Abundant Life Fellowship Ministries in Ansonia slates STEAM to Success

Logan to host coffee hour Friday at Valley Diner in Derby

Logan, R-Ansonia, represents the 17th District.

Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital in Derby to hold 5K walk/run

The 11th Annual 5K Walk/Run to benefit the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital will be held Sept. 28./ Contributed photo

DERBY - The Annual 5K Walk/Run to benefit the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital will celebrate its 11th year Sept. 28.

This non-competitive, family-friendly event begins with day-of registration at 7:30 a.m., and the Walk/Run kicking off at 9 a.m.

Registration is $30. The registration fee will increase by $5 after Sept. 14. 

Pre-registration is encouraged at griffinhealth.org/5K with the first 500 registered participants receiving T-shirts. Participants also will receive a gift from the Sports Center of Connecticut in Shelton.

All proceeds are dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized cancer care and to help ease the financial burden Griffin’s cancer patients face as they undergo treatment. 

Sponsorship opportunities include signage at the event, logos on the event's promotional materials and T-shirts, recognition from the stage, and an opportunity to have a table to distribute products at the event.

The 5K draws walkers and runners from all over the Lower Naugatuck Valley and the state. 

The 5K Walk/Run was started by the caregivers of the Cancer Center as a way to raise funds to purchase wigs for patients. 

The first Walk/Run exceeded expectations by drawing more than 200 participants and raising more than $25,000, providing opportunity for additional financial support for patients as they undergo cancer treatment. 

The 5K has drawn thousands of participants over the years and raised more than $490,000 to help support local cancer survivors in its 10-year history.

Participants can walk or run individually, or form a team with their family, friends and co-workers. 

Participants are encouraged to collect pledges or purchase a commemorative sign to honor or memorialize a loved one at the event.

Individuals and teams can register online at griffinhealth.org/5k. 

For more information, contact Laura Murphy at lkmurphy@griffinhealth.org.

Sponsor the Griffin 5K

The 5K Walk/Run to benefit the Center for Cancer Care has sponsorship opportunities available, which include signage at the event, company logo on back of participant T-shirts, and opportunities to distribute promotional products at the event.

For more information about sponsorships, contact Laura Murphy at lkmurphy@griffinhealth.org.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Learn about Space Race, honey making, Woodstock at Derby Neck Library

Dinner and a Movie
DERBY - Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave., hosts Dinner and a Movie for ages 18 and older at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 1. 
This month’s feature film is “1984,” shown on blu-ray and a large screen. Free movie refreshments will be served including a pizza dinner at intermission.

History of honey making

The Library presents Catherine Wolko of the Humble Bee Honey Co. at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 5. She will describe the sweet history of honey making and offer samples for tasting.  
Free literature and raffled items will also be available. Registration is required. 

Movie, contest

The Library hosts I-Spy, a movie event and challenge contest for teens and tweens at 3 p.m. Aug. 8.  
Free movie refreshments will be served.  Registration is required.

Salute to Woodstock

At 6:30 p.m. Aug. 8 the Library presents radio host, educator, and author Craig Harris with an audio/visual Salute to Woodstock—to mark the 50^th anniversary of the festival in upstate New York. This is a free event and no registration is required.  

Space Race

The Library presents the History of the Space Race with Kevin Woyce at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 12.
Follow the USA into space with historic photos of the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo programs, culminating in the moon landing 50 years ago. This program does not require registration—just stop in and bring a friend or two.  

Guitarist to perform

On Aug. 15 at 5:30 p.m., the Library hosts a live musical performance by Sheri Miller, guitarist and song composer.  
Enjoy selections from the blues, the Beatles, country, and more.  

Women's Forum

At 12:30 p.m. Aug. 19 the Library hosts the Women’s Forum, a literary discussion group.  This month’s selections are two short stories by Heinrich Boll.  
Copies are available at the library.

Evening Book Club

The Library hosts the Evening Book Club at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 27. 
This month’s selection is “Three Blind Mice” by Agatha Christie. Copies are available at the library. Join us for an informative and engaging discussion.


This is a press release from Patricia Sweeney, reference librarian, Derby Neck Library.

YA Wednesdays on tap at Derby Public Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library staff invites young adults ages 12 to 17 to join the fun of YA Wednesdays during August. Hours are from 6-7:30 p.m. 
Sony Play Station Four (PS4), Nintendo Wii, board games, and Legos will be available. 
Light refreshments will be provided.

For more information stop by the Library, 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.


This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult librarian.

Save the date: Valley United Way slates Communitini in Derby

7 named to Shelton High School 2019 Hall of Fame

SHELTON - Seven members of the Shelton High School community ranging from legendary coaches to amazing teachers and impactful community members will be inducted into the school’s 2019 Hall of Fame.

The Shelton High School Hall of Fame was established in 2017 as a way to recognize and honor in a permanent manner those who have excelled in their dedication to the community of Shelton High School and those who have made outstanding contributions both at Shelton High School and in the world which reflect positively upon Shelton High School.

Shelton High School Hall of Fame committee chairman John Niski announced the latest members to be inducted. 

The Class of 2019 inductees are William Banfe, Elaine Biercevicz-Piazza, Kenneth Bobowick, Edward Finn, Maurice Martin, John McNamara, and Donald Ramia.

