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Thursday, Februar y 25, 2010

Schools’ proposed budget asks for 1.91 percent increase Salary freeze helps keep expenses down for 2010-2011 By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library recently held a stuffed animal sleepover event as part of its school vacation week programs. Program participants, with their plush friends, are: Brett Hodas, Lara Hodas, Sam Turgeon, Will Turgeon, Marek Grabowski, Taryn Gozio, Breslin Grozio, Stefanie Powlin, Zachary Wall, Amy Wall, Luke Lanteri, Lisa Lanteri. For more fun vacation photos see page 15.

The Board of Education is scheduled to meet with the Town Council’s finance committee in early March to present its budget for 20102011. The proposed budget asks for an increase of $696,466 over the current operating budget; an increase of 1.91 percent. The current operational budget is $36.5

million. “ T h i s budget represents an extremely efficient use of limited res o u r c e s while pres e r v i n g Brochu those elements necessary to ensure student learning,” President Gary Brochu said in a letter to Town Manager Denise McNair that accompanied the board’s budget proposal. “We designed this budget, in part, when we did last

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Lively discussion with Larson hits on tough topics By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

Congressman John B. Larson led a lively — and at times contentious — discussion of the issues when he visited Berlin Feb. 19 on what was billed as a “seniors listening tour.” Several members of the audience, at the Berlin community center meeting, pressed Larson with pointed questions about health care, immigration policies, and the loss of business overseas. A man who identified himself as a member of the Tea Party asked “Where is the transparency in government?” Larson said he welcomed the tough questions and that on his tour he’d gotten “a good going over” at times. “You have to hold people ac-

countable and you can’t hold them accountable if they don’t hear from the people.” Charles Vigra of Kensington was one of those who had a list of questions with which he was ready to quiz Larson. At the top was whether or not the congressman read every bill he signed. “No, I don’t,” Larson said explaining that, with many bills running a thousand pages or more, it’s “impossible to read every bill.” Instead, he receives a briefing on legislation from staff and from the committee handling the bill. On important legislation, the bill is thoroughly gone over by him and his staff. Larson, a Democrat, who has represented the 1st Dis-

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Congressman John B. Larson takes a question from a constituent during a listenSee Larson, page 14 ing tour stop at Berlin’s community center last week.

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School population forecast to decline in next decade By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

Newly updated enrollment data shows Berlin public schools are likely to continue to lose students over the next decade. That information was the focus of an annual report included in the Board of Education’s latest budget documents. Prepared by consultant Peter Prowda, the report on “Berlin Public School enroll-

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or about .57 percent. Of this, $99,221 is for administrative salaries; $14,271 is for certified salaries and $93,567 is for non certified salaries such as secretaries, custodians, tutors, substitutes and non bargaining employees. Some of those increases are contracted, Brochu said. The 2010-2011 request includes no new staff or programs. The board has “essentially managed to freeze spending” in many of the largest accounts, according to budget documents. “We’re trying to approach this in a way that is thoughtful and constructive and that will minimize the budget impact over a number of years,” Brochu said. Holding the line on utility and health

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College in applied science and for automotive technician. Reminiscing about the business, Lenny Tubbs said it’s changed a lot. For instance, cars these days sport a computer on almost every part of the vehicle. Lenny Tubbs pointed to a laptop used exclusively to store the factory level diagnostic equipment for Chrysler and Ford vehicles. Back in 1985, he and his wife only had enough money to buy a house or start a business. They took the risk and started the business, figuring that if they bought the house, they may never again have the money to start a business. Lenny Tubbs originally opened the business in a two bay garage on New Britain Road. In December 1993, he relocated the business to Farmington Avenue. Three years ago, he moved to his current location on Harding Street.

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cellent. At the end of the survey, the AAA rated the repair shop a 796 out of a total of 800 points. Approximately 80 percent of the customers of Kensington Auto live in town, according to Tubbs. Others come from nearby New Britain and Newington. What do customers do for Lenny Tubbs? “Oh, you would be surprised,” Lenny Tubbs said. “They would come in here when my grandkids were born with money and they would say ‘start a bank account or saving bond for them’.” Tubbs said some customers even come for a hug and, he notes, his son has developed fans — old and young alike — at the garage, too. For more information about Kensington Auto Service, go to www.kensingtonautoservice.com.

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“Some people said I was stupid for living in the town that I work in. To me, it was ridiculous if I didn’t.” When Lenny Tubbs moved to Berlin, he wanted to become involved in the community. He started coaching Little League — even before his children were able to participate. “Now, I am coaching my grandchildren.” Lenny Tubbs has coached for over 20 years. Formally a member of Kiwanis, he is currently involved heavily in the Lion’s club performing various volunteer positions. What does this strong work ethic and community involvement get for Lenny Tubbs? Customers who are loyal and satisfied. In 2004, the AAA (American Automobile Association) conducted a random cus-

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Faith Briefs

Kensington Congregational

Lenten Pot Luck suppers are scheduled for Wednesday, March 3, Tuesday, March 9 and Tuesday, March 16 at the Kensington Congregational Church. Dinner is at 6 p.m.; program at 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Bring a dish to share. The program schedule is: Wednesday, March 3 – presentation by Pastor Olivia Robinson. What is a Taize service?; Tuesday, March 9 – presentation by Seminarian Carol Lewis on human trafficking; and Tuesday, March

16 - presentation by Niti Lindsay on a trip to India. The Kensington Congregational Church Christian Education program has scheduled a parent/child playgroup for Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. The group meets on a “drop in” basis, in the crib room in the Reeves Center, 185 Sheldon St. All children, from infants to preschoolers, are welcome. For more information call (860) 828-4511.

scheduled to meet Thursday, March 4 at 6 p.m. in Father Carroll Hall at Sacred Heart Church, East Berlin. The annual Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner will be followed by a short business meeting. Irish balladeer Dan Ringrose will provide the entertainment. For For more information, cost and tickets, call Lou Marzi at (860) 829-2989, Dick Colamussi at (860) 2299137 or Carol Dauphin at (860) 828-9964.

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6:30 p.m. The evening includes the Stations of the Cross led by Father Martin, a soup and bread supper and a business meeting. All ladies of the parish are welcome.

Bethany Covenant Bethany Covenant Church invites children ages 5-9 to join the LEGO Builder’s Club Monday, March 1, 8, 15 and 22 from 6 to 7 p.m. Building projects, competitions, model building tips and more. Space is limited to the first 20 “Brick Masters.”

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United Methodist The United Methodist Churches of East Berlin and Kensington have scheduled a Lenten Series for each Thursday through March 25. The program, from 7 to 8 p.m., will center around the Biblical and practical aspects of strengthening our faith community. The schedule is: Thursdays, March 4, 18 and 25 at Kensington; Thursday, March 11 at East Berlin.

Obituaries

Vincent C. Lewandowski

Vincent C. Lewandowski, 71, of Kensington, died Feb.12, 2010 at UCONN Medical Center after a short illness. He was the beloved husband for 48 years of Helen (Chrapowitzky) Lewandowski. He was born and raised in New Britain, son of the late John and Helen (Karnasiewicz) Lewandowski, later moving to Kensington where he lived for 43 years. He graduated from New Britain High School and Seton Hall University, served in the Army Reserves as a Lieu-

tenant Colonel and retired from the State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families as a program supervisor. After he retired, he worked for the Connecticut Fire Academy, and was a consultant for the Town of Berlin. He was committed to his country and to the Fire Service as a member of the Kensington Fire Department where he served on the Board of Directors, was president, commissioner, and Chief of Department from 1987-1993, during his 34 years of service. A member of St. Paul Church in Kensington and Holy Cross Church in New Britain, he was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 3675 and a past Faithful Navigator with the Fourth Degree Assembly 1508. He was a member of the Italian Political Independent

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Club and several fire service organizations. He was a truly decent and sincere person who loved to laugh, was a friend to everyone and helpful to all. He loved creative cooking and would always “dare to be different.” His passions included fishing at the family camp in Vermont, Polish traditions, Notre Dame football, and most of all his family, especially being Dziadzi to his beloved grandchildren. In addition to his loving wife, he leaves his two sons, Mark and his wife Nancy of Berlin and Brian and his wife Laura and his beloved grandchildren Gwyneth and Aaron all of Accokeek, Md.; his brother Conrad and his wife Virginia of Southington; his father-in-law Arthur Chrapowitzky of Farmington; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Francis Perrone and his wife Carol of Canton and Keith Mawson and his wife Nancy of Marietta, Ga.; and several nephews and nieces. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the UCONN Medical Center for the wonderful and compassionate care given to Vincent during his illness. Services were held on Feb.

16, 2010 at the Burritt Hill Funeral Home, New Britain, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Paul Church, Kensington. Interment with military honors followed in Sacred Heart Cemetery, New Britain. Memorial Donations may be made to the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave., Kensington, CT 06037 or to Saint Paul Church, 467 Alling St., Kensington, CT 06037. To share a memory with his family, please visit us at www.burritthill.com.

Sandra R. Hodgkins Sandra R. (Platash) Hodgkins, 64, of Kensington, loving wife of Harv e y - J o e Hodgkins, died Feb. 16, 2010 at The Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain. Born in New Britain, the daughter of the late Michael and the late Jean (Pienkos) Platash, she graduated from New Britain High School in 1963, was employed at Stanley-Svea before retiring from New Britain Machine Company,

and was a member of St. Paul Church. A loving mother and grandmother, in addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters and sonsin-law, Dawn and Chris Davis of Monroe and Jennifer and David Iacino of Barkhamsted; a sister, Gloria Cliff of Southington; six grandchildren, Jeremy, Noah, Colin, Gianna, Lauren, and Erin, and several nieces and nephews. A Funeral Liturgy was held Feb. 20, 2010 at St. Paul Church, Kensington. Burial was in Sacred Heart Cemetery, New Britain. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 306 Industrial Park Road, Suite 105, Middletown, CT 06457. Her family would like to express special thanks to Berlin Visiting Nurses. Porter’s Funeral Home, Kensington is assisting the family.

