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Kensington honors 150th Civil War anniversary Senator Richard Blumenthal delivers his speech.
By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen
The Town of Berlin has one more aspect to be proud of — the Kensington Solider Monument, located on the Kensington Congressional Church property on Percival Avenue, has been honored with a National Register of Historic Places designation. On July 28, the Kensington Co n g re gat i o n a l C h u rc h and the Connecticut Civil Wa r C o m m e m o r a t i o n Commission held a re-dedication ceremony for the 150th anniversary of the Soldiers Monument. The Kensington monument is the oldest permanent memorial of the Civil War in the country. Although there are two older Civil War monuments in Kentucky, both are no longer located on the original sites.
About 400 people gathered on the Kensington Congregational Church lawn as special guests spoke about the Civil War, the history of Kensington’s monument, the
S c hwa r t z , C o n n e c t i c u t Civil War Commemoration Commission co-chair Matthew Warshauer, Rev. O l i v i a Ro b i n s o n , a n d President Abraham Lincoln. T h e m o n u m e n t wa s “Erected to commemorate the death of those who perished in suppressing the Southern Rebellion,” as it reads on the front of the brownstone obelisk. There are 136 Civil War monuments in Connecticut, but Kensington’s is the only one that was built during the Civil War. In 1962 Rev. Charles Speakers included U.S. Hilliard, minister of the soldiers who sacrificed their lives and those who con- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Kensington Congregational tinue to serve today, and the state Sen. Terry Gerratana Church, proposed the idea of meaning and symbolism of (D-Berlin-New Britain), state building a monument to comthis great country named the Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Linda United States of America. See Honors / Page 7
Town begins year-long repairs to sewage lines By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen
The town has begun relining sections of sewage pipelines that have been leaking groundwater into the pipes, causing excessive infiltration of storm water flow that ends up in Berlin’s pump station and the Mattabassatt sewage treatment plant in Cromwell. Infiltration of storm water is harmful to the environment and expensive to treat, experts say. The project costs $3.9 million, according to Public Works Director Arthur Simonian. It’s being paid for by the Water Control, the Kensington Fire District and the Worthington Fire District customers. The
project is going to take about a year and a half to complete from the time it started in September 2012, Simonian said. The section that is most revalent to residents and drivers is near the Route 9 overpass, where three pumps are set up on the corner of Webster Square, Mill Street and Farmington Avenue. Underneath the ground is a sewer line that runs the main interceptor — a 7,000-foot long, 36-inch diameter, reinforced concrete pipe. Those pumps are bypassing the normal sewage flow that gets into this 36inch diameter pipe in order to keep it dry while the liner is being installed. “It’s a project that takes
quite a bit of manpower, as well as technology as far as the equipment that installs this liner,” Simonian said. “There’s actually a heating truck that heats up water that gets forced into this liner and it works its way down into the sections of pipe. The liner has to cure for about eight hours with hot water pumped through the lining pipe.” After the 7,000-foot section is complete, which runs from where the pumps are near Webster Square all the way up to the pump station on the Berlin Turnpike, the town will move into the secondary streets in the Worthington and See Repairs / Page 9
Former historic abandoned factory now condominiums A once dormant factory in Kensington has been turned into modern condominiums known as The Lofts at Sherwood Falls, thanks in part to Connecticut Light and Power. The company delivered the final $1.2 million installment of $2.7 million in State Historic Tax Credits to CIL Development to support the project. CIL is a nonprofit housing developer with a mission to create and sustain housing and other community resources that provide affordability, accessibility and independence to those in need. “CL&P is pleased to partner with CIL, the Town of Berlin and the state legislature in turning this abandoned fac-
tory into new housing that will benefit the Kensington community,” CL&P President Bill Herdegen said. “CL&P is committed to helping develop strong communities and this conversion will help make Kensington a better place to live.” Located in the former Sherwood Tool Factory, at 10 Main Street in Kensington, the recently completed condominium project includes 71 loft style units. An additional 14 new construction townhouses are planned for property located across the street at 1 Main Street. The Berlin municipality has supported the project since the planning stages; the See Condos / Page 6
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Q&A with the Republican Town Committee chair By Monica Szakacs
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The news that Mayor Adam Salina is not seeking re-election for a sixthterm this November came as a shock to town staff and committee chairs. The question now is, who will be the next mayor of Berlin? Will it be a Republican or will it be a Democrat? Will it be an incumbent or a new candidate? Both parties have announced the Town Council candidates up for election. Republican candidates are: incumbent David Evans, Charles Paonessa, who has run for council in the past, and new candidates Brenden Luddy and Terry Tonina. Democrat candidates are: incumbents Margaret Morelli, Rachel Rochette, William Rasmussen Jr. and William Watson III, and new candi-
date Kevin Murphy. In this week’s issue, The Berlin Citizen spoke with Anne Reilly, Republican Town Committee chairperson. Reilly has been an active Republican in Berlin for five years. See the Democrats response in an upcoming edition. What is your position on the mayor deciding not to seek re-election this November? “You can’t say he hasn’t given back to the community and served his time, and people have to appreciate that. Do I think he has made all the correct decisions in the way our finances were handled and the long-term debt he is leaving behind for the people of Berlin? That’s just something that’s going to have to play itself out. The financial issue is a great concern. I think the school fiasco,
when people voted and they didn’t listen to the people who voted, I have a real concern with that.” Are you satisfied with how town government is run currently? I think there has been concern about long-term spending issues and how we are going to handle the needs and the concerns of the citizens. Economic development is a primary concern. As far as pensions and long-term debt, that’s not in great shape. I’m afraid I see more young people and retirees fleeing the state and our town. Talk to people in town and they say ‘when I’m 55 I’m out of here. When I retire I’m out of here.’ What’s going to happen to everyone? It’s wonderful to try and offer everything to everybody, and I think that sounds great, but there is a price to pay and who’s going to pay it?
That’s my concern. Essentially, the biggest vote-getter from the majority party becomes mayor. Do you hope a Republican gets elected this November as Mayor? I think we have some viable candidates that have a great financial understanding and that can help with the decision-making process. Decisions are going to have to be made and hopefully whoever becomes the next mayor can help create a strategic, long-term plan that is not going to hurt our town in comparison to other towns. We have to be competitive with our fellow communities in what we can offer. After the November election, what do you want to see happen in the community? Well, number one, we have to bring businesses to this
town. I don’t have all the answers on that. What we can offer, and I’m not going to speak on the behalf of the candidates until they announce their ideas and have time to formulate their plans, but I do think the town has to do something with business development so we can cut down on what the homeowners have to pay. I can tell you for one, they are building a high school that is so much larger meanwhile our student population is not growing. In the long-term we may have some wonderful things coming out of the high school, but we are going to have huge maintenance costs for a high school that may be over developed in the long run. So, we have to strategize how we are going to afford mainSee Republican / Page 5
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By Associated Press Connecticut’s Department of Social Services commissioner assured state lawmakers recently that strides are being made to modernize the agency’s antiquated computer and phone systems; reducing people’s wait times as well as the piles of paperwork stacked up in DSS offices. A year ago, DSS was inundated with a record volume of applications for Medicaid health benefits, food and cash assistance, yet had insufficient staffing and obsolete technology to handle the requests for assistance, Commissioner Roderick Bremby said during a briefing at the state Capitol. “They were never designed for the call volume they were experiencing,” he said of the agency’s phone and other systems. Bremby said people from around Connecticut who deal with DSS can now call
one central number and get help from numerous workers. Before, they had to speak to the one person who happened to be assigned to their case. Also, potential recipients can now go online and check whether they may be eligible for Medicaid health benefits, food and cash assistance. Existing recipients can use the agency’s website to access their account and check their DSS benefits. The state is planning to eventually allow people to file applications for benefits online. DSS has been under fire for various backlogs. Last year, the federal government ranked Connecticut last among all the states and territories for processing applications for the food stamp program in a timely manner. Two lawsuits are also pending against the agency. Bremby said the efforts to upgrade the phone and comSee DSS / Page 5
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have,” he said. Last fall, approximately 125 boxes of unprocessed welfare and food stamp forms, including some with requests for voter registration assistance, were discovered at the agency’s regional office in Hartford. Some dated to 2009. Bremby said improvements have been made in that office. In April, there were more than 20,000 pending applications. By the end of May, with a new business process in place, he said that figure had dropped to over 3,000. Today, he said, the agency is current with processing applications. The DSS serves approximately 750,000 Connecticut residents. About 650,000 of those people receive subsidized health care services.
