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The halls of the Berlin Free Library were filled to the brim with patrons attending the annual tea fundraiser April 25. UpBeat volunteers served tea and sandwiches to members of the Red Hat Society, the Berlin Historical Society, and others. “It’s a wonderful idea,” said patron Kathy Cruz, as there are not many places one can go to enjoy a traditional English tea. The cucumber sandwiches impressed Johanna Meisterling, who attended with other members of the historical society. “And they have the most beautiful, adorable dishes.” The Berlin Free Library Association has been a source of entertainment and edification in the See Tea / Page 2
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there was disagreement among the council over whether to schedule the hearing in the first place, with the vote passing 4-3. Democrats and Deputy Mayor William Rasmussen, an Independent, voted in favor. The Democrats and Rasmussen said that they did not necessarily support the project as presented, but they
Comcast just cut the pollution and carbon emissions from its electricity use. The company commemorated the activation of its new Bloom Energy fuel cell April 21, a day before Earth Day. The new fuel cell will provide 80 percent of the power at the company’s Western New England Region Headquarters, located off the Berlin Turnpike. Because the fuel cell is significantly more efficient and provides cleaner energy than the power grid it replaces, Comcast is expected to reduce carbon emissions by 1.93 million pounds each year, equivalent to emissions from 121 homes or 185 cars. “Technology and innovation are at the core of everything Comcast does and this project is another example of how we are deploying innovative technology to build a stronger, more reliable and secure broadband network for our customers,” Mary McLaughlin, Comcast Senior Vice President for the Western New England Region said in a statement. “By generating clean energy on-site, we can enhance the resiliency of our operations while also supporting our sustainability goals and reducing
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Members of the Berlin chapter of the Red Hat Society filled two tables at Berlin Free Library’s annual tea. | Charles Kreutzkamp / The Berlin Citizen
the council meeting April 21. However, Town Manager Denise McNair announced by email April 24 With a canceled public hearing, that the hearing has been canceled the fate of the proposed Timberlin “due to further investigation of all Driving Range Project using the de- options.” McNair was not immedisign presented by Saratoga Associ- ately available for further comment. Members of the Town Council ates is unclear. The Berlin Town Council initially were not immediately available for scheduled a public hearing on the comment following the announceTimberlin Driving Range Project at ment of the cancellation. However, The Berlin Citizen
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Two tables were filled by members of the Berlin chapter of the Red Hat Society, a social organization for “mature women,” as member Mary Ann Goodell explained. Members of the society wear red hats and purple dresses, a tradition started by artist Sue Ellen Cooper, who gave a friend a birthday gift of a red hat bowler along with a copy of the poem “Warning” by Jenny Joseph, which begins “When I am an old woman I shall wear purple / With a red hat that doesn’t go and doesn’t suit me.” Members of the society “take great enjoyment in occasions like this,” Goodell said, as well as attending movies and patronizing restaurants together. Though the society initially accepted older women only, women under 50 are now permitted to join. The younger members are “pink hatters,” attired in pink and lavender.
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meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For more information, call Scoutmaster Ed Alicia at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Joann Sawyer at (860) 828-7767. Sunrise Rotary Club - The Sunrise Rotary Club of Kensington-Berlin is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For more information, call Gwen Valencis at (860) 229-3787, ext. 139 or visit www.kensingtonrotary. org. TOPS - TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-profit, weight loss organization, is scheduled to meet 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call Teresa Rook at (860) 635-7020. Track - BHS vs. Bristol Eastern, 3:45 p.m. Boys lacrosse - BHS vs. Bristol Central, 6 p.m. Girls lacrosse - BHS at Southington, 4 p.m. Boys golf - BHS at Middletown, 2:45 p.m.
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ter vapor, rather than also having the particulates associated with a traditional gas burning generator. The fuel cell is also more efficient than the standard power-generating reciprocating engine, which operates at some 38 percent efficiency “on a good day,” Fox said. Though carbon dioxide is emitted, it is “significantly reduced.” The new fuel cell also provides the facility a backup power source during outages. The Berlin facility serves customers in Connecticut, Western Massachusetts, Vermont, Western New Hampshire and New York and is the home of 450 of Comcast’s some 1,200 Connecticut employees.
New Britain is scheduled to meet Wednesday, May 13, 6:45 p.m., at Monsignor Bojnowski Manor, 50 Pulaski St., New Britain. Baseball - BHS at Platt, 3:45 p.m. Softball - BHS vs. Platt, 3:45 p.m. Boys tennis - BHS at Bulkeley/HMTCA Coop, 4 p.m. Girls tennis - BHS at Bulkeley/HMTCA Coop, 4 p.m. Boys lacrosse - BHS at St. Bernard-Wheeler, 4 p.m. Boys golf - BHS at Platt, 3 p.m. Girls golf - BHS vs. Choate Rosemary Hall, 3 p.m.
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Faith Religion Briefs Berlin Congregational 89th annual May Breakfast - Saturday, May 2, 8 to 11 a.m. A fee is charged. Event includes a bake sale. For more information, call (860) 828-6586. Spring tag sale - Saturday, May 16, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Space is available for a fee. Provide your own table. Applications are available at the church. Deadline is Saturday, May 2. If raining, the tag sale moves inside. For more information, call (860) 828-6586. Concert - The Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, has scheduled Hyssongs Gospel Trio Concert for Sunday, May 17, 2 p.m. The public is welcome. A free-will offering will be accepted. For more information, call (860) 828-6586.
