March 4, 2010 Berlin Citizen by Ryan Millner

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Thursday, March 4, 2010

‘Music in the schools’ in tune with lifelong learning By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

March is national Music in the School’s Month and that’s a good reason to celebrate, says the Berlin schools’ music coordinator. But even more importantly, she added, music makes a major impact on students’ lives every day of the year. Susan Kaczynski is the district’s kindergarten through grade 5 vocal specialist and also department coordinator for the music staff district-wide. The approach Berlin music teachers take, to music education, is widereaching. “It’s not just about mu-

sic in the schools — but about the larger global impact of music in the world. People experience music in many ways — and these are not always obvious.” Everything from religious music to singing “Happy Birthday” to the soundtracks of movies reaches into the fabric of our lives, Kaczynski said. “Music helps children think and reflect on their world and experiences.” The special month to focus on music education is an initiative of the National Association for Music Education. The organization

Marlen Paszkowski, Michelle Tsun, Caitlee McNamara and Nick Mazza, on flutes, practice the “Canterbury Overture” by Ann McGinty, during an instrumental music class with Meghan Gerrity at Hubbard Elementary School. Photo by Olivia L. Lawrence

See Music, page 6

Gearing up for competition

Big pipe needs major fix to reduce stormwater levels By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

The 2010 Berlin FIRST Robotics team, consists of McGee Middle School and Berlin High School students. The team travels to Boston, Mass. and Atlanta, Ga. to compete against teams from around the world. The team must raise funds for all its activities, such as buying materials to build a robot and traveling to compete in threeday competitions. The team has scheduled a pasta dinner for Friday, March 5 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Kensington Volunteer Firehouse, 880 Farmington Ave. to help pay for some of those costs. Team members often put in up to six hours a day, seven days a week, to complete the robot. For the latest round of competition, the robot was readied for shipment on Feb. 23.

The town needs to repair 7,000 feet of sewer pipe and the fix won’t be cheap. However, officials say they’re under pressure by the Mattabassett District to reduce the amount of storm water getting into the sewer system. Ultimately, some of the repair cost will be added to customers’ water and sewer bills as a surcharge. According to Public Works Director Arthur Simonian one estimate calculated the amount of unnecessary stormwater into the Mattabassett District Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant, as over 400 million gallons per year — just from Berlin’s three districts.

“It’s costing us over $600 a day,” Simonian said. Simonian asked the council to approve a fee of $249,000, to Cardinal Engineering Associates Inc. of Meriden, to design a sanitary sewer rehabilitation project for the town. The panel unanimously approved the expense. The cost of the project itself is estimated to be about $4.5 million. “Every town has a little bit of (storm water) infiltration,” Simonian said, “Berlin has a little bit more due to the groundwater situation and the age of our pipes.” The pipe in question is a 42-inch diameter, interceptor pipe that begins in the vicinity of Webster Square, runs

See Pipe, page 3

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 4, 2010

Winter takes its toll on road maintenance budget By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

Old Man Winter is exacting a toll on town finances. Due to excessive snow and ice weather events, the road maintenance materials

budget is depleted. At its Feb. 23 meeting, the Town Council voted to increase that budget by $22,560 in hopes that amount will see Berlin through to spring. Despite the need to transfer additional funds for

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Clarification According to two local historians, the building pictured in a photo that ran Feb. 25 with a commentary entitled “Will it be a surprise birthday party for Berlin?”, is the Kilby House, not the Kirby House as a note printed on the photo stated. The photo is part of town archival material at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library and information that ran with the photo came embedded in the photo.

Berlin Brief Legislators’ forum The Berlin Legislative Delegation will hold a community meeting for all area residents on Thursday, March 11, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall. State Senator Donald

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Junior Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club honored for 45 years of service towns, we will ensure that our lives, the lives of our children and that of generations to come will be enriched.â&#x20AC;? To celebrate the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 45 anniversary, a spring banquet is planned, for all past and present members, May 20. During the past year, the Berlin Juniors have supported: veterans at the Rocky Hill Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Home; the American Cancer Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Relay for Life; Nike Re-Use-A-Shoe;

Lindsay Duhaine Music Memorial; Covenant to Care; and Give 2 the Troops. Berlin senior citizens at the Marjorie Moore housing complex were supported by a donation to assist in purchasing a TV and Wii for their community room. Club members volunteer to play Bingo with residents at Ledgecrest Convalescent Home. The local fire and police departments have been the beneficiary of donations of smoke detectors and re-

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Berlin Brief

Finalist for superintendent will meet and greet residents March 4

After an extensive search process, the Berlin Board of Education has identified a finalist to be the next Berlin superintendent. The candidate to become

the next Superintendent of Berlin’s schools has been invited to visit Berlin on Thursday, March 4, to meet with Berlin administrators, teachers, students, parents, elected officials and community members, including a visit to all of Berlin’s schools. A community forum has been scheduled for Thursday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the media center at

Berlin High School. “Throughout the selection process, the Board of Education has solicited community participation and valued the input of residents,” said BOE President, Gary Brochu. “In particular, we felt it was essential to afford community members the opportunity to meet with our candidate. We welcome and encourage the community to

come out and meet with the finalist as he visits Berlin, particularly during the public forum where individuals will have an opportunity to ask questions and meet with him.” After meeting and talking with the finalist, community members will have an opportunity to share their impressions with the Board of Education. Brochu said “Board

members and the expanded search committee have worked incredibly hard in screening, meeting and interviewing candidates. We’ve had the opportunity to meet a number of exceptional educators and have identified what we believe is the best fit for Berlin. We look forward to announcing Berlin’s next superintendent.”

mind citizens that school is where all children should have access to music. It’s also a chance for music teachers to bring their music programs to the attention of the school and community and show how school music benefits students.” “Berlin has benefited from the music program,”

Kaczynski said. For example, students perform at Veterans’ Day programs, swearing-in ceremonies, at the Berlin Fair and also offer concerts during the holidays. Berlin has nine music teachers, four of whom are new to the staff. “For us it’s continual growth from ele-

mentary to middle school to high school,” Kaczynski said. The staff is working to design a curriculum that aligns standards and bridges those age groups in order to help students build on their knowledge and experience. A good music curriculum enhances the learning experience overall. For example, Kaczynski said, there is a rhythm to reading and when a child sings songs he or she learns a melodic pattern that is used as a spring board for other kinds of learning. “Children develop their skills from kindergarten to grade five and it is amazing to see the musicians they become. There is amazing growth,” she said. The arts provide “another opportunity to explore and develop” skills and interests, The overriding goals of the music curriculum, Kaczynski said, is “to make citizens who are well-educated and who can be lifelong participants in music. Most human beings have an element of de-

sire to perform or to appreciate others performing.” Showing students how music fits into their lives is one way music teachers help to enrich students’ musical experiences. For example, “they gain a broader understanding of why Handel’s music has lasted over the centuries. Music endures, like a great piece of art, because for some reason it touches people,” Kaczynski said. “People may not have a good sense of what these teachers accomplish with these kids. Berlin students have won many state and re,gional honors, and to do so they must exhibit a high level of musicianship. What an opportunity (these events are) for these musicians to share their music.” Watch for more coverage of Music in the Schools in the March editions of The Citizen.

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Farm Continued from page 5 grass-and-hay-fed beef. Cattle are born and bred on the Matson farm and consume local grass and hay. “At any given time, we have about 20 or 30 cows,” said Ryan Matson. “People like to know where their meat was raised and how it’s processed, and they like to know that it’s made in a humane manner.” Cows live outdoors year round since that’s the preferred environment for healthy cattle. The family does not use synthetic fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides on their property. The breed of cattle is mainly an Angus and Wagyu cross. (Wagyu is more commonly known as Kobe beef.) “It makes for a really awe-

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It’s time to get ready for a Spring Fling at the EBVFD The East Berlin Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a “Spring Fling Dance” fundraiser. The group plans to hold it’s the fundraiser dance on Saturday, March 20, in the hall at the East Berlin Fire Department, 80 Main Street. The event is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. to midnight. A fee is charged. Proceeds to benefit the Ladies Auxiliary of East Berlin Fire Department. The dance is featuring a live band, “The JD Band”. You must be at least 21 years of age to attend the dance. The Ladies Auxiliary was originally formed Nov 7, 1962. The purpose of the organization is to collect, receive, and maintain a fund for the improvement of operations, equipment, charitable, and social ac-

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The Forever Young Club is scheduled to meet tonight, March 4 at 6 p.m. in Father Carroll Hall at Sacred Heart Church, East Berlin. The annual Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner will be followed by a short business meeting. Irish balladeer Dan Ringrose will provide entertainment. For For more information, cost and tickets, call Lou Marzi at (860) 829-2989, Dick Colamussi at (860) 229-9137 or Carol Dauphin at (860) 8289964.

