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Town officials mull options for Kensington Dam’s future
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The Town Council is considering repairing or removing Kensington Dam on Railroad Pond.
Volunteers for a local refugee advocacy organization will speak at Berlin-Peck Memorial Library later this month.
“I have to present the options,” said Jack Healy, temporary town manager and public works director.
“They’re different from immigrants,” said Hope Lennartz, a volunteer for Refugee Advocacy Services. “The only way they can save their families is to leave.”
Healy said at a meeting Tues-
The Mattabasset River flows through a snowy landscape into Railroad Pond. | File photo, The Berlin Citizen
day, March 7 that the town was required to take action after state inspections called for repairs. The town hired Macchi Engineers to do a study that determined re-
pairs would cost $1.2 million and removal would cost $1.1 million. “I think we need to talk to the See Dam, A2
History event to focus on old train station By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
The Berlin Historical Society is giving residents a chance to share their memories of the old Berlin train depot in downtown Kensington.
The Berlin Train Station in 1900 following a fire. | Bill Sample, Contributed
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Lennartz and Abdullah, left, Fatema, fellow volun- right, and their son teer Solange Ayham, 5, in New Rossignol Haven. | Pat Eaton-Robb, will be at the Associated Press library on Wednesday, March 22 at 6:30 p.m. Most of the refugees that their organization helps are from Syria. “Aleppo is pretty much gone, most of the cities are gone, most are in rubble,” Lennartz said. “These are just folks that got stuck in the crossfire.”
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The dam, also known as Railroad Pond Dam or Marjorie Moore Dam, holds water from the Mattabesset River to create the pond. The last time the dam was fixed was 35 years ago.
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“It’s really an explanation of what refugees go through,” she said. “We’ve never done this before.” The vetting process for refugees can take two years or longer, Lennartz explained. “They wait for the interviews ... then they’re re-interviewed a few months
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answers are the same or they 87 High Road won’t be allowed in,” sheKensington, CT Phone 860-223-5492 said. Lennartz said she hopes people come to the library discussion with an open mind. “We as volunteers are trying to show them how good America is,” she said. “But then they see hate from others.” To register for the talk, call the library at 860-828-7126, or visit berlinpeck.org.
Healy said residents near the pond would see property values drop approximately $10,000 if the dam is removed. The pond is bounded by Main Street, Whispering Brook Drive, Town Hall and Kensington Road. “I think the residents in the area would prefer to see the dam remain,” he said.
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Lorraine Stub, Berlin Historical Society secretary, compiled a history of the dam for Healy’s report to the council. A historic study is required before a dam can be removed. The dam was constructed between 1901 and 1905 to create a dependable water supply for railroad operations. Removing the dam was also considered in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Healy said though the dam needs repairs, it is not in danger of failing.
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Lennartz, a retired teacher and nurse, is tutoring a mother and child who are learning English. Other volunteers recruit translators from local mosques, help with transportation and teach refugees basic skills.
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The society will hold its 10th “story share” on Wednesday, March 22 at 1 p.m. at the Berlin Senior Center, 33 Colonial Drive. The focus will be on the 116-year-old station, which was recently demolished after a fire in December. Caliandri said the history of the station does not begin at the Depot Road location. The station was originally on Four Rod Road and moved to Depot Road by 1855, according to maps of Hartford County.
Stub said she has heard from residents who recall being at the station when they sent loved ones off to service in World War II. Others, like Bill Sample, have shared their experiences of working at the station.
Edge said the story share will be a great opportunity to highlight the downtown area. Stub said over 100 people have attended the story share sessions.
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“To me it was a key component of town,” said Lorraine Stub, the society secretary. “It was very unique.”
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“A lot of people don’t realize that Kensington Center didn’t really exist until the station came,” said Sallie Caliandri, a member of the society’s board of directors. “It became a destination.”
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Calendar Thursday, March 16 Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to meet Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Community Center, 230 Kensington Road. Stop in or call Mike Neault, Scoutmaster, at 860-828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 41 meets Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call 860-829-1148 or email jones327@comcast.net.
