Thursday, September 10, 2020

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

I watched Wednesday's sunset from a different location than I usually do. Here is a slice of nature's beautiful colors that I enjoyed.


Derby to hold annual service on Green to remember Sept. 11 terrorist attacks

Photo of the Sept. 11, 2001 memorial taken at a previous service on the Derby Green./ Photo by Patti Villers


Sharing info from the Valley Independent Sentinel:

DERBY -  A service to remember the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on America has been scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday on the Derby Green.

The annual service will be held at the city’s Sept. 11 memorial, which is on the Elizabeth Street side of the Green. Ample on-street parking is available.

Friday marks the 19th anniversary of the attack on the U.S.

Please wear a face mask and follow COVID-19 protocols. 


Adam's House in Shelton slates training for Friend in Grief volunteers

 

SHELTON - Adam's House grief education center, 241 Coram Ave., has scheduled Friend in Grief training dates.

They are:
Nov. 5, 5-8 p.m.
Nov. 6, 5-8 p.m.
Nov. 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.


"Want to volunteer in our program and be a Friend In Grief to children trying to cope with the death of a loved one? Become a FIG! 

"All days must be completed in order to qualify to volunteer in group.
A $100 fee includes background check and cost of materials. This training will be held on-site at Adam's House with scheduled outside break-outs, weather permitting. 

"All social distancing rules will be adhered to, to ensure the safety of all our volunteers. Register now: http://bit.ly/AH_Nov_FIG_2020 "


This is shared from Adam's House Facebook page.

Ansonia Library waives fees for overdue materials


From the Ansonia Library Facebook page:

"Have any materials that are overdue? Even though we are closed to the public, now is the time to return any item and any late fees associated with that item will be waived."

The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

Ansonia Public Schools changes free meal pickup location schedule



This is shared from Ansonia Public Schools' Facebook page. 

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Sheba Chapter No. 1, James H. Wilkins Lodge No. 9 in Ansonia donate supplies

Supplies James H. Wilkins Lodge members delivered to Bradley Elementary School in Derby./ Contributed photo

ANSONIA - Members of the Sheba Chapter and James H. Wilkins Lodge recently delivered school supplies to Derby and Ansonia middle and elementary schools.

"We celebrated 15 years doing this," Lodge member Gregory Gatison said in an email. "Because of COVID-19 this year was a little challenging. However, we received community support."


This is a release from Gregory Gatison.


Seymour Pink to host decorating contest to mark breast cancer awareness month



Pinkest House/Yard/Business Decorating Contest


Sharing from Seymour Pink founder Mary Deming:

"We love seeing all of the pink ribbons and encouraging messages and decor along our normal race route. Since we cannot be together, that doesn’t mean we cannot SEE MORE PINK. In fact, we can see even more!  

"We are challenging participants to decorate their house and/or yards pink for race weekend and the kickoff of Breast Cancer Awareness month [in October].  

"Businesses and storefronts can participate too! Since we are virtual, everyone can participate – even if you’re not on our traditional race route and even if you’re not in Connecticut. Help everyone SEE MORE PINK this October.


"Submit photos to us at poundingthepavementforpink@gmail.com with subject line Home Contest.

"All entries must be submitted by 4 p.m on Saturday, Oct. 3. We will be sharing all entries on social media and will compile into a slideshow at the end of the event."

"Awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place houses are as follows:

$200 Visa Gift Card for 1st Place
$100 Via Gift Card for 2nd Place
$50 Visa Gift Card for 3rd Place

Time to start brainstorming!"