Ansonia Traveling Market Place debuts at Hilltop Hose Company

Renee Simpson, owner, 4 Pearls Desserts of North Haven, was one of the vendors Wednesday at the Traveling Market Place held at Hilltop Hose Company #5. She said because of the hot weather she was keeping the rest of her baked goods in a refrigerated case. 

Elizabeth Anderson, owner, Lizzie's Corner Consignment and Gifts on Bank Street in Seymour, also set up shop at the market place.

There is still time to get there today. The market closes at 7:30 p.m.


Next week the Ansonia Traveling Market Place will be held in the parking lot of Nolan Field.

Plans rolling along for CDR Wheel-A-Thon in West Haven

WEST HAVEN - The Center for Disability Rights is a great organization that seeks to promote independence for people facing physical and intellectual challenges.

My husband, Ralph, and I have been members for more than 20 years, and he has served in several capacities there, including as President of its Board of Directors. 

The nonprofit will hold its 11th annual Wheel-A-Thon July 26 at Savin Rock Conference Center, 6 Rock St.

The Valley communities of Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour, and Shelton are part of CDR's catchment area.

I'm sharing the PDF link here to a special Valley Voice highlighting the fundraiser.

Griffin Hospital in Derby to host talk on complementary medicine techniques

The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital will host a free discussion on complementary medicine techniques and a hands-on demonstration July 27./Contributed photo

DERBY - The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St. will host a free discussion on various complementary medicine techniques applied at the hospital and a hands-on demonstration July 27 from 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Planetree Services Supervisor at Griffin Hospital Laura Murphy will host “Experience Complementary Medicine,” a conversational and experiential program about what complementary medicine means, how it works, and a demonstration of Soft Touch Therapy that includes hands-on training in the technique.

This program is part of a series of free, educational forums hosted by the Community Health Resource Center in an effort to help improve the health of the community.

To register or for more information, call Kerry or Deborah at 203-732-7399.

The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital is a traditional library that provides an array of medical and health information, including a large collection of easy to read health and lifestyle related materials. 

The Center is open to the public to educate themselves on ways to enhance their well-being, prevent illness and play an active role in decisions about their health.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital. 

Crisco applauds renaming of scholarship program to honor lawmaker

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy signs legislation Tuesday renaming scholarship program to honor retiring lawmaker. / Submitted photo

HARTFORD - State Sen. Joseph J. Crisco, Jr., D-Woodbridge, Tuesday joined Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman, state Rep. Roberta Willis, D-Lakeville, and other dignitaries at the Governor’s Capitol Office for the ceremonial signing of Public Act 16-179 - An Act Concerning the Governor’s Scholarship Program. 

Signed by the Governor, the law officially changed the program’s name to the Roberta B. Willis Scholarship Program, in honor of the longtime state representative who will retire at the end of her current term.

“In the 16 years she has served in the House, Rep. Willis has never wavered from her goal of advancing quality legislation that improves access to higher education, and I am proud to have served in the General Assembly with her,” said Crisco. 
“Connecticut’s children and students have a brighter future due to her tireless efforts to advance causes related to education, and years from now, her commitment will be remembered each time a student applies for a scholarship through the Roberta B. Willis Scholarship Program. Her advocacy is matched only by her humility, and today’s ceremony was a remarkable moment to commemorate a remarkable career.”

The program, now known as the Roberta B. Willis Scholarship Program, is the state's financial aid program for Connecticut residents who attend a public or independent higher education institution in the state.

“This scholarship program is so important to Connecticut’s students, and I hope this news encourages more students to apply for funding to help advance their education,” Crisco said.


This is a press release from Crisco's office.

4th annual kickball fundraiser planned in Beacon Falls to fight ALS

BEACON FALLS - A local resident is planning the fourth annual kickball tournament to raise funds to support families struggling with ALS. 

Ryan Matthews' mother, Susan Matthews, died from the degenerative motor neuron disorder in 2011. She was diagnosed with ALS in 2009. He founded The Susie Foundation in his mother's honor.

Read all about the Aug. 6 fundraiser in a story written by New Haven Register correspondent Jean Falbo-Sosnovich.

Derby Public Library offers resume workshops

DERBY - The Derby Public Library offers Resume Workshops on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

Participants are welcome to either start from scratch or bring copies of their existing resumes, cover letters as well, for review and optimizing.  

Often times a new resume can be created simply by making a number of subtle tweaks versus a whole new change.

The next class will be held at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 3.  

Registration is not required.  
For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth

St.,call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org. 


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

Valley Arts Council to host 'Midsummer Night's Dream' exhibit at gallery in Derby