Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Spring carnival at Veterans Park in Shelton to support Boys & Girls Club


 

Masonicare at Wesley Heights in Shelton to offer Alzheimer’s Association series

SHELTON - Masonicare at Wesley Heights is proud to partner with the Alzheimer’s Association this spring to offer "The Empowered Caregiver," an educational series designed to empower caregivers in navigating the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia. 

Attendees will receive valuable tips on understanding key aspects of caregiving, managing finances, supporting independence, communicating effectively, responding to dementia-related behaviors, and exploring available care and support services.

Join us for this three-part series on Tuesday evenings in May from 5:30-7 p.m.

  • Tuesday, May 13: Supporting Independence

  • Tuesday, May 20: Communicating Effectively

  • Tuesday, May 27: Exploring Care and Support Services

    All sessions will take place at Masonicare at Wesley Heights, an independent and assisted living community, located at 580 Long Hill Ave. A light dinner will be provided. Attendance at all three sessions is encouraged but not required. Register for one, two or all three sessions by contacting Lisa Bisson at lbisson@masonicare.org or 203-225-5027. RSVPs are required; space is limited.

    Individuals interested in learning more about Masonicare’s memory support community, Lifestyle Transitions at Wesley Heights, are invited to arrive early on May 20 for a brief tour and an introduction to the community’s dementia care program. Please note your interest in this option when replying to reserve your tour.

    About the Alzheimer's Association

    The Alzheimer’s Association is a worldwide voluntary health organization dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia®

    About Masonicare:

    Masonicare is Connecticut's leading not-for-profit provider of senior living and healthcare services, offering a complete continuum of care tailored to meet the diverse needs of older adults. Visit alz.org or call our 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 for more information.

  • Services range from independent and assisted living and memory care to skilled nursing, rehabilitation, senior behavioral health, medical and non-medical home health care, hospice, and palliative care. 

  • Driven by a mission devoted to service excellence, Masonicare is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care that evolves with the needs of the seniors they serve. To learn more, visit masonicare.org or call 888.332.0033.



This is a press release from Masonicare at Wesley Heights in Shelton.

Griffin Center for Healthy Living in Derby to host diabetes management program


DERBY - The Griffin Center for Healthy Living is hosting a free diabetes self-management program this month to help empower individuals to improve their well-being.

Living Healthy with Diabetes is a free, six-week diabetes self-management program that engages participants in learning and discussing clinical and lifestyle self-management behaviors to improve their health, blood sugars, emotional wellness, and quality of life. 


The program integrates trusted information from the National Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes and The Association of Diabetes Care & Education Curriculum to empower individuals diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes to manage their health and well-being.

An upcoming session will be held on Wednesdays May 14, 21, and 28, and June 4, 11, and 18 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St.

Community Wellness Facilitator Carolyn Gundell, MS, CDCES, will guide participants to manage their well-being with insightful education on healthy eating, weight management, physical activity, medication, glucose technology, health-related risk management, and coping with a chronic condition.


This free wellness program is part of Griffin’s commitment to improve community wellness through free education, guidance and assistance in preventing and managing chronic disease. Griffin’s mission is to empower individuals to make choices that change their lifestyles for the better, and to go beyond caring for individuals when they are not well by building a meaningful relationship, guiding, and coaching them to maximize their quality of life.

Register at griffinhealth.org/living-healthy-with-diabetes or contact The Griffin Center for Healthy Living Coordinator at 203-732-1369 to sign up or for more information.



This is a press release from Griffin Health.


Irving School PTO in Derby to host Spring Fling dance Friday


 

Enjoy full moon hike May 10 at Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center



My Sister's Place Thrift Store in Ansonia posts this week's sales


Mother’s Day is around the corner! Treat her (or yourself!) to something special from My Sister’s Place!
From unique jewelry to home décor and spring wardrobe gems, our thrifted treasures are one-of-a-kind and budget-friendly. 💜
And remember, every purchase supports survivors of domestic violence through The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services (@ucdvs). Your gift gives back!
📍 380 Main St., Ansonia
🕒 Open Tuesday – Saturday | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Shared from the organization's Facebook page.

