2017 Fall Festival by Cheshire Herald

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

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Kiwanis Carnival A Perennial Fall Festival Favorite

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Last year, Harper Hanlon enjoyed taking a spin on a tug boat ride at the Kiwanis Carnival, which is sure to be a popular attraction at the 2017 Cheshire Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival and Marketplace as well.

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he Kiwanis Club of Cheshire will hold its See page 4 for annual carnival today, Sept. 14, tomor2017 Fall Festival & row, Sept. 15, and Saturday, Sept. 16, at Marketplace Map Bartlem Recreation Area on Route 10, across from and Vendor List Cheshire High School. Hours are from 6 p.m. to closing tonight and Friday, and from 10 a.m. to closing on Saturday. The carnival rides are provided by Imperial Shows. The carnival has a variety of family rides for young and old, and is one of the club’s major fundraising events each year. The money raised by the Kiwanis Club goes back into the community to support many youth-oriented activities, such as youth sports teams, leadership training programs, reading programs, Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, an annual bike safety program, and $3,000 in scholarships for graduating high school students pursuing higher education. This community service organization also supports many senior citizen activities. Kiwanis International celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2015. The community service organization was formed in 1915 in Detroit, Michigan and today has clubs with volunteer members across the globe who are dedicated to carrying out the organization’s primary goal of “serving the children of the world.” The local Kiwanis Club of Cheshire invites you to join and take part in the fun and rewarding experience of volunteer service to your Cheshire commuSee CARNIVAL, page 5

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Sally Bowman Real Estate Has Deep Roots In Town

or years, Sally watched her parents raise their family, grow their businesses, and support their neighbors right here in Cheshire—a life of contribution and connectivity that resonated deeply with her as a young girl. Sally later spent years working at R.W. Hine Ace Hardware, the (best) local hardware store where, unbeknownst to Sally, her real es-

tate roots began to form as she solved household problems, built contacts and solidified her role as a trusted resource within the community. Having spent her early life helping people fix problems, Sally’s love of Cheshire and innate understanding of making a house a home blossomed into a business rooted in community, knowledge and trust. Today, Sally Bowman

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ets are a part of the family and depend on you to keep them safe. It is very important for pet owners to be prepared in the case of a disaster. Take these simple steps to be ready. Every pet owner should have an emergency kit prepared. This kit should include anything your pet may need: a copy of medical records, leash, collar, recent photos, food,

bowls, water, litter and litter boxes, care instructions, and items of comfort. Make sure your pet is always wearing identification tags that include your name, address, and phone number. Keep your pet up to date on vaccinations with a copy of the documentation on hand. If a disaster strikes and you must evacuate, bring your pet with you. It is important to have a plan of action to be able to evacuate quickly. Only service dogs are allowed into Red Cross shelters, so it is very important to be aware of your options. Have a list of “pet friendly” hotels See PETS, page 8

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Mr. Conte stays true to his craft by providing on-site repairs and customer satisfaction. Aside from watches that require major overhauls, every item brought into the store will stay in the store. He is a certified gemologist and master of international diamond grading, color stones, and estate jewelry. Joseph A. Conte Jewelers is located at 2582 Whitney Ave. in Hamden. See our ad below.

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Find It All At The Fall Festival & Marketplace VENDORS A Rows Distressed Children Tastfully Simple Cheshire Public Schools Sally Bowman Be There Now Yoga Whippersnappers Play Gym CPM Insurance Derek Gromko for Town Council Olympic Takwando Kitchen Magic Roller Magic Cheshire Library Lula Roe Calcagni Real Estate JC Karate Cheshire Dance Centre

F R ID AY F OOD TRU CKS Meriano’s Canoli Truck • Frankie’s Hot Dogs Caseus Cheese Truck • Ted’s Restaurant Mamoun’s Falafel • Red Bean Coffee

C & B Rows Democratic Town Committee Animal Shelter Hartford Health MidState Cheshire Environment Commission Cheshire Girl Scouts Cheshire Lutheran Church Iskcon of Connecticut Newcomers Club Living Hope Church Cheshire Land Trust Cheshire’s Lights of Hope Boy Scouts Pack 92 Cheshire Food Pantry CHS Robotics Rob Oris Town Council Kim Cangiano Town Council Cheshire Energy Commission Cheshire Food Drive The Horgan Dance Academy

