The Valley Voice: 04/20/18

Friday, April 20, 2018

Rabies clinic slated at Shelton Farmers' Market

Donate clothing at shop in Seymour, benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters

Recuperation journey: Another closeup at the pond

After taking a second look at my photos from today I realized I had another closeup of geese hanging out in Pickett's Pond in Derby to share.

See previous post here.

Gentile lauds Ansonia opportunity zone nomination

HARTFORD - State Rep. Linda M. Gentile, D-Ansonia/Derby, today welcomed news released by the governor that Ansonia has been nominated as one of the 72 zones across 27 municipalities in the state to participate in the new federal Opportunity Zone Program.

“I am very excited to see that Ansonia made the list,” Gentile said.

“This collaborative work with our local officials and the governor’s office gives us renewed optimism for potential investments that will prove critical to our future development.”

The program seeks to encourage long-term investments in low-income communities by offering favorable capital gains treatment and tax breaks.

“I am very grateful to Rep. Linda Gentile and Sen. George Logan for their support of Ansonia’s Opportunity Zone. This nomination will incentivize developers to invest millions of dollars in private funds in Ansonia’s downtown,” said Mayor David S. Cassetti.

"This nomination boosts our existing effort to attract investment to Ansonia. Attracting new investment has been a cornerstone of the Cassetti administration with our Ansonia Recharged campaign, and the opportunity zone program now gives us the ability to take it all to the next level,” Corporation Counsel John Marini said.

Sheila O’Malley, city grant writer and Economic Development Director said, “I am more excited about this grant than any others we have gotten because there is no way to quantify this for Ansonia. It’s invaluable.”

In February, the governor announced the application process for municipalities that were interested in participating in the program, which is subject to approval of the Secretary of the Treasury.

The program provides a federal tax incentive for investors to re-invest unrealized capital gains into opportunity zones through opportunity funds.

This is a press release from Gentile's office.

Seymour Public Library slates May programs

SEYMOUR - The Seymour Public Library, 46 Church St., has scheduled a variety of fun and educational programs in May.

5/2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and 6/6 – 10:30 a.m. – Lap sit with your baby- books, formative play and music for the 6-24 month child. Siblings are welcome!

5/3, 10, 17, 24, 31, and 6/7 – 10:30 a.m. – Story Hour stories, songs, play, and a craft for the 2-6 year old. Siblings are welcome!

5/3- 4 p.m. – StoryKids’ Book Club for K-Grade 2. Book talks, craft and a snack. Child must have some reading ability.

5/8 – 10:30 a.m.– Lynn Lewis! Music and Movement - singing, dancing, and fun for all ages!

5/9- 4 p.m. – Nutmeggers’ - YA Book Club for Grades 5-8. Book talk, craft, and a snack - features the Intermediate Nutmeg Nominees.

5/10 - 4 p.m. – BookChatters’ Book Club for Grades 2-4. Book talk, craft, and a snack - features the Magic Tree House Series.

5/11,12 - Drop In Craft Table! Create something for Mother’s Day! All day. For all ages!

5/15 - 10:30 a.m. – Science Snoopers ‘Animal Partners’ - Natural science, story, and craft for ages 2 and up. Must be able to sit and listen.

All Programs Are Free! Fun! & Formative!

Some have limited enrollment. Registration is required for all programs.

For information call 203-888-3903, visit us on Facebook, or at www.seymourpubliclibrary.org.

This is a press release from Ann Szaley, Head of Children's Services, Seymour Public Library.

Register now for walk on Derby Greenway to benefit Spooner House

Sharing message from Spooner House:

Calling all walkers, runners, and joggers!

Every year supporters of Spooner House gather together to walk the Derby Greenway in support of the hunger and homeless initiatives at Spooner House.

Join us this year on May 19 for our 21st year of this tradition!
You can choose to form your own team, join a team, or register as an individual.

Registration is $20.
Once registered, participants can set up their own fundraising pages.
The first 150 people to register will receive an event t-shirt and goodie bag.
All participants will be entered into a drawing to win prizes.

The registration page is now open!
Register now
and click "Set Up Your Fundraiser" to join a team or form your own.

Prizes will be awarded for:
-Team with most participants
-Team that raises the most money
-Individual that raises the most money

By joining the Walk for the Hungry and Homeless you are supporting your neighbors in need in the Lower Naugatuck Valley receive food, shelter and support services with the goal of establishing a self-sufficient living situation.

Thank you for your participation!