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

'The Housemaid' topic of book discussion May 29 at Derby Public Library



Quilters invited to exhibit at Kellogg Estate outdoor show in Derby


 

Seymour Public Library slates presentation on container gardening


 

Huntington Branch Library in Shelton to host 2 Baby and Me sessions in May


 

The Library is at 41 Church St., Shelton.


This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.


Make a succulent plant gift for Mother's Day at Ansonia Nature Center



Bingo Night Thursday to benefit St. Mary-St. Michael School in Derby

 

Emmett O'Brien Tech in Ansonia to hold car show fundraiser May 17


 

'Turnback Tuesday' remembers Harold B. Yudkin, '55 Flood in Valley


Harold B. Yudkin


Turnback Tuesday remembers a man who had a passion for history and Derby: Harold B. Yudkin
.
With this passion, Mr. Yudkin photographed the Flood of August 19, 1955.
The flood had a devastating effect on families and businesses in the Valley towns along the Naugatuck and Housatonic Rivers.

Derby Public Library received these photos through a donation from Harold’s son. For the month of August, these incredible images - of which we have over 90 along with some personal accounts of those who witnessed this disaster - will be on display at the Library for all to see.
In addition, there will be a small reception at the Library on August 19 at 2 p.m., the 70th anniversary of the Flood. The image of the Derby Railroad Station was taken at 2 p.m. on Aug. 19, and The Housatonic Lumber image was taken at 5 p.m. on Aug 19.
We are looking for anyone who is willing to share their personal experience with the Library.
Please feel free to drop off your story, short or long, at the Library, attention Christine Boulay or email cboulay@biblio.org.
Thank you for your contributions.

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

Monday, April 28, 2025

Seymour Congregational Church to host Star Wars Day family fun


 

Kids to create alien, UFO at Huntington Branch Library to mark astronaut day


SHELTON - To celebrate Astronaut Day, children can use their imaginations at 4:30 p.m. May 5 at Huntington Branch Library to create an alien/UFO they might see if they traveled to space as an astronaut. 
They will use library provided materials to let their imaginations soar!
Registration required. Please register each child individually. Register online or call (203) 926-0111.
The Library is at 41 Church St.

Please Note: HBL Kids and HBL Teens are NOT restricting families to 3 registrations per month.


This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Fundraiser for Seymour man slated Saturday at Cast Iron Chef in Klarides Village


 

St. Mary-St. Michael School in Derby to hold annual talent show Saturday


 

Ansonia Police release dashcam video, photos of street takeover early Saturday


 








The incident occurred early Saturday morning at the intersection of Wakelee Avenue and Franklin Street.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ansonia Police Department at 203-735-1885. Tips can be left anonymously.


Teen Advisory Board to meet May 28 at Derby Public Library



DERBY - Derby Public Library invites all young adults ages 12 to 17 to a Teen Advisory Board meeting at 3:30 p.m. May 28.

Attendees are encouraged to voice their ideas for improving and expanding young adult library services and teen programming. 

Focus will include participant input that contributes to the library fulfilling its mission of quality-of-life enhancements in: knowledge; entertainment; and  citizenship. 


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.



Sunday, April 27, 2025

Abundant Life Ministries in Ansonia to distribute food Monday; note new time


 

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky


 Sunset memory from this date in 2014.

Middle school author to speak, sign new book Saturday at Derby Public Library


 

Shared from the Library's Facebook page.


Seymour Community Center to offer fitness fun for preschoolers

 


Ansonia Library to host author reading event for ages 5 and up

Twinkle Tales: NightTime StoryTime 

5:30 p.m. May 7


ANSONIA - We [at the Ansonia Library] are shaking up story time for Children’s Book Week! 

Janet Lawler

Connecticut children’s author Janet Lawler will be visiting us for a special NightTime StoryTime, and she will read two of her many amazing children's books at this family event!      


Come in your PJs and bring your favorite stuffie! We will hear the author read her books during Twinkle Tales.


         


Click here to 
RSVP


The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

Shared from the Children's Room newsletter.