Storytime - A free storytime and craft session is scheduled for Thursdays, 9 to 10 a.m., at The Sloppy Waffle, 2551 Berlin Turnpike. For information, visit thesloppywaffle.com. Blood drive - The American Red Cross has scheduled a blood drive for Thursday, March 16, 1 to 6 p.m., at St. Paul Church, 485 Alling St. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org.
Garden Club - The Kensington Garden is scheduled to meet Thursday, March 16, 5:30 p.m., at the Community Center for a business meeting followed by a virtual tour of international gardens enjoyed by members.
Friday, March 17 Racing show - Racing Action Today, hosted by Berlin native Larry Mongillo, airs every Friday, 8 p.m., on Comcast cable channel 5.
Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “The Seven Year Itch” for Friday, March 17, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-8291248 or visit www.ctcabaret. com.
Saturday, March 18 Pancake breakfast - The Kiwanis Club of Berlin has scheduled its 23rd annual Upbeat Pancake breakfast for Saturday, March 18, 7:30 to 11 a.m.,
at the American Legion Hall, 154 Porters Pass. A fee is charged. Proceeds benefit the Berlin High School Upbeat program. Tickets are available at the door. Blood drive - The American Red Cross has scheduled a blood drive for Saturday, March 18, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Italian Independent Political Club, 16 Harding St. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767. Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “The Seven Year Itch” for Friday, March 4, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www.ctcabaret.com.
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Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. --- Matthew 5:16
The 23rd annual Ukrainian Easter Festival is scheduled for Saturday, April 1, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 54 Winter St., New Britain. Free admission. The event features Ukrainian breads, Ukrainian Easter eggs (pysanky), embroidery, tag sale, baked goods, Ukrainian gifts and cards and ethnic foods. Take-out is available. For more information, call 860-229-3383 or 860-677-2138.
Pet show, Blessing of the Animals Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, has scheduled its second annual Pet Show and Blessing of the Animals for Saturday, May 20, rain or
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Approximately 75 Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and leaders attended Mass at St. Paul Church on Scout Sunday, March 5. Scouts were members of Cub Scout Pack 41 of Griswold Elementary School and St. Paul School; Cub Scout Pack 5 of Willard Elementary School; and Boy Scout Troops 24, 41 and 44.
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“Dolly” (Vicchitto) Gostyla, 92, of Meriden, died Thursday, March 9, 2017, at New Britain Hospital for Special Care. She was the loving wife of the late Albert F. Gostyla for 70 years. She was born in Middletown, on July 9, 1924, a daughter of the late Dominic and Constantina Carta Vicchitto. Violet was employed for 42 years by New Departure and had been a parishioner of St. Stanislaus Church. Raised on a dairy farm helped her develop a love for farming and gardening. She gardened most of her life and even raised chickens for a number of years. She loved the New England Patriots and was an avid New York Yankees fan, but didn’t mind the family rivalry rooting for the Boston Red Sox. Family was an important part of her life, loved vacationing, cooking for family gatherings, baking Christmas cookies, playing Setback, catching blue crabs on Connecticut shore line, and sharing her knowledge of cooking, baking, and gardening with her beloved grandchildren. She is survived by her daughters, Nancy Taylor
Southington, Carol Neckermann and husband, Jim, of Berlin; her grandchildren, David Taylor, of Southington, Amy Cooper and husband, Todd, of Southington, Holly Neckermann, of Philadelphia, Pa., and Christopher Neckermann, of Middletown; and great-granddaughters, Kaylee and Emily Cooper; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, Rosario, and Joseph Vicchitto; her sisters, Rose Mancarella, Angelina Gostyla, and Josephine Passinese. A Mass of Christian burial was be celebrated on Monday, March 13, at St. Stanislaus Church in Meriden. Interment took place in St. Stanislaus Cemetery in Meriden. The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St. Ext., Wallingford, has been entrusted with the arrangements. Gifts in her memory may be sent to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016; or to the Monsignor Bojnowski Manor, 50 Pulaski St., New Britain, CT 06053. www.wallingfordfh.com
