Berlin Citizen, Jan. 24, 2019 by Ryan Millner

Two enter race for senate seat

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Candidates have entered the race to fill the state Senate seat left vacant when Sen. Terry Gerratana, of New Britain, accepted an appointment as an adviser in the state Office of Health Strategy.

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Longtime wrestling fans got to meet a legend and kids got a lesson in what it takes to become a champion when twotime World Wrestling Entertainment heavyweight champion Bob Backlund visited Berlin-Peck Memorial Library.

Gennaro Bizzarro, a New Britain Republican and attorney, and state Rep. Rick Lopes, D-New Britain, are both seeking nominations when their parties hold conventions in the coming days. The 6th Senate District includes Berlin.

The Monday, Jan. 14 library event included a discussion of his book “Backlund: From AllAmerican Boy to Professional Wrestling's World Champion.” Backlund told the audience about the time he refused to smoke marijuana with three other wrestlers while they drove along a highway, instead opting to get out of the vehicle and walk home. "Every time you make a decision, there's a good way and a bad way,” he said.

Backlund, who became champion just a year after he joined the WWE in 1977, recalled the time he failed to

Berlin High School’s Gianni Fanelli finishes off a steal with a lay-in Friday night at BHS. Fanelli later hit a last-second 3-pointer to give BHS an exciting 51-50 victory over See WWE, A10 Middletown. Photo by Lee Roski

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Letter to the Editor

To the editor: George Millerd penned a Letter to the Editor in which he suggested that the Berlin Republican Party is owed an apology.

the Republican candidate for state representative, Steve Baleshiski, withdrew his candidacy after a long series of hateful, bigoted and misogynistic social media posts became public. In his letter, Millerd suggests that it is unfair to attribute the actions and words of this “one individual” to Berlin Republicans.

Unfortunately, Mr. Millerd is mistaken. It is the Berlin Republican Town Committee which owes an apology, or at While it may be unfair to atthe very least, an explanatribute the words of Mr. tion to the people of Berlin. Baleshiski to all Republicans in Berlin, it is more than fair As Berlin voters surely recall, to attribute them to the

Berlin Republican Town Committee. After all, the committee nominated Baleshiski to represent Berlin voters. Not only did they endorse him, they raised money and campaigned on his behalf. Perhaps Millerd will defend nominating and endorsing an individual that holds and publicly expresses bigoted and hateful views by arguing that the BRTC was unaware of Baleshiski’s comments. If so, then the Berlin Republican Party is dangerously

negligent; failing to perform even a minimal background check of their candidate.

Berlin residents feel that they are owed an apology from the Berlin Republican Town Committee for enUnfortunately for Millerd dorsing a candidate who, in and the Berlin Republican the words of the BRTC, enTown Committee, his argugaged in “hurtful and dividment falls apart based on ing behavior,” after such bethe committee’s reaction fol- havior was made public. lowing the revelation and And if an apology is a bridge publication of Baleshiski’s too far for the Berlin Repubhateful comments. lican Town Committee, how In fact, it took more than a about an explanation? week for the BRTC to withdraw support for him. Gary Brochu Berlin So yes, Mr. Millerd, many

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Board approves wide-ranging Program of Studies At the Jan. 14 Berlin Board of Education meeting, the board unanimously approved the 2019-2020 BHS Program of Studies. The Program of Studies is updated by the high school staff each year, and is designed to guide students in developing a personalized learning program to meet the Berlin Public Schools graduation requirements. As a small, comprehensive high school, BHS is proud of the wide range of learning opportunities available for our students. The Program

of Studies offers students nearly 200 courses in 14 areas of study. Students have the opportunity to achieve college credit during their time in high school in three program options, including 18 Advanced Placement courses, 11 UConn Early College Experience courses, and three College Career Pathways courses. Each year, the high school faculty and administration work in collaboration to revise and refresh the Program of Studies. New courses are offered, changes in course

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Wii Bowling – Fridays at 12:45 p.m. Call Tina or Jane at 860-828-7006.

