Thursday, December 7, 2017
www.berlincitizen.com
Volume 21, Number 42
Hiring freezes among options following $586K in state aid cuts
REDCOATS STOPPED IN SEMIS
By Ashley Kus The Citizen
The town may have some tough decisions to make following Gov. Dannel Malloy’s recent municipality “holdbacks,” including a $586,000 reduction to Berlin’s state aid. “As of today, these are the numbers,” said Kevin Delaney, town finance director, Monday, Nov. 27. Last month, Delaney and the new Board of Finance discussed options to regain lost revenue. With the cuts, Berlin will be facing a general fund budget shortfall of more than $600,000. The finance board said it did not want to pursue a supplemental citizen tax which would be equivalent to .3 mills or a 1 percent increase in the January tax bill.
The Berlin High School football team’s stellar season came to an end Sunday in the semifinals of the CIAC Class M state playoffs. Read more inside. Pictured: Berlin’s Larry St. Pierre looks for room to run against Killingly, and teammate Sebastian Scott (No. 50) swoops in to help carve a pathway. Matt Leidemer, Special to The Citizen
Hiring freezes were discussed as an alternative option.
Berlin town officials to look at school redistricting The configuration of Berlin schools may change down the road as the education board looks at a redistricting study.
“It’s very early on in the process,” Superintendent David Erwin said last week. The study was brought up at a recent Board of Finance meeting during a discussion regarding
Traditional & Creative Holiday Centerpieces
Brierley, Johnson Florist Corner 71A and 372 (Farmington Ave)
See Redistricting, A2
S'
ANSWORLD TR D
FTD S IN
CE 19 10
®
See State aid, A4
Christmas Cactus, Poinsettias, With our Cut Flower Special Cyclamen, Christmas Rose
4.00
$
Brierley, Johnson
Chamberlain Hwy. at Corbin Ave. 87 High Road Kensington, CT Phone 860-223-5492
77263-01
87 High Rd. 860-223-5492
One suggestion Lomaglio said the board
Share Our Love of Flowers! Brighten Someone’s Day Plants from our Greenhouse RY IVE EL
Celebrate
“We’re just trying to figure out the cuts,” said Sam Lomaglio, chairman of the finance board. “What can we do with the Board of Education moving forward?”
school capital improvements. District Business Operations Director Eva Gallupe reported to the board that due to a shift in demographics redistricting may be necessary.
FLOR IST
By Ashley Kus The Citizen
The Original
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Polumbo’s Jewelers
Redistricting
Deadline for news submissions OF NEW BRITAIN
The deadline news Christmas tizen.com or by mail to: Make YourforMerry Merrier submissions is Friday, by 5 The Berlin Citizen, 500 with Gift from Polumbo’s Jewelers... p.m., foraconsideration for South Broad St., Meriden, the following edition. CT 06450. New Britain’s Leading2256. Jeweler! Call 203-317Send to news@theberlinciEstablished 1945
From A1
The board is currently reviewing three firms that have bid to perform the study.
ChrisPtmasolumbo’s Sale! SaveJewelers 20-60%
“They can give us recommendations on how better to use our buildings,” Gallupe said.
Citizen ISSN 1525-1780 USPS 017-666
dents and has been seeing a steady decline in enrollment. Hubbard has gone from 264 students in 2008 to 211 students as of October of this year. The other two elementary schools have seen steady declines as well, but have seen an increase of 10 to 15 students from last year to this. In total, the district has had a decrease of over 400 students from 2008 to 2017. “It’s a difficult conversation to open, but one we need to at least entertain,” Matthew Tencza, board president, said during the March meeting.
Published weekly by Record-Journal at 500 S. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450. Periodicals postage paid at Meriden, CT and at additional mailing offices.
No decisions were made and a suggestion for a future third-party larger scale study was discussed.
POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Record-Journal, P.O. Box 915, Meriden, CT 06450
Gallupe said last week a decision on a vendor and funding options will be reviewed as early as next
BC-USPSBOX
News Editor — Nick Carroll Assistant News Editor — Olivia Lawrence News reporter — Ashley Kus Press releases — Marsha Pomponio Executive Vice President — Liz White Senior VP and CRO — Shawn E. Palmer Senior VP and Editor — Ralph Tomaselli
Some recommendations could include creating an intermediate level school and/ or early education school using a current building. Reconfiguration of schools will also be reviewed. Erwin said the study will only be initiated once funds are available through an existing account or proposed through a budget line item.
Large Selection of our See NEW Lay-a-way now Religious Jewelry Designer
Lines... HOLIDAY HOURS: Sat HOLIDAY HOurS: Mon. - Fri.Mon–Fri 9:30 - 5:30;9:30–5:30, Sat. 9:30 - 4:30; Sun.9:30–4:30 11:00 - 5:00 438 East St., New Britain 860-223-8886 polumbosjewelers.com / facebook.com/PolumbosJewelers
2017
Large Selection of Religious Jewelry
HOLIDAY HOurS: Mon. - Fri. 9:30 - 5:30; Sat. 9:30 - 4:30; Sun. 11:00 - 5:00 438 East St., New Britain 860-223-8886 polumbosjewelers.com / facebook.com/PolumbosJewelers
The cost of the study is estimated to be between $10,000 and $25,000. “We would have to look at bus routes too,” Erwin said. “A study of this magnitude could put an array of options out to the Board of Education.” akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter
Multimedia Sales Director — Jim Mizener Digital Ad Manager — Marcie Cerillo Advertising Sales — Kait Horn (203) 317-2324 CONTACT US Advertising: (203) 317-2312 Fax (203) 235-4048 advertising@theberlincitizen.com News and Sports: (203) 317-2256 Fax (203) 639-0210 news@theberlincitizen.com Marketplace: (203) 238-1953 Published every Thursday by the Record-Journal Publishing Co. Delivered by mail to all of the homes and businesses in the two ZIP codes serving Berlin — 06037 and 06023.
ReMarkable ReModeling LLC ReMarkable ReModeling LLC
Kitchens &&Bathrooms Kitchens Bathrooms You Take Pride Your Home Decks &InDoors
And We Take Pride In Our Work. Carpentry Projects Our Service Is Outstanding And
Finished Basements
Our Craftsmanship Is Exceptional.
860-836-8517
Best Home Improvement Contractor Just Ask Our Customers Fully Insured
CT. Reg#HIC.0634912 860-836-8517
ROCKY HILL
78033-01
www.berlincitizen.com 500 S. Broad St., Second Floor Meriden, CT 06450
Christmas Sale!20–50% Save 20-60% SAVE CHRISTMAS SALE NOW IN PROGRESS
month. “We’re trying to figure out a better way of doing things as well as ways to help save the town money,” she said.
77139-01
The Berlin
The Board of Education discusses the budget earlier this year. Ashley Kus, The Citizen
058086
In March, the board members discussed the closing or reconfiguration of Hubbard Elementary School, which has the least amount of stu-
OF NEW BRITAIN
Make Your Merry See Christmas Merrier our NEW Shop Jewelers with a at GiftPolumbo’s from Polumbo’s Jewelers... Designer for the best quality, priceJeweler! and service Newin Britain’s Leading Lines... Established 1945
77200-01
Redistricting and possibly closing a school was discussed earlier this year when the Town Council requested a reduction in the education board’s proposed budget.
The Original
058086
The study will look at the demographics of the general population, as well as the school population and enrollment patterns.
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
021617
A2
You TakeFully Pride In Your Home And We Take Pride Insured CT REG #HIC. 0634912 In Our Work. Our Service Is Outstanding And Our Craftsmanship Is Exceptional.
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Class of 1963 reunion
“I thought it would be a good idea,” said Evelyn Anderson, a Berlin resident. Anderson is a member of the The luminaries will be sold Friends of The Friendship until they are lit on the night Center auxiliary of New of Thursday, Dec. 21. Britain. Good Cause Gifts and The luminary kits, which Bethany Covenant Church consist of a bag, sand, and
“Every year it gets bigger,” said Anderson, who hopes to raise more than $1,000 for those staying in homeless shelters. For more information, contact The Friendship Service Center. akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter
The Berlin High School Class of 1963 is planning its 55th reunion for October 2018.
For more information, contact Barry Alexander at balext100@comcast.net.
Welcome to CLASSIFIED
Over 30 Years of Experience as Your Hometown Repair Shop!
• Full Service & Repairs, Diagnostics & Accessories • 24 Month/24,000 Mile Warranty EST Most cars & like trucks, Ask for Details!
• CT State Emissions Testing & Repair We’re here to help!
B OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 7
KENSINGTON AUTO SERVICE LTD.
89 Harding Street • Berlin, CT • 860-829-7377
Now Delivering Oil!
BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 4
BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 3
www.kensingtonautoservice.com 89 Harding St., Kensington • 860-829-7377
77428-01
“There’s been a great reaction so far,” said Sebastian Malespini, co-owner of Sharon Elizabeth’s Floral Designs on Mill Street.
will also be selling the kits. In New Britain, the luminaries will be sold at Amato’s Toy Store, Good Cause Gifts at the Hospital for Special Care, the downtown visitor center, city hall and The Friendship Service Center.
• CT State Emissions Testing & Repair • 12 Month/12,000 Mile Warranty • Towing Available • ASE Certified Techs always on Staff
Heating & Air Conditioning
140 Norton St., P.O. Box 469 Milldale, Connecticut 860.621.7381 Janazzo.com
Family owned & operated since 1962
Oil - Gas - Electric
5¢ OFF
A gallon on your first fill up. (150 gallon minimum)
THE TOWN OF BERLIN IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS POLICE OFFICER, ENTRY LEVEL & CERTIFIED APPLICANTS The Town of Berlin is an Equal Opportunity Employer The Town of Berlin is seeking entry level and certified applicants for the position of Police Officer. Applications will be accepted until Friday, January 12, 2018 at Midnight.
Entry level applicants must have: a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, must be a U.S. citizen by the date of appointment, must be 21 years old, and must not have been convicted by a court of any felony, any class A or class B misdemeanor or have committed any act which would constitute perjury or false statement. Additional information on job description and benefits are available at www.berlinpd.org and applications are available at www.policeapp.com/ Berlin. Register and apply on PoliceApp. You must pass the CPCA test and have obtained a minimum passing score of 70% and have a valid 40 % C.H.I.P. card or obtain one not later than January 12, 2018. Please direct questions regarding this job to policeapps@berlinpd.org.
78211-01
The Berlin Police Department is participating in the CPCA entry level and certified written test program. Only individuals who take and pass the CPCA written test will be permitted to apply to the Town of Berlin Police Department. Entry level applicants must also have a valid 40 % C.H.I.P score in order to be able to apply. Certified applicants do not need a valid C.H.I.P. score at the time of application. The next CHIP test is scheduled for December 16, 2017. The next CPCA written test is scheduled for December 29, 2017.
77961-01
Luminaries will shine this month in memory of those nationwide who have lost their lives while homeless during the past year.
a candle, will be sold at businesses in Berlin and New Britain. The proceeds will go to homeless shelters and charities that benefit the homeless.
58548-01
Luminaries to be displayed for the homeless By Ashley Kus The Citizen
A3
A4
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
State aid
PETS OF THE WEEK
From A1
discussed is leaving the assistant superintendent position vacant after current assistant Brian Benigni takes the place of Superintendent David Erwin when he retires in January. Education board President Matthew Tencza said last week the assistant superintendent position is a “key role” in the district along with the high school principal, a position which is currently vacant. “There are a couple of key roles that need to be filled,” he said.
Panda and Capri are examples of the beauty of piebald cats. Piebalds are cats with primarily unpigmented or white with asymmetrical patches of pigment, usually black. The color of the skin beneath the white fur is also without pigment, while the skin beneath the darker fur is pigmented. Panda is a lovable, easygoing boy. He loves belly rubs and is very good with other cats. Capri is quiet and sweet. She craves attention and is very loving. For more information about Panda and Capri, visit www.hucatrescue.org, call 860-479-513 or email hucatrescue@gmail.com.
Tencza was recently appointed as president for the second consecutive year and said one of his goals is to fill the positions. “We understand that we need to be as fiscally responsible as possible,” he added.