Kensington Congregational Lenten Pot Luck suppers are scheduled for Tuesday, March 9 and 16 at the Kensington Congregational Church. Dinner is at 6 p.m.; program at 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Bring a dish to share. The program schedule is: Tuesday, March 9 – presentation by Seminarian Carol Lewis on human trafficking; and Tuesday, March 16 - presentation by Niti Lindsay on a trip to India. The Kensington Congregational Church Christian Education program has scheduled a Parent/Child playgroup for Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. The group meets on a “drop in” basis, in the crib room in the Reeves Center, 185 Sheldon St. All children, from infants to preschoolers, are welcome. For more information call (860) 828-4511.

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Holy Grounds Coffeehouse Holy Grounds Coffeehouse, 146 Hudson St., has scheduled live music from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on the second Friday of each month. There is no charge to attend; a free will offering is accepted at the coffeehouse. A variety of coffees, hot chocolate, punch and baked goods are offered. For more information call (860) 828-3822 or holygrounds@ymail.com.

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St. Mary’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 54 Winter St., New Britain, has scheduled the 16th annual Ukrainian Easter Festival for Saturday, March 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the church hall. The event features Ukrainian Easter breads, Ukrainian Easter eggs (pysanky), embroidery, baked goods and ethnic foods. Admission is free, ample parking behind the church. Snow date is Saturday, March 27. For more information, call (860) 229-3833 or (860) 677-2138.

The Kensington United Methodist Church offers a Taize service Tuesdays at 7 p.m. A Taize service combines silent meditation, prayer and simple music. Silence is a central part of this service and is a gift to those leading busy, hectic lives. It provides an opportunity to commune with God through the heart and bring a measure of peace to one’s mind and spirit. The service is open to everyone seeking spiritual refreshment and renewal.

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Obituaries Thomas Gemmell

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Woodruff, 95, of Berlin, widower of Margaret (Sexton) Wo o d r u f f , died Feb. 26, 2010 at Middlesex Hospital. Born in New Britain, the son of the late Arthur L. and the late Louise (Shumway) Woodruff, he was employed at Equifax until his retirement, and was a member of Kensington Congregational Church, the Berlin Kiwanis Club, and Timberlin Senior Men’s Club. He is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, David F. and Alicia Woodruff of Kensington and Philip C. Woodruff of Lawrenceville, Ga.; a sister-in-law, Esther Woodruff of Berlin; five grandchildren, Carolyn and her fiancé Jacques, David and his wife Kim, Lisa, Kimberly and her husband Scott, and Britton and his wife Annette; four great-grandchildren, Erica, Brian, Hannah, and Kate, and several nieces and nephews.

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Services were held March 2, 2010 at Porter’s Funeral Home, Kensington. The Rev. Olivia Hayes Robinson officiated. Burial was in Maple Cemetery, Berlin. Memorial donations may be made to Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Avenue, Kensington, CT 06037.

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Dominic F. ‘ Wi l l i e ’ Letizio, 90, of Hartford, died Feb. 14, 2010. He was born Oct. 15, 1919 in East Hartford and was the son of the late Antonio and Rose (Christiana) Letizio. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran. He worked for the former Rienhgold Distributers, retiring in 1979. He was a former member of the Barry Square Seniors, South End Seniors, Parkville Seniors and the D.A.V. in West Hartford. He enjoyed spending time selling flowers at the Regional Market in Hartford. He is survived by brothers,

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S a n d r a R u t h (Sobolewski ) Skarzynski, 60, passed from this earth on Feb. 25, 2010, at St. Francis Hospital after a prolonged illness, in the presence of her daughter, Gretchen Aubuchon and niece, Brandy ( Skarzynski ) Arrowsmith. A native and longtime resident of New Britain, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Skarzynski. Surviving are her daughter and son in law, Gretchen and Roger Aubuchon and grandsons, Koby and Kaleb, all of Dallas, Ga.; her aunt, Dorothy Sak of Berlin and her uncle and his wife, Matthew and Joan C. Kokoszka of Oceanside, Calif.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service was held March 1, 2010 at The Berlin Memorial Funeral Home, Kensington. Private burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, New Britain. Donations may be made in Sandra’s name to Kimberly Hall South, Recreation Department, 1 Emerson Drive, Windsor, CT. 06095.

Joseph Letizio and his wife Meeko, Peter Letizio and James Letizio and his wife, Mieko; a sister, Rose Marie Manente and husband Thomas; sisters-in-law, Barbara and Edith Letizio and several nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews, among them a very special niece and nephew, Darlene and Mark Letizio. He was predeceased by brothers, Michael, Carmen, Anthony and Frank; sisters, Theresa Dickinson and Bertha Papolio and a niece, Rose Letizio. A special thank you to the staff at Ledgecrest Health Care for the care, love and compassion shown to Dominic. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Feb. 17, 2010 at St. Augustine Church, Hartford. Burial, with full military honors, was in Mt. St. Benedict Cemetery, Bloomfield. Memorial donations may be made to the March of Dimes-CT Chapter, 867 Main St., Manchester, CT 06040. D’Esopo Funeral Chapel, Wethersfield assisted the family.

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and almost new items for the auction. Tickets will be sold beforehand and placed in the cups in front of each item for auction. Classes Senior Safe Driver Classes, sponsored by Berlin AARP Chapter 3035, are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, March 24 and 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Community Center. Both classes must be attended to

receive the certificate that entitles a discount on auto insurance premium. Preregistration is required as the class size is limited. For more information and cost, call Barbara Dixon at (860) 828-6295.

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fun to play. Score sheets and directions are provided. Prizes are awarded and refreshments will be served. At least 12 people are needed to play. If you like to play cards, give it a try! To sign up, call the Senior Center at (860) 828-7006 or stop by the front desk.

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The Greater Hartford Lyme Disease Support and Action Group, which includes Berlin, meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the F a r m i n g t o n - U n i o nv i l l e Community Center, 321 New Britain Ave., Unionville. For more information, call Christopher Montes at (860) 673-8759; Randy Sykes at (860) 658-9938 or Tammy Szczepanski at (860) 793-1764.

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Dear Mr. or Mrs. Anonymous, Address: unknown I recently received your anonymous letter to The Citizen. I also received a letter from your brother, Nameless, and your cousin, Concerned Citizen. I appreciate your input, complaints and concerns, respectively, but there isn’t much I can do with your letters. Sorry. The Citizen only prints letters with the name of the author. We allow our letter writers a lot of flexibility in what they say and how they say it. In return, we require them to identify themselves. If you want your letter printed, sign it. If you want to name names publicly, start with yourself. Sometimes you send anonymous letters with the hope of giving us a tip. Unfortunately, these aren’t usually helpful either. I have no problem keeping sources

anonymous, but first I need to know who you are, why you have the information you have and why it should matter to my readers. Most anonymous tipsters don’t provide any evidence for their complaints or even suggest a way to confirm their accusation. It is easier for you to call or write in with a name attached. Feel free to request anonymity right away. I will even wear a trench coat to our secret meeting if you insist, but you have to give me a number to call you back — if for nothing else so we can set up the aforementioned secret meeting. Don’t let me discourage you, Mr. Tipster. If you have evidence of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq or some other smoking gun, by all means send it to me. But the smoking gun doesn’t do much good unless it is on government letterhead with the words “Top Secret”

stamped on it. Your handwritten or even pasted together (!) letter is no smoking gun; it is an opinion that doesn’t even belong to anyone. Send me an e-mail. Give me a call. If your quill pen could use some exercise, write me a letter. If you want, leave out your last name. But I need a way to get in touch with you. My telepathy has deteriorated since I was in second grade. If I have to write you a letter or a fax, I will. However, I do draw the line at smoke signals and carrier pigeons. Sir or madam, if your sole purpose is to vent some anger and frustration, then by all means send me another anonymous letter. I will gladly recycle your concerns for you. Very publicly yours, Zachary Janowski Associate Editor at The Southington Citizen

Government Meetings

Monday, March 8 Board of Education, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Economic Development, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Public Health Nursing Services VNA, Town Hall Room A, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 9 Conservation Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 10 Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, Library Board Room, 7 p.m.

