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BOE petitions circulate town By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen
Five residents are making their way around town pursuing petition signatures to get on the Board of Education ballot for the November election. The five potential candidates seeking one of the three open seats on the nine-member board are: John Richards, current member; Cynthia Kobus, former member; Stefanie Carbone; Michelle Barnes and Kathryn Bryers, who was the last person to request a petition from the Town Clerks office on Friday, Aug. 23. To have their name on the ballot the petitioners need
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Main Street one-way proposal met with mixed reviews By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen
130 signatures, which is 1 percent of the registered voters in Berlin, according to Assistant Town Clerk Marsha Busnarda. The Berlin school board is nonpartisan and candidates are not endorsed by any political party nor are they listed on the ballot with a party affiliation.
Superintendent David Erwin said the school board would benefit from a person who is committed to education and students. “A good candidate is someone that is willing to make a commitment to the Berlin See BOE / Page 7
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The town has received a $259,000 grant to do streetscape improvements in the vicinity of the train station and on Main Street, but a preliminary plan to convert the street to a oneway is not sitting well with some business owners. The Economic Development Commission has drafted an initial concept plan that includes a flush roadway median; decorative crosswalks, light poles and hanging flower baskets; granite roadway bump-outs and a gateway sign. Among the changes under consideration is to make the lower section of Main Street from Farmington Avenue to New Britain Road oneway, westbound, according to Economic Development Director James Mahoney. But during a public hearing the EDC held on Aug. 19, some business owners spoke against the proposal stating a one-way would reduce traffic, ultimately
leading to less business. “The one-way is an idea that (the Economic Development Commission) floated out there to discuss. It’s a notion that’s been talked about in the past and to my knowledge it was never seriously pursued,” Mahoney said. “Since we are going to be developing that area, it makes sense to engage interest for that type of plan where we convert to a one-way. What we would try to do is create more on-street parking, which would give us more room for landscaping and try to create a different environment there where it’s not as vehicle-oriented.” The town is now in the process of hiring a consultant for the project and has issued qualifications. Mahoney said he has already received statements from potential consultants and will begin the interview process in September. “Before we do anything See Proposal / Page 6
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Berlin teacher gets ready for back to school Special to The Citizen
This week, Berlin High School students set their alarm clocks once again to ring in another school year. But teachers have already been back in the classrooms for weeks, busy preparing for new students and new challenges. The Berlin Citizen spoke with Matthew Recore, a physics teacher and Drama Club co-advisor at BHS, who is approaching his third year of teaching with great enthusiasm for what is to come. When do you start getting ready for a new school year? I am always thinking on how to improve from what I have done the year before. This summer I spent two weeks at a conference in Maine to learn about Google Chrome, which we are now implementing at the school. I am excited to use new tech-
to be back because they are used to sleeping in and they are tired. But I think most are always excited to see their friends and talk about their summer. It’s an awkward adrenaline coming back those first few days. But by the second week everyone is in full swing. What can be done to help make this transition back to school easier? I think it’s on the teachers to engage them, get them excited and interacting. Students are curious and it’s Recore the teachers whose subject matter can offer that opporniques to communicate with tunity for their curiosity to be the students better, and the examined. What will your few opportunity to be paperless through email and be able to first days be like in the submit class material online. classroom? For me, it’s about engaging What is typical of students during the first few the students. I don’t worry so much about the syllabus or days back to school? There is a mix of emotions. rules right away. I just want For some, it’s hard for them them to be excited about the to focus and they don’t want class and eager to come back
Maintenance of parks under control By Monica Szakacs
the next day. I like to start off with a challenge. For example, last year in physics we did a platform building challenge with spaghetti and role of tape. It’s just something unique so they look forward to what’s to come. How can parents help get their child back into school mode? By being supportive and interested in what their children are discovering. We welcome parents to contact their child’s teachers. The more hands on, the better. The student will see how important education is when their parents are there for their kids. Is there anything new at the high school that you are excited about? For the teachers we are
using a new program called Powerschool, which will be not only easier, but a great timesaver. We also have a lot of renovations going on at the school, which means fitting 100 percent of our school space into 2/3 of the space right now. It’s going to be challenging, but everyone is working together to make it happen and in the long run this school will be amazing when it’s all completed. Any final advice for students? Be optimistic. You will have struggles and challenges, but your teachers are here for you, the staff is here for you and your friends are here for you. Enjoy your high school experience, continue learning and open your eyes new things.
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Connecticut warns of dire climate change consequences HARTFORD — Connecticut environmental officials are warning of dire consequences from climate change that will affect agriculture, dams and levees, waterfront habitats and public health. For example, sea level rise will leave Hammonasset Beach State Park, among Connecticut’s most popular state parks, mostly inundated by sea water by the end of the century, according to a new report by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. Most agriculture in Connecticut is likely to be “highly impacted” by climate change “and most of these potential impacts are
months: Tropical Storm Irene in August 2011, followed by a freak nor’easter two months later and Superstorm Sandy in late October 2012. This summer, four tornadoes touched down in Connecticut, with one storm in north-central Connecticut on July 1 damaging tobacco netting and other farm equipment,
buildings and crops. The report said climate changes are projected to be less in the Northeast, particularly for rain and snow, than the rest of the country. Connecticut agriculture as a result can take advantage of the projected longer growing season. The legislature required the Governor’s Steering
The Registrars of Voters have scheduled a lottery for Monday, Sept. 9, at noon, in Caucus Room A in the Berlin Town Hall, to determine the placement of names on the ballot for the Nov. 5 town election. The multiple offices include: the Town Council, the Police Commission, the Board of Assessment Appeals, and the Board of Education. For more information, contact the Registrars at (860) 828-7020.
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Retired officer leaves behind legacy After 26 years of working as a Berlin police officer Paul Germain has retired. He was an officer with the Berlin Police Department from February of 1987 to March of 2013. During his two decades with the force, Germain has the distinct honor of never receiving a reprimand and his service to Berlin has been exemplary, according to the BPD. Germain has been awarded many awards for his dedicated service. In 1994
Germain was awarded the Chief ’s Achievement Award for bringing a speedy recovery to a burglary investigation at St. Paul Catholic School in Kensington. In 1998 Germain was again awarded the Chief ’s Achievement Award for his persistence in a murder case, which resulted in an arrest two years after the crime. In the year 2000, Germain saved the life of a 76-year old woman who was stuck in a burning house. For his selfless actions, he was awarded a Life Saving Award. The same year, Germain was also awarded a Department
Service Award for stopping three subjects and recovered over $1,000 in stolen property. Germain has been a champion in the area of youth. He has been a DARE instructor, as well as a mentor for new DARE instructors. He was the youth officer and for the past six years, has been the
school resource officer at Berlin High School. He has volunteered extensively to help with the Upbeat program, giving up countless hours of personal time to assist the group. Germain assisted in creating the DMV Teen Safe Driving video, taught the Driver’s Ed Parent “Law” Class and volunteered
to help with the Special Olympics. Germain was a distinguished representative of the BPD while he served on the Honor Guard. He was a positive presence in the community and participated in the bike patrol during his time off as the student resource officer each summer.
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Erickson have served on the school board for nine years. “I’m really going to miss them both,” Erwin said. “They are really committed to their roles as Board of Education members -- always well prepared. They led committees of the board and they have a genuine commitment to the wellbeing of the staff and the students and the community, so their presence on the board will definitely be missed after all these years.”
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Dave and Lindsay (Orlich) Perzan of Kensington announce the birth of their daughters, Maya Michelle Perzan and Makayla Nicole Perzan, born May 22, 2013. They have a 2 year old big sister, Linnea. Maternal grandparents are Daryl and Sharon Orlich of Berlin. Paternal grandparents are Dave Perzan of New Britain and Susan and Michael Powers of Kensington. Great grandparents are Roy and Grace Wennberg of Kensington, Dorothy Viccaro of Rocky Hill and Henry and Grace Perzan of New Britain.
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St. Paul The Ladies Guild of St. Paul Church has scheduled its Welcoming Membership Tea for Wednesday, Sept. 4, at 6:30 p.m., in the churchhall. Entertainment and harp music will be featured. Both present and last years officers are asked to bake or make sandwiches. Dues may be paid at the meeting. For transportation to the meting, call Barbara at (860) 8285632. Items for the town food pantry this month is cereal. All ladies of the parish are welcome.
Christian Life Church
Christian Life Church, 496 Kensington Rd., has scheduled Sunday Word and Worship Service for 10 a.m., in the main sanctuary. Small group Bible study for adults, youth and heating impaired is scheduled for 9 a.m. Children’s ministries are also scheduled for 9 a.m. Nursery care for birth to age three is available. For more information, call (860) 828-5105.
Wellspring Wellspring Church has scheduled the following event: Sunday, Sept. 8 - Back to School Party. Celebrate with activities, games and snacks.
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Faith For more information, con- tot time for every Thursday, tact jenn@wellspring.net or from 10: 30 to 11:15 a.m., from Sept. 12 through Dec. 19, for visit www.wellspring.net. children birth to fives year Berlin old. Craft time, play sessions, Congregational snack time and holiday parThe Berlin Congregational ties. No pre-registration is Church, 878 Worthington required. The Berlin Congregational Ridge, has scheduled its Home Coming Sunday for Church, 878 Worthington Sept. 8, at the 10 a.m. service. Ridge, has scheduled its A free, staffed nursery for Yankee Peddler Fair for children from birth to four Saturday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. years old, as well classes for to 2 p.m., at the church. Only handmade items may be ofolder children. The Berlin Congregational fered. Tables are available for Church, 878 Worthington rent. For more information Ridge, has scheduled a col- or an application, contact lege Bible study group for Tinagagner@aol.com. The Berlin Congregational Tuesdays, Sept. 17 through Oct. 29, from 6:30 to 8:30 Church, 878 Worthington p.m. The Sept. 17 meeting Ridge, schedules Sunday is a meet and greet session. worship for 10 a.m., with a For more information, call fellowship coffee-hour imKatie, Christian education mediately following. An director, at (860) 538-0548 adult-staffed crib room for or the church office at (860) 828-6586. The Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, has scheduled is annual fall tag sale for Saturday, Berlin Congregational Sept. 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Church, 878 Worthington in the church parking lot, rain Ridge, Sunday worship, 10 or shine. Free to the public. a.m.; Sunday School, 10 a.m. Breakfast and lunch avail- (860) 828-6586. able. For more information, B e t h a ny Cove n a n t call (860) 828-6586. Church, 785 Mill St., 9:30 The Berlin Congregational a.m. worship. (860) 828-3637. Church, 878 Worthington Berlin Congregational Ridge, has scheduled free Je h ova h ’s Wi t n e s s e s , 234 Farmington Ave. (860) 832-8700. Christian Life Church, 496 Kensington Rd., Sundays, Word and Worship Service, 10 a.m., Main Sanctuary. Small group Bible study for adults,
children three and under is offered. The sanctuary is easily accessible for people with physical limitations and equipped with personal-assist hearing devices. In addition to monthly communication, communion is offered Sundays, at 9:45 a.m., for anyone who wishes to participate.
