Residents can enjoy reading Charger football history at Ansonia Library

Shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page:

Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti peruses a Chargers' scrapbook.

"A slice of Ansonia football history that was sent to Mayor Dave Cassetti earlier this year by former resident Gary Ewen has been professionally copied, put in a new binder, and is ready for permanent viewing at Ansonia Library.

The book will be available for public viewing beginning Monday June 4.
It is a magnificently chronologically paginated 118-page scrapbook of the first Ansonia football state championship of the 1976 season, as it appeared in mostly the former Evening Sentinel.
The undefeated season culminated with a 6-0 win over rival Derby in the Class S State Championship game.

It also contains nuggets of other gems such as proclamations, scorebooks, photos, and more.

1976 is typically recognized as the beginning of the great run Ansonia has enjoyed with state football championships, now totaling 20 since. Its cumulative record over this span is 450-50, a .900 winning percentage.

The original scrapbooks will be returned to Mr. Ewen, now residing in Florida.

Mayor Cassetti is shown viewing this scrapbook in his office, before turning it over to the library.

In one of the photos, an afternoon home game that season attracted a crowd of more than 8,000.

Unfortunately, how times have changed. Perhaps it’s time to consider Saturday afternoon football games again!!"

Newsletter: Relay for Life in Shelton, students hear anti-bullying message

Sign at Relay for Life at Shelton Riverwalk

Dear readers,

Today's Valley Voice features my coverage of the start of the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life Saturday afternoon at the Shelton Riverwalk. 
It also features a stunt cyclist team's visit to Bungay and Chatfield-LoPresti Schools in Seymour.

Thanks for reading,

Patti

Seymour Recreation to host trip to Belmont Park

BHCare's My Sister's Place in Ansonia now offers online shopping

ANSONIA - My Sister’s Place at 380 Main St. today announced the first-ever online thrift store dedicated to supporting victims of domestic violence and their families. 

“My Sister’s Place has been a pillar of the Lower Naugatuck Valley area for 33 years, and it is our vision to expand nationwide to raise money to support domestic violence victims and their families. 
"When you purchase products from our store, the funds directly help victims each and every day,” said Roberta Cook, President and CEO of BHcare.

Every nine seconds a victim is abused in the United States. 
You can help fight the battle against domestic violence by patronizing or donating to My Sister’s Place - a unique family thrift shop. Our shop offers quality new or “gently used” items. 

Our mission is to support individuals and families who are plagued by domestic and family violence. 

All proceeds from sales, both online and in the store, support BHcare’s The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services. Each year UCDVS provides 24/7 counseling and support, safe shelter and so much more for more than 6,000 victims and their children.  

All of your purchases at SupportUmbrella.org and at our retail store in Ansonia help victims escape domestic violence and rebuild safe and happy lives. Your purchases make a difference!

To visit the store, please go to www.supportumbrella.org and for corporate sponsorship opportunities please contact Emily Granelli at egranelli@bhcare.org. 

This is a press release from BHcare.

Derby official reminds residents June is dog licensing month

Sharing email message from Derby Town Clerk Marc Garofalo: 

"Please remember that June is Dog Licensing Month in the State of Connecticut.  

"Every dog needs to be licensed by June 30. Dog Licenses can be obtained from the Office of the Town Clerk in the town where you reside."

CWV Post in Derby to hold flag retirement ceremony

DERBY - Catholic War Veterans' St. Michael Post 1562 will hold its annual U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony at 2 p.m. Saturday at the CWV Post home, 112 Derby Ave. 

The ceremony will be conducted by U.S. Naval Sea Cadets, Barque Eagle Division-NOSC, Plainville.  
The public is invited to attend this most respected ceremony.

For more information call 203-734-9748.

Mohegan Tribe chairman to address Valley Chamber annual meeting

Sharing a message from Bill Purcell, President, Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce:

On behalf of Chamber Chairman George Mitchell, Jr. and the Board of Directors, I am pleased to announce the 54th Annual Meeting of the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce will be held from 7:30-9 a.m. June 22 at Race Brook Country Club [246 Derby Ave., Orange].

Kevin Brown

Keynote speaker is Kevin Brown "Red Eagle," chairman of the Mohegan Tribe.

Brown is responsible for maintaining the Tribe's sovereignty, overseeing its numerous business entities and ensuring the well-being of its more than 2,100 Tribal citizens. 

He also serves as Chairman of the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, which oversees numerous gaming entities across the country as well as two professional sports teams. 

Under his leadership, the Mohegan Tribe has made monumental steps in its business growth and expanded its footprint worldwide. 

Recently, the Tribe announced plans to construct a multi-million dollar, non-gaming tourist destination in the southeastern part of the state. 

The Tribe has extended its reach into the Valley with two business enterprises: 
KOTA, a Mohegan LDI Enterprise, a premium provider of digital office technology solutions, and Arooga's Grille House and Sports Bar scheduled to open in June in Shelton.

A graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, Brown served in the United States Army for 25 years, retiring as a highly-decorated Colonel. 

He serves on the Board of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut and is Chairman of the American Heart Association Heart Walk.

For information, call 203-925-4981.

Register for Derby Public Library's summer reading club for adults

DERBY - The Derby Public Library will host an Adult Summer Reading Club, June 18-Aug. 10. 
(*Registration begins TODAY, June 4)

Register at https://bit.ly/2J1UYm4 or call 203-736-1482.

*Information shared from the Derby Public Library Facebook page. 

Shelton Historical Society's Brownson House receives award

Community invited to visit on CT Open House Day

SHELTON - The Shelton Historical Society has just received an Award of Merit from the Connecticut League of History Organizations for its interpretation of the Brownson House on the grounds of Shelton History Center, 70 Ripton Road.  

The public is invited to celebrate from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday during Connecticut Open House Day. 

This event is free and open to the public. Other buildings on the grounds, which include the 1872 Trap 

Fall School and the Wilson Barn, built c. 1860, will be open for viewing as well.  

For more information, call 203-925-1803, visit www.sheltonhistoricalsociety.org, or see the Facebook page.  

Although the house was built c. 1822, it has been furnished to demonstrate how a middle-class farm family coped with the rapidly changing society of the early 1900s.   

The 1913 interpretation of the historic house was achieved after a decade of research and interviews with former Shelton residents including those of the Brownson family who used to live in the house.  

One inspiration was the discovery of a ledger that detailed the family’s every expense and all income during 1913-14.  

It revealed activities that took place in the community, how business was transacted by local farm families, and travel by the Brownsons for entertainment and business purposes.  

Enhance understanding of history

The Connecticut League of History Organizations presents Awards of Merit to institutions and individuals who demonstrate the highest of professional standards, and who enhance and further the understanding of Connecticut history. 

The purpose of the Awards of Merit is to recognize the care, thought, and effort invested in these contributions and to inspire and encourage others by acknowledging exceptional contributions to state and local history.

Connecticut Open House Day is an annual event scheduled the second Saturday of June, where cultural organizations and tourism attractions throughout the state open their doors to Connecticut residents, inviting them to discover - and rediscover - Connecticut’s fascinating world of art, history, film and tourism with a variety of special visitor incentives. 

The unique one-day event is part of a broad state initiative that began in 2005 and is coordinated by the Connecticut Commission on Culture & Tourism (www.CTvisit.com).


This is a press release from Tracey Tate, executive director, Shelton Historical Society.