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Malvina (Lanza) Lamkins, 94, of Kensington, the widow of Royal David Lamkins Sr., died Feb. 19, 2010 at a local convalescent home. Born in Kensington, the daughter of the late Arnold and the late Maria (Seravalli) Lanza, she was a member of St. Paul Church and the Berlin Seniors. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Royal and Mary Lamkins of Kensington and Kenneth and Kathleen Lamkins of Berlin; a sister, Florence Clancy in Florida; six grandchildren, Jon, Dena, Karrie, Kandice, Kenneth, and Kevin; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A Funeral Liturgy was held Feb. 23, 2010 at St. Paul Church, Kensington. Burial was in West Lane Cemetery. Porter’s Funeral Home, Kensington assisted the family.

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received an Associate’s degree in accounting from Tunxis Community College and a Bachelor’s degree in accounting from Central Connecticut State University, and was employed at Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance company until her retirement. She was a member of Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church in South Windsor, Phi Beta Kappa, and Hartford Saengerbund. In addition to her husband and her mother, she is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Krisl and Robert Beres of Oakville and Lydia and Christian Teutsch of Dumfries, Va.; a brother, Robert Evans of Lynwood, Mich.; two sisters, Dale Bragiel of Auburn, Mich. and Lois Keoshian of Caro, Mich.; four grandchildren, Savannah and Abigail Teutsch, and Andrew and Matthew Beres; and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service was held Feb. 24, 2010 at Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, South Windsor. Burial was in Maple Cemetery, Berlin. Memorial donations may be made to The Gynecologic Cancer Foundation, 230 W.

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Therese F. (Rheaume) Bergeron, “Memere”, 84, of Kensington, formerly of Ossipee, N.H. and Wolfeboro, N.H., died Feb. 13, 2010 at the Central Connecticut Hospital, New Britain. She was the beloved mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother, born Nov. 23, 1925 in Haverhill, Mass., the daughter of the late Donat and Exilie (Grenier) Rheaume. She was a graduate of Lawrence Academy of Cosmetology. She was a hairdresser and owner of Therese’s Beauty Salon for 38 years. She moved to Wolfeboro, N.H. in 1968, where she was also co-owner of Paul’s Family Shoe Store in Wolfeboro, N.H. She was the widow of the late Paul J. Bergeron and is survived by her children Ronald P. Bergeron and his wife Linda of Ossipee, N.H., Jerry R. Bergeron and his wife Gayle of Ossipee, N.H., Paula S. Bisaccia and her husband Len of Kensington; nine grandchildren, Michelle McNamara, Brian Bergeron, Jennifer Bergeron, Joanna Pecor, Jaimee Bergeron, Courtney Bergeron, Hannah Bergeron, Shawnna Kelly, Ryan Kelly; 10 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Her brothers Roland Rheaume and Donald Rheaume predeceased her. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Feb. 20, 2010 at St Josephs Catholic Church, Center Ossipee, N.H. Burial will be in Pine Hill Cemetery, Wolfeboro, NH in the spring. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105.

was employed for many years at the Anthony Rao Store. She was a corporator of the New Britain-Berlin YMCA, a member of the Salvation Army Auxiliary, a member of St. Joseph’s Church and had been an aide at St. Joseph’s School. She is survived by a son John and his wife Nannette Lanza of Atco, N.J.; two grandchildren, Suzanne Lanza and Ryan Lanza; two sisters Florence Garner of New Britain and Theresa Glownia of Kensington and a brother Alfred and his wife Joan Gagliardi of Kensington. Services were be held Feb. 19, 2010 from the Farrell Funeral Home, New Britain with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church, New Britain. Burial was in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army 78 Franklin Sq. New Britain, CT 06051. To light a candle or send a memorial condolence, visit www.farrellfuneralhome.co m.

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Cordelia “Cordie” (Kilbourne) Johnson, 104, of Avery Heights, Hartford, widow of Charles A. Johnson, died Feb. 14, 2010 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. A New Britain native, daughter of the late Edward Osgood Kilbourne and Ellen (Wells) Kilbourne, she was a former Kensington resident for 50 years, moving to Hartford in 1991. She was a graduate of New Britain High School, Class of 1923, and of the Connecticut College for Women in New London. She was an English Teacher at Berlin High School for 20 years, retiring in 1974, had formerly worked for the New Britain Welfare Department; and later worked part time at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library in Kensington. She was a member of the Kensington Congregational Church, she worked for a supporting committee of the Berlin Visiting Nurse Association and also helped organize the Library at Avery Heights. Surviving is a son, R. Wells Johnson of Brunswick, Maine; two daughters, Barbara Riss and her husband Walter of Greenvale, Long Island, N.Y. and Karin Herdey and her husband Hellmut of Yorktown, Va.; eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Besides her husband Charles, she was predeceased by a brother, Wells Kilbourne and a granddaughter, Dawn Herdey. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Avery Heights, 705 New Britain Avenue, Hartford. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Avenue, Kensington, CT 06037 or to the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 240 Kensington Road, Kensington, CT 06037. The Carlson Funeral Home, New Britain is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share a memory or note of sympathy at www.carlsonfuneralhome.com.

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Meetings The Berlin AARP Board of Directors are scheduled to meet on Monday, March 8 at 10 a.m. at the Berlin Senior Center. The monthly Chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 16 at 1:15 p.m. also at the Senior Center. A Tea-Cup Auction will be held after the meeting. Members will donate new and almost new items for the auction. Tickets will be sold beforehand and placed in the cups in front of each item for

Classes Senior Safe Driver Classes, sponsored by Berlin AARP Chapter 3035, are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, March 24 and 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Community Center. Both classes must be attended to receive the certificate that entitles a discount on auto insurance premium. Pre-registration is required as the class size is limited. For more information and cost, call Barbara Dixon at (860) 828-6295.

Lady Red Birds The Berlin Lady Red Birds, chapter of the Red Hat Society, has scheduled a day trip on Thursday, March 11 to see a live program at WFSB Channel 3, a buffet lunch in Hartford at the Officers Club and a visit to the Science Center. A bus will depart at 9 a.m. from the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library parking lot and return at 4:30 p.m. For details and price, call Rose Wollman at (860) 225-3966.

Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance. To order or cancel a meal, call Perry at (860) 6708546 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Following is a list of lunches for the week of March 1 at the Senior Center. Monday, March 1: Turkey a la King over seasoned brown rice, broccoli florets, biscuit, pineapple chunks. Tuesday, March 2: Vegetable soup with crackers, ham salad, carrot raisin salad, homemade potato salad, sesame bun, gingerbread with lemon sauce. Wednesday, March 3: BBQ pork ribs with sauce, corn nibblets, seasoned spinach, corn muffin, fresh seasonal fruit.

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dedication impacted family life. “I always brought along something to do, a book to read,” recalled Helen Lewandowski who was married to Vincent Lewandowski for 48 years. “We’d be driving along and there’d be a call and he’d be gone, so I had something to do just in case. You never knew how long the fire call would last.” Vincent Lewandowski had

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a long military career and retired as a lieutenant colonel. Among the many organizations he volunteered with, he served with the Kensington Fire Department for 34 years, including as department chief, from 1987 to 1993. That duty overlapped, with son Mark Lewandowski’s service, for nearly three decades. “It was a thing we did together that was rewarding. We got to stand side by side together and fight fires and help people. We worked, argued, laughed and

cried together,” Mark Lewandowski said. Helen Lewandowski said her husband’s legacy is evident in their two sons. Brian Lewandowski works for the government in the Homeland Security department. “He was very proud of our sons. Two very important things to him were serving your country and helping people. Each of our sons followed (in doing that) in their own way.”

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Berlin Chamber members voice ideas Commentary by Executive Director Kate Fueschsel

During January and February the Berlin Chamber of Commerce conducted a webbased survey to assess the value of its Fueschsel services and programs among members. More than 80 members participated in the electronic survey, setting a record response rate of nearly 40 percent. With the help of Chamber member Karen Jarmon, president of Rose Marketing Group, the BCC Strategic Planning Committee explored the areas to be included, the type of questions and ways to rate responses, and how long the survey would take for participants to com-

plete. The twenty-two-question survey used a rating system that allowed participants to tell us why they originally joined the chamber, what chamber programs and events were important to them and how we were doing in meeting their needs. Many respondents elaborated on particular points providing great ideas for what they want the Chamber to provide. Results show marketing and advertising opportunities as the most important benefits. Publications such as the Chamber’s Channel Newsletter, Member Directory and Town Resource Guide along with the piggyback mailings are very popular and viewed as a great value. Referrals and networking opportunities are quite important as well. Most of the respondents also requested an increase in networking

events such as evening socials, business breakfasts and luncheons and more collaborative events with surrounding Chambers. The Strategic Planning Committee will use the survey results in expanding and revamping the chamber’s services and programs to ensure that we provide our members with valuable benefits. If you are interested in working with the committee in this effort or to learn more about our programs and events, please call our office at (860)-829-1033. Together we can maintain a strong Berlin business community. The chamber welcomes these new members: Capital Workforce Partners, CT Amateur Jai Alai, LLC, Cut Loose Hair Salon, eBeneftis Group Northeast, LLC, SJ Biella Enterprises.

Government Meetings

Thursday, Feb. 25 Planning & Zoning Commission, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Public Building Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 1 Historic District, Town Hall Room 7, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 2 Inland/Wetlands Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Town Council, Town Hall Council Cham-

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bers, 7 p.m. Veterans Commission, American Legion Post 68, Porters Pass, 7 p.m. Monday, March 8 Board of Education, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Economic Development, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Public Health Nursing Services VNA, Town Hall Room A, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 9 Conservation Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 6:30 p.m.