St. Gabriel’s St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, East Berlin, is now online at saintgabrielseastberlinst.org. The website contain information about the life and work of the parish and includes the monthly newsletter. St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church has scheduled the parish Eucharist for Sundays, at 9 a.m. Sunday school will follow at 10 a.m. For more
information, call (860) 828-3735.
Taize service The Kensington United Methodist Church, 103 Hotchkiss St., has scheduled a Taize service every third Tuesday of the month. Along with music, which begins the service at 6:30 p.m., Pastor Juhye Hahn will add an anointing with oil during the service for those who need healing grace. Taize service is held every Tuesday evening, from 7 to 7:30 p.m., except the third Tuesday, which begins earlier for the special music. If you would like to contribute your musical talent to this service, contact the church at (860) 828-4222 and leave a message for Corinne Terlecky. Everyone is welcome.
Services youth and heating impaired at 9 a.m. Children’s ministries at 9 a.m. Nursery care available for birth to age three. (860) 828-5105. Crossroads Church of God, 146 Hudson St. (860) 828-3822. Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Ave., Sunday worship, 10 a.m. (860) 828-4511. Kensington United Methodist Church, 103 Hotchkiss St., Sunday worship, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. (860) 828-4222.
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To The Berlin Citizen and Berlin Community Thank you for the article “Remembering CJ McCormack”. It was nice to see that CJ’s enthusiasm and positive attitude made a difference to those he came in contact with.
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Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1103 Chamberlain Highway., Sunday worship, 10:15 a.m. Sunday school, 9 a.m. (860) 828-5079. Sacred Heart Church, 48 Cottage St., East Berlin, Mass: Saturday 8 a.m., Vigil: 4 p.m. Sunday: 8 a.m., 9:30, 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Tuesdays: 8 a.m., Wednesdays: 8 a.m., noon, Thursdays: 8 a.m., Fridays: 8 a.m. Confession: Every Saturday, from 3:15 to 4 p.m., and by appointment. (860) 828-0519. Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 68 Main St., East B erlin, 10 a.m. Sunday Eucharist; 10 a.m. Sunday School, stgabrielseastberlinct.org (860) 828-3735. St. Paul Church, 484 Alling St., Mass on Saturday, 4 p.m. Vigil Mass, Sunday 7:30, 9 ,10:30 a.m. and noon, Weekdays 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. (860) 828-0331. United Methodist Church, 139 Main St., East Berlin. Sunday worship, 10 a.m. Wellspring Church, 222 Lincoln St., Sunday Services at 9 and 11 a.m. (860) 225-0661. Find us on the Web: www.berlincitizen.com
Anna Pandolfi
Anna Marturano Pandolfi, 99, of Berlin, formally of New Britain, passed away on Aug. 22, 2013 at home with her loving family by her side. She was the wife of the late Anthony Pandolfi and the daughter of the late Sofio and Lucia Mezzio Marturano. Anna was a wonderful seamstress at Park Fashions in New Britain, an assembler at Tuttle and Baily, and a member of the Italian Fraternal Society and St. Paul Church. She is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Antoinette Pandolfi of Newington and Barbara and Gordon Killius of Berlin and one son, Joseph Pandolfi of Madison; two sisters Mary Malone of Bolton Lucy Thiede of New Britain; one brother Sebastian Marturano of New Britain; seven grandchildren, Susan Mann, Karen Hudlow, Joseph Pandolfi Jr, Christiane and Christopher Pandolfi, Michaela Thierling and Elizabeth Maloney; six great-grandchildren, Jennifer, Anthony, Carl Mann, Andrew Hudlow, Anthony Pandolfi and Gabriela Thielin and one great-great-grandchild Maclynn Davis; and several nieces and nephews, including one special niece Diane Morin. Services were held Aug. 27, 2013 from the Berlin Memorial Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Paul Church, Kensington. Entombment followed in the Garden Mausoleum in St Mary’s cemetery. To share memories or express condolences online, visit www. berlinmemorialfuneralhome.com.
Obituaries
Dorothy T. Weston
RICHARDSON, TEXAS - Surrounded by her family, Dorothy (Dotty) T. Weston passed away Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013 in Ri ch a rd so n , Texas. A lifelong resident of Berlin, she graduated from Berlin High School and worked for a short period of time as a dispatcher for the Berlin Police Department. She met and married George Weston her husband of 60 years. They had one daughter, Karen. In spite of her lack of sight, one of Dorothy’s greatest passions was her love of dance. Over the years she and George went to many dance events meeting many friends that became like family to them. She danced like a pro and no one would ever know that she was unable to see. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband, George; a sister, Barbara; and her parents, Mary and Paul. She leaves behind her loving daughter, Karen and her husband, Ron Fishell, of Garland, Texas; a niece Carol; several cousins and many friends whom she loved and missed. My precious mother, I love you so much and miss you more than you could ever imagine. At this time, arrangements are incomplete.
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Louise Boccia
Louise S. (Richards) Boccia, 88, of New Britain, died Aug. 23, 2013 at an area convalescent home. Born in West Virginia, the daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary Richards, she lived most of her life in New Britain. She was the widow of Joseph Boccia, who died in 1990. Mrs. Boccia is survived by two sons, James Boccia of Berlin and Thomas and his wife Judy Boccia of New Britain; two brothers, Anthony Richards of Southington and Joseph Richards of Maine; five grandchildren, Daniel Boccia, Christina Boccia, Samuel Boccia, Sean Boccia, and Scot Boccia and several nieces and nephews. Services were held Aug. 27, 2013 from the Farrell Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Jerome Church. Burial followed in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. The family would like to thank the staff of Walnut Hill Healthcare for their care and concern for Louise over the years. To light a candle or send a condolence, visit www.FarrellFuneralHome.com.
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up with maintenance. Spring and summer months are spent mowing, gardening, preparing the playing fields for the town’s athletic leagues and readying the town’s swimming pools for use. In the fall, the department is responsible for preparation of winter machinery, mowing, maintenance of Sage Park for the high school football games and leaf disposal. Winter’s main tasks include snow removal and maintenance of the summer machinery and equipment and the construction of picnic tables, park benches, signs and playground boxes.
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Rev. George Capen
Rev. George Capen, OMI, 81, of Belleville, Ill., born April 17, 1932, in Old Town, Maine, died Aug. 15, 2013, at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, Belleville, Ill. Fr. Capen was a Missionary Oblate of Mary Immaculate for 59 years and a priest for 54 years. His first assignment in 1960 was to Immaculata Retreat House, Willimantic. He also served as assistant Chaplain at UCONN. In the late 1960’s, he served in various Oblate ministries and parishes in the northeastern United States and Wisconsin, including parish assignments at St. Joseph the Worker Shrine in Lowell, Maine, pastor at Notre Dame de Lourdes in Lowell, and as Superior of Oblate Communities in Hudson, N.H. and Augusta, Maine. In 1992 he was appointed Provincial of the Northern US Province of Oblates. Fr. Capen was known for his great love of classical music and of anything Francophone, especially shown in his joy in singing French songs whenever Oblates or others were gathered. Always a gentleman, he was gracious, warm, and kind. While in administration, Fr. George was willing to go the extra mile to support fellow Oblates both in this country and abroad, including Haiti. He also pushed himself beyond his own comfort zone, accepting a mission assignment to Zambia at the age of 66. He served in Zambia from 1998 to 2002. Since then, he served the Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows and the Apartment Community in Belleville, IL, retiring to St. Henry’s Oblate residence in Belleville in 2006. His parents, Gordon and Elodia, nee Brodeur, Capen, preceded him in death. Surviving are his brother, Carl (Joan) Capen of Kensington; a niece, Kathleen (Dr. Juan Carlos) Cleves-Bayon; and a nephew, Andrew (Adrienne) Capen. Memorials may be made to the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, DeMazenod Drive, Belleville, IL 62223. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www. rennerfh.com. Services were held Aug. 19, 2013 with a Mass of Christian Burial at the Shrine Apartment Community Chapel. The Rev. James Brobst and Rev. Thomas Singer concelebrated. Burial followed at St. Henry’s Oblate Cemetery, Belleville, Ill.
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KENSINGTON - U. Susan McGee, formerly of Kensington, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2013, due to complications from surgery. Born in Siberia, Russia, on May 6, 1955, she was a victim of Communist repression and was returned to her family’s native Estonia with her mother at age five. Her first name was Urve (pronounced “OO-LIV-AA”), but when arriving in the United States, no one was able to pronounce it correctly. Sue came to the U.S. around 2001 and worked as a private nurse. She started in Cincinnati, Ohio, and also worked in many other states, including New Jersey, New York and Connecticut. She lived in Clarence Center, outside of Buffalo, where she made many friends, including the O’Malley family of Long Street. Sue enjoyed visiting Niagra Falls and loved the beauty and power of the waterway. Sue began working in Connecticut in 2005. Having married Robert McGee in 2007, she lived on Hart Street in Kensington for six years. She had a passion for nature and a talent for gardening. Sue always enjoyed caring for the flowerbeds at her home. Sue leaves behind a heartbroken husband, Bob; a stepson, Matthew; three daughters, who still reside in Estonia, Kairi and Kristi Eensalu, of Viimsivald and Vivika Andreas, of Rapla; four grandchildren, Kelly, Rondo, Andre and Henry; a brother, Ravio , also of Rapla; a sister-in-law, Marianne Winslow and brother-in-law, Kyle Winslow, in Hartland; brother-in-law, Duffy McGee, of Granby; three nieces, Becky, Heather and Megan; two great-nephews, Jonathan and Benjamin; and one great-niece, Grace. Susan will always be remembered as a kind, gentle and caring person who loved her family. Her interment was conducted in the Rapla Cemetery in her native Estonia, where she is resting in her family’s plot next to her late father and mother. As her service has past, there will be no calling hours. However, as a tribute to Sue, her family members ask others to help visit and comfort those who are housebound and lonely. Get out and enjoy nature -- try your hand at gardening! Appreciate the simple beauty of flowers and plants.