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BERLIN — David Roy Guite, 74, of Berlin, died Friday, March 10, 2017, at the Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain. Born in New Britain, the son of George R. and Edna (James) Guite, he was a lifel o n g B e rlin resident. A graduate of Berlin High School, class of 1960 , he was a tool and die maker by trade, working at Supreme Tool & Die, Hartford; Nutmeg Tool & Die, New Britain; Raymond Engineering, Middletown; Teleco Oilfield Services, Meriden, and Cidra, Wallingford. He was a former member and past president of the Berlin Volunteer Fire Department, a Weblo Scout Leader, and assistant coach of Berlin Little League. Dave leaves behind his loving wife, Maureen (Meligonis) Guite, whom he
married Oct. 10, 1964; two sons, Alan D. Guite and his fiancé, Lee Housley, Jay Guite and his wife, Mary Sue Guite; a granddaughter, Amber L. Guite; three grandsons, David A. Guite, Garrett J. Guite, and Ian M. Guite; a sister-in-law, Audrey (Meligonis) and her husband, BobBushey; five nieces; and one nephew. Funeral services will be held Thursday, (TODAY), at 9 a.m. from the Farrell Funeral Home, 110 Franklin Square, New Britain, with a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 48 Cottage St., East Berlin. Burial will follow in Maple Cemetery, Worthington Ridge, Berlin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Berlin Volunteer Fire Department, 1657 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, CT. 06037 or to Sacred Heart Church c/o St. Paul’s Parish, 461 Alling St., Kensington, CT. 06037. To send a condolence, please visit www.FarrellFuneralHome. com.
Construction schedule altered Due to this week’s snowstorm, the night work scheduled to occur Friday, March 17 to Sunday, March 19, will now begin on Friday, March 24 at 10 p.m. and continue through 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 26. Construction activity is between Camels Back and Main Street in Berlin. There will be construction noise throughout this period and temporary lighting to sup-
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BERLIN — Joanne (Cerpovicz) Temple, 48, of Berlin, died Monday, March 6, 2017, at home with her family at her side. Born in New Britain, daughter of John Cerpovicz and the late Jane (Sanford) Cerpovicz, she graduated from Berlin High School, was employed at Roger’s Marketplace, and was most recently employed by Companions and Homemakers. In addition to her father, she is survived by her daughter, Bobbi Temple, her son, Jordan Temple, both of Berlin; her sister, Jennifer Godfrey, of New Britain; and many aunts, uncles; cousins; and best friends including Phyllis, Marybeth, Kim, and Beth. A memorial service will be held Friday, March 17, at 12 p.m. at Porter’s Funeral Home, 111 Chamberlain Highway in Berlin. Burial in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain, will be at the convenience of the family. Friends and relatives are invited to call at the funeral home Friday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Berlin Volunteer Fire Department, 1657 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, CT 06037. Directions to the funeral home can be found at www.portersfuneral.com.
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ton Congregational Church has scheduled “Meaningful Magic” with magician David Reed-Brown for Tuesday, March 21, 7 p.m., at the church, 312 Percival Ave. The performance is suitable for all ages, and is open to the public. A fee will offering will be accepted. For more information, call the church at 860-828-4511.
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The United Methodist Lenten season schedule Church of East Berlin, 139 The Prince of Peace Lutheran Main St., East Berlin, schedChurch has scheduled “Soup ules Sunday services for 10 a.m. and Something” with other churches every Wednesday Sacred Heart Church during Lent. Potluck dinMasses are scheduled for ner at 6 p.m.; worship at 7 Sundays, 9:30 a.m. 48 Cotp.m. March 22 at Prince of tage St., East Berlin. For Peace; March 29 at St. John’s more information, call Lutheran Church, 294 Arch 860-828-0154. St., New Britain and April 5 at First Lutheran Church of Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal the Reformation, 77 FrankChurch lin Square, New Britain. For Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal more information, call 860Church, 68 Main St., East 828-5079 or visit princeofBerlin, Sunday Eucharist, 9 peacelutheran06037.com. a.m. The Prince of Peace LuSt. Paul Church theran Church, 1103 Chamberlain Highway, schedules Mass schedule - Saturdays, 4 Sunday worship service at p.m.; Sundays, 7:30, 9, 10:30 10:15 a.m. Call 860-828-5079 a.m. and noon. 485 Alling St. or visit princeofpeaceluCall 860-828-0331. theran06037.com.
