Derby Public Library to close Monday in observance of Presidents' Day

 

Shelton Libraries to close Monday in observance of Presidents' Day

 

Seymour Public Library to close Tuesday for President's Day holiday

 

Seymour Public Library to close Tuesday in observance of Presidents' Day

 

City of Ansonia offices to close on Presidents' Day Monday

Shelton Libraries closing Monday to observe Presidents' Day

 

Derby Public Library to be closed Monday in observance of Presidents' Day

DERBY - Derby Public Library will be closed on Monday, February 20 in observance of Presidents' Day. Outside book drops will be open to return Library items.

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

Enjoy the great selection of eBooks, audiobooks, movies and TV shows using the online resources found on our website (www.derbypubliclibrary.org) including apps such as Libby, OverDrive and Hoopla.

With Hoopla, you may borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen – your computer, your phone, your car, even your smart TV!

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Seymour Public Library will close Tuesday to observe Presidents' Day

SEYMOUR - Seymour Public Library will be closed Tuesday in observance of Presidents' Day. Everyone have a wonderful holiday!

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Derby City Hall to close Monday in honor of Presidents' Day

 

Shelton Libraries to close Monday for Presidents' Day

Hours for Plumb Memorial Library for the rest of this week:

10:00am - 4:00pm Thursday
10:00am - 4:00pm Friday
10:00am - 3:00pm Saturday

Hours for Huntington Branch Library for the rest of this week:

12:00pm - 7:00pm Thursday
10:00am - 4:00pm Friday
10:00am - 3:00pm Saturday 

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Derby Public Library to close in observance of Presidents' Day

DERBY - The Derby Public Library will be closed Monday, Feb. 21 in observance of the Presidents' Day holiday. 

There will be *NO* vestibule service that day. Returns may be left in our drop boxes.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Derby Historical Society celebrates George Washington, David Humphreys

This information is shared from Daniel Bosques, executive director, Derby Historical Society.

Presidents’ Day Washington’s Birthday   George Washington, oil painting by Gilbert Stuart, c. 1796  What an extraordinary man George Washington was.  The burden our first President bore as the leader of our country was one he would have not sought willingly, but duty to his fellow Americans outweighed all other options. He has endured gracefully.  Washington selflessly embraced the role of first President of the free and independent United States of America. Freedom. It has such a good ring to it. Freedom rings because of our patriot forefathers.  Democracy exists because of the Republic for which our very fFlag stands.  Indeed, countries are forged in the crucible of fire and war, and though many of the battles have been won, we continue the work since there is still much to do. Did you know that George Washington referred to David Humphreys (our local hero of the Revolution) as his Beloved and My Dear Humphreys?  In a letter titled from George Washington to David Humphreys, 30 October 1785, Washington would tell Humphreys that he had the authorization and permission to write a biography for those who would want “to be acquainted with the Memoirs of my life” (UPV, 1994).  In that very letter, Washington makes reference to a previous letter that he sent to Humphreys where he assured Humphreys he would be welcome to stay at Mt. Vernon as his personal guest and that he would “be considered, & treated as one of the family [and] would meet with that cordial reception & entertainment, which are characteristic of the sincerest friendship” (UPV, 1994, pp. 328-329). Humphreys was a fascinating individual.  He was born at our circa 1698 David Humphreys House Museum in 1752, went to Yale College at the age of 15, and after receiving his Master’s Degree at the age of 22, became a schoolmaster for a period of two years.  When Humphreys answered the call to join the Continental Army, he made his way up the military ranking quite quickly - in three years he was a Brigade Major in the 6th Connecticut Regiment, and a Lieutenant Colonel at the age of 28.  Before serving under Washington’s command as a personal aide, Humphreys served under General Israel Putnam and later in life wrote a biography on Putnam which could be found here.  Humphreys then went on to serve under General Nathanael Greene.  In 1780, Humphreys commanded the all-Black 2nd company of the 3rd, and later the 4th Regiment of the Connecticut Line.  The formal inclusion of African Americans in the Continental Army began in January of 1776 when George Washington lifted the ban on Black enlistment. Today we celebrate President’s Day, which is a celebration of the lives of all U.S. presidents.  Washington’s birthday marks our yearly holiday, and so, we invite you to check out the links we have below to learn more about the David Humphreys and Washington connection. David Humphreys' Life of General Washington: With George Washington's Remarks here The 6th Connecticut Regiment's History on Captain (Colonel) David Humphreys here Celebrated biographer Ron Chernow's biography on Washington here John Koopman III's website here and his novel, George Washington at War - 1776 here

Ansonia will have regular trash, recycle pickup this week

ANSONIA - There will be a regular schedule for Trash and Recycle pickup this week.

