Derby Neck Library hosting virtual Gadgets & Gizmos Club on Wednesdays

The club will meet from 4-4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays from today through July 1.

Shared from Derby Neck Library event page:

"Join this live stream to see Miss Krissy demonstrate basic, everyday STEAM projects you can do at home with thingamabobs you have lying around! Links will be provided for more info, and a chat will be available for questions. Let's see what WE can create!

"This event is hosted on our Google Classroom!
Classroom Code: auxndrb

*For safety reasons, the Google Classroom is only open to students and teachers in the Derby Public School System at this time.
"If you're not from Derby and would like to attend, please send us a message to be added to our mailing list! You will receive a meeting link shortly before the event starts."

Recuperation journey: Sentimental sunset

I saw this stunning sunset from the Derby Greenway four years ago today. 
Sadly, as it turned out, this beautiful sky occurred at the same time my mother passed away, making this photo one I will always cherish.

Naugatuck Valley Health District: 3 more COVID-19 associated deaths

The NVHD posted these charts at 6:18 p.m. today (Tuesday). For more information please visit the agency's Facebook page.

Seymour Community Center to host virtual workshop on walking for exercise

Free Virtual Workshop Tomorrow! Walk "This" Way May 13, 12:00 pm It’s a perfect time to learn how to MAXIMIZE walking for exercise. Join Veteran personal trainer and walking coach, Linda Gottlieb and Learn the 4 types of walking (Yes! there are four), Mistakes you may be making, How to safely increase variety and maximize your walk to gain the results you want.  Linda will demonstrate how to mix up your walk, including how to create an IN HOME walk program you can do anytime.  Register Now Seymour Community Center Click Here for a List of Staff & Contact Information Administrative Office Hours Monday -Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Friday 8 am--12 pm (203) 888 - 0406

'Turnback Tuesday' features Birmingham Iron Foundry in Derby

Turnback Tuesday visits the Birmingham Iron Foundry of Derby, which was started as a small shop in 1836 by twin brothers Sylvester and Sullivan M. Colburn. 
By 1838, their brother, Dr. J. M. Colburn, became associated followed by Sheldon Bassett. The Coburns sold the business in 1850, with Bassett becoming president until 1865. 
This photo shows the Foundry's main plant at Derby Depot with access to the train and canal. It produced all kinds of iron and brass castings. By 1896, Birmingham Iron Foundry employed 200 people.


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

Shelton History Center shares Huntington Fire Company photo from 1920

The Huntington Fire Company raised money through members' dues, donations and by hosting dances and carnivals. 
This photograph from 1920 shows the department with the equipment and uniforms they were able to purchase with the funds raised.

*Information shared from the Shelton History Center Facebook page.

Derby Historical Society to feature hornbooks on 'Tuesdays at Ten'

Shared from the Derby Historical Society's Facebook page:

"Tuesday Tours at Ten" will feature a special guest today. 

Our young friend will demonstrate how to make a paper-crafted hornbook with simple materials. Please go to facebook.com/davidhumphreyshouse and "Like" our page. Tune in at 10 a.m.