Seymour Ambulance to hold EMT course

SEYMOUR - The Seymour Ambulance Association will hold an EMT-Basic class beginning May 18 and running through July 14.

The class will meet Mondays through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to noon, with three Saturday classes.

Saturday classes will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

All sessions are held at Seymour Ambulance Association, 4 Wakeley St.

The cost of the course is $750. It includes text, access to online course navigation, uniforms, and online test prep.

For more information or to register visit seymourems.org or contact Lea Zwally, 203-888-8843 ext. 4.


Info shared from the association's website.

Anti-bullying forum slated at Derby Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library, 313 Elizabeth St will host the second annual Anti-Bullying Forum from 3-4:30 p.m. April 9.

The event is for ages 12-17.

Participants will increase their understanding of what bullying is, learn how to better deal with bully circumstances, and identify consequences associated with these confrontations.

Issues pertaining to social media bullying and school violence will also be addressed through interactive dialog and support materials in a relaxed environment.

The panel will include school administrators, police, and representatives from youth bureaus and other local agencies.

A light dinner will be provided.

Registration is requested. Call 203-736-1482.



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

Ansonia plans to say thanks to veterans in a big way

* Details to follow. Stay tuned! 

Oxford to host first food, arts fest

Save the date: the Town of Oxford will hold its first food and arts fest June 7. Festivities begin at noon.

According to information on the festival Facebook page, "25 [food] trucks and many vendors will gather for a beginning of summer celebration!"

Stay tuned for more information.

Volunteer opportunities available at Shelton community

Volunteering for Wesley Village in Shelton can be a rewarding experience./ Submitted photo

SHELTON - Wanted: Volunteers for Wesley Village.

Operated by United Methodist Homes, Wesley Village provides a wide range of opportunities for volunteers to serve senior citizens in a variety of housing and healthcare settings.  

Volunteers are needed to help in the following areas:  people who play the piano or guitar, transporting to and from beauty salon via wheelchair, friendly visitors, prayer shawl ministry, scrabble, flex and stretch, walking club, travel or history buff, pinochle player, poker, word games, trivia, and bingo.  
We will match your talents and skills with our needs.  

There are many opportunities for adults and students ages 14 and older. If you have time to help others and want a satisfying experience, an overall feeling of well-being and a healthier life – volunteer.   

Contact Barbara Quinn, Director of Volunteers at Wesley Village, 203-944-8292.

This is a press release from United Methodist Homes. 

Reminder: Way of the Cross planned Friday in Ansonia

ANSONIA - The seventh annual Good Friday Way of the Cross Procession sponsored by Ansonia and Derby churches will be held at noon Friday.

The walk symbolizes Jesus' journey on his way to his crucifixion.  

Each year clergy members and lay people participate in the solemn walk, which starts at Veterans Park next to City Hall (253 Main St.) and proceeds up Main Street to the Ansonia Armory.

Participating churches are First Congregational Church of Ansonia, First Congregational Church of Derby, Christ Episcopal Church of Ansonia, Clinton AME Zion Church of Ansonia.

John Zaleski, funeral director, Wakelee Memorial Funeral Home, participates each year and lends his sound system to the event.


This is a press release from the Rev. Marcia Eveland, pastor, First Congregational Church of Ansonia.

Derby Public Library plans book discussion, cooking demo

DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion for 12:30 p.m. April 29.

The selected title is the enchanting novel, The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin.

A.J. Fikry is the cantankerous owner of Island Books near

Hyannis, Mass.  His wife has died, sales are down, and he is slowly isolating himself from the community.

Then a mysterious package arrives that gives him the 

opportunity to see everything anew and change his life.  

This tale of transformation and second chances reminds us why we read.

Multiple copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.

Participants are asked to bring a sandwich and a friend as they “chat and chew."

Dessert and beverages will be provided.  

Registration is requested.  

Cooking demonstration

The Library has scheduled another cooking demo at 6:30 p.m. April 27.

The topic will be Springtime Soups.  

Stacey Ference of Savour Catering will show participants how to use spring's lighter and fresher flavors to make potato and leek, cream of asparagus, and gazpacho soup.

There will be samples of all demonstrated foods.

The class is for ages 18 years and older.  Registration is required.

For information, stop by the Library, call 203-736-1482, or visit www.derypubliclibrary.org.

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.