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From A4 day, March 19, 1 p.m., at PetSmart, 278 New Britain Ave. For more information, call 860-479-5173 or visit www.hucatrescue.org. Pancake breakfast - The Italian Political Independent Club, 16 Harding St., has scheduled an “all-you-caneat” pancake breakfast for Sunday, March 19, 9 a.m. to noon. A fee is charged. Tickets are available in advance at the club or at the door. For more information, call 860-828-9010.
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Tuesday, March 21 Magician - Kensington Congregational Church has scheduled “Meaningful Magic” with magician David Reed-Brown for Tuesday, March 21, 7
Pasta supper - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules a pasta supper for Tuesdays, 5 to 6:30 p.m. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. For more information, call 860-828-9102 after 5 p.m. Coffee and conversation - Speaker of the House Joe Aresimowicz and state Rep. Cathy Abercrombie have scheduled coffee and conversation for Tuesday, March 21, 8 to 9 a.m., at Uncle D’s Diner, 869 Mill St. The public is welcome. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For more information, call 860-828-8693. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop
44 meets Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the St. Paul Church parish hall, 467 Alling St. For more information, call Tony deRito at 860-829-9879. Sunrise Rotary Club - The Sunrise Rotary Club meets Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For information, call Amy at 860-829-4900 or visit www. kensingtonrotary.org.
Wednesday, March 22 Story Share - Berlin Historical Society has scheduled a Story Share, “Remembering the Berlin Depot,” for Wednesday, March 22, 1 to 3 p.m., at the Senior Center, 33 Colonial Drive. The event is free. Registration is required at 860-828-7006.
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Friday, March 31 Bunny Bash - Hubbard Elementary School PTO has scheduled its Bunny Bash for Friday, March 31, 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Berlin High School, 39 Patterson Way. A fee is charged. The event includes appetizers, dessert, activities, raffles and silent auction. For more information, call 860-828-4119.
Sunday, April 9 Pancake breakfast - Boy Scout Troop 256’s ninth annual “All-You-Can-Eat” Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny is Sunday, April 9, 8 a.m. to noon, at Italian Club, 16 Harding St. A fee is charged. Photo with the Easter Bunny available for additional fee. Contact Lisa at 860-798-5192, lacarlone@ comcast.net or Caroline at 860-826-1334.
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project were used. Untrue.
Paonessa decries the fact that the high school was Residents at Marjorie allowed to go into disMoore recently had the repair, but fails to menpleasure of attending a tion how his Republican Valentine’s Day tea hosted colleagues continually by Girl Scout Troop 66209. opposed funds to keep the The scouts did a wonbuilding in repair. At least derful job. They served he didn’t repeat the lie our tea in china cups and that the project costs over saucers. $100 million. To the editor:
The luncheon of sandwiches and finger foods was great. There was also a great arrangement of desserts including a banana cake that was beautifully decorated by a 12-year-old girl.
Councilman Paonessa complains that now taxpayers will have to pay for the renovation of Berlin High School; forgetting that Berlin taxpayers overwhelmingly voted to spend the money necessary to renovate Thank you to all who took the high school (a fact part. that Berlin Republicans Rose Garuti seem unable to accept or Berlin acknowledge).
Rewriting history To the editor: Like his Republican colleagues, Charles Paonessa, Berlin town councilman, has a lot of trouble with graciousness. In his commentary in the Feb. 23 edition of The Berlin Citizen, Paonessa continues to repeat the Republican mistruths about the high school renovation. He claims that no one knows what portion of the project is the responsibility of Berlin voters. Untrue. He claims that tax dollars not designated for the
Paonessa called the ribbon cutting of the renovated Berlin High School a great event. And it was. But he failed to mention that it was an event that would never have happened if he and his fellow Republicans had their way. While happy to take credit for the project at the ribbon cutting, they were unwilling to cast a single vote to make it happen.