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Time To Call Nick Constantino Landscape Services

aking our clients happy at all times is our goal at Nick Constantino Landscape Services. With each satisﬁed customer, we enhance our reputation for creativity, professionalism, dependability, and bendover-backwards service. We would love to make you one of our satisﬁed customers. Nick Constantino Landscape Services specializes in all aspects of landscaping and has been in Cheshire since 1987. As longtime Cheshire residents, my crew and I take personal

pride in our work. We service numerous residential and commercial clients in the Cheshire and surrounding areas, with each client receiving the personal attention they deserve. We understand that your home and landscape are one of your biggest investments. We also understand the importance of having your property look its best at all times. We will always work within your budget and ﬁnd solutions to any project. Our company works closely with many vendors and has resources for all your landscape

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Shop Gallery 4 For Unique Cards, Crafts — And Fun

re you ready for a new experience in shopping? Come visit Gallery 4, the unique little shop just a few minutes south on Route 10. For 40 years, Gallery 4 has been the place to go for handmade jewelry. We also carry interesting ethnic arts, from the American Southwest to Papua New Guinea, from Africa to Canadian Inuit. Customers can handle the sort of things typically found behind glass in museums. You’ll ﬁnd statement pieces to ﬁnish your dream room. Or just run in for unique greeting cards that are not found every-

CARNIVAL continued from page 2 nity. Giving back, paying forward, serving our fellow citizens—however it is expressed—is a most notable aspect of everyone’s journey through life. On Saturday, the carnival will be held in conjunction with the annual Cheshire Festival & Marketplace, sponsored by the Town of Cheshire and Cheshire Chamber of Commerce, at Bartlem Recreation Area. Come for family fun all three days! Be sure to clip out our ad on page 4—it’s good for a free hot dog!

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Welcome to the 2017-2018 Season at Nelson Hall—our 10th Anniversary!

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November 2, 2017

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The American Longboards with the Music of Roy Orbison Concert–2 Performances

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June 21, 2018

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July 26, 2018

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Stop By The Cheshire Cat & Dog, Too!

top in and meet Howard and Heather Bearz, owners of The Cheshire Cat & Dog, Too! Since they opened their doors in 2009, they have been voted Best Pet Supply Store four years in a row, and become an amazing asset to the pet lovers of Cheshire and surrounding towns. Howard can be credited for finding some interesting novelties for that special four-legged kid. Heather enjoys hosting adoption events and fundraisers and donating time or raffle baskets for various rescues. Together, they enjoy working with pet lovers who want to extend their pets’ lives and accommodate their needs as well. On an everyday basis, Howard and Heather recommend the benefits of feeding pets a high-quality food from their large selection of raw, kibble, dehydrated, freeze-dried and

For The Latest Trends, Look To The Red Owl

re you looking for the perfect gift? Look no further! Stop in and see us at the Red Owl Jewelry & Gifts! We are a destination shopping experience oﬀering the latest trends in jewelry and accessories from popular brands such as Kendra Scott, Mantraband, Alex & Ani, Spartina 449, and more. We always oﬀer complimen-

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PETS continued from page 3 around your area. Speak to friends and relatives to devise a plan. Prepare a list of boarding facilities and their hours. Keep in mind emergencies are unpredictable and may happen when you are not home. Know what to expect. A stressful time for you will result in a diﬃcult time for your pet. Understand that animals under stress may bite, scratch, hide, or panic. Keep you animal secure at all times and do not leave your pets unattended.

Paws Pet Resort & Spa can be part of your disaster plan. They have helped care for clients pets when they have had to vacate their homes due to power outage, snow storms, ﬁre, ﬂooding, as well as home repair and remodeling. Paws has long term boarding rates and have worked with insurance companies when necessary. For more information call Paws Pet Resort & Spa at (203) 250PAWS (7297), visit their website at http://www. pawspet.com/ or stop by for a tour of the facility at 312 East Johnson Avenue in Cheshire. See our ad on page 3.

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Tenth Year Of Shows At Nelson Hall

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All classes are taught by certiﬁed Irish dance teachers Irene Horgan and Dr. Maureen Horgan.