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taining the building and the other aging buildings that we have. It’s a lot of forethought. One person doesn’t have the solution. I will tell you as the Republican chairperson what I was most discouraged with under Mayor Salina’s watch is that he did not reach out to
the Republicans. They might be a minority party, but the majority did not reach out to the other side. If we become the majority party it is going to be a team effort. It’s not going to be where we shut people out. Hopefully the new group that comes in November will reach out to all involved.
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Jamie Simpson Longley, Joan Simpson, Lisa Ronco and Agnes Russell, descendants of Elijah William Bacon, get ready to lay the wreath down on the monument in dedication to the soldiers who died during the Civil War.
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edged up to 8.1 percent, the state Labor Department said recently. Employers posted 500 new Job growth in Connecticut was essentially flat in June jobs, a small gain, but one as the unemployment rate that marked the fourth con-
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Kensington Fire Districts to line the smaller pipes — 8, 10, 12, 15 inch diameter — in certain roads, according to Simonian. In the mid-1990s the town hired a consultant to investigate various sewer pipe lines throughout the Worthington Fire District, Kensington Fire District and Water Control District. The consultant determined there are a number of sections of sewage pipes that were worthy of rehabilitation — or relining. “The process involves a liner that gets inserted into the sanitary sewer pipes and basically bonds to the inside of the sewer pipe,” Simonian said, “thus making it virtually
leak proof and also increases the smoothness of the inside of the pipe, thus increasing the flow that runs through it.” In recent years, the town hired Cardinal Engineering Association, of Meriden, to take the 1990s study and develop construction plans. “Once that was done, we actually went out to bid for construction contractors and the lowest-cost firm (Spinieloo Company of New Jersey) was awarded the project in July of 2012 by the Town Council,” Simonian said. “So, over the last six or seven months we’ve been working on having these sections of sewage pipes relined.” These projects go on throughout the country, Simonian said. There has been a big push, he said, from
the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, as well as the Environmental Protection Agency for municipalities and water and sewage pollution control authorities, to minimize the amount of non-sewage flow that gets into the sanitary sewage systems. “Years ago, going back almost to the turn of the century, when sewage pipes were first constructed there was never a concern about the pipes handling storm water flow because the cost for treatment and discharge was so minimal,” Simonian. “Now that the cost to treat your sanitary sewers has gone up tremendously, there’s been a push in the last 20 to 30 years to reduce that amount
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Church, 785 Mill St., 9:30 a.m. worship. (860) 828-3637. Berlin Congregational Berlin Congregational Je h ova h ’s Wi t n e s s e s , Church, 878 Worthington 234 Farmington Ave. (860) Ridge, Sunday worship, 10 832-8700. Christian Life Church, a.m.; Sunday School, 10 a.m. 496 Kensington Rd., Sundays, (860) 828-6586. B e t h a n y C o v e n a n t Word and Worship Service, 10
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Saturday 8 a.m., Vigil: 4 p.m. Sunday: 8 a.m., 9:30, 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Tuesdays: 8 a.m., Wednesdays: 8 a.m., noon, Thursdays: 8 a.m., Fridays: 8 a.m. Confession: Every Saturday, from 3:15 to 4 p.m., and by appointment. (860) 828-0519. Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 68 Main St., East B erlin, 10 a.m. Sunday Eucharist; 10 a.m. Sunday School, stgabrielseastber-
a.m., Main Sanctuary. Small group Bible study for adults, youth and heating impaired at 9 a.m. Children’s ministries at 9 a.m. Nursery care available for birth to age three. (860) 828-5105. Crossroads Church of God, 146 Hudson St. (860) 828-3822. Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Ave., Sunday worship, 10 a.m. (860) 828-4511. Kensington United Methodist Church, 103 Hotchkiss St., Sunday worship, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. (860) 828-4222. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1103 Chamberlain Highway., Sunday worship, 10:15 a.m. Sunday school, 9 a.m. (860) 828-5079. Sacred Heart Church, 48 Cottage St., East Berlin, Mass:
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Kensington Congregational Church has scheduled an early worship service, Chapel in the Woods, at 8:30 a.m., through Aug. 25. The half hour casual service includes scripture, hymns and homily. All are invited. If it rains on Saturday or Sunday, service is in the Parish Hall. Regular service in the sanctuary remains at 10 a.m. with Sunday School and child care. For more information, call (860) 828-4511.
Berlin Congregational The Berlin Congregational Church, has scheduled its Yankee Peddler Fair for Saturday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the church. Only handmade items may be offered. Tables are available for rent. For more information or an application, contact Tinagagner@aol.com. The Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, schedules Sunday worship, for 10 a.m., with a fellowship coffee-hour immediately following. An adult-staffed See Faith
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crib room for children three and under is offered. The sanctuary is easily accessible for people with physical limitations and equipped with personal-assist hearing devices. In addition to monthly communication, communion is offered Sundays, at 9:45 a.m., for anyone who wishes to participate.
Wellspring Church has scheduled the following summer events for children: Outdoor Kids Church programs during the month of August. Fun activities and snacks. Sunday, Sept. 8 - Back to School Party. Celebrate with The Travelin’ Prayer, directed by Corrine Terlecky, sing activities, games and snacks. For more information, con- Battle Cry of Freedom, which was song 150 years ago tact jenn@wellspring.net or during the first dedication ceremony in 1863. visit www.wellspring.net.
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Taize service The Kensington United Methodist Church, 103 Hotchkiss St., has scheduled a Taize service every third Tuesday of the month. Along with music, which begins the service at 6:30 p.m., Pastor Juhye Hahn will add an anointing with oil during the service for those who need healing grace. Taize service is held every Tuesday evening, from 7 to 7:30 p.m., except the third Tuesday, which begins earlier for the special music. If you would like to contribute your musical talent to this service, contact the church at (860) 828-4222 and leave a message for Corinne Terlecky.
Former ‘President Abraham Lincoln’ delivers a speech to the audience.
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Close up of side two of the Kensington Soldiers Monument.
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Henrietta (Sokolowski) Occhi BERLIN Henrietta (Sokolowski) Occhi, 81, of Berlin, loving wife of Edison Charles Occhi for 56 years, died Friday, July 26, 2013, at The Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain, after a brief illness. Born in Poland, daughter of the late Walter and the late Valerie (Utowski) Sokolowski, she retired from New Departure Hyatt Company in Bristol, and was a member of St. Paul’s Church. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Martin and Pamela Occhi, of Riva, Maryland, and Charles and Krystyna Occhi, of Berlin; a daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Randy Karoll, of Kensington; a brother, Alphons Sokolowski, of Meriden; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday from Porter’s Funeral Home, 111 Chamberlain Highway, Berlin, followed by a funeral Liturgy at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s Church, Alling Street. Burial was in Maple Cemetery, Berlin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice, c/o The Hospital of Central Connecticut, 100 Grand Street, New Britain, CT 06050. Directions to the funeral home can be found at www.portersfuneral. com
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BERLIN - Rosario John Magnano, 99, of Berlin, widower of Rosemary (DeFazio) Magnano, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday. Born in Middletown, son of the late Salvatore and the late Sebastiana Magnano, he served in the U.S. Army Air Force in World War II and was employed at American Hardware before retiring from Emhart Corporation. He was a lifelong member of St. Paul Church and the Knights of Columbus, and was an avid golfer and gardener. He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, LouAnn and James Warren, of Kensington; two grandsons and their wives, Jason and Lisa Warren, and Adam and Jenny Warren; and three great-grandchildren, William Henry Warren, Alice Bridget Warren, and Taygan Elisabeth Warren. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by several brothers and sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial wasl held Saturday, July 27, at St. Mark the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church in West Hartford. Entombment with full military honors followed in the garden mausoleum in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mark the Evangelist Church, 467 South Quaker Lane, West Hartford, CT 06110. Directions to the funeral home can be found at www.portersfuneral.com
St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, East Berlin, is now online at saintgabrielseastberlinst.org. The website contain information about the life and work of the parish and includes the monthly newsletter. St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church has scheduled the parish Eucharist for Sundays, at 9 a.m. Sunday school will follow at 10 a.m. For more information, call (860) 828-3735.
