Saturday, February 10, 2024

Derby Neck Library to host presentations on genealogy


DERBY - Derby Neck Library will host a presentation at 6:30 p.m. March 5 to cover the basic principles of genealogy and family history research to help you start uncovering the mysteries of your own family tree. 

Registration is not required.

A follow-up presentation at 6:30 p.m. March 12 will delve deeper into the sources you will encounter on your family research journey, including vital records, historical census data, and military records.  

Registration is required for this program. Please call the circulation desk at 203-734-1492 to register.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.


This is shared from the Library's website.

From the archives: Looking at the sky


 ... on this date in 2017. 

And on this date in 2014:

The weather today feels like early springtime. But no doubt it won't last. 

We'll just have to wait and see what the rest of this winter has in store for us. 



Friday, February 9, 2024

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky


 Grateful for my view. Have a peaceful evening.

The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library to host Leap Day LEGO Club fun


 

Munch Eatery in Ansonia to host Valley Chamber's Leap of Kindness After Hours


 ANSONIA - Join Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce members from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Feb. 29 to wrap-up and celebrate the February 2024 Leap of Kindness Challenge between our networking groups and councils! 

The team from Munch Eatery will be showcasing some of their delicious catering options. 

There will, of course, be networking and more. Plus we will announce the winning team from the competition! Cash bar.

Munch Eatery is located at 560 Main St. The event is sponsored by Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce and Traveler on a Mission.

Admission is simply the donation of a hygiene item for a teen (see list below for suggestions). 

Donations will be split between Traveler on a Mission and the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley.

Most needed items: Soap (Bar); Shampoo; Conditioner; Lotion; Sanitary Napkins; Razors; Deodorant; Toothpaste; and Toothbrush.
Other items: Underwear; Bras; and Socks.

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Save the date: Ansonia Nature Center to celebrate Earth Day April 20