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Volume 15, Number 51
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Thursday, December 22, 2011
Christmas past hard to duplicate in modern world By Lorraine Stub Special to The Citizen
A vintage card from Lorraine Stub’s collection.
As a volunteer at the Berlin Historical Society Museum, I get to spend hours poking through old papers and documents. This activity often leads me to reflect upon how life has changed in our little town, especially at the holidays. What I remember of family stories is often cloaked within the backdrop of World War I, The Great Depression and World War II. Gifts were few, goods were rationed and more time was spent in church than shopping. Choirs strolled along Berlin’s streets. People most fondly recollect the time
spent with family and friends talking around the kitchen table telling stories. Christmas cards and individual handwritten letters (not newsletters) were sent to far away relations. These were the years of the classic movies we still enjoy today - “It’s a Wonderful Life”, “Christmas in Connecticut”, “Miracle on 34th Street” and “White Christmas”. In my own memory of a 1950s Berlin childhood, images float to mind including shopping trips to the local 5 & 10 on Farmington Avenue for the gifts I could buy with my meager allowance. The floors See Past, page 13
‘Oplatek’ a beloved Polish tradition for Christmas By Holly Robillard Special to The Citizen
Berlin has been enriched by the heritage of its Polish residents for decades and, of course, this year is no exception. In fact, many Polish customs have become familiar and, more than ever, are incorporated into the holiday celebrations of other ethnicities. Two Berlin High School seniors, Aneta Chorzepa and Aleksandra (Ola) Kaminska, have experienced the melding of cultures. Aneta was born in the United States, but grew up speaking Polish and participating in many Polish See Polish, page 7
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The Robillard men eat the traditional Christmas Eve apple, where seeds are a symbol of fertility.
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Mickey Finn’s employees, from left: Shannon Jones, of Berlin, and Robin Silvester, Rocky Hill.
Countdown to Christmas, shopping strategies can help By Daniyal Khan Special to The Citizen Thanksgiving and Black Friday are long gone, but holiday shopping is not over yet. With Christmas and New Year fast approaching, last minute shoppers continue to work on checking off gifts on their lists. Sure, the economy continues to sputter — but despite that, a new record was set this year for the total amount of money spent by Americans shopping Black Friday sales. Last year’s record was $52 billion; this year it’s $52.4 billion. Another half a billion, isn’t bad. Like people around the country, Berlin residents have strategies for holiday shopping. Some are cutting down on expenses, others are taking advantage of sweet, seasonal
deals at the stores. Berlin High School student, Nicole Damboise either bought gifts on sale or used coupons. She’s also making her own Christmas presents and plans to continue her holiday shopping while trying to save money. Ruth Kidwell, a Berlin High School teacher, shops exclusively online. For her, Black Friday was, “online and productive.” She shops while listening to Christmas carols on her iPod and hopes not to forget anyone on her gift list. Robert Hall, also a student, does things a little differently. He went out Black Friday and got everything on his shopping list. It was “hectic but well organized,” he said, adding he doesn’t want to do any more shopping and See Shopping, page 4
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Should Berlin become part of a regional 911 dispatch program? That topic has been under discussion for a while and this week, at the Dec. 20 Town Council meeting, the agenda included an item that would move the study of such a possibility further along. Five towns in the mid-state collaboration are looking at what is known as a regionalized One Point PSAP dispatch - that is, a public safety answering point. In addition to Berlin, Rocky Hill, Newington, Wethersfield, and Cromwell would be part of the shared system. The state’s Office of Planning and Management is offering a grant to help towns study the possibilities. According to Mayor Adam Salina, the Town Council’s discussion is on whether or not to participate in that grant application, in the realm of $50,000, to help the five towns study regionalizing 911 dispatch services. Salina said it made sense to apply for the OPM grant. “The name of the game is regionalization,” he said, adding that in many cases, such as with crime and vehicular accidents, agencies already work together. Salina said it’s possible the state will mandate regionalizing the system at some point and that it was preferable for towns to move forward with the study the grant would fund in order
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Thursday, December 22, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen
WPRX brings Spanish culture to airwaves Spanish-language translation page 6 By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen
From an office suite in Berlin, the only Puerto Rican-owned radio station in North America broadcasts far and wide to Spanishspeaking communities clear down the coast to Caribbean countries and beyond. Of course, the programming offers plenty of music, but also educational, political, and cultural offerings. All things pertaining to the needs and
interests of Spanish-speaking people can be heard on WPRX 1120 AM. The station – also known as La Puertorriquenisima or “the Puerto Rican one” – moved to town at the end of September, setting up operations at 1253 Berlin Turnpike. Station management says it provides the best of old salsa, talk, and news – much of this delivered with the help of radio personalities such as Freddy Ayala and Papo El Clasicocolon. “Music is a bridge to many people,” said Oscar Nieves, owner and president of the
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From left: Radio personality Papo El Clasicocolon, Program Director Oriel Torres, Executive Secretary Orializ Garcia, and Oscar Nieves, station owner. commercial station. WPRX broadcasts throughout Connecticut and Western Massachusetts, but also streams programs throughout Spanish-speaking countries such as the Dominican Republic, See WPRX, page 16
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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, December 22, 2011 Check us out: www.berlincitizen.com
Crash causes woman’s death A motor vehicle accident on Deming Road that occurred late in the afternoon, Dec. 19, has left a 68 year-old woman dead, according to police. The woman was identified as Barbara Howard of Rocky Hill. She was a passenger in one of the two vehicles involved in the crash. The incident took place at about 4:13 p.m. at the Brickyard Plaza driveway. Initial investigation indicates that a van was exiting the driveway and was struck by a car travelling eastbound on Deming Road. The van was hit broadside causing Howard to sustain serious blunt force injuries. She later died at the hospital. The vehicle operators suffered minor injuries. The Berlin Police Department is investigating. The Mid-State Accident Reconstruction Squad was called in to assist in the investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed this incident is asked to contact Officer Robert Canto at (860) 828-7080.
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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, December 22, 2011
WPRX lleva la cultura hispana a las ondas de radio By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen
(Translation provided by Holly Robillard, a Berlin High School senior.) Desde una oficina en Berlin, la sóla emisora de radio en los estados unidos que tiene un propietario puertorriqueño transmite a las comunidades españolas sobre de y debajo de la costa a los países en el Caribe. Por supuesto, las programas incluida muchas varias de música, pero las de educación, la política, y la cultura también. Todas las ideas y eventos que concernir a los intereses de los hispanos pueden oír en WPRX 1120 AM. La emisora- que conocen como La Puertorriquenisima o “the Puerto Rican one”movió a nuestro pueblo du-
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rante el final de septiembre y estableció los operaciones a 1253 Berlin Turnpike. Los propietarios dicen que proporcionan el mejor que “salsa vieja,” habla, y noticiasmucho que éstos recitan con la ayuda de las personas famosas de radio como a Freddy Ayala y Papo El Clasicocolon. “Música es una puente a muchas personas,” dijo Oscar Nieves, el dueño y presidente de la estación comercial. WPRX emite por todas las partes en Connecticut y el oeste de Massachusetts, pero los programas alcanzan los países hispanos como la República Dominicana, Columbia, México, y, por supuesto, Puerto Rico. “Nosotros ofrecemos programas, que son muy equilibrados, que llenan “un vacío” en Centroamérica,” él dijo.
Por ejemplo, según a Nieves, uno de los programas populares en Columbia es lo en vivo que emite los sábados durante la mañana en WPRX con Hector Cardona, un agente de la policía de Meriden, y su familia quien presentan una realización musical. Un colocado de puertorriqueñas y otras celebridades españolas han realizado en las programas de WPRX o durante los festivales que la estación financió. Por ejemplo, ellos implican en “el día puertorriqueño” evento en la calle Park en Hartford. Mientras que la música es la atracción principal, Nieves dijo que él se esforza por traer a la comunidad española la información que necesita para asimilar y medrar si viva en su pueblo nativo o adoptivo. (WPRX emitir una programa sobre Polonia, habla y música en “the Polish Express.”) Nieves se graduó de la Universidad de Minnesota. Él es de una familia culta: un valor
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activities and classes. Ola moved here from Poland. Both have adopted many of this country’s customs, yet remain true to their traditions many of which are best seen during this winter season. As Catholics, they look forward to celebrating Christmas Eve every year. Aneta begins her routine by cleaning the entire house from ceiling to floor in preparation of a massive family gathering. Although it’s hard work, she says, it’s all worthwhile. Upon finishing, family begins to arrive, bearing gifts and anticipating of the upcoming meal. Before diving into the first entrée, each person is given an “op atek”, or host, to split amongst everyone else. Like a synchronized dance, two family members approach one another and wish one another well in the upcoming year, sharing a piece of their “op atek” in the process. Then, a three course feast begins with a simple, but delicious beet soup filled with
“uszki” or “ears” of mushroom filled dough. This is then followed by a traditional mushroom soup. But most importantly, the largest of the servings is saved for last. Since it is Polish tradition to refrain from eating meat on Christmas Eve, they savor the flavors of fish, pierogi, potatoes, vegetable casserole, and “sa atka jazynowa” (a kind of salad with potatoes and vegetables) amidst many other side dishes. According to Aneta, as the night begins to conclude, children await the presence of Santa Claus, who announces his presence by ringing a small bell outside of the window. He presents everyone with candy and their gifts. Adding to the fun, it’s family tradition to sit on Santa’s lap and recite a prayer before receiving a gift. This event has been made into a game in which each prayer must be different from the others. Aneta said there is never a year without laughter. After all of the excitement has wound down, everyone
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Pasta supper – American Legion Post 68, 154 Porter’s Pass, schedules “all you can eat” pasta supper for every Tuesday. Supper is served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome. For more information, call the Post at (860) 828-9102 after 5 p.m. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings at the Kensington firehouse. For information, call Ed Alicea, scoutmaster, (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Bethany Covenant Church. For information, call Troop Committee Chair at (860) 829-1832. Kensington-Berlin Rotary – The KensingtonBerlin Sunrise Rotary Club meets every Tuesday from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at the Community Center. Guests are invited to attend any meeting. For more information, call Ryan Zelek at (860) 9445222. Girls basketball – BHS vs. Farmington at Rocky Hill High School, TBA. Ice hockey – NewingtonBerlin vs. Portland, Maine, 4 p.m.