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To the editor: I felt a touch of disappointment when I learned that Adam Salina decided to take a break from public service. His commitment to his hometown and his contributions to Berlin’s development over the past decade have been immense. The respect he has earned locally and statewide has served his constituents well and he will be extremely difficult to replace. On the other hand, the man obviously has his priorities in the right place and his decision to spend more time with his young family is commendable and refreshing. With heartfelt thanks and gratitude and best wishes, Ed Grady Berlin
Berlin’s future To the editor: In a few short months the town election for council
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members will be upon us. I have been active with the Berlin Republicans for approximately five years, and last spring I became the chairperson of the town committee. I am asking all town residents to educate themselves for the town election and look beyond your party affiliation. Consider this: What is the individual’s past record, how do town council members respond to citizen’s concerns and what do their future promises mean to you. I have watched the democratically-controlled party steamroll through yearly spending increases to our budget even after the town residents voted down the town budgets. If council members do not listen to the people through a town-run election, what is our process of getting concerns listened to? The high school project is still a major concern to res-
idents, and the impact of the tax increases have not yet begun to be felt by the residents. Questions remain: Are the proposed costs of the project accurate? Are there going to be additional costs down the line that our citizens will need to absorb into their family budgets? Each party held their caucus and nominated people to run as council members. Our party put together a slate of individuals who are concerned with the direction of our town’s unbridled spending habits, the lack of responsiveness to the citizens and to the town voting results, and our candidates are willing to provide a direction for our town that with help bring business into town to ease the burden of our home owners and listen to the concerns of our residents. We look forward to a diaSee Letters / Page 15
Government Meetings Monday, Aug. 5 Historic District, Town Hall Room 7, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6 Inland/Wetlands Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8 Parks and Recreation Commission, Community Center, 7 p.m. Public Building Commission, BOE Meeting Room, 238 Kensington Rd., 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13 Conservation Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, Library Board Room, 7 p.m.
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Say what? Roots of common expressions go way back By Diana Carr
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A penny saved is a penny earned. A stitch in time saves nine. Don’t look a gift horse in the mouth. Sayings we’ve heard since we were knee-high to a grasshopper. But did you ever wonder how they came into being? I asked local folks what they thought the sayings meant, and I did some research to find the original meanings - some of which might surprise you. I’m going to go with first names only to protect the identities of those who might not have quite known the right answer, although most of the time they were right or came close. Knock on wood Lorrie: “It has something to do with protecting you from bad luck.” Robert: “When you’re carrying a mirror across the room and you don’t want it to break, you knock on wood so that it doesn’t.” Answer: People knocked on trees in order to enlist the help of the benevolent spirits they believed to inhabit them. A pig in a poke Lorrie: “I think of a pig on a skewer turning over a fire. So I think this expression means that some-
thing is a done deal. You’ve caught the pig and it’s cooking.” Answer: Something was bought without checking it first. A poke was a bag, and if you bought a pig in a poke without checking it, you might later find that you had bought a dog or a cat. Read the riot act: Holly: “It means to yell at someone.” Answer: Following a law of 1715, if a rowdy group of 12 or more gathered, a magistrate would read an official statement ordering them to disperse. Anyone who didn’t, after an hour, would be arrested. Win hands down Holly: “It’s an easy win. I usually hear this when I’m playing cards.” Answer: If a jockey was way ahead and sure to win the horse race, he could relax and put his hands down at his sides. T h r ow d ow n t h e gauntlet Karen: “It means to challenge.” Answer: In the Middle Ages the glove in a suit of armor was called a gauntlet. Throwing down the gauntlet meant challenging someone to a duel. See Roots / Page 13
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Good reads for summer By Laura Clementsen Special to The Citizen
Some people said when television came along years ago reading books Clementsen would fade away. That dire prediction has certainly not come true. Although most corner bookstores have gone out of business, there is a big box bookstore in every shopping mall. Online bookstores attract many. Some folks swear by electronic books. Libraries are busy. Used book sales are common. Book clubs are popular. Authors are interviewed on television and radio about their latest creations. “What are you reading?” is often asked among friends. For me, the answer is an eclectic list including mysteries, non-fiction and best sellers. I prefer books without gratuitous vulgar language. I don’t need the details of steamy bedroom scenes. To avoid accumulating more “stuff,” I like to borrow rather than buy books. Here is a list of books I have been reading. Archer Mayor is not your typical mystery writer. Yes, finding out “who-dun-it” is always part of a mystery, even his. A Vermont resident and a man of many skills, Mayor is so good at
developing his characters -- they seem to come to life. Most of his stories are set in Vermont where his fictional detective “Joe Gunther” has allegedly been a Brattleboro cop. Descriptions of the towns, which are crime scenes, are so accurate I feel as if I am there. A friend in Florida recommended “A Far Traveler” by Nancy Marie Brown. This is the story of Gudrid, a Viking woman said to have come with her husband Karlsefui to Vinland (a.k.a. North America) in the year 1000. The sagas claim Gudrid’s son, Snorri, was the first white child born on this continent. Brown, a former science writer at Penn State University, carefully documents parts of two sagas that allude to the three-year stay of Gudrid and Karlsefni at the Vinland site. The title of another book by Brown intrigued me. What could “A Good Horse Has No Color” be about? It took the local library a few days to locate the book through Interlibrary Loan. I was amazed to find that the book was borrowed from the Lyndon, VT State Teachers College library. It is the story of Brown’s search in Iceland for an Icelandic horse to buy. Again she cites various sagas and folktales as she visits horse farms in western Iceland. Two books recommended by book club friends were
wonderful reads. Elizabeth Kostova’s book “The Swan Thieves” is fascinating. Abraham Verghese’s book “Cutting for Stone” is one of the best stories I have ever read. A few months ago a musical friend and I were talking about John Wesley and the vast number of hymns written by John, Charles and Samuel Wesley. I mentioned that John was known as the founder of Methodism. My friend recalled that in his youth, he had read a book about the Methodists called “Adam Bede” by George Eliot. A bell rang in my head. I had a copy of “Adam Bede,” inherited from my aunt. There it was on the shelf, a small book (only 3-by-6 inches) whose red leather cover I had never even flexed, 597 pages of tiny print (eight lines per inch). It looked daunting. I read only a few pages at a time to start. A slow-moving story line. Weeks later, I have finally finished it and realized at last that the story had a much greater impact than I thought it would have. Adam had survived his father’s drunkenness, his mother’s whining and the loss of his first love. He had been betrayed by his friend. Long-suffering, he had gained a reputation for honesty, good workmanship and dependability. See Read / Page 15
Roots man about a dog. The expression stuck. A baker’s dozen Stephanie: “Twelve of Strike while the iron is anything.” hot Answer: It means 13 of Karen: “Doing something in a timely manner, before the something. In days of old, bakers were severely punopportunity is lost.” Answer: When a black- ished for baking underweight smith took an iron object out loaves, so some added a loaf of the furnace, he could ham- to their batch of a dozen. To rest on your laurels mer it into shape only while Brenda: “It doesn’t mean it was still hot. To see a man about a dog to sit under a tree on a bunch Stephanie: “Answering the of leaves, but I honestly don’t call of nature when you’re in know.” Answer: In ancient times the woods.” Answer: A character in an winning athletes and heroes 1866 play, in order to make a were given wreaths of laurel getaway, said he had to see a leaves. The expression means From Page 12
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you are relying on your past achievements. Mad as a hatter Brenda: “I think of the mad hatter in Alice in Wonderland, who was just kind of laid back. So I think this expression means don’t worry, be happy. Let it roll off your shoulders, it’s no big deal.” Answer: In the 18th and 19th centuries hat makers treated hats with mercury. Inhaling mercury vapor could cause mental illness. Diana Carr is a freelance reporter and columnist for the Record-Journal weeklies.