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Commentary

Get involved with service opportunities in government Commentary by David Evans I would like to thank the many Berlin citizens who expressed interest and completed applications to serve or be Evans reappointed on the various boards and commissions of the town. Serving on these boards and commissions is a tremendous commitment that many times goes unappreciated. The majority of these appointments took place Jan. 19. For those who were not appointed, and others, I encourage you to attend or continue to attend meetings of any board or commission you are interested in joining and request information about the specific duties and responsibilities involved from those currently serving. The Town Council is currently slated to consider the following open positions at its March 16 meeting, please submit your applications to the Town Clerk as soon as possible. Applications and descriptions are available from the Town Clerk or on the Town Website (http://www.town.berlin.ct. us/) by selecting “Interested in Serving on a Board or Commission?” The current openings are: 1. Berlin Cemetery Committee —vacancy. Term would expire on Jan. 31, 2013. Can be filled with a Democ-

rat, Republican or unaffiliated. 2. Commission for the Aging – a current board member resigned Feb. 2. The replacement term would be until Jan. 31, 2014. Can be replaced with a (D), (R) or (U). 3. Commission for the Aging — a board member’s term expired Jan. 31. Replacement term would be until Jan. 31, 2015. Can only be filled by a Democrat or unaffiliated if appointment No. 2 above is filled by a Republican. 4. Historic District Commission – alternate vacancy. Term would be until Jan. 31, 2011. Can be filled with only a (R) or (U). 5. Plainville Area Cable Television Advisory Council (PACTAC) —vacancy. Term would expire on June 30, 2011. Can be filled with a (D) or (U). 6. Youth Service Advisory Board— service consumer vacancy. Term would expire on Jan. 31, 2013. If appointed, please remember the importance of attending the meetings. The schedules of the meetings have been set for this year by the Town Council and are available from the town clerk and are based on recommendations from each board or commission. It is a disservice to fellow board members when you cannot attend a significant number of meetings where decisions are made and many times need a full quorum. Thank you all for your interest and service. (David Evans is a member of the Town Council.)

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Meet the Woznica family (To have your family featured in an upcoming edition please send an email to news@theberlincitizen.com or call (860) 829-5720.) We will publish the“Meet the family” feature through March.) Tell us about your family. We are a family of four humans — Joe and Joyce with children Elizabeth, 13, and Lauren, 9. We also have a dog, J.J., and a cat, Buffy. Also, there are some other small rodents and fish. We have lived in East Berlin for over 21 years. What kinds of activities are you involved in? Elizabeth is a honor roll student at McGee Middle School and a top level equestrian in the state of Connecticut, riding in multiple riding organizations. She owns her own registered appaloosa pony, Domino, (Aces Mocha Chip), who turns 35 years old this April. She competes on a

The Woznicas of East Berlin: Joe and Joyce with their children Elizabeth, 13, and Lauren, 9. friend’s horse that is half Arabian, half Belgian. Lauren is in fourth grade at Hubbard Elementary School and a Berlin Bear cheerleader. She takes pi-

Letters policy The Berlin Citizen intends to present a forum for the lively exchange of ideas and issues. To facilitate the publication of your contributions, several guidelines should be followed. Letters to the editor must be signed, with a phone number included. The writer will be called to confirm authorship. No anonymous letters will be printed. Contributions by any individual or group will not be published more frequently than once a month. Every effort will be made to print all letters received. However, the selection and date of publication will be at the discretion of the editor. The Berlin Citizen reserves the right to edit letters. Finally, the opinions expressed by our letter writers are not necessarily those of this newspaper. Send your letters to: The Berlin Citizen, 979 Farmington Ave., Kensington, CT 06037; fax (860) 829-5733; or e-mail news@theberlincitizen.com. Letters must be received by 5 p.m. Friday to be considered for publication the following week.

ano lessons and also competes at the state level on her pony, Charlotte’s Web. They are also doing extremely well and will receive top awards again this

year. Joe owns his own business, Before and After Remodeling, and has worked for many families in Berlin and surrounding towns in Connecticut. He rebuilt our home after a fire in 2003 that many in East Berlin remember. Joe plays in a local dart league and loves to fish. Joyce is a senior solutions architect for a software services company based out of Maryland and works from our home. It gives her the flexibility to be home with the kids in the morning and afternoon. What does your family do for fun? The family loves boating and the sun. We enjoy vacationing at our property in the Florida Keys. Joyce also rides horses with her children.

Chamber awards announced

The Berlin Chamber of Commerce announced the award recipients for the Chamber’s 2010 Awards Ceremony. The 57 Annual Meeting and Award Ceremony, sponsored by Comcast and the Berlin Economic Development Commission, is scheduled for March 25. The award winners are: “Business of the Year” – Comcast; “Employee of the Year” – Cindy Hastings of Realty 3 Carroll & Agostini; “William S. Thomson Community Service Award” – Rose Wollman; “Beautification Award” – Midsun Specialty Products; “50 Years in Business” – Knaus Building Company and Webster Bank; “New Member of the Year” – Karen Jarmon of Rose Marketing Group. The event will also feature the installation of the Chamber’s board, along with the presentation of the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain’s “Celebrate Berlin” award and The Berlin Economic Development awards.

Aresimowicz at the Capitol

State Representative Joseph Aresimowicz (D-Berlin/Southington) recently addressed a State Capitol news conference in support of President Obama’s stimulus package that would aid state and local governments. A coalition of legislators and advocates pointed out that investments in public service saves jobs and grows the economy. The jobs bill is currently being debated in the Congress.

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March 4 Thursday

College planning night – Berlin High School Counseling Department has scheduled its annual Junior College Planning evening for Thursday, March 4 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the high school auditorium. A power point presentation is planned followed by a question and answer period. For more information, call (860) 828-6577, ext. 163. Forever Young Club The Forever Young Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, March 4 at 6 p.m. in Father Carroll Hall at Sacred Heart Church, East Berlin. The annual Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner will be followed by a short business meeting. Irish balladeer Dan Ringrose will provide the entertainment. For For more information, cost and tickets, call Lou Marzi at (860) 829-2989, Dick Colamussi at

(860) 229-9137 or Carol Dauphin at (860) 828-9964. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. in rooms 1–3 at the community center. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255. Boys Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 41, sponsored and chartered by Bethany Covenant Church, meets Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. at Bethany Covenant. For more information, call Scoutmaster Joe Greco at (860) 828-8579 or email joe@betterbooksltd.com. Decorating – The Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Party is scheduled to work on decorations Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Willard School basement. Projects are available for all levels of talents. All adults are welcome. For more information call (860) 828-7425.

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has scheduled a pasta dinner for Friday, March 5 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Kensington Volunteer Firehouse, 880 Farmington Ave. Proceeds benefit the team. For more information and cost, email dsjs301@aol.com.

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from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Aqua Turf Club in Southington. The evening features cocktail hour, dinner and dancing to The Bus Drivers. For more information, reservations and cost, contact Sgt. Tom Hodolitz, Ofc. Paul Germain or Sgt. Drew Gallupe at (860) 8287080.