Dominoe is a petite princess with a big personality! She is very outgoing and friendly, expressive, affectionate, and loves attention. She is an alpha girl when it comes to other cats because she prefers people. For more information about Dominoe or other animals available for adoption, call (860) 828-5287.
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duce that by half. Klett said 911 services are paid for by a 50 cent surcharge on monthly phone bills. Those funds are used by the state for maintenance costs for local 911 systems. He said regionalizing would require that local systems be connected, via fiber optics or other methods, to the central dispatch, and there would be a cost to that linkage.
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Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge Dec. 24 – Christmas Eve worship 5 p.m. Dec. 25 – Christmas Day worship 10 a.m. Bethany Covenant Church, 784 Mill St. Dec. 24 – Family worship at 5 p.m., Candlelight Communion worship 10:30 p.m. Dec. 25 – Christmas Day worship 10:30 a.m. Christian Life Church, 496 Kensington Rd. Dec. 24 - Christmas eve, 7 p.m. Dec. 25 - Christmas Day, 11 a.m. only Crossroads Church of God, 146 Hudson St. Dec. 25 – Christmas pro-
gram at noon. Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Ave. Dec. 24 - Christmas Candlelight Service of Lessons & Carols 11 p.m. Dec. 25 - Christmas Day worship 10 a.m. Kensington United Methodist Church, 103 Hotchkiss St., Dec. 24 – Christmas Eve
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Candlelight service 5 p.m. Dec, 25 – Worship 9 a.m. Prince of Peace, 1103 Chamberlain Highway Dec. 24 – Lessons and Carols 5 p.m. Dec. 25 – Christmas Day worship 10:15 a.m. Sacred Heart Church, 48 Cottage St., East Berlin Dec. 24 – Mass 8 a.m., 4 and 10 p.m. Dec. 25 – Mass 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. St. Gabriel’s Church, 68 Main St., East Berlin Dec. 24 - 9:30 p.m. organ and carols, 10 p.m. Service of Holy Eucharist. Dec. 25 – Holy Eucharist 9 a.m. St. Paul Church, 485 Alling St. Dec. 24 – Mass 4, 6 and 10 p.m. Dec. 25 – Mass 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon. Wellspring, 222 Lincoln St. Dec. 24 - Christmas eve 5 p.m.
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Saint Gabriel’s Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church has scheduled Sunday worship at 8:30 a.m. The worship service is dignified but informal. Saint Gabriel’s includes children of all ages in worship and welcome their joyful noise. The services feature music from the 1982 Hymnal and on occasion they enjoy an anthem or instrumental offering from one of our congregation’s musicians, in addition to the prepared prelude and postlude offered by the organist.
Prayer group The 13th of the month prayer group at St. Paul Church, Kensington, meets at noon on the 13th day of every month to pray the 15 decades of the rosary. The prayer services begin with a personal consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the immaculate Heart of Mary. Within the rosary, the verses of the Fatima song are sung in remembrance to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal, in 1917. For more information call John Simeone at (860) 828-0794.
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Robert Edmond Stein, 70, of Kensington, the husband of Susan (Benson) Stein, passed away peacefully Dec. 17, 2011 evening at home. Born in Hartford, the son of the late Jack and the late Dorothy (Edmond) Stein, he was a teacher in the Newington school system until his retirement. An avid golfer, he spent much of his time with
the Timberlin Senior Men’s Golf League. He also had a love for UCONN basketball and enjoyed watching each and every game, but nothing gave him more enjoyment than spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he leaves his only daughter and son-in-law, Laura and George Doherty; his beloved grandchildren, Paul and Katie Doherty; a brother and sisterin-law, Richard and Linda Stein; a cousin, Janet Edmond; a sister-in-law, Marguerite Benson; his niece, Kristin Losee and her husband Jenner; a grand-niece, Claire, and numerous friends. His family would like to extend a special thanks to the wonderful doctors who took care of Bob, including Dr. Barbara Fallon, and Vitas Hospice Care for their care and support, and his nurse Tammy Rynn. Funeral services and burial in South Burying Ground, Kensington, will be at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is serving his family.
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Theodore P. “Ted” Mader, 80, of Kensington and North Port, Florida, passed away Dec. 15, 2011 at his home in Kensington. Born in New Britain, the son of the late Peter and Olga (Zardecki) Mader, he lived most of his life in the area and spent the last several winters in Florida. A graduate of New Britain High School, he served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict and was a Quality Control Inspector with the Stanley Works for 35 years retiring in 1993. He was well known as an avid Boston Red Sox Fan, a New York Giants Fan and a New England Patriots Fan as well as enjoying traveling with his family and friends. Ted is survived by his loving sisters Patricia Muccino-Pierce and her husband Alfred of Bristol and Diane Wiezalis and her husband Raymond of Wethersfield; his brother Robert Mader and his companion Dorothy of Deep River; and his longtime companion Elvira Zotter of Kensington. He will also be remembered by his nieces and nephews Beth and her husband Dennis Deloge, Nancy Muccino, Lori Muccino all of Bristol, Melis-
sa Wiezalis of Middletown, Matthew Wiezalis of Glastonbury, Gregory Mader and his wife Sarah of Atlanta, Ga., and Kevin Mader and his wife Janet of Madison and several great-nieces and great-nephews. He was predeceased by his niece and godchild Julie Mader. A caring and devoted son, brother, uncle and friend, he will be dearly missed by all. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Dec.21,2011 at St. Maurice Church, New Britain. Burial was in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. Memorial donations may be made to the Berlin Visiting Nurse Association or to a charity of the donor’s choice. To light a candle or send a condolence, visit www.FarrellFuneralHome.com.
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Samar H. Badwan died at Ya l e / S m i low Cancer Hospital in New Haven on Dec. 6, 2011. She was born Nov. 21, 1973 in Kuwait. She attended college at the University of Colorado Health Science Center in Denver and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology with a sub specialization in blood bank. She resided in Connecticut with her husband Justin K. Bruce and their two children Lanna and Jad Bruce. Her passions included scrapbooking, photography, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family. She volunteered at the Masjid in Berlin, teaching arabic and interpreting the Quran to children. She worked at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown, as a medical technologist. She is survived by her mother Fawzieh Badwan of Raleigh, N.C.; her two brothers, Jamal Badwan of Raleigh and Nizar Badwan of Dubai; and three sisters, Dalal Dahir of Raleigh, Eman Badwan of Oregon, and Amal Badwan of Ramallah. Samar’s service and prayer took place at the Masjid in Raleigh and her burial took place at McLaurin at Pinecrest in Clayton, N.C. next to her family. Friends and family of Samar visited the home of Jamal and Asma Badwan to mourn Samar and cherish her memories. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting monetary do-
nations be made in Samar’s name to The International Thymic Malignancy Interest Group (www.itmig.org) to help research in finding a cure for thymic carcinomas. Your friends and family love you Samoora, and you will be truly missed.
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prepares to attend midnight mass. Ola agrees that she follows many of these rituals but also has other traditions to make her Christmas memorable each year. The festivities cannot begin until the first star is seen in the sky. Once it is spotted, the “op atek” is shared and the dinner begins. Ola claims that there is never a time when there are less than 12 items of food on the table. This typically includes fish, bread, “barszcz” (soup), macaroni with poppy seeds, potato pancakes, herring, dumplings, pierogi, and various types of salad of which cabbage with sour cream is most noted. Even after everyone is full, the food remains on the table for guests to enjoy throughout the rest of the festivities. She continues the evening by looking for Santa Claus with her sister. Yet, he always sneaks past them and enters the house before they have a chance to find him. Santa’s arrival signals the unwrapping of presents and family conversation until midnight approaches, just in time for Mass. On Christmas morning, everyone snacks on meat for breakfast, including white kie basa, as well as salads and sandwiches. Most of their day consists of chatting around the table and watching a movie together. Overall, it is a very relaxed atmosphere to wind down from the festivities, Ola said. However, the whole family reconvenes at one member’s house for coffee and cookies to conclude on a high note. Even though their celebrations have their differences, both agree that no matter how ethnic or unique, these events would not be the same without the presence of their families as having such a strong connection with the people they love is a joyous blessing during this holiday season.
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CitizenOpinion cially like to thank the Berlin Upbeat for their outstanding efforts. Thanks again, and see you next year. Ella Ellis Kensington Nursery School
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To the editor: The Kensington Nursery School wants to give a great big thank you to everyone who helped to make our annual Breakfast with Santa a huge success. We would espe-
To the editor: The 2011 Women’s softball teams would like to thank our sponsors for another great season. Happy holidays and have and have a safe and healthy New Year. Laura Karoll
Tax bills due The 2010 Grand List Supplemental Motor Vehicle tax bills were mailed from the tax office on Dec. 19. The due date is Jan. 1, 2012, and must be paid on or before Feb. 1, 2012. (Bills may be paid before Jan. 1, 2012, by mail or at the tax office.) These bills are for vehicles that were registered after Oct. 1, 2010 but before Aug. 1, 2011. For more information or if you did not receive a bill, call (860) 828-7023. Failure to receive a bill does not excuse a taxpayer from the tax or interest liability.
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King becomes Queen of Cookies By Irene Young Special to the Citizen Did you feel the magic in the air the evening of Dec. 15? It rained but nothing could dampen the competitive spirit of the Annual Reilly Cookie Swap. The evening started promptly at 7. Cookies had to be in the door and on the table no later than 7 p.m. or risk being disqualified. There were 23 entries of six dozen each. All were scrumptious and elegantly displayed. The identity of the judges is kept anonymous however, rest assured, they have impressive credentials, and discriminating taste. In the judges’ chambers they would taste and chew and ponder as the cookie creators waited
Government Meetings
Tuesday, Dec. 27 Water Control Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 2 Historic District, Town Hall Room 7, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 Inlands/Wetlands Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Veterans Commission, American Legion, Post 68, Porters Pass, 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9 Board of Education, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Public Health Nursing Services, VNA,
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Town Hall Caucus Room A, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11 Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, Library Board Room, 7 p.m. Housing Authority, Marjorie Moore Village, 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12 Parks & Recreation, Community Center, 7 p.m. Public Building Commission, Town Hall, Room 8, 7:30 p.m. Youth Services Advisory Board, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 4 p.m.