Hundreds assemble packages for troops By Ashley Kus The Citizen
Berlin resident Karen Cote started the project in 2015 when her son was deployed Soldiers overseas will have to Kuwait. Ever since then a brighter holiday season Cote and a group of volunthanks to 250 care packages teers have been putting tofilled with donated treats gether more and more care and necessities. packages for troops overEBR
AT I N
125
C
“We all agreed it was the best one yet,” Cote said. On Thanksgiving night, nearly 400 people gathSee Packages, A5
G •
EL
seas.
•
yrs.
• 1 15 890 –20
•
Happy Holidays
from your Kensington Harvey & Lewis Team! Now accepting pediatric patients!
Eye Exams • Glasses • Contact Lenses Only the best designers at reasonable prices. Call to schedule an eye exam or to get fitted for contact lenses. Most insurances accepted.
“We’ve been evaluating various scenarios,” he said. “There’s not one big thing we can point to.” Other savings include possibly canceling conferences and events during the year. Revising the adopted 20172018 budget is also an option, though it would require a referendum.
TREE SERVICE Call Dave Cyr (860) 828-9953 CT Lic# S-4240
GROW YOUR BUSINESS
Advertise with us. 203-317-2312
58542-01
71185-01
32 Chamberlain Hwy, Kensington, CT 860.829.9090
Another position that is vacant is the town planner since Hellyn Riggins resigned last month. Delaney said the position has been reconfigured and is currently posted with salary changes.
Delaney said the town has a solid fund balance with $2.6 million assigned into the Lomaglio said a primary rea- budget this past year to offson for considering the asset the mill rate. sistant superintendent position freeze is a decrease in Meetings for the next fiscal student enrollment through- year budget will begin in out the district. “My goal is January. Lomaglio said the to work with the Board of board wants to start “as soon Education on this,” he said. as possible” and will take over the council’s budget Currently the Education Cost workshops with town deSharing grant reduction by partments. the state will be around $890,000 less than what was “My goal is to be completely budgeted for Berlin earlier transparent on both sides,” this year. Lomaglio said. “This year is going to be very difficult.” Delaney said the biggest impact will come from hiring
ROGERS
Come check out our newly remodeled showroom!
freezes. The assistant superintendent vacany could potentially save the town $200,000.
72697-02
DECEMBER Visit our new showroom at 154 Woodlawn Road, Berlin • 860-259-6498 • Monday-Friday 9-5 / Closed Saturdays • thebathshowcase.com
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
The community gift wrapped over 200 care packages Thanksgiving night at the New Britain VFW organized by a Berlin resident. Photos contributed by Karen Cote
Packages From A4
akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter
Sports submissions The Berlin Citizen wants to know what your favorite local teams are up to. Coaches, team managers, even players and parents, are welcome to keep us
posted. Send game recaps and photos to ncarroll@ record-journal.com. Please double-check all information for accuracy.
SHOW YOUR GOOD TASTE!
SEND A BOX OF CT’S FINEST APPLES to anywhere in the Continental US SATISFACTION GUARANTEED! “The Gift of Health” for friends, family or business clients. Pears, cheese & maple syrup may be added. 10 varieties including MACOUN to choose from. Packed with pride. ORDER NOW FOR CHRISTMAS DELIVERY. Order online at: www.rogersorchards.com or STOP IN TODAY!
BOSC PEAR SALE
OUR #1 GRADE, 4 QT. BAG
BUY 1 GET 1 FREE Applewood for sale
BALSAM WREATHS, LOG BOXES, CEMETERY POTS Shuttle Meadow: Long Bottom Rd. Off Flanders Road (860) 229-4240 Sunnymount: Route 322 (Mer. Wtby. Rd.) 1/2 Way Up Southington Mtn. (203) 879-1206
78308-01
ered at the New Britain VFW on Veterans Drive to gift wrap the 250 boxes. Half the boxes will go to Kuwait while the other half will go to a Connecticut soldier in Afghanistan.
A5
Open Daily Hours: Shuttle Meadow 8–5PM • Sunnymount 9–6PM www.rogersorchards.com
Your one stop shop for Holiday Gift giving Christmas flower Your stop shop Gift for Holiday Gift giving Christmas flower Your One Stop Shop Stop foroneHoliday Giving in and see our great selection of arrangements, fresh Stop in and see our great selection of arrangements, freshSaturday, jewelry, scarves, candles, Holiday Open House December 9thcandles, • 11AM–3PM jewelry, scarves, wreaths & poinsettias. Stonewall Kitchen’s gourmet wreaths & poinsettias. Stonewall Kitchen’s gourmet
77079-04
Christmas flower arrangements, wreaths & poinsettias.
CHECKOUT OUTOUR OURONLINE ONLINE FLOWER FLOWER SHOP CHECK SHOP AT ATWWW.SHARONELIZABETHS.COM WWW.SHARONELIZABETHS.COM
31325-01
31325-01
202 202Mill MillStreet, Street,Berlin Berlin 860-828-9991 860-828-9991
A6
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Calendar Thursday, Dec. 7 Woman’s Club – The Woman’s Club of New Britain is scheduled to meet Thursday,
Dec. 7, 2 p.m., at the First Church of Christ Congregational, 830 Corbin Ave., New Britain. The Woodbury Ballet Company plans to perform
selections from “The Nutcracker” ballet. The public is welcome for a fee. Story time - A free story time and craft session is scheduled for Thursdays, 9 to 10 a.m., at The Sloppy Waffle, 2551 Berlin Turnpike. For information, visit the sloppywaffle.com.
Holidays At
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.
Friday, Dec 8 Theater – The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “Goin’ to the Chapel” for Friday, Dec. 8, 8 p.m. A fee is charged. For more information and tickets, call 860-829-1248.
Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 41 meets Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call 860-8291148 or email jones327@comcast.net.
Racing show - Racing Action Today, hosted by Berlin native Larry Mongillo, airs every Friday, 8 p.m., on Comcast cable channel 5.
20% OFF SELECT HOLIDAY DECOR
Girls basketball – BHS vs. Waterbury Career Magnet at BHS, 3 p.m.
Saturday 12/9/17 ONLY! Open 10am-3pm Unique Wreaths, Flower Arrangements, Plants, Garlands, Trees, Berries & more...
Saturday, Dec. 9 Historical society - The Berlin Historical Society Museum, 305 Main St., is scheduled to be open Saturdays, 1 See Calendar, A7
Experience Difference! ExperienceOur OurProfessional Professional Difference!
TREE SERVICE 072717
Call Dave Cyr (860) 828-9953 CT Lic# S-4240
58547-01
CallCall forfor a FREE FullyLicensed Licensed& &Insured Insured#582443 #582443 a FREENo NoPressure Pressure Estimate! Estimate! Fully
76994-01
929 Middle Street, Middletown (off Rt. 372) 860-632-0789 • Hours: M–F 8–6, Sat 10–3
ROGERS
Roofing Decks Roofing• •Siding Siding••Windows Windows•• Gutters Gutters •• Doors Doors • • Decks Finished Remodeling FinishedBasements Basements•• Kitchen Kitchen & Bath Remodeling
61961-02
78398-01
860-748-0541 phoenicianhi.com 860-748-0541 •phoenicianhi.com
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
A7
Calendar From A6
Justin Kaace is scheduled for Mondays, 5 to 9 p.m., at Pineloft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike. For more information, call 860-828-9797.
to 4 p.m. Free admission. Exhibits include celebration of Berlin Icons, tinware, bricks, pistols, bridges, special exhibit of St. Paul’s Fife & Drum Corps history and more. For more information, call 860828-5114.
Girls basketball – BHS vs. Newington at BHS, 6:45 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 12
Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “Goin’ to the Chapel” for Saturday, Dec. 9, 8 p.m. A fee is charged. For more information and tickets, call 860-829-1248.
Sunday, Dec. 10 Breakfast – Msgr. Thomas Greylish Council 3675 has scheduled “Breakfast with Santa” for Sunday, Dec. 10, 8 a.m. to noon, at St. Paul School gym, 467 Alling St. A fee is charged. Tickets available at the door. All are welcome. For more information, call 860-505-8128.
Knights of Columbus – The Knights of Columbus Council 3675 is scheduled to meet the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at St. Paul Church, 461 Alling St. For more information, contact Adam Zangari at 860-9385479.
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 860-8289102 after 5 p.m. Lic. #005210
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,
For every massage booked with Jessica Pappas in the month of December she will donate $1 to
My Sisters’ Place Charity,
a non-profit that helps the homeless in the greater Hartford area.
See Calendar, A8
77698-01
USED BOOK SALE – All ages, all genres!
JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Saturday, December 9 from 10am-3pm
Berlin-Peck Memorial Library (upstairs Meeting Room) 234 Kensington Rd. Berlin, CT – 860.828.7125
Monday, Dec. 11
BEST OF... AWARDS
78377-01
Books, CDs, DVDs – Most priced $1-$2 From 1-3pm, fill a bag for $5!
2 0 1 7
928 Farmington Ave, Kensington, CT 860-828-7591 • righttouchmassage.com
Karaoke - Karaoke with
Shiny Bright Auto Wash
2 FREE CAR WASHES WITH DETAIL!
TREAT YOUR SOMEONE SPECIAL TO OUR DETAIL & CAR WASH GIFT CERTIFICATES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
SUPER DELUXE DETAIL NOW ONLY
95
REG. $239.95 $20 OFF – MOST CARS
INCLUDES: • Complete interior & exterior • Paint compounded to remove oxidation and surface scratches • Waxed to a brilliant shine • Tires and rims cleaned • Upholstery, carpets, mats, door panels, visor & trunk shampooed • Bumper & rubber conditioned • Vinyl and leather cleaned and treated • Dash, instrument panel, steering wheel & console custom detailed • Door jambs cleaned and waxed • Windows cleaned inside & out. Extra charge for vans, trucks, wagons & full-size cars. With this coupon. Not valid with other offers. Expires 12/31/17.
189
$
95
REG. $209.95 $20 OFF – MOST CARS
Call for details
Extra charge for vans, trucks, wagons & full-size cars. With this coupon. Not valid with other offers. Expires 12/31/17.
2 OFF
$
ANY SHINY BRIGHT AUTO WASH FULLY AUTOMATED ALL SOFT CLOTH WASH
With this coupon. Not valid with other offers. Expires 12/31/17.
2 OFF
$
ANY SHINY BRIGHT AUTO WASH FULLY AUTOMATED ALL SOFT CLOTH WASH
With this coupon. Not valid with other offers. Expires 12/31/17.
SHOP #1 CAR WASH & DETAILW! RO SIX YEARS IN A
WINNER
Best Car Wash & Detailing Shop
BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 7
Make Us Your Local Car Wash & Detail Shop!
86 Woodlawn Road • Berlin, CT • 860-828-3196 ALL SOFT CLOTH FULLY AUTOMATIC AUTO WASH
Across from Tasca Ford & Ocean State Job Lot
HOURS: Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat & Sun 8am–5pm
78139-01
219
$
ECONOMY DETAIL NOW ONLY
42 YEARS OF DETAILING EXPERIENCE - CELEBRATING OVER 27 YEARS IN BUSINESS!
A8
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Scripture Bits Scripture Bits
Religion Briefs Night in Bethlehem
mation, call 860-828-4511 or visit www.kensingtoncong.org.
Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Ave., has scheduled its third annual “Night in Bethlehem” for Sunday, Dec. 10, 5 to 6:15 p.m. Explore the busy Marketplace of Bethlehem where visitors can learn to write Hebrew, play dreidel, learn to basket weave, sample popular foods of the day and help the village potter make her wares. The evening is followed by a reenactment of the Christmas story with music, dance and pageantry. Light dinner items will be available for purchase. For more infor-
Concert Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St., has scheduled its Christmas Concert for Sunday, Dec. 10, 4 p.m. Childcare is provided. For more information, call 860828-3637 or visit www.bethanycovenant.org.
A Celebration of Carols The Kensington United Methodist Church choir has scheduled “A Celebra-
tion of Carols” for Sunday, Dec. 17, 2 p.m., 103 Hotchkiss St. The concert will feature soloists and instrumentalists. All are welcome to attend and sing along. Freewill donations benefit the mission project “Family Promise of Central Connecticut” For more information, visit www.kensington-umc.org.
