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Thursday, November 22, 2012

BHS marching band to receive new uniforms By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen

The current Berlin High School Redcoat Marching Band uniforms are 30 years old, but Mark Bowling, band director, said this year students have something new to look forward to as they have

been fitted for new attire. “We have been asking for quite a while and because of financial situations, due to the economy, the Board of Education wasn’t able to get the money,” Bowling said. “This year money has been set aside, which we are very, very happy for and apprecia-

tive of.” According to Roman Czuchta, director of business operations, the total cost for the new uniforms is $52,405, which is being paid for through the town’s capital fund account. “There was money carried over from last year,” Czuchta

Thanksgiving meals

Citizen photos by Monica Szakacs

Above, members of Social Services and the Berlin Clergy Association. Each year Berlin Social Services and the Berlin Clergy Association work together to provide Thanksgiving food baskets for families in need as part of the Holiday Assistance program. This year, through donations from the community, the town was able to help 214 households Nov. 15. The program is designed to help Berlin families who need extra help buying all the items to cook a holiday meal, by supplying nonperishable items and grocery store gift cards. When a resident fills out an application through Social Services, he or she supplies the number of household members and dietary information. The family then receives a number that correlates with a basket or bag when they came to pick up the items at the municipal garage complex. The Berlin Lions Club also pitches in with holiday assistance by delivering hot meals, which includes turkey, to elderly and disabled individuals who are not able to cook a Thanksgiving meal.

said, “and the money was set aside with the notion of the purchase of new band uniforms.” The high school expects delivery of the apparel no later than April 12. “I can’t tell you how really awesome it is to get this energy in the music department again,” Bowling said. And history will be repeating itself. “The kids are super excited to put on these new uniforms and we are going to premier them at Disney, marching in the music festival parade, which is where we first showcased the old uniforms 30 years ago.” Michael Gray, of DeMoulin Brothers and Company, designed the new attire and the company also is manufacturing the uniforms. The corporation has been in business since 1892, designing music performance group apparel for customers around the world. DeMoulin Brothers is the same manufacture that fashioned Berlin’s old outfits in 1982. “The uniforms will be comfortable,” Bowling said. “It’s still a traditional military style band uniform with a red coat.” But a new feature will be

the hat. Instead of a helmet style, as with the old uniforms, the department chose a shako style hat, which is a cylindrical military cap that has a visor and usually decorated with a badge on the front and feather on top. The uniforms are the property of the school. “Literally, two generations of students have worn the

last uniforms. In fact, I think last year we had a student who was wearing her mother’s band jacket. That was pretty amazing,” Bowling said. “We take care of them and clean and preserve them nicely.”

When new members join the marching band, minor alterations are done to the uniforms to fit the students, especially with pant and coat sleeve lengths.

“We change that per student because some are taller than others” he said. “Coats are generally fitted, as we place them with students based on their general size.”

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, November 22, 2012

Berlin chefs share holiday recipes

If you are tired of your turkey and stuffing tasting the same year after year, here are two flavor-

ful recipes that you impress your family friends with during upcoming holiday

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Tea and rosemary brine (flavor) for turkey

By Zofia Karwowski Executive chef, Baltic Restaurant Ingredients: -2 sticks of margarine -6 eggs -1/2 cup raisins -1/3 cup parsley -1 oz. chicken liver -Salt -Pepper -Breadcrumbs plain -Milk -Hot water

Ingredients: -2 quarts of fresh brewed tea -1 cup kosher salt -1 cup brown sugar -1/4 cup soy sauce -1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary -12-14 pound turkey Preparation: -Mix the first five ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil. -Remove from heat and add enough ice to completely cool mixture. -Once the mixture is cool, place the brine and turkey in a container large enough to completely submerge the turkey (weigh turkey down with plates if needed). -Place the container in the refrigerator overnight. -In the morning, remove the turkey from the brine and pat off the excess liquids. -Roast turkey according to cooking instructions.

Here are The Berlin Citizen poll results from last week. We asked: What’s your favorite traditional Thanksgiving food? Turkey. 54% Stuffing. 15% Cranberry sauce. 0% Mashed potatoes/squash/yams. 15% Pumpkin pie. 15% This week’s poll question asks: Are you going shopping on Black Friday?

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Preparation: -In a bowl soak the chicken liver in milk (enough to cover the liver completely) for one hour. -Soak the raisins in a bowl with hot water (enough to cover them) for 30 minutes. -In a bowl, soak the breadcrumbs in milk (enough to cover the breadcrumbs). It has to get to a semi-thick consistency. -Soften the margarine and mix it with six egg yolks (save the egg whites). -After an hour has passed, drain the chicken liver and blend it in a food processor at coarse settings. -Drain the raisins. -In a large bowl combine the chopped liver, raisins, egg yolk and margarine blend mixture and the breadcrumbs. -Using a soft spatula, lightly combine everything so it is combined well. -Chop the parsley and add to mixture. -With a hand blender, beat the egg whites so they are stiff. -Using a spatula, gently fold it into the mixture. -Add salt and pepper to taste, about a tsp. each.

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Thursday, November 22, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen

Berlin student stars in film By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen

Berlin High School student Cameron Wilhelm, 17, is following his dream to become an actor. He will play one of the lead roles in the upcom- Wilhelm ing movie “The Apostle,” directed by Richard Doyle of Dreams from the Treehouse, LLC. Doyle said Wilhelm was very natural in front of the

camera, but Wilhelm tells a different story about his experience. Being a theater actor since the eighth grade, he said performing on stage has a different atmosphere in regards to direction. “While filming a movie, you can’t look at the camera and you have to be constantly aware where it is because if you make direct contact with it, it messes up the whole scene” Wilhelm said. “It was strange for me at first. Also with dialogue between characters in a scene. You can’t always talk to them normally like you would in

real life. You kind of have to move your face a certain way, so through the camera it looks like your talking to them, but in reality they could be in a different location.” The movie follows one boy’s journey to unraveling the mystery of possibly being the brother of Christ. The day Lucas (as a baby) was put into the care of a woman named Agnus (who lives on a farm), she was told by a voice that he is the second son of God. She raises Lucas with this belief. As a teenager, he ventures off the

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farm and befriends five kids in Iowa, one of them being Harley, Wilhelm’s character. “The whole thought process behind the script was, what if there was another Christ-like figure born and living in today’s age?” Doyle said. “A person similar to Christ but not Christ, rather his brother, growing up in this era who is prepar-

ing us for something epic that he doesn’t even know about because he has doubts himself.” Doyle said the film is the “fascination of taking Christ as a teenager” and setting him into today’s life. He said he did not want to film a “period piece with people in

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On Thanksgiving, I am very thankful for the food that our family provides for us. I am lucky to have my family healthy and living with me in a house together. I am also thankful for my fantastic friends and an awesome school with high-quality, incredible ideas for learning. My friends care for me and I help them. I am thankful to have the best of friends that you could ever imagine. I love my family and friends. I am lucky for them and the food we have. With that, that’s a real Thanksgiving to me. By Joshua Wood

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the sports I play. In addition, I know I can talk to them about anything. I’m also thankful for my amazing friends. They’re always there when I need them. They cheer my up when I’m angry or get hurt. I love having friends because they’re another shoulder to cry on. Those are the things that I am most thankful for. By Megan Degroff

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During this time of year, I am even more thankful for my wonderful family and friends. They’re always looking out for me. They never try to let me down or leave me out. If something terrible happens, they’re always there for me. If I get scared, they are there to tell me everything is going to be all right. When I get or do something wrong, they tell me I did an awesome job anyway. That’s why I am thankful for my kind family and amazing friends, today and everyday. By Rebecca Stanton

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Fifth grade students from Hubbard Elementary School wrote letters to The Berlin Citizen stating why they are thankful during the holidays. Below are some of the letters. To read all 41 letters, vitis The Berlin Citizen online.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, November 22, 2012

Film Continued from page 3 robes and scandals.” Rather, he wanted a parallel that was relatable to today’s generation. “Christ was born in a time without any global communication and no one knew who he was, except the people in the general area of Jerusalem,” he said. “Even after he died, it took hundreds of years for his phenomena to spread across the world. If somebody today said he was the son of God, news and reports of him would be able to spread instantaneously.” Most of the story is about

Lucas leaving the farm and bumping into these kids. “I mean, how do you handle meeting a kid that proclaims he is the son of God?” Doyle said. “Your initial reaction is ‘yea right’.” The character of Harley is the “thinker” of the group. Wilhelm said he relates to his character because he puts a lot of thought into the decisions he makes. “My character is the one that goes back and forth and is constantly thinking if this kid is really the son of God and if he is, what would that mean for me and for the world and how’s this going to play out,” he said. “A lot of his thoughts in the movie are what I would of thought and he handles situations almost

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Thursday, November 22, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen

Afternoon with Santa Santa Claus is scheduled to visit the New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., on Saturday, Dec. 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. The after-

noon offers holiday crafts, face painting, a choir and cookies and cocoa. A fee is charged. No registration is required. For more information, call (860) 827-9064 or visit newbritainyouthmuseum. org.