50’s Drive-In - The Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled it’s 50’s Drive-In for Saturday, June 20, 4:30 p.m., in the church parking lot. Members of the Christian education department, outfitted in 50’s dress, will serve food directly to the car. The public is welcome. A fee is charged for food. For more information, call (860) 828-6586. Tot time - Thursdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Free program includes play, crafts, snacks. Drop-in. For more information, call (860) 828-6586.
Bethany Covenant Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St., has scheduled its “Hymn of Praise” concert for Sunday, May 3, 4 p.m. The concert features the combined choirs of Bethany Sanctuary Choir and First
Church of Christ Choir, Old Wethersfield, as well as organ solos. A free-will offering will be accepted. The public is welcome. For more information, visit www.bethanycovenant.org. Bethany Covenant Church Early Bird Summer Camp is accepting registration through Monday, June 1. Vacation Bible Camp, for ages 4 through grade 5 is scheduled for Monday, June 29 to Tuesday, July 2, 9 a.m. to noon. Afternoon sessions, for grade one through grade eight, is scheduled for noon to 3 p.m. Registration forms are available at www.bethanycovenant.org. For more information, call (860) 8283637 or email colleen@bethanycovenant.org. Bethany Covenant Church Worship - 8:30 and 11 a.m. “Life Together” classes for all ages at 9:45 a.m.
Kensington Congregational Kensington Congregational Church has scheduled its annual springs concert “Music for our Moms” for Friday, May 8, 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.kensingtoncong.org. Parent/Child Playgroup Tuesdays, 9:30 to 11:15 a.m., on a drop-in basis, in the Reeves Educational Center, 185 Sheldon St. Playgroup is open to all who care for children, from infants to preschoolers. Bible study - Wednesdays, 11 a.m., in the church parlor. For more information, call (860) 828-4511. Festival on the Hill - The second annual Festival on the Hill is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., on the church grounds. The event features lobster
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The Senior Center, with The Central Connecticut Health District, has scheduled a free dental cleaning clinic for Friday, May 8, 22 and 29, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., for Berlin residents, 60 and older. Appointments are required. Participants are allowed one cleaning per year. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call (860) 828-7006.
AARP The Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, May 11, 10 a.m., at the Senior Center. The annual banquet is scheduled for the May Chapter meeting, Tuesday, May 19, at noon, at San Souci Restaurant. Registration, with payment, is due to Barbara Dixon, (860) 8286295, by Thursday, May 14.
Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, May 4: Baked chicken breast with gravy, mashed potato, steamed broccoli, pumpernickel bread, grapes. Tuesday, May 5: Pineapple juice, American chop suey, 12 grain bread, cake.
Wednesday, May 6: Cream of carrot soup, pulled pork sandwich, tater tots, red and white slaw, apricots. Thursday, May 7: Open face turkey sandwich with gravy, herbed stuffing, Capri blend vegetables, oatmeal bread, citrus selections. Friday, May 8: Grape juice, beef brisket with mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes, Geneva blend vegetables, dinner roll, lemon meringue pie.
Senior Bowling Strikette Bowling, April 21: Marie Kasczynski, 179; Jo Panico, 156; Irene Willametz, 155; Barb Patterson, 154.
Senior Bowling, April 24: Al Bolduc, 178; Rocky Roberts, 170; Gene Lemery, 159; Dick Napoletano,157.
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Opinion Editorial: ‘Anthony!’ Those of us who date back more than a few years may remember this TV commercial from 1969: The mother is yelling out the window for her son to come in for dinner because it’s Wednesday, Prince Spaghetti Day, in Boston’s North End. But it could have been Waterbury or New Britain or the South End of Hartford, because in those days there were still Italian and other ethnic neighborhoods all over New England. In Meriden, the commercial could have been filmed in the Italian section around Lewis and Springdale avenues. Turn back the calendar a couple of generations, and it could have been Mamma Ponzillo yelling for little Rosa and Carmela to come in. (Then, having eaten her Prince spaghetti, little Rosa would perhaps have changed her name to Ponselle, gone to New York and become a big opera star.) By Anthony’s time, though, the ethnic neighborhoods
were disappearing as people moved to the suburbs and gave up the customs, and the languages, they had brought from the Old Country. But the ghosts of those neighborhoods can still be found on a map of Connecticut provided by the Internet-only news publication CTMirror.org. This map, based on data from the Census Bureau, is color-coded to show the second-most-spoken language in each census tract. The most-spoken language in most tracts, of course, is English. Only in a small part of Meriden, larger sections of New Britain and Bridgeport and a big chunk of Hartford does English take a back seat. Spanish is the main second-place language across the state, as one would expect. But we are cautioned that there may be anomalies, here and there, caused by inadequate census data and simple arithmetic: Census tracts are small — around 4,000 people each — and therefore
a few households speaking the same non-English language can make a big difference. In some places, the margin of error is actually bigger than the percentage of people speaking the second-place language. For instance, is there really a significant Hindi-speaking minority in the Berlin-Rocky Hill area, as the map indicates? Or Gujarati in Yalesville? Or Urdu in Middlefield? Perhaps not; again, we’re looking at small numbers of people speaking each of many languages, and large margins of error. There are areas where no second-place language dominates, so the map will highlight the largest of many very small groups. Taking those caveats into account, though, the color-coded map holds some surprises. There is still a part of western Meriden where the second-place language is Italian. And Southington, which we might think would show Italian as the leading
non-English language, is colored more Polish, with Italian in the southeast and a French zone near the center of town. (Rural tracts are bigger in area, so they have a greater effect on the look of the map than do urban tracts, where those 4,000 people may fit into just a few blocks.) New Britain, where the dominant second-place language is Spanish, still has a substantial Polish population (as anyone who’s been on Broad Street lately knows) but on the map, Berlin looks more Polish — because the town’s tracts are mixed enough, by ethnic background, that the 4 or 5 percent who told the census taker they speak Polish constitute, not a majority, but the biggest language group after English. For the same reason, a showing of 2.68 percent is enough to make Polish the second-place language in one part of Wallingford. What have we learned? A few things:
• As expected, the importance of Spanish as the second-most-spoken language stands out across much of the state, as it does nationally. Here in Connecticut this is largely, though not entirely, the result of migration by Americans from Puerto Rico. • We can still see the shadows of the earlier waves of Polish-, Italian- and French-speaking immigrants, or those speaking German, Portuguese or Greek, from a time when each major ethnic group would have its own church, its own stores and other businesses. • A newer development is that many places on the map now show Chinese, Urdu, Gujarati, Tagalog, Hindi or “other Asian languages” in the slot just below English. • In other words, this is not Anthony’s New England anymore. — Editorial previously published in the Record-Journal
Government Meetings Monday, May 4 Economic Development Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Historic District Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Inland/Wetlands & Water Courses Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, May 5 Town Council, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Monday, May 11 Board of Education, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Kensington Fire District, 947 Farmington Ave., 5 p.m.
