Hurliman receives Quilt of Valor

Hurliman receives Quilt of Valor

The Sarah Riggs Humphreys-Mary Silliman Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution presented its handmade Quilt of Valor to Joel Hurliman outside at the Sutter-Terlizzi American Legion Post 16 during a Veterans Day ceremony.

Regent Jeaneen Buchanan, one of the quilters, said Veterans Day is an appropriate opportunity to show appreciation for the service and sacrifice of those who serve the nation.

Hurliman has more than 35 years of law enforcement experience and was Shelton police chief until his retirement in 2015. He was a master sergeant in the Connecticut Army National Guard for 23 years. He currently serves as major in the Second Company Governor's Foot Guard.

Marion Osborne and Linda Papp, two of the quilters, wrapped the Quilt of Valor over the shoulders of Hurliman as he was presented with a Quilt of Valor certificate.

The DAR perpetuates the memory and spirit of the men and women who won American independence. Any woman who is lineally descended from an ancestor who aided the patriot cause during the American Revolution may be eligible to join. The DAR is a nonprofit lineage society focused on historical preservation, community education and patriotism. For more information visit www.sarahriggshumphreysDAR.org

Turkey Trot on Nov. 26

The Shelton Trails Committee will hold its annual hike on the Turkey Trot Trail at 1 p.m. on Nov. 26.

A moderately easy two-mile loop with a steep hill or two, the Turkey Trot Trail passes through woods and around Silent Waters reservoir. Please note that the trail is not stroller friendly. Children and leashed pets are welcome. No registration is necessary.

Meet in the parking lot of the Shelton Intermediate School, 675 Constitution Blvd. North. If weather is questionable, check the Hikes and Special Events page of the http://sheltontrailscom.blogspot.com/ for updates.

To receive email notifications of future Shelton Trails Committee hikes and work parties, send your email address to sheltontrailscommittee@gmail.com.

Shelton receives $563K grant

Shelton received a state grant for $563,000 to be used on downtown accessibility improvements.

City officials said the grant will be used to install pedestrian ramps that are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act throughout the downtown corridor. This project complements and furthers the city's commitment to Complete Streets including bike and pedestrian safety and ADA transition plans.

Gov. Ned Lamont and Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto last week announced that the Connecticut Department of Transportation was awarding $11.7 million in grants to 17 towns and cities across Connecticut under the state-funded Community Connectivity Grant Program.

Now in its fifth round of awards, the program is an infrastructure improvement initiative that provides funding for local projects that improve safety and accessibility for pedestrians, bicyclists and transit users in urban, suburban and rural communities.

Municipalities that have been selected to receive grants will be expected to complete the project within three years.

Pumpkin and Holly Fair set

Huntington Congregational Church's annual Pumpkin and Holly Fair will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 17 and 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 18.

The fair features Christmas ornaments and decorations, jam and jelly, baked goods, gingerbread sleighs and cookies, gourmet gift baskets, pet items, hand-crafted gifts, candy and Saturday donuts. Soup and pie are available to go.

Items are crafted by church members. Purchases help support the work and missions of the HCC Women's Fellowship.

The church is located at 19 Church St., Shelton. For more information, visit http://www.huntingtonucc.org

Magic: The Gathering for Beginners

Plumb Memorial Library and Ethereal Lounge are joining forces to offer a program for those interested in playing Magic: The Gathering.

Tweens and teens, ages 12 and older, are encouraged to register for this free event. This program is geared toward beginners who may not know how to play but are interested in learning about the game. Ethereal Lounge will be providing new player booster packs and cards to help them build decks with free starter decks for new players while supplies last.

This event will run from 1 to 3 p.m. on Nov. 25 at Plumb Memorial Library. Snacks and light refreshments will be available.

Register online through sheltonlibrarysystem.org, in person at Plumb Library, or by calling 203-924-1580. For more information, call 203-924-1580 ext. 5103.

American Legion Post 16 blood drive

American Legion Post 16 will host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 17 at Post 16, 295 Old Bridgeport Ave.

The Red Cross offers snacks and juice for donors after giving blood.

Make an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor app, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Hospital hosts AARP driver safety program

Griffin Hospital will host an AARP driver safety program from 8:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. on Dec. 9 at the hospital, 130 Division St., Derby.

The course is open to everyone though it is geared toward drivers aged 50 and older.

The training is designed to help drivers learn current rules of the road, how to operate vehicles safer in today's increasingly challenging driving environment and make some adjustments to common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time.

The course also covers maintaining proper following distance at all times; the safest way to change lanes and make turns at intersections; the effects of medications on driving; how to minimize the effect of dangerous blind spots; the importance of eliminating distractions; proper use of seat belts, air bags and anti-lock brakes; as well as ways to monitor driving skills and capabilities.

As a bonus, participants can check with their auto insurance company about discounts for completing the course.

The cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Make checks payable to "AARP."

To register, call Tammy at 203-732-1523

Pastel painting at Art League meeting

Karen Israel will offer a pastel painting demonstration at the Shelton Art League meeting on Nov. 20.

Israel's presentation will begin at 1 p.m., following the general meeting that begins at 11:45 a.m. at the Shelton Community Center, 41 Church Street, 2nd floor, room 2.

Israel, an experienced teacher in pastels and the principals of art, creates portraits, landscapes, waterscapes and still life. Her pastels have won numerous awards in national and international juried exhibitions. Her work has been in the Pastel Journal Magazine and in exhibits in France and various Connecticut museums.

For more information, visit http://www.sheltonartleague.org. Guests are always welcome.

Shelton Exchange Club donation

The Shelton Exchange Club recently donated a $1,000 check to Family Centered Services. The Shelton Exchange Club raises money primarily for the prevention of child abuse and numerous other charities.

For more information on the club or how to donate, call Club President Tom Turner at 203-257-9083.