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Cookie royalty, from left: Ellen Leuenberger, Mary Matuszek, Sheila King, Katie Todd and Rhonda Bichunsky. Not shown in photo is Sandy Story. with anticipation. Hostess, Anne Reilly, selected the theme of “Lights, Camera, Action!” There were games of involving Christmas-themed cinema and even a talent show. Among the contestants were Sheila King, Irene Young and Donna Bovee. Among the entertainment presented were renditions of favorite songs from movies such as White Christmas. When the judges finally emerged, we waited to hear who the Cookie Queen would be. A long time participant,
local educator and fierce competitor won the title for 2012. It was Sheila King, Berlin High School Physical Education teacher, one time Teacher of the Year, and girls basketball coach, who can add Cookie Queen 2012 to her resume thanks to her entry of raspberry lemon thumbprint cookie. Winners in other categories include: Ellen Leuenberger - chocolate; Rhonda Bichunsky - spice; Mary Mauszek - nut; Katie Todd – decorated holiday spirit; Sandy Story - white icing.
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were worn; wood and the boards creaked under foot. We bought Glass-Wax stencils of snowflakes and candy canes, sponging the frosty liquid onto windows while Kate Smith sang carols on the black and white TV. Dressed in pajamas and overcoats we’d climb into the back seat of the family car on a Friday night and ride around ogling light displays on homes in other neighborhoods. I also have vivid memories of visiting the towering G. Fox Department Store in downtown Hartford with its magical window displays. I remember riding the escalator through the mezzanine, story after story to the toy floor. In the days before Christmas, I’d bake snickerdoodle cookies with my grandmother, eating warm samples as they cooled on the racks. Candlelight service at Berlin Congregational overflowed to the balcony as multiple choirs slowly processed in the darkened chapel, a single candle flickering in each hand. Organ pipes and voices dramatically swelled and I was stirred to my young core with the wonder of it all. Early Christmas morning we’d open presents – a doll, an erector set, tinker toys and a Viewmaster with paper discs of tiny slides. Later in the day there was Christmas dinner with extended family. From my West Coast aunt each year the mail brought a circular basket of perfectly arranged dates, candied oranges, pineapple, figs and Brazil nuts. From great aunties there were homemade jams and sequined felt tree ornaments. These are still treasured ornaments on my own tree. As we are bombarded these days with commercial holiday hype, I was drawn to look to “The Berlin News” holiday editions from the 1890s to see how much hoopla was going on back then. For one thing, there were no weighty advertising supplements. Ads were posted in block form with artful black and white engraving. Locally owned businesses
The Berlin Historical Society archives provided this clipping from a Dec. 22, 1898 copy of The Berlin News. such as Galpin’s Store on Worthington Ridge touted they had the best prices on “Christmas Goods” such as oranges, candies, dates, nuts, cranberries and grapes. Shipped long distances, fruit would have been an expensive and treasured gift. A.H. Pomeroy on Asylum Street in Hartford advertised “the most complete assortment of Toys in the State-Wood, Iron, Mechanical and Steam Toys, Dolls, Doll Carriages, Doll Furniture, Games, Skates, Sleds, Pocket Knives, Rocking Horses, Stone Building Blocks, Wood Blocks and Bicycles. Everything for Christmas”. These are typical of toys we have preserved at the museum. The graphic heading on the front page of the Dec. 22, 1895 edition shows joyful children holding hands, dancing around a tree decorated with fruit and paper ornaments. Parents and grandparents look on. It’s a Victorian New England scene reminiscent of the Stahlbaum family’s party from the Nutcracker Suite. One thing I noted was that wealthier families often opened their homes to the public. Not every family had a Christmas tree so those who did generously shared with the neighbors. A story reports that “The Miss Brandegees are to have a Christmas tree at their home Christmas morning, to which the children along the street are invited to attend and receive of its fruit”. On Dec. 31, 1896, it was reported that “the greatest event of the season” was the Christmas tree and oyster supper at the large home of Mr. and Mrs. John C. Rowley, for all the residents of Beckley Quarter, where 50 to 60 guests ate in shifts at tables,
played parlor games and danced for hours. Long ago images of horse drawn sleigh parties and children coasting down steep snow packed streets abound. In addition to celebratory accounts, there are appeals for charity reminding the reader “there is joy in such giving”. When I reflect back on memories of my childhood and those of previous generations, I know I’m not alone in longing for simpler times when people did not queue up on Thanksgiving for midnight madness at the box stores. Every generation wants their time on Earth to be remembered by future generations. Every generation has felt life was somehow better when they were
Vintage greeting card from Lorraine Stub’s collection. growing up. Not long ago I had a conversation with a teenage volunteer who wistfully confessed he thought his parents had experienced a better childhood than his. The context of the statement was the Memory House Tour sponsored by the Historical Society. We were surrounded by American manufactured toys, local ice cream shop and soda fountain memorabilia, a dazzling vintage juke box, old bicycles, country store containers and tin advertising signs for local family owned businesses. Could this be the first generation to have no nostalgic memories of the holidays
Radio Continued from page 6 po que una estación de radio ha presentado un gobernador de Connecticut. Los invitados como médicos, psiquiatras, expertos de la salud de las mujeres, representantes del Departamento de Vehículos Motorizados, Departamento de Justicia, y servicios humanos son bienvenido a la programa de la mañana para ayudar la comunidad española aprender más que los servicios disponible. Éste puede ayudar para eliminar “las barreras de resistencia” que algunas personas tienen contra el gobierno, Nieves dijo. “Éste no es un gobierno perfecto pero es el mejor que nosotros tenemos,” él dijo. Mientras que las comunidades españolas tienen sus dialectos únicos, Nieves dijo que la estación usa español que es encontrado en el “Royal Academy of Spain” dic-
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A collage of celebrities, politicians and parties hosted by WPRX 1120 AM. cionario, una presentación que muchas personas comprenden, a pesar de las diferencias regionales. “Español es español dondequiera que usted va. Éste es español propio,” él dijo, continua diciendo que WPRX no permite vulgaridad o significado doble durante los programas. La población española ha
other than shopping for and receiving electronic devices? Are they missing opportunities for family memories while texting under the table during dinner? If we learn anything from holiday celebrations years ago, it is that the holidays were always about spending time with family, friends and community, sharing food, telling stories, returning to spiritual rituals and giving to those in need. We have it in our power to tune out the commercial hype, to slow down and create more meaningful traditions of our own. If we lead by example, there is no reason the holidays cannot be as memorable as they were in the past.
aumentado durante el decenio pasado, un aumento del cuarenta y nueve por ciento. Nieves dijo que no es inusual por las personas de comunidades hispanas encontrarse los estereotipos, pero ésos impresiones son inexactos. Los ingresos de media y el nivel de educación de los hispanos han subido drásticamente durante los años pasados. Los puertorriqueños han sido un parte de la historia de este país y servían durante las guerras, él dijo. La nacionalidad hispana crece más rápidamente que los otros en Connecticutun aumento del dieciséis por ciento durante el decenio pasado- y los puertorriqueños en este estado consisten en siete por ciento de la población de los estados unidos. En Hartford, por ejemplo, más que cuarenta por ciento de residentes son de la ascendencia hispana o latín, puertorriqueño principalmente.
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The Berlin Citizen Thursday, December 22, 2011
Senior Happenings
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The Berlins AARP has scheduled the following trips. For information or to make reservations, call Phyllis Fecteau at (860) 828-4934. Feb. 16 — Mary Poppins at the Providence Performance Arts center. April 3 — Maple Madness and Butterflies. Tour Maple Sugar House and Magic Wings, Deerfield, Mass. April 24 — NYC 911 memorial at Ground Zero. May 14 — Mother’s Day
Brunch at the Delaney House. June — Canadian Rockies. TBA. July 22 — Lighthouse Cruise. Narragansett Bay. Aug. 8 — The Hu Ke Lau. Dinner and Hawaiian show. September — Three day Pennsylvania Dutch tour. TBA. October — Cranberry Bog tour. TBA. Nov. 12 — Supreme Reflections. Diana Ross tribute at the Aqua Turf. December — A Victorian
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Programs Exercise for Wellness – Meets Mondays and Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. The class follows exercises designed to maintain strength, flexibility, energy and mobility. Photography Group –
Illuminaria display The second annual Illuminaria Display is scheduled for Christmas Eve along Worthington Ridge. Illuminaria bags will be placed along Worthington Ridge at 2 p.m. Christmas Eve. To assist with clean up, residents on Worthington Ridge are asked to remove the bags on Christmas Day. For more information and to volunteer your time, contact Chris Rose at (860) 6908869 or email chris brose@comcast.net.
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Catholic Charities Catholic Charities Counseling services are offered free of charge on Thursdays from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Senior Center. Appointments with Cheryl Siderowf, MSW Intern, are required. Eiderdown also will schedule home appointments. For more information and to make an appointment, call (860) 225-3561, ext. 335.
Strikette Bowling League from Dec. 13: High triple: Irene Willemetz, 457. High Single: Sue Rogers, 179. Sue Rogers, 179; Betty Chiger, 165; Irene Willametz, 164; Doris Kaszycki, 160; Alice Ming; 156; Marie Kaczynski, 154. Senior Bowling League results from Dec. 16: Ferd Brochu, 195; Rockwell Roberts, 181; Walt Wallace, 178; Irene Willametz, 169; Laura Brochu, 166; Chuck Leonhardt, 156; John Nappi 155; Gene Lemery, 150.
Senior Lunch Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, Dec. 26: Closed in observance of Christmas and Kwanzaa. Tuesday, Dec. 27: Minestrone soup with oyster crackers, salami and provolone grinder, carrot raisin salad, Italian ice. Wednesday, Dec. 28: Baked white fish with lemon dill sauce, au gratin potatoes, California blend vegetables, rye bread, cake. Thursday, Dec. 29: Beef stew, salad, biscuit, fresh fruit. Friday, Dec. 30: Baked ham with fruit sauce, candied sweet potatoes, peas and pearl onions, corn muffin, Pistachio pudding parfait.
