Seymour Congregational Church to host Snowflake Fair Nov. 7

 

'Turnback Tuesday' features Hotckiss Hose Company of Derby

Turnback Tuesday is reminding everyone of the Hotchkiss Hose Co. of Derby.

This fire company was formed on June 7, 1837 which makes this the oldest fire company in Derby. It was started by Edward Shelton, Julius Hotchkiss, Ephraim Curtiss and Edward Lewis with Frank Gates as the first captain. The first location was on the corner of Third and Minerva. Since the 1970s their location is David Humphreys Road across the street from Bradley School.

The Derby Public Library has on display till the end of October memorabilia from the Hotchkiss Hose Co. and its members. We encourage you to come and visit this incredible piece of history.

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

Master's Table slates meals in November, December at Shelton church

 

Griffin Health to host Community Health Fair Nov. 12 in Ansonia

The event will feature a flu vaccination clinic, free diabetes and blood pressure screenings, dietary guidance, and wellness information presented by caregivers from several Griffin Health services, including women’s health and breast health.

Attendees can also learn about additional community health services, including HUSKY health insurance information.
The fair is a wonderful opportunity for attendees to learn about Griffin Health’s free wellness programs and its exceptional, person-centered care. It is open to individuals of all ages.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

2-day Harvest Market slated at Red Clover Farms in Seymour

 

Plumb Library in Shelton to host Dungeons & Dragons Club on Halloween

 The Guild: Dungeons & Dragons Club - Halloween Edition

Plumb Memorial Library

65 Wooster St., Shelton
Saturday, Oct. 31, 11 a.m.
Registration required:
https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661...

The Story:

A Haunted D&D Murder Mystery: A Night of CLUE, Chaos & Ghosts!

Was it the rope in the kitchen? The candlestick in the conservatory? Or something far more sinister?

Inspired by the classic board game CLUE, this haunted Dungeons & Dragons adventure brings murder, mystery, mischievous ghosts, and plenty of unexpected twists to the table!

Investigate suspicious characters, uncover deadly secrets, and maybe even battle a floating candlestick. Because in this mansion, the ghosts aren't the only things that go bump in the night!

Gather your party, roll for initiative, and prepare for an evening of supernatural shenanigans worthy of a Critical Role adventure.

Start your Halloween right, with friends, ghosts, and a murder to solve!

The question isn't just whodunit… it's whether you'll survive long enough to find out.

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

DERBY - CT Foodshare will return to St. Mary’s Church Tuesday, Oct. 20 from 2:15-3 p.m. All are welcome to receive food, no questions asked.

Tickets will be distributed at 2 p.m to anyone who is physically in line. No place-holding allowed. Next visit will be Tuesday, Nov 3.

The church is at 212 Elizabeth St.

Derby Public Library to present history of American beer program

 

Derby Elks Lodge to host Donate Life workshop Nov. 10

 

St. Vincent de Paul Thift Shop in Derby posts this week's sales

 

Derby Public Library to host talk by author of 'Diabolical Derby'

 

Walnut Hill Community Church in Derby to distribute food Wednesday

 

Meeting at Ansonia Senior Center to discuss Gatison Park rebuild

 

Derby Public Library to offer Quiet Book Club gathering

 

Valley YMCA in Ansonia to host Trunk or Treat fun Saturday

 

Valley Surge to host Boo at the Ballpark Oct. 30 in Derby

 

Ansonia firefighters to host Touch-a-Truck Saturday at Ansonia Library

 

Support breast cancer patients on Oct. 21, Seymour Pink Day

Hello Seymour Pink Community, Next Wednesday, October 21, is Seymour Pink Day. We invite you to join us in wearing pink to support breast cancer patients. How to participate: Wear Pink: Encourage your workplace, school, or community group to wear pink on October 21st. Remind everyone to schedule their women's well visits & mammograms - early detection saves lives! Share Photos: Post your group photos on social media, tag the Seymour Pink page, and use the hashtag #SeymourPinkDay. Donate: If you wish to make a contribution in honor of Seymour Pink Day, you can do so securely on our website. Celebrate With Us: We'll be at Hot Tamale's in Seymour from 4 PM on. Stop by for specials, door prizes & celebrating our community's fight against breast cancer. Seymour Pink provides direct financial assistance to patients in 44 towns and cities across Connecticut. We help cover mortgages, utility bills, and other expenses so patients can focus on their treatment. Your involvement on Seymour Pink Day helps us sustain this mission. Thank you for your continued support and participation.  Get Involved All Month Long! Many wonderful organizations host events all month long to benefit Seymour Pink. Stay Informed: Keep an eye on our Facebook & Instagram pages and our website for details on community fundraisers taking place throughout October. Hosting a Fundraiser? If your group, school, or business is planning a breast cancer awareness event supporting Seymour Pink, please visit our website to complete the Fundraiser Notification Form so we can help share details about your event! We look forward to seeing you at these events and joining forces with you all month long to continue the fight! Mary Deming Founder/President Seymour Pink, Inc.

Blessing Pantry in Seymour to hold Fall Fair Saturday

SEYMOUR - Join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at our fourth annual Fall Fair at Trinity Church to celebrate the Blessing Pantry mission to help our neighbors and friends in the community. 

The church is at 91 Church St.

The fair will feature local crafters, food, baked goods, tag sale treasures, Vermont Cabot Cheese, raffle baskets, live music and fun for the kids! 