By Glenn Richter Special to The Citizen
I’ve been thinking about major appliances. Which is odd, because I usually think about small appliances — maybe because they don’t seem to last as long and maybe because I have a problem with machines that are demonstrably smarter than moi, which is how they make them nowadays (he said as he piled yet another “smart” coffee machine that turned out to be not quite smart enough to continue making coffee — which you’d think is Job 1 — onto a heap of smart but failed coffee machines now gathering cobwebs, not knowing what to do with the fool things because they’re not garbage, after all, but neither do they appear to be recyclable), whereas most of us have been raiding the same fridge and loading the same washing machine for decades on end, so we think nothing of them. Where was I? Oh yeah, and thinking about major appliances leads, almost inevitably, to thinking about major appliances as they relate to shopping centers: that an “A,” or “regional,” center has to be anchored by a department store that carries major appliances; otherwise, what you have is merely a “B,” or “community,” center or even a (gasp!) “C,” or “neighborhood,” center. This I recall from reading Joan Didion’s “The White Album” in 1975. Who knew? About shopping centers, I mean. Of course, for all I know, that info may be obsolete by now. Anyway, if I follow the crumbs back, Hansel & Gretel-style, through the dark forest of my mind, I discover that what put me in mind of major appliances in the first place was looking at a Facebook site about New Britain in olden times — a site whose “Gee, our old LaSalle ran great” tone is a bit much, even for Yrs Trly (sure, nostalgia can be fun, but lots of my baby boomer contemporaries seem to believe in the delu-
sion that whatever decade they reached puberty in was some kind of golden age, unique in human experience); however, the site also has lots of great stuff about New Britain’s industrial history, including Landers, Frary & Clark, erstwhile makers of Universal home appliances, everything from the toasters and Coffematics that Mom used to load into the chrome-plating machine, sometime around 1940, to the Universal Hat Box Hair Dryers that the Lennon Sisters would later flog on TV’s “The Lawrence Welk Show.” But those are still minor appliances; what brings us up to the majors is remembering that when my parents bought themselves a house, in 1949, they furnished it with a Universal e l e c t r i c ra n ge — eve n though Mom always said Landers was a cheapskate outfit; when she finally got fed up and walked out the door and went straight over to The Stanley Works, she just about doubled her pay. But the nifty thing about that Universal range was the fold-away recipe holder on the top — nifty, but pretty useless, because it was too small to hold much more than a list of how many cans of FINAST green beans, from the First National, it would take to make a casserole, or how many cans of ANN PAGE filling, from the A&P, go into an apple pie. And the oven was too small — which became apparent every Thanksgiving, when Mom would make all those pies. Fortunately, after Dad redid the kitchen, sometime around 1970, the old Frigidaire with the tiny freezer that had to be defrosted all the time (but don’t use an ice pick, or you may puncture it and let the Freon escape!) went out to the garage to become the holiday backup fridge. Were those the days? I guess so. Glenn Richter is a senior copy editor and columnist for the Record-Journal, Meriden. Reach Glenn at grichter@record-journal.com or (213) 317-2222.
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pers, mashed potatoes, peas, tropical fruit cup. Wednesday, Aug. 14: Cream of broccoli soup, grilled chicken Caesar salad, whole wheat, applesauce. Thursday, Aug. 15: Eggplant Parmesan, ziti with meat sauce, Italian blend vegetables, Italian bread, pineapple chunks. Friday, Aug. 16: Grape juice, Pier 17 fish, baked yam, Versailles vegetables, rye bread, raisin cream pie.
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The Senior Center is scheduled to help residents with Renter Rebate applications on Aug. 7, 14, 21, and 28, and Sept. 4, 11, 18 and 25, from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments are mandatory. Qualifying income may not exceed $33,501 for singles and may not exceed $40,900 for married people. For complete guidelines and documentation, and to schedule an appointment, call Jane at (860) 828-7006.
Friday, Sept. 13 to Friday, Sept. 20 - Mackinaw Island. Michigan. Tuesday, Oct. 8 - Cranberry Bog Tour with buffet lunch at the Dan’l Webster Inn. Wednesday, Oct. 16 through Friday, Oct. 18 - Pennsylvania Dutch tour. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Christmas at Salem Cross Inn.
Five couples in the 55 and over active adult community at the Regency at Berlin will be celebrating their 50th anniversary this year, totaling 500 years of marriage between them. Pictured, at a celebration lunch, back row: Walter and Jeanne Parker, Jim and Paula Waldrop, Terry McGarry, Margaret and Kiernan Egan, Donna and Dave Cunningham. Front: Jack McGarry.
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Registration is not required. For more information, call (860) 224-5900, ext. 2079.
The Hospital of Central Connecticut offers a free, monthly diabetes support group for people who have completed the hospital’s comprehensive diabetes group education program and seek ongoing support and continuing education. The program features a short presentation followed by open discussion. The group is scheduled to meet from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m., in the diabetes classroom, third floor, New Britain General campus, 100 Grand St., as follows: Aug. 13 - Getting the most from an office visit. Sept. 10 - Living by the numbers: Looking at patterns. Oct. 8 - Easier living through technology. Nov. 12 - Enjoying the holidays with diabetes. Dec. 10 - Get up and go! Exercise and motivation. Jan. 14 - Medication and update: What’s new? Feb. 11 - Support services: Community, online and on TV.
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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 gynecological 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, 5:30 to 7 p.m., lecture room 1 . Facilitated by Diane From Page 13 DeFronzo, LCSW and Pastor What shall I read next? The Will Baumgartner. Snacks choice is huge. It will probably be Alexander McCall Smith’s book “The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency,” borrowed from my sister. Laura Clemensten is a frequent contributor to the Record-Journal weeklies.
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RUN OR DYE Berlin residents and Raising Berlin member, Lisa Brockel and her family, Brian, Kevin, Ryan and Dylan, recently ran the RUN OR DYE 5K RACE in East Hartford. As runners race around corners, they are splashed with a different color.
provided; parking in Quigley Garage validated. (860) 224-5299. 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, 100 Grand St. Registered Dietitian May Harter, M.S., R.D., CD-N, is scheduled to speak. Free parking and refreshments are provided. For more information, contact Noa Mencher at (860) 224-5187 or email nmencher@ thocc.org.
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Movie review: The Heat By Tanya Feke M.D.
Special to Town Times
During this summer of heat waves and pour-off-you humidity, many will flock to the beaches while others tuck themselves away in their air conditioned homes. For me, the local movie theater stands as the ultimate refuge. Cool air and hopefully sizzling entertainment. The
sky high box office receipts that run rampant Memorial Day through Labor Day show that I am not alone in this mindset. But is there anything truly hot to see this summer? The Heat makes a go of it by pairing the usually elegant quirkiness of Sandra Bullock with the raucous hilarity of Melissa McCarthy. While the casting is a coup, the odd couple arrangement atop the buddy cop cliché had the potential to deliver another “been-there-done-that” comedy. Considering it would put me to sleep faster than sheep to count the number
of times a movie depicts the FBI taking over a case from a local precinct, I am grateful director Paul Feig had some tricks to avoid these pitfalls. First, he cast ladies with chemistry. Until the advent of Bridesmaids, few female leads have carried blockbuster films, at least successfully. Thanks to Melissa McCarthy’s breakthrough performance as bridesmaid Megan, female characters have been given a newfound freedom to push the envelope of traditionally perceived male raunchiness and comedy. As a woman, I find it disturbing that it has taken
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so long to address gender equality in film. Together, Bullock and McCarthy do women justice and not just because they play cops. Second, the story is set in Boston because everyone knows a Boston accent is funny – unless you are from Boston. I must admit that though I am from Massachusetts myself, I still laughed out loud. The real genius was to cast real Boston accents. Enter Joey McIntyre of NKOTB fame who plays the tank-top wearing dimwitted brother to McCarthy’s brisk cop. His tongue-in-cheek delivery added character to the character. Delightful! Third, The Heat plays on clichés and even tosses some out the window along with a drug dealer. In a refreshing change of pace, the men fawn over the boxy and rude McCarthy as opposed to the
thin and polite Bullock. An albino character is charged with being a bad guy when he really is a good guy, or is he? A girls’ night out at a local bar breaks out into a dance number but one so terrible a football player could have done it. The list of cheekiness goes on. Yes, my friends, The Heat is hot, maybe not red hot but an apropos pink hot. With a playful script and mischievous fun, the film is good old fashioned entertainment best suited with a dose of air conditioning. The Heat: 3 stethoscope
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Lacrosse has taken Knaus on unforgettable journey By Danny Atkinson
Special to The Citizen
From the moment Katie Knaus began playing lacrosse a decade ago, it was clear that she was on her way to an impressive career. Knaus, a Berlin native, has compiled a long track record of success in the sport, and her skills have allowed her to embark on an unforgettable journey, which culminated this summer with her competing for New Zealand (NZ BLAX) in the FIL Women’s Lacrosse World Cup in Oshawa, Ontario. Not only that, she captained the team and was one of its leading scorers. Knaus first traveled to New Zealand when she spent a semester abroad there through Massachusetts’s Gordon College. While working with the Creation Care Study Program, Knaus fell in love with the beauty of New Zealand and the warmth of its citizens, and decided that she must return there. Knaus graduated from Gordon in December 2010 as one of the best players in the lacrosse program’s history. In
ter spot. As a team member, she was required to train in Auckland three times a week for eight to nine hours, a commitment made all the more difficult by her two-hour commute. Knaus, who worked as a black water rafting cave guide, admitted that the combination of her commute and the team’s grueling training sessions weighed heavily on her. “I had by far the biggest commute of anyone, and it was tough to handle,” she said. “All of us had to put ourselves out there completely for training to go well. It took a lot of discipline and energy from me, but in the end it was completely worth it.” If Knaus felt weary during her first year of competition in New Zealand, she did not show it during matches. She was a three-game MVP with the BLAX at the 2012 Down Under Cup in Melbourne, Berlin native Katie Knaus competed in the lacrosse World and led the College Rifles and Cup this summer with the New Zealand national team. Auckland Central club teams to national championships. After contacting the head These accomplishments, the fall of 2011, she returned to New Zealand and wasted coach and being invited to along with Knaus’ perforno time establishing herself train with the squad, Knaus mances in training sessions, was eventually offered a ros- helped her make the final cut on its national team.
