Derby Historical Society to hold Twelfth Night celebration at Humphreys House

 

Center Stage in Shelton to present 'All Shook Up' featuring kids in Grades 3-5

SHELTON - Tickets for All Shook Up - a 30-minute musical featuring young performers in grades 3-5, are now on sale!

Loosely based on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, it’s 1955 and into a square little town rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets.

Featuring mega hits from the beloved Elvis® catalogue this musical fantasy will have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes with such classics as “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Hound Dog,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Don’t Be Cruel.”

Performances include:

November 1 at 7 p.m.

November 2 at 2 and 5 p.m.

Center Stage Theatre is at 54 Grove St.

Get your tickets today at https://ci.ovationtix.com/29405!

Celebrate Twelfth Night Saturday at Humphreys House in Ansonia

 

Celebrate Twelfth Night at David Humphreys House in Ansonia

 

Derby Historical Society to host Twelfth Night celebration Saturday

 

Derby Historical Society features Osborne family, Twelfth Night celebration

DERBY - The Derby Historical Society has just published its January/February newsletter. 

Click HERE to view and download the newsletter featuring the Osborne family history, upcoming educational programs, and more.

This is shared from the Historical Society's Facebook page.

 

Derby Historical Society to host Twelfth Night celebration

 

Save the date: Derby Historical Society to host annual 12th Night Celebration

 

Derby Historical Society in Ansonia to celebrate 12th Night of Christmas

ANSONIA - The Derby Historical Society will mark the end of the Christmas season with our annual Twelfth Night Celebration from noon to 4 p.m. Jan. 5. 

This event features docent-led tours of the General David Humphreys House at 37 Elm St.
Spark up a conversation with one of our historical interpreters as they spin, weave, and cook over the hearth. Try our mulled cider alongside samplings of colonial cookery and other baked goods.
Join us for our annual reading of Dickens' A Christmas Carol at 3 p.m.
Be sure to visit our gift shop to find that unique item.
For more information call 203-735-1908. 
Onsite parking and additional side-street parking available.

There will be music and cheer!

Derby Historical Society to host 'Twelfth Night' celebration

Sharing information from a Facebook event page:

"Please join us as the Derby Historical Society marks the end of the Christmas season with our annual Twelfth Night Celebration. 
"This event features tours of General David Humphreys House by costumed docents. Spark up a conversation with one of our historical actors and take yourself back to an earlier time in American history.
"Try our mulled cider and punch alongside some samplings of colonial cookery and modern day baked goods. There will be demonstrations of colonial skills such as spinning and weaving. 
"We will also have open hearth cooking demonstrations during this event and a Dickens' Reading at 3 p.m. in Lady Humphreys’ Parlor.
"Be sure to visit our Gift Shop to find that unique item. We have colonial toys, locally made candles, history books, and watercolor prints of Derby’s yesteryear.
"For more information call 203-735-1908. Limited parking is available in back of the house. Additional on-street parking is available on nearby Thomas Street."

The Humphreys House is at 37 Elm St., Ansonia.

Newsletter features Ansonia AA bond rating, Twelfth Night celebration

Dear readers,

Today's Valley Voice newsletter features Ansonia's AA bond rating, annual Twelfth Night celebration at the David Humphreys House in Ansonia, and an update on the house renovations.

Thanks for reading and enjoy the weekend!

Patti  

Derby Historical Society to host Twelfth Night celebration

David Humphreys House in Ansonia./ Photo by John D. Poole

ANSONIA - The Derby Historical Society will hold its annual Twelfth Night celebration from 12:30-4 p.m. Jan. 7 at the Gen. David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St. 
Admission is $5 per person.

Join Derby Historical Society members as they mark the end of the Christmas season.
The event features tours of the Gen. David Humphreys House led by costumed docents. 
Enjoy some mulled cider and punch alongside samplings of Colonial cookery and modern day baked goods. 
There will be demonstrations of spinning, weaving, and open hearth cooking skills.
Be sure to stay for a special presentation at 3 pm.
Visit the gift shop to find a unique item. It features toys of yesteryear, local history books, locally-made candles and soaps, punched-tin lanterns, and watercolor prints of Derby from long ago.

For more information call 203-735-1908. 
Limited parking is available behind the house. Additional on-street parking is available on nearby Thomas Street. 
In case of inclement weather call the office or check updates on the Derby Historical Society Facebook page.


This information is shared from a Facebook event page.

Music, food on tap before 'Twelfth Night' performance in Shelton

SHELTON - Valley Shakespeare Festival, the Naugatuck Valley’s only professional theater company, will present its fifth annual free outdoor summer production, Shakespeare’s comedy “Twelfth Night, or What You Will,” at 8 p.m. July 13-16 at Veterans Memorial-Riverwalk Park.  
All four performances are free and open to the public, and audiences are encouraged to arrive early at 6 p.m. with blankets and lawn chairs for picnicking and family time.  

The Park is located at 38 Canal St. East, on the banks of the Housatonic River, making it an ideal venue for an outdoor performance under the stars on a soft summer night.
Friday night is “Concert Night” with food trucks and live entertainment featuring Lee Ann Lovelace and George Lesiw prior to the performance courtesy of “Celebrate Shelton.”  

For more information call 203-513-9446 or visit www.vsfestival.org.

This is a press release from Valley Shakespeare Festival.

Derby Historical Society to host 'Twelfth Night' celebration Sunday

David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St., Ansonia./ File photo

ANSONIA - The Derby Historical Society will hold its annual Twelfth Night celebration at the David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St., from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Sunday.
There will be tours of the historic house, samplings of some of the foods that were enjoyed in the 18th Century, and a wonderful Dickens reading at 3 p.m. 
Suggested admission is $5 per person. 
The gift shop will also be open for this event. 