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Be a good sport To the editor: I am a Berlin resident, a former Berlin High School student and the daughter of Coach Bill Gibney. After reading the recent letters in The Berlin Citizen, I was ashamed and embarrassed by the behavior of some of the Berlin basketball fans at the recent games. Anyone who attended games during the 30-plus years my father coached at Berlin High School should remember “good sportsmanship.” Booing and rude behavior was not tolerated. Coach Gibney would call a “time out”, walk to the center of the court, wait for total silence, then give a calm lecture about the meaning of sportsmanship. He would ask anyone who could not be respectful to leave the game. I remember being a little embarrassed at the time, but today, I couldn’t be more proud of my dad. I could only hope that the coaches, players, students and fans would remember, if just for a moment, to be “good sports” and behave respectfully everywhere, but

especially in the William A. Gibney gymnasium. I would like to be proud of the Berlin fans, and if my dad could still be at those games, I would like him to be proud too. Nancy Gibney Klepacki Berlin

Protect your pets To the editor: A reminder to pet owners to keep your pets inside whether the weather is cold or hot. And, by the way, pets can actually have physical contact with their humans when they are in the house (not the basement or garage.) Humans with pets, who ignore them, should be left out in the cold or hot weather for punishment and given a stiff fine. Sure would put states in the black! I guess I would make a pretty poor lawmaker. I’m honest, firm and not afraid to make decisions. I wouldn’t make it. Or wouldn’t be allowed to. Again, pets inside…they give so much and ask for so little. Kathy Baich Kensington

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Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen

Commentary

Will it be a surprise birthday party for Berlin? Commentary by Olivia L. Lawrence

Talk about an important date sneaking up on us. May 2010 marks the 225th anniversary of Berlin’s incorporation as a town. That auspicious date is just beginning to get some buzz. And it doesn’t leave us a lot of time to get this party started. A major event like this could take years of planning — but we no longer have that luxury. Berlin’s birthday is right around the corner. The surprise might just be on everyone in town if we dilly-dally and have to send Berlin one of those “sorry I forgot your birthday” cards. The good thing about a town birthday is that you can celebrate it all year long in a lot of different ways. There already are a few things in the works, but as one organizer said, no one group can pull off a town wide celebration — we’re all going to have to pitch in. And when I say

Historic Farmington Avenue “we” — The Citizen is ready to help publicize and promote all activities related to the 225th. We’re excited about it. Here’s what’s happening so far. The Berlin Historical Society is preparing a timeline of major town events that occurred during these past two and a quarter centuries. That project will be on display at the society’s

museum at The Berlin Fair in the fall. Over at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Assistant Director Cathy Nelson and amateur historian John Winarski have been putting on a series of lectures over the past couple of weeks that detail the history of the town from 1785 through to today. The mayor and other officials have also begun to con-

Meet the Colón family (Would you like to have your family featured in an upcoming edition? If so, time is running out, We will publish the“Meet the family” feature through March. Participation is fun and easy. To have your family featured please send an email to news@theberlincitizen.com or call (860) 829-5720.) Tell us about your family. We are Philip and Amanda Colón and Ciara, 2. Our dog is Eastwood. We run the Dairy Queen on Farmington Avenue which has been owned by Amanda’s parents, Gary and Linda Somerset since 1980. What kinds of fun adventures do you have in Berlin? The most exciting day of the season is opening day at Dairy Queen when we reunite with our customers. This year marks the 30th season the family has been operating in Kensington and we feel it’s been a privilege to serve the community. What do you like to do for fun ? During our free time, we enjoy traveling, spending time with friends and family, and taking our daughter, Ciara and our dog, Eastwood, for walks around our neighborhood. Phil can’t wait for the snow to melt and for the grass to grow as he loves to cut the grass and landscape. We can always think of a new project Philip and Amanda Colón pose with to do outside. their daughter, Ciara, 2.

template the possibilities for recognizing this passage. You can groan when I say, it, but yes, it’s going to take a village. By the way, I didn’t find any fancy name for a 225th celebration. Basically, it’s a bicentennial plus 25. Perhaps not the most rhapsodized of birthdays, but one that definitely needs acknowledgement. In the words of an anonymous commentator who wrote about another town’s 225: “It is a time for reflecting, a time for rejoicing, a time for remembering, and a time for people to come together as a community.” I’m betting this community will get together and devise a celebration or two. Berlin has so many folks with the know-how to pull off a great event. There’s the annual town wide UpBeat picnic which happens in May — the town’s official birthday month. Well, how about a giant birthday cake to go with those hot dogs? The fire departments have thrilled us with parades and musters — how about the muster to end all musters as a tribute to our fair burg? The Parks and Recreation Department has experience with parades, too. For many

years they organized the annual children’s parade. In recent years, the staff has helped organize the downtown Scarecrow Contest. Maybe this year the theme could have a Berlin birthday twist. And of course, there’s The Berlin Fair where the historical society’s 225th tribute is underway. But there’s no doubt the Lions could help ramp up the birthday hoopla. Residents’ dedication to Berlin’s history has been demonstrated many times with projects such as the renovation of Worthington Meeting House and walking tours of Worthington Ridge. Perhaps there is a way to tie those kinds of activities into the upcoming anniversary. Berlin also can boast of many musicians, artist, cooks, photographers, actors and crafters, garden clubs and philanthropists who’ve made notable contributions to special Berlin events. The 225th is another chance to share those talents. What do you think? How should we celebrate? What does Berlin’s 225th mean to you? We’ll be talking about this much more in the days ahead. Drop us an email with your thoughts at news@theberlincitizen.com.

Berlin Briefs College planning night at BHS

Golf tournament

The Berlin High School Counseling Department has scheduled its annual Junior College Planning Evening for Thursday, March 4 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the high school auditorium. A power point presentation by the counseling staff is planned, followed by a question and answer period from college representatives from Tunxis Community College, Central Connecticut State University, University of Connecticut and University of Hartford. For more information, call

Friends of Berlin Baseball has scheduled the 5th annual golf tournament to benefit the Berlin High School baseball team for Sunday, May 2 at Timberlin Golf Course. Shot gun start is at 12:30 p.m. For more information, donations, registration and cost, contact Hank Matuszak at (860) 829-2281, Brad Parsons at (860) 828-1660, Rob Sylvester at (860) 828-5821 or Don Dellaquila at (860) 8287668.

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BHS Class of 1964 – Berlin High School Class of 1964 has scheduled a meeting for Thursday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. at the Italian Club, Harding Street. The meeting is to plan an informal class of ’64 get-together. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. in rooms 1–3 at the community center. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255. Boys Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 41, sponsored and chartered by Bethany Covenant Church, meets Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. at Bethany Covenant. For more information, call Scoutmaster Joe Greco at (860) 828-8579 or email joe@betterbooksltd.com. Decorating – The Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Party is scheduled to work

on decorations Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Willard School basement. Projects are available for all levels of talents. All adults are welcome. For more information call (860) 828-7425.

Friday

Boys Swimming – BHS vs. Platt/Maloney at Platt/Maloney, 6 p.m. Willard PTO – The Willard Elementary School PTO has scheduled a gold and silver buying night for Friday, Feb. 26 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Bring your broken and/or unwanted gold and silver to this PTO fundraiser

Saturday

Recycling Center – The Town of Berlin Recycling Center, 19 Town Farm Lane, is scheduled for be open Sat-

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urday, Feb. 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ice Hockey – BHS vs. Sheehan at Newington Arena, 8 p.m.

Mar. 2

Tuesday

Pasta supper – American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules an all-youcan-eat pasta supper every Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit scholarships, the fishing derby, the baseball team and more. For more information and cost, call the Post at (860) 828-9102 after5 p.m. Kensington Garden Club – The Kensington Garden Club is scheduled to meet Tuesday, March 2 at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. Business meeting is at 5:45 p.m.; “Unusual Shade Plants for Your Garden” program is at 7 p.m. Guest speaker is Mark Abramski from Hardscrabble Nursery. The program is free. The public is welcome. For more information visit www.kensingtongardenclub.com.

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trict in the House of Representatives since 1999, knew he was meeting with a populace that was dealing with “wars on two fronts, a deep recession, and unemployment” among other woes. Using highlights from President Obama’s State of the Union address, Larson talked about “the pillars of economic recovery” which, he said, must include improvements to the country’s energy policy, educational system, health care system and job creation initiatives. The congressman spoke of the “struggle in the senate to get legislation passed” due to obstructive measures by the opposition, such as filibustering. During his time “home” in Connecticut, Larson said he was traveling around the

The Berlin Citizen Thursday, February 25, 2010

Committee meeting – The Berlin High School Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Committee is scheduled to meet Tuesday, March 2 at 6 p.m. in the library at Willard Elementary School. All parents and volunteers are welcome. Decorating – The Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Party is scheduled to work on decorations Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Willard School basement. Projects are available for all levels of talents. All adults are welcome. For more information call (860) 828-7425. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings at the Kensington firehouse. For more 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 more information, call Troop Committee Chair at (860) 829-1832. Ice Hockey – BHS vs. Watertown-Pomperaug at Newington Arena, 8 p.m. state talking with small business owners, chambers of commerce, veterans and seniors. He spoke at length about efforts to get health care passed, something the government had been talking about doing “since Truman.” According to Larson, “The House plan is a good plan. We want to provide everybody with the same opportunities members of Congress have.” One man in the audience complained that illegal immigrants were able to get fully paid for medical care, and that he wasn’t, as his insurance only covered certain items. “Remember, we are a nation of immigrants—” Larson began. “Legal immigrants,” interrupted many people in the audience. Larson explained his position. The intent is to help il-

Wednesday

Sisters in Quilting – The Berlin Sisters in Quilting is scheduled to meet on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. The meeting consists of a business meeting, raffle, snack, program and sharing of members quilting. All are welcome.

Thursday

Forever Young Club The Forever Young Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, March 4 at 6 p.m. in Father Carroll Hall at Sacred Heart Church, East Berlin. The annual Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner will be followed by a short business meeting. Irish balladeer Dan Ringrose will provide the entertainment. For For more information, cost and tickets, call Lou Marzi at (860) 829-2989, Dick Colamussi at (860) 229-9137 or Carol Dauphin at (860) 8289964. legal immigrants, who are otherwise working and living here as citizens in good standing, to “find a path forward.” Larson said those who are here illegally are typically brought in to the country for commercial reasons. While those immigrants should be fined, they should then be assisted with moving towards a legal status. Larson also spoke about the need to use economic stimulus funds for information-based infrastructure projects. While bridge and roads, for example, are one focus, it’s also important to emphasize the need for broadband and other communication infrastructure. “We need to help people tap into information. With a knowledge-based populace we can remain a world power and an economic might,” Larson said.

Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen

The Buzz Around Berlin

Vacation week fun

Jakob Price, 9, a student at Griswold Elementary School works on a aerodynamic project along with T.J. Grant, 6, a St. Paul School student.

Citizen photos by Olivia L. Lawrence

Kids came to the Community Center for vacation programs offered last week by the Parks and Recreation Department. “Flying high” — areo-dynamic crafts — was the theme when The Citizen dropped by one day. Air hockey and ping-pong were two other popular activities to pass the time until school resumed Feb. 22.

