Save the date: Salvation Army to host recognition breakfast in Ansonia

My husband, Ralph, and I are members of the Greater Valley Salvation Army Advisory Board and our small but dedicated group is planning the third annual recognition 
breakfast.

It will be held on April 28 at Molto Bene Italian American Kitchen, 557 Wakelee Ave., Ansonia.

Update: We are pleased to announce that
Diane Stroman, executive vice president, TEAM, Inc. will serve as mistress of ceremonies, and James E. Ryan, President, Shelton Economic Development Corp., will be our guest speaker.

Please save the date and plan to join us! 

And stay tuned for further details.

Prom for senior citizens planned in April at Ansonia High School

Tickets are available at the senior center.


Sharing this information from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Shop run by nonprofit in Derby cuts prices to assist needy

Sharing message from St. Vincent De Paul Helping Hands of the Valley

DERBY - The nonprofit St. Vincent De Paul runs a thrift shop featuring rock-bottom prices. All proceeds are used to support a food bank that assists needy Valley residents year-round.

In a message today, shop manager Cindy Barbian writes: "We are having a big end of winter sale, spring is right around the corner and we need to make room, so out with the old.

The shop at 237 Roosevelt Drive, Derby.

 The sale continues next week. We have all adult and children's clothing for $1, with the exception of winter coats, they are $2.

"All shoes $1 and boots are only $2, and all scarves and mens' ties are 50 cents. Books and VHS tapes are buy one, get one free. 
"We also have a large selection of housewares, bric a brac and our beautiful furniture room to browse.
"Forget those high priced stores at the mall, St. Vincent De Paul has it all.
"We are accepting all donations, small and large. [If you] have furniture in good condition call to schedule a pick-up, we are not allowed (insurance) to enter the home, but can pick up in garage, [on] deck, or [in] driveway."

The shop and food bank are at 237 Roosevelt Drive. 
For information call 203-734-7577.