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Thursday, November 22, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen

Police search for suspect who robbed credit union By Richie Rathsack Special to The Citizen

Police are investigating a robbery at the UBI Credit Union on the Kensington Highway about 2 p.m. this afternoon. Police say a man entered the building at 40 Chamberlain Highway in the Kensington section of town, implied he had a weapon and fled on foot with an undetermined amount of cash. A police dog was brought in but attempts

to track the suspect were unsuccessful, police say. The suspect is described as a while male, about 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing about 225 pounds. He was wearing a blue knit cap, gray hooded sweatshirt and black sweatpants with a white stripe down the legs. Police say one was injured during the robbery. Anyone with information is asked to contact the detective bureau at (860) 828-7080.

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Fusco Continued from page 5 for that matter. I’ve never been worried when I’m with them. That is why I am unbelievably thankful for my friends and family. By Benjamin Lincoln What I am thankful for is my family because they care about me, watch over me and play with me. I am also thankful for my family because they support me when I play all my sports. I am thankful for my dad because we play football and basketball together. I am thankful for my mom because she plays Go Fish and sports with me. My brother and I play video games together. Spending time with my family is the most important thing in my life. I am so thankful for them everyday of the year. By Kyle Daley During this time of year I am thankful for my family and our health. Without my family I would not be able to

have the wonderful life I have. I would not have the strength and courage to overcome tough times. Everyday I come home seeing my mommy’s arms open for a hug. I am thankful that my family and I are all healthy. Last year my grandma was diagnosed with cancer. I love my grandma so much that I would not know what to do if I didn’t have her in my life. I realized that day that there is nothing more important than having a healthy family and having them help me through the days of my life. These are the things that I am most thankful for. By Demry Rose Gdovin I am thankful for my family. These last few days I have had the flu and my mother and father have been by my side the whole time. They have been making sure I have been eating well, they have been giving me medicine so my cough goes down,

and both have comforted me when I felt lousy. But when I am not sick, we have great times together. We laugh, go places together and enjoy being together. I am also thankful for being at Hubbard school for my last year with a great teacher. I will have many fun memories with her. She’s kind, patient and makes us laugh all the time. I’m thankful for having all of these wonderful people in my life. By Dylan Rowland I am thankful for my caring family and my awesome pets. If I didn’t have them, I would be lonely and would have nothing. I love my family because they let me play sports and other exciting activities. I also love my family because they buy me things that I enjoy. I am thankful for my kind fish because they are cute. They are interesting to watch when you feed them. Those are the things that I am most thankful for. By Nicholas Parzych

What I am thankful for is my family because they are always there for me when I need them. My awesome family is the thing that makes my life complete. If I did not have my caring family, I would not be who I am today. I would not be as joyful as I am. They mean everything to me. They are what makes my heart whole. I worship my family because they are the ones that make me strong. They’re the ones that help me through the day. That is what I am most thankful for. By Gianna Lanza One thing I am thankful for is my family because they are loving and awesome. My Aunt is caring and loving to me. My Uncle is funny and I know he cares about me, too. My Mom, Dad, cousins and my Grandma are always there for me and I know I can count on

them. They would always be there on my side, helping me and I will never forget them. I am so thankful that I have a wonderful family today and everyday. By Victoria Adler

I am thankful for many things, but mostly for my family because they buy me tasty food and wonderful clothes. They also pay for the house I live in and help me with my education. They love me a lot. Without my family I wouldn’t have a home or food. That is why I’m thankful for my family. No matter what, I will always love them. By Joshua Ryan Malcarne During my life the one thing that I am thankful for is my awesome family. My family is always there for me and I will never forget them. My spectacular family takes me places I want to go and we are always there for each other. We have fun, laugh and share hilarious

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Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Ave., has scheduled a service celebrating its 300 year anniversary for Sunday, Dec. 2, at 2:30 p.m. Pawel Jura is scheduled to perform “Faith of our Fathers,” his competition

commissioned to mark the church’s anniversary. The service will also include Brandon Norton on the trumpet, music director and organist Corbin Beisner, the Celebration Ringers and the church choir. A reception will follow the service. For more information, call (860) 828-4511.

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The Kensington Congregational Church has planned its 300th anniversary buffet dinner for Wednesday, Dec. 12, at the Shuttle Meadow Country Club. For more information and tickets, call the church office at (860) 8284511 by Dec. 5. Kensington Congregational Church offers a drop-in adult/child playgroup every Tuesday, from 9:30 to 11 a.m., in the Reeves Center, 185 Sheldon St. This is an unstructured time for children to meet and play. For more information, call (860) 828-4511.

Berlin Congregational The Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled Holiday High Tea for Saturday, Dec. 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. The

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Obituaries Bessie Shea

Salvatore Italia Salvatore Italia, 89, of Berlin, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012, at the Hospital of Central Connecticut sur-

rounded by his loving family. Salvatore was born on July 8, 1923, in Canicattini Bagni, Italy. He was the son of the late Sebastiano and Concetta Italia. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Antonina (Cannata) Italia. Salvatore was a barber. He owned and operated Sal’s Barber Shop in Hartford for 24 years, retiring in 1990. Salvatore was predeceased by his daughter, Maria Rosa Rossitto; his sisters, Maria Andolina, Paolina Lenares, Salvatrice Milluzzo, Giuseppina LaPira, and Anna Vasquez and his nephews, Sebastiano Lenares and Dr. Corrado Andolina. Salvatore was a loving father to his daughter Tina Campisi and son-in-law Giuseppe Campisi, of Berlin; his son-in -law Giuseppe Rossitto; and loving grandfather to his grandchildren Sandro Rossito, of Berlin, and Patti Burgio and her husband David Burgio, of Berlin. He is also surviving are his two great-grandchildren that were his sunshine and pride, Martina and Anthony Burgio, of Berlin. Salvatore had many nieces and nephews both in the United States and Italy. Services were held Nov. 15, 2012. at Erickson-Hansen Fu-

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Patricia A. Holigan Patricia A. Holigan, 79, of East Berlin, died Nov. 15, 2012. A lifelong East Berlin resident, she was the daughter of the late Thomas F. Holigan Sr. and Evangeline (Burgois) Holigan. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church in East Berlin. Patricia is survived by her brother, Thomas F. Holigan Jr. “Buddy,” of East Berlin. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, Maureen and Bob Cepalak, Kathy and John Wagner, Colleen Holigan, Thomas Holigan III, Chris and Joe Goldberg, Sue McKee, Michael and Kaila Riggott, Jim and Peggy Sylvester, Dave and Julie Sylvester, Mark Sylvester and Jane Shoplik, and Rob and Cathy Sylvester. In addition, she is survived by dozen of great nieces and nephews and

many dear friends who will miss her greatly. Patricia was predeceased by three sisters, Rita DeLowery, Katherine Sylvester, and Eileen Riggott; a sister-inlaw, Jessie Holigan; three brothers-in-law, Joseph Sylvester, John DeLowery and Roy Riggott. She was also predeceased by a nephew Timothy Riggott and a niece Joanne Holigan. Patricia was employed by and retired from Landers Ferry and Clark, Yankee Milk, and Allied Control. She loved cats, birds, music, movies, sports, and as an avid reader, she especially treasured her collection of books and her weekly trips to the library. Services were held Nov. 19, 2012, with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Paul Church. Burial followed in Wilcox Cemetery, East Berlin. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Patricia’s name to the East Berlin Public Library 80 Main St. East Berlin, CT 06023. To leave a condolence for Patricia please visit FarrellFuneralHome.com.