G E M Y B X T O H U, B X T K T H C V M Z P M D M O Y R Y X C R X T V C, VMJOTHM CEM XYM GEX RXTVCH PH ZPUM O GODM XQ C E M H M O, V Z X G Y O Y R
Berlin Congregational Church Worship - Berlin Congregational Church schedules See Religion, A10
C X H H M R V B C E M G P Y R. --------- S O K M H 1:6 CLUE: V Clue = B V = B Solution on Page A20
Calendar From A7
Thursday, Dec. 14
call 860-828-8693. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 meets Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Sacred Heart Church, 66 Cottage St., East Berlin. For more information, call Tony deRito at 860-8299879.
Wednesday, Dec. 13 Wrestling – BHS. vs. New Britain at BHS, 6 p.m.
Girls basketball – BHS vs. Maloney at Maloney, 6:45 p.m.
Friday, Dec 15 Theater – The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “Goin’ to the Chapel” for Friday, Dec. 15, 8 p.m. A fee is charged. For more information and tick-
We make life a little easier
Luddy – Peterson Our Funeral Home, Our Crematory, Our Care
Saturday, Dec. 16 Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “Goin’ to the Chapel” for Saturday, Dec. 16, 8 p.m. A fee is charged. For more information and tickets, call 860-829-1248. Boys basketball – BHS vs. Tolland at BHS, 6:45 p.m. Ice hockey – Newington Coop vs. Redhawks at Newington Arena, 6:45 p.m. Wrestling – CJ McCormack Memorial Tournament at BHS, 9 a.m.
Wrestling – BHS. vs. Platt at
Tuesday, Dec. 19
Platt, 6 p.m. Solve the Puzzle
Boys basketball – BHS vs. Bristol Eastern at BHS, 6:45 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 22
Blood drive – The American Scripture Bits Solution
Wednesday, Dec. 20
Red Cross has scheduled a blood drive for Friday, Dec. 22,you 1:30must to 6:30 p.m., at Berlin Rotary - Kensington-Berlin When you ask, Congregational Church, 878 Rotary is scheduled to meet believe and not doubt, Worthington Ridge. For more on the second and fourth because who and to schedule information Wednesday of each month, the one appointment, call 1-800doubts is like an a wave of 5:30 p.m., at the Pineloft or visit redcrossCafe, 1474 Berlinthe Turnpike. sea, blown733-2767 and tossed blood.org. For more information, email by the wind. – James 1:6 elaine@homesweethomeBoys basketball – BHS vs. ct.com. Plainville at PHS, 6:45 p.m. Ice hockey – Newington Girls basketball – BHS vs. Coop vs. Norwalk-McMaPlainville at BHS, 6:45 p.m. hon at Newington Arena, 7:10 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 23
Ice hockey – Newington Coop vs.E.O.Smith-Tolland at UConn, 1 p.m.
Offering affordable funeral & cremation services at half the cost! Save thousands with us, without losing quality professional service, personal attention & meeting all of your family’s needs. Let us take you to the same church & cemetery as the others, at half the average cost. $899.00 Cremations, we are the crematory, go direct to us, your loved one never leaves our care.
72313-01
Ben Peterson Phone: (860)223-1043 Fax: (860)223-6780 Luddycremationcare@gmail.com 205 South Main St. New Britain, CT LuddyAndPetersonFH.com It is an honor & privilege for our family to serve yours.
Wrestling – BHS vs. Jonathan Law, Harding, Waterford at BHS, 9 a.m.
Friday, Dec. 29 Blood drive – The American Red Cross has scheduled a blood drive for Friday, Dec. 29, 1 to 6 p.m., at Sacred Heart Church, 66 Cottage St., East Berlin. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 1-800-7332767 or visit redcrossblood.org.
Repair Services • Hot Water Heaters Heating Systems • Gas Fireplaces & Piping Home Improvement & Remodeling Drain & Sewer Cleaning
860-948-0510 P.O. Box 311231 • Newington, CT 204827-P1 • 5155-SM1 • 39764-S3 • HIC #0625232
76405-01
• • • •
ets, call 860-829-1248.
Girls basketball – BHS vs. Cheshire at BHS, 6:45 p.m.
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
A9
Obituaries Margaret Mascola
Joan A. (Wagner) Wasielak
KENSINGTON – Margaret “Peggy” (Vergnano) Mascola, 93, of Kensington, widow of Andrew F. Mascola, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017, at home. Born in West Hartford, daughter of the late Angelo and the late Columba (Mazanti) Vergnano, she attended Hall High School in West Hartford, and was an assistant cosmetics manager at J.C. Penney until her retirement. Shee was a member of St. Paul’s Church, and had a passion for cooking and fashion. She is survived by a brother-in-law, Fred Mascola, of Old Saybrook; a sister-in-law, Rosemarie Simone, of Old Saybrook; four nephews, Jeffrey Chandler, of Farmington, Todd Niedzwiedz, of Farmington, Mark Vergnano and his wife, Betsy, of West Chester, Pa., and Keith Vergnano, of New Britain; two nieces, Paula D‘Annello, of Shrewsbury, Mass., and Cheryl Gidman, of Newport Beach, Calif.; and several great-nephews and greatnieces. Funeral services were held Friday, Dec. 1, from Porter’s Funeral Home, 111 Chamberlain Highway in Kensington, followed by a funeral liturgy at St. Paul Church on Alling Street. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. Directions to the funeral home can be found at our website www.portersfuneral.com.
KENSINGTON — Joan Ann (Wagner) Wasielak, 79, of Kensington, loving wife of William Wasielak, died early Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017 at home. Born in New Britain, daughter of Constance (Tabellione) Wagner and the late Donald Wagner, she was employed at The Kensington Fire District Water Department until her retirement. She was a member of St. Joachim Parish where she was a member of St. Ann’s Ladies Guild, and a member of The Order of the Sons of Italy, Stanley Seniors, A.A.R.P., and the Berlin Seniors.
Death Notice KOWALCZYK, MICHAEL J. (MIKE), 56, of Houston, Texas passed away on Friday, Nov. 3, 2017. A beautiful service was held for Michael in Texas at Congregation Beth Messiah on Friday, Nov. 10, attended by family and friends. In Connecticut, a “Celebration of Michael’s Life” Open House was held on Saturday, Dec. 2, at 531 Toll Gate Road, Berlin. Purple was Mike’s favorite col-
or. Please visit Michael’s guestbook and share your memories on www.legacy.com/obituaries/ houstonchronicle/obituary.aspx?n=michael-j-kowalczyk&pid=187176897. Memorial gifts may be sent to Congregation Beth Messiah at www.cbmhouston.org, or Carolyn Healthy Environment Foundation, c/o Community Foundation of New Britain at www.cfgnb.org.
Volunteer drivers needed for seniors
Senior Transportation Services, Inc., a nonprofit transportation service for citizens age 55 and older, is in need of volunteer drivers. The service provides transportation to out-of-town medical ap-
pointments and services for residents of Berlin, New Britain, Meriden, Southington and Wallingford. Mileage is reimbursed. Call 860-2247117.
Berlin Memorial FUNERAL HOME INC.
58630-01
1279090
James Casso, Director 96 MAIN STREET Kensington, CT 06037
www.BerlinMemorialFuneralHome.com www.BerlinMemorial.net
Ashley Kus, The Citizen
Coach raises funds to honor late wrestler By Ashley Kus The Citizen
New England Championship.
A champion wrestler and alumnus will be immortalized at Berlin High School thanks to his former coach.
Clifford was inducted into the Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame in 2014.
“When attending the funeral I asked the family if I could do something in memory of Josh,” said Jim Day, Berlin High School wrestling coach and former athletic Clifford director. Joshua Clifford, of Berlin, died at the age of 43 on Nov. 16. Clifford was a 1992 graduate of Berlin High School and had a highly successful wrestling career. He was a three-time Northwest Conference champion, a three-time Class M state champion, a State Open champion, and a three-time qualifier for the
His name was on the Wrestling Wall of Honor in the school until it was painted over during recent renovations. The school hasn’t been able to replace the wall yet. In memory of Clifford, Day recently started a Facebook fundraiser for the $5,000 needed to display the names of more than 100 champions dating back to 1976. “It’s moving along,” said Day, on Friday. Currently, over 100 people have donated a total of $7,060. See Clifford, A11
PORTER’S FUNERAL SERVICE Inc.
Phone (860) 828-4730 FAX (860) 829-6509
We’ll be here when you need us most. Christopher Porter
Licensed Funeral Director
Ron Lindgren and Peg Porter Funeral Assistants
111 Chamberlain Highway, Berlin, CT 06037 Established 1869 5 Generations of Family to Family Service
58373-01
Carolyn Smith, Owner
Banners of wrestling champions will be hung at Berlin High School next month in memory of Joshua Clifford.
www.portersfuneral.com • (860) 223-0981
“Caring Service with a Gentle Hand”
Obituary fee The Berlin Citizen charges $50 for an 8inch obituary, and $5 for each additional inch. To place an obituary, call 203-317-2240.
In addition to her husband and her mother, she is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Donald Shulenburg, of Thomaston; a son and daughter-in-law, William Wasielak, Jr. and his wife, Julie, of Kearneysville, W. Va.; a brother and sister-inlaw, Donald and Anna Wagner, of Berlin; two grandchildren, Ryan Lubin and Carter Wasielak; and two great-grandchildren, Ryan Lubin, Jr. and Zachary Lubin. The funeral at Porter’s Funeral Home in Kensington, and burial in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain, were private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ASPCA, 424 E. 92nd Street, New York, NY 10128-6804.
A10
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Healthy shake business to open in Berlin By Ashley Kus The Citizen
Banana Split, Blueberry Pie, and Maui Colada are some of the shake options people can choose from at The Fresh Monkee when it opens on the Berlin Turnpike this month. “The Fresh Monkee started from an idea that there was no quick, fast serve place to get protein shakes,” said owner Judy Flynn, owner of the business. “It was sort of a balance between the sugary, smoothie chains that are out there and the juice bars.” The Wethersfield native opened her first location in 2014 in her hometown with a second location in Glastonbury the year after. A food truck soon followed along with an express shop in Avon. The Fresh Monkee will open its third full location at 224 Berlin Turnpike mid-December in the new retail building next to the new Acura Dealership. “I’m thrilled she chose Berlin,” said Chris Edge, town economic development director. “I’m finding
Judy Flynn, owner of The Fresh Monkee and general manager Stew Henderson at the shop in Glastonbury. The Fresh Monkee will soon open another location in Berlin. Photos by Ashley Kus, The Citizen
Berlin is a very healthy community, and we have a lot of folks looking to be healthier.” Flynn’s business focuses on natural recipes — fresh fruits, vegetables, and proteins are used to create meal replacement shakes for people on the go. “We’re trying to break the belief that smoothies are just sugary drinks,” Flynn said.
The Berlin location will be 800 square feet and feature a style similar to the Wethersfield and Glastonbury locations.
The shake business caters to all dietary needs, including gluten free, dairy free, and those with various food allergies. One of the more popular shakes is the UltiStew Henderson, an employ- mate Green, which blends ee at The Fresh Monkee in spinach, cucumber, green Glastonbury, will serve as apple, banana, pineapple, the general manager of the ginger and chia, and flax new store. “We get to know seed with water. “It keeps our customers really well,” the fiber in and keeps you he said.
full longer,” Flynn said. Protein ice creams are expected in the spring, while protein hot chocolate is available now. More information can be found on The Fresh Monkee website and Facebook page. akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter
Religion From A8
Sunday worship for 10 a.m., with communion on the first Sunday of the month. Nursery care is available. Call 869-828-6586. Choir, bell ringers - The Berlin Congregational Church invites anyone interested in joining the choir or bell ringers to call 860-828-6586. Tot time - Free Tot Time, Thursdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m., featuring play session, crafts, snack and more.
Bethany Covenant Worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Life Together classes, for children and adults, 9:45 a.m. Call 860-828-3637 or visit www.bethanycovenant.org. 785 Mill St., Berlin.
Kensington Congregational Sunday worship - 10 a.m. Child care and Sunday school are available during worship services. Bible study meets Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 – A Night in Bethlehem at 5:30 p.m.; White Gifts Christmas Pageant at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21 – Longest Night Service, 7 p.m.
worship, 9 a.m. The church has scheduled a healing and music service for the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.
