Seymour to host 18th annual Downtown Trick or Treat Day

 

Beacon Hose Co. No. 1 annual carnival on tap in Beacon Falls

BEACON FALLS - Come kick off summer at the 2025 Beacon Hose Carnival -- it's Beacon Falls' biggest party! 

Here's the quick info you need to know:

- WHAT: The continuation of a tradition that stretches back to 1963, where we bring together old friends and new neighbors for fun, food, music, rides, and camaraderie -- and admission is free!
- WHEN: Thursday-Saturday, June 26-28.
- WHERE: Beacon Hose Co. No. 1 (35 North Main St., Beacon Falls).
- WHY: Our volunteer fire department and EMS service's biggest annual fundraiser to help fund our many programs, including fire prevention, scholarships, youth sports, holiday celebrations, community events, perks for our volunteers, and more.

Here's what we've got on tap:

- $10,000 RAFFLE: It's back and bigger than ever! The grand prize is $10,000, followed by 29 more cash prizes that bring the prize pool to $19,000. Tickets cost $20 and are currently on sale through the carnival. They can be purchased at the firehouse, through a Beacon Hose member, on our website (link's above, below, or in the event ticket link), at Gabe's Automotive and the Tap House.
- EAT IT UP: We know you love our carnival food! We've got all the classics, plus seafood, fried dough, sausage and peppers, loaded baked potatoes, and more.
- POUR ME SOMETHING: Domestic drafts, craft beers, hard cider, High Noons, and sangria over there at the beer truck!
- FUN FOR EVERYONE: Carnival rides and games from Marenna Amusements, live entertainment all three days on the Ion Bank Main Street Stage and the Riverview Backstage, and a whole lot of fun.
- PARADE: One of the state's biggest parades will come down Main Street on June 28 at 5 p.m.

BUY RAFFLE TICKETS HERE: bit.ly/bhcraffle2025

Shared from Beacon Hose Co. No. 1 Facebook page.

'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.

'Turnback Tuesday' highlights Derby's 300th celebration in 1975

Turnback Tuesday is remembering Derby’s 300th celebration in 1975. 

This year marks the 350th Anniversary for Derby. The image is of Mildred and Louis Pepe. Louis played a judge during the 10-day event for several Kangaroo Courts. He was a 1st ward Alderman for the City of Derby according to the City Directories from 1970 to 1972. 

The image was taken during the parade that was held on June 8, 1975. 

If you recognize anyone in this picture, please let us know so we can update our records.

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

Seymour to hold 17th annual Downtown Trick-Or-Treat Day

 

Beacon Hose Co. 1 annual carnival on tap this week in Beacon Falls

The 2023 Beacon Hose Carnival is back this summer for Beacon Falls' biggest party! 

- WHAT: Continuation of a tradition that stretches back to 1963, where we bring together old friends and new neighbors for fun, food, music, rides, and camaraderie - and admission is free!
- WHEN: Thursday-Saturday, June 29-July 1, from 6-11 p.m.
- WHERE: Beacon Hose Co. No. 1 (35 North Main St., Beacon Falls).
- WHY: Our volunteer fire department and EMS service's biggest annual fundraiser to help fund our many programs, including fire prevention, scholarships, youth sports, holiday celebrations, community events, perks for our volunteers, and more.

Buy raffle tickets here: https://bit.ly/2023bhcraffle

This is shared from the fire company's Facebook page.

Save the date: Beacon Hose Company 1 to hold annual carnival, parade

 

Derby Cultural Commission to host Easter fun for children on Green

 

Recuperation journey: Silly Sunday

Friends and I witnessed a late-December goose parade on the Derby Greenway. 

City to hold parade Saturday honoring state champion Ansonia Chargers

From the Ansonia Chargers' Facebook page:

"Weather looks great tomorrow for the parade honoring the state champion Ansonia Chargers football team.

"Parade starts at 10:30 on Main Street.

"Come out and support this great group of young men!"

Shelton History Center to host old-fashioned harvest fun

 

Beacon Hose Co. #1 readies Summer Palooza and Parade

 

Cassetti announces prayer vigil Thursday in wake of Texas school shootings

This is the text of a call from Mayor David S.

Cassetti Wednesday:

“Good Evening residents of the GREAT City of Ansonia:

I am calling to express my sadness and outrage over the incident that occurred yesterday in Texas. The thoughts and prayers of our entire City are with all of those families involved in this terrible tragedy.

At this time, I believe it is important for us to come together as a community. I can announce that a prayer vigil will be held tomorrow, Thursday, May 26 at 6 pm at Veterans Park, right next to City Hall.

Again, that’s a prayer vigil tomorrow night at 6 pm at Veterans Park.”

“I also want to remind you that Ansonia’s Memorial Day Parade will return this Sunday, May 29, starting at 2 pm. The route will take the parade from Nolan Field to Main Street.

Look forward to a special presentation at the bandstand in front of city hall at about 2:30 pm.

Thank you for your time, and God Bless you and your families.”

'Turnback Tuesday' features Memorial Day history

Turnback Tuesday remembers Memorial Day, or Decoration Day. 

Decoration Day was originally designated on May 30, 1868 with the first celebration taking place at Arlington National Cemetery. 

The purpose was to decorate the graves of those who died in the defense of their country. At the turn of the century, it was designated Memorial Day. 

The tradition continues of honoring those in Derby every Memorial Day by decorating the graves of our fallen soldiers. 

The John J. Collins Post 24 is supplied with flags from the Shelton/Derby Memorial Day Parade Committee. These flags are then distributed and placed by legionnaires and volunteers at the grave markers of those who served in any war in all the cemeteries in Derby. The flags are then collected and properly disposed of by the legion in a Retirement Service & Ceremony. 

This image is a piece of sheet music in Derby Public Library's collection. 

Thank you to Michael Klubek Sr. Post 24 Commander for his help with today's post.

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

Shelton History Center to host Harvest Fun fest Sunday

 

Seymour Culture and Arts to host downtown Trick or Treat Day

This is shared from a Seymour Culture and Arts Facebook group post.

Shelton History Center to host old-fashioned Harvest Fun for families

This is shared from the Shelton History Center Facebook page.

Schedule of events posted for Beacon Hose Carnival and Parade

Schedule

Friday, October 15, 2021

6:30-10:30 p.m.

Live Music: Just Below Me (Ion Bank Main Street Stage)

Saturday, October 16, 2021

4-5:15 p.m.

57th Annual Beacon Hose Parade

5:30-9:30 p.m.

Live Music: Hazzard County (Ion Bank Main Street Stage)

7:30-8 p.m.

Parade Trophy Ceremony (Ion Bank Main Street Stage

Sunday, October 17, 2021

1-5 p.m.

J-Rod Radio Live! (Ion Bank Main Street Stage)

3:45- 4 p.m.

Free Raffle Drawing for Laurel Ledge Kids (Ion Bank Main Street Stage)

4-4:15 p.m.

$10,000 Raffle Drawing (Ion Bank Main Street Stage)

Save the date: Beacon Hose Co. 1 carnival, parade on tap Oct. 15-17

 

Prendergast School to hold end-of-year parade at Ansonia High School