Friday, November 27, 2015

Ansonia to host Christmas Tree Lighting


Derby Elks open time capsule from 1915

Derby resident George Kurtyka, a 25-year member of the Elks, holds a time capsule from 1915 on Saturday moments after it was taken out of the cornerstone of the Elks Lodge building at 73 Elizabeth St., Derby.


Stay tuned for a story and more photos in the Valley Independent Sentinel.




Talk at Griffin Hospital in Derby to focus on healthy eating for the holidays

DERBY - The Diabetes Education and Support Group at Griffin Hospital will host a free talk about eating healthy for the holidays at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 8 in Griffin Hospital’s Childbirth Education Classroom A, 130 Division St.

Certified Diabetes Educator Mary Swansiger of Griffin’s Community Outreach and Valley Parish Nurse Program, will host “Healthy Holiday Eating.” 


This open talk will discuss how to handle healthy eating at holidays and special events, including the importance of planning ahead, stress management, and making time for physical activity.

The Diabetes Education and Support Group meets September-June on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss the management of diabetes, its challenges and day-to-day dietary concerns. 

All diabetics and their families are welcome to attend. 
No registration is required. 
For more information, call Swansiger at 203-732-1137.


This is a press release from Griffin Hospital. 

Author of local history book to speak at Seymour Library


 *Sharing from the Facebook page of the Office of the First Selectman of Seymour.

Reminder: Derby to hold annual Christmas tree lighting today