Post 16 in Shelton to hold annual Flag Retirement Ceremony

Rochelle to meet with constituents in Derby, Ansonia

State Rep. Kara Rochelle

HARTFORD - State Rep. Kara Rochelle, D-Ansonia/Derby, will host a pair of Coffee & Conversation events in the coming days as part of her monthly series to keep the public accurately informed and engaged in the democratic process. 

These forums are held to answer legislative questions, discuss topics in the news, provide clear facts and background information, and provide a way for members of the public to share policy ideas and feedback. 

Rochelle will host a Coffee & Conversation session Friday and every third Friday at the Valley Diner in Derby from 8-9 a.m. On Sept. 23,  Rochelle will be at Copper City Bar and Grill in Ansonia from 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

“Being available to the people in our community is important to me,” Rochelle said Tuesday. “In providing a relaxed setting for discussion, I hope residents will feel the political process is accessible to them.  Let’s talk about how to build a better 104^th [District] and better Connecticut. I look forward to seeing everyone.”

This is a press release from Rochelle's office. 

Trevor Anthony to perform for Seymour Pink Day at Hot Tamale in Seymour

Restaurants' pizza 'battle' on tap at Ansonia Harvest Festival

Climate activist to speak at Unitarian Universalist Society in Woodbury

Derby Neck Library to host guitarist, beer historian, Medicare talk

 Musician Peter Biedermann

Medicare options

DERBY - Derby Neck Library presents Certified Choices Advisor Bonnie Chevarella at 3 p.m. Oct. 7 discussing options afforded senior citizens during the Open Enrollment for Medicare changes weeks.  

This period runs from Oct. 15-Dec. 7, 2019. Please bring your questions and concerns to be answered and explained.  

Guitarist to perform

The Library presents a live concert by instrumental guitarist Peter Biedermann at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 9.  

Hear this accomplished musician on a variety of guitars producing melodic and rhythmic tunes. This performance is suitable for all ages.  

Something old, something new

At 1 p.m. Oct. 21 the Library celebrates the 100^th Wedding Anniversary of library founder and donor, Frances Osborne Kellogg and her husband Waldo Stewart Kellogg.  

Adult programs manager Natalie Belanger from the Connecticut Historical Society will present a powerpoint: “Something Old, Something New:  Connecticut Weddings thru the Ages.” 

This is open to the public and begins at 1 p.m. in the Community Room. 

Beer historian

Will Siss, Connecticut author and beer historian will host an Oktoberfest talk and beer tasting featuring local breweries at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 21.   This evening event may only be attended by those ages 21 or older. 

Registration is requested.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave. For information call 203-736-1492.


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

'Turnback Tuesday' features carriage blocks in downtown Derby

Turnback Tuesday takes a step: 
Carriage Stepping Stones/Carriage Blocks/ Mounting Blocks were a very common accessory along Derby streets at one time. 
These stones made it easier when stepping up or down from a carriage. You can see such a stone in this picture in front of the Wallace Homestead located on Minerva Street. There are still remnants of these useful stones in Derby even today.


Thanks go to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.