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A sunny, hot day for a picnic Citizen photos by Monica Szakacs
Jessica Petit, 6, has her face painted by a student volunteer. The Upbeat Program held its 24th annual town-wide picnic May 30, with over 6,000 people in attendance. Usually the picnic is held at the Berlin High School parking lot but due to construction, this year’s picnic was held at the Berlin Lions Fairgrounds. “We are so thankful that the Berlin Lions graciously allowed us to use the fairgrounds,” Upbeat Director Alice Mitchell said. “They saved the picnic this year. Berlin’s community is wonderful in the way that everyone comes together to help each other out. The Lions helped us out and in return we help them during the Berlin Fair. It’s a community effort, one that everyone appreciates.” Mitchell said this was the first year Upbeat held its picnic on a day when the temperatures were in the 90s. Not to worry though, refreshments and water stations were set up around the fairgrounds. Children enjoyed activities that included face painting, balloon animals, inflatable bounce house, games, and more. Raffles and a silent auction also took place. There were 92 items up for auction that were donated from local organizations and businesses, as well as various members of the community. For more photos, see page 11.
Parents concerned with change to Willard school’s start time By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen
See Time, page 23
Town prepares to demolish vacant buildings on Farmington Avenue By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen The town has scheduled demolition to take place in the fall for two vacant factory buildings located on Farmington Avenue, according to Economic Development Director James Mahoney. The town foreclosed on a property at 889 Farmington Avenue back in 2010, which spans 1.6 acres of land between two buildings. “It was an old former factory (previously owned by Pioneer Precision Products) and we have gotten just shy of $900,000 in state grant approvals, which we’re finalizing now,” Mahoney said. “Our plan is to knock those buildings down, do some environmental remediation, and then sell most of the 889 Farmington Avenue site for development. A portion of that site will be used for the police station project as a connector to the train station.” In 2011, the town bought 903 and 913 Farmington Avenue, which are the former Kensington Furniture store-
front and warehouse, with plans to use those properties for the police station project. According to Mahoney and Mayor Adam Salina, the town also plans to tear those buildings down. “When (the town) acquired the property we had a $2 million bond issue for the acquisition, demolition and architectural plans,” Mahoney said. “Once the plans are finalized, additional funding will be required for the construction of the police station building, which is handled by the Public Building Commission.” Salina said the new police station is part of a larger project to revitalize the area around the train station because the state is working to install the high speed New Haven-Hartford-Springfield rail, which includes track and cable upgrades to Berlin’s train station, as well as a new parking lot. “Farmington Avenue is the town’s main street,” Salina said. “It’s one thing to see the plans on paper. We’ve
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When Berlin resident Marilyn Richter heard the Board of Education was planning a common elementary school start time in town — which will require Willard’s time to change from 8 a.m. to 8:40 a.m. — she started an online petition, informed working parents, called the BOE office, wrote letters and attended public meetings. “Here’s the issue: Griswold and Hubbard already have the 8:40 a.m. in place and those families moved into those school districts knowing the start time and have scheduled their lives around that time,” Richter said. “(Willard district families) scheduled our lives around Willard’s time. It’s just not fair.” Although Richter, who has children who at-
tend Willard, is not one of the parents directly affected by the time change because she is able to work from home, she said some parents are worried about before-school care. “There are over 250 signatures on the (www.change.org) petition,” Richter said. “These parents are saying this time change is going to affect their lives. These parents are forced to find a way to make this work with less than three months’ notice. I know a lot of these people are saying to themselves, ‘Am I going to have to tell my boss that I can’t come in until 9:30 a.m.? Am I going to have to ask my boss to work flexible hours? Am I going to have to find another job? Am I going to have to stay home because I can’t afford daycare?” Currently, there are two start times for the
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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, June 6, 2013
Wizards, vampires and rabbits, oh my! By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen
The Berlin High School Drama Production has worked over two months to bring an audience a play called “Harry’s Hotter at Twilight,� where characters from well-known fiction stories come together to fight common enemies.
Matthew Recore, physics teacher and Drama Club coadvisor, said the play is a comedy that mashes together Harry Potter and the Twilight Saga with other franchises, such as Star Wars, Star Trek, Alice in Wonderland, Lord of the Rings, and Wizard of Oz. “Harry’s Hotter at Twilight,� written by Jonathan
Dorf from YouthPlays, Inc., is this year’s BHS senior class production. All seniors, not just Drama Club students, were able to join the cast for their last moment in the spotlight before graduation. “The play in general has been an emotional rollercoaster to say the least,� Recore said. “It’s a huge cast. We have over 30 student, and to manage them between senior schedules, college visits, graduation, prom and sports was really difficult. All of those elements intertwined — it was just a logistical nightmare to get this play going.� “We have done a lot of rehearsals, a lot of late nights, a lot of right-after-school rehearsals to accommodate as many people as we can be-
cause we want to give that opportunity to every student who wanted to be a part of this play,� he added. But Recore wasn’t alone when it came to putting the production together. Tech-Ed teacher and Drama Club coadvisor Laura Kulpa was in charge of organizing the stage crew and sets. “This program sort of had a rocky past couple of years with different advisors coming and going,� Recore said. “The attendance has gone down in terms of just our audience. Laura and I are deeply involved and dedicated in reviving this program and bringing it up to a statewide/nationally known program.� Dressed as wizards, witches, vampires and other magical fiction character, as well
as ordinary teenage students, during their June 3 rehearsal, the cast had a hard time describing the theme of the play. “Honestly, it’s hard to describe the play in words because so many elements come together,� said 18-yearold Gina Root, who plays a wizard. “But when you’re watching the play unfold on stage it’s easy to follow along and understand what’s going on, even if you never seen any of the movies.� Play writer Dorf states on his website that the audience will “encounter deli-owning vegetarians, invisible rabbits, magical carrot weapons, random lunatics, soothing offstage voices, evil gourmets and much more, as
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Thursday, June 6, 2013 — The Berlin Citizen
Connecticut House and Senate approves $44 billion budget proposal By Associated Press HARTFORD — Lawmakers gave final legislative approval Monday to a proposed $44 billion two-year state budget that Gov. Dannel P. Malloy acknowledged is not perfect but shows the state has gotten its “priorities straight.” But whether the plan is the cure needed to fix the state’s economic ills was a key point of disagreement. The bill passed the House June 2, along party lines, 9548, following a five-hour overnight debate that ended shortly after 5 a.m. The legislature’s minority Republicans, who did not participate
in the budget negotiations, all voted no. House Majority Leader Joseph Aresimowicz, DBerlin, noted how the twoyear, approximately $44 billion budget represents the key funding priorities of the legislature such as the continuation of public school reform and the protection of state aid to cities and towns. The budget attempts to cover a projected $2.5 billion deficit. “We’re doing what you promised your constituents when you wanted to come up here and you wanted them to vote you up here,” Aresimowicz told the House members June 2. “You’re making a dif-
ference.” The budget bill narrowly passed the Senate June 3, by a 19-17 margin, with three Democrats joining Republicans in opposition, and now awaits Malloy’s signature. Republican senators maintained the budget agreement reached by the Democratic governor and majority Democratic leaders of the General Assembly does not help the state recover from the recession. They said the state continues to trail other states seeing economic improvements, including New York and Massachusetts. “We are going the wrong way. We were going the wrong
way two years ago,” said Sen. Jason Welch, R-Bristol, referring to the last budget that relied on higher taxes to help cover a massive budget deficit. “We continue to go the wrong way now despite the many warnings from the many people.” Malloy, speaking to a group of newspaper editors during a Monday, June 3, conference call, maintained that the budget proposal continues to make the changes needed to produce savings in state government while not raising new taxes. “Is this perfect? Not by a long shot. But we are making changes, systemic changes
that are producing real savings across the board,” Malloy said. “When you consider where we were two years ago on so many issues and compare that today, there should be no question we are moving in the right direction.” He pointed to increased funding for economic development and education, including a $1.5 billion investment over 10 years at three UConn campuses to construct science, technology, engineering and math facilities. He also touted efforts to fully fund the state’s pension system and exempt clothing and
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Town receives unexpected wire transfer from state By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen
At the end of April, the town received a wire transfer of $158,659 from the Department of Education, according to Finance Director James Wren. “It’s not unusual,” Wren said. “We frequently get money from the state, but usually we can identify what grant that applies to and with this one we couldn’t.” After discussion with the state, the town was told the money related to an old McGee Middle School renovation project that was completed back in 2004. “It was a bonded project, which the state provides grants towards school con-
structions and renovations,” Wren said. “The state had done an audit of this project and found out they owed the town an additional $158,000.” A special town meeting was held in May, since the Town Charter states that any non-budgeted appropriation above $25,000 has to go to the Town Council for an acceptance and appropriation of the funds. The council moved the $158,659 to the debt service account for the current fiscal year. “So, in other words, this
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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, June 6, 2013
Despite low inventory, home sales are rising in surrounding towns By Mary Ellen Godin Special to The Citizen
The Central Connecticut real estate market is bucking a state trend toward higher prices and lower sales volume, according to recent data and local real estate agents. Single-family home sales in the state dropped 3.5 percent in the first quarter, while median prices rose more than 9 percent, according to the Warren Group, publisher of The Commercial Record. “Low inventory is plaguing housing markets all over the country, and Connecticut is
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Thursday, June 6, 2013 — The Berlin Citizen
Parks and Recreation Summer programs The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for summer youth and adult programs. Registration in person will be accepted at the Berlin Parks and Recreation Department, Monday through Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The office will be closed July 4 for Independence Day. If registering by mail, include the enclosed registra-
tion form, a check made out to the Town of Berlin and a self-addressed, stamped envelope and mail to Berlin Parks and Recreation Department, 230 Kensington Rd., Berlin, CT 06037. Make sure to include the program number on the registration form. For a complete brochure of programs or for registration forms, visit town.berlin.ct.us or call (860) 828-7009.
Berlin Dolphin swim team The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department is
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for July 1 through 11; second session is scheduled for July 15 through 25; a mini session is scheduled for July 29 through Aug. 2. Deadline to register is the Thursday before each session. Classes are scheduled as follows: 4-to 5-year-olds, from 9 to 9:35 a.m.; 6-to 8year-olds, from 9:35-10:20 a.m.; 9-to 12-year-olds, from 10:20-11:10 a.m.; 12 years and older, from 11:10 a.m. to noon. For more information, fees, or to register, call (860) 828-7009.
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The Swing for Shelby! golf tournament, sponsored by at the Kensington-Berlin Sunrise Rotary, is scheduled for Monday, June 17, at Timberlin Golf Course. The event features a four person scramble at 11 a.m., check in, noon shotgun start, lunch and buffet dinner, prizes, gift bag and raffles. Non-golfers may attend the dinner only. Proceeds benefit the Shelby Luddy fund and Rotary projects. For more information or for tickets, call John Roman at (203) 232-1081, or email jcRoman2012 @aol.com. Registration by June 10 is requested.
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everyone’s favorite wizards, vampires and werewolves battle to save miserable, gloomy Spork (the town the play is set in) — and indeed the world — from certain destruction.” The cast members said “Harry’s Hotter at Twilight” tears down the “fourth wall,” which is a term used to describe an imaginary wall that actors put up between the stage and audience. Throughout the play, the actors interact with the spectators by speaking to the audience directly and explaining the scenes between monologues. But what the cast talked about most is how the seniors came together and bonded throughout the two and a half months of rehearsals. “I’ve been in every play possible since my freshman year and this is the epitome of
Dog license renewals began on June 1 and will run until June 30 through the Town Clerk’s Office. Check to see if rabies is up to date and whether the dog has been neutered or spayed. A fee is charged. If not registered by June 30 there will be a late fee per month. For more information, call the Town Clerk’s Office at (860) 828-7036.
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The Berlin Citizen Thursday, June 6, 2013 Pictured, from left with Nella Matias, who handled haircutting duties, are David Wilcox, the Rev. Mark Pillitiere, Laurene and James Lynch. Not pictured is Mike Neault, who in addition to shaving his hair, took off his beard.
St. Baldrick’s fundraiser Five parishioners at Berlin Congregational Church, shed their locks, shaving their heads for St. Baldrick’s Foundation, recently at the Berlin Congregational Church. St. Baldrick’s charity raises funds to help find cures for children with cancer. Money is raised primarily through head-shaving events such as the one held at Berlin Congregational. Since 2000, St. Baldrick’s Foundation volunteers have organized nearly 4,200 head-shaving events and shaved over 190,500 heads, raising over $118 million for life-saving childhood cancer research. Berlin Congregational participants raised more than $1,700 for St. Baldricks.