The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department has scheduled dog obedience classes at the former Pistol Creek Golf Course, 600 Spruce Brook Rd., East Berlin. Dog handlers should be at least 16 years of age. For more information or to register, call (860) 828-7009 or visit www.town.berlin.ct.us. Kindergarten Puppy Training – The class is for puppies aged two and a half to six months old. Work on leash walking and come, sit and down commands and the problems of chewing, housebreaking and crate training. Puppies develop social skills and confidence. Learn to praise and correct puppies appropriately. A sixfoot leash is required. First class is held without dogs and is mandatory unless you are excused by the instructor. Bring a copy of current vaccinations to the first class. A fee is charged. Classes meet Thursday, Sept. 12 to Oct. 24, from 6 to 7 p.m. Limit of 12. Basic Dog Obedience – The class covers basic commands for the family dog,
including sit, down, stay, heel, come and stand. Learn to correct bad habits of jumping and pulling on the leash. Learn to praise, correct and discipline dogs appropriately. Dogs should be at least 6 months old. A sixfoot leash is required. First class is held without dogs and is mandatory unless you are excused by the instructor. A copy of dog’s current vaccinations, including Bordetella, is required at the first class. A fee is charged. Session one of class meets on Tuesday, Sept. 10 to Oct. 22, from 6 to 7 p.m. Session two meets, Tuesdays, Nov. 5 to Dec. 17 from 6 to 7 p.m. Limit of 12. Obedience Challenge Course – Dog and handler teams navigate a course of varying obedience exercises each week. Teams improve skills with the goal of completing the course with few, if any, corrections. Handlers work with the instructor to better skills and shorten course time while learning to work as a team with their dog. Dogs and handlers must
have completed Basic Dog Obedience class and should have a working knowledge of the sit, down, stay, heel, come and stand commands. A six-foot leash is required. Reward dogs with physical and verbal praise, not food. A copy of dog’s current vaccinations is required at the first class, if not already on file. A fee is charged. Class meets Wednesdays, from Sept. 18 to Oct. 9, from 6 to 7 p.m. Limit of 10. B e tte r B a s i c D o g Obedience – The class is for dogs and handlers that have completed the Basic Dog Obedience class. Emphasis is on improving skills learned in Basic dog obedience class. Concentrate on the stay, heel, come and recall exercises and work with a greater level of distraction. A six-foot leash is required. Reward dogs with physical and verbal praise, not food. A copy of dog’s current vaccinations is required at the first class, if not already on file. A fee is charged. Class meets Wednesdays, Nov. 6 to Dec. 11, from 6 to 7 p.m.
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Letters to the Editor Farewell To the editor: I am writing to offer some parting words to the Berlin community before moving on to a new position this fall as director of teaching and learning for Manchester public schools. I move on after three cherished years as Principal of McGee Middle School. Leaving will be bittersweet for me. McGee was my first principalship, but that is not what will make leaving difficult. Leaving will be difficult because I have grown extremely attached to the children at McGee and to the community. Educators enter the profession to connect with children in the hope of making a difference in their lives. Our teachers work tremendously hard to challenge and support the children who walk through McGee’s doors. Those children come to school with open eyes and open arms. The successes we have had at McGee are in no small part due to the positive attitude they bring to school. If my career in education has taught me anything it is that schools can have their most powerful impact on young people when educators and parents partner.
In all that we have done at McGee I have always felt tremendous support from the community. Berlin has shown me that it is a community that clearly values education and one that respects educators. I write to say farewell and thank you. I hope I have given as much as I have received. I will miss McGee, your young people and Berlin. Scott Ratchford, Ph.D.
The right team To the editor: Which team do we need now? Charles Paonessa, Terry Tonina, Brenden Luddy, and David Evans. Why? Five people, the current town council majority team, have not listened to the voters of Berlin. When this year’s town budget was defeated, a token amount that the council had any real input on worth $125,000 was taken away from the BOE and a large mower worth $87,000 was delayed to next year’s budget. The majority Democrats gave a full $24,025 to top managers, I suggested after the voters said no to the budget that this full bonus to top managers should be tied to finding reductions worth $1,728,000.
Commentary Because of revaluation this would put 50 percent of the people who voted in the referendum with taxes going up and 50 percent going down. This would be a fair compromise and a team approach. Unfortunately the Democrat majority rejected this as too late and ignored the voters with their token reductions causing taxes to go up for 60 percent of those who voted. The team you need is the one that has made it through this tough economy despite unabated increases in taxes on their homes and their businesses. Berlin’s team of Charles Paonessa, Terry Tonina, and Brenden Luddy know how to survive and will be needed for our town to survive the debt, which we are only beginning to see placed on us. Just wait until the full effect of the bonds for our necessary BHS renovations and state required Mattabassett District upgrade start coming due this year, along with even more capital repairs needed for our roads, town buildings and schools. You need the right team right now. I urge you to get behind the right team right now! David Evans Berlin Town Council
Drive safe or pay the price By Officer Robert Canto Special to The Citizen
Now that school is starting, I want to remind the public to keep a watchful eye out for students and school buses. Texting and/or talking on your hand-held cell phone while driving is a big no-no. When driving at 35MPH without distractions, you would normally need approximately 137 feet of stopping distance to avoid striking something in front of you. A person that is texting and driving will take their eyes off of the road for approximately 4.6 seconds. If you are driving at 35MPH while texting you will have traveled 235 feet in those 4.6 seconds. The frequent stops of a school bus and the distraction of texting will be an accident in the making. The fine for texting and driving or driving while using a hand-held cell phone could cost you between
$150 and $500. Please don’t text or use your cell phone and drive. Please be aware that passing a stopped school bus with the stop lights flashing is a violation of state law and will cost you $465for the first offense. If the school bus is passed in an identified work zone, the fine increases to $915. Also, be advised that Connecticut state statute requires you to stop for anyone who steps off the curb at the entrance to a crosswalk, or is crossing the roadway in the crosswalk. The fine for failing to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk is $181. There are two designated student pick-up and drop-off areas at Berlin High School. One area is located inside the student parking lot near the entrance to the gym. The second is on the eastbound side of Patterson Way. This area is clearly See Drive / Page 15
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Government Meetings Tuesday, Sept. 3 Inland/Wetlands Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Town Council, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9 Berlin VNA, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 7 p.m. B o a rd o f E d u c a t i o n , BOE Meeting Room, 238 Kensington Rd., 7 p.m. Historic District, Town Hall Room 7, 7 p.m. Kensington Fire District, 947 Farmington Ave., 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10 Conservation Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 6:30 p.m. Veteran’s Commission,
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‘Greedy angling’ took toll on bluefish population By Mike Roberts Special to The Citizen
My first introduction to bluefish came up on Cape Cod many years ago while doing some surf fishing from the Cape’s beaches. We were fishing Race Point, hoping for some stripers, when a huge school of bluefish came along and just about every fisherman on the beach had a bluefish on. We were using popping surface plugs and the blues hit them with a savagery that had to be witnessed to believe. However, during this bluefish bonanza I was also able to witness the greediness and ignorance of a few of the anglers, not realizing that eventually it would come back to haunt us someday.
We were all fishing from the beach and some of the anglers had to walk a bit of a distance to where they were fishing. When the bluefish began attacking the lures that the anglers were casting, many of them simply kept hauling them in, unhooking them and recasting to catch another bluefish. Some of them had quite a pile of bluefish lying on the beach by the time the school had moved on. Many of the surf fisher-
men had more fish than they could carry out and, when they left the area, they took only a couple of the bluefish they had caught with them and left the rest on the beach for the seagulls to pick over. Unfortunately, I had seen this practice many times on the beaches of Cape Cod. We were always taught that if you were not going to harvest a fish for food, then return it back to the water unharmed. Later on as the bluefish numbers seemed to wane, these same fishermen moaned and groaned when those in charge regulated the bluefish creel limit to 10 fish per day including the baby bluefish called snapper blues.
Historically, bluefish numbers have been known to fluctuate, even in colonial times. Information that I came across tells us that as early as 1764 bluefish virtually disappeared and did not reappear until 1810, and in 1945 they again reached a very low number. Back in the late 1940s and early 50s our families had boats moored down in the Guilford area, and while we fished for flounder, fluke, blackfish, and weakfish, I do not remember anyone harvesting bluefish, although we did fish for snapper blues during August and September. In later years, I really began to look forward to August and the snapper blue fishing it offered. When I
first got into snapper fishing there was no limit on the amount of snapper blues you could harvest and many of the anglers who fished for them every day would catch them by the bucketful and take them home with them not even having a clue as to what they would do with that many snapper blues. I know for a fact that they could not eat them all, yet they would fill their buckets until they were overflowing and return the next day to repeat the process. This type of greedy angling never helps any fish species and it wasn’t too long before it took its toll on the bluefish numbers. Fortunately, the powers See Bluefish / Page 17
Sharknado: So bad, it’s great By Julie Sopchak Special to The Citizen
Over the past few weeks or so, you may have asked yourself, “Haven’t I heard enough about Sharknado?” The answer is no. No you have not. I had the opportunity to see this much-talked about straight-to-TV movie on the big screen, at a midnight showing, and the results were glorious. I knew what a pop cultural phenomenon the film had become, and I was anxious to experience it for myself. Heading into the theater, I forgot this piece was actually taken seriously when it was filmed. Its makers weren’t intending on it being a national joke. But that’s what it became. (Warning: Spoilers follow.) The movie begins on a boat with some shark fishermen and a businessman attempting to make a deal on the captain’s catch. For some reason this negotiation turns into a shootout. But don’t worry; everyone is
eaten by sharks once a freak storm hoists the sharks aboard the ship. From there, we hear about how sharks have swarmed the west coast thanks to a hurricane that somehow found its way to California. Of course, global warming is blamed as the cause. Bar owner Finley “Fin” Shepperd, an all-around good-guy, surfer dude with a slight twist of macho, is the film’s protagonist. So the hurricane floods everything, and brings sharks with it, which are swimming through the streets. This is
hilarious both because of how awful the special effects are, and because, as the characters are driving through the street, literally, nobody knows how to act in this situation. I would pass it off as bad acting, but I wouldn’t know how to act either. Afraid? Confused? As my friend put it so perfectly, if this situation were to ever arise, I would likely just laugh myself to death. So the hurricane eventually goes away, like a few times. There were at least four times when someone said, “Well, at least the storm’s over,” and it was sunny out, but cut to the next camera angle and it’s raining again. All the while, as Fin and his crew attempt to navigate the streets, sharks are hurled at people through the sheer force of nature. One woman seems helplessly trapped by a shark wriggling on the dry ground, immobile as it attempts to snap at her flesh. Meanwhile, the woman, flat of her back, can’t think enough — I guess — to just get up and walk away, so she fumbles around for a shotgun. But it’s too
much to handle. Then some guy comes in with a barstool and kills the thing with one solid whack. Moving on. Eventually, Tara Reid’s character, April, is introduced. Reid has drawn attention to the film for her name; and also her horrific acting. As the hurricane comes
and goes about six more times, eventually a huge tornado whips up, and we see sharks getting spun around with it. Fin and the crew find themselves at a hangar, where Fin’s son, Matt, was learning how to be a pilot. There is some time spent
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posted with “student dropoff “signs. The remainder of Patterson Way is posted “No Parking” on both sides of the roadway. The “No Parking” areas will be strictly enforced throughout the year. Violators will be issued an infraction for $92. Under state statue, a parked vehicle is defined as a motor vehicle in a stationary position within the limits of a public highway. Sitting in a stopped vehicle waiting to pick up or drop off a student falls under this definition. Please use the designated pick up/drop off areas at every school as these areas are the safest lo-
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deRito earns rank of Eagle Scout Thomas Lorenzo deRito, of Berlin Boy Scout Troop 44, recently earned the rank of Eagle Scout — the highest achievement in Boy Scouting. deRito joined Cub Scout Pack 13 in the second grade. He earned several belt loops, activity pins and, in 2006, the Arrow of Light. In Berlin Boy Scout Troop 256, he worked his way from the rank of Tenderfoot to First Class, attended summer camp, spent a week canoeing more than 50 miles down the Delaware River and spent many weekends camping. In Troop 44, he volunteered for community services projects, camped, hiked, skied and participated in other activities. deRito earned 36 merit badges while serving as a patrol leader, assistant patrol leader and instructor. He was elected into the Order of the Arrow, scouting’s National Honor Society by his fellow Scouts. He earned the Ad Altare Dei and Pope Pius XII Roman Catholic Religious Emblems. As his Eagle project, deRito directed deRito the repair, refurbishing, painting and overhaul of every bleacher and seating area at the Berlin Lion’s Club Fairground. Additional projects were also completed at the fairgrounds. deRito, son of Anthony and Helen deRito, is a Berlin High School graduate. He plans to attend Worcester Polytechnic Institute in the fall. Boy Scout Troop 44, Berlin, sponsored by the Berlin Lions Club, meets every Tuesday evening, at 7 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church.