Saturday

Hungerford Park – The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., has scheduled its annual Maple Sugaring Day and Pancake Breakfast for Saturday, March 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Guided walks to the maple grove, demonstrations of the syrup making process and children’s crafts are included in the fee. No reservations are needed. For more information and cost call (860) 827-9064. Girl Scout cookie booth sales – Girl Scout troops of Berlin have scheduled Girl Scout cookie booths for Saturday, March 6 at CVS (Farmington Avenue) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Walgreen’s from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; CVS (Berlin Tnpk.) from noon to 2 p.m.; Stop & Shop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Roger’s Marketplace from 10 a.m. to noon; A&P Foodmart from noon to 4 p.m. and TD Bank on Farmington Avenue from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Gold buying fundraiser – The Berlin High School Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Committee has scheduled a gold, silver and platinum buying event for Saturday, March 6 from 9 a.m. to noon and Sunday, March 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Community Center. A portion of the proceeds benefit the graduation event. For more information, call (860) 828-1223. Recycling Center – The Town of Berlin Recycling Center, 19 Town Farm Lane, is scheduled for be open Saturday, Feb. 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. BPA annual ball – The Berlin Police Association has scheduled its 51st annual ball for Saturday, March 6

Sunday

Gold buying fundraiser - The Berlin High School Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Committee has scheduled a gold, silver and platinum buying event for Sunday, March 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Community Center. A portion of the proceeds benefit the graduation event. For more information, call (860) 828-1223. Girl Scout cookie booth sales – Girl Scout troops of Berlin have scheduled Girl Scout cookie booths for Sunday, March 7 at CVS (Farmington Avenue) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Walgreen’s from noon to 2 p.m.; Stop & Shop from noon to 2 p.m. and Rogers Marketplace from 10 a.m. to noon. Eskimo Breakfast – The SVEA Social Club, 999 Kensington Rd., has scheduled Eskimo Breakfast for Sunday, March 7 at 11 a.m. Menu includes steak, eggs, sausage and peppers, beans, roasted potatoes, corned beef hash, chicken soup, bread juice and coffee. A fee is charged

Tuesday

Pasta supper – American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules an all-youcan-eat pasta supper every Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit scholarships, the fishing derby, the baseball team and more. For more information and cost, call the Post at (860) 828-9102 after5 p.m. Decorating – The Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Party is scheduled to

work on decorations Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Willard School basement. Projects are available for all levels of talents. All adults are welcome. For more information call (860) 828-7425. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings at the Kensington firehouse. For more information, call Ed Alicea, scoutmaster, (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Bethany Covenant Church. For more information, call Troop Committee Chair at (860) 829-1832.

Wednesday

Ladies VFW Auxiliary – The Ladies Auxiliary of the Berlin VFW Post 10732 is scheduled to meet Wednesday, March 10 at 1 p.m. in an attempt to increase membership and attendance. The meeting agenda is a surprise.

Thursday

Berlin legislative delegation – The Berlin Legislative Delegation has scheduled a community meeting for all Berlin residents on Thursday, March 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Town Hall, Council Chambers. State Senator Donald DeFronzo, Representative Joe Aresimowicz and Catherine Abercrombie are scheduled to attend. Girl Scout cookie booth sales – Girl Scout troops of Berlin have scheduled Girl Scout cookie booths for Thursday, March 11 at TD Bank on Farmington Avenue from 3 to 7 p.m.

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School News

Dean’s list

Elms College, Massachusetts — Tiffany Williams of Berlin. Goodwin College — Kate Friday, Lisa Laskowski of Berlin. University of New Haven — Gabrielle Sobilo of East Berlin.

Scholastic achievements

Kathryn Hagen, Andrew Dornfried and Patrick Dornfried of Berlin have been named to the first semester honor roll at Northwest Catholic High School.

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Lady ’Coats cruise in Vazquez’ return By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Aside from the return of Alexys Vazquez, the Berlin High School girls basketball team’s CIAC Class L state tournament opener — as expected — provided little in the way of drama. The fourth-seed Lady Redcoats scored the first 14 points of the game and rolled past outmatched 29th-seed Masuk 69-46 Monday night at Gibney Gymnasium. With the outcome determined early on, the most animated the home crowd got was when Vazquez drained a long 3-pointer in the second quarter — her first bucket since January. The senior guard had been sidelined with a foot injury, and it was not known whether she would play again this season.

“I knew in my head that I was going to play tonight. No matter what,” said Vazquez. “It’s states. I’m ready to go.” Vazquez did not start against Masuk, but checked into the game early. She went on to hit three 3-pointers and finished with 11 points. “All my adrenaline made every pain go away,” Vazquez said. “I felt really good.” Berlin, which earned a second-round date with 20thseed Fermi, turned in a balanced scoring attack against Masuk. Joining Vazquez in double-figures were Kim Rasmussen (15), Katelyn Zarotney (15) and Kaitlyn Bovee (14). Rasmussen came out of the gate fast, scoring nine first-quarter points to help the home team build a 20-5 lead. “It’s states, and we know that everyone’s got to step it

up,” said Rasmussen, a senior guard. “Every team is good now. So you’ve just got to play better and better every game. So I just try to bring it as best I can.” Rasmussen pointed out that it’s nice to, once again, be sharing the backcourt with Vazquez. “It’s really good because it takes a lot of pressure off me having Lex there, so she can take the ball up too,” Rasmussen said. See Cruise, page 18 Photo by Matt Leidemer

Berlin High School’s Alexys Vazquez scored 11 points Monday night to help the Lady Redcoats win their CIAC Class L state tournament opener. Vazquez had been out of action since January.

Banks caps scholastic career in style By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

“He should be very proud of what he accomplished this year,” Berlin High School wrestling coach Dave Tremblay said of senior captain Jack Banks. “I don’t think he got enough credit for what he did.” What Banks did was roll up a regular season record of 26-4, which included the 100th win of his career. Banks then went on to place third at 171 pounds at the CIAC Class M state tournament, before capping his final scholastic campaign with a sixth-place showing at the State Open, held this past weekend in New Haven. Led by Banks, Berlin earned 12 points at the State Open and landed in 39th place overall. Danbury (98.5 points) was the team champion. Joining Banks at the State Open were teammates Mason Powers, Dan Cirullo and

Swimmers celebrate first championship By Jim Bransfield Special to The Citizen

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Berlin High School wrestling coach Dave Tremblay, foreground, said this season was tough, but fun. The Redcoats’ 2009-10 campaign came to a close this past weekend. Shaun Sullivan. Powers (215) went 2-2 at the event, Cirullo (103) finished 1-2, and Sullivan (125) came up short in both his matches. Powers, a junior, suffered

an ankle sprain at the State Open. Had he not, Tremblay believes he would have joined Banks as a place-winSee Style, page 18

It was an occasion that called for tuxedoes. Feb. 23, the Berlin High swim team wore tuxedoes to school. Reason? That afternoon the Redcoats had a chance to win their first title of any kind, the Central Connecticut Conference South Division crown. All they had to do was defeat Middletown. They had never beaten Middletown, a program that has posted 33 consecutive winning seasons, won a trainload of league titles and won three state titles. It was only Berlin’s fifth year of existence. But it looked to be a close meet and no matter, it was a big deal. So they wore tuxes. “When the weather post-

poned the meet a day, the kids were so disappointed,” said coach Eileen Thurston. “I worried that they might not be able to get up for the meet the next day.” Thurston need not have worried. Berlin’s inspired team took 10 of 12 first places and beat Middletown 10185, touching off a wild celebration that earned the coaches a toss in the pool. It didn’t hurt that Middletown was without its best diver, Valentine Ekpenyong (discipline) and one of its best breaststrokers in Kacper Szarek (injury), but MHS coach Trevor Charles was nonetheless impressed. “I was very impressed with Berlin; they swam See Swimmers, page 18

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very well and deserved to win,” he said. “We swam well and turned in a number of best times and still lost.” In the end it came down to Berlin having more top end swimmers, enough to offset Middletown’s superior depth. Middletown simply had no answers for Dan Klotz, who won the 50 and 100 yard freestyles, Kevin Kozikowski, who won the 200 yard freestyle and the 100 yard butterfly and Andrew Thurston, who won the 200 yard individual medley and the 500 yard freestyle. Diver Josh Zaniewski was brilliant, scoring 197.03 points, a Berlin school record. Ekpenyong, who has scored in that area, would have had to be at the top of his game to match that. The two will compete at the CCCSouth diving championship today, March 4. Maybe the biggest race of the day was the breaststroke. Middletown trailed by as many as 16 points early in the meet, but had closed to 81-75 with two events left, the breaststroke and the 400 yard freestyle relay. Middletown’s Clayton Curran led for most of the breaststroke, but Berlin’s Kevin La went to afterburners in the final 15 yards and blew past

Curran to win. That gave the Redcoats a 91-81 lead going to the final event and barring a disqualification, Berlin was home free. They did not DQ. “Kevin’s win was huge, but so were the others,” said Coach Thurston. “Even if he didn’t win, we were stacked in the final relay. But yes, it was a very big win in that it gave us a nice cushion.” How does it feel to be a champion? “Oh, it’s huge for us,” said Thurston. “To win it against a program like Middletown is great. These kids have worked so hard and they wanted it so much. I’m very happy for them.” Middletown and Berlin will square off again this week. The CCC-South diving competition is today at Bulkeley High in Hartford and the swimming competition will be Saturday, March 6 at Plainville High.