Berlin Congregational The Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled its 6th annual 50’s drive-in for Saturday, June 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. Members of the Christian Education will take food orders at your car. DJ, bring your classic cars. For more information, call (860) 3441455.
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The Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled its annual free Vacation Bible School, Kingdom Rock, for Monday, June 24, through Friday, June 28, from 2 to 5 p.m. For more information, call (860) 828-6586.
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Sunday, June 16 - Chalk the Walk. Children will draw murals on the church walkways. (Rain date is June 23.) Sunday, July 14 - Summer Fun Day. Outdoor activities (some involving water), and create snacks. (Rain date is July 21.) Outdoor Kids Church programs during the month of August. Fun activities and snacks. Sunday, Sept. 8 - Back to School Party. Celebrate with activities, games and snacks. For more information, contact jenn@wellspring. net, or visit wellspring.net.
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Mobile Foodshare is scheduled to be at Sacred Heart Church, 48 Cottage St., East Berlin, Friday, June 7 and 21, and July 5 and 19, from noon to 12:30 p.m. The mobile pantry program provides fresh fruit and vegetables to people in need. Volunteers (over 18 year old) are needed. For more information, call Father Nadolny at (860) 8280154.
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Kensington Congregational Church offers a drop-in adult/child playgroup every Tuesday, from 9:30 to 11 a.m., in the Reeves Center, 185 Sheldon St. This is an unstructured time for children to meet and play. For more information, call (860) 828-4511.
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Obituaries Frances DonAroma
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Jane “Jean“(Slowinski) Lenzi, 89, formerly of Berlin, widow of Mario “Mark” Lenzi, died June 1, 2013, at Apple Rehab in Cromwell. Born in Poland, daughter of the late John and the late Catherine (Dzuban) Slowinski, she was employed as a cook at Mooreland Hill School until her retirement, and was a member of Sacred Heart Church in East Berlin. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Catherine and Kenneth Mee-
Barbara Martin Barbara (Bednarz) Martin, 68, of Kensington, loving wife of Milton Martin, died peacefully May 31, 2013, at home. Born in New Britain, daughter of the late John and the late Helen (Formeister) Bednarz, she graduated from Plainville High School, and was a member of St. Paul Church in Kensington. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Keith A. Martin, of Kensington, and Kevin A. Martin, of Savannah, Ga.; a daughter, Coryann Martin, of Plainville; a brother and sister-in-law, John and Regina Bednarz, of South Windsor; a sister, Frances Jakubiak, of Meriden, and several nieces and nephews. Services were held June 4, 2013, from Porter’s Funeral Home, Kensington, followed by a Funeral Liturgy at St. Paul Church. Burial followed in South Burying Ground,
Kensington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VNA Healthcare, 300 Queen Street, Southington, CT 06489.
Mary Mallia Mary “Connie” (Trombetta) Mallia, 91, of Kensington, widow of Louis Mallia, died May 28, 2013, at The Village at Kensington Place in Meriden. Born in New Britain, the daughter of the late Nichola and the late Caterina (Riitano) Trombetta, she graduated from New Britain High School, and was employed at Landers, Frairy and Clark, and later was a para-professional for the New Britain School District at Roosevelt, Slade, and New Britain High schools. She was a longtime member of St. Joseph’s Church in New Britain and St. Paul Church in Kensington, and was a member of V.F.W. Post 10732 Ladies Auxiliary. In addition to being a mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she enjoyed homemaking, cooking, square dancing, and visiting family. She is survived by two
sons, Louis Mallia Jr. and his wife Betty of Glenpool, Oklahoma, and Paul Mallia and his wife Linda, of Kensington; five grandchildren, Jonathan, Michael, Jillian, Charlie, and Lori, and their families, and many close friends and family who she loved very much including Nana Ama and the staff at The Village. In addition to her husband of 60 years, she was predeceased by her younger brother, Joseph Trombetta, and her younger sister, Helen Juliano. Services were held June 3, 2013, from Porter’s Funeral Home, Kensington, followed by a Funeral Liturgy at St. Paul Church. Burial followed in Fairview Cemetery, New Britain. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul Church, 467 Alling Street, Kensington, CT 06037. For online condolences, visit www.berlinmemorialfuneralhome.com.
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Joseph Aivano, 91, of Berlin, widower of Rose (Quarello) Aivano, died peacefully May 28, 2013, at Southington Care Center after a short illness. Born in Kensington, son of the late Peter and the late Angelina (Grassi) Aivano, he graduated from Berlin High School, served in the US
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han, of Berlin; a son, Mark Lenzi, of Harwich, Mass.; a sister, Helen Borst, of Madison, N.J.; two granddaughters, Sage Emily Meehan and Melissa Beth Meehan, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Sophia Bajek. Burial in Maple Cemetery, Berlin, will be at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is in charge of arrangements.
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Frances DonAroma, 88, died peacefully on May 25, 2013, surrounded by her loving children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and their partners in life. Frances was born on June 10, 1924, in New Britain, the daughter of Arthur and Eleanor LaBarge. She was married to her childhood sweetheart, Edward DonAroma, who passed away in 1985. Her siblings, Emma Wichrowski, Rita Ostertag and Jack LaBarge, predecease her. Her children Gloria and John Graham, Kathleen DonAroma, Pamela DonAroma and Dan Hayden survive Frances, as well as her grandchildren, James and A.J. Kras, Alison and Neal Burton, Lindsay Jenkelunas, Valerie Nightengale, P.J. Jenkelunas, Molly Morgan, Lauren Jenkelunas, Emily Hayden, Bryan Babula, Christine Hayden and Peter Keane. Services were held May 31, 2013, from New Britain Memorial – Donald D. Sagarino Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian Funeral Liturgy at Saint Jerome’s Church, New Britain. Burial followed at Saint Mary’s Cemetery. Donations may be made to Good Cause Gifts, 384 Main Street, Berlin, CT. 06037. To share a memory with the family, visit www.newbritainsagarino.com.
Army in World War II where he was awarded The Purple Heart and the Bronze Star, and was the owner of the Star Restaurant. He was a member of St. Paul Church and the Knights of Columbus and was a former Grand Knight. An avid Yankees, UConn, and Giants fan, he was a great father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend who will be truly missed. He is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Peter and Laverne Aivano, of Canton, Joseph and Heidi Aivano, and David and Elizabeth Aivano, all of Berlin; seven grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, and countless friends. Funeral services will be held June 1, 213, from Porter’s Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Liturgy at St. Paul Church. Burial followed in West Lane Cemetery, Kensington. Donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 1 Union Street, Suite 301, Robbinsville, New Jersey 086914183.
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Summer’s coming! By Helen Aveline
There is something special about summer reading…sitting back in the porch rocker with a glass of iced tea sweating on the table next to you — heaven! Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer (although this year you couldn’t tell by the temperature!) but summer reading will start at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library on June 20, the day before the true summer solstice. The Children’s Summer Reading Club theme is Dig Into Reading. Children may sign up online on our web page or use the reading log available from school or in the library. Children who read one book will have their photo taken for display in library. Once children have read 40 days, they may choose a free paperback donated by the Friends of the
Open Book Berlin-Peck Library. Summer reading for teens and for adults is done entirely online. Sign up through the link on our website, berlinpeck.lib.ct.us, and record each book you read (or listen to) throughout the summer. Each book counts as an entry into weekly prize drawings and our grand prize drawing for a Kindle (adults) or an iPod touch (teens). The more you read, the more chances you have to win! All participants receive a coupon for a free Pralines’ ice cream just for signing up (while supplies last). Teens can look forward to a new YA section design. We are arranging the collection by genre, instead of author, similar to a bookstore. Now
all your favorite types of books will be shelved together. You can still find them by author or title by looking in the catalog. Also, we are featuring some special teen programming including duct tape crafting, henna tattoos, and a zentangle workshop series. Adult programs scheduled for the summer months include an author visit, movie afternoons, book discussions, henna tattoos, foreign film nights and more. And the best news of all: the Berlin-Peck Library will be open full days on Saturdays, during July and August. That’s right. You can visit us from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., to pick up your reading materials, use the computers, read the papers or just cool off. You asked for it and I am happy that we can now provide this library’s services to all on every Saturday. Hope to see you soon!
Government Meetings
Monday, June 10 Economic Development Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Board of Education, BOE Meeting Room, 238 Kensington Rd., 7 p.m. Kensington Fire District, 947 Farmington Ave., 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 11 Conservation Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 6:30 p.m. Veterans Commission, American Legion
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Way too smart for me By Glenn Richter Someday the historians will pinpoint the moment when the average small appliance sold in this country was, for the first time, smarter than the average small appliance buyer. That’s when we entered a new phase, a new era. Someday the historians will come up with a name for it. Meanwhile, take the “smart” coffee machine — please! For all I know, it may have just one little computer chip in it, but that’s more than enough smarts to outsmart Yrs Trly. And I ought to know: I’ve got quite a collection of the goshdarn things cluttering up the place, none of them working. Sure, I’ve considered the possibility that they’re not broken at all — that they’re so smart they’ve gone on strike. But that only makes it worse, because smart, dagnabbit, is exactly what I don’t want in a coffee machine. I don’t want to admire the gizmo for its intellect; I just want it to make me some blankity-blank coffee. Which (as the manufacturers seem to have forgotten) is supposed to be
Job number one for a coffee machine — not telling the time (in this, or any other time zone — which has to be reset, anyway, every time the power flickers off for a millisecond, and then you have to allow for Greenwich Mean Time, multiply by 5/9 and subtract 32, or whatever, to get it going again) and not hashing out the algorithms necessary for it to theoretically fire itself up, two weeks from Tuesday, when I’m due to come back from my vacation in, say, Java. All that stress just for a cup of Joe? No! Unfortunately, the best indicator that a machine is too smart for me — the thickness of the instruction manual — only comes to light after I’ve already bought the blankity-blank thing and taken it home; the thicker the instruction book, the worse the mistake I know I’ve already made. Because, after opening the box and prying all the parts out of their cardboard and molded-foam and twist-tied packaging, hopefully without breaking anything (and why, oh why, does it always seem See Smart, page 13
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Upbeat picnic 2013
Sgt. Mack, left, and PV2 Zygmont, right, of the National Guard, show children the inside Citizen photos by Monica Szakacs Melissa Johnson, 17, experiences what a of a military helicopter. Ashley Rusch, 7, enjoys a horse ride. car crash at 15 miles per hour feels, sponsored by the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association.
Police Chief Paul Fitzgerald, second from right, turns hotdogs with local volunteers. From left: Zander Varricchio, 6, Paige Varricchio, 10, Brittany Nemphos, 18, and Adrianna Varricchio, 6. Berlin Adult Education staff volunteer to hand out nachos to picnic goers.
Umayma Khan, 7, poses with her father, Shahzad Khan, for a photo after getting her face painted. Children cheer for their rubber duck to win the race.
Berlin High School Upbeat peer leadership volunteers get soaked by children throwing sponges.
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AARP trips Thursday, June 20 - River Quest Cruise with lunch at Gelston House. Thursday, July 18 - Boston Fenway Park tour and Duck Boat. Sunday, Aug. 4 to Monday, Aug. 5 - Boston Pops and Cape Cod with Hyannis Harbor Cruise. Tuesday, Sept. 16 to Sunday, Sept. 22 - Mackinaw Island. Michigan. Tuesday, Oct. 8 - Cranberry Bog Tour with buffet lunch at the Dan’l Webster Inn. Tuesday, Nov. 8 - New England tour and lunch at Salem Cross Inn. Thursday, Dec. 5 - Christmas in Newport. For more information, call Ann Gamelin at (860) 8286700, or Phyllis Fecteau at (86) 828-4934.
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June 21 - A Day at the Races Suffolk Downs. July 10 - Summer Quest Lobster Cruise. July 22 to 26 - Montreal, Ottawa. Aug. 8 - Saratoga. Aug. 20 - Wickford Village. Sept. 5 - The Intrepid, New York City. Sept. 16 - Williamsburg, Va. and Washington, D.C. Sept. 18 - Connecticut Day at the Big E. Oct. 8 - The Beacon Resort, Lincoln, N.H. Oct. 22 - Platzel Brauhaus Oktoberfest. Nov. 13 to 15 - Atlantic City. Nov. 20 - Radio City Show. Dec. 4 - New York City. Dec. 11 - Newport and Providence, Rhode Island. Dec. 17 - Christmas at the New York Botanical Garden.