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bluefish strike bait and lure with a murderous intent. Bait fishermen, including From Page 15 snapper blue fishermen, are that were in charge recogoften caught daydreaming nized what was happening when a bluefish hits, the and they came up with a strike is so sudden. They hit 10-bluefish-per-day limit. the bait and before you can This meant 10 bluefish per react they are gone. Getting angler per day regardless if bluefish to hit a lure, espethey were mature bluefish cially if you are fishing for or the babies of the species them from the beach or a called snapper blues. This jetty, is also an experience did not sit well with the you won’t soon forget. five-gallon-bucket-of-snapAn outing for snapper pers- a-day anglers and you blues can be fun for the could hear the wailing all whole family. When fishover the Long Island Sound ing for snapper blues, any at the 10-snapper-blue limit freshwater tackle will do. and many of them said, “I’m When they are in, snapnot going fishing for just 10 per blues seem to want to snapper blues, it ain’t worth eat anything that moves, the effort!” Their voracious appetite They don’t get it. Fishing is what makes them grow is supposed to be a fun outfrom four to five inches in ing for the most part, not size in August to seven to a contest to see who can nine inches (and bigger) in catch the most every time September until they mithey go on the water. Yes, grate south. I know that so many of the Just about any silTV shows depicting fishing ver freshwater lure like a tournaments teach us otherphoebe works well for snapwise, but it was not always pers, and I know quite a that way. few fly fishermen who have The added bonus to a a ball fishing for these tiny snapper blue fishing trip is battlers. that they are great tablefare. Frozen spearing, a type of saltwater shiner, has always been a go-to bait for many snapper fishermen. This year however might be just a tad different. Dave The Berlin Citizen welcomes submissions regarding up- Wetmore and I made a trip coming events happening in the community. These brief to the shoreline last week items run free of charge. We do our best to run a submission and could not find any froat least one time, however, due to space constraints we cannot zen spearing at any bait guarantee a submission will be published on a specific date and content may be edited. Send submissions to news@theberlincitizen.com or contact Marsha at (203) 317-2256. If you have specific requirements for a submission you must place a paid advertisement. To discuss this, contact Berlin sales representative Annemarie Goulet at (203) 317-2303. There are some who cringe at the thought of eating bluefish. What a shame. Prepared correctly, they are excellent eating. I continued to fish for snapper blues after the 10fish limit was installed (and I still do). Since Edna will not eat any fish that has bones in it, I get to enjoy my snapper blue bounty by myself (and of course our two “girls” Daisy and Lily). Ten snapper blues alongside some batter-fried yellow squash and a tomato salad will satisfy my fish craving any day. I prefer the fresh-caught snapper blues over any that are frozen simply because any bluefish, adult or snapper, tastes best when it is cooked the same day it is caught. Catching bluefish can be contagious regardless of their size. Although striped bass are the sought after quite heavily in Connecticut waters, especially after my buddy Greg Myerson landed that world-record striper a couple of years ago, bluefish still are an important gamefish. Regardless of their size,
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shops both local (Fishin’ Factory in Southington and Uncle B’s in Wallingford) or any of the bait shops on the shoreline. No one has any answers for the shortage of these frozen baits. I can give you an alternative from the “good old days” of my snapper blue fishing, though. I used to go to the fish market and purchase a quarter of a pound of fresh shrimp. I would then cut the bait into hook-size pieces and always caught as many snappers as I wanted on the shrimp. The fresh shrimp also stayed on the hook well. While Dave and I did not limit out (10 per angler) on the snappers, we did get some on frozen sand eels as well as silver phoebes about two feet behind any type of a float. The float churns up the water when you reel it in, with the phoebe trailing behind it, and the snappers seem to like it. When they are hungry, snapper blues can be a bit cannibalistic. I have caught snapper blues with teeth marks from other snapper bluefish on their sides, especially the runts in the school of feeding snappers. Knowing this, I have used the belly flesh from snappers previously caught for bait and it worked admirably. Snappers are very easy to prepare for the frying pan. I
use a pair of scissors (don’t tell Edna) and first snip off the head and then turn the scissors and snip off the entire belly entrails, ribs and all. A quick rinse under the faucet and they are ready to cook. Get the oil hot in the frying pan, dip the snappers in flour and fry them. The flour helps make the skin crisp and tasty. I love a platter of snappers alongside some batter dipped, fried yellow squash and a fresh tomato salad. I prefer fresh-caught snapper blues for eating. I even prefer fresh-caught adult bluefish fillets for the best tablefare. I have a couple of really good recipes for bluefish fillets, but we will do that at a later date. The snapper blues are beginning to show up in numbers along the shore and offer some really fine family fishing fun. See ya’ and God Bless America and watch over our troops wherever they may be. Mike Roberts’ outdoors column appears in the Record-Journal.
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AARP trips Tuesday, Oct. 8 - Cranberry Bog Tour with buffet lunch at the Dan’l Webster Inn. Wednesday, Oct. 16 through Friday, Oct. 18 - Pennsylvania Dutch tour. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Christmas at Salem Cross Inn. For more information, call Ann Gamelin at (860) 8286700 or Phyllis Fecteau at (860) 828-4934.
how to increase strength and energy. Stretch and tone your Exercise for Wellness Class muscles and learn techniques - Tuesdays and Thursdays, to relax. Wear comfortable 10 a.m. The class works your clothing and bring a mat or body head to toe, designed to rug. A fee is charged. maintain strength, flexibility, energy, and mobility. Work at their own pace. A fee is Sept. 18 - Connecticut Day charged. Ceramics Class - at the Big E. Oct. 8 - The Beacon Resort, Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Beginners are always wel- Lincoln, N.H. Oct. 22 - Platzel Brauhaus come. A fee is charged. Yoga Class - Fridays, 9:30 Oktoberfest. Nov. 13 to 15 - Atlantic City. a.m. Join Certified Yoga Nov. 20 - Radio City Show. Teacher, Liz Hall and learn Dec. 4 - New York City. Dec. 11 - Newport and Providence, Rhode Island. Dec. 17 - Christmas at the New York Botanical Garden.
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The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., has scheduled its annual tag sale for Saturday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Admission is free. Hungerford will accept donated items through Sept. 5, during business hours. Call prior to drooping off items. A preview sale is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 6 from 1 to 4 p.m. A fee is charged for the preview sale. For more information, call (860) 827-9064 or visit www.newbritainyouthmuseum.org.
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Senior Bowling Senior Bowling results from Aug. 23: Ferd Brochu, 221; Cil Ferre, 184; Joe Sytulek, 166; Liz Rugens, 164; Craig Clarke, 160; Ed Picard, 156.
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Diabetes support group The Hospital of Central Connecticut offers a free, monthly diabetes support group for people who have completed the hospital’s comprehensive diabetes group education program and seek ongoing support and continuing education. The program features a short presentation followed by open discussion. The group is scheduled to meet from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m., in the diabetes classroom, third floor, New Britain General campus, 100 Grand St., as follows: Sept. 10 - Living by the numbers: Looking at patterns. Oct. 8 - Easier living through technology. Nov. 12 - Enjoying the holidays with diabetes. Dec. 10 - Get up and go! Exercise and motivation. Registration is not required. For more information, call (860) 224-5900, ext. 2079.
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Lyme disease The Greater Hartford Lyme Disease Support and Action Group, which includes Berlin, meets on the third Wednesday of the month, at 7:30 p.m., in the FarmingtonUn i o nv i l l e Co m m u n i ty Center, 321 New Britain Ave., Unionville. For more information, call Christopher Montes at (860) 673-8759; Randy Sykes at (860) 6589938 or Tammy Szczepanski at (860) 793-1764.
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Park and Recreation programs Pilates The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registrations for Pilates classes, scheduled to meet at the Community Center. Participants should bring a mat, water bottle, and wear comfortable clothes. For more information, cost or registration forms, call (860) 828-7009. Core Blast Pilates is a system of over 500 controlled exercises that engage the mind and condition the total body. It is a balance blending of strength and flexibility training that improves posture, reduces stress and creates long lean muscles without bulking up. Co-ed, 18 years of age and up, mixed levels – beginners through intermediate, no ball class. Class meets on Mondays, Sept. 9 to Dec. 9, from 6 to 7 p.m. or 7 to 8 p.m. Limit of 12 participants. Barre Physique Bar Class – Pilates Physique is a unique total body workout that focuses on small, controlled movements combined with gentle-on-the-joints but
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Reunions New Britain High School Class of 1956 has scheduled a 57th birthday celebration “Diamond Jubilee” for Sunday, Sept. 15, at Papa’s Dodge Banquet Room, 585 East Main St., New Britain. For more information, contact Paul Gianaris, 122 Hickory Hill Rd., New Britain, CT or email paul.gianaris@ snet.net by Aug. 30. St. Thomas Aquinas High School New Britain Class of 1963 has scheduled its 50th reunion for Saturday, Oct. 5. For more information, visit aquinas1963.myevent.com.
