Griffin Health to hold 5K walk/run Saturday to benefit Center for Cancer Care

 IT'S 5K WEEK! Hope to see you Saturday!

Take steps to make a difference in the lives of local cancer patients at the Annual 5k Walk/Run to benefit the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital on Saturday, Oct. 24.

This fun, non-competitive event will help bring advanced radiation therapy technology to the Lower Naugatuck Valley community, expanding access to leading-edge treatment and ensuring patients receive exceptional cancer care-close-to-home.

To register or for more information, visit griffinhealth.org/5k or find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Griffin.Hospital.WalkRun.

Community movie night slated Saturday at Chatfield Park in Seymour

 

Seymour Congregational Church to host Snowflake Fair Nov. 7

 

'Turnback Tuesday' features Hotckiss Hose Company of Derby

Turnback Tuesday is reminding everyone of the Hotchkiss Hose Co. of Derby.

This fire company was formed on June 7, 1837 which makes this the oldest fire company in Derby. It was started by Edward Shelton, Julius Hotchkiss, Ephraim Curtiss and Edward Lewis with Frank Gates as the first captain. The first location was on the corner of Third and Minerva. Since the 1970s their location is David Humphreys Road across the street from Bradley School.

The Derby Public Library has on display till the end of October memorabilia from the Hotchkiss Hose Co. and its members. We encourage you to come and visit this incredible piece of history.

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

Master's Table slates meals in November, December at Shelton church

 

Griffin Health to host Community Health Fair Nov. 12 in Ansonia

The event will feature a flu vaccination clinic, free diabetes and blood pressure screenings, dietary guidance, and wellness information presented by caregivers from several Griffin Health services, including women’s health and breast health.

Attendees can also learn about additional community health services, including HUSKY health insurance information.
The fair is a wonderful opportunity for attendees to learn about Griffin Health’s free wellness programs and its exceptional, person-centered care. It is open to individuals of all ages.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

2-day Harvest Market slated at Red Clover Farms in Seymour