Elm City Choir date
The Elm City Girls’ Choir will perform on Wednesday, Feb. 7 (snow date Feb. 28) at 7 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of West Haven, 464 Campbell Ave. Proceeds will benefit the West Haven Public Library. Advance tickets are available at the library or online at westhavenlibrary.org at a cost of $10 for adults, $8 for seniors (55-and-over). Tickets will be available on the day of the concert for $12. Please call the library at (203) 937-4233 for more information.
Super Bowl party
The Harugari German-American Club of West Haven (203-933-9930) is hosting a Super Bowl Party on Sunday, Feb. 4, at the club’s campus, 66 Highland St.. Doors will open at 5 p.m. until the conclusion of the game. There is a $5 admission that will include snacks, dessert, and coffee. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Football attire is welcome! RSVP to Don Heinig at (475) 238-1475 or donaldheinig@yahoo.com.
ADA-Lions benefit
The Lions Club of West Haven will be hosting its first painting event on Sunday, Feb. 25 at 3 p.m., 727 Campbell Ave., to benefit the American Diabetes Association. Anyone can create a piece of art to proudly display in their home or gift to someone! No previous artistic skill is required. Step-by-step instructions by a fun and engaging artist in a low key, no pressure environment. Price of $35 per person (covers the cost of all materials and appetizers) BYOB – Bottled water & soda will be available. Limited Seating – RSVP Only. For Tickets call (203) 933-2812 or email maryann.voss@gmail.com
WH Garden Club
The West Haven Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, Feb. 8 at St. Louis Church on Bull Hill Road at 11:30 a.m. After the meeting, a soup luncheon and dessert will follow and our program will be making bird house feeders.
Senior trips offered
F. Seniors and Friends offers the following trips to the public. All trips leave First Avenue commuter lot:
Trip to Atlantic City – May 14-16. Two nights, slot play, four meals, show. $229 per person, must be paid in full by March 20.
To get a flyer or book trips, call Fred Mongillo, (203) 389-5808 or (203) 927-4249.
Coin show
The Liberty Coin Show is back at the Elks Club, 265 Main St., on the third Sunday of the month. Buy and sell your coins. The organizers invite hobbyists to be part of the many displays. Food and beverages are on the menu. This year’s dates are: Jan. 21, March 18, May 20, June 17, Aug. 19, Oct. 21, and December 16. For more information, call Parry Carpinella, (203) 248-1053.
Support offered
Balancing the care of a family member, a household and a job is overwhelming. Meet with a representative from VNA Community Healthcare’s Family Caregiver Support Network for a FREE consultation to discuss your personal care-giving issues, receive tips, guidance and explore solutions. Call VNA Community Healthcare’s Helpline at 1 (866) 474-5230 (toll free) to schedule a private in-person or phone session with one of our family caregiver experts. Consultations are held by appointment at several convenient locations including West Haven, Hamden and North Haven.
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 call Mary Radziszewski at (203) 934-0396 or Gert Beckwith at (203) 934-6921 or write to 92 Lake St.