Sunday, February 23, 2020
Recuperation journey: Sunday afternoon at Pickett's Pond
St. Mary-St. Michael School in Derby to honor alums, friends at gala
Thomas and Diane Baklik, Raymond and Lori Veillette, Glenn Gaetano, Charlie and Carmen DiCenso, Walter and Janis Yakimovich, and Christine DeCrisanti will receive awards at the Gala March 21 from 6-11 p.m. at Great River Golf Club in Milford.
The Bakliks and the Veillettes will receive the Guardian Angel Award which is given to individuals who have made an impact through service in their community, or for other humanitarian efforts that reflect the mission of St. Mary-St. Michael School.
Gaetano and the DiCensos will receive the Spirit of St. Mary-St. Michael School Award, which is given to alumni who have made a significant positive impact in their field or profession in the community in which they reside.
DeCrisanti and the Yakimovichs will receive the Christian Compassion Award, which is given to individuals or groups who have served the community and school in countless ways, embodying the spirit of generosity, kindness, and goodwill.
Tickets are $80 per person with tables of 12 available for $850.
The event will feature a cocktail hour with passed hors d'oeuvres, dinner, a live and silent auction for many unique items, live music by Acoustic Brew, and dancing.
Event sponsorship opportunities are available as well as space in the event program book for advertisements, congratulatory, and in memoriam messages.
Contact Principal Grace Torres at gtorres@stmarystmichael.org or 203-735-6471 for reservations and sponsorship information.
Proceeds from the Gala will benefit current educational initiatives and enrichment programs for the school.
For more information about St. Mary-St. Michael School, visit stmarystmichael.org.
This is a press release from the school.
Learn about maple sugaring at Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center
Ansonia Nature Center Ranger Dawn and Director Alison present an introduction to making maple syrup the old-fashioned way at 11 a.m. March 7.
They will help participants to choose just the right tree for tapping into this sweet treat.
Fee is $6 per person. Please call 203-736-1053 to register. The nature center is at 10 Deerfield Road.
This is a family program; children must be accompanied by an adult.
Ansonia boy, 4, in NYC battling cancer loves to get mail
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| Roman poses with Ronald McDonald. |
Sharing a post from Roman's aunt, Sara German Aylward:
Ansonia resident Roman Santiago, 4, son of Kellie German Santiago, is in New York City for treatment and is loving staying at the Ronald McDonald House!
His big obsession: checking the mail. So if anyone wants to send him a little note, he would love to find your letter in the mailbox! He'll be there until March 12 (as of right now).
Roman Santiago, Room 402
Ronald McDonald House New York
405 E. 73rd St.
New York, NY 10021
Thanks in advance!
Saturday, February 22, 2020
BHcare seeks bowlers, sponsors for 32nd Bowl-2-Benefit in East Haven
All proceeds benefit UCDVS which provides services to over 7,700 victims of domestic violence and their children each year throughout Greater New Haven and the Lower Naugatuck Valley.
UCDVS provides emergency safe shelter, 24-hour crisis services, counseling, court advocacy, support and other crucial services.
In 1988, we held our first B2B event and 32 years later, B2B is the largest event of its kind in the area!
Year after year, we continue to raise awareness and funds for domestic violence services. And in 2020, we Bowl BACK-2-the-80s! That means we're bowling to the best 80s tunes and encourage you to come dressed in your awesomely 80s attire. Join us for family-friendly fun, raffle prizes, and a Blast from the Past Photobooth sponsored by Yale New Haven Health.
Year after year, we continue to raise awareness and funds for domestic violence services. And in 2020, we Bowl BACK-2-the-80s! That means we're bowling to the best 80s tunes and encourage you to come dressed in your awesomely 80s attire. Join us for family-friendly fun, raffle prizes, and a Blast from the Past Photobooth sponsored by Yale New Haven Health.
You can register today at B2B.BHCARE.ORG.
Bowlers of all ages and skill levels are welcome to participate in teams of 4-5, in one of five bowling sessions scheduled for 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Bowlers pay a minimal $10 registration fee and are asked to collect pledges to support their efforts. Each bowler will receive 90 minutes of bowling, event giveaway, shoe rental, and soft drinks.
The event is ideal for clubs, schools, organizations, corporations, and families.
The event is ideal for clubs, schools, organizations, corporations, and families.
