Auditions slated at St. Joseph Church in Ansonia for Renaissance Faire cast

ANSONIA - Join the cast and crew of the Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire for our 2024 season!

Become part of our magical fantasy world at Warsaw Park on June 29-30, July 6-7, and July 13-14.
Participant sign-ups and cast auditions will be held Feb. 24, noon-6 p.m. and Feb. 25, 1-6 p.m. at St. Joseph's Parish, 32 Jewett St.

Fill out our participant application here: https://gforms.app/4MFMiR3
We're also looking for folks to audition for our scripted cast! 

Be part of our original fantasy world storyline, performed in six scenes each faire day.
Don't miss out on the adventure!

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Derby Neck Library hosts bilingual story times on Thursdays

Derby Neck Library photo

DERBY - Join Señor Bob in the Derby Neck Library community room at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays for a bilingual story time for speakers of all languages! 

You’ll sing songs, listen to stories, and ¡se divertirán mucho! This program is targeted for ages 3-5, but all are welcome.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

 Sunset photo from Jan. 30 last year. 

Copper City Bar and Grill to hold fundraiser Feb. 6 for Ansonia Nature Center

Looking for a delicious treat and a fun night out? 

Copper City Bar and Grill in downtown Ansonia will donate 20% of all proceeds Tuesday, Feb. 6 when you mention Ansonia Nature Center Fundraiser. 

Eat in or dine out from noon-10 p.m. 
Please show your support for the programs at the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center by supporting this fundraiser.

This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center.

Patronize Italian Pavilion in Derby Feb. 7, support St. Mary-St. Michael School

 

Troop 7 to hold can, bottle drive at Holy Rosary Church in Ansonia

 

Assumption Church in Ansonia to offer community dine-in breakfast Saturday

 

Elected officials to sponsor blood drive at Ansonia Armory

 

Sponsorship deadline tomorrow for Seymour Pink 'Night to Remember' event

 

All In for Ansonia, Derby to hold canvassing workshop at Clinton A.M.E. Zion Church

 This event was created by TEAM, Inc.

Ansonia church to host Pre-Super Bowl Appetizer Kickoff Competition

UPDATE: Event has been canceled.

ANSONIA - FUMC Social at First United Methodist Church will host an appetizer contest at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 4 at the church, 47 Franklin St.

Does your game day appetizer have what it takes to go all the way?
Also, you'll have an opportunity to paint your favorite team's logo to cheer them on (doesn't have to be the teams in the Super Bowl).

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

'Turnback Tuesday' features stately Sterling Opera House in Derby

Turnback Tuesday looks at the first building in Connecticut to be listed on the National Registry of Historic Places: the Sterling Opera House in Derby, a magnificent building with a big story to tell.

Opening in 1889, in its day the Sterling hosted many talented performers, entertainers and a national hero.

It was used for meetings, graduation ceremonies, and plays. Sadly this iconic building stopped its performances in 1933. Scheduled performances appeared with the last being Nov. 30 and Dec.1,1945 with the “Ye Old Time Minstrel” hosted by the Lafayette Men’s and Women’s Club to honor WWII soldiers returning home.

The Opera House was opened for a special performance by Harry Braun the violinist in 1966. The Save Our Sterling nonprofit organization had a fundraising event with Gary Harger singing Ave Maria on Sept. 24, 1997.

When the cupolas were being installed on Feb. 11, 2011, Fran Scarpa did an impromptu song on stage to demonstrate the incredible acoustics.

Most recently, Harry Connick Jr. recorded his rendition of “Amazing Grace” on Feb.1, 2021.

This image is a thank you letter sent to Mayor Richard Dziekan, a recent donation to the Library historical collection.

Thank you to Joe DiRienzo and Jack Walsh for their assistance with this Turnback.

Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.

Ansonia Library to offer Take & Learn kit about Underground Railroad in CT

This is shared from The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library's February newsletter. 

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

 From the archives: Sunset in Derby I posted five years ago today.

