Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton to host talk on witch trials in CT

SHELTON - Join us [at Plumb Memorial Library] for a discussion on the Connecticut witch trials with historian Jason Scappaticci at  6 p.m. July 29.

There are few people who know that witch trials even took place outside of Salem. However, Connecticut led the way in the prosecution and execution of witches almost 50 years before the Salem Witch Trials began.

The Library is at 65 Wooster St.

Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

'Turnback Tuesday' features components of upright acoustic piano

Turnback Tuesday gives you a look at one of the components in an upright acoustic piano.

This part is called a bridle strap or bridle tape. They are small fabric straps with a leather end, its function is to aid in the movement of other action parts.

Another interesting item in the Library's collection.

Thanks as always goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting history each week.

From the photo archives: Visit from Gordon

 Sharing a memory from this date in 2023. 

Rochelle to meet with constituents at Copper City Bar & Grill in Ansonia

 

Learn about fireflies Friday at Kellogg Environmental Center in Derby

DERBY - Kellogg Environmental Center will present a  family-friendly program at 8 p.m. Friday to learn the life cycle and challenges of fireflies. 

Dress for the weather and come to share some time outside to find the insects and understand their lives. Call to register, 203-734-2513. 

Rain date is July 12. The Center is at 500 Hawthorne Ave.

Shared from a Facebook event page.

Valley Shakespeare Festival to perform this week at Veterans Memorial Park

SHELTON - Thirteen years of FREE Shakespeare in the Park - this year under the stars in Veterans Memorial Park!

There will be 4 performances held at 7 p.m. Thursday-July 13.

Love, laughter, and a whole lot of mistaken identities collide in As You Like It. From wrestling matches to cross-dressing escapades, Shakespeare’s musical rom-com proves the Forest of Arden is the ultimate place for finding romance—and yourself!

We can provide chairs in the park (limited), please find that information here -- https://tinyurl.com/52fc8xdz

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Donations sought for tag sale to benefit Ansonia Animal Shelter