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band Scott Friedmann, of Berlin. She also has three granddaughters who were her pride and joy, Jennifer Shea, of Barkhamsted, and Taylor Friedmann and MacKenzie Friedmann, both of Berlin. Bessie’s wish was to be cremated and her ashes buried with her husband at Calverton Military Cemetery on Long Island. A memorial service was held Nov. 15, 2012 at Bethany Lutheran Church, Cromwell. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Girl Scouts of Connecticut (GSOFCT), 340 Washington Street, Hartford, CT 06106 or online at gsofct.org/support/individuals.php. New Britain Memorial/ Donald D. Sagarino Funeral home is serving the family. For additional information or to send a message to the family, please go to newbritainsagarino.com

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Safe food handling tips for holiday meals

Every year, approximately one in six Americans (or 48 million people) suffer from food-borne illness each year. According to the Connecticut Department of Public Health, holiday buffets, party trays or even a poorly stored turkey can be one of the culprits of disease. While food is an important part of families and friends coming together, the Central Connecticut Health District urges people to handle food safely. Preventing food-borne illness can be as simple as following four basic steps: clean, separate, cook and chill. The first step refers to hygiene; cleanliness is extremely important in preventing food-borne illness. All surfaces, cutting boards, utensils, and dishes should be washed often with hot, soapy water. Hands should

be washed for at least 20 seconds in hot water with soap before, during and after food preparation. This is especially important after preparing meat, poultry, eggs or seafood, and after using the bathroom, changing diapers and handling pets. The second step in preparing a safe holiday meal is to separate foods and utensils. Different clean plates, pans, boards and utensils should be used for raw and cooked meats, poultry and seafood products. Cooked foods should never be placed on an unwashed plate that previously held any raw products. Bacteria, parasites and other germs can contaminate hands, cutting boards, plates and utensils, and can transfer easily to any surface that is touched. Adequate cooking is necessary to avoid food poison-

ing. Many families serve a traditional turkey or poultry meal, while many families opt for less traditional meats, such as ham, pork, beef and wild game. Roasting is the recommended method for cooking most meats. To keep them tender and moist, slow roasting on a rack in a shallow pan at a moderate temperature of 325 degrees Fahrenheit is preferred. When foods are cooked at lower temperatures, it may not get warm enough to get out of the danger zone, which means bacteria may not have been killed and could multiply. Use a food thermometer to be sure the meat is sufficiently cooked. Generally, lean beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit, pork to between 160 degrees and 170 degrees Fahrenheit,

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fully cooked ham reheated to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, while uncooked hams need to reach 160 degrees Fahrenheit to kill bacteria. Turkey and poultry need to be cooked to an internal temperature of 180 degrees Fahrenheit. Always keep in mind that boned and rolled meats require more cooking time per pound than bone-in meats. If meat is frozen, remember to thaw it in the refrigerator or submerge it in a deep sink of cold water (still in its original wrapper), changing the water every 30 minutes to keep it cold. Whether preparing or serving food, an important rule to follow is, keep hot foods hot (over 140 degrees Fahrenheit) and cold foods cold (below 40 degrees Fahrenheit). If the meal will be served buffet style, use chafing dishes, slow cookers and warming trays to keep food warm, and place cold foods in serving pieces that are surrounded by ice. Also, pay attention to the time; foods should not sit at room temperature for more than two hours. Once the meal has been safely prepared and served,

the final step in ensuring food safety is to chill. During the food preparation process, fresh produce needs to be refrigerated within two hours of peeling or cutting. When the meal is over, be sure to wrap and store leftover foods in the refrigerator right away. Divide cooked foods into shallow containers to store in order to encourage rapid, even cooling. When it’s time to eat those leftovers, keep in mind that stuffing and gravy can be refrigerated safely for two days and cooked turkey and vegetables can be stored in the refrigerator for 4 days (or frozen for storage up to 4 to 6 months). Always remember to reheat meat to 165 degrees Fahrenheit. If food is not refrigerated within the safe time limits, it should be discarded. By employing safe food handling practices, families and friends can enjoy the holidays together without being concerned about foodborne illness. And remember, when in doubt, throw it out. Submitted by Lori DiPietro, health educator, Central Connecticut Health District

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Thursday, November 22, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen

Scouts Troop 44 celebrates 60th anniversary

Battleship Cove

Berlin Boy Scout Troop 44 has scheduled a celebration of its 60th anniversary for Saturday, Dec. 8, at 3 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church. All current and past members, parents, and leaders are invited to attend. The event features a slideshow of the troop’s trip to South Dakota, as well as an opportunity for past and current members of the troop to share favorite scouting experiences. Refreshments will be served. The troop is looking for old Eagle books, photos, uniforms, or other memorabilia to share at the celebration. For more information and to RSVP, call Scoutmaster D.J. Vandrilla at (860) 828-8758 or David.Vandrilla.2007@trincoll.edu.

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Pack 41 of Griswold Elementary School recently visited Battleship Cove in Fall River, Massachusetts, to explore the world’s largest collection of historical naval ships. After touring the battleship Mass., destroyer Joseph P. Kennedy Jr., submarine Lionfish, PT boats 617 and 796 and the Russian missile corvette Hiddensee, the scouts, their parents and adult leaders spent the night on board the battleship Massachusetts. Members attending were Michael Fitzsimmons, Andrew Stribling, Kevin Brockel, William Watson, A.J. Argazzi, Ryan Brockel, Tyler Barber, Christian Nowojczyk, Ryan Cyr, Evan Roccapriore, Robert Turcotte, Robert Zajkowski, Dylan Brockel, Ian Wilhelm, Michael Bober, Ryan Markey. Not pictured, Matthew Krajewski and Jacob Derewonko.

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Berlin Cub Scout Packs united for family camping at Camp Tadma, of the Mark Greer Scout Reservation, in Bozrah recently. Approximately 200 people participated in the event with 80 scouts earning awards and participating in BB gun, archery, fishing, kick ball, ultimate Frisbee, hiking and bouldering. Webelos earned awards for outdoorsman and forestry. Cub Scout Packs that participated were Pack 41 of Griswold Elementary School, Pack 5 of Willard Elementary School, Pack 13 of St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church (Hubbard Elementary School) and Pack 4 of St. Paul School.

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Craft class - Tuesday, Nov. 27, at 1 p.m. Create a holiday wreath. Class is limited to eight people. No charge. Sign up at the Senior Center.

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The Berlin Visiting Nurse Association and Central Connecticut Health Center offer monthly health clinics at the Senior Center. The clinics are free of charge and no appointments are necessary. The schedule for November is as follows: Tuesday, Nov. 27 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12:45 to

1:45 p.m. Blood pressure screening. For more information, call the Berlin VNA at (860) 8287030.

Senior trips Dec. 5 to 7 - Christmas in Chocolate Town and Bethlehem. Dec. 6 - Christmas lights. Jan. 8 to 10 - UConn Huskies vs. Georgetown in Washington, D.C. Jan. 17 to 18 - Mohegan Sun. Feb. 21 - CT Flower and Garden Show.

AARP trips The Berlin AARP has scheduled the following trips. For information or to make reservations, call Phyllis Fecteau at (860) 828-4934. Dec.12 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A Victorian Christmas at the Williams Inn in the Berkshires. Holiday cabaret style show, followed by buffet and entertainment.

Senior bowlers welcome All senior citizens are welcome to participate in senior bowling, held every Friday at 9 a.m. at the Berlin Bowling Center, 1782 Wilbur Cross Highway. This is not a league; participants can bowl whenever they can. Free coffee and shoe rental. A small fee is charged. For more information, call the Berlin Bowling Center at (860) 828-4131 or email Avis at avis157@comcast.net.

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Gluten Free 101

The Central Connecticut Celiac Group has scheduled Gluten Free 101 for Tuesday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m., at the Community Center. (The Monday, Nov. 26, meeting has been cancelled.) Ideas for gluten free Hanukkah and Christmas will be discussed. All persons with celiac disease and their families and friends are welcome. Gain information and alleviate the stress of living with the disease. For more information and to register, call Carm at (860) 426-1980 or Nancy at (203) 634-0530.

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Diabetic Foot Care Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Presented by Kathy Wietrak. Meriden Senior Center, 26 West Main St. Free. Registration is required. For more information and to register, call (203) 237-0300. Lunch & Learn! Healthy

Eating with Diabetes: What It Is and What It’s Not - Wednesday, Nov. 28, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Presented by Kathy Wietrak. Ashlat Village, Cheshire Road, Wallingford. Registration is required. Free. For more information and to register, call (203) 679-6017.