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The Berlin Citizen Thursday, February 25, 2010

Powers second in Class M, Redcoats ninth By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

It has been a whirlwind couple of months for Mason Powers. In December, the junior helped lead Berlin High School to its first state championship in football. Then, with celebratory events still in full-swing, Powers turned his attention to wrestling. His transition from the football field to the mat was a seamless one. Wrestling at 215 pounds, Powers rolled up a regular season record of 28-2 this winter and earned the No. 1 seed in the CIAC Class M state tournament, held this past weekend in Willimantic. The physical junior battled his way to the finals at the event. There, he fell to Waterford’s Luke Wiggins, a senior, 3-1. A consummate competitor, Powers took the loss hard. The fact that Powers’ resume includes a state championship in football was of little consolation. “I’m pretty disappointed, but I gave it my all,” Powers

said. “I feel like I could have done better. But it is what it is,” he added. “There’s nothing you can do about it now.” Powers topped Wiggins in January. Last season, Wiggins got the best of Powers three times. “One reason why I came out for wrestling was for football; to become more agile. Another was just because I love the sport,” Powers said. “And the third reason was to beat the kid I wrestled (Wiggins). He’s been a rival for two years now, and it’s gotten pretty hectic.” Although a state title was not to be, BHS coach Dave Tremblay indicated that Powers has had a memorable campaign. “He only lost three times; two of them were out of state,” the coach said. Tremblay went on to point out that there’s more to Powers’ wrestling than just raw strength and his other physical attributes. “It helps. It’s

See Wrestling, page 20

Citizen photo by Nick Carroll

Berlin High School junior Mason Powers attempts to free himself from the grasp of Waterford’s Luke Wiggins during the CIAC Class M state wrestling tournament, held this past weekend in Willimantic.

Newington-Berlin hockey: Division champs Berlin bounced The Berlin High School girls basketball team lost to visiting Manchester 45-35 Saturday night in the quarterfinal round of the Central Connecticut Conference tournament. Katelyn Zarotney and Kaitlyn Bovee netted 14 and 11 points apiece for the Lady Redcoats, who fell to 19-2 on the year. Manchester improved to 18-4. Berlin’s next action will come in the CIAC Class L state tournament. Pictured: Bovee attempts to get a shot off against Manchester. Photo by Matt Leidemer

By Mark Pukalo Special to The Citizen One has been accomplished, another is close and the NewingtonBerlin co-op hockey team is showing reasons why their third major goal is attainable as the regular season winds down. Dan Vasquez scored a power-play goal early in overtime as the Indians defeated E.O. Smith, 2-1, Feb. 13 to finish unbeaten and win the CCC South title. Newington-Berlin followed that up with a four-goal second period to put away Rockville, 6-3, Feb. 15 for its fourth straight victory and seventh in eight games. Newington-Berlin (14-3) has since gone on to blast Fitch-East LymeLedyard, 6-0, and Joel Barlow, 9-1. “The goals we set for ourselves were to get 13 wins, to win the conference and make the Final Four of the [Division III] state tournament,” Newington-Berlin coach Dave Harackiewicz said following the Rockville game. “We have five tough games left on the schedule, so that

should help us prepare for the tournament.” Three things will work in Newington-Berlin’s favor come tournament time. The Indians have allowed just 12 goals in the last 10 games, have been running three lines and six defensemen, more than most in D3, and they have shown the ability to win close games. E.O. Smith took a 1-0 lead Feb. 13 with about 10 minutes left in the third period, but the Indians came back to tie it on defenseman Andrew Richard’s screen shot with three minutes left. “Everything was on the line in this game,” Harackiewicz said. “I thought whoever got that first goal would have all the momentum. But we told the guys, whatever happens, you have to fight back … It’s going to be like that in the state tournament. You’re going to be in tight games and down a goal. You have to find a way to keep plugging.”

See Champs, page 20

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 25, 2010

College Corner

North Park University junior Sarah Hansen smashed the school record in her first indoor pentathlon. The five-event competition was held as part of the Keck Indoor Invitational at Illinois Wesleyan Univer-

sity. Attaining personal bests in four of the five events, Hansen, a Berlin High School alumnus, broke the previous North Park University record of 2,641 points, by 162 points.

In the first event, the 55 hurdles, Hansen logged a personal best time of 9.97. Next, in high jump, she cleared 4-feet-6 3/4. From there, Hansen achieved personal bests in shot put (33feet-1 3/4), long jump (16-

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feet-4 1/4) and the 800 meters (2:35.31). Hansen’s aggregate score of 2,803 points placed her sixth overall in the Hansen 16-person field. Hansen attended Quinnipiac University before transferring to North Park after her freshman year. Hansen also plays soccer and competes in outdoor track and field at North Park, a NCAA Division III school located in Chicago. Holy Cross football player Rob Dornfried, of Berlin, was named All-Patriot League first-team this past season. The junior kicker led Holy Cross with 57 points, while converting on seven of his nine field goal attempts, and 36 of his 37 extra-point tries. In addition to placekicking, Dornfried saw action at punter early in the season, and averaged 40.8 yards on 13 punts.

Dornfried missed two games with a high ankle sprain. The injury prevented Dornfried from punting for the remainder of the season, but he did regain his position as starting placekicker. Also, Dornfried earned All-Academic accolades with his 3.43 grade-point average. Holy Cross won the 2009 Patriot League championship, its first league title since 1991. Also, Holy Cross qualified for the playoffs for the first time since 1983. Central Connecticut State University freshman swimmer Taylor Friedmann had an excellent showing at the Northeast Conference championships, held at Yale University. Friedmann, a Berlin High School alumnus, won three individual events; the 200 freestyle (1:50.75), the 1,650 freestyle (17:01.99) and the 500 freestyle (4:52.56). Her time in the 500 set a NEC record. The previous record had stood since 2002.

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Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen

Youth Sports

Basketball

Third-fourth grade Parks and Recreation Tarheels 28, Huskies 16:

Tarheels scorers — Kevin Stafstrom (10), David Boscoglio (6), Aidan Rich (2), Garrett Jacques (2), Danny Cervoni (2), Evan Bumbera

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Friedmann also swam four relays at the NEC championships. Central’s 800 freestyle team took first place (7:38.26), the 400 freestyle relay finished second (3:30.81), the 200 freestyle foursome was fourth (1:38.35) and the 400 medley relay swam to a second place finish (3:55.39). For her efforts, Friedmann was named NEC Co-Swimmer of the Meet and CoRookie of the Meet. Do you know a local resident competing in college ath-

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Huskies/Thunder: Kevin Rose and Zack Pajor teamed up to score 19 points as the Huskies topped the Thunder. Cote Libby came through with four points, 10 rebounds, three steals and three blocked shots for the victors, while Tommy Wejda and Eric DeFrancesco (4 steals) combined for 10 rebounds and four points. Andrew Rich (2 points), Dylan Friedman, Andrew Wusterbarth and Skyler Barrows played solid defense for the Huskies. Sixth-eighth grade Parks and Recreation Redcoats 26, Huskies 25 (overtime): Brianna Tulin scored in overtime to lift the Redcoats. Also scoring for the victors were Rebecca Carriere, Kayla Cervoni, Kristen Gaetgens and Sarah Hagen. Krista Fasciano scored 10 points to lead the Huskies. Also scoring for the Huskies were Emily Lombardo, Shelby Luddy, Alana Rivera, Alexandra Schulz and Toby Sznaj. Blaze 25, Number Ones 18: The Blaze were led by Tess Repaci with eight points. Also scoring for the Blaze were Megan Leavenworth, Haley Longo, May Lean Perduta and Julia Perrelli. The Number Ones were led by Kaileen Langlois with six points. Erin Conry and Rachel Roe also scored for the Number Ones. Third-fifth grade Parks and

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The Berlin High School boys basketball team capped its regular season slate with a 64-63 loss to host Middletown Monday. Max DeLorenzo scored a game-high 22 points for the Redcoats (12-8), who also got double-figure scoring nights from Brian Malloy (15) and Mike Rector (14). Berlin’s next action will be in the Central Connecticut Conference tournament. The 14th seed Redcoats are slated to face third-seed Bloomfield in the opening round today, Feb. 25. Pictured: Berlin’s Richie Conway takes the ball to the hoop during a recent game.

(2), Dominec Biello Jr. (2), John Addamo (2). Huskies scorers — Daniel Valdesi (12), Ryan Jenkins (2), Chaz Blake (2). Cardinals 23, Blue Devils 19: Cardinals scorers — Tyler Cop (8), Wesley Cantiliffe (6), Dylan Frisk (5), Holden Murphy (2), Garrett Fliss (1), Gregory Carson (1). Blue Devils scorers — Andrew Brochu (6), Ethan Skinner (5), Michael McCarthy (4), Matt Wojciehowski (2), Sebastian Malespini (2). Celtics 37, Spartans 30: Celtics scorers — Raylend Wilson (24), Luke Wininger (4), Thomas Gancarczyk (3), Nicholas Grant (2), James Mazzarella (2), William Salwocki (2). Spartans scorers — T.J. Beardsley (19), Gianelli Fanelli (5), Adam Guzauckas (4), Ryan Hyde (2). Celtics 25, Knicks 9: Celtics scorers — Christopher Snedeker (7), Raylend Wilson (7), Jack Repaci (4), James Mazzarella (4), Nicholas Grant (2), Matthew Jutras (2), William Salwocki (2), Luke Wininger (2). Knicks scorers — Nicholas Carroll (4), Michael Constantine (3), Ryan Terlicky (2). Fifth-sixth grade Parks and Recreation Huskies/Storm: Zack Pajor and Jordan Chyra combined for 23 points to lead the Huskies over the Storm. Cote Libby had six points and combined with Chyra for 13 rebounds. Tommy Wejda and Eric DeFrancesco had four points for the victors, while teammates Andrew Rich, Andrew Wusterbarth Dylan Friedman and Kevin Rose turned in solid defensive performances. The Storms’ Kevin Russell had eight points and eight rebounds.

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Vasquez, a senior forward who also had the OT winner against Rocky Hill in the 5-4 thriller Feb. 6, stayed on a roll with two goals against Rockville to bring his teamleading totals to 17 goals and 25 points. Vasquez has gotten a lot of help from linemate Sebastian Ogibowski from Berlin.