Check out our full list...

https://www.trinityseymourct.org/blessingpantry#events

Seymour Culture and Arts to host 19th annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat fun

 

Ansonia Senior Center to serve Thanksgiving Dinner Nov.19

 

Rochelle to meet with constituents Friday at Valley Diner in Derby

 

Sign-ups slated for Ansonia/Derby youth basketball

 

Seymour Emergency Services to hold food drive Nov. 1

 

Shelton Youth Services to show 'Hotel Transylvania' at Veterans Memorial Park

 

Tales and Tunes at Derby Neck Library to feature 'Frankenstein'

 DERBY - This week’s theme [at Derby Neck Library] is Frankenstein. 

We’ll be retelling a child-appropriate version of Mary Shelley’s classic tale of a young scientist who pushed the limits of nature to create life, but failed to consider the consequences of disturbing the natural order.

All ages are welcome, and registration is not required.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

Tweens to read spooky stories at Derby Public Library Oct. 27

Bring your favorite Spooky Season​​​​​​​:

 Book
 Graphic Novel
 Audiobook
 Comic, etc.
We’ll eat snacks, make glow-in-the-dark bookmarks, and chat about great books!

For children in Grades 4th -6th
Registration is required, so we know how many friends to expect.

https://derbypubliclibrary.libcal.com/calendars?cid=21324...

Seymour Public Library to host presentation on Harry Houdini

 

Derby Historical Society to host Tavern Night Oct. 21

 

Griffin Faculty Physicians welcomes endocrinologist to medical group

Jovana Vidovic, M.D.

DERBY - Griffin Faculty Physicians is pleased to welcome Jovana Vidovic, M.D., a compassionate and highly skilled endocrinologist, to its multi-specialty medical group.

Dr. Vidovic joins Griffin Faculty Physicians Endocrinology after completing a fellowship at the University of Washington where she cared for individuals diagnosed with diabetes, thyroid, pituitary, and adrenal disorders, osteoporosis, and other hormone-related conditions with a focus on patient education and so that they could have more control of their chronic condition.

“What I love about endocrinology is that it's about restoring balance,” Dr. Vidovic said. “Too much of a hormone can cause disease, as can too little. Helping patients restore that balance often helps them feel like themselves again.

“The endocrine system is complex, so I take the time to explain conditions using simple analogies and pictures. My goal is for every patient to feel informed, confident, and empowered to manage their health.”

Dr. Vidovic earned her medical degree at Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary and expanded her training as a resident at NY Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn.

She is fluent in English, French, and Serbo-Croatian.

Dr. Vidovic is currently seeing patients at the Griffin Faculty Physicians Endocrinology office at 300 Seymour Ave., Suite 203. 

For more information or to make an appointment, call 203- 735-3500.

Griffin Faculty Physicians provides patient-centered, personalized care with primary care locations in Ansonia, Derby, Naugatuck, Seymour, Shelton, Southbury and Oxford. In addition, the practice provides specialized care in allergy/immunology, podiatry, urology, rheumatology, OB-GYN, cardiology, cardiac electrophysiology, gastroenterology, cardiothoracic surgery, breast surgery, general surgery, and endocrinology. 

For more information, visit https://gfp.griffinhealth.org.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

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

 

Master's Table to serve meal today at Huntington Congregational Church

When: Today, Sunday, Oct. 11 from 3:30-4:30 p.m.(or until food runs out)

Where: Huntington Congregational Church, 19 Church St., Shelton

Must be present to receive a meal.

Park car and enter church hall. If you are unable to exit your car or don't want to come inside, please speak to our volunteers outside and they will bring out your meal.

Pick up meal and browse giveaway table. You can eat your takeout meal inside but bring your own beverage.

Healthy U at Griffin Hospital in Derby to focus on cancer prevention

DERBY - The Healthy U Lecture Series at the Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospitalwill provide an in-depth discussion about ways to prevent cancer and the importance of genetic testing in cancer care Oct. 21 at 6 p.m.

Led by Griffin Health cancer care surgeons and specialists, this free program features trusted medical insight into lifestyle habits that can help prevent cancer, screening recommendations to detect cancer at an early stage when treatments are most effective, and how genetic testing can provide individuals with critical information about their cancer risk. 

There will be ample time for participants to ask the medical experts questions.

The Healthy U Lecture Series offers physician-led presentations and discussions to help individuals better understand how the human body functions and be empowered to manage their health and well-being. 

Griffin Health medical experts will provide in-depth information about the body’s systems to best explain health topics including diabetes prevention, cancer awareness, mental wellness, heart health, nutrition, and exercise for individuals who want to learn more about wellness and disease prevention.

Healthy U is held on the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Community Health Resource Center. The topics for each month are: November – Diabetes Management and Prediabetes Prevention; and December - Healthy Aging.

To reserve your spot or for more information, call 203-732-7399 or register at www.griffinhealth.org/Healthy-U.

Seymour Lions Club postpones car show until Oct. 18

To all the friends & followers of The Seymour Lions Club :

It is with deep regret that we will have to postpone our 57th Annual Benefit Car show until next Sunday, October 18, which is our scheduled rain date. Let's all keep our fingers crossed that we will have wonderful weather for this event!

We hope to see you all next Sunday, enjoy today, it is a beautiful day

Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Thank you so much for your continued support.

Lions Melissa, Jovanii and the Seymour Lions Club members

Ansonia posts updated transfer station fees

Updated Transfer Station fees. For more information on these changes and trash pickup visit: https://www.cityofansonia.com/publicworks

Ansonia to hold Polish-American Heritage flag raising ceremony