Pilates/Yoga Classes Starting in Seymour

Plenty of "Pink" Events on Tap

DERBY - The 8th Annual Valley Goes Pink invites the community to sip or stretch for relaxation and a good cause.

 

LuLu Pazzo, 314 Main St., Ansonia, will host “Wine Pairing for Pink Dinner” on Wed., Oct. 25 at 6:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy dinner paired with wines for each course. Call Jodi at 203-521-2233 for more information or to reserve a spot.

Professional Yoga Instructor Kimmarie will lead “Pink Namaste Yoga” on Sun., Nov. 5 from 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., Derby. Minimum donation of $20. Visit kimmarieyoga.net to register.

 

In addition to these two events, Marks of Design, 389 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton, will host “Dig for a Diamond” on Thurs., Oct. 26 from 3-7 p.m. A $40 donation will give an individual a bucket and a chance to win a .90 karat diamond as well as precious and semiprecious faceted stones. The event is limited to 300 participants. Call 203-924-0030 or visit griffinhealth.org/pink to reserve a bucket.

 

The Valley Goes Pink is a grassroots, community-wide effort throughout the Lower Naugatuck Valley to create awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection, support the Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital, and showcase partnering organizations.

 

For more information on how you can go Pink, including a calendar of events, visit griffinhealth.org/pink, like us on Facebook or contact the Griffin Hospital Development Fund at development@griffinhealth.org or 203-732-7504.

 

(This is a press release from Griffin Hospital)

Learn yoga, discover insects at Ansonia Nature Center

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center will offer yoga and fitness classes starting at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 4.

Instructor Pamela Mellitz will lead students through stretching and toning, balance and awareness.
She also will demonstrate the importance of just breathing correctly for better physical and mental health in these 90-minute sessions.
Cost is $7 per class.

For information call Mellitz, 203-888-4124.

Nature's Child: Incredible Insects
Join naturalist Wendy at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 5 to discover the critters who live in the park’s beautiful yellow flowers. You’ll be amazed to find how many tiny creatures live on our goldenrod.  

Tuition is $6 per family ($4 for Ansonia residents or current Friends of the Ansonia Nature Center, Inc. members). Register in advance by calling 203-736-1053.

The nature center is at 10 Deerfield Road.


This information is taken from the nature center's calendar.

Yoga class planned at Ansonia nature center

ANSONIA - Yoga and Fitness classes will begin at 6:30 p.m. April 3 at the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center, 10 Deerfield Road.

Instructor Pam Mellitz will lead her students through stretching and toning, balance and awareness.

She'll also demonstrate the importance of just breathing correctly for better physical and mental health in these full 90-minute sessions.

Cost is $7 a class.
The class is currently full, but call Mellitz at 203-888-4124 to join a waiting list.

This post is taken from the nature center's spring calendar.

Seymour Rec to offer yoga, Zumba classes

SEYMOUR >> The Seymour Recreation Department will be sponsoring yoga and Zumba classes beginning this month.

Zumba classes will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at the Bungay School gym, 35 Bungay Road.
The first class begins Jan. 13. Classes run through March 5 and are open to those ages 14 and older.
Drop-ins are welcome, and residents from surrounding towns may attend.

The first class is free, and the rate for one night per week is $40 or both nights $65.
Both figures represent the total cost for the two-month program.
The instructor is Amanda Hynes.
Registration can be done by calling the Recreation Department, 203-888-0406 or go directly to gym on first night.
Yoga classes for adults will begin Jan. 15. Classes will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Seymour Recreation Department, 20 Pine St.
The session is six weeks long and costs $75.
Registration can be done by calling the Recreation Department,  203-888-0406 or call Miss Jeanne, instructor, 203-868-1911.

All Valley area adults are welcome to participate.

Yoga classes planned at Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center

ANSONIA - Yoga and Fitness classes will start at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 9 at the Ansonia Nature and

Recreation Center, 10 Deerfield Road.

Instructor Pamela Mellitz will lead students through stretching and toning, balance and awareness.

She will also demonstrate the importance of just breathing correctly for better physical and mental health in these full 90-minute sessions.

Cost is $7 per class. Call Pam to register, 203-888-4124.


This is taken from the center calendar.

Yoga classes slated at Seymour Rec

SEYMOUR - The Seymour Recreation Department will hold adult yoga classes from Nov. 13 through Dec. 18.

The classes will be held from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Recreation Department, 20 Pine St.

Cost is $75 for six weeks.
All levels and abilities are welcome.
The instructor will be Miss Jeannie.

For information or to register call 203-888-0406.

This is a press release from the Seymour Recreation Department.

Derby library to offer yoga class for children

   DERBY - The Derby Public Library will host a series of children’s programs focusing on keeping kids healthy through physical movement.
   The first class will be at 3:45 p.m. Jan. 15.

   Children ages 5-11 are welcome to participate in Yogawees, which incorporates basic yoga into a fun, themed program taking participants on a trip to outer space.

   The theme for the second class offered at 3:45 p.m. Feb. 21 will be jungle animals.
  Explore the animal poses of yoga during this 45-minute program presented by Kathy Trusdell.
   It is suggested participants wear comfortable clothes for the classes.

   For information, call the Children’s Room, 203-736-1482, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St. or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.

Nature center to offer yoga classes

ANSONIA - Friends of the Ansonia Nature Center will hold a monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Center, 10 Deerfield Road.
New members are always welcome, and volunteers are needed to help with the Center's special events, family programs, wildlife rehabilitation, trail maintenance, and reception center duties.

Yoga classes to start
After a long hot summer, take time for some healthy and relaxing exercise at the Ansonia Nature Center with seasoned Hatha Yoga practitioner and instructor, Pamela Mellitz.
Classes begin at 6:30 p.m. Thursday and continue for seven weeks.  Enrollment is limited; call early for additional information and to register.