The Hospital of Central Connecticut Support groups Support groups meet at the New Britain General campus, 100 Grand St. For more information, call the contact number for each group. Breast Cancer Support Group - First and third Wednesday of each month, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Radiation Oncology treatment center, waiting room. For people newly diagnosed or in active treatment for breast cancer. Free parking in front of building. (860) 224-5900, ext. 6307.

Gyn Cancer Support Group - Second Monday of each month, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Dining Room B. For women with all types of gyn cancer. Facilitated by Maureen Bracco, APRN, and ovarian cancer survivor/advocate Cheryl Holmes. Parking in Quigley Garage validated. (860) 224-5299. Living with Cancer Support Group - Third Wednesday of each month (no meeting in November), 5:30 to 7 p.m., Lecture Room 1.Facilitated by Diane DeFronzo,

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Nutrition class The Hospital of Central Connecticut has scheduled free classes on nutrition during cancer treatment for the third Thursday of each month, from 4 to 5 p.m., at the New Britain General campus. Registered Dietitian May Harter, M.S., R.D., CD-N, is

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, November 22, 2012 Sara Suranna’s fifth grade class

Why I am thankful

I am thankful for my family. Having a family that cares for me means a lot to me because it makes me feel like I have somebody to say I love you to. If I didn’t have a family I wouldn’t have anybody to talk to, love or laugh with. Remember, you can’t buy family. They are always there for me when I’m in a life crisis. At the end of the day, we all love each other and we are thankful for each other. By Jack Carroll

I am thankful for my big home. My home lets me be

safe and sound inside where my family loves me. In my home I have my family that helps me out and supports me with every special occasion, and that makes me feel special. I feel special because my mom and dad can afford food, clothes, and most of all, my home. If I didn’t have a mom or a dad that can pay the bills, this second I would probably be outside in the cold. This is why my house and my home make a humongous difference in my life. By Stephanie Boice

I am thankful for my family. Without them I wouldn’t be who I am today. They have given me a nice home over my head, warm great food on my plate and comfortable cloths to wear. They are loyal, funny, sweet and loving. My family is there for me when I’m upset, hurt or not feeling well. I know I can count on them. By Sarah Clement I am thankful for my family. My family supports me and cares how I am doing and how I am feeling. They also care that I have a roof over my head at all times. My family supports me by paying for me to be on the Plainville Tiger Sharks

Swim Team. They also support me by putting money in my lunch account to buy lunch, snacks and breakfast for when I need them. By Sal Cultrera I am thankful for my mom because she is always there for me when I need help or advice for problems. Another reason is that she makes me laugh when I am sad or have a bad day. When I am sick she helps me get better so I can be healthy. I am also thankful for my dog Glady. My mom has taught me how to take care of things like my dog. I get her fresh water every day. These are just a couple things I am thankful for. By Hollie David

I am thankful for the life I’ve been given. In my life, I’m thankful for friends, family and my home. If I wasn’t born when I was, I wouldn’t have the friends I have or the life I have. Friends, family and pets are something you can’t put a price tag on. I love to spend time with my family and friends. Holidays are fun and joyful, especially Thanksgiving when I spend them with family. By Xander M. DeVoe

I am thankful for my family. My family provides me with food and a home. They also support me by doing new things with me. If I did-

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The Berlin Citizen Thursday, November 22, 2012

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Love it or hate it, the 50-point rule lives on By Bryant Carpenter Special to The Citizen

Long debated, long argued, the CIAC’s 50-point rule has been part of Connecticut’s football fabric since 2006. As it comes back through the spin cycle here in 2012, a reminder is served that as unfashionable as it may be it’s not likely to be moth-balled any time soon. Oct. 20, Norwich Free Academy beat Stamford 51-0. Two days later, NFA announced head coach Jemal Davis would serve a self-imposed one-game suspension. That’s the simple letter of the rule. Win by more than 50 and the head coach sits the next game. But the letter of the rule also allows for appeal, and the spirit of the rule opens the door of subjectivity even wider: Did the coach do all he could to manage the score? What’s the opinion of the losing coach? Consider that just one week before NFA-Stamford, Barlow-Redding beat Immaculate-Danbury 56-0. The CIAC didn’t suspend Barlow coach Rob Tynan nor was it expected to after Immaculate coach Tom Taylor made it clear he believed Tynan

handled the situation responsibly. In stark contrast, Stamford coach Bryan Hocter, who had declined an offer to put the game on running time earlier in the fourth quarter, made his displeasure clear. “I thought it was a little classless on his part to do that,” Hocter told the New London Day after an early fourth-quarter TD scored by NFA’s starting running back and then a blocked punt with 3:25 to go turned a 42-0 NFA romp into the 51-0 rulebreaker. “You can’t embarrass a team. I thought (Davis) was trying to embarrass us.” Much is in the eye of the beholder on the other sideline. And what of the CIAC? It’s not clear if Davis would have been suspended by the state’s governing body of high school sports. NFA made a pre-emptive move and the CIAC merely issued a terse statement saying it accepted the decision and no other action would be taken. The only other coach to net a 50point suspension, East Hartford’s Dan Lawrence in 2006, got rung up largely because his school didn’t appeal. In all, eight teams have beaten an opponent by more than 50 points since the rule was adopted. About 700 high school football games are

played in Connecticut during a typical 10-game regular season, so the 50-point era is nearly at the 5,000game mark. That’s a pretty good rate of nonreturn, as it were, which is exactly why the CIAC Football Committee has stuck with the rule. It apparently is working. “We discuss it literally every time we meet and the general consensus has been, if you look at the numbers, if you compare the number of games that were decided by extremely lopsided scores prior to the conception of the rule and since, it’s down a very large amount,” said Hand-Madison coach Steve Filippone, who sits on the board. “It’s significant, and I think what it did was remind coaches about what proper etiquette, so to speak, is toward an opponent.” Filippone added: “As coaches, our feeling has been, ‘OK, we’ve kind of learned our lessons; we needed it, we had a couple guys who were causing problems with lopsided scores, now we’re in a position where we don’t personally need it.’ But for the administrators and some of the other guys who are on the committee, they’re saying, ‘Wait a minute, this isn’t a failed experiment; this has gotten people to do

the right thing.’” By and large, that’s true. Games have gone on running time. Winning coaches have pulled starters before the fourth quarter, or at least pulled skill players, leaving first-string linemen in to protect the younger guys. At Platt, with struggling Rockville and Weaver on the schedule, head coach Jason Bruenn has been acutely aware of the 50-point ceiling. Up 48-0 at half last year on Rockville, Bruenn pulled his starters at halftime (They won 48-8.) He did the same this year against Weaver when Justin Potts returned the opening kickoff of the second half to put the Panthers up 47-0 (They won 47-6.) Late in that Weaver game, by the way, backup running back Tyzhan Leatherwood deliberately went out of bounds on a long run. Leatherwood had learned his 50-point lesson. Two weeks earlier, in Rockville, he returned a fumble 99 yards as time expired and as his coaches shouted for him to fall down. The touchdown made the final score Platt 50-0, one point shy of a violation. That quirk aside, Bruenn has successfully managed scores against

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Solid seasons

Left: The Berlin United U12 girls soccer team placed second in the Rocky Hill invitational tournament. Berlin had two wins and two ties at the two-day event. The United squad is pictured, front row, from left: Maya Patel, Kaleigh Lacasse, Caroline Daigle, Carly Urso, Madison Monroe, Melinda Knoph, Maxine Muscatello and Amanda Funari. Back row, from left: Talia Kelly, Lindsay Walsh, Jennifer Errico, Melanie Sullivan, Abby Wendehack, Bridget Mcquilan, Sara Giuliano, Emily Mazzatta, Alexa Monroe and Angela Perrelli. The team was coached by Dan Daigle, John Walsh and Frank Giuliano. Right: The Berlin Bombers U10 girls soccer team finished its fall season with a record of 9-1-1. The Bombers are pictured, from left: Sarah Perrotta, Shannon Flaherty, Jillian Santana, Jenna Zup, Carly Grega and Gina Scalaro. Back row, from left: Megan Perrotta, Ashley Wenzel, Taylor Edman, Kelly Kozlowski, Amanda Moss and Madeline Palmese. The team was coached by Rosanna Zup, Scot Wenzel and Jamie Palmese.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, November 22, 2012

