Parent university scheduled in Derby

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History of Halloween in Derby topic of Library sessions

DERBY - The Derby Public Library holds weekly Local History Information Sessions 

from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and from 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays.

During this time the Library’s Local History Coordinator offers information on monthly highlighted topics.

October’s topic will be From Tricks to Treats – A History of Halloween in Derby.

Assistance also will be available for research on topics such as genealogy, prominent local 

figures, major area events, and more.  

For information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit 

www.derbypubliclibrary.org.  

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

CWV Post in Derby to host dinner, movie

DERBY - Catholic War Veterans Post 1562 and Auxiliary will hold their monthly Pasta Dinner and a Movie at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Post, 112 Derby Ave.

Have some pasta, meatballs, salad, and dessert for $6 and if you like, stay for the movie and popcorn. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for the Marines Toys for Tots Program and receive $1 off admission. 

For more information call the Post after 1 p.m. at 203-734-9748.


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

Learn to paint with water colors at Derby Public Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library will host another popular Water Color Painting Workshop at 6 p.m. Sept. 29.

Ages 18 and over are invited to enjoy this fun evening resulting in fabulous art.

Participants will go home with new friends, great memories, and a newly-created masterpiece that will show off your 

“inner-artist.”  

No experience?  No problem! 
Derby resident Rich DiCarlo, Valley Arts Council president, will guide you step-by-step on this creative journey as you learn the ins and outs of creating your own water color painting.

No previous artistic experience is necessary. This class is great for beginners or seasoned professionals. Snacks will be provided.  

It is promised to be a surprisingly easy and fun way to spend an evening!  
Registration is required.  

For more information, stop by the Library, 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or 

visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.   


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

Bingo planned to benefit Seymour Ambulance Association

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$17K raised in Ansonia for families of Nyah and Leah

ANSONIA – More than $17,000 was raised in two fundraisers to support the families of two six-year old children who lost their lives in car accidents in August. 

Nyah Marcano, a Prendergast student, and Leah Rondon, a Mead student, were about to enter first grade this year. 

In addition to the two fundraisers, the City of Ansonia donated $6,780 from the proceeds of the “Rock the Valley” event on Aug. 22.

The two fundraisers were held last week: A ziti dinner on Aug. 27, and an “Ansonia Goes Blue for Nyah and Leah” balloon fundraiser on Aug. 28 and 29. 

Hundreds of volunteers, including parents, staff from Ansonia Public Schools, the Ansonia Fire Department, the Ansonia Police Department, Ansonia Rescue Medical Services, the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, and other agencies donated their time for one or both events. 

More than 400 people attended the ziti fundraiser, while more than 2,200 balloons were sold and delivered to Ansonia homes and businesses. 

An additional 700 balloons were tied to the fronts of every school and public building in town as well.

“On behalf of Ansonia Public Schools, we are extremely grateful for the outpouring of support during this time of sadness for the Marcano and Rondon families,” said Dr. Carol Merlone, Superintendent of Schools. She gave special thanks to the City of Ansonia, the many companies that donated to the fundraisers, the staff of Ansonia Public Schools, and every volunteer. “Ansonia is a caring community that showed its unity and its strength,” Merlone said.

The Valley United Way is serving as fiduciary for all funds that were raised. A committee has been formed to distribute the funds that were raised.

This is a press release from Ansonia Public Schools.

Valley United Way names Shelton resident campaign vice-chair

Jimmy Tickey

Valley United Way has announced an addition to this year’s campaign team. 

Shelton resident Jimmy Tickey has graciously accepted the prestigious volunteer position of Campaign Vice-Chair.  

Tickey, working alongside this year’s campaign chair, Superintendent of Shelton Public Schools Freeman Burr, and Sara Aylward, Director of Resource Development for Valley United Way has set an aggressive goal to raise $1,050,000 to support Valley United Way and its partner agencies serving individuals and families right here in our five-town community.  

No stranger to Valley United Way, Tickey had been a Youth Leader in high school and now has returned to help the organization that helped lead him on the path to community service.

Together, with the help of a team of dedicated volunteers, Tickey, Freeman, and the staff at Valley United Way look forward to a successful campaign season to raise $1,050,000 for the Valley.

Valley United Way is an important non-profit deeply rooted in our local community.  
The mission is simple: to improve lives through philanthropy, volunteerism and collaboration.  

Valley United Way focuses on education, financial stability, and health because those are the building blocks for a good, quality life and strong, thriving community.  

For more information on Valley United Way or to donate to this year’s campaign visit www.valleyunitedway.org or call 203-926-9478.

Meet the Campaign Team at Valley United Way’s Community Kickoff Sept. 16.  
The free event runs from 5:15-7 p.m. at the Shelton Riverwalk.  

For more information contact Sara Aylward, 203-926-9478 or e-mail sara.aylward@valleyunitedway.org.  


This is a press release from the Valley United Way.