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

 

Knights of Columbus to present comedy, dance at Holy Rosary Church in Ansonia

 

From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: Actor's Colony Inn in Seymour

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" looks at this old postcard of Actors' Colony Inn on Route 34 in Seymour.

The Inn was THE hot spot in the 1960s where entertainment legends like Tony Bennett, Frankie Avalon, and Tom Jones performed. Later it became a popular catering hall for sports banquets and family gatherings.

[First published on this date in 2018.]

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

Annual Griffin Health Gala slated Oct. 25 at Aria in Prospect

Celebrate the swagger and style of the sensational crooners of the 1950s at The 2024 Griffin Health Gala Oct. 25 at Aria in Prospect.

Starring the one-and-only Sal “The Voice” Valentinetti, this brash bash promises style that’s sharp, music that’s hot and an atmosphere “That’s Amore!” 

Valentinetti is the unforgettable Golden Buzzer sensation and finalist on America’s Got Talent. An Italian-American crooner with a voice that melts hearts and resurrects the swagger of Sinatra, Martin, and Bennett, Valentinetti has got the pipes, the born-and-bred New York personality, and the pizzazz to make sure “Everybody Loves Somebody.”

Black tie dress is suggested. Individual tickets are $225 and a table of 10 is $2,250. 

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Proceeds will support Griffin Health’s mission to provide critical connections between patients and social services, coordinate outpatient care with compassionate outreach and expert navigation, and empower individuals with disease management education and support.

Tickets can be purchased at griffinhealth.org/gala. 

For more information on tickets or sponsorship opportunities, contact Griffin Hospital Development Fund, 203-732-7384 or Lnista@griffinhealth.org.

This is shared from Griffin Hospital's Facebook page.

Naugatuck Valley Relay for Life starts at 10 a.m. today in Shelton

 

Crosby Commons residents in Shelton enjoy variety of summer activities

Residents Eileen Keogh and Jon Krijgsman

SHELTON - Summer may be winding down as the new school year starts, but Crosby Commons residents are making the most of it and enjoying summer bucket list favorites both indoors and out. 

With trips to the shore for lunch, entertainment on the patio, Chef Hector’s famous smash burgers off the grill, yard games, and ice cream truck visits, Crosby residents had no shortage of opportunities for classic summer fun. 

“Residents love our annual outings to Captain’s Cove in Bridgeport and Riley’s By The Sea in Lordship for a glass of wine and a fresh seafood lunch outdoors on the patio,”  said activities director Lauren Donovan. “We have several residents from Stratford who love heading to Riley’s and stopping at Boothe Memorial Park rose garden on the way back.” 

“We also make a trip to Pepe’s in Fairfield every year for the fresh tomato pie, which is another resident favorite. It wouldn’t feel like summer without visits like those.”

Resident Steve Pecylak and Director of Spiritual Life Crista Hernan (with Boo) enjoy a Midsommer celebration.

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The senior living community, part of the Wesley Village campus, also hosted a few unique summer socials, including a strawberry festival, a Swedish Midsommer celebration, and a “Party Like a Pineapple” day. 

The festival featured homemade strawberry pie made with the Jones Family Farms' strawberry festival recipe, homemade strawberry shortcake, live entertainment, and an array of berry-themed treats. 

For the Midsommer celebration, resident Rita Lund made traditional Swedish cookies, the Crosby chefs prepared a Swedish meal, and residents crafted seasonal floral crowns. “Party Like a Pineapple” day was a celebration of all things summer, with reggae music and dance, a Dole Whip culinary demonstration, homemade pineapple upside-down cake, pineapple salsa, pina coladas, and a visit from “Little Miss Pineapple,” two-year-old daughter of Executive Director, David Fife.

The summer’s outdoor entertainment series included favorite performances by the bands, Over Easy and the Boogie Boys, as well as a performance by professional musician and vocalist Stephen Bennett, the son-in-law of a Crosby Commons resident. 

Patio entertainment came with an ever-changing menu of summer cocktails and mocktails such as strawberry-basil lemonade and root beer floats, and sing-a-longs around the campfire with homemade s’mores.

In early September, a week-long celebration in honor of National Assisted Living Week is planned. The week runs from Sept. 8-14.

