Boy sets up cider stand in Derby, uses proceeds to help Branford food bank

Here's a feel good story contributed by Cindy Barbian, manager at St. Vincent De Paul thrift shop on Roosevelt Drive in Derby:

DERBY - This 12-year-old boy, JD, lives in Branford, and his grandparents live in Derby near St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop and Food Bank.  

Barbian said each year he comes out to the parking lot on Park Avenue behind the SVDP building and sells something.

Last year JD sold lemonade and chocolate chip cookies; this year he sold apple cider.  

With the proceeds he purchases canned goods for a food bank in his hometown of Branford. 

Kudos to JD for caring for those less fortunate in his community!

Newsletter: Ed Strang Day on Derby Green, fashion show fundraiser photos

Dear readers,

Today's Valley Voice newsletter features Valley children enjoying the 24th annual Ed Strang Day on the Derby Green, and a fundraiser in Ansonia for TEAM.

Thanks for reading,
Patti

Klarides-Ditria says DOT to improve exit 22 on and off-ramps in Seymour

SEYMOUR - State Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria announced today that improvements will be made by the Department of Transportation to the exit 22 on and off-ramps on Route 8. 

Klarides-Ditria wrote a letter in 2017 asking the Department of Transportation to review the safety of the exit 22 on and off-ramps on Route 8 in both directions. 

"I received many complaints that exit 22 on Route 8 was unsafe," said Klarides-Ditria. "I want to thank the Department of Transportation for reviewing this matter and making the necessary improvements to the area to prevent accidents and keep residents safe."

The DOT will enhance the visibility of the curve in the vicinity of exit 22 by installing signing and will relocate existing warning signs to warn drivers earlier of the curve. 

In addition, retroreflective delineators will be installed on the median barrier.

This is a press release from Klarides-Ditria's office.

'Turnback Tuesday' features Connecticut postcard

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features this postcard for the State of Connecticut. 
In the top right-hand corner is a part of the Great Seal of the State of Connecticut. 
The three grape vines support and bear fruit while the ribbon below contains the Latin motto “Qui Transtulit Sustinet” which means “He who transplanted sustains.” 
This has been a part of the seal since May of 1784.


Thanks as always to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting state and local history each week!

Flea market slated Saturday at First Baptist Church in Shelton

SHELTON - A large outdoor community flea market will be held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, 178 Leavenworth Road. Rain date is Oct. 6.

"We are excited to announce that in addition to multiple tag sale tables, we also have many vendors joining us, including Lularoe, Paparazzi Jewelry, Tupperware home products, Steeped Tea (a popular line of loose tea), Color Street Strip Nails, beaded jewelry, honey and honey- made products, Mason Jar decor, and an Anderson Windows vendor. 

"There will also be a table with pumpkins and fall treats for sale. Be sure to come hungry because there will be a food table offering burgers, hotdogs, and beverages for sale. 
"This event will raise funds for our church ministries to the community and beyond."


This information is shared from a Facebook event page.

Christ Church in Oxford to hold workshop for families about addiction

BHcare program at Shelton church to remember those lost to addiction

Senior sports leagues slated at Seymour Community Center

Griffin Hospital in Derby to host program for Alzheimer's caregivers

DERBY - Griffin Hospital and the Alzheimer’s Association will host a free two-part series for caregivers of those with late-stage Alzheimer’s on Oct. 9 and Nov. 13 at the hospital, 130 Division St.

In the late stage of Alzheimer’s disease, caregiving typically involves new ways of connecting and interacting with the person with the disease. 

This two-part series will feature stories of caregivers and professionals about resources, monitoring care, and providing meaningful connection for the person with late-stage Alzheimer’s and their families.

All talks will be from 6-7:30 p.m. in the hospital dining room. A light dinner will be served.

Space is limited and registration is required for each talk. 

To register, call Esther Jones, of Griffin Hospital’s Community Outreach and Valley Parish Nursing Program, at 203-732-1523.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.