WHGC meeting
The West Haven Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, March 8 at St. Louis Church on 89 Bull Hill Lane at 11:30 a.m. After the meeting a luncheon will follow and the program will be a swap exchange on flowers and plants. Price is $5 for guests. For further information please call Iris at (203) 937-1674.
Vendors wanted
First Congregational Church on the Green will host an Easter Festival and Craft Fair on Saturday, March 17 from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Vendors are sought for the event. As a nod to St Patrick’s Day, lunch will include corned beef sandwiches, beef stew, and creamy potato soup. Along with our vendors, this year’s festival includes a silent auction, raffles, a bake sale, kids’ egg tree and crafts, our multi-room book sale, the White Elephant sale, the SERRV Shop, and pictures with Easter Bunny. Contact the First Congregational Church of West Haven for an application, (203) 933-6291.
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
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: 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.