Cruise Continued from page 17 “It’s good.” Berlin will host Fermi tonight, March 4. Game time is 7 p.m. Last winter, the Lady Redcoats advanced to the finals of the Class M tournament.

Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame Roy Fabian The Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame has unveiled its inaugural class. Entering the Hall of Fame will be, from the 1939-1960 era: Richard Patterson, Victor Baccaro, Phil Tinsley, Anthony Legnani, Henry Mora and Fabian Gary Waslewski. From the 1961-1980 era: Paul Baretta. And from the 1981-2000 era: Pam Wallace, Deb Larson, Robyn Trevethan, Adam Salina and Edward Hrubiec. Also being inducted into the Hall are coaches Don Bates and Bill Gibney and assistant coaches Art Kevorkian Sr. and Roy Fabian. This week, The Citizen takes a look at the career of Roy Fabian. Roy Fabian, who came to Berlin High School in 1948, coached football, basketball, and baseball, and was a beloved science teacher. Fabian’s BHS coaching career included 26 years spent as an assistant with the baseball team, 14 years as an assistant football coach, and nine years as an assistant basketball coach. While teaching and coaching, Fabian still found time to play for the New Britain

Vazquez envisions another deep tourney run this time around. “I’m confident,” she said. “If we bring our A game, we should be fine.”

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Berlin High School has announced its second quarter honor roll. High Honors Grade 12 - Danielle Bourgoin, Kaitlyn Bovee, Sharon Carpenter, Kailin Cornwall, Edward Courchaine, Elizabeth Dunham, Monique Duong, Lindsay Erickson, Kelsey Hare, Beata Kaminska, Joseph Kierwiak, Nikki Kureczka, Kevin Little, Bailey Mariner, Margaret Murphy, Kacper Nedza, Blaine O’Donnell, Vincent Pandolfo, Pooja Patel, Vinit Patel, Allison Pucci, Brian Quinn, Joshua Rubin, Kerry Scalora, Samantha Shirley, Jane Sylvester, Andrew Thurston, Jordan Urso, Guilherme Vieira, Lauren Weiss, Jillian Young, Heather Zisk. Grade 11 Jenna Brousseau, Caitlyn Budnick, Rebecca Calafiore, Jacqueline Carlson, Nicholas Crenella, Paulina Drozdzowski, Jennifer Flannery, Dylan Grasso, Franz Grunbaum, Kevin Kozikowski,

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The Berlin Police Department reported the following arrests. Jan. 22 Trina Woo, 28, 80 Killdeer Rd., Hamden, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, failure to move left, windshield obstructing view. Kimberly Gauntletti, 43, 45 Silver Lake Rd., Meriden, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, failure to drive in proper lane, multiple. Jan. 26 George Meeker, III, 38, 16 Grove Hill Rd., Middletown, violation of home improvements contractors. Scott Meeker, 36, 16 Grove Hill Rd., Middletown, violation of home improvements contractors. Derek Torcello, 29, 8F Kingsley Ct., Rocky Hill, issuing a bad check.

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 4, 2010

Engagement Griffin-Kevorkian Art and Holly Kevorkian of Kensington announce the engagement of their son Kory to Nicole Griffin, daughter of William and Cindy Griffin of Norwalk. The bride-to-be attended Montserrat College of Art and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in art education

Birth from Central Connecticut State University. She is employed as an art teacher at Bethany Community School Her fiancé holds a Bachelor of Science degree in physical education and health and is completing his Master’s degree at Southern Connecticut State University. He is employed as a physical education teacher and is a baseball and football coach at Wilbur Cross High School in New Haven. A July wedding at the First Congregational Church of Cheshire is planned.

Claire Marie Vocke

Jason and Heather Vocke of Kensington announce the birth of their daughter Claire Marie on Nov. 20, 2009 at Bristol Hospital. She joins her 3 year old brother, Jack. Claire’s maternal grandmother is Sandra Pelletier of Bristol. Her paternal grandparents are Richard Vocke of Wethersfield and Donna and Robert Roberts of New Britain.

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The following property transfers were recorded in the town clerk’s office. Beatrice Dagata to Monica M. Summers, 81 Ridgewood Lane, $290,000. FNMA to Grzegorz Gut and

Hanna Gut, 62 Birch Lane, $269,000. Jsaon J. Zigmont to David J. Sytulek, 180 Grove St., $243,000. US Bank to Mark Cyr, 24 Brandegee Lane, $135,000.

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 4, 2010

Berlin Scouts are busy The week of March 7 through 13 has been designated Girl Scout Week, in celebration of the 98th anniversary of girl scouting. More than 44,000 girls in Connecticut are scouts and are involved in an array of activities from sports, science and technology projects, business and community service, as well as the traditional Girl Scout cookie sales. See the Community Calendar on page 14 for a list of cookie booths in Berlin. Pictured on this page are local Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops involved in recent community events.

St. George Medal

Scouts on ice

Junior Girl Scout Troop 66495 enjoyed an afternoon of skating at Champions Skating Rink in Cromwell over school vacation. Picture, from left: Alaina Bogden, Nicole Vasil, Haley Hauptfield, Mary Lattarulo, Amanda Lee, Gabi Vasi, Emily Cooney, Julia DelVecchio, Lucia Addamo, Olivia Hartel, Jaclyn Arute.

Matthew Dennis of Kensington Pack 41 recently received the St. George religious medal at St. Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church in Meriden. Pictured are Emphraim Mosher, Matthew Dennis, Father Joshua Mosher, Deacon Steven Hosking.

Gifts to children’s hospital

The Junior Girl Scout Troop 66497 of Hubbard Elementary School made fleece blankets and collected toys for the patients of Connecticut Children’s Medical Center. The toys were collected from the entire Hubbard community and the blankets were hand-made by the troop. They were delivered to the hospital just before the Christmas holiday. Troop members are: Leah Rozanski, Kailyn DeGroff, Rianne Mayer, Lauren Woznice, Madison Cusick-Howatt, Cellie Flores, Brianna Lennehan, Cailyn Barnes, Kelley Johnson and Kelly Sparmer. Representative from CCMC is Lindsay Labrie, Child Life Services.

Scouts advance Berlin Boy Scout Troop 44, sponsored by the Berlin Lions Club, advanced members to various ranks at a recent Court of Honor. Scouts who earned new ranks are, from left: Max Sznaj, Tommy diRito, Michael Gagnon, Matthew diRito, Christopher diRito, Jared Hendrickson, Jonathan Zoccoli, Andrew Polack and Kyle Sawyer.

Scouts donate to shelter

Girl Scout Troop 66513 unanimously voted to make the Berlin Animal Shelter part of their Community Service project. The girls made a donation of food, litter, toys, blankets and other pet items. Pictured is Animal Control Officer, Jan Lund, with Emily Mazzotta, Ishanee Patel, Suhanee Patel, Caitlin Heffernan, Ashley Winters and Niah Samboy.

Troop 66381 says ‘thanks’

Each year around Valentine’s Day, Berlin Girl Scouts spread joy, show appreciation and say “thank you” to various organizations by baking and delivering Valentine Cookies. Pictured is Berlin Brownie Troop 66381 delivering baked goods to Hunter Ambulance and Berlin Congregational Church.

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LEGAL NOTICE BOARD OF ASSESSMENT APPEALS TOWN OF BERLIN Notice is hereby given that in accordance with C.G.S. Section 12-110(a) the Board of Assessment Appeals of the Town of Berlin will meet on Tuesday, March 9, 2010; Wednesday, March 10, 2010; Tuesday, March 16, 2010 and if needed Thursday, March 18, 2010 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at the Berlin Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road, Berlin, Connecticut, in Caucus Room A for the purpose of hearing appeals related to the assessment of Real Estate, Personal Property and Supplemental Motor Vehicle.