Tea – The Berlin Free Library, 834 Worthington Ridge, has scheduled its annual library tea for Saturday, April 6, 2 to 4 p.m. For more information and reservations, call 860828-3344.

Reiki Healing Sessions – Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon, 15-minute intervals. A fee is charged. Reiki is a gentle form of energy medicine which can improve overall health. Sign up at the front desk or call 860-828-7006.

The Berlin Free Library accepts gently-used books for adults and children. Drop off at 834 Worthington St.

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Mobile Electronics and Your Child – Tuesday, Jan. 29, 6 p.m., for parents only. Berlin Police Officer Griffin will discuss Internet and phone safety as well as social media and messaging World of Wonder – Wednes- apps. Discussion includes day, Jan. 30, 10:30 a.m., online bullying and places ages 1 to 6 with caregiver. it’s likely to occur. RegistraExplore science, technolotion is required. gy, engineering, art and math through books and Makerspace Drop-in play. – Thursday, Jan. 31, 2 to 7:30 p.m., grades 4 to 12. Busy Bumble Bees – MonTry video games, coding, or day, Jan. 28, 10:30 a.m., make an art project. birth to 3. Stories, songs, action rhymes, open play.

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Faith

103 Hotchkiss St. Sunday worship, 9 a.m. The church schedules a healing and music service the second Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m.

Bethany Covenant

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785 Mill St. Contemporary Worship: Sundays, 8:30 a.m.; Traditional Worship: Sundays, 11 a.m. Childcare provided. Call 860-828-3637 or visit bethanycovenant.org.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 1103 Chamberlain Highway. Sunday service, 10:15 a.m. Call 860-828-5079 or visit princeofpeacelutheran06037.com.

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Sacred Heart Church Mass is scheduled for Sundays, 9:30 a.m., 48 Cottage St. Call 860-828-0331.

Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church 68 Main St. Sunday Eucharist, 9 a.m.

United Methodist Church of East Berlin 139 Main St. Sunday services, 10 a.m.

Wellspring Church 222 Lincoln St. Sunday service, 10 a.m, with children’s program for newborn to age 12.

Sunday worship, 10 a.m. Child care and Sunday school are available during worship services. Bible Study, Wednesdays, 11 a.m.

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Christmas trees are accepted for recycling Mondays through Fridays, 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., and Saturday, Jan. 26, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Recycling Center on Massirio Drive. The town plans to chip the trees creating mulch available for public use and pickup at Sage Park.

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SUPER SEASON Berlin High School football players were recognized for their work on the field this past fall. Berlin’s CHSCA All-State honorees were, from left, Zachary Hrubiec, Kevin Dunn, Marco Scarano and Alex Halkias. Also, Hrubiec was a Walter Camp All-Connecticut FirstTeam award-winner.

Girls in Sports Day Feb. 16 The second annual Girls in Sports Day is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 16, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Kingswood-Oxford School, 170 Kingswood Road, West Hartford. The free event is open to all girls, 8 to 14 years old. Participants may choose three activities, including volleyball, basketball, field hockey, track, strength and conditioning, yoga, lacrosse, tennis and soccer. All skill levels, including those who have never tried a particular sport before, are welcome. The sports sessions will be run by Kingswood coaches, staff and student athletes. Participants are welcome to stay and watch the Kingswood Oxford varsity girls basketball game, against Hamden Hall at 1 p.m. The event is free, but registration is required by Friday, Feb. 8. For more information and to register, visit kingswoodoxford.org.

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The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., has scheduled an “Italian Night” pasta dinner fundraiser for Friday, Feb. 1, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. A fee is charged.

The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., has scheduled a paint night for Friday, Feb. 8, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., for adults 21 and over. A fee is charged. Registration is requested.

The event includes a raffle. Take-out is available. No reservations are required. Proceeds benefit Hungerford’s animals. For more information, call 860-827-9064 or visit newbritainyouthmuseum.org.

