You are cordially invited to The Derby Historical Society's Annual Meeting Luncheon and Awards Presentation Sunday, April 12th 1:00pm - 4:00pm J.R. Payden Field House, 75 Chatfield Street, Derby This year's award recipients are:   Dorothy Larson Award Gary Scarpa   David Humphreys Service Award Paul Simpson   Dr. John I. Howe Award Catholic War…

Civil War Stories Saturday, April 11th 10:00am Derby Public Library 313 Elizabeth Street, Derby CT   Join Dr. Joseph DiRienzo for a special presentation on the Civil War as part of the Derby Historical Society's celebration of America's 250th Birthday.   Copies of Joe's newest book "Lower Naugatuck Valley of Connecticut and the Civil War"…

Open Hearth Tasting Saturday, March 21st 1:00pm - 4:00pm David Humphreys House $10pp (under 3 is free of charge)     Visit the David Humphreys House, cozy up by the fire and enjoy samples of items cooked over an open hearth. Items served this afternoon may include but are subject to change: beef stew, homemade…