Kato (above left) is a handsome white and buff male who was left on the front steps when his family was evicted. Kato is friendly, social and enjoys lots of attention, including belly rubs. Carlos is a red tabby. He is a cowardly lion; gentle, quiet and sweet, but spooks easily. A nurturing home would be best for him. Carlos (above right) does like dogs and is good with other cats. Both boys, as well as many other cats, will be at the adoption event on Sunday, March 19, 1 p.m., at PetSmart, 278 New Britain Ave. Plainville. For more information, visit www.hucatrescue.org, call 860-479-5173 or email hucatrescue@gmail. com.
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Councilman Paonessa proclaimed the renovated Berlin High School a “milestone” for the community, but his comments suggest otherwise. Julie Erickson Kensington
Government Meetings Monday, March 20 Board of Assessment Appeals, Town Hall, 6 p.m. Commission for the Aging, Senior Center, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 21 Board of Assessment Appeals, Town Hall, 6 p.m. Town Council, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Thursday, March 23 Planning & Zoning Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m.
Public Building Commission, 238 Kensington Road, 7 p.m. Monday, March 27 Board of Education, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Kensington Fire District, 947 Farmington Ave., 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 28 Water Control Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals, Town Hall, 7 p.m.
Miss Princess, above left, was surrendered when her family moved into a “no pets” apartment. She is a sweet, talkative girl who acts more like a dog than a cat. Miss Princess is a pretty orange tabby who will make a great addition to someone’s home. Sparky, above right, was found wandering the streets. He is a sweet little dog but can be timid around men and teenagers. Chihauhaus can be protective, so a home without small children is recommended. For more information, call FOBAC at 860-828-5287. Visit www.fobac.org for an online application.
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School News Dean’s list Merrimack College, Massachusetts - Taylor Budney, Karlee Pedemonti of Berlin; Kathleen Bosse of East Berlin. Salve Regina University, Rhode Island - Kimberly Caplik of Berlin.
Scholarships The Robert T. Kenney Scholarship Program at the American Savings Foundation is accepting applications for high school seniors, college stu-
dents and nontraditional adult students enrolled in college for the 2017-18 academic year. For more information, criteria and applications, call 860-8272556 or visit www.asfdn. org. Deadline is Friday, March 31. The New Britain-Berlin Rotary Club plans to award four scholarships to area high school seniors who plan to pursue bachelor’s degrees who are New Britain-Berlin residents. One award will See Schools, A15
Fritz Schmalberger, of the Berlin Lions Club, recently attended an Interact meeting at Berlin High School to present a check of $1,600 to the club. The money was earned from the recycling collected at the Berlin Fair.
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Senior News AARP Meetings - The Berlin AARP Chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 21, 12:15 p.m., at the Senior Center. Entertainment by the Irish step dancers from the Shamrock School of Dance is planned. Class - The Seniors Safe Drivers Class, sponsored by AARP Chapter 3035, is scheduled for Tuesday, March 28, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Community Center. Completion of the class provides a certificate that entitles a discount on car insurance premium. Registration is required. For more information and to register, call Barbara Dixon at 860-828-6295.
Skin care program A free program regarding skin care tips, sun protection and skin cancer protection is scheduled for Tuesday, March 28, 1 p.m., at the Senior Center. Space is limited, registration is required. For more information, call 1-855-442-4373.
Mammograms Hartford Hospital Mobile Mammography is scheduled to provide digital screening mammograms on Tuesday, April 11, at the Senior Center. The screenings are offered to women over the age of 40 who have not had a mammogram in the past 12 months and one day. Registration is available at the Senior Center or by calling 860-
Senior Menus Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at 860-6708546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested.
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Monday, March 20: Balsamic roasted pork loin, egg noodles, zucchini, 12 gain bread, applesauce.