Being a top-tier program not coach’s main objective By Ken Lipshez Special to The Citizen

Venerable head coach Bob Tarigo has had Berlin High volleyball among the better programs in central Connecticut for parts of four decades. The Redcoats ruled the old Northwest Conference in the 1990s. They failed to qualify for the CIAC tournaments just three times in 31 years,

the last coming in 2000 when an 8-10 record, which now brings qualification, was not good enough. But advancement in the tournament has been difficult, largely because Berlin has encountered teams from the state’s southern tier, who generally compete at a different level. This fall, the Redcoats, granted a first-round home game that goes with earning a higher seed in the Class M tournament, lost a close

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match to Lauralton Hall, a private girls school in Milford that competes in the South-West Conference against perennially strong programs like Bunnell-Stratford, undefeated Joel BarlowRedding and Weston, the second seed in ‘M.’ The Redcoats competed hard — to Tarigo’s satisfaction — but came up short, 3-2. Berlin teams also lost firstround tourney home games in 1999 (vs. Jonathan LawMilford), 2002 (Staples-Westport), 2003 (New Fairfield), 2004 (Wilton) and 2008 (St. Joseph-Trumbull). Never having won a state tournament, the Redcoats’

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Guernsey, and Coventry under the late Matt Hurlock, have soared to prominence in recent years. Meriden has long been a volleyball hotspot, particularly at Maloney where green banners honor 13 state champions. But volleyball has never taken root to that degree in Berlin. Since the same holds true in most CCC communities, the level of competition in the 32-school mega-conference isn’t as intense game in and game out as it is in the SWC and the Fairfield County Interscholastic Athletic Conference.

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deepest penetration in recent years came in 2006 when they advanced to the Class L semifinals with wins over Hillhouse and Torrington before bowing out against East Lyme at Newington High School. Locally, Southington has reached the sport’s highest level fueled by a middle school feeder system nurtured by coach Rich Heitz. At Farmington, Laura Arena still seeks her first state title, but reached the final in 2009 before losing to Darien, the state’s consummate powerhouse with 16 state titles since 1993. RHAM-Hebron under Tim

Big day for DeGroff at state meet Behind a stellar showing from freshman Olivia DeGroff, the Berlin High School girls swim team compiled 284 points and finished seventh at the CIAC Class M state

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the 200 medley relay team to a third-place finish (1:55.15). That performance earned the foursome a spot in the State Open. Joining DeGroff in the relay were senior Amanda Martino, sophomore Kelsey Kozikowski and freshman Emily DeVivo. Kozikowski shined in individual events as well. She was fifth in the 100 butterfly (1:01.40) and ninth in the 50 freestyle (25.45). Her butterfly time got her to the Open. Berlin’s only other top 10 finish at Wesleyan was registered by DeVivo, who placed 10th in the 100 backstroke (1:03.54). The Class S diving competition was held Nov. 9 at Plainville High. Berlin’s Leah Pawelczyk, a senior, finished fifth with a score of 294.60. Also representing the Lady Redcoats in the postseason were Joanna Wojtun, Katherine Burek, Holly Chirico, Kayla Cervoni and Arian Silas. Branford earned 694 points and walked away with the Class S team title. At the State Open, held Saturday at Yale University, Berlin’s 200 medley team, which included Wojtun this time, placed 15th (1:56.25). Kozikowski was 23rd in the 100 butterfly (1:02.06).

Thursday, November 22, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen The Bulkeley defense, meanwhile, was still kneeling 15 yards downfield. So on the third down Zito had his quarterback run along the line of scrimmage, sideline to sideline. That play, too, was blown dead. Maloney punted, the Bulldogs got the ball back and did their best to punch in another touchdown. “I’ve never seen anything like it,” said Zito, who is in his 37th season of coaching. “I’ve seen teams take a knee and the other team not get on the ball, but for the other team to line up that far downfield, that’s a new one.” The bizarre sequence tears at the integrity of the sport, which 50-point critics

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have long said is the fundamental problem with the rule. How do you tell players not to try, to fall down, to not compete? It flies in the face of everything you teach them. “I know that there are a lot of coaches who would like to see it gone, for obvious reasons,” said Zito. “The reason behind it: He’s not coaching anymore. I’ve never seen a coach deliberately try to embarrass another team and I’ve coached in a lot of games.” One coach who will attest to the prevailing sportsmanship of most coaches is Rob Marone. In his first year at

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Tree Lighting - Raising Berlin, Inc., with the Parks and Recreation Department, has scheduled the 4th annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony for Saturday, Nov. 24, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Veterans Park. The event features a snowboarding exhibition, bake sale, ice sculpture demonstration and the Kensington Santa Express fire engine. Music by McGee School Sound Express is planned. Free hot cocoa. Donations of an unwrapped stocking stuffer to benefit the Berlin community will be accepted. For more information, email RaisingBerlin@comcast.net. Historical Society Berlin Historical Society

Museum, 305 Main St., is open Saturdays, from 1 to 4 p.m. New exhibits include Berlin’s participation in the Civil War and a display case full of playthings from the 1930s. Permanent displays include an extensive collection of tin, bricks and more. Admission is free. Craft show – American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, has scheduled a craft show and bake sale for Saturday, Nov. 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

November is Adopt-A-Senior-Cat Month. Senior cats have experience being in a home, so they come with household etiquette and if not, their longer attention spans make them quick learners. Cats can live into their 20s without proper care. So owners should have a plan for pets so they do not end up at shelters. A written agreement or a trust will ensure that a pet will be cared for in the event of a disability or death. Manhattan is a lovely, calico, Maine Coon mix. She is 8-years-old and is affectionate. Duffy is a loving, 12-year-old Russian Blue mix. They are both eager to be in a home again. For more information, call (860) 828-5287. View all of the adoptable pets at fobac.org.

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Pasta supper - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, serves pasta suppers every Tuesday, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. No reservations are required. The public is welcome. A fee is charged. For more information, call (860) 828-9102 after 5 p.m. Playgroup - Kensington

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Boy Scout Troop 44 Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays, at 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church. For information, call the troop committee chair at (860) 829-1832.

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For more information, call Scoutmaster KC Jones at (860) 829-1148 or email jones327@comcast.net. Boy Scouts – Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays, from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m., at the Community Center. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255.

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Continued from page 23 Lyman Hall, where he inherited a very young team, Marone’s club has seen more than one game that was a blowout by halftime - Notre Dame 49-0, Guilford 56-0, Foran 37-0, Shelton 42-0. Not one of those games went afoul of the 50-point rule. Lyman Hall’s opponents substituted liberally and went with conservative offenses. “We haven’t been in any situation this year where anyone was throwing the ball on us when they were up

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Fusco Continued from page 11 memories that will never be forgotten. Without my family I wouldn’t be the same person. I will never love anybody more than I love them. By Taylor Edman I’m so thankful for many things in my life but what I am most thankful for

Suranna Continued from page 20 n’t have them as my family I wouldn’t be who I am right now and I would be a different person. I am also thankful for when my family are not around I go to my friend Jayden’s house and he makes me feel like I’m home and he seems like part of my family and he also makes me feel good and safe. By Luca Domenico Dimichele I am thankful for my family. They are really nice to me and make my meals. We do a lot of fun activities together. They always get me toys. They are a really caring family and help me out with all my problems I have. They also sit by me and give me medicine when I am sick. Without my family my whole life would be miserable. By Nino Fazzina I am thankful for my family. My mom and dad make sure that I have a roof over my head. They also support me in sports and school. They’re support allows me to try new things and teaches me to never give up. By Callie Gendron I am thankful for my family. They are always there for me. My family helps me by paying for extra programs like soccer. They give up their free time to be at my games. Without family, sports would be nothing to me. I am able to make friends and have a healthy competition. I’m able to stay active and not get bored. This keeps me fit. It allows me to spend time outside, hang out with my team and have family supporting me at games. If I did not have family I would be unhealthy and sad. By Anthony Giove I am thankful for schools for learning. Without schools children wouldn’t have the social skills to make new friends. If kids and teenagers didn’t have a teacher or adult to teach them how to think, kids wouldn’t get into the college of their dreams. I think schools

is my family and my splendid pets. I’m so thankful for my family because they give me excellent support. I’m also thankful my family because I wouldn’t be here without them. They also spend money so I can play my sports, like basketball and baseball. I love my family so much. I’m thankful for my pets because I have some thing to do when I’m bored, they’re so amusing to watch and play with. By Christopher Gendron

