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Mock car crash puts focus on dangers of drunk driving

BY JASON BLEAUVILLAGER STAFF WRITER

THOMPSON — Thompson emergency personnel had a busy morning on Friday, May 9, as a demonstration for local students

was interrupted for a real emer-gency elsewhere in town.

The morning began with firefighters making their way to Tourtellotte Memorial High School for the school’s 11th mock car accident to raise awareness of the dangers of drunk driving and the importance of respon-sible decision making with

Jason Bleau photos

The student actors in the Tourtellotte mock car crash pose for a photo before the big demonstration. Please Read CRASH, page A13

Pomfret passes 2014-15 budget


POMFRET — Pomfret has become the first town in the Quiet Corner to pass its fiscal 2014-15 budget as the result of the municipality’s Annual Town Meeting on Thursday, May 8.

The general govern-ment and education spending plans were both put on the table for con-sideration as the last in a long list of items on the

agenda for the meeting, receiving the majority vote in the affirmative to accept the spending plans with a .34-mil increase to the town.

First Selectman Maureen Nicholson said she was thrilled to see the budgets pass.

“I think it was a com-promised budget,” Nicholson said. “I think all three boards worked together to bring it in with a very modest

increase. There may have been some folks in the room that wanted a zero-mil increase. That would have probably only been the result of larger cuts from the budget or by the Board of Finance taking more money out of the reserve fund.”

The new spending plan brings the mil rate to 24.13, following a meeting of the Board of Finance in the wake of the vote.


DANIELSON — The Danielson Lions are making an effort to bring new life to a park baring their name this spring and summer, starting with a cleanup and refurbishing effort on Saturday, May 10.

Members of the Danielson Lions Club and volunteers from within the commu-nity came together at Lions Park on Lewis Boulevard to give the playground a much needed makeover in hopes of not only bring-ing in new members and showing what the Lions are all about, but also drawing attention to the park, which in the past has been a pop-ular fishing location, and is often overshad-owed by Owen Bell Park in Dayville.

Danielson Lions President Nathaniel Kight explained more

on the initiative as he helped his fellow Lions install a new kiosk on the grounds.

“Danielson Lions Park has been deterio-

Jason Bleau photos

Danielson Lions Club volunteers set up a new metal flag-pole to replace the broken fiberglass one.

The ‘rebirth’ of Danielson Lions Park

Club sets goals for bringing Community

together

Please Read PARK, page A20

town meeting leads to approval of .35-mil inCrease


PUTNAM — Those driving up and down Kennedy Drive or enjoying the beautiful spring weather along the Quinebaug River Trail in Putnam may have come across two of the town’s newest sights in recent months.

Two new sculptures have been installed along the river trail, and while their presence has been noted for some time, many may not know the story behind how those sculptures came to be.

Putnam Economic and Community

Development Director Delpha Very said an anonymous donor from Woodstock paid for the sculptures and approached her about the works of Dale Rogers, of Dale Rogers Studio, in Ward Hill, Mass. The anonymous donation and talks with the artist led to Putnam playing host to Rogers’ Big Dog Show in Rotary Park con-taining around 14 12-foot sculptures of dogs with the typical shape of a bone carved out of them. Following the show Putnam was able to choose a

Please Read BUDGET, page A14

real life emergenCy interrupts annual demonstration

‘Four People’ and an ‘American Dog’ the story behind new

sCulptures on Kennedy drive

The swing sets, slide and playscape at Danielson Lions Park all received new paint jobs to match the Lions colors.

Please Read SCULPTURES, page A14

Jason Bleau photos

The new “Four People” sculpture visible along the Quinebaug River Trail in Putnam.

KINGS POINT, N.Y. — Midshipman Taylor Sulik, son of Nancy Coolidge, of Killingly, was recognized on April 14, at

the United States Merchant Marine Academy.

The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, located in Kings

Point, N.Y., educates merchant mariners to serve America’s maritime transportation and defense needs in times of peace and war.

The Congressionally nomi-nated Class of 2017, were first welcomed to the campus in July of 2013 to begin a rigorous regimen of academic, military, and physical training known as Indoctrination. On Acceptance Day, Sept. 9, 2013, these Plebes took oath into the USMMA

Regiment of Midshipmen, and were sworn into the U.S. Naval Reserve.

The Academy is the only fed-eral service academy where three graduation credentials are earned – a Bachelor of Science Degree, a U.S. Coast Guard license as a deck or engineering officer, and an offi-cer’s commission in any of the armed services. Graduating midshipmen ensure a steady stream of leaders and mer-

chant marine officers that support their nation’s eco-nomic and security inter-ests.

As Rear Admiral Helis attests, “Merchant mari-ners play a vital role in our nation’s maritime indus-try, and they lead with integrity, honor, intel-ligence, dedication, and competence.”

Midshipman Sulik’s

major is in Maritime Logistics and Security, earning him 170 credits in 3 academic years, as well as a sea year training on U.S. merchant ships traveling to six continents.

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Memories of the 1930’sMarilyn Labbe has been busy extract-

ing businesses and interesting arti-cles from the 1930 Windham County Transcripts, and I thought I’d share a few.

Perhaps they will jog your memories or remind you of something older rela-tives once talked about.

One of the most important real estate transactions was the purchase by George A. LeClair of the Windham County Savings Bank Building, which he remodeled. The first floor is now occupied by the First National Store, that chain having merged with the Economy groceries.

“Hopes for a new hotel have not yet been fulfilled, but the prospects are much better than they were a year ago, E. C. Rogers of Putnam having bought the T. E. Hopkins estate on Main street (site of KMS) and made plans to recon-struct it as a modern inn. There also appears to be a chance of securing a new post office, which is badly needed with the volume of business now trans-acted here.” (WCT 1-2-30)

Of course, I’m sure some of you remember when the Kingswood Inn was located at that corner of Hutchins Street and Route 12 where Killingly Memorial School is now located. Joan Kent said that her cousin Connie Rybacki lived nearby, and as young teens they loved to walk by the inn to try to catch a glimpse of the ladies sitting on the veranda hav-ing afternoon tea. Of course they were dressed up, hats and all (conversation, 5-8-14). Please share other memories you might have of the Kingswood Inn.

The Killingly Historical Society recently received a gift of an enormous “loving cup” from the Killingly Public School System. Standing about 16 1/2 inches high, it almost jumps out at the viewer because of its sheer size. The inscription reads as follows: “The Liberty Cup — Presented to the Marietta Kies Debating Society of Killingly High School by W. Irving Bullard for Interclass Debate.” Glenna Bruno helped decipher the finely written script that named the yearly winners: 1918 Junior Class: Lawrence Casey, Gladys Gallup, Howard Franklin; alter-nate-Norman Reeves. 1919 Junior Class:

Samuel H. Back, Henry E. Hill, Dorothy Howard; alternate-Edna E. Read. 1926 Senior Class: Henry C. Stoddard, Walter A. LaPierre.

How many of you recall when the Orpheum Theater gave out promo-tional items? What a lively and interesting discussion we had around the “round table” at the Center on May 7. I think Doug Flannery, Bernie Mitchell, Gary Wrobel, Bob Korpinen, Glenna Bruno and I were seated there at the time. Comments were coming quickly, so if I’ve forgotten anyone, please forgive me.

Doug wondered if anyone remem-bered when the theater gave out glitter. “Glitter Magic,” he called it. The girls especially loved it and went home with glitter in their hair. The theater must have been quite a mess that afternoon. Gary continued by asking who recalled the hula-hoop contests that were held on the stage between the Saturday chil-dren’s matinees. The contests, held for various age groups, were held for quite a few weeks and became quite elabo-rate, with children twirling hoops on their arms and legs. Glenna reminisced about the dish giveaway for adults at the Tuesday afternoon matinees (ladies day) and said that some women were able to acquire complete sets of dish-es that way. I had to chuckle for that evening I mentioned the dishes to my 93-year-old mother in Pennsylvania when I called her. It produced a nev-er-before-heard story. She said my great-grandmother would round up her grandchildren and take them to the the-ater for its dish promotion because she would be given a dish for each child for whom she had purchased a ticket.

I mentioned the conversation to Joan Kent who said that her mother had some of the dishes from the Orpheum give-away. Although she hadn’t gone to the theater, a friend had, and had given her the dishes.

Joan reminisced that when she was

attending the high school on Broad Street, now the recre-ation center, she and her friends would run down the hill as soon as school let out to go to the afternoon mati-nees at the Orpheum. It’s too bad that we no longer have a movie theater in Killingly.

Allen Solomon stopped in the Killingly Historical Center with a few tidbits about one of the Coney Island restaurants (Coney Island Lunch) that had been in Danielson. He said that his father, William Solomon, and twin brother, John, ran the one that was located where Oliver’s Music Store is now situated. A check of Natalie Coolidge’s Killingly Business Encyclopedia dated it to the 1940’s (1946 Telephone Directory). He said that when he was young, his father later ran a little store in East Killingly. You may remember it as Wells’ Store.

We made use of the 1948, 1954, and 1957 Danielson Business Directories to see if we could get a feel for the dates. The 1948 Directory listed Hassan Solomon, wife Julia, with a store in East Killingly. Allen said that Hassan was his father, William. His uncle John Solomon was a clerk in the store. Perhaps if you lived in East Killingly, you remember them. By 1954 William was listed as a spinner in Willimantic (American Thread) so he only operated the East Killingly store for a short time. That little bit of research is exactly the type anyone from the area can do if they’re trying to narrow down where family members lived and their occupa-tions. Feel free to stop in.

Let’s see what you remember from 50 years ago. How many of you recall Ray and Rita’s Square Dance and Western Clothing Store on Cook Hill Road “1 1/2 miles off Route 6”? The ad I came across in the Windham County Transcript advertised its grand opening on Sunday, May 3 (1964) and mentioned square dancing to Charlie Steimetz from 2 to 4. (WCT 4/20/64)

The ad that was underneath the

above really intrigued me, and I won-der how many of you recall the special promotion.

“Danielson Flooded with Lucky Two Dollar Bills. Beginning April 23 thru May 15, the Danielson Merchants are running a Lucky Two (Dollar) Bill Promotion. Fifty winners — Just check the serial numbers on all your Two Dollar Bills with the Lucky Serial Numbers posted inside every partici-pating store. Every Lucky Two Dollar Bill is worth $5 in cash. Just give your ‘Lucky Two Dollar Bill’ to any partic-ipating merchant. He will gladly give you $5 in cash, plus Two Dollars for your ‘Lucky Two.’” (WCT 4/30/64)

Come join us at the Killlingly Historical Center “round table” and share your memories (you do not have to be a member of the Killingly Historical Society to stop in and visit with us). We would love to see you.

Do you have relatives who once attended St. Mary’s Church in Putnam? Sue Miour and Claire LaPorte of the Aspinock Historical Society of Putnam will present a program on the history of the church on Sunday, May 18, at 2 p.m., in the church sanctuary. All are welcome. A book on the history of St. Mary’s, that they and Fab Cutler have prepared, will also be available the day of the program.

Margaret M. Weaver is the Killingly Municipal Historian. Special thanks to Glenna Bruno, Doug Flannery, Gary Wrobel, Bernie Mitchell, Bob Korpinen, Joan Kent, and Marilyn Labbe for mem-ories and materials used in this column. For additional information visit the Killingly Historical Center Wednesday or Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or by appointment), visit www.killinglyhis-tory.org, or call 860-779-7250. Mail for the Killingly Historical & Genealogical Society, Inc. or the Killingly Historical Center should be sent to P.O. Box 6000, Danielson, CT 06329. Margaret Weaver may be reached at [email protected]. Note: Neither the Killingly Historical Center nor I have Caller ID. Please leave your name and phone num-ber when calling. Thank you.

MARGARET WEAVER

KilliNGly AT 300

Sulik honored at Merchant Marine Academy

Taylor Sulik

Woodstock resident commissionedPORTLAND, Maine — Tim Fogarty, of Woodstock, was

commissioned last Friday, May 9, in Portland, Maine, as a second lieutenant in the U.S Army.

Tim graduates Saturday, May 16, from the University of New England’s nursing program. His first assignment as an Army nurse will be basic officer leadership training in San Antonio.

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PUTNAM — Rose M. Laskowski has celebrated 60 years of Mother’s Day with her daughter, Theresa Ann Czernicki. She is a resident of Matulaitis Nursing Home in Putnam, for almost six years. Rose is almost 89 1/2 and enjoys all the activities there. Her favorite is the music activity, where she shows off her dancing skills. She says she learned how to dance from her older broth-er Frank Olson, who would take her to the dances when they were teenagers at the Knights of Columbus, in North Grosvenordale, where she grew up.

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY


THOMPSON — Another local connection to Old Sturbridge Village is gaining quite a bit of attention lately, thanks to a new initiative by the living museum to bring in outside assistance for the maintenance and support of the different buildings that make up the Village.

Many have taken the time to explore the historic structures of the Village, but few may have noticed that a piece of Thompson’s history is hidden on the grounds in the form of the Thompson Bank, which was moved from Thompson to the Village in the 1950’s. On Sunday, May 4, Old Sturbridge Village Board of Trustees member Sue Vincent headlined a fundraising event at her home at Greystone Farm in Thompson to help kick start efforts to sup-port the upkeep of the Thompson Bank through Old Sturbridge Village’s new “Adopt a Building” fundraising initiative spawned from the museum’s Preservation Society.

Vincent explained the details of this new initiative and why the Thompson Bank was chosen as the beneficiary of her efforts.

“[‘Adopt a Building’] is spearheaded by Norm Abrams, a member of the Board of Trustees who is well known from ‘This Old House,’ and ‘The Yankee Workshop,’” Vincent said. “The Thompson Bank came from Thompson, so I thought it would be nice to have a fund-raiser in town for the upkeep of the bank. It was built in 1835, and operated until 1893. It was between the Congregational Church and

the brick Academy Building on the Thompson Common before it was trans-ported, in one piece, to Old Sturbridge Village.”

The group lead-ing the fundraising effort to support the Bank has been called the “Friends of the Thompson Bank,” and has set a goal to raise $10,000 a year over the next three years at the very least to help support the bank. Vincent says the fundraiser held on May 4 sur-passed the $10,000 goal and brought them closer to their minimum goal of $30,000 over the next three years.

Many supporters of the fundraiser seemed to embrace the sense of nostal-gia the bank brings to those who know its history. A mem-ber of Friends of the

Thompson Bank and active Thompson resident Valentine Iamartino said her support for the bank harkens back to her childhood as a visitor to Old Sturbridge Village.

“As a young school girl from Thompson, I remember my grade school trips to Old Sturbridge Village,” Iamartino said. “I keenly remember walking into The Thompson Bank for the first time. I was enthralled by the idea that such a special building was moved from the town I was living in.”

Vincent pointed out that many may not have even known that the bank was still around and those who have seen it may have failed to realize it’s connection to Thompson. Her hope is to see the support come flooding in to continue to preserve a piece of Thompson’s history for genera-tions to come. So far, the support shown at her recent fundraiser has proven that her hopes for the future are on the right track.

“It was heartwarming to know that there are people that still have a connection to the bank and people from Thompson and others still remember and realize the bank is a big part of the town,” Vincent said. “Not a lot of people may even have realized until now that the bank ever even existed and that it still does at the Village.”

Those wishing to donate to the cause can learn how by contacting Old Sturbridge Village about their “Adopt a Building” fundraising cam-paigns and the Friends of the Thompson Bank.

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If you find a mistake, call (860) 928-1818 during normal busi-ness hours. During non-business hours, leave a message in the edi-tor’s voice mailbox. The editor will return your phone call.

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Interns stand in front of the Thompson Bank at Old Sturbridge Village.

Town to conduct food drive during referendum

WOODSTOCK — At the Annual Budget Referendum Tuesday, May 20, from noon to 8 p.m., the Town of Woodstock will continue to work hard to help low-income residents with food, fuel, and other assistance programs with its periodic food drive.

Please drop off a bag of non-perishable groceries or donate a few dollars to help a neighbor stay warm! Our collection display will be located at the polling area. Through

TEEG, low-income res-idents in Woodstock can learn about what services are available for assis-tance.

We expect an increased need again this year, so please give generously. Many thanks for your con-tinued support! Contact the First Selectman’s Office at 860-928-0208, ext. 336 or check our website at www.woodstockCT.gov.

DKH physicians named to ‘Top Docs’ list

PUTNAM — Five phy-sicians practicing in the Day Kimball Healthcare (DKH) integrated sys-tem have been named to Connecticut Magazine’s recently published “Top Docs” list.

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“Top Docs” list are:• Sherry Kroll, MD,

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• Jeffry Nestler, MD, gastroenterology, Connecticut GI & Medical Associates, PC; associated with Day Kimball Medical Group

• Mandeep Dhami, MD, oncology, Eastern Connecticut Hematology and Oncology

Associates (ECHO); associated with DKH Cancer Care Center

• Dinesh Kapur, MD, oncology/hematology, Eastern Connecticut Hematology and Oncology

Associates (ECHO); associated with DKH Cancer Care Center

• Dennis Slater, MD, oncology, Eastern Connecticut Hematology and Oncology Associates (ECHO); associated with DKH Cancer Care Center

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THOMPSON — Memorial Day is right around the corner, and this year, Thompson’s commemoration of the day will be graced with national pride in the hands of the youngest members of the community thanks to a local veterans organization.

Norm Babbitt, a Korean War veteran and longtime organizer of Veterans Day and Memorial Day events in Thompson, paid a visit to the young children at Mary R. Fisher Elementary School in Thompson on Wednesday, May 7, to drop off flags for the children to wave in this year’s pre-Memorial Day celebration event, which Babbitt is coordinating for the final time in 2014.

The flags were courtesy of VFW Post 10088 and its aux-iliary members, and will be flown in the hands of stu-dents during the May 23 commemoration at Thompson’s Elementary School. More than 400 flags were ordered for students, faculty and staff who will be able to take them home following the event.

“This being my last time as coordinator of the pro-grams, it’s one way to end it on a positive note,” said Babbitt, who says he is retiring due to several factors, and would like to pass the torch. “As many know, the last 15 to 16 years I’ve been involved with the schools and parades, and eight or 10 years ago I started the pre-Me-morial Day and pre-Veteran’s Day programs. It really blossomed four years ago. Now, almost 500 people file into the auditorium for the various programs, and under

the guidance of [Mary R. Fisher Assistant Principal Megan Baker], we have a program lined up for [May 23] that I’m really looking forward to.”

The money for the flags came from a fund that was established in 2010 that depends on donations to pur-chase flags for all different uses in the town.

“The money for the flags, believe it or not,

came from our initial fundraiser in 2010,” Babbitt said. “We’ve bought other flags for other purposes, including the flags on the poles on Route 12 and Main Street that the Public Works Department puts up for the holidays. We ended up with $3,100, so since 2010, flags and presen-tations related to flags have come from that.”

Elementary School Principal Noveline Beltram called the donation just one more chapter in the efforts put forth by Babbitt and his family to help instill a sense of pride and understanding for the significance of the red, white and blue in local youth. She took the time express her gratitude as both a citizen and a principal.

“I thank Mr. Babbitt for all his years of bringing citi-zenship to our schools and students and to our commu-nity,” Beltram said. “He has been a supporter of children for all these years. He’s been a teacher and his son was our principal. We are so very grateful for the Babbitt family, and Norm in particular.”

Now, Babbitt turns his focus to the Memorial Day celebrations he has helped coordinate for so many years for the final time. While his successor has not been announced, it’s clear through the donation from the VFW Post 10088 that he is not the only veteran who values reaching out to the youth and other members of the community. Thanks to them, the students of Mary. R. Fisher Elementary School have brand new flags to wave with pride for years to come.

Jason Bleau may be reached (860) 928-1818, ext. 112, or by e-mail at [email protected].


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Attawaugan Fire Department holds second annual carnivalProceeds benefit Purchase of new equiPment

DAYVILLE — For the second year in a row, the Attawaugan Fire Department held a carnival event at Owen Bell Park, kicking off the first two weekend of May in style. Games, music, funhouses, rides and more filled the parking lot of Dayville’s popular park, drawing massive crowds throughout the two weekends with all the proceeds going towards the purchase of new equipment for the department. The exact amount raised was not available for press time.

Elizabeth Leach, of Brooklyn, and her grandfather, Chandler Paquette, of Woodstock, board the Ferris wheel to get a bird’s eye-view of Dayville.

Members of the Attawaugan Fire Department take a break from work-ing the grill and concessions for a photo op.

Always a popular attraction, the large slide on hand for the carnival proved to be loads of fun for kids and adults alike.

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Attawaugan Fire Chief Matthew Desrosiers manned the DJ station, providing some good tunes to accompany the rides and games.

Sadie Wood, 6, of Woodstock, enjoys a swing ride at Owen Bell Park.

Veteran delivers flags to Thompson studentsbabbitt thanked for continued commitment to local youth and veterans

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A selection of students from Mary. R. Fisher Elementary School join Principal Noveline Beltram, Korean War veteran Norm Babbitt and Assistant Principal Megan Baker in being the first to wave the new flags donated by VFW Post 10088.

News Briefs

Union CollegeSCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Union College Prize Day was

held on Saturday, May 10, in the College’s Memorial Chapel. Students were honored for achievement in aca-demics, research, service and governance.

Kimberly Derosier, of Brooklyn, was awarded the Daniel F. Pullman Engineering Prize, to a senior in high scholastic standing in engineering. Derosier is a mem-ber of the Class of 2014.

Champlain CollegeBURLINGTON, Vt. — Sarah Bell, a resident of

Woodstock, has been named to the Champlain College President’s List as a full-time student achieving a Spring 2014 semester grade point average of 4.0. Bell is majoring in Early Childhood/Elementary Education.

Assumption CollegeWORCESTER, Mass. — Zacharia El-Samin, of

Brooklyn, a member of Assumption College’s Class of 2014 presented his project “Optimization of DNA Sonication,” at Assumption’s 20th Undergraduate Symposium on April 14-15.

Zacharia’s project explored the optimization of the “sonication,” of DNA samples in Chromatin Immunoprecipitation (ChIP), and how this process applies to Pregnancy-Associated Breast Cancers (PABC) research.

Keene State CollegeKEENE, N.H. — Keene State College has announced

the names of 1,091 students who are candidates for graduation this month with associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degrees. This year’s graduating class includes:

Heather Gosselin, of Dayville, graduating with a BSJoshua Emerson, of Brooklyn, graduating with a BS

Pomfret SchoolPOMFRET — Working in a variety of media, students

in the AP Arts program at Pomfret School are seeing their best efforts showcased in “Portfolio,” a group show which opened on Tuesday, April 29, at P.S. ART, the School’s off-campus gallery located at the Silver Circle Gallery and Art Center in nearby Putnam, Conn. The exhibit includes paintings, sculptures, and digitally

altered photographs--all deemed portfolio-worthy by the students enrolled in the year-long advanced arts classes.