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The Central Connecticut health District has scheduled a free educational course to assist people in
managing healthy and affordable eating habits. The program consists of four sessions that will meet Jan. 12, 19, 26 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.at the William J. Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield
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The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for winter programs. For more information and cost, call (860) 828-7009. Fit Toddlers — For two and three year olds. Parachute games, obstacle courses, games and much more create a playful environment for your child. Parents are welcome to participate. Classes meet Tuesdays 9:3010:15 a.m., Thursdays 9:3010:15 a.m., Fridays at 9:3010:15 a.m. or 10:30-11:15 a.m. at the Community Center. Classes begin Jan 2. Sports Jam — For four and five year olds. Soccer,
baseball, kickball, basketball and other sport skills are incorporated into games and activities. Parents are welcome to participate. Classes meet Tuesdays, 10:30-11:15 a.m. or Thursdays 10:30-11:15 a.m. at the Community Center. Classes begin Jan. 2. Karate — Little Ninja’s for ages 4 to 6 years old meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:45-5:30 p.m. for 8 weeks beginning Jan. 10 at First Class Martial Arts and Fitness, 158 Mill St. Karate — Beginners for ages 7 to 12 years old meets Mondays, 5:30-6:15 p.m. and Wednesdays, 4:45-5:30 p.m. See Parks, page 28
St., Wethersfield. The Feb. 2 class is a tour of Stop & Shop in Rocky Hill. All members of the health district, which includes Berlin, are welcome. Pre-registration, by Jan 9, is required. Participants must commit to all four classes. For more information and to register, call (860) 721-2818.
Alzheimer’s support The Andrew House, 66 Clinic Drive, New Britain, hosts an Alzheimer’s support group on the fourth
Tuesday of each month at 3:30 p.m. All are welcome and admission is free. For more information, call Kathy Mulrooney at (860) 225-8608.
Bereavement support The bereavement support and recovery group was formed to support and give an outlet to those who have suffered a severe loss. It meets once a week and also offers phone and email support during other times when you need someone to listen or can be of help to
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Since opening night loss, Lady Redcoats rolling By Jim Bransfield Special to The Citizen
The standards are high for girls basketball at Berlin High School. Even after Berlin came
from behind to whack Middletown 60-45 Friday night, veteran Berlin coach Sheila King was not happy. “We did not play well,” she said. “We were not ready to play when the clock started,
and that displeased us. Eventually our pressure got to them, as we thought it would, and we turned up our defense. But we have to turn up our defense all the time.” The Redcoats raced out to a 3-1 start this season, their only loss coming to highly-regarded E.O. Smith of Storrs, 58-31, in their opener. Berlin rebounded with three wins in a row, including a win over Maloney of Meriden, 51-31, and an impressive win over Northwest Catholic, 57-50. “We didn’t come ready to play against Smith, just like we weren’t ready to play against Middletown,” said King. “But we had a good win over Maloney and then a terrific win over Northwest Catholic in which we played very well. But the Middletown game was a regression, and that was disappointing.” Middletown, which is improved at 2-2 and gave New Britain all it could handle last week, hit Berlin with a 90 run to start the game, and See Rolling, page 19 Photo by Matt Leidemer
Berlin High School’s Ashley Malloy goes to work against Northwest Catholic last week. The Lady Redcoats won that night and headed into this week with a record of 3-1.
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Berlin High School’s Andrew Alessi gets ahold of his opponent Saturday during the Pin Down MDS Invitational.
Wrestlers experiencing some growing pains By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen The young Berlin High School wrestling team had seven place-winners, rolled up 72 points and placed ninth at the Pin Down MDS Invitational, held Saturday at BHS. Mount Anthony Union out of Vermont bested the 13-team field with 229 points. “I thought we had some kids who started to see the light at the end of the tunnel,” BHS coach Jim Day said of his troops, highlighting the work turned in by Jordan Zima.
A sophomore, Zima placed fourth in the rugged 160-pound bracket Saturday. “I was very pleased with Jordan Zima,” said Day. “I thought he competed very hard.” Rick Mullins and Rich Schlichting also received praise from their coach. Mullins, a junior, battled to a third-place finish at 152. Schlichting, a sophomore, was fifth at 132. The Redcoats other place-winners at the Pin Down MDS Invitational were Riley Greider (third, 98 pounds), Jeremy Eliades See Wrestlers, page 19
Lots of weapons on display for boys hoop By Mark Pukalo Special to The Citizen
One of the keys to success for the Berlin High boys basketball team this season will be getting contributions from several different players on the offensive end. Coach Mike Veneziano likes what he has seen in that department thus far. “If a team comes to scout us, it’s kind of hard to figure out who to stop,” Veneziano said. “We have a
bunch of kids that can score. They don’t necessarily score a lot of points, but if they are all pitching in with six, seven, eight points we’ll be in pretty good shape.” Tyler Stritch led the way in Berlin’s season opener and 6-foot-5 senior Bobby Mozzicato in the second game, while others chipped in, as Berlin began the year with two victories. Stritch, a 6-3 junior, made six 3pointers – three in each half – and scored a career-high 18 points as
Berlin won at Newington 49-43 last week. “Tyler is a big kid that can shoot over the defense,” Veneziano said. “We try to spot him up for open shots. We were able to get him the ball in some good positions and he was scoring with guys right in his face. “He’s improved his game. He’s playing better defense and he’s been stronger dribbling the ball. You can see he has worked on his game.” Mozzicato (five points) and Tom-
my Undercuffler (six points) added 10 rebounds apiece for Berlin. Colin King and Darrin Gilbert each had seven points and four assists. “I thought we played well,” Veneziano said. “That’s a tough place to go in and win.” Veneziano wasn’t as pleased with the effort at Northwestern Regional in Winsted Friday. Mozzicato had 16 points and 13 re-
See Boys, page 22
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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, December 22, 2011
Youth Sports
United front The Berlin United U-13 girls travel soccer team finished the season tops in its division. The Berlin squad is, front row: Ariana Kelly, V a n e s s a Reimer, Lucia A d d a m o , Amanda Lee, Samantha Bengiovanni. Middle row: Heather Sullivan, Mary Lattarulo, Athena Lawrence, Grace Reimer, Nicole Cyr. Back row: Julia Delvecchio, Megan Nelson, Samantha Lynes, Jaclyn Lombardo, Haley Hauptfeld, Kara Boninsegna, Alyssa Grant. The team is coached by Mark Cyr, Mario Boninsegna and Paul Lombardo.
Wrestling Berlin Minutemen Minutemen Braeden Shea and Zachary Koops travelled to New Milford for the first tournament of the year. Shea, competing in the Bantam Division, placed second. He fell 5-2 in the finals. In the Intermediate Division, Koops pinned his first opponent, from Danbury, and would place fourth in his bracket. Minutemen coach Roger Moss said, “both boys wrestled well considering we just started two weeks ago. Zachary was in a tough division and wrestled well, never giving up.”
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Heading into this week, the Newington-Berlin High School ice hockey team owned a record of 1-1. The local co-op fell to Staples/Weston/Shelton, 6-2, and defeated Wethersfield, 4-0. Berlin’s Brandon Ralph had two goals in the win. In indoor track action, Berlin High School’s 4x800 relay team of Alex Carbonell, Catherine Voelpel, Kristen Madeia and Kaylene Sylvain set a school record with a time of 10:09. The record-setting performance was logged last week at the Hillhouse Invitational in Hartford. Relay team members had a good day individually as well. Voelpel placed second in the 400 (60.9) and Carbonell was ninth in the 800 (2:30). The Lady Redcoats finished 11th at the 40-team event.
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Thursday, December 22, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen it into a positive,” Day said of the lopsided loss. Continued from page 17 Farmington went on to defeat state wrestling power Ba(sixth, 113), Kevin Pirruccio con Academy. “I think they’re (fourth, 126) and Jake Eliades going to surprise some peo(fourth, 145). ple,” Day said of FarmingThe tournament, formerly ton. “With that said, I wasn’t known as the Berlin Invita- anticipating having them be tional, transitioned into a as dominant as they were.” fund-raiser for MDS research The Farmington tilt this year. marked Day’s official return Myelodysplastic syn- to coaching. He stepped away dromes are a group of dis- from the sport in 2007 after eases that affect the bone navigating the Redcoats for marrow and blood. In the nearly three decades. United States, 10,000 to 15,000 Day’s comeback was eyepeople are diagnosed with opening. He said the FarmMDS annually. ington match “put things in Day’s wife has lived with perspective for me, because I MDS for eight years. The realized how young our kids coach hopes the Pin Down are.” MDS Invitational will do a “We’re working on a cousmall part to spread the word ple goals that are much more about the disease “and hope- long term. The short term fully raise some funds for re- success that we used to have, search.” that’s a major goal,” the vetThe BHS wrestling team eran coach added. “We were ran into a buzz saw right out so developmentally, tactically of the gate this season. The and technically ahead of Redcoats fell to visiting where we are right now beFarmington, 57-6, last week cause we had juniors and senin their opener. Berlin’s only iors in the lineup who had wins that night were regis- wrestled in our system for a tered by Jake Eliades and long time.” Mullins. Under Day’s guidance, “Hopefully we can do a lot BHS wrestling has claimed of learning from it and turn nine state championships.
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Rolling Continued from page 17 led 11-1 halfway through the quarter. But the Redcoats recovered from that, wiped out that lead and took a 25-24 halftime lead. Berlin then proceeded to break away from the homestanding Blue Dragons with a 16-5 run over the last half of the third quarter to take a 4838 lead into the fourth. It was the Berlin defense that keyed the run, forcing turnover after turnover which the Redcoats converted into easy layups. Berlin was not in trouble after that. “That third quarter was decisive,” said King. “We played man-to-man, fullcourt, and each player had to take ownership of one of their players. But we made too many mistakes and we weren’t focused early. But we’re young. We’ll figure it out and make corrections. Each game is a learning experience.” Although King wasn’t thrilled with her team’s overall performance against Middletown, she did get balanced scoring. Chelsea Vujs led the
way with 14 points, Kailene Rampone, who had two bigtime 3-pointers, had 11 and Ashley Malloy had 10. Right behind that trio were Paige Young with nine and D.D. Barrett with seven. Middletown, which Berlin has beaten consistently in recent years, seems to have the Redcoats in its collective head, according to Middletown coach Rob Smernoff. “When Berlin makes a run, which good teams al-
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Vacation week Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 10:30 a.m. Storycraft Make a New Year’s savings bank for children in grades 1-3. Registration required. Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 6:30 p.m. Family movie night with Mr. Popper’s Penguins. Popcorn will be provided. No registration needed. Bring a comfy chair. Wednesday, Dec. 28 at 1:30 p.m. Pumpernickel Puppets for all ages. Thursday, Dec. 29: Parent & Child fun at the library – Drop in anytime in the afternoon for a scavenger hunt, cartoons, games, and more fun. Saturday, Dec. 31 at 11:30 a.m. New Year’s Eve for children in grades 1 and up. Stories film, craft, and fun. Registration required. Tarot card program A free Tarot card and palm reading program is scheduled for teens 13 and up on Wednesday, Dec. 28 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Lisa Coleman Hasty of MysticStar will try to catch a glimpse of your future all in the name of fun, of course. For more information and to register, call (860) 828-7125.