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YAMAHA YZ250F 2006 $2700 Very Good Condition Needs Nothing. New Top /Bottom End, Pro Circuit Pipe, ASV Levers, Renthal Sprocket/Chain, New Air Filter & More. 860-620-3125

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, November 22, 2012

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ELECTRICAL SERVICE

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HANDYPERSONS

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HOME DOCTOR We do all types of repairs from small to building homes. plumbing, electrical, painting. Reg # 573358. Call (203) 715-8850

MGW HOME IMPROVEMENT Kitchens & Baths, Painting, Windows/Doors, Interior Remodeling, Gutters, Drywall, Decks/Porches & Basements Call MGW! CT Reg #631942 203 886-8029

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203-237-2122 FENCING

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

HOME Improvement Contractor Interior/Exterior Painting, Siding, Roofing, Decking, Flooring, Remodeling, Powerwashing and General Repair. Call John (860) 690-2855 CT# 0581478

MGW HOME IMPROVEMENT Kitchens & Baths, Painting, Windows/Doors, Interior Remodeling, Gutters, Drywall, Decks/Porches & Basements Call MGW! CT Reg #631942 203 213-4567

GUTTERS HOUSE CLEANING FALL & STORM CLEAN-UP/ GUTTER GUARDS/ GUTTER CLEANING Includes Free Minor Repairs. A-Z Home Repairs. Best Service Call Eric 860-751-9297

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Over 25 years experience. Call today for free estimates. Call 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

HIGH QUALITY HOME CLEANING SERVICE Many years in business, fully insured, references available. 25% Off first cleaning. Call for free estimate Clean My Space, LLC 860-539-8725

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 insured. Call Renata 860 538-7963 or email roniowa@wp.pl POLISH/ENGLISH Speaking woman to clean house w/care. 3rd cleaning 50% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. 860-538-4885

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JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! We remove Furniture, Appliances, And Entire contents of: Homes*Sheds* Estates* Attics, Basements *Garages, & more. **Fall Yard Clean-ups.** FREE ESTIMATES*LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

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SIDING

TREE SERVICES

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LANDSCAPING

FALL CLEAN-UP Lawn Installations Curbside pick-up, Tree & Brush Removal. No job too big or small. 203-530-4447 GARY Wodatch Landscape Svs. Hedge/tree trim., trimming over grown properties. Est 1985. All calls returned. #0620397. Office 203-235-7723 cell 860-558-5430

ROOFING, Siding, Decks, Gutters Lifetime Warranties Available Accepting all credit cards. CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

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ROOFING

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IF YOU MENTION THIS AD Leaf Blowing & Removal Fall Yard Clean-Ups Brush, Branches, Leaves STORM DAMAGE

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SERVICES OFFERED

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

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FALL & STORM CLEAN-UP/ GUTTER GUARDS/ GUTTER CLEANING Includes Free Minor Repairs. A-Z Home Repairs. Best Service Call Eric 860-751-9297

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PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING

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C&M CONSTRUCTION

T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC

LANDSCAPING

JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLC We specialize in Pruning, Fall Cleanups, Gutter Cleaning, Snow Removal. Comm/Res. Free est. Lic & ins. Give us a Call 203-213-6528 #616311

A-1 HANDYMANPLUS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service

JUNK REMOVAL

ARTIC SNOW REMOVAL Snow Blowers or Plow. Commercial/Residential Insured. Meriden/Wallingford Reg # 573358. Call (203) 715-8850 DRIVEWAYS & Walkways Done w/ Snow Blowers. Clean & Neat Job. Call for price 203-687-3175

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Thursday, November 22, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

CINDY’S Weekly Sale Event

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

ALL CASH

11/14- 11/20

For Military Items

20% Off

203-238-3308

Home Accessories (cannot be combined with any other offer)

Cindy’s Unique Shop CONSIGNMENT 32 North Colony St., Wallingford (203) 269-9341 Two levels, 1800 SF of Consigned Home decor & Furnishings 30 Day Layaways Available $5 Off a purchase of $25 or more $10 off a purchase of $100 or more Check us out on Facebook Ample Free Parking in Our Lot Free Gift w/$15 or more purchase Mon-Fri 9:30-5, Sat 10-5, Sun 10-2 DINING Room Table with 3 leaf attachments & 5 chairs. Cherry wood finish. $200 OBO Call in the evening 203-235-8636 FULL DARK PINE 4pc. Bedroom Set, Headboard, Dresser and Mirror, Men’s Chest, Night stand. Excellent Condition, $600. 203-265-1836

CASH FOR MILITARY ITEMS 203-237-6575 SWIMMING POOLS & SPAS JACUZZI Hot Tub, 7 seater, Warranty, New Motor, $3000 neg. Serious Inquiries Only. Buyer responsible for move. Call 203-213-5993

WANTED TO BUY 1, 2 OR 3 ITEMS OR AN ESTATE

$$$ CA$H $$$

203-237-3025 KITCHEN TABLE Dark Maple with Four chairs. Brand New. From Pilgrim Furniture. $350 firm. Call 203-440-9723 MATTRESS SET: Queen pillow top mattress and foundation NEW in plastic. Must sell! $150. Call/Text Jim 860-709-7667

TWO ANTIQUE HUTCHES One is cherry with 3 glass shelves $350. One is solid oak with four oak shelves. $400 or best offer. Call 203-440-9723

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE $1000 POOL TABLE- Bought in March 2012. Brand New - Ten Hours of Play. All Accessories, Two Sets of Balls. $400 Takes It - Plus Removal. 203 235-0034 23 DETERMINED People Needed TO LOSE 5-100 POUNDS! DR. RECOMMENDED! GUARANTEED! (203) 715-2779 KIRBY VACUUM CLEANER Brand New Condition With all accessories Used approx 3 times $1,600. Call (203) 237-3501 LEATHER Sofa & Loveseat. Both with Recliners. Dining Room Set w/6 Chairs, Hutch & Dry Bar. Drill Press, 10” Table Saw w/ Vacuum & Blades. Mahogany Desk & Chair. Dressing Table & Chair. 2 Ladders - One 20’ and One 6’. Call (860) 828-1654 VINTAGE Mickey Mouse Phone $55. Vintage Bugs Bunny Phone $45 Can see at PAST TO PRESENT RESALE SHOP 28 EDEN AVE., SOUTHINGTON 860-426-1714

WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT 100% SEASONED Hardwood Cut, Split and Delivered. $200/cord; $125/half cord. Pick Up Available 203-294-1775 www.lavignestreeservicellc.com 1A CLEANEST Seasoned Firewood in state! $210 Full cord delivered. Discounts over 2 & picked up. Mike (203) 631-2211

Estate sale service. Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings, Meriden-made items, toys, lamps. 2ND Generation buys old Christmas items, Valentines, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Dept 56 collectibles, Napier & costume jewelry, estates. 203-639-1002 Always Buying All Contents of Estates. Antique, old toys & collectibles. furniture, costume jewelry, etc. Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 S. Orchard St. Wallingford. 203-379-8731 or 203-284-3786 Open Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Amps, Musical Instruments, Guitars, Radios, Ham Equipment, CB, HiFi, Audio Equipment. 860-707-9350

ALWAYS Buying Handtools, Old, used, and antique handtools. Carpentry, Machinist, Engraving and Workbench tools. If you have old or used tools that are no longer being used, call with confidence. Fair & friendly offers. Please call Cory 860-322-4367

DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate.

