Energy Assistance Program

energy
September 2, 2022
The application period for the 2022-2023 winter season of the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) opened yesterday!

Basic benefits toward heating bills are around $400 for the season, but can be significantly higher depending on the household’s income and number of family members. Benefits are available for households with incomes up to roughly $76,400 for a family of four.

How to Apply:

Applications for the 2022-2023 winter season must be received by May 31, 2023. For more information, click here, or call 2-1-1.

 
Final Free COVID Tests
The federal government is putting a pause on sending free COVID-19 testing kits. TODAY is the last day you can order them!

Please click here or the button below

 to order free tests. Each household can order up to 16 rapid antigen tests.  
Order Free COVID Tests
 
Welcome Back to School
On Monday, my 6th, 8th, and 10th graders celebrated their first day back at school!

After sending my kids off, I was able to attend the Derby Public Schools opening convocation.


 
Wishing everyone the best of luck as we start a new school year. As a parent and huge supporter of our neighborhood public schools, thank you to all of the educators throughout the 114th for all you do!
 
Welcoming a New Business to Woodbridge
After their first day back at school, the kids and I went out for ice cream at a great new edition to the Woodbridge business community - Micro Creamery of CT! I treated myself to mint chocolate chip.

It was a delicious way to celebrate the new school year - we will DEFINITELY be back soon!

 
40th Annual Greek Festival
The Odyssey Festival is back!

Come to Orange for a family friendly, uplifting, and delicious celebration of Greek heritage and culture this holiday weekend rain or shine.

What to Expect:

I hope to see you there!
 
Orange Community Farmers' Market
The Town of Orange continues its Community Farmers' Market every Thursday from 3:30PM - 7:00PM through September 29th!

They are located at the Pavilion of the High Plains Community Center, 525 Orange Center Road.

Products are only the best certified and Connecticut grown ranging from:
  • Bakery products
  • Eggs
  • Flowers
  • Milk
  • Meats
  • Soaps
  • Plants
  • In-season vegetables
  • Crafts and services

Each week there will be vendors showcasing the freshest products. If you do not see something you want, contact the Market Master.
 
Derby Summer Concert Series

The City of Derby is continuing its 2022 Concert Series on the Derby Green!

Now that it is officially September, the series will then continue on Friday nights from 6:30PM to 8:30PM:

  • TONIGHT - Old School - Classic Rock and Roll
  • September 9 - Chris Coogan - Jazz Quintet
  • September 16 - The Bernadettes - R&B, Funk, & Soul Show Band
  • September 23 - Rich Bobinski Orchestra - Oktoberfest / Polka Music
  • September 30 - Larry Ayce Band - Country
  • October 7 - Mark Lanzieri and Friends - Italian / Sinatra
There will be no rain date for Friday night concerts.
 
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Aid for Ukraine
As we continue to watch the horrifying and saddening conflict between Russia and Ukraine, I wanted to remind you all that we do not have to sit back helplessly, there are ways we can offer aid and support to the innocent citizens of Ukraine.

Fellow community member, Olena Lennon, provided us with this list of legitimate donation sites for aid to the Ukrainian community.

Click here to help volunteer to help Ukraine.

Click here to learn more about projects helping Ukraine.

Click here to support funding to cover administrative costs to help Ukraine.

Click here to learn how to help Ukrainians.

Our community, state and country all stand with the innocent citizens of Ukraine and we will continue to do all we can to offer support while actively trying to deescalate conflict.