My Sister's Place thrift store in Ansonia posts this week's sales

My Sister's Place thrift shop is located at 380 Main St., Ansonia.  All proceeds support BHcare's The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services.

Ansonia Library to present virtual program on creating household budget

ANSONIA - Ansonia Library will host a virtual presentation with Lisa McManus on creating a budget from 11 a.m.-noon  Feb. 10. Join the Zoom meeting by typing in zoom.us in the search bar.

Click on join meeting and enter the 

meeting ID and passcode listed below.

Meeting ID: 986 0575 3567
Passcode: 339187

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Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/acStCTGs0s

This is shared from the Library's Facebook event page.

Seymour Public Library to host virtual program on 'Historic Haunts'

 

Center for Cancer Care at Griffin to offer free breast cancer pre-screenings Thursday

The Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital in Derby to offer free pre-screenings for breast cancer./ Contributed photo

DERBY - In recognition of World Cancer Day on Thursday, Feb. 4, the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital will offer free pre-screenings for breast cancer mammography.

World Cancer Day is the global initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control that seeks to raise worldwide awareness, improve education and encourage personal, collective and government action for preventative health measures and improved access to life-saving cancer treatment and care.

In addition to recognizing this cause, this screening event is also part of Griffin’s commitment to help improve the health and well-being of its community. 

The 2019-20 Community Health Improvement Plan for the Naugatuck Valley reports that the premature death rate for breast cancer in the Valley has declined at a faster rate than the state overall. 

This is due in part to increased breast cancer screening throughout the area.

According to the American Cancer Society, many women age 40 and older are eligible for screening mammography. The appropriate age to start mammography and the frequency for testing varies based on individual risk factors

The pre-screening conducted by a breast cancer specialist over the phone and will help individuals understand breast cancer screening guidelines and when they should be screened, as well as genetic testing options. 

Participants will be able to make an appointment for a breast cancer test if needed.

Spaces are limited. Call 203-732-1280 to make an appointment for the pre-screening phone call or for more information.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Recuperation journey: Morning visitor

It's nice when our feathered friends pose for the camera. Have a great Tuesday!

Derby Public Library to host online program on creating resumes

DERBY - Derby Public Library will host an online program on creating resumes from 1-3 p.m. Feb. 25.

Career Resources staff provide guidance for creating resumes for the modern work environment, what pitfalls to avoid and including current standards and styles that make resumes stand out. Free. 

Register here https://bit.ly/3j5wze3 to receive the Zoom link and password.

CONTACT: dplreference@biblio.org or call the Reference Desk at 203-736-1482. @CareerResourcesCT

Shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Derby Town Clerk posts schedule for city buildings, schools, trash pickup

Sharing message today from Derby Town/City Clerk Marc J. Garofalo:

Due to the snowstorm and following the lead of the State of CT:

 

On Tuesday February 2, 2021, this is the schedule:

 

Derby Public Schools – Remote Learning Day – No In Person learning

 

 

Derby City Hall – Opens at 10:00 am

 

 

Derby Senior Center – Opens at 10:00 am

 

 

Derby Public Library – Opens at 10:00 am

 

 

Derby Veterans Community Center – Opens at 10:00 am

 

 

Trash and recycling will be not be picked up on Tuesday February 2, 2021.

The trash and recycling pickup schedule will be as follows:

Monday's route will be picked up on Wednesday February 3, 2021

 

Tuesday's route will be picked up on Thursday February 4, 2021

 

Wednesday's route will be picked up on Friday February 5, 2021

 

Thursday's route will be picked up on Saturday February 6, 2021

 

Friday's route will be picked up on Saturday February 6, 2021

Stay safe.