Charles Paul, of Woodstock, a member of the Pomfret class of 2014, has a sculpture in the exhibition.

Renee Leveillee, of Thompson, a member of the Pomfret class of 2014, was a member of the 2D photogra-phy class, has a digitally altered photograph compilation on display.

Champlain CollegeBURLINGTON, Vt. — Sarah Bell, a resident of

Woodstock, has been named to the Champlain College President’s List as a full-time student achieving a Spring 2014 semester grade point average of 4.0. Bell is majoring in Early Childhood/Elementary Education.

Putnam High SchoolPUTNAM — Putnam High School band will be per-

forming a Pops Concert at the band stand at Rotary Park in Putnam on Wednesday, May 21, at 6 p.m.

Please bring a non-perishable food item if you can, which will be donated to local food banks. Get ready for a nice evening with great music as the stu-dents show off their musi-cal talents.

Summer Arts Academy

PUTNAM — Thousands of dollars are still avail-able in scholarships for high school and mid-dle school students who wish to attend the Quiet Corner’s new premier fine arts camp, the Summer Arts Academy.

The program is cur-rently accepting students and has limited space available. Held July 28 – Aug. 1 at Pomfret School, the program is taught by nationally renowned art-ists and offers instruction in acting, creative writing,

dance, chamber orchestra, chorus, drawing/painting, and photography.

Every accepted student automatically receives a full scholarship applied to the tuition of the program, worth over $1,500.

SAA students are taught by award-winning faculty from the region and across the nation. This year’s fac-ulty includes Miriam Burns of New York City (a former cover conductor for the New York Philharmonic) and Brad Davis of Pomfret, whose poetry has been published in many well-known journals, magazines, and collec-tions. Students will perform or display their works at the First Friday event in Putnam on Aug. 1.

For more information about SAA, application materials, visit www.summerartsacademy.com

Putnam High School ReunionWEBSTER, Mass. — Great Putnam High School

Reunion for PHS Classes of 1971, 1972, 1973 & 1974 will be held June 14, 5 to 11 p.m. at Indian Ranch, 200 Gore Road, Webster. Last call is May 25. Please contact Sue Lindley at 860-928-5527 or email [email protected] if you are a member of one of the above classes.


Woodstock’s 2nd Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale

Saturday, June 14, 2014The Town of Woodstock First Selectman’s office and the Recreation Department will host their Second Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale on June 14. All Woodstock residents, businesses and organizations are welcome to participate. There is a $10.00 registration fee to place your location on the tag sale map which will be available for the public to purchase. Business advertising space is also available on the map at the cost of $25.00 for a standard business card size. Proceeds will benefit the Woodstock Fuel Assistance Program.

For more information contact Shannon Reynolds at (860) 315-5175. Forms will be available at www.woodstockct.gov

or in the First Selectman’s office. Registration deadline is May 28, 2014

Local art showcase shines spotlight on student talentTHOMPSON — On Friday, May 2, the Mary R. Fisher

Elementary School held their 13th annual Art Show and Ice Cream Social.

This year’s show, entitled “Exposition d’art,” was a presentation of nearly 2,000 works of art, from stu-dents in grades Pre-K through 4, influenced by themes and cultures of the French language, and our great Impressionist masters. The evening was a huge success, with close to 500 people in attendance.

Families viewed hundreds of magnificent 2D works ranging from watercolors, to acrylics paintings, chalk pastel drawings, collages, string paintings, and two-block prints. The elementary cafeteria and surrounding corridors were transformed by several large sculptural installations, all of which encompassed the French themes studied by the students over the course of this year. These included Notre Dame Cathedral bedecked

with fourth grade ceramic gargoyles, a Tour de France exhibit complete with racing bicycles, a 10-foot Statue of Liberty, a 3D papier-mâché replica of Edgar Degas’s “Little Dancer”, and Monet’s garden at Giverny, with an inviting Japanese footbridge floating water lilies made by the third graders.

As beautiful French music floated throughout each exhibit, adorable ceramic preschool escargot scooted across an oversized dinner plate, second grade hot air balloons flew overhead, and live goldfish swam amidst breathtaking Kindergarten reproductions of Henri Matisse’s “Goldfish” painting, the entire show was an incredible celebration of student artwork.

The PTO simultaneously hosted an Ice Cream Social for the school community, serving up ice cream generous-ly donated by The Quiet Corner Creamery/Riverview, located on Kennedy Drive in Putnam. Many families enjoyed a refreshing, complimentary scoop, while stroll-ing through a Parisian paradise of student art.

Under the direction of Artist-Teacher Erica Connolly, she and her students had a tremendous year learning French, and studying the art, music, and themes of French culture. This was the second year in her new series, “Languages in Art”, with the previous year’s theme being Spanish. It is Mrs. Connolly’s hope that her students will not only develop a propensity for learning languages, but also cultivate a broader appreciation for art history and cultures of the world.

The magnitude of this year’s art show was an incred-ible reflection of student learning and showcased their exuberance for artistic expression. We say thank you, “Merci,” to all who attended in support of our Arts pro-gram, and our fine young artists!

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17. Put into words18. Performances19. Bank job20. Bunk22. “Let it stand”23. Certain surgeon’s

“patient”24. Newswoman Zahn26. “The Adventures of

___ and Otis,” film27. ___ Master’s Voice28. Hansen’s disease30. Black gold31. Come by33. Wisdom35. Contact, e.g.37. Water barrier38. Temporary substi-

tutes42. Survivor from an

earlier different environment

46. Popular retrieving dog

47. Covers up49. Density symbol50. Times to call, in

classifieds52. Kitchen counter?53. Extinct, flight-

less birds of New Zealand

54. Bombard55. “What’s ___?”56. Some people can’t

take them57. Short poem with

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specified in a will3. Most swampy4. Nonchalantly un-

concerned5. “Schindler’s ___”6. Charlotte-to-Raleigh

dir.7. Railroad station

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against older people12. Bring up13. Really good

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inhabiting Rwanda and Burundi

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Weekly CrosswordMay 16, 2014

BY VICTORIA COXSPECIAL TO THE VILLAGER

There is an old Chinese proverb: “A thousand mile journey starts with one step.”

Traveling is terrifying — third world countries are even more so. But I’d real-ized some time ago that if I want to see what the world has to show me, then I can’t hide behind fear.

So in April, with 14 other students with me as moral support, I threw myself headlong onto a plane bound for a coun-try unlike any I’d ever imagined I’d see — a country that takes up half of a Caribbean island, but reflects the entire world.

Port-Au-Prince, Haiti was hot, and overwhelmingly so. It seemed that, even in a tank top, shorts, and flip-flops, com-fortable in northern Connecticut during even the hottest of days, I would melt right there while waiting for the bus. Right there in the shade.

Across the way, blue-hatted peace-keepers had stolen the other shade, the large triangular one cast by their hooded truck. They stood around, guns on their hips, eyes bored.

“I thought they wore helmets,” Rico asked Dr. Field, the sister of Elizabeth, the gentle-hearted woman who ran HELO.

“Only in war zones,” Dr. Field explained.

I raised an eyebrow, looking over at the peacekeepers again. If this didn’t qualify as a possible war-zone, I thought, then why do they need guns?

We hadn’t been allowed to explore Port-Au-Prince while waiting for the bus, but once we were shielded safely behind the glass windows, we could see as much of it as we wanted — the metal shacks all crowded together, the stalls overflowing with vendor food we couldn’t eat because we had no idea if it was safe. There were banks everywhere, simple, informal shacks brightly painted that our guide, a native Haitian named Polo, told us money often just disappeared from. Car horns shrieked from everywhere, not out of obstinate anger, but out of polite recog-nition. One quick tap meant, “Make way, I’m entering traffic!” Two meant “Sorry,

buddy, I’m passing you, don’t freak out.” Only one long blast meant “Ai-shi!” as Koreans might say, which roughly trans-lates to: “What the…”

A city would just fade away as we left it. The shacks would become fewer and far between, eventually giving in to the occasional stone-brick concrete home with wide open doors and palm trees dec-orating the unofficial yard. Mountains could be seen from almost any direction, looming god-like over the green, wild, littered landscape.

The kids at the orphanage welcomed us with a hug and kiss on the cheek. They were quiet, polite, as if they’d met hun-dreds of strangers before. They’d never seen a Chinwa though. Along on the trip were seven international students, six of whom were from China.

In hurried whispers, the children would say to each other, “Chinwa, chin-wa!” And with confidence they’d cling on to the arms of Zoey, Jay, Alice, Grace, and Yvonne, having already tackled Rico and S.J. (who’d already given up try-ing to explain that he was Korean, not Chinwa) to the ground.

And as we kicked a ball around with the boys, the girls would tug gently on the tips of our hair, straight and beau-tifully blonde like Emma’s, dark and tossed in a loose bun like that of Elle, or Alexandra’s gently tousled waves. “Bèl,” they would say in small voices and with wide eyes, and you realized you didn’t feel the need to say that you didn’t agree.

Tiny hands grasping ours, they led us around the buildings and lands they called home, the two halves of the orphanage split by a dirt road and an empty flood canal.

It hadn’t rained in Haiti for months. “Unfortunately, the road’s probably

flooded so we can’t go see the waterfall, which, ironically, probably has water in it now,” Elizabeth told us as we huddled under the school pavilion. She had to yell over the sound of sudden rain pounding on the metal roof. I looked at Kit, who had traveled to Haiti with Elizabeth and Sara, Elizabeth’s daughter, several times before.

“So it’s rainy season now?” I yelled. Kit shook her head.

“I guess the rainy season has come early this year,” she hollered back.

But the storms disappeared quick-ly, as if the hot and

humid air of the country absorbed the heavy droplets.

It took the electricity too.A collective groan would rumble

through the second floor of the guest-house when the power went out, the Wi-Fi with it. When the power went out at home, you could count on it coming back within a heartbeat’s time, other-wise CL&P would have lawsuits on their hands. In Haiti, there was no stable judi-cial system to prosecute and defend a lawsuit.

There was no stable anything.The power would go out for hours

at a time, and since we’d been told by Dr. Field on our first day that being bored wasn’t an option, that in Haiti you have to quickly understand that the only things that start on time are meals and church, we learned, as Rico described to me, to be like the water. To go with the ebb and flow of the Caribbean Sea.

And sometimes that meant we actually had to talk to each other.

On the roof of the guesthouse we’d sit each night, staring up at the stars. The stars seemed brighter. I almost didn’t believe they were the same stars I could see from home. Had Orion always looked so powerful? So full of wonder and cour-age?

Dr. Field would read Pablo Neruda and Billy Collins to us on the roof sometimes. Like the kids at HELO when we read our handmade books to them, we’d sit quietly beside her, staring out at the horizon, hearing only the soft sound of her voice, the whispers of the wind and the incon-stant rain battling the demanding sun-shine, the soft calls of lost animals and the buzzing of insects, the great harmony of song echoing around us.

On Sunday we went to church. “Out of respect for Pastor John and his family, who are letting us sleep in their home,” Elizabeth told us.

“It’s a great cultural experience,” Dr. Field reinforced. “Even if it feels like it’s never going to end.”

And I half believed it never would. The children laughed with each other

as the adults sang the same verses over and over and over again. Abraham, an epileptic boy left brain damaged after fighting off the measles, raced up and down the pavilion, holding out his hands and smiling brightly when you clapped them gently together.

The singing dragged on, and when they weren’t singing, they were speak-ing hurriedly, boldly, proudly in Creole. The only words I ever understood were “Hallelujah!” and “Jezi Kris.”

But it was impossible not to sway with the warmth of the music, to peer curious-ly over the shoulder of the woman beside you, using the little French you knew to try and read the Creole Bible.

At dinner each night we shared our highs and lows of day — something that made us smile and something that made us cry. Sometimes during the day, you’d find yourself trying to figure out what you were going to say, what it was you wanted to share.

“Wait,” Alexandra asked me, “What do you mean church was both your high and your low?”

“Yeah,” drawled Alex, “Can you explain?”

I smiled softly, hiding the nerves that always came when I was asked to clarify my answers.

“What is one thing you took away from the trip over all?” my English teacher asked to me over the buzz of the class-room. It is Monday, my first Monday back in the real world.

My classmates had complimented me that morning on how tan I’d gotten. They were jealous when I mentioned how we went to the beach almost every day in Haiti. A few of them expressed a desire to go, wondering aloud why they hadn’t.

My teacher’s question stumps me momentarily. I look at her, raise my eye-brow, then lower it.

We’d gone around in a circle on our last day in paradise, sharing what we’d first expected to find in Haiti and then how that expectation had been met or challenged. I, in some very wordy and complicated way, said, “I don’t know,” and managed to evade the question. Questions like that always make me uncomfortable. Elaborating on answers, that made me even more nervous.

Three days later, I still wasn’t sure I felt comfortable giving an adequate answer to the question. I hadn’t even been able to find the words to describe the beauty and chaos of Haiti, words to describe my inability to comprehend a world in which women, playing with their cell phones, sat on the back of men’s motorcycles as they rode down a cracked road, bordered by trash and people bend-ing down over their pots and shacks.

But surrounded by the hum of famil-iar voices, the smiles of familiar faces, I knew how to answer the question, how to explain my answer.

Ray, Meryl, Rico, S.J. and Tatchi were splashing around in the waters of Ile a Vache, warm waters as clear and clean as a the drips from a melting icicle. I watched them, rubbing sunscreen on my arms lazily.

“Tori, come on!” I heard Ray call. With a wave, I indicated that I’d come in a min-ute. But for that one minute, I just want-ed to sit and watch. Watch my friends disturb the water’s peace, listen to their shouts and laughter tumble in the air.

I thought about Abraham and his bright laughter, his smile that broke my heart; Davidson and his desire to just be held; Oslund and her smirk that had me second guessing the little Creole I knew; Isaiah, the baby who would cry every time Emma tried put him down; Evans and his fascination with Dr. Field’s new iPhone.

The sun beat hard on my shoulders, like the fat raindrops had on the pavilion roof.

Smiling shyly, gently, I meet my English teacher’s gaze again, and I final-ly answer her question.

“Well, I suppose, I’m fortunate to live a life that lets me be exactly … who I am.”


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Service learning in Haiti: A student perspective

Senior Tatjana Tschipke formed a special friendship with a boy named Andy, new to HELO and not speaking at all. Andy would cry whenever Tatjana tried to put him down. By the end of the week, Andy was starting to play with the other children and even say a few words, but he still would not let Tatjana out of his sight.

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The children of HELO and the WA team became inseparable during the trip.

The WA team, pictured here at the beach, spent nine days at HELO and consisted of 15 students: Meryl Wolfe, Tori Cox, Tatjiana Tschirpke, Elle Migeault, Ray Rilling, S.J. Kim, Rico Wang, Alex Corden, Yvonne Zhu, Alex Wilcon, Jay Xue, Zoe Miao, Alice Meng, Yichun Yang, and Emma Chambrello. Teachers Merry Burke, Leila Bowen and Kate Field were also part of the team, along with HELO’s founder, Elisabeth Kennedy.

While at HELO, the WA team built a basketball court for the children. The team mixed, poured, and leveled concrete in 95-degree heat. They carried the backboard and hoop all the way from the U.S., assembled it on site, and hoisted it into position with much fanfare.

“The children at HELO showed me the mean-ing of unconditional love,” said sophomore Raymond Rilling, pictured here.

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R o s a Goldblatt was a DAR Good C i t i z ensh i p Award recip-ient in 1969 from Plainfield High School.

Temple Beth Israel Preservation Society receives grant

DANIELSON — The Temple Beth Israel Preservation Society of Danielson is pleased to announce that it has received a significant preserva-tion grant from the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).

The grant will fund badly needed repairs to Temple Beth Israel’s upper patio deck and associated structural repairs. Funding for this project was made possible through the sponsorship of the Sarah Williams Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.

David and S u m m e r Fetterman, of San Jose, California donated $10,000 to provide matching funds required by the grant.

Dr. Elsie Fetterman, one of the founders of Temple Beth

Israel, gave a talk and PowerPoint presentation last week to the Learning in Retirement organiza-tion at Quinebaug Valley Community College. The talk was entitled “Creating Partnerships to Achieve Social Justice Through History.” Fetterman point-ed out in her presentation that Temple Beth Israel had many partners in 1950 who helped to build the building and welcomed the Jewish community to the area. Today, the Preservation Society references those early partnerships in its efforts to engage individ-uals and organizations to work together in seeking to achieve social justice.

Having just learned of the DAR grant, Fetterman introduced Marian Hallowell, Regent, Sarah Williams Chapter DAR, Brooklyn, as the TBI’s newest “partner.”

Fetterman noted

that the connection between the Blumenthal Fetterman family and the Sarah Williams Chapter of Brooklyn goes back to 1945 when she received the DAR Good Citizenship Award at Killingly High School. Sixty-five years later, her granddaughter, Sarah Fetterman, was the recipient of the DAR Good Citizenship Award at Henry M. Gunn High School in 2010 in Palo Alto, Calif. This was a school with 1,854 students.

Fetterman also noted that the treasurer of the Temple Beth Israel Preservation Society,

Rosa Drobiarz Goldblatt, received the DAR Good Citizenship Award at

P l a i n f i e l d High School in 1969.

T e m p l e Beth Israel was founded by Holocaust survivors and A m e r i c a n Jewish fami-lies with broad support of the local commu-nity. It is listed on both the CT and National R e g i s t e r s of Historic Places and directs its programming to interfaith understand-ing, tolerance and the pursuit of social justice.

WOODSTOCK

WOODSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Monday, May 19: Fish sandwich, oven fries, steamed carrots, fruit, milk.

Tuesday, May 20: French toast sticks, roasted red potato, turkey sausage, fruit, milk.

Wednesday, May 21: Chicken nuggets, brown rice, black beans, fruit, milk.

Thursday, May 22: Rigatoni and meat sauce, green beans, roll, fruit.

Friday, May 23: Pizza, green salad, fruit, milk.

THOMPSON

MARY R. FISHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Monday, May 19: “Cluck-cluck” chicken nuggets, ketchup, macaroni and cheese, steamed broccoli, 100 percent orange juice, milk or yogurt bag lunch.

Tuesday, May 20: Hamburger, bun, oven baked fries, ketchup, baked beans, cookie, diced pears, milk or ham and cheese sand-wich lunch.

Wednesday, May 21: Breaded Mozzarella sticks with dipping sauce, brown rice, carrot coins, 100 percent grape juice, milk or garden salad plate.

Thursday, May 22: French toast sticks, maple syrup, scrambled eggs, sausage link, orange smiles, milk or SunButter

and jelly sandwich lunch.Friday, May 23: “Cheesy” pizza, cucum-

ber pinwheels, cookie, fresh apple, milk or yogurt bag lunch.

THOMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL/TOURTELLOTTE MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

Monday, May 19: Hamburger or cheese-burger, bun, oven baked fries, lettuce, tomato, onion, baked beans or pizza slice, plain or pepperoni.

Tuesday, May 20: Breaded Mozzarella sticks with dipping sauce, green beans, Spanish chickpea stew or jumbo ravioli with dipping sauce.

Wednesday, May 21: Popcorn chicken, plain or zesty orange sauce, stir-fried rice steamed broccoli, or fish sticks with mac-aroni and cheese.

Thursday, May 22: Roasted turkey and gravy, mashed potato, niblet corn, dinner roll or cheese calzone with dipping sauce.

Friday, May 23: Stuffed crust pizza, plain or pepperoni, smoking powerhouse chili, carrot coins or breaded chicken patty, bun.

PUTNAM

PUTNAM HIGH SCHOOLMonday, May 19: Oven baked chicken -

oven roasted chicken served with mashed potato and gravy, beets, whole-wheat roll.

Tuesday, May 20: Clipper burger - plain or with cheese, bacon, lettuce and tomato,

pickles, sweet potato fries, coleslaw, fruit sherbet.

Wednesday, May 21: Honey crisp chick-en salad - sliced chick tenders tomatoes, cheese and bell peppers atop a crisp mixed greens blend of lettuce with honey mustard dressing, cheesy bread stick

Thursday, May 22: Spaghetti and meat-balls - whole wheat spaghetti, spinach salad with grape tomatoes garlic bread stick.

Friday, May 23: Pizza slice - assorted fresh toppings on our home-made whole-wheat pizza dough, side of three bean salad.

BREAKFAST IN THE CLASSROOMMonday, May 19: Apple cinnamon

breakfast loaf, 100 percent fruit juice, milk.

Tuesday, May 20: Bowl breakfast cereal with graham crackers, fresh fruit, milk.

Wednesday, May 21: Whole grain mini French toast, 100 percent fruit juice, milk.

Thursday, May 22: Strawberry whole grain pop tart, low fat mozzarella cheese stick, fresh fruit, milk.

Friday, May 23: Low fat chocolate chip muffin, 100 percent fruit juice, milk.

PUTNAM MIDDLE SCHOOLWolf’s Den CaféMonday, May 19: Brunch @ Lunch - egg,

bacon and cheese on an English muffin, side of hash brown potatoes.

Tuesday, May 20: Honey BBQ grilled chicken sandwich - n a multi grain roll served with lettuce and tomato, three bean salad with chickpeas, sweet potato fries.

Wednesday, May 21: Spaghetti and meatballs, whole-wheat spaghetti, meat-balls, side mixed greens salad.

Thursday, May 22: Sloppy Joe on a Kaiser roll, roasted zucchini and summer squash, coleslaw.

Friday, May 23: Putnam special pizza - assorted fresh toppings n our home-made whole-wheat pizza dough with tomato and cucumber salad.

PUTNAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOLKid’s Café MenuMonday, May 19: Brunch @ Lunch - egg,

bacon and cheese on en English muffin, side of hash brown potatoes.

Tuesday, May 20: Honey BBQ grilled chicken sandwich, on a wheat roll served with lettuce and tomato, three bean salad with chickpeas, sweet potato fries.

Wednesday, May 21: Spaghetti and meatballs, whole-wheat spaghetti with meatballs, side mixed greens salad.

Thursday, May 22: Sloppy Joe on a roll, toasted zucchini and summer squash, coleslaw.

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LEARNINGStudents spruce up Thompson during annual cleanup

THOMPSON — On Friday, May 2, nearly 100 eighth grade students and teachers from Thompson Middle School and St. Joseph School participated in the 11th annual park clean-up sponsored by Thompson Recreation in conjunction with the town-wide cleanup orga-nized by Thompson Together, Inc. The students were first treated to lunch made possible with grant funds from The Last Green Valley, Inc. and then set off in different directions to mulch around shrubs, pick up trash and to rake leaves. The students spent approx-imately two hours sprucing up parks around the North Grosvenordale area.

