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Commodore Hull Thanksgiving Day 5k Countdown Is ON!
Shelton, CT – October 27, 2025 – The countdown is on! With just one month until the 23rd Annual Commodore Hull Thanksgiving Day 5K Road Race, the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley is inviting walkers, joggers and runners of all ages to register now...
Michael “Neech” Cannici’s 30th Club-iversary
This month, we're proud to celebrate Michael Cannici's 30th anniversary with the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley! In honor of this milestone, we asked Mike, affectionately known as "Neech" to reflect on his three decades at the Club—and the...
Commodore Hull 5K: A Tradition With Roots & Reach
Thanksgiving morning in Shelton and Derby doesn’t just mean turkey, family and football—it means waking up early, tying your laces, stepping into the crisp air, and joining a community bound by tradition, kindness, and purpose. The Commodore Hull 5K Road Race is now...
Commodore Hull Thanksgiving Day Road Race Rushes Into 23rd Year
Shelton, CT, September 3, 2025 – The Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley is excited to announce that registration is now open for the 23rd Annual Commodore Hull Thanksgiving Day 5K Road Race presented by Greco & Haines, a cherished holiday...
The Valley Needs Club Kids: Investing in After School is Investing in Our Future
SHELTON, CT [August 2025 ] In a world that often feels more divided and disconnected than ever, even the most resilient adults have felt the strain. So, imagine what it’s like to be a young person. Nearly 40% of high school students report persistent feelings of...
New Campaign from Boys & Girls Clubs: “America Needs Club Kids”… “The Valley Needs Club Kids”
Shelton, CT — [July 1] Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley is proud to be part of a bold new national campaign launching this summer: America Needs Club Kids. The campaign from Boys & Girls Clubs of America is built on a simple idea: the America of...
The Club That Raised Me
The Club That Raised MeA Reflection on Legacy, Gratitude, and Giving Back This blog post is adapted from my acceptance speech upon being inducted into the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Alumni Hall of Fame. What follows is a reflection on that...
“Go Blue for Great Futures” This June to Support Boys & Girls Club of LNV
SHELTON, CT — This June, the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley invites the community to Go Blue for Great Futures, a vibrant, month-long giving campaign that combines community spirit with shopping, dining, and doing good. Local businesses are...
Boys & Girls Club of LNV Awards Nearly $46,000 in Scholarships to 20 Outstanding Youth
Shelton, CT — The Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley proudly awarded nearly $46,000 in scholarships to 20 deserving members during its 2025 Scholarship Awards Night on May 14. After nearly two decades of leading the Scholarship Committee, longtime...
The Greatest Gift
On April 24, 2025 my wife Connie and I were honored to receive the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, Champion of Youth Award. This award is given to those who have dedicated themselves to serving children and who have made an impact on youth...