Visiting Nurses Association, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 12 Conservation Commission, Town Hall, 6:30 p.m. Veteran’s Commission, American Legion Post 68, 7 p.m.
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Disappearing bees discussed at Berlin-Peck By Charles Kreutzkamp
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Holly Gagnon of the New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park filled in attendees on the perils facing bees. | Charles Kreutzkamp / The Berlin Citizen did a study that suggests neonicotinoids harm bees. However, results of studies have been mixed and there are many other factors impacting bee populations, including reduced habitat and climate change, the report noted. Gagnon added that pesticides intended to kill insects often kill bees, and that trace amounts of pesticides and herbicides have been found even in organic honey, suggesting that bees are often exposed to these chemicals.
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The plight of the pollinators was discussed at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, April 23, drawing around a dozen residents. The program addressed both pollination in general and the important role played by bees, which have been under threat. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s 2010 report on colony collapse disorder states that “numerous causes… have been proposed as examined… it is becoming increasingly clear that no single factor alone is responsible for the malady.” The report suggests that colony collapse disorder may be the result of combined stressors on bees. “Over the past year, several independent studies have shown that bees are exposed to a wide range of pesticides and that some pesticides have interactive effects (on bee mortality) with other pesticides, with bee pests, or with viruses.” Holly Gagnon of the New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park presented information about the role hummingbirds, butterflies, moths, flies, and beetles play in pollinating various plants. Connecticut is home not only to honeybees and bumblebees, but also many species of solitary bees as well as monarch butterflies, tiger swallowtail butterflies, and the ruby throated hummingbird. Gagnon surprised library-goers with another fact: mosquitoes are pollinators as well, feeding on plant nectar. Researchers in the ’80s discovered Varroa mites lay their eggs alongside bee larva that then mature and attach themselves to the bees. “They hang onto the bees and suck them dry, and they can give them viruses,” Gagnon explained. Beekeepers sometimes address the problem by spreading powdered sugar onto bees, causing them to groom themselves and each other, removing the mites. Gagnon presented a recent NPR report on neonicotinoids, a type of insecticides. According to the report, researchers in Sweden recently
avoiding use of pesticides and herbicides. “If you must use them, it’s best to use them when bees are not active, either late at night or very early in the morning.” The largest and most challenging way to help bees is to keep them yourself. “If you are interested in becoming a beekeeper, the Connecticut Beekeepers association is a great group. They meet once or twice a month and they hold bee school in February.” In a good year, a hive can provide as much as 50 pounds of honey as well as wax that can be used to make candles, soap, and lotion. Many attendees had high praise for the event. “It was wonderful, very informative,” said local resident Ken Bergeron, a retired chef and cookbook author. Though Bergeron is a vegan chef, he still believes in using honey to support beekeepers and, through them, the bees. The chef said he was “very concerned” about the decline of the bee population.
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The Berlin Historical Society Museum recently hosted Kensington native, Major Jason W. Warren, who talked about his book, “Connecticut Unscathed, Victory in the Great Narragansett War, 1675-1676.” Warren, a strategist at the U.S. Army War College, writes about relationships during the 17th century among native groups and New England colonists. He is working on a new book about the history of military exit strategies and what can be learned from past experiences. Pictured, Nancy Moran, treasurer of Berlin Historical Society with Warren and his parents, James and LouAnn Warren.
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For the third consecutive year, Berlin High School students participated in a Junior Achievement job-shadowing program at Comcast’s Western New England region headquarters in Berlin. House Majority Leader Joe Aresimowicz and Berlin Superintendent of Schools David Erwin joined representatives from Junior Achievement and Comcast. The students were paired with Comcast volunteers who work jobs matching students’ interests. The program gives students the opportunity to see firsthand what it’s like to work in an office and practice interviewing.