 Thanks, Facebook memories. 

Exchange Club of Shelton to host annual mini-golf tournament in Ansonia

The Exchange Club of Shelton will hold its 10th  annual mini golf tournament at 7 p.m. April 27 at the Boys and Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, 28 Howard Ave., Ansonia. 

See you there! 

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Shelton Library System posts February calendar of events

These events can be found on the library homepage: https://sheltonlibrarysystem.org/

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page. 

Seymour Public Library offers craft table for Valentine's Day

SEYMOUR - Stop in anytime at Seymour Public Library starting Feb. 7 while we’re open and make a Valentine’s Day craft!

The Library is at 46 Church St.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Seymour Recreation slates youth basketball night at Seymour Middle School

 

Derby Neck Library offers kids Poke'mon trading card game on Mondays

DERBY- Join us at Derby Neck Library on Mondays after school from 4-5:30 p.m. for our Pokémon Trading Card Game Club!
This free club is intended for children ages 8+.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

Shared from the Library's Facebook page.

St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Shop in Derby posts sale on clothing

Don't you just LOVE these first brave flowers? Snow drop in for this bloomin' sale! 

New stock added daily- Is that perfect blouse waiting for you?

Donations welcome! Open Monday to Saturday 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at 237 Roosevelt Drive, Derby.

This is shared from the organization's Facebook page.

CT Foodshare truck to visit St. Mary's Church in Derby Tuesday

DERBY - The Connecticut Foodshare truck will return to St. Mary’s Church parking lot Tuesday, Jan. 30 from 2:15-3 p.m.

As always, no income limits, no questions asked....just bring a bag to receive some food. ........Next visit after that - Feb. 13.

The church is at 212 Elizabeth St.

This is shared from Our Lady Queen of the Apostles Parish Facebook page.

The Little Free Pantry on Skokorat in Seymour receives perishables delivery

PERISHABLE ALERT

We have an assortment of recovered produce this morning.

Huge thanks to the person who delivered it.

This is shared from The Little Free Pantry on Skokorat Facebook page.

St. Mary-St. Michael School in Derby holding Open House today

 

Artist to exhibit collage series at Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton

SHELTON - Plumb Memorial Library will be exhibiting the works of artist, award-winning author, and educator Steve Parlato during the month of February.

Parlato will also be discussing his creative process and the methods he uses to craft his work in a special presentation at 11 a.m. Feb. 10. He will present a PowerPoint presentation along with his poetry and answer questions about his artwork.

The public is invited to attend; registration is not required.

The 16-piece portrait collage series, “We Are Not Disposable” each show a Black American whose life was changed due to racial violence. Parlato uses his poetry and artwork to promote conversations about racism, with the goal of fostering connection and opening minds.

The Library is at 65 Wooster St.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

CT Foodshare seeks help raising awareness of food insecurity

This is shared from St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Shop and Food Bank of Derby Facebook page.

Seymour Public Library to host discussion of 'On The Landing'

 

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

From the 2011 archives: Looking at the sky

Morning sun and icicles on this date 13 years ago. 

Unified Cheer team performance applauded in competition at Seymour Middle School

"Our Unified Cheer team got an opportunity to perform this weekend at the cheer competition held at Seymour Middle School. Lots of smiling faces and enthusiasm filled the gym.

"Thank you, Unified Cheer for making us proud."

This is shared from Seymour Public Schools' Facebook page.

Reminder: Master's Table meal slated Sunday at Assumption Church in Ansonia

 

Friends of Derby Public Library holding ongoing book sale

Please pay at the main desk at Derby Public Library, 313 Elizabeth St., Derby. Thank you!
The sale is ongoing and available during normal Library hours.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

 Tonight's full moon.

TEAM in Derby to hold 3 blood pressure screenings in February

 

Ansonia High School girls' basketball senior night game on tap Friday

Ansonia High School Girls' Basketball

Senior Night Game

Ceremony starts at 5:30 p.m.

Game starts at 6 p.m.