Senior Bowling results from May 31: Ferd Brochu, 187; Rockwell Roberts, 174; Jan Bennett, 169; Liz Rugens, 164; Joe Sytulek, 162; Irene Willametz, 160; Gene Lemery, 158; Jim Nishioka, 157.
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Walter J. Pajor, Jr.
Walter J. Pajor, Jr., of Berlin, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2013, at The Connecticut Hospice, Branford, after a short illness. He was born Nov. 20, 1937, in New Britain, CT, the son of the late Walter J. Pajor Sr. and Mabel (Woodruff) Pajor, and lived most of his life in Kensington/Berlin. He graduated from Berlin High school in 1955 where he excelled as an athlete in football, baseball, and basketball. Known as “string” by his classmates due to his tall, lanky frame, he shined on the basketball court where he set multiple performance records. He went on to attend American International college, Springfield, Mass., after which he worked through a four-year apprenticeship program at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft, East Hartford. This led to his employment with Pratt & Whitney for many years as a process engineer. Yearning to be his own boss,
he later bought and/or started and operated his own businesses including Center Paint and Hardware, Berlin; Pajor Painting and Wallpaper; and Pajor Construction and Siding Inc, which he owned with his brother Robert. Prior to retirement, he was employed as a production engineer at Sherwood Industries, Kensington. He served six years in the Connecticut Air National Guard and was a member of Berlin Lions Club for several years. In addition, he was a master carpenter and a highly skil1ed woodworker and handyman; there was almost no home, yard, or vehicle fix-it project he couldn’t tackle and solve. He had many interests including playing golf, cooking, working on classic cars, and planting and tending to his abundant vegetable garden every year. He was also an avid fan of the Boston Red sox and UCONN basketball. He is survived by his son Thomas J. Pajor, of Reedsburg, Wis., his son Gary W. Pajor and his wife Lori, of Colchester; his sister Patricia Burse, of Plant City, Fla.; his grandsons Russell and
Continued from page 10 Justin Pajor, of Colchester; several nieces and a nephew, Kim Pajor-Perrin, Sandy Pajor-Patrick, Trisha Eurto, and Ken Pajor; and many cousins. He was predeceased by his brother Robert W. Pajor in 1992. A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family with burial at Maple Cemetery, Berlin. There will be no calling hours. Contributions and donations may be made in Walter’s memory to: The Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405 or the American Heart Association, www.heart.org. Berlin Memorial Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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like more thought went into the design of this throwaway stuff than into the machine itself ?) I don’t necessarily think I should then have to spend 45 minutes reading a dissertation (sometimes in badly translated English) and studying diagrams (instead of photos, they use drawings that look nothing like the plastic parts I have in front of me) before I can get me a simple cup o’ mud. Maybe the reason these gadgets keep dying on me is that they’re too blankityblank smart in the first place. Seems to me that Mom’s old Universal Coffeematic (made in New Britain, a long time ago, by Landers, Frary & Clark) worked just fine for decades — and that thing was as dumb as a box o’ rocks. And another thing: When did it become impossible to
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Thomas Gerdis
Thomas “Al” Gerdis, 97, of Berlin passed away recently at the Hebrew Hospital in West Hartford. He was born in New Britain, and attended New Britain and Berlin schools, as well as Babson College and Moody Business School. He reportedly was the fourth oldest surviving World War II Army veteran at the time of his death. Al, at first a constable, retired as Sergeant of the Berlin Police Department in 1980 after 28 years of service. He was the last surviving member of Berlin’s original police force, with a long history of community service.
Al was a founding member of the Berlin Lions Club, a founder of the Berlin Police Benevolent Association, a past commander of the Post 68 Bolton-Kasica American Legion Post and the Timberlin Golf Club and a director of the Berlin Land Trust; past president of the Berlin Volunteer Fire Department; life member of the New Britain Fish and Game Club; the Berlin agent of the State Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Fund, and a member of the Berlin Historical Society and the Wetlands Commission. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Margaret Savage Gerdis; his wife, Barbara Louise Rowe Gerdis, in 1991; and his middle son, Alan Timothy, following an automobile accident in 1970. His late siblings
were Lillian Johnston, of Fairfiled; brother, John, of Berlin; and sister, Bernadette Dyer, of Kensington. Al and Barbara were married in 1939 and had four children, Tom of Shelbyville, Ky., Alan Timothy, John J. (Sharon) of Berlin and Robin Forcash (Don) of Hebron. His primary caregiver in recent years was his daughter, Robin. He leaves his grandchildren, Kim Gerdis Conti of East Berlin, Steve Forcash of Danville, Calif., Alan Forcash of Hampton, Va., David Forcash of Hebron, Trina Sutherland of Pearland, Texas, Joel Gerdis of Louisville, Ky., and Micah Gerdis of Jeffersonville, Ind. He leaves eight great-grandchildren. A memorial service is
scheduled for Friday, June 14, 2013 at 2 p.m. at the Kensington Congregational Church in Kensington. Memorial gifts in lieu of
flowers can be sent to the American Legion (Berlin) or the VFW, (Berlin).
Local is principal of Middle School of the Year The Connecticut Association of Schools has selected Sage Park Middle School in Windsor as the 2013-2014 CAS Middle School of the Year, of which Berlin resident Paul G. Cavaliere, Jr. is principal of the school. Sage Park Middle School was chosen among 150 Connecticut middle schools for employing exemplary practices as defined by the National Middle School Association and the National Association of Secondary School Principals, according to a press release. CAS will host a ceremony at Sage Park in the fall, and a CAS celebration event at the Aqua-Turf in November.
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Harris lowers the boom on Rockville By Ken Lipshez The Berlin Citizen
VERNON – The clouds were gathering in the first inning. The Berlin High softball team used its patented smallball style of offense to load the bases with no outs, but Rockville’s All-State pitcher Kaitlyn Lajoie struck out the third and fourth hitters in the Redcoats order. Early momentum, so vital in a game where runs would almost surely be at a premium, was hanging in the balance. Exactly which way the game would turn rested with the next hitter, pitcher Makayla Harris. Harris consummated a long at-bat with a two-run double to left and went on to pitch a gem in a 3-0 whitewash of the defending Class L champion and third-seeded Rams in a quarterfinal clash May 31 in the stifling heat at Rockville High School.
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Makayla Harris slides into third base during Berlin’s 12-2 thrashing of Branford in first round of the Class L tournament May 28 at Sage Park. The memory of last year’s tournament ouster was thick in the air. The sixth-seeded Redcoats were one pitch away from se-
curing a second-round win at Brookfield 364 days earlier, but wound up losing 3-2 in eight innings. Berlin coach Jason Pires analyzed the
game ad nauseam and took full responsibility. Harris, just a sophomore at the time, gained the kind of experience that nothing but playing the game can teach. “I’d be lying if I said last year didn’t cross my mind when the bottom of the seventh started,” Pires said. “We’re not that team. I knew it wouldn’t happen again. I knew we were winning this game when it got to the seventh.” Lajoie and Harris waged a memorable battle as opposing pitchers. Each gave up only three hits. Neither issued any walks. Lajoie struck out 10 and Harris countered with nine. The first inning at-bat was a microcosm of their personal battle. Brittany Sullivan began the game by beating out a bunt. Megan Wicander tapped back to the mound but with the first baseman charging, the bag was left un-
covered. Courtney Silvia slapped a grounder toward the hole. Third baseman Megan Gardiner made a diving stop, but Sullivan beat the throw to shortstop Emily Burg covering. “We knew their game plan,” Rockville coach Frank Levick said. “We knew that first inning they were going to bunt the first four or five batters. Kids just didn’t cover the bags. Two outs later, the burden of producing runs was on Harris. In the midst of a 10-pitch at-bat, she rifled a liner outside the bag at third and it struck Sullivan in foul territory. Harris got a chance to breathe as the trainer tended to Sullivan. Emily Ference came on to pinch-run. When a Lajoie delivery bounced to the backstop, Ference boldly dashed home with the first run.
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Rombola settles for 2nd against a familiar foe By Ken Lipshez The Berlin Citizen
Berlin High junior tennis prodigy Dan Rombola travelled a familiar trail and ran into a familiar roadblock. Rombola, the third seed in the Class M tournament, motored through the semifinals without so much as losing a set, but ran into Bradley Orban of Foran-Milford in the final Saturday and lost a 6-0, 6-1 verdict to settle for second place. “While Dan competed well, Bradley Orban was dominant,” Berlin coach Rex Smith said. Rombola moves on to compete in the State Open that was slated to begin Tuesday at Yale. The two-time All-Stater lost to the top-seeded Orban in the ‘M’ semifinals last year, 6-0, 6-0. Orban, ranked second in Connecticut by the United States Tennis Associ-
ation, went on to win Class M and State Open. Rombola also met him in the 18-andunder final of a USTA event in mid-May and lost, 6-2, 6-1. Given Rombola’s fierce pride and competitive spirit, he can’t wait to see him again. “After the [Class M] tournament was over, people came to me and said, ‘Great tournament. Great run.’ Thanks to all of them but I wanted to win so freaking badly,” he said. “I want to get back on the court and play. [Losing] doesn’t resonate well with me. I can’t wait to play in the Open and get back here next year.” Rombola said Orban’s serve was the difference. “Fundamentally he’s so strong and the repetition value is incredible,” he said. “I don’t know if I’ve ever played against a kid with a serve as good as his.” Rombola lost just eight
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Berlin boys tennis coach Rex Smith and his star player, junior Dan Rombola. games in cruising through the first five rounds. He defeated Jonathan Sanchez of Bullard-Havens Tech-Bridgeport in the first round, 6-0, 61. A familiar foe – Adrian Kurzatkowski of CCC South rival Platt – fell in the second round by the same score.
Rombola dispatched Trevor Robinson of Lewis Mills in the third round, 6-2, 6-2. The competition got tougher, but the results continued along the same lines. Rombola trounced sixth seed John Burdick of Avon, 6-1, 61, and had little trouble stop-
ping seventh seed Evan Powell of Guilford by the same score in the semis. Rombola is ranked 17th by the USTA, but defeated No. 11 Dan Soifer in Branford, and edged No. 15 Alex Sloan of Hall-West Hartford during the scholastic season April 10, 7-5, 3-6, 6-3. He believes he can beat Orban. If he didn’t believe, he said, he’d be beaten before he starts. “Every time I have a match like that, I think back to prior matches where I’ve hit shots you wouldn’t believe,” he said. “I don’t care who you are, you’re not going to get the shot I come up with. “But ego comes along with being a tennis player,” he added. “Every time you step on the court, you have to think you’re the best player in the world, even if you’re playing the best player in the world. If you don’t, the match is lost no matter what.”
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Kemmling leads ladies to CCC title By Ken Lipshez The Berlin Citizen
The lone blemish on the 2013 ledger for the Berlin High girls golf team was greatly diminished May 29 when the Lady Redcoats cruised to their third consecutive CCC Tournament championship, at Tunxis Plantation Country Club, in Farmington. The Redcoats placed a glittering wrap on the regular season the day before by easily out-stroking New Britain, 175-249, in the Stan Pisk Memorial Golf Tournament at Stanley Golf Course, their 19th victory in 20 matches. The lone setback came on May 6 at Tunxis against Farmington by one stroke. Berlin scored 323 to Farmington’s 349 at the tournament, and revenge was sweet. “We’ve been hurting since Farmington defeated us (169170),” Berlin coach Jim Barnes said. “It was our only loss of the season and cost us the CCC West regular-season
title. Returning to Tunxis and winning the CCC Tournament so convincingly was very special. I hope all the girls learned how good they really are today. If they did, [the state tournament, scheduled for Tuesday at Orange Hills C.C.] could also be very special.” Julia Kemmling shot a 75 to earn her spot as CCC Tournament medalist, but as is the case in golf, she had no idea how her primary Farmington foe Michelle Sangeloty was faring. “I knew I was playing well,” Kemmling said. “I was ahead of the pace I was at during the practice round, and I played well there. I try to play against the course, not the opponent. I just try to worry about myself so that way, I don’t let anything distract me from my main goal.” Ashley D’Attilio finished third with an 81 and Emily Deutsch was fourth with 82. Caroline D’Attilio and Abbie Underwood both shot 85s to clinch spots in the top 10. Fifteen teams and more
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The Berlin High girls golf team won the CCC Tournament in resounding fashion on May 29. Front row, left to right, Ashley D’Attilio, Emily Deutsch and Caroline D’Attilio. Back row, Julia Kemmling and Abbie Underwood. Coach Jim Barnes is at right. than 70 girls participated in the event. In the Pisk Tournament, Kemmling shot a 41 on Stanley’s par-37 white nine to win low-score honors for the 11th time this season. Ashley D’Attilio carded a 42 and Emma Atkinson a 45 to take second and third respectively in the event. All three are sophomores. Deutsch, who won both the nearest-to-the-pin and the longest-drive contests, rounded out Berlin’s scoring with a 47. Early start: So how did the latest in a line of fabulous
female golfers at BHS get her start? “I started going to the driving range with my dad when I was 3,” Kemmling said. “I entered my first tournament when I was 6. I’ve always been in love with the game. “I kept playing and I wanted to keep getting better because I’m very competitive and I’m hard on myself. I practice every day that I can.” Berlin is now 70-3 in Barnes’ four seasons as
coach. During that time, the Redcoats have won a state championship and finished second twice. Since the girls started playing a state championship in 2003, Berlin has finished in the top 10 nine times. The excellence is likely to continue. “We have a lot of freshmen who have shown a ton of potential, too,” Kemmling said. “They’ve been putting up good scores and have played in three or four varsity matches.”
