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Guide To The 2011 Fall Festival & Marketplace vendors at 11 a.m. Businesses from Cheshire and neighboring communities will be in attendance at Bartlem Recreation Area. Baseball, softball, and soccer will have to take a backseat this weekend, as Fall Festival, presented by the Cheshire Chamber of Commerce, will be sprawling all over Bartlem park along Route 10.

“I’ve been doing this six years and every year it keeps growing and growing,” explained Sheldon Dill, president of the Cheshire Chamber of Commerce. “It’s become a tradition for a lot of people.

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here is only one place to go this weekend if you want to see dozens of crafters, hundreds of vendors, a car show, a carnival, and fireworks.

It’s the annual Fall Festival and Marketplace, taking place on Saturday beginning at 10 a.m.

The Fall Festival has transformed from a parking-lot tag sale to one of the premier events in Cheshire. The day-long festival starts in the morning with a craft show before officially opening to

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MAIN STAGE ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP 11 a.m.

11:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

12:20–1 p.m.

1:20–2 p.m.

2:20–3 p.m.

3:30–4:15 p.m.

4:30 p.m.

5–7 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Cheshire High School Marching Band Cheshire Community Chorus The Big Fat Combo Recliner Pilots The Gypsys Johnny I Band Blackie’s Hot Dog Eating Contest Eight to the Bar Cheshire Community Band Fireworks Display

SECOND STAGE SChEDULE 10 a.m.

11:15–11:45 a.m.

12:00–12:30 p.m.

12:45–1:15 p.m.

1:30–2 p.m.

2:15–2:45 p.m.

3–3:30 p.m.

4:30–5 p.m.

5:15–5:45 p.m.

TBA Family Martial Arts Cheshire Cheerleaders CATS Gymnastics Cheshire Dance Centre Zumba Dance Demo by Robin Houseman Cheshire Pilates Physique Plus Car Show Awards

1 p.m. at The Gazebo: Curious Critters ON THE COVER: Photos of the 2010 Cheshire Fall Festival & Marketplace by Allen Paul, Jim Brandolini, Josh Morgan, and John Rook

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Find Your Favorite Business, Vendor, Crafter MARKETPLACE VENDORS 2010

Abilities Without Boundaries E 13 Alpine Haus T 5 Belle Cheveux Salon A 4 Boy Scout Troop 51 E 14 Boy Scout Troop 90 D 2 Calcagni Associates, Inc. A 6 Capital Choice CC 2 Chamber Beer & Wine EA Chamber Information Booth EB Cheshire Academy T17 Cheshire Dance Centre A 8 Cheshire Democratic Town Comm. D 6 Cheshire Fire Dept.

Prevention/Recruiting S 2 Cheshire Fire Dept.

100th Anniversary A 16 Cheshire Food Pantry D 1 Cheshire Herald, The T 6 CHS Girls Volleyball Team D 32 CHS Robotics Team E 3 Cheshire Human Services/ Economic Development E 00 Cheshire Interfaith Housing D 13 Cheshire Land Trust A 12, 1 Cheshire Masons D 12 Cheshire Newcomers & Neighbors D 11 Cheshire Pilates BB 1 Cheshire Police Dept. EC Cheshire Police Convincer/ SWAT S 3, 4 Cheshire Public Library A 14 Cheshire Rotary T 15 Cheshire Senior Center T 7 CocoaShak T 14 College Admissions Consultants D 10 Comfort Suites T 9 Comprehensive Hearing Care Center D 9 Cornerstone Church D 1 CUREchief Foundation EO 00 East Coast Mechanical T 10 Elim Park T 11, 12 EnerSave Home Improvement E 16

CRAFT VENDORS

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St. Thomas Becket Church Beacon Brands LLC Painted Pics A Stitch in Time Elizabeth Bellante Eileen Originals Rani’s Henna Designs Andrew Plante Blind Dog Jewelry Paperville Jewelry by Renee Jewelry by Renee Bresnahan Primitive Reproductions C13 Functionally Fun C14 Glazey Days

