Nutmeg concert
The Nutmeg Symphonic Orchestra, soloists and chorale will pay tribute to our veterans, our country, our freedoms and our flag in a concert on June 30 at Gateway Community College in North Haven at 2 p.m. It will feature bass/baritone Dr. Eugene Ciccone, mezzo-soprano Wendy Gerbier and soprano Kristen Gionfriddo, along with singers from the orchestra’s chorale, all performing many well-loved musical selections. Other features of this concert will be a tribute to local veterans of World War II by Joseph Weber of the Ward-Heitman House Museum in addition to an orchestral remembrance of the American Civil War with a reading of the Gettysburg Address. The concert is free, along with free parking and a handicap accessible ramp into the auditorium. The orchestra is in residence at Gateway Community College and is under the artistic direction of Dr. Dino F. Ciaburri.
1st Church VBS
Join the First Congregational Church of West Haven for a week of fun and learningwith its annual Vacation Bible School (VBS).This year features a journey to Athens on August 5-9. Kids will learn all about the Apostle Paul and God’s immeasurable love. Visit our website for more information and registration: http://fccwesthaven.org/vbs/.
Summer camp
Summer Camp is planned on the grounds of Saint John Vianney Church for kids entering kindergarten through grade 4. Campers will rotate through centers of music, games, crafts, and stories. The camp runs from July 8 – 12, 9-12:30. Contact [email protected] for more information or to obtain a registration form. There is no charge.
WHHS ‘54
West Haven High School Class of 1954 will be holding its class reunion on June 29, at App’s Restaurant, West Haven at 1 p.m. The $35 luncheon cost includes tax, tip, entrée with cash bar. Please call (203) 795-6619 to reserve.
WHHS ‘69
West Haven High School Class of 1969 will hold its 50th reunion on Friday, Sept. 27, at Seasons located at 990 Foxon Road, East Haven, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. There will be music provided by a DJ, a plentiful cocktail and hors d’oeuvre hour, buffet dinner along with open bar. The cost is $75 per person Checks should be made payable to Charlene Morgal and mailed to 18 Shumway St., West Haven, 06516, before Aug.ust 15 More information can be found on our Facebook page: WHHS Class of 1969- 50th reunion, or by emailing chazbo40@ aol. com /203 494 7379 or [email protected] /203 494 7730.
Senior Center trips
Join the West Haven Senior Center for the following trip:
Wednesday, July 31– The Westchester Broadway Theatre “On Your Feet” enjoy lunch at the theatre before the show Cost $90 Bus leaves Savin Rock Conference Center 9 a.m. Departs Westchester approximately at 3:45 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 17 — Aqua Turf — Rob Zappulla Celebrates the Music of Frank Sinatra $67 per person Rob has performed to sold out audiences of all ages across the country and headlined performances at the Lincoln Center in NYC and Foxwoods Casino to name a few. Menu includes coffee and donuts upon arrival, door prizes, complimentary glass of wine or beer. Family style luncheon: salad, penne bolognese, chicken florentine, baked scrod, vegetable, potato and dessert. Bus leaves Savin Rock Conference Center 10 a.m. Payment is due by Friday, Aug. 30.
A flyer with further details is available at the office at the West Haven Senior Center 201 Noble St. or you can call the Senior Center (203) 937-3507.
Al-Anon group
An Al-Anon meeting group invites new members to attend its weekly meetings on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the First Lutheran Church, 52 George St. For information and details, call (203) 506-1464.
Student Loans
The Seth Haley Memorial Loan Fund of West Haven provides eligible college students with loans of up to $2500 to help students finish their post high school education.
Applicants must be West Haven residents who have completed two or more years of college or post-secondary work or be in their final two years of advanced work. Any West Haven resident attending college or a post high school professional, technical or trade school can be eligible for a loan. Repayments do not begin, and no interest will be charged until one year after graduation. If you are interested in making an application for a loan, please Gert Beckwith at (203) 934-6921, or Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442