Courtesy photos

David and his wife Summer Fetterman (pictured here with their two children, Sarah and David II) donat-ed the $10,000 matching funds which were needed to apply for the grant.

Marian Hallowell, Regent Sarah Williams Danielson Chapter DAR (left) Elsie Fetterman, founding member of Temple Beth Israel and on Board of Directors Temple Beth Israel Preservation Society, and Naomi Weiner, Chair of Educational Outreach and on Board of Directors for Temple Beth Israel Preservation Society.

Answer to Crossword


It’s annual town meeting season.

Budgets are presented and debated. Elected offi-cials plead their cases before townspeople. Committee leaders, fire chiefs, EMTs and commissions step up to report on the work they

have done. The annual town meeting is important. However, I failed to go.

I’ve been feeling a bit guilty about my low rate of participa-tion in town matters for quite some

time, but not enough to change dinner plans with dear friends or skip a writ-ing class. Attending the annual town meeting would once have trumped nearly any other activity and would have been preceded and fol-lowed by plenty of conver-sation at our family dinner table, the post office, the store or other public places.

I wondered what’s changed. Why not discuss the future of a place I love? The process isn’t foreign to me or hard to grasp. Items on the agenda are handed out ahead of time, or now e-mailed. Local newspapers do a fine job of covering the issues and posting the meet-ing dates.

I cross paths with our three selectmen often. My nearest neighbor serves on the Board of Finance. Opportunities to talk about expenditures that directly affect my property taxes, the value of my home, the safety of my life and posses-sions, the education of my neighbors, the capacity of our library and the quality of the roads I travel abound, but I don’t seem to talk about them much.

There are phases of involvement in one’s com-munity. When the kids are in elementary and high school, parents know plenty about the facilities, the adminis-tration, and the names of the best teachers, the worst children and the crankiest parents. Our school systems absorb the biggest chunk of town budgets, so when fully engaged in school, we pay attention and participate. It is the time in life when we know the most local peo-ple and spend interminable Saturdays at soggy soccer fields talking with other par-ents. It is a rite of passage for every member of the family and when the last one grad-uates, it is over.

When people retire they often get involved in their communities. Cut out the commute, the chatter around the water cooler and office politics and some of us look for new engagement in town affairs. It takes a bit of adjustment to learn the cul-ture of a town hall or a long standing committee, but with a deep breath and an inner promise not to remind everyone of how well some-thing was done elsewhere, it often works well. Here’s a group to cultivate because it is growing.

In my town there is a stal-wart group of people who keep serving throughout their adult lives. They do the tedious work that leads to an education budget, fig-uring out when to buy a new piece of fire equipment or conserve land. Meetings may be long. Often there is little wiggle room to make changes, but they continue to use their ingenuity and donate their time. They do it for personal satisfaction and even a sense of duty because they don’t get much public thanks.

Next year I’m writing the date of the town meeting on my calendar. I’m going this time. When I walk in, I’ll wonder why the hall is filled with unfamiliar faces and I’ll seat myself near someone I know. As the moderator calls the meeting to order and the agenda unfolds, I’ll feel I’m part of real democ-racy in action. Then I’ll wish the windbag in the back row would pipe down so we can move on with important town business.

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OPINIONEDITORIAL

Opinion and commentary from the Quiet Corner

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

To the Editor:I am writing you this letter in hopes you can

help me spread the word about childhood apraxia of speech, and to help the children that struggle every day with this disorder.

May 14 is a very special day for my family espe-cially, and for the many families that have children that work so hard every day to overcome their speech struggles.

Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) is a motor speech disorder. Children with CAS have prob-lems saying sounds, syllables, and words. This is not because of muscle weakness or paralysis. The brain has problems planning to move the body parts (e.g., lips, jaw, tongue) needed for speech. The child knows what he or she wants to say, but his/her brain has difficulty coordinating the muscle movements necessary to say those words.

Every year, my family participates in a special walk to support all children, not only my son, to help bring awareness around Connecticut and comfort to each other. This is our fifth year being part of the Connecticut walk. There are families from all over Connecticut attending the walk and it has been wonderful to see the walk grow by leaps and bounds each year. Last year we had more than 400 walkers participate and rose more than $34,000! We continue to make this walk an annual event so we can raise awareness of apraxia in our communities and honor all the children who work so hard throughout the year doing something we all take for granted — speaking. This event allows them to be stars for the day and recognize their accomplishments over the last year. It also allows families to connect with one another and share success stories and resources.

Our son, Teagan Gardner, struggles with this disorder every day. It is among the most severe of speech and communication problems in children. With early intervention and appropriate therapy,

most children with CAS will learn to communi-cate with their very own voices. Teagan has gone through so much with this disorder. At 1 year old, we noticed there just wasn’t something right. He was unable to verbally communicate at that time with little to no sounds. Our pediatrician sug-gested that we contact Birth to Three. They offer physical and speech therapy in our area in which we live. Teagan had three appointments a week at 45 minutes each session until he was 3. After he turned 3, we put Teagan in a pre-school that helped a lot with his speech apraxia. There, he had four sessions a week, and a personal therapist twice a week at 45 minutes a session.

Teagan has been fighting this non-life threat-ening battle for seven years now. With that being said, it is life changing. Our little guy is in the first grade. Every day he struggles with other children asking “Why do you talk funny,” or “I don’t know what you’re saying to me.” Imagine trying to read and not knowing how to sound out what you’re trying to read just because you are unable to. We know first-hand what a child with speech apraxia has to go through to feel accepted, secure and confident. Teagan, and many other children that struggle with this disorder work so hard.

May 14 is a day where these children can be rec-ognized and shine like the stars they are! Blue and white are the special colors to support these chil-dren. This was the 2nd Annual Apraxia Awareness Day. Please help me get the word out not only for Teagan but for the many other children out there that feels alone and different.

For the last five years, my family has taken part in the CT Walk for Children. We appreciate your support for our son Teagan and many children with this disorder.

Michelle Hartwell (Gardner)Danielson

Remembering Apraxia Awareness Day

Town business

Kudos to town for upkeep of local parkTo the Editor:I have lived in Dayville for eight years now and

although I pass by Owen Bell Park almost daily, I have never actually walked through the area.

I decided to go to the carnival they were having last weekend. It was a beautiful night and I was truly impressed as I walked through the entire park. It was neat, clean and the grass was lush and beautifully kept up. They had something for every-one — colorful playground area, summer waterfall park for kids, softball and baseball fields, basket-ball courts, a walking/running track, skateboard

park, football and soccer fields, restrooms, sitting benches, picnic benches by trees and the water (with ducks swimming by), a snack bar with many choices, lots of parking, etc.

My compliments to the crew that keeps it so great and to the Killingly Parks and Recreation Department for their caring to make something so special for the residents. You should all be proud of yourselves.

Barbara LangloisDayville

Your vote is your voiceTo the Editor:Woodstock voters and taxpayers — the 2014/15

budget referendum will be held on Tuesday, May 20, at Town Hall from noon to 8 p.m.

The budget amount presented for our consider-ation breaks down as 75 percent education and 25 percent town funding. Both of these groups have already made serious cuts to arrive at the proposed 2014/15 budget. Without your yes vote this Tuesday, further cuts will be required (when a budget does not pass a referendum vote, the combined Board of Education and Town budgets that are then brought for a new referendum vote must be less than the originally presented budget).

I truly believe that in order to become capable, successful adults, the children of Woodstock must receive the best education possible. Unfortunately, the quality education system that Woodstock has long prided itself upon is facing serious shortfalls. The budget up for vote has already had major program and staffing cuts to the pre-k through 8 programs.

Please consider that little else has as much of

an effect on local property values as a well-per-forming, quality school system. Underfunding our schools would result in weakening each of our property values. Education is a major reason for many people to wish to reside or stay in a town. Woodstock has an exceptional reputation for hav-ing a quality school system. While we are all fac-ing tough economic times, funding our town and education budgets is an Investment in the future property values of our homes. By not appropri-ately funding the portion of the budget requested for our town’s needs, our roads, bridges, programs and services will be degraded. If we should lose our advantage in education and fail to appro-priately maintain our infrastructure, where will that leave us? The proposed combined Woodstock town budget has been severely cut. Let’s preserve Woodstock as we want it to be. Invest in the future of Woodstock and join me in voting “YES” for the combined town budget on May 20.

Dawn M. MorinWoodstock

Remember to thank a veteranTo the Editor:Since Gov. Malloy did not recognize March 30

as “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day,” as signed into law by Gov. Jodi Rell, and Malloy has not recognized May 2014 as “National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM)” as designated by Congress, I will.

NMAM combines the history and recognition of our Armed Forces with the achievements of indi-viduals and the historical impact of our military and those who served. This month gives the nation a time and place on which to focus and draw atten-tion to our many expressions of appreciation and recognition of our armed services through numer-ous venues and also to recall and learn about our vast American military history.

NMAM May 2014 includes May 1, VE Day; May 8, Military Spouse Appreciation Day; May 17, Armed

Forces Day; and May 26, Memorial Day. This very important month honors, remembers, recognizes and appreciates all military personnel, those men and women who have served throughout our histo-ry and now serving in uniform and their families as well as those Americans who have given their lives in defense of our freedom we all enjoy today. It recognizes those on active duty in all branches of services, the National Guard and Reserves, veterans, and all their families and well over 90 million Americans and more than 230 years of our nation’s history.

Make a special effort to thank a veteran, a mem-ber of the military and the family of a military member.

Tom PandolfiWoodstock

NANCY WEISS

One-on-one with Mom

Over the last few years doing this col-umn, I’ve told many a story about my mother around Mother’s Day, so this time around, I thought to myself, “Why not get the stories straight from the source?”

That’s right — last week, I sat down with my mother for a special, one-on-one interview about all things Mom. What resulted was a humorous, insightful, and surprisingly poignant glimpse into the life of a mother who has seen her share of trials and tribulations, but has shared many laughs along the way too, all the while occasionally having her life spot-lighted by her writer son.

When we were finished with the inter-view, and I finally sat down to write

it out, I realized it was way too long for one c o l u m n , so I’m dividing it into two parts. So here it is, the first

part of my candid, revealing and honest conversation with my mother, complete with embarrassing stories about me!

We’ll start this interview off with a meatball right down the middle. On a scale of 8 to 10 — 8 being great and 10 being perfect … how great of a son am I? Keep in mind I am writing and editing this column…

“I would say … a 20.”A 20! I am writing that down, and

this is on tape now, which means it’s on the record, folks! Why a 20? Why am I so great?

“Because you really didn’t give us any problems when you were growing up. I can’t even think of anything ‘major’ that you did. … You’ve turned into a wonder-ful, kind, giving young man — and it’s because people tell me that — it’s not just me being biased because you’re my son. I hear it from everybody.”

Wow … I’ll give you your check later! That’s nice of you! Thank you Mom! I love you!

“I love you too!”Moving on to a more serious ques-

tion … this being Mother’s Day, it’s all about being a Mom. What’s the best thing about being a Mom to you?

“I think it’s pretty awesome — you have a little human being that you cre-ated that you can pass your beliefs, your morals and ethics down to, and pass them on into another generation, and if you do it right, they turn out to be a son like you!” (laughs)

Ah, there it is! So, basically, what you are saying is that it’s nice to have a piece of you that lives on, correct?

“Yes, I think every parent wants that. We know we aren’t immortal. A parent wants to know that when they are gone, a piece of them lives on. I feel sorry for peo-ple that don’t have children. I think they missing something big. I think they’re missing out.”

You were the mother of two young boys. What were the challenges of raising two boys? Did you feel out-numbered?

“Yes, two boys and a husband!”A lot of testosterone in that house!“Yeah, but not really … you guys

were close in age, only being 18 months apart, so you were always competing for stuff. … You were interested in the same things. That was probably the only problem that arose with you guys … was fighting over stuff. You wanted some-thing, he wanted something…”

‘He’s breathing on me’ …“Exactly (laughs). We did that as girls

[when I was a kid] in the back seat of the car, too — and my Mom said to me one time, ‘When you get older, wait until your kids say that,’ and I’m like, ‘Yeah, right!’ Sure enough, you guys said it one day, and it cracked me up. (laughs) I for-get which one of you said it…”

I probably did … “One of you said, ‘He’s breathing on

me!’ and I just laughed. I couldn’t even scold you. I just thought it was so funny. I couldn’t believe someone could say something so silly, but sure enough, there it was. That’s kids!”

Speaking of funny stories, do you have any other funny or embarrass-ing stories about me growing up that you’d like my readers to know about? Now’s your chance! And don’t say the potty training story!

ADAMMINOR

The Minor

DeTails

Please Read MOM, page A10

Courtesy photo

POMFRET — Seniors from the Pomfret Senior Center pose with Kara Sundlun and Scot Haney after attending a taping of the “Better Connecticut” television show on Monday, May 5.

BETTER CT

During recent budget presenta-tions, I have been asked the question, “Has the Education Department reduced staff as enrollment has decreased?”

The answer is yes as detailed below. While the percentage decrease in staff has not been exactly the same as the percentage decrease in enrollment, largely because of certain required core subject areas

like advanced mathematics and science at the high school, the percent decrease has been significant. For the most part, we are at staffing levels that are required to maintain services.

In the 2008-09 school year, enrollment was at 1,389 students with 173.5 staff mem-bers which included eight administrators, 113.5 teachers, 10 secretaries, 29 para-

professionals, 11 custodians and two IT technicians.For the 2009-2010 school year, enrollment was at 1,324 students (a 4.7-percent

decrease from previous year). The Board of Education cut one teaching position, one paraprofessional position, and half of an administrative position.

For the 2010-2011 school year, enrollment dropped to 1,263 students (a 4.6-percent decrease from previous year). The Board eliminated 13.5 positions, which includ-ed 8.5 teaching positions, four paraprofessionals and a custodian (a 7.9-percent decrease from previous year). In 2011-2012, the board added two teaching positions with no cuts.

For the 2012-2013 school year, the enrollment was at 1,151 students. Eight posi-tions were eliminated including seven teachers, and one custodian.

For the 2013-2014 school year, the Board added half a curriculum director posi-tion and two paraprofessionals. As of October 1, 2013, enrollment was at 1,069, with 154 staff members.

From 2008 to 2014, enrollment has dropped about 23 percent, and staffing was decreased by 11.23 percent.


OPINIONThank you to our veterans

Each year I have written an article about Memorial Day.

We all know of Memorial Day, but how many of you actually know about Memorial Day?

For many Americans, Memorial Day is cel-ebrated with the sights of parades, the music of marching bands, and the taste of grilled or barbecued foods. Most Americans get a day off from work, and spend it with family and friends.

Because of this holiday weekend and because Memorial Day has come to symbol-ize the “official” start of summer and family vacations, many Americans take the holiday for granted and do not fully appreciate the deeper, true significance of it. We need to remind ourselves about why there is a Memorial Day in the first place.

The holiday began after the Civil War to remem-ber those who fell in battle. It was initially called Decoration Day because gravesites of the many fallen Union soldiers were decorated, usually with flags, as a sign of remembrance. It was not until 1967 that the holiday was officially called Memorial Day. In 1968, Congress moved the holiday from May 30th to the last Monday in May in order to create a three-day holiday weekend. Congress in the same single fell swoop of moving around holiday dates also created the three-day holiday weekends of Veterans Day, Washington’s Birthday and Columbus Day through legislation blandly named the Uniform Monday Holiday Act.

Memorial Day and Veterans Day are the only two holidays during which America officially honors our veterans. However, every day should be a day for us to remember not only those who have served our coun-try over the years and generations, but those who are doing so right now. This is always poignant because of the men and women who are stationed across our country and around the world, in places familiar and unfamiliar, friendly and unfriendly, near and far.

Our veterans and soldiers may not ask for recogni-tion. Those with whom I have talked are incredibly humble and rightfully proud. We may know little about what they have done and are doing as we focus on our own busy lives. But, such does not diminish the gratitude we owe them. Whether or not we agree with each and every military policy or action, surely we all agree that we must support the men and women in uniform who voluntarily stand on sentry (there is no mandatory draft, after all) to protect us from those who continuously intend us harm – Oklahoma City, 9/11, Boston, and the ongoing security threats not being forgotten.

Think about how precious our liberty is and how many people elsewhere do not have it. We are free and safe to vote in elections. Even when the results are

uncertain (the Presidential elections of 1800, 1824, 1876, and 2000, for exam-ples), they are not settled by tanks in the streets or a military coup d’etat, but, rather, by lawmakers and people following the Constitution and the law even if they disagree with it and argue about it.

We enjoy the freedoms to express our individual religious beliefs, to speak our minds, and to gather with others in places of our own choosing. How often we take for granted the rights outlined in the Declaration of Independence, the Bill of Rights, and the Constitution. But, as world history and even U.S. his-tory have shown – and current world

events remind us every day – such freedoms do not exist by themselves. In fact, if left unguard-ed, they fall prey to enemies domestic and for-eign, and crumble. Relying only upon econom-ic, diplomatic, or moral strength is not enough. Our security requires people to defend it at all times. That is why we have a military. Not to commit acts of aggression, but to perform acts of protection. The simple, yet powerful, ques-tion to ask ourselves is, “if we do not defend ourselves, then who will?”

Some people do so by fighting against civil injustice. Some people do so by holding gov-ernment accountable and responsible. Some people do so through community service. And, other people do so by serving in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard.

President George Washington cautioned us in his Farewell Address to avoid foreign entan-glements, but he also noted that it costs our country less to prepare for danger than to be drawn into these events after they have been sprung upon us. President Teddy Roosevelt advised us to “speak softly, but carry a big stick”.

Memorial Day is more than just a sole reminder of the high cost liberty and security exact. It is also a reminder that a civil society is nei-ther civil nor a society if there are only some rights and opportunities for some people, some of the time. It is also a reminder that every day is a day for us to do something to protect the our democracy, our com-munities, and our families. We all must do our part to keep strong all of our rights, liberties, and security for all citizens, all of the time.

I have not served in the armed forces. The closest I came was when I signed up for Selective Service at age 18. My father served in the Army, and I remember his stories about his time of service. Yet, as an American, I have benefited from what veterans have done, allow-

ing me – and you – to grow up and raise our families in a free country. America is not perfect, and democracy is not easy, but it is the best country and form of gov-ernment the world has known.

For those veterans who are passed on – you are remembered. For those veterans who are among us and for those who are serving now – thank you.

Dr. Jeffrey A. Gordon is Chairman of Woodstock’s Planning and Zoning Commission. This article nei-ther reflects any official statement of nor any specific work being done by the Commission. Check out www.JeffreyGordon.com.

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Enrollment and staff, by the numbers

We just completed our third consecutive monthly online coin auction on Proxibid a couple of weeks ago.

We attempt to con-duct a 150-lot auction each month. While most of these auctions are coin and curren-cy sales, we don’t confine our efforts to numismatic items. In fact, our May auction will be vintage jewel-ry. This will consist of sterling and gold rings, bracelets, neck-laces, many with pre-

cious stones, and some great costume pieces. Following that, we’ll resume our coin and currency auctions.

Knowing what to sell and where to sell it is both an art and a craft. I recently returned from a coin show in Buffalo that is a highlight of our year. Then we followed that up with a one day show in Norwich, Conn., this past weekend. At the Norwich show, we had a chance to talk with several dealers who bemoaned the fact that attendance at coin shows has been on the decline over the past few years. Not a dramatic

decline, but a noticeable one nonethe-less. They also noted that the types of material being purchased by collectors at local shows is generally low-cost, run of the mill pieces. They have difficulty moving their higher end items.

I told them that my perception is that this is a New England phenomenon, as collector attendance and purchas-ing at shows in Buffalo, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, and Virginia has been strong over the same period. While we could not determine any single predominant reason why this is so, we did agree that the economy, the aging of the coin col-lecting community, and the availabil-ity of coins via the Internet (notably, eBay) have all had some impact. To a person, they continue to be amazed that collectors would buy coins sight unseen (despite digital online photos) on the Internet, rather than seeing it in person, and handling it, at a coin show.

Higher end items, while not selling locally, still have a strong presence in national numismatic auctions. The problem with this is that national auc-tion houses charge a pretty penny (pun intended) for consignment fees. Locally, some dealers still sell higher end items to other dealers, but these are at whole-sale prices rather than retail (collector) prices.

Mint sets and proof sets continue to sell in our online auctions and at local shows at about 70 percent to 80 percent of listed values. The same is true for average circulated Morgan and Peace dollars. Common date and average grade Buffalo nickels, Liberty V nick-els, Roosevelt dimes, and Lincoln cents, continue to sell well below wholesale, and usually only in roll lots. Certified coins continue to sell better than raw (uncertified) coins. Rarities in all series remain strong; but higher end gold coins often sit for one or two auctions until they sell.

Speaking of higher end items, our

May 16-17 onsite Estate sale in Chicopee features an incredible array of master mechanic tools and equipment. That sale will be featured, starting next week, on www.estatesales.net. Virtually all of his tools are Snap On, Matco, and Craftsman…all of which are guaran-teed for life. Outside of a Matco catalog, we’ve never seen more Matco toolboxes and tools.

In addition, there are literally thou-sands of World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War and army surplus items. Most are new. This home is immacu-late, as are their furnishings. The house sold in four days. The furnishings in the house include a freezer, high end washer and dryer, complete bedroom furniture, a multi piece sofa/recliner set, lawn mowers, patio furniture jerry cans, and tons of yard, auto, and repair tools. That sale will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, May 16, and 9 a.m. to 3

p.m. on Saturday, May 17. Following that, we have an amazing

estate/moving sale in Ware, Mass., on May 30-31, that includes the contents of two homes. It includes some great Italian and French provincial furni-ture, antiques and collectibles, and architectural pieces.

In the meantime, keep those ques-tions coming. We have so many read-ers’ questions that we’ll answer some more of them in our next column, along with some pictures of items from the Ware sale.

Contact us! Paul, CAI, GPPA: Grey Ghost Auctions & Appraisals, 508-943-6570, [email protected]; www.greyghostcorp.com; The author conducts certified coin and antique/collectible appraisals, on site estate sales, auctions, and cleanouts.

Coins and items that sell

PAUL JOSEPH

treAsures in Your home

There’s a clutter crisis in this country.According to the U.S. Department of Energy, 25 per-

cent of people with two car garages have filled them with so much “stuff” there’s no longer room for a car. In fact, self storage facilities report rentals have jumped 65 percent since 1995 as Americans struggle to corral their clutter. Unorganized excess is not only stressful to manage — the National Soap and Detergent Association claims omitting clutter would eliminate 40 percent of housework in the average home!

If you’re host to a pyramid of papers, a disheveled desk, and cluttered closets that find you stacking, shuf-fling, and stowing too much stuff, consider the following ideas to curb the clutter!

