Reminder: Ansonia's town-wide tag sale is today

ANSONIA - A town wide tag sale will be held from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. today. 

This map shows the location of the 26 houses where tag sales are planned.

Career Coach to visit Derby Public Library

DERBY - The American Job Search Career Coach returns to the Derby Public Library from 

10 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 21. 

During both the morning session, 10 a.m.-noon, and the afternoon session, 1-3 p.m., instructors will be offering the class, Create a Great Resume.

Participants must attend a full session.  
The classes are free and open to the public.

Registration is requested but walk-ins will be welcomed on a first come, first served basis.

The American Job Search Career Coach is operated by Career Resources.  

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

www.derbypubliclibrary.org. 

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library. 

Boys & Girls Club to host annual golf tourney in Stratford

STRATFORD - The Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley will host its annual John “Red” Larsen Golf Classic Aug. 31 at Oronoque Country Club in Stratford. 

Curtiss Ryan Honda of Shelton is once again the Hole-in-One Sponsor, and Hot Tamale Mexican Grill & Bar of Seymour is our Skill Prize Sponsor.

For detailed information and a registration or sponsorship form, visit www.BGC-LNV.org. 

The tournament will have an 11 a.m. registration and lunch, followed by a 12 pm shotgun start. Entry fee of $200 per golfer includes 18 holes of golf and cart, driving range, buffet lunch, refreshments on the course, social hour with open bar and dinner (after golf), and tournament gift. A raffle, as well as live and silent auctions will also be available.

Entries should include names, handicaps, and contact email or phone number sent to John “Red” Larsen Golf Classic, Boys & Girls Club LNV, One Positive Place, Shelton, CT 06484. Checks should be made payable to the Boys & Girls Club LNV. 

Anyone wishing to become a sponsor, purchase a tee sign, or donate an auction item should contact John Schaible of SCHUTZ Dental Group, 203-922-1484, or Ann Wheeler,203-924-7462, AnnWheeler@BGC-LNV.org.

Gold Tournament Sponsorships of $2,500 include a foursome of golf, tee sign, recognition at the awards dinner, inclusion in press releases, and a full-page ad in the tournament program. Silver Sponsorships of $1,500 include a foursome of golf, 3/4-page ad in the program, and sign. Beverage Cart Sponsors of $1,000 receive ½-page ad in the program, a large sign on the beverage cart, and a tee sign. Bronze Sponsors of $1,200 receive a ½-page ad in the program, tee sign, and foursome of golf. Green Sponsors of $500 receive a ½-page ad in the program and a tee sign. Tee Sponsors of $125 receive a listing in the tournament program and tee sign. Deadline for sponsorships is Aug. 3. 

The Boys & Girls Club Golf Classic, which has run 43 consecutive years since 1972, is dedicated to John “Red” Larsen. Red participated in almost every tournament and was Chairman for more than half. It was common to see Red stuffing “tee-favor bags” on Sunday night or putting out sponsor signs in the morning mist. His love for children and his dedication to our Boys & Girls Club were rivaled only by his love for his family and the game of golf. 

The Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley has been changing the lives of young people in our area for 60 years. With programs ranging from homework assistance to nutrition to sports, we help all young people to reach their full potential, but especially those from disadvantaged circumstances. 
Proceeds from this golf classic will help provide services regardless of a family’s ability to pay.   

For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, visit www.BGC-LNV.org.


This is a press release from the club.

School in Derby accepting applications

DERBY - St. Mary-St. Michael School, 14 Seymour Ave., is accepting applications for enrollment for all grades, from Kindergarten through Grade 8.

Please call the school office to make an appointment with Linda Coppola, the principal, at 203-735-6471 or e-mail lcoppola@stmarystmichael.org.

St. Mary-St. Michael School offers: low student/teacher ratio, a safe learning environment, Catholic identity, a rigorous academic program, Spanish, soccer, basketball, softball and volleyball, drama club, art enrichment, and a Before and After School Program.


This is a press release from the school.

Church in Seymour to host BBQ dinner in August

SEYMOUR - A chicken or ribs barbecue dinner will be held 4-7 p.m. Aug. 8 at Great Hill United Methodist Church, 225 Great Hill Road.

The menu will include choice of chicken or ribs, cole slaw, baked beans, dessert, and beverage.

The price per dinner for adults is $12 and $6 for children (8 and younger).

Take-out meals also will be available.

Reservations are suggested.

For additional information and/or reservations, contact Bob DeBisschop, 203-888-4159 or 203-906-2958.

Griffin in Derby to host presentation on aging

Griffin Hospital will host 50 Fabulous Things about Aging, a fun and informative discussion about the positive aspects of aging, on Aug. 6. / Contributed photo

DERBY - Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., is encouraging seniors to take pride in their age with a free presentation that celebrates aging at 5:30 p.m. Aug 6.

Join Dr. Beverly Kidder, of the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut, for “50 Fabulous Things about Aging,” a fun and informative discussion about the positive aspects of aging, some of the benefits and opportunities aging provides, and how to embrace getting older.

This presentation is sponsored by the Valley Senior Services Council and is funded by the United Way and TEAM, Inc.

Dinner will be served prior to the talk compliments of Griffin Hospital Lifeline.

To register or for more information, call 203-732-1511 or visit the events calendar at griffinhealth.org.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

The Bernadettes bring music, love to downtown Ansonia

ANSONIA - The Bernadettes gave a fabulous performance Wednesday at Veterans Memorial Park as part of the city's summer concert series. 
Here Bryan Kearney sings 'Happy Birthday' to Ansonia native Elise Zarrilli, sister of Ansonia resident Judy Nicolari.
Zarrilli, who lives in Massachusetts, was celebrating her 85th birthday Wednesday, and Kearney led the audience in song.

I'd say Elise enjoyed her special day!