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BHS 4x800 quartet breaks record and takes 2nd By Ken Lipshez The Berlin Citizen
Berlin High runners Catherine Voelpel, Michelle Grieco, Jody DiCicco and Kristen Madeia broke the 4x800 relay record at the Class MM meet in Willow Brook Park May 30, but had to settle for second place behind Hillhouse. Berlin coach Steve Soucy said the quartet ran an almost perfect race. “Our goal was to lower the current MM record of 9:39 and they did exactly that,” he said. “The girls ran 9:38.88. Unfortunately, they were paired up against Hillhouse, who ran 9:34. “I couldn’t ask any more from the girls and they can say that in the history of
Class MM, they are the second fastest team ever. Each of the girls either matched or bettered their time and our handoffs were perfect.” Voelpel, a senior headed for the University of Maryland, took second in the 400 meters in 59.32 and qualified for the State Open slated for June 3 in New Britain. Grieco qualified for the Open in the 3200 meters with a fourth-place finish in 11:54. Madeia ran a personal-best 2:21.70 in the 800 meters that was good for sixth place and DiCicco ran her best at 2:32.58. Madeia is a sophomore. Grieco and DiCicco are freshmen. Sophomore Taylor Lupini was seventh in the high jump (4’8), and the 4x100 relay team of Gina Lapila,
Shannon Mahoney, Sam Carbonell and Marisa Silva recorded a season-best 54.38. Berlin finished 13th in the team competition with 26 points. Hillhouse was first with 75. Boys set mark: The boys’ 4x100 relay team of Hiral Patel, Matt Kall, Mike Pomian and Christian LaPierre set a new school record by logging a 45.03. The sixth-place finish netted the Redcoats their only three points in the Class MM meet after taking second in the CCC Championships the week before with a 45.18. The quartet eclipsed the 45.04 tied in 2010 by Taylor Tavarozzi, David Campagna, Ian VanderGulik and Joe Rocco.
BHS ‘9’ ousted in Class L quarterfinals By Ken Lipshez The Berlin Citizen
The Berlin High 4x800 relay team broke the Class MM record but settled for second behind Hillhouse.
Announcement The annual Red/White Spring Football Game that will offer an early glimpse into Berlin High’s 2014 season will take place Friday, June 14, at Sage Park at 5:30 p.m. The Redcoats, Class M runners-up who finished 11-2 last year, will have quarterback Mitch Williams, linemen Anthony Duong and Devin Reilly and inside linebackers Dante Vasi and Dan McLeod among those shaping the nucleus of the team. Berlin went 41-7, with four straight playoff appearances, over the last four seasons under head coach John Capodice.
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No Connecticut high school has won more state baseball championships than Waterford, and Berlin fell short of halting the Lancers’ drive toward No. 10. Jordan Hamler ascended the hero’s podium with a route-going performance, two hits and two RBI as No. 2 Waterford emerged from the Class L quarterfinals with a 7-2 win over the 10th-seeded Redcoats on the road June 1. Berlin (15-8) was bidding for its seventh title, the most recent coming in 2005. The defeat failed to diminish the courageous campaign turned in by ace left-hander Connor Bennett (7-3). Despite a nagging shoulder injury, the senior turned in a 10strikeout performance in handcuffing Jonathan LawMilford 2-1 in the tourney’s first round on May 28. “Bennett pitched on guts for the whole season,” Berlin coach Leo Veleas said. “If it wasn’t for him we wouldn’t have gotten to where we got.” But Waterford (22-4) reached him and sophomore reliever Jared Gallagher for 13 hits. Hamler’s two-run double provided the Eastern Con-
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Boys golf team rides total team effort to CCC crown By Ken Lipshez The Berlin Citizen
The Berlin High boys golf team wrapped up an exceptional season by winning its first CCC Tournament by three strokes May 28, at Stanley Golf Course, in New Britain, thanks to superb rounds from each of the four entrants. Austin Forauer and Ryan
Baseball Continued from page 17 Veleas said. “I’m not taking anything away from Waterford, They’re a very good team. But looking at it from our end, we expect a lot.” The Redcoats committed 43 errors in 23 games. “I can’t give speech before every game. I don’t have that
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Marquis shot 3-over-par 75s tying the Glastonbury’s duo of medalist Blake Kelley (74) and Evan Grenus for the lowest score by any pair from the same team and individually settling into a tie for fourth place. Nick Martino carded a 78 and Geoff Magisano an 81. “Winning this tournament cements a good season for the team,” Berlin coach John Line said. “They are a won-
derful group and have worked together all season. “We had a great practice working on our short game and talking about what was necessary for us to win. The boys did what they needed to do and the rest fell into place.” The Redcoats shot a 309. Conard was second at 312 and Glastonbury third at 314. “Austin Forauer has had a
great season and this was a continuation of that,” Line said. “Ryan Marquis is a talented individual that serves as a leader in our school. He has a great perspective on matters and understands the moment and, no surprisingly, he stepped up. “Nick Martino played as the number one seed and held his own. [Kelley] and Conard’s number one Max
Sherer were in his group,” Line said. “That he played well with those two other players says a lot about his confidence. “Geoff Magisano was just as important as the others, delivering a competitive score on a day that was difficult to score on.” The Redcoats won the CCC South title and finished 19-5.
many,” he said. “You work hard in practice, you hope it translates to the game. It’s a matter of execution.” The two Berlin RBI came off the bats of Dante Vasi (sacrifice fly in the fourth) and Jordan Zima (double in the sixth). After holding off Law in the first round, the Redcoats needed eight innings to put
away pesky seventh seed Wilcox Tech in a 16-8 secondround slugfest the following day. Starter Mike Veronesi (4-3) was beneficiary of the eightrun rally in the eighth after escaping a jam in the seventh. With the winning run on third and one out, he retired the side on a groundout and line drive that second baseman Alec Norton snared a few inches off the dirt. Norton and Greg Konowski had three hits apiece.
Zima and Vasi drove in four runs each. Williams led the team in RBI and hitting (.420), followed by Grabowski (.329) and Vasi (.312). Bennett, who will have happier birthdays than Saturday’s, posted a 2.31 ERA. In addition to Bennett, the following wrapped up their careers: Zima (.338), Jeff Sylvester and Mike Baroni. Returning junior starters include Vasi, center fielder Grabowski, left fielder
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“Put her name out there front and center,” Pires said. “Emily Ference doesn’t play much. She was a jayvee player a lot of the year. She came in in the hugest spot and that was an enormous thing she did taking off on that. We made them make the play and that was what we preached. “I can’t be yelling at you to go or not go. You’ve got to make the decision and it’s got to be immediate and she got in.” Harris ripped a double to left scoring the game’s final runs. “I took a big breath and I was ready,” she said. “I had time to settle down [after the line drive struck Sullivan]. The team would have been a little more rattled if [the productive at-bat] hadn’t happened, but I’m sure we would have gotten pumped up in the end.”
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Upbeat hoop clinic for girls The Upbeat Girls Basketball Clinic will be held Wednesday, June 26 through Saturday, June 29, for children in grades two to nine, come the fall at the McGee Middle School. The Clinic will be run by BHS girls basketball coach Sheila King from 8:30 a.m. until noon. For more information, contact King at (860) 828-6577, ext. 181, or email at sking@berlinschools.org. The tuition fee includes a t-shirt, drinks, a certificate, and awards. A discount will be applied for families with two or more participants. The application deadline is June 1. Checks should be made payable to “Berlin Upbeat Summer Basketball” and sent with an application form to: Sheila King, c/o Berlin High School, 139 Patterson Way, Berlin, CT 06037. Participants should wear sneakers, shorts and tshirts.
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Upbeat hoop clinic for boys The Upbeat Boys Basketball Clinic will be held Monday, July 8 through Thursday, July 11, for children in grades two to nine, come the fall at the McGee Middle School gym. The Clinic will be run by BHS boys basketball coach Mike Veneziano, from 9 a.m. until noon. For more information, contact Veneziano at (860) 828-3527 or via email at mvenz@att.net, or contact John Capodice at (860) 8290284. The tuition fee includes a t-shirt, drinks, a certificate, and awards. A discount will be applied for families with two or more participants. The application deadline is June 1. Checks should be made payable to “Berlin Upbeat Summer Basketball” and sent with an application form to: Mike Veneziano, 117 Windy Knoll Drive, Berlin, CT 06037.
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As Pires said, Harris was the rest of the story. A two-out error and a single by Stephanie Kurowski put runners at the corners for Rockville (20-2) in the second but Harris retired the side on a comebacker. Rockville managed an infield hit in the third and a single to center by Michelle Correia in the fourth but neither made it to second base. Harris retired the final nine hitters. “Makayla is not overpowering but no one hits spots like Makayla,” Pires said. “They’re not the first team that’s been frustrated by her. They think they’re going to smack her all over the place. They don’t and they don’t know why. “It’s not fast but every
pitch moves. Nothing is where they think it’s going to be. She throws three pitches and she throws them all well.” Sullivan returned to the game after sustaining the ankle and was none the worse for wear. Wicander made a running catch of a line drive by Rockville cleanup hitter Courtney Oliva leading off the fourth inning among her three putouts. Third baseman Kaitlyn Guild had two assists and a putout. Harris fielded her position flawlessly with two assists, as did first baseman Kat Burek with six putouts. The Redcoats (20-3) advance to the semifinals to meet undefeated, secondseeded Masuk. Site and time were unavailable at press time.
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Play - Berlin High School drama club has scheduled a production of “Harry’s Hotter at Twilight” for Saturday, June 8, at 2 and 7 p.m., in the BHS auditorium. A fee is charged. For more information or for tickets, visit berlindrama.org. Berlin Historical Society - Berlin Historical Society, 305 Main St., is open every Saturday, from 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission. View new exhibits including a collection of vintage lunch boxes, newly expanded displays on Berlin Iron Bridges, Simeon North’s mill and treasures from the archives. Permanent exhibits on Berlin bricks, tin, toys and much more. For
Andrew is a darling 12-week-old kitten. He is a unique, smoky color. He has a sweet, easygoing and gentle personality. Andrew is one of the many kittens that are in need of permanent, loving homes. If this is not a good time for you to adopt, consider fostering a litter. Kitten season is here and many are waiting to be rescued and be part of the program. For more information, call (860) 828-5287. View the adoptable pets at www.fobac.org. more information, call (860) 828-5114.
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ter at Twilight” for Sunday, June 9, at 2 p.m., in the BHS auditorium. A fee is charged. For more information or for tickets, visit berlindrama.org.
Play - Berlin High School drama club has scheduled a production of “Harry’s Hot-
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Playgroup - Kensington Congregational Church offers a drop-in adult/child playgroup every Tuesday, from 9:30 to 11 a.m., in the Reeves Center, 185 Sheldon St. This is an unstructured time for children to meet and play. For more information, call (860) 828-4511. Boy Scout Troop 256 Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings, at the Kensington Firehouse. For information, call Ed Alicea, scoutmaster, at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scout Troop 44 Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays, at 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church. For information, call the troop committee chair at (860) 829-1832. TOPS - TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-profit, weight loss organization, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Cromwell Town Hall, 41 West St., second floor, Suite 219. For more information, call Betty Waters at (860) 635-7020.