Home Game vs. Wolcott

Date: Friday, tomorrow night, Jan. 26

Come out to celebrate the girls' successful season!

This is shared from the Ansonia Public Schools' Facebook page.

'Turnback Tuesday' from this date in 2017 features downtown Derby shop

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features an old advertisement clipping for George C. Allis' book and jewelry shop. 

Allis started the business when he was only 15 years old. It was originally established in 1852 in a small room on "lower Main Street" in Derby, but in 1857, one Edward Lewis graciously built Allis a small store at 171 Main St. 

In 1859, Allis began a circulating library within his shop and offered ~4,000 volumes. He acquired ownership of the building from Lewis in 1866 and managed his shop for over 70 years. 

The store closed between 1924-25, and Allis died on Dec. 28, 1927, at the age of 92.

Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week. 

Derby Public Library to host author's tribute to The Beatles

**Beatles Tribute Program** 

Please register at https://bit.ly/3uarniU

Author, entertainer, and impresario Charles Rosenay returns to the Library at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 12 to talk about his new book, "Celebrities, Actors, Athletes, Mods & Rockers: The Book of Top 10 Beatles Lists."

A multimedia presentation with visuals and recordings along with the author reading and book-signing PLUS a live musician - a Paul McCartney soundalike - to perform a set of acoustic Beatles music!

Derby Public Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Derby Elks Lodge collecting needed items for Ansonia Animal Shelter

The Elks Lodge is at 73 Elizabeth St., Derby.

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Read to therapy dog Brian Tuesday at Derby Neck Library

DERBY - Derby Neck Library will welcome back therapy dog Brian from 5-6 p.m. Tuesday.

He loves children and is a fantastic listener.
Register below for this program:
https://derbynecklibrary.org/.../b-a-r-k-program-7-2024.../

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library offers Take & Make craft

TAKE & MAKES

Art to do at Home!

available starting Feb. 1st

(while supplies last)

The Ansonia Library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

This is shared from the Library's newsletter.

Derby Police post info on Internet safety training Thursday via Zoom

 

This is shared from the Derby PD Facebook page.

'Turnback Tuesday' features history of milk bottle caps

Turnback Tuesday explores the world of Milk Caps. The first patented milk bottle was in 1878. It was a glass jar with a tin lid.

In 1889, a seated cap bottle was patented. Called the “Common Sense Milk Bottle,” it had a ledge built inside the mouth which held a fiber disc used for closure. This fiber disc was created in 1892. These early discs needed a metal pick to remove them from the bottle.

In 1908, H. Bradley of Kings County, N.Y., designed the two layer cap with a flexible thumb tab from the top layer to make removal less difficult.

These caps were used to seal the glass bottle to ensure freshness of the milk. The caps were also a form of advertising with varied colors and designs. Children made games and played with these caps.

Milk caps are still collected and sought after today. Many of the dairies are not in existence anymore, so these caps are a glimpse into our past.

Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.

Seymour Pink to host A Pink Night to Remember at The Waterview in Monroe

Mark your calendars! This years A Pink Night to Remember is hosted In Honor of Colleen Fries, our Vice President, dear friend, and longtime chair of this very event, who passed away December 23. 

We celebrate our community's fight against breast cancer on Friday, March 22, 2024 at The Waterview in Monroe.
Tickets will go on sale on Sunday, Feb. 11 at 9 a.m. Tickets will remain the same price as last year at $95 per person.
We hope you'll join us this year!

Sponsorships are still available for this event - reach out to Mary Deming at seymourpink09@aol.com if interested.

This is shared from Seymour Pink's Facebook page. 

Derby Neck Library to show 'The Crown' at Afternoon Tea V today

DERBY - Afternoon Tea-V is now watching The Crown, Season 6. 

Join in for tea and light refreshments as we follow the life of Queen Elizabeth II from 1997-2005. A brief discussion time concludes each episode. Registration not required.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave. 

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

 Good morning! Enjoy the day.