BOE openings available The Berlin Board of Education will have three openings available at the November election. Candidates interested in appearing on the ballot must collect signatures by Thursday, Sept. 5. The Berlin Board of Education is a nine member, non-partisan board. Each member is elected to a three-year term. Terms are staggered so that each year three positions are up for election. Candidates are not nominated by political parties, all Berlin voters are eligible to appear on the ballot, and candidates appear on the ballot without a political party designation. Potential candidates must obtain a petition from the Town Clerk’s office, collect the signatures of 135 Berlin voters, and return the completed petition by Sept. 5. For more information regarding the petition process, call the Town Clerk’s office at (860) 828-7036. For more information about serving on the Board of Education, contact any current board member.
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His playing days over, Cooper turns to coaching By Nate Brown The Berlin Citizen
Last year, Jack Cooper was suiting up for his final season as a Southern Connecticut State University football player. This fall, Cooper takes on a different role in the sport he loves: defensive backs coach at Salve Regina University. For Cooper, the transition won’t be a difficult one. “To me, it’s kind of a more fun version of being a teacher,” the Berlin High School alumnus said of his new challenge, “so I don’t see there being a really big difference at all. It’s just that instead of teaching math or science or English, I’m teaching football instead.” Cooper, a two-year captain at BHS, knew at a young age that he wanted a
Jack Cooper. future in the field of education, and coaching, as well, if the opportunity arose. “My role models growing up were always my physical education teacher or my coach,” said Cooper. “I really looked up to head coach John Capodice and defensive coordinator Josh Rosek at Berlin High. They were both physical education coaches, too. I’d helped coach youth clinics while I
was in high school and I knew I just wanted to keep heading down that path.” With a career plan in place, Cooper decided upon SCSU, where he prepared to become a teacher while continuing his football career. Cooper made the most of his four years on the college gridiron. The linebacker was named a team captain last fall and went on to lead SCSU in total tackles, with 72. While at SCSU, Cooper wa s a f i rs t- te a m A l l Northeast 10 selection and was named the SCSU Defensive Player of the Year in 2012. He ended his college career with 163 tackles. “I had really good coaches there, so every year I got a little bigger, faster, and stronger,” said Cooper. “My
knowledge of the scheme got better, I became more of a leader. Every year, I was continuing to get better and trying to be a coach on the field.” With his playing career behind him, Cooper quickly found work with the Salve Regina gridders. Cooper is looking forward to his first season on the Newport, Rhode Island campus. Salve Regina is a NCAA Division III program. “I like that our defensive coordinator is a very aggressive guy. We don’t sit and let the offense dictate what we’re doing. We’re going to dictate what the offense is going to do,” Cooper said. “I enjoy it and I try to not just make it about football. The reason these kids are here is to get their degree and get their education, so I’m try-
ing to be a mentor for them, just like my teachers were for me.” While Cooper is currently focused on making the Salve Regina football program formidable, it wouldn’t surprise some if he moves on to bigger coaching, or teaching, opportunities down the road. “Jack has done a tremendous job on the football field and will grow into an outstanding coach,” said Capodice. “He has tremendous potential; he had it at a young age. He did a terrific job coaching in our youth program and all of our football clinics, instructing the kids. He had outstanding leadership capabilities. “He’s a hard-working young man and he’ll be a great educator and teacher, and a very successful coach.”
Fantasy football players, avoid these pitfalls By Nate Brown The Berlin Citizen
For plenty of middle-aged men across the country, it’s the most wonderful time of the year (cue the poorly-timed holiday music.) Football at all levels is just around the corner. And with the return of football comes the chance for everyone to become a champion … of their respective fantasy football league. I’ve reveled in fantasy football over the past several years. Yet I don’t claim to be an expert, by any means. What I can offer you, though, is some advice on what not-to-do when drafting your fantasy football team. And after a weekend comprised of two drafts -- one with a lump sum of money attached to it -- I feel as though I’ve grown from a young grasshopper to a wise sense in terms of how to avoid a poor draft. That, and I’m talking up my teams as best I can, trying to reassure myself that I didn’t make any mistakes. So without further ado, here is
some rational advice from a seasoned vet on what to avoid in your drafting war room: 1) Being green Going green is one of the better things you can do for the environment. Being green going into your draft could prove disastrous. Making sure you’ve read up on the league rules and regulations is a must, especially if you and your friends score in an unorthodox fashion. Also, make sure you know which pros are injured, or simply not playing. No one wants to be that guy who drafts Rob Gronkowski, who won’t be back until mid-September at the earliest (this guy!). Even worse is the guy who drafts Aaron Hernandez and pencils him in as their backup tight end (not this guy!). 2) The player who’s past his prime Sometimes it’s tough to pass on the Randy Moss’s of a generation, but if you’re still planning on drafting Chad Johnson, you might as well call it a year right now. Johnson, while still listed as an available
player on Yahoo.com, has yet to land on a roster and probably won’t, ever again. While an extreme case, avoiding players similar to those in Johnson’s situation (i.e. Willis McGahee, Plaxico Burress, Tim Tebow) is a must. 3) Playing favorites It’s hard not to play favorites when someone from your favorite team is on the board. But if you draft five offensive players from the Buffalo Bills, you’re not making the playoffs this year, or any year. It’s alright to choose one, maybe two players from your favorite team, but don’t bog yourself down by drafting the whole team. If the offense has a bad week, no one will score you any points. Likewise, try to avoid doing the same with any team, even if they do happen to be an offensive powerhouse. While drafting Aaron Rodgers and James Jones may seem logical due to the big-point possibilities, it could blow up in your face if Rodgers has an off week and throws three interceptions.
4) Overdrafting There are several forms of overdrafting to discuss. The first is when you should draft your defense and kicker. Before this year, I had always been one to try to fill up my entire starting roster before filling in my bench positions. It only seemed natural to get a good defensive/special teams unit and kicker before the top teams and players were gone. However, drafting a kicker in the 10th round (of a 14-round draft) just because you want to round out your starters is not a good idea. Trust me, I would know. Instead, wait for someone else to break the seal on defensive/special teams units and kickers. You may not get the top option at those positions, but it gives you a chance to strengthen your bench for when you’ll need to replace someone on their bye week, or an injured player. The second form of overdrafting is in regards to those crucial first couple of rounds when all the top talent is flying off the board. If you still need a running back and are See Fantasy / Page 22
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A sign of the times Little League to educate players on the dangers of performance enhancing drugs By Nate Brown The Berlin Citizen
With another Little League season just recently wrapped up, it would be easy for the organization to take a couple weeks of vacation and reflect on the year. But Little League has bigger fish to fry. The institution recently announced its plans to introduce an education program for players dealing with performance enhancing drugs, which it hopes to have in place for the 2014 season. “You definitely have to inform [kids] of what’s going on in the world and how it can hurt them,” said Berlin Little League President Bill Petit. While not believed to be an issue in youth baseball presently, local leagues agree that something should be put in place to help inform young players of the dangers of PEDs. “Any kind of drug awareness program that benefits children is certainly something that I think is definitely a positive move,” said Plainville Little League President Scott Stroh. “I would totally be for something that would educate children.”
The Little League news comes at a time of great uproar in the sport of baseball. Twelve Major League players were recently suspended for 50 games for their connection to Biogenesis, a Miamibased anti-aging clinic that supplied players with performance enhancing drugs. A thirteenth player –Alex Rodriquez of the New York Yankees –is appealing his 211-game penalty. Petit, who has overseen Berlin Little League for 27 years, is concerned the extra media exposure may confuse youngsters. “They’ve got to keep [PEDs] out of the media; keep it away from the kids and have the parents inform them,” said Petit. “If they still read about it, they’re gonna say, ‘Well, if he did it then I can do it. He’s my hero.’” From stealing bases to stealing signs, and corked bats to steroids, the sanctity of the game has been compromised more and more over the years. Meanwhile, to gain an edge on opponents, players have put their health on the line. Some worry that mentality will seep into amateur baseball. “Any kind of drug awareness program is benefi-
cial to help educate children now to let them know that, ‘okay, these drugs might help you in the short term, but in the long term, they’re going to hurt you. They’re going to hurt your health, they’re going to hurt your whole life,’” said Stroh. “Absolutely I’m in favor of giving kids awareness.” While there hasn’t been an official Little League release on the step-by-step process the organization will take to educate players, local officials are eager to hear the plan. “It’s got to be a top priority,” said Petit. “It’s a top priority thing now, with steroids and stuff like that, because if players start doing it while they’re in high school and college, then they’re hooked.” Little League has been working with the Taylor Hooton Foundation to help implement the program. The foundation was named after Taylor E. Hooton, a 17-year-old high school athlete from Plano, Texas, who took his own life in 2003 after using anabolic steroids. Since that time, the foundation has worked to raise awareness of the dangers of performance enhancing drugs in young adults and athletes across the nation.
Scholastic sports participation on the rise Press Release Participation in high school sports increased for the 24th consecutive year in 2012-13 and passed the 7.7 million mark for the first time, according to the annual High School Athletics Participation Survey conducted by the National Federation of State High School Associations. Based on figures from the 51 NFHSmember state high school associations, which includes the District of Columbia, sports participation for the 2012-13 school year reached an all-time high of 7,713,577 participants – an increase of 21,057 from the previous year. An additional 15,190 girls participated in high school sports last year, moving the girls all-time record to 3,222,723 and marking the 24th consecutive year for an increase in the number of female participants. After its first decrease in 20 years last year, boys participation started on the upswing again with an additional 5,867 participants. The boys total of 4,490,854 is second all-time to the 4,494,406 in 2010-11. “While we recognize that many schools are experiencing challenges with funding high school sports programs, we are encouraged that schools are responding to the challenges and that more and more students are involved in high school sports,” said Bob Gardner, NFHS
executive director. “Playing sports within the school setting continues to be the desire of more than 55 percent of students enrolled in our nation’s high schools.” Eight of the top 10 girls sports registered increases in participation in 2012-13, led by competitive spirit squads (8,201), outdoor track and field (4,172), and swimming and diving (3,536). Lacrosse, cross country, volleyball, soccer and tennis also had additional female participants, while basketball and fast-pitch softball had minor declines. Five of the top 10 boys sports showed increases in participation, led by outdoor track and field (5,044), swimming and diving (4,354), and basketball (3,387). Cross country and baseball also registered gains among top 10 sports. Eleven-player football remains the top sport for boys with 1,086,627 participants in 2012-13, although the number of players has decreased slightly each of the past four years, including a drop of 9,366 from 201112 to 2012-13. In terms of combined participation, track and field, and swimming and diving registered the best overall gains. Track and field had an increase of more than 9,100 participants when combining girls and boys, while swimming and diving was up almost 8,000 participants. Girls sports outside the top 10 that
recorded increases in participants and could be emerging sports for females are bowling (25,450 participants in 2012-13), ice hockey (9,447), wrestling (8,727) and flag football (7,019). A sizeable increase in “adapted sports” participation also contributed to the rise in 2012-13 figures. With seven states offering these programs for students with disabilities in 14 sports, the number of participants rose almost 3,000 to 8,747 (girls and boys combined). The top 10 states by participants remained in the same order as last year, with Texas and California topping the list with 798,333 and 777,545, respectively. The remainder of the top 10 was New York (389,475), Illinois (339,944), Ohio (327,919), Pennsylvania (315,492), Michigan (304,438), New Jersey (270,423), Florida (243,397) and Minnesota (230,421). Although only one of the top 10 states registered an increase in participation (New Jersey), overall, 30 states reported higher figures from the previous year. The participation survey has been compiled since 1971 by the NFHS through numbers it receives from its member associations. The complete 2012-13 High School Athletics Participation Survey is attached in PDF format and is available on the NFHS Web site at www.nfhs.org. --NFHS
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afraid you won’t get a good one, it doesn’t mean you need to draft a mediocre one with your second round pick. I’m sure that mediocre back will still be available in round three, or four, or five, or maybe six. Instead, go after another position that you haven’t filled yet, such as wide receiver or quarterback. Those players will be just as crucial to your team’s success, maybe even more so than your first pick. Once again, just because Tom Brady and Drew Brees are off the board, it doesn’t mean you need to go into panic mode and draft Philip Rivers sixth overall because you’re worried you won’t get a decent QB in the later rounds. Speaking of Rivers … 5) Never Draft Philip Rivers Part of this advice is fact, and part of this advice is pure pent up anger that hasn’t yet dissipated. But all of it will save you from a dreadful second half of the season (December and January; i.e. the most crucial part of the year) that has you consulting a Magic 8-ball, a shrink, and a Ouija board to see who is going to have the better Week 15 performance: Rivers or Mark Sanchez. And yes, this situation actually See Fantasy / Page 23
Thursday Aug. 29 Boy Scout Troop 24 Meeting: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Community Center, 230 Kensington Rd. Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255. Boy Scout Troop 41 Meeting: 7 - 9 p.m. Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. Boy Scouts Troop 41, sponsored by Bethany Covenant Church, meets on Thursdays. For information, call Scoutmaster KC Jones at (860) 829-1148 or email jones327@comcast.net.
