Around town

Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting of the Oak Grove Cemetery will be held on April 20, at 6 p.m. at the Oak Grove Cemetery office.

Office Hours canceled

The scheduled office hours of 10^th District Councilman Barry Lee Cohen set for Thursday, April 2, at Ora Mason Library has been postponed due to the coronavirus. A reschedule will be announced following the state of emergency.

Review rescheduled

The 38th edition of the Golden Oldies Review originally scheduled for Saturday, April 4, at Cielo Ballroom has been cancelled and rescheduled for Friday, June 5, 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Michael Hoover presents “Memories of Elvis” at 9:30. Also featured Carla Gemma. Tickerts are $30 per person. Proceeds benefit MDA.  Door prizes and Raffle! call Geri Caccavale, (203) 795-5473, or Lucy Prokop (203) 468-2528 for tickets.

Senior Center trip

Join the West Haven Senior Center on the following scheduled trip: All trips leave from Savin Rock Conference Center:

Tuesday, May 19 – The Newport Playhouse “Sex Please We’re Sixty” Join us for this senior comedy. A local lothario gets his pills mixed up with his ladies’ blue pill. He has all the symptoms of menopause along with hot flashes and mood swings! Cost $97 includes transportation and gratuity with Surf & Turf lunch at the theatre! Bus leaves Savin Rock Conference Center 8:45 a.m. Departs Newport approximately 4:45 p.m.

Flyers with details for this trip are available at the office West Haven Senior Center 201 Noble St. or call (203) 937-3507 for more information.

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 call  Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442.

Fall prevention class

The Center for Disability Rights invites the public to a free event for a Balance and Fall Prevention class. The public can either attend March 12, from 10 to 11, or March 16 from 3 to 4. The classes will be held at Center for Disability Rights, 369 Highland St. The exercise class will focus on improving balance, coordination and strength. If you need an accommodation or to RSVP please contact Sandy at info@cdr-ct.org or call (203) 934-7077, ext. 10. All events at CDR are smoke and fragrance free.

Used Book Sale

The First Congregational Church, 464 Campbell Ave., will host the monthly used book sale and clothes closet on Saturday, March 28, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. As usual there will be a large selection of greatly used books, including many children’s books, and wonderful low prices for clothing for the family.    For more information, call (203) 933-6291.

Garden Club confab

Bradley Point Garden Club of West Haven will hold their March meeting at noon on Tuesday, March 17, at Ora Mason Library, 260 Benham Hill Road. The program following lunch will be to create a floral arrangement under the guidance of Pat McNelis, Master Designer. Call Marie at (203) 878-8428 if you are interested in becoming a member.

Parade Ball March 7

The Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee invites you to attend the Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade Ball on March 7, at Anthony’s Ocean View, New Haven. The 2020 Award Recipients accomplishments and contributions to thegreater New Haven community will be presented: 2020 Grand Marshall- Seamus Bohan; James J Dinnan Award-Richard Graziano; Cornelius Driscoll Award- Leonard Guercia, Jr.; Appreciation Award- Katie Regan ; Lifetime Achievement Award-Sean Canning. For more information and to purchase tickets please contact: ball@stpatricksdayparade.org .

Senior Center trip

Join the West Haven Senior Center on the following scheduled trip: All trips leave from Savin Rock Conference Center:

Tuesday, May 19 – The Newport Playhouse “Sex Please We’re Sixty” Join us for this senior comedy. A local lothario gets his pills mixed up with his ladies’ blue pill. He has all the symptoms of menopause along with hot flashes and mood swings! Cost $97 includes transportation and gratuity with Surf & Turf lunch at the theatre! Bus leaves Savin Rock Conference Center 8:45 a.m. Departs Newport approximately 4:45 p.m.

Flyers with details for this trip are available at the office West Haven Senior Center 201 Noble St. or call (203) 937-3507 for more information.

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 call  Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442.

‘Soup’s On’

The West Haven Historical Society is sponsoring a “Soup’s On” luncheon on Sunday Feb. 23 from 12-2 at the Poli House 686 Savin Ave. Cost is $8 per person.  The luncheon will feature special soups prepared by the University of New Haven Dining Service. A selection of breads, muffins, and crackers will also be available to guests.  Coffee and tea will be served.

 There will also be a Trivia Contest on West Haven History after the luncheon. Participation by guests is optional although people are encouraged to participate. Prizes will be awarded to winners.