B2B offers sponsorship opportunities for all budgets, with levels starting at just $100. Sponsors reap the benefit of exposure to the more than 1,000 participants as well as additional exposure online.
The 32nd B2B is sponsored by the Bassett Family Fund, The Candid Group, Milford Vascular Institute, Shoreline Pharmacy Rx, Yale New Haven Health, Valley Community Foundation, VNA Community Healthcare & Hospice, Gulish & Associates, Guilford Rotary Club, Guilford Savings Bank, Tomasella, Schlitter, & Burrell, P.C., Derby-Shelton Rotary Club, Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, 4Imprint, Eye Center of Southern Connecticut, Subway, Underwater Construction Corp., Jamie Cohen, WPLR 99.1-FM, Star 99.9-FM. and Zip06.
For more information about domestic violence services, call 203-446-9739 x1856 or visit www.bhcare.org.
If you or someone you know needs immediate assistance, please call our 24-hour domestic violence hotline 1-888-774-2900.
If you or someone you know needs immediate assistance, please call our 24-hour domestic violence hotline 1-888-774-2900.
BHcare is a regional community provider of behavioral health, addiction prevention, and domestic violence services for the Lower Naugatuck Valley, Greater New Haven and Shoreline communities.
For more information, visit www.bhcare.org.
This is a press release from BHcare.
For more information, visit www.bhcare.org.
This is a press release from BHcare.
Rochelle to testify at Waterbury Rail Line public hearing in Hartford
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| State Rep. Kara Rochelle |
“The Waterbury Train Line has a huge economic impact on the people of Ansonia and Derby even if they do not ride the trains. Increased service brings about transit-oriented development and increases property value, both of which grow the grand list and increase the potential that local city leaders could
lower local property taxes. Trains mean development, larger grand lists, lower taxes, and more jobs if we all work together to make it happen,” said Rochelle. “While I am encouraged that the Department of Transportation recently sent out an RFI for leasing trains for mid-2022, when the passing
sidings and positive train control currently being created are completed for our tracks, we need our new,
permanent trains ordered, stations updated, and other rail line resources to ensure that our district and our region can reach the next stage of its revitalization. I’ve fought hard for this issue and will continue to fight as it is so critical for the lives and wallets of all residents.”
Rochelle plans to testify during the public hearing and has reached out to Ansonia and Derby
mayors, President and CEO of the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce Bill Purcell, Griffin Hospital
President and CEO Patrick Charmel, President and CEO of TEAM Inc. David Morgan, Chairman of the
Connecticut Commuter Rail Association Jim Gildea, and other community stakeholders inviting them to
submit testimony or join her in Hartford.
The public hearing will begin at 11 a.m. in Room 1E of the Legislative Office Building.
Residents can submit testimony via email to TRAtestimony@cga.ct.gov.
Those who wish to testify in-person are asked to submit 55 copies of their written testimony to Committee staff in Room 2300 of the LOB during the speaker sign up, which will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Speaker order will be determined by a lottery system. Interested individuals can find more information about testifying during public hearings on the Connecticut General Assembly web site here.
This is the second time Rochelle will testify on this issue.
During the 2019 legislative session, Rochelle testified before the Transportation Committee in support of similar legislation.
Prior to the public hearing, the Waterbury Rail Line Caucus will hold a press conference at 10 a.m. Monday in Room 1B.
Members will discuss their proposal, which seeks to modernize rail transit in Naugatuck Valley and address congestion on state highways.
The public hearing will begin at 11 a.m. in Room 1E of the Legislative Office Building.
Residents can submit testimony via email to TRAtestimony@cga.ct.gov.
Those who wish to testify in-person are asked to submit 55 copies of their written testimony to Committee staff in Room 2300 of the LOB during the speaker sign up, which will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Speaker order will be determined by a lottery system. Interested individuals can find more information about testifying during public hearings on the Connecticut General Assembly web site here.
This is the second time Rochelle will testify on this issue.
During the 2019 legislative session, Rochelle testified before the Transportation Committee in support of similar legislation.
Prior to the public hearing, the Waterbury Rail Line Caucus will hold a press conference at 10 a.m. Monday in Room 1B.
Members will discuss their proposal, which seeks to modernize rail transit in Naugatuck Valley and address congestion on state highways.
This is a press release from Rochelle's office.
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