Eric and Jill Young of San Diego, Calif. Announce the birth of their daughter, Madison, on Aug. 17, 2011 at Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Jolla, Calif. Madison’s grandparents are Chris and Linda Abrahamson of Kensington and Roger and Ellen Young of Bethel. Her great-grandparents are Ray and Susan Paradis of Kensington.
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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, December 22, 2011
Holiday train display
Amato’s Toy and Hobby, 395 Main St., Middletown, has opened its holiday model train exhibit to the public for the holiday season. The exhibit showcases the antique toy and train collection of Vincent Amato, owner, featuring pre-war Lionel, a G gauge layout from the Central Connecticut Gauge Club, and a display of Antique Erector sets from the AC Gilbert company of New Haven. New this year are many Connecticut Railroad historical artifacts and antique Buddy L Metal Toy trucks. The exhibit is free with a nonperishable food item for the local food bank. Cash donations are also welcome to benefit a donation to the Heifer International organization. The exhibit is open Friday, Dec. 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is donations of non-perishable food items for the Amazing Grace Food Pantry. Cash donations for the Heifer Organization will also be accepted. For complete schedule, and hours after Christmas, call (860) 347-1893 or visit AmatosToyandHobby.com.
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Holiday house a sight to behold More than 100 people voted in this year’s Holiday House Decorating Contest, co-sponsored by The Berlin Citizen and the Junior Woman’s Club of Berlin, Inc. More than a dozen homes participated in the fun seasonal event. Gift certificates to local businesses were awarded. Congratulations to First Place winner Laurie Satkowski, 222 Tollgate Rd., for a spectacular display that captured the spirit of the holiday in fine fashion and won the top spot. Second place goes to Barbara Nanfito and George Ciarcia, 363 Percival Ave. Third place goes to Jerry and Beve Ruggiero, 64 Elizabeth Rd. Other top scorers were: the Hayes home, 147 Ledge Road; Belinda Burr, 21 Porter’s Pass; the Tessmans, 177 Ridgewood Lane; and Helen Wolowicz, 454 Worthington Ridge. Liz Maher, president of Berlin Juniors said, “This is a perfect event for the whole family. Drive by these beautifully decorated and lit homes. It is a perfect way to help celebrate the season of Christmas!”
Boys Continued from page 17 bounds as the Redcoats eased away in the second half for a 5443 victory after leading by a single point at halftime. “We’ll take the win, but we played very poorly,” Veneziano said. “We didn’t execute on offense. If we play like that [next] week, we’re going to be in trouble.” Berlin let Northwestern back in the game a few times and struggled from the foul line. Gilbert made 9-of-10 free throws for his nine points, but Berlin made only five of its other 23 shots from the charity stripe.
Stritch scored seven points, King had eight steals and Undercuffler added six points and 12 rebounds. “We’re happy to get off to a 2-0 start,” Veneziano said. “But, obviously, we have a long way to go to be where we want to be.” Update: Monday, Berlin hit its first bump in the road. The Redcoats fell to Middletown, 46-32, at Gibney Gymnasium. Mozzicato scored a game-high 24. Berlin, which lost three guards to graduation, will get another good test when Bloomfield visits today, Dec. 22. The Redcoats then have a layoff until Dec. 30.
Information provided by the Berlin Police Department. Arrests do not indicate convictions. Nov. 10 Edwin Olan, 37, 76 Lawlor St., New Britain, distracted driving, failure to drive in proper lane multi lane highway, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol. Nov. 11 Wesley Pena, 27, 188
Belvedere Dr., Meriden, operating a motor vehicle other than a motorcycle without a license, failure to have insurance, improper use of license or registration, operating or towing an unregistered vehicle. Nov. 12 Alyssa Reeves, 21, 27 Buell St., New Britain, operating under the influence to drugs/alcohol.
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Bulletin Board Lacrosse Berlin Youth Lacrosse will hold registration for the upcoming season on Saturday, Jan. 7, 9 to 11 a.m.; Wednesday, Jan. 11, 6 to 8 p.m., and Thursday, Jan. 19, 6 to 8 p.m. Registration is held at the Community Center. For more information, e-mail Dave Bernard at kdbernard@comcast.net or Jim Shirley at Isamty13@aol.net, or visit berlinlacrosse.org.
The Willard-Welles-Stanley Chapter, DAR recently presented Good Citizen Awards to senior students who exhibit the qualities of dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. From left: Barbara Crede, chapter regent; Colleen Cloonan of Wethersfield High School; Victoria Richards of Newington High School and William Cavedon of Berlin High School.
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LEGAL NOTICE TAX COLLECTOR’S NOTICE All persons liable to pay taxes on the Supplemental Motor Vehicle list (Motor Vehicles registered after October 1, 2010, but before July 31, 2011) supplemental to the October 1, 2010 Grand List in and to the Town of Berlin, Connecticut, are hereby notified that they are due and payable in full January 1, 2012. Said taxes become delinquent if not paid on or before February 1, 2012. Interest at the rate of 1.5% per month shall be charged from Januar y 1, 2012, on all Supplemental Motor Vehicle taxes not paid on or before February 1, 2012, subject to a minimum interest charge of $2.00. Any and all unpaid back Motor Vehicle Taxes must be paid in full, in cash or cer tified check, before payment may be made on the Supplemental Motor Vehicle Taxes. Any person liable for this tax who does not receive a bill should contact the Berlin Tax Collector’s Office at once, as failure to receive a bill does not relieve one from the liability for payment. Collection Place: Tax Collector’s Office Room 22 Berlin Town Hall 240 Kensington Road Berlin, Connecticut 06037 Office Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays 8:30 am-4:30 pm Thursdays 8:30 am-7:00 pm Fridays 8:30 am-1:00 pm 1227359
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EAST BERLIN LEGAL NOTICE LIQUOR PERMIT Notice of Application This is to give notice that I, MUKESHKUMAR R PATEL 49 HAREN DR ROCKY HILL, CT 06067-1063 Have filed an application placarded 11/04/2011 with the Department of Consumer Protection for a PACKAGE STORE LIQUOR PERMIT for the sale of alcoholic liquor on the premises at 863 BECKLEY RD EAST BERLIN, CT 06023-1031 The business will be owned by: SHAILI LLC Objections must be filed by: 12/15/2011 MUKESHKUMAR R PATEL
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JEEP Wrangler black 1993. 6 cyl 5 speed. 163kmi. Asking $4500. OBO. Call 203-294-0038
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203-631-0800 or 203-630-2510 VOLKSWAGEN Passat GLS 2000 V6, Auto, Sunroof, Leather. $4000 or best offer. Serious Inquiries Only 860 276-9916 or 203 676-2074
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Pontiac G.3 NISSAN Sentra 2010 2.0SR, Auto, 15K $16,491 Stock# C7190A (203) 237-5561
5 Door, Only 20K. Very Economical. Stock# 12260A $209/mo* 203 623-0494 ASK FOR JOHNNY *20% Down 72 Months
JAGUAR 1984 antique XJ6 . 1 owner, only 46,700 mi, garage kept, good condition. Fair offers accepted. Please call 203-628-5000 or 860-919-6035
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SUBARU Forester 2003 2.5XS AWD Wagon. 1 Owner. Red w/tan interior. 4-cyl. Pwr Roof, Alloy, CD, Lthr, Htd Seats. 93K. $8995. Financing is Available. Call Cos Central Auto. 203-634-7878.
READY FOR SNOW Absolutely Gorgeous! Stock# P3496A $9,990 203 623-0494 ASK FOR JOHNNY
Must be 18 years of age and a US Citizen w/proof of residence. Minimum down payments may vary. Must meet income requirements. Subject to change without notice.
BIG NICK Buy's Cars For Cash Wanted: Hondas, Toyotas, Subarus and any American Car or Truck. HIGHEST PRICES paid. High Mileage OK. We will give you an offer no matter what. Must have title Call 860 324 5812
CASH for your Toyota, Honda or Nissan. Any Condition! Running or not! Will consider other makes & models, motorcycles, ATV’s, etc. 203-600-4431
Paying cash for Junk cars, trucks, motorcycles. Free Pickup. Free Removal. Running or not.
MINI COOPER 2006 71K MILES Leather, Moonroof, Loaded! Stock #120202A (203) 630-0088
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NISSAN Murano 2009
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Leather, Auto, Loaded Stock# 111023A $199/mo 203 623-0494 ASK FOR JOHNNY *20% Down 72 Months
PONTIAC G-5 2007 4-cyl. 5-spd. manual. White w/gray interior. AM/FM/CD player. $6,000. Original owner. 65,000 Exc cond. jdiorio2000@yahoo.com or 860-280-8561
C HEV Y COLORADO 2004 Extended Cab. Like new. 4 Cylinder auto, remote starter, studded snowtires, many new parts & accessories. 108Kmi. Asking $7500. Call 203-2381645 or 203-631-1929
HYUNDAI SANTA FE LTD 2007 4x4. One Owner. Extra Nice. Stock# 12330A 203 623-0494 ASK FOR JOHNNY
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BOUNCING PONY Farm, Wolcott A great place to learn & have fun Give your special child memories to last a lifetime! Certificates are ready to give from $25 & up. Call Ahead & it will be packaged & ready for you or we can mail it to you. Call 203-927-6189 We're on facebook & the web
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Thursday, December 22, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen PETS & LIVESTOCK
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
ADORABLE Snow Bengal kittens for sale. Perfect Christmas gift. 203-600-4601
DOLLS Mostly Porcelain. New cond. Only serious calls. Over 25 incl Wiz of Oz, Michael, Matthew, Ashton Drake, I Love Lucy. 203-886-7049
BULLDOGS, Yorkie, Yorkie-Poo, Multi-Poo, Rottweiller, Great Dane, Schnoodles, Chihuahua, Shih Tzu & mixed breeds. $250+.