 For further information call Jon, (203) 933-0081. 

Nostalgia Dance

 The Tri-Area Benevolent Group of New Haven is sponsoring a Leap Day Nostalgia Dance on Saturday, Feb. 29 from 6-10 p.m. at the St. Lawrence School gym to benefit the school. Those interested in tickets should call Ton Castaldi, (203) 506-7663. The non-alcohol event features pizza, refereshements and a raffle. The snow date is March 7.

WHGC sets confab

The West Haven Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, March 9, at Ora Mason Library, 260 Benham Hill Road at 11:30 a.m.  A luncheon will follow and the program will be David Carr, Project Manager for the Pollinator Pathways an exciting nationwide project.

Newcomers are always welcome to join us.  You can learn how to join West Haven in contributing to this important plan.

For further information, call Iris, (203) 937-1674.

Valentine’s Doo-Wop

The West Haven Italian-American Civic Association will hold a Valentine’s Doo-Wop Dance at 85 Chase Lane on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 7, with Music by Charles the DJ till 12. Free beer, wine or soda. coffee and Danish. Tickets: $20 per person. Call Lou at (203) 934-3339 or (203) 464-1976 or Ben at (203) 933-4423.

Parade Ball March 7

The Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee invites you to attend the Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade Ball on March 7, at Anthony’s Ocean View, New Haven. The 2020 Award Recipients accomplishments and contributions to thegreater New Haven community will be presented: 2020 Grand Marshall- Seamus Bohan; James J Dinnan Award-Richard Graziano; Cornelius Driscoll Award- Leonard Guercia, Jr.; Appreciation Award- Katie Regan ; Lifetime Achievement Award-Sean Canning. For more information and to purchase tickets please contact: ball@stpatricksdayparade.org .

Senior Center trip

Join the West Haven Senior Center on the following scheduled trip: All trips leave from Savin Rock Conference Center:

Tuesday, May 19 – The Newport Playhouse “Sex Please We’re Sixty” Join us for this senior comedy. A local lothario gets his pills mixed up with his ladies’ blue pill. He has all the symptoms of menopause along with hot flashes and mood swings! Cost $97 includes transportation and gratuity with Surf & Turf lunch at the theatre! Bus leaves Savin Rock Conference Center 8:45 a.m. Departs Newport approximately 4:45 p.m.

Flyers with details for this trip are available at the office West Haven Senior Center 201 Noble St. or call (203) 937-3507 for more information.

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 call  Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442.

‘Soup’s On’

The West Haven Historical Society is sponsoring a “Soup’s On” luncheon  on Sunday Feb. 23 from 12-2 at the Poli House 686 Savin Ave. Cost is $8 per person.  The luncheon will feature special soups prepared by the University of New Haven Dining Service. A selection of breads, muffins, and crackers will also be available to guests.  Coffee and tea will be served.

 There will also be a Trivia Contest on West Haven History after the luncheon. Participation by guests is optional although people are encouraged to participate. Prizes will be awarded to winners.

 For further information call Jon, (203) 933-0081.     

BPGC sets confab

Bradley Point Garden Club of West Haven will hold their monthly meeting at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 18, at Ora Mason Library, 260 Benham Hill Road. The program will be by William Heffernan who will describe the challenges he faced climbing Mount Everest. Call Marie at (203) 878-8428 if you are interested in becoming a member.

Valentine’s Doo-Wop

The West Haven Italian-American Civic Association will hold a Valentine’s Doo-Wop Dance at 85 Chase Lane on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 7, with Music by Charles the DJ till 12. Free beer, wine or soda. coffee and Danish. Tickets: $20 per person. Call Lou at (203) 934-3339 or (203) 464-1976 or Ben at (203) 933-4423.

Parade Ball March 7

The Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee invites you to attend the Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade Ball on March 7, at Anthony’s Ocean View, New Haven. The 2020 Award Recipients accomplishments and contributions to thegreater New Haven community will be presented: 2020 Grand Marshall- Seamus Bohan; James J Dinnan Award- Richard Graziano; Cornelius Driscoll Award- Leonard Guercia, Jr.; Appreciation Award- Katie Regan ; Lifetime Achievement Award-Sean Canning. For more information and to purchase tickets please contact: ball@stpatricksdayparade.org .

