Learn to make crumb bars in virtual class presented by Seymour Public Library

Klarides-Ditria: Milling, resurfacing project slated in May on Route 67 in Seymour

The Connecticut Department of Transportation announced that a milling and resurfacing project will be performed on Route 67 in Seymour between Sunday, May 9, 2021, and Thursday May 20, 2021. The project consists of milling and resurfacing a 1.55-mile segment of Route 67 from the Oxford town line to Route 721.  The milling portion of the project is scheduled to occur from Sunday, May 9, 2021, to Wednesday May 12, 2021. The resurfacing portion of the project is scheduled to occur from Sunday, May 16, 2021, to Thursday May 20, 2021. This project is included in the Department of Transportation’s 2021 Vendor Resurfacing Program. Drivers can expect delays and one lane alternating traffic.  Traffic control personnel and signing patterns will be utilized to guide drivers through the work zone. The night work schedule for this project is 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. (Sunday through Thursday) Drivers should be aware that modifications or extensions to this schedule may become necessary due to weather delays or other unforeseen conditions and are advised to remain alert, drive cautiously, and to maintain a safe speed in this vicinity.

Sincerely,

State Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria represents the 105th District.

Derby Public Library to hold virtual Teen Taker-Maker Space

DERBY - Derby Public Library invites young adults up to age 17 to a virtual gathering of the Teen Taker-Maker Space from 3:30-4:40 p.m. May 20. 

Tweens aged 10 and 11 are also welcome. Kits are limited to the first four registrants.

Pickup of Solar Spider kits will be coordinated by telephone. 

Zoom access links to this event will be provided via email three days prior to meeting date. 

Sign up at the library’s Events Calendar at www.derbypubliclibrary.org. 

For more information call 203-736-1482.

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

Wesley Village in Shelton to host 3-part webinar on understanding dementia

SHELTON - Caregivers, family members and friends of loved ones with dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease are invited to participate in an upcoming free 3-part webinar training program offered by Wesley Village Senior Living Campus and the Alzheimer’s Association.  

The three-week webinar is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 6-7:30 PM beginning May 4 and running through May 18.

The sessions will cover the following:

Tuesday, May 4, 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Learn more about Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease stages and risk factors, treatments for some symptoms, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.

Tuesday, May 11, 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Understanding and Responding to Dementia Related Behaviors

Learn more about common triggers for dementia-related behaviors as well as ways to assess and strategies to address common behaviors.

Tuesday, May 18, 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, and Legal and Financial Planning

Learn more for tips on how to have honest and caring conversations with family members.

To RSVP, call Lisa Bisson, 203-225-5024 or email her at lbisson@umh.org. 

Registration is required to receive Zoom Link and meeting information.

We look forward to joining you for this informative event. 

Wesley Village senior living campus is located at 580 Long Hill Ave. and is part of United Methodist Homes, a local not-for-profit organization. 

The Wesley Village campus offers assisted and independent living, memory support, skilled nursing, short-term rehab, and outpatient therapy and fitness services. 

To learn more, visit our website or call  203.225.5024.

This is a press release from United Methodist Homes.

Cooking demo to benefit Valley Chamber's WIN Council Entrepreneurial Grant Fund

Join us for a special FUNdraiser Virtual Party featuring Wendy DiCarlo of Pampered Chef from 7-9 p.m. May 6. 

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the WIN Council Entrepreneurial Grant Fund.

The Women in Networking Entrepreneurial Grant program provides financial assistance to women 18 years of age or older whose business is located in the Greater Valley towns of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Derby, Oxford, Seymour, or Shelton. 

The money is intended as grant-in-aid for expenses to enhance the applicant's current business or to start a business. 

The grant may be used for expenses such as equipment, marketing, training/certification/recertification courses necessary to reach the applicant's business goals.

Since its inception in 2004, the WIN Entrepreneurial Grant has supported the dreams of 61 women-owned businesses through grants and scholarships totaling close to $60,000. 

Due the members’ outstanding passion for philanthropy and helping others, in 2007 the Grant Committee established the WIN Entrepreneurial Grant Fund through the Valley Community Foundation to ensure it will continue for future generations.

The initial grant of $500 allowed a young massage therapist to purchase a credit card machine to allow for safer transactions with her clients. Since that time, the program has supported the purchases of items such as commercial grade mixers, refrigerators, and computer equipment to assistance with marketing campaigns, industry certifications, and scholarships to WBDC training sessions with past grants ranging in size from $500 to $2,400.

Each year the Council hosts a series of fundraising events to support both current year grant awards with any additional monies going towards the Foundation Fund.

The WIN (Women In Networking) Council was formed in 2002 as a way to share hurdles unique to women in business by providing a warm, friendly atmosphere that is supportive, educational and dynamic. 

Members are a mix of female entrepreneurs, business owners, and key players in B2B services. WIN is a committee of the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce.

Women-owned business in the Valley can message the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce with their email or mailing address for a copy of the 2021 application. 

Application due date is Oct.1. Distribution of funds will be in early December 2021.

This is shared from a Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce press release.

'Turnback Tuesday' features businesses near 'Derby Junction'

Turnback Tuesday give us two views of the corner of Derby Avenue and Main Street in the early 1900s.

At 5 Main St., the beverage business (saloon) was owned by James D. McCarthy from 1896 until 1925 when he changed it to a cigar and tobacco establishment.

At 3 Main St. starting in 1907, Mrs. Mary E. Colwell ran a confectionary/lunch business until 1934. At 1 Main St. were various grocery and meat markets, run earlier by Herson C. Osborn and later by Davey Brothers. Above these businesses were rooms for rent.

This corner was also part of the busy intersection called "Derby Junction" where the trolley and trains all stopped.

Just think of this corner as your one stop for shopping for food, sweets, and drinks.

Thanks to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.

My Sister's Place in Ansonia posts weekly sales

 My Sister's Place Thrift Store and Donation Center is located at 380 Main St., Ansonia. 

All proceeds benefit BHcare's The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services.