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Ten new individuals and one unforgettable team joined the hallowed Redcoat Athletic Hall of Fame on Sunday, as the Class of 2015 was honored in front of friends and family at the Aqua Turf in Southington. “I think the class of 2015 has continued to add to the excellent history of Berlin athletics,” said James Capodice, who serves as president on the Board of Directors for the hall. “The athletic programs at Berlin have always had an excellent reputation and this group has just furthered that.” This year’s class, the sixth in the hall’s history, brings the number of members – including athletes, coaches and contributors – to 69 in total, as well as five teams. The 2015 class was comprised of George Kanupka (BHS Class of 1936), Francis Rio (’56), Dan Blanchette (’69), James Cromleigh (’71), Derrick Sanderson (’85), Scott Gentile (’89), Katie Baccaro (’93), Elizabeth Clements Capson (‘00), longtime golf coach Jim Bryers, contributor Bob Zipadelli and the 1998 undefeated state champion girls soccer team. Kanupka, who died in 1988, was the lone posthumous member of the class. His children spoke on his behalf.
Individual members of the HoF Class of 2015 included, front row, from left, George Kanupka III for George Kanupka (‘36), Fran Rio (‘56), Dan Blanchette (‘69), James Cromleigh (‘71), Derrick Sanderson (‘85); back, from left, Scott Gentile (‘89) and son, Evan, Rich Baccaro for Katie Baccaro (‘93), Elizabeth Clements Capson (‘00), coach Jim Bryers and Bob Zipadelli. | Courtesy of Paul Salina Baccaro was unable to attend due to scheduling conflicts but sent along a statement on her behalf. Yet whether in a statement
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doing something positive and some of his fine memories doing something that I loved during his time as a Redcoat, which turned into teaching doing,” Sanderson said. Beyond being appreciative, Sanderson was able to recall See Induction / Page 15
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thers early, scoring five runs in the top of the first, and never looked back. FreshSoftball man Michelle Cohen earned the victory on the mound The Lady Redcoats made while senior Kelsey Anderthings look easy last week, son smacked a home run for winning all three of their the Redcoats. Berlin continued its strong games to improve to 4-2 on play with a 12-8 “W” over East the year. The girls began their week Hartford. Despite trailing 6-3 with an 11-7 victory over Platt. after the fourth inning, the Berlin jumped on the Pan- local girls responded with a The Berlin Citizen
sive 12-5 home victory over Simsbury. Despite falling behind 3-0 after the first frame five-run fifth inning to retake of play, Berlin scored 10 runs over the next two innings to the lead for good. Senior Kaitlyn Guild was take control of the contest. Guild was again instrumena force to be reckoned with as she earned the victory on tal in the win, as she went the mound and went 2-for-4 3-for-4 with a two-run hoat the plate, including a home mer. BHS sophomore Jaclyn Arute was 3-for-5 in the conrun. The Lady Redcoats ended test with a home run and two their week with an impres- RBI. Cohen, again, earned the
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Baseball A strong 2-1 week has the Redcoats back at .500 as their CCC South schedule gets underway. Berlin began its week with an 8-1 victory over Platt at Zipadelli Field. The BHS boys See Notes / Page 16
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Members of the 1998 undefeated state champion Lady Redcoat soccer team were on hand to see their accomplishments celebrated. | Courtesy of Paul Salina didn’t think anyone would soon ask for his autograph, spoke of the time he and a close friend came across New York Yankee great Joe DiMaggio in a bathroom in Florida. Yet there was much more to the induction for the longtime contributor than a story about meeting an famous Joe in a john. “I’m very excited, very
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THE ICING ON TOP The Newington-Berlin-Manchester ice hockey team recently celebrated their end-of-season banquet at Hawk’s Landing Golf Club in Southington. The team’s regular season record was 14-6 as the squad made it to the Division II state quarterfinals. Seniors Cameron Criniti and Mitchell Pitkin, of Berlin, were named to the CCC All-Conference Team as well as the All-Tournament Team at the Heuchling & Swift Memorial Hockey Classic in Durham, NH. In addition to Criniti, second from left, and Pitkin, center, freshman forward Mark Sweitzer is pictured with the team music coordinators, Berlin seniors Kelsey Kozikowski, far left, and Julia Kemmling.
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impressive run to the postseason, the Redcoats are off to a rough start to their season. Two difficult early opponents have Berlin in a quick 0-2 hole. The boys began their year with a rough 10-0 loss to Conard. BHS senior captain Jack Strafstrom played a tough No. 1 singles match, falling 2-6, 4-6. Berlin’s one doubles and three doubles teams also Girls tennis played well. Sophomore JusThe Lady Redcoats have tin Kemmling and junior struggled out of the gate, fall- Adrian Wotjun fell 5-7, 4-6 at ing to 0-2 after their first week the one, while senior Wojtek Kajzer and sophomore Ben of play in the 2015 season. The girls fell short against Kennure fell 5-7, 5-7 in their Simsbury in their first match three doubles matchup. The Redcoats ended their of the year, losing 4-3. The team followed up their loss to week with stiff competition the Trojans with a 5-2 loss at against Wethersfield, falling the hands of the South Wind- 6-1 to the Eagles. sor Bobcats in their home opener. Boys lacrosse Despite the early struggles, the team still has plenty of A strong two-win week has time to work out the kinks be- the Redcoats looking at a rapfore they need to worry about idly growing four-game wintheir playoff aspirations. ning streak, as the team now The girls will be busy trav- sits at 4-2 on the year. eling in the coming weeks. Berlin started its week The team’s next home match with an 18-3 thrashing over is Friday, May 8 against the Bristol Eastern LancRHAM. ers. The Redcoats continued their torrid scoring performance with a 19-6 victory Boys tennis A year removed from an
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LaRosa-Tanner Paul and Christine L a Ro s a , o f Kensington, are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kathryn LaRosa, to Jason Tanner, son of Nicholas and Susan Tanner, of Tolland. The brideto-be is a graduate of Berlin High School and University of Connecticut. She is currently employed as kindergarten teacher teaching in Bristol Public Schools. Her fiance’ is a graduate of Tolland High School. He is currently employed with Sunbelt Rentals. A Oct. 17, 2015, wedding is planned.