***Keeping clutter in its place is a challenge when you

have limited space. But most people can find untapped space to store the good stuff in style. A wire rack that hangs over the door is ideal to use on the inside of a bathroom closet or linen closet. Buy one with several shelves and you can stock up on shampoos, soaps, and bathroom aids galore and without guilt.

***Need more storage space in the garage or basement?

Look upward! Home centers sell hooks and shelves that attach to the rafters for unexpected aerial space.

***And don’t overlook the space under the bed to store

boxes or compact bags of seasonal clothing, shoes, and other shallow containers. Don’t have enough room for under the bed storage? Inexpensive bed lifts that attach to the bed feet add height to the bed at little effort and cost. Even the suitcases stored in the attic can do double duty by holding holiday ornaments or seasonal linens, etc.

***Why not utilize the area under a cellar staircase? Use

wire shelving to maximize storage options for the cubby space.

***In the garage, large plastic trashcans can hold sports

equipment, balls and pool toys for easy access. If you buy containers with wheels, you can simply roll the appara-tus to its outdoor desti-nation. Trash barrels in assorted sizes also offer handy storage of bulk pet food, shovels and garden tools.

***Organization experts recite the 80/20 rule when it

comes to cleaning closets. People typically wear 20 per-cent of their clothes 80 percent of the time. That means clothes are a major source of clutter chaos. Try institut-ing the “one in one out” rule. For every new item you bring into your closet you must toss one, or better yet, two. And forget the “throw out anything you haven’t worn in six months” rule. Stretch it to a year and you’ll still be ahead of the game.

***Unused space under clothing or in the far ends of a

closet can by utilized by tucking a hamper inside to hold bulky blankets or seasonal clothing. And be sure to attach hooks to the inside front of the closet wall to hold belts and oversized bags.

***Use inexpensive shower curtain hooks to hang pock-

etbooks on a closet rod.

***Thread a power strip from behind a nightstand draw-

er into the drawer itself. This creates a handy, yet out of sight charging center to recharge cell phones, iPods, etc.

***When cutting the clutter, experts advise working in

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because we’ve lost track of our statements.

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“There’s a thousand of them … it was pretty funny when you dressed up as an IRS agent for Halloween one year and won ‘Scariest Costume’ at school. We chuckled about that one.”

Yeah, I’ve even written about that one — that was funny!

“I have to say — and this borders between funny and adorable, but your father and I talk about it all the time, and your son reminds us of you because he kind of does the same thing. When you went to the playground at school for the first time — you were maybe 4 years old, and you had a bunch of friends that were playing on the playscape. You had maybe just started kindergarten, so you knew who they were, as they were in your class. You were just so happy to see other kids. … You just ran across the pavement to the playground and yelled out, ‘Hi friends! I’m here! Hi friends!’ (laughs) And if you notice your own son, he doesn’t say it quite like you did, but he says, ‘Hi, everybody!’ and it’s so cute.”

Little do you know, I still do that! Any other anecdotes you’d like to share about my youth?

“There’s probably a thousand of them. Maybe you can help me out.”

Hmm, well, I remember some times I’ve made you mad! (laughs)

“So maybe, I’ll look back now and think they’re funny, but it wasn’t funny then!”

Exactly! I remember one time I was on the couch, and I think I might have been sick. I was little, maybe 5 or 6 years old. You had gone into the bathroom. And I was just lying on the couch being sick, and for some reason, I got it in my head to just scream as loud as I could — and you came bolting out of that bathroom thinking I was dying, and you were panicked, asking, ‘Are you OK?’ And I’m acting all nonchalant, and I said, ‘Yeah.’ And you were furious! You said, ‘Don’t you ever do that to me again!’ You were so mad! I was crying, saying ‘I’m sorry!’

“I don’t know if that qualifies as being funny though!” (laughs)

Well, I remember that because of your face — you thought I was seriously injured or something!

“Like any mother would, because of a blood-curdling scream like that!”

I have no idea, to this day, why I ever did that.

It was just like a random scream at the top of my lungs, and you were so mad.

“I think I vaguely remember that now — of course my memory is really poor…but I think I remember one now. Remember when your father called home and needed a ride? At that point you each had your own cars, and he wanted one of you guys to pick him up because his car broke down. He calls up and Keith answered the phone, and yells to you, “Adam, Dad needs a ride, go pick him up!’ And you yelled back to Keith, ‘No, I’m not going to pick him up! You pick him up!’” (laughs)

Shades of my darker side!“Well, Dad heard you guys arguing over the phone,

and he says ‘You can drive [my pick-up truck], and Keith says, ‘I’ll be right there.” (laughs) You guys were always doing funny stuff like that.”

Stay tuned next week for the second part of my Mother’s Day interview with my Mom, where we touch on dealing with the loss of a child, the role of a mother as kids grow, and the first-time telling of “The Door Story!”

Adam Minor may be reached at 508-909-4130, or by e-mail at [email protected].

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Student artwork headlines Masterpiece Art Show

BROOKLYN — On Friday, May 9, the Brooklyn Elementary School was the place to be. For the eighth year, the school hosted its Masterpiece Art Show and Festival headlined by 400 pieces of student art-work from nine different grade levels throughout the Brooklyn School District, and some works from other

outside affiliated schools like Woodstock Academy. Event Organizer Laura Tedeschi said the display took two hours before doors opened to set up and that the concept originated as a way to recognize students who may not receive awards in academics or sports, but still have a skill they can share with the world. From

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Eden Aylward shows her musical talents playing “Jumping Jelly Beans” on piano.

In addition to art produced by the students for the show visitors young and old could create their own artistic master-pieces at the many vendor stations throughout the Brooklyn Elementary School’s gymnasium.

Both new and experienced artists showed visitors how papi-er-mâché art is made.

Art from more experienced artists, like the students of Woodstock Academy, were also represented at the show.

Young Magda Myslenski received a special Judges Award from judge Carly Martin for her work called “Birch Trees.” The young artist was given a gift certificate for classes at the Silver Circle Gallery in Putnam.

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prom taking place the next day. The event included firefighters and rescue workers from several of the town’s fire departments heading to the scene of a fake incident, where students were placed in cars to simulate a real acci-dent including fatalities, extrication and even a simulated arrest of a drunk driver.

Firefighter and EMT for the Quinebaug Volunteer Fire Department and Lead Dispatcher for the Connecticut State Police Justine Gendreau led the organization and production of the event, as she has for many years, and spoke to the significance of the mock car crash.

“It’s a dose of reality,” said Gendreau. “It’s great for the kids and let’s them know that this could happen. We try to do it in a controlled environment so that way, everyone is safe. The people that are participating, the students, they all did a phenomenal job, but the other stu-dents watching needed to understand that this can impact a family and that’s why we invite some family members to show up as well.”

The mock accident included two “fatalities,” where students appeared to have gone through the windshield of the two vehicles on the scene. One of the students acted as a drunken driver, clearly impaired and confused as to what had happened during the crash. That student was 18-year-old senior Nathan Jewell, who said the experience was an eye-opener for him.

“It was different being in the crash than just watching it, I can say that much,” Jewell said. “It was definitely a reality check and it got stressful at some points. That’s what you can expect though, if you drive drunk. It’s very important [for the students to see this] because they need to know they aren’t just dealing with their own lives, they also have to worry about their peers. You’re putting other people’s lives in your hands.”

For the second consecutive year, State Police Trooper Eliezer Iturrino was on hand to administer a simulated test and arrest of the drunk driver in the accident. The trooper said showing students what can happen sends the message home that there are a lot of different consequences, from hurting

others or yourself, to jail time, that are part of making bad decisions.

“This accident impacts many lives, including the victims and other stu-dents,” Iturrino said. “It’s a pretty serious accident scenario with possi-ble fatalities and the driver was placed under arrest for driving under the influ-ence. It’s very important to be as real-istic as possible so that the students understand the severity of the situation here. It is a serious scenario.”

Students inside the vehicles were extricated by firefighters using special-ized tools, like the Jaws of Life, to help them from the cars. Medical personnel were also on the scene to tend to the fake injuries while the bodies of the diseased individuals were handled in the same manner they would be in an actual accident.

While the event proved to be an eye-opener for the students to the dan-gers of drunk driving, it also became an unintentional representation of the fast and organized action of local emergen-cy responders, as they were called to an actual emergency during the drill, and

were forced to clean up the scene and make their way to a fire at 180 Fabyan Road post-haste.

The incident turned out to be an easy job for fire officials to tackle, as firefighters from the East Thompson, West Thompson, Thompson Hill and Quinebaug Fire Departments were able to douse the flames quickly that were the result of an electrical fire that burned a hole the size of a fist into a wall in the home and left the house filled with smoke.

West Thompson Fire Department Deputy Chief Kyle Cimochowski said it was too bad that the incident interrupt-ed the mock car crash, but the response time from emergency personnel was a great example of the training and pre-paredness the Thompson departments administer for real life situations.

“With that scenario in place we were able to get a really good response from a lot of great people,” Cimochowski said. “A quick response like that ensures safety for our residents where we can do a quick knockdown on a fire like this.”

Despite the dramatic turn of events, the mock car crash at Tourtellotte Memorial High School made its point. Students were treated to a question and answer session with the student actors involved in the mock crash and also heard poems and a presentation from an actual drunk driving victim following the mock accident’s conclu-sion. The hope of all those involved in that situations like the mock crash can be avoided in real life and that students learn from what they saw and never have to face it in the real world.


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Senior Nathan Jewell played the drunk driver and showed fear, remorse and confusion as he walked around the scene of the crash.

Driver Ben Brissette and backseat passen-gers Jessica Lindell and Alyssa Groh scream for help as emergency officials arrive on scene. Dana Petre portrayed a crash victim who did not survive the incident.

Firefighters from the Community Fire Company demonstrate the use of tools to extricate vic-tims from a vehicle in an accident.

Holt named Westview employee of the month

P U T N A M — Judy Holt has been named employee of the month for May at W e s t v i e w Health Care Center.

She is a sec-ond shift charge nurse for the rehabilitation unit and has

been employed at Westview since February 2005.

As a second shift charge nurse for the rehabilitation unit, Judy is responsible for the efficient management of the unit. Among other duties, she is in charge of the oper-ational aspects, including admissions and discharge, as well as directing the activities of the staff in the department on her unit. She is responsi-ble for monitoring patients, charting their vital signs, administering medications and reporting any special cir-cumstances to the patients’

physician. “We are delighted that Judy

has been named as Employee of the Month”, states Director of Nursing Cindy Olsen. “She is truly dedicated to her work and is an intricate part of our nursing department, and the overall Westview team. She is incredibly dependable and her work ethic is outstanding.”

Holt earned her license from Lee County School of Nursing in Fort Myers, Florida in 2004 and started at Westview short-ly thereafter. Her goal was to follow in the employment footsteps of her mother Lois

Andersen, Westview 3rd Shift Supervisor of 18 years.

“I am pleased to work with such wonderful people”, said Holt. “Mr. Panteleakos has done an amazing job of keep-ing the business right where we need to be, providing great quality care in an atmosphere that is enjoyable and keeps the best interests of the staff and residents in mind. We work together for the com-mon goal of providing a place of heart-centered healing and wellness.”

Holt has hiked to the top of Monadnok Mountain of

Jaffrey, N.H., twice, loves to kayak anywhere anyone wants to go, loves the thrill-ing, political satire of author Carl Hiaasen and adores chil-dren.

She is a resident of Putnam, is blessed with a son and daugh-ter-in-law Ian and Alicia Holt, a daughter and son-in-law Rachel and Michael Gancarz; and is actively involved with her granddaughter Makayla and grandsons Noah and Kaleb.

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ACT student a finalist in CT Young Writers Awards WILLIMANTIC — Heaven Stone, a Creative Writing stu-

dent at EASTCONN’s Arts at the Capitol Theater (ACT) arts magnet high school, is among 10 poetry finalists in the 17th Annual Connecticut Young Writers Trust Awards competi-tion.

Stone’s poem, “Daisy,” is one of 10 poems and 12 prose submissions that were selected as finalists. About 300 Connecticut students, ages 13 to 18, submitted creative writ-ing and poetry works for consideration in the prestigious student writing competition.

Stone, who is a sophomore at ACT, resides in Killingly.“I am so happy that this wonderful young writer has

been included in such a distinguished group,” said EASTCONN ACT Creative Writing teacher Barbara Greenbaum. “It has been wonderful working with Heaven in our Creative Writing classes and watching her grow. We are all very proud of her.”

First-, second- and third-prize winners in poetry and prose will be announced during the Connecticut Young Writers Trust Awards Ceremony on June 8, 2014, at Central Connecticut State University. Free and open to the public, the ceremony will feature live music and refreshments.

Winners will receive cash priz-es, ranging from $100 to $500; among other prizes is a scholarship to the Yale Writers Conference and an invitation to read their winning poetry works at the Hill-Stead Museum’s annual Fresh Voices/Sunken Garden Poetry Festival in Farmington.

Finalists who attend the Young Writers Trust Awards Ceremony may choose to attend a workshop with either of this year’s keynote speakers: Dr. Michael White, Director of the Fairfield University MFA Program; or Jasmine Dreame Wagner, an award-winning instrumentalist and songwriter.

The non-profit Connecticut Young Writers Trust has pursued its mission of honoring, supporting and educating young Connecticut writers since being established in 1998. The Trust, which has awarded $215,000 to young writers over the years, fosters literary arts and education across Connecticut through workshops, community outreach and mentoring, as well as through its annual student literary competition and other creative cultural events.


Pomfret officials impressed with turnout at Town Meeting

While the overall increase was consid-ered minor, Nicholson said that break-ing down the numbers the general gov-ernment budget actually saw a signifi-cant decrease.

“The town budget increases were very minor actually,” said Nicholson. “We had some in the Capital and Nonrecurring Fund but there are no big ticket increases. In fact, the town budget was actually $15,000 below last year’s budget. We took $52,000 we already had on hand to reduce a bond payment, so our actual expenditures were $15,000 less than the last year.”

Much of the increase was actually on the education side of the budget. Board of Education Chairman Richard Schad described the numbers following the affirmative vote.

“Our budget coming into the public hearing was at a $194,000 increase over the prior year, and the Board of Finance had instructed us to drop that number by $50,000. We subsequently dropped it, so we came in with a total increase of $144,000 over last year. That’s about 1.5 percent, and we’re, quite frankly, very pleased with the public’s support. The vote was one of the most positive and easiest we’ve ever had in my experi-ence. I think part of the reason for that is the townspeople got informed early and came to several meetings so there really weren’t a lot of questions here.”

Schad said there were no increases in healthcare costs and that $100,000 of the increase came from the tuition hike at Woodstock Academy, costing Pomfret 4 percent more per student, with around 200 pupils attending the Academy from the town. He also noted that salaries

increased by $30,000 and utilities costs brought an increase as well.

The turnout for the event was large, filling most of the seats taken out for the meeting in Pomfret Community School’s cafeteria. Nicholson said she was extremely happy to see what she called one of the best turnouts for the Annual Town Meeting in her time on the Board of Selectmen.

“It’s wonderful to see this turnout,” she said. “It’s always an opportunity for people to learn about the process and to see the people making the decisions and setting the budgets for them. That face-to-face contact is really important.”

As May draws to a close, many other towns in the Quiet Corner are prepar-ing for votes that will determine the fates of their proposed spending plans. Keep reading The Villager for constant updates of the results of these votes as they come in.


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pair of sculptures to make their home in town.“The first one was a 6-foot ‘American Dog’ which

was a small replica of the Big Dog Show sculptures that we placed in an area between the farmers market on Kennedy Drive and the future home of the Putnam Dog Park,” said Very. “The second sculpture that was cho-sen, which was done pretty much through a catalogue that the Putnam Arts Council looked through to find the best fit for Putnam, was called ‘Four People.’”

While the dog sculpture has become a more familiar sight around town thanks to the exposure from the Big Dog Show and the anticipation over the soon-to-be dog park, the “Four People” sculpture is still very new, and an intriguing sight to many who don’t know the mean-ing of the work.

For Very and the Putnam Arts Council, choosing “Four People” as the second sculpture to grace the Quinebaug River Trail was a way to make a statement about one of the most important aspects of a commu-nity.

“One of the reasons we liked it is because it’s an interpretation of a family,” Very said. “We liked the hearts in it and we wanted to focus on family being the heart of the community. That’s pretty much why that

one was chosen.”The Arts Council, along with Recreation Director

Willy Bousquet, chose the strategic locations for the two sculptures seeing Kennedy Drive and the River Trail as one of the most traveled sections of town. From commuters making their way to Interstate 395 to walkers, runners and bikers utilizing the trail, they believed the placement was a perfect way to make sure the sculptures were not only seen, but also respected and well maintained.

The addition of these two sculptures to Putnam is just one more step in the town’s push to draw attention not only to community, but to the arts as well. With the Empty Spaces Project becoming an increasingly popu-lar addition to Main Street and the town’s First Friday events back in full swing, Very says town officials want visitors and locals to understand that art and commu-nity will always be intertwined.

“Public art, in my opinion, is a very important part of community development,” she said. “It’s something that we share. Through economic development we are trying to show that art is part of the creative workforce. These are people who can earn a living by creating, whether it’s sculpture, visual arts or a talented musi-cian. We always look at those things as hobbies, but for these people it’s actually a livelihood, and to share this creative avenue is of huge importance.”


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The “American Dog” sculpture that stands beside the farm-ers market on Kennedy Drive.

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The turnout for Pomfret’s Annual Town Meeting was considered tremendous. First Selectman Maureen Nicholson said it was wonderful to see so many taxpayers turn out for the vote.

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Tuesday, May 6

Danny Jackman, 21, of 1576 Route 171, Woodstock, was charged with risk of injury, possession of heroin and possession of heroin with intent to sell.

Arrest Details: On Tuesday, May 6, at approximately 6:30 p.m., members of the Troop D Quality of Life Task Force (QLTF) and a Trooper from Troop D stopped a vehicle on Ballouville Road in Killingly for numerous motor vehicle violations. During the stop, police per-sonnel were granted consent to search the vehicle and subsequently located 43 bags of heroin pre-packaged for sale.

Danny Jackman, 21, of 1576 Route 171, Woodstock, was arrested without incident and transported to the Danielson Barracks.

A 3-year-old child was a passenger in the vehicle and as a result, Troopers kept the child safe until a respon-sible family member arrived on scene and took custody of the child.

Jackman was charged with possession of heroin, pos-session of heroin with intent to sell and risk of injury to a minor. Jackman was processed and released on a $10,000 non/surety bond and will appear in Danielson Superior Court on May 20 for the aforementioned charges.

Members of the Connecticut State Police are commit-ted to combating drug activity in the “Quiet Corner” and anyone with information regarding the illegal sale of narcotics and /or synthetic marijuana are encouraged to call the Troop D QLTF anonymous Tips Hotline at 860-779-4950 or message the QLTF Facebook page.

Saturday, May 10

Danny Jackman, 21, of 1576 Route 171, Woodstock, was charged with criminal violation of a restraining order.

PUTNAM

Tuesday, May 6

Jamie Field, 25, of 184 Park St., Putnam, was charged with possession of narcotics.

Saturday, May 10

Joseph Redner, 32, of 63 Liberty Highway, Putnam, was charged with two counts of risk of injury.

Tuesday, May 13

On Tuesday, May 13, at approximately 1:30 p.m., mem-bers of the Troop D Quality of Life Task Force, the Putnam Police Department, the Statewide Narcotics Task Force-East Office, and personnel assigned to the Troop D Danielson Barracks executed a narcotics relat-ed search and seizure warrant 47 Wilkinson St., Apt. 2A, Putnam.

The search warrant was obtained after an investiga-tion revealed that Kayla Cassidy, 22, and Brandon Lee, 34, were selling heroin from their residence. When entry was made into the residence, Lee and Cassidy were located in the living room of the apartment. A search was then conducted and heroin, packaging material, cash and drug notes were located and seized. As a result of the search warrant Brandon Lee and Kayla Cassidy were arrested and charged with possession of heroin and possession of heroin with intent to sell. Cassidy and Lee were transported to Troop D Danielson barracks where they were processed and released on a $250,000 non-surety bond and are to appear in Danielson Superior Court on May 27 for the above charges.

This investigation was a joint effort by the Connecticut State Police and the Putnam Police Department and was in response to numerous complaints by the citizens of Putnam of heavy narcotic related traffic in and around the Wilkinson Street neighborhood.

Members of the CT State Police are committed to com-bating drug activity in the “Quiet Corner” and anyone with information regarding the illegal sale of narcotics and /or synthetic marijuana are encouraged to call the Troop D QLTF anonymous Tips Hotline at 860-779-4950 or message the QLTF Facebook page.

THOMPSON

Wednesday, May 7

Tanya Knowles, 43, of 34 Main St., North Grosvenordale, was charged with driving under the influence and unsafe movement in a motor vehicle.

Thursday, May 8

John Frazier, 18, of 14 Buckley Hill Road, Thompson, was charged with breach of peace in the 2nd degree and assault in the 3rd degree.

Friday, May 9

Timothy Myers, 27, of 172 Porter Plain Road,

Thompson, was charged with criminal violation of a restraining order, criminal trespassing in the 1st degree and interfering.

BROOKLYN

Wednesday, May 7

Jose Prieto, 47, of 152 Quebec Square, Brooklyn, was charged with breach of peace and two counts of threat-ening in the 2nd degree.

KILLINGLY

Thursday, May 8

Robin Moniski, 48, of 132 Ballouville Road, Killingly, was charged with larceny in the 6th degree and forg-ery in the 3rd degree.

POMFRET

Sunday, May 11

Jenessa Letendre, 22, of 20 Woodstock Road, Pomfret, was charged with driving while intoxicated, posses-sion of heroin, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana.

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Wednesday, May 7

Paul Kenyon, 70, of 25 Buck Street, Putnam, was charged with Larceny in the 4th degree.

Thursday, May 8

Mary Olmstead, 32, of 371 Church St., Putnam, was charged with operating under suspension and travel-ing unreasonably fast.

Nuyeli Hilario, 25, of 67 Harrison St., Putnam, was charged with operating without a license and travel-ing unreasonably fast.

Michael Stanton, 50, of 186 Kinne Road, Canterbury, was charged with breach of peace.

Saturday, May 10

Matthew Chouinard, 31, of 127 Searles Road, Pomfret Center, was charged with operating under the influ-ence, failure to drive right and operating and unregis-tered motor vehicle.

Monday, May 12

Jennifer Perry, 38, of 23 Maynard St., Putnam, was charged with disorderly conduct and larceny in the 6th degree.

