'Turnback Tuesday' features ice skating history, Housatonic River in Derby

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features the activity of ice skating. 

It is suggested the earliest ice skating started in Finland more than 3,000 years ago. Popularity increased and recreational skating took hold by the 15th Century. 
When local waters froze, adults and children would strap on skates and enjoy themselves. It was a time to socialize with neighbors and friends. This watercolor shows folks of Derby doing just that more than 120 years ago above the Housatonic Dam.

Recuperation journey: Tabletop tree, kitty, and me

I think I'll leave my cute little tree up for a few more weeks. 
It's so cozy to have the colored lights brightening the room after the sun goes down.

Linus surprised me Monday by jumping up on the table, so it was time to take a photo. 

He doesn't bother to jump up very much any more! I guess he only will do it only when the spirit moves him.

Griffin Hospital in Derby seeks nominations for Caring Heart Award

DERBY - The Women’s Heart Wellness Committee at Griffin Hospital is seeking nominations for its Annual Caring Heart Award.

This award is presented to an individual who lives or works in the Lower Naugatuck Valley and has made significant contributions to the heart wellness of an individual or the community at large, and demonstrates a “Caring Heart” by his/her actions and/or volunteerism.

For a nomination form or information on how to make a nomination, contact Eunice Lisk at 203-732-7107 or whw@griffinhealth.org. Nominations must be received by March 16 to be eligible.

The award winners will be announced in April and presented at the Annual Women's Heart Wellness & Caring Heart Award Dinner April 26.

The Women’s Heart Wellness Committee consists of health care professionals, heart patients, and women from throughout the Valley communities. 

The primary focus of the group is to increase heart health awareness among women, empower them to love and save their hearts, and ensure they are provided the means to do so through education and rehabilitation. Membership is open to all interested persons.

Tickets for the Annual Women’s Heart Wellness Dinner and Awards Program will go on sale in February. 

To learn more, become a sponsor or make a donation, contact Eunice at 203-732-7107 or whw@griffinhealth.org.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Recuperation journey: Eggshell saga continues

New Year's resolution: To get photos of a blue jay taking an eggshell off the ground and flying away with it. That would be a great capture.

Meanwhile this morning what did I see? An eggshell stuck in a tree.  
I hope they can retrieve it.  

Ansonia Branch, NAACP to celebrate King at Macedonia Baptist Church

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Branch 2000 of the NAACP will celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at noon Monday at Macedonia Baptist Church, 243 Pershing Drive.  

Everyone is welcome. 
Light refreshments will be served after the program.

Newsletter: Coat drive, Shelton Exchange Club mini-golf fundraiser, more

Dear readers,

The latest Valley Voice newsletter features a coat drive for displaced residents of Puerto Rico, 12th annual Monkey Love Valentine Drive, and more.

Thanks for reading,

Patti and Ralph