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been working over 10 years to revitalize the train station. I can’t wait to start seeing those designs become a reality once the shovel is in the ground.” The vacant 889 buildings sit between the train station and the proposed site of the new police station. “Once the demolition begins, there will be a design phase which will be in conjunction with the state’s design plans for the train station,” Salina said, adding that the town engineers and planners sat down with state officials to blend the two project plans together. “We want
to make sure nothing is short sighted and that our construction phases don’t collide with the state’s construction. (The town plans) to have a new boulevard access off of Farmington Avenue that will connect to the new police station and run alongside the train station parking lot.” The proposed road will curve past the police station, behind businesses on Farmington Avenue, and lead into the renovated train station, which will include 260 parking spaces. The state has scheduled a meeting for June 20, at 6:30 p.m., in Town Council Chambers to update the town on their plan for the Berlin train station.
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Hotter at twilight: June 8, 13 and 14 at 7 p.m., and June 8 and 9 at 2 p.m. All performances are in the BHS Robert Long Auditorium. Doors open 30 minutes before the show. Tickets can be purchased online at berlindrana.org. “This is the first time we have five showings,” said James Shemeth, 18. “I’m glad how everything came together between cast schedules, music, sets, and basically the whole production.” Comments from other cast members: “I don’t do a lot of plays. You might not be able to tell but I’m a very shy person and it’s hard to put myself out there, but the cast has been so great. Drama Club is like my family and I can’t imagine being without them.” — Rebecca Wassil, 18. “This is the last production for all the seniors to come together, bond, have fun and do something that you normally wouldn’t do or always wanted to do but never had the time and just put on a great show.”— Sabrina Labadia, 18. “I’ve gained a lot of respect for the Drama Club and for theater. It’s not easy getting up on stage and be in a setting you’re not used to.” — Taylor Daniels, 18 Check us out: www.berlincitizen.com
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Information provided by the Berlin Police Department. Arrests do not indicate convictions. April 26 Matthew Sabourin, 31, 226 College St., Chicopee, Mass., third-degree larceny. April 27 Brian Tkacz, 36, 87 Knob Hill Rd., South Meriden, refusal to submit to chemical test, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol. Roman Woloshyn, 26, 31 Willow Lane, Newington, reckless driving. April 28 Ferenc Bagmneri, 42, 16
Stearns St., Bristol, disorderly conduct/other. April 29 Philip Hill, 20 Griffiths St., Danielson, simple trespass. May 5 John Jutras, 25, 17 Fernwood Circle, Newington, refusal to submit to chemical test, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol. May 7 Reggie Morales, 35, 510 Liberty St., Meriden, sixth-degree shoplifting. Roy Morales, 32, 510 Liberty St., Meriden, sixth-degree shoplifting.
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May 9 Kassandra Rivera, 19, 224 Broad St., New Britain, firstdegree criminal mischief. Lisa Reed, 43, 141 Alling St., third-degree assault, interfering with emergency call, disorderly conduct by intimidation. May 10 Lisa Reed, 43, 141 Alling St., violation of standing criminal protective order/threatening. Michael Refalo, 51, 3 Home Pl, Winstead, first-degree failure to appear. May 12 Omar Santiago, 34, 107 Ridgers Rd., Middletown, firstdegree reckless endangerment. Joseph DelMonaco, 53, 19 Christian St., Wallingford, DUI.
May 13 Mark Bednarczyk, 18, 10 Larchwood Rd., Farmington, interfering with officer/simple assault, possession/ marijuana >4 oz., drug paraphernalia. Michael Mahooney, 19, 220 Candlewyck Dr., Newington, possession/marijuana<4 oz.; possession/marijuana<4 oz.; drug paraphernalia. Armand Cano, 19, 102 Woodruff Circle, possession of marijuana, possession paraphernalia, possession of marijuana. May 18 Bernard Wagner, 36, 369 West Center St., Southington, sixth-degree larceny from coin operated machine, second-degree failure to appear, violation of probation. May 22 Kimberly Greenlaw, 42, 58 Dogwood Rd., Moodus, 245
Berlin Tnpk., sixth-degree larceny shoplifting. May 24 Justin Duplin, 24, 11 Bunker Hill Rd., New Britain, fifth-degree larceny from building, third-degree burglary. Eric Gamble, 25, 1153 East St., S. Suffield, first-degree reckless endangerment, second-degree threatening, conspiracy all other crimes, firstdegree robbery, third-degree larceny all other, carrying/sale of dangerous weapons. May 27 Isiah Thompson, 31, 68 Roberts St., New Britain, possession of marijuana - less than ½ ounce-1st offense, failure to drive in proper lane, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, evading responsibility in operation of motor vehicle.
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ment numbers of children in the school district has dropped over the years, creating a change to bus routes. Also, now that full-day kindergarten will begin in the fall, the mid-day bus routes have been eliminated. Czuchta said changing Willard’s start time is cost neutral and does not save the town money, rather “it’s the best option for the district.” BOE member George Synnott said he thinks it is necessary for a town-wide common elementary start time to begin at 8:40 a.m. due to a change in bus routes and schedules. “I can appreciate and sympathize with some of the problems that will be caused by the change of time, but hearing the pros and cons of it, I think the change to a common time of the elementary schools outweighs the difficulties that some people will have to make relative to that,” Synnott said during the BOE meeting. “Anytime we have change, particularly of this nature, people are going to be effected by it either way.” Willard Principal Salvatore Urso said he supports a change from 8 a.m. to 8:40 a.m., because it will allow Willard teachers to work alongside Hubbard and Griswold elementary school
teachers during professional development days. “We believe that if you want your school to be better, you get your teachers to be better,” Urso said. “The only way to get your teachers to be better is to train them. Next year, with the Common Core Standards, we’re going to have a new spelling program, math program, and we have new writers’ workshop and readers’ workshop models — all of these things require adults to work together.” Urso said a priority of Willard school is to make sure adults work and plan in the presence of other adults, and said he has felt “handcuffed in my position because we had district training days where all I had was the Willard staff versus where all the other schools had a chance to team up.” “Because Griswold and Hubbard were working together, they were able to use the expertise of the other talented teachers in our school district,” Urso said. “I think we ultimately try to make decisions that are best for the kids and I think that, although it is an inconvenience for some people, going back to our belief that if you want your schools to be better, we need to make our teachers better. For us that’s very important.”
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three elementary schools, but at one point, over 16 years ago, Willard began at 8:40 a.m. The school district shifted Willard’s time to begin earlier because it allowed the town to save costs on busing, according to BOE President Gary Brochu. “It was for bus runs because it allowed for a bus to drop off kids at McGee Middle School or the high school and quickly go out and pick up kids for Willard,” Brochu said. “Currently, our buses do multiple runs. Frankly, it is unusual for a town our size.” But Superintendent of Schools David Erwin said the district is eliminating the staggered start time, which will take effect for the start of the new school year. During a May 28 BOE meeting, Director of Business Operations Roman Czuchta said the school district considered moving all three schools to a neutral start time, meeting half way at 8:20 a.m., but that did not work with bus route schedules. Officials also considered moving Griswold and Hubbard to 8 a.m., but that, too, did not work for the same reasons. Czuchta said the enroll-
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HARLEY DAVIDSON Trike Ultra Classic 2010. Blue & Silver. low mileage. Extras Cover, Chain Lock, Stereo Headsets. $27,500 or best offer. 203 269-6638 leave message. KYMCO 2013 Moped, Only 2 miles! Like New. 1st $1600 takes it! Cash or bank check. Call (203) 269-3922
AUTO PARTS
AFFORDABLE Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators and Stoves.
Appliance Repairs
Will Deliver
203-284-8986 BEDROOM Set, White French, Provincial, Full headboard, 2 dressers, nightstand, & desk. Asking $450. Call 203-238-4057
FOUR 15 Inch Rims, 6 Lugs. Fits Chevy, Toyota, Nissan Pathfinder. Chrome. $100. (203) 235-3972 JEEP Wrangler Unlimited JK Soft Top. Fits 2007 to Current. Best Top. Super Top. Tinted Windows. New in Box. Never Used. $800. (203) 235-3972
Call 203-630-3063
Chevrolet Captiva LT 2012
FURNITURE & APPLIANCES
Stock# 13-976A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy
JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT 4X4 1996 $3250 or best offer
SUV’S
DEUTZ-ALLIS Lawn Tractor. Excellent Shape, 12.5 HP, Twin Cylinder Engine, 613 Hydro Static Drive. Asking $600 OBO Call (203) 269-3837
$150 NEW Queen Mattress Set: Brand Name and Brand New P-Top Mattress with Box Still In Plastic! Call/Text Jim 860-709-7667
(203) 818-3300
$3,488 6 Cylinder. 4 Speed Automatic. 30 Day 1,500 MILE WARRANTY BUY HERE - PAY HERE! Down payments as low as $988 Plus tax & reg. (203) 269-1106
LAWN & GARDEN
$150 MATTRESS SET Queen p-top mattress w/ box. NEW in plastic. Brand name. Only $150! Call/Text Jim 860-709-7667
Toyota Highlander 2005
Pontiac Grand Am SE 2005
LOVING PUPS Resuced puppies for adoption. To view the puppies & notice of our next adoption day event, visit us at www.lovingpups.com or Call 828-208-0757 SUGAR GLIDERS 2 Hand-Raised Babies For Sale. Call/text for more info 860-462-0728
CHEVY Suburban Z71 2004 NISSAN MURANO 2004
7 new born, long hair Dachshund puppies for sale. Loving & playful lap dogs. Shots not included, 4 daple & 3 solid colored. Great family pets! $400, contact Erika 860-724-6770 Taking deposits now.
CAMPER & TRAILERS
Cindy’s Unique Shop 2010 HONDA CIVIC LX $13,994 Loaded 4 Cyl ● Stock # 2719AAQ Ask for Darrell
1 888 207-3682 Proof of Job, Proof of Address and Blasius Will Give You a Loan 100% Guaranteed
29’ KEYSTONE SPRINTER 2003 Sleeps 6. Fifth Wheel. $10,000. Must See! (203) 639-7306 VALLEY Horse Trailer 1984 16’ Stock. Excellent shape. $1200. (860) 276-9157 VALLEY Horse Trailer 1984 16’ Stock. Excellent shape. $1200. (860) 276-9157
CONSIGNMENT 32 North Colony St., Wallingford (203) 269-9341 Two levels, 1800 SF of Consigned Home Decor & Furnishings 30 Day Layaways Available $5 Off a purchase of $25 or more $10 off a purchase of $100 or more Check us out on Facebook Ample Free Parking in Our Lot Free Gift w/$15 or more purchase SUMMER HOURS Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 9:30-5 Thurs 9:30-6, Sat 10-6, Sun Closed
ELECTRIC STOVE GE BLACK GOOD CONDITION CALL TO ARRANGE PICKUP $250. PATTY - 860-518-1911 MATTRESS LIQUIDATION: Brand name NEW mattress sets 50-80% off retail prices. Gel, memory, pillow top available in Twin, Full, Queen, King and Cal King. Call 860-709-7667
PINE ROLLTOP DESK Well Used, All Original Hardware Approx. 30 yrs old. Pick-up only! As Is. $75/best offer. Call Frank 203-213-3356 Mondays or Tuesdays only 8AM-6PM TAPPAN OVEN Electric. White. Great Condition. $100. (203) 235-5126
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 10:00-20 USED TIRES On Open Rim (holds air). $40. 203-887-6800 14 BUNDLES FIREWOOD Wrapped. From Grocery Store $30 For All. 860 637-8252 20 SERIOUS PEOPLE TO LOSE 5-100 LBS! Affordable Programs Available! DOCTOR RECOMMENDED! www.healthylife4youtoo.com ( 203) 715-27 79
6 BEAUTIFUL Handmade Afghans Asking $45 each. All Beautiful Colors to Choose From. (203) 237-9325 ACOUSTIC GUITAR Yamaha w/Case $95 (860) 349-8974 ALUMINUM WHEELS 15”; $65 Or Best Offer (203) 265-5321 BAKER’S RACK Off-white, Nice. $50. 860 682-4435 CANNON SAFE Like New 30”W x 24” D x 60”H. Very versatile, Can be used for gun, Personal or business security. Combination or Key Entry. $650. 203 500-3872 CEILING FANS Brass, White $50 each. (203) 440-0261 CINDER BLOCKS 8 x 8 x 16 75 Blocks for $75. (203) 237-9561 CONTENTS of 20 x 12 x 8 CoverIt Shelter filled with holiday outside decorations for Christmas and Halloween. No single items sold. Contents include: Wire Frame Items, Rope Light Items and Lots of Air-Blowns, Both used & new. Call for price. 203 265-1990 COUCH Large, White/Blue Plaid Clean. Can Deliver. Nice. $95. 860-682-4435 EGYPTIAN Hand Carved Plate Vintage- $55. 203-440-9504 FORD L 9000 Passenger Step $60 203-887-6800 FORD L 9000 Roof Visor $60 203-887-6800 FREE Horse Manure Call Mike 203-599-8915 FREE Queen Size Sleeper Sofa Southington. Call 203-506-3632 FREE SLEEPER/SOFA Call (203) 235-0875
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE GE FROST FREE Refrigerator 20.6cf, 67”x31.5”x31.25” 203-269-0646 $100 HOPE Chest, cedar lined, $40. Bookcase, oak, 4 section, glass doors, $400. (203) 592-9323 PERENNIAL HOSTA $3.50. Likes Shade. (203) 269-8486 QUAD SNOW PLOW $80. 203-887-6800 TIRES: set of 4 Goodyear Fortera HL P245/65R17 M+S $100. 203-237-5469. TWIN BED (Wood) And Comfy Mattress. $75. North Haven. Avni 860-301-3561 UTILITY Trailer, 5x8, coupler size 178, wheely bar in front, spare tire, has back loading gate, $400. Please call 203630-1942 WHITE PANELED Solid Doors, White Bifold Doors, Shelving, HW baseboard heating, outdoor bar, lures and rod building supplies collectibles & household items (203) 238-1977 WOMEN’S Bicycle-$10 Three Speed-All Pro3 Call 860-628-1030 WOOD WINE BARREL $20 Call 860-628-1030 YU-GI-OH & Pokemon cards, about 500 cards all together. Good condition. Asking $1500 OBO. Call Eugene 203-427-1094
WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT 20% OFF SUMMER SALE! Cleanest seasoned firewood in the state! $190 Full cord delivered. Discounts over 2, over 4 and picked up. South Meriden Mike 203 631-2211
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
ALL CASH FOR MILITARY ITEMS 203-237-6575 SWIMMING POOLS & SPAS HOT TUB: 5/6 person, 40 jets w/ all options. Never used. Cost $7000, Sacrifice $2950. Can Deliver. 203-232-8778
WANTED TO BUY 1, 2 OR 3 ITEMS OR AN ESTATE
$$$ CA$H $$$
203-237-3025 Estate sale service. Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings, Meriden-made items, toys, lamps.
