St. Vincent de Paul in Derby in dire need of donations for food bank

We have NEVER experienced such a high level of need outside of a holiday season, and our shelves look it. 

Please consider "shopping the sales" and drop off a bag of food, or two or three. We, and your Valley neighbors in need would be grateful! 

Any non-perishables are welcome! We're here Mon to Sat 9:30-2:30, 237 Roosevelt Drive, Derby. 

Questions? Call 203-734-7577.

This is shared from the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop and Food Bank of Derby Facebook page. 

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

Sharing one of my favorites from May 2022. 

Enjoy this last day of May 2023!

Yoga for Kids slated at The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library

 

Recuperation journey: Keep looking up

Took this Monday from the Derby Green of the Second Congregational Church as I waited for the Derby-Shelton Memorial Day Parade to reach Elizabeth Street. 

It was a perfect day for a parade! 

Ansonia Police Sgt. Nelson completes Run to Remember in Boston

Congratulations to Sgt. Brendon Nelson for participating in Boston's Run to Remember, a race held Sunday, May 28 to honor fallen police officers and first responders. 

Sgt. Nelson ran the five mile course in full uniform completing the course in 49:21.2. Well done, Sgt. Nelson.

This is shared from the Ansonia Police Department Facebook page.

Griffin Hospital offers free monthly class via Zoom for new parents

Preparation for the first precious months with your baby!

The Childbirth Center at Griffin Hospital offers a free Newborn Care Class designed to help parents prepare for the first few days, weeks, and months of caring for their newborn.

Our knowledgeable caregivers will discuss and help parents with:

- Newborn Behaviors and Development

- Soothing and Comforting Techniques

- Feeding/Diapering/Swaddling

- Newborn Safety

Classes are offered Via Zoom on the 3rd Tuesday of Every Month from 6-7:30 p.m.

For more information or to register for a session, visit www.griffinhealth.org/baby.

This is shared from Griffin Hospital's Facebook page.

My Sister's Place Thrift Store in Ansonia posts weekly sales

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

All purchases support BHcare's The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services.

This is shared from the store's Facebook page.