Derby Public Library offers workshops to help with resumes, tech issues

 

Derby Public Library is located at 313 Elizabeth St., Derby.

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Ansonia observes Transgender Day of Remembrance

Mayor David S. Cassetti and the City of Ansonia observed Transgender Day of Remembrance Saturday morning by raising the Transgender Pride Flag at City Hall and issuing an official proclamation recognizing Sunday, Nov. 20 as Transgender Day of Remembrance in Ansonia.

Transgender Day of Remembrance memorializes all transgender people who have lost their lives to transgender related violence. A list of transgender people who were lost to such violence in 2022 alone was read at the ceremony by Corporation Counsel John Marini.

The Transgender flag will be flown at City Hall for the next week in honor of Ansonia’s transgender community, and all victims of discriminatory violence.

The colors of the flag are blue, pink and white, and described by the flags creator- an American trans woman named Monica Helms- as follows:

“The stripes at the top and bottom are light blue, the traditional color for baby boys. The stripes next to them are pink, the traditional color for baby girls. The stripe in the middle is white, for those who are transitioning or consider themselves having a neutral or undefined gender.”

Thanks to 2nd Ward Alderwoman Bobbi Tar for the photographs.

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

D8 Ansonia Coppers State Champs congratulated, headed for Nationals at Disney

A BIG CONGRATULATIONS to D8 Ansonia Coppers State Champs on Placing 3RD at Regionals and Qualifying for Nationals in Florida!!!!

Great Job Girls!!! Time for DISNEY!

This is shared from the Ansonia Youth Cheer Facebook page.

Learn animal tracking in Ansonia Nature Center program

ANSONIA - Ever wonder where the animals go in the winter or what type of wildlife you might have in your backyard? 

Join Ranger Jeremy at 1 p.m. Dec. 11 to learn all about our local wildlife. Together we will walk the trails and discover clues and evidence of our local species. Dress for the weather and wear appropriate shoes. Age 12 + Adult, FREE. Register at ansnaturectr@ansoniact.org

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature Center.

Derby Public Library to host local author, Derby High grad

DERBY - Meet author and 2018 Derby High School graduate Nicole Rizzo at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 28 who will discuss her new memoir, "Running on Thin Ice." In her book, Nicole opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder and obsession with exercising.

At 10 years old, Nicole Rizzo discovered cross country. The sport was a gift - with it came chaotic runs fueled by Bugles, an eccentric coach, and hilarious teammates. Before long, the laughter faded, and everything shifted. She slipped into a battle with overexercising, under-eating, and perfectionism. 

Joining a high school team obsessed with winning, she remained exhausted physically and numb mentally. Forced to heal if she wanted to live fully, she uprooted the destructive habits of her past and unearthed what it really means to be strong.

"Running on Thin Ice" traces a journey of past selves and captures those painful, unsettling, and beautiful moments that show it's possible to grab hold of solid ground and escape the frigid water just in time.

To register, visit https://bit.ly/3zHQTfb - A Q&A and book signing will follow. (Copies of Nicole's book will be available for purchase).

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

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Recuperation journey: Good morning

 

A quick snap through the window. 

St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank in Derby needs hams for Christmas

Open today - Saturday, Monday, and Tuesday! Closed Wednesday to Sunday for a HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Thank you all for the bounty of turkeys! 

Now, welcoming CHRISTMAS HAMS! 

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