203-235-8431 WANTED By Private Collector Bradley & Hubbard, Parker and Miller Parlor Heaters and Oil Lamps, Also Angle Lamps & Parts. Call 203-537-3941

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS

Music By Roberta Performance & Instruction. Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome. Piano Lessons Beginner to Intermediate. (203) 630-9295

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS OUT of work counselor offering guitar lessons to beginners in your home. Call Stephen for appt. 203 228 2606

HOUSES FOR RENT KENSINGTON 131 Main Street 5 Room, 2 BR Ranch. Lg Kitchen w/Dining Area. Lg LR w/FP. 2 Car Garage. Very Prvt, No pets. $1300. 860-306-0147 MERIDEN 2 BR House for Rent Large Sunporch, Large Yard $1200 Per Month (860) 828-0754 MERIDEN East Side 3 BR House For Rent. 1//2 Acre. No pets. Available Jan 1st. 203 631-5848

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN - 3BR & 4BR Section 8 Approved Apartments First Floor. 1 mo. security + 1 month rent. References, No Pets, No Smoking. 203 464-6273

MERIDEN-CROWN STREET 2BR Apt $750 3BR $850 No utilities incl. Security Required. Section 8 Approved. Available immediately! 203-815-5399

MERIDEN - Cook Avenue 3BR Remodeled 3rd Fl. New carpet, New Paint. Off-Street Parking. Section 8 Approved. $1000/mo + sec. Utils incld. 203-265-4664

MERIDEN. 1 BR, heat included, $825. 3 Bedroom Apt. Eat-In Kitchen. Big Living Rm. Oil Heat. $1050. 9 Guiel Place. Call 203-376-2160 or 203-213-6175

MERIDEN -1-2 BR Hubbard Park Central Air/Heat. 775 West Main Street. $745-$995/mo. + utils. No pets. Call Niki 203 992-5605 or Steve 203 721-5215

MERIDEN. 3 BR, 1st flr in 2 family house. $950/mo. Newly remodeled. No pets. Avail now. 203-500-9080 or 203-500-9090

MERIDEN -WALLINGFORD LINE Large 2 BR Luxury Condo. Laundry. No pets. $900 + utilities Call 203-245-9493

MERIDEN East Side. 3 Plus BR, 2 BA Full Finished Basement, Rec. RM, HW Flrs Thru Out, FP, DR, LR. Pets Negotiable. $1500/mo. Call 203-903-6613

Heat & HW incl. Off St. Parking. Starting at $595 203-639-8751

MIDDLEFIELD Water front (lake front) Small 1 BR, Deck, Dock, Pets Negotiable. Available Dec 1st. Call 860-214-1691

MERIDEN 1 Br Apts. Hdwd Flrs. Stove & Refrigerator. Off Street Parking, Laundry Room. Clean & Safe. Fresh Paint. Starting at $575. Call Jonah 203-430-0340

CONDOMINIUMS FOR RENT

MERIDEN 1 BR Nice unit facing pool. Appliances, AC in LR and laundry & storage on site. Rent includes Heat & HW. No pets. $810/mo. (203) 264-2555 MERIDEN, East Side 3BR Townhouse, Gar, No pets. 1st & 2nd mo. rent & 1 mo. sec. $1,385/mo. Call 203-235-6191 SOUTHINGTON Town House, Gettysbury Village. 2BR 1 1/2 BA, W/D Hookup, Remodeled, No Pets $990 Call 860-276-1114

APARTMENTS FOR RENT CHESHIRE - 4 Rooms Appliances, 1 Level, Deck. No Pets. Convenient to 691 & 84. $1225/Month. Includes Heat & Garage. Call 203-393-1117

Flanders West Apts Southington

Studio & 1 Bedroom Apts Affordable Housing for qualified applicants 50 yrs of age or older. Amenities Include: Computer Learning Center, TV/ Games Lounge, Laundry Facilities, Off Street Parking, Free Bus Service to local shopping ctrs. On site: Resident Serv. Coord. Small Pets Accepted Please call 860-621-3954 for information. TTY: 711

HOMES SWEET HOMES OFFERS: Meriden 1 BR, recently renovated. From $695. Includes h & hw. plus sec. Avail immed. Call 203-8868808.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

MERIDEN

1 BR & Studios Available

MERIDEN 1 BR, Lg clean rooms Appls. Freshly painted. New carpeting. Off st. parking. Includes electric, Heat & HW. No smoking/pets. $800/mo. 203 444-5722

MERIDEN 1BR Stove & Refrigerator, Heat & Hot Water incl. Lease, Sec & Refs. 203- 239-7657 or 203-314-7300 MERIDEN 2 BR, 2nd Floor. Prescott Street. Hardwood floors. Private laundry & deck. No pets. Security deposit. $850. (203) 715-1965

MERIDEN. 3 BR, 2nd flr, FR, DR, kit, pantry, stove & refrig, w/d hookups, gas, sec 8 approved. Avail 11/15. 63 No. 1st St. $1025/mo + sec. 203-284-5843

WALLINGFORD 2BR 1st Flr Quiet Area. Lrg Kitch. Off St. Park. W/D Hookup, Exec. Credit + 2 mnths sec. $875 per mnth. Call 203-272-8108

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MERIDEN-Well maintained ranch on a quiet st. This home features 6 rooms, 3BRs, kitchen, LR & DR. 1.5 Bas, 2 fireplaces plus 1 car gar set on a nice lot. $155,900. Call Sue Farone for details 203-265-5618

MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Includes Heat, HW, Elec, Kit Priv. East Side. Off-st park. $125/wk. + sec. Call 12-8pm 203-630-3823 or www.Meridenrooms.com

MERIDEN Crown Village 2 BR Just renovated. Heat & Hot Water included. Pool access. $925 per month plus security. L & E Prop Mgmt 203-886-8808.

MERIDEN Room For Rent, All Util, Share Kitchen, Bath & LR. Washer & Dryer, Off Street Parking. $125 Per Week. 2 Weeks Security. $50 key deposit. 203 605-8591

MERIDEN Crown Village 2 BR Just renovated. Heat & Hot Water included. Pool access. $925 per month plus security. L & E Prop Mgmt 203-886-8808.

Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Sat. TV. Short Stay/ Daily/Wkly On Bus Line. 203-239-5333

NORTH HAVEN

WANTED TO RENT

MERIDEN- A Must see! Spacious 4BR, 2nd flr duplex. Eat in kitchen, hdwd flrs, 3 BRs on 2nd flr. $1175. ALSO Spacious 2 or 3 BR Apt, 1st Fl. All Hardwood Flrs. $950. 203-996-9810

Contact HCM @ 203-634-8427 WALLINGFORD. $299,900 Charming 2 fam. Offers poss. of becoming a 3. All new windows, 3 new furn. & water heaters, bath & kit updates, high ceilings, porches, paved drive w/ off st parking. Call Nicky Waltzer 203-265-5618

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

MER. Furnished Apts. East Side Incl Heat, HW, Elec. 1 BR, 1st Fl, $845/mo+sec. 1BR, 2nd Fl $801 /mo+sec. 203-630-3823 12pm8pm or Meridenrooms.com

MERIDEN-2 BR, 2ba, Utilities, heat, gas, $995/mo. No pets. Chris 203-238-9411

MERIDEN - 1st Flr, 2BR, Kitch, LR, DR, BA, Fire place. Recently Remodeled. $1,100/mo. Ready to move in. 203-886-6977 & 203237-9500

MERIDEN-3-4 BR 2 floor unit. Nice, big apartment. Off street parking. Available December 1. $1,250 per month. Call 203-440-1003

living & kit. water incl. No laundry. 19 Gold St

Record-Journal is looking for an independent contractor to deliver open routes and make individual deliveries to other contractors and subscribers during the hours 4:30am - 10:30am five days a week. Reliable vehicle and cell phone needed. Knowledge of Meriden, Wallingford, Southington, Cheshire areas helpful. May lead to permanent position. Call or email Robin at (203) 317-2441 or resposito@ record-journal.com

WALLINGFORD. $109,900 Neat as a pin! 2 Spacious bedrooms, remodeled kitchen and baths, finished lower level. Easy access to major highways. Call Nicky Waltzer at 203-265-5618

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE MERIDEN/WALLINGFORD B R A N D N E W D E L U X E 2B R I N U P S CA L E P A R K . A L L A P P L I AN C E S , C E N T R AL A IR , 9 0 % FINANCE AVAILABLE $59,900 CALL 203-799-7731

MERIDEN. $185,000. Short sale! Big Ranch on nearly a half acre. 3 or 4 bdrms, 4 wood burning stoves. Gourmet kitchen, big glass enclosed sunroom, deck, & garage ready for your growing family. Call now! Brian (203) 235-3300

GROUP HOME MANAGER For Human Services in Hamden /North Haven Area. Previous experience required. Room for growth. Send resume to: dsterling@ communitysocialintegration.com Fax: 203-407-1625

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

HELP WANTED

HOMES SWEET HOMES OFFERS: Meriden 1 BR, recently renovated. From $695. Includes h & hw. plus sec. Avail immed. Call 203-8868808.