Senior Center trip

Join the West Haven Senior Center on the following scheduled trip: All trips leave from Savin Rock Conference Center:

The first trip is to Mohegan Sun Casino Tuesday, March 24. Cost is $35 with $15 Free Bet and $15 Food Voucher or Free Buffett. Payment due by Monday, March 2. Bus departs Savin Rock Conference Center at 8:30 a.m. with departure from casino at 4 p.m.

Flyers with details for this trip are available at the office West Haven Senior Center 201 Noble St. or call (203) 937-3507 for more information.

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 call  Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442.

Mid-Winter Brunch

The annual Mid-Winter Brunch, sponsored by the West Haven Historical Society, is scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 26 at Duffy’s Tavern, 241 Campbell Ave. Time is 11 a.m. and the cost is $22 per person. Brunch will include scrambled eggs, Eggs Benedict, bacon, home fries, muffins, pastries, coffee and tea. This event is fundraiser for the society. Please call Sandy at (203) 934-3161, or Jon at (203) 933-0081 for reservations and information.

Valentine’s Doo-Wop

The West Haven Italian-American Civic Association will hold a Valentine’s Doo-Wop Dance at 85 Chase Lane on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 7, with Music by Charles the DJ till 12. Free beer, wine or soda. coffee and Danish. Tickets: $20 per person. Call Lou at (203) 934-3339 or (203) 464-1976 or Ben at (203) 933-4423.

Clothing sale

On Sunday, Jan. 26, from 2-4 p.m., Our Lady of Victory Beacon on the Hill, 634 Jones Hill Road, will be holding a $5/item sale of clothing – most with store tags – along with new and gently used pocketbooks and shoes. There will also be a variety of jewelry items, some new, most gently used, for bargain basement prices.

Parade Ball March 7

The Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee invites you to attend the Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade Ball on March 7, at Anthony’s Ocean View, New Haven. The 2020 Award Recipients accomplishments and contributions to thegreater New Haven community will be presented: 2020 Grand Marshall- Seamus Bohan; James J Dinnan Award-Richard Graziano; Cornelius Driscoll Award- Leonard Guercia, Jr.; Appreciation Award- Katie Regan ; Lifetime Achievement Award-Sean Canning. For more information and to purchase tickets please contact: ball@stpatricksdayparade.org .

BPGC events

Bradley Point Garden Club of West Haven will hold a bake sale on Thursday, Jan. 23, from 9-1 in the lobby of West Haven City Hall, 355 Main St.  The public is invited. The club will hold its monthly meeting at noon on Jan. 21 at Ora Mason Library, 260 Benham Hill Rd.  Call Marie at (203) 878-8428 if you are interested in becoming a member.

Adult fitness programs

The Department of Parks and Recreation is kicking off a trio of adult fitness programs this month.

The department will offer Kripalu yoga, instructed by Mary Beth Colleran, beginning Jan. 7.

It will also offer eight-week sessions of cardio muscle toning and Zumba starting the week of Jan. 13.

Each program will offer a trial class for anyone at least 16 years old.

Go to www.whparkrec.com for program and registration information, or visit the department’s Painter Park office at 190 Kelsey Ave.

Senior Center trip

Join the West Haven Senior Center on the following scheduled trip: All trips leave from Savin Rock Conference Center:

The first trip is to Mohegan Sun Casino Tuesday, March 24. Cost is $35 with $15 Free Bet and $15 Food Voucher or Free Buffett. Payment due by Monday, March 2. Bus departs Savin Rock Conference Center at 8:30 a.m. with departure from casino at 4 p.m.

Flyers with details for this trip are available at the office West Haven Senior Center 201 Noble St. or call (203) 937-3507 for more information.

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 call  Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442.

Mid-Winter Brunch

The annual Mid-Winter Brunch, sponsored by the West Haven Historical Society, is scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 26 at Duffy’s Tavern, 241 Campbell Ave. Time is 11 a.m. and the cost is $22 per person. Brunch will include scrambled eggs, Eggs Benedict, bacon, home fries, muffins, pastries, coffee and tea. This event is fundraiser for the society. Please call Sandy at (203) 934-3161, or Jon at (203) 933-0081 for reservations and information.

