy Living will host a session of Living Healthy to Prevent Diabetes, its free diabetes prevention program this January to help empower individuals to lower their risk for the chronic health condition.

This six-week program helps individuals develop a structured lifestyle change program that can cut the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 58%, and, with sustained behavior, continues to lower risk for years to follow. At weekly meetings, Diabetes Care & Education Specialist Mary Swansiger, RN, CDCES, will guide participants in learning about healthy eating, weight management, physical activity, coping skills, healthy lifestyle goal setting and stress management.

There will be a session on Tuesdays Jan. 27, Feb. 3, 10, and 24, and March 3 and 10 from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Griffin Health Center for Healthy Living, Quarry Rock, 300 Oxford Road.

This free wellness program is part of Griffin’s commitment to improve community wellness through free education, guidance and assistance in preventing and managing chronic disease. Griffin’s mission is to empower individuals to make choices that change their lifestyles for the better, and to go beyond caring for individuals when they are not well by building a meaningful relationship, guiding, and coaching them to maximize their quality of life.

Register at www.griffinhealth.org/living-healthy-to-prevent-diabetes or contact The Griffin Center for Healthy Living coordinator at 203-732-1369 to sign up or for more information.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.