1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.
203-238-3499 2ND Generation Buys Any Napier or any old jewelry. Old Toy Trucks, Old Door Stops, Old Steiff Animals. One item to entire estate. (203) 639-1002 Always Buying All Contents of Estates. Antique, old toys & collectibles. furniture, costume jewelry, etc. Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 S. Orchard St. Wallingford. 203-269-4975 or 203-284-3786 Open Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Amps, Musical Instruments, Guitars, Radios, Ham Equipment, CB, HiFi, Audio Equipment. 860-707-9350
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WANTED TO BUY
ALWAYS Buying Hand Tools. Old, Used, and Antique Hand Tools. 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. Please call Cory 860-322-4367
CITY RECYCLING will PAY CASH for scrap steel, copper, aluminum, cars & trucks! CALL 860-522-9273 30 Fishfry St, Hartford, CT
APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN 1 Bdrm., 1 Bath. $600-$625. Fresh Paint, Newer Rugs and Appliances. 203-648-2034. MERIDEN 1 or 2 BR. Good location. Newly Remodeled. Off-st parking. Appliances. No pets. Sec 8 approved. $700-$800 Call 203-379-7817 MERIDEN 1-2 BR Hubbard Park Central Air/Heat. 775 West Main Street. $795-$995/mo. + utils. No pets. Call Niki 203 992-5605 or Chino 203 935-6224
MERIDEN 1023 Old Colony Rd. 2 BR Av a ila b le Starting at $800. Heat & HW incl. Off St. Parking. 203-886-7016
MERIDEN 1BR & 2 BR DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate.
203-235-8431 MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS
Music By Roberta Performance & Instruction. Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome. Piano Lessons Beginner to Intermediate. (203) 630-9295
HOUSES FOR RENT WALLINGFORD. 3 BR, 2 Full Bath Home, HW Floors, DR, W/D Hookup. Nice area & yard. Beautiful! No Pets. Available July 1st. Call 203-654-6190
CONDOMINIUMS FOR RENT
MERIDEN East Side Condo 2 BEDROOMS Fully applianced No pets. No smoking $900 (203) 235-4853 WALLINGFORD Pilgrim Harbor 2BR, 1.5 Baths, Garage, Appliances Incl. No Pets. No Smoking. $25 Credit Ck Fee. $1400 + Utilities. (203) 605-5940
APARTMENTS FOR RENT BERLIN 1 BR, 1 Bath, New Kitchen. Hdwd Floors. Off St. Parking for 1 Car. No Pets. No Smoking. $700 + Sec. Credit Check & Refs. (860) 829-1213
Flanders West Apts Southington
Studio & 1 Bedroom Apts Affordable Housing for qualified applicants 50 yrs of age or older. Amenities Include: Computer Learning Center, TV/ Games Lounge, Laundry Facilities, Off Street Parking, Free Bus Service to local shopping ctrs. On site: Resident Serv. Coord. Small Pets Accepted Please call 860-621-3954 for information. TTY: 711
MER. Furnished Apts. East Side Incl Heat, HW, Elec. 2nd floor Studio, $175/week+security. Call 203-630-3823 12pm-8pm or www.meridenrooms.com MERIDEN -WALLINGFORD LINE Large 2 BR Luxury Condo. Walk in Closet, & Laundry. No pets! $925 + utilities Call 203-245-9493
Stove, heat & hot water incl. Lease, sec & refs. 203- 239-7657 or 203-314-7300 MERIDEN 1st Flr 1 BR, LR, Kitch, BA. $695/mo. Lease and Sec Deposit Required. No Pets! Call 203-235-2372 MERIDEN 1st Flr., 1 BR, 4 RM Steuben St. Off St. Parking, Private Ent., Updated, New Rugs. Stove/Frig, WD Hookup, Gas Heat, Utils. not included. No pets! $850/mo. + 1 mo. sec. Call 203-654-6739 MERIDEN 2 BR W/D Hookup. Gas Heat & HW. No Pets. $900/Month + Security Deposit. 203 715-7508. MERIDEN 3 BR. 2nd Fl. Clean. Well maintained. 6 Gold St. Lg BRs, sunny kitchen. WD hookup. $900. Call Will 860-801-1891 MERIDEN 4 BR 2 BA 2nd Flr. $1175/mo. + sec & utils. Avali. 6/1. 230 West Main St. 203886-8808. Home Sweet Homes MERIDEN Big 2 BR Apt. Living Rm, Dining Rm. Hdwd floors. Newly renovated. Off street parking. No pets. $900/mo. 860 913-8628 or 860 655-3888
APARTMENTS FOR RENT WALLINGFORD 1 BR 1st Fl. 1 year old. Beautiful Eastside location. All utils incl. Pay for phone only. $1100/mo, sec & refs. Avail July 1. 203 284-8035 WALLINGFORD 2 BR 2nd Floor. 50 Lee Ave. On St. Parking. No Smoking/Pets. $750/mo. Call 203-444-5722 WALLINGFORD 2 BRs, Centrally located, 4 rms, 2nd flr, hdwd flrs, stove & refrig, hookups, storage, off st parking. No pets, no smoking. Security. $895. 860-575-4915 WALLINGFORD 2BR, 2nd fl, lg rms, huge kit. Two 12x14BRs. New bthrm, sunprch. No pets/ smoking $800/mo+dep. Refs. Quiet neighborhood. 203-9964281 lv message WALLINGFORD 40 Hoffman Ct. 2 BR, Central Location. Laundry, No Pets, Credit Chk. $900 + 2 mo sec. Call 203-430-6410 WALLINGFORD 40 Hoffman Ct. 2 BR, Central Location. Laundry, No Pets, Credit Chk. $900 + 2 mo sec. Call 203-430-6410
ROOMS FOR RENT 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 Clean, Safe Room. 203-634-8084 Utilities & fridge included. Share kitchen/bath. $120 per week - plus security.
NORTH HAVEN Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Satellite TV. Short Stay/Daily/ Wkly. On Bus Line. 203-239-5333
GARAGE & STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT WALLINGFORD Garage- North Main St. Close to center of town. Good area. $100/month. Sec. dep. req’d. Available now. 203-269-1426.
MERIDEN. West side furnished 1st flr studio, includes heat, elec, hw. $180/week plus sec. Call 12noon-8pm (203) 634-1195 www.meridenrooms.com
SUMMER SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $695/month. HEAT, HOT WATER & ELECTRIC INCLUDED. Private balcony. 203-639-4868 WALLINGFORD 1 Bedroom, 1st Floor Apt. Gas Heat & HW. $850/mo. Ready immediately. Call Mike (203) 376-2160
CARPENTRY RUSS MORIN REMODELING Window-Doors-Decks-Basements Refinishing-Interior Painting CT Reg 632970 (203) 630-3342 REPAIRS & Replacement Large or Small, int/ext, stairs, railing, decks, entry, door, window, finish basement & complete home improvements. I can fix it. Work Done By Owner. 40+ yr exp. Free est. Ins. 203-238-1449 #578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTION Additions, garages, remodeling, kitchens, bathrms, basements, decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d. 203-265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880 www.jbooberconstruction.com
ENHANCE Your Outdoor Living Space with Custom Decks. Also do Roofing, Siding & Gutters CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084
KENSINGTON Beautiful Raised Ranch. Over 2,000 sq ft of living area. 3 BR 2 Full Kitchens w/DR. 2 Car garage. Inground Pool. Meticulous Condition. $299,000 The Buyers Broker 860-829-1213 randolphkilpatrick.com
WALLINGFORD NEW CONSTRUCTION
CHLOE’S Home Solutions LLC Quality products, prompt service, & excellent installation at fair prices. Roofing, Siding, Decks, Paint, Home Repairs & Remodels. Lic & Ins HIC #0631419 Credit Cards Accepted Call (203) 631-2991
ELECTRICAL SERVICE
T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service
SMALL JOBS WELCOME
203-237-2122
SOUTHINGTON 2-3 BR. 1st Fl. Nice yard. Quiet neighborhood. No pets. $1000 /mo. Call between 7:30am -5pm Mon-Fri 860 628-5535 SOUTHINGTON Updated 1 BR, 1st fl. Very Clean. Appliances. Off st parking. No utilities. No pets. Sec & Refs. $700/mo. (860) 621-4463 (860) 302-6051
GARY Wodatch Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages. Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430
GRADING, Drainage, Foundations, Trucking, Retaining Walls, Pavers, Water/Sewer/Septic. Lic. #1682. Cariati Developers, Inc. 203-238-9846 MC/Visa Accepted
HOME IMPROVEMENTS J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTION Additions, garages, remodeling, kitchens, bathrms, basements, decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d. 203-265-0730,CT. Reg. #572880 www.jbooberconstruction.com
LANDSCAPING J&J LAWN SERVICES- Res & Comm. Lawn cutting. Weekly/biweekly svs. Neighborhood discounts given. Shrub clipping & flower bed maint. Owner operated. Fully ins. John 203-376-6764
FENCING JUNK REMOVAL Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060
GUTTERS
ICE DAMAGE? Seamless Gutters. Gutter repairs. 100% no clog leaf guard system w/lifetime warranty. CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084
GUTTERS DON’T WORK IF THEY’RE DIRTY
IF YOU MENTION THIS AD Yard Clean-Ups JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! We remove Furniture, Appliances, And Entire contents of: Homes*Sheds* Estates* Attics, Basements *Garages, & more. **Spring Yard Clean-ups.** FREE ESTIMATES*LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218
Brush, Branches, Leaves STORM DAMAGE
**JUNK REMOVAL** Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc WE CAN REMOVE ANYTHING Entire house to 1 item removed! FREE ESTIMATES*LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218
For gutter cleaning, Call Kevin at (203) 440-3279 Fully insured. CT Reg. #569127
DECKS
MERIDEN Room Available. First Week Free! Utilities included! $115/Wk.Available Now. Off Street Lighted Parking 203-213-8589
MERIDEN. Quiet east side area. 2 BR, 2nd flr, large kit, stove & fridge. Close to shopping. $875/mo. Call (203) 284-3757 and leave message.