Valentine’s Doo-Wop

The West Haven Italian-American Civic Association will hold a Valentine’s Doo-Wop Dance at 85 Chase Lane on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 7, with Music by Charles the DJ till 12. Free beer, wine or soda. coffee and Danish. Tickets: $20 per person. Call Lou at (203) 934-3339 or (203) 464-1976 or Ben at (203) 933-4423.

Clothing sale

On Sunday, Jan. 26, from 2-4 p.m., Our Lady of Victory Beacon on the Hill, 634 Jones Hill Road, will be holding a $5/item sale of clothing – most with store tags – along with new and gently used pocketbooks and shoes. There will also be a variety of jewelry items, some new, most gently used, for bargain basement prices.

Parade Ball March 7

The Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee invites you to attend the Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade Ball on March 7, at Anthony’s Ocean View, New Haven. The 2020 Award Recipients accomplishments and contributions to thegreater New Haven community will be presented: 2020 Grand Marshall- Seamus Bohan; James J Dinnan Award-Richard Graziano; Cornelius Driscoll Award- Leonard Guercia, Jr.; Appreciation Award- Katie Regan ; Lifetime Achievement Award-Sean Canning. For more information and to purchase tickets please contact: ball@stpatricksdayparade.org .

BPGC events

Bradley Point Garden Club of West Haven will hold a bake sale on Thursday, Jan. 23, from 9-1 in the lobby of West Haven City Hall, 355 Main St.  The public is invited. The club will hold its monthly meeting at noon on Jan. 21 at Ora Mason Library, 260 Benham Hill Rd.  Call Marie at (203) 878-8428 if you are interested in becoming a member.

Adult fitness programs

The Department of Parks and Recreation is kicking off a trio of adult fitness programs this month.

The department will offer Kripalu yoga, instructed by Mary Beth Colleran, beginning Jan. 7.

It will also offer eight-week sessions of cardio muscle toning and Zumba starting the week of Jan. 13.

Each program will offer a trial class for anyone at least 16 years old.

Go to www.whparkrec.com for program and registration information, or visit the department’s Painter Park office at 190 Kelsey Ave.

Senior Center trip

Join the West Haven Senior Center on the following scheduled trip: All trips leave from Savin Rock Conference Center:

The first trip is to Mohegan Sun Casino Tuesday, March 24. Cost is $35 with $15 Free Bet and $15 Food Voucher or Free Buffett. Payment due by Monday, March 2. Bus departs Savin Rock Conference Center at 8:30 a.m. with departure from casino at 4 p.m.

Flyers with details for this trip are available at the office West Haven Senior Center 201 Noble St. or call (203) 937-3507 for more information.

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 call  Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442.

Parade Ball March 7

The Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee invites you to attend the Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade Ball on March 7, at Anthony’s Ocean View, New Haven. The 2020 Award Recipients accomplishments and contributions to thegreater New Haven community will be presented: 2020 Grand Marshall- Seamus Bohan; James J Dinnan Award-Richard Graziano; Cornelius Driscoll Award- Leonard Guercia, Jr.; Appreciation Award- Katie Regan ; Lifetime Achievement Award-Sean Canning.

For more information and to purchase tickets please contact: ball@stpatricksdayparade.org .

BPGC events

Bradley Point Garden Club of West Haven will hold a bake sale on Thursday, Jan. 23, from 9-1 in the lobby of West Haven City Hall, 355 Main St.  The public is invited.

The club will hold its monthly meeting at noon on Jan. 21 at Ora Mason Library, 260 Benham Hill Rd.  Call Marie at (203) 878-8428 if you are interested in becoming a member.

Adult fitness programs

The Department of Parks and Recreation is kicking off a trio of adult fitness programs this month.

The department will offer Kripalu yoga, instructed by Mary Beth Colleran, beginning Jan. 7.

It will also offer eight-week sessions of cardio muscle toning and Zumba starting the week of Jan. 13.

Each program will offer a trial class for anyone at least 16 years old.

Go to www.whparkrec.com for program and registration information, or visit the department’s Painter Park office at 190 Kelsey Ave.

Senior Center trip

Join the West Haven Senior Center on the following scheduled trip: All trips leave from Savin Rock Conference Center:

The first trip is to Mohegan Sun Casino Tuesday, March 24. Cost is $35 with $15 Free Bet and $15 Food Voucher or Free Buffett. Payment due by Monday, March 2. Bus departs Savin Rock Conference Center at 8:30 a.m. with departure from casino at 4 p.m.

