Derby Neck Library to hold chess tournament Monday

DERBY - Test your strategy skills in a friendly chess tournament at 3 p.m. Monday at Derby Neck Library. 

Players of varying skill levels are welcome to compete, learn from each other, and enjoy an afternoon of thoughtful gameplay. 

The winner will receive a $50 prize. For ages 11+.

The library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave. 

Derby Public Library to host talk for seniors on staying safe online

DERBY - Online scams targeting seniors are on the rise and they’re becoming harder to detect. Join us [at Derby Public Library] NEXT TUESDAY Jan. 27 at 1 p.m. for an engaging, hour-long session on how to stay safe online, led by Richard Wilson, CEO of Kyvoo, a Connecticut-based AI company.

Wilson will walk attendees through the latest scam tactics, the technologies behind them, and how to recognize and avoid falling victim.

REGISTER TODAY!: https://derbypubliclibrary.libcal.com/event/15668020

Shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Derby Public Library to host Career Resources' program via Zoom

DERBY - Derby Public Library will host a virtual program on creating resumes from 1-3 p.m. June 17.

Career Resources staff provides guidance for creating resumes for the modern work environment, what pitfalls to avoid, and current standards and styles that make resumes stand out. Free.

Registration at https://bit.ly/3fzNHHp by 4:30 p.m. June 16 to receive the Zoom link and password.

This is shared from the Derby Public Library Facebook page. 

Scouts host annual Ed Strang Day on Derby Green

 Trying out a rope bridge.

Getting to know an alligator.

Dunk tank fun.

Learning archery in the yard of Second Congregational Church across from the Green.

Stay tuned for more photos from Saturday's event in an upcoming Valley Voice newsletter.