St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop in Derby holding 'incredible sale' before shutdown

DERBY - St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop is open *THIS WEEK* Wednesday through Saturday 9:30-2:30 with THIS INCREDIBLE SALE before we close for our 2-week shutdown July 31 - reopening MONDAY AUG. 14 refreshed and restocked!

The shop is at 237 Roosevelt Drive.

This is shared from the organization's Facebook page. 

Klarides-Ditria warns pet owners to be aware of hot asphalt dangers

State Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria says with hot temperatures here for the summer it’s important to be prepared, and that includes making sure your cats and dogs are safe, too. 

Don't let cats or dogs outside without supervision or without checking the asphalt first.

The American Red Cross has the following tips on keeping pets safe, but essentially treat your pets the same as you treat yourself:

• Never leave your pet in a hot vehicle, even for a few minutes. The inside temperature of the car can quickly reach 120 degrees even with the windows cracked open.
• Limit exercise on hot days. Exercise in the early morning or evening hours.
• Walk your pet in the grass if possible, to avoid hot surfaces burning their paws.
• If your pet is outside, make sure they have access to shade and plenty of cool water.
• Water safety is important for your furry friends. Do not leave pets unsupervised around a pool—they aren’t all good swimmers
• Watch your pets at a backyard barbecue. Keep them away from the grill and know that some food can be poisonous to them. Avoid raisins, grapes, onions, chocolate and products with artificial sweeteners.
• Heat stroke is a common problem for pets in the warmer weather. Dogs with short noses or snouts, like the boxer or bulldog, are especially prone to heat stroke, along with overweight pets, those with extremely thick fur coat or any pet with upper respiratory problems.
• Open windows or doors are a temptation for pets to try to get outside. Keep all doors and unscreened windows closed, and make sure screens are tightly secured. 

Some plants in your garden can be hazardous to animals. 

Visit the Animal Poison Control Center to find out which plants and flowers are poisonous to animals.

Sincerely,

Griffin Hospital in Derby seeks musicians for healing arts program

DERBY - Your music talents can provide positive physiological benefits while soothing, encouraging and inspiring hospital patients.

Our unique care philosophy supports the needs of an individual's body, mind, and spirit, resulting in better patient outcomes.

Studies show that music plays a vital role in creating a healing environment for patients, and their families, as well as providing a positive working environment for Griffin caregivers.

Griffin features live piano, string, and wind instrumental performances throughout the hospital daily, and is seeking skilled musicians to join our growing team.

Contact Kathy Browne, Griffin Volunteer Program and Guest Relations Supervisor, at 203-732-7555, or KBrowne@Griffinhealth.org to schedule an audition.

Watch 'Somewhere in Queens' today at Seymour Public Library

SEYMOUR - Join us at 1 p.m. today in the lower level auditorium of Seymour Public Library to watch a movie! Light refreshments will be served.

We'll be showing "Somewhere in Queens" starring Ray Romano, Laurie Metcalf and Jennifer Esposito. It is rated R and its duration is 1 hour, 46 minutes. The Library is at 46 Church St.

Summary: Leo and Angela Russo live a simple life in Queens, surrounded by their overbearing Italian-American family. When their son 'Sticks' finds success on his high-school basketball team, Leo tears the family apart trying to make it happen.

This is shared from the Seymour Public Library Facebook page. 

Griffin School of Allied Health Careers in Derby accepting applications

The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers is accepting applications for the fall semesters./ Contributed photo 

DERBY - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, 300 Seymour Ave., Suite 206 is accepting applications for the fall semesters of its Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy, and Patient Care Technician programs.

The CNA evening program begins Sept. 25 and the day program starts Nov. 13. Phlebotomy starts Sept. 25 and the PCT begins Sept. 26.

The CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed schedule with classes Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or 5-9 p.m. 

CNA content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care. 

The program’s clinical experience will be at Griffin Hospital and a long-term stay facility, totaling 40 hours. After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut. 

The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book and workbook CPR training, clinical rotation and liability insurance. 

The 15-week PCT program requires students to attend didactic and skills review on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and have the option to also take the Phlebotomy program. The PCT program offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the school's fully equipped mock hospital room and during the 80 hours of clinical experience. The course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, clinical rotations and national certification exams.

The 13-week Phlebotomy program is Mondays and Wednesdays either during the day from 9 a.m.- 1p.m. or during the evening from 5p.m.-9 p.m. The program offers 32–40 hours of clinical experience. The course tuition includes lab coats, books, malpractice insurance, CPR certification and a national certification exam fee.

The School of Allied Health Careers has partnered with TEAM, The Workplace, Inc., Meritize, Sally Mae, and Ascent to offer student loans in which applicants can enhance financial obligations.

Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED and is proficient in the English language may apply for admission. The COVID 19 vaccination series is required prior to enrollment.

Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. 

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Master's Table to offer 2 August meals at Assumption Church Hall in Ansonia

 

Learn about beekeeping with The Bee Lady at Derby Public Library program

Catherine Wolko 

Beekeeping & Honey: The Sweet History of Honey (with a Honey Tasting)

DERBY - Derby Public Library will host an engaging and delicious program at 6 p.m. Aug. 2 with Catherine Wolko (The Bee Lady).

She is a second-generation beekeeper and owner of The Humble Bee Honey Company and The Hive @ The Pin, a Honey House and Farm Store in Watertown.

Why do we love honey so much? What makes honey so dark or so light? How many varieties of honey are there? Why does honey crystalize? Why doesn’t honey need to be pasteurized?

Learn the answers to these and many more questions during this fun, informative talk. All attendees will also get to taste (5) varietals of delicious honey from The Humble Bee Honey Company! Everyone who attends will receive recipes, seed catalogs, and a free sample copy of The American Bee Journal.

There will also be a drawing and giveaway for audience members!

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

Don't forget to register at https://bit.ly/3Q8Y1dk.

This is shared from the Derby Public Library Facebook page.