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TRUCKS & VANS

CHEVY G20 Cargo Van 1998 Asking $2,800 or trade for a Pontiac Trans Am ‘89-93 w/Ttops. Call Hector 860-706-7189 or 203-935-6040

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GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES Rare German working lines. Dad is large boned, 100+ lbs. AKC. 1st shots, wormed & tattooed. Nice take home puppy pack. Ready Now! Serious inquiries. $1000. (860) 655-0889 or ACH442403@yahoo.com

MERCURY Mariner 2007 Light Tundra, 4x4, 4 Speed Auto #1411 53,834 mi $14,888 (860) 344-9916

LINCOLN MKZ LTD 2007 6 Spd Auto. 3.5L V6. 44,942 mi # A11610 $19,995

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Chevy Silverado 1500 LS 2002 Ext Cab, 4 door, 4x4, 4 Spd Auto #8327390 67,417 mi $14,888 (860) 344-9916

ROBERTS CHRYSLER DODGE Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles. 120 So. Broad St, Meriden, CT 203-235-1111

2 MALE Rat Terrier/Papillon mix puppies. Up to date on shots. $250 each. Serious inquiries only. Contact Trisha (203) 9855858 BOXERS, Bulldogs, Chihuahuas, Labs, Yorkies, Cane Corso, French Bulldogs, Shih-tzu, Poodle mixes. $350+ 860-930-4001

TOYOTA Camry 1996 Exc. 122K $3450 VOLVO S80 2003 SR, $7450 KIA Rio 2005 AT, 76K, $3950. (203) 213-1142

CHEVY Express Van 2005 Excellent condition. $6450 Kia Rio 2005 AT, 76K, $3950 Toyota Camry 2005 34K Perfect $10,500 203-213-1142

BUICK Lesabre 1998 Custom V6, no dents, very clean inside & out. Auto, leather seats, new fuel pump. Tuned up and ready to go. 142,000 miles. $2399. Call (203) 235-6902 CHRYSLER 2004 Sebring Convertible, 90,000 miles. Runs great. Excellent shape. $5400 or best offer. Call 203-6860297 or 203-213-0708

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WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT SEASONED firewood, pickup or local delivery. Cut & split. Approx 16-18in. $200/cord; $125/half cord. 203-294-1775.

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH

PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION CLASS Required for CT applicants. $100. Call 203-415-1144

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$ ALWAYS BUYING! $ 1 item to entire estate! Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 South Orchard St. Wallingford. Mon-Sat. 9:30-4:30. 203-284-3786 or 203-379-8731

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HI, I’m Harry, strong, lovable, neutered & had my shots. I need a home with adults, I’m a pitbully mix. Love to play & go for rides. Call 203-271-5590 for more info.

ANTIQUES WANTED - 1 Item or an Estate. Estate sale service provided. Seeking: Meridenmade items, lamps, paintings. Call Todd Shamock 203-237-3025

HORSE BOARD Wallingford. Full care $450. Daily individual turn-out. Geldings only. Draft horses welcome. Looking to work off board? 203-294-9313

Cash Paid For All Types of COSTUME JEWELRY Especially Napier 203-464-0477

OLD ENGLISH SHEEPDOG Puppies. AKC. Excellent dispositions. Ready March 21. Taking deposits. $700. Vet certified. 1st shots & wormed. 603-835-8555 CASH And/Or Tax deduction for your vehicle. Call

ZENITH 37” Stereo TV. Works perfect. With remote & Stand. $100. (203) 634-0048

STUD BOXER - 3 yrs old. 90 pounds. I have a great fawn boxer I would like to find a female dog, same kind, to breed with. I would like a puppy from the litter. Please contact 203-710-7912

DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Silverplate, Glass, Furn, music instruments, china, art, collectibles. 1 item to estate.

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 4, 2010 WANTED TO BUY FISHING TACKLE. Local collector looking for old or new rods, reels, lures. Highest prices paid. Call Dave anytime 860-463-4359 OLD BICYCLES Don’t throw away that old bike. Hobbyman needs your help. Free pickup! Bikes will be recycled. Help save a bike! 203-494-9641

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DUMPSTERS Roll-Off Dumpsters 15 yard roll-off - $350 20 yard roll-off - $450 Empire Construction, LLC 203-537-0360 www.EmpireLLC.biz

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JACK Biafore, LLC Masonry Chimneys, brick, block, stone walls, patios. In business over 50 yrs. CT# 623849 (203) 537-3572

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HEATING & COOLING DON’T Freeze this WINTER! Call Duane Plumbing, heating & cooling. Annual furnace & boiler tune-ups & cleanings. Quality work. Major credit cards. Low rates. 203-3798944 #400335-S1

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L & E PAINTING Spruce Up Your Home or Business! Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789

POPCORN CEILINGS Repair, Remove, New. HIC.0569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279 PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR Over 25 Years Experience HIC.0569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279

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Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

GARAGE DOORS SALES, service & Installation. Doors and openers. Insured. CT Reg#517765. 860-348-9000

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CLEANING SERVICE One Time Free Cleaning for new clients only. I’ll clean your house or office with a sparkle. Polish /English speaking. Bonded, ins. Free est. Anna (860) 299-6611

JUNK REMOVAL GUTTERS DOW GUTTERS Seamless gutters/leaders. GUTTER cleaning.. Free est. #612964 Steve 860 426-0045

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TREE SERVICES YARDLEY TREE SERVICE.com Fair, reasonable. Free estimates. Reg. Insured. 203-440-0402 or 860-595-4159 PROF. ARBORIST #S3365 75ft bucket truck. Precise Tree CT Reg #562159. 203-272-4216 GARY WODATCH LLC Tree Removal, All calls returned Reg #0620397. Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430

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HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden- 5BR, 2 bath house Completely renovated. $1425/mo + sec. & utils. 137 Willow St. Avail immed. (203) 938-3789 MERIDEN-5Rm Ranch 3BR, Stove, Refrg, D/W-WD ConnFenced yard. Pets considered. $1250/Mo. Refs req’d. Call (203) 605-6964

CONDOMINIUMS FOR RENT

MERIDEN Avallable modern 2 BR ranch unit. Stove, refrigerator, W/W carpet, garage, laundry. Off st. parking. $950/mo + utils. Sec & lease. Call 203-217-9229 WLFD- Judd Square- 2BR. No pets. $1000. Call Quality Realty, LLC 203-949-1904

APARTMENTS FOR RENT BERLIN-3.5 extra extra lg rms. Heat & HW incl. All appls, W/D, lg yd, park. $875. 860-828-8114

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HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden - Studio & 1BR apts From $650 + sec. Heat & HW incl. Avail. immed! 203-938-3789 KENSINGTON-Large efficiency apt 1BR, full bsmt, back deck nice view. $900/mo inclds oil, elec. Call 860-828-0321 days MERIDEN (2) 1BR’s & (1) 2BR Recently remodeled! New paint! Section 8 approved. No pets. 1 mos sec & 1st mos rent. More info call Rob 203-535-3925 MERIDEN - 19 Guiel Place, 2 BR Townhouse, 1 1/2 baths, w/d hookup. $1095. 1 mo sec. Call 203-213-6175 or 203-376-2160. MERIDEN - 1BR Large, Modern E. side, secure bldg in small complex. Lg. kitchen, stove, fridge, DW. Deck, off st. park. $685 incl. HW. 203-284-1822 x210 MERIDEN - 1BR, Broad St. Near monuments. Skylight, sunken DR & kit., sunporch, very attractive & prvt w/gar. $725. 203-634-1515 or 203-213-8833. MERIDEN - Newly remodeled 7 Rooms, stove, refrigerator. 1 1/2 baths. Garage. Also, 4BR apt, stove & refrig. Call (203) 238-3908 MERIDEN - Nice 1BR, 630 Broad St. $725/mo. Call 203-213-6175 or 203-815-6512 MERIDEN - Steps to Washington Park. Outstanding 3 level, 2 BR townhouse with attached garage. Clean & Shiny. $1050 with good background. No pets. Vacancy Busters 860-402-3960

