Naturalist to lead night hike Wednesday at Osbonedale State Park in Derby

DERBY - Venture into a winter wonderland Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Osbornedale State Park as the moon lights your path. 

Join expert master naturalist  Vince Lasorsa as he guides you through the winter season’s trails, sharing insights into how the park's wildlife adapts to the changes. 

Embrace the serenity of the winter night, experience the crisp air, and enjoy the peaceful ambiance created by the moonlight.

Event information from CT DEEP calendar:

Date:	1/17/2024
Time:	6:30 p.m.
Location:	Kellogg Environmental Center
	500 Hawthorne Avenue
	Derby, CT 06418
Accessibility:	Yes
Directions:	https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Education/Kellogg/Kellogg-Environmental-Center-Directions-and-Contact-Information
Fee:	Free
Registration:	Register in advance by calling (203)734-2513 or e-mail susan.quincy@ct.gov
Contact:	Susan Quincy, (203)734-2513
Contact Email:	Susan.Quincy@ct.gov
Details:	Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Ansonia Nature Center to hold Native American history hike Sunday

Derby Neck Library to host presentation by naturalist

DERBY - Derby Neck Library will host naturalist David Leff of Canton at 6:30 p.m. April 24 to discuss how to travel for one's personal well-being. 
The presentation is called 'Deep Travel-Journey Like Thoreau.'
Leff is a naturalist, poet, and essayist. 

For details call 203-734-1492. The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave. 

This information is shared from an online community calendar sponsored by the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and The New Haven Independent.

Derby Neck Library offers movie, motivational seminar, more in April

DERBY - Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave., hosts Dinner and a Movie for ages 18 and older at 5:30 p.m. April 5. 
 

This month’s film is “Lady Bird.” 
Come enjoy free movie refreshments, including a pizza dinner at intermission.  

Motivational seminar

At 2 p.m. April 7 the Library hosts a free Motivational Seminar conducted by business expert Marjan Sattarpour.  

Learn how she was inspired to change her life, lose weight, and become a champion athlete. She shares her tips for life changes that truly work. 

Author to discuss novel

The Library presents author Beth Lapin discussing her book  “Caravan of Dreams” at 6:30 p.m. April 9.

The story is based on a 1896 death on the railroad tracks in East Hartford, involving gypsies.  

Learn how the author traced down these individuals and reclaimed their story for her novel.  Copies of her book will be available for purchase and signing. 

Women's Forum

The Library will host Women’s Forum, a discussion group that focuses on short stories and Valley history presentations at 12:30 p.m. April 16.

This month we consider two short stories by Willa Cather.  

Copies of the stories are available at the library.  

Feel free to bring a light lunch. We serve coffee and tea. 

Tech Talks

At 10:30 a.m. April 18 the Library will host Tech Talks, a monthly program which offer advice on what is new in technology and how to best use it in your life. 

Author to speak

At 6:30 p.m. April 24 the Library will present noted lecturer David Leff with a talk on “Deep Travel: How to Journey like H.D. Thoreau.”  

Join us as we learn how the famed naturalist approached travel and how he made his observations along the way.  

Leff has authored numerous books of essays, poetry, natural history, and more - all with a focus on the beauties of the natural sights around us in Connecticut.  

Evening Book Club

The Library hosts the Evening Book Club at its fireplace setting at 6:30 p.m. April 30.

This month we discuss “The Death of Ivan Ilyich” by Leo Tolstoy.  

Come enjoy an informative and interesting conversation. 
We focus on an award-winning novella each month.

For information call 203-734-1462.

This is a press release from Patricia Sweeney, reference librarian, Derby Neck Library.