Prince of Peace
Mass is scheduled for Sundays, 9:30 a.m., 48 Cottage St., East Berlin. For more information, call 860-8280331.
The Prince of Peace Lutheran St. Paul Church Church, 1103 Chamberlain Highway, schedules Sunday worship service at Mass schedule - Saturdays, 4 p.m.; 10:15 a.m. Call 860-828-5079 or visit Sundays, 7:30, 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon, 485 Alling St. Call 860-828princeofpeacelutheran06037.com. 0331.
Sunday, Dec. 24 – Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols, 10 p.m.
Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church
Kensington United Methodist Church
Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 68 Main St., East Berlin, Sunday Eucharist, 9 a.m.
Kensington United Methodist Church, 103 Hotchkiss St., Sunday
Sacred Heart Church
United Methodist Church of East Berlin The United Methodist Church of East Berlin, 139 Main St., East Berlin, schedules Sunday services for 10 a.m.
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Toy Drive benefits Conn. children’s medical center The ninth annual Central Connecticut Toy Drive, to benefit the Connecticut Children’s Medical center, is collecting new, unwrapped toys, infant and children’s clothing, infant necessities and books. All donations go directly to the Central Connecticut Medical Center. Toys are used for children who visit the emergency room, have any type of procedure (both surgical and non-surgical) and for use in the waiting rooms and toy cart. During the holidays, toys are delivered by Santa to children who spend the holidays at the medical center.
Donations may be dropped off at Simeone’s Mobile, 21 Chamberlain Hwy; Turgeon Jewelers, 1841B Berlin Turnpike, Wethersfield; Cornerstone Realty, 951 Farmington Ave.; Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road; PMG Insurance & Financial Services – Law Office, 675 Berlin Turnpike. Core Builders, Farmington; Bulldog Amusements of Berlin; Cipher Creative Group of Berlin and PetSmart Berlin are also participating. For more information, call PMG Insurance & Financial Services at 860-828-6764.
Clifford From A9
“It will add a nice touch, especially in memory of Josh Clifford,” said Jeff Mauri, Berlin High School Athletic Director. The funds will pay for ban-
ners with the champions’ names, including Clifford’s, that will be hung in the gym. The banners will officially be unveiled on Jan. 24, before a home meet with Plainville and also Alumni Night.
DIABETES
REVERSAL CLINIC
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Library Briefs Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Programs Sit & Knit – Thursday, Dec. 7, 6 p.m. Movie Matinee – “An Unfinished Life,” Friday, Dec. 8, 1 p.m. Rated PG-13. Friends of the Library book sale – Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Senior Center Book Club – Wednesday, Dec. 13, 1:30 p.m. “The Red Bandanna” by Tom Rinaldo. Meets at the Senior Center. Sit & Knit – Thursday, Dec. 14, 1 p.m. Make & Take Holiday Gift Tags – Saturday, Dec. 14, 6:30 p.m., adults, teens and children 10 and up. Supplies provided. Registration is required. Call 860-8287126. Movie Matinee – “Glass Castle” – Friday, Dec. 15, 1 p.m. Rated PG-13. Gingerbread House Contest
120 Webster Square Road, Berlin, CT 06037 | ProNaturalPhysicians.com
78138-01
Children’s programs Mother Goose on the Loose – Friday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m., birth to preschool. Music, movement, nursery rhymes, instruments and books. No registration. Half Day Fun: Make a Catapult – Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2 p.m., grades K and up. No registration, while supplies last. School vacation week activities Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2 p.m. – Riverside Reptiles presents Living Dragons, ages 4 and up. Registration is required. Thursday, Dec. 28, 2 p.m. – Critter Caravan, ages 3 and up. Registration is required, space is limited.
Friday, Dec. 29, 2 p.m. – Family Movie: “Despicable Me 3,” all ages. Rated PG. No registration.
East Berlin Library Hours - East Berlin Library is open Mondays and Thursdays, 3 to 5 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Berlin Free Library Hours: Monday and Friday, 2:30 to 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fill a Bag Book Sale – Monday, Dec. 11, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Dec. 13, 9 to 11 a.m.; Friday, Dec. 15, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Covering Central Connecticut since 1867 Turn Your Unwanted Items into
CASH
203-238-1953
CALL THE
TUB MAN BEST OF... AWARDS
Lic
en
se
2 0 1 6
d
&
In s
ur e
d, Lic # 2 8 2 9 31
We offer tub and shower conversions
2,999
$
Includes demo, haul away, subfloor, plumbing & sheetrock, Kohler fixtures, installations of Kohler tub or shower enclosure, fiberglass units+
• Fast, dependable, friendly service • Full plumbing & carpentry service • Free estimates over the phone!
NO JO B TOO SMALL
Matt’s Pro Plumbing
www.mattsproplumbing.com 860-922-9976 The Bathroom Remodeling Specialist
58436-01
Be Free From Diabetes. Call today to book your consult 860-829-0707!
– Dec. 15 to 19. For more information, call 860-8287126. Sit & Knit – Thursday, Dec. 21, 6 p.m. Sit & Knit – Thursday, Dec. 28, 1 p.m.
If you need a tub or shower replaced,
What's included with the program: - Individualized care - Normalized blood pressure - Lower cholesterol - Lower fasting blood glucose - Lower Hb A1c - Lower BMI - Better quality of life overall - Complimentary gym membership (for duration of treatment) - Becoming diabetes free - A happier, healthier you!
A11
A12
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
BHS seniors honored
Luminary sales benefit homeless shelter
Berlin High School seniors Danielle Taglucop and Jacob Giuliano have been named recipients of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superindendents Student Recognition Awards.
The Friends of the Friendship Service Center is offering luminaries for purchase and ask that they be lighted on Thursday, Dec. 21, the longest night of the year, in memory of those who have lost their lives while homeless during the last year.
Berlin High School selects two students annually, one male and one female, to be honored, based on community service/service to others, academic prowess relative to ability, and
Taglucop
Giuliano
Kits are available at the fol-
leadership service to the school community.
lowing locations: Sharon Elizabeth’s Floral Design, 202 Mill St; Good Cause Gifts, 384 Main St.; Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St.; New Britain City Hall, room 301; Amato’s Toy Store, 283 Main St., New Britain; The Downtown Visitor Center, 66 West Main St., New Britain; Webster Bank,
450 Main St., New Britain; Good Cause Gifts at the Hospital for Special Care, 2150 Corbin Ave., New Britain; The Friendship Service Center, 85 Arch St., New Britain. All proceeds benefit the needs of families and individuals staying in the shelter.
Parks and Recreation
The students were honored at the Nov. 27 Board of Education meeting.
The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for winter programs. Register online through the Web-Trac program or in person at 230 Kensington Road. For more information, visit www.town.berlin.ct.us. Fees are charged for all programs.
be thinking of how Kiwanis Club seeks new members et through the Berlin Kiwanis is looking ing fun,winter. all while helping for service-minded men the community. Even a litort-term orin long-term and women interested tle bit of time will make a volunteering, leading pro- difference. For more information, call 860-306-9293. jects, networking, and havty that will give you Winter Plan Ahead for a Stress-Free Winter Programs: llest. No need to stress Fit Toddlers – Currently for You and Your LovedWinter One! Plan Ahead for a Stress-Free looking for an instructor for hs! this program for 2 and 4 year Plan Ahead for Your a Stress-Free for You and LovedWinter One! olds
jazz and modern dance. Saturdays, beginning Jan. 6 for 6 weeks, 9:45 a.m., at the Community Center.
Power Yoga – Tuesdays, 7 to 8:15 p.m., Jan. 2 to March 27, or Jan. 2 to Feb. 13, and Feb. 20 to March 27.
Painting with Peggy – Kindergarten through fifth grade. Class A: Saturday, Jan.6; Class B: Saturday, Feb. 3 and 24; Class C: Saturday, March 3 and 17; Class D: Saturday, April 21, 10 to 11 a.m., at the Community Center.
Introduction to Yoga – Thursdays, 7 to 8:15 p.m. Jan. 4 to March 29 or Jan. 4 to Feb. 8 and Feb. 15 to March 29. Tai Chi (for Osteoporosis and Fall Prevention) – Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Dec. 6 to Jan. 17 and Jan. 24 to March 7.
Girls second grade Instructional basketball – Saturdays, beginning Jan. 6 for 8 weeks, Pilates – 30-Day Movement Makeover same as 30-Day 1 to 2 p.m., at Griswold EleExploring Dance – Ages 3-5, Challenge Program. Bementary School. Ballet, tap and jazz. Saturgins Thursday, Feb. 1. Deaddays, beginning Jan. 6 for 6 Boys second grade Instrucline to register is Monday, weeks, 9:50 to 10:20 a.m., at tional basketball – Saturdays, Jan. 29. For more informathe Community Center. beginning Jan. 6 for 8 weeks, tion.visit www.personalenoon to 1 p.m. or 2 to 3 p.m., uphoria.com. Dance Elements – Ages 5-8. at Griswold Elementary Ballet and tap technique, Kindergarten Puppy TrainSchool. ing – Thursdays, Jan. 11 to Feb. 22, 6 to 7 p.m. For dogs Kangoo Power – 13 years and older. Tuesdays, Jan. 2 to up to 6 months old. First Feb. 20, 5 to 5:50 p.m., at the class held without dog. Community Center Basic Dog Obedience – Men’s 31+ Basketball – Tues- Tuesdays, Jan. 9 to Feb. 20, 6 days, 6 to 9 p.m., at McGee to 7 p.m. Dogs must be at Middle School, Dec. 5 to least 6 months old. First With the winter season approaching you may be thinking of how March 27. Pay a seasonal fee class held without dog. are going toapproaching helpapproaching the senior in your lifemay get through winter. With theWith winter season you may bethethinking theyouwinter season you be thinking of howof how or a drop-in rate. Drop-Ins help! With options both short-term or long-term Canine Manners – WednesareBenchmark going to can help the senior in for your life getget through the winter. you are you going to help the senior in your life through the winter. must provide verification of stays seniors can enjoy a safe, social community that will give you Benchmark can help! With options for both short-term or long-term days, Jan. 10 to Feb. 14, 6 to Benchmark can help! for both BOTH the timeWith to enjoyoptions your holidays to the fullest.short-term No need to stressor long-term eligibility at the door. Teams stays seniors can awith safe, social community will give John Diakun, John Diakun, M.S.M.S. formed on a nightly basis. about all thatenjoy comes thesocial cold winter months! that that 7 p.m. Dog must have comstays seniors can enjoy a safe, community willyou give you BOTH the time to enjoy your holidays to the fullest. No need to stress Audiologist Audiologist pleted Basic Dog Obedience BOTH the time to enjoy your holidays to the fullest. No need to stress about all that comes with the cold winter months! Reserve a winter stay today! class. Women’s 30+ Volleyball – about all that comes with the cold winter months! Celebrating Celebrating Call us at 203-235-0181 Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 over 20 years over 20 years Reserve a winter stay today! p.m., at McGee Middle CONNECT WITH US Reserve a winter stay today! Call us at 203-235-0181 Kensington Hearing ServicesSchool, Jan. 3 to March Kensington Hearing Services 211Britain New Britain 211 New Rd. Rd. Call us at 203-235-0181 28. Pay a seasonal fee or a Kensington to McDonald's) drop-in rate. Drop-ins must Kensington • (Next•to(Next McDonald's) FACEBOOK.COM/ provide verification of eligiRECORDJOURNAL bility at the door. Teams 511 Kensington Avenue | Meriden, CT 06451 Hearing evaluations.formed on a nightly basis. 203-235-0181 | VillageAtKensingtonPlace.com Hearing evaluations. NEWSPAPER
for You and Your Loved One!
today! 181
Hearing Solutions Hearing Solutions 58327-01
SOCIALLY
CT 06451 Place.com
860-826-6450 860-826-6450
511 Kensington Avenue | Meriden, CT 06451 203-235-0181 | VillageAtKensingtonPlace.com
76901-01
511 Kensington Avenue | Meriden, CT 06451 203-235-0181 | VillageAtKensingtonPlace.com
Hearing fittings, Hearing aid aid fittings, repairs batteries. repairs andand batteries. Medicare, HMOs, Medicare, HMOs, Medicaid Claims Medicaid Claims
GO MOBILE
TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL
/Classifieds
INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
A13
Hospital volunteer opportunities
SHELTER PETS
The Hospital of Central Connecticut offers volunteer opportunities. Several departments need volunteers at their reception desks. Volunteers also are needed at the main desk to provide escorting and guiding services as well as wheelchair assistance. Volunteers with a certified pet therapy dog are welcome. Pet visits provide
comfort and support to patients who may have no visitors or feel lonely and isolated in a hospital setting. Research shows these visits can reduce anxiety, loneliness and blood pressure, and may help motivate withdrawn patients to cooperate in their treatment. Patient See Hospital, A14
LEDGECREST HEALTH CARE CENTER A SKILLED NURSING FACILITY RECEIVES HIGHEST AWARD AVAILABLE FROM THE CENTER FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES,
FIVE STARS!