City buildings will be closed tomorrow (Monday), in observance of Presidents' Day.

Shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Seymour Public Library closed Monday to observe Presidents' Day

SEYMOUR - Seymour Public Library will be closed Monday in observance of the Presidents' Day holiday.

Derby Public Library to close Monday for Presidents' Day

All Derby Public Library services will be closed on Monday, February 15 in observance of the Presidents' Day holiday.

Seymour Public Library to be closed Tuesday for holiday

Seymour Public Library will be closed Tuesday, Feb. 18 in observance of Presidents' Day. 

Have a safe and happy holiday!

Unplug today? Yay or nay?

Happy Presidents' Day!

Unplug today? George and Abe would no doubt approve.

Many people have a holiday today, and I was considering taking a holiday from the computer. 
But I really don't know if I can stay away all day.

If I did, I could do some laundry, read a book, bake a cake, make a nice dinner for my family ... or if I stay right here I could get some work done on our next Valley Voice newsletter.

While I debate this radical idea, I'll share the link to issue #3 here:

http://goo.gl/MThckR

I hope you enjoy it!

Take a night hike, learn about groundhogs, birds, more at Ansonia Nature Center

FULL SNOW MOON HIKE – Feb. 3, 6 p.m.
Usually the heaviest snows fall in February. Hunting becomes difficult, so for some Native American tribes this was the Hunger Moon. 
Join Rangers Jess and Mike for this cold winter night activity. If the snow is heavy, bring snowshoes—or borrow a pair from the Nature Center. Wear appropriate winter clothing and shoes. 
Fee: $1. Call to register.

NATURE’S CHILD: Groundhogs –  Feb. 6, 10:30 a.m.
Learn all about these super sleepers with Wendy. Take a short walk to look for their sleeping quarters, make a take-home craft, and hear a short story about these furry critters.
TUITION: $7 per child ($5 for family-level FANCI members and Ansonia residents). 
Please pre-register for this class for preschoolers and their adults. 

SNOWSHOE SATURDAY – Feb. 7, 10 a.m.
Need to get out? Enjoy the winter with this guided hike through our woodland and fields. Great exercise and fun for adults and older kids. We have a limited number of snowshoes, so please register in advance. Think snow! Free.

BACK TO BASICS: How to Make a Coldframe –  Feb. 7, 2 p.m.
Home gardeners browsing through the new seed catalogues in anticipation of this year’s growing season will want to attend this PowerPoint presentation on building a coldframe to get their plants started earlier. Free. Please pre-register.

BLUEBIRD HOUSE WORKSHOP – Feb. 14, 2 p.m.
The bluebird’s return is a remarkable conservation success story! Thousands of people across America who have seen the bluebird have fallen in love. Bluebirds are thriving, but still need our help. 
Come and learn about the Eastern Bluebird, bluebird nesting boxes, and how you can attract bluebirds to your yard and protect them from predators. Help these cheerful charmers by building nesting boxes. 
Please pre-register. Fee: $5 per box.

PRESIDENTS’ DAY OWLING – Feb. 16, 1 p.m.
Join us for a stealthy foray into the forested parklands to seek the haunts of our most silent nocturnal predators. This program is for all ages but keeping quiet is the key to our success. Upon our return we will warm up in the Nature Center to learn about owl adaptations and meet some of our animal ambassadors. Free. Please register.

“A PASSION FOR BIRDS” WITH HENRY LAPPEN –  Feb. 28, 1:30 p.m.
Henry Lappen uses beautiful masks and a comic portrayal of birds to inspire appreciation and understanding of the avian world. We’ll learn how birds adapt to their environment, and why they look and act the way they do. 
Henry dances to demonstrate the form and motion of the different species. 

Learning some mime skills, we’ll join him, taking on the character of each bird and finding out more about it. We’ll wear masks and soar as Eagles, stalk as Herons, and swim as Puffins. Additional topics include nest building, preening, and hiding from danger. Free. Please pre-register. 

Call for more information on any of the above programs, 203-736-1053.

The nature center is at 10 Deerfield Road.