FREE Horse Manure Call 203-599-8915
Call 860-930-4001 CHRISTMAS PUPPIES AKC Chocolate & Black Labs. Male and Female. $700-$900. Raised with children. Ready December 12. (203) 631-9386
DON’T know what to give? How about a gift certificate for Christmas With Horses at Rap A Pony Farm. Mon-Thurs, Dec 26Dec 29, 9am-12pm. $150 for 4 days. Call Rita 203-265-3596
LARGE wicker & bent wood sleigh, white, $95. Large Trestle leg picnic table with 2 full length seats. Full length shelves on back. $95. Call 203-634-4154
MOVING EVERYTHING MUST GO! Slate regulation sized pool table, living & dining rm sets, bar stools, washer, dryer and treadmill. Very reasonable. For appt please call 203294-0657 or 203-410-7020. PANASONIC 27” Remote Control Color TV $50 203-909-0445 SCOOTER Chair electric. Used only twice! Like new. Accepting offers. Call 203-238-3996 or 203-379-8819 VORTEX Liquid 159 Snowboard with bindings. 62” with iron. Excellent Condition. $400 value. Asking $110. 203-886-7049
WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT FALL HORSEBACK RIDING GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAIL Rosehaven Stables, LLC Meriden www.rosehavenstables.com 203-238-1600 KING CHARLES CAVALIER PUPS Born 11/1, 3 Males, $900 each. Call 203-314-0004
ALL HARDWOOD 2 Cord Minimum $425 and $225 For a Single cord. 203-376-2805 SEASONED hardwood, pickup or local delivery. Cut & split. Approx 16-18in (mostly 18). $225/cord; $145/half cord. 203-294-1775. www.lavignestreeservicellc.com
SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH LAB PUPPIES Black and white. We can be your Christmas gift! We are very loveable and playful. Come see our mom and dad and meet us. We can go to our new Christmas home on December 21. Call our loving masters at 860-306-2366 (Mark) or 860-276-7474 (Maryann)
PEEKAPOO Pups for XMas! The perfect gift. Apricot colored! Dewormed & vet checked. Male & females left. So adorable. Asking $700. OBO. Please call 203-715-3647
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PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION CLASS Required for CT applicants. $100. Call 203-415-1144
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
WANTED TO BUY 2ND GENERATION Buying estate items - entire contents. CF Monroe Wavecrest, Matzow Paintings, Old Dolls, China & Glass 203-639-1002 Always Buying 1 Item to the Entire Contents of Estates Antique, Gold, Costume Jewelry, Furniture & So Forth. Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 S. Orchard St. Wallingford. 203-269-4975 or 203-284-3786 Open Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm
AFFORDABLE Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators and Stoves.
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203-284-8986 MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE BEAUTIFUL Framed Famous Norma Riegel Painting $35. 203-237-0912
CASH FOR MILITARY ITEMS 203-237-6575 WANTED TO BUY
Always Buying, Old, used and antique handtools. Carpentry, Machinist, Engraving and Workbench tools. If you have old or used tools that are no longer being used, call with confidence. Fair & friendly offers made in your home. Please call Cory 860-613-1108
DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate.
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WW II Military Items
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PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS Beginning to Advanced Levels Welcome. Certified Music Teacher. Over 10 yrs prof exp. Call Mark 203-235-1546 Openings Available
Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome
Piano Lessons
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Studio & 1 Bedroom Apts Affordable apts for qualified applicants 50 yrs of age or older Small pets accepted Please call 860-621-3954 TTY 711
HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden 3 BR & 4BR apts Newly Renovated! Avail. Immed. Starting @$850 Call 203-240-4688 MER Large 1BR, Large kitchen. hardwood flrs, appliances, coin op laundry. Many updates. Heat & HW incl. No pets. $835/mo + sec. (203) 626-2320 MER. Furnished Apts. East Side Incl Heat, HW, Elec. 1 BR, 1st Fl, $845/mo+sec. 2BR, 2nd Fl $950 /mo+sec. 203-630-3823 12pm8pm or Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN - Cook Ave. 3BR remodeled 3rd flr. New carpet, new paint, Off-st-parking. Sect 8 approved. $1150/mo + sec. Utils incld. 203-265-4664 MERIDEN -WALLINGFORD LINE Large,2 BR Luxury Condos. Laundry. No pets. $875 + utilities Call 203-245-9493 MERIDEN 1 BR Off-street parking. Wall to Wall carpets, appls, $765 Per Month. Heat & HW included. No pets. Sec & refs required. Call 203-238-7133
MERIDEN 1 BR, 2 BR & Studio Starting at $595 per month. Heat & HW incl. Off street parking 203-886-7016
MERIDEN 3 BR, 2BA, LR, DR, full appl. kitchen. Lower Level BR, LR, BA. Off street parking. Good credit, ref. No pets. $1,300+utilities. Call Pat Burke 203-235-3300 xt 634
MERIDEN 1 BR, 2 BR & Studio Starting at $595 per month. Heat & HW incl. Off street parking 203-886-7016
MERIDEN 1BR & 2 BR Stove, heat & hot water incl. Lease, sec & refs. No pets. 203- 239-7657 or 203-314-7300
MERIDEN 2 Br, 1 1/2 Bath Townhouse. Completely remodeled, new stainless appl, W/D hk, off st parking. $1000. plus sec. 203-996-3279 or 203-314-6647.
WALLINGFORD- 2 BR, 3rd Floor Off-street parking 104 Meadow Street $900 Includes Utilities 203-530-1840
MERIDEN 2 BRs, 3rd floor. 433 Center Street. Off street parking. No pets. $700 plus 1 month security & refs. 203-213-9896
WALLINGFORD-1 BR, 2nd Floor Large Rooms Off-street Parking $800 Includes utilities 203-530-1840
MERIDEN 3BR 1st fl off street parking. W/D hookup, porch, lrg yard. Newly renovated $1100 per mo plus sec. Call Natalie 203-671-2672
WALLINGFORD. 24 Meadow St. 1st FL, 2 BR, 1 bath, tile & new carpet, laundry rm, Lrg, clean & beautiful. $875/mo + sec. 203-537-1772
MERIDEN furnished studio , free utilities, fully equip kitchen, on site laundry. 30 day min length of stay. $799. mnth plus tax. Call Frank Chase 860-989-7205
WINTER SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $695/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric included. Private balcony. 1 month free rent. Ask for details. Call for info 203-639-4868
MERIDEN2 bdrm apt $625/mo. + utils. on bus line downtown. Also STUDIO APT. $475.mo plus utilities. No pets. Call 203-982-3042.
MERIDEN- West side, 2 BR, 2nd FL. Includes Heat, HW & Elec. Oak Flooring. Very Clean! $950 / mo+sec 203-630-3823 12pm8pm or Meridenrooms.com
MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Includes Heat, HW, Elec, Kit Priv. East Side. Off-st park. $125/wk. + sec. Call 12-8pm 203-630-3823 or www.Meridenrooms.com
MERIDEN- West side, 2 BR, 2nd FL. Includes Heat, HW & Elec. Oak Flooring. Very Clean! $950 / mo+sec 203-630-3823 12pm8pm or Meridenrooms.com
Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Sat. TV. Short Stay/ Daily/Wkly On Bus Line. 203-239-5333
SOUTHINGTON - 1 1/2 Room Efficiency. Ideal for seniors and all others. Near I-84. $140/wk. Includes Heat & HW, A/C, Appliances. No smoking. Sec dep & refs req. 860-620-0025
MERIDEN 1023 Old Colony Rd.
2 BR Starting at $800 Heat & HW incl. Off St. Parking. 203-639-8751
NORTH HAVEN
GARAGE & STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT
MERIDEN-Centrally located prvt & clean. 3Rms. $675/ mo Lease & sec dep req. No pets. 203-238-9772
SOUTHINGTON 1900 sq. ft. Duplex, 4 BRs, 2 1/2 baths, granite tops in kitchen. $1600. 860-621-4766 or 860-518-4514 WALLINGFORD 1 BR Apt with appliances. 1 car garage, ample storage, country setting, easy access to hwys, $750/Mo + 1 month sec. 860-583-3759 WALLINGFORD 2BR Townhouse, very neat & very clean. 1 1/2BA, Off st park. Appls, laundry hkups. No pets/smoke. 1mo sec. 1 yr lease. $1100. 203-631-5219
WALLINGFORD-$195,000. Just Listed! 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch on 1+ acre w/ large barn, many updates including heating, septic and plumbing. Kitchen newly remodeled. Call Linda Diana 203-265-5618
ROOMS FOR RENT MERIDEN 75 Warren St. House share/ room for rent. $125. per week includes all utilities. Call 203-440-2745
MERIDEN 1 BR, off st parking, new carpet, paint, and appliances. $625/month Security & ref. Section 8 approved. Call (203) 687-2032
FOR RENT
WLFD. 2BR OVERSIZED Townhouse, appl’d kit., 3000SF, lots of storage & closet space, laundry room. NO PETS. $1195. Call J.J. Bennett, 203-265-7101.
