Thursday, November 9, 2023

Derby Historical Society to host Open Hearth Day at Humphreys House

 

Visit Holiday Fantasy of Trees this weekend at Saint Barbara Church in Orange


ORANGE - The Ladies Philoptochos Society of Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church will present its 10th annual HOLIDAY FANTASY OF TREES from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and 12-5 p.m. Sunday. 

This two-day celebration features holiday treats, music, mouthwatering Greek cuisine, and a raffle of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, urns, and gifts. 

Get a jump on your shopping at our Holiday Marketplace, which includes new and returning vendors. 

Held in the Social Hall of Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church at 480 Racebrook Road A HOLIDAY FANTASY OF TREES offers something for the entire family. 

In support of Connecticut Food Share, we are asking attendees to bring a non-perishable food item to help feed our hungry neighbors in Connecticut.


This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Derby Public Library to close in observance of Veterans Day


 The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

Seymour Oxford Food Bank posts wish list for November donations


November Wish List:

Mayo/Hamburger Helper/Chef Boyardee/Coffee/

Applesauce/Baked Beans


Thank you for checking in! The food bank is at 20 Pine St., Seymour.

Stop & Shop, Seymour is donating $1 from all Community Bags sold throughout November.


This is shared from the food bank's Facebook page


Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Derby Police: DOT removes stop signs at Derby Avenue, Bank Street intersection


DERBY - The Derby PD shared this post on Facebook today for informational purposes:

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has removed the stop signs on Derby Avenue at the intersection with Bank Street.
New signage is posted notifying those exiting the church parking lot that oncoming traffic does not stop.
Safety improvements to the crosswalk and a new notification system are in place.

Extra! Extra! Check out Derby Historical Society's info-packed newsletter

ANSONIA - The Derby Historical Society recently published its newsletter featuring topics ranging from a successful bakery/confectionery business to a Christmas gathering slated Dec. 16.

The old-fashioned celebration will be held from 1-4 p.m. at the David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St. 

Click HERE to view and download the

November/December newsletter.





Ansonia to hold Veterans Day service Thursday at Veterans Park