Friday Aug. 30 Theatre: 8 - 11:30 p.m. The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31 Webster Square Rd., is staging a production of “The Gin Game.”
Saturday Aug. 31 Berlin Historical Society : 1 - 4 p.m. Berlin Historical Society, 305 Main St., is open every Saturday. Free admission. For information, call (860) 828-5114.
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Tuesday Sept. 3 Boy Scout Troop 256 Meeting: 7 - 9 p.m. Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesdays. For information, call Ed Alicea, scoutmaster, at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scout Troop 44 Meeting: 7 - 9 p.m. Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays. For information, call the troop committee chair at (860) 829-1832. Weight Loss Organization: 6:30 - 8 p.m. Cromwell Town Hall, Suite 219, 41 West St., Cromwell. TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-profit, weight loss organization meets Tuesdays. For information, call Betty Waters at (860) 635-7020.
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Plainville Rotary Club meeting: 12 - 2:30 p.m. J. Timothy’s Taverne, 143 New Britain Ave., Plainville. The Plainville Rotary Club meets Mondays. For more information, call Guy Doyon, (860) 793-4113.
Boy Scout Troop 41 meeting: 7 - 9 p.m. Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. Boy Scouts Troop 41, sponsored by Bethany Covenant Church, meets on Thursdays. For information, call Scoutmaster KC Jones at (860) 829-1148 or email jones327@comcast.net.
Saturday Sept. 7 New Britain Tag sale: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave. The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park has scheduled its annual tag sale. For information, call (860) 827-9064.
Tuesday Sept. 10 Berlin Boy Scout Troop 256 meeting: 7 - 9 p.m. Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesdays. For information, call Ed Alicea, scoutmaster, at (860) 828-8693. Sunrise Rotary Club of Kensington-Berlin: 7:30 8:30 a.m. Berlin Town Hall, 240 Kensington Rd., meets every Tuesday. Rotary International membership inquiries, contact Rtn. Gwen Valencis, President - Sunrise
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Sunday Sept. 15 Harvest Festival: 1 - 6 p.m. Pope John Paul II School, 221 Farmington Ave., New Britain, has scheduled its Harvest Festival. The event includes food, beverages, homemade items, crafts, jewelry, raffles, children’s activities, and a DJ.
Thursday Sept. 26 Boy Scout Troop 24 Meeting: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Community Center, 230 Kensington Rd. Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255.
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A call to Big Medicine By Glenn Richter Special to The Citizen
“Thank you for calling the Central Connecticut Great Big Health Care Group Corporate Entity System Thing, Division of Proctology. Richter If this is a medical emergency, please hang up and dial 911. Para hablar en español, por favor apriete 1. If you are calling from a doctor’s office, please press 2. For prescription refills, please press 3. For driving directions to one of our offices, please press 4. To submit a financial statement, speak to one of our insurance specialists, take out a second mortgage or sign your house over to us, please press 5. To surrender and beg for mercy, please press 6. To learn more about the services we provide, please press 7 now, or ask one of our patient care coordinators for more infor-
mation – if anyone ever picks up the phone. For all other calls, please stay on the line for further assistance. … We apologize for the delay. Your call is very important to us. Please continue to hold for the next available operator. … The Central Connecticut Great Big Health Care Group Corporate Entity System Thing is one of Connecticut’s largest primary care and surgical care groups, with more than 250 providers practicing in more than 30 specialty areas. In other words, who the hell do you think you’re dealing with, huh? … We apologize for the delay. Please continue to hold for the next available operator. … The Central Connecticut Great Big Health Care Group Corporate Entity System Thing maintains offices in approximately 50 locations throughout the area. In other words, we’re everywhere, so if you’re not satisfied with our service, you can go scratch, because we’re the only game in town – your town or any other town, for that matter. … Do we apologize for the delay?
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Hospital for Special Care Foundation, 2150 Corbin Ave., New Britain, accepts donations of used durable medical equipment and supplies: canes, walkers, tub and shower chairs, manual wheelchairs, commodes, and raised toilet seats. The equipment, not always covered by insurance, is made available, free-of-charge, to community members in need of these items. Equipment donations may be brought to the Equipment Exchange during weekday business hours. For more information, call (860) 612-6302.
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MidState Medical Center has a variety of volunteer opportunities available. Midstate Medical center is in the process of developing an extensive Palliative Care Program for patients, their families and members of the community. Bereavement volunteers will work closely with the chaplain to assist with the bereavement support group, provide bereavement materials for families and basically provide continuity for the family after the patient’s death. Office volunteers are needed for clerical and secretarial support to the Palliative Care Program and the Patient Care volunteers are at the bedside to give comfort and support to patients and their families who are receiving Palliative Care. Extensive training for volunteers interested in joining the Palliative Care Program is planned. There are several departments looking for volunteers to make follow up or reminder phone calls to patients as well as keeping phy-
Road to Hospice in need Recovery of help The American A terminally ill patient’s sense of isolation is often made worse by the lack of comforting human touch. Muscles may be contracted and stiff. Patients may spend their days immobile in a recliner or bed. Knowledgeable massage therapists and Reiki volunteers offer compassionate touch, relaxation, a sense of well-being and emotional health. For the volunteer, getting to know someone at the end of life is a gift in itself. VITAS Innovative Hospice Care of Connecticut is looking for licensed massage therapists or Reiki practitioners to visit patients in their homes and nursing facilities in southeastern Connecticut. All VITAS volunteers re ce ive o r i e n tat i o n i n end-of-life care. VITAS massage-therapy volunteers Office (860) 828-7877 Fax (860) 828-5797 Cell (860) 883-7091 E-mail: djutras@sbcglobal.net
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Water does a body good 1. Your body is composed of about 60 percent water. The functions of these bodily fluids include digestion, absorption, circulation, creation of saliva, transportation of nutrients, and maintenance of body temperature. 2. For years, dieters have been drinking lots of water as a weight loss strategy. While water doesn’t have any magical effect on weight loss, sub-
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able for those interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. The goal of the training is to help define the role of a hospice volunteer, and it covers the history and philosophy of hospice, team building, help with communicating effectively, ways to manage death, dying, and bereavement, and concepts of spirituality. For more information about the VNA HealthCare Hospice Volunteer program, call Donna Gordon at (860) 493-7349 or dgordon@vnahealthcare.org.
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using moisturizer, which creates a physical barrier to keep moisture in. 5. Body fluids transport waste products in and out of cells. The main toxin in the body is blood urea nitrogen, a water-soluble waste that is able to pass through the kidneys to be excreted in the urine. When you’re getting
The Board of Education and Services for the blind seek volunteers to read, shop, drive or sort mail for blind neighbors. Volunteers are also needed for office work, computer projects and reading on tape. For an application, call (860) 602-4129, toll-free (800) 842-4510, ext. 4129, or e-mail lori.st.amand@po.state.ct.us.
Stitchers needed Stitchers from the Heart, a nationwide group of volunteers that love to knit, is looking for volunteers to knit, crochet or quilt blankets, little sweaters and hats for babies in need. These items are donated to 570 hospitals throughout the country. Patterns are available. Yarn is needed for seniors and children’s knitting programs. For more information, call (877) 985-9212, or e-mail StitchFromHeart@aol.com.
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marketplace Build Your Own Ad @
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n JOBS n TAG SALES n CARS n HOMES n PETS n RENTALS n ITEMS FOR SALE n SERVICE DIRECTORY Lost and Found
Automobiles
Automobiles
CADILLAC DTS 2006 8 Cyl., Auto, 79K Miles. Stock # B601 $14,995
CHEVY CRUZE LT 2012 Was 22,895 NOW 16,995 Save $4500 off MSRP Stock # 4811L12 Proof of Job, Proof of Address and Blasius Will Give You a Loan. 100% Guaranteed Ask for Darrell 1 888 207-3682
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FOUND Cat, long haired, white, skinny, vicinity of Carter Heights condo, Plantsville. 860-621-1111.
Automobiles
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CHEVROLET CAMARO RS 2011 Stock #13204PB $22,850 Don’t Miss...Call Chris 203 250-5952 www.richardchevy.com
CHEVY MALIBU LT 2011 Stock #18658 $12,850 Don’t Miss...Call Chris (203) 272-7241 www.richardchevy.com
CORVETTE COUPE CLASSIC 1988 Removable glass top. 58,000 ORIG. MILESGARAGE KEPT ONLY, A VERY CLEAN CAR, must be seen, This car looks and runs great! Nice color, newer paint is Dark Red. 350 AT/4 SPEED-, TAN LEATHER SEATS/carpet, BLACK DASH NTERIOR IS IN TOP CONDITION. NEW “Magnaflow Performance” Exhaust system, NEW Battery, NEW ALPINE SOUND SYSTEM. HIGH QUALITY CAR COVER INCLUDED. Always Maintained by mechanic. $10,400- Calls only at 860-883-7633. 25 YEAR Classic. Car Insurance cost is minimal
Millions of people look to Marketplace everyday. It’s used news.