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Volunteer Driver program The Community Renewal Team, Inc., RSVP team initiated the Volunteer Medical Transportation Program to help bridge the transportation gap facing seniors 55+ who experience challenges getting to non-emergency medical appointments in their hometown or nearby. The program serves seniors and veterans from the towns of Berlin, Southington and New Britain.
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For more information, or if a senior or veteran is in need of a ride, contact Delores Wisdom, program coordinator, at 860-760-3077 or email wisdomd@crtct.org.
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Wii Bowling — Fridays at 12:45 p.m. Fun and easy exercise. For information, call Tina or Jane at 860-828-7006.
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Berlin High School’s Interact Club is helping prom dreams come true with donations for those unable to afford a dress for the big night. “Any donation is greatly appreciated,� said Nicole Cyr, club president and collection chair. Interact will give the dresses to the West Hartford-based Dresses donated to Princess and the Prom as part of organization, Princess and BHS Interact Club’s 2016 dress drive. the Prom, which donates | Princess and the Prom, contributed dresses to girls in need. Dresses can be dropped off at BHS or at Good Cause Gifts on Main Street in Berlin. Anyone who brings a dress to Good Cause Gifts will receive 10 percent off a purchase at the store.
All dresses are being accepted, including bridal, cocktail and prom gowns. Monetary donations are also appreciated. Last year, Interact was able to donate more than 120
dresses to Princess and the Prom. The dress collection ends Friday, March 17. For more information, contact Nicole Cyr at berlininteract@ gmail.com.
CT 06050-1794 or at www. newbritain-berlinrotary. be made to an Interact Club org. Deadline is Friday, April member from New Britain 7. For more information, High School and Berlin High contact Michael Gorzoch at School, one award, the Judith 860-612-0305. W. Brown Scholarship, will be made to an outstanding Grad party female and one award will be made to a Rotoract Club Signs — The Berlin High member from Central ConSchool Class of 2017 All necticut State University. Night Graduation Committee Applications are available in offers blue reflective signs for the guidance offices of New purchase. The reflective sign Britain High School, Berlin helps emergency responders High School and E.C. Good- locate an address. For more win Technical High School. information, contact Lilly The Rotoract Scholarship Philippon at 860-829-1186, application is available wl4phil@gmail.com. through the Rotoract Club at CCSU. Applications may also The Citizen prints scholastic achievements of local be obtained by sending a self-addressed stamped reg- students. Company policy requires verification from ular sized envelope to: New the school, i.e., a copy of the Britain-Berlin Rotary Club, letter, email or certificate reScholarship Committee, ceived by the student. P.O. Box 1794, New Britain,
Brewery eyes fall opening at Berlin site By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
Concentric Brewing Co. is planning to open in early fall and is looking for grant money to improve its Farmington Avenue location.
Concentric would be the first brewery in town. Peichert and co-owners Brian Aida, of Middletown, and Josh Superchi, of Cheshire, discussed plans for the brewery with the Economic Development Commission Monday, March 6.
The brewery is seeking a $40,000 facade grant from the town for improvements to the building at 819 Farmington Ave., which previously housed A.S. Labieniec Inc. The town received the grant money through the state’s Small Town Economic Assistance Program. See Brewery, A17
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Krzykowski and Titan are responsible for the apprehension of multiple suspects and helping take narcotics off the street. Titan has also been called to assist several surTitan is an 8-year veteran of rounding agencies in trackthe Berlin Police Department ing suspects and narcotics
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“This building is very visible, and when you pull into the Berlin station and you’re on the train, it’s one of the few things you see,” Peichert said. The brewery will have an industrial style with black metal awnings and will include a taproom and outdoor patios.
Concentric brewery.
| David Peichert, contributed
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Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.
Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
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476 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-535-0149 Family owned/operated. Former proprietors of the Neptune Diner in Wallingford. Extensive menu for all tastes. Breakfasts, luncheons and special dinners. All baking on premises.
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320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years. Daily specials and full liquor available.
124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford! Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.
611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for old-fashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.
