Recuperation journey 2.0: Looking at the sky

 Nature gave us a beautiful sunset today after giving us too much white this week.

Derby Public Library offers annual scholarship; essay required

As Derby High School seniors begin applying to colleges and universities we would like to remind students that the Derby Public Library Annual Scholarship is open for submissions!

The theme of this year's essay is “The Role of Libraries In My Life.”

Tell us how libraries have made an impact on your life and submit by April 3. We encourage students to write from the heart in their own words. We're excited to see what stories you all have to tell us! Good luck!

High school seniors may submit entries to the attention of the Library Director, Marianne Smertiuk at dplreference@biblio.org

Griffin Hospital in Naugatuck to hold open house for practical nursing

 

NAUGATUCK - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host an open house for its rewarding Practical Nursing program March 5 from 5-7 p.m. at the school’s Naugatuck campus, 1186 New Haven Road.

The school’s 14-month PN Program offers an exceptional teaching experience at the only hospital-based program in the state of Connecticut.

With knowledgeable and experienced teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses and real-world clinical rotations at Griffin Hospital, Stamford Hospital, Masonicare, and Gaylord Hospital, the PN program prepares new nurses to thrive in a multitude of complex clinical practice settings.

The 6,000-square foot Naugatuck Campus is designed to provide the school’s PN students with an experiential learning environment featuring state-of-the-art simulation technology that is incorporated in realistic laboratories for nursing students to practice as if they are in actual clinical situations. The experience enables a smooth transition from classroom to the practice setting, and from student to proficient caregiver.

The PN program is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing and has a 100% licensure test pass rate, leading many graduates to immediate job placement. The school can also connect students with several academic funding opportunities upon request.

Reservations are required by calling 203-732-1276 or emailing PNprogram@griffinhealth.org.

About the School of Allied Health Careers
Approved by the Connecticut Office of Higher of Education and the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers offers advanced hands-on training and personalized teaching in its Practical Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Medical Assistant, and Phlebotomy programs. 

The school has helped graduates achieve a high rate of success on national certification exams and has a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and medical practices.
Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. 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/school.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton to hold winter clothing drive

 

Nominations sought for members of Derby Hall of Fame

Shared from Derby 350 Facebook page:

"We've been posting information looking back at the current members of the Derby Hall of Fame, but it's also time to look forward and to think about new members of the Hall.

"The committee will be meeting soon to select new members in time for Derby's 351st birthday on May 13, and they are always looking for new nominations.

"Check out the criteria for membership and submit your own nominees for the 20th anniversary class at https://electronicvalley.org/derby/HallofFame/index.htm "

Derby Neck Library to show movie 'Cinderella' Thursday

Family Movie Night Tomorrow!
Our family movie night got cancelled two months in a row, so we are bringing it to you Thursday, February 26 at 4 p.m.!
Bookflix is a Family Fun Night that shows movies based on books for the whole family, providing a movie theater experience complete with popcorn, drinks, and snacks, free of charge!
Drop in tomorrow at 4 p.m. to watch this month's film, the 1997 Rodgers and Hammerstein adaptation of Cinderella.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave., Derby. 

Seymour Oxford Food Bank seeks volunteers for new shifts

Join us at Seymour Oxford Food Bank and make a difference in our community! We’ve opened up several new shifts on new days to help us keep up with our growing demand.

Head on over to our sign up form here: https://signup.com/mobileweb/2.0/vspot.html...