Yesterday's Headlines program slated at Derby Public Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library welcomes back Rob Novak Jr., local historian, at 6:30 p.m. March 27 to discuss Yesterday’s Headlines.  

Novak has specialized in presenting local history in fun, interactive formats for both general and specific audiences for more than 20 years.  
He is past director of the Derby Historical Society and the City of Shelton’s Municipal Historian.  

In addition, he has authored four books through Arcadia Publications, and has been a popular historical columnist.  

Participants will be taken back to 1917, 1942, and 1967 to see what was happening locally 100, 75, and 50 years ago in the Valley.  

Registration is requested.  
For more information, stop by the Library, 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.

Restaurant opens in downtown Ansonia

Contributed photo

ANSONIA - The Valley Eatery opened its doors this week at 252 Main St., in the former Cafe 252 location.

The restaurant specializes in Spanish and American food. It is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Mayor David S. Cassetti, third from left, welcomes the owners of The Valley Eatery. They are from left, Antony Aviles, Christopher Pagliuca, Natasha Aviles./ Contributed photo

Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti congratulates Natasha Aviles, one of the owners of The Valley Eatery, on the opening of the downtown business./ Contributed photo


This is a press release from the City of Ansonia.

Newsletter features fundraiser for Seymour woman

Dear readers,

The latest Valley Voice newsletter is out. We feature a fundraiser for a Seymour woman, Ansonia's annual Irish flag raising, and more.

Please click here to read all about it. 

~ Patti and Ralph

Wesley Village in Shelton seeks volunteers

A variety of opportunities is available for adults who wish to volunteer./ Contributed photo

Are you an active adult looking for a great way to stay busy while helping others? 

Join our Wesley Village volunteer team! 
Wesley Village is currently looking for active adult volunteers to share their interests and experience with our residents. 

As a Wesley Village volunteer, you could: lead an arts and crafts class, play cards and games, call bingo, cook and bake, share your musical talent, lead a discussion group, share your hobbies and interests, help with clerical tasks, lead a walking group, interview residents for life stories articles, start a book club, visit with a resident one-on-one, lead a spiritual program (prayer group, bible study, hymn sing, etc.), assist with special events, or offer your time and talents in any number of ways. 

Interested adults are invited to apply. Volunteers with evening and/or weekend availability are most-needed at this time. 
If you can commit to volunteer at least two hours a month and would like more information on becoming a Wesley Village volunteer, contact Vicky Dompierre at 203-944-8279 (vdompierre@umh.org) or visit www.wesleyvillage-ct.org.

The Wesley Village Campus is located at 580 Long Hill Ave. and includes: 
Crosby Commons Independent/Assisted Living Community, Wesley Heights Independent/Assisted Living Community, Lifestyle Transitions Assisted Living/Memory Care Community, and Bishop Wicke Health and Rehabilitation Center. 

The campus is owned and operated by UMH, a local, mission-based, not-for-profit organization.

This is a press release from United Methodist Homes. 

Ansonia mayor invites all to Irish flag raising to celebrate St. Patty's Day

Derby Historical Society slates annual meeting at Ansonia Fire Museum

David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St., Ansonia/ Society website photo

ANSONIA - The Derby Historical Society will hold its annual membership meeting from 2-4 p.m. March 26 at the Ansonia Fire Museum, 46 Howard Ave. 

The meeting will begin with an update of the Society, an election of officers, and an update on the David Humphreys House restoration. 
Museum volunteers will lead a tour of the Ansonia Fire Museum. 
Refreshments will be served.

Derby Historical Society membership applications will be available at the meeting. 
Please consider becoming a member or renewing your membership. 
Levels of membership: $15 - college ctudent or service member; $30 - individual member; $40 - family membership; lifetime membership - $250.

Donations are always welcomed.


This information is shared from a Facebook event page. 

Heart Wellness Committee to present awards at brunch at Griffin Hospital in Derby

The Women’s Heart Wellness Committee (formerly Women & Heart Disease) will host its 12th annual Women's Heart Wellness & Caring Heart Award Brunch March 25 from 8:30 a.m.-noon in the Griffin Hospital dining room.

DERBY - The Women’s Heart Wellness Committee will host its 12th annual Women's Heart Wellness & Caring Heart Award Brunch March 25 from 8:30 a.m.-noon at the Griffin Hospital Dining Room, 130 Division St.

The theme of the event is “What’s Your Shelf Life,” focusing on how healthy eating habits can help prevent heart disease. 

The event will feature a survivor speaker, a cooking demonstration, and tips on how to shop for healthier food.

The Women’s Heart Wellness Committee will also present its Caring Heart Awards to an individual and a group, organization or business from the Lower Naugatuck Valley who have made significant contributions to the heart wellness of an individual or the community at large by their actions and/or volunteerism.

Tickets are $25 per person. 

To reserve a seat, become a sponsor, or for more information, call Eunice Lisk, 203-732-7107 or whw@griffinhealth.org.

Heart health awareness

The Women’s Heart Wellness Committee consists of health care professionals, heart patients, and women from throughout the Valley communities. 

The primary focus of the group is to increase heart health awareness among women, empower them to love and save their hearts, and ensure they are provided the means to do so through education and rehabilitation. 

Membership is open to all interested persons.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.