151 Queen St, Southington, CT 06489 (860) 621-9474 eddiessombrero.com For the best in Tex Mex Mexican Cuisine since 1996. Call for Party Packages & Special Events! Senior Sun. Buy 1 Entree get 1 1/2 off. Kids Eat Free Tues. w/ Purchase of 1 Adult Entree. Like us on FB.
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83 Mill Street - Rt. 372 Berlin, CT 06037 (860) 828-3922 Family owned diner. Minutes off the Berlin tpke. Breakfast special 6am-3pm- 2 eggs, homefries & toast. Coffee or tea. $4.99 Mon.-Fri.! Open 7 days a week. God Bless America
Ridgeside Tavern
99 Powder Hill Road Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 852-5444 www.fireattheridge.com Causal neighborhood dining with beautiful mountain views. Craft beers/ cocktails specials, weekly live music and tap takeovers. There’s always something special going on inside the Tavern!
Sweet Mango
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Family Owned Japanese & Thai Asian Cuisine. Family Friendly and fun atmosphere. Specialty cocktails and delicious desserts. We offer catering & party trays for your next event! Like us on FB & yelp! Order online! Open 365 days a year
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Berlin High School Hall of Fame inductees Entering the Berlin Athletic Hall of Fame are athletes: Wally Pajor (Class of 1955; football, baseball, basketball), George Kanupka (Class of 1964; baseball, football, basketball), Andrea Yukna (Class of 1973; field hockey, basketball, volleyball), Lori Mongillo (Class of 1985; volleyball, basketball, softball), Michael Church (Class of 1991; soccer, baseball), Shelly Ravizza Moran (Class of 1993; soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball), Kenneth Bratina (Class of 1998; baseball, football, basketball) and Michael Laroche (Class of 2001; football, wrestling, track). Also entering the Hall are Marie Siegal (coach), Roy Earley (contributor) and the 1955 BHS football team.
Andrea Yukna, Class of 1973 Andrea Yukna’s athletic career started at Kensington Grammar, where she was the fastest girl in the school. For grades 7 to 9, she went to Mooreland Hill School, which had a very rigorous athletic program. She was the center-forward on the field hockey team, center-forward on the basketball team and starting pitcher
on the softball team. In 10th grade, she came to Berlin High School, where there were no interscholastic sports for girls. She played intramurals – girls field Mongillo hockey, volleyball and basketball. In 11th grade, she convinced a faculty member to put together a basketball team, which ended up playing a limited schedule of 8 to 10 games. Andrea was the playmaker, averaging 20 points per game. By her senior year, Title IX was finally in play and, slowly, girls sports were starting. That year the basketball team had a record of 11-1. Andrea was the shooting guard and averaged 24 points per game, with a high of 32. Sports writer, Bart Fisher, wrote his Athlete of the Week column about her, making her the first female athlete to be featured. There were still limited girls sports, with the basketball team being the only interscholastic option. Andrea
played volleyball and softball intramurals and joined the boys soccer intramural team to keep in shape for basketball.
girls basketball, and mostly at Martin Kellogg Middle School, where she was involved in intramural sports. Andrea retired in 2015. She has one son, whom she adopted from Lithuania.
In 1973, Andrea enrolled at the UniverYukna sity of Connecticut and become a forward on the basketball team. During her sophomore year, while trying out for the team, she slipped on water, blew our her ACL and medial cartilage, ending her career as a player. However, she did manage the freshmen football team at UConn for two years.
Lori Mongillo, Class of 1985 Lori Mongillo started playing Little League Farm baseball at the age of 8 as a pitcher, catcher and first baseman. At the age of 9, she joined the Little League Majors and at the age of 12 hit five home runs and was the only girl on the Little League All-Star team. She went on to play Babe Ruth baseball and was the only girl and made that All-Star team. In middle school, she played softball, basketball, and ran cross country. Her hope when she got to the high school was to play baseball but the coach told her it was only for boys.