MERIDEN- Nice Renovated 2 Br. 18 Kensington Ave. No pets. $825. per mo, deposit , credit & references. Call 203-238-1890
MERIDEN-3 Bedrooms - 1st Floor 6 Rooms. $900 per month plus security. Appliances. No utilities. No pets. Call 203-605-8591
WALLINGFORD-$139,900. Large 3 family near park- 2 units have 3 bedrooms, nice backyard, some notice to show needed but worth the wait. Call Fred Gettner or Silvio Sala for details 203-265-5618
WALLINGFORD-1BR apt starting at $750 including heat & HW. No pets. JJ Bennett 203265-7101
MERIDEN Available January 1. 3 Bedrooms, Second Floor. Appliances. $900/mo + 1 mo. sec. Section 8 Approved (203) 537-7446 for details
MERIDEN Unique 2 BR, 3rd Fl. Randolph Ave. Off st parking. $595 per month. 2 mos security plus application fee required. No pets. Call 203-284-0597
HOUSES FOR SALE
WALLINGFORD 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath, 1st Fl, lg all new! 86 Meadow St. $1200. (203) 537-1772 WALLINGFORD Cute 2 BR Townhouse. Full basement. WD hookup. Private entrance. Off street parking. Walk to school. $850 /mo 2 mos sec + application fee. No pets. 203-284-0597
MERIDEN-Centrally located prvt & clean. 3Rms. $675/ mo Lease & sec dep req. No pets. 203-238-9772
CONDOMINIUMS
APARTMENTS FOR RENT
MERIDEN 2 bdrm, 1st Fl for rent. Off st parking, washer/dryer hook up. Call 203-223-0333, 860-990-8303 , or 203-685-2836
MERIDEN 1 BR, 2 BR & Studio Starting at $595 per month. Heat & HW incl. Off street parking 203-886-7016
MERIDEN 1 BR, Spacious 2nd fl. WD Hookups. Exc conditon Hardwood floors $650 per month plus utilities (860) 338-3475
MERIDEN-2BR townhouse, end unit, natural gas baseboard heat/hot water. Bsmt with w&d. Asking $1000. per/mnth with 1yr lease. Call David for details 860-267-2834
APARTMENTS FOR RENT
MERIDEN-2RM Efficiency. $550. mo + 1 mo. sec. & refs. Call 203213-8639 or 203-631-0105
Beginner to Intermediate De Fiore Vocal & Piano Studio Roberta (203) 630-9295
$$$ CA$H $$$
Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.
Flanders West Apts
MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS
1, 2 OR 3 ITEMS OR AN ESTATE
Estate sale service. Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings, Meriden-made items, toys, lamps. Call Todd Shamock 203-237-3025
BERLIN-1 BR. Extra large. Heat & HW incl. All appls, W&D. lg yd, park. $875. 860-828-8114
ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Amps, Musical Instruments, Guitars, Radios, Ham Equipment, CB, HiFi, Audio Equipment. 860-707-9350
HOUSES FOR RENT FURNITURE & APPLIANCES
APARTMENTS FOR RENT
Meriden 460 Sq Ft barn for storage only. So Broad St. No vehicles & heat. Asking $250. per month. Call Peter 617-696-9390
WALLINGFORD-$424,900 Beautiful home in great neighborhood! 4BR custom home designed for comfortable family living. Open floor plan, vaulted FR, granite, HW floors, library, culdesac. Call Linda Diana 203-265-5618
STORES & OFFICES FOR RENT MERIDEN Building for lease. 2000 Sq Ft. 725 East Main St. On Meriden’s Golden Mile. Call (860) 349-8044
HOUSES FOR SALE
WALLINGFORD Totally renovated. Move-in condition. In-town 3 BR, 1.5 Bath 2 story home. Walk-up attic/full basement. Detached garage. All hdwd flrs. Updated mechanicals. Must see to appreciate. PRICE REDUCED $179,900 Call 203-265-1070 MERIDEN-$139,900. Large 3 family near park- 2 units have 3 bedrooms, nice backyard, some notice to show needed but worth the wait. Call Fred Gettner or Silvio Sala for details 203-265-5618
See the great selection of used cars in Marketplace.
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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, December 22, 2011 EDUCATION
CHESHIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS LONG TERM SUBSTITIUTES SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LEVEL
ATTIC & BASEMENTS CLEANED GARY Wodatch Demolition Services. Sheds, pools, decks, garages, concrete walks, patios, Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430 GARY Wodatch Debris removal of any kind. Homeowner’s, contractor’s, small dumpsters avail. Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430 I Want Your Junk Pete In The Pickup 203-886-5110
FENCING
GUTTERS
Over 25 years experience. Call today for free estimates. Call 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887
HANDYPERSONS
JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! FALL Clean-up & LEAF Removal Estates, Homes, Attics, Bsmt, Gar, Yard, Appliances. Free Est 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218
REPAIRS Large or Small. Stairs, railing, interior, exterior, entry door & window replacement done by owner. Also provide addition, finish bsmnt, decks & complete home improvements. Free est. 203-238-1449 #578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com MR. HANDY Home Improvement & Repairs. No Job Too Small. CT Reg #624078 Call Larry (860) 877-5678
CONCRETE & CEMENT
ENGINEERING MAJOR Pro Concrete Craftsman Pavers, Ret. Walls Visit www.muranoservices.net (203) 294-9889 CT#612218
DON’T Freeze this WINTER! Call Duane Plumbing, heating & cooling. Annual furnace & boiler tune-ups & cleanings. Quality work. Major credit cards. Low rates. 203-3798944 #400335-S1
HOME IMPROVEMENTS J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTION Additions, garages, remodeling, kitchens, bathrms, basements, decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d. 203-265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880 DE CA Home Improvement ● Kitchen & Bath ● Flooring, Painting ● Roofing & Siding We provide reliable service. (203) 630-1294 (203) 886-6566 Ins., Free Estimates. CT #624716 MGW HOME IMPROVEMENT Kitchens & Baths, Painting, Windows/Doors, Interior Remodeling, Gutters, Drywall, Decks/Porches & Basements Call MGW!” CT Reg #631942 203 886-8029
HOUSE CLEANING
T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC
Passion. Small offices. Insured. Please call Renata Home 860828-1338 Cell 860-796-5222
JUNK REMOVAL
All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service
SMALL JOBS WELCOME
203-237-2122
I Want Your Junk Pete In The Pickup 203-886-5110
Free Driveway Snowplowing FOR THE 2012 SEASON With every siding contract signed in December. Reg #558927 203-284-0137
Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Sunrms, Additions
203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790
Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Sunrms, Additions
203-237-0350
FREE ROOF SHOVELING FOR THE 2012 SEASON With every roof contract signed in December. Reg #558927 203-284-0137
CT Reg. #516790 MGW HOME IMPROVEMENT Kitchens & Baths, Painting, Windows/Doors, Interior Remodeling, Gutters, Drywall, Decks/Porches & Basements Call MGW!” CT Reg #631942 203 886-8029
DE CA LANDSCAPING Patios & Walks Leaf Removal Snow Plowing We provide reliable service. (203) 630-1294 (203) 886-6566 Ins., Free Estimates. CT #624716 GARY Wodatch Landscape Svs. Hedge/tree trim., trimming over grown properties. Est 1985. All calls returned. #0620397. Office 203-235-7723 cell 860-558-5430 ● ● ●
Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Sunrms, Additions
FALL CLEAN-UP LEAF & YARD CLEAN-UP Curb side pick-up, Tree & Brush Removal. No job too big or small. 203-530-4447
TO APPLY: Call Job Opportunities Line at 203-250-2411. Leave your name, address and the EXACT title of the position for which you are applying and an application will be mailed to you. EOE
HELP WANTED
V. NANFITO
BUS DRIVERS
Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634
Now Hiring/Training
SNOW PLOWING
EXTREME ROOFING Including All Types of Home Improvements. CT#628714 Habla Espanol. Call Joe 860-573-0642
$1000
Sign-On Bonus
For applicants holding CDL-B with PS Endorsement
HOME Solutions $500 off a new roof w/ this ad. Snow removal available 20% off w/ neighbors. Great prices, free estimates. LIC & INS HIC #0631419. 203-631-2991
To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488
Average 20-35 Hrs Per Week Benefits Available Some Paid Holidays
203-294-9889 www.ICEFIGHTERS.org Expert De-Icers Commerical Specialists. Nicholas J Murano LLC, Member: Snow and Ice Management Assn SALT - $130 per Yard. Sand/salt 7:2 DOT mix, $65 per yard, picked up. 100% Calcium chloride icemelt - Safest for concrete! $16.50 per 50lb. bag. Pallet prices available. 24/7. Call 203-238-9846 HOME Solutions $500 off a new roof w/ this ad. Snow removal available 20% off w/ neighbors. Great prices, free estimates. LIC & INS HIC #0631419. 203-631-2991
TREE SERVICES
V. NANFITO Roofing, Siding, Windows, Decks Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634
SERVICES OFFERED
GARY WODATCH LLC Tree Removal, All calls returned Reg #0620397. Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430
Storm Clean-Up Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060
RICK’S affordable Tree limb, brush piles, tree, & under-brush removal. No job too big or small. 17 yrs exp. 203-530-4447.
HELP WANTED
No Experience Necessary
CT Reg. #516790 WINTER Specials- Roofing, Siding, Windows. We do it all. ALEX Home Improvement. Free est. 203-631-8810 CT#583177
C&M CONSTRUCTION YARD Clean-up, Brush, Branches & LEAF REMOVAL. Bsmnt, Gar, Appl’s, Furniture & junk removal. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218 EXTREME LANDSCAPING Fall Cleanups, Vac Truck, Hedge Trim & more. Snowplowing. Com /Res. Great rates. Free estimates. Call Walter 203-619-2877
CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT HIGHEST Quality-LOWEST Price Siding ● Roofing Windows ● Remodeling ● Decks ● Gutters Additions ●Credit cards accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455
203-237-0350
CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT HIGHEST Quality-LOWEST Price Siding ● Roofing Windows ● Remodeling ● Decks ● Gutters Additions ●Credit cards accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455
IF YOU MENTION THIS AD
QUALIFICATIONS: Connecticut teaching certificate or the ability to qualify, with appropriate endorsement(s) and expertise in curriculum sub-areas. Cert. # 065, #265. CLOSING DATE: January 11, 2012 - 4:00 p.m.
