Ansonia nature center group seeks volunteers

ANSONIA - The Friends of the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center will meet at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 12 at the Center, 10 Deerfield Road.

New members are always welcome.

Volunteers are needed to help the nature center staff with daily tasks
and scheduled activities including care of wildlife, trail maintenance, administrative work, family programs and special events.


This is a press release from the nature center.

YMCA waives joining fee through Sunday

When dealing with life’s daily demands, people need a place to go where they can feel supported and receive help in trying times. They need a place where adults can find life balance; children can reach their full potential; seniors can be active and find camaraderie; and families can connect and strengthen relationships. 

By becoming involved with the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA, individuals have the opportunity to improve their health and well-being and connect with the community, all while participating in their favorite program or activity at the Y.  

“The Central Connecticut Coast YMCA is a community that is dedicated to helping individuals achieve a balance of spirit, mind and body,” said Barbara Moore, Membership Director, Central Connecticut Coast YMCA. “We encourage everyone to get involved by joining the Y where they can take advantage of the resources and support to be healthy and connected.”

As a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y seeks to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has an opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. 

To help more people benefit from the Y, the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA is waiving the Joining Fee - up to a $100 value - through Sunday (Jan.  6). 

The Central Connecticut Coast YMCA offers a variety of programs to help achieve greater health and well-being, nurture youth and inspire individuals to give back to better their community. For information about the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA call 203-777-9622 or visit cccymca.org.

The above is taken from a press release from the YMCA.

Ansonia library group seeks to boost membership

Photo taken from library website

ANSONIA - The newly-formed Friends of the Ansonia Library will hold its first event - a membership drive and book sale - at the Ansonia Harvest Festival from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 6.


The group “will be dedicated to foster citizens' interest in supporting a superior library, one equipped with staff, collections, and facilities to serve the cultural needs of an expanding community,” Susan Olmsted, president, said in a written release today.

“In addition, our goals are to raise funds for essential library materials, equipment and programs for which the city budget does not provide, encourage members of the community to recognize and use the functions and facilities of the library,” the release continued.

Olmsted also said the group's goal is to “increase the membership in the Friends of the Ansonia Library to bring together concerned citizens who appreciate the value of a high-quality library and who are willing to devote time to accomplish our goals.”


The Ansonia Library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

 The above is taken from a release from Susan Olmsted, president, Friends of the Ansonia Library.