Ogibowski (10 goals, 10 assists through 15 games), who had a goal and two assists in the victory over Rockville, has been a consistent force and Harackiewicz said he leads the team in quality hits. “He’s one of our hardest working players,” Harackiewicz said. “His game is right on track.” Sophomore Alex Ericson joined the line recently and Harackiewicz said he has

been a good compliment to his linemates with his smart play. Senior Sean Roche from Berlin, who has shown his versatility all season, scored two in the Rockville win and has melded well with linemates Mike Womer and Matt Coco. Harackiewicz also praised the work of thirdline center Brandon Ralph, of Berlin, who has been key in the face-off circle. The Newington-Berlin de-

fense, anchored by goalie Matt Lynch, has also been improving consistently with just two experienced players back. The Indians have allowed two or less goals in 13 of 17 games. “One of the big things we addressed before the season is understanding our defensive system coverages. And they’ve done that,” Harackiewicz said. “But the best thing has been how the young players have

emerged.” Richard, the top defenseman, arrived from Juniors and two freshmen — Jeff Rossman from Newington and Jeff Smolicz from Berlin — continue to shine along with sophomore James Dumont, junior Tony Dombrowski and senior James Santerre. That must continue with huge games ahead.

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field. “I think for the numbers we brought to the tournament, that’s an excellent job,” Tremblay said. “I’m happy.” The Redcoats’ other Class M place-winners were Dan Cirullo (fourth, 103), Shaun Sullivan (fourth, 125), Will Matuszak (fifth, 135) and Jack Banks (third, 171). Bacon Academy rolled up

206 points and walked away with the Class M team title. Rounding out the top 10 were Waterford (190), RHAM (162.5), Ledyard (144.5), Montville (134), Plainville (128.5), Bethel (110.5), Windham (106), Berlin and Guilford (85). Powers, along with Cirullo, Sullivan and Banks have earned a spot in the State Open.

Continued from page 17 nice to have that size and strength, and his quickness,” Tremblay said. “But he has some technique. He’s not all about just that other stuff.” Led by Powers, the shorthanded Berlin squad generated 95 points and finished ninth in the 32-team Class M

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All Night graduation party Clothing collection The 2010 Berlin High School Graduation Party Committee has scheduled a Clothing Collection for Saturday, April 10 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, April 11 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Berlin High School Gym Entrance, 139 Patterson Way. Clothes, shoes, sneakers, coats, jackets, hats, belts, handbags, backpacks, gym

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Three Berlin High School students have been honored for their entries in the Connecticut Scholastic Arts and Writing Competition. Two students were awarded the Gold Key for their work submitted to the 2010 competition. Bailey Mariner placed for her drawing portfolio and Liz Nelson won for her two-dimensional design work which is pictured above. Niki Valentine was also awarded an honorable mention for her charcoal drawing. The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, a nonprofit organization, identifies teenagers with exceptional artistic and literary talent and brings their remarkable work to a national audience through The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.

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Lord & Loizou, LLC Sober Group Home looking for items: 2 refrigerators, 4 beds-full, queen, king sets or beds, 4 dressers, 2 vacuums. We will pick up! Please call: (203) 235-8685

AUTOMOBILES

$15.55 Oil Change (203) 630-2926

AUTOMOBILES

FINANCE Buy Here Pay Here Financing! Down pymts as low as $588 plus tax & reg, low weekly pymts, no finance charge, or credit check cars under $3000. Call 203-5305905, Cheap Auto Rental LLC. HONDA Accord 2007 Under warranty from Honda. 35 mpg. Grey. $12,900. (203) 668-9572

FORD TAURUS SE WAGON 2002 4 Speed Auto, Full 3rd row seat. 61,603 mi # 11597 $8,495

(203) 238-1100

NISSAN ALTIMA 2007 4 Cylinder, Auto w/Overdrive 34,496 mi # P11591A $16,688

233 S. Broad St. Meriden

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HYUNDAI ELANTRA 2006

Library News Berlin-Peck Memorial Library History program John Winarski, amateur town historian, and Cathy Nelson, assistant director of the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library have scheduled a three-part series on Timelines of Berlin, a historical overview of town events. The second installment: 1785-1899 - town history and the nineteenth century is scheduled for Tuesday, March 9 and the third installment: 1900-present day - the 20th century is scheduled for Tuesday, March 23. The program is planned for 6:30 p.m. at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. Early literacy storytime Public libraries provide children with early opportunities to develop early literacy skills to help children enjoy language, books, reading, and learning. Young chil-

dren are just beginning language development. Library programs help develop a children’s attention span. It’s never too early to read to kids. Children who are exposed to libraries and books have better success in learning to read. Session times are: Tuesdays: 1:30 — 3 - 6 years –drop-in also Wednesdays: 10:30 — 3 years – drop-in also Thursdays: 6:30 — all ages – drop-in. Story themes for the week of March 1 is snow and winter stories. AARP Tax-Aide AARP Tax-Aide is available at the Berlin-Peck Memorial library. Every Tuesday during tax season, IRS certified volunteers will assist patrons with filing their tax returns. Visit or contact the library at (860) 828-7125 to make an appointment for this free service.

BMW 3-Series 2005 Coupe. Gray Mint condition. w/black interior. Non-smoker. Original owner. $18,900 39,800 Call 203-294-1126

4 Door, Automatic w/Overdrive 49,532 mi # A11558A $8,995

(203) 238-1100

SCION xA 2005 5 Door Hatchback, Auto, 4 Cyl 82,697 mi. #1278 $7,888 (860) 344-9916 BUICK Lesabre 1998 Custom V6, no dents, very clean inside & out. Auto, leather seats, new fuel pump. Tuned up and ready to go. 142,000 miles. $2399. Call (203) 235-6902

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MERCEDES BENZ E CLASS E320 2003 4 Door, 5 Speed Automatic 67,319 mi # A11595A $17,995

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Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen AUTOMOBILES HONDA Accord 2007 Under warranty from Honda. 35 mpg. Grey. $12,900. (203) 668-9572 ROBERTS CHRYSLER DODGE Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles. 120 So. Broad St, Meriden, CT 203-235-1111

SUV’S

CONSTRUCTION EQUIP & TOOLS TOOLBOXES - Craftsman 3 drawer roll & Kennedy portable $50 each.(203)630-3648

ISUZU Rodeo 1994 4x4, standard. Runs well. $600. Call (203) 634-0562

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

TV 27" TUBE SHARP. EXC COND. $100.00 MATRESS FULL W BOXSPRING GOOD COND. $100. CALL 203-238-1528

MERCURY Mariner 2007 Light Tundra, 4x4, 4 Speed Auto #1411 53,834 mi $14,888 (860) 344-9916

Chevrolet Tahoe LS 2003

Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators & Stoves

4 door, 4X4, SUV, 4 Spd Auto w/OD, 8 Cylinders, # 1311. 93,847 mi $10,888 (860) 344-9916

CLEAN Will Deliver (203) 284-8986

AUTOMOBILES WANTED

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

CHEVY G20 Cargo Van 1998 Asking $2,800 or trade for a Pontiac Trans Am ‘89-93 w/Ttops. Call Hector 860-706-7189 or 203-935-6040

CASH And/Or Tax deduction for your vehicle. Call

WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT

1-800-527-3863

SEASONED firewood, pickup or local delivery. Cut & split. Approx 16-18in. $200/cord; $125/half cord. 203-294-1775.

Junk cars, trucks, motorcycles. Free Pickup. Free Removal. Running or not.

SNOWMOBILES

203-235-8431 FISHING TACKLE. Local collector looking for old or new rods, reels, lures. Highest prices paid. Call Dave anytime 860-463-4359 OLD BICYCLES Don’t throw away that old bike. Hobbyman needs your help. Free pickup! Bikes will be recycled. Help save a bike! 203-494-9641

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS

Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH

203-631-0800 or 203-630-2510

DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Silverplate, Glass, Furn, music instruments, china, art, collectibles. 1 item to estate.

WEST Marine bottom paint. CPP Ablative Blue. 3 quarts. 1 year old. $40. (203) 440-0299

The Jewish Childrens Fund

Free Towing!

Cash Paid For All Types of COSTUME JEWELRY Especially Napier 203-464-0477

MAYTAG NEPTUNE Washer and Drying Center. Like new. Both for $400 firm. (203) 639-8389

TRUCKS & VANS

CHEVY Express Van 2005 Excellent condition. $6450 Kia Rio 2005 AT, 76K, $3950 Toyota Camry 2005 34K Perfect $10,500 203-213-1142

WANTED TO BUY

PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION CLASS Required for CT applicants. $100. Call 203-415-1144

Piano Lessons Beginner to Intermediate De Fiore Vocal & Piano Studio Roberta (203) 630-9295

HOUSES FOR RENT WLFD Great rental property. 2BR, eat in kitchen, LR, 1 car garage. Beautifully landscaped. Quiet neighborhood, low traffic. Good condition. $1200/mo. Sil Sala for details and showing 203-265-5618

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

Chevy Silverado 1500 LS 2002 Ext Cab, 4 door, 4x4, 4 Spd Auto #8327390 67,417 mi $14,888 (860) 344-9916

SKIDOO 1995 MACH Z780 Triple pipe, only 5000 original miles, runs great, excellent condition! $1700 or best offer. Call 203-269-6444 after 4pm

PETS & LIVESTOCK

FORD Windstar 2003 25k. Like new. Dodge Grand Caravan 2000 86k. Excellent. $3950 Dodge Caravan SE 1997 - Runs new. 126k. $2850 203-213-1142

SUV’S

BOXERS, Bulldogs, Chihuahuas, Labs, Yorkies, Cane Corso, French Bulldogs, Puggles, Shih-tzu, Poodle mixes. $350+ 860-930-4001 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES Rare German working lines. Dad is large boned, 100+ lbs. AKC. 1st shots, wormed & tattooed. Nice take home puppy pack. Ready Now! Serious inquiries. $1000. (860) 655-0889 or ACH442403@yahoo.com HI, I’m Harry, strong, lovable, neutered & had my shots. I need a home with adults, I’m a pitbully mix. Love to play & go for rides. Call 203-271-5590 for more info.

Chevy Trailblazer LS 2005 4X4, SUV, 4 Spd Auto #1400 83,192 mi $10,888 (860) 344-9916

FORD Bronco 1989 350 Eddie Bauer 4x4, Automatic, Runs well. Needs minor body work. $1700. Call (203) 697-1123

HORSE BOARD Wallingford. Full care $450. Daily individual turn-out. Geldings only. Draft horses welcome. Looking to work off board? 203-294-9313

SWORDS Helmets, Daggers, Fighting Knives, Flags, Medals, etc.