for the 18-person World Cup squad, unveiled April 1. “When I read my name on the final roster list, all the hard work I had put in became 100 percent real, and I had to step back and appreciate how cool it all was,” Knaus said. “How often do you get the chance to represent a country while doing something you love?” Knaus being named to the team came as no surprise to current Gordon lacrosse head coach Cory Ward, who was an assistant when Knaus played there. Ward praised Knaus’ scoring ability and the outstanding energy level she displayed at Gordon. “Katie flies to the goal and has a knack for scoring quickly,” he said. “Teams did everything they could to try and stop her from scoring, but it was like they weren’t even there. She just doesn’t have an off switch.” Knaus said the lessons she learned about teamwork at Gordon prepared her well for the World Cup. “When I first got to college, See Lacrosse / Page 18
COMMENTARY: ‘Diamond’ in the rough By Kyle Swartz
Special to The Citizen
One New York Yankee prepares for departure despite calls to stay. Another is getting ready to return while many people seemingly want him to go. The difference is marked — and indicative of current Bronx woes — between Mariano Rivera and Alex Rodriguez. Rivera, New York’s homegrown closer since 1997, is the all-time saves leader. Even at 43 years old, well past typical baseball retirement age, he holds up as an elite-level competitor. That vicious cutter is still unhittable, shredding bats as it slashes through the strike
zone. Yet, #43 plans to hang up pinstripes for good upon season’s end. Yankee fans everywhere, naturally, would rather he not. Over 19 seasons, Rivera has maintained a stellar reputation, other than a few minor blips. (We refer to blaming others following certain blown saves in playoff games, notably the 2001 World Series). Regardless, his lasting image — besides as the top closer historically — will be as a beneficent teammate, opponent, and mentor/role model for young players. How a nice guy came to throw such a nasty cutter is a question for the ages. Then there’s A-Rod, in-
jured and unable to perform so far in 2013. Polarizing, narcissistic, overpaid, steroids-abuser, playoff disappointment, 2009 postseason hero, homerun champion, three-time MVP, best-ever: he’s been labeled it all to both extremes. Since 2011, Rodriguez has been a letdown, slugging 16 and 18 homeruns in 2011 and 2012, respectively. In those two years, the Yankees paid him $61 million. Including this year, they still owe him $114 million more. Meanwhile, he’s made more of an impact in New York recently atop tabloid covers than on the baseball diamond. Things reached a nadir on June 24. A-Rod Tweeted
that a doctor greenlit him to play baseball again. In response, New York’s normally carefully-worded General Manager Brian Cashman told ESPN that the third baseman “should just shut the [expletive] up,” and leave personnel announcements to the organization. This exchange led to a series of stories about whether Yankee management was fed up with their $114-million-dollar man. All the while, 2013 threatens to be a lost season in the Bronx. Besides A-Rod, several additional high-paid stars are out with injuries. While fill-ins achieved early, talent dearth has caught up. New York now sits in fourth place in the ultra-competi-
tive A.L. East. Sometimes, that’s the price to stockpiling expensive free agents. When they get hurt, their lavish salaries restrict a team’s ability to afford talented replacements, even in New York. Moreover, players who grew up in an organization — see Rivera or the injured Derek Jeter — may be more respectful to it than those brought in for big bucks like A-Rod. Wealthy franchises can mire themselves with pricy contracts which do not pan out and instead lead to fractured relations between team and player. Which is to say that nothSee Yankees / Page 18
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The Berlin Flag Football program will begin Saturday, September 7 and run for six weeks. Children entering second grade, first grade, kindergarten or pre-k in the fall are eligible to compete. Registration forms are available at www.berlinbears.com. Berlin High School football coach John Capodice will coordinate the program, assisted by BHS football players and coaches. For more information, contact Capodice, (860) 829 0284.
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ing is more valuable than homegrown talent. When a superstar has been born of a franchise, he typically has too much self-respect than to turn on what nurtured him. Yes, examples to the contrary abound (Clemens). But when an organization can form its
own leader, someone who bleeds for the team, it can be the making of championships: for instance, just look to the departing Rivera, the altruistic, dependable closer with five World Series rings. Kyle Swartz is editor of The North Haven Citizen and an editorial associate at the Record-Journal, Meriden.
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The U.S. Intercollegiate Team Figure Skating Championships were held in Hanover, New Hampshire at Dartmouth University this past April. The event is the culmination of the intercollegiate competition series, in which college athletes participate in competitions in their respective sections (Eastern, Midwestern and Pacific Coast) throughout the season. Skaters earned points for their teams based on their individual placements in each event. Nine U.S. collegiate teams comprised of more than 120 college athletes qualified for the national competition. Berlin High School graduate Briana Cass, a member of the Boston University Figure Skating Club, garnered the national title and a gold medal for Intermediate Ladies Short Program with a perfect score of 6.0. She earned a silver medal in the Intermediate Ladies Long Program, contributing to Boston University’s third place finish at the championships.
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I wanted to do everything myself and take it to the cage every time,” Knaus stated. “But over time, I realized how important it was to get your teammates involved and work in synch with them, and that by doing this we would all get better together.” The BLAX warmed up for the World Cup by winning the Down Under Cup in June. Also, the team competed against club and college teams in Maryland and Virginia. New Zealand kicked off the World Cup play July 12 with a 19-3 shellacking of Finland. Knaus tallied three goals in that one. New Zealand was outstanding in its first five matches, going 4-1 to win Pool D. Knaus selected the team’s 13-4 win over Ireland July 14 as its best performance of the tournament, stating that it came out ready to play and was outstanding on both ends. No. 7 seed BLAX could not (203) 317-2303 FAX (203) 235-4048
sustain that level of success in the Championship Round, however, as it was upset by No. 10 Israel July 17 and blown out by Japan the following day. The BLAX ended World Cup play with a 20-5 win over Austria to finish 5-3, good enough for 11th place in the 16-team field. “We played outstanding throughout the World Cup,” said Knaus, who scored 13 goals in Oshawa. “Our finish doesn’t give credit to the amazing lacrosse we played as a team. We became one team with one focus.” Knaus’ off-the field experiences there were every bit as memorable. Teams stayed together in one dorm, allowing players to make many friends from different countries. Also, during the World Cup, Knaus was able to spend lots of time with her family, who she had not seen in more than a year. Knaus is confident that New Zealand’s performance in the World Cup will help boost the popularity of the Cell: (860) 302-0379 advertising@theberlincitizen.com
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sport with girls in New Zealand. The sport is growing quickly at the high school level in the country, but is still in its infancy at the club and national level. In fact, the BLAX do not receive funding from the New Zealand government, meaning that players have to selffund their involvement with the team. All told, Knaus spent more than $20,000 while with the BLAX, a small amount of that coming from online donations. Knaus is hopeful the team’s World Cup showing will motivate the government to provide funding for it, and said she would be proud to be a catalyst for that decision. Unfortunately, Knaus has to leave New Zealand within the next few months, as her visa expires at the end of the year. She will miss her second home and playing with the national team, but plans to return to New Zealand for a visit as soon as she can. Though Knaus’ future is somewhat up in the air, she is not concerned. She plans to let her adventurous spirit guide her. “I know I want to continue playing lacrosse in one way or another,” she said. “I talked to some Canadian players at the World Cup about competing up there, and will look at other opportunities. I’m not sure what I’ll do for a career right now. We’ll see what the future brings.”