S E E KI NG BE T T E R P AY O R CAREER OPPORTUNITY? 1.. Call HR Dept 860 884-6861 2. Email resume or contact info ustechrecruits@gmail.com

GENERAL LABOR Meriden area co. seeking laborers. Must pass Drug & Background Check.

WANTED House in quiet, residential Meriden area. 3 BR, 2 Baths, Gas Heat, with driveway. Finished Lower Level. Will pay $1375. Call 860 343-8496

HOUSES FOR SALE

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Retail/Sales (15) Customer Service (25) Entry Mgmt/Key Holder (10)

DRIVER Needed. Experienced in Snow Removal. Please Call Stephanie at (203) 269-0177.

ROOMS FOR RENT

MERIDEN Clean, Safe Room. 203-634-8084 Utilities & fridge included. Share kitchen/bath. $120 per week - plus security.

MERIDEN STUDIO Efficiency Apartment. Utilities Included. Security & Lease Required. $650 per month. (203) 235-6988

GET HIRED IT’S YOUR DAY!

SOUTHINGTON 1 BR Private, W/D Hook-up. 1st $725 m, Last and sec. 1 small pet N/S Off Road. 860-877-0412 WALLINGFORD 2BR 1st Floor $850 Per Month, No Pets Available Immediately. Call 203-284-0212

HELP WANTED

CSR-Sales

MERIDEN. West side. Clean 1 BR, heat, hw, electric. Hdwd flrs. $870/ mo plus sec. 12pm8pm, 203-630-3823 or www.meridenrooms.com

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Hennessy 29.99 750ML

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7.99

1.5L

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11.99

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Yellow Tail

750ML Chardonnay $11.99 Cabernet, Merlot $14.99

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17.99++

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9.99

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Majorska 80° $ 14.99

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Tanqueray $ 29.99

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Natural Ice/Light

14.99++

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Southern Comfort $ 26.99

Heineken/ Heineken Light

10.99++

20pk Btls.

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17.99++

Bud/ Bud Light

16.99++

24pk Cans

1.5L

PINOT NOIR 750ML

Almadon

5L Reserve Malbec, Pinot Noir

5L Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot

13.99

750ML Pinot Grigio

14.99

10.99

Ketel One 80° $ 39.99

Smirnoff 80° $ 21.99

Francis Coppola $17.99 Candoni

Chateau St. Michelle

750ML Pinot Grigio, Merlot

9.99

750ML Cabernet, Merlot $14.99 Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay $9.99

181

Ruffino Lumina

Oyster Bay

750ML Merlot

750ML Pinot Grigio

337 750ML Cabernet

11.99

9.99

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446

Voga

Kim Crabford

750ML Chardonnay

750ML Pinot Grigio

750ML Sauvignon Blanc

9.99

22.99

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Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Merlot, Old Vine, Zinfandel

13.99

11.99

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Sobieski $ 19.99

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Regular, Citron

Bacardi

Captain Morgan’s

Raz, Big Apple, Grand Melon, Limon, Peach

Original spiced rum

Parrot Bay

28.99

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Whiskey 1.75L Bud/ Bud Light

16.99++

24pk Btls.

Canadian Club $ 19.99

Coors Light

19.99++

Miller Light

12.99++

12pk Btls.

30pk Cans

9.99

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39.99 12.99 11.99

8.99

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19.99 19.99

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VODKA

Seagram’s VO $ 21.99

Mike’s Lemonade

Johnnie Walker Red $ 34.99

750ML Sauvignon Blanc

9.99

Dewar’s White Label $ 35.99

Scotch 1.75L

Nobilo

24.99

Gilbey’s Gin $ 18.99

Seagram’s Extra Dry $ 19.99

750ML Red Blend, White Blend

19.99

13.99

Primal Root’s

667

Polar Ice $ 19.99

9.99

750ML Pinot Noir

Stolichnaya $33.99

Viking Fiord 80° $ 19.99

Bota Box 3L

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Stolichnaya 80° Regular $ 33.99

LaCrema Sonoma Cost $22.99

17.99

750ML Cabernet

Bortoluzzi

750ML Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc

Erath-Oregon $16.99

Cannonball Winery

11.99

Root 1 (Chilean)

1.5L

16.99

Kris

Mark West $9.99

15.99

750ML Pinot Grigio, Heart Rosse

Luigi Bosca

Luksusowa 80° $ 21.99

Rum 1.75L

9.99

8.99

9.99

Grey Goose Vodka $ 54.99

Vodka 1.75L

10.99

5L Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

J. Lohr 750ML Cabernet Sauvignon $ 14.99 (Seven Oaks) Merlot (Paso Robles) $13.99 $ Chardonnay (Riverstone) 11.99

750ML Chianti, Pinot Grigio

750ML Petite Syrah & Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Grigio

750ML Malbec

22.99

19.99

Menage a Trois Red, White Rose - $9.99 Beaujolais Nouvea - $8.99

Franzia Box

Ecco Domani

Concannon Selected Vineyards

Agua De Piedra Gran Reserva

Ballet of Angels Sharpe Hill Vineyards - $9.99 Cupcake All Varieties - $9.99

St. Francis 750ML Chardonnay $11.99 Merlot $15.99 Cabernet Sauvignon $16.99

9.99

Malbec, Cabernet, Shiraz, Primitiyo, $ 15.99 Pinot Noir Chardonnay $12.99

750ML Cabernet

1.5L

Layer Cake

Napa Cellars

Luna Di Luna All Varieties

14.99

Alamos

9.99

19.99

750ML Malbec, Cabernet, Sauvignon Blanc

Joseph Carr Nappa Valley

3 Olive $25.99

Regular, Mango, Lime, Citrus & Raspberry

750ML Chardonnay

750ML Zinfandel, Authentic Red

750ML White Table Wine

8.99

Burnett’s 80° $15.99

Bourbon 1.75L Michelob Ultra

Apothic

30.99

Lindeman’s All Varieties Little Penguin All Varieties Coastal Ridge All Varieties CK Mondavi All Varieties Woodbridge White Zinfandel Yellow Tail All Varieties Flip Flop All Varieties

Carlo Rossi Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, White Zinfandel $ 15.99 4L

Gnarly Head Old Vine

Camus Conundrum

WINE 750ML

Limoncello Caravella $ 17.99 750ML

Beringer California Lite & Refreshing Pinot Grigio, White Zinfandel, White Merlot, Moscato

9.99 1.5L

Meridian Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot

Franciscan Napa Valley 14.99

All Varieties Available

Charles Krug $24.99

OPICI “Homemade Barberone White & Red $ 13.99 3L

Sauza Gold

Bacardi Light & Gold $ 22.99

BEER

9.99

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750ML Merlot, Pinto Noir

Jose Cuervo $34.99

Finlandia 80° $ 25.99

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750ML Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot

6.99

Jameson $ 24.99 750ML $ 49.99 1.75L

Carolans Irish Cream $ 10.99 750ML

Redwood Creek Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Nori

Robert Mondavi Private Selection

Tequila 1.75L

1.5L

Hob Nob

9.99

750ML

Fish Eye Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Grigio

Black Stone Cabernet, Merlot $ 16.99 1.5L

750ML Cabernet $22.99 Merlot $19.99

23.99

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Popov 80° $ 15.99

8.99

Liberty Creek Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot

1.5L

Bella Sera All Varieties

Placido Monte Pulciano, Pinot Grigio, Chianti

Glen Ellen Chardonnay, Cabernet, Pinot Grigio, Merlot

All Arbor Mist

Molly’s Irish Cream $ 13.99 750ML

Caramel, Coffee, Mint Chocolate, Hazelnut

Walnut Crest Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot

Vendange White Zinfandel

360° Vodka $ 25.99

Johnnie Walker Black Label $ 29.99 750ML

Bailey’s Original

Bailey’s Original $ 37.99 1.75L

Kahlua 19.99 750ML

19.99++

Corona Extra/ Light $

17.99++

18pk Btls.

Seagram’s 7 $ 19.99

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Blue Moon

Beck’s

22.99++

24pk. 16oz. Cans

12.99++

12pk Btls.

Stella Artois $

14.99++

12pk Btls.

Sam Adams $

13.99++

12pk Btls.