Self-defense class slated Sunday at Derby High School

Sign up for Flea Market Flip contest at My Sister's Place in Ansonia

Master craftsman Mark DeVito of HGTV. / Contributed photo

ANSONIA - If you have an eye for style and a knack for reinvention, you're invited to put your talents to the test and sign up for My Sister’s Place Flea Market Flip!

MSP Flea Market Flip is a fun, creative twist on recycling or upcycling similar to the HGTV show with the same name, Flea Market Flip. 
Proceeds from the sale of each flip item will benefit BHcare’s The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services. 

Individual participants or teams of two must purchase their flip item(s) at MSP for $50 or less by Sept. 30. 
Registration forms are available at the store and must be completed at the time of purchase. No more than $50 may be spent on repurposing/upcycling the item(s). Receipts must be shown when submitting the repurposed item.

Items will be displayed and sold Oct. 14 at the Ansonia Armory, 25 N. Cliff St.

The day will feature special guest Mark DeVito, Master Craftsman from HGTV’s Flea Market Flip along with DIY demos including furniture de-stressing, furniture white washing, knitting, and crocheting. 
Attendees will also have the opportunity to cast a vote for their favorite flip. The flip with the most votes wins!

For more information, visit bhcare.org or stop by the store, 380 Main St.

MSP, a program of BHcare, offers quality new and gently used clothing, furniture, and house wares at discount prices. 

All proceeds from MSP support BHcare’s The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services. 

Each year UCDVS helps more than 6,000 adults and children who are experiencing domestic violence; services are provided free of charge.

To learn more, visit the store or  www.bhcare.org, and www.facebook.com/MySistersPlace.

This is a press release from BHcare.

Save the date: Paddle Tournament to benefit Adam's House in Shelton

Sharing from Facebook:

"Join us as we watch 32 ladies teams go head-to-head as they serve, volley, and lob their way to the win, all while paddling for a cause! Proceeds from the event support Adam’s House—a no-cost, children and family grief center dedicated to serving Connecticut families."

The event will be held Sept. 28. 
For sponsorships email adamshouse@gmail.com.

Adam's House is a grief education center located at 241 Coram Ave., Shelton.

DeMartino Farm in Seymour to host 2nd annual Fall Festival

Seymour police chief goes 'over the edge' for Special Olympics CT

Seymour Police Chief Paul Satkowski./ Seymour Police Department Facebook page photo

SEYMOUR - Police Chief Paul Satkowski rappelled down more than 30 floors at Mohegan Sun Casino Sky Tower to raise funds for Special Olympics Connecticut. 
It is the 50th anniversary of Special Olympics.
Satkowski accepted the "Toss Your Boss" challenge and went Over the Edge.

Satkowski smiles as he makes his way down Sky Tower./ Seymour Police Department Facebook page photo.

The police department thanks all who donated and reports the fund-raising goal was surpassed.


*Information shared from the Seymour Police Department Facebook page.

Congratulations to Chief Satkowski!

Save the date: Seymour Pumpkin Festival is almost here

Booth at a previous pumpkin festival./ Photo from Facebook page

SEYMOUR - The annual Seymour Pumpkin Festival will be held from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 23 at French Memorial Park, 62 Spruce St. Admission is free.
There will be food, pumpkin decorating, costume contest, crafts, carnival rides, and more.
The event is hosted by Sullivan and Wallace Dry Goods.

'Tip a Cop' fundraiser slated Friday at Lulu Pazzo in Ansonia

Adam's House in Shelton to host Pizza and Pumpkins for teens

This is an opportunity for teens who have experienced the death of a loved one to meet other teens going through similar situations. The event will be fun and informal in hopes of fostering creativity and communication. 

Pumpkins, decorations, pizza, soda, and treats will be provided. 
Hope to see you at Adam's House, 241 Coram Ave., Shelton.

Sign up here: http://bit.ly/adamshousect_pizza_pumpkins


This information is shared from a Facebook event page.