An induction banquet will be held at 1 p.m. Oct. 20 at The Stone Barn Restaurant, 175 Shelton Road, Monroe. 

Tickets are $50 per person. 

Checks can be made payable to Shelton High School Hall of Fame and sent to: Shelton High School Hall of Fame, 120 Meadow St., Shelton, CT., 06484, c/o John Niski. 

The deadline for purchasing tickets is Oct. 10.

Bill Banfe served as both housemaster and headmaster of Shelton Intermediate School and was involved in Shelton High School football for more than 20 years. 

He served as operations manager for the Shelton Public Schools System and was instrumental in the planning, design, and building project management of Shelton Intermediate School and Perry Hill School as well as the Shelton High School renovation.

Elaine Biercevicz-Piazza was a pioneering athlete, teacher, coach, and athletic director. A 1964 graduate of Shelton High School, she went on to teach physical education at Seymour High School and initiated girls’ basketball, softball, and swimming teams. She was athletic director at Lyman Hall High School for 27 years. Biercevicz-Piazza was a member of the legendary national champion Raybestos fast pitch softball team. 

She is a member of several other halls of fame including the New England Basketball Hall of Fame, the Connecticut Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, the New Haven Tap-Off Club Hall of Fame, the Northeast Hall of Fame, and the Connecticut Amateur Softball Hall of Fame.

Ken Bobowick served as a longtime science teacher and department chair at Shelton High School for more than 30 years, during which time he inspired students to love science, particularly biological sciences, genetics, and environmental science. 

Bobowick was also the golf team head coach—in that role for 34 years—and the girls’ basketball assistant coach during several league, conference, and the 1993 CIAC Class LL State championship run.

Ed Finn was a legendary teacher as well as football and track coach at Shelton High School during the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. Finn has the most wins of any school football coach in Shelton, including two undefeated seasons. The current stadium at Shelton High School is named in his honor. Ed also held administrative positions including vice principal of Shelton High School and superintendent of schools. 

Maurice “Moe” Martin was a 1952 graduate of Shelton High School and was a standout member of the graduating class. Active in sports and school activities, including being a member of the only Shelton High School basketball team to win a state championship, Martin was a leader among his classmates. 

After retiring as the Judge of Probate for the City of Shelton, Martin volunteers his time with many civic organizations including the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, of which he is also a member of their Hall of Fame.

John McNamara was a teacher and marching band leader at Shelton High School for over 30 years. 

During his time as Shelton High School band director, McNamara led a band of over 350 members strong to appearances in the Rose Bowl and Washington, D.C. 

He successfully instilled a new sense of pride in a small Valley high school band and brought pride to the school and community by taking the band from coast to coast. He was also instrumental in acquiring a pipe organ that was installed by the Organ Society in the Shelton High School auditorium, drawing some of the most prominent organists of the day to perform at Shelton High School.

Don Ramia was a 1964 graduate of Shelton High School and a standout athlete on the football team. He was an industrial arts teacher at Shelton High School and went on to become both housemaster and headmaster of Shelton High School. 

Ramia also served as the vocational education coordinator for the District and was responsible for the overhaul of several adult education programs.

For more information about the Shelton High School Hall of Fame, contact committee chairman John Niski.

This is a press release from John Niski. 

Congratulations to all the honorees!

Opening at Abe Stone/Colony Park in Ansonia postponed a week

Naugatuck Valley Health District to help with remediation of lead issues

Event at BAD SONS in Derby to benefit Ansonia Nature Center

Ansonia, Derby featured today at the Shoreline Trolley Museum

Last minute! Last minute! 
I just noticed this event happening today at The Shoreline Trolley Museum and I wish I could get there. It sounds really interesting!

A trolley rounds the curve from Derby Avenue to Main Street in Derby./ File photo

Information shared from Shelton-Derby Patch:

"70 years ago, an era that had lasted for over a half century ended in Connecticut. The last day of passenger trolley service in New Haven was on September 25, 1948.
"Each summer, the Shore Line Trolley Museum celebrates New Haven County with “Hometown Thursdays.” 
"Every Thursday in June, July, and August, we’ll be celebrating a town in New Haven County with free resident admission on that day. 
Today we're celebrating the towns of Ansonia & Derby. Just present your valid resident ID or driver’s license. 

"For a full list of "Hometown Thursdays" visit http://shorelinetrolley.org/event/hometown-thursdays-14/"

The Shoreline Trolley Museum is located at 17 River St., East Haven.

Youth CONNection Jr. in Shelton to stage 'Into the Woods, Jr.'

SHELTON - Center Stage Theatre's ever-growing education department is unveiling its first ever Youth CONNection Jr. production with Into The Woods Jr.
This hour-long, condensed version of Into The Woods features 46 cast members in 5th-9th grade. Each and every cast member is featured and is guaranteed to impress with their performance after just nine short days of rehearsal!

Into The Woods Jr. will be performed at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Friday, July 19 at Shelton Intermediate School, 675 Constitution Blvd. North.
There are two different casts of leads but every student will perform in both shows. With exciting education announcements as well, this is an event not to be missed!
Bring the entire family to see Into The Woods Jr.!

The show is directed by Gina Scarpa, assisted by Josh Hahn and Colby Trembley.


This is shared from a Center Stage Theatre Facebook event.