Ansonia Police seek suspects in Wakelee Avenue street takeover early Saturday


ANSONIA - Ansonia Police responded at about 12:25 a.m. Saturday to multiple reports of a possible street takeover and fireworks being shot off at the intersection of Wakelee Avenue and Franklin Street. 

The first officer on scene encountered between 50 and 100 people in the street with several dozen cars in the road, some of which were driving erratically, Lt. Patrick Lynch said in a written release late Saturday night.

A group approached the officer’s car, with at least one of them jumping onto the hood of the police car while the others started to surround it. 

The officer attempted to back away and struck a car that was parked. The group continued to advance on the officer and began to throw objects at his car, damaging the car. 

Once more police officers arrived the crowd dispersed entering Route 8 going both north and south. No one was injured in the incident. 

Police have begun to identify suspects. There is a video circulating on social media depicting some of the incident. Lynch said the department asks  that you do not share or re-post the video as it gives groups like this the social media recognition they are trying to gain.


This is a release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.

Saturday, April 26, 2025

From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: Sterling Piano Co. in Derby


This week's "Turnback Tuesday" photo is of the Sterling Piano Company in Derby. It is shown overlooking the canal that united Ansonia and Birmingham in the Water Street area. It has since been filled in, with Home Depot now occupying the spot that was previously occupied by Farrel Corp. until the year 2000.
In the background is the Naugatuck River.

[First posted on this date in 2016.]

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

TEAM to host Men Who Cook May 3 at Warsaw Park in Ansonia

ANSONIA - One week from today, May 3: Come on out to TEAM's signature event - Men Who Cook at Warsaw Park!

We will be eating good food, drinking good drinks, enjoying good music and company, all in support of TEAM's vital, meaningful work that helps thousands across our community.

See you there!


Shared from TEAM's Facebook page.

Shelton History Center slates program on protecting family heirlooms




Back by popular demand!
Join us [Shelton History Center] at the Shelton Community Center Saturday, May 3 from 1-3 p.m. to discover how to keep your keepsakes safe!
Learn archival secrets to help keep your family heirlooms - books, linens, and more - safe and clean for years to come!

This is shared from the Shelton History Center Facebook page.


St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop in Derby posts next week's sales


 

Ansonia to commemorate 50th anniversary of end of Vietnam War

 

ANSONIA - Mayor David Cassetti invites all city residents to join him, along with Chùa Phước Long Ansonia Buddhist Temple, at noon Wednesday in Veterans Park to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War.

Please join us for this event to also honor the heroes for their bravery and others for their ultimate sacrifice.


This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.


G.E.T. Life Church Women's Ministry in Ansonia to host luncheon May 10



 

Happy Birthday in Heaven, Ralph


Today would have been Ralph's 70th birthday. 
I miss him every day but grateful to have wonderful memories to sustain me.
Here he is with his grandfather, Ralph I, and father, Ralph II, in his grandparents' home in Steubenville, Ohio. 
He wrote on Facebook that this was the last time the three of them were together.


Friday, April 25, 2025

Prescription takeback event slated Saturday at Bradley School in Derby


DERBY - Join us tomorrow for a DEA National Prescription Takeback event from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Bradley School, 155 David Humphreys Road,  

Drop off your unwanted, expired, or no longer needed medications at this drive-through event. Your participation will help prevent prescription medicine misuse and opioid abuse. 


Shared from a Facebook event page.

Celebrate Shelton posts music lineup for Food Trucks on the River




 

Derby Historical Society to host birdhouse-building workshop May 3


 

Shelton Clean-up Project reschedules clean-up of commuter lot to Sunday

We [at Shelton Clean-up Project] are not letting the rain get us down again..

We are rescheduling this Saturday’s clean-up to this Sunday, April 27 same time, 9-11 a.m., same place - the commuter lot at 316 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton.


Shared from the organization's Facebook page.

Derby Public Library to hold game time for teens in May


DERBY - Derby Public Library invites young adults ages 12 to 17 to YA Wednesdays' teen game time from 5-6:30 p.m. May 7 and 14. 

Nintendo Wii and tabletop games 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 young adult librarian Tony DeLos.