Vendors sought for Ansonia Harvest Festival

Derby Neck Library to offer class on essential oils

DERBY-  The Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave., will offer a free class on Essential Oils at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 27.

Come learn how essential oils can improve your quality of life by providing relaxation an uplifted spirit, and more. 

Beauty and general health tips also will be discussed. 

Free samples will be distributed by professional consultant Willetta Capelle of Derby. 

For details call 203-734-1492.


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

Wesley Village in Shelton to host dementia support group

SHELTON - Do you know or care for someone recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia? Are you in need of support? You’re not alone! 
Caregivers are invited to Wesley Village Sept. 15 and every third Thursday of the month, from 2-3 p.m. for an Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Group. 

The group will offer problem-solving techniques and helpful support for families and caregivers, and will be facilitated by Wesley Village staff. 
Your loved one is welcome to participate in activities in a secure environment while you attend the support group. 

For more information or to RSVP, call 203-225-5024 or visit www.wesleyvillage-ct.org. 

The group will be held at Wesley Heights and Lifestyle Transitions at Wesley Village. Wesley Village is located at 580 Long Hill Ave.

Wesley Village is a campus of senior care communities including Crosby Commons Independent and Assisted Living Community, Wesley Heights Assisted and Independent Living Apartments and Cottages, Lifestyle Transitions Memory Care at Wesley Heights, and Bishop Wicke Health and Rehabilitation Center. The campus is owned and operated by UMH, a local, mission-based, not-for-profit organization serving all members of the community and is located at 580 Long Hill Ave. 
To learn more about the continuum of care offered at Wesley Village or the mission of UMH, please visit www.wesleyvillage-ct.org or contact Lisa Bisson at 203-225-5024.


This is a press release from United Methodist Homes. 

Derby collecting canned soup for St. Vincent De Paul food bank

Save the date: Ansonia fest features food, family fun, crafts, music

Newsletter features BHcare initiative in Ansonia, church festival in Derby, more

Dear readers,

The latest Valley Voice newsletter is out. 

We feature a story about BHcare's Flea Market Flip initiative to benefit and raise awareness of My Sister's Place thrift store in Ansonia. 

Here's the link: http://media.wix.com/ugd/329bf6_4827181c11504d5398df2263a062676d.pdf


Thanks for reading,

 ~ Patti and Ralph

September book discussion slated at Derby Public Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library will host its next Lunchtime Book Discussion at 12:30 p.m. Sept. 28.

The selected title is bestselling author Liane Moriarty's

What Alice Forgot.  

As far as Alice remembers, she is 29 years old, crazy about

about her husband, and pregnant with her first child.  

But when she comes to on the floor of a gym and is whisked off

to a hospital, she finds out that she is actually 39 years old, divorced, and has three children.  
Alice must now reconcile the woman she thinks she is with this "new" Alice that she doesn't really like very much.

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.  
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.