Rebecca Mayer, of Berlin, was honored by the Connecticut High School Coaches Association by being selected a member of the Class S All-State volleyball team. It was the second year in a row that Mayer, a junior, made AllState. Mayer helped Sport and Medical Sciences Academy to the first conference championship and first conference tournament title for any girls team in school history. SMSA went 19-1 during the regular season and 3-0 in the tournament.

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Officers find 20 pounds of marijuana, $27,000 in Berlin home A Berlin man has been charged after police said they seized 20 pounds of marijuana, vaping cartridges, cocaine, and thousands in cash from his home. Long Ngyuen, of 196 Wildermere Road, was charged with possession of narcotics with intent to sell and possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell. He was held on $250,000 bond. On Thursday, Jan. 17 local police and members of the Statewide Narcotics Task Force executed a search

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Free car seat safety check The Southington Police Department has scheduled a free car seat safety check for Sunday, Feb. 24, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Healthy FunFest, Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry St.

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Book and a Bite Culinary Class for Toddlers: Jan. 24, 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. Stew Leonard's of Newington, 3475 Berlin Turnpike, Newington. Coffee With a Cop: Jan. 24, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. Josie's Corner, 166 Mill St., Berlin. 860-8287185. cgriffin@berlinct.org.

of Kensington; his stepson Thomas Chojnowski and wife Elaine of Newington and his stepdaughter Elaine Harger and husband George of Arizona. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Cesildo Ferre and his sister-inlaw, Marion Schipke and several nieces and nephews. Angelo was predeceased by his nephew Nicholas Ciammella Jr., his brother Nicholas Ciammella, and his sister Mary (Ciammella) Ferre. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Paul Parish, Kensington, on Thursday, January 17, 2019 at 10:00 AM. Burial was in Maple Cemetery, Berlin. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington, CT 06037. Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please share a memory with the family in the online guest book at www. ericksonhansen.com

DVD and Book Sale: Jan. 24, New Britain Public Library, 20 High St., New Britain. 860-224-3155 ext. 125.

p.m. Stew Leonard's of Newington, 3475 Berlin Turnpike, Newington. DVD and Book Sale: Jan. 25, New Britain Public Library, 20 High St., New Britain. 860-224-3155 ext. 125. Member Breakfast – Boston Red Sox President & CEO Sam Kennedy: Jan. 25, 7

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Party bridge at the Calendar House: Jan. 24, 1 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Free. Calendar House Senior Center, 388 Pleasant St., Southington. 860-621-4663. Sit & Knit: Jan. 24, 1 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin. Winter Fever Luau: Jan. 24, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, Berlin. Winter Story/Craft: Jan. 24, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. New Britain Public Library, 20 High St., New Britain. 860-224-3155.

Friday Book and a Bite Culinary Class for Toddlers: Jan. 25, 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. Stew Leonard's of Newington, 3475 Berlin Turnpike, Newington. Crazy for Cookies Culinary Class for Kids: Jan. 25, 6 p.m. - 7:30

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Walter Fletcher family fund established

The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain has established the Walter R. Fletcher, Jr. DMD Family Fund to honor Dr. Fletcher, his recently deceased widow MaryJane N. Fletcher, his parents Walter R. and Marion B. Fletcher and his brothers Paul, Russell and David. The fund will help a local student or students from pre-

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Movie Matinee: Adrift: Jan. 25, 1 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin. Still Hill Comedy Night: Jan. 25, 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Still Hill Brewery and Tap Room, Rocky Hill.

"Wait Until Dark": Jan. 25, 8 p.m. $35. Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin. 860-8291248. ctcabaret.com.

Saturday Author Anne K. Howard: Jan. 26, 1 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin. Book and a Bite Culinary Class for Toddlers: Jan. 26, 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. Stew Leonard's of Newington, 3475 Berlin Turnpike, Newington.

“Post Holiday” Holiday Party: Jan. 27, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Wood-n-Tap, 3375 Berlin Turnpike, Newington. Singles walk and lunch: Jan. 27, 11 a.m. Walnut Hill Park, Park Place, New Britain. 860-463-6906.

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