Shelton Historical Society to hear talk on slavery in CT

Black History Month presentation planned

Chow down on doughnuts, you might be mayor for a day in Ansonia

David S. Cassetti 

Sweet tooth, anyone?
ANSONIA - Mayor David S. Cassetti encourages everyone to attend the annual "Paczki Eating Contest" at 8 a.m. Tuesday at Eddy’s Bake Shop, 37 Main St.

Cassetti said today that if an Ansonia resident eats the most paczki doughnuts then they will be Ansonia's Mayor for the Day.

Join Eddy's Bake Shop for its month-long 50th anniversary celebration.

Stop by the bakery and enjoy delicious baked goods and visit other shops and restaurants downtown.


This is a press release from Cassetti's office. 

Griffin in Derby extends deadline to sign up for weight loss challenge

DERBY - The deadline for entering the Griffin Hospital Community Meltdown Challenge has been extended to Feb. 23.

This online weight loss competition encourages participants to lose 6 percent of their total weight or maintain their weight over 12 weeks.

Participants hitting their goal will split a cash prize pool.

The challenge is conducted completely online with participants submitting a photo of their weight scale readings at the start of the challenge and at the finish. 

In addition, participants must earn points by completing health education and fitness tasks as well as supporting their fellow competitors. At the end of the challenge, the participants who hit their goals will receive cash.

There will also be prizes awarded throughout the challenge for those who do the best at certain tasks.

The competition costs $12.99 to join, with $10 going into the prize pool.

To register for the Griffin Hospital Community Meltdown Challenge, visit griffinhealth.org/meltdown.


This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Derby Public Library offers games for teens

DERBY - The Derby Public Library hosts YA Wednesdays every month from 6-7:30 p.m.

All young adults ages 12 to 17 are invited to join the fun each Wednesday in March as Nintendo, Wii, board games, and Legos will be available. 

Light refreshments will be provided. Registration is requested. 

For more information stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org .


This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult/reference librarian at Derby Public Library.

Enjoy a meal at Marco Pizzeria in Derby, help Bradley School PTA

Cupcake cafe to open in Seymour

SEYMOUR - Valley native Alyssa DeMatteo is readying a "soft opening" Saturday of "Wildflour Confections," a cupcake cafe.
The shop at 18 Bank St., on the corner of First Street, will feature cupcakes, cookies, and cakes.

DeMatteo's line of sweets includes vegan and gluten-free options. She will also offer "adult" treats, laced with alcohol.

DeMatteo, 24, worked at Eddy's Bake Shop in Ansonia for six years, where she learned cake decorating techniques and consulted with brides on their cakes. About three years ago she started selling her own cakes and cupcakes for weddings, showers,and parties.

Last year she decided it was time to open a storefront to expand the business.

"I hope to create a comfortable, cafe-like atmosphere here," DeMatteo said. "I see people coming in, getting a cupcake and coffee, hanging out, reading, enjoying the art or talking with friends. I see people relaxing here."

DeMatteo plans to feature displays by local photographers, painters, and artists in the shop. A funky couch and chairs face big windows overlooking Bank and First streets in the town's antiques district.

DeMatteo creates about 40 specialty cupcakes - some are standards like Red Velvet, and others are personal concoctions, such as The Key To His Heart, a chocolate cake filled with peanut butter mousse topped with chocolate buttercream frosting, peanut butter, and a Reese's cup.
DeMatteo was in the process of designing the cupcake when she met her boyfriend two years ago. He gained 10 pounds during the trial phase.
Another popular cupcake is The Sinatra -- a vanilla cupcake filled with cannoli cream topped with chocolate ganache and cannoli.

All cupcakes are also available as cakes.


This is a press release from Alyssa DeMatteo.

Soccer registration planned Saturday in Ansonia

ANSONIA - Registration for soccer will be held from 10:30 a.m.-noon Saturday at the Ansonia Armory, 12 State St.

Dues are:
$65 Recreational Players (In-Town) (Born 8/1/2004 – 7/31/2010)
$85 Travel Players (New Haven County) (Born 8/1/2000 – 7/31/2004)


Requirements:
 Proof of Ansonia residency (utility bill or other official U.S. Mail)
 Birth Certificate (Photocopy we can keep, if possible)
 Dues payment: check payable to “Ansonia Soccer Club”
 Registration form signed by parent or legal guardian 

This information is taken from an online community calendar sponsored by the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and the New Haven Independent.