Monday, August 2, 2021
Learn about pollinators' habitats in program at Kellogg Environmental Center in Derby
There are several species of plants and pollinators currently in decline, so it is important for everyone to play a role in helping sustain those populations.
During this two-hour program, participants will be introduced to native plant species and other backyard features that support local wildlife. There will be rock painting; participants should bring in their own rocks that are relatively large and flat (large enough for a child’s handprint). Kellogg Environmental Center will provide the art materials.
After the rock painting activity, participants will learn how to harvest seeds of native plants without removing the whole plant from their ecosystem.
Participants will be provided with information on where native plants are easily obtainable from nurseries and garden centers across the state and New England.
The Kellogg Environmental Center is at 500 Hawthorne Ave.
Registration is required for this free program. Please register through the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Calendar of Events webpage at https://www.depdata.ct.gov/calendar/viewev.asp?id=7497 or contact susan.quincy@ct.gov for assistance.
This is a press release from the Kellogg Environmental Center.
Sunday, August 1, 2021
Riverwalk Social in Derby to host fundraiser for Storm Ambulance Corps' rescue dog
Beacon Hose Company No. 1 to hold 2nd annual Boil, Broil, and Bologna
This year, proceeds will go toward advancing Beacon Hose’s new special operations unit.
This unit provides for swift-water rescue, ice rescue, rope rescue, and dive-team capabilities as part of the Region 5 Dive Team.
The town provides some funding for equipment, but this fundraiser will allow us to self-fund more upgrades, equipment, and training opportunities for the 15-plus Beacon Hose members on our unit.
The fire house is at 35 N. Main St., Beacon Falls.
Derby Public Library to host virtual Teen Audiobook SYNC Chat
DERBY - Derby Public Library invites all young adults ages 12 to 17 to a virtual Teen Audiobook SYNC Chat from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday.
Attendees are encouraged to engage in lively evaluations of two thematically-paired audiobooks to be offered weekly.
Information regarding access to this electronic resource, as well as Zoom meeting/chat access will be provided by emailing dplreference@biblio.org.
This program is part of the DPL “Tails & Tales!” Teen Summer Club.
For more information visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org, or call 203-736-1482.
This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult librarian, Derby Public Library.