Proceeds will benefit the restoration project of the Humphreys house and The Day in 1762 school program. 

Limited parking is available in the lot behind the house, with additional parking on nearby Vose and Thomas Streets. 
The snow date is Jan. 15.

Newsletter features Seymour Pink, K of C free throw contest in Ansonia, more

Dear readers,

This week's Valley Voice newsletter is out. 

Please click here to read about Seymour Pink, Twelfth Night in Ansonia and more.

We wish everyone a Happy and Healthy 2017.

~ Patti and Ralph

Derby Historical Society to host Twelfth Night celebration Sunday

ANSONIA - Sample some colonial favorites and modern day dishes during the Derby Historical Society's annual Twelfth Night celebration from 1-4 p.m. Sunday at the Gen. David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St.

Humphreys House/Photo from Society's website

In Christian tradition Twelfth Night marks the end of the Christmas season.

Tours of the historic home will be given by costumed docents and demonstrations of colonial cookery will be held. 

The gift shop will be open during this fun event.

Admission is $5.

According to information on the Society's website, money raised will help support the ongoing restoration project on the Humphreys House. The money will be matched 100 percent thanks to a generous matching funds opportunity from the Persbacker Foundation.

'Twelfth Night' marked in Ansonia

Historical society hosts annual event

Daniel 'Red Bear' Bosques, a Derby Historical Society volunteer, strikes a pose dressed as a rifle man during a 'Twelfth Night' celebration Sunday at the Gen. David Humphreys House in Ansonia. / Submitted photo

ANSONIA - More than 80 people attended the Derby Historical Society's annual 'Twelfth Night' celebration Sunday afternoon at the historic David Humphreys house, 37 Elm St., the birthplace of Humphreys in 1752. 

The event included demonstrations of Colonial skills such as spinning, weaving, and open hearth cooking. 

In Christian tradition 'Twelfth Night' marks the end of the Twelve Days of Christmas. 

The Derby Historical Society, a regional historical society based at 37 Elm St., Ansonia, is dedicated to preserving, maintaining, and celebrating the rich and varied history of the Lower Naugatuck Valley. 

For information about the non-profit organization visit www.derbyhistorical.org.

Derby Historical Society to mark end of Yuletide season

Wishing a Happy and Healthy New Year to all of my readers far and near.

It's Monday morning and I'm sure I'm not the only one looking forward to the weekend.

Wondering if there's a fun, family-oriented, local activity planned next weekend? Look no further than the Derby Historical Society's annual "Twelfth Night" celebration on Sunday.

Today is Jan. 5, and depending on which calendar one follows, it is either the 11th or 12th Day of Christmas. I've read that some say the First Day of Christmas is Dec. 25, while others say the 12 Days of Christmas start on Dec. 26.

In the Christian calendar Jan. 6 is Epiphany, or Three Kings Day.

Whatever you believe, the festivity-filled season is drawing to a close. I for one never want it to end. And who likes taking down decorations? Not I. 

But just think - in 11 short months we'll be doing it all over again!

I'm re-posting information about the historical society's celebration here:

Junior docents photographed in The Keeping Room at the Gen. David Humphreys House in Ansonia. / Contributed photo

ANSONIA - Join the Derby Historical Society as it marks the end of the Christmas season with its annual Twelfth Night celebration from 1-4 p.m.  Jan. 11 at the Gen. David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St.

This event features tours led by costumed docents of the 1698 house, birthplace of Humphreys in 1752.

Spark up a conversation with a historical actor and take yourself back to an earlier time in American history.

Try some mulled cider and punch alongside some samplings of Colonial cookery and modern day baked goods.   

There will be demonstrations of Colonial skills such as spinning, weaving, and open hearth cooking.

Be sure to visit the gift shop to find that unique item. Toys of yesteryear, local history books, and watercolor prints of Derby from long ago are available for purchase.

For information call 203-735-1908.  
Limited parking is available in back of the house.  Additional on-street parking is available on nearby Thomas Street. 

This is a press release from the Derby Historical Society, a regional historical society dedicated to preserving, maintaining and celebrating the rich and varied history of the Lower Naugatuck Valley. 
The Derby Historical Society welcomes all visitors and is also available to support researchers, school or other program needs.  Staff offices are located at the Sarah Riggs Humphreys House, 37 Elm St.  

For more information, visit www.derbyhistorical.org  

Derby Historical Society to celebrate 'Twelfth Night'

Jan. 11 event marks end of Yuletide season

The Keeping Room at the Gen. David Humphreys House in Ansonia. / Contributed photo

ANSONIA - Join the Derby Historical Society as it marks the end of the Christmas season with its annual Twelfth Night celebration from 1-4 p.m.  Jan. 11 at the Gen. David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St.
This event features tours led by costumed docents of the 1698 house, birthplace of Humphreys in 1752.

Spark up a conversation with a historical actor and take yourself back to an earlier time in American history.

Try some mulled cider and punch alongside some samplings of Colonial cookery and modern day baked goods.   

There will be demonstrations of Colonial skills such as spinning, weaving, and open hearth cooking.

Be sure to visit the gift shop to find that unique item. Toys of yesteryear, local history books, and watercolor prints of Derby from long ago are available for purchase.

For information call 203-735-1908.  
Limited parking is available in back of the house.  Additional on-street parking is available on nearby Thomas Street. 

This is a press release from the Derby Historical Society, a regional historical society dedicated to preserving, maintaining and celebrating the rich and varied history of the Lower Naugatuck Valley. 
The Derby Historical Society welcomes all visitors and is also available to support researchers, school or other program needs.  Staff offices are located at the Sarah Riggs Humphreys House, 37 Elm St.  
For more information, visit www.derbyhistorical.org