O LD T UB N E W T UB . CO M Tub & Tile Resurfacing, Kitchen Cabinet Spraypainting. #553512 1-800-NEWTUB2 BBB A+ Rated
LANDSCAPING
HOUSECLEANING With a ELECTRICAL SERVICE
ROOFING
CT Reg #606277. Give us a Call - WE DO IT ALL! Free estimates. 203-631-1325
203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790
DON’T Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low rates Major credit cards accptd. 203379-8944 lic. #283401 P1
A-1 HANDYMANPLUS
HEATING & COOLING
SIDING
KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING
MR. HANDY Home Improvement & Repairs. No Job Too Small. CT Reg #624078 Call Larry (860) 877-5678 Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Sunrms, Additions
PLUMBING
MEDINA Sewer & Drain Cleaning Services LLC Quality work at affordable prices. 24hr Service Benny Medina 203-909-1099
Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060
CARPENTRY J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTION Additions, garages, remodeling, kitchens, bathrms, basements, decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d. 203-265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880
JUNK REMOVAL
The candidate should have experience working with students with a wide range of disabilities in both inclusive and separate settings. Experience working with autistic and behavior management students preferred. Duties include teaching and co-teaching, as well as participation in the SRBI process, PPT's and parent conferences. It is essential that the candidate demonstrate the ability to write IEPs in accordance with state & federal mandates, be case manager for several special education students, and plan lessons for instructional assistants who work with specific students and groups of students.
Call 203-269-4171 Apply online at:
www.durham schoolservices.com or in person at: 990 Northrup Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492
LINE/BUFFET CHEF FT including every other weekend & holidays, for state of the art premier retirement community in central CT. Must have high quality culinary skills, degree or certificate pref., be professional, dependable and have good communication skills. Great starting rates, 401 K, Medical & Dental, company paid life insurance policy, tuition reimbursement, free membership to Wellness Center. Apply in person weekdays 8a-7p, weekends 10-3 fax resume to HR 203-271-7794, or e mail: AHart@elimpark.org
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Thursday, December 22, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen Advertisement
The Career Tribune www.werecycle.com
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Your Source for Excellent Career Opportunities
Extra! Extra! Great job opportunities available at Meriden Company Who: You!
Time: 3p-7p
This job fair will allow you to talk, face-to-face, about this excellent job opportunity which includes, great benefits, competitive pay and a progressive, environmentally conscious workplace.
When: 12/9, 12/16, 12/21, 1 2 / 29
Applications can be filled out onsite.
What: Job Fair for those interested in working in a fast paced, cutting edge manufacturing environment with a consistent upward trajectory.
Where: WeRecycle! 500 South Broad St. Meriden, CT 06450 What to bring: Your resume and a good attitude!
Seeking qualified applicants with experience in Warehousing, Material Handler, Shipping & Receiving, Machine Operation, Safety, Process Coordination etc…
HELP WANTED
CNC Machinist $18-25/hr 1st shift temp to hire and direct hire opportunities in: Middletown, Deep River, Hartford, Meriden For: ◆
CNC Lathe set up and operate
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CNC Milling set up and operate
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CNC Programming a plus. Please forward resumes to Wallingford@ monroestaffing.com
Or contact Monroe Staffing at 203-265-6699 to schedule an interview
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HELP WANTED ARC of Meriden - Wallingford needs FT/PT/Per Diems for 1st, 2nd, 3rd shift Direct Support Professionals to assist adults w/ developmental disabilities in the community, agency programs & group homes. CPR, First Aid & Med Cert preferred. Valid CT Driver’s License, HS Diploma or GED, recent eval & employer refs req. Background, drug test & physical screening. Apply 200 Research Parkway, Meriden. No phone calls please. great people, real opportunities Morrison Management Specialists, one of the nation's leading specialists dedicated exclusively to healthcare and senior living food and nutrition services, seeks dedicated Dining Room Manager for our location in Wallingford, CT. Must pass background/ drug screen. Please email resume to: MWeis@IamMorrison.com EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
HELP WANTED IF you are looking for a great place to work, an opportunity to earn money and learn a little about insurance, Apply at: www.SFAjobs.com Also fax resume to 203-269-9331 ATTN: Tatia Winecoff, Agent State Farm Insurance Wallingford Fluency in English and Spanish are a Plus! Equal Opportunity Employer IF you are looking for a great place to work, an opportunity to earn money and learn a little about insurance, Apply at: www.SFAjobs.com Also fax resume to 203-269-9331 ATTN: Tatia Winecoff, Agent State Farm Insurance Wallingford Fluency in English and Spanish are a Plus! Equal Opportunity Employer
Find your dream home in Marketplace
HELP WANTED
APPRENTICES/JOURNEYMEN Minimum 2 years experience. Please call OJ Mann Electric (203) 250-8715 PROPERTY APPRAISER Assists the Town Assessor in all phases of the property appraisal function; Applicants must have an A.S. degree in economics, business, finance, real estate or related field + 3 Yrs of real estate or appraisal experience or an equivalent combination of education & qualifying exp substituting on a year-for-year basis. Must have a valid driver’s license. Salary: $28.33 - $35.57 hr + an excellent fringe benefit pkg. Apply: Personnel Dpt, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main St.,Wallingford, Ct 06492, (203) 294-2080. Fax (203) 294-2084. The closing date will be that date the 50th application form/resume is received, or Jan 6, 2012, whichever occurs 1st. EOE
Anvil Place Apts.
1226672
Directions: www.werecycle.com see contact : Connecticut/Directions
New Britain Newly constructed 2 bedroom apts for active adults over 55.
$900-$925. Fully applianced with washer/dryer. Wall to wall carpet, central air, parking garage, community room, elevators.
FIRST MONTH RENT FREE! Please call 860-257-1330 or 860-223-0546
HELP WANTED
DRIVER Experienced Reefer Drivers & Independent Contractors needed for Regional Positions. Top of the line equipment and plenty of freight. Call Today! 877-491-1112 or www.primeinc.com
HELP WANTED HOUSEKEEPING/Laundry Aides/ Porters-Now accepting applications. Must apply in person. Village Green of Wlfd, 55 Kondracki Ln., Wlfd. QC INSPECTOR Experience with metal stamping required. 1st shift. Competitive wages & benefits. Apply at Companion Industries, 891 West Queen St. Southington CT 06489 SEAMLESS Gutter Installers. Excellent benefits & pay. Must have experience and valid CT driver’s license. Apply in person: New England Building Products, 45 Golden Street, Meriden. 203-235-7981 SERVICE TECHNICIAN Local oil co. seeking F/T service tech. Min. B-2 and A/C exp. required. 401K, medical & paid Vac. Send resume to: Kevin@romanoil.com Or call 203-235-3371 WAREHOUSE Worker needed for FT position. Must have basic math/computer skills & familiarity w/auto parts. Reasonable pay & benefits. Call 860-301-2330. Leave message.
MEDICAL CAREERS Growing Medical/Ophthalmology Practice Is seeking experienced applicants for the following positions:
Ophthalmic Technician Medical Assistant Experience preferred but will train promising/ exceptional applicants. FT Positions with regular assigned hours. Excellent compensation & opportunity Cheshire/Hamden/Branford West Haven locations Fax resume 203-281-2742
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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, December 22, 2011
Parks Continued from page 15
We’ve gathered on this page to say,
HAVE A HAPPY HOLIDAY!
For one thing we all know is true, Is we owe our success to each one of you!
We value your business. KENSINGTON AUTO SERVICE Ltd. 89 Harding Street Kensington, CT 860-829-7377 www.kensingtonautoservice.com
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for 8 weeks beginning Jan. 9 at First Class Martial Arts and Fitness, 158 Mill St. Prior registrants of both Karate classes are not eligible. Deadline to register is Jan. 5. ABC for you and me Arts and Crafts — For ages preschool to five years old. Class includes fun making arts and crafts and learning the ABC’s. Class meets Thursdays, 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. beginning Jan. 12. Class is limited to eight children. Art for Two – A parent and child art class for kindergarten through grade 2 meets Saturday Feb. 11 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Community Center. Soccer Madness — For girls and boys 3 1/2 to 5 years old. Learn basic soccer skills through unique games and fun activities. Parents are welcome to participate. Class meets at the Community Center on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m. for six weeks. Class begins Feb. 7. Performing Arts Inc. — Classes are held at the Community Center on Mondays for seven weeks beginning Feb. 6. for kindergarten through grade 6. Various classes include theater games concentration exercises, voice and speech, improvisational exercises, acting terminology, sense memory, subtext, stage skills and script work. For complete details, cost and sign up instructions, call (860) 828-7009 or visit www.town.berlin.ct.us. Red Cross Babysitting — For 11 years old and up, the course offers the opportunity to develop skills in leadership and professionalism, learn how to take care of children from infants up to school age, child development, basic care, simple cooking and crafts, safety, safe play and first aid. Students will receive a babysitting manual and a certificate (upon successfully completing the course). Classes are held at the Community Center on Jan. 24 and 31 or Feb. 22 and 29. Basketball Girls second grade — Program begins Saturday, Jan. 7 for eight weeks at Griswold Elemen-
tary School from 1 to 2 p.m. This is an instructional program, there will be limited time set aside each week for games. Basketball Boys second grade - Program begins Saturday, Jan. 7 for eight weeks at Griswold Elementary School from noon to 1 p.m. or 2 to 3 p.m. This is an instructional program, there will be limited time set aside each week for games. Men’s 31+ Basketball — Program meets Tuesdays at McGee Middle School from 6 to 9 p.m. from Dec. 6 through March 27. Drop-ins are welcome. Teams are formed on a nightly basis. Women’s 30+ Volleyball — Program meets Wednesdays at Berlin High School from 6 to 7:30 p.m. from Jan. 4 through April 4. Drop-ins are welcome. Teams are formed on a nightly basis. Pilates – Pilates classes are held at the Community Center. Core Blast Pilates - Exercises are designed to strengthen and stretch every muscle in the body while also improving balance. Classes meet Mondays, 6 to 7 p.m. for 10 weeks beginning Jan. 9. Power-Up Pilates - Class provides a full body workout integrating the lengthening and stretching principles of traditional Pilates and add strength training. Classes meet Wednesdays, from 7 to 8 p.m. beginning Jan. 11. 20/20 FUNKtion Pilates A 20 minute dance workout with music followed by a 20 minute strength and conditioning segment. Classes meet Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7 p.m. beginning Jan. 11. Stretch Pilates for Seniors: 60 years and older In addition to strengthening the core and maintaining loose, limber limbs, particular attention will be made to help improve posture and balance. Additional stretching exercises will be provided to help increase flexibility and help create body awareness, maintain muscle strength, improve balance, and maintain range of motion in joints in order to help keep you mobile and active. Pilates should help reduce back and joint pain. Classes meet Mondays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. beginning Jan. 9.
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