'Ten Minutes to Midnight' on tap Oct. 10 at drive-in at Warsaw Park in Ansonia

From Connecticut Cult Classics' post on City of Ansonia Facebook page:

"We're partnering with Mainframe Pictures and our pals at the City of Ansonia (along with their 40 foot screen), to bring you a screening of the brand new film 'Ten Minutes to Midnight' starring Caroline Williams ('The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2'), Nicole Kang ('Batwoman'), Alice Kremelberg ('Orange is the New Black'), Adam Weppler ('Long Lost') and Nicholas Tucci ('You're Next') at Warsaw Park in Ansonia! 

"Caroline Williams will be there in person taking "socially distanced" pics and signing autographs!"

The event is hosted by Connecticut Cult Classics and the City of Ansonia. It will run from 7-10 p.m. Oct. 10 at Warsaw Park, 119 Pulaski Highway, Ansonia. 

Tickets : www.connecticutcultclassics.com

Derby Public Library slates STEAM Ahead virtual workshop

DERBY - Derby Public Library will host a STEAM Ahead virtual Water Science Workshop at 10 a.m. Oct. 16.

This special STEAM Ahead story time will have the participation of the South Central CT Regional Water Authority which invites children ages 3-7 for this fun completely virtual educational workshop: Oozing Obleck! 

Kids, with adult supervision, will have some slime fun experimenting with Oblecks and water in various ways.

Registration is required. For information call 203-736-1482.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page. 

Valley Health District posts warning signs during National Suicide Prevention Month

It’s National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

During these times of physical distancing, it may be harder to notice warning signs of suicide.

Some signs you can look for:

• No longer responding to calls and texts

• Changes in tone or language when talking, texting, or posting online

• Changes in the frequency and type of content shared online

• Changes in energy levels or appetite

• Increased use of drugs or alcohol

Learn more at https://bit.ly/3hMSt4g.

The Valley Health District shared these tips on Facebook from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Recuperation journey: Blue jay from afar

I was experimenting with my point and shoot on a recent sunny morning to see how far the lens would take me.

I captured this blue jay in a neighbor's yard. I like the way it turned out.

Derby Historical Society needs financial help in Humphreys House restoration

Sharing from a post today on the Society's Facebook page:

Restoration work being done at the David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St., Ansonia.

"The good news: the girding beam shows tenon holes from where a suspected outbuilding once was connected to the House. The bad news: severe rot has been uncovered on posts and beams.

"The Derby Historical Society needs financial help to get this restoration completed, and the project is not nearly done.

"Please consider making a donation that will last a lifetime. Visit derbyhistorical.org and make a tax-deductible donation today!"

#historymatters #oldhouseproblems #17thcentury #americanhistory #postandbeam

CT Folk Fest 2020 to livestream concerts for 4 days

 

Recuperation journey: Serene scene with swans

Family relaxing Friday at Frank P. Witek Park in Derby.