Horgan Academy Celebrating 21 Years Of Irish Dance In Cheshire

he Horgan Academy of Irish Dance is celebrating 21 years of dance education in Cheshire. Parents are invited to register children for The Horgan Academy’s “Introduction to Irish Stepdancing” program on Wednesday, Sept. 20, between 5:15 and 7:15 p.m. in the parish hall of the United Methodist Church, 205 Academy Rd. (Route 68). All classes are taught by certiﬁed Irish dance teachers Irene Horgan and Dr. Maureen Horgan. The Horgan Academy educates children to share the joy of dance at a

host of church, charity, community, competition, and cultural events. All are welcome to visit The Horgan Academy information booth at the Cheshire Fall Festival and enjoy an Irish stepdancing lesson and demonstration at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 16. For more information, email HorganAcademy.webs.com, visit www.HorganAcademy.webs.com or call (203) 7581885. Take your ﬁrst step with The Horgan Academy right here in Cheshire! See our ad below.

elson Hall theater, on the campus of Elim Park, will be celebrating a 10-year anniversary in the 2017–2018 season. The venue has been expanding ever since 2008, offering more shows each year and drawing new visitors to the community. Coming in May of 2018, Nelson Hall will welcome back one of the very first acts they presented in the professional series, “Triple Espresso—a highly caffeinated comedy,” to the delight of many patrons who have repeatedly requested its return. “Bringing ‘Triple Espresso’ back is significant because it was the catalyst for the entire theater project. Our CEO, Ron Dischinger, had a vision to bring one of his favorite productions to our stage. That show was ‘Triple Espresso’ and it launched this whole program back in 2010,” recalls Theater Manager Rachele Patrignelli. “We’re excited to present it again for new audiences.” Other productions in the upcoming season include tribute concerts to Jackson Browne, Buddy Holly, and Glen Campbell, as well as classic country, comedy, musicals, and more. See complete season on page 7.

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Prospect Eye Doctor Part Of Mission Medical Team

ervice and community-building is a calling that Dr. Ronicha Azard always felt led to be a part of. “I grew up in a Christian home,” Dr. Azard said. “From the beginning, my mom and dad have rooted Christian values in me about serving others and being the hands and feet of Jesus in the way we live.” So it was no surprise when this optometrist, only a year into practice, decided to travel to the impoverished sugar cane villages near La Romana, Dominican Republic where she provided medical assistance and eye care to the people there. Dr. Azard, a 30-year-old eye doctor with Vision Associates of Prospect, found herself in a sugar workers’ village— known as “bateyes”—in a

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poverty-stricken area of the Dominican Republic, providing needed medical assistance. “I volunteered at homeless shelters and went to mission’s conferences in the past; however, this was my first opportunity to work abroad and as a new doctor.” The mission trip started on June 30 and lasted nine days. The First Baptist Church of Wallingford, along with other mission groups in the Northeast, have sponsored the trips since 1990 to build schools and churches, as well as

provide medical attention and other services to impoverished workers near La Romana. While in the Dominican Republic, Dr. Azard worked in a medical clinic that traveled to different bateyes in the area. It was the first time for an optometrist on the mission’s team, therefore, it was the first time eye care services were provided. “Prior to my visit, all they had were these random glasses and they would say, ‘Just pick one you can see out of,’” Dr. Azard said. While there, Dr. Azard administered acSee DOCTOR, page 11

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Dr. Ronicha Azard, an eye doctor with Vision Associates of Prospect, traveled with a mission group from the First Baptist Church of Wallingford and provided medical assistance to residents of a poverty-stricken area of the Dominican Republic.

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YMCA Raffle Features Best Prizes Yet

heshire Community YMCA is pleased to announce the prizes and details for their annual Fall Raffle. Said Chrissy Cassess, director of operations at Cheshire Community YMCA, “It is our pleasure to support the Cheshire community through our annual Fall Raffle. This year’s prizes are some of the best yet. Thank you to everyone who donated raffle prizes. We look forward to seeing everyone at the Fall Festival!” This year’s raffle features three top prizes including a six-night stay for six guests at a beautiful private lake house on Lake Wequaquet on Cape Cod, a VIZIO LED Smart HD TV, and a $500 gift card to Rumanoff’s Fine Jewlery. This year’s bonus prizes include four tickets to a UConn Women’s Basektball Game and $500 worth of gift cards to dine around town at restaurants such as Main Street Caffé, Viron Rondo Osteria, Cheshire Coffee, C.J. Sparrow, Bella’Gio Ristorante & Pizzeria, Cheshire Pizza & Ale, Pop’s Pizza, Waverly Inn, Toro Sushi, Blackie’s Hot Dogs, Dairy Queen, and Watch Factory Restaurant. Raffle tickets are $20 each and go on sale on Saturday, Sept. 16, at the Fall Festival and at the Cheshire Community YMCA, located at 961 South Main St. For additional details, visit www.sccymca.org/ Fall-Raffle.

