Sessions at Derby Public Library to focus on Floods of '55

DERBY - The Derby Public Library, 313 Elizabeth St., holds weekly local history information sessions from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and from 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays.

During this time the Library’s Local History Coordinator offers information on monthly highlighted topics.

August’s topic will be The Floods of 1955. 

The flooding caused by two back-to-back hurricanes that year devastated the entire region.

Assistance also will be available for research on topics such as genealogy, prominent local figures, major area events, and more.

For more information, stop by the Library, call 203-736-1482, or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library. 

CWV Post in Derby to host dinner, movie

DERBY - Catholic War Veterans Post 1562 and Auxiliary will hold their monthly Pasta Dinner and a Movie at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Post, 112 Derby Ave.

Have some pasta, meatballs, salad and dessert for only $6 and if you like, stay for the movie and popcorn.

Bring a new unwrapped toy for the Marines Toys for Tots Program and receive $1 off admission.

For more information call the Post at 203-734-9748 after 1 p.m.