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ion with a 10-8 victory over Suffield. Senior Erin Goodwin and sophomore Maeve McQuillan recorded hat tricks for the Lady Redcoats as Caitlyn DiCioccio scored twice. Senior Olivia Jacques and sophomore Danielle Skates also scored for the victors. Sophomore Taylor Smolitz recorded 13 saves to earn the win in goal.
over Newington. Senior Cam Criniti scored five goals to lead all scorers, as senior Geoff Main added four goals in the rout. BHS senior Vinny Dedominicus recorded a hat trick as senior teammate Ryan Stefens and juniors Garrett Guite and Kyle Mahoney were all multiple scorers. Senior Richard Cassineri also got in on the fun by finding the back of the Girls golf net. Senior goaltender Casey The Lady Redcoats are off St. Peter needed only seven to a hot start this spring, winsaves for the dominating ning their first two matches. victory. Berlin began its season with a 180-268 victory over Middletown at Timberlin. Seniors Girls lacrosse Julia Kemmling and Abbie Another week and another Underwood shared medalist win are in the record books honors for the victors, as both for the Lady Redcoats, as the girls shot a 44 for the day. The Redcoats finished their team’s record improved to 2-3 on the young season. The week with a strong 183-209 girls’ week began with a frus- home victory over Simsbury. trating 17-6 loss at the hands Kemmling, again, medaled for of undefeated Old Lyme, Berlin, finishing her round yet ended in enjoyable fash- with a 40.
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Megan Leary and Margot Paul, of Berlin, are scheduled to perform in Ballet Theatre Company’s Spring Repertory performances of Gwendolyn the Graceful Pig, Apres Dagas and Peer Gynt, on Saturday, May 2 at the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford. The girls are Berlin High School students and members of BTC II, the studio’s pre-professional dance ensemble. The dance troupe has traveled to New York City for the past six weeks to integrate the choreography with professional dancers. Performances are scheduled for 1 and 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at www.dancebtc.org or (860) 570-0440.
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DATTCO, CT’s largest private school bus company is looking for the industry’s BEST School Bus Drivers for our Middletown and Cromwell locations. If you currently have a valid CDL-PS we are looking for you! CDL is not a must. We will provide all of the free training you will need to be successful! At DATTCO you can bring your children to work with you! Please apply in person at 131 Tuttle Road, Middletown or call DATTCO today 860-635-8234 Ext 5600. You can also apply online! www.dattco.com
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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager for our multi-media publishing co. located in Meriden, CT. The candidate is important to our company leadership and will be responsible for identifying organizational, cultural and people initiatives that ensure compliance and enhance business success. Experience in personnel activities including employment, benefits, compensation, payroll, employee relations, managing company policies and procedures, governmental compliance reporting and audits, workers compensation and conflict resolution is a required. Further, a Bachelors Degree is required in Business Administrator or HR Management and 7-10 years experience in Human Resources are a must. Please send resume and cover letter to lbousquet@record-journal.com EOE
DATTCO is an Affirmative Action/Equal Customer Service/ Opportunity Employer Equipment Parts Looking for a full time TEACHERS- Working w/ small engine parts Infants - Pre K. F/T & counter person. P/T avail. Exp. preferResponsibilities include red. Benefits avail. customer service, EOE Call 860.676.8298 sales & service orders, assist in repair of small List. Sell. Repeat. engines, ordering parts, maintaining stock, searching databases and handling Apartments For Rent Apartments For Rent payments. Knowledge of small engines required and must be FLANDERS WEST APARTMENTS available to work some 3 Darling Street, Southington, CT Saturdays. Send Studio & One Bedroom Apt. Homes resume to mformica@ Includes Heat/Hot Water, Appliances superiornetwork.com. Computer & Fitness Center Free Meal Program & Activities Free Shuttle Bus Service WAITSTAFF Affordable Apartments for Qualified Applicants (1 year exp. working in 50 years of age of older. pizza restaurant) For more information call DELIVERY DRIVERS 860-621-3954 TTY 711 Apply in person at FlanderswestBC.com Formaggios, 1244 Meriden Ave. Southington.
