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Education Forum Tonight 10/16 and Monthly Coffee Hour Tomorrow 10/17

October 16, 2025

This week, I am hosting two events around the Valley where you can learn more and ask questions about what the General Assembly did during this year's session. Tonight, I will hold an education forum at Derby Town Hall, and tomorrow morning, I will have my monthly coffee hour. Read more about both these events below.

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Education Forum 10/16 and Monthly Coffee Hour 10/17

October 14, 2025

This week, I am hosting two events around the Valley where you can learn more and ask questions about what the General Assembly did during this year's session. On Thursday, I will hold an education forum at Derby Town Hall, and on Friday morning, I will have my monthly coffee hour. Read more about both these events below.

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New Laws in Effect, Education Forum October 16th, and more

October 3, 2025

I want to thank everyone who attended the Veterans Panel and Senior Resource Fair in September! This month, I will be hosting an Education Forum at the Derby Town Hall on October 16th. Find more information on this event below, and I hope parents and families are able to attend!

In this email, you will find information on new laws taking effect on October 1st, learn about a great opportunity for high school seniors, and find local events and resources. As always, I am here as a resource for Ansonia and Derby residents to help address any questions or concerns you have. Please don't hesitate to reach out to my office at any time and email me at kara.rochelle@cga.ct.gov.

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Senior Resource Fair Happening Tomorrow

September 23, 2025

I am excited to share that the Valley Senior Resource Fair is happening TOMORROW, Wednesday, September 24th! The fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Warsaw Park in Ansonia. 

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Monthly Coffee Hour Reminder 09/19

September 18, 2025

I hope this message finds you and yours doing well!

I will hold my monthly in-person “Coffee with Kara” Event on Friday, September 19th, from 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. at Valley Diner, 636 New Haven Ave, Derby.

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Upcoming Senior Resource Fair September 24th

September 16, 2025

I am excited to share that the Valley Senior Resource Fair is back and will take place on Wednesday, September 24th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Warsaw Park in Ansonia! Over 35 state and local organizations, agencies, and non-profits will be in attendance to discuss the resources and services they offer to seniors. Some of the organizations in attendance will include ArrayRx Prescription Discount Program, Team Inc., CT Long Term Care Ombudsman, Office of Healthcare Advocate, CT Aging and Disability Services, AARP, and many more.

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Upcoming Coffee Hour, Sales Tax-Free Week, CT Alert System, and more

August 15, 2025

I hope this message finds you and yours well!

Back to school is right around the corner, and now is the time to shop for school year essentials. In this email, I will break down how your family can benefit from Sales Tax-Free Week starting this Sunday, August 17th. Scroll to read more about Sales Tax-Free Week, the Student Loan Reimbursement Program reopening, and more. As always, I am here as a resource for Ansonia and Derby residents to help address any questions or concerns you have. Please don't hesitate to reach out to my office at any time and email me at kara.rochelle@cga.ct.gov.

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Monthly Coffee Hour 08/15 and 08/19

August 12, 2025

I will hold my monthly in-person “Coffee with Kara” Events on Friday August 15th from 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. at Valley Diner, 636 New Haven Avenue, Derby and Tuesday August 19th from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Copper City Bar & Grill, 82-84 Main Street, Ansonia.

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