Newt, a white and brown tabby, is still looking for his forever family. He is a comical, playful 4 1/2-month-old kitten. He gets a little nervous around other cats but we think he will adjust. Visit www.fobac.org to view all adoptable animals and fill out adoption application.
Whipper, 10 weeks old, is a little shy but purrs on contact and loves to snuggle. He needs a little TLC and a kind heart. Visit www.fobac.org to view all adoptable animals and fill out an adoption application. For more information, call FOBAC at 860-828-5287.
Business Owner / Service Provider?
LIST YOUR SERVICE 203-238-1953
/Classified
Local listings online!
LEDGECREST Health Care Center
For More Information Call 860-828-0583
Ledgecrest Health Care Center is located in the center of Berlin.
Best Selection of Used Vehicles!
Medicare & Medicaid accepted.
Classified Section
154 Kensington Road • Kensington, CT 06037
58953-01
In Our Business / Service Directory
LOOKING FOR A NEW RIDE?
PLEASE VISIT WWW.CMS.GOV FOR MORE INFORMATION
FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year From Dynasty Jewelers Your Hometown Jeweler Where there is something for everyone!
Dynasty Jewelry, Inc. WATCH & JEWELRY REPAIR 1064 FARMINGTON AVE KENSINGTON, CT 06037
77283-03
(860) 828-7589 FRANCESCO FAZIO II
A14
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
COMMENTARY
2017 was a good year for Berlin businesses By Chris Edge
In the spirit of the season, I would like to thank the people of Berlin and especially the businesses that call Berlin home for allowing me to serve in the position of Economic Development Director for the town. I truly enjoy what I do and am so pleased to receive the support that I do from both residents and firms that call Berlin home. As we all know, Berlin is a great community that is known for its pride in its sports, its people, its parks,
ment and 15 local businesspeople came to Berlin High School to give 11th graders an overview on employer expectations and interviewing I have met many people who tools. have called Berlin their In addition, we saw a numhome for most (if not all) of ber of businesses which their lives as well as young came to Berlin or started couples who have recently new in the health industry, purchased a home here. real estate, personal services, I wanted to share a few maour first antique shop, crejor business highlights in ative products, a sign-maker 2017, which include the and a design center. A few of completion of the new Acura those businesses include Dealership on the Berlin Box Bistro, Cuts of Wood, CT Turnpike, the near compleRealty Pros, Dollar Tree, Intion of Forrest Machine on novative Fitness & WellChristian Lane, and a Nov. 1 ness, Lyon & Billard Home event where Junior Achieve- Design Center, Pedal Powits schools and its outstanding legacy as a great place to grow up, and to raise a family.
er, Rebel Fitness, SalCal Real Estate, Sign Boss, Star Alterations & Tailoring, and Turnpike Antiques. We also saw five Berlin firms do major renovations, expansions or relocations in town. I am proud to see these firms grow in 2017 – A .S. Labieniec, CarStar, Dental Associates of Kensington, Euro-American Homecare and Headmasters. These businesses, all owned locally, expressed their belief in the future of Berlin through their continued investment in town. These firms are just the tip of the
iceberg, as a number of other firms are considering expanding in town in 2018. It has been an honor to help make Berlin a better place to do business and call home. The work is not done by any means, but the Economic Development Commission and I are working to change the face of Kensington Village, Farmington Avenue and to bring new goods, services and food options to Berlin. Please remember to support your Berlin businesses. And have a very happy holiday season!
DRS, IRS promote ‘Tax Security Awareness Week’ The Connecticut Department of Revenue Services is joining the IRS to promote personal data security during National Tax Security
Awareness Week. The annual event promotes data security and helps practitioners and taxpayers protect tax data and personal information
COLD WEATHER IS HERE!
TIME TO SERVICE YOUR VEHICLE! CALL TODAY.
Have Fun Have BEST OF...Fun #1 BEST
AUTO REPAIR FAiR! FAiR!
in advance of the holidays and the 2018 filing season – prime time for tax thieves.
season. On-line shopping and commerce is convenient and efficient, but also invites phishing, hacking and stealThis initiative is part of the ing personal identity and fifederal and state Security nancial information. BusiSummit as well as DRS anti- nesses need to be very carefraud and taxpayer protecful about inadvertently distion efforts here in Connecti- closing employee data. Even cut. The IRS recently report- worse, disreputable and uned documented theft to date professional tax preparers of the names, addresses and have increasingly become Social Security numbers of partners in tax fraud.” more than 145 million Sullivan added that some Americans. basic protections include: Said DRS Commissioner Creating strong passwords Kevin Sullivan, “Don’t fall and changing them regularvictim this holiday and tax
AWARDS 0 the 1 7 at2at the
• • • •
Oil Changes Oil•Changes • • Tune-ups • Tune-ups • Brakes Brakes • • Tires Tires •
828-3346
Recognizing phishing emails, threatening phone calls and texts from thieves posing as legitimate organizations such as banks, credit card companies and government agencies – including the DRS or IRS.
Hospital
Replacement • Gutters (860) Windows 667-2160 Free Estimates Decks • Additions Licensed & Insured Lic. #00556269
75650-01
928 FARMINGTON AVE, BERLIN 860-828-3346 RONSAUTOCT.COM
Encrypting your sensitive files such as tax records stored on a computer or portable device.
See Tax, A15
Siding and Roofing • Replacement Windows ROOFING & SIDING Gutters and Decks • Additions
928 Farmington Ave., Berlin 928 Farmington Ave., Berlin OPEN M–F 7:30AM–5PM 828-3346
Installing security software with a strong firewall with anti-virus protections that are always on and update automatically.
Never clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown or suspicious
• Exhaust Systems Exhaust Systems • Complete Engine Analysis Complete Engine Analysis • Front End Alignments Front End Alignments • Emissions Repair Emissions Repair
– ASE CERTIFIED – – ASE CERTIFIED –
ly.
WINDOWS Advocate volunteers provide & DOORS friendly visits to all inpa-
860-667-2160
INSULATING
WINDOWS & DOORS
76455-02
Free Estimates Licensed & Insured Lic. #00556269
From A13 INSULATING
tients to ensure their experience is positive, care is exceptional and to promote a high level of customer satisfaction. For an application, visit www.thocc.org.
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
A15
Senior Happenings AARP
Programs
The Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m., at the Senior Center. The monthly Chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 19, 1:15 p.m., at the Senior Center. Berlin High School Madrigal Singers plan Christmas entertainment.
Wii Bowling - Fridays at 12:45 p.m. Call Tina or Jane at 860-828-7006.
Show at New York Botanical Gardens. Dec. 19 – Polynesian Christmas with Bright Lights. Dec. 19 – UConn vs. Oklahoma at Mohegan Sun.
Trips Dec. 12 – Boars Head Feast Williams Inn and Bright Lights. Dec. 14 – Holiday Train
Jan. 27 – UConn vs. Tulane at Gampel Pavilion. For more information, call the Senior Center at 860-
Senior Menu 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. Monday, Dec. 11: Cranberry juice, Chicken ala King over wild rice, Oriental blend vegetables, pumpernickel bread, pears.
Senior Bowling Senior Bowling, Dec 1: Mike Koval, 182; Dennis Derose, 164; Ferd Brochu, 163; Barb Patterson, 162; Jim Nishioka, 160; Nick Nesci, 158. All seniors are welcome Fridays, 9 a.m., at Lucky Lanes, 1782 Berlin Turnpike.
Senior volunteers sought to read to students
Tuesday, Dec. 12: Swedish meatballs with sour cream gravy, buttered noodles, beets, rye bread, apricots.
The Community Renewal Retired Senior Volunteer Program is looking for volunteers, age 55+, to serve in the READS program.
Wednesday, Dec. 13: Egg nog, stuffed chicken, oven roasted potatoes, baby carrots and peas, dinner roll, cheesecake.
The program is a schoolbased program where volunteers are partnered with students in Berlin elementary schools, providing reading guidance for one hour per week, October to May. The tutors help make reading fun, serving as positive role models that inspire the love
Thursday, Dec. 14: Cranberry juice, lasagna Rollette, Romaine salad, 12 grain bread, vanilla pudding. Dec. 15: Pier 17 fish, mashed sweet potato, spinach, dinner roll, citrus sections.
CONTACT CLASSIFIED (203) 238-1953
sources.
To report identity theft call the CT DRS at 855-842-1441. To report tax fraud, email the DRS. For more information about Connecticut taxes, visit www.ct.gov/DRS or call 1800-382-9463. — Press Release
WINTER SPECIAL
OIL CHANGE, LUBE, & FILTER
ENGINE SCAN TEST
Flush & Check Radiator up to 2 Gallons of Coolant, Check Belts, Hoses & Thermostat. Parts Extra. With coupon only. Expires 12/31/17.
Includes free tire rotation & free 21 Point Inspection. With coupon only. Expires 12/31/17.
Most cars. With coupon only. Expires 12/31/17.
FAIL YOUR EMISSIONS TEST?
ELECTRONIC TUNE-UP 4 CYL $3995 6 CYL $4995 8 CYL $5995
2999
We can diagnose your problem
2995
$
Does not include repair work. One coupon per customer. With coupon only. Expires 12/31/17.
Firefighters sought 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
Setback league A women’s Setback league is held the first Tuesday and last Thursday of the month, 7 p.m., at the Berlin Italian Club at 7 p.m.
Thank You for Shopping Local
Get Found. List it here.
RICH’S CITGO III $
For more information and to volunteer, contact Theresa Strong at 860-519-3484 or strongt@crtct.org.
Berlin and be physically capable. Contact Mike Blais at mikeblais@hotmail.com or 860-329-7738.
PROVIDE A SERVICE?
1595
$
Includes plugs & full inspection. Parts extra. One coupon per customer. With coupon only. Expires 12/31/17.
2995
$
10%
76403-01
Protecting your personal data and making sure your tax records are always secure. It is rarely necessary to disclose a Social Security number to complete a commercial transaction.
of reading to the students.
SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT
116 MAIN STREET • KENSINGTON, CT • 860-828-1155 Mon–Fri 8AM–6PM, Sat 8AM–Noon
®
FACTORY RETAIL STORE 80 South Vine St., Meriden, CT
203-235-2541 x153
Tasty Holiday Treats • • • • • • • •
Holiday Gift Baskets Boxed Chocolates Hanukkah & Christmas Novelties Chocolate Towers Our Famous Pecan Bark Ribbon Candy (Assorted & Peanut Butter) Sugar Free Chocolates And much more ...!
10
%
COUPON
OFF
ANY PURCHASE
Cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires 12/23/17.
HOURS:
Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri: 9–5 Thurs: 9–6, Open Sat: 12/9 9–5, 12/16 9–5, 12/23 9–2
DIRECTIONS:
South Vine Street is located between Hunter’s Ambulance and McDonald’s off of West Main Street
Find us at
www.thompsonchocolate.com
77791-01
From A14
emergency medical appointments in their hometown or nearby. The proVolunteer drivers gram serves seniors and veterans from Berlin, The Community Renewal Southington and New Team, Inc., RSVP team iniBritain. For more informatiated the Volunteer Medical Transportation Program tion, or if a senior or veteran is in need of a ride, conto help bridge the transportation gap facing seniors tact Theresa Strong, at 860519-3484 or email Strongt@ 55-plus who experience crtct.org. challenges getting to non-
In Brief
• OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE • FREE DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE • ALL YOUR AUTOMOTIVE NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOF • WE WORK ON FOREIGN & DOMESTIC VEHICLES
Tax
828-7006.
A16
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Local couple opening Farmington Ave. fitness facility Do School Family Health and Fitness.
A Berlin husband and wife team will soon offer martial arts classes, as well as nutritional guidance, in town as part of their expanded New Britain-based business.
The business is two-fold. The wellness and nutrition aspect will be added to the new Berlin facility at 1201 Farmington Ave. Yousef currently runs the nutrition and wellness business from the Yousef’s house in Berlin and makes
“It sort of opened up my whole world,” she said. The health and wellness side of the business focuses on plant-based solutions and how to eat healthier. The Berlin location will allow the nutrition classes and resources to be available in the same building as Tae Kwon Do. Kick boxing classes will also be available.
Kristin and Waleed Yousef, Berlin residents, will soon open Yousef Tae Kwon Do and family health and fitness business on Farmington Avenue. Ashley Kus, The Citizen
town, was not immediately available for comment on the new business.
businesses in the future. “It’s been a long time coming,” she said.
He is a grandmaster with a 7th degree black belt.
The facility will join other recent health-based businesses that have opened in town, including Box Bistro down the street.
The Yousef Tae Kwon Do and family fitness business is expected to open Tuesday, Jan. 2.
Chris Edge, economic development director for the
Yousef said she is looking to collaborate with similar
“Our customer base is getting bigger, said Yousef’s husband and co-owner Waleed. “This will be something good for Berlin.”
More information can be found by calling 860-2233399
Hearing held on bus service changes By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff
BERLIN — The Capitol Re-
potential local bus service improvements, including a change in the Berlin route and new service in Southington.
gion Council of Governments was scheduled to host a public meeting Tuesday to gather feedback on
SUDOKU
CRCOG representatives were to present the Comprehensive Transit Service Analysis at a meeting at the BerlinPeck Memorial Library meeting room, 243 Kensington Road. An additional meeting will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 at the New Britain Public Library community room, 20 High St. The Comprehensive Transit Service Analysis is a collaboration by CRCOG, the Connecticut Department of Transportation, CTtransit and the Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments. After the public hearings, the group will make a final report in the spring.
57769-01
“My goal is to empower people,” said Kristin Yousef, coowner of Yousef Tae Kwon
home visits to people that want them. She started getting involved in nutrition education after her son was born with various health problems.
57766-01
By Ashley Kus The Citizen
The study team developed a draft preferred service scenario to improve CTtransit See Bus, A17
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
A17
Buses
860-829-5226
Insured
• Dry Cleaning • Shirt Laundering Services •Tailoring & Alterations • Rugs & Leather • Drapes, Quilts & Blankets • Waterproofing
Angie’s List Super Service Award Winner Bill Scully, Master Electrician Berlin, CT • Lic #0197227-E1 860-637-7632 • Credit Cards Accepted
Home Away from Home Environment
203-439-7747 10% Discount To All Veterans
Call today for more information about your Preschool Program!
Lic. #303285
“Quality Service You Can Count On”
Call Today to Schedule & Save!
www.jrheatandcool.com
58645-01
1270581
TONY’S
ANTIQUES WANTED
OIL COMPANY, LLC “Owner Operated Since 1999”
“Owner Operated Since 1999”
747-5412
or visit
www.tonysoil.com for current price www.tonysoil.net AUTOMATIC DELIVERY * LOW PRICES * DEPENDABLE SERVICE
400 Gallons more/Same Address • 10¢ OFF per BIG TANK SPECIAL: 10gallon CENTS OFF orPER GALLON BIG TANK SPECIAL s r
r
TM
4¢ per gal. SENIOR DISCOUNT HOD #360 A.C. & BURNER SERVICE AVAILABLE
76878-01
58321-01
174 Main St, East Berlin, CT 06023 860-828-1868
860-793-2686
Servicing all major brands of central heating systems, boilers, central a/c systems & window units!
CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED
Clint & Pat Bigelow Antiques
Heating & Cooling, LLC
58564-01
JR
CT Lic. # 180640
L CAL Y A TOD
* CT Preschool Benchmarks Curriculum * Spanish lessons * Sign language lessons * Soccer Sports * Preschool Yoga * Jump Bunch Sports
103 Hotchkiss Street, Berlin, CT 860-828-4339 • www.discoverycenterberlin.com
Seamless Gutters • Custom Gutter Covers • Gutter Cleaning Services
Furniture, Paintings, Oriental Rugs, Hooked Rugs, Quilts, Sterling, Pottery, Glassware, Post Cards, Old Toys, Dolls & Berlin, CT Items
Preschool Program Including:
Discovery Center Preschool and Daycare
Veteran Owned Business LIFETIME PROTECTION & NO CLOG WARRANTY
1271998
Edge and other town officials hope to piggyback economic development around the new train station through new housing and commercial space. The bus system through the eastern part of the town will add
File photo, Record-Journal
FREE BUTTON REPLACEMENT ◆ FREE STORAGE
The bus route would pass the Berlin train station, giving riders the option to travel north to Hartford and Springfield via rail. “We’ve been talking about downtown New Britain to the train station,” said Berlin Economic Development Director Chris Edge. “They are trying to coordinate responses before making decisions.”
in New Britain.
76982-01
“We do recommend rerouting one route and adding a second route that goes to the train station and links to Meriden,” said Cara Radzins, principal transit planner for CRCOG.
mgodin@record-journal.com
SERVICE DIRECTORY
1287198
Notable changes include Route 501 between New Britain and Meriden to include Arch Street, Farmington Avenue, Lower Lane, Berlin Turnpike, and Colony Road into service to Meriden’s Westfield mall and MidState Medical Center. Service along Chamberlain Highway would be discontinued due to low ridership potential, according to a statement announcing the presentation.
The group plans to issue a final report in the first quarter of 2018 to present to the state Department of TransPotential local bus service changes are the subject of portation and CTtransit. public meetings scheduled tonight in Berlin and Thursday
58550-02
The draft is intended to address current issues and improve overall service, and consists of three phases. Phase 1 would include the majority of service improvements, while phases 2 and 3 would each build on that with additional service expansions. Phase 1 is costneutral, and would not require additional funding to be implemented, while Phase 3 includes all service improvement recommendations.
Route 542 would provide new service connecting Bristol and Plainville to Southington, operating via West Street, West Queen Street, and Queen Street. Connections to other routes would be available at the Lake Avenue Park & Ride, downtown Bristol, and Connecticut Commons in Plainville.
Phase 2 would include an expansion of service in Southington by operating along West Street, Main Street, and Queen Street. Phase 3 would include an additional expansion of service north to Unionville.
70869-01
bus service in the New Britain-Bristol Division. The draft was developed based on the two scenarios that were presented to the public during the spring of 2017 and the feedback received by the study team.
another piece to the puzzle.
58567-01
From A16
A18
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS
Letters Policy Email letters to news@theberlincitizen.com; mail to 11 Crown St., Meriden, CT 06450 or fax to 203639-0210. The Citizen will print only one letter per person each month. Letters should be approximately 300 words. We reserve the right to edit letters. Letters should be on topics of general interest to the community. We do not list names of people, organizations and businesses being thanked. Names of businesses are not allowed. Letters must be signed and names will appear in print. Include a phone number so The Citizen can contact you for verification. Letters must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday to be considered for publication the following Thursday.
RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.
The Berlin Lions Club delivered Thanksgiving meals to over 35 Berlin families.
YOUR HOMETOWN REPRESENTATIVE
KAITLIN HORN
Kait is our Media consultant for the Berlin and Southington Citizen. She is here to help local businesses attract and retain new customers. She can help you with:
60255-01
• • • • • • •
Website Development Search Engine Marketing Search Engine Optimization E-Mail Marketing Reputation Management Social Media Creation and Management Inserts/Menus/Direct Mail
• • • • • •
Promotions / Contests Targeted Display Retargeting Gift Card Stores Geo Fencing Print
WE ARE THE ONLY PUBLICATION THAT IS MAILED TO EVERY HOME IN BERLIN – MORE THAN 20,000 WEEKLY READERS! Put Kait to work for your business today. Contact Kait at 203.317.2324 or khorn@rjmediagroup.com
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
A19
Berlin quarterback Kevin Dunn, protected by Alex Halkias, fires a pass Sunday. Matt Leidemer, Special to The Citizen
Berlin’s Matt Wojciechowski takes down a Killingly ball carrier. Greg Carson (No. 54) follows the play.
Cornerstone
Killingly rolls over Berlin in semis after, slicing Killingly’s lead in half, 14-7. But Killingly answered with 1:01 to play in the second to bump its lead to 21-7, which was the tally at halftime.
With its reserve troops in the game, Killingly added one more touchdown with 4:27 to play.
While the final score was indeed lopsided, the game didn’t start out looking like it After the break, Killingly would be a rout. In fact, it poured it on. was a scoreless tie at the end On the first play of the third of the first quarter. quarter, the home team ran Killingly struck for a score for a 68-yard score to take a early in the second, however, three-touchdown lead. and the host team expanded Then, with 7:48 to go in the its lead to 14-0 with under third, Killingly struck again. nine minutes to play in the With 3:03 remaining in the half. third, Killingly put another Berlin got on the board soon TD on the board to make it 42-7.
Flanders West Apartments 1–3 Darling Street, Southington, CT Studio & One Bedroom Apt. Homes Includes Heat/Hot Water, Appliances Computer & Fitness Center Free Meal Program & Activities Free Shuttle Bus Service Affordable Apartments for Qualified Applicants 50 years of age or older. For more info call 860.621.3954 TTY 711 FlandersWestBC.com
Derek Jutras Broker/Owner
OPEN SUNDAY 12-2 Berlin quarterback Kevin Dunn was picked off twice in Berlin wrapped up its 2017 the first half, but also threw campaign with a record of 9a touchdown strike, to Anos lam Hab añol drew Brochu. Giancarlo Tu- 3. p s E • FHA 13 UNA ROAD BERLIN - Beautiful renovated top to bottom fano connected on the extra • VA — Citizen report Cape Cod home w/5 bdrms 3 bths. Living room w/gas fireplace. • USDA Bright kit. w/granite countertops, new cabinets, tile floors and SS point. *
Anthony Undercuffler had an interception for the RedFor all your home mortgage financing
• FHA • VA • USDA • 203K Streamline/Full 203K • Multi Family • Conventional • Jumbo • Portfolio • Reverse Mortgages For • Investments
• 203K Streamline/Full 203K • Multi Family • Conventional • Jumbo • Portfolio • Reverse Mortgages • Investments needs. We lend Nationally.
applic. Beautiful 3 season porch w/slider to spacious backyard. Bathrooms have all new fixtures, granite and tile. Gleaming hardwood flrs throughout. 1 car garage and partially fin. Bsmt. $299,900 Angie Santoro 860-214- 6384
31 CLUB DR. KENSINGTON - Elegant home overlooking Shuttle Meadow Golf Course. This home reflects beautiful light, fabulous flr pln and an abundance of space and character that make it unique.5 bdrs 4.1bths.. A second staircase leads to a bdrm suite and the third staircase leads to a fully At New England Alliance Mortgage, wefinished are a bdrm,LR federallyandchartered full bth. $529,900 Betsy Cooney 860-966-4296 bank, lending our own money.
www.neamberlin.com www.neamberlin.com
For all your home mortgage financing needs. We lend Nationally.
860-828-5374 Peter D. L. Kern VP/SR Loan Officer
www.neamberlin.com NMLS Company NMLS #418481 Peter D. #11142 L. Kern NMLS #11142 979 Farmington Ave Office Hours: 10:30am5:00pm available by Appointment) Company NMLS #418481 (After hours Berlin, CT 06037 24/7 E-mail: pkern@nealliancemortgage.com
979 Farmington Avenue - Berlin, CT - 06037
all your home mortgage financing needs. NEW BRITAIN - Move right into this beautiful Colonial renovated from top to bottom..The We lend Nationally. charming front porch with simple details, * Oficial de Prestamo de habla Español
All loans are subject to credit approval including credit worthiness, insurability, and ability to provide acceptable collateral. Not all loans or products are available in all states or counties. New England Alliance Mortgage and Bank of England are not affiliated with any government agency. New England Alliance Mortgage is a division of Bank of England. NMLS 418481. Member FDIC.
invites you thru a spacious foyer and bright sun filled rooms. This spacious home has 3 large bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The hardwood floors throughout this home have been refinished. New furnace, windows, water heater and much more. $199,900 Kate Smulski 860-559-0248
www.neamberlin.com NEW PRICE 979 Farmington Ave Berlin, CT 06037
NMLS #11142 Peter D. L.Company Kern, SRNMLS Loan #418481 Officer
NMLS #11142 Office Hours: 10:30am-5:00pm (After hours available by Appointment) 24/7 E-mail: pkern@nealliancemortgage.com
860-828-5374
64070-01
Office: 860-893-0093 Cell: 860-604-6718 Sal@salcal.com
With the win, Killingly improved to 12-0 and will face Barlow (9-3) for the Class M title.
Peter D. L. Kern
68824-18
Sal Calafiore
coats in the second quarter.
860-828-5374
71170-01
“Your Smart Choice in Real Estate” – NEW BRITAIN – 185 West Main St, New Britain, CT 860-893-0093 – PLAINVILLE – 56 Neal Ct, Plainville, CT – BERLIN – 488 New Britain Rd, Berlin, CT 860-828-1783 w w w. SA L C A L .com
Office (860) 828-7877 Fax (860) 828-5797 Cell (860) 883-7091 E-mail: djutras@sbcglobal.net 58668-01
KILLINGLY — Killingly defeated Berlin 49-7 Sunday in the semifinals of the CIAC Class M playoffs.
Real Estate llc
NEW BRITAIN - Rear lot 15,246sq. ft. public water & sewer & gas available… $15,000 Angie Santoro 860-214-6384
“Trust the Experts”
Oficial de Prestamo de habla Espanol Todas revelaciones y formas son en Inglés.
860-828-7877
951 Farmington Ave, Berlin, CT
A20
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
FALL BOCCE CHAMPIONS CROWNED
The new Dawg House Bar & Grill at 999 Broad St. in Meriden. The business opened in mid-November on the site of the former Quality Time Food & Spirits. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Dawg House Bar & Grill opens in Meriden MERIDEN — After Quality Time Food & Spirits closed its doors in August, many were anxious to see what would happen to the former bar. When the bar reopened as the Dawg House Bar & Grill last month, patrons learned that new owners, Berlin residents Louise and Bianca Jacques, incorporated parts of the bar’s past while also taking steps toward the future.
“We quietly opened because first impressions mean so much, we wanted to know we could handle it and it turned out really well,” coowner Louise Jacques said. “Meriden found out we were open anyway so on that first night … this place was like three-deep at the bar all night.” Many customers also have come in wanting to meet them, and to tell them how they used to be regulars at Quality Time. “You wouldn’t believe the amount of people that have thanked us for opening,”
Scripture Bits The IPIC Italian Political Independent Club coed fall bocce tournament champions are
Quality Time Food & Spirits G E M Y B X Tpictured. O H U,Front B Xrow, T from K T left: H CDomenica Holman, Eloise Plumley, Rollo Plumley, Maria was operated by the VumbaManuele, Pam Pathegal. Back row: Christian Holman, Ernesto Manuele, Tom Pathegal. co family for 15 years. Paul Vumbaco died inVMay M Z2015 P M D M O Y R Y X C R X T V C, In Brief following an accident at his Higganum home, and the decision to closeVthe commercial application and M busiJ O T H M UConn C E M Xgets Y M G E X The institute will seek to ness in August was a mutual bring together student and can be used to create new $22.5M pledge; faculty programs, fostering companies. one between his wife Sharon Vumbaco and children and innoR X T V C H P2nd H Z largest PUM O M XQ in G O Dentrepreneurship — Associated Press Alyssa and Joseph. vation that potentially has
school history
NEWINGTON OIL COMPANY
Louise and Bianca both CE M H M O, STORRS VZX— G The Y O YR UConn wanted to keep the restauFoundation says the CEO rant as similar to Quality and founder of generic Time as possible.CThe bar X H H M R Vdrug B developer CEM G P Y R. ----Chemwstill has the same tables, Inc. has committed erth chairs and bar seats. They painted and added -----newS O K M H$22.5 1:6million to the university, the secondcomputerized cash registers, largest pledge in its hisbut even the kitchen staff remains the same.CLUE: V = B tory.
• New Customer Receive 10¢ Off Per Gallon! • We Will Beat Anybody’s Price!
“We were kind of sad when (Quality Time) closed. We weren’t sure what to expect when it reopened,” Durham resident Steve Behling said referring to his group of friends. “The menu looks exactly the same … now we know what to expect from the food.” Louise Jacques said she wanted to understand what customers enjoyed the most on the Quality Time menu, and kept items like the “QT sampler,” to keep the Quality Time memory. Louise said the only change See Dawg, A24
The nonprofit said Monday $2.5 million will be paid over the next five years to establish the Peter J. Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Solve the Puzzle
Owner: Phil Spring (BHS Class of ‘96)
Family Owned & Operated 860-667-5693 860-667-5692 C.O.D. Next Day Delivery
CROSSWORD ANSWER
SUDOKU ANSWER
Scripture Bits Solution Solution When you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. – James 1:6 Puzzle on Page A8
75003-01
The mother-daughter duo opened Dawg House Bar & Grill at 999 Broad St. the Friday before Thanksgiving.
Bianca Jacques said.
57762-01
By Bailey Wright Record-Journal staff
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Legal Notices & Classifieds
A21
Reach over 310,000 readers. Call us today 203-238-1953
RJ MEDIA GROUP | Record-Journal | myrecordjournal.com | HOMEBASE Digital | Berlin Citizen | Cheshire Citizen | North Haven Citizen | Plainville Citizen | Southington Citizen | Town Times | The Post Automobiles
Automobiles
Automobiles
Automobiles
Automobiles
Automobiles Wanted
Help Wanted Maintainer II Water Division
$50/Week
$
3,888
$588 + tax and reg down $50/Week
$388 + tax and reg down $50/Week
BUY HERE - PAY HERE!
Buy Here Pay Here, No Credit Check
$
BUY HERE - PAY HERE!
(203) 269-1106
2,988
(203) 269-1106
$
2,988
(203) 269-1106
2005 Chevrolet 2005 PONTIAC Classic G6 $588 + tax and reg down $50/Week
$1,288 + tax and reg down $50/Week
BUY HERE - PAY HERE!
Buy Here Pay Here, No Credit Check
$
3,288
(203) 269-1106
$
4,488
CASH PAID - For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will consider other makes and models. (203) 600-4431.
Lost and Found
(203) 269-1106
58536-02
58536-01
58536-05
$988 + tax and reg down
2004 Hyundai Sonata GLS
58536-04
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
58536-03
2007 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
BIG REWARD! Lost in Feb. 2017, off Scenic Ct., Cheshire. Besenji, female, 43 lbs. "Sondrine" 203-592-6457
2016 DODGE DURANGO Stock #P5251 29K Miles
$
29,788
“Best Prices in CT”
2014 ACURA TL BASE SEDAN Stock #P5188 34K Miles
$
21,995
“Best Prices in CT”
2012 BUICK VERANO Stock #17-1032a 83K miles
$
9,988
“Best Prices in CT”
2012 HYUNDAI TUCSON
Stock #17-1185a FWD, Alloys, Bluetooth
$
11,188
“Best Prices in CT”
IMPOUNDED - Senior Calico cat vicinity High Rd. Call Berlin Animal Control 860-828-7055
2015 FORD MUSTANG
Stock #17-1089B Auto, Ecoboost, Leather 39K miles
$
18,988
Help Wanted
“Best Prices in CT”
OPERATOR IN-TRAINING WATER POLLUTION PLANT TOWN OF PLAINVILLE Please visit our website www.plainvillect.com for details on this FT position. EOE
203-235-1669 203-235-1669 203-235-1669 203-235-1669 203-235-1669
Stock #P5195A, 34K miles
$
31,995
“Best Prices in CT”
2015 FORD ESCAPE SE
2013 HONDA CIVIC LX
18,388
$
“Best Prices in CT”
“Best Prices in CT”
Stock #17-1221A 22K miles
$
Stock #P5107, ONLY 35K
11,848
2013 VOLVO XC60 T6 SUV Stock #17-473B 82K miles
$
19,995
“Best Prices in CT”
2013 BMW 328I
xDrive, Stock #17-1133A
$
18,995
“Best Prices in CT”
203-235-1669 203-235-1669 203-235-1669 203-235-1669 203-235-1669
72641-01
2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS 3.8 SEDAN
MERIDEN - Lost a Brown clutch/coach wrist purse at Macys in Westfield Mall on 11/ 22. Call 2032324979
Performs tasks required in the maintenance, installation, repair and construction of roadways, services, hydrants, & structures relating to facilities, lines and equipment of the water system. Requires at least three (3) years employment as a Maintainer in the Water Division or in construction involving the installation and maintenance of pipe lines and related equipment OR two (2) years training in plumbing plus one (1) year of employment as a Maintainer in the Water System OR an equivalent combination of experience and training. The Town offers a competitive pay rate of $23.12 - $28.06 per hour plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Applications or resumes will be accepted until December 26, 2017 (or the date of receipt of the 50th application) at the following address: Personnel Department, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main St., Wallingford, CT 06492, (203) 294-2080. Fax: (203) 294-2084. EOE POLICE OFFICER The Wallingford Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for Police Officer. $1,206.80 weekly plus an excellent fringe benefit package. The physical performance, written and oral board exams will be administered by the South Central Criminal Justice Administration. Candidates must register at: www.PoliceAp p.com/WallingfordCT. Registration/Applicati on deadline is Wednesday, January 17, 2018. The registration requires a fee of $85.00. EOE
Plastic Injection Molding Company Looking for: 2nd & 3rd Shift Machine Operator SHEET METAL Part Inspection, Perform MECHANICS & Secondary Tasks, HELPERS Steady work, Packing, Stacking good benefits. Call for Clean/Safe Work Interview. 860-828-3762 Environment Vacation, Holiday, Antiques Retirement, OT Avail & Collectibles Train new Employees Apply: All Molded COLLECTORS Dept 56 Plastics Co., Inc. Heritage Village Little 3(B) Fairfield Blvd, Town of Bethlehem Wallingford, CT Series, retired, $100. Hrs: M-F 8:30am-3pm firm 203-238-4478 WELDER/FABRICATOR Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication, Light Structural, Min 5-10 Yrs Experience, steady work, good benefits. Call for interview. 860-828-3762
Appliances AFFORDABLE - Used Dryers, washers, fridges, stoves, repairs available. Wallingford, 475-201-9001.
A22
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Legal Notices & Classifieds
Reach over 310,000 readers. Call us today 203-238-1953
RJ MEDIA GROUP | Record-Journal | myrecordjournal.com | HOMEBASE Digital | Berlin Citizen | Cheshire Citizen | North Haven Citizen | Plainville Citizen | Southington Citizen | Town Times | The Post Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Managing Director RJ Media Group, a family-owned and growing media company in CT & RI, is seeking a dynamic leader to build the newest division of our company! HOMEBASE Digital will be a full-service digital agency, offering marketing solutions driving business growth in our communities. This senior manager will help craft the strategic plan for our digital agency and then execute it. For a seasoned, entrepreneurial, digital executive who likes to build, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! The Managing Director will be actively involved in sales, fulfillment, training, marketing and the P&L for the agency. You will build the budget, assist and coach the sales team and manage performance & advertiser satisfaction during campaigns. Submit resume, salary requirements and cover letter telling us why we should talk, to Liz White: lwhite@rjmediagroup. com RJ Media Group is an EOE Furniture & Appliances
Makita belt sander - 3” X 1-2 ITEMS 24” belt, Model 9903 Silverware, China, Glass. $95.00 firm, Top qualiFurniture, 50’s Items. ty belt sander. Used Whole Estates BERLIN - Free: King size approx 20 hrs, great 203 238-3499 sheets, bed skirt and condit. 203-530-5164 Dri-Tec mattress cover - like new. Call 860AARON’S BUYING Music Instruments 301-2862 Old Machinist Tools, & Instruction Lathes, Bench Tools TALL DRESSER Hand Tools, Much W/NIGHTSTAND FOR More. (203) 525-0608 $50.00 203-565-7355 ALL CASH FOR
Miscellaneous For Sale
Keep warm this winter! Loom Knitted winter scarves, $20.00. Call Kevin 860-874-6689
Music By Roberta Perform + Instruct Voice lessons - all ages +levels,piano beginnerinterm. (203) 630-9295. Violin / Viola Lessons in Plantsville (Southington) Call Lindsey: (860) 378-7944
Wanted to Buy
MILITARY ITEMS 203-237-6575
ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Musical Instruments, Amps, Ham Equipment, HiFi, Radios, CB, Guitars, Audio Equipment, Antiques. 860-707-9350
1,2,3 Items or an Estate ANTIQUES - Always ûûûCA$Hûûû buying old; Toys, miliTodd Shamock tary, jewelry, art, 203-494-1695 watches, musical inKIT DINING SET 9pcs, struments, signs, ar$300.obo; 6 pc BD set, ESTATE SALE SERVICE Costume Jewelry, cade games, cameras, $250.obo; 108 "Styles" Antiques, paintings, pre 1970 sports memgarden bricks, best ofMeriden-made items. orabilia, plus more. fer; Singer sewing maOne item or entire eschine parts, best offer; List Your Items To Over tate contents. Call sm green-gray Recliner 300,000 Local Readers. 860-718-5132. $50.obo,931-619-0101
IS YOUR SITE
A SIGHT? Website Development Targeted Display Advertising Search Engine Optimization
An outdated or unprofessional website hurts your business. But a smart, wellplanned and user-friendly site not only attracts customers, it captures their
E-Mail Marketing
information, drives them to your front door
Social Media Campaigns
or closes a sale on the spot. Let us help you make the best digital impression with comprehensive website development.
To learn more about HOMEBASE Digital, contact Marcie Cerillo at 203.317.2260 or mcerillo@rjmediagroup.com.
REACH CUSTOMERS WHERE THEY LIVE
500 South Broad Street | Meriden, Connecticut 203.235.1661 | rjmediagroup.com
MEDIA THAT MOVES >>
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com Wanted to Buy
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Pets For Sale
Condos For Sale DURHAM - One floor condo in desirable Hamlet Manor (over 55). Open floor plan, 1.5 BA, attached garage & porch. Asking $209,900 Call owner 860-349-0375.
DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate. 203-235-8431.
***NEED EXTRA CASH?*** Always buying coins, gold, silver, antiques, collectibles, estate & broken or unwanted jewelry. Live auction & estate services avail. Rick’s Antiques & Coins, 428 N. Colony Rd., Rt. 5, Wlfd. 203-269-9888. www.ricksantiques andcoins.com
Wood / Fuel & Heating Equip
Businesses & Services Get Listed. Get Results.
Attics & Basement Cleaned
Junk Removal
GARY Wodatch Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courMIDDLEFIELD - 2 bedteous svc. All calls reroom house, 12 Way turned. Ins. #566326. Rd., large private lot, Cell, 860-558-5430 adjacent to golf course, close to Lake Beseck, Potter Hill Ski Cleaning Services area, good schools, ED’S JUNK REMOVAL $1400/mo, available WE HAVE DUMP TRUCK Renata’s Cleaning 1/1/18. 860-966-7487 Reg. Ins. Free on-site est. Service with Passion, Commercial/ Residen- Attics, bsemts, garages, Lots and Acreage tial Ins. 860-828-1338 appl. & more. Any Questions? Ed (203) 494-1526 or 860-796-5222 WATERBURY - Vacant lot, 55 Brewster st. 62 ft x 144 ft., (.02 acres). Electrical Services (3) Multi. Price $15,000 917-860-3856 All Systems Electric LLC Electrical Wiring & More! Rooms For Rent Generators, Security & Fire Alarms, Data Wiring, Roof De-Icing JOEL’S JUNK Meadowstone Motel Off I-91. FREE ESTIMATES! REMOVAL NEWLY UPDATED ROOMS! CT# 0187714-E1 Visit We remove entire conDaily. Weekly. $175 weekly & us at www.ase-ct.com tents of attics, sheds, up + sec. On Bus Line. FREE 860-436-4957 bsmts, garages, WI-FI . 203-239-5333 1 piece or whole house (203) 530-1375. WLFD -BR, private BA & T.E.C. Electrical entrance, util inc., no Service LLC pets/smkg,cable tv, inAll Phases of Electrical Work ternet inc. $175.wk + 4 wks sec.203-980-1441 24 hr. Emergency Service Small Jobs Welcome 203-237-2122
203-238-1953
Roofing
Houses For Rent
English & French Bulldogs $850+; Yorkie Maltese, Shih-tzu, Mini Schnauzer $650+; Labs, Rotties; $550+; Dobermans $950+; (860) 828-7442
Covering Central Connecticut since 1867 Apartments For Rent Ask About SPECIALS 1 BD apartments $800 /mo. Free Heat, HW & Elec. Ask about our pet policy. Newly renovated! Sec. dep. req. 203-639-4868
Available now WALLINGFORD- Ward CLEANEST SEASONED St., first floor, 2 BR, no FIREWOOD IN CT, pets, $900/mo + sec. $200/cord del. DisCall Joe 203-631-7094 counts over 4/ picked up. Special order hickory & cherry. Call MERIDEN - 1 BR, 4 rms, Parker Ave, quiet locaMike (203) 631-2211 tion, off st prkg. No pets/smkg. $800. FALL SPECIAL 203-213-3124
Tree Length Firewood 203-238-2149
A23
MERIDEN – 2 BR, 1st fl., dead end st., lrg yard, W/D, microwave, DW, side by side fridge, ACs, off st prkg, $900 mo. 1st, last & dep. FREE - Firewood, kinEd, (203) 314-9825. dling split to size. Must pick up. 203PLANTSVILLE - Near I565-7355 84, 1.5 rm eff. apt., $160wk incl. heat, HW, SEASONED AC, appli, Sec. dep., FIREWOOD refs. req’d. smoke free Approximately 18” long, (860) 620-0025. full cord, $200. ½ cord, $125.00 203-294-1775 WLFD - Centrally locatlavignestreeservicellc.com ed, 2 BR, 1st fl., off st. park., W/D hkup, no smk/pets, $800/mo, Call/txt-203-215-0454
Fencing
Looking for a friend? Find litters of critters in Classifieds.
Classifieds Work
Classified ads are the best way to find what you need. They are also the best way to sell your services, goods or items. Call Monday thru Friday 8am - 5pm 203-238-1953
CORNERSTONE Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-2374283. CT Reg #601060.
Gutters
WE REMOVE Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more. *FALL YardClean-ups*
FREE ESTIMATES LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218
Landscaping A & A FALL CLEANUPS Hedge, tree, shrub, debris removal/trim Attics & bsm’ts cleaned. Jim 203-237-6638 GUTTERS PLUS 25+ yrs exp. Call today for free est. 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887
Handypersons
CORNERSTONE Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-2374283. CT Reg #601060.
Fall Cleanups, Tree Work & much more! A & A Lawn Maint. 860-719-3953. Gary Wodatch Landscaping. Hedge/tree trimming. Trim overgrown properties. Calls returned. #620397 860-558-5430
Turn Your Unwanted Items into
Interested in Classified Advertising? Call Us.
203-238-1953
203-238-1953
CASH
JT’S LANDSCAPING LLC-Fall Cleanups Gutters Ceaned SNOW REMOVAL #616311- Lic. & Ins. 203-213-6528
Masonry ALEX MASONRY 30 yrs. exp. Patios, Ret. Walls, Steps, Brick, Stone, Chimneys. #580443. 203-2320257 or 203-596-0652
203-639-0032 info@ gonzalez constructionllc.com Fully Lic & Ins Reg #577319
Roofing. Siding. Windows. More. Free Est’s. Ins. # 604200. Member BBB. Harmony.(860) 645-8899
Siding.Roofing.Windows Decks.Sunrooms.Add’ CT Reg#516790. 203-237-0350 Fiderio & Sons www. fiderio.com
Painting & Wallpapering CHRIS GOSSELIN’S Painting Services, Int. & Ext.; gutter cleaning. Assoc. with www. marceljcharpentier.com Veteran Owned Roofing, carpentry. Lic.& Ins., Siding, Remod., Win#0625909 dows & More. Free est. 860-817-0656 Fully Lic/Ins. #1169536 203-631-1717
STUFF TO SELL? Call Us.
Siding
203-238-1953
Plumbing
Remodeling, Carpentry, plumbing, odd jobs. Family run for 60 yrs! CT#640689 Home Doctor 203.427.7828
Home Improvement
IF YOU Mention This Ad FALL Yard Clean-Ups Brush, branches, leaves, storm damage **JUNK REMOVAL** Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc WE CAN REMOVE ANYTHING Entire house to 1 item removed! FREE ESTIMATES Sr. Citizen Discount LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218
Roofing, siding, windows, decks & remodeling.
George J Mack & Sons Servicing the Meriden area since 1922. Toilet, faucet, sink & drain repairs. Water heater replacements. 15% Sr citizen disc. Member of BBB. 203-238-2820
List. Sell. Repeat.
Roofing. Siding. Windows. More. Free Est’s. Ins. # 604200. Member BBB. Harmony.(860)645-8899
Snow Plowing SALT $135 Yard; Sand /Salt 7:2 dot mix $75. Yard PU; 100% calcium chloride $20. 50 lb bag. Mag chloride $17. 50 lb bag. Pallet prices avail. 24/7. 203-238-9846
Tree Services Plumbing & Heating Contractor. Over 15 yrs. exp.. Whole house plumbing. Boilers, gas, oil. Will beat most competitors. Lic. & Ins.. Call 203-980-7740
Gary Wodatch LLC TREE REMOVAL All calls returned. CT#620397 Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 Cell 860-558-5430
A24
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Dawg From A20
was adding calamari to the options. “It’s definitely not something you can do alone,” Bianca Jacques said of opening the restaurant. “Everything’s new to us, you just kind of have to work hard and figure it out.” Now more than a week into business, the duo can see why everyone likes to come to eat, drink and have fun. “It kind of feels like home.
Everybody that comes in here says that and it’s starting to feel like home to us too— not just because I’m here like a hundred hours a week,” Bianca Jacques said. Bianca Jacques said the duo hopes to continue Quality Time’s fundraising efforts, including the St. Baldrick’s head shaving event in the spring. “Over the past few weeks, we’ve heard all the stories. Everyone comes in with a different story about Paul and everybody has a little
memory to share,” Bianca Jacques said. In January, Dawg House Bar & Grill plans to do an official grand opening with city officials. “We just wanted to get in here, get open,” Louise Jacques said. “Now it’s the busy season with Christmas and all that, so once we settle we’ll do our grand opening.” bwright@record-journal.com 203-317-2316 Twitter: @baileyfaywright
Owners Bianca Jacques and her mother, Louise, of Berlin, pose at the new Dawg House Bar & Grill at 999 Broad St. in Meriden. Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
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.
Find great local eats - MenusCT.com AJ’s Oasis Café
Athena II Diner
Banana Brazil Grill
Colony Diner
142 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 203-634-4912 facebook.com/ajsoasiscafe New Menu, Daily Lunch specials serving American Cuisine. Family Owned, operated. Recipient of Record-Journal’s Peoples Choice Award Best Wings. Kitchen open M.-Sat 10-10, Sun. 11-10
124 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 www.bananabrazilgrill.com
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.
Now Open. Offering Authentic South American Cuisine. Buffet changes daily. Join us for a friendly atmosphere and fresh cooked meals.
Duchess of Wallingford
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.
Route Ten Restaurant
3810 Whitney Avenue Hamden, CT 06518 (203)-691-9990 OPEN 7 DAYS 5AM-3PM SUMMER SPECIAL: Mon-Fri Get a 12oz. coffee, egg & cheese sandwich with bacon OR ham OR sausage for $4.50 from 5AM-9AM. Outdoor seating, BREAKFAST & LUNCH ALL DAY.
~ ATTENTION: RESTAURANT OWNERS! ~
To advertise your restaurant to 269,000 weekly readers Call us 203-317-2312
Find great local eats - MenusCT.com
60424-01