Troupe to perform 'A Christmas Carol' in Shelton

A scene from last Friday's performance of the classic holiday tale. / Contributed photo

SHELTON - The final performance of Valley Shakespeare Festival's "A Christmas Carol" will be staged at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Shelton History Center's Wilson Barn.


Saturday's show was cancelled due to inclement weather, but the cast and crew will re-assemble for one final performance at the Barn.

Tickets are limited and must be reserved in advance through the Valley Shakespeare Festival’s website (www.vsfestival.org) or by calling 203-513-9446.

Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for students/children and children under the age of 5 are admitted free.

The script was adapted solely from Charles Dickens’ text.

The Wilson Barn is an authentic period structure and is not heated, so guests are strongly advised to dress very warmly (including gloves) and bring a lap blanket if possible.

The Shelton Historical Society runs the history center at 70 Ripton Road.


This post is taken from a press release from the Valley Shakespeare Festival.

Ansonia Nature Center Friends to meet

ANSONIA - The monthly meeting of the Friends of the Ansonia Nature Center, Inc. will be held at Jan. 8 at the Center, 10 Deerfield Road.

New members are welcome.

Volunteers are always needed to help the Nature Center with its daily tasks, family programs, and special events.

For information call 203-736-1053.



This is taken from a press release.

Derby library offers teens chess, board games, more

DERBY - The Derby Public Library Teen Chess Club invites all young adults ages 12 to 17 to meetings each Monday in January (excluding holidays) from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

All skill levels are welcome. Participants will learn how the game is played as well as defensive/offensive strategies.

Julio Maldonado provides superb expertise from a life-long love for the game. Registration is requested.


Game Night, book talk

The Derby Public Library hosts YA Wednesdays each month from 6-7:30 p.m.
All young adults ages 12 to 17 are invited to join the fun Jan. 8, for Game Night, featuring the challenges of the Nintendo Wii game system and a variety of board games.

The Teen Book Talk will be hosted Jan. 15 as participants gather to chat about titles each have recently read.
This venue will focus on sharing reviews and opinions on a variety of titles, as well as provide a means to decide upon future reading.

The Lego Construction Project continues Jan. 22.

“Teen Movie Night” will screen a newly released DVD Jan. 29. Light refreshments will be provided.

Registration is requested.

For more information about the above programs stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.


This is a press release from Tony DeLos, Young Adult/Reference Librarian, Derby Public Library.

Ansonia Library slates January book talk

   ANSONIA - The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion series will feature Elegy for Eddie by Jacqueline Winspear.  

   The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. Jan. 16 in the Library’s Community Room. 

   The program is free and open to the public.
   Copies of the book are available at the library’s circulation desk. The library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

  For information, call Joyce Ceccarelli, 203-734-6275.

 

This is a press release from Joyce Ceccarelli, Director, Ansonia Library.

Bookstore opens in downtown Derby

When I visited Kathy Conroy-Cass, owner of St. Anthony's Book & Gift Shop today in her new location at 142 Main St., Derby, I spied this interesting statuary in the store window.

The store stocks religious-themed jewelry, personalized gifts for baptisms, communions, confirmations and weddings, books, cards, candles, church supplies, and more.

And one could call this "a sign from God."

Caregivers invited to program at Wesley Village in Shelton

SHELTON - Balancing the responsibilities of work, finances, family life, and caring for an aging loved one can leave you feeling “sandwiched” and in need of support.

Caregivers are invited to Wesley Village from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Jan. 15 for the new “Sandwiched” education series.

The program, “Making Sense of the Affordable Care Act for your Aging Loved One,” will help caregivers make sense of the many details within the new Affordable Care Act and learn how they affect their aging loved ones.

This session will feature a presentation by Bev Kidder, Director of the Aging Resource Center and Fred Serra, CEO of Serra & DelVecchio Insurance.
To RSVP, contact Wesley Village at 203-925-4952 or at www.wesleyvillage-ct.org.


All programs will be held at Crosby Commons Assisted Living Community on the Wesley Village Campus,
580 Long Hill Ave. A light supper will be served.

This is a monthly series. Be sure to “Save the Date” for other upcoming programs on the first Wednesday of the month.


This is a press release from United Methodist Homes.

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.