Italian Festival
The West Haven Italian-American Club, 85 Chase Lane, is hosting its annual Italian Festival on Saturday, Sept. 8, from noon to 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. on the club grounds. Food, vendors games, and live music are planned. Bands include Rich Di Palma, Angelo Sapia and Company, and Full Wound Sound on Saturday beginning at noon. A bocce and horseshoe tournament are set Saturday at 3p.m. Sunday, Mark Lanzieri performs the music of Dean Martin, while Angelo Sapia returns along with Mike Proscino. The Navels perform at 3. For information, contact Rich Frey at (203) 215-8698.
15th annual sale
The Friends of West Haven Library will have its 15th annual Book Sale at the Main Library, 300 Elm St., on Friday and Saturday Sept. 7-8, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. There will be many, many slightly used books of all types, fiction, non-fiction, biographies, mysteries, children’s books and AV materials, all at very low prices. At 3 p.m. on Saturday you may fill our bag for $5.
All proceeds go to support the many programs of the libraries. Call (203) 937-4233.
Cross ‘61
Wilbur Cross High School, Class of 1961, is holding a 75th Birthday Party Celebration on Sunday, Oct. 14, 1-5 at Seasons (formerly Country House), Rt. 80, East Haven. Luncheon buffet with dessert and birthday cake, DJ, cash bar; cost is $50. Invitations with details and RSVP have been mailed. Email Angie at aadv511@aol.com.
WH Garden Club
The West Haven Garden Club will have its first meeting of this year on Thursday, Sept. 6, at the St. Louis Church meeting room at 11:30 a.m. It will be a pot-luck dish luncheon and meeting to follow. Newcomers are welcome to join us. For further information call (203) 937-1674.
Senior trips
F Seniors and Friends has a trip planned for the new year: A trip to Atlantic City is planned for Jan. 2-4 at Resorts Casino. It includes four meals, $20 in slot play and two shows. Price is $229 per person.
For booking, call Fred at (203) 389-5808 or (203) 927-4249.
Community Garden plots
The West Haven Community Garden is accepting applications for new members. WHCG is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to helping its members grow organic produce for themselves and their families. It is located behind Molloy School on Meloy Road and is open May 1-Oct. 31. Garden plots (10x10ft) are $30; $20 for seniors 65 and older. Program details and application forms are available at http://whcommunitygarden.org. Please email marilyn.wilkes@yale.edu with questions.
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.
Caregiver aid
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.
Vendors sought
The First Congregational Church will host the Annual Apple Festival on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 28, 29 and 30. Crafters are wanted for Saturday 9-5. and Sunday noon-5. Vendors will have to provide a tent and table. Set up is Friday afternoon or Saturday morning. Fee is $90 until Sept. 15. This is a large community wide event with rides, games, bands, food, etc. Please see www.fccwh.org. or call (203) 934-6921 for more information.
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. Repayments do not begin, and no interest will be charged until one year after graduation. For a loan, please call Gert Beckwith at (203) 9346921, or Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442.