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1 Thursday Blood drive - The American Red Cross has scheduled a blood drive for Thursday, Aug. 1, from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., at The Cutting Edge, 146 Mill St. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Ryan Howard at (860) 8283428 or 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Boy Scouts – Boy Scout Troop 41, sponsored by Bethany Covenant Church, meets Thursdays, from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m., at the church. For more information, call Scoutmaster KC Jones at
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3 Saturday Berlin Historical Society Berlin Historical Society, 305 Main St., is open every Saturday, from 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission. View new exhibits including a collection of vintage lunch boxes, newly expanded displays on Berlin Iron Bridges, Simeon North’s mill and treasures from the archives. Permanent exhibits on Berlin bricks, tin,
toys and much more. For more information, call (860) 828-5114. Putt Putt tournament – The fourth annual Putt Putt for Charity mini-golf tournament is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 3, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Putter’s Paradise/ Berlin Batting Cages, 1801 Berlin Tnpk. The event includes golf, prizes, face painting, music and more. A fee is charged. Sponsored by the American Eagle Credit Union, proceeds benefit charitable organizations in local towns. For more information, visit americaneagle.org/minigolf. Register by Aug. 1.
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Boy Scout Troop 256 Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings, at the Kensington Firehouse. For information, call Ed Alicea, scoutmaster, at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scout Troop 44 - Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays, at 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church. For information, call the troop committee chair at (860) 829-1832. TOPS - TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a nonprofit, weight loss organization, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Cromwell Town Hall, 41 West St., second floor, suite 219. For more information, call Betty Waters at (860) 635-7020.
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Guart, Evan Hale, Alexander H umen, Ca ra Joh nso n, Matthew Kaczynski, Wojciech Kajzer, Julia Kemmling, Logan Kissane, Katherine Kolc, Kelsey Kozikowski, Kade Lamontagne, Megan Leary, Megan Leavenworth, Stephanie Lesmes, Emily Lombardo, Victoria Marino, Bryce Martin, Olivia Martino, Sarah Mogielnicki, Courtney Nelson, Tiffany Nguyen, Alec Norton, Mackenzie O’Connor, Daniel Paszkowski, Kirsten Petry, Jonathan Platosz, Anna Reyes, Lauren Roe, Kevin Rulka, Adam Rustico, Alexandra Schulz, Anthony Sisti, Daniela Sznaj, Lauren Trzasko, Katherine Wicander. Grade 9 - Hiba Ali, Rachael Aresco, Nicholas Baruffi, Andrew Bosco, Mikaela Bourgoin, Mackenzie Bowen, Lindsey Brochu, Allison Brown, Paul Choma, Emily Conticello, Evan Cornwall, M i c h a e l a D e h m , Jo d y DiCicco, Emily Dymczyk, Charles Esposito, Nicole Flaherty, Nicole Foertsch, Victoria Giaccone, Samantha Giardina, Michelle Grieco, Alan Guild, Ethan Hansen, Jacob Harris, Christopher
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Honors G ra d e 1 2 - M e l i n a Accarpio, Danielle Ayotte, Katherine Burek, Kimberly Caplik, Elsa Chase, Madeline Cirullo, Rebecca Clementino, Olivia Constantine, Thomas DeGroff, Tom Drozdzowski, Benjamin Durao, Jillian Ferraguto, Nathan Giaccone, Kristina Hagmeier, Emily Hamel, Olivia Jablonski, Sana Khan, Laura Kuzoian, Michael Lisitano, Brittany Lukasik, Alejandra Madrid, Courtney McCloskey, Briana McLoughlin, Brie Nickerson, Stefanie Parillo, Karlee
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Hungerford programs The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., has scheduled Summer Discovery classes for children in grades one to three. Classes are Aug. 5 to 9, for “Water Works,” and Aug. 12 to 16, for “Native Peoples,” from 9 a.m. to noon. A fee is charged. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. Through Labor Day, Hungerford is offering a discount on annual membership through Labor Day. For more information, call (860) 827-9064 or visit www. newbritainyouthmuseum.org.
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Each week The Berlin Citizen features a page focused on volunteer activities in our community. This is the place where your organization can post notices looking for volunteer help. It is the place where you can find opportunities to help others in your community. This is also the place where we publish photos and stories about local volunteer efforts that have made a difference. Tell us more about your organization and what part volunteers play in its success. Contact us at news@theberlincitizen.com.
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MidState Medical Center has a variety of volunteer opportunities available. Midstate Medical center is in the process of developing an extensive Palliative Care Program for patients, their families and members of the community. Bereavement volunteers will work closely with the chaplain to assist with the bereavement support group, provide bereavement materials for families and basically provide continuity for the family after the patient’s death. Office volun-
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Members of Congregational Church recently were at the New Britain Stadium to celebrate Berlin Congregational Church Night with the New Britain Rock Cats. In addition to cheering on the home team, the group also raised its voice in song, performing “God Bless America” during the 7th inning stretch.
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Hospital for Special Care Foundation, 2150 Corbin Ave., New Britain, accepts donations of used durable medical equipment and supplies: canes, walkers, tub and shower chairs, manual wheelchairs, commodes, and raised toilet seats. The equipment, not always covered by insurance, is made available, free-of-charge, to community members in need of these items. Equipment donations may be brought to the Equipment Exchange during weekday business hours. For more information, call (860) 612-6302.
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teers are needed for clerical and secretarial support to the Palliative Care Program and the Patient Care volunteers are at the bedside to give comfort and support to patients and their families who are receiving Palliative Care.
Extensive training for volunteers interested in joining the Palliative Care Program is planned. There are several departments looking for volunteers to make follow up or reminder phone calls to patients as well as keeping physicians’ offices informed of
patients who are admitted or discharged are available. For more information, visit midstatemedical.org, complete the volunteer application and background check and send to the Volunteer Office at MidState Medical Center.
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GARY WODATCH Debris Removal Of Any Kind. Homeowners, Contractors. Quick, Courteous Svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-2357723 Cell 860-558-5430 GARY Wodatch Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages. Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-2357723/Cell 860-558-5430 Pete In the PIckuP Junk Removal and More No Job too Big/Small We Do it All 203-886-5110
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C&M ConstruCtion *THE BATHROOM & REMODELING SPECIALIST* cmconstructionct.com 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488
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COSTAS Landscaping. Tree removal, chipper work, climbing, patios, comm/resid mowing, mulch, stone, more. Free scrap removal. CT Reg #635676. 860-729-2971 or 860-358-9696.
MNA Services MASONRY & CHIMNEY work. INSPECTIONS. Patios, walls, fireplaces. Chimney relining. Repointing and waterproofing. Fully lic. & ins. SENIOR DISC. FREE est. 203-714-7143
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 HEDGE TRIMMING RICK’S AFFORDABLE Pricker Removal, Mowing, Soil/Seed, Cleanups. Brush, Tree. No Job Too Big or Small. 15 Yrs Exp. 203-530-4447
Souza & Son MaSonry New Construction & Repairs, Masonry. Call 203-456-0914. www.themasonryshop. com HIC #0609635
Painting & Wallpapering EDDIE’S Total Home Exp HousePainting, Powerwashing, Decks, Int. Condos, Apts, ceilings, Sheetrock Repair. We do it all! CT#569864 203 824-0446
Over 25 yrs exp. Paving seal, coating, concrete work. CT Reg #0577005 203237-6058
Siding, Roofing, WindoWS, deckS, Remodeling gutteRS ct Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634
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FLAGGE TILE COMPANY All phases of ceramic tile, wood/laminate installations. TUB/TILE GLAZING. Please call 860-302-4525 CT HIC # 0626897
Roofing, Siding, WindoWS, Decks, Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634
BEAUTIFUL FARM FRESH Screened Top Soil, Fill, Sand & Stone, Mulch. Picked up or delivered. No min. Cariati Developers, Inc. 203-238-9846
Tree Services Siding, Roofing, WindoWS, deckS, SunRmS, AdditionS 203-237-0350 ct Reg. #516790
Bousquet Landscaping Stump Grinding and or Removal. Call (203) 886-6022
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KIA SORENTO 2006 4WD, Automatic $8,988 Stock# 3424A
MAZDA CX-7 2011 AWD, 4 Door $21,988 Stock# 3725A
SATURN VUE 2004 Stock# P4144 Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300
FOREIGN EXPERIENCE MEDIUM DUTY: PLENTY OF WORK/ FLEXIBLE HOURS/ PROFESSIONAL PARTS DEPT.
