Seymour Community Center to host mahjong club on Thursdays

 

30+ Rec Basketball League to start March 8 at Seymour Community Center

 

Learn to play Mahjong on Wednesdays at Derby Neck Library

 

DERBY - Beginning on Wednesday, October 8, we're hosting a brand new Mahjong Meetup! 

Join us [at Derby Neck Library] on the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month at 12 p.m. for a casual, low-stakes, and totally stress free mahjong game, perfect for beginners. Bring your own tiles if you have them, or share the library's new sets with other players.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

Derby Neck Library to hold Dungeons & Dragons session Thursday

DERBY - Join us [at Derby Neck Library] for the rescheduled session of "How to DND: Character Creation" from 3-4 p.m.Thursday, July 10.

Dive into the exciting world of Dungeons & Dragons and learn how to create your unique character.

Whether you're new to the game or just need help making a character, this session is for you!

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby slates mystery game fun

DERBY - Join the fun at the Osborne Homestead Museum and solve the mystery to find Osbornedale Ivanhoe! 

“Where is Ivanhoe?” mystery game will be held indoors at the Osborne Homestead Museum on Dec. 27 and 28 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 

This will be a free, family-friendly event, and participants can play the game at their own pace. Participants will go to the Osborne Homestead Museum to get a map and directions. 

For more information and to register, call 203-734-2513 or email DEEP.Kellogg@ct.gov.

Huntington Branch Library to hold Nintendo Switch Night for tweens, teens

Tween/Teen Nintendo Switch Night: Gang Beasts

SHELTON -Tweens/teens ages 10 and over can join us from 4:45-5:45 p.m Feb. 23 at the Huntington Branch Library for an hour of hard hitting fun as we play Gang Beasts on the Nintendo Switch!

Caregivers with children under the age of 12 must stay in the library for the duration of the program.

Register online: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=483993&PK=

or call: (203) 926-0111.

The Library is at 41 Church St.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Setback tournament on tap at Holy Rosary Church Hall in Ansonia

 

Oxford vs. Woodland High School girls' volleyball game to benefit Seymour Pink

 

Derby Neck Library to host virtual Animal Crossing Meet-Up Saturday

DERBY - Derby Neck Library staff invites Tweens and teens to join them on Nintendo Switch for some relaxation and in-game socializing. 

We'll fish and catch bugs together, visit each other's islands and shops, and play hide-and-seek games! 

There's always some fun surprises waiting at Derby Neck Island as well...

Library’s Switch Friend Code: 2215-9086-7325
Discord: DBNeck #3627

A Zoom meeting link will also be provided for those who do not have a Discord account--please register for our Youth Services mailing list here https://forms.gle/EUp2yRBLFNJVMnz17 or call the library at 203-734-1492 to receive the Zoom link!

Please note you do need a Nintendo Online subscription to participate!

This is shared from Derby Neck Library's Facebook page.

Derby High School softball team raises $3,000 for Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness

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DERBY -The Derby High School softball team recently presented Griffin Health Assistant Vice President of Diagnostic Services Christine Cooper and Griffin Hospital President/ CEO Patrick Charmel with a $3,000 donation to The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital.

The funds were raised at Derby High School’s 10^th Annual Pink Softball Game held in May against Oxford High School. 

Organized by long-time Griffin Hospital employee and Derby High School Softball Coach Joe DiMartino, the fundraiser is held in honor of his wife, Lori, a breast cancer survivor.

Overall, the annual event has raised a total of more than $30,000 to help breast cancer patients in the greater Valley community.

Located at 300 Seymour Ave. The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital offers patients a comprehensive range of personalized breast care and wellness services. 

For more information call 203-732-1300 or visit griffinhealth.org/hcbw.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Watch Ansonia vs. Derby Boys Basketball live today

Shared from Ansonia Public Schools' Facebook page:
 

Derby Neck Library hosts virtual trading card game club on Mondays

"Have your cards on hand if you own any, but just like our in-person version, they are not necessary--you just need a love of all things Pokémon! 

Join us [at Derby Neck Library from 4-5:30 p.m. Monday] for a look at some of the newest cards, "Who's that Pokémon", and more! Afterwards, players who have their own decks can split off into separate meeting rooms to battle!

"This event is hosted on our Google Classroom!
Classroom Code: auxndrb

*For safety reasons, the Google Classroom is only open to students and teachers in the Derby Public School System at this time. If you're not from Derby and would like to attend, please send us a message to be added to our mailing list! 

You will receive a meeting link shortly before the event starts."

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Shelton Library System slates Animal Crossing fun for Teens and Tweens Thursday

SHELTON - Tweens and teens can join Miss Jessica from Huntington Branch Library at 2:30 p.m. Thursday on her Animal Crossing island for an hour of play!

Come trade DIYs, gather bugs, fish, dive, collect fossils, and grab mystery items!

**Patrons must have a Nintendo Switch, a copy of the game Animal Crossing, and an active Internet connection on the Switch to participate**

Patrons must register with an email address to receive a Zoom Meeting ID and password prior to the beginning of the program, where Miss Jessica will go over rules and expectations.

Register here: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661...

Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Derby Neck Library to host Magic:The Gathering Club via Zoom

DERBY - Derby Neck Library invites Teens and tweens to play the collectible fantasy card game Magic: The Gathering with friends over Zoom at  6:30 p.m. Dec. 2.

Players who do not have their own decks are encouraged to create a free account with Magic: The Gathering Arena to play each other online, but be sure to play through the tutorial ahead of time - otherwise, you won't be able to play anyone during the meeting!

Magic: The Gathering Arena link: https://magic.wizards.com/en/mtgarena

Email kwarrenger at derbynecklibrary.org to be put on a mailing list. A meeting link will be sent out at 6:20 p.m. for a 6:30 p.m. start. 

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page. 

Seymour soccer team dedicates game in memory of teammate's mother