GARY WODATCH Debris Removal Of Any Kind. Homeowners, Contractors. Quick, Courteous Svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723 Cell 860558-5430
EXCAVATING
HOUSES FOR SALE
MERIDEN Crown Village Large 1 BR, Appls, Heat incl. On-site Laundry. Off street parking. Balcony, Swimming Pool. No pets. $775/mo +Dep. 203 634-9149
MERIDEN. East side, 1st flr, 4 rms, 1 car parking, w/d hookup. $775. 1 mo sec. Call 203-440-3317, 203-684-9744
ATTIC & BASEMENTS CLEANED
18 HAMPTON TRAIL FEATURES 3 BR; LIV/FAM RM. W/FP 2 CAR GARAGE $279,995.00 IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY MUST BE SEEN CALL FOR APPT.
STEPHEN BARBERINO (860) 614-3940 STEPHEN REALTY
It's all here! Marketplace Ads (203) 238-1953
Over 25 years experience. Call today for free estimates. Call 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887
HANDYPERSONS
A-1 HANDYMAN PLUS
WE HAVE DUMP TRUCK We do all the labor. Registered and insured. Free on-site estimate. Call Ed
KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING
CT Reg #606277. Give us a Call - WE DO IT ALL! Free estimates. 203-631-1325 HOME DOCTOR LLC Small to Major Work. Outside, Inside, Plumbing, Remodeling, Roofing. Since 1949. Home Painting Call 203-427-7259 Lic #635370
HOME IMPROVEMENTS ALL Your Remodeling & Construction Needs! Kitchs, Baths, Painting, Decks, Windows, Doors, Spring Clean Ups. No Job to Small, We do it All! Free Est., 40 yrs in bus. Lic & Insured #539493 (203) 530-1375 FLAGGE TILE COMPANY All phases of ceramic tile, wood/laminate installations. TUB/TILE GLAZING. Please call 860-302-4525 CT HIC # 0626897 CHLOE’S Home Solutions LLC Quality products, prompt service, & excellent installation at fair prices. Roofing, Siding, Decks, Paint, Home Repairs & Remodels. Lic & Ins HIC #0631419 Credit Cards Accepted. Call (203) 631-2991
C&M CONSTRUCTION *THE BATHROOM & REMODELING SPECIALIST* cmconstructionct.com 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488
LANDSCAPING 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 WE WEED GARDENS NORM THE GARDENER Where Gardening’s a Passion (203) 265-1460 SOUZA AND SON MASONRY New Construction & Repairs, Insured! Call 203-456-0914. www.themasonryshop.com HIC #0609635 RJ LARESE LANDSCAPING Res/Comm Lawn Maintenance. Spring Clean-Ups. Senior Disc. Free Estimates 203 314-2782 LAWN Mowing, Spring Clean Ups, hedge trimming, brush, shrub & tree removal. Dump Runs. Junk Removal. Don 203-235-1318
JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLC Top Quality Work. Full Lawn Maint. Grass Cutting. Comm /Res, Lic/ins #616311 Free est today 203 213-6528 HEDGE TRIMMING RICK’S AFFORDABLE Pricker Removal, Mowing, Soil/Seed, Cleanups. Brush, Tree. No Job Too Big or Small. 15 Yrs Exp. 203-530-4447 BILL RUDOLPH LANDSCAPING Cert. Installer, Paver, Walks, Patios, Ret. Walls, Stairs, Shurb Replacment, Landscape Design, & Renovations. Mulch & Stone. Waterfalls & Ponds. Lawn Repair & Install. Drainage & Backhoe Work. Bus. 30 + yrs. WERE ON ANGIES LIST. Free Est. HIC #0563661 Call (203) 237-9577
LAWN & GARDEN ROTOTILLING Garden Bill with Troy Bilt. No garden too small. (203) 294-1160
MASONRY W. BOOBER MASONRY 25 yrs exp in all types of masonry CT Reg # 0626708 Call 203-235-4139 SOUZA AND SON MASONRY New Construction & Repairs, Masonry. Call 203-456-0914. www.themasonryshop.com HIC #0609635
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Thursday, June 6, 2013 — The Berlin Citizen BUSINESS & INVESTMENT PROP. MERIDEN Apartment House with 5 Units for Sale. Earn 10% (Net) on your investment of $285,000. Call A Real Service (203) 235-2372
HELP WANTED
MASONRY O & E Masonry. Chimney repair, brick, stone, pavers, sidewalks, etc. Locally owned & operated. CT Reg #0611774. 203-802-0446 PAUL’S MASONRY New & Repairs. Stone walls, arches, chimneys, sidewalks, fireplaces. Free est. #614863. 203-706-9281
PLUMBING
ROOFING
SIDING
PLUMBING Free Est. All Plumbing & Service. Fully Lic. & Ins Front Line Plumbing LLC. (203) 213-0691
POWER WASHING A-1 Quality Powerwashing HOT WATER, LOW RATES
Roofing, Siding, Windows, Decks, Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192
Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192
MNA Services MASONRY and CHIMNEY work. INSPECTIONS. Patios, walls, fireplaces. Chimney relining. Repointing and waterproofing. Fully lic. & ins. SENIOR DISC. FREE estimates. (203) 714-7143
JIMMY’S Masonry - Stone Walls, Steps, Walkways, Patios, Chimneys. All types masonry work. 28 yrs exp. Lic., Ins’d. Free estimate. 860-274-4893 CT Reg# 604498
MOBILE Homes $75-$150 Avg. Ranches, Capes $200-$250 Avg. Splits & Colonials $275-$350 Avg. We do it right. Call Doug 860-621-7602 and 860-919-1519
POWER WASHING Is Spring Cleaning
PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING
On the outside. FREE ESTIMATES. #569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279
A-1 QUALITY PAINTING
POWERWASHING Houses, decks, fences. Local co., satisfaction guar. Insured. Olsen Oil & Power Washing 203-272-2699
Specializing in Wood/Aluminum siding. Low rates. Reg#533474. Call Dennis 203-630-0008
PAVING
(203) 639-1634
(203) 639-1634 CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT HIGHEST Quality-Kitchen/Bath Siding ● Roofing Windows ● Remodeling ● Decks ● Gutters Additions ●Credit cards accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #0632415
Gonzalez Construction
Gonzalez Construction
★★★★★★★★ Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling. ★★★★★★★★
Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling.
General Help/Customer Service
203-639-0032
START THE SUMMER WITH A NEW CAREER!
203-639-0032 info@ gonzalezconstructionllc.com Fully licensed/insured. Reg #HIC577319
SERVICES OFFERED
T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service
ROOFING
SMALL JOBS WELCOME
203-237-2122 D & G PAVING
Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060
Over 25 yrs exp. Paving, seal coating, concrete work. CT Reg#0577005. 203-237-6058
PLUMBING SIDING ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS AND MORE Free Estimates/Fully Insured Reg #604200/Member BBB 860-645-8899
MEDINA Sewer & Drain Cleaning Services LLC Quality work at affordable prices. 24hr Service. Benny Medina 203-909-1099
203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790
TILE, MARBLE, GRANITE FLAGGE TILE COMPANY All phases of ceramic tile, wood/laminate installations. TUB/TILE GLAZING. Please call 860-302-4525 CT HIC # 0626897
TOP SOIL SAND & FILL A-1 Farm Fresh Screened Top Soil. Pick up/delivery. Sidewalk Slate. Fuda Construction, LLC Call for pricing (203) 235-1030 BEAUTIFUL FARM FRESH Screened Top Soil, Fill, Sand & Stone, Mulch. Picked up or delivered. No minimum. Cariati Developers, Inc. 203-238-9846
TREE SERVICES
ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS AND MORE Free Estimates/Fully Insured Reg #604200/Member BBB 860-645-8899
ROOFS R US LLC. All types Roofing, Remodeling, Windows, Repairs, Siding. Since 1949. Decks, Gutters, & Additions Call 203-427-7259 Lic #635370
S IM P L Y D E VI NE P LU M B IN G . Highest quality installation and service. No job too big or small 203-514-0434. Lic #P10286649 simplydevineplumbing.com
info@ gonzalezconstructionllc.com Fully Lic & Ins Reg #577319
GARY WODATCH LLC Tree Removal, All calls returned Reg #0620397. Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430
Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Sunrms, Additions
C&M CONSTRUCTION *THE ROOFING SPECIALIST* 10% OFF cmconstructionct.com 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488
DIETARY AIDE Part-time positions available - Responsible for various tasks including assisting in food production, operating & cleaning food service equipment & restocking supplies. Must be dependable person, able to work every other weekend & holiday. Experience preferred. Apply in person M-F, 8:00am – 7pm, Weekends 10 – 2p.m. 140 Cook Hill Road, Cheshire, CT. No phone calls please. EOE, A/A, M/F, D/V.
CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT HIGHEST Quality- Kitchens/Bath Siding ● Roofing Windows ● Remodeling ● Decks ● Gutters Additions ●Credit cards accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #0632415
Call Dennis 203-630-0008
SAMMY’S Masonry-Brick, Stone, Blocks, Fireplace, Walkways, Pavers. New jobs & repairs. CT 574337. Ins. 203-558-8989
ASSEMBLY & Shipping Positions: Assembly of manufactured part and packaging. Shipping - Pulling stock from warehouse and preparing orders for shipment. Good organizational skill required. Must be able to operate forklift. Apply at: Nickson, 336 Woodford Ave. Plainville, CT
Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Sunrms, Additions
203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790
LAVIGNE’S TREE SERVICE IN BUSINESS 33 YRS. Tree removal. Stump grinding. Crane Service. Free Estimates. Fully insured. 203-294-1775 lavignestreeservicellc.com NEW England Tree Service LLC, fully licensed & insured. Top quality work, 24 hr storm service. Refs avail. Free est. CT Reg 0608736. Call (203) 699-TREE BOUSQUET LANDSCAPING Stump Grinding and or Removal. Call (203) 886-6022
BAM!! MAKE IT GREAT IN 2013 START IMMEDIATELY We need you! Positions available in 5 depts for our 2 locations. Must be 18 or older & available to start ASAP. Interviewing this week only. **1st Week Sign-On Bonuses**
POSITIONS WILL FILL FAST Interviewing 1st 150 callers. Call now for immediate interview $425-$525/weekly potential. Call Now - Don’t Wait 860-329-0317 or email resume to ctjobfair@gmail.com
HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST Wallingford Public Schools is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Human Resource Specialist. A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, is required; 2-5 years of Human Resources Generalist experience, preferably in an education or municipal environment; Candidate must possess knowledge in employment and labor law; Exposure to unions in Education/Municipal setting is a plus. Salary: $50,000 + competitive benefits package. Completed application includes resume, official transcripts and 3 reference letters. Apply on-line @ www.wallingford.k12.ct.us EOE
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HELP WANTED AUTO TECH, Experienced, FT/PT, Excellent Wages & Benefits. Call 203-284-8989 or Fax 203-269-1114. COMMERCIAL Roofers Wanted. Union Scale. Call 866-713-2824 DELI Help Wanted Must be neat. 1320 East Main Street. Call 203-630-3354. HOUSECLEANERS WANTED MAIDPRO Southington. Must be available M-F, 8-5, need Driver’s Lic, reliable car. $10/hr starting wage, plus tips, gas reimb. Hours will vary. Call 203-630-2033 ext. 118. Hablamos Espanol. HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR 30+ hours. Starting $9.00/hr. Exp req. Must speak English and Spanish. Stop in to apply Best Western, Berlin Tpke, Berlin. HVAC Tech Opening for Experienced S2, D2, or B2 Lic. Tech with good communicationskills. On call rotation is req. Benefits & Vehicle provided. Send Resume to P.O Box 502, Meriden CT 06450 or Email to: dba.masters@snet.net MACHINE OPERATORS: Now taking applications for all three shifts, 6 day work week. Benefits include: shift bonus, OT, 401K, Hlth Ins, Vac and Holiday pay and uniforms. Apply in person: Northeastern Shaped Wire, 411 N. Main St, Southington, CT 06489 Power Plant Covanta Energy Corporation is an internationally recognized owner and operator of largescale Energy-from-Waste and renewable energy projects and a recipient of the Energy Innovator Award from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.
Shift Supervisor Responsible for day-to-day operation of the Facility including safety, environmental compliance and production and assume that the plant meets its generating requirements while operating in a safe and environmentally efficient manner. Requires an AS Degree or equivalent related technical training and 5-8 years power plant operations experience. General knowledge of Power Plant equipment and materials, operating procedure and standards to properly maintain and enforce cost effective, safe and efficient Power Plant Facility operations. Typically requires 1-3 years supervisory experience in similar plant environment.
