Local couple to sing the oldies at Derby Senior Center Sept. 3

 

Derby Public Library Book Club marks America's 250th at senior center discussion

DERBY - Join Derby Public Library as we continue to celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with our TURNING THE PAGE BOOK CLUB. Our next book discussion on Aug. 5 at Derby Senior Center is about 'The Girl from Greenwich Street' by Lauren Willig.

Based on the true story of a famous trial, this novel is Law and Order: 1800, as Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr investigate the shocking murder of a young woman who everyone—and no one—seemed to know.

At the start of a new century, a shocking murder transfixes Manhattan, forcing bitter rivals Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr to work together to save a man from the gallows.

Just before Christmas 1799, Elma Sands slips out of her Quaker cousin’s boarding house—and doesn’t come home. Has she eloped? Run away? No one knows—until her body appears in the Manhattan Well.

Her family insists they know who killed her. Handbills circulate around the city accusing a carpenter named Levi Weeks of seducing and murdering Elma.

But privately, quietly, Levi’s wealthy brother calls in a special favor….

Aaron Burr’s legal practice can’t finance both his expensive tastes and his ambition to win the 1800 New York elections. To defend Levi Weeks is a double win: a hefty fee plus a chance to grab headlines.

Alexander Hamilton has his own political aspirations; he isn’t going to let Burr monopolize the public’s attention. If Burr is defending Levi Weeks, then Hamilton will too. As the trial and the election draw near, Burr and Hamilton race against time to save a man’s life—and destroy each other.

Part murder mystery, part thriller, part true crime, The Girl From Greenwich Street revisits a dark corner of history—with a surprising twist ending that reveals the true story of the woman at the center of the tale. 

Shared from the Derby Public Library Facebook page.

Learn to manage chronic disease in workshop at Derby Senior Center

 

From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: The Home Trust Company

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features The Home Trust Company, which was incorporated by a special charter of the Connecticut General Assembly in 1893. The company was located on the corner of Main and Elizabeth Streets in Derby.

In 1901, Home Trust Co. built its own building at the same location and occupied half of the first floor. In 1922, an addition was built so the company could make use of the entire first floor. The bank dealt with "savings, real estate management, insurance and trust department functions."

In the 1970s, the bank was merged out of existence. Today, the building is home to the Derby Senior Center.

[First posted on this date in 2017.]

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

Derby Public Library, senior center slate senior summer book club

 

Frozen pipes, gas smell close Derby Senior Center today

Shared from Derby Town Clerk Marc J. Garofalo:

The Derby Senior Center is closed on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026 due to frozen pipes and the smell of gas. We regret any inconvenience.

Vaccination clinic slated Tuesday at Derby Senior Center

Get your flu shot Tuesday, Oct. 28 between 12:30-2:30 p.m. at the Derby Senior Center! This is our last scheduled public clinic.

Appointments at the NVHD office are available by calling 203-881-3255 x 107.

Derby Senior Center to host game night Friday

 

Derby Public Library, Derby Senior Center to host Fall Book Club

Thank you to all who participated in our Senior Summer Book Club! 

Though our book discussions are done for the summer there is time to get ready for our Fall Book Club that will be hosted at the Derby Senior Center.
We hope to see you soon!

Shared from the Derby Public Library Facebook page. 

Summer book club to meet Wednesday at Derby Senior Center

 Derby Senior Center is at 293 Main St., Derby.

From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: Home Trust Company in Derby

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features The Home Trust Company, incorporated by a special charter of the Connecticut General Assembly in 1893.

The company was located on the corner of Main and Elizabeth Streets in Derby. In 1901, Home Trust Co. built its own building at the same location and occupied half of the first floor. In 1922, an addition was built so the company could make use of the entire first floor.

The bank dealt with "savings, real estate management, insurance, and trust department functions."

In the 1970s, the bank was merged out of existence. Today, the building is home to the Derby Senior Center.

[This was first published on this date in 2017.]

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

Senior Summer Book Club to meet Wednesday at Derby Senior Center

DERBY - Reminder! Our Senior Summer Book Club will meet tomorrow, Wednesday, June 4 at 1 p.m. in the Derby Senior Center for our first meeting!

Join Derby Public Library’s Marianne Smertiuk to discuss "The Kitchen Front" by Jennifer Ryan.

This shared from Derby Public Library's Facebook page.

Derby Senior Center to host health & wellness clinic for pets

 

Seniors in Derby, Shelton eligible to receive free sand and salt

This program is sponsored by the Derby-Shelton Rotary Club. 

Rochelle, Scanlon to discuss drug discount card at Derby Senior Center

 

Derby Senior Center to host medication presentation Friday

 

Construction forces closing of Derby Senior Center next week

Attention: Due to the construction and for the safety of our members, the center will be closed to the public next week (8/12--8/16/24). Classes and events will hopefully resume 8/19. We will keep you posted.

Staff will be here if you have any questions or would like to check in with us. The ice cream social and the cookout will be rescheduled, date TBD.

Sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding and patience.

This is shared from Derby Senior Center's Facebook page.

Derby Senior Center closing Monday for Elizabeth Street construction

ATTENTION: The Derby Senior Center will be closed on Monday, Aug. 5 due to the construction in front of our Elizabeth Street entrance.

We are sorry for any inconvenience. Thank you for your understanding.

Shared from the Center's Facebook page.

DerbyTown/City Clerk: Impending snow Tuesday closes 3 city buildings

Derby City Hall, Derby Senior Center, and the Derby Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024 due to weather conditions.

 

Be safe.

This is a press release from Derby Town/City Clerk Marc J. Garofalo.

Derby Senior Center to host Pizza Dance Party

DERBY - The Derby Senior Center's Pizza Dance Party Aug. 17 at noon is selling out quick! Call to reserve your spot! Cost: $10.

Menu is homemade pizza, salad, and dessert with entertainment provided by singer Paula Pettinella.

She will be performing classics, oldies, country, disco, doo wop, and of course, Italian songs! It's sure to be a good time!

This is shared from the senior center's Facebook page.