A sweet way to celebrate my progress

I'm getting better ... I just made chocolate chip cookies.

Chocolate contains potassium, and it has to be limited/avoided on a renal disease diet. 
Now it's OK to have, so I'm celebrating!

'Turnback Tuesday' features original Naugatuck Railroad

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features a photo of the original Naugatuck Railroad before it merged with the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroads in 1906. 
The original Naugatuck Railroad was chartered in 1845, and spanned between Bridgeport and Winsted. Construction began in 1848 and the first train ran in June of 1849. 
This image shows the railroad behind the Hallock family home. 
After the 1955 Flood in Connecticut, the railroad was relocated and ran between Thomaston and East Litchfield.


*Thanks go out to Derby Public Library for sharing this local history!

Visit Osborne Homestead in Derby on CT Open House Day

DERBY - Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s Osborne Homestead Museum will participate in the 13th annual Connecticut Open House Day - a statewide celebration of art, history, and tourism -from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 10. 

During this one-day event, the museum will offer free tours featuring Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints.  

From 1-2:30 p.m. the Kellogg Environmental Center will have a special presentation and workshop on ukiyo-e.  

The ukiyo-e presentation and art workshop will pay homage to this unique Japanese art form and Francis Osborne Kellogg’s collection of ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Learn about the history of ukiyo-e and make your own ukiyo-e—inspired art using paper crafts. 
The workshop is appropriate for all ages.  

All materials will be supplied, and there will be no fee. After the workshop, visit the museum and view its collection of Japanese prints and more Asian-influenced artwork.  

Visitors can also explore the beautiful gardens surrounding the museum.

Connecticut Open House Day is sponsored by the Connecticut Office of Tourism and is designed to broaden awareness among residents of Connecticut’s exceptional art, culture, and history.  

This special day encourages residents to become ambassadors who share their newfound discoveries with visiting family and friends.  

The Kellogg Environmental Center and Osborne Homestead Museum are located at 500 Hawthorne Ave.

Space for the workshop is limited. Call 203-734-2513 or email donna.kingston@ct.gov to register or for more information.  

This is a press release from CT DEEP.

CWV Post 1562 in Derby to host venison/elk dinner

DERBY - CWV Post 1562, 112 Derby Ave., will hold a Venison/Elk and Wild Boar Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Friday.

RSVP required, only limited seating. Admission: $35

Contact the Post, 203-734-9748.


This information is shared from an online community calendar sponsored by The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and The New Haven Independent. 

Sterling Lion Theater Company to stage comedy in Seymour

From Facebook event page:

$10 General Admission

Reservations are suggested for priority seating, but tickets will be available at the door. (Reservations must be paid in advance to hold seats.) 

Knights of Columbus to sponsor variety show at Holy Rosary in Ansonia

ANSONIA - The Knights of Columbus will sponsor a variety show at 6:45 p.m. Saturday at Holy Rosary Church hall, 10 Father Salemi Drive. 
Doors open at 5:15 p.m.

Tickets are $15. 
BYOB; mixers, snacks, coffee, tea will be available.
Entertainment will be provided by a magician, Take Four barbershop quartet, and a comedian. 

For more information and tickets call John Balisciano Jr., 203-735-4293, or jbaliscianojr@aol.com, or Joe Lascari, 203-732-0633. 

Proceeds to support works of charity in the community.




This information is shared from an online community calendar sponsored by The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and The New Haven Independent and a church website.

Griffin Hospital to sponsor survivorship at Relay in Shelton

In addition to supporting Lower Naugatuck Valley’s cancer survivors through its annual 5K Walk/Run, The Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital is proud to be Survivorship Sponsor of the 2017 Relay For Life of Naugatuck Valley set Saturday and Sunday at the Riverwalk in Shelton.

Relay For Life is an overnight walk-a-thon that raises funds for the American Cancer Society’s cancer education and research.

Griffin Hospital recently hosted a dinner for area cancer survivors and caregivers, and is providing support with the event’s survivor recognition activities, including its survivor luncheon at the Relay and the Hope Tent, which offers food, refreshments and free massages for cancer survivors and caregivers.

The Relay For Life of Naugatuck Valley will have entertainment for families for 18 hours and there are many opportunities for volunteer hours. 
Contact Kristen Ostrowski at NVRelayEventChair@gmail.com for more information. 
If you would like to join or support the Relay For Life of Naugatuck Valley, visit relayforlife.org/naugatuckvalleyct.

The Ninth Annual 5K Walk/Run to Benefit the Center for Cancer Care is set for Sept. 30 at the Center, 350 Seymour Ave.,  Derby. 
For more information, visit griffinhealth.org/5K.


This is a press release from Griffin Hospital. 

Ride for Children slated Sunday in Oxford

6th annual Pedal for PCRC

Cyclists participate in last year's event./ Contributed photo

Do you love cycling events? Do you want to support children and families in your community? 
If you said yes, you should join the Ride for Children at Quarry Walk! 

The Ride for Children at Quarry Walk, sixth annual Pedal for PCRC, will be held Sunday. It leaves from Quarry Walk in Oxford. 

Riders can choose from three routes, 15, 32, or 50 miles. Opening ceremonies begin at 8:15 a.m.  

The ride benefits the Parent Child Resource Center, which provides innovative mental health services, prevention, and early intervention programs for more than 1,000 children and families in the Valley and beyond. 

The Ride for Children hopes to raise $60,000 this year! Cyclists are encouraged to form teams and collect donations online. 

Registration fee is $50 per cyclist and includes T-shirt, food, and beverage. 

Register today at www.bhcare.org or call Joy DeMarchis, 203-736-2601 x1856.

The Ride for Children at Quarry Walk is sponsored by Haynes Development and Quarry Walk.

PCRC, a division of BHcare, provides hope and help for children, adolescents, teens, and families struggling with emotional and behavioral issues. 

Visit www.bhcare.org for more information.

This is a press release from BHcare.