News BriefsPutnam mayor speaks in Stafford

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STAFFORD — Putnam Mayor Tony Falzarano delivered a “Pep Rally” talk to more than 125 people from the Town of Stafford recently. Falzarano

was invited by Stafford to explain how Putnam went from a “mill town” to one of the 15 best small towns in New England as declared by the Boston Globe.

The Warren Woolen Mill closed in Stafford after 161 years in operation and the unemployment rate soared. People that worked their 20, 30 or 40-plus years were downtrodden and somewhat dazed realizing their source of income was now gone. What do you say to a spinner after 30 years of doing the only thing he knew how to do?

Falzarano tried to uplift their spirits with the a talk on how Putnam came through the struggle to be the arts and cultural hub of the northeast, a true tourist destination that keeps our local business growing and thriving. The process took nearly 20 years of hard work, investing in the town’s people, industry, and the communi-ty. The arts, eateries, shops, antiques

and events year round pack Putnam’s downtown, parks, and entertainment centers to the delight of all the town’s merchants. A very strong and vision-ary Business Association collaborates with the town and is an integral part of Putnam’s continued success.

Long-time Woodstock business to shut its doors

WOODSTOCK — After more than 52 years, Christian Book Service in South Woodstock will close its doors.

This ministry, begun in 1961 by Ruth Doughty, has made available Bibles, religious books and gifts as well as church supplies for the surrounding communities and states. Despite some faithful customers, many are now using online and discount mail order to fulfill their needs.

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Eastford to hold Democratic caucus

EASTFORD — To enrolled members of the Democratic Party of the Town of Eastford, pursuant to the rules of the Democratic Party and state election laws, you are hereby notified that a caucus will be held on May 22, at 7 p.m. at the Ivy Glenn Memorial, Eastford, to endorse a candidate for registrar of voters and to transact other business as may be proper to come before said caucus.

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‘Sassy Chapeau Fashion Show’ benefits Women and Girls Fund

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Debbie Wiech and her daughter, Shaley, were shocked and brought to tears when a surprise guest took to the catwalk during the event. They were unaware that Debbie’s daughter and Shaley’s sister, Brady Pelliccio, returned from active duty in the U.S. Army and had organized a surprise return with the event organizers just in time for Mother’s Day.

THOMPSON — The Sassy Chapeau Fashion Show returned for its second year at the Thompson Speedway Restaurant on Saturday, May 10, raising money to help build and maintain programs for women and girls in northeastern Connecticut. Up to the May 10 event, around $69,000 had been raised for the Northeast Connecticut Women & Girls Fund, a special initiative of the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut specifically designated to the Quiet Corner to help create and maintain programs to help women and young ladies in the area learn and grow. The event featured hats from Salmagundi that were modeled by representatives of different organizations that partnered to help make the event a reality.

Jessen Fitzpatrick and Andria Rapagnola, of Salmagundi Hats and Accessories, out of Jamaica Plain, Mass., show off some of the fabulous headwear on display at the fashion show.

President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Maryam Elahi speaks to the crowd about the commu-nity effort at work through the fashion show.

From left, James Kellaway, event chairman Laura Crosetti and Katherine “Kip” Parker, divi-sion director from the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, pose for a photo in their own eccentric headpieces.

Doctors Joe Botta and Erica Kessleman, along with their daughters, Abby and Zoe, made their appearance on the catwalk, a family affair representing Day Kimball Healthcare.

Mother/daughter pair Sheileen Landrey and Maureen Nicholson walked down the isle togeth-er in a rather animated showing of the headwear they were given to present to the viewing public.John Goodman of United Services was joined by his daughter, Lilia, as they sported hats for

the fashion show.

Sarah Hamby, left, and her mother, Debbie Domain, sport some goofy eyewear for a photo shoot provided by Charleen’s Portrait Studio.

From left, event chairman Laura Crosetti and mistress of ceremonies Linda Colangelo get things started.

Citizens National Bank President and CEO Dave Conrad walked the catwalk in honor of his grandmother. The bank served as a plati-num sponsor for the event.

Event chairman and Executive Director of TEEG Donna Grant was joined by a special guest on the catwalk, her lovely poodle, Alli, who sported her own piece of headwear for the occasion.


Quiet Corner’s cutest pets continue to impressAfter 17 weeks, our readers continue to bring the cute with even more pictures

of their adorable pets. As long as you keep sending them, we’ll keep printing them, so keep them coming! Send photos via e-mail to editor Adam Minor at [email protected], and we’ll print the best ones we receive every week! Along

with your photo, please send us the name of your pet, the owner’s name(s), and the town you live in. Owners are allowed to be in the photo, so be sure to smile if you in the picture! Feel free to be creative, and most of all, have fun!

Meet Petunia (in the crown) and Ruby Lavender, some of the most loved and happy chickens you’ll ever see, owned by Jordan Copeland, of Putnam.

Meet Petunia (in the crown) and Ruby Lavender, some of the most loved and happy chickens you’ll ever see, owned by Jordan Copeland, of Putnam.

Flier and Mickey Morgan, of Woodstock, share identical smiles of contentment.

Henry, owned by Debby Thurston, of Putnam, just turned five years old on May 1. He likes sitting in the window and watching the birds or taking in the sun, as he is doing in the photo.

This is Houdini, owned by Ann Russo of Putnam.

Meet Lurch, of North Grosvenordale. He is wearing his “Did Somebody Say Walk?” face.

This is Maizy, owned by Alecia, Michael and Max Underhill of North Grosvenordale. The photo was shot by 14-year-old Max.

This is Noah the sheep, owned by Lori Patrie, of Pomfret. The girl pictured in the photo is Gianna Materas.

This is Rufus! His owners are Alan, Connie, Marie and Michael Jezierski, of Thompson.

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Meet Stella! Owned by Kathy Darras, Woodstock, Stella was adopted from the Woodstock Rescue in 2012.

PAWS CAt of the Week: trix

This is Trix! His handsome black coat is dotted with a few white furs on his chest and is always soft to the touch, which is great because Trix loves to be petted. This sweet, big boy has a beautiful voice too. If you’d like to be greet-ed with a happy meow when you come home, Trix is your boy!

Trix is young and energetic. When in doubt, you can make the educated guess that he is busy playing with a toy. He has a soft spot for his rope scratching post, though.

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QMC to host ribbon cuttingDANIELSON — A ribbon cutting ceremony for the newest addition to Quinebaug

Valley Community College will be held at the Danielson campus on Thursday, May 22, starting at 9 a.m.

The new 38,000-square-foot wing houses the Quinebaug Middle College, a region-al magnet high school which opened its doors in 2008.

QMC offers an innovative educational experience for non-traditional learners and provides students with the individual support they need to succeed. While they complete their high school education, QMC students are able to take courses at QVCC and earn college credit. The new facility will allow the enrollment to expand to 225 students in grades 9-12.

The new wing, which was completed in December, has six classrooms, two sci-ence labs, art room, special education room, music room with two practice rooms, fitness room, health suite, offices and collaborative rooms. It also houses a half gym, which will be dedicated in honor of Dianne E. Williams, QVCC president emeritus, whose vision was instrumental in the development of a comprehensive district partnership which established the Middle College. It was through her lead-ership that the program was conceived and funds secured to build the addition.

Participating in the ribbon cutting will be Dr. Carmen Cid, interim QVCC president; Paula Colen, executive director of EASTCONN; Pasquale Salemi, deputy commis-sioner, Connecticut State Department of Administrative Services; Mark Linabury, bureau chief, Bureau of Choice Program of the Connecticut State Department of Education; Dr. Gregory Gray, president of the Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education; Senator Donald Williams, Senate President Pro Tempore; Alex Rios and Brooke Peyton, QMC students; Dr. Robert Miller, QVCC president emeritus; Anthony Amenta of Amenta Emma Architects; and representatives from

KBE Building C o r p o r a t i o n and Turner Construction.

A reception will be held in the atrium of the new wing starting at 9 a.m., to be followed at 9:30 a.m. by the ribbon cutting cer-emony and gym dedication.

I m m e d i a t e l y following the dedication and ribbon cutting, guests are invited to tour the new wing with Middle College student guides and attend the 11th annu-al High School M a n u f a c t u r i n g Expo, which show-cases area high school students and their manu-facturing projects. It will be held in Rooms W100/101.

QMC teacher selected for prestigious computer science program

D A N I E L S O N — Administrators from EASTCONN’s Quinebaug Middle College (QMC), a public magnet high school, are pleased to announce that one of their teachers has won a National Science Foundation fellowship to attend a prestigious computer science program this summer at Trinity College.

QMC math teacher Meghan Canning will attend the com-petitive, six-week-long Mobile Computer Science Principles program at Trinity College in Hartford in preparation for teaching a related, newly devel-oped computer science course for QMC freshmen this fall, according to QMC Principal Gino LoRicco.

LoRicco said that Canning’s expertise in science and math, combined with her enthusiasm and devotion to teaching her QMC students, made her a per-fect choice to attend the Trinity computer program.

“Meghan is a natural teach-er,” said LoRicco. “She could teach anything. She’s not only very skilled, technologically, but she is always seeking and learn-ing new ways to reach kids.”

The Trinity College computer course will provide Canning’s

new QMC computer class with 20 new m o b i l e d e v i c e s , w h i c h s t u d e n t s will use to develop

and program applica-tions to solve real-world problems, said Paul Pelletier, EASTCONN’s Coordinator of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). All QMC freshmen will take the new computer course, he said.

“The new QMC com-puter class, which will use App Inventor for Android, will pro-vide students with a rigorous, program-ming-based introduc-tion to computational thinking, with a focus on building socially use-ful, place-based mobile apps using the App Inventor pro-gramming language,” said Mary Kay Knox, EASTCONN’s STEM Instructional Coach.

“To understand the underpin-nings of our digital society, all students need an appreciation of how computers work and why they are so powerful,” said Dr. Chinma Uche, president of the Connecticut Computer Science Teachers Association. Uche co-wrote the NSF grant that is funding Canning’s enrollment in the Trinity College program.

“Giving access to computer science is one of the best invest-ments a district or state [can] make in its students’ future,” Uche continued. “ … A big aspect of the [Trinity] Computer Science Principles course is the understanding and management of data, which is necessary for leaders of tomorrow. The course shows that Computer Science is not only about programming, but also [about] understand-ing the impact of computers on our lives, the workings of the Internet and algorithmic pro-cesses.”

“This is a perfect learn-

ing opportunity for Meghan Canning and, by extension, all of QMC’s students,” said LoRicco of his QMC teacher.

Canning is a 2005 graduate of the University of Connecticut, where she received her under-graduate degree in mathematics and statistics, later earning a master’s in secondary education.

EASTCONN administers QMC, a magnet high school for grades 9 to 12, located on the campus of Quinebaug Valley Community College in Danielson. QMC provides a dem-ocratic learning community for responsible, motivated, capable, high school students from across northeastern Connecticut. To learn more about QMC, its STEM-infused curriculum and other learning opportuni-ties at the school, contact QMC Principal Gino LoRicco at [email protected].

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Danielson Lions Club renewing effort to revitalize park

rating for years and years,” Kight said. “It hasn’t really been kept up with. The town tries to do what it can, but most of the money goes to Owen Bell. It’s on a back road and it’s kind of quiet, but it is our park and it was donated by one of our members years and years ago. We wanted to spruce it up a bit. It’s one thing we have in the community so we wanted to make it look nice.”

Young volunteers from the Danielson Leos, the youth group composed of future Lions Club members, helped clear brush along the shore of a near-by lake, while others helped erect a new metal flash pole and paint the swing sets, playscape and slide in the playground to match the blue, purple and gold color schemes of the Lions

Club. Kight said some outside help was brought in to build the new flagpole and kiosk, including one individual close to home for him.

“The kiosk was built by the Killingly High School woodshop and my little brother, Asa Kight, a Leo junior mem-ber of the Lions, and my boss from Beudreau’s Welding donated the flag-pole,” he said. “The last one was fiber-glass and someone tried to climb it and broke it. This one’s metal — so if they break this one, that takes talent.”

Paint for the swing sets was donated by Lowe’s, and other materials used were either donated or paid for through the Danielson Lions Club. Looking long-term, Kight said the Club wants to make the park a social center in the town and are taking ideas from other sur-rounding communities to bring locals together to enjoy some fun at the newly

renovated playground.In addition to planning an Easter egg

hunt, Kight said there is another signif-icant event they hope to bring to town this summer.

“What we are trying to do is a movie night in the park,” he said. “We looked into purchasing one of those blow-up movie screens. We’re going to come and put on something from Disney, like ‘Frozen,’ and everyone can come to the park and sit on the swings of the playscape and enjoy the movie. It’s not just a renovation — this is a rebirth of the park. We want to do more and more, and I think the movie thing works well in other towns, so we’re hoping it’ll work well here too.”


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Future Lions Club members clear out the shore of a nearby lake to allow for easy access for fishing in the future.

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Quinebaug Middle College math teacher Meghan Canning has won a National Science Foundation fellowship to attend a prestigious computer science program this summer at Trinity College.


BY CHARLIE LENTZVILLAGER SPORTS EDITOR

DAYVILLE — Neither Killingly High nor Tourtellotte Memorial have locked up berths in the state softball tour-nament. So while the postsea-son is not assured for either team — one thing Killingly can always count on is an intense rivalry with Tourtellotte — and the feeling is mutual. So last Tuesday’s game at Foxy Fortin Field between the Redgals and the Tigers gave each team a chance to play for something more than the final score — pride.

It was also Killingly High senior center fielder Mikayla Pasco’s last chance to knock off the Tigers and exact some revenge for Tourtellotte’s 10-inning, 2-1 victory over the Redgals in the season opener back on April 9. Fittingly, with Killingly trailing Tourtellotte by one run with two outs and the bases loaded in the bottom of the seventh inning — Pasco stepped to the plate with one last swing at revenge.

“I knew that I had to hit it,” Pasco said. “I had to stay calm for the team.”

With the count at three balls and two strikes — Pasco drove a two-out, two-run single to deliver Killingly a 6-5 victory over Tourtellotte on May 13 at Owen Bell Park. Pasco finished 4-for-4 at the plate including a triple. She said the Redgals were determined to rally in their final at-bat.

“We were very motivated,” Pasco said. “We wanted to win. We wanted to come back — every girl on the bench knew that.”

Pasco’s two-run single capped a four-run rally that supplied the victory. Killingly trailed 5-2 going into the bot-tom of the seventh inning after Tourtellotte had erased a 2-1 deficit with its own four-run outburst in the top of the sev-enth frame.

“It’s a lot of pressure on (Pasco). She’s been hitting the ball well for us. She’s our lead-off hitter. Honestly, on that last pitch I had my eyes closed,” said Killingly coach Bill Rahal. “I told Mikayla before she got up — ‘Just put it in the out-

field and we’ll win the game.’ ”

Trailing Killingly by one run — 2-1 — going into the top of the seventh, Tourtellotte scored four runs with the help of a pair of walks, a Killingly error and a run-scoring sin-gle from Halie Poirier.

Down 5-2 in its last at-bat, Killingly used a single from Alexa Weber, three walks and a hits batsmen to pull within 5-4. Pasco completed the come-back with her two-run single.

“There’s a couple kids that you like to have up in that posi-tion and (Pasco) is one of them,” said coach Rahal. “She likes to be in that position. You can see the smile on her face when she gets up there in pressure situations. She just looks down at me in the third base coach-ing box and smiles.”

Senior right-hander Hannah Guari picked up the complete-game victory. She struck out two, walked five and allowed eight hits. Guari request-ed the start against Tourtellotte.

“She asked for the ball,” coach Rahal said. “It’s a big win to beat Tourtellotte.”

Poirier absorbed the com-plete-game defeat. She struck out two, walked five and allowed seven hits. Lizz Coty went 2-for-4 for Tourtellotte. Julie Szamocki went 3-for-4 with two RBIs. The loss dropped Tourtellotte’s record to 5-8. The Tigers need to win three of their last seven games to qualify for the state tourna-ment.

“It’s not going to be easy. I keep telling them that. We dug the hole deeper today. Our issue right now, they need to come together as a team and figure out what it’s going to take to get everyone enthused about the game and into what’s going on,” said Tourtellotte coach Brooke Nici. “The first two innings we gave them eight extra outs. You can’t give them extra outs. It’s a game of outs. You need to get 21 outs. You want to give them as few extra outs as possible. I didn’t expect (Killingly) to roll over and die in the last inning either because I know that when two outs comes around crazy stuff tends to happen to us.”

The win lifted Killingly’s record to 4-11. The Redgals needed to win four of their last five games to earn a berth in the state tourney. Pasco may not get a chance to play in the state tournament in her senior season — but she did get some revenge in her last game against Tourtellotte.

“I think we have a little bit of a rivalry going on with

Tourtellotte,” Pasco said. “So it was defi-nitely good to beat them this time.”

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Ellis Tech bolstered by Innes’s return

Woodstock Academy girls fall to East Lyme


DANIELSON — Ellis Tech lost its first four games of the baseball season but the Golden Eagles didn’t get discouraged. Ellis Tech won seven of its next nine games and with the return of sophomore right-hander Chuck Innes to the pitching rotation the team is playing well heading toward the homestretch of the season.

Innes picked up a com-plete-game shutout in Ellis Tech’s 9-0 victory over Bullard Havens on May 7 at Ellis Tech. Innes struck out nine, walked none, and scattered eight hits.

It was Innes’s second start of the season after missing the first half of the season while rehabbing a sore right shoul-der. In his first two starts Innes allowed just one run over 14 innings. Ellis Tech coach Anthony Formiglio said Innes should bolster the staff.

“Today, I don’t he walked one batter. He was great on the mound, battled through at-bats. Just very proud of the way he reacted to every-thing,” Formiglio said. “He’ll be throwing the tougher games pretty much the rest of the season. Our tough games — Chuck’s going to be the one to go to.”

The Golden Eagles came up with timely hits against Bullard Havens. Pat Garrett hit a run-scoring double and Sage Louis (2-for-4) knocked a two-run single to pace Ellis Tech’s five-run outburst in the second inning. Justin Dufault (2-for-3) singled home one run in the sixth inning. Jared Carigan (2-for-4) singled home two runs in fourth inning. Connor Pion went 2-for-4.

“Pat Garrett had a couple great hits, hit the ball hard today, one of them got caught. He was in a little bit of a slump and came out of it today. All the guys strung hits together today,” Formiglio said. “We

hit when we needed to and got it done.”

Ellis Tech played error-free defense and center fielder Sage Louis threw out Justin Banks at the plate in the sixth inning.

“Very pleased with the way we played defensively and offensively today,” Formiglio said.

Giovanni Rodriguez took the loss, going three-plus innings, striking out one, walking one, allowing five hits and nine runs.

The Golden Eagles were 7-6 after their first 13 games and seem to be on a winning track after a slow start and coach

Formiglio hoped it kept going.“We started 0-4 and now

we’re back to 7-6. We’re hop-ing to continue our streak,” Formiglio said. “These guys are pretty resilient when it comes to getting on the field, getting at practice — hopeful-ly they stay that way.”

Ellis Tech is next scheduled to play host to Putnam on Friday, May 16, with the first pitch set for 3:45 p.m.

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WOODSTOCK — The big hits have not been falling for Woodstock Academy this softball season and the Centaurs seemed to have anoth-er unlucky outing in an 18-1 loss in four innings to East Lyme last Friday. Woodstock’s first three batters each laced a hard line drive off East Lyme’s Meghan Welch in the bot-tom of the first inning but they all found the glove of Vikings fielder.

In short order in the bottom of the first: Alexa Pearson lined out to cen-ter fielder Morgan Lloyd, Angela Capon drove a shot toward right field that was stabbed by second baseman Shae Crosby and Courtney Trahan lined out to Crosby.

“We do put the bat on the ball,” said Woodstock Academy coach Jason Gerum. “Unfortunately we’ve been kind of unlucky with that. We haven’t found a lot of holes and a lot of gaps but we do have kids that can hit the ball pretty good. It’s kind of been like when of those when it rains it pours of things. It seems like every game we’re getting a hold of it. We just haven’t had that chance where we’ve had

runners on and we found the holes. That’s just the way it goes sometimes for you. It’s not for lack of effort. The girls are really working hard.”

Capon, a sophomore right-hander took the loss. She struck out one and walked none over four innings. Woodstock scored its run in the bot-

tom of the fourth inning on a run-scoring single from Shannon Creedon. Gerum said the Centaurs lineup is filled with underclassmen who have

been making progress but that hasn’t translated into many victories yet.

“We’re very young. We start one senior, some-times two seniors, two

or three juniors and then the rest are sophomores and one freshman — today we had two fresh-men out there,” Gerum said. “We’re very, very young. Today was one of those games where we kind of got knocked around by one of the best teams in the league.”

Welch picked up the victory. She struck out four over four innings, walked none and allowed four hits. The win lifted East Lyme’s record to 11-2.

The loss dropped Woodstock Academy’s record to 1-13. Woodstock Academy is next scheduled to travel to Tourtellotte Memorial on Monday, May 19 with the first pitch scheduled for 4 p.m. — the Centaurs will likely hope some of their hits fall.

“As a whole for the season, we’ve been in games, we’ve done a lot of good things,” Gerum said. “Really, as a whole this season — despite the wins and losses — the youth is really coming along and we should be on the right track for the future.”


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Above: Ellis Tech’s Chuck Innes throws against Bullard Havens.

At right: Ellis Tech’s Sage Louis steals second base as Bullard Havens shortstop Brandon Ortiz leaps for a high throw.

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Woodstock Academy’s Angela Capon pitches against East Lyme last Friday at Bentley Athletic Complex in Woodsotck.

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Tourtellotte girls fall to St. Bernard

Putnam High girls defeat Grasso Tech


THOMPSON — St. Bernard’s Amy Bouchard allowed only four Tourtellotte base runners to reach second base and although Lizz Coty man-aged to bat one of them home it was not enough as Tourtellotte fell to St. Bernard 3-1 on May 8 at Tourtellotte Memorial.

In a battle where runs were hard to come by, St. Bernard’s Kiely Smith knocked a run-scoring double, an RBI-single, and helped plate a run with a grounder to give the Saints all the runs they would need.

Tourtellotte scored one run in the first inning as Ali Patterson drew a leadoff walk and Smith doubled her home. Patterson drew another leadoff walk in the third inning and Smith singled her home for a 2-0 lead.

“It was all their lead-off batter, scored their three runs. We got her on twice with leadoff walks and leadoff walks most of the time end up coming to bite you back,” said Tourtellotte coach Brooke Nici. “Other than that, Halie (Poirier) pitched really well.”

The Saints pushed their lead to 3-0 in the top of the fifth inning as Patterson reached on

a fielder’s choice and scored on a grounder off the bat of Smith that was misplayed.

