Connecticut Food Bank to return Tuesday to Ansonia Armory

ANSONIA - Round 2 of the Connecticut Food Bank will return Tuesday at the Ansonia Armory North Cliff Street parking lot from 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Enjoy FREE fresh fruits, vegetables, bread, dairy products, probiotic drinks, and more. The food bank is open to all Ansonia residents.

Last month’s appearance was a huge success as more than 100 city families enjoyed the food bank benefits. Residents are encouraged to bring their own reusable shopping bags.

A third and final appearance is scheduled for Aug. 20, same time and place.

Volunteers who participated last time are welcome to return. If NOT available to return, please contact gmartin@ansoniact.org or call 203-736-5900.

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Recuperation journey: Keep looking up

When you stand under the mulberry tree in the afternoon looking up and waiting to get a photo of a bird or two. They move so fast! 
This practice may hurt one's neck after a while but it does teach patience. 
I finally got a photo, pictured above.

Derby Historical Society to hold Open House at Humphreys House

Derby Historical Society photo

ANSONIA - The Derby Historical Society will hold an Open House from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. July 20 at the David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St.

Pictured here is part of the historical society's temporary exhibit highlighting 1st Sgt. Charles S. Tatten, Ansonia's first police officer of color for a period of 19 years until his death in 1918. Tatten was a Nehantic Native American.

*Information shared from the Derby Historical Society's Facebook page.

Seymour Lions Club to sponsor blood drive Sunday at Land Trust

Take a habitat hike Saturday at Osbornedale State Park in Derby

DERBY - Come explore local ecology with a fun and educational nature walk at Osbornedale State Park. 

The hike will be held from 10-11 a.m.  Saturday. 
Children and adults are invited to learn about biodiversity while walking the Kestrel and Bull Pen Pond trails. 

Participants will meet at Kellogg Environmental Center, 500 Hawthorne Ave., to begin. It is a mild, one-mile hike with some hills over forested terrain. It will be held rain or shine. 

Admission is free; registration is recommended.  

For more information and to register, call 203-734-2513.  

Kellogg Environmental Center is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. It is operated by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.

This is a press release from the Kellogg Environmental Center.

Valley United Way establishes group for women at event in Shelton

Contributed photo

SHELTON - The Valley United Way is pleased to announce a new program - Women United.

Accomplished women and business leaders, community volunteers, and inspiring professionals living and working in the Lower Naugatuck Valley gathered June 4 at Il Palio to launch this nationally acclaimed program. 

United Way Vice President Patricia Tarasovic introduced Maureen Coffey as an accomplished and gifted woman who is strong and passionate about Valley United Way.  
“Maureen is a visionary woman with many gifts and talents," Tarasovic said. "Her intelligence and hard work ethic along with her passion for the Valley showed that she was the model candidate to lead this exciting new venture.  

Coffey said, “It’s an honor to serve as Inaugural Chair of Women United. When our family business Latex Foam Products (now Talalay Global) was lost to a devastating fire, United Way was on the scene to help our employees in countless ways. This is my chance to give back to a wonderful organization that needs support.”

“Leading the Charge – Inspiring the Change,” WOMEN UNITED” is a global, diverse, and vibrant force of 75,000 + women leaders in 165 communities and six countries, dedicated to raising awareness and funds to help ensure that women and children in Valley neighborhoods are financially secure.

For Valley United Way, whose primary role is bringing people together to help solve community problems, women leaders are essential to accelerating lasting change. We are a strong group of visionary women from all walks of life, capable of rolling up our sleeves and raising our voices! We will leave a legacy of change that benefits everyone by enhancing lives and creating stronger communities. 

Throughout the year, members will enjoy educational and professional development with a network of other influential women who have a passion for the Valley. 
We will strategize and plan engaging fund-raising events with measurable results, and participate in volunteer projects that make a meaningful impact for women and children. 
WOMEN UNITED has pledged to help address Valley United Way’s mission to address Food Insecurity here in our Valley.

Visit www.valleyunited.way.org to learn more about WOMEN UNITED. 


This is a press release from Patricia Tarasovic.

Valley Save Our Youth to hold back to school rally in Ansonia