Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Derby Neck Library to host bilingual story time


DERBY - Every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. [at Derby Neck Library] join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages!
You’ll sing songs, listen to stories, and ¡se divertirán mucho!
This program to promote foreign language skills is targeted for ages 3-5, but all are welcome.
No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking here.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave., Derby.

Griffin Hospital nurses recognize pulmonologist as Physician of the Year

Pulmonologist Dr. Roman Spivak, center, received the Physician of the Year Award from Griffin Health Clinical Nurse Educator Ashley D'Agostino-Putetti, MSN, RN, WCC, and Critical Care Unit Clinical Manager Edward Valente, RN, BSN, CCRN, at Griffin Health’s 38th Annual Nurses Week Celebration./ Contributed photo

DERBY - Griffin Faculty Physicians Pulmonologist Roman Spivak, MD, of Shelton, was recently honored as Physician of the Year at Griffin Health’s 38th Annual Nurses Week Celebration.


The Physician of the Year Award is based on voting by the hospital’s nursing staff. In nominating Dr. Spivak, nurses said he consistently exemplifies Griffin’s core values, mission, and vision in his everyday practice caring for both outpatients at his pulmonology office and while treating the critically ill patients admitted to the Griffin Hospital Critical Care Unit.

“Dr. Spivak’s approachable and kind demeanor creates an environment of trust between patients, their families, and the healthcare team,” said Critical Care Unit Clinical Manager Edward Valente, RN, BSN, CCRN. “He takes the time to explain the treatments, options and prognosis - sometimes even drawing pictures and diagrams to ensure everyone has complete understanding of the care the patient will be receiving. His calm and composed demeanor, even in high stress situations, consistently brings reassurance to everyone around him.”


This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.



Seymour Memorial Day Parade kicks off at 11 a.m. Saturday


 

Salvation Army in Ansonia giving away eggs, produce today


Reminder: We are giving away eggs and produce right now until 1 p.m.!!

The Salvation Army is at 26 Lester St., Ansonia. 

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

'Turnback Tuesday' features Derby City Directories


Turnback Tuesday is reminding us of a great resource at the Derby Public Library, the Derby City Directories.
The library has an incredible collection dating back to 1872. These directories are a wealth of information. When doing research about a family member, look up their name and you should be able to find their address and possibly where they worked. They have a fantastic amount of advertising and some include maps.
The library is searching for these missing volumes: the years 1978, 1979, 1982, 1989, 1995 and 2016.
If you have one of these copies and would like to donate please contact Christine Boulay at cboulay@biblio.org.

These three directories in the photo were a recent donation to the library by Alex Fiorelli and added to our collection.

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


Walnut Hill Community Church in Derby to distribute food Wednesday


 

Oxford Nature & Arts Festival slated June 7


OXFORD - The 2026 Oxford Nature and Arts Festival will feature expanded fine arts vendors along both sides of the Oxford Walkway running along Route 67. 

Vendors of all kinds will be displaying and showing off their home-made items and fine art. Are you looking for a local event where you can see art in all its formats? This is your event.

Additionally, there will be entertainment throughout the event. A presentation of reptiles is planned, musicians will be playing, along with other entertainment. If you're an entertainer and would like some exposure, please reach out to us.
There will be an expanded number of food trucks available during the event. The exact number of food trucks is yet to be determined.