MERIDEN 1 & 2 BR Apartments 657 East Main Street Call 203-630-9481 MERIDEN 2 BR - 1st Floor Updated. Basement storage space. Yard. No pets. Separate utilities. $800/month. Security. Olive Street. Call 203-809-4627 MERIDEN 3BR, 2nd flr apt. New floors & freshly painted. $850/ mo incl. new refrig., new stove, parking & washer/dryer hookup. No pets, utilities or smoking. 1 yr lease, credit check & refs. required. Security & 1st mo. rent. (203) 608-8348 MERIDEN Huge 5 BR Apartment Freshly painted. Ready to rent! Section 8 approved. $1350/mo + security. No pets. 203-650-0479 MERIDEN MOVE IN SPECIAL Studios, 1 BR & 2 BR Free Heat & HW incl. ACs. 24 hr maintenance. Sec. guard. Laundry Rm. Off st parking. 203-630-2841 MERIDEN- 1BR Winter Special $650/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric incl. Private balcony. Call for info 203-639-4868 Offer ends March 31st MERIDEN- 2BR, 1 Bath Newly renovated, Separate utils. On first floor. Pratt St. $775 OR 1 room for rent, $450. Call 347-228-3959 MERIDEN- 2BR, 3rd flr, large spacious apt. Stove & fridge. Secure building. Ample parking. No pets. Avail. 4/1. $850. Call 203-376-1259

MERIDEN- 3BR apt, $950 + sec. & utils. Recently renovated. Avail. March 15. 221 Cook Ave L & E Property Management 203-938-3789

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN 2 BR. Hdwd flrs. Some renovations. 2nd floor. 1 month rent & security. Sec 8 Approved. $850/month. 860-471-1623 MERIDEN- 4 1/2Rms. $700/mo + sec. Utils not incld. Springdale Ave. Call mornings til noon, 5pm-until 203-237-6194 MERIDEN- Nice, Spacious 1BR, appliances, parking, good location, no pets, 25 Griswold St. $795 + deposit and credit. 203238-1890 MERIDEN-1BRS-All appliances & hot water incl 2 mo. sec.. No pets. Coin op laundry. 1095 Old Colony Rd. Showings 9-11 am. 203-581-3620 MERIDEN-2BR, computer rm, CAIR, 1st flr, East side. Newly remodeled, off-st-parking, alarm sys. No pets. $850/mo. Section 8 appr’d. 203-238-1893 MERIDEN-East Side. Great 2 BR. Penthouse floor. Central air. All appls. On flr laundry. Credit + 2 mos. security. $800/mo. No pets. Call 203-284-0597 MERIDEN-Great 1BR, Huge rooms, lge windows, walk-in closet, parking, w/d hookup, 1st class! $600/mo. Credit + 2 mos. sec. req. No pets. 203-284-0597 MERIDEN-Large 3BR, new carpet, net paint, new appls. washer/dryer hookups, off st. parking. $900/mo. 3rd flr, Prescott St. 203-996-7379 Jack Regan Realty. MERIDEN. 1 BR., 1st floor of 2 family. Stove, fridge, washer, dryer hookup, parking, porch, Sec. system. Clean & quiet. $675 + util, Sec. & Refs. Call 203-238-2889 MERIDEN. Studio apt, $595 including heat & electric. On bus line. No pets. Call (203) 982-3042 MERIDEN. Studio apt, $595 including heat & electric. On bus line. No pets. Call (203) 982-3042

Thursday, March 4, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN: Two 1 BR & One 2BR Recently remodeled! New paint! Section 8 approved. No pets. 1 month security & First month rent. For more info, Call Rob - 203-535-3925 SOUTHINGTON 1BR, 1st flr. $600/mo. 2mo sec. 5Rms, 1st flr, near Plantsville school. $950/mo. 2 mo sec. 3BR, 2nd flr, $900/mo. 2mo sec. Call 860-538-5575 SOUTHINGTON NOW AVAILABLE 3 BR Apt $900 Per Month 2 BR Apt $850 Per Month Easy access to 84 & 691. Security & Credit check req. For more details, call Alex at 860-276-8208 WALLINGFORD - 1 & 2 bedroom, hot water included, $695-$795, Call 203-213-6175 or 203-376-2160. WALLINGFORD - Central location, updated, 5 rm, 2 BR, 1st flr, lovely, sparkling hdwd flrs, laundry hookups. Off st. parking. Pet ok. $1150. Good credit. Vacancy Busters 860-402-3960 WALLINGFORD - Quiet 2BR, near I-91. Ample closets. Off st. parking. W/D. No pets. $950/mo. + utils. 203-269-6297 WALLINGFORD 1 bedroom Apt. Judd Square. Central Air. No Pets. $725/mo. Call 203-949-1904 WALLINGFORD CENTER 2BR, first floor. Hwood floors in LR & DR. Large deck. CA/gas heat. $1200/month. Security deposit/credit check. Call 203-676-9831 WALLINGFORD Choate area Beautiful Victorian Home 1 BR Apartment. Off st. parking. No smoking, no pets. $725 + security. 203-265-3092

WALLINGFORD LG 3 BR, 1ST Fl. Washer hookup. No smoking/pets $1100/mo + security. Call 203-284-3750 WALLINGFORD ROBIN HILL APARTMENTS Great location! 1BRs starting at $750. 2BRS starting at $825. Call 203-793-7480 for more info WALLINGFORD- 1BR, new kit., new bath, hdwd flrs, stainless steel appls, DW, HW incl. Crown molding. New windows. $815/ mo. Call Jonah 203-430-0340 WALLINGFORD. Avail 3/1. North Main Street Victorian. 3 RMs, 1 BR. 3rd Fl. No smoking, no pets. $775 plus utilities. 2 mos sec. Call 203-269-5973. WLFD- 2BR, central location, laundry, no pets. Credit check. $800 + 2 mos. sec. 203-235-1381 WLFD- 5rms, 2 BR, 1st flr, near library. Off st. parking. W/D hookup. No smoking or pets. Sec. dep & refs. req’d. $950/mo + utils. 203-269-1426

ROOMS FOR RENT MERIDEN Rooms starting @ $130 per week. Clean & safe. Lg. nicely furnished. Shared kitchen & baths, utils. incl. washer & dryer. Off st. park. 203-537-1772

MERIDEN- Clean, safe, furn. room. Utilities included. Share kit. & bath. $110 weekly. Leave message 203-238-3369 MERIDEN. Room for rent, all util, share kit, bath & LR. Washer & dryer, off st parking. $150/week. 2 wks sec. (203) 605-8591

Newer Colonial on cul-de-sac. Easy access to highways. HWF, 1st floor laundry and bonus rm, complete in-law in basement with own entrance. $319,900. WALLINGFORD Convenient in town Col w/updated, improved mechanicals, walk-up attic for future expansion, 3BRs, LR, DR and lg eat-in kit, fenced yard w/work shed & more. $210,000. Kathy 203-265-5618

NORTH HAVEN

NORTH HAVEN Office condo with storage area, overhead door, AC, alarm free off street parking 1000sqft ready to move in $750 per mo Call Karl 203-623-3911

This home offers a 2-story foyer, granite tile bathroom, 2nd floor laundry, 9ft ceilings & walk-out basement, ideal for in-law or home theater. $319,900

Call Vicki (203) 235-3300 YALESVILLE Gorgeous Colonial on a large level lot. Great loc. Home features 8rms, kit, LR, DR, 4 or 5BRs, 3 full baths, large deck, upper level balcony, large rooms. Much more $270,000. Call Sue or Sil for details 203265-5618

DRIVER-

Central Transport is seeking drivers for dedicated road positions out of our terminal in Cheshire.

CDL A with Hazmat and Doubles Endorsement Required 12 Months Experience Required

800-331-1176 www.centraltransportint.com EMBROIDERY Machine Operator. Experience preferred. Full time with some flexibility poss. Hourly wage based on exp. 860-828-0367. HOTEL. Full time overnight lobby attendant. Hampton Inn, 10 Bee St, Meriden. Please apply in person. Direct any inquiries to General Manager or Assistant General Manager. Mechanic -

Shop Foreman and Mechanics Local LTL carrier is seeking diesel mechanics with a minimum of 3 years experience working on tractor/trailer and forklift equipment.