Utility Operator Responsible for performing hands-on tasks required for the up-keep, housekeeping, maintenance, and other operations of the plant and its component equipment. Requires a HS Diploma/GED. Must be physically able to life and carry up to 50 pounds, work at heights up to 50’ and operate mobile equipment. For more information regarding these positions and to apply, please visit our website at: http://www. covantaenergy.com/careers Covanta is a listed company under the symbol CVA. For more information, visit www.covantaenergy.com EOE
HELP WANTED MANUFACTURING IMMEDIATE OPENINGS ALL SHIFTS Shipping & Receiving Exp with forklift and reach truck Machine Operator Some exp desired Machine Helper Apply in person to Flexo Converters 1200 Northrop Rd, Meriden, CT Between 9:00AM and 1:00 PM Monday thru Friday NETWORK ADMINISTRATION Assistant Network Administrator. Seeking a highly qualified candidate to provide assistance in the design, planning, implementation & maintenance of (LAN/WAN) systems in offices & remote locations. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field plus 3 years of experience in all phases of information technology processing, with 2 years of such experience in the administration of LAN/WAN systems & maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education & experience substituting on a year-for-year basis. Experience working in the current & 1 previous version of Windows Server, & Linux environments is desirable. Must possess & maintain a valid State of Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operators License. Salary: $57,420-$73,474 plus & excellent fringe benefit package. Apply to: Personnel Department, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Fax # (203) 294-2084. Closing date will be June 21, 2013, or the date the 50th application is received, whichever occurs first. EOE PERMITTEE/PT BARTENDER Local Social Club 860 828-7501 PET Sitting svc. hiring pet lovers for 6am-9pm, flexible & weekend hrs. Earn $13+ caring for pets. Must have refs, car & exp. www.waggingtails.com PROHEALTH PHYSICIANS LABORATORY Clinical Manager Laboratory ProHealth Physicians is seeking a certified Medical Technologist to help manage its busy Clinical Laboratory located in Wallingford, CT. Responsibilities will include direct staff report, training new employees, performance evaluations, maintaining staff schedule and also performing clinical testing as needed. ProHealth is the largest Physician Office Lab in the state of Connecticut servicing 300 providers and over 400,000 patients. Candidates must be self starters, promote a team atmosphere, and have previous experience in a supervisory/leadership role of at least 3 years. Monday - Friday 10AM-6:00PM with one in three Saturdays. No Sundays or holidays. Those interested should email their resume to jczahur@prohealthmd.com or fax to 203-269-3749 attention James Czahur TRUCK DRIVER Full Time for retail lumber yard in Cheshire. Prior lumber company experience with millwork truck is a must. CDL & Health Card in good standing. Good Pay & Benifits. Send Resume To: lataft@hotmail.com WIRE EDM SET UP & OPERATE Looking for experience in Wire Edm or CNC experience. Tooling exp a plus. Apply in person at Companion Industries. 891 W. Queen St, Southington.
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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, June 6, 2013
SALE DATES: Thurs. June 6 -June 12, 2013
JOB LOT
American Greeting® & Gibson®
Father’s Day & All Greeting Cards
50 OFF
1283372
%
3999
*
HONEYWELL Fire Chest
®
.27 cu ft. Protects up to 15500 Waterproof for 48 hrs
Compare $56.99
STORE HOURS: Mon-Sat 8am-9pm; Sunday 9am-8pm
Ocean State
*Mfg. Suggested Retails
50
$
7 Pattern Nozzle Hose OR 2 Pack Pulsating Lawn Sprinkler Your Choice
6
Self-Inflating Highrise Queen Size Air Mattress
with built in pump, 18” off the ground. Comp. $106
3499
$
Aluminum Folding Camp Cot
75”x25”x16” Easy to set up and take down. Supports up to 230 lbs.
Air Conditioners, Dehumidifiers & Fans
89
99
199
99
Sierra II Gazebo 12’x12’
Comp. $159.99
Comp. $300
Double roof construction Rust resistant powder coated steel frame Weather resistant/fire retardant canopy Mosquito nettings • Ground stakes
199
$
399
$
350
$
Comp. $229.99
Hampton 10’x12’
Comp. $600
20
65
499
Comp. $49
29
35
High back chairs, 55”x36” table
All Weather Outdoor Cushions Chaise Lounge
35
$
Wicker Settee...
Wicker Chair.....
Comp. $39.99
Resin Chair Seat Cushion
20
60
$
Water can pump up 14 vertical ft. Drain tube included in package. Digital humidistat control. Can use drain bucket instead of pump. Comp. $299
Your Choice
75
$
8’ Umbrella Wood shaft
10’ Offset Patio Umbrella Steel frame Comp. $150
Comp. $90
35
$
9’ Two-Tier
Wood frame, E-Z lift crank with brass accents.
10’ Offset Patio Umbrella
Rust proof aluminum frame with polyester canopy. 360o rotation
75
$
29
$
9’ Deluxe Auto-tilt Aluminum Fiberglass Ribbed Patio Umbrella Comp. $200
9’ Aluminum Adjustable Tilt
99
9” Comp $21................. 15 $ 18” Comp $60.............. 39
3
$
Fits most patio furniture. Selection varies by store
Market Style Umbrellas
12
$
25
$
Hi Back Chair
8” Window Fan 3 Speeds w/Thermostat Comp. $40
99
$
Heavyduty commercial grade polyester top. Rust resistant galvanized steel poles
249
14” High Velocity Fan
Zero Gravity Multi-Position Recliner Comp. $89
Party Pavillion 20’x30’
Comp. $999.99
26
5 Pc Resin Patio Set
$
$
18” 3 Speeds Adjustable $ to 57” Ht Comp. $39..........
7999
Comp. $59.99
50 Pint Electronic Dehumidifier with Built-in Pump
$
$
$
•Fits all standard windows •Cools 400+ sq. ft. Compare $499
Adjustable to 48” Comp. $34
Oversize Zero Gravity Multi-Position Recliner with Canopy
66”x40” Rectangular table
with Remote Control •A/C on wheels •Window exhaust hose kit •Cools 450-550 sq. ft. Compare $449
with Remote Control
3 speed 16” Oscillating Pedestal Fan
• Vented double roof construction • Weather resistant • Mosquito netting • Ground stakes • Center light hook
5 Pc Patio Set
12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner*
15,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner*
with Remote Control
• Fits all standard windows • 3 fan speeds • Cools 250/350 sq. ft. room Compare $249 *While supplies last
Pagoda Gazebo 13’x13’
299
$
8,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner*
12999
220
$
Regency 10’x12’
• • • •
159
$
Solar Pool Blankets
Adult Lawn Games
Lasso Golf, Bean Bag Toss & 11 other games!
3 Year Warranty
15' Round 18’ Round 24’ Round
Your Choice
19
99
Lasso Golf
Hanes® & More Tanks or T’s 100% Cotton
Comp. $6 & more
Soffe
®
Junior Cheer Skort XS-XL Comp. $12
SAVE 75%
Your Choice
3
$
Mens Outer Banks Polos
29
120”x72”x72” 99 Swim Center Family Pool
5
$
Hanes® NEW SELECTION!
Pocket Tees
Extra long oversize pocket. Wicks moisture!
4
$ WEED STOP 3’x50’
6
$
5
5 Positon Aluminum Chair OR 7’ Sun Block Tilting Beach Umbrella
2
99
4
99
1 Gal. Clarifier • 1 Gal. Algaecide
1 Gal. Liquid Shock 1 lb. Powdered Shock
17
Comp. $79
39
99 $
Wonder® Wheeler Plus
All terrain cart. Holds 4 chairs, large cooler, towels, umbrellas, etc
Adult Shorty Wetsuit 3MM thick neoprene wetsuit Comp. $80
24999
Your Choice
6
99
2 Person Cotton Rope Hammock
Deluxe Cushioned Chair Swing Hang it anywhere! Comp. $50
27
$
1999
6’ Plant Stakes Bamboo or vinyl coated steel pole
1
8 Lb Espoma Tomato Tone Plant Food
’ 100 50’ 4’x 3’x
$20........................... 10 $ $20........................... 10 $ $20........................... 10 $ $25........................... 14
Black
11
$
Pruning Shears
9” anvil or bypass blade
8
$
Easy clean liner with thick insulation. Various colors & sizes
59”...............Comp. $50........................... 20 68”...............Comp. $50...........................$22 $
ALL BATH SHEETS
699
ALL BATH TOWELS
399-499 5’ Fancy Bamboo Patio Torch
10
4/$
5’ Metal Patio Torch
$
59”...............Comp. $40...........................$18 68”...............Comp. $40...........................$18
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Towels on Sale!
Hardliner Coolers
Deluxe Flannel Lined - Black Premium pvc
Premium Garden Tools
9” blade
75
Grill Covers
53”...............Comp. 59”...............Comp. 68”...............Comp. 80”...............Comp.
Worth
®
10
$
200
$
Hedge Shear
$
68” Std Vinyl Comp. $12....................... $6
Flannel Lined - Green
Mens, ladies & youth Comp. $34.99
250 ea
50” Width Park Bench hardwood slats, cast iron frame
60
Rash Guards
Comfort grip garden tools
15
$
1075
NEW AT JOB LOT!
$
Comp. $100
Body Glove®
Comp. $349.99 Capacity 275lbs
Two Person Brazilian Style Cotton Fabric Hammock
Heavy Duty Steel Hammock Stand
25
20
$
8’6” Mist Sit On Top Kayak
5 lbs pH Plus • 6 lbs pH Minus • Aquacheck 3 Way Test Strip • 1.75 lbs Chlorine Stabilizer • 4 Lbs Calcium Hardness
275
WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES!
1750
Comp. $549.99
54” Heavy Duty Tomato Cage
$
Assorted colors
10’4” Quantum Sit In Kayak
$
32” 3 Pattern Watering Wand ................ 9 $ 3000 SqFt Oscillating Lawn Sprinkler ......... 8
97
$
Resin Adirondack Chair
5
$
Your Choice
Your Choice
Cami Boxer Sets
9 10
82
$
SPF 100+
Comp $25-$30
4’x100’
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Nationally Advertised Sunglasses
SAVE 75%
20’x40’ Rectangle
5999
10
99
73
$
18’x36’ Rectangle
5 Position Resin Pool Lounge
$
Super comfortable polyester/spandex
Capri Sets
75
$
Comp. $20
Ladies Knit Sleepwear
$
48
$
6’ Long Fiber Reactive Prints
7 lbs...........29 99 15 lbs.............59 99 25 lbs.............79
Comp. $15 & more!
$
33
16’x32’ Rectangle
•Includes: filter, ladder, ground cloth, cover, & instructional DVD
4 lbs
Premium cotton. Petite & missy sizes.
12
15
199
99
Dept. Store Label Better T’s
$
$
•Includes filter, ladder, maintenance kit & instructional DVD
1899
8
5/8”x50’ Reinforced Garden Hose
Landscape Fabric
16’x48” Ultra FrameTM Pool
15’x48” Easy Set Pool
Your Choice
$
6
Selling $15-$25
499
$
Sheeting Capris
$
Lots of bigger sizes! White & natural
•Includes filter, ladder, ground cloth, pool cover, & DVD instructions
Garment dyed, great colors! 100% cotton, S - XL Comp. $20-$24
S - 3XL
Painters, Carpenters, D.I.Y-ers Painter Shorts
699
$
18’x9’x52” Ultra FrameTM Rectangular Pool
$
INTEX®
INTEX®
3” Jumbo Tabs •Quick Tabs •8 oz Sticks
Comp $30-$50
Attention
INTEX®
10
2/$ $
Citronella Candle Bucket 32 oz
28
50lb Black Oil Sunflower Seed .......... $ 25lb Nyjer Thistle Seed .............................. 25 $ 25lb Signature Blend ................................... 23 50 20lb Country Blend .......................................... 8 $ Suet Cakes ....................................................................... 1
10
3/$ 6 can...............Compare $11............... 7 $ 16 can............Compare $15........... 10 $ 30 can............Compare $24........... 15
LOOK FOR MANAGER’S UNADVERTISED SPECIALS IN ALL OUR STORES EVERY WEEK!
$
Citronella Torch Fuel 50 oz
450
We now accept Cash Benefit EBT Cards & All Major Credit Cards
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