Milford Concert Band to perform Aug. 4 on Derby Green

 

Huntington Branch Library to launch mystery book club in September

This book club will meet on the second Monday of ODD months from 5-6 p.m. For each meeting, members read a book that falls within the theme for the month. 

At the meeting each member will have a turn to discuss their book and give the book a star rating out of five. A list of suggested titles will be provided for each theme upon registration, but patrons are encouraged to stop in and ask a librarian for help finding a title!

Our first meeting will be held on Sept. 14; September's theme is locked room/closed circle mysteries.

Register here: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661&BranchID=1000003163&Branch=Huntington%20Branch%20Library&EventID=594754&PK=

'Turnback Tuesday' features ice skates on display at Derby Public Library

Turnback Tuesday brings us back to 1859. The Iron & Steel Works Co. opened in Derby in 1936. William Hawkins Sr. purchased the company and renamed it the Hawkins Manufacturing Co.

They produced carriage axles, springs, and hardware. In April 12, 1859 and June 25,1861 William patented the Shirley Ice Skates. They were produced at the plant in Derby.

This pair of skates in the photo is on display at Derby Public Library. These skates and many other items are part of the America 250th celebration display.

The skates are on loan from the Berman family.

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

Ansonia Police charge Bridgeport man in burglaries on Wesley Street

Renell C. Campbell

ANSONIA - Police reported today that at about 9 a.m. July 25 officers responded to the Wesley Street area following reports of an individual entering parked motor vehicles and a garage.

Upon arrival, an officer observed a person matching the suspect's description entering a nearby residence.

Officers quickly responded, surrounded the residence, safely entered the residence, and located the suspect hiding inside a closet. Items believed to have been stolen from several of the vehicles were recovered nearby.

Renell C. Campbell of Bridgeport was arrested and charged with four counts of burglary in the third degree and two counts of larceny sixth degree. He posted a $25,000 bond and will be arraigned on Aug. 7 at Derby Superior Court.

Ansonia Police thank the residents who immediately reported the suspicious activity and provided information that helped officers quickly locate and apprehend the suspect.

Your willingness to call and report what you see plays a vital role in keeping our community safe. Working together, we continue to make Ansonia a safer place for everyone.

All arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

This is a press release from the Ansonia Police Department.

Derby Neck Library to present Tales and Tunes Thursday

 

Ansonia Library posts August events calendar for kids

 

Backpack Bling

Storytime on a Bus

Children to learn about, create rain sticks at Derby Public Library

 

Children will enjoy a fable set in Africa before creating their own rainstick, a unique instrument that echoes the soothing sound of rainfall. 

Presented by the Regional Water Authority, this hands-on program combines storytelling, music, and creativity for a fun-filled experience!

Recommended for school aged children & older (geared for ages 7+).
Registration required to reserve supplies.
Please register each child separately so we know how many friends to expect!

https://derbypubliclibrary.libcal.com/calendars?cid=21324...

Derby Public Library is at 313 Elizabeth St., Derby.