“Our summer programming is always well-received,” said Donovan. “Crosby residents look forward to sharing their interests, ideas, and requests for favorite trips or events, and everyone comes together to enjoy them.” 

For more information about life at Crosby Commons, please contact Rhonda Stasulli at 203-225-5024 or rstasulli@umh.org.  

About Crosby Commons & Wesley Village: Crosby Commons offers independent and assisted living options at the Wesley Village senior living campus located at 580 Long Hill Ave. in Shelton. 

The campus is part of United Methodist Homes, a local not-for-profit organization, and offers a continuum of care: independent and assisted living, enhanced assisted living, early memory support/memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehab. 

To learn more about Crosby Commons, Wesley Heights, Lifestyle Transitions, or Bishop Wicke Health Center, visit our website or contact us at 203-225-5024. 

This is a press release from United Methodist Homes.

Vendors sought for Ansonia's annual Harvest Festival

 

Save the date: Life Health and Wellness Center in Ansonia to hold fundraiser

 

American Cancer Society Relay for Life slated Sept. 14 in Shelton

SHELTON - Join us for our annual opening ceremony for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Naugatuck Valley at 10 a.m. Sept. 14 at 100 Canal St.

After the opening ceremony we will be hosting our 29th annual Survivor and Caregiver luncheon sponsored by Chick-fil-A, Caloroso Eatery & Bar, Market 32 of Oxford, and Bagel Bros & Co.

Luncheon will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Brunch will be provided along with several games of Bingo!

FREE to ALL Survivors and Caregivers!

The day will run from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and include:

Vendors / Crafters / Teams (over 60+)
Touch A Truck
Kid's Zone
Dunk Tank
Food Trucks
Moon bounce
Full entertainment schedule

Shared from a Facebook event page.

Cornerstone Christian Center in Derby to host annual fall festival on Halloween

 

49th annual Milford Oyster Festival on tap Saturday

Saturday, Aug. 19 
10 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Downtown Milford

Lou Gramm

The Milford Oyster Festival welcomes Lou Gramm, one of the founding members of Foreigner, as our main stage headliner. 

Opening for Lou Gramm will be The Brothers Doobie, a Doobie Brothers Experience. 

There are lots of activities for all ages including more than 200 arts and craft vendors on the green, 30,000 locally sourced oysters, canoe and kayak races, amusements, a children's stage, annual car show, oyster eating and shucking contests, Main Street with local businesses, great food, craft beer and wine, a second stage at Lisman landing with three bands and loads of FUN! 

This is a free event and no tickets are needed.

 For more info https://milfordoysterfestival.com/

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.

'Turnback Tuesday' post from 5 years ago features Actors Colony Inn in Seymour

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" looks at this old postcard of the Actors Colony Inn on Route 34 in Seymour.

The Inn was THE hot spot in the 1960s where entertainment legends like Tony Bennett, Frankie Avalon, and Tom Jones performed. Later it became a popular catering hall for sports banquets and family gatherings.

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

Derby-Shelton fireworks, food, live music, kick off summer fun this evening

 

Bethany Harvest Festival Sunday to feature family fun, food, live music

 

Ansonia Harvest Festival to feature live performances

 

Derby Public Library to host virtual discussion about movies, TV

DERBY - Derby Public Library invites ages 18 and older to join The Streamers Club in a discussion with Joe Meyers at 6:30 p.m. July 26.

The program will focus on what to watch and what not; the best movies and TV shows on your favorite streaming service, as well as 2021’s summer movie blockbusters.

Joe wrote about movies, theater, and books for the Hearst Connecticut Media Group. 

Since 2017 he has been director of Programming for Focus on French Cinema, the five-day festival of the best new French language films held every April in Greenwich, Stamford, and New York City.

Registration is required for this program online to receive the Zoom link and password. 

Registration ends at 4:30 p.m. the day before the event.
Contact the reference desk, 203-736-1482, or dplreference@biblio.org

There are 100 spaces available.

This is shared from the Library's online calendar.

Center Stage in Shelton to host live stream cabaret featuring Broadway music

Center Stage Theatre in Shelton to host Comedy Club on outdoor stage

Seymour Senior Center to host event Thursday for veterans