203-238-3308 ELECTRONICS

HOME Ent Center, Panasonic 34in CRT HDTV, RCA 5-1 AV Receiver, Pioneer 5 Disk DVD/CD Changer, Excellent Condition. $500. 203-235-6095

WANTED TO BUY

1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.

203-238-3499 $ ALWAYS BUYING! $

OLD ENGLISH SHEEPDOG Puppies. AKC. Excellent dispositions. Ready March 21. Taking deposits. $700. Vet certified. 1st shots & wormed. 603-835-8555

1 item to entire estate! Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 South Orchard St. Wallingford. Mon-Sat. 9:30-4:30. 203-284-3786 or 203-379-8731

STUD BOXER - 3 yrs old. 90 pounds. I have a great fawn boxer I would like to find a female dog, same kind, to breed with. I would like a puppy from the litter. Please contact 203-710-7912

ANTIQUES WANTED - 1 Item or an Estate. Estate sale service provided. Seeking: Meridenmade items, lamps, paintings. Call Todd Shamock 203-237-3025

MERIDEN-5Rm Ranch 3BR, Stove, Refrg, D/W-WD ConnFenced yard. Pets considered. $1250/Mo. Refs req’d. Call (203) 605-6964

CONDOMINIUMS FOR RENT

MERIDEN Avallable modern 2 BR ranch unit. Stove, refrigerator, W/W carpet, garage, laundry. Off st. parking. $950/mo + utils. Sec & lease. Call 203-217-9229 WLFD- Judd Square- 2BR. No pets. $1000. Call Quality Realty, LLC 203-949-1904

APARTMENTS FOR RENT EAST BERLIN - Nice & quiet, 1 BR apt. 2nd flr, $500/mo. + utilities & sec. deposit. 860-884-4039.

Flanders West Apts Southington

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

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MER. FURNISHED apts: Incl Heat, Elec, HW. 3rd fl studio, $160/wk+sec. 1BR, 2nd fl, $210/wk+sec. 203-630-3823, 128pm www.meridenrooms.com MERIDEN - 19 Guiel Place, 2 BR Townhouse, 1 1/2 baths, w/d hookup. $1095. 1 mo sec. Call 203-213-6175 or 203-376-2160. MERIDEN - 1BR Large, Modern E. side, secure bldg in small complex. Lg. kitchen, stove, fridge, DW. Deck, off st. park. $685 incl. HW. 203-284-1822 x210 MERIDEN - 1BR, 1st flr. Stove & frig, parking, very clean. Newly remodeled kit. & bath, rugs. Centrally loc. $625 + sec. Refs. Call (203) 634-8084 MERIDEN - 1BR, 3 room 2nd floor, stove, refrigerator, off st. parking, sec., $700. Call 203272-3610 or 203-215-0104 MERIDEN - 1BR, Broad St. Near monuments. Skylight, sunken DR & kit., sunporch, very attractive & prvt w/gar. $725. 203-634-1515 or 203-213-8833. MERIDEN - 2 bedroom, 5 large rooms, first floor, off street parking, quiet, stove and fridge, washer dryer hookup, $895. 860-841-6455 MERIDEN - 5 room, 2 Bedroom, 3rd floor, newly remodeled, off street parking, no pets, $800 plus utilities, references. 203671-9644 MERIDEN - Newly remodeled 7 Rooms, stove, refrigerator. 1 1/2 baths. Garage. Also, 4BR apt, stove & refrig. Call (203) 238-3908 MERIDEN 1 BR, 3 Rooms, 1st floor. Stove & refrigerator included. Off street parking. W/D hkup. $625 + dep. Call 203-605-5691 MERIDEN 2 BR - 1st Floor Updated. Basement storage space. Yard. No pets. Separate utilities. $800/month. Security. Olive Street. Call 203-809-4627 MERIDEN 3 BR. Clean, 1st floor. With fridge & stove. WD hookup. Private yard, full basement. Bunker Ave. $1025/mo. Sec 8 approved. (203) 671-3112

MERIDEN 32 Cook Ave.

1 BR Apts & Studios $595 & Up Limited Time-1 mo free rent! Heat & HW incl. 203-886-7016 MERIDEN Ground flr furnished studio, Heat, HW, Elec incld. W. Side, Off-st park. $780/mo + sec. 203-630-3823 12pm8pm. www.Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN Huge 5 BR Apartment Freshly painted. Ready to rent! Section 8 approved. $1350/mo + security. No pets. 203-650-0479 MERIDEN MOVE IN SPECIAL Studios, 1 BR & 2 BR Free Heat & HW incl. ACs. 24 hr maintenance. Sec. guard. Laundry Rm. Off st parking. 203-630-2841 MERIDEN Newly renovated 2nd flr apt. 266 W. Main St. 2-3BRs, Off-st-parking. W/D hookup. Section 8 approved. No pets. Call Paul 203-626-5545

Meriden Reduced Rent Pay for a 1 Bedroom and Move into a 2 Bedroom. $750. Heat & HW incl. 203-639-8751

$$$ CA$H $$$ MERIDEN (2) 2BRs, 1st & 3rd fl, 264 Broad St. Off-st-park w/security. Lg rm, sep util. Sect 8 appr’d. $925 1st flr & $800 3rd flr. No pets. 203-537-1730

MERIDEN- 1023 Old Colony Rd.

2 BR - $750 & UP Heat & HW, Off st. parking. Limited Time - 1 mo free rent. Call 203-886-7016

Looking for the perfect new home for your Mother, Father, Aunt, Friend or Yourself?…….

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Nestled off the road in a quiet, wooded setting!

Brand New Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartments in Berlin For Active Adults 55 and better

Only $950 Heat, Hot and Cold Water Included Central air! Intercom system! Fully applianced kitchens On-site laundry! with frost free refrigerator, Library with computer range with self cleaning oven, workstation! dishwasher, garbage disposal! Ample on-site parking! Community room with fireplace Picnic area with grill! and full service kitchen! 24-hr. maintenance! Secure three-story building with elevators!

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(860) 828-3958 also accepting applications for Affordable Units Income Restriction Apply Merit Properties, Inc. Financed by CHFA APARTMENTS FOR RENT EAST BERLIN 2 bedrm, near Aetna. No pets. 2nd floor. Parking. Call 860-829-0380 MERIDEN Remodeled 3rd fl, 4rm 1 br. Off st. parking. Great east side area. No pets. $615 /mo. No utilities. 203-238-0675 MERIDEN- 1BR 1st flr apt w/ kit/LR combo, wall to wall carpet/linoleum. Off st. parking. Exc cond/location. $650. 1st, last & 1 mo. sec. 860-663-1229 MERIDEN- 1BR Winter Special $650/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric incl. Private balcony. Call for info 203-639-4868 Offer ends March 31st MERIDEN- 2BR, 1 Bath Newly renovated, Separate utils. On first floor. Pratt St. $775 OR 1 room for rent, $450. Call 347-228-3959 MERIDEN- 2BR, 3rd flr, large spacious apt. Stove & fridge. Secure building. Ample parking. No pets. Avail. 4/1. $850. Call 203-376-1259 MERIDEN- 3BR, 5rms, 1st flr, off st. parking. W/D hookup in unit. Shed available. $900 + utils. 1st mo + sec. dep. Credit check & ref’s req’d. 203-537-2095 MERIDEN- Crown Village. 2BR, newly remodeled, lg. unit w/ deck. Heat & Hot Water included. Laundry, pool, off st. parking. Sec. 8 approved. 203-269-1508. MERIDEN- Nice, Spacious 1BR, appliances, parking, good location, no pets, 25 Griswold St. $795 + deposit and credit. 203238-1890 MERIDEN-1BRS-All appliances & hot water incl 2 mo. sec.. No pets. Coin op laundry. 1095 Old Colony Rd. Showings 9-11 am. 203-581-3620 MERIDEN-2BR, computer rm, CAIR, 1st flr, East side. Newly remodeled, off-st-parking, alarm sys. No pets. $900/mo. Section 8 appr’d. 203-238-1893

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN-3BR, 1st flr. Off st parking. Newly remodeled. Quiet, dead end street. Small pets ok. Available now! Call (203) 641-8483 MERIDEN-Large 3BR, new carpet, net paint, new appls. washer/dryer hookups, off st. parking. $900/mo. 3rd flr, Prescott St. 203-996-7379 Jack Regan Realty. MERIDEN-Large, bright 2BR apartment. $800 month plus security deposit. Washer & dryer hookup. 203-715-7508 MERIDEN-SMALL 2 bedroom apartment, first floor, private house, off street parking, $650. Call 860-377-2381 MERIDEN. 1 BR., 1st floor of 2 family. Stove, fridge, washer, dryer hookup, parking, porch, Sec. system. Clean & quiet. $675 + util, Sec. & Refs. Call 203-238-2889 MERIDEN. Studio apt, $595 including heat & electric. On bus line. No pets. Call (203) 982-3042

SENIORS 62 PLUS More than a rental, a lifestyle • One BR SUITES • One & Two BR COTTAGES • Immediate Availability • Affordable monthly rates • No buy in • No lease • Pet friendly Call for appointment or info 203-237-8815 360 Broad Street, Meriden www.millercommunity.org SOUTHINGTON NOW AVAILABLE 3 BR Apt $900 Per Month 2 BR Apt $850 Per Month Easy access to 84 & 691. Security & Credit check req. For more details, call Alex at 860-276-8208

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 25, 2010 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

ATTIC & BASEMENTS CLEANED

PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING

Fully insured & licensed Free estimates CT Reg. #573871

POPCORN CEILINGS Repair, Remove, New. HIC.0569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279

ZK Construction ROOFING SPECIALISTS & SNOWPLOWING QUALITY, EXPERIENCE & AFFORDABILITY IF YOU MENTION THIS AD We clean Estates, house, office, attic, cellar, gar, yd. Snowplowing. 203-535-9817/860-575-8218

● New Roofs ● Restoration Work ● All Types of Repairs ● Emergency Repairs

Ziggy Kacperski Berlin, CT 06037 Tel. 860-829-8212

PLUMBING DON’T Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low rates Major credit cards accptd. 203379-8944 lic. #283401 P1

ROOFING

Shamock Roofing DUMPSTERS

HOUSE CLEAN Outs, Garages Basements, Attics, Yards Big or Small..... We Take It All Free Estimates. Call Ed. 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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Roll-Off Dumpsters

203-237-4124 an LLC co

15 yard roll-off - $350 20 yard roll-off - $450 Empire Construction, LLC 203-537-0360 www.EmpireLLC.biz

Gonzalez Construction ★★★★★★★★

Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling.

