'Turnback Tuesday' features image of Flood of 1955 in Ansonia

Turnback Tuesday is sharing a new image of the August 1955 Flood. We just received this picture as a donation along with (12) others.

This image was taken from Tremont Street [in Ansonia] looking in the direction of the Naugatuck River.

The building on the right with the red arrow is the back of Spector Furniture. That building is still there today. The buildings to the left are no longer in existence. We are guessing that this image was taken before the water was at its highest point. There is no water line on the buildings.

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

'Turnback Tuesday' features aftermath of Flood of 1955 in downtown Ansonia

Turnback Tuesday shares an image of the aftermath of the Flood of 1955.

Spector Furniture on Main Street, Ansonia, suffered complete loss of merchandise as did so many other businesses and homes in the area. Luckily, Spector Furniture survived and is still in the same location today.

Derby Public Library will be having a display on the 70th Anniversary of the Flood that includes never-before-seen images taken by Harold B. Yudkin as well as some testimonials from those who were there.

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

City of Ansonia, Road Ready, Spector Furniture holding toy drive through Thursday

Cassetti seeks toy donations for needy Ansonia children

Mayor David S. Cassetti

ANSONIA - Mayor David S. Cassetti asks residents and visitors to donate a new toy for boys and girls in need in Ansonia.

Please stop by and drop a new toy off in our toy bins at City Hall donated by Burns Construction or at one of our other drop-off points at Spector Furniture or Road Ready Used Cars.

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Derby Historical Society to celebrate Spector Furniture's anniversary

Connecticut's oldest furniture store marks 130 years of business

ANSONIA - Howie and Ken Kreiger, brothers and co-owners of Spector Furniture are inviting you to their celebration at noon Feb. 9 of 130 years of serving the Naugatuck Valley. 

Come and be a part of this momentous occasion as Spector Furniture and Mattress Gallery, 385 Main St., commemorates their achievement with the very public that has made this possible.

The Great Depression, World War I, Prohibition, the Flood of 1955 are all ingrained in the history of their legacy, yet Spector Furniture is still there - family owned and operated since 1890.

The Derby Historical Society is proud to support this historic occasion which helps us to "Preserve Our Place in History."

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Spector Furniture asks that you kindly RSVP to spectorfurniture@aol.com if you intend to join in the ceremony and reception to follow. Spector Furniture will be open to the public this day as well from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This is a press release from Dan Bosques, executive director, Derby Historical Society.

Store in Ansonia to host fundraiser for Valley Shakespeare Festival, TEAM

Performance in Ansonia to benefit Valley Shakespeare Festival, TEAM, Inc.

Spector Spectacular in Ansonia to benefit TEAM, Valley troupe

What do you get when some local professional actors and tell them they can perform inside a furniture showroom? 

A wonderful and unexpected experience you won’t want to miss.  

Spector Furniture and Mattress Gallery, TEAM, Inc., and Valley Shakespeare Festival have teamed up to bring you Spector Spectacular Presents Psycho Beach Party!  

The furniture showroom at 385 Main St., Ansonia, is the perfect set for the professional actors of the Valley Shakespeare Festival to perform a rendition of the off-Broadway show that combines 1950s psychological thrillers with 1960s beach movies with the 1970s slasher films – Psycho Beach Party by Charles Busch.

“This is a show that is a ton of fun for an adult evening out! So many remember those Annette and Frankie moments, but never like this! Like last year, it’ll be an experience not to be missed,” said Tom Simonetti, Director, Valley Shakespeare Festival. 

Doors will open to Spector Spectacular at 6 p.m. Sept. 14 and Sept. 15 with the show starting around 7 p.m. 

The event will feature a silent auction, a raffle, a variety of foods from surrounding restaurants, including sushi and stuffed cookies, and music. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. 

Advance tickets are on sale at $35 per person ($40 at the door) with net proceeds to benefit TEAM, Inc. and Valley Shakespeare Festival. 

Tickets can be purchased online at www.SpectorFurniture.com.  

For program updates, follow Spector Spectacular on Facebook. 

This information is shared from a press release.

Ansonia furniture store is 125 years young

Owners mark milestone Sunday

Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce president Bill Purcell, right, speaks Sunday about Spector Furniture's long history at a 125th anniversary celebration at the store, 385 Main St., Ansonia.

Congratulations go out to Ken and Howie Kreiger, Spector Furniture owners, on their store's milestone.

Please check out my story in today's Valley Independent Sentinel.

Store in Ansonia to mark 125th anniversary

Main Street landmark 

ANSONIA - Spector Furniture & Home Decor is celebrating 125 years in business with sales and a party from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday.