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Back to the drawing board for Police Commission By Charles Kreutzkamp
crats and Republicans agreed that the result of the referendum was very clear, in that The path to a new po- voters rejected the proposed lice station in Berlin has police station. There were, started over, with the issue however, notes of disagreebeing referred back to the ment in discussion about Police Commission, to con- the nuances of what council sider changing its Statement members perceived voters of Need, the document that wanted. “I don’t think (votdictates the new features re- ers) have an issue with the quired in a new police station. location (on 889 FarmingThe referendum on the po- ton Ave.) or dispute the fact lice station failed, with 38.3 that police need a new facilpercent voting for and 61.7 ity, but I think they have concerns with cost,” said Deputy percent voting against. “A resounding no,” is how Mayor William Rasmussen Mayor Rachel Rochette (D) (I). “Was it cost, location, or described the results of the referendum on the proposed timing? We don’t know,” police station, which Coun- Councilor Charles Paonessa cilor David Evans (R) de- (R) fired back. “Not $21 million and not scribed as a “five to three margin.” Both Council Demo- now,” is the message Evans The Berlin Citizen
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Watch the televised Miss USA competition this year and you may see a familiar face. “A s a f i rs t ge n e ra tion American, I’ve been brought up to understand that nothing will be handed to me,” said Miss Connecticut USA winner and Berlin native, Ashley Golebiewski. Golebiewski was announced as winner of the state competition, which included interview, swimsuit, and evening gown phases, Nov. 16. “Lucky for me, I’ve always been surrounded by people who see my potential and want to help me
reach my goals,” Golebiewski sa i d . S he said she especially wanted to thank her mother, Golebiewski her biggest influence and “number one fan.” Golebiewski said she dreams of earning a doctorate in Business Management and plans to become a professor. She also enjoys reading romance and mystery books. Golebiewski will represent Connecticut in the Miss USA pageant, which began in 1950 and is currently owned by Donald
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thinks voters were trying to send. With respect to the town charter, the results of the referendum leaves the council in “unchartered territory,” as town attorney Robert Weber described it. Though the charter has specific rules about when and how to hold a referendum on an issue, the results of the referendum are non-binding, leaving it up to the council to decide how to respond. “The people have spoken and they were not in favor of this project as it was presented them,” the mayor said, adding that “the commission is aware this was a resounding no.” See Station / Page 11
Local eyeing Miss USA crown By Charles Kreutzkamp
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Trump. The competition will be broadcast on the NBC network. “I’m looking forward to preparing for Miss USA, and only a small group of women get to experience this once in a lifetime opportunity. I am going to make the best of it,” Golebiewski said. The Berlin Citizen interviewed Golebiewski by email Nov. 20. How does it feel to win the title of Miss Connecticut USA? G o l e b i ews k i : I wa s stunned! In all honesty it was a dream come true. Since I was a little girl, I’ve always enjoyed the spotSee Title / Page 22
The Berlin High School football team takes its perfect 10-0 record into its annual pre-Thanksgiving, regular season-ending clash with New Britain Wednesday night at Veterans Stadium. Kick off is at 6 p.m. No matter the outcome that night, the Redcoats’ season will continue. The locals are the No. 1 team in the CIAC Class M state playoff rankings. Pictured: Berlin’s Owen Taylor wraps up a Rocky Hill ballcarrier during a recent triumph. | Matt Leidemer / For The Citizen
Social services brings Thanksgiving to all By Charles Kreutzkamp
Enrollment this year for holiday food assistance is “just slightly ahead of last It’s a busy time of year at year” with over 240 houseBerlin’s social services office, holds registered, according assisting individuals with ap- to Director of Social Services plying for state energy assis- Doug Truitt. Truitt said the tance, Medicare options, and holiday assistance was “well preparing for holiday food distribution. See Services / Page 11 The Berlin Citizen
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Preparations for tree lighting underway food and gift drives. “Through this event, we encourage local families to gather as a community, support those less fortunate, and share in the holiday spirit!” Riedel said. Raising Berlin is a nonprofit organization of Berlin mothers with a mission of striving to show children “what being part of a community means, and in doing so, build lasting memories for families and the town of Berlin,” Riedel said.
The Berlin Community Center, 230 Kensington Road, has scheduled Santa’s Parlor for Monday, Dec. 1; Tuesday, Dec. 2 and Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Berlin youth in preschool, kindergarten, first and second grade are welcome to drop in to visit with Santa Claus. This is a popular event, please expect a wait to visit with Santa Claus. Please do not arrive before 5:45 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Participants are
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(860) 828-7100. Santa Claus, as part of the 34th annual North Pole Connection, plans to make phone calls during the week of Dec. 8, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. A request form can be found at www.town.berlin.ct.us or wwwberlinschools.org (Community heading). Deadline is Thursday, Dec. 4.
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Men’s 31+ basketball The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for Men’s 31+ basketball. Play is scheduled for Tuesdays, 6 to 9 p.m., at McGee Middle School. A fee is charged. Teams are formed on a nightly basis. Drop-ins are welcome and must provide verification of eligibility. For more information, visit www.town.berlin.ct.us.
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6th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Sponsored by Raising Berlin, Inc and the Berlin Parks and Rec. Dept.
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Strikette bowling from Nov. 11: Marie Kaczynski, 168; Irene Willametz, 166; Chickie Saraceno, 161; Jo Panico, 159; Norma Flynn, 152. Senior bowling from Nov. 14: Al Bolduc, 195; Gene Lemery, 189; Ferd Brochu, 172; Chuck Leonhardt, 170; Frank Vitale, 163; Jim Nishioka, 154; Janet Nishioka, 150.
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Parishioners at Berlin Congregational Church remembered the less fortunate while trick or treating this year. Along with candy bags, they brought along containers for UNICEF -- the United Nations organization that provides long-term humanitarian and developmental assistance to children and mothers in developing countries -- and asked Berlin residents to contribute loose change. From left: Eric Oates, Lorene Lynch and Rayne Lynch.
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Obituaries and Billy Ashworth, of Co- Alfred Joseph retirement for Amodio Mov- and sister-in-law, William lumbia; two sisters, Lillian Sturtevant, Sr. ing and Storage, of New and Kathleen Sturtevant, Britain. A faithful servant of sister and brother-in-law, KENSINGTON — Eleanor Czapla, of Wethersfield and Louise Seagrave Ashworth, Ruth Seagrave, of MiddleBERLIN — Alfred “Big Al” the Lord, Al was a parish- Elizabeth and Neil Holt; 84, of Kensington, passed town; three brothers, Wal- Joseph Sturtevant Sr., 69, ioner of St. Paul’s Church, several nieces, nephews; away at her ter and sister-in-law, Nancy of Berlin, loving husband Kensington. He was a de- and goddaughters. home Satur- Seagrave, of Cromwell, of 40 years voted husband, father and Funeral service were held day, Nov. 15, John Seagrave, of Middlet o L i n d a Grampie; being a Grampie 2014. Elea- town , Robert and sister-inAnn (Rapp) was one of his true joys on Tuesday, Nov. 25, from nor was pre- law, Barbara Seagrave, of Sturtevant, of life. He will be best re- the Porter’s Funeral Home, membered for his many 111 Chamberlin Highway, ceded by her Higganum; a sister-in-law peacefully acts of kindness, as he did Kensington, with a Mass of husband of and brother-in-law, Charpassed 56 years Cecil lotte and William Hamaway with so much for so many peo- Catholic burial celebrated S. Ashworth. mick, of Plantsville, and his family ple; he truly lived by the at St. Paul’s Church, 485 Eleanor was born in Betty and Leroy Fredette, by his side “Golden Rule”. He was a Alling St., Kensington. Middletown. She was the of Granby Mass. She was on Thurs- man of strength and stabil- Burial was followed at Maity who always unselfishly ple Hill Cemetery, Berlin. daughter of the late Walter predeceased by a broth- day, Nov. 20, 2014. and the late Ruth (Cham- er-in-law, Anthony Czapla, Born in New Britain on put his family first. He will Al’s family would like to pion) Seagrave. Eleanor of Wethersfield, and Alfred March 13, 1945, son of be missed dearly by all. extend their sincere gratAl is survived by his de- itude and appreciation to graduated from Woodrow and sister-in-law, Claire the late Aura and Adeline Wilson High School Middle- Ashworth, of New Hamp- (Greco) Sturtevant, he was voted and caring wife, his doctors, Ciccone and town. Prior to her retirement shire. She is also survived a life-long resident of Berlin. Linda, three children, she worked at Travelers In- by several nieces and Al was a graduate of Mount daughter, Susan Sturtevant; Harrison for their compassurance Company in Hart- nephews. St. Mary’s University, class sons, Alfred Sturtevant Jr., sionate care, support and Funeral services were of 1968 with a bachelor of Thomas Sturtevant, his friendship. ford. Eleanor was a member Directions to the funeral of the Kensington Congre- held on Tuesday, Nov. 25, arts in philosophy. He spent wife, Anna and their chilgational Church for over at Kensington Congrega- his entire career in the mov- dren, Alivea and Trace; sis- home can be found at www. 50 years. She was a mem- tional Church, 312 Percival ing business, working until ter, Roberta White; brother portersfuneral.com. ber of the Woman’s Auxil- Ave., Kensington. Burial iary of the Berlin VFW Post took place in Maple Cem10732. She enjoyed bingo etery, Berlin. Donations in at the Berlin Senior Center her name may be made to and spending time with her the Kensington CongreThe Berlin, East Berlin, Kensington and physically capable of performing the duties Ask about insurance protection through gational Church better Woman’s family. South Kensington Fire Departments are of a firefighter. League orAuto the BerEleanor is survived by her Service For more information, stop by a fire house looking for volunteer firefighters. the AARP® & Homeowners Insurance Ask about better insurance through lin Senior Center. Please protection daughter and son-in-law, The dedicated volunteers must be at Monday evenings, speak with a member, or share a memory of Eleanor Katherine and Ben Vinci, Program The Hartford nowofavailable the AARP® Auto &from Homeowners Insurance least 18–years age, of good moral char- contact Assistant Chief Mike Blais at mikeof Kensington; her son and with the family in the on line acter, must reside or work in Berlin and be blais@hotmail.com; (860) 329-7738. from The – nowindependent available book at Hartford www.erickfrom your local Hartford agent. daughter-in-law, Program William guest sonhansen.com. and Laurie Ashworth, of from your local Hartford independent agent. Columbia; her grandchildren, Benjamin, Michael, ARE YOU A SAFER DRIVER? Lucian and Anthony Vinci, A RESPONSIBLE HOMEOWNER? of Kensington and Carly Ask about better insurance protection through • Average savings of $375* forthe drivers who switch. AARP® Auto www.portersfuneral.com • (860) 223-0981 Average savings of $375* for drivers who switch.& Homeowners Insurance
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Opinion America’s First Thanksgiving: Plymouth or Jamestown? By Ralph Lord Roy Early this year I received a call from Williamsburg, Va. On the phone was Bruce Ward, a close friend going back to 1979. Some of you may recall him when he directed the YMCA in Meriden. Or, you may remember how he rode his bicycle from Seattle to Meriden following the 1990 death of his beloved wife, Patricia, focusing upon places that they had enjoyed visiting together. Soon after that he climbed a 18,400 foot mountain in Nepal and paddled 140 miles up the rugged and ragged coast of Maine. Bruce was smart, jovial, and a natural leader, who excelled at many things, from finances to sports. He remarried, and Nancy became the love of his life. Eight years ago they settled in Williamsburg. Bruce, 92, told me that he was dying and asked if I would come to Williamsburg to deliver the eulogy at his memorial service. He passed away on June 5. There was standing room only at the service as Bruce had become well-known there, and one of his activities had been as a docent, an interpreter, at Jamestown nearby. I had been to Williamsburg before, but in June I visited Jamestown for the first time. This visit reminded me
of a debate that we don’t think much about here in New England. We assume that our Thanksgiving was Roy first held in 1621 in colonial Plymouth, Mass. Some will recall from their school days how classmates dressed up as Pilgrims and Native Americans, and teachers told us about William Bradford, Miles Standish, Massasoit, and Squanto and the meal of wild turkey and stuffing, cranberry sauce, squash, potato, and perhaps pumpkin pie as dessert The English settlers in Jamestown had celebrated a thanksgiving of sorts before Plymouth – apparently several times. There had been other earlier thanksgiving observances in what was to become the United States, among them in Florida where French Huguenots (near Jacksonville) and Spanish Catholics (in St. Augustine) gathered to express their gratitude, and both in the Texas panhandle and near El Paso. English settlers in Maine held a service on August 9, 1607, to give thanks for their safe passage. Various Native American tribes,
among them the Cherokees, had such seasonal celebrations well before Europeans arrived. Understandably, many Native Americans view Thanksgiving as a day for mourning rather than giving thanks.. So, how convincing is the claim that Plymouth initiated the original American Thanksgiving? In the first place, Plymouth had been founded as a religious colony by English refugees who deeply believed in the working of God in their individual lives and in their community. Jamestown was started with commercial gain as the goal. The Spanish conquistadors also came seeking wealth as well as new conquests for their expanding empire. Religious faith played a lesser role. Secondly, the link between the Pilgrim observance then and our celebration today is obvious. The lore surrounding the Plymouth event is deeply rooted in the American consciousness. No person did more to promote Thanksgiving than Sarah Josepha Hale, little-known today, who edited the “Ladies Magazine” and in 1827 began to lobby for an annual holiday, citing the Pilgrim observance as the model. In addition to her persistent editorials, she wrote countless letters to presidents,
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senators and congressmen. While both the Continental Congress and George Washington had proclaimed days of thanksgiving. it was Abraham Lincoln who set aside the fourth Thursday of November as the date to be observed annually. This had followed major Union victories at Gettysburg and Vicksburg in early July 1863. In the third place, our menu reflects the Plymouth menu - well, in part. Certainly turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, corn, and squash could have been on the tables. Venison and an abundance of fish and shellfish would also have been included. Personally, I particularly looked forward to Thanksgiving during my years as a parish minister. Christmas and Easter were pressure-cookers, with additional services, special programs,shopping and other
responsibilities. Thanksgiving is essentially a family day, with little commercialism, and falls on a Thursday and not a weekend, which permitted us to travel and spend treasured time with loved ones. Another Thanksgiving bonus is that in many communities it is ecumenical. Christians, Jews, Muslims, Hindus, Sikhs and adherents of other faiths gather for interfaith worship. The headlines today remind us of the urgent need for greater religious understanding and cooperation. May your Thanksgiving be filled with abundant love, warm fellowship, and good food, and may peace reign in our hearts, our homes, and our war-weary world. Ralph Lord Roy of Southington is a retired United Methodist minister. Email: Ralphlroy@aol.com.
Government Meetings Monday, Dec. 1 Historic District, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Inland/Wetlands Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2 Town Council, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8 Economic Development Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Board of Education, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9 Conservation Commission, Town Hall, 6:30 p.m. Veterans Commission, American Legion Post 68, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10 Berlin-Peck Memorial Li-
brary, Board Room, 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11 Parks & Recreation Commission, Community Center, 7 p.m. Planning & Zoning Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Public Building Commission, 238 Kensington Road, 7 p.m. Youth Services Advisory Board, Town Hall, 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 16 Town Council, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Water Control Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17 Worthington Fire District, 1400 Wilbur Cross Hwy., 5:30 p.m.
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under control” with retired town employee Jan Serasino returning to coordinate volunteers to organize donations and prepare holiday baskets. Each of the families in need is given a basic holiday food basket, with a small gift card for perishable items such as turkey, milk, eggs, and butter. Additionally, some local businesses will be donating turkeys, brought in the same day they are to be distributed. Holiday food items in high demand include boxed stuffing, gravy, canned cranberry sauce, vegetables, and desserts. These items will come along with regular pantry offerings, such as pasta, spaghetti sauce, tuna, peanut butter, and jelly. Mayonnaise is also particularly sought after for turkey sandwiches using Thanksgiving leftovers. Truitt said that the assistance from the community means a lot to those who re-
Station ceive it. “People are trying to make it paycheck to paycheck, week to week, and month to month, and at holiday time everyone really wants to celebrate and participate fully, but there’s a cost involved … This is a stressful time for lots of people when they’re already struggling.” The food assistance program is arranged to allow as much anonymity as possible for those receiving assistance. Food baskets are compiled using anonymous ID numbers, and families use tickets received in the mail to redeem them. Families can even arrange for someone other than themselves to pick up the food using a ticket. Truitt said that holiday food assistance would be impossible without the help of numerous volunteers. “They’re efficient and they do a great job,” he said. Social services is still in need of more donations for the upcoming winter holidays, including gifts, holi-
day-type food, and regular food. Social services accepts unwrapped gifts for kids of all ages. Donated gifts for teens tend to be less than the number of teens who are part of families in need, according to Truitt. Truitt said gift cards for stores teens shop at are particularly sought after, in increments of $25. reporter@theberlincitizen.com (203) 317-2448 @Berlin_Citizen
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“The fact of the matter is that the problem hasn’t gone away,” Rochette added, saying that the department’s lack of space is a “significant issue.” Evans argued for the creation of a bipartisan advisory committee to “break down silos” of communication with regard to the project, including members of the council, police commission, and public building commission. Ro c h e t t e q u e s t i o n e d whether the committee was necessary, saying “nothing is done in secret in our town” and that meetings of both commissions are open to the public. Democratic council members opposed the creation of a formal committee, but said they were in favor of working more closely with both commissions by attending meetings and inviting commissioners to report regularly to the council. The mayor stated her belief that the police commission would not be
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opposed to making regular reports to the council, which would be broadcast through Nutmeg TV. Democrats argued that a formal commission would serve to exclude voices by limiting those on the commission to formalized membership, rather than allowing all 21 individuals making up the council and both commissions to collaborate informally. Rochette noted that both commissions are bipartisan, as the town charter requires. “Let’s let the charter work,” Rochette said. Councilor Margaret Morelli (D) suggested council members plan on attending commission meetings and speaking with commissioners during public comment. A formal vote was not taken, as the matter automatically was referred back to the police commission. reporter@theberlincitizen.com (203) 317-2448 @Berlin_Citizen
Calendar Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to meet Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Community Center, 230 Kensington Road. Stop in or call Mike Neault, Scoutmaster, at (860) 828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 41 is scheduled to meet Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Scoutmaster K.C. Jones at (860) 8291148 or email jones327@ comcast.net.
Friday, Nov. 28 Racing show - Racing Action Today, hosted by Berlin native Larry Mongillo, airs every Friday, 6 p.m., on Comcast cable channel 5.
Saturday, Nov. 29 Bottle and can drive Boy Scout Troop 44 has scheduled a bottle and can drive for Saturday, Nov. 29, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Stop & Shop, 1135 Farmington Ave. To arrange for pickup of bottles and cans, call Greg at (860) 829-2840.
Sunday, Nov. 30 Pet adoption - Friends of Berlin Animal Control has scheduled an adoption event for Sunday, Nov. 30, 1 to 3 p.m., at PetSmart, 278 New Britain Road, Plainville. Meet the beautiful, rescue cats that are searching for their forever homes. For more information and an application, call (860) 828-5287 or visit www.fobac.org.
Fundraiser - The Ladies Guild of Sacred Heart of East Berlin has scheduled a fundraiser shopping event for Tuesday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Good Cause Gifts, 384 Main St. A portion of the days proceeds benefit the ladies guild ministries. Boy Scouts - Boy Scouts Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For more information, call Scoutmaster Ed Alicia at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Joann Sawyer at (860) 828-7767. Sunrise Rotary Club The Sunrise Rotary Club of Kensington-Berlin is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For more information, call Gwen Valencis at (860) 229-3787, ext. 139 or visit www.kensingtonrotary.org. TOPS - TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-
Thursday, Dec. 4 Garden Club - The Kensington Garden Club has scheduled its annual holiday luncheon for Thursday, Dec. 4, at noon, at Sans Souci Restaurant. Members should bring at $10 grab bag gift with a flower, gardening or cooking theme.
Friday, Dec. 5 Historical Society - The Berlin Historical Society, 305 Main St., has scheduled the museum open house and fair for Friday, Dec. 5, 5 to 9 p.m. The museum is decorated and open for viewing. Refreshments and shopping. For more information, call (860) 828-5114.
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Historical Society - The Berlin Historical Society, 305 Main St., has scheduled the museum open house and fair for Saturday, Dec. 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum is decorated and open for viewing. Refreshments and shopping. For more information, call (860) 828-5114. Sunday, Dec. 7 New Britain Symphony The New Britain Symphony has scheduled its fifth annual Holiday Brass Quintet and Organ Concert for Sunday, Dec. 7, 3 p.m. at St. Marks Episcopal Church, 147 W Main St., New Britain. The concert is free and open to the public. A free will offering, to benefit St. Mark’s
Thursday, Dec. 11 Sit and knit - Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St., has scheduled sit and knit (or crochet) for Thursday, Dec. 11, 6:30 to 8 p.m. All levels are welcome. Drop in. For more information, call (860) 680-1229.
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On the surface, their 2014 season may be seen as nothing more than “average.” They finished the regular season with a 6-6-4 record, and lost in the first round of the playoffs, seemingly one of the team’s more middling campaigns in recent years. Yet the growth shown by the Redcoats boy soccer team throughout the fall, coupled with a near-upset of the seventh-seeded Maloney Spartans in the first round of the Class L state tournament, has Berlin fans salivating at what the future holds. “I wasn’t surprised by how much we improved from the first day of the season to the last day,” said Sal Parafati, who took over as the team’s coach prior to the 2014 season after serving as an assistant for 14 years. “I’m a firm believer that the only thing
we were missing was that offensive punch and our offensive third.” A lack of offensive firepower was to be expected for the Redcoats, who graduated 14 seniors, including nine starters from the 2013 team. “I think that any time you try to replace 14 stellar seniors and nine starters, it’s definitely a difficult task. I think what happened was we struggled, but it was only on the offensive front,” Parafati said. “You wouldn’t think we lost nine starters because of the way this year’s seniors stepped up and played so well.” Thanks in part to strong play from the likes of seniors Evan Hale, Nick Vreeland, Devon Reilly, Kevin Kennure and goalkeeper Wojciech Kajzer, BHS was able to fight through its offensive deficiencies, as well as overSee Redcoats / Page 21
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Boys lacrosse gives back, wins big By Nate Brown The Berlin Citizen
The Redcoats have a little something extra for which to be thankful this year. Berlin’s boys lacrosse team took part in Hamden High School’s annual Laxgiving event this past weekend, a small tournament featuring local squads that saw the Redcoats sweep their competition to walk away in
(5-4) en route to coming out on top, but, for the locals, the tournament was about much more than winning. “It’s called ‘Laxgiving’ because the kids all donate a dollar amount and also bring in some nonperishable food items, and all the cash and the food donations went to a good cause. So the primary event is to do something for the community for people who need the help,” Rossi
in the regular season (4-0, 2-0), had torn through its schedule to the tune of 13-2-1 a record that included a CCC South Division regular season title and the CCC tournament title. But it would take penalty kicks to send Berlin home in the postseason, after the two teams played through regulation and two overtimes without a single goal. Maloney topped the hometown crew 4-3 in PKs. “To hold (them) for 100 minutes scoreless, I couldn’t be prouder of the players. I think we battled through and through, I think everyone who started or came off the bench played extremely well, so I think we left that field with no regrets,” Parafati said. Although the team must say goodbye to the aforementioned class of 2015, which also includes mid-
fielders Brandon Rocco and Kevin Boninsegna, the 2015 Redcoats should bring about more opportunities for an up and coming team that will feature Evan Cornwall, Evan Hilbie and Justin Park. Berlin will also look to implement more of this year’s freshmen class, five of whom spent and earned playing time with the varsity team this season. In all his years prior to taking over as the program’s head coach, Parafati only witnessed five freshmen, total, who received varsity playing time. “We have a very solid core returning. So it looks very promising. I actually can’t wait to start working with them again,” Parafati said. Neither can fans who know that this season is just a glimpse into what future BHS teams can do.
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name last year. However, both Laxgiving’s that the Redcoats have participated in have allowed the team to win off the field even more so than they have on it. “The fact is that these kids were in a position to help other people, and I wanted the kids to know that beyond the sport and being a team, it’s really about doing something for other people, not just for yourself,” Rossi said. “I think that as a coach, if I can teach these guys to be good men and good citizens, I think it’s my job to do that.”
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come the loss of Geoff Damato – the only senior who lined up at forward for the locals – to an injury. “I think it was a combination of our forwards receiving the ball in our offensive third and just really practicing, going over an immense amount of shooting drills,” Parafati said. “We really went over that in practice; we dedicated a bunch of time in practice for weeks to the shooting game, so I think that’s what helped out.” The extended focus on putting the ball in the back of the net saw an influx of goals and wins in the second half of the season for the team. In Berlin’s first half of the regular season, the boys compiled a record of 2-4-2 and had scored just four goals. The second half of their ’14 campaign saw the Redcoats play to the tune of a 4-2-2 record that saw them hit nylon 11 times. The latter half of the Redcoats’ schedule also included several opportunities for the boys to get payback for earlier shortcomings. After losing to Bristol Central and Plainville, and tying Middletown through the team’s first eight games, Berlin defeated all three in their final week of regular season play to earn a spot in the Class L playoffs. However, the first round of the state tournament brought about an all too familiar – and difficult – foe, in the Spartans. Maloney, which defeated Berlin twice
said. Aside from helping off the field, plenty of Redcoats helped on it during tourney play. Seniors Cam Criniti and Kyle Mahoney played huge roles in helping Berlin’s offense thrive, while seniors Geoff Main and Alex Ott played tremendous defense. Senior goalkeeper Casey St. Peter, who spent last season as a backup, seamlessly stepped into the starting lineup and kept his team in front by stopping a bevy of shots all weekend. “Casey had a great tournament and came up with some big games, especially against Hamden,” Rossi said. Berlin finished second in the tourney of the same
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dominating fashion. “Going and playing the games is fun, but I never go in with the expectation that we’re going to go in and roll people; but it’s nice for the players,” BHS coach Scott Rossi said. “I thought they could go undefeated this year; I think the team’s that good this year.” The Redcoats defeated Middletown (6-0), West Haven (6-0), and host Hamden
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Snow Views: White Friday is almost here By Dave Mongillo
resorts are opening for the season every day, and Connecticut ski areas will be Although the turkey has open soon. Are there winter yet to be devoured, it’s never people on your shopping list to early to start thinking of or you going to splurge on a the holiday shopping season. “to me-from me” gift? Even for the skier or White Friday is almost here. Christmas is coming and boarder that has everything, the snow is getting deep. there is always something More and more snow sport they can use one more of. Special to The Citizen
Gloves, hats, socks, neck gaters and base layers (thermal underwear) make great stocking stuffers. This weekend there could be some good prices at outlets around the area. If your small things are more than four or five years old it’s time to replace them. Science and technology have made great advances in the materials used to make outdoor gear. New materials have made insulation thinner, stronger, dryer and warmer than it was even two seasons back. Even the old gray goose has been improved. Gone forever is the soggy lump when your Goose Down jacket gets caught in the rain. A new chemical treatment makes goose down repel water. Medically supervised
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ing in these events? Golebiewski: Back in 2011, I competed in the Miss Polonia CT pageant and won. This title was a doorway for me to meet new people, give back to the community, and learn more about myself. After having such a great experience, I knew that one day I wanted to compete in the Miss CT USA pageant. Are you nervous about competing in the Miss USA competition? How do you prepare? Golebiewski: I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous. However, at the same time I’m extremely excited to be representing our state in a well-known pageant that is televised all around the world. Preparation includes living a healthy lifestyle, exercising frequently, rehearsing stage presence and interview techniques. What advice do you have for young women today? Golebiewski: Love who you are! In today’s generation, young women are so caught up with social media, competing with others and seeking approval. Everybody is different and your imperfections are what make you beautiful. Life would be boring if everyone was the same! Learn to love your flaws and you will be happy with who you are. reporter@theberlincitizen.com (203) 317-2448 @Berlin_Citizen
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dress up tables and chairs. Johnson has plain linens, often desired for corporate events, as well as more elaborate designs for weddings and other parties. “Everyone wants something different and unique… we can open up the room and make it beautiful and enjoyable.” Johnson said the community has been very supportive thus far, and she is looking forward to celebrating her first Small Business Saturday (the Saturday following Black Friday) Nov. 29 with promotions and giveaways. Visit AwayToGoDesigns. com. reporter@theberlincitizen.com (203) 317-2448 @Berlin_Citizen
Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Kindles The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library has a Kindle Fire tablet, a Kindle 4, and a Kindle Keyboard available for loaning to Berlin library cardholders. The Kindles come pre-loaded with 27 popular titles. Visit www.berlinpeck. org for a list of titles. Children’s program Terrific Toddlers (ages 1826 months). Monday, Dec. 1, 8, 15 at 10:30 a.m. Parent/caregiver and child interact with
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Get the party started. A new local business in town specializes in decorations for special events, including weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, and more. Away to Go Designs, located at 365 Main St., came to town about a month ago. The small business provides party rentals of table linens and chair decorations, as well as providing lighted balloons, balloon arches, and centerpieces. “It’s a good business to be in,” said owner Diane Johnson, who said she enjoys sharing in the happy times with her clients.
Johnson said she got into the business after retiring, when she helped to plan a party for her niece. Linens, Johnson said, were particularly expensive to rent, and Johnson decided that she could provide the service for a more affordable price. Johnson brings her business to Berlin after many successful years in Wethersfield. Johnson has more than a decade of experience from when she began working out of her home. “Whatever the customer wants, that’s what we do. We give individual attention to the bride, the event planner, the venue, and any vendors,” Johnson said, showing off the various festive ways she can
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are lifts and snow making. Here at home, Mount Southington has 16 new snow cannons and has made changes to the air and water supplies. They spent over $200,000 to be able to make more snow faster than ever before. When winter returns, next week, there could be snow on Nutmeg ski trails. To our north, several winter sport
books, fingerplays and music. No registration required. Little Ditties for Itty Bitties (ages birth to 18 months). Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10, 17 at 10:30 a.m. Parent/caregiver and babies with books, music, fun. No registration required. Mother Goose on the Loose (ages birth to 5). Fridays, Dec. 5, 12 and 19 at 10:30 a.m. Music, movement, nursery rhymes, instruments and books. No registration required. See Library / Page 24
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Author shares message of inclusion, love By Marina Vozvyshayeva and Dave DelGiorno “Who are you? Do you have the guts to find out?” On Oct. 15, the famous author, Ben Mikaelsen, challenged all students at McGee Middle School to think about that question. Mikaelsen has written Petey, Touching Spirit Bear, Countdown, Red Midnight, Sparrow Hawk Red, Stranded, Jungle of Bones, Treegirl and many other classic young adult novels. Mikaelsen was born in Bolivia, South America where he learned to speak fluent Spanish. There, he always felt like an outcast because he was judged by his appearance and the fact that he was different than everyone else.
He tried to fit in, but that only made his life worse. Mikaelsen was bullied terribly, so he was very happy when his parents decided to move to Minnesota. He tried to make a new start and hoped the kids there would understand him better. But, the same issues happened when he showed up on the first day of school wearing a red bowtie, suspenders, and long white stockings with red stripes on the top of them. The kids bullied him just like kids had done when he was in Bolivia. Mikaelsen took these experiences from his life and put them into all of his books. The author wanted to share the pain that he experienced while he was growing up with the world. He Office (860) 828-7877 Fax (860) 828-5797 Cell (860) 883-7091 E-mail: djutras@sbcglobal.net
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did this because he wanted to tell us all that the world could be a better place if the cycle of bullying and unkindness ended. In his own words, “Bullies are Losers, don’t be a loser.” Later in his presentation he added, “You have one fantastic life to live the biggest adventure you can, and bullies are wasting it picking on others.” Mikaelsen found that animals were always nice to him, no matter how he looked or what shortcomings he had, so he developed
a love of animals. In 1984, he adopted a 700-pound declawed black bear named Buffy that he rescued from a research farm. Mikaelsen spent $25,000 to build a pen for Buffy to stay in and he did lots of research on how to care for a baby black bear. Even when Buffy misbehaved, Mikaelsen still hugged him and loved him with all of his heart. He said that he owes his whole life to Buffy, because he taught him to be a better person. Buffy passed away in 2010
and Mikaelsen said what he said to Buffy every night: “Go sleep with the angels” for the last time. Mikaelsen’s wish for all students at McGee and around the world is that they live the best lives they possibly can. His final words were, “You have the rest of your life ahead. Make it count. Do not cheat. Take time, and make it the most fantastic story you can!” – Marina Vozvyshayeva and Dave DelGiorno are McGee Middle School students.
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