The Tigers scored their only run in the bot-tom of the sixth inning when Carinne Sosnoski knocked a leadoff dou-ble and Coty singled her home. But Tourtellotte could not take advantage of leadoff double from Emily Vincent in the second inning, a one-out double from Halie Poirier

in the fourth inning — Julie Szamocki reached second base on an error while leading off the fifth inning. But each time the Tigers could not advance the runner to third base.

“The big difference was we weren’t executing the bunt, which we weren’t helping ourself out there. And then we didn’t have the timely hit — aside from the one that Lizz (Coty) had,” said Nici.

Poirier took the com-

plete-game loss, striking out five, walking two, and allowing six hits. Tourtellotte’s record fell to 5-7. While Bouchard wasn’t dominating she put the ball over the plate. Bouchard allowed just four hits and walked none to pick up the vic-tory for St. Bernard (8-5).

Coach Nici said the Tigers just didn’t get the timely hit but played well.

“I think this helps them

build their confidence. Last time we played (St. Bernard) we lost 6-0 and we really weren’t in it,” Nici said. “This game they were in it. It was a close game the whole time. So that helps build their confidence a little bit that they’re getting better and they’re able to hang with higher quali-ty teams. The ECC Small Division is tough. No

one’s easy on the sched-ule. You’ve got to try to hang with each team in a different way.”


GROTON — Putnam High sophomore right-hander Makenzie Livingston struck out 13 to help the Clippers defeat Grasso Tech 16-0 on May 12. Caitlyn Verrette went 3-for-4, walked twice, and scored four runs for the Clippers. Lyndsey Roberts went 3-for-3 and walked three times. Hannah Bowen went 3-for-5. The win lifted Putnam’s record to 9-5 overall. The Clippers have qualified for the state Class S Tournament and will also be playing in the Constitution State Conference Tournament. Coach Jon Miller said the team needed to finish out the season strongly in order to get a favorable seeding for both postseason tournaments.

“At this point in the season I’m very happy with where we are,” Miller said. “We’re going to take it one game at a time. We want to have the best possible record going into the playoffs. That’s what every coach wants.”

Putnam is next scheduled to play host to Cheney Tech on Monday, May 19, at Murphy Park.

Marianapolis tennisTHOMPSON — Marianapolis

Academy four-year seniors Ryan Fontaine and Lauren George each won their final home match against Hyde School on Tuesday, May 13, to help the Marianapolis boys varsity tennis team finish at .500 in the SENE (5-5, 6-9 overall). In the four years that Fontaine and George have been on the team, Marianapolis amassed a record of 41-20. In singles against Hyde: Islambek Abrayev (M defeated Evan Abate (H), 8-5; Jose Gerardo Casillas (M) defeat-ed Kevin Ge (H), 8-2; Ryan Fontaine (M) defeated James Howard (H), 8-1; Andy Liu (M) defeated Aaron Cao (H), 8-2. In doubles: Mikio Hayashi/Lauren George (M) defeated Liam Gorey/Justin Ashkam (H), 8-5; Bovorn Wangrattanasopon/Patrick Ni (M) defeated Clement Hong/Richard Tang

(H), 8-2; Mauricio Vales/Canon Yang (M) defeated Dan Abramov / Harrison Smith (H), 8-5.

Marianapolis lacrosseTHOMPSON — The Marianapolis

girls’ varsity lacrosse team fell to St. Andrew’s (RI) at home on Tuesday, 7-14. The loss drops the Golden Knights to 1-9 overall. Junior goalie Caitlin Cryan had 17 saves to keep the ladies within strik-ing distance. Senior Danielle Tata net-ted 5 times for the Knights while fellow senior Emily Jacoboski and sophomore Kellyn Snow eash grabbed a goal.

Marianapolis softballTHOMPSON — Host Marianapolis

Academy defeated Worcester Academy 7-4 in softball on Monday, May 12. The win lifted the Knights record to 10-2. Junior Cara Lutz and sophomore Rylee Hehir both pitched very well, throw-ing strikes and allowing the defense to make putouts. Senior captain Elaina Cosentino began the home side’s offen-sive day with a bang, lofting a dou-ble. After senior captain Jill Bodreau reached on an error freshman Taylor Pacheco brought home Cosentino with a sacrifice fly. Bodreau would then score on a Hehir single, giving the Knights a 2-1 lead after one inning. After Lutz got the visitors in the top of the sec-ond inning seniors captain Miranda Lazzara and fellow senior Shannon Madden reached via a single and walk respectively. Lazarra stole second and reached third base on a passed ball, Cosentino then drove her in with anoth-er single. Bodreau followed right up with a single of her own to drive in Madden. Cosentino would also cross the plate on a Hehir fly ball to make it 5-1. Another base hit from Cosentino start-ed Marianapolis in the fourth inning, then Pacheco launched a triple to left field to bring her in. She followed right behind Cosentino on a Hehir sac fly.

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AHEARN HEADED TO BINGHAMTON

THOMPSON — On May 9, Marianapolis Academy’s Bobby Ahearn signed a letter of intent to play basket-ball at Binghamton University. Ahearn, from Marshfield, Mass. ended the season with eight points per game, seven rebounds per game, and led the team in field goal percent-age, steals, and blocked shots. Ahearn (center) with, from left, Marianapolis Head of School Joe Hanrahan, father Robert Ahearn, mother Theresa Ahearn, and varsity bas-ketball coach Andrew Vitale.

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LONG SIGNS WITH PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY

THOMPSON — Marianapolis Academy senior Eric Long officially signed a letter of intent to play basketball at Philadelphia University on May 9. Long, from the Bronx, N.Y., averaged 10.2 points per game, 5.4 rebounds per game, and led the team in scoring. He will be attending Division II Philadelphia University in Pennsylvania. Long (cen-ter) signs his letter with, from left, Marianapolis Head of School Joe Hanrahan, Varsity Basketball Coach Andrew Vitale, Shana Solomon ‘13 and Rocio Solomon.

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Above: Tourtellotte’s Halie Poirier pitches against St. Bernard.At left: Tourtellotte shortstop Carinne Sosnoski gets ready to take the throw from catcher Christina Kopacz as St. Bernard’s Soshanna Berkman attempts to steal second base in the fourth inning. Berkman was called out on the play.

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Putnam High’s Makenzie Livingston struck out 13 to help Putnam defeat Grasso Tech 16-0.


WOODSTOCK — Tucker Johns scored in overtime to help Woodstock Academy defeat Norwich Free Academy 6-5 in boys lacrosse last Tuesday, May 13, at Bentley Athletic Complex.

Woodstock Academy’s Andrew Mancini scored with 3:47 left in regulation to tie it at 5-5.

Ledyard 16, Woodstock 6Alec Powell scored five goals to help Ledyard defeat

Woodstock Academy 16-6 in boys lacrosse last Saturday, May 10, at Bentley Athletic Complex.

Andrew Mancini scored three goals for Woodstock Academy. Tucker Johns scored two goals for Woodstock and Robert Totten scored one goal.

Nick Lobianco scored four goals for Ledyard. Jake Christenson and Nick Lauer both scored three goals for Ledyard. Adam Hildebrandt scored one goal for the Colonels. The Win lifted Ledyard’s record to 9-2. Woodstock Academy’s record fell to 2-9. The Centaurs are next scheduled to play host to East Lyme on Tuesday, May 20.


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May 18, 2pmThe Aspinock Historical Society of Putnam will present a history of St Mary of the Visitation Parish, with narrativeand photos. This will be presented in the church sanctuary. In addition, a limited number of copies of the presentation will be available for purchase, with orders taken for additional copies.

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Above: Woodstock Academy’s Robert Totten fires a shot against Ledyard last Saturday, May 10, at Bentley Athletic Complex in Woodstock. Ledyard defeated Woodstock Academy 16-6.

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W E B S T E R – Florence M. (Cloutier) Girouard, 89, for-merly of Hillside Avenue, died Thursday, May 8, 2014 in Saint Vincent Hospital,

Worcester, after a brief illness. Her husband of 60 years, Edward J.

Girouard, died in 2009.She leaves 2 daughters, Deborah

A. Walker and her husband Paul of Dudley, and Donna M. Callahan and her husband Daniel of Winchendon; 4 grandchildren, Mark J. Walker, Angela M. Batt and her husband Daniel P. Batt, David J. Charubini and Michael P. Walker; 2 great-granddaughters, Alexandra and Charlotte Batt; a sister, Dolores Zamejtek of Southbridge; 3 brothers, Oscar Cloutier of Newport, VA, Roger Cloutier of Melbourne, FL and Henry Cloutier of Quinebaug, CT; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Norman and Wilfred Cloutier.

She was born and raised in Southbridge, the oldest of the seven children of Domina and Laura (Cote) Cloutier.

She lived in Oxford for 5 years and then in Webster for over 50 years.

Mrs. Girouard was an inspector at the American Optical Company in Southbridge for 45 years before she retired in 1986. She was a member of the AO Quarter Century Club.

She was communicant of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, a member of the Webster Senior Center and of the Silver Dippers since her retirement.

She excelled at knitting, quilting, braiding rugs and sewing. She enjoyed participating in the activities at Christopher Heights. She also cultivat-ed an annual garden at home.

Her children, grandchildren and great-granddaughters were her trea-sure.

Her funeral was held Wednesday, May 14, from Scanlon Funeral Service, 38 East Main St., followed by a Mass in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 16 East Main Street. Burial was in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Donations in her name may be made to either Christopher Heights Activities Fund, 338 Thompson Road, or to St. Anne Elementary School, 12 Day St., PO Box 818, both Webster, MA 01570.

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Florence M. Girouard, 89C H A R L T O N

— Josephine A. (Beaudry) Aucoin, 81, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2014, in the Overlook Masonic Health Center, Charlton after complications of a long courageous

battle with diabetes. Her suffering is no more and she is dancing once again in heaven in the arms of her true love, Leo.

Her husband of 60 years, Leo P. Aucoin died in 2013.

She leaves her two sons, Michael Aucoin and spouse Donna of Yarmouthport and Gerald “Joey” Aucoin and spouse Amy of West Va.; three daughters, Debra Sullivan and spouse Ronnie of Southbridge, Judy Montigny of Eastford, CT and Cynthia Morin of Brookfield; 13 grand-children: Kelly Gibeault and spouse Cory, Thomas Sullivan and spouse Audra, Jazsmin Triphone, Angela and Michael J. Aucoin, Derek and Kyle Montigny, Patrick, Zachary, Samuel and Karalyn Morin and Jada and Adam Aucoin; 7 great-grandchildren, Jillian, Elizabeth, and Emily Gibeault, Victoria Triphone, Connor, Carter and Brie Sullivan and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by three broth-ers, Charles Beaudry, Robert Beaudry and Edward Beaudry.

She was born in Southbridge the daughter of the late Charles and

Florence (Lukowski) Beaudry. She was a graduate of the former St.

Mary’s High School.She was a lifelong member of St.

Mary’s Church of the St. John Paul II Parish.

Josephine had a real zest for life. She had a one of a kind unique personality and loved to tell jokes. She enjoyed listening to music especially Bon Jovi.

Josephine truly loved her family and enjoyed time spent with her grandchil-dren and great-grandchildren.

She was also blessed to have made several new friends over the past four years at the Southern Worcester County Dialysis Clinic in Webster.

The family would like to thank the staff at Overlook Masonic Health Center for their loving care as well as great support they received from the staff at Summit Elder Care. They would also like to thank the VNA of Southern Worcester County and Samaritans for their 10 years of won-derful home health care.

Her funeral Mass was held on Monday, May 12 in St. Mary’s Church of the St. John Paul II Parish, 263 Hamilton St., Southbridge. Burial was in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Southbridge.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Southern Worcester County VNA, 534 School St., Webster, MA 01570.

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OLDSMAR, Fla. — Shirley Elizabeth Rondeau Grennan, 86, resident of Oldsmar, Florida, a former resident of Woodstock, Connecticut, passed away on April 17, 2014 following a

long term illness. She was the daughter of Louise Ida

Davison Loomis and John Arthur Loomis of Putnam, Connecticut.

She is preceded in death by her first husband and father of her children Edward “Bud” Rondeau of Woodstock.

Shirley was a graduate of Putnam High School and retired from Day Kimball Hospital where she had been employed as an Emergency Room Secretary and the first secretary of the Ambulatory Care Unit.

She loved to travel, was an avid tennis and competitive Bridge player. She enjoyed oil painting, knitting, egg decoupage and spending the summers at “Quonnie” (Quonochontaug, RI).

Shirley is survived by her husband of 27 years, Lawrence J. Grennan, Jr., a former long time resident of Woodstock, CT; daughter, Lynda A. Hammond of Hamden, CT; son,

Edward “Buddy” (Denise) Rondeau, Jr.; daughte, Colleen (Harold) Bishop of

Woodstock; son, John (Lisa) Rondeau of Thompson, CT, and daughter Dianne (Scott) Davies of Middlebury, CT; step-daughter, Maureen Grennan Ripley; siblings, her twin sister, Charlotte Louise Ayers of Belleview, Florida, and brother, Floyd “Nick” Loomis of

Putnam; grandchildren, Jason (Jaimee) Rondeau, Jared (Mellissa) Rondeau, Daniel Rondeau (Michelle Reaume), Meghann Whittemore (Josh Lewis), Julie (Brandon)

Carita, Lindsey (Jason) Verraneault, Sarah (Christopher) Kelly, Kristen Kelly; Kelly Grennan, Jessica Grennan (Daniel) Pane, Michael (Andrea) Ripley and 15 great -grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 6 at 11 a.m. at the East Woodstock Congregational Church, 220 Woodstock Road, East Woodstock, CT. Friends are

welcomed. In lieu of flowers, the family has

requested donations be made to the “Bud Rondeau Memorial Scholarship Fund,” Woodstock Academy Development Office, 57

Academy Rd., Woodstock, CT 06281 or the East Woodstock Congregational Church,

220 Woodstock Road, East Woodstock, CT 06244.

Shirley E. Rondeau Grennan

D U D L E Y – William J. Jankowski, 69, died Friday, May 9, 2014 at home after a short illness surrounded by his family.

He leaves his wife of 46 years, Pauline

T. (Auger) Jankowski; 7 children, Todd W. Jankowski and his fiancée Angela Giroux of North Grosvenordale, CT, Christopher J. Jankowski and his wife Lauri of South Grafton, Julie A. DiFronzo of Dudley, Melanie A. Arjona and her husband Marcelo of Ashland, Charlene M. Manning and her husband Spencer of Northbridge, Stephen J. Jankowski and his wife Christine, and David J. Jankowski and his wife Alyssa, all of Dudley; 14 grand-children, Angela, Alexander, Camryn, Matthew, Nicholas, Brianna and Olivia Jankowski, Alyssa DiFronzo, Natalia and Lucas Arjona, Coulton and Ellory Manning, and Jake and Sam Giroux; nephews and nieces.

He was born on May 30, 1944 in Webster, the son of William V. and Julia E. (Betley) Jankowski. He lived in Webster before moving to Dudley

in 1972. He graduated from Bartlett

High School in 1962. He attended the Ward School of Business in Worcester in 1964 and then earned an Associate Degree in Science and Data Processing Technology from Springfield Technical Community College in 1971.

He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War.

Mr. Jankowski worked as a comput-er systems programmer for 18 years at Multibank in Auburn, and then at both Harvard University in Cambridge and at Boston University. He was a secu-rity guard for over 20 years before retiring from Allied Barton Security Systems in Worcester in 2013.

He was a member of Saint Andrew Bobola Church.

His family was his greatest joy.His funeral was held Tuesday, May

13, from the Sitkowski & Malboeuf Funeral Home, 340 School Street, Webster, followed by a Mass in Saint Andrew Bobola Church, 54 West Main Street. Burial was in Saint Joseph Garden of Peace, Webster.

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William J. Jankowski, 69

PUTNAM — Nikolai “Nick Lepik” Lepikov, 78, of Putnam, died April 13, 2014 in Rhode Island.

He was born on December 6, 1935 in Estonia, son of Maria and Paul Lepikov.

He immigrated to the United States on July 11, 1950 and became a U.S. citizen.

He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1955-1958.

He owned and operated a poultry and egg farm in the Pineville section

of Dayville. He is survived by two sis-

ters: Aleksandra Kirsipuu of Voluntown and Veera Kurisoo; nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and great-great-nieces.

He was predeceased by a brother, Aleksei Lepikov

and brother-in-law, Alfred Lembit Kirsipuu.

A private memorial service will be held.

Nikolai Lipikov, 78

WEBSTER — Konstantina (Zdralis) Ziakas, 102, of Webster, died Tuesday, May 13, 2014. She would have turned 103 on May 20.

She was the wife of the late Thomas Ziakas who died in 1973.

She leaves three daughters, Eudoxia (Grace) and her husband Billy Milios of Webster, Anna Thomas and her hus-band John of Fabyan, CT and Despina Valaouras of Waterford, CT; a sister, Natalia Eznepithis of Greece; 7 grand-children; 12 great-grandchildren.

She was born in Paloseliou, Greece, daughter of the late Athanios and Eugenia (Katsikopolous) Zdralis and lived here for the past 50 years coming from Greece.

She was retired textile worker.

She was active at the St. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, member of the Philoptichos Society, and received an award from the Bishop for being an outstanding member of the church.

Her funeral was held Thursday, May 15 in the St. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, Lake Parkway, Webster. Burial was in Mount Zion Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church.

Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Street, Webster directed the arrangements.

A guest book is available at www.shaw-majercik.com.

Konstantina Ziakas, 102

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NOTICE TO CREDITORSESTATE OF Joseph S Gomes,(14-00075)The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of North-east Probate District, by decree dated March 24, 2014, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to prompt-

ly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Brenda Duquette, ClerkThe fiduciary is:Norma Dionne 57 Sawmill Hill Road Danielson, CT 06239May 16, 2014

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGTOWN OF THOMPSON

BOARD OF SELECTMENWEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 2014

The Town of Thompson, Con-necticut, Board of Selectmen will hold a pubic hearing in the Merrill Seney Community Room, Thompson Town Hall, 815 Riverside Dr., North Grosve-nordale, Connecticut, on Wednesday, June 4, 2015 at 7:00PM to consider the advisability of construction and in-stallation of approximately 6,000 feet of gravity sewer from the existing town collection system on Route 12 to the Marianapolis property located on 26 Chase Rd., Thompson, Connecticut, and other work related to the project in-cluding the acquisition of construction and permanent easements. Affected property owners and electors and citizens qualified to vote in town meetings of the Town of Thomp-son, Connecticut will be heard at the public hearing concerning the pro-

posed sewer project, and written testi-mony will be received. Dated at Thompson, Connecticut this 7th day of May, 2014.

Mary Ann ChinattiDirector of Planning & Development

May 16, 2014

NOTICE TO CREDITORSESTATE OF Barbara W Klare, AKA Barbara C Klare (14-00150)The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Northeast Probate District, by decree dated May 12, 2014, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the ad-dress below. Failure to promptly pres-ent any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Brenda Duquette, ClerkThe fiduciary is:Ronald W Klare c/o Nicholas A. Longo, Esq., Bachand, Longo & Higgins 168 Main Street, PO Box 528 Putnam, CT 06260May 16, 2014

NOTICE TO CREDITORSESTATE OF ANNE R. RANHOFF,(14-00143)The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Northeast Probate District, by decree dated May 12, 2014, ordered that all claims must

be presented to the fiduciary at the ad-dress below. Failure to promptly pres-ent any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Janis E. Beltis, ClerkThe fiduciaries are:David A. Ranhoff and Michael P. Ra-nhoff c/o Stephen J. Sutton, Esq., Kahan, Kerensky & Capossela, LLP PO Box 3811 Vernon, CT 06066-2181May 16, 2014

NOTICE TO CREDITORSESTATE OF GIZELLA R. ST. KING,(14-00146)The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Northeast Probate District, by decree dated May 8, 2014, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the ad-dress below. Failure to promptly pres-ent any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Janis E. Beltis, ClerkThe fiduciary is:Susan S. Klare c/o Thomas A. Borner, Esq., Borner, Aleman & Davis, LLC 155 Providence Street, PO Box 166 Putnam, CT 06260-0166May 16, 2014

LEGALS

POMFRET – Anne R. (Rollins) Ranhoff, 88, of Jericho Rd., died Saturday, December 14, 2013, at Westview Health Care Center in Dayville.

She is the loving wife of the late Per-

Jan Ranhoff. Born in Milton, Massachusetts, she

was the daughter of the late Wingate and Ruth (Whittier) Rollins.

On June 21, 1952, in Milton, MA, she married Per-Jan Ranhoff who prede-ceased her on May 2, 2003.

Mrs. Ranhoff was employed as a registered nurse working at Children’s Hospital in Boston, Milton Academy, and UMASS prior to starting her fam-ily and has been a resident of Pomfret since 1952.

Anne enjoyed animals and was a former member of the Pomfret Fire and Rescue Department, the Putnam Ambulance.

She was a communicant of Most

Holy Trinity Church in Pomfret. Anne is survived by three sons,

Michael Ranhoff and his wife Linda of Canton, ME, David A. Ranhoff and his wife Gretchen of Alamo, CA, and Thomas Ranhoff of Costa Rica; three daughters, Suzanne Ranhoff of Pomfret, Karen Lamb and her hus-band Donald of Fishers Island, NY, Elaine Ranhoff of Pomfret; ten grand-children; two great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by a daugh-ter, Ruth Fraine; two brothers, James Rollins and Charles Rollins and a sis-ter, Sarah Rollins

Relatives and friends are respectful-ly invited to attend a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 17 in Most Holy Trinity Church, 568 Pomfret Rd., Pomfret. Burial will follow in Abington Cemetery.

Memorial donations in Anne’s mem-ory may be made to P.A.W.S., P.O. Box 191, Eastford, CT 06242.

For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.

Anne R. Ranhoff, 88

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BROOKSVILLE, Fla. — Clifford D. Stark of Brooksville, FL, formerly of Woodstock, CT, died January 29, 2014. He was the husband of Beverly (Holmes) Stark. Calling hours will be

held from 10:30 a.m. to noon May 17 at the Smith and Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove Street, Putnam, CT. Burial will be private.

Clifford D. Stark

B R O O K L Y N – Bernadette C. (Moreau) Mortimer, 73, of Brooklyn died Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at Vibra Hospital in Leicester, MA.

She was the wife of Edward Mortimer, they were mar-ried October 24, 1964 at St. Mary’s Church in Putnam; he survives her.

She was born in Lisbon, CT on January 11, 1941, daughter of the late Armand C. and Antoinette (DeSaulniers) Moreau.

Mrs. Mortimer had worked at Idle Wild Farms in Pomfret, Knox Glass in Dayville, where she met her husband Ed, and also for a number of years at Our Lady of LaSalette Church in Brooklyn.