ELECTRICAL SERVICE

★★★★★★★★

203-639-0032

T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service

SMALL JOBS WELCOME

203-237-2122

Quality Work - Reasonable Rates Complete home services. Electric, plumbing, kitchens, baths, etc. (203) 376-7532 CT Reg# 616307.

ATTORNEYS FENCING

Bankruptcy Free Consultation Keep home, auto, 401k, etc. STOP FORECLOSURES IRS & “Repos” Atty F.W. Lewis 439 Main St, Yalesville 203-265-2829 “Debt Relief Agency” We help people file for relief under the bankruptcy code

CARPENTRY REPAIRS Decks & Additions, Entry Doors, Complete Home Improvement by Carpenter. Free est. 203-238-1449 CT# 578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com

Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

FURNITURE REPAIR CUSTOM Finishes. Furn. repair finishing & refinishing. Chairs starting at $30. 203-265-2478

(860) 803-5535 AHEARN BUILDERS-Licensed and insured, contract #555385. 34 Yrs Experience, additions, Garage, decks, Kitchen and remodeling. 860-349-0752

The bargains to be found in Marketplace are real heart stoppers!

AHEARN BUILDERS-Licensed and insured, contract #555385. 35 Yrs Experience, additions, Garage, decks, Kitchen and remodeling. 860-349-0752

HOUSE CLEANING

POLISH woman can clean your house, office with care. 2nd cleaning 15% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. Kasia 860-538-4885

SALES, service & Installation. Doors and openers. Insured. CT Reg#517765. 860-348-9000

HANDYPERSONS

Shamock Roofing

CLEANING SERVICE One Time Free Cleaning for new clients only. I’ll clean your house or office with a sparkle. Polish /English speaking. Bonded, ins. Free est. Anna (860) 299-6611

MASONRY

All types of remod. 30+ yrs exp. No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins

203-237-4124 an LLC co. ALBERT’S HOME REPAIR Roofs, decks, windows, doors siding, flrs, sheetrock. Ins & lic. # HIC-0623837 203-592-1148

A-1 HANDYMAN PLUS CT Reg #606277. GIVE us a call, we do it ALL. Free est. 203-631-1325

HEATING & COOLING 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

Fully license/insured. CT Reg# 577319

FIDERIO & SONS Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrms, additions. 203-237-0350. CT Reg. #516790

Empire Construction, LLC Your Professional Roofer New Roofs, Reroofs, Tearoffs We fix leaks too! 203-269-3559 CT Reg#565514 www.EmpireLLC.biz

C&M CONSTRUCTION To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

SIDING

GARAGE DOORS

CHS CARPENTRY LLC Kitchen & Bathroom Full Remodeling Design Tile Work Floors & Countertops Windows & Doors Painting Cabinet Installation Always Free Estimates CT Reg 612982

All types of remod. 30+ yrs exp. No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins

JACK Biafore, LLC Masonry Chimneys, brick, block, stone walls, patios. In business over 50 yrs. CT# 623849 (203) 537-3572

Gonzalez Construction Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling.

203-639-0032 Fully licensed/insured. CT Reg.# 577319

FIDERIO & SONS Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrooms, additions.

203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790

PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR Over 25 Years Experience HIC.0569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279 L & E PAINTING Spruce Up Your Home or Business! Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789

SNOW PLOWING L & E PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Snow Plowing Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg. #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789

203-294-9889 www.ICEFIGHTERS.org Expert De-Icers Commerical Specialists. Nicholas J Murano LLC, Member: Snow and Ice Management Assn

ORTHOPEDIC Lift Chair. Electric, for elderly people. Exc cond! Barely used. $400. Call 203-630-3823 12noon-8pm WALLINGFORD - 1 & 2 bedroom, hot water included, $695-$795, Call 203-213-6175 or 203-376-2160. WALLINGFORD - 2BR apts Available now! Off-street parking. $700-800 incl utils. Call 203-530-1840 WALLINGFORD - 2BR, 4 lge rms, 2nd flr apt. Newly remodeled. Off st. parking. Appls. Enclosed porch. No pets, no smoking. $1000 + sec. 203-265-5171 WALLINGFORD - Quiet 2BR, near I-91. Ample closets. Off st. parking. W/D. No pets. $950/mo. + utils. 203-269-6297 WALLINGFORD 1 bedroom Apt. Judd Square. Central Air. No Pets. $725/mo. Call 203-949-1904 WALLINGFORD 1BR apt $750 month plus utilities. 1 yr lease. No smoking/pets. on site laundry. off street parking. cen air (203)605-3495 WALLINGFORD 5Rms, H20, trash p/u, appls. No pets. 2 mo sec. No smoking. W/D hkup. $850. (203) 265-4923 WALLINGFORD ROBIN HILL APARTMENTS Great location! 1BRs starting at $750. 2BRS starting at $825. Call 203-793-7480 for more info WALLINGFORD- 1BR, new kit., new bath, hdwd flrs, stainless steel appls, DW, HW incl. Crown molding. New windows. $815/ mo. Call Jonah 203-430-0340 WALLINGFORD-1BR, 1 month rent. $550/month + security. Appls, W/W carpet. No pets. Avail 3/1. Call 203-265-1731 WALLINGFORD. Avail 3/1, No. Main St Victorian. 3 rm, 1 BR, 3rd flr, no smoking, no pets. $775 plus utils. 2 mos sec. Call 203-269-5973. WLFD- 2BR, central location, laundry, no pets. Credit check. $800 + 2 mos. sec. 203-235-1381

STORES & OFFICES FOR RENT

HOUSES FOR SALE

WALLINGFORD Office/retail 565 Center street, high traffic high Visability, low rent. 203265-7288 ask for Vinnie

BUSINESS PROPERTY FOR RENT NORTH HAVEN Office condo with storage area, overhead door, AC, alarm free off street parking 1000sqft ready to move in $750 per mo Call Karl 203-623-3911

HOUSES FOR SALE

WALLINGFORD Convenient in town Col w/updated, improved mechanicals, walk-up attic for future expansion, 3BRs, LR, DR and lg eat-in kit, fenced yard w/work shed & more. $210,000. Kathy 203-265-5618

WALLINGFORD $149,9000 Handyman special; 2family w/store front, possible 3 family house. Some remodeling done, separate utilities. Call Brian Miller 203-265-5618

MERIDEN “New Listing” $169,900 2 fam 3 car garage. Some updating, clean and ready to go. Poss sub-div with city approval by buyer. Don’t miss out.

Call P. Lane (203) 235-3300

MERIDEN Fabulous East side Duplex. Each unit offers 2BRs, casual LR & DR w/wood floors, updated kitchen & baths, new windows & roof, freshly painted and ready to move in. $229,900. Call Sue 203-235-3300

MERIDEN $349,900 Price reduced. Huge ranch located on Meriden’s East Side. 3 bdrms, 3 full baths, granite, hdwd flrs., finished bsmt w/second kitchen, 2 car garage, and is located at the end of a cul-de-sac on 1.15 acres. Galleria Real Estate 203-671-2223.

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770 WLFD-3rd FL 4 Small Rooms Appliances. Clean, quiet. Newly painted. Dead-end street. Security. $650 /mo. No pets. Credit ck. Owner/Agent. 203-269-7348

ROOMS FOR RENT MERIDEN - Liberty St. Spacious room. Furnished or unfurnished. All utils. Parking. $140 weekly. Call 203-275-5881 MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Heat, elec, HW incld. E.Side, kit privileges, off-st park. $130/wk. + sec or call 203-630-3823 128pm, www.Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN Lg Room. All utils & cable. Share kitchen & bath. Off street parking. No drugs or alcohol. $150 week & 2 weeks security. Refs. (203) 440-0825 MERIDEN Room Available. Utilities included! $115/Wk. Available Now. 1st Wk Free! 203213-8589 MERIDEN Rooms starting @ $130 per week. Clean & safe. Lg. nicely furnished. Shared kitchen & baths, utils. incl. washer & dryer. Off st. park. 203-537-1772 MERIDEN. Room for rent, all util, share kit, bath & LR. Washer & dryer, off st parking. $150/week. 2 wks sec. (203) 605-8591

NORTH HAVEN Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Sat. TV, furn’d. Daily/Wkly On Bus Line. 203-239-5333

WALLINGFORD “New Listing” WALLINGFORD $219,900 Small Bungalow on 1.28 level acre in area of fine homes. House needs major renovations-property is beautiful! Bring your ideas! Linda 203-265-5618

MERIDEN $229,900 Move-in condition! Energy efficient Ranch on East side. HW floors, stone FP, 2 propane FPs and CAIR. Newer roof, windows and siding. 4 car garage for workshop or hobbyist. Linda 203-235-3300

Desirable first level 1 bedroom corner unit. 1.5 baths with addt’l bedroom, 1586 liveable sq. ft. Upgraded SS appls, lg master BR, amp closets. Pvt wooded back yard. $195,900

Al (203) 265-5618

MERIDEN Lovely top flr remodeled 2BR Ranch, East side, open flr plan, remod bath, master w/walk in closet & dressing area, CAIR, sliders to deck & pool. $79,990. Kathy (203) 265-5618

Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen

Job Fair

HELP WANTED BOOKKEEPER PT. Flex hrs. Meriden store. Quickbooks & Quickbooks Payroll a must. Responsibilities: Managing all AP/AR, filing, etc. Call Jenn 203-272-1303

Response Insurance a member of Unitrin Direct Great Career Opportunities in Customer Service!

Tuesday, Feb 23, 2010, 11am - 7pm

Childcare Worker - PT For local preschool program. HS Diploma req., CDA & 1 yr exp. pref.

Before & After School Childcare Worker HS Diploma req., CDA & 1 yr exp. pref. Send resume to: HR Manager, WFC 169 Colony St. Meriden, CT 06451 AA/EOE. No phone calls please.