Kia Sportage LX 2006 Stock# 13-978A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300
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TOYOTA CAMRY 2006 4dr Sdn LE Auto $7,988 Stock# 9786A
JAGUAR JXR 2004 Stock # 1893 $13,969 Don’t Miss... Call Chris 203 250-5952 www.richardchevy.com
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Nissan Altima 2009 2 Dr Cpe, I4 CVT 2.5 S $14,988 Stock# 3225A
Partyka Chevrolet, Mazda, Isuzu (203) 288.7761
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Toyota Highlander 2005 Stock# 13-779A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300
Trucks & Vans
Chevy Silverado 2009 1500, Ext Cab, 4 WD $19,988 Stock #1349
Automobiles Wanted DON’T JUNK YOUR OLD CAR Mechanical Problems, Body Damage I Will Buy Your Car CASH at Market Value. Jeff (203) 213-1142
Help Wanted Mazda 3I 2010 Stock# 18753 $11,969 don’t MISS... call chrIS at 203-250-5952 www. rIchardchevy.coM
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Let Us Give You A Fresh Start Cars Starting At $199 Down 24 month/24000 Miles Warranty Tax, Title, Fees Additional Ask for Darrell 1 888 207-3682
Come Work with the BEST in a Franchised Favored Automotive Quality Shop. 52 Service Bays with Attached FULL SERVICE Body Shop MODERN EQUIPMENT! Family Owned and Operated AND Financially Stable since 1952 and Still Growing! Brand New Facility for Chevrolet, Mazda, and Isuzu. Massive State of the Art Service Facility seeking Qualified Professionals, Guaranteed Pay, Flat Rate, Excellent Benefits Package Includes: Paid Training, Medical, Dental, Retirement and Excellent Long Term Co-Workers! 24032D
We Accept All Trade-Ins Including Boats, Campers, Classic Cars, Motorcycles, Commercial Vehicles and More! Don’t miss... Call Chris at 203 250-5952 www.richardchevy.com
Mercury Villager 2001 $3,488 6 Cyl, 4 Spd Auto BUY HERE - PAY HERE! (203) 269-1106
Hyundai Sonata GLS 2001 $3,488 6 Cyl, 4 Spd Auto BUY HERE - PAY HERE! (203) 269-1106
TECHNICIANS NEEDED
ASE and Franchise Certification Helpful Find everything at our MarketGM CAR & TRUCK - MAZDA/ place.
Buying? Selling? Marketplace is the answer.
HYUNDAI SONATA 2008 Stock# 12-2024B Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300
Volkswagen New Beetle 2001 Stock# 13-992A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300
Long Term - Full Time Auto Technicians Who Take Pride in their Work Wanted for Stable Dealer Group
Volkswagen Jetta sel 2008 stock#18752 $12,750 Don’t miss... call chris at 203 250-5952 www. richarDcheVy.com
AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN If you’re committed to the highest standard of auto body repair and have ASE Certification with I Car Training, then Zoel’s Body and Auto Center is looking for you. We offer a clean working environment, state of the art equip. Exc pay & benefits. Call for appt (203) 237-6464
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
BEST CLEANERS Shirt Presser We currently have FT opportunity for a shirt presser. Hours are 8am until finish; Mon-Sat approx. 30 hrs/wk. Job requires an individual with a good attitude who is motivated to learn & is a team player. Benefits include: Health, dental, and life ins., paid vaca, birthdays and hol’s, FSA, uniforms, retirement plan, 401K plus more. Drug Screen required. Please apply in person: 94 Washington Avenue, North Haven (203) 234-2378
GENERAL LABOR BEAT THE HEAT!! ALL DEPTS HIRING! $450-$550/week potential We are ahead production & behind on staff. We are putting 20 people to work this week!! We will place & train motivated individuals into the following depts: SETUP & DISPLAY MANAGEMENT CUSTOMER SERVICE FT/PT available-come beat the rush & join our team!!!! Setting up interviews Mon & Tues. 860-329-0317 ctjobfair@gmail.com
Drivers: Home Weekly. Pay up to $.40/mi., 70% D & H/90% No Touch Freight. BCBS/Dental/ Vision/401k. Class A CDL 6 Months Exp. 877-7043773 DRIVERS - CDL A Dedicated local fleet. New-Late Model Tractors Need Domiciled Drivers for North Haven, CT. Trip Pay/Drop & HookSteady, YR Round Wk. TT W/1 YR EXP. Call: 800-882-6926. Apply On Our Website: www.cowansystems.com
PAINTERS Subs & Cold Callers Residential/Comm work. Call 1-800-462-3782 Ext 1279
Millions of people look to Marketplace everyday. It’s used news.
PAINTERS Wanted, 3 yrs exp, valid driver’s license, own transportation, neat appearance. Call 860482-8860
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Apartments For Rent
ROGERS ORCHARDS SOUTHINGTON, CT needs 6 temporary workers 8/1/2013 to 11/3/2013. Work tools, supplies, equipment provided without cost to worker. Housing will be available without cost to worker who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day. Transportation reimbursement and subsistence is provided upon completion of 15 days or 50% of the work contract. Work is guaranteed for 3/4 of the work days during the contract period. $10.91 per hr. Applicants to apply contact CT Department of Labor at 860-263-6020. Or apply for the job at the nearest local office of the SWA. Job order #4559148. May perform any combination of tasks related to the production and harvesting of apples, pears. peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots including pruning, thinning, hoeing, baiting, irrigating, mowing, fertilizing and harvesting. Workers will be using straight and step ladders and will be required to lift approx 40 lbs while descending and ascending ladder on sustained basis. At least 2 months experience in duties listed required.
M.D. Lawn Care. Hedge Trimming or Grass Cutting for $100. Free Est. Call 203-6309832
Houses For Sale
Meriden For Sale By Owner 33 John George Drive Great Location! 3 Bedroom Colonial 3.5 Baths 2 Walk-In Closets Living Room, Dining Room Finished Basement w/Bar 2 Car Garage .35 acres $335,000 203 988-8133 203 599-5254
Mobile Homes For Sale MERIDEN/Wallingford Newer Double Wide. 2 BR, 2 BA, Central Air, Mint Condition in Up Scale Park. $79,900! Call 203-799-7731 Also available, Brand New 2 BR in Upscale Park. $59,900! Financing Available. Call 203-799-7731
Houses For Rent Wallingford 6 RM House with beautiful yard! 3 BR, 2 Full BA. HW Flrs, DR, W/D Hookup. Double Driveway. No Pets. Availiable 8/01 20354-6190
MER. Furnished Apts. East Side Incl Heat, HW, Elec. 2nd floor Studio, $180/ week+security. Call 203-630-3823 12pm-8pm or www.meridenrooms. com MERIDEN. 2 BR, 1st flr $800. Appls incl. 1 mos rent, 1 mos sec. No pets. 46-48 Elliot St, nice st, off st parking. 203-836-4321
Find everything at our Marketplace.