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MERIDEN - 1BR $800 mo. HEAT, HOT WATER & ELECTRIC INCL. Private Balcony. 203-639-4868. MERIDEN- 1 BR apt., 1st flr, $750 mo. + utils. 1st, last, 1 mo sec. No Pets. 860-663-1229 MERIDEN- 1 BR, Stove & fridge, H & HW Incld. Lease, Sec & Refs. 203.239.7657 or 203.314.7300 MERIDEN - 3 BR, 2nd fl., $950+ sec. Oil heat, gas cooking & water. W/D hkp. 2 car off st. prkg. (203) 213-6679. MERIDEN- Broad St. 2nd Flr studio. $500/mo. 2 mo. sec & app fee. MAIER PROP MGMT 203-235-1000
Apartments For Rent MERIDEN- Recently reBERLIN- Duplex 2 BR, off st. prkg. $850 + sec./crdt chk. No pets/smkg. 860-922-6172
no Lrg 2 BR w/ LR & DR, 1st flr, qt nbhd, off st. prkg.No pets/smkg! $900mo 860-655-3888
WALLINGFORD - 2nd fl, 2 BR, clean. $975, available mid May; 2nd fl 2 BR close to YMCA KENSINGTON - spa& town! $1,200. Both cious 2 BR, 1 BA, 1st require good credit, fl., W/D inc., great loc., NO pets. Call Margaret bus rte., $950. + util. Bennett Realty 203860-628-4907. 605-8083. MER- Furn Apts. East WALLINGFORD - 4 rms, Side Incl H, HW, Elec., 2 BRs, off st prkg, Du1 BR, $195wk; Studio, plex, no pets, $875 + $715mo+sec.Call 203utils. (203) 284-1853. 630-3823,12pm-8pm. WLFD- Avail. 3 BR, 2 fl., MERIDEN- 1 & 2 BRs unfurn., no pets, no starting $750. H/HW smkg enviro., quiet st., incld. Off st prkg. Avail sec. + ref. req., $1025. immed. 203-886-7016. Call 203-269-6348
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WLFD- Quiet 2nd Flr studio, residential area, patio, storage, off st prkg, no pets! $725 + utils. RENTED.
1,2,3 Items or an Estate $$$ CA$H $$$ 203-237-3025 ESTATE SALE SERVICE Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings, Meriden-made items, toys, lamps
Mobile Homes For Sale MERIDEN/WLFD- NEW & PREOWNED 2 BR, 2 BA, DELUXE HOMES IN UPSCALE PARK STARTING AT $24,900. 203.799.7731 WALLINGFORD - 24x56 ft mobile home, 3 BR, 2 BA in Loring Ct., move in ready, Call owner. 203-294-1299.
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Cindy’s Unique Shop CONSIGNMENT 32 North Colony St Wallingford, (203) 269-9341 2flrs-1800sf Consigned Home Decor, furniture, jewelry & handbags. Daily disc. given. $5 off $25 purchase, $10 off $100 purchase. 30 day layaway avail. New merchandise daily. Ample prkg in our lot. MF, 9:30-5, Sat., 10-5, Sun, 11-4 Like us on facebook
2nd Generation buys Napier & costume jewelry, old lamps, shades, musical ins., Winchester items, old toys, and estates. 203639-1002. AARON’S BUYING Old Machinist Tools, Lathes, Bench Tools Hand Tools, Much More. (203) 525-0608
ALL CASH FOR Livestock MER-Clean Safe Rms. MILITARY ITEMS Incl H, HW, Elec, Kit 203-237-6575 Priv. E side. off-st prkg HORSE CARE: Some AM/PM hours in ex$130/wk.+ sec. 12 pmchange for riding, etc. ALWAYS Buying Cos8pm, 203-630-3823. Exp. preferred, but will tume jewelry, antiques, 100 Paddock Ave. 1car train. 203-213-8833 instruments. 18 S. Orgarage available immechard St. Wlfd. 2 0 3 diately $150 or best ofMiscellaneous 631-6697 203-213-5222. fer. 9x24 Call (203) For Sale 269-4156. 1 mo./1 sec ALWAYS Buying old tools. Wanted old, HANDICAPPED RAMP – WLFD- Storage space used and antique hand 2 yrs old, all aluminum 1200 sq ft for rent, 14 tools, machinist, railing/decking, $2,800 ft doors. Property woodworking, engravo.b.o. (860) 983-0123, fenced & secure. Great ing and work bench (860) 224-0275. price. 203-272-4216 tools. Please call with confidence. Fair offers SIX MATCHING Appliances made in your home. CRYSTAL CORDIAL Cory 860-322-4367 GLASSES - Perfect condition, $10. AFFORDABLE (860) 384-1183. Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators & Stoves. SMALL TRAILER 3’X4’ Appliance Repairs $75.00; Bike rack for Will Deliver trailer hitch $75.00. DEE’S ANTIQUES (203) 284-8986 Call 860-259-5057. Buying Collectibles, Furniture Jewelry & Silver. Trains for Sale- N Gauge & Appliances China, Glass, Military, & HO sets. Some collector cars & also Musical. Anything 2 ASHLEY ROCKERtracks setup display. RECLINERS - like new, old & unusual. Single Call 609-235-5288 oversized, stud front, item to an estate. saddle brn., $600 for 203-235-8431. Music Instruments both. 203-265-1771
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Fencing CORNERSTONE Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-237GATE. CT Reg #601060.
Lawn and Garden
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JRM MOWING SERVICE Cleanup, mowing, year round srv. Great prices! ROTOTILLING – Garden Free est. 203-715Bill, Troy Bilt, no gar9734 or 860-719-9875 den too small. (203) 294-1160.
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Home Improvement
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ED’S JUNK OUT WE HAVE DUMP TRUCK Reg. Ins. Free on-site est. Any Questions? Ed (203) 494-1526
A & A LAWN CARE Spring c/u, mulching, attics, bsmnts cleaned. Hedge trim, tree, shrub, debris removal. Jim 203-237-6638
PAUL’S MASONRY New & Repairs. Stonewalls, arches, chimneys, sidewalks, fireplaces. Free est. 203-706-9281
ACCEPTING Commercial & Residential grounds maintenance / complete lawn care. 25 yrs. exp. Sr. disc. 203-634-0211.
Painting & Wallpapering
Always a sale in Marketplace.