Flyers with details for this trip are available at the office West Haven Senior Center 201 Noble St. or call (203) 937-3507 for more information.

WHGC confab

The West Haven Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, Jan. 13, at Ora Mason Library, 260 Benham Hill Road at 11:30 a.m.  A luncheon will follow and the program will be a Valentine Heart, presented by Pati Rudolph.Newcomers are always welcome to join. For further information, call Iris at (203) 937-1674.

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 call  Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442.

Christmas Eve breakfast

First Congregational Church of West Haven (on the Green) is hosting a Christmas Eve breakfast from 9 am to 11 on Christmas Eve. All are welcome to join us. For more information please contact Kirsten at kvargo@fccwesthaven.org

OHS shop open

The Orange Historical Society is opened every Saturday with the antique shop and museum.  New and interesting items arrive weekly for those special occasions.  Holiday items are also available.  Avoid the long lines at the mall and shop at 605 Orange Center Road from 10-3.  If you like vintage dolls, this is your place.  For information, call (203) 795-3106.

Atlantic City trip

F. Seniors and Friends are running a trip to Atlantic City on Jan. 6-8, at Resorts Casino. Cost of the trip is doubles, $235; triples, $229, single, $319. Four meals, two shows and slot play included. Reservation must be with a deposit is $50 person with final payment due Nov. 29. Call Fred Morgillo, (203) 389-5808, or (203) 927-4249.

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 call  Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442.

GOP holiday party

The West Haven Republican Town Committee is hosting a Holiday Party on Wednesday, Dec. 19 at Johnny’s Grille from 6-9. Price is $15 per person, cash bar. Those attending are asked to bring food items for WHEAT or a toy to help the WHHS Peer Advocates with their toy drive. Chef Jeff, from West End Bistro, will be preparing the delicious food.

Christmas Eve breakfast

First Congregational Church of West Haven (on the Green) is hosting a Christmas Eve breakfast from 9 am to 11 on Christmas Eve. All are welcome to join us. For more information please contact Kirsten at kvargo@fccwesthaven.org

Breakfast with Santa 

First Lutheran Church is sponsoring Breakfast with Santa at the church, 52 George St, on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 9-12.There will be activities and photos with Santa. Tickets available at door  For more info, call Kyla (203) 859-2088

Christmas celebration

New Life Church located at 255 Jones Hill Road. invite you and your children (ages 5-10) to its first Christmas Celebration on Dec. 14, from 10-1:15.The Christmas Celebration will include: Decorating of gingerbread houses, 10:15-10:55; Reading of Christmas story, 11-11:15; Candy Cane Craft, 11:20-11:40; Snack time of Christmas cookies and juice, 11:45-12:10; Story of the Birth of Jesus & a gift for the Children, 12:15-1:15.Please RSVP, (203) 934-3022. Please leave your name, phone, and the number of children. A confirmation reply will be made. An adult must be present with the child during the festivities. An adult area with coffee, tea and cookies will be available during the activities, but adults are welcome to stay with the children.

OHS shop open

The Orange Historical Society is opened every Saturday with the antique shop and museum.  New and interesting items arrive weekly for those special occasions.  Holiday items are also available.  Avoid the long lines at the mall and shop at 605 Orange Center Road from 10-3.  If you like vintage dolls, this is your place.  For information, call (203) 795-3106.

Atlantic City trip

F. Seniors and Friends are running a trip to Atlantic City on Jan. 6-8, at Resorts Casino. Cost of the trip is doubles, $235; triples, $229, single, $319. Four meals, two shows and slot play included. Reservation must be with a deposit is $50 person with final payment due Nov. 29. Call Fred Morgillo, (203) 389-5808, or (203) 927-4249.

Coin Show

The Liberty Coin Club of West Haven, organized in1962, will host a Coin Show on Sunday, Dec. 15, at the Elks Club, 265 Main St., from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Anyone with an interest in buying, selling or collecting coins, or with questions about coins, is welcome to attend. Expert dealers and collectors will be on hand.

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 call  Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442.

Christmas Fest

First Congregational Church is hosting its annual Christmas Fest on the Green on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 9 to 2:30. The festival will have exciting craft and candy vendors, lunch, bake sale, and a kids’ activity table and surprise tree. Our Book Sale, Clothes Closet, and White Elephant sale will all be open as well. We’ll have decorated trees, wreaths, and other items being raffled off. Have your picture taken with Santa between 11:30 and 2. There is a collection of food for WHEAT. Questions? Contact First Congregational Church at (203) 933-6291.