WALLINGFORD-1,200 sqft bay avail in fenced in property. 20ft ceilings, 14x14 drs, bathrm, electric, heat & water. Great price! Call 203-272-4216

Foreman - 1st Shift Mechanics - All Shifts Tools Required Competitive Pay/Benefits/ Vacation CDL A a plus

MERIDEN Well cared for Ranch. HDWD flrs, newly painted BR & BTH. Professional landscaped corner lot w/walkout basement, great rm w/vaulted ceilings. $269,900. Vicki 203-235-3300

HOUSES FOR SALE WLFD Gorgeous Ranch on a nice landscaped lot. Great loc. Home features 3BRs, kitchen, DR, LR, lower level FR, bath and half, 2 car garage. $269,900. Call Silvio Sala for details 203-265-5618

ROOMS FOR RENT

DENTAL ASSISTANT - x-ray certified, part time to become full time, fax resume to 203949-4789.

Home Daily! Top Drivers Earning $1100+/wk! Vacation / Holiday Pay! Health & 401k Benefits!

COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL RENTALS

MERIDEN $169,900 2 fam 3 car garage. Some updating, clean and ready to go. Poss sub-div with city approval by buyer. Don’t miss out. Call P. Lane 203235-3300

HELP WANTED

“True pride in craftsmanship!”

STORES & OFFICES FOR RENT

BUSINESS PROPERTY FOR RENT

Call Vicki (203) 235-3300

MERIDEN

Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Sat. TV, furn’d. Daily/Wkly On Bus Line. 203-239-5333

RETAIL Store/Office for rent. 2800 SF right on West Main St., Meriden. $1595/mo. incl. heat & hot water. Avail. Immediately. Home Sweet Homes 203-938-3789

HOUSES FOR SALE

MERIDEN “New Listing”

MERIDEN Rooms starting @ $130 per week. Clean & safe. Lg. nicely furnished. Shared kitchen & baths, utils. incl. washer & dryer. Off st. park. 203-537-1772

WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770 WLFD-3rd FL 4 Small Rooms Appliances. Clean, quiet. Newly painted. Dead-end street. Security. $650 /mo. No pets. Credit ck. Owner/Agent. 203-269-7348

MERIDEN - Brittania St. Spacious room. Furnished or unfurnished. All utils. Parking. $130 weekly. Call 203-275-5881 MERIDEN - Room In private home. All utils included. Central air, off st. parking. Call (203) 2135411 or 203-213-5410 MERIDEN Lg Room. All utils & cable. Share kitchen & bath. Off street parking. No drugs or alcohol. $150 week & 2 weeks security. Refs. (203) 440-0825

HOUSES FOR SALE

MERIDEN $349,900 Price reduced. Huge ranch located on Meriden’s East Side. 3 bdrms, 3 full baths, granite, hdwd flrs., finished bsmt w/second kitchen, 2 car garage, and is located at the end of a cul-de-sac on 1.15 acres. Galleria Real Estate 203-671-2223. NEW BRITAIN $168,000 - 4 bedroom Cape, 2 car attached garage, everything brand new, new kitchen and floors throughout the house 2 new baths, fenced in yard, on Farmington line, abuts Batterson Park Pond. Please call Jaime 860-614-2568

National Filter Media Textile Cutter/Pattern Maker ● Experienced Industrial Sewing Machine operators $9/hr.+ Benefits. Apply in person 9 Fairfield Blvd., Wallingford ●

PAINTING Full Time Carpenters, Painters, Subs for Residential/Commercial work. Call 800-778-9885 x 1279 PLASTIC INJECTION MOLDING FACILITY LOOKING FOR:

MERIDEN Spectacular Townhouse condo in a quiet private location. Features nice kitchen, living room, dining area, 2BRs, 2.1 baths, 1 car garage. Mint! Call Sil Sala for details. Priced right, $189,000. (203) 235-3300

MAINTENANCE & REPAIR PERSON To maintain 300-880 Ton Molding Machines. Working knowledge of 460 volt 3 phase electric, hydraulic pumps, valves. Good mechanical skills necessary. Elementary bridgeport lathe and welding skills a plus. Please Apply:

All Molded Plastics Co. MERIDEN 5yr old Col w/9rms, 3BRs, 2 baths, deck, sliders, updated wood fls in main level, shows exceptionally well & immaculate! Central air, 3 additional rms in lower level, 1c gar. $289,900. Kathy 203-235-3300

Looking for a friend? Find litters of critters in Marketplace.

HELP WANTED CAREGIVERS - Exc. position for compassionate, reliable people to provide companionship/ homecare services to seniors. Extensive training provided. Must have own vehicle. Call Home Instead Senior Care @ 860-316-2531 or visit our website www.homeinstead.com

Job Positing:

OPERATIONS ENGINEER The Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority ("CRRA") is seeking qualified individuals to manage the contracts and oversee operation of one or more CRRA waste-to-energy projects or other solid waste facilities including solid waste recycling centers and transfer stations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: contract management, business negotiations, budget development, plant modifications, and performance and regulatory compliance monitoring for such projects and facilities. Copies of the job posting can be obtained on-line at www.crra.org under "CAREERS." All resumes must be forwarded to Elaine Thomas Williams via email at ewilliams@horizonstaff.com by 3/8/10. CRRA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.

MEDICAL CAREERS DENTAL RECEPTIONIST (Wallingford) We are looking for an outstanding person to provide extraordinary service to our patients. Hours: Mon-Tues 7:15 -6:30 Thurs 7:15-4:30 Fri 7:15 -12:30. STEP 1: Send your resume to our fax at 203-269-0828 OR email it to: FamilyDentistry@ onecommail.com STEP 2: Go to the following pre-employment computer link, and TAKE THE TEST for this position: http:// tinyurl.com /Wallingford Dental

Apply in person at:

210 East Johnson Ave Cheshire

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

CONNECTICUT RESOURCES RECOVERY AUTHORITY

3 (B) Fairfield Blvd. Wallingford, CT 06492 From 10AM- 3PM Monday-Friday

SALES REP, CUST SERV, ORDER PROC, 3 P/T positions up to 35 hrs inc Sat, $9-12/hr, Apply Electrified, 110 Webb St Hamden, 203-787-4246 Electrified.com

PT Dental Assistant 2-3 days/ wk. Exp w/digital radiology & practiceworks a +. Must be a motivated team player. Fax resume 203-235-6337

HELP WANTED PRESTIGIOUS Country Club looking for FT/PT Dining Room Staff & Bartenders. Exp preferred. Good benefits & pay. Wkends a must. Apply in person at The Farms Country Club 180 Cheshire Rd, Wlfd. or email resume to: bobs@farmscc.org

Wallingford Public Schools

ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPALS Start Date: July 1, 2010. Intermediate administrator’s certification and experience as a teacher and administrator at the appropriate school level required. Regionally competitive salary and benefits package. For application packet, please contact: Jan Guarino-Rhone Director of Human Resources (203) 949-6510 jguarino-rhone@ wallingford.k12.ct.us Deadline: March 19, 2010

OPTOMETRIC TECH OptiCare is seeking a PT Optometric Tech to work in its Cheshire location. Must have exp. in medical history recording, visual field testing, refractometry as well as other ophthalmic skills. Exc. interpersonal skills nec. Comp. salary, paid vac, med. ins., 401k & more! Please submit your resume to: OptiCare - HR Dept. 87 Grandview Ave Waterbury, CT 06708 Fax: 203-465-1217 Email: cthr@refac.com PART TIME MEDICAL ASSISTANT For busy cardiology office. Exp preferred. Send resume: The Record-Journal Box 31M 11 Crown St Meriden, CT 06450

HELP WANTED

SECURITY - Part Time Local, well-established business has part time opportunities available for overnight security officers. Must be CT Security certified. We are an equal opportunity employer. Send resume to:

PO Box 1031 Cheshire, CT 06410 WRECKER DRIVER Wanted. 5 yrs experience. Must be certified. Clean driving record. Must live in Southington area. Nights & weekends. Call 860628-0067 ask for Mike at Volpe’s Automotive.

CAREER TRAINING & SCHOOLS

BARTENDING 1 or 2 week course Job Placement Assistance

203-754-6000 Bartenders Academy 663 Lakewood Rd, Wtby, CT

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