Bernie was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

She loved working outside in her yard and garden, enjoyed many camp-

ing trips with her family, going to Pennsylvania on vacation and hunting with her husband. She spent the last 20 years caring for her son, Eddie. Besides her husband Edward, she is survived by her children, Susan Bragonier and husband David of Rhode Island, Brenda Grenier and husband Jeffery of Brooklyn and Edward Mortimer Jr. of Brooklyn; brothers, Edward Moreau of Florida, Donald Moreau of Pomfret, Dennis Moreau of Pomfret and Norman Chattel of Woodstock; sis-ters, Jean Pennington of Willimantic and Denise Boutin of Brooklyn; grand-children, Tabitha Cote, Gordon Wing, David Cote, Justin Grenier, Nathan Grenier, Matthew Grenier and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her broth-ers, Norman and Harvey Moreau and sister Gloria Herand.

Funeral services will be private. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

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SOUTHBRIDGE — Simon P. Siekierski of Southbridge, Mass., was born July 2, l984. He passed away March 28, 2014.

Simon leaves a wife, Robyn Siekierski of Vista, Calif.

He is survived by his mother, Donna,

his father Edward Jr. and his broth-er Andrew. Also, he leaves his best friends Ryan Etre and cousin Nicole Amaro.

Simon was loved by his family and friends.

Simon P. Siekierski

DANIELSON — John “Buddy” P. Lee, 88, formerly of Brooklyn, NY, passed away May 10, 2014. John lived all his life in Brooklyn, NY, only recently having moved to Danielson, CT to live with his son, Johnny.

John led a full and active life. John traveled the world with the

U.S. Navy, owned a business, and was employed by Coca Cola for 20 years.

John’s favorite past time was sitting in the park while reading the daily news, listening to the radio, and peo-ple-watching. John loved reminiscing about the good old days when he met the likes of Frank Sinatra and Jackie Robinson. He enjoyed listening to Jazz and attending the theater. John was a devoted baseball fan, particularly of the Mets and Yankees.

John is survived by countless family members and friends who cherished him and for whom he showed immea-surable love and care. John will be greatly missed by all, especially his son, Clayton Lee, of Culver City, CA, and the children he cared for as his own: Johnny Ayala, his wife, Crystal, of

Danielson, CT, and their three children, Alyssa, Jordan, and Juliana; Lisa Del Rio, her hus-band, Moe, of Brooklyn, NY, and their two children; and Michael Alvarado, his wife, Cynthia, of Laurenberg, NC, and their 5 children. He also leaves his very special caretaker, Jillian Harris, who has spent almost every day with him, this last year.

John is predeceased by his son, Robert Lewis.

The funeral will be 8:45 am, Saturday, May 17 from the Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds Street, Danielson, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. James Church, 12 Franklin Street, Danielson, followed by burial at Holy Cross Cemetery. Danielson.

Calling hours will be 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 16, at Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home.

To share a memory with his family, “Light a Candle” at www.gagnonand-costellofh.com.

John P. Lee, 88

DOUGLAS — Susan J. (Stevens) Deorsey, 57, of Douglas passed away in her home surrounded by her family Monday, May 5, 2014 after fighting breast cancer courageously right up to her last breath.

She was the wife of Raymond V. “Ray” Deorsey.

Mrs. Deorsey had been employed with Vendetti Motors of Uxbridge for 15 years as a dispatcher and driver before her retirement in 2007. She also was employed with Ethyl Corp. of South Grafton and as an artist with N.E. Rocking Horse of Uxbridge.

Born on July 14, 1956 in Milford, the daughter of the late George and Rita (Boisvert) Stevens.

She was a graduate of Uxbridge High

School, class of 1975.Susan loved to paint; she was an art-

ist at heart. She also took joy in doing gardening in her flower garden and spending time with her children and beloved grandchildren. She also was a builder of New England Stone Walls. One of her best memories was her trip to Ireland and Scotland with her sister Nancy.

In addition to her husband of 37 years, Ray, she is survived by two sons, Michael K. Deorsey and his fiancée Jacqueline McKeon of N. Governersdale, CT, and Taylor J. Deorsey of Douglas; one daugh-ter, Katie A. and her husband Chris Capistran of Douglas; a sister Nancy Smith of Uxbridge; and 5 granddaugh-ters, Brooke Deorsey, Kirsten Deorsey, Haley Capistran, Riley Capistran, and Cassie McKeon.

Funeral services were held Friday, May 9 in the Buma Funeral Home, 101 N. Main Street, Uxbridge. Burial was at Center Cemetery, Main Street, Douglas. www.bumafuneralhome.com

Susan J. Deorsey, 57

P O M F R E T CENTER – Margaret G. Holland, 81, of Wrights Crossing, died Friday, May 9, 2014 at Matulaitis Nursing Home.

She is the lov-ing wife of John E. Holland.

Born in Brooklyn, CT, she was the daughter of the late William and Antoinette (Fournier) Grenon.

In addition to her husband, Margaret is survived by her daughter, Nancy Mazzarella (Don) of Wilmington, NC; grandchildren, Sean Mazzarella (Suzanne), and Gina Mazzarella-McNulty (Troy); great-grandchildren, Taylor, Lexi, Nicholas, and Kylee; and brother, William Grenon of Leesburg, FL.

She is predeceased by her sis-ters, Jacqueline Oatley and Theresa Johnson.

Mrs. Holland worked as a Postal Clerk at the East Killingly post office.

She was a member of East Killingly

Fire Dept. Women’s Auxiliary and the Wyndham Land Trust.

Margaret served as Justice of the Peace for many years and as Assistant Registrar of voters in Killingly. Margaret also worked for the UCONN athletic department event staff. She loved animals and cared for many dogs and cats over the years. She loved blue-grass music and traveled long distanc-es to attend festivals. She was an avid basketball and soccer fan, and followed her grandchildren’s games.

She’ll be remembered as a caring, loving, gentle soul always ready to help others in their time of need.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Margaret was held Thursday, May 15 in St. James Church, 12 Franklin St., Danielson. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contri-butions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, CT Chapter, 2075 Silas Deane Hwy #100, Rocky Hill, CT 06067.

For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.

Margaret G. Holland, 81

DAYVILLE – John J. Zadora, 91, of Dayville passed away on May 8, 2014 at Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam.

He was the hus-band of Rita C. (Provost) Zadora. They were married

at St. James Church in Danielson on September 2, 1946. She survives him.

John was born in Woonsocket, RI on July 7, 1922, son of the late John J. and Mary (Gula) Zadora.

He was a World War II veteran who served in the European Theater.

He was employed at Rogers Corporation for 41 years as warehouse manager and maintenance.

He was a communicant of St. Joseph Church in Dayville, member of the Danielson Lodge of Elks and the VFW Post #21 in Danielson.

John enjoyed gardening, cutting wood and card playing.

Besides his wife Rita, he is survived by three sons, Walter J. Zadora, owner of D&Z Vending Company, John J. Zadora of Virginia and Robert W. Zadora of Danielson and two grand-children.

He was predeceased by his brothers and sisters, Helena Zadora, Veronica (Zadora) Spaulding, Stanley Zadora, Chester Zadora, Walter Zadora, Stephen Zadora and Peter Zadora.

There are no calling hours. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 17 at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, Dayville. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to St. Joseph Church, 350 Hartford Pike, Dayville, CT 06241.

For online condolences please visit tillinghastfh.com.

John J. Zadora, 91

BROOKLYN — Marcella M. Patton, 86, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2014 at Day Kimball Hospital, Putnam.

Born in Putnam on September 19, 1927, she was the daughter of the

late Reginald and Blanche (Despathy) Desmarais.

On January 29, 1949 she married James M. Patton, who predeceased her in 2010.

She leaves her children: son, Mark and wife Jean of Pomfret, son Dennis of Brooklyn, daughter Cathleen Wyman of Manchester, NH; granddaughter, Mariah (Wyman) Morin and husband Christopher, and their daughter Isla, all of Cumberland, MD.

She was predeceased by her brother, George Desmarais.

She was a graduate of Killingly High School, Class of 1945 and attended the University Of Connecticut.

She cared deeply for the animal

kingdom, for children in need but especially for her family, to whom she dedicated herself with patience and abiding devotion.

She loved to cook and put to excel-lent use her knowledge of flavor, tex-ture and technique.

She was noted for her lovely soprano signing voice.

Some may remember her as a friendly face behind the counter at the Brooklyn Post Office.

The family would like to thank the staff in the ICU at DKH, and Hospice of Northeastern CT.

A Graveside Funeral Service will be held May 22 at 11 a.m. at Brooklyn South Cemetery, Route 169, Brooklyn.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Northeastern CT, PO Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260.

Arrangements by Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds Street, Danielson.

To share a memory with her family, “Light a Candle” at www.gagnonand-costellofh.com.

Marcella M. Patton, 86

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DROP LEAF COFFETABLE

$100

DROP LEAF CART $85

SWORD SET $65

END TABLEW/DRAWER

$75

END TABLE W/2 DRAWERS

$50

OLD END TABLE$45

TRUCK TOOL BOX1/2 TON

$80

(774)452-3514

ELECTRIC CHORDORGAN

$75.00

EXTERIOR DOORW/JAM

3 ft. wide;6 ft. 8” high$125.00

TWO SUNROOFKITS$100.00

GIRL’S 22” BIKE$40.00

774-452-3514

Electrical Material

Industrial, Commercial,Residential

Wire, Pipe, Fittings, Relays,Coils, Overloads, Fuses,

Breakers, Meters,Punches, Pipe-Benders.

New Recessed TrofferFlourescent 3-TubeT-8 277V Fixtures

Enclosed$56 Each

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

ELVIS PRESLEYCHRISTMAS

ALBUMThe first five recordings, various

other LP’s and box setsCall for details508-885-9992

Estate ItemsAntique Bricks

Terracotta Floor TilesGranite Slabs

508-248-7812

Excel stair lift 13.5’ rail$1400

Aladdin reading magnifier

$160

Haier 4 cu,ft refrigerator

$110

Hospital Bedcrank $50

Realistic DX100Receiver

$70

WoodworkingTools

815-222-9323

Farm Fresh Eggs$2.00 dz.

860-576-5462

Fisher MinuteSnow Plow

7 1/2 Ft. with cutter edge.Good condition

No under carriage frame or wiring

Asking $1800508-885-2053Leave message

010 FOR SALE

FLATSCREEN TV STAND

19” w x 24” h x 54” lExcellent condition

$10.00

508-867-3729

For Family Room2 Leather Couches

42”Lx33”Hx23”WA-1 Condition(armless)

Originally $350Asking $225/ea.

(508)234-2573

For saleAMANA

WASHINGMACHINE

50” JVC TVBuy all or separate

Call1-774-571-0189

FOR SALEBaby Carriage

CribPlaypen

Baby Sledwith Handle/Wheels

Band SawTable Saw

508-347-7013(Sturbridge)

For saleBEAUTIFUL OAK

10-DRAWER GERSTNERMACHINISTTOOL CHEST

Loaded with mics,indicators, various

machinist tools$550.00

Call Steve at508-765-9274

For SaleCOMPLETE 4-CYLINDER

ENGINEOne 4-speed an one 5-speed to go with it. Fits Jeep P.U.

1985-1990Sell all or part

$350.00Call (860)774-4469

FOR SALEExercise Bike—$35

Golf Clubs/Bag—$50Table Saw—$50

Vintage Table Jig Saw—$50Wooden Boat in Glass Case —

$10016,000 BTU Air Conditioner —

$40Upright Freezer — $100

508-764-2054

For SaleLg.7 cu.ft. GE Gas Dryer.

6 yrs old, runs great.Stackable plates incl.

Washer died.Model#DCVH660GHGG

$200.00508-981-9718

For saleTOMATO AND

CUCUMBER CAGES13” wide x 54” tall

Made out of concrete wireWill last forever!

$4.00 each860-774-4469

(Brooklyn)

FOR SALEUsed high speed lock stitch

sewing machineRuns perfectly

Brother DB2-B714 with table 48”x20”x30”

Manual included$325.00

860-928-4794

FOR SALEChild’s Rocker $10Boyds Bears $50

508-867-6775

Four 17” Low profileYokohama Tires

Mounted on Eikei Sportlinerims. Like new condition.

$600.00

Tread mill w/wide belt power

Incline and monitors Great condition

$275.00

860-928-3972

010 FOR SALE

FOUR NEW ENGLANDER

RAIN BARRELS $200.00 or $50.00 each

LARGE BLACKSMITHANVIL$375.00

860-774-4050

GAS LOG FORSALE

Jotul GF200 LP Gas$650 OBO

MINI KOTA ELECTRIC

FISHING MOTOR36 lb. thrust, 5 speed

$125 OBO

FITNESS POWERRIDER$100 OBO

Call 508-943-2174

GENERATOR/INVERTER

Honda EU3000is. Excellent Condition.

Very low usage.Electric start & pull start.

Very quiet. Great for electronics.

Asking $1500.00. 860-935-0072

Mike.

HEADBOARD FULL ADJ.

Micro suede, oatmeal w.espwood trim$125 OBO

COFFEE/ESPRESSOMAKER 82

12 cups$75 OBO

HONEYWELLAIR CLEANER

rm sz, 15x20$50 OBO

Call 508-765-0621

HPPHOTOSMARTPRINTER A636

Model #8637A$30.00

or best offer508-347-3145

HUGE SALEHousehold items

Furniture SetsSchool Items, Binders,Lawn Tools, Patio Set,

chairs, Save up to 90% OFF

Many New, Snow Boots,Jacket, $1 to $120

Other Clothes

480-282-2490

Johnson and Evinrudeoutboards,

2-30hp, several left fromlast season$200-$650.

Also, I need motors, parts - 1958-’85

508-885-6657

King Size Bedroom Set6 piece cherry wood

sleigh bed

$2500.00or best offer

508-272-7110

King Size Bedroom Set6 piece cherry wood

sleigh bed


508-272-7110

LAZYBOY RECLINING COUCH

Gold ChenilleBrand new$995.00

774-200-1194

010 FOR SALE

LADIES’ COATSFOR SALE

A beautiful 32” length natural mink jacket

Size large, color mahoganyPurchased at Macy’s and

worn only twicePaid $7,000

Will sacrifice for $4,000/OBO

Red leather 34” jacketwith tuxedo front fur

Full zip out lining, size largeAsking

$500.00/OBO

London Fogall-weather coat Color khaki, size 12

Never wornTickets still on

Asking $125.00

Call 860-963-0117

LED R-30 INDOORFLOODLIGHTS

by Philips12w = 65w

Instant on, very bright plus dimmable

Lasts 22.8 yearsBig box stores sell for

$26-$30YOU PAY $15.00 eachor 4 per case $50.00

Call Keith508-524-9328

Lg. Pet Carrier$30.00

Golf Clubs/Bag$45.00

Antique PrintersDrawers

$15.00 ea.

Display Cabinet $50.00

774-452-3514Lincoln Welder

AC 225S Light Duty Never used$300.00

860-974-9899

LUMBERRough Pine - Dry

5% moisture - Sizes up to2”x18”x10’ Furniture quality

$2.00 board foot or B.O.508-476-7867

Leave message

MARX LEATHERMATCHING

RECLINING CHAIRAND OTTOMAN

By LaneOriginal price $699.00

Asking $300.00

RATORO 22” PERSONAL PACE

MWRUsed once for 1 hour

$280.00

Call 413-245-9312between 1-6 p.m.

MINI ENVIRO PELLET STOVE

$1500.00

BRADBURYMINT HORSE COLLECTION

with cabinetExellent condition

$200.00

508-987-9211

NASCARDie-Cast Models

They’re Back!$5 And Up!

BRAND NEW SHIPMENT!

Blessings Farm5 H Foote Road

Charlton508-248-1411

NEWSLEEPER SOFA

Olive greenNever been slept on

Asking $800.00or best offer

508-347-5565


191 West Main Street � Dudley, MA 01571

Experienced Toyota Technician WantedTri-State Toyota Scion is looking for an experienced

Toyota Technician. Toyota training is a must.

*Candidates must possess a positive team- oriented attitude*Must have own tools*ASE’s Preferred*We o�er competitive salary, health and dental insurance, 401k, and paid vacations. For con�dential interview contact Sean Foley at 800-339-2321 or

Email Resume to [email protected]

010 FOR SALE

New Queen PillowTop

Mattress with Box Spring

in Original Plastic$150.00

Call: 508-410-7050

NordicTrack Elite14.7 Elliptical

2 years old, Like new, Internet access, Paper work

Bought $1399asking $850.00

Wii w/Balance Board

Controllers, GamesBought $500

Asking $250.00

On Site Tablet andCell Phone Repair

All Carriers. We also purchase the same.

11 years and thousandsfixed at

Access Wireless & Sprint

outside Killingly Commons860-412-9010

PARKER CROSSBOW CAMO

Hand pull-ups, Extra String,Scope, Bolts, Cockingdevice, Custom Stock

Broad Heads, Broad headtarget, Easy out Target,

and much more!$946.00 Value

Asking $550.00508-847-4848

Pet Training &Live-in Crate

24”Lx19”Wx19”H Heavy duty11-gauge black epoxy

Like new $40.00

508-347-3145

Precious Moments Collection

and stands28 pieces

508-867-2887

PRO-HEALTHTREADMILL

$200.00

NEW TORO LAWNMOWER

$300.00

LEATHER COUCH Cream Color

$50.00

DURAFLAMEELECTRIC HEATER

$40.00

GUITAR$40.00

C: 516-712-4374H: 508-949-1283

PUSHBLOWER/CHIP/VAC

$300.00

860-315-7546

RECLINER WITH LIFTLike new

paid $1000Asking $500

774-241-0449

ROLAND ORGANMUSIC ATELIER

80G LUXURY including bench and

owner’s manual.Upper and lower keyboard

$500.00

508-867-9386

SNAPPERROTO-TILLERIR5003, Used Twice

Best Offer

TRAC VACModel 385-IC/385LH

Used OnceBest Offer

BEAR CATVAC-N-CHIP PRO

& VAC PROModels 72085, 72285,

72295Used TwiceBest Offer

CALL 508-765-5763

010 FOR SALE

STURBRIDGE, MANEW

Air-ConditionerFRIEDRICH

Kuhl Plus SeriesSQ08n107500 BTU$449.00$400.00

FRIEDRICHFRA064VU16000 BTU$149.00

Both for $500

Mr. DesaiCell: 732-309-9366

Home: 508-347-2764

TOOL SHEDSMade of Texture 1-11

8x8 $7758x10 $9608x12 $10508x16 $1375

Delivered and Built On-SiteOther Sizes Available

CALL 413-324-1117

TREES FOR SALEEvergreen Trees, ColoradoBlue Spruce, Potted Trees,

Silver Blue, 18”-22” tallAll 10 trees for $85Norway Spruce, 3.5’

5/$99Eastern Pine 5-7’ tall

5/$99Excellent privacy

border/ornamentalCall 508-278-5762

evenings

Truck MountedCarpet Cleaning

Van Ford 99 E250

with Bane-Cleane System IVGood Condition

Asking $8,500.00

Von Schrader VS2 Dry Foam

Upholstry Extractors$850.00 ea.

Extra VS II Brush Unit$275.00

Von Schrader VS IIIWall Cleaning Machine

$325.00

17” Pacific Floor Machine$275.00

413-967-7567

TRUNDLE DAY BEDwith two regular

mattressesPerfect condition

$300.00

Please call860-933-7983

VERY LARGE VINTAGEOAK OFFICE DESK

$240 or B.O.

CHILD’S DESK$40

VINTAGE WATER ANDSNOW SKIS

Reasonable offers accepted

802-258-1599

WOODENSWING SET

by Creative Playthings4 Swing Stations

Monkey BarsSand Box, Fireman’s Pole,

Ladder to Club House(includes cover) & Slide

Will help disassembleWill need trailer

$1000508-892-4370

WORCESTERCOUNTY

MEMORIAL PARK2 plots in Good Shepherd

Plot #97$2,500.00

Will pay transfer fee508-867-3729

YARDMAN 8 HPSNOWTHROWER

Tecumseh engine, elec. start,26” cut, w/chains

5-speedRuns good

Buying bigger508-885-5639

100 GENERAL

105 BULLETIN BOARD

AUBURNRESIDENT

NEEDS RIDEFor errands

and groceries1-2 times per month508-335-3728

107 MISC. FREE

FREE WOODPALLETSYou pick up

Monday thru Friday 8am-noon

Stonebridge Press25 Optical Drive

Southbridge(located behind

Southbridge Hotel &Conference Center)

109 MUSIC/ARTS

GUITAR1970 GIBSON J50

Acoustic w/caseGreat condition

$1800.00 o.b.o.774-633-0832

130 YARD SALES

ESTATE AND YARD SALE

MAY 17 & MAY 188 AM-5PM

63 OAKLAND DR/SUDGEN RESEVOIR

SPENCER MA

ESTATE SALESat. and Sun.May 17 and 18

10:00 a.m.2 diningroom setswith 6 chairs each

Corner hutch2 livingroom sets

2 reclinersFine china sets

Radio, TV and more!All high end items!

Some antiques

YARD SALEElvis collectiblesHousehold items

Some tools

347 East Main StreetSouthbridge, MA

(Next to Ideal Pools)

Inspection available May 16

at 9:00 a.m.

ESTATE TAG SALE4 Village Green -Sturbridge HillsSturbridge, MA

Saturday & SundayMay 17 &18

8AM-4PM(Estate of Mrs. Audrey Murphy)

Paine Sofa; Lg. chair & ottoman; Drop leaf Duncan

Phyffe table; Marble-top sidetable; Lg. Pine coffee table &End tables; Pr. Windsor arm

chairs; Dining room table andchairs; China closet; Desk; 4-poster bed; Tilt-top game

table; English Carriage; Wickerdresser, night stand, chest,couch & chairs; Other beds,

dressers and stands; Iron patiotable/chairs; Large quantity

kitchen items, Bedding, & linens; Lamps; Paintings &prints; Decorator items; Rugs;Designer clothing and Misc.

other items

PLEASE PARK CAREFULLY!

YARD SALEMay 17 & 18

9-6pm2 Blash Rd

Just off Fabian RdNorth Grosvenordale

Everything from tools to houseware!

135 LOST AND FOUND

—LOST—Large Male

Neutered CatStoneville Pond &Leicester St Area

Black with patches of white onhis belly

A little shy but basicallyfriendly

About 8 years old

Please call508-832-5512

Leave a message

200 GEN. BUSINESS

203 SNOWMOBILES

SNOWMOBILEWITH TRAILER

A good condition 1984 Artic Cat Cougar, in line two cylinder 400suzuki motor run great.Headlight and electric

hand-warmers work goodand has extra fuel tanks

for long trips. Flat bed trailer included

$1,000 OBO for bothWoodstock

860-481-2659 (cell)

204 WATER EQUIPMENT

2000 SEADOO 720with caravan trailer

Red & whiteVery fast and fun!