City of Meriden Needs Traffic Sign Maintainer Responsible for the fabrication, installation and maintenance of various signs (regulatory, warning, informational, street name signs, etc.) used throughout the City; painting of parking lots, curbs, yellow and white lane markings, crosswalks, etc., assists traffic signal crew to maintain both signal and fire alarm equipment. HS diploma, supplemented training in sign fabrication and knowledge of CT motor vehicle laws or an equiv. combination of education and qualifying experience on a year for year basis. Must possess a valid CT driver’s license, Class D. Must be able to work nights and weekends. Salary $17.77 per hour. Send resumes or application to City Hall, Personnel Department, 142 East Main Street, Meriden. Last date to apply is Friday, February 26, 2010 Preference given to City of Meriden Residents. www.cityofmeriden.org E.O.E. DENTAL ASSISTANT - x-ray certified, part time to become full time, fax resume to 203949-4789. DRIVER-

Central Transport is seeking drivers for dedicated road positions out of our terminal in Cheshire. Home Daily! Top Drivers Earning $1100+/wk! Vacation / Holiday Pay! Health & 401k Benefits!

500 South Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450 Stop by or Apply Online at Unitrin.jobs search Meriden Unitrin Direct is a growing auto insurance company that combines friendly service and innovative processes with a dedication to simplifying the customer's experience. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, paid training and licensing, and a fast paced and satisfying work environment. Customer Service Agents : answer incoming calls and process customer requests for service in an efficient and friendly manner. Respond to requests regarding billing, processing, underwriting status and general acceptability of risks. Maintain detailed knowledge of personal lines policies, procedures, coverages, rating and processing guidelines. Ability to work flexible shifts available from 8am to 9pm Mon-Fri, and rotating Saturday.

Come to our Job Fair on Feb 23rd No Recruiters Please HELP WANTED DRIVERS/CHAUFFEURS PT and FT positions avail. Flexible hrs. Must have clean driving record and public service license. 203-235-9200 EXPERIENCED CABLE INSTALLATION TECHNICIANS needed immediately pending criminal background check, DMV/MVR and drug screening. Company offers vacation, medical, dental and retirement for all full time employees. Company provides late model truck/vans, all safety equipment, and specialty tools. Please visit our website at: www.cable-line.com send resume to: psadler@cable-line.com or fax 215-258-1388 INSTRUCTORS Developmental disabilities day/res. services. FT/PT all shifts. Meriden to Milford. Call (203) 269-3599 for info. ACORD, Inc.

MANAGEMENT & More Job Fair NOW HIRING: Large national company holding Job Fair at Four Points Sheraton in Meriden, 275 Research Parkway. Tuesday, Feb 23. Customer Service to Supervisory Positions Available. Apply on Time - 12 Noon Sharp! Ask for Mr. Monti. Not affiliated with hotel. Mechanic -

CDL A with Hazmat and Doubles Endorsement Required 12 Months Experience Required

800-331-1176 www.centraltransportint.com

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Shop Foreman and Mechanics Local LTL carrier is seeking diesel mechanics with a minimum of 3 years experience working on tractor/trailer and forklift equipment. Foreman - 1st Shift Mechanics - All Shifts Tools Required Competitive Pay/Benefits/ Vacation CDL A a plus

HELP WANTED LEGAL Assistant - Bankruptcy CT 7 & 13. E-Z file, Quicken, Time Slips, Admin. Exp. req. PO Box 4656, Yalesville, CT 06492

MEDICAL CAREERS DENTAL ASSISTANTS

Nursing Assistants

Join the Community Health Center team at our dynamic Meriden practice!

These positions will be responsible for providing routine care for patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse, including but not limited to responding to call lights, assisting with daily living activities, utilizing safe patient handling techniques, monitoring/recording blood pressure, pulse, etc., and providing a safe, clean and comfortable environment for patients. REQUIREMENTS: Satisfactory completion of a formal Nursing Assistant Course or satisfactory completion of 50% of clinical courses in an RN or LPN program, good communication skills, acute hospital exp. strongly preferred, CPR certification, basic computer skills.

We are looking for individuals who will possess a strong interest in the community health population; have a commitment to preventative dental care; evaluate overall oral health; and who will thrive by working in a friendly, team atmosphere.

Gaylord Hospital specializes in the treatment of medically complex patients, rehabilitation and sleep medicine. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please fax resumes to: 203-284-2733;

Email to: jobs@gaylord.org or mail to P.O. Box 400, Wallingford, CT 06492

PART TIME CDL DRIVER- Mornings apply at 3A Northfield Rd. Wallingford

Plant Maintenance Mechanic Highly skilled mechanic needed in the repair and maintenance of all plant equipment to include pumping station equipment and motor vehicle for the Town of Wallingford Sewer Division. Requires graduation from a high school/trade school and 4 years experience in the repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment. Must obtain a CDL Class B motor vehicle operator license within 6 months of employment. $23.96 to $28.09 per hour plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply to: Personnel Department, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492. Fax # (203) 294-2084. Closing date will be March 3, 2010 or the date the 50th application is received, whichever occurs first. EOE.

Per Diem Housekeepers These per diem positions will perform all general housekeeping duties as req’d, including floor care maintenance. Previous institutional cleaning exp a plus. Ability to understand & follow verbal and written instructions required. Flexible schedule, every other weekend and holiday.

Per Diem Switchboard Operator This position is responsible for the operation of the hospital switchboard to relay incoming, outgoing and inter-hospital calls. The position also receives and sorts mail. High school diploma or GED, related experience, excellent customer service and telephone etiquette. Ability to function appropriately with emergency procedures. Flexible schedule, weekends and holidays. Gaylord Hospital specializes in the treatment of medically complex patients, rehabilitation and sleep medicine. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please fax resumes to: 203-284-2733;

Email to: jobs@gaylord.org or mail to P.O. Box 400, Wallingford, CT 06492

RECEPTIONISTS for medical office in Southington. Full time and part time positions. Medical office experience preferred. Must be able to multitask well in a fast paced environment. Call 860-378-2811. Affirmative action-equal opportunity employer.

CNA/HHA NEW ENGLAND HOME CARE is seeking CNAs and Home Health Aides with a minimum of 6 months experience for a pediatric group home in Meriden. Previous experience in a group home with physically and emotionally challenged children preferred. All shifts available.

SALES REP, CUST SERV, ORDER PROC, 3 P/T positions up to 35 hrs inc Sat, $9-12/hr, Apply Electrified, 110 Webb St Hamden, 203-787-4246 Electrified.com

Earn up to $12.00 per hour based on experience. Must have a current CT CNA certificate. To schedule an appointment to apply, please call:

Apply in person at:

Shift Supervisor

210 East Johnson Ave Cheshire

Needed for the Southington and Middletown Goodwill Store. Must be able to work night/weekend/holiday hours as needed. Pay rate $11.00/hr w/benefits. Apply in person: 350 Queen St, Southington or 955 Washington St, Middletown. EOE/AA - M/F/D/V

or fax your resume to the HR Department 860-613-3777 or email to: employment@newenglandhomecare.com E/E/O/C/M/F/V/D

PARALEGAL For Southington law firm. FT. Must be experienced in residential real estate closings. Send resume to: P.O. Box 578, Southington, CT 06489 or fax to 860-628-6248

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Drug Screen/Criminal Background Check Required

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Qualified candidate must possess a certification in dental radiology by DANB. Graduation from accredited school of Dental Assisting or minimum 2yrs clinical exp in general dentistry req’d. Interest in providing care to a diverse patient population. Commitment to preventive dental care. Knowledge and understanding of dental procedures, terminology, and techniques. Bilingual ability preferred We provide competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including medical/dental plans, tuition reimbursement, and more! Please submit resume with cover letter stating salary reqs and apply online to: https://jobs-chc1.icims.com and apply to Job #1536 and #1542. Please reference where you saw this ad when applying. Commission accredited. AA/EOE. Visit our website: www.chc1.com PART TIME Optical Assistant position. Working w/nursing home residents, along side an Optometrist. Opportunity to grow with a caring Co. Call or send resume to: United Vision Resources LLC., 60 Waterbury Rd., P.O. Box 7037 Prospect, CT 06712. Call 203-758-0503

R.N. 3-11 SUPERVISOR Southington Care Center, a non-profit 130-bed rehab/ long-term care facility is seeking a dynamic RN to join our team. The candidate must have strong leadership skills, long-term or acute care experience and a commitment to quality care. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including a retirement plan, tuition reimbursement and extensive inhouse educational opportunities. Please contact Andrea Merola, DNS at: Southington Care Center 45 Meriden Ave. Southington, CT 06489 or call 860-378-1230 or e-mail resume to leclairj@southingtoncare.org or fax: 860-378-1167

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 25, 2010

Standing ovation, please. Know somebody in Berlin who deserves a hand? Celebrate Berlin! Award Nomination Form Nominations must be submitted in writing, along with this form, on a single, 8.5” x 11” sheet of paper. Forms submitted without an additional, written testimonial will not be considered. Please describe the scope and nature of the nominee’s community service, the agencies/organizations for which the nominee volunteers and the positive impact the nominee’s service has made upon the community. Nomination form must be received by Monday, March 1. Forms also available online at www.cfgnb.org.

Nominee: Nominee’s Address:

Nominee’s Telephone:

We bet you do! Maybe it’s the volunteer tutor whose encouragement made you the first in your family to attend college. Or the roofer who builds homes for the homeless in his spare time. Or the retiree whose ready smile and dedicated presence makes it possible for your nonprofit organization to do what it does so well.

Help us honor these special people for whom community service is second nature – and first in their hearts. Nominate a volunteer for this year’s Celebrate Our Communities! awards by using this form or visiting www.cfgnb.org. The winner will get to designate a $2,500 grant to a local charity of their choice.* Now that’s worth a standing ovation!

Nominee’s E-mail:

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Your Name:

Your Address:

Your Telephone: Your E-mail:

ELIGIBILITY & CRITERIA: Nominee must have a demonstrated track record of community service benefiting Berlin (residency not required). In-kind or compensated service is not eligible. Elected officials and paid staff of community service agencies and organizations not eligible. One nominee per submission; one submission per person. MAIL OR FAX TO: The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain connects donors who care with causes that matter in Berlin, New Britain, Plainville and Southington. For more information, call us at (860) 229-6018 or visit us on the web at www.cfgnb.org. *Grant award subject to verification of designated charity’s nonprofit status and approval by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Board of Directors.

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Celebrate Berlin! is sponsored in part by

Celebrate Berlin! Award will be presented March 26 at the Berlin Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner

Community Foundation of Greater New Britain 74A Vine Street New Britain, CT 06052 Fax: (860) 225-2666

Deadline: March 1, 2010