Andrea received a BS in Family and Consumer Science and a MA in education and additional certificates in health and history education. She began her teaching career in Farmington at Irving Robbins Middle School, where she coached girls track and basketball before moving on to the Newington school system where she taught at John Wallace Middle School, Newington High School, where she coached freshmen
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The New Britain Bees announced that the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball club will hold open tryouts on Tuesday, April 11, 6 to 8 p.m., at New Britain Stadium, 230 John Karbonic Way, New Britain. Tryouts are open to any player 18 years of age or older, and is no longer eligible to participate in NCAA athletics. No previous professional base-
The Berlin, East Berlin, Kensington and South Kensington Fire Departments are looking for volunteer firefighters. Volunteers must be at least 18, of good moral character, reside or work in Berlin and be physically capable. Contact Mike Blais at mikeblais@hotmail.com or 860-329-7738.
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Lori received a softball scholarship to NCAA Division I Adelphi, where she went on to have an outstanding career. The 1987 and 1988 team won the National Collegiate Softball Championship and in 1988 she participated in the College World Series and was a second team All-Regional selection. After graduating, she played amateur softball. Lori has owned and operated “Just Results” weight loss program/gym in Plainville since 1992.
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As a four-year varsity softball player, Lori was an All-Northwest Conference selection all four years and as a senior was a CHSCS/ Hartford Courant All-State selection. During her senior year, the softball team went undefeated during the regular season. Its only loss that year came against Seymour in the state semifinals.
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All attendees must sign a tryout waiver before any on-field activities. In event of rain, the tryout will be rescheduled to the first available date during the Bees’ spring training.
turn forms to the New Britain Bees front office at New Britain Stadium. A $75 non-refundable fee is required with any pre-registration. Registration on the day of the tryout is $100.
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To be built in established neighborhood. Country colonial with spacious front porch located on the perfect lot to enjoy it. Granite counter tops in kitchen, hardwood throughout. Master suite with large tiled shower and double sinks in master bath. Dual walk-in closets and tray ceiling in bedroom. Room for expansion with huge future bonus room over garage. Still time to modify plan and personalize this home.
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older. Tax assistance appointments will be scheduled for Tuesdays, through April 11. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call the library at 860-828-7125. Adult programs Everything You Wanted to Know About Opera, But Were Afraid to Ask - Saturday, March 18, 1 p.m. Discussion led by Mike Cascia. Registration is required. Monologue Writing Workshop - Tuesday, March 31, 1 p.m. Three-part series continuing on Tuesday, March 28 and Tuesday, April 4. Registration is required. Call 860-828-7126.
Movie Matinée - Friday, March 24, 1 p.m. “The Magic of Belle Isle.” Rated PG.
Thursday, March 23, 6:30 Friday, March 17, 10:30 a.m. - p.m. - Nutmeg Book review Mother Goose on the Loose, Club (grades 3 and up). Discussion of “Mystery on Muages birth to preschool. seum Mile” by Marcia Wells. Music, movement, nursery Registration is required. rhymes, instruments and books. No registration. Monday, March 20, 10:30 a.m. - Walkers and Wigglers, ages 18 to 36 months. Stories, songs, craft, followed by open play. No registration.
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Tuesday, March 21, 6:30 p.m. - Sleepytime Stories with Miss Sarah (for ages 3 and up). Stories, songs, crafts. No registration.
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Thursday, March 16, 2 p.m. - Bookworms, ages 3 to 5. Books, songs, craft. No registration.
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George J Mack & Sons SNOW REMOVAL Servicing the Meriden FROM ROOF. Lic./Ins. area since 1922. Toilet, Roofing contractor faucet, sink & drain refor 20 yrs. #0558904 pairs. Water heater re- Call Dan 203-265-4674 placements. 15% Sr citizen disc. Member of BBB. 203-238-2820
Roofing
Classifieds Work Tree Services
Gary Wodatch LLC TREE REMOVAL All calls returned. CT#620397 Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 Cell 860-558-5430 LAVIGNE’S Tree Service Dynamic Home In busi. 37 yrs. Tree reImprovement moval. Stump grinding. Roofing, siding, chimney CraneService. Free & skylight repair, Est. Fully insured. gutters, gutterguard. 203-294-1775 #0642115. Full lic. & ins. 203-235-9944 lavignestreeservicellc.com
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