Friday, December 6, 2024
Learn to make cake pops Sunday at Derby Neck Library's crafternoon
Valley Soul concert on tap Tuesday at Church of the Good Shepherd in Seymour
Under the direction of recording artist and music industry veteran Angela Clemmons, a choir of volunteer singers will come together for Valley Soul at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.
This can’t-miss gospel performance will feature choir members from faith-based organizations, health and human service agencies, foundations, and other grassroots organizations, serving as a metaphor for the “choir of caring” that collectively wraps its arms around the residents of the Valley.
Tuesday, Dec. 10
Church of The Good Shepherd
35 Mountain Rd
Seymour, CT 06483
No tickets or reservations required!
Seating is general admission on a first come, first served basis.
For more information, contact the Griffin Hospital Development Fund at 203-732-7504 or development@griffinhealth.org.
From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: 1st Derby school superintendent
This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features J.W. Peck - the first superintendent of Derby Public Schools.
Mr. Peck is the gentleman on the right in the short, dark coat. He worked in the Derby school system for 33 years, 18 of which serving as superintendent. When he retired in 1912, he was named Superintendent-Emeritus at a salary of $1,000.
Peck was born on Feb.10,1852 in Trumbull and died Aug.16,1917 at the age of 65.
[This was first posted on this date in 2016.]
Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.
Bethany Farm and Nursery in Woodbridge to host Christmas Market
Calling all makers, artists, crafters, and builders!
We are so excited to announce our very first Winter Holiday Market at Bethany Farm and Nursery!
For three Saturdays in a row, beginning Saturday, December 7, we will be hosting a wonderful winter market for our community!
Bethany Farm and Nursery is located at 229 Seymour Road, Woodbridge.
Our market will be held indoors in our heated retail shop. We will have @just2galsmobilebartenders here making holiday-inspired cocktail and mocktails, hot cocoa, coffee, hot cider, and more!!
To the general public: We hope you will join us this holiday season!
The farm will be selling wreaths, Christmas trees, garland, and so much more! We will have a bonfire going throughout the day.
Pictures with Santa Claus will also be offered! Specific dates and time to be announced next week!
To spread additional Christmas cheer, we will be transforming our retail shop into a winter wonderland, full of local makers, creators, small businesses, and artists selling their wonderful goods for the holiday.
This is shared from a Facebook event page.
Seymour Fire Department, Santa ready for Popcorn Ball Sunday fun
SEYMOUR- It’s that time of the year again!
When you hear sirens coming down your street on Dec. 22, be sure to come outside for popcorn balls and a visit from Santa!
Crews accompanied by Santa will hit the road at 8 a.m. and make their way down every street in Seymour throughout the morning.
Popcorn Ball Sunday is sponsored by Great Hill Hose Company and Citizens Engine Company No. 2.
This is shared from a Facebook event page.
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