Santa breakfast

The West Haven Italian-American Civic Association is sponsoring a Breakfast with Santa on Sunday, Dec. 15 from 10-1 at the Cielo Banquet Hall, 85 Chase Lane. Cost is $10 for members, $12 for non-members. Children 10 and under eat free. All Children must be registered with name, age and sex. RSVP by Dec. 11. Contact: Rich Frey, (203) 215-8698 or Lisa Aguzzi, (203) 927-6467. The buffet-style breakfast includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, coffee and juice.

Christmas events

The First and Wesley United Methodist Church parish is sponsoring two holiday events the weekend of Dec. 7-8. A Living Nativity (an outdoor re-creation of the Christmas story), is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7, from 2-4. This is a Christmas gift to the community. Experience the story of Christ’s birth by seeing the manger scene with costumed characters. During the event, parishioners will distribute free gifts (hats/mittens) to children, provide hot chocolate, and host a children’s craft area.

The next day, the 2nd annual Praise & Worship Concert “Light of Hope, is scheduled for 4 p.m.  

The concert is free and includes a wide variety of sacred music. *Your generous freewill offering will be used for the many ministries of the church. There’ll also be 17 handmade light-up snowman couples (approx. 7”x6”x6” each) available to purchase to benefit the church.

Breakfast with Santa 

First Lutheran Church is sponsoring Breakfast with Santa at the church, 52 George St, on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 9-12.There will be activities and photos with Santa. Tickets available at door  For more info, call Kyla (203) 859-2088

Christmas celebration

New Life Church located at 255 Jones Hill Road. invite you and your children (ages 5-10) to its first Christmas Celebration on Dec. 14, from 10-1:15.The Christmas Celebration will include: Decorating of gingerbread houses, 10:15-10:55; Reading of Christmas story, 11-11:15; Candy Cane Craft, 11:20-11:40; Snack time of Christmas cookies and juice, 11:45-12:10; Story of the Birth of Jesus & a gift for the Children, 12:15-1:15.Please RSVP, (203) 934-3022. Please leave your name, phone, and the number of children. A confirmation reply will be made. An adult must be present with the child during the festivities. An adult area with coffee, tea and cookies will be available during the activities, but adults are welcome to stay with the children.

Atlantic City trip

F. Seniors and Friends are running a trip to Atlantic City on Jan. 6-8, at Resorts Casino. Cost of the trip is doubles, $235; triples, $229, single, $319. Four meals, two shows and slot play included. Reservation must be with a deposit is $50 person with final payment due Nov. 29. Call Fred Morgillo, (203) 389-5808, or (203) 927-4249.

I-A Seniors

The West Haven Italian-American Civic Association Senior Center is seeking new members to join its Tuesday senior gathering. Join a group of friendly seniors in an afternoon of good company, with Bingo, cards, trips to casinos and conversations with like-minded people and more. We meet at the club, 85 Chase Lane, each Tuesday from noon to 3. The cost is just $3 per week to cover expenses. We offer refreshments at no additional cost. Call Sherri Torre, (203) 932-2893 for further information. 

Senior Center trips

Join the West Haven Seniors on the following scheduled trip: All trips leave from Savin Rock Conference Center:

Monday, Dec. 9 — The Westchester Broadway Theatre – “The Edwards Twins” New Holiday Themed Show! Direct from Las Vegas identical twins Anthony and Edward make musical legends come alive for this holiday performance. Sonny & Cher, Neil Diamond, Johnny Mathis and Barbara Streisand just to name a few of the acts re-created by the talented twins. Enjoy lunch at the theatre before the show. Cost $90 due by Nov. 1. Bus leaves Savin Rock Conference Center 9:30. Departs Westchester approximately at 3:45.

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.

Coin Show

The Liberty Coin Club of West Haven, organized in1962, will host a Coin Show on Sunday, Dec. 15, at the Elks Club, 265 Main St., from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Anyone with an interest in buying, selling or collecting coins, or with questions about coins, is welcome to attend. Expert dealers and collectors will be on hand.

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 call  Ralph Lawson, (203) 934-6442.