BILL RUDOLPH LANDSCAPING Cert. Installer- Paver Walkways,Stairs,Patios Ret.Walls, Shrub Replace, Landscape DeJUNK REMOVAL & sign & Reno, Mulch & MORE 25% OFF Stone, Lawn Repair & WE REMOVE Install. No Mowing ExFurniture, appliances, pert Drainage & Backentire contents of: hoe Work. In Bus. 30 + homes, sheds, estates, yr We’re on Angie’s attics, basements, List! Free Est. HIC# garages & more. 0563661 2032379577 *SPRING YardClean-ups*
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EAGLE STUMP GRINDING LLC Removal of unwanted stumps, self propelled machine available. Call Mark (203)704-0821
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Landscaping
By Kathy, Professional, Thorough, Reliable, & Trustworthy. 23 years exper. Many long-term refs. 203-235-5987
FERRAUOLA LAWN CARE now accepting new mowing accounts at a reasonable rate. 203-804-5779
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JOE’S LAWN CARE Spring cleanup, Mulch, Res./Comm. Mowing, Hedge Trimming. Fully Insured. 20 yrs exp. 203-631-7444
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Paving D & G PAVING Over 25 yrs exp. Paving, Seal Coating, Concrete Work CT Reg#0577005 203-237-6058
Plumbing
NOAH MOWS ...so you don’t have to. Lawn mowing, edging, rototilling, etc. 203-232-5786 Shawn
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Find everything at our Marketplace. Masonry A&A MASONRY 20 yrs exp. Specializing in sidewalks, stairs, patios, stonewalls, chimneys, fireplaces & much more! Call Anytime 860-462-6006! Free Est! #HIC0616290
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20% OFF IF YOU Mention House Cleaning by This Ad Polish Women. 3rd JT’s Landscaping, LLC cleaning $0 for regular SPRING Yard Clean-Ups Top quality work at a customers. Ins./bonded. Brush, branches, leaves, reasonable price. Full storm damage 860-505-7720 lawn maintenance. **JUNK REMOVAL** #616311. Fully lic. & ins. Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, HOUSECLEANING 203-213-6528 Debris, etc If you are looking for an WE CAN REMOVE experienced woman ANYTHING you can trust, please Entire house to Marketeverything at ourFind Marketeverything at our Monica 203-641-7874 1 item removed! place. FREEplace. ESTIMATES Sr. Citizen Discount LIC & INS. Find everything at 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218
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Yalesville Construction Specializing in all phases of residential roofing. Senior citizen discount Insured Free est. 203-535-2962 HIC#0631937
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Roofing. Siding. Windows. More. Free Est’s. Ins. # 604200. Member BBB. Harmony.(860)645-8899
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Tree Services
LAVIGNE’S Tree Service In busi. 35 yrs. Tree removal. Stump grinding. CraneService. Free Est. Fully insured. 203-294-1775 lavignestreeservicellc.com PROF. ARBORIST 30+ yrs exp. #S3365 75ft bucket truck. Precise Tree CT Reg #562159 203.272.4216
Siding.Roofing.Windows YARDLEYTREESERVICE .com Decks.Sunrooms.Add’ Fair, Reasonable Rates CT Reg#516790. 203-440-0402 203-237-0350 Fiderio & 860-438-7359 Sons www. fiderio.com
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Ocean State
SALE DATES: Thurs. Apr. 30- May 6, 2015 4-Burner Gas Grill
Total 60,000 BTUs
Comp. $199
Your Choice
159
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Fits most patio furniture! Choose from a variety of colors & prints. Selection varies by store.
20
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Hiback Chair Cushions Comp. $39.99
35
Chaise Lounge Cushions Comp. $59.99
with 30”x30” mantel Comp. $229
Wicker Chair Cushion......$12 Wicker Settee Cushion....$25
Wicks Moisture!
Wet & Forget® 1 Gallon
Removes moss, mold, mildew & algae
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All Weather Outdoor Cushions
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2499
Famous Sporting Goods Label
Sports Bra Comp. $20-$30 75-85% SAVINGS!
2 Biggest Names in Performance Swimsuits
Our Most Famous Maker Swimsuits
Designed for the competitor. Perfect anytime
Comp. $100-$200
25
Comp. $60-$80
Regency II 10’ x 12’ Gazebo
Malibu Gazebo
A.I.M set-up, includes 4 corner shelves, 2 tracks & center hanging hook. Includes mosquito netting.
200
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Print Dress
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29900
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Maxi Tank Dress
8
Double roof vented. Weather resistant domed canopy. Rust resistant steel frame. Includes netting.
Performance Yoga Bottoms
10
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Comp. $150
75
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9' Aluminum Wind Resistant Patio Umbrella
34999
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Auto Tilt
Compare to Patio Shop $200
Womens & Kids Flip Flops Comp. $4
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Sidepockets, drawstring waist. Cotton/Poly /Spandex.
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Snap Flap Girls Flip Flops
7
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Resin Chairs
13’x10’ Motorized Awning
S-M-L-XL Asst. styles Comp. $12.99
399
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Adirondack Resin Chair
Weather-resistant striped fabric. Durable aluminum frame with angle adjustment, quick, quiet & smooth open & retracting manual override. Includes mounting hardware & brackets.
Comp. $899
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Knit Capris or Pants
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10’ Offset Patio Umbrella
Ladies Flip Flops Comp. $15
Wicking Pants & Capris. 90% Polyester 10% Spandex
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Assorted colors
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Folding Quad Chair
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Zero Gravity Multi-position Recliner
25
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Oversize Zero Gravity Multi-position Recliner with Canopy
Available in all weather textilene or oxford fabric
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99
Folding Steel Patio Chair
10’x8’ Manual Awning
Weather-resistant striped fabric. Durable aluminum frame with angle adjustment. Includes mounting hardware & brackets.