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curate eye examinations for the villagers, allowing them to get glasses to improve their quality of life. Dr. Azard said there was an outbreak this year of bacterial conjunctivitis, most commonly referred to as “pink eye.” She was able to help treat those infected with medication drops she had brought with her on the trip and with donations from the Good Samaritan Hospital, which was also built by The First Baptist Church of Wallingford and other North American mission groups and donors. Dr. Azard expressed, “It was one of those experiences where I felt I needed to be there. It was almost as if God said, ‘This was your year to be there,’ because

zone, where you don’t have running water or all of the things you are used to having,” Dr Azard said. “That’s one of the things that really impacted me the most and it was really important for me to be a part of that.” The mission trip took on a special meaning for Dr. Azard, who is of Haitian descent. “It was a good way for me to give back to my people.” Dr. Azard has been back home for over a month now, but plans to go on the mission trip next year. “I deﬁnitely hope to inspire other practitioners to go next year as well.” For more information about the trip, visit http:// w w w. d r m i s s i o n t e a m . org/2017-trip or view the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yR8_ Wrky7Ns&sns=fb. See the Vision Associates of Prospect ad on this page.

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Whippersnapper’s Kids Are Family

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n Sunday, Sept. 17, from 4 to 6 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church will host a gala Renewal Celebration and the entire Cheshire community is invited. The celebration marks the beginning of a new “academic” year and the parishioners’ renewed commitment to worship, learn and serve together. It also celebrates the completion of several signiﬁcant renewal projects, including comprehensive restoration of the exterior of the historic brick church in the center of Cheshire. For months, scaﬀolding and cranes have circled the building, enabling craftspeople to repoint, repair and clean the bricks. For the past nine months, the exquisite historic windows have been carefully restored and repaired by stained glass

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Just For You: Special Gifts, Custom Embroidery

elebrating its 27th year, Just For You Gift Shoppe on 979 Meriden-Waterbury Road in Plantsville is ﬂourishing. Owner Flo Legat credits that to the shop’s wonderfully loyal customers. The beautifully decorated front windows welcome guests inside with a preview of each season. Once inside, you are greeted with a smile and friendly hello, then left to absorb all the beautiful sights, sounds, and aromas of this lovely shoppe. You will enjoy browsing all the sections, including Baby, Wedding, Irish, Candle, Hand Painted Glassware, and Frame, and many more.

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inspirational verse. Perhaps you need to rejuvenate a room in your house with new pictures, floral arrangements, table runners and napkins, or throw rugs. Flo and her knowledgeable staff will be happy to help with that also. Custom embroidering and monograming is also offered at Just For You. You’ll see some beautiful samples and have the opportunity to choose colors and designs with the staff’s help to create a special keepsake for any occasion. Cotton afghans are most popular, along with baby gifts, towels, robes, jackets and shirts. You are also invited to bring in your own item to have it personalized. If you love beautiful things and casual, no-pressure shopping in a warm, friendly atmosphere, do yourself a favor and stop in soon at Just for You Gift Shoppe.

High Holiday Services Planned At Temple Beth David

’Shana Tovah from Temple Beth David! High Holiday services for 2017 (5778) begin with Erev Rosh Hashanah at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 20. The first of two back-toback services for the first day of Rosh Hashanah begins at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 21. (Babysitting services are provided.) Tashlich blessings will be recited at Mixville Park at 3 p.m. on Rosh Hashanah, Thursday, Sept. 21. There is a single service on the second day of Rosh Hashanah, Friday, Sept. 22, beginning at 10 a.m. Youth programs/services for grades 3–6 are offered concurrent with both services on Rosh Hashanah (Sept. 21) and Yom Kippur (Sept. 30). Family services for families with small children begin at 1:30 p.m. on the first day of Rosh Hashanah and 1:30 p.m. on Yom Kippur. Kol Nidre begins at 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 29. The first of two back-to-back Yom Kippur services begins at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30. (Babysitting services are provided.) On Yom Kippur, Mincha begins at 3:30 p.m., followed by Yizkor at 4:30 p.m., Neilah at 5:30 p.m., and the blowing of the Shofar/Havdallah at approximately 6:30 p.m. Break-the-fast on Yom Kippur will consist of a light snack (challah and juice). May the year ahead be filled with the blessings of health, happiness, and peace. For more information about tickets and schedules, please contact the temple office at (203) 272-0037 or office@tbdcheshire.org. See our ads on this page and page 8.

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