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Monday, June 13, 2016
Cooking competition stirs creativity at Griffin Hospital in Derby
DERBY - Sixth grader Haylee Johnson of Ansonia, was top chef at the third annual Valley Initiative to Advance Health and Learning in Schools Healthy Cooking Competition.
Johnson’s Butternut Squash French Toast was named best by a panel of judges that included elected officials and representatives from Ansonia, Derby, Seymour and Shelton at Griffin Hospital May 17.
Johnson’s recipe beat out tasty and healthy entries by Alyssa Teixeira of Shelton, Anthony Nakis of Derby, and Arlinda Pera, of Seymour.
Johnson’s recipe beat out tasty and healthy entries by Alyssa Teixeira of Shelton, Anthony Nakis of Derby, and Arlinda Pera, of Seymour.
“Each year, the contest provides a fun and exciting way for local students to showcase their talents for cooking, and to encourage a passion for both healthy eating and cooking within the local community,” said Amy Bethge, MPH, VITAHLS Coordinator at The Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center.
The four contestants advanced to the finals by winning regional competitions in their school district.
All finalists received a gift tote from Massaro Community Farm filled with a children's cookbook, a $20 gift certificate for produce from the farm, movie passes to Seymour Entertainment Cinemas, a personalized apron, and other items.
As the grand prize winner, Johnson also received a gift certificate to SportsCenter of Connecticut in Shelton and a Nutri Ninja Blender.
All finalists received a gift tote from Massaro Community Farm filled with a children's cookbook, a $20 gift certificate for produce from the farm, movie passes to Seymour Entertainment Cinemas, a personalized apron, and other items.
As the grand prize winner, Johnson also received a gift certificate to SportsCenter of Connecticut in Shelton and a Nutri Ninja Blender.
VITAHLS is a childhood obesity prevention initiative collaboration between Griffin Hospital, Yale Griffin PRC, and the Ansonia, Derby, Seymour, and Shelton school districts.
Since 2011, VITAHLS has integrated a variety of nutrition and physical activity programs into the existing school structure to help reduce childhood obesity.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Get quackin' and buy a duck for river race on Derby Day
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Derby Public Library offers resume workshops
DERBY - The Derby Public Library offers Resume Workshops at 6:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.
During these sessions, participants are welcome to either start from scratch or bring copies of their existing resumes, cover letters as well, for review and optimizing.
Often times a new resume can be created simply by making a number of subtle tweaks versus a whole new change.
The next class will be held July 6.
Registration is not required.
For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth
For more 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.
This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.
Seymour Public Library to host summer activities for children
SEYMOUR - A variety of free children's programs is planned this summer at Seymour Public Library, 46 Church St.
Sign-ups for the Summer Reading Club and all programs will begin June 21.
July 6 - 2 p.m. – Summer Reading Kick-off Program – Sciencetellers present “Power and Energy” –Amazing Event Show to thrill and entertain – for all Ages!
July 7 - 10:30 a.m.– Edward Leonard’s ‘Silly Song Sing-a-Long’ for toddlers – 10-year olds
July 8 - 2 p.m. – Origami Crafting Workshop for Young Adults.
July 12 - 10:30 a.m. – Science Snoopers’ “Creature Feature - The Octopus” featuring natural science, story, and a craft – for ages 4 and up
July 12, 19, 26 - 2 p.m. - Art in the Afternoon –a series of three (must register for all three) art workshops in drawing, sculpting, and painting for Young Adults, ages 10 and up – limited space.
July 13 - 10:30 a.m.-noon - Creative Dramatics Workshop “the Tortoise and the Hare” Acting workshop and more for ages 5 and up - limited space.
July 14 - 10:30 a.m.– Lynn Lewis and Friend Sing, Dance and have a great time! All ages.
July 14 - 2 p.m. – Candy Sushi! Create fun treats – YAs 10 and up - limited space.
July 15, 22, 29, and Aug. 5 - 10:30 a.m. – 3-D Cartooning Art Workshop with Debi – a series of four workshops for ages 5 and up - limited space.
July 15 - 2-4 p.m.– Jamilah Henna Creations – presentation about Henna and then, creating henna for Young Adults ages 10 and up – limited by time.
July 19 - 10:30 a.m.– Science Snoopers’ “Giants of the Land” – natural science, story, and a craft for ages 4 and up.
July 19 - 2 p.m. – Young Adult Art in the Afternoon continues…
July 20 - 2 p.m. – Jewelry Making for Young Adults age 10 and up - limited space.
July 21 - 10:30 a.m.– Curious Creatures – Live animal show- exotic animals! For all ages.
July 22 - 10:30 a.m. – 3-D Cartooning Art Workshop with Debi continues ...
July 26 - 10:30 a.m.– Science Snoopers’ “Our Special Planet” Natural science, story and a craft for ages 4 and up
July 26 – 2 p.m. – YA Art in the Afternoon continues…final class
July 27 - 10:30 a.m. - ‘How Cool is That?’ - Dissecting Owl Pellets! Hands on program – everyone participates in this lab science workshop! Ages 8 and up - Limited space.
July 28 - 10:30 a.m.– Al deCant/Music for Little Superstars – ‘Ready, Set, Read! On Your Mark…Get Set…Read, Sing, Dance, and Play! All are welcome!
July 29 - 10:30 a.m.- 3-D Cartooning Art Workshop with Debi continues…
Aug. 2 - 10:30 a.m .- Mad Science of Fairfield & New Haven Counties presents “The Science of Sport” Learn, experiment, and make an awesome center of gravity take home!
Aug. 3 - 10:30 a.m.- Lionheart Puppets presents ‘The Reluctant Dragon” for all ages.
Aug. 4 - 2 p.m. – Young Adult program ‘Duct Tape and Pizza”! for ages 10 and up – limited space.
Aug. 5 - 10:30 a.m. - 3-D Cartooning Art Workshop with Debi continues … final session
Aug. 5 - 2 p.m. – Origami Craft workshop – YA program
Aug. 9 - 2 p.m.– Magic! – Scott Jameson nationally acclaimed magician and entertainer. Program is for everyone - don’t miss this one!
Aug. 11 - 10:30 a.m.– Cedar Island Marina Research Laboratory ‘We Bring Long Island Sound to You’ Touch Tank for everyone to experience!
Aug. 17 - 11 a.m.– Casey Carle’s ‘Bubblemania!’ World famous entertainer for our Summer Reading Finale Program!
Please join us immediately after ‘Bubblemania’ for our end of summer reading party! Cake and refreshments, reading certificates and more! Help us celebrate our amazing readers!
Registration is required for all programs, and especially those that are limited in size.
For more information visit the library, call 203-888-3903 or
visit www.seymourpubliclibrary.org.
This is a press release from Ann Szaley, children's librarian, Seymour Public Library.
This is a press release from Ann Szaley, children's librarian, Seymour Public Library.
CWV Post 1562 in Derby to host Flag Day pasta dinner
DERBY - CWV Post 1562 will host a pasta dinner and a movie for only $6 at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday (Flag Day).
The post is at 112 Derby Ave.
For more information or if you're interested in joining Post 1562 call 203-734-9748 after 1 p.m.
This is shared from an online community calendar sponsored by The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and The New Haven Independent.
This is shared from an online community calendar sponsored by The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and The New Haven Independent.
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