Friday, October 26, 2018

Recuperation journey: Flashback Friday fall foliage foto


I'm glad I took photos last October of autumn's brilliant colors. This is in Ansonia.

Derby Neck Library to host author visit, cooking club, more


Women's Forum
DERBY -  Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave. will host Women’s Forum at 12:30 p.m. Nov. 19. 
This month members enjoy a presentation of Ginny, a rescued racing greyhound dog, by her owner Miss Barbara. You may wish to bring a light lunch; the library will serve free tea and coffee. 

Author visit
The Library presents author Marty Podskoch, discussing his new book,“The Connecticut 169 Club: Exploring CT’s 169 Towns” at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 19. 
The book highlights the best each municipality and village has to offer for the interested traveler.  
The author will show a powerpoint presentation explaining his fascinating trip around our state.  Copies of his book will be available for sale and signing. 

Evening Book Club
At 6:30 p.m. Nov. 26 the Library hosts the Evening Book Club.  
This month’s selection is “Woman in the Dark”, a mystery by the famed author Dashiell Hammett.  
Copies of the book are available at the library, including some large print editions.
  
Cooking club
At 6 p.m. Nov. 28 the Library hosts Friends, Food, and Books, a monthly club that celebrates cooking and a shared meal experience. Each meeting focuses on a different type of cuisine. 

This is a press release from Pat Sweeney, reference librarian, Derby Neck Library. 

Thursday, October 25, 2018

Recuperation journey: I went, I saw, I dug

The second annual Diamond Dig at Marks of Design in Shelton Thursday was a lot of fun. 

With all of the proceeds going to The Valley Goes Pink how could I not donate $40 to get a bucket and dig for a 1.04 carat diamond? 
I may not have found it, but I did capture quite a few colorful gemstones hidden in the sand that can be turned into pieces of jewelry.

The Valley Goes Pink is Griffin Hospital's grassroots initiative to raise awareness about breast health and support for the Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness in Derby.


Goldsmith Kate Marks, owner, Marks of Design, strikes a pose at the sand-filled trough where gemstones and the diamond were hidden. 
Last year's Diamond Dig raised $10,000 for The Valley Goes Pink, Marks said.

I hope there's a third annual Diamond Dig; I'll be there.
   

Recuperation journey: Fall foliage found

   At Osbornedale State Park in Derby. 

14th annual breakfast in Seymour to benefit TEAM Toys 4 Kids


O'Brien Tech in Ansonia to host Veterans Day celebration


Derby Public Library book drop relocated


From the Library's Facebook page:


"Derby Public Library's Book Drop has been moved to the Elizabeth Street side entrance. Thank you for your cooperation."