Shelton Dems to hold Community Conversation at Plumb Memorial Library

SHELTON - Shelton Democrats are continuing their Community Conversation Series as part of their commitment to educate and engage the community on issues that matter most to residents on a local, state, and national level.

The next Community Conversation will be 'Preparing Our Schools for Success in the 21st Century.' 
The meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St.

David Gioiello, Chair of the Shelton Democrats said, "This conversation takes an important look at the rising cost of education and the changing needs of students."

The conversation will feature a panel of speakers including Patrice McCarthy, Deputy Director and General Counsel at CABE; David Erwin, superintendent with more than 25 years of Connecticut experience; Andrea Leonardi, experienced Special Education Director; Chris Clouet, Superintendent of Shelton Public Schools.

Jimmy Tickey, Vice Chair of the Shelton Democrats said, "Members of the public are invited to attend and participate in this free event, and we look forward to continuing our Community Conversation series."  

This is a press release from the Shelton Democrats. 

Griffin Hospital in Derby to host healthy holiday eating presentations

The Diabetes Education & Support Group at Griffin Hospital will host free talks on healthy eating for the holidays./ Contributed photo

DERBY - The Diabetes Education & Support Group at Griffin Hospital will host two free presentations about healthy eating for the holidays Nov. 13 at 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. 

The hospital is at 130 Division St.

Certified Diabetes Educator Mary Swansiger, will lead “Eat, Drink & Be Healthy to Survive and Thrive through the Holidays,” an open discussion of tips and techniques for finding and maintaining balance, including recipe makeovers, finding time for physical activity, managing stress, and dealing with the “diabetes police.”

The presentations will be in the hospital’s Childbirth Education Classroom A.

The Diabetes Education & Support Group meets September-June on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss the management of diabetes, its challenges, and day-to-day dietary concerns. Individuals with diabetes and their caregivers are welcome to attend.

No registration is required. For more information call Mary Swansiger, 203-732-1137.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

'Fiddler on the Roof' on stage at Ansonia Middle School

ANSONIA - Ansonia Middle School and Ansonia High School students will present “Fiddler on the Roof” at 7 p.m. today, April 26, and 27 at Ansonia Middle School auditorium, 115 Howard Ave.

Tickets are $10 for adults; $5 for students accompanied by an adult.

Call 203-736-5070 for more information.


Please click here for rehearsal photos published last week in The Valley Voice newsletter.