Vendors sought for annual Ansonia Harvest Festival Sept. 26

 

St. Joseph Church to hold annual festival Sept. 20 in Ansonia

 

Beacon Falls block party Saturday to celebrate America's 250th

 

Shelton PD to host National Night Out for community Tuesday

 

Tomorrow is the day to celebrate Christmas in July at Ansonia event

Join Traveler On A Mission for our annual Christmas in July, a FREE community event that brings families together for a day of food, fun, resources, and giving!

Whether you're looking to connect with local organizations, enjoy a delicious meal, or make memories with your family, there's something for everyone.

 What to Expect:

 FREE Hot Meal
 Pictures with Santa
 Games & Family Activities
 Free New Clothes Giveaway
 Free Toys
 Free Household Items
 Community Resource Fair featuring local organizations and services

This event is designed to support our community while creating a fun, welcoming atmosphere for all ages. We invite everyone to come enjoy the day, learn about available resources, and celebrate the spirit of giving—right in the middle of summer!

 Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
 Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
 Location: 96 Central St., Ansonia

A special thank you to our generous sponsors:
 Relish Restaurant
 Palma Restaurant
 Mima's Jamaican Kitchen
 Valley Community Foundation

Their support helps make this event possible and allows us to serve our community with dignity and care.

Admission is FREE! Invite your family, friends, and neighbors—we can't wait to celebrate with you!

Traveler On A Mission
"Dignity isn't optional. It's part of the plan." 

Derby Elks Lodge #571 to sell food Thursday at fireworks show

 

Shared from the Derby Elks' Facebook page.

Traveler on a Mission to host Christmas in July fun at Ansonia event

 

Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire returns to Warsaw Park in Ansonia

 The Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire returns for our milestone 15th Season! 

 SAVE THE DATES
June 27-28
July 4-5
July 11-12

MFRF CONCERT & FIRE SHOW
ONE NIGHT ONLY: Saturday July 11! 

Tickets on sale now at www.mfrenfaire.com/tickets

Join us for a weekend of merriment, fantasy, and fun, with incredible performances featuring live combat, music, magic, and so much more.

Watch our scenario cast perform MFRF’s own original storyline with a grand melee at the end of the day!

 Shop with our wonderful merchants selling a unique array of handmade goods, including Renaissance and fantasy clothing, art, jewelry, soaps, leather goods, and more!

 Visit our food court for a tasty treat! With a wide variety of food vendors offering delicious meals, there’s something for everyone!

 Stop by our games area and test your skills at the Proving Grounds with axe throwing, knife throwing, archery, and Fight the Knight!

 Indulge in delicious beverages from one of our Pub tents, the Crow’s Nest and the Flyppin Byrd Tavern! Walk around the shire while enjoying your beverage, or have a seat in the Tavern and enjoy live entertainment with your drink!

Stay tuned for our themed weekends announcement.

 For Advance Tickets and more information, visit: www.mfrenfaire.com

Karaoke fun at Chifrijo's in Ansonia to benefit Salvation Army Greater Valley

 

Karaoke fun at Chifrijo's in Ansonia to benefit Salvation Army Greater Valley

 

Event at Ansonia Senior Center May 9 to benefit Ansonia Animal Shelter

Sharing from the Ansonia Police Department Facebook page:

 This is the kind of Saturday plan you don’t want to miss! 

The Ansonia Animal Shelter is hosting a Woman’s Day Event filled with local vendors, sweet treats, and family-friendly fun, all for a great cause supporting the animals in their care. 

Stop by, shop small, and enjoy everything this special event has to offer. 

So please come down to grab some treats and support the Ansonia Animal Shelter. 

Then head to the Emmett O'Brien Car Show [at 141 Prindle Ave.] for an enjoyable day of treats and fun! 

Support your community, support your shelter, we hope to see you there!

Community Cook-Off April 25 at Warsaw Park in Ansonia to benefit TEAM, Inc.

 

Purple Pantry in Ansonia stocked with food

ANSONIA - The Purple Pantry is stocked with some delicious food to help you through the upcoming storm! 

Stop by and grab what you need to keep your family warm, nourished, and prepared. Stay safe and take care of one another.

Shared from the Valley YMCA Facebook page. 

Explore, enjoy culinary adventures at Derby Neck Library sessions

From viral bites to bold new flavors - explore the food and drinks everyone is talking about.
We're kicking off a new culinary adventure for adults at Derby Neck Library! 

Our first session on Monday, Feb. 2 at 4:30 p.m. will focus on dirty soda. Registration required! Ages 14+ only, please.

Shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Save the date: Car show on tap May 9 at O'Brien Tech in Ansonia

 

St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop in Derby posts this week's sales

Sharing from the nonprofit's Facebook page:

"We are all feeling a LOT these days and GRATITUDE to all the kind souls supporting us is at the TOP!

"This includes our incredibly devoted volunteers and staff.

"We are continuing to increase our appointments and need good food to fill our outgoing grocery bags! We ask those in-need for your patience as we return the record-breaking numbers of phone messages as fast as we can."

Valley United Way shares local food support locations

 

Salvation Army in Ansonia to host Fall Harvest Festival Thursday