FORD FOCUS 2010 Stock #9962A $10,988
HONDA ACCORD 2003 $6,888 4 Door, Auto 30 Day 1,500 Mi Warranty BUY HERE - PAY HERE! (203) 269-1106
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CHEVY Camaro 2012 RS, Convertible Stock #1399 $27,988
DODGE NEON 2003 $3,288 4 Cyl, 4 Spd, Auto BUY HERE - PAY HERE! (203) 269-1106 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2005 Stock# 13-727A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300
FORD TAURUS LX 2001 $3,488 BUY HERE - PAY HERE! (203) 269-1106
Mercury Villager 2001 $3,488 6 Cyl, 4 Spd Auto BUY HERE - PAY HERE! (203) 269-1106 Kia Sportage LX 2006 Stock# 13-978A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300
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Automobiles
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TOYOTA CAMRY 2006 4 Door Sedan, LE, Auto Stock #9786A $6,988 STEVE “ZIG” ZANETTO IS CElEbrATING HIS 5TH YEAr AT MErIdEN HYuNdAI ANd WElCOMES All HIS FrIENdS TO VISIT HIM 203 235-1669
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TOYOTA CAMRY LE 2010 Stock# 18804 $13,950 Don’t Miss...Call Chris (203) 272-7241 www.richardchevy.com SUMMER CAR CLEARANCE SALE
SATURN VUE 2004 Stock# P4144 Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300
CADILLAC Deville 1997 $3,600 PONTIAC Grand Am 2000 $3,555 Ford Taurus 2000 4 Door $2,990 All Cars MINT CONDITION and Ready For The Road! G.T. Tire 155 Colony St. Meriden, CT
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Volkswagen Rabbit 2007 Coupe. 4-cyl. 5 Speed Manual. White. Power windows. AM/FM/CD player. Air cond. Dual/ side airbags. Keyless entry. Sport package. Alloy wheels. Original owner. 55,700. Excellent condition. $9,800 Or Best Offer. 203-235-9693 203980-0866 cell
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BUSINESSES & SERVICES Carpentry
Handypersons
RepaiRs & Replacement Lrg/ Sm., 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. 203238-1449 #578107 www. marceljcharpentier.com
Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-237-GATE. CT Reg #601060
Decks CHLOE’S Home Solutions LLC Quality Products, Prompt Service and Excellent Installation at Fair Prices. Roofing, Siding, Decks, Paint, Home Repairs & Remodels. Licensed and Insured. HIC #631419 Credit Cards Accepted Call (203) 631-2991
Always a sale in Marketplace.
ENHANCE Your Outdoor Living Space with Custom Decks. Also do Roofing, Siding & Gutters CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084
Electrical Services T.E.C. ElECTriCal SErviCE llC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service SMALL JOBS WELCOME 203-237-2122
Fencing Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Insd. Call John Uvino 203-237GATE. 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
Handypersons A-1 HANDYMAN PLUS CT Reg #606277. Give us a Call-WE DO IT ALL! Free estimates. 203-631-1325
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Home Improvement All Your Remodeling & Construction Needs! Kitchs, Baths, Painting, Decks, Windows, Doors. No job to sm., We do it all! Free Est., 40 yrs in bus. Lic & Ins. #539493 203-530-1375
Junk Removal
House Cleaning BUSY MOM’S Cleaning Svc No job is too big/small. Free window svc w/wkly cleaning. Sr disc. 860-839-1707 IF You don’t have time to clean your house, call me. I will do everything you wish for a great price. Good job, fully ins. Renata (860) 538-7963 or Email: roniowa@wp.pl RELIABLE, Experienced person to clean homes. Detailed cleaning with a personal touch. Over 20 years exp. Exc refs. Call Beth (203) 639-1870
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Find everything at our Marketplace. Pete In the PIckuP Junk Removal and More No Job too Big/Small We Do it All 203-886-5110
Kitchen & Baths
C&M ConstruCtion *THE BATHROOM & REMODELING SPECIALIST* cmconstructionct.com 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488
Landscaping
Bathroom Remodeling Concrete, Carpentry Tile, Painting Patio & Sidewalk Paving Call 860-628-2236 CT Reg#559333 MARIO’S Masonry. Over 25 yr exp. Retaining walls, sidewalks, steps, chimney, all repair work. No job too small. Lic & ins 0614297. Call 203565-5904/203-271-7917
Painting & Wallpapering
Landscaping
IF YOU MENTION THIS AD Yard Clean-Ups 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
Find your dream home in Marketplace.
LANDSCAPE M.D. Hedge Trimming & Grass Cutting. Free Estimates. Call (203) 630-9832
D & G Paving
If you can’t find it in Marketplace it’s not for sale. Bill Rudolph Landscaping. Cert. Installer, Paver, Walks, Patios, Ret. Walls, Stairs, Shurb Replacement, Landscape Design/Reno., Mulch/ Stone, Waterfalls/Ponds, Lawn Repair/Install, Drainage/ Backhoe Work. Bus. 30 + yrs. We’re on Angies List! Free Est. HIC#0563661 203-237-9577
Masonry
JT’s Landscaping, LLC Top Quality Work. Full Lawn Maint. Grass Cutting. Comm /Res, Lic/ins #616311 Free est today 203 213-6528 COSTAS Landscaping. Tree removal, chipper work, climbing, patios, comm/resid mowing mulch, stone, more. Free scrap removal. CT Reg #635676. 860-729-2971 or 860-358-9696.
EDDIE’S Total Home Int/ Ext houses, powerwashing, decks, condos, apts, ceilings, sheetrock repair. #569864 203 824-0446
ALEX MASONRY. 30 yrs exp. Patios, Retaining Walls Steps Brick Stone Chimneys. 580443 203-232-0257 / 203-596-0652.
Painting, interior & exterior, power washing, repair/ removal of wallpaper, popcorn ceiling & drywall. Lic/ hic 0637346. For free est call Mike 860-794-7127.
Paving
Over 25 yrs exp. Paving seal, coating, concrete work. CT Reg #0577005 203237-6058
A PRESSURELESS HOUSECLEANING The Powerwashing Kings Others Wash - We Clean! Gutter black lines & Streaks, Green Mold, Black Mildew, Dirt, Grease & Grime - GONE! 203-631-3777 860-839-1000 thepowerwashingkings. com
Roofing
C&M ConstruCtion *THE ROOFING SPECIALIST* 10% off cmconstructionct.com 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488
Plumbing
MEDINA Sewer & Drain Cleaning Services LLC Quality work, affordable prices. 24hr Service. Benny Medina 203 909-1099
The bargains to be found in Marketplace are real heart stoppers!
PLUMBING All Plumbing & Service. Fully Lic. & Ins. Free est. Front Line Plumbing LLC. 203 213-0691
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
O & E Masonry. Chimney repair, brick, stone, pavers, sidewalks, etc. Locally owned & operated. CT Reg #0611774. 203-802-0446
RJ LARESE Landscaping Res/Comm Lawn Maint. Fall Clean-Ups. Sr Disc. Free Est. 203 314-2782
W. BOOBER MASONRY 25 yrs exp in all types of masonry CT Reg # 0626708. 203-235-4139
SIMPLY Devine Plumbing. Highest quality installation & service. No job too big or small 203-514-0434. simplydevineplumbing. com
Power Washing A-1 Quality Powerwashing Hot water, low rates Call Dennis 203-630-0008
Siding ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS AND MORE Free Estimates/Fully Insured Reg #604200/Member BBB 860-645-8899 ROOFS R US LLC Fin. Avali. Remodeling, Windows, Repairs, Siding, Since 1949. Decks, Gutters, Additions. 203-427-7259
Siding, Roofing, WindoWS, deckS, Remodeling gutteRS ct Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634
Siding, Roofing Windows, Decks Sunrooms, Additions 203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790
Tree Services
MARIO’S Masonry. Over 25 yr exp. Retaining walls, sidewalks, steps, chimney, all repair work. No job too small. Lic & ins 0614297. Call 203565-5904/203-271-7917
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Siding, Roofing Windows, Decks Sunrooms, Additions 203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790
ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS AND MORE Free Est./Fully Insured Reg #604200/Member BBB 860-645-8899
Roofing, Siding, WindoWS, Decks, Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634
COSTA’S Landscaping. Tree removal, chipper work, climbing, patios, comm/resid mowing, mulch, stone, more. Free scrap removal. CT Reg #635676. (860) 729-2971 or (860) 358-9696.
It’s All Here! (203) 235-1953 LAVIGNE’S TrEE SErVIcE In business 33 years Tree removal. Stump grinding. Crane Service. Free Est. Fully insured. 203-294-1775 lavignestreeservicellc.com
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VW JETTA 2010 KIA SORENTO 2006 Stock # 18808 $15,650 4WD, Automatic Don’t Miss...Call Chris everything at our Market$7,988 Stock# 3424A 203 250-5952 place. www.richardchevy.com
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NEED WORK? Can you lift 25 pounds? Do you like Working with people? (Meriden/Southington) Must be able to start this week or next. Responses will be returned on a first come first serve basis. Don’t Wait! Above average earnings Call Mon-Fri 860-329-0325
MERIDEN 2 BR $750 Updated, cozy. Private entrance, private yard. Freshly painted. New floors. Call Will 860 801-1891
Meriden and Wallingford Veterinary associates now offers wellness care packages. from puppies to kittens, that can include spay and neuters, to senior plans that can include dentals. Packages are discounted from regular fees and monthly payments are set up. call us with more information on this great deal. 203-634-1333
PT Admin Assist/Reception for doctor’s Office. Duties: tele, filing, billing, appts. Multitask w/organizational skills. Email resume w/desired salary to: connbhealth@aol.com
Find your dream home in Marketplace.