$1500Call 774-244-6781

508-234-8297

205 BOATS

16’ BASSTRACKER BOAT

25hp Mercury MotorDepth Finder

Electric Trolling MotorSet up for fishing,

on a trailer$2000

508-885-5165

16 FT. FIBERGLASSSAILBOAT

with mainsail, jib and trailerwith new tires

$450.00774-230-0753

18’ C.CONSOLEKEYLARGOFIBERGLASS

BOAT75 4 Stroke Honda Fish Finder

Life Jackets, Auto Bilge,Bimini Boat Motor, Trailer Excellent,

Never been in salt water!Can be driven$8,700

860-974-1276

BOAT, MOTORAND TRAILER

Chrysler, Tri-HullBow Riderwith 60HP

Evenrude motorGalvanized trailer

Set up for fishing or pleasure’$1200.00

Extras - call for details508-949-1320

OUTBOARDMOTOR

1976, 7HP EskaRuns mint

$300 OBO860-576-5462

215 CAMPING

QUADDICK CAMPING AREA

56 Logee RoadThompson CT 06277

SEASONAL CAMPSITESAVAILABLE

$1305.00 PER SEASON

SEASON: May 1st - October 1st

FULL HOOK-UPSINCLUDED

CALL: 860-428-2995 OREMAIL: drawson@

rawsonscreens.com

257 COLLECTIBLES

HORSE LOVERSBreyer Horse & Animal Models

Over 200!Great Prices!

Charlton Flea Marketin first building

on Sundays

Michelle508-434-0114

265 FUEL/WOOD

Central Boiler E-Classic1400/2400

OUTDOOR WOODFURNACE

Cleaner & GreenerEPA Qualified

25-Year WarrantyCall Today

508-882-0178CrystalRockFarm.com

FIREWOODCut, Split & Delivered

Green & Seasoned

Wood Lots Wanted

Call Paul508-769-2351508-987-5349

FREE Construction

Wood2x4’s, 2x6’s,

Plywood beams, 3/4’ thick, Assorted sizes & thickness

Good for wood stoves and outdoor burners

Clean Wood!

508-867-2564Delivery Available

281 FREE PETS

LOOKING FOR AWONDERFUL

LOVING HOME...2-year-old Pitbull

with papersFemale named “Calle”Blue nose, not spayed

Great for single petenvironment

Call774-318-8439

283 PETS

12 YEAR OLDSULPHUR CRESTED

COCKATOOLoveable and talks

( but also very loud) Free to good home

cage included.Must consent to interview

& home visit.Contact Debbie508-579-0090

284 LOST & FOUND

PETS

Did you find your pet?

Or find a home for one?

LET US KNOW!!!Please call us so that we

can take your ad out of the paper...

Town-To-TownClassifieds

508-909-4111

295 BUILDING SUPPLIES

HINGESHeavy duty 54” long

stainless steelpiano hinges

$50.00 eachBrand new

774-633-0832

298 WANTED TO BUY

Route169

Antiques884 Worcester St.Southbridge MA

Looking To PurchaseAntiques

And CollectiblesSingle Items

Or Entire Estates

We Buy It AllAnd Also Do

On-Site Estate SalesAnd

Estate Auctions

CALL MIKE ANYTIME

508-765-9512

GREATFLEA MARKET

Every Saturday and Sunday year round

Dealers, leave your stuff set-up in our secure facility

Dealer days every Wednesday and Friday, 12-6

Ever-changing array of cool, cool stuff

800-551-7767 dudleyflea.com

WANTED TO BUYBY COLLECTOROld comic books

1940s and upBeatles memorabilia

1960s and upFamous monster

magazines, Godzilla, Frankenstein andmonster items,Old toys and

advertising items

Call: 860-779-2469

WARRELICS& WAR

SOUVENIRSWANTED

WWII & EARLIERCA$H WAITING!

Helmets, Swords,Daggers, Bayonets,

Medals, Badges, Flags, Uniforms, etc.

Over 30 Years Experience.Call David

1-508-688-0847I’ll Come To YOU!

300 HELP WANTED

310 GENERAL HELP

WANTED

VALET/GUESTSERVICES

To Work At SeveralLocations In

Worcester, MA

F/T-P/T available. Potential to earn $12 and

more to start. Greatbenefits health, dental,

401k plan, plenty of roomfor growth! Applicant must

be over 18, have valid license,

and prior customer service experience a plus!!!

Apply at:www.valetparkof

america.com/employmentor call 877-455-5552

311 PART-TIME

HELP WANTED

We are currently looking for amotivated and reliable

PT CASHIER/SALESASSOCIATE

for immediate hirein our Charlton location

Schedule will be Mon, Wed andalternating Fri/SatDuties to include

(but not limited to) customerservice, POS register system,stocking shelves and keeping

the store cleanKnowledge of building materials

and paint mixing experiencea plus

Physically able to move large,bulky and/or

heavy merchandisePhysical ability to perform tasks

that may require prolongedstanding, sitting and other

activities necessay to performjob duties

Applications are availableonline at

www.howlettlumber.comor visit any of our locations

313 CLERICAL

Howlett Lumber is looking for a

PURCHASERfor immediate hire

Previous purchasing experiencepreferred

Knowledge of Epicor ComputerSystems a plus

FT, benefit eligible positionwith flexible hours for the

right personPlease mail resume

along with references toHOWLETTT LUMBER

28 TROLLEY CROSSINGROAD

CHARLTON, MA 01507Attn: H/Ror email tooffice@

howlettlumber.com

400 SERVICES

402 GENERAL SERVICES

Call The Junk Man

Trees Cut Brush/Limbs

Removed

WE NOW TAKE YOURAUTOS FOR CASH!

FREE METAL PICK-UP Appliances,

Furniture, TV’s. Construction

Materials. Cellars/Attics Cleaned.

Small BuildingDemolition, Tires.Leaves Removed.

Residential Moves.Furnaces Removed

Weekends also! Central Mass and

Connecticut Dave

508-867-2564 413-262-5082

454 HOME

IMPROVEMENT

Glenn LeBlancPlastering

Specializing in smallplastering jobs; ceilings,additions, patchwork and

board hanging. Over 30 yearsexperience.

3rd generation. CALL

508-612-9573HIGH QUALITY

PAINTINGDone at reasonable pricesOver 42 years experience

Interior/Exterior/PowerwashingFree Estimates/References

Call Bob at508-943-8843

or 508-954-9610

481 POOLS/SPAS

18 FT.ABOVE GROUND

POOLUsed only one season!

Moving, must sellEverything included


Call 508-796-5192Leave message

LocalNews

FOUND HERE!

500 REAL ESTATE

501 REAL ESTATE

WANTED

************EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

*************All real estate advertising in this

newspaper is subject to TheFederal Fair Housing Act of1968, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination

based on race, color, religion,sex, handicap, familial status(number of children and orpregnancy), national origin,

ancestry, age, marital status, orany intention to make an such

preference, limitation ordiscrimination. This newspaperwill not knowingly accept any

advertising for real estate that isin violation of the law.Our readers are hereby

informed that all dwellings advertising in this newspaper

are available on and equal opportunity basis. To complain about

discrimination call TheDepartment of Housing andUrban Development “HUD” toll-free at 1-800-669-9777.

For the N.E. area, call HUD ad617-565-5308,. The toll free

number for the hearing impairedis 1-800-927-9275

505 APARTMENTS FOR

RENT

FOR RENT: 3 rooms, 1 Bedroom, Stove,

Frig, Gas Heat, 2nd floor,Quiet Victorian building,

No pets. Available 5/1

First and last monthsrequired.

$500.00 month.Call: 508-943-3112

505 APARTMENTS FOR

RENT

NOTICEEffective May 5, 2014 the Wait

List for Westfield Village ElderlyHousing in Danielson is closedNo applications will be accepted

until further noticeThe list is being closed as thecurrent wait for consideration

for a vacant unitis at least 3 years

For information call860-774-1644

on Monday, Wednesdayor Friday

from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

530 HOUSES FOR SALE

POMFRET$348,000

BY OWNER ONLY860-928-0225

546 CEMETERY LOTS

2 CEMETERYPLOTS

in Garden of Valor I Worcester County Memorial Park,

Paxton, MACall 610-787-0068

CEMETERY LOTSAVAILABLE

Pine Grove CemeterySpencer, MA

Single lot $1000Double $2000

Call Mike774-200-6164

orpinegrovecemetery

[email protected]

Cemetery PlotsWorcester County Memorial

ParkValor II SectionGraves 1 & 2

Valued at $7600Asking $4000

508-885-6489508-885-4278

CEMETERY PLOTSWorcester County

Memorial ParkPaxton, MA

Garden of Gospels1 plot #1502 grave sites

Asking $2800

386-576-6663Leave message

DOUBLECEMETERY LOT

in All Faith Swedish CemeteryWorcester, MA

Lot #119 Section I

$1,400Call 508-867-8350

PINE GROVECEMETERYWhitinsville, MA2 plots for sale

Yew Ave. section

Asking $2400.00Valued at $3000.00

508-849-7939

Worcester CountyMemorial Park

Double plot$2300.00

($4600.00 value)Will pay transfer fee

508-248-3303

WORCESTER COUNTYMEMORIAL PARK

Paxton, MAFaith/Crypts

Lot 84C #1 Space$4200

508-943-0671


191 West Main Street � Dudley, MA 01571 � Only Minutes from Everywhere!

No appointment needed in our service department

Sales, Service & Parts (508) 943-7474Dealership Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-8:00pmSaturday:8:00am-5:00pm�Sunday: 12:00pm-4:00pm

www.TristateToyota.com

Toyotas are less in Dudley, MA

� We have no mortgages� Low overhead in Dudley MA� Over 300 new & used vehicles to choose from for immediate delivery (If we don�t have it, we can get it within 48 hours)

� Leftovers and demos with savings up to $9000.00

� We have sales, service and parts staff members that have been employed at Tri-State for over 25 years� Honest small town dealing� No games - no gimmicks� Serving the tri-community and tri-state area for over 25 years� Special military and college rebates available

Easy Exit 2 off I-395

Call Stacey @ 508-943-4400Or Email [email protected]

546 CEMETERY LOTS

WORCESTERCOUNTY

MEMORIAL PARKPaxton, MA

Garden of Gospels1 plot (#85)

with 2 grave sites$4,000.00

774-200-1194


Paxton, MA2-grave-plot

Section Heritage 1Asking $3,250

Call 413-245-4340Email:[email protected]


Paxton, MAPLOT FOR SALE

667BGraves 1 and 2 in

Garden of Heritage 2Value $6500

Asking $4200Call Lorraine

508-789-8188

WORCESTER COUNTYMEMORIAL PARK

Two grave plots:Valor I (#291, Unit A,

graves 1 and 2)Current value $8200.00

Offered: $5,850.00508-499-7957

[email protected]

575 VACATION RENTALS

CAPE COD DENNISPORTClean 2 bedroom

CottageCable TV,

Close to Beaches, Golf, Bike Trail, Shopping,

Restaurants andAmusements. Sorry, No Pets

Large private lot.Great for children!************

$595.00 A Week508-280-8331

[email protected]

CAPE COD TIMESHARE FOR SALE

Edgewater Beach Resort95 Chase Avenue

Dennisport, MA 02639Across the streetfrom the water

Studio (Unit 706)Fixed week 33 (August)

Deeded rights

You’ll own it for a lifetime& can be passed down toyour children and grand

children. Will entertain anyreasonable offer.

508-347-3145

Fort MeyersBeachFlorida

1 bedroom fully equipped cottage, near beach and

all attractionsClean and quiet

Febuary & March$4,000 plus tax

239-463-3369727-204-4457

GREAT SUMMERRETREAT$30,000.00

Meadowside of Woodstock, CT

is a cooperative seasonal campground offering 100 owner

owned sites, a lagre pool, fishing pond, mini golf course,

laundry, sm. rec room, and pavilion.

Season runs from April 15-October 15.

Weekly pump out is included inannual fee which runs from$990.00 to $1320.00 per

season depending on when youpay your assessment.

This Unit #58 has a wonderfulsite placement with a back yardto house car and shed with rockgarden and front yard for nice

lawn, small fish pond andmore flowers.

Roof over (20x36) an 8 x38trailer with two slide outs,

screened porch (8x29) and frontdeck (8x16) all built in 1997.

Unit has been completely redecorated to include ceilingfans, carpeting, flooring andpaint, has lots of storage andcomes completely furnished.

25 Rte 197See Craigs List

for more pictures

Call 508-864-3008

575 VACATION RENTALS

RV in Co-op Park$30,000

Woodstock, CT

Seasonal campsite Meadowside of Woodstock,

Own your own lot. Trailer with add-ons which

contain large family room, twobedrooms, dining room,

screened porch, vinyl siding,large shed, outdoor fire pit,

mostly furnished. Park ammenities:

large swimming pool, rec hall. pavilion, mini golf, bocci,

horseshoes, fish pond, playground-low yearly

maintenance fees.

Rte.25 197, Woodstock, CT

Unit #5

772-233-1555

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577 SUMMER RENTALS

THINK SUMMER at the CAPE!

South Dennis, off Rte. 134:

Cozy 3 BR, (dbl, queen, 2 twins) 1 bath home withfull kitchen & microwave,washer/dryer, screened inporch w/ picnic table, grill,cable TV. Outdoor shower.

On dead-end street. Near shopping, theater,restaurants, bike trail,fishing, playground,

10 minutes from bay andocean side beaches.

Some weeks available in June, July & August.

Call Janet at 508-865-1583

after 6 pm, or email June at [email protected]

for more information.

LocalHeroes

FOUND HERE!

700 AUTOMOTIVE

705 AUTO ACCESSORIES

1957 Chevy Hood$400.00

1971 Muncie 4-speed

Transmission$700.00

New Ford 308Cubic inch

assembled longblock

$1500.00

17” HummerWheels

w/35” tires$750.00

860-315-2635

www.ConnecticutsQuietCorner.

com4 HANOOK SNOW

TIRES235/55/R18 100T

Like newAll 4, $245

RETRACTABLE CARGO COVER

FOR CHEVY EQUINOXBrand new, $65

U-HAUL TRAILERHITCHClass II

2-inch receiver fits Chevy Equinox from 2004-

2013$75

Call Mark508-887-2847

4 Tires w/Rims2009 midsize Ford

125/55R16Will fit new Ford 5 lug pattern

$450.00

508-943-1740

JEEP CHEROKEERIMS (5)17x7.5 rims

1 with mounted tireStored in garage$300.00 or BO

508-867-5156

PASSENGER SIDE REAR VIEW

MIRROR FOR ‘05 SILVERADO

Mirror has signal, heat andpower in & out for haulingtrailer (plastic casing piece

broke off)Black

$200.00860-377-8374

705 AUTO ACCESSORIES

TIRES AND RIMSFOR JEEP LIB-

ERTY AND FORDRANGER

235/70/16Nordsman M+S

Pressure valve stem systemon Voxx racing rims

$600.00860-779-2246

WeathertechFloor Mats

Gray, Front and Rear FitsJeep Liberty 2008-2012

Like New $100.00

508-347-3145

720 CLASSICS

1934 MERCEDES 500k, Heritage Replica,

Red, Tan Int.,Rebuilt ‘79 Camaro

AC, 1000 miles since built,Always inside MUST SEE!$19,750

860-774-5802860-774-1932

[email protected]

1991 RED CONVERTIBLE

MUSTANG Automatic with posi traction

Needs some work$1,000 or Best OfferCall Nick for more info

860-382-3634

Classic1986 CORVETTE

For Sale350-Automatic

89K original milesRemovable top,

black with tan interiorNew Wheels

$6,800 or B.O.

Please Call508-764-7193

Early 1964 1/2 Mustang Coupe

with factory 260 V8White w/red interior,Excellent condition,

All receipts, Complete documentation.

No disappointments.

$16,900or best offer

860-871-5777

725 AUTOMOBILES

1993 FORD F450UTILITY BODY7.3 International diesel5 Speed transmission

2,100 miles2,500 Ehrbar Rotating Crane

$3,600508-779-0194

725 AUTOMOBILES

2001 DODGE 25004-wheel drive w/plow

138,000 miles.Needs transmission work

$3500

860-377-57422002

Chevy ImpalaRuns good, but needs someTLC. Silver, 120,000 miles

Asking $2500Call 508-278-6304

2003 FORD FOCUSGood Car

Always maintained & garaged

92,000 milesAsking $3750.00

508-885-6988

2004 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE

Blue and saddle26,281 miles on it

New tires and brakesAsking $32,000

Call or text Paul at774-641-4050

2004 PONTIAC GTO

Torrid red with black leather interior, 5.7L LS1 V8

automatic transmission73,000 miles

Asking $10,900Call 508-949-1816

2006 MERCURYMOUNTAINEER

82,000 miles, one owner,All-wheel Drive, V6, seats 7

Good Condition$8,000

Ph: 508-949-2270

2010 PONTIAC VIBE(Toyota Matrix)

4-door, 5-speed, FWD, Silver, 35 MPG, 99K,Excellent condition$8,495.00 or BO

508-208-6042

720 FOREIGN AUTO

‘01 VW BUG $1950 or BO

Runs Great860-753-2096

1980 MGB$7,000

Nice interior, runs greatMany new parts, top, engine,

suspension, brakes, etc.

508-987-12281984 VW RDXConvertible

4-speed standard transmission183,000 miles

$595.00needs minor work508-779-0194

2001 VWNEW BEETLE GLS

TURBOGreen, 5-speed, sunroof

Loaded, fun to drive112,000 mileage

Cream color interiorGreat shape

Need a bigger carAsking $3,000.00

Call Linda at508-248-1665

720 FOREIGN AUTO

2005 LOTUS ELISESport and Touring

PackagesArctic Silver metallic paintwith black leather interior

Star Shield paint protection11,000 miles

Dealer maintained$35,000

508-847-5274

2006 VW JettaExcellent Condition!

$4200 OBO4 Snow tires included

774-312-1483Leave message

732 SPORTS UTILITY

VEHICLES

2000 DURANGO4x4

Excellent motorBlock heater, skid plate

Recent brakes and tune-upPower everything

$2500 firmCall 508-347-2787

2010 SUBUARUFORESTER 2.5x

PremiumLoaded,4WD, Automatic,

Navigation$8800

Call or text for more details508-867-0596

740 MOTORCYCLES

2006 KAWASAKI VULCAN 900

4700 milesAll Silver

Windshield, Saddlebags,Sissybar

Pictures Upon Request$4500.00

[email protected]

2007 HARLEYDAVIDSON ROAD KING

96 cu. in., 6-speed transmission

Excellent condition$1200.00 or BO413-245-9029

2007 SUZUKIBURGMAN 400

SCOOTERLike new

Less than 3K miles$3,600

Call 508-335-2747

2008 KAWASKIVULCAN 500

MOTOTCYCLE3200 mi., Black

Like NewAsking $5200

508-867-8374

BRAND NEW 150cc Scooter

4 stroke, single cylinder,11HP, 6000rpm,

Electric/Key Ignition,Automatic, 71x96x46, Front disk, Rear drumbrake, Max 65mph,

1.6 gal. 350lb, School bus yellow

$1,200.00(508)341-9282

Like New-Under 2,300 miles

Spring around the cornerbe ready-to-ride with

this fantastic 2006 Suzuki

Boulevard VL800K Like new Saddle bags-VisorBuy Now for fantastic start

to spring$4900.00

774-329-9160

740 MOTORCYCLES

Motorcycle for sale

2001 Harley DavidsonNight Train 1450

Less than 20,000 miles Selling because bought

new bike$10,000 firm

860-753-2096

WANTED Kawasaki

Motorcycles1968-82

(3 cylinder prefered)Any Condition

CAll JOE(978)760-5042

or (508)481-3397

745 RECREATIONAL

VEHICLES

2001 ITASCA SUNDANCER

MOTOR HOME30 ft. with slideout

Sleeps 7Ford F450, low mileage

Good conditionCall 508-892-3612

for appointment to view

750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS

1990 SUNLINETRUCK CAMPER

Fits 8’ ft. bedSelf contained, 3-way

refrigerator, 3 burner stovew/oven, furnace, hotwater

heater, bathroom w/shower,excellent condition

1500.00508-867-6056

2000 WINNEBAGOJOURNEY 34B

Jadestone/White,Cummins 275HP Diesel

Pusher, Allison 5-spd Trans,Tow Package

Sleeps 5Retractable Slide, Auto

Leveling, Full Kitchen, Bath,Queen Bedroom, Corian Tops,Wash/Dry Hook-up, 10-gal.

Hot Water Tank, CentralAir/Heat, Oak Wood/Rug Floor,

Elec. Fireplace, Satellite System,

Beautiful Oak Cabinets, 2 TVs,VCR, Back-up Camera,

Solar PanelMany Extras...Must See

$38,000860-779-9868

LAKESIDE RVRESORT

Own RV lot for less than rentingDevelopers final phase

All lots 50% offCamp, Canoe, Fish, Pool

Activity Center

508-989-8165

PARKMODELWITH LOFT

and full-length additionFurnished

12x16 with washer/dryerCampground seasonApril 15-October 15941-567-8719

or941-592-5318

760 VANS/TRUCKS

1992 GMCDiesel Truck

UPS Truck-Style,Aluminum Grumman Body,

Shelves. RebuiltTransmission/Motor,

New Fuel Tank, Radiator, Steer-ing Box. Dual Wheels,11’ Area Behind SeatsExcellent Condition

14,100GVWR

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

760 VANS/TRUCKS

2000 TOWN & COUNTRY

MINIVANNo rust, awesome shape

in and out.All-wheel drive, leather,

every option, new headlights,brakes, water pump$3600 or best offer

508-847-3281

2006 SPRINTERCARGO VAN

2500 Series, 144 W.B., 5 cylinder Mercedes BenzDiesel (great gas mileage).

Engine very low miles-101K, White and very clean,no decals or lettering, A/C,

PW, & PD, AM/FM Cassette.Excellent Condition, never in

an accident. Metal dividerwith window between cab

and cargo area. Inside cargowalls finished with panel. 4-Brand New Michelin allseason tires. Less than 20

miles on tires. Price $18,000/BO

A Must SeeCall 860-928-6633

3/4 TON CHEVYSILVERADO4-wheel drive, 1986

Selling for parts

$600 FirmCall Mike

508-832-2566Please leave message

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767 VEHICLES WANTED

ANTIQUE AUTOPARTS NEEDED

1937-1960Car and truck sheet metal

trim and exterior parts onlyNo mechanical parts

whatsoeverAlso 1949-1951 Mercury

trim and sheet metal978-760-3453

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