MERIDEN 1023 OlD COlONy RD. 2 BR AvAIlABlE Starting at $800. Heat & HW incl. Off St. Parking. 203-886-7016
MERIDEN 1023 Old Colony Rd. 2 BR Available Starting at $800. Heat & HW incl. Off St. Parking. 203-886-7016 MERIDEN 1BR Stove & Refrigerator, Heat & Hot Water incl. Lease, Sec & Refs. 203- 2397657 or 203-314-7300 MERIDEN 1 BR, 2nd Floor New Carpets, Washer & Dryer available. Ample parking. No pets. $775 per month plus Security. 203-376-1259
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Apartments For Rent
Cindy’s Unique Shop MERIDEN Crown Village CONSIGNMENT 2 BR Just renovated. H 32 North Colony Street & HW included. Pool acWallingford cess. $945/mo plus sec. (203) 269-9341 ALWAYS BUYING Avail immed. L & E Prop Hand Tools. Old, Used, 2 levels, 1800 SF of ConMgmt 203-886-8808 and Antique Hand Tools. signed Home Decor & FurCarpentry, Machinist, nishings. 30 Day Layaways Engraving and Workbench Available. $5 Off a purchase MERIDEN Spacious 2 BR, Tools. If you have old or $25 or more. $10 off a pur5 Room, 1st Flr Apt. New used tools that are no chase $100 or more. Check kitchen & Paint. Located us out on Facebook. Ample longer being used, call with in Bradley Park Section of Free Parking in Our Lot. confidence. Fair & friendly Meriden. Call Doug for inoffers. Please call Cory Free Gift w/$15 or more formation 203 235-0840 860-322-4367 purchase. Summer Hours Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 9:30-5 MIDDLETOWN 1 BR Apt Thurs 9:30-6, Sat 10-5, Sun with Garage. Avail imClosed med. Located 1/4 mile from East St/Middle St. intersection in Westfield Furniture Section of Middletown. & Appliances $790/ mo. Call 860 3464619 after 7pm Summer SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR $695/month. HEAT, HOT WATER & ELECTRIC INCLUDED. Private Balcony. 203-639-4868 WALLINGFORD 2 BR, 1,200 SF Apt, 3rd Fl. Near Choate. New kitchen & windows, Hdwd floors, fully applianced, WD hookup. $925. 203-2659871 WALLINGFORD Historic District, 1 BR, Newly Remodeled, Quaint Apt! BR & BA on 2nd Flr, Off St. Park. No Smoking/Pets, Heat Incld. $900/mo. (203) 488-7163
Rooms For Rent MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS. Includes Heat, HW, Elec, Kit Priv, East Side. Off-St Parking. $125/wk.+ sec. Call 128pm 203-630-3823 or www.Meridenrooms.com
MERIDEN-1BR, 3rd floor Apt, central location, W/D North Haven Meadowstone hookup, $675/mo, sec Motel Off I-91. Satellite TV. dep & credit check req. Short Stay/Daily/ Wkly. On No pets. Call 203-715Bus Line. 203-239-5333 7508.
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AFFORDABLE Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators and Stoves. Appliance Repairs Will Deliver 203-284-8986
Miscellaneous For Sale Boston Red sox Bus tRips August 4th & 29th Box Seats, Coach bus, Convenient Parking. $90 pp. Call 203-605-2087
PROFORM 390E ELLIPTICAL, I-pod hookup, bought in 2010. Great condition. Asking $275. 203-530-6113
Wood / Fuel & Heating Equip 20% OFF SUMMER SALE! Cleanest seasoned firewood in the state! $190 Full cord delivered. Discounts over 2, over 4 and picked up. South Meriden. Mike 203 631-2211
Jewelry
MERIDEN 3 BR. 2nd Fl. Clean. Well maintained. 6 Gold Street. Large BRs, Sunny Kitchen. WD hookup. $890. Call Will 860-801-1891 MERIDEN 4 BR, 2 BA, 2nd Flr. $1125/mo. Avail. immed. 2 BR, $700, avail 8/1. Plus sec & utils. 230 West Main St. Call 203886-8808. Home Sweet Homes
MERIDEN 6 Rooms, 3 bedrooms, appliances, washer/ dryer hookups, off street parking. $950/month + security. 203-537-7446
Wanted to Buy
Pets For Sale BICHON FRISE Lovable. 8 Year old male Great personality. Great temperament. Lap dog. White. Great family pet! Moving-must sell. $100 203-715-6072
Antiques & Collectibles ALL CASH FOR MILITARY ITEMS 203-237-6575
Swimming Pools & Spas
LAP DOG Beautiful lovable adult 12 lb. Pom. Free to good home. (860) 621-5466
HOT TUB: 5/6 person, 40 jets w/ all options. Never used. Cost $7000, Sacrifice $2950. Can Deliver. 203-232-8778
Lawn and Garden
Wanted to Buy
CRAFTSMAN Lawn Tractor. 15.5 HP, IC, Electric Start, 42 inch Mower, 6 speed. Good Condition! Asking $500 Call 203314-8181
MERIDEN Furniture ClEaN 1 Rm Efficiency & Appliances 2nd Fl. Randolph Ave. Utilities included. No $150 QUEEN MATTRESS pets. $450. 2 months SET: Brand name and brand security. Credit check renew. Still in the plastic. quired. 203-284-0597 Call/Text Jim 860-709-7667
1, 2 or 3 Items or an estate $$$ CA$H $$$ 203-237-3025 Estate sale service. Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings, Meriden-made items, toys, lamps 1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates. 203-238-3499
Marketplace Ads
(203) 238-1953 ALWAYS Buying machinist tool boxes, tools & bench vises. (860) 985-5760
CITY RECYCLING CASH for scrap steel, copper, aluminum, cars & trucks! CALL 860-522-9273 30 Fishfry St, Hartford, CT
DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate. 203-235-8431 WANTED Fishing Tackle & Hunting Items. Local Collector looking for old/ new rods, reels, lures. highest prices paid. Call Dave 860-463-4359
Music Instruments & Instruction ElEctric Guitar - Epiphone SG Special Edition - Cherry Red, Mint condition, barely used, needs to be restrung. Carry bag included. Amplifier - Line 6 amp (spider 3- 15 watt8 inch). Asking $280 or best offer. Call 860-4165988 - Ask for Aaron
Music By RoBeRta PeRfoRMance & instRuction Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome. Piano Lessons Beginner to Intermediate. (203) 630-9295 YAMAHA Spinet Piano Maple Finish. Only 52 Keys. (203) 269-7845
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SALE DATES: Thurs. August 1 -August 7, 2013 Ninja®
JOB LOT
Alpha®
Mosquito Trap
• 0.5 acre range, 90 ft coverage • Multifrequency light emitting diodes with dual frequency UV LEDs • 9.5”x9.5”x12.5”
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Ninja Express ChopTM
Master PrepTM Food & Drink Maker
Chops, grinds, blends, minces Remanufactured
Bug Zapper
5
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Quad blade technology Includes 48 oz pitcher & 2 cup processor
STORE HOURS: Mon-Sat 8am-9pm; Sunday 9am-8pm Westinghouse®
UltraPro® Work Gloves
Solar Lights
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100% Cotton. Sizes 30-40 9 Island colors!
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Sierra II Gazebo 10’x10’
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Mens Outer Banks Polos
Print Dresses
19999 Comp. $300
Regency 10’x12’
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1 Gallon Liquid Shock OR 1 lb. Powdered Shock
44999 Comp. $600
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8’6” Affinity Sit In Kayak
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4 Position High Back EZ In EZ Out Aluminum Chair
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Pulsating Sprinkler
3000 S.F Oscillating Lawn Sprinkler
23308R
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Latex-ite Driveway Sealers
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Microfiber Sheet Sets ON SALE!
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Over The Door Mirror 12”x48”
50
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WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES!
Queen Supreme Airbed
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Grill Covers
25 2/$ 5
The closest you can come to a regular mattress!
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7’ Sun Block Tilting Beach Umbrella OR 5 Position Aluminum Chair
Soft Sided Rolling Cooler 60 Can Extra thick insulation leak proof liner Comp. $49
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41” Hard Slick Performance Board
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25lb Signature Blend 7lb Cardinal Blend
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20
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7 Position Backyard & Beach EZ In EZ Out Aluminum Chair
35
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20lb Country Blend
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SUREFIT Slip Covers
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50lb Black Oil Sunflower Seed
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Aveeno®
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Famous Label Capris
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Suncare Sprays & Lotions
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20
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Furniture Protectors
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Capacity 295lbs
888
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3” Jumbo Tabs •Quick Tabs •8 oz Sticks
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Comp. $25
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Dept. & Pro Shop Golf Shirts
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