RECEPTIONIST FT & FT/PT Exp’d Vet Tech. Must be able to work wknds. 203 2651646. Yalesville Vet. Hospital REDELIVERY DRIVER
NISSAN Pathfinder 2004 Stock #1382A $7,988
Your “Back to School” tranSportation ExpErt New or Used Your Best Car Buying Experience No Pressure - No Haggle No Kidding! 21 yrs at Meriden Hyundai Mike Russo 203 935-0863
Toyota Highlander 2005 Stock# 13-779A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300
Trucks & Vans
Motorcycles & ATVS HARLEY Custom Super Glide, 2004, 24,000 miles, Sierra red, excellent condition $6000. 860-538-7651
Help Wanted CHEVY Silverado 2008 Stock #3361A $15,988
CHEVY TAHOE 2000 Z71 4 WD, Auto. New Tires. 4 Door. Green. Good Paint & Interior. Runs good. With 5x9 Tag Along Trailer with new tires. $4,800 for both. 203 265-0180
Speed Staffing is seeking French speaking Customer Service Reps to fill positions at inbound call center. Must possess good computer skills and the ability to handle a large volume of incoming phone calls. Please contact Speed Staffing LLC at (203) 379-0390 or come in person at 500 South Broad St., Meriden Ct. 06450 Teachers Needed at NAEYC ACCRED Child Care Center in Wlfd. Exp. in ECE a must. CDA, AS pref. Send resume to maryellen. myers@bms.com or call 203-677-7027
Apartments For Rent
COUNTER Help PT Weekdays. Fast paced. Apply in person at Neil’s Donuts, 83 North Turnpike Rd, Wallingford Deli NarDelli’s GriNDer shoppe is now hiring all positions for our Southington location. Food exp a plus. Must be 18 yrs or older. Applications available at 405 Queen St, Southington
SUVs
The Record-Journal Circulation Dept. is seeking a redelivery driver to join our early morning team. This 32 hour per week position (4am-11am) requires use of your own reliable vehicle and cell phone and ability to read maps. Dependable applicants are welcome to apply in person during regular business hours at 11 Crown Street, Meriden or email lbousquet@record-journal. com
Dental Assistant PT Position General Dentist in South Meriden Please email resume to mcmdental@hotmail.com No phone calls, Please DRIVER/Serviceperson Van FT/PT, M/F. Clean driving record. Fax resume 203 265-1635
MERIDEN 2 BRs Heat & hot water included. Off street parking. $900/mo. 203-639-8751 Meriden-3Br apts. 1st & 2nd flrs. Hdwd flrs. $950 & up. No pets. Utils not incld. Section 8 approved. Call 860-983-6336 MERIDEN 4/5 Rms. Stove & Fridge. Off street parking. No pets. Call between 5-8pm. (203) 376-2003 MERIDEN 4 BR, 2 BA, 2nd Flr. $995/mo. 1 BR $695 w/heat & hot water. Avail. immed. Sec & utils. 203-938-3789. MERIDEN 9 Guiel Place 1 BR Apt, Heat & Hot water included. First Floor. $800. Call Mike (203) 376-2160.
MERIDEN 1 BR Stove & Refrigerator, Heat & Hot Water included. Lease, Sec & Refs. 203- 239-7657 or 203-314-7300 MERIDEN 1 BR, Wash Hts Victorian. Parking, washer/ dryer, walk-in closets, cable, wifi & all utilities incl. Security, references, no pets. $800. 203 317-1414
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE CONSIGNMENT Furniture, Home Goods Appliances And Much More 95 Main Street South Meriden CT 203-440-3604 Mention this ad get 25% off your purchase.
MERIDEN Crown Vlg 2 BR Just renovated. Heat & HW incl. Pool access. $945/mo + sec. Avail immed. L & E Prop Mgmt 203-938-3789
Furniture & Appliances
MERIDEN E side Mint 4 Rm 2BR, Gar, appl, wd hookup. $950. No utils. No pets. Gas heat. 203 238-0675
AFFORDABLE Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators and Stoves. Appliance Repairs Will Deliver (203) 284-8986
MERIDEN Great 2/3 BR. 2nd Fl. Remodeled. $750-$800. Quiet area. No pets. Sec 8 welcome. 860 305-1642 MERIDEN - Lg east side 2nd Fl 3 bdrm apt. Renovated w/ hdwd floors, off st prk, & security system. Separate utilities. Must be seen to appreciate. Sec 8 appr. $1090/mo + security. Call 203-537-1730
Find everything at our Marketplace. MERIDEN LG 3 Bdrm, 1st Floor. Off street parking. Fenced-in yard. Dead end. Quiet. $1199/mo Section 8 approved. 203 901-0389 MERIDEN Nice 2 BR Deposit, Credit. No pets. 25 Griswold St- $850 72 No. First St. $795 203 675-0171 203 317-7222 WLFD. 2nd Flr, 1/2 BR, W/D Hookup. Near Library. No smoking/pets. Water/trash incld. $850/mo + utils. 1 mo sec. req. 203-269-1426
Rooms For Rent
MERIDEN 1023 Old Colony Rd. 2 BR Available Starting at $800. Heat & HW incl. 203-886-7016
Furniture & Appliances
MERIDEN Pleasant single room. Private bath, fridge, heat, hot water incl. $475. 3rd flr, 199 E. Main St. Please call 727-565-8362 North Haven Meadowstone Motel Off I-91. Satellite TV. Short Stay/ Daily/ Wkly. On Bus Line. 203-239-5333
REFRIGERATOR, Amana, Black, top condition, like new. Asking $350 or best offer. Call 203-440-1332
Miscellaneous For Sale Sunbeam White Microwave AND Haier White Compact Refrigerator: Great for dorm room Sold together $65. Radio Flyer Girls Steer and Stroll Tricylce - Excellent Condition: $45. Bright Starts Bouncer - Excellent Condition: $20. (860) 836-8216 YARDMAN Riding lawn mower, 26” cut, bagger attachment, electric start, new battery, 8.5 hp, $275. Call 203-238-4057
Wood / Fuel & Heating Equip 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 SeaSoned Firewood. Delivered. Great price. Call (203) 272-4216 SeaSoned Firewood. Delivered. Great price. Call (203) 272-4216
Sporting Goods & Health PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION CLASS Required for Connecticut residence. 1 Session, $110. 203-415-1144
Miscellaneous For Sale 10” Craftsman radial saw with rolling table, $125 obo. Delta 10” power miter saw, $25 obo. Buffalo heavy duty belt driven drill press, $50 obo. 203-671-4915 BRADFORD Exchange Collector Plates, Paasche Air Brushes and Compressor, Hermes Engravograph Sign Engraving Equipment with many letter styles. Start your own sign business. (860) 276-8822 DISH TV Retailer. Starting at $19.99/month (for 12 mos.) & High Speed Internet starting at $14.95/month (where available.) SAVE! Ask About SAME DAY Installation! CALL Now! 1-800-908-5380 LARGE Dog Transporter $25. Table Saw w/Stand Like New Asking $45. Call (203) 235-0034
Swimming Pools & Spas Doughboy Above ground pool, with filter, new ladder, skimmer and vaccum robot. 24 foot, beige color. Only 7 years old in excellent condition. Must sell before September and must take down yourself. Price $700.00 or negotiable. Call Maria at 634-3720 before 8:00 PM.
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
You’ll like the low cost of a Marketplace ad.
Pets For Sale HORSE CARE NEEDED AM/PM In exchange for riding, etc. Exp preferred, but will train. Please call 203-213-8833
PROFORM 390E ELLIPTICAL, I-pod hookup, bought in 2010. Great condition. Asking $275. 203-530-6113
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 ALWAYS Buying machinist tool boxes, tools & bench vises. (860) 985-5760
If you can’t find it in Marketplace it’s not for sale. ANYTHING OLD WE BUY! (Call Us) FRANK’S (203) 284-3786 BUYS Napier & costume jewelry, old lamps & shades, musical instruments, old Superman & matchbox cars, estates. Call 203-639-1002
Antiques
Jewelry & Collectibles ALL CASH FOR WASHER & gas dryer, WhirlMILITARY pool Cabrio, 5 yrs old, used 4 years. Great cond. $500/ ITEMS pair. Fireplace natural gas vent free, 25,000 BTU, 203-237-6575 dark cherry wood color, great cond. Use less than 2 years, $150. 203-214-9296 or 203-809-0203
Wanted to Buy
1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture, 50’s Items. Whole Estates 203 238-3499
DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver, China, glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate. 203 235-8431 TIRED OF LOOKING AT THAT JUNK? Unwanted Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles Paying Cash for Them 203 630-2510
Music Instruments & Instruction CHURCH ORGAN - Rodgers Scarborough 110, 1972. Solid state. 46 stops, 2 manuals, full pedalboard. $2500. Will deliver 203-440-1748 ElEctric Guitar - Epiphone SG Special Edition - Cherry Red, Mint condition, barely used, needs to be restrung. Carry bag included. Amplifier - Line 6 amp (spider 3- 15 watt8 inch). Asking $280 or best offer. Call 860-4165988 - Ask for Aaron
Music By RoBeRta PeRfoRMance & instRuction Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome. Piano Lessons Beginner to Intermediate. (203) 630-9295 YAMAHA Spinet Piano Maple Finish. Only 52 Keys. (203) 269-7845
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Carlos Valentin 2nd Degree Black Belt Training in Tang Soo Do since 1986
Becky Zychowski Training in tang Soo Do since 2005, 2nd Degree Black Belt
Kyan Valentin 2nd Degree Black Belt, Training Tang Soo Do since 2000
Dr. Hou Chen Training in Tang Soo Do since 1991 3rd Degree Black Belt
Jario Velasquez 3rd Degree Black Belt Training Since 1998
Amanda Fieffer 3rd Degree Black Belt Training in Tang Soo Do since 1993
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Plantsville • Aug. 30th • Sept. 13th 4:30-7:30pm Meriden • Sept 7th, 14th, 28th 10am-1pm Berlin • Sept 7th,14th, 21st, 28th 10am-1pm Can’t Make It Call Us.
4 week special offer for $49 Free school uniform to 1st 25 callers
www.valentinkarate.net
82 Camp Street, Meriden • (203) 238-0427 991 South Main Street, Plantsville • (860) 621-1474 16 Chamberlain Highway, Kensington • (860) 829-5425
Fabiano Lucas Professor Training in Capoeira since 1993 Sao Paulo, Brazil
Wendy Hannigan Training in Tang Soo Do since 2005, 2nd Degree Black Belt
Orlando Valentin, Jr. 1st Degree Black Belt, Training in Tang Soo Do since 1998
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Rebecca Cote 2nd Degree Black Belt Training Since 2002
Grand Master Grand Master Master Orlando Valentin, Sr. Robert E. Beaudoin Jae Chul Shin Rachel Valentin 3rd Degree Black Belt, President of World Tang Soo Do 4th Degree Black Belt with Training in Tang Soo Do Founder of World Tang Soo Do Association, 9th degree Black Belt Association, 8th degree Black Belt 31 years training experience since 1986
PERSEVERANCE • INTEGRITY • GOAL SETTING • SELF CONTROL
Edwin Torres 3rd Degree Black Belt, Training in Tang Soo Do since 2002
Master Master Madelyn Valentin Efrain Valentin 4th Degree Black Belt with 6th Degree Black Belt, 35 31 years training experience yrs training in Tang Soo Do
CONFIDENCE • SELF-DISCIPLINE • COURTESY • RESPECT
Ahmed Hernandez 3rd Degree Black Belt, Chief Instructor at Valentin Karate
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