Comp. $389.99
Folding Aluminum Director’s Chair with Side Table
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450
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Pkgd. Perennials & Flowering Shrubs
A. 5 Piece Patio Set 4 Chairs & 66”x 40” Rectangular table
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Blue Hydrangea
Sub Zero Lilac
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Wicker Set
Daylily
Wild Bird Seed
6
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25 lb Nyjer $ Thistle Seed.............. 25 25 lb Signature $ Blend Bird Food..... 23
7 7 lb Cardinal Blend.... 9 $ 5 lb Nut ‘N Berry........ 9 $ Suet Cakes................... 1
4999 Premium PVC
50” Steel Park Bench
Vinyl Covers 27”x30”
Kettle Grill Comp. $9... 4 68” Std Comp. $12........ $6 $
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Scotts®
WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES!
5799
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Scotts® Turf Builder® Lawn Soil 1 cu. ft.
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Cedar Mulch 2 cu. ft. Available in most stores
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750
2.2 Cu. Ft. Canadian Peat Moss
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17999 Comp. $319.99
8’6” Eclipse Kayak
Stable multi-channel hull. Adjustable seat back.102" length. Weighs 39 lbs. Capacity 295 lbs.
26999 Comp. $399.99
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V-track hull, storage hatch, adjustable step lock footrest system. Multi-position adjustable seat & seat back. 124” length. Weighs 45 lbs. Capacity 300 Lbs
54" Heavy Duty Tomato Cage
5 $ 4
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46" Folding Cage
Perfect Landscape Container Mix with Fertilizer
8 Lb Espoma Tomato-Tone Plant Food
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1075
Landscape Fabric 10 Year Warranty
6 $ 15 $
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Landscape Fabric Anchor Staples 25 pk...
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1075
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2pk 50’ Flex-Able Hose
4-3-4 For all acid loving plants
Pro-grade Weed Barrier & Landscape Fabric
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Soilite 16 Qt Potting Soil
Espoma® Holly-Tone®
350
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Graphite Kayak Paddle
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6'8" x 9'
Covers 5,000 sq. ft
Scotts
Comp. $80
Comp. $130
Aluminum Frame. Tiedown straps & mounting hardware included Comp. $79.99
Gro Fine™ Weed & Feed Lawn Fertilizer 30-0-3
99
5'3" x 7'4"
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Cradle Rooftop Rack
Covers 5,000 sq. ft
Flatweave Indoor/Outdoor Rugs with Jute-back
100% Polypropylene Easy to Clean!
11
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Turf Builder® Weed & Feed Lawn Fertilizer
mfg. rebate available details in store
Perfect on or off the course. 100% pima cotton lisle & more!
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Turf Builder Edgeguard DLX Broadcast Spreader
$
4
Premium Polos
10
All are available in most stores
Not available on LI, NY
30” Steel Fire Pit
Comp. $60
Premium Reversible Outdoor Rugs
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Bayer Advanced® Season Long Grub Control w/ Turf Revitalizer
Treats 5,000 sq. ft. for up to 90 Days
68” Black Heavyduty Comp. $30
$
4
$
$
$
15 lb. Landscaper Grass Seed 40 lb Pelletized Lawn & Garden Lime
Oldcastle Organic Garden Soil 1 cu. ft.
$
8 lb Premium Blend...
3 lb. Rapid Turf Quick Growing Grass Seed
Found at the finest golf resorts & pro shops!
$
$
$
3 lb. Sun & Shade Grass Seed
20 lb Country Mix 50 Wild Bird Food.........8
22
4
$
50 lb Black Oil $ Sunflower Seed....... 25
6
$
Moisture wicking. 100% Polyester. Comp. $20-$40
B.
99 Gallon Resin Wicker Deck Box
68” Comp. $40.......... $20
Your Choice
Comp. $20-$30
Comp. $30-$100
Polos & Shorts
Asst. colors & varieties
599
Assorted varieties
240
Deluxe Flannel Lined
Perennial Bulbs
Assorted varieties
T's, Henley's, Polos. All with pockets, extra long body & reinforced hems. S-2XL.
Short Sleeve Tops
Performance Golf Wear
#1 Fancy Grade Rose Bushes
Butterfly Bush
Summer Flowering Bulbs
$
Grill Covers
5
Smoke Bush
Mens Short Sleeve Knit Tops
Capris $ or Pants... 10
$
Summer Flowering & Perennial Bulbs
399
B. Resin
Peony or Clematis
Your Choice
Your Choice
4 pc seating group. Steel frame Cushions sold separately
10
$
$1-850
Your Choice
$
A.
Your Choice
6”-14”
250-$4
$5-$14
Dept. Store Label!
Tops & Bottoms!
11”
$7-$18 8”-15”
$
99
Coldwater Creek
Selection varies by store
All weather textilene fabric
Comp. $89
Small 13.7”x13.7”......................6 99 Med. 14.96”x15.7”.....................9 99 Large 16.14”x17.76”.............12
Planters
9”-17”
12586-01
$
Mid Back
2015 Vegetable & Flower Seeds
40% OFF * *Off MFG suggested retails
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24” Plastic Rake....$5 Contractor Heavy Duty Trash Bags 42 Gal. 20 Ct.
899
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