Eye Center of Southern CT T 13 Family Martial Arts A 17 Fill The Boot for Josh Budd BB 2 Find Your Stuff E 10 First Congregational Church D 8 Foster Adoptive Mission D 7 Friends of Camp Nerden D 4 G. Kosienski Construction E 03 Gold Exchange, The A 5 Gutter Topper T 16 Hamden Heronettes Swim Team CC 0 JFC Productions, LLC D 5 Little Cherubs Preschool D 3 Long Wharf Theatre Guild A 9 Lucinda’s Hair, LLC A 15 Mari Hall Family Foundation E 11 McKinley Oil, LLC E 2 MidState Medical Center T 2 N & D Sports E 1 Naugatuck Savings Bank T 1 New York Life Insurance E 7 Overhead Door Co. of Wtby. E 4 Paws Pet Resort & Spa E 5 Physique Plus A 3 Prezioso Dental A 10 R3, LLC T 19 Richard Chevrolet ED, EE RW Hine Hardware A 7 Sally Bowman Real Estate A 2 SEEC Financial, LLC T 20 Special Olympics Dunk Tank E 01,02 Staples T 8 Stella & Dot E 6 Strollo’s Bros. Towing Service S 1 Support Our Soldiers E 12 Tradewinds Wealth Management E 15 Trantolo & Trantolo BB 0 Twilight Outdoor Movies A 1 Verizon Simply Wireless T 3 Webster Bank T 18 William Raveis Real Estate A 11 YMCA Kids Zone Near Gazebo

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Chamber Hamburger Booth . . .

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Senor Pancho’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Yellowfin’s Seafood Grille . . . . .

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Restyled Furnishings Beliveau Creations Rams on Demand Lange Inspirtations K&K Accessories Straight Shotz Photography Terri Barberri H.L. Carvings Arline Dunlop Bathtub Gin Tie Dye Crafterri Designs 40 Winks Shari Lucas Photography Bead-Tini Boutique

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Kiwanis Carnival A Popular Festival Attraction The Kiwanis carnival has a variety of family rides for young and old, and is one of the club’s major fundraising events each year.

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he Kiwanis Club of Cheshire will hold its annual carnival on Friday, Sept. 9 and Saturday, Sept. 10 at Bartlem Recreation Area on Route 10, across from Cheshire High School.

Hours are from 6 p.m. to closing on Friday and from 10 a.m. to closing on Saturday.

Sunday is the rain date.

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 $5,000 in scholarships for

graduating high school students pursuing higher education. The community service organization also supports many senior citizen activities.

The rides at the carnival are being provided by Marenna Amusements, LLC. On Saturday, the Carnival will be held in conjunction with the annual Cheshire Festival & Marketplace also being held at Bartlem Recreation Area.

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Fall Festival: Our Community’s Premier Event continued from page 2 It’s tradition for the vendors and the families in the area who make a day out of it.”

Typical events, such as the Blackie’s hot dog eating contest, the Kiwani’s carnival, a classic car show, and evening fireworks display, will be held as usual. There will also be some new events, such as a curious creatures exhibit, presented by the Cheshire Land Trust. There will be music throughout the day and the YMCA will have activities just for kids. Also, for the first time ever, a beer and wine tent has been established for the event.

Food vendors will also be in attendance, as well as local companies showcasing businesses, and non-profits, like

the Special Olympics, which will be raising money with a special dunk tank. It’s also a local election year, so expect to see a lot of the politicians out shaking hands and campaigning.

There is so much happening at Fall Festival, Dill said, that it’s not just a Chamber of Commerce event anymore; it’s an event for the entire Cheshire community and beyond.

“Anyone that comes to this event will find something of value, entertainment, and interest,” Dill stated. “There are a lot of different things going on that it make it a wonderful event for the entire community.”

Over the years, the event has grown and grown. Last year, upwards of 6,000 people

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he Cheshire Chamber of Commerce Restaurant Week will run from Sunday, Sept.

11 through Friday, Sept. 16. Dinner pricing will be $19.74, with breakfast and luncheon specials also being offered by participating restaurants.

“The Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1974, so we thought that by pricing the dinners at $19.74 it would be an easy way to make people aware of how long the Cheshire Chamber has been involved in this community,” explained Sheldon Dill, chamber president. The Chamber office, 195 South Main St., can be called for details at (203) 272-2345.

came through Bartlem park during the course of Fall Festival. Something this big takes a team of individuals, Dill said, who have been working for nearly a year on the 2011 Fall Festival.

“We have a terrific committee that works year-round to put this event on,” Dill said.

“Dozens help out and do a

great job.”

Perhaps the biggest draw of the event comes at the end of Fall Festival when a magnificent display of colors fills the night sky. There is a private fireworks display at Kurtz Farm over the Fourth of July weekend, but many people still come to Bartlem park to see the fireworks at the close

of Fall Festival.

“It’s a fun event to be a part of,” Dill said.

The 2011 Fall Festival and Marketplace is this weekend, Sept. 10 beginning at 10 a.m with the craft show. A rain date is scheduled for Sunday.

For more information, contact the Cheshire Chamber of Commerce at (203) 272-2345.

Stop By The S.O.S. Booth And Support Our Soldiers!

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all Festival is here already. There are many booths at the event and each has its own purpose. One of the booths will be run by Cheshire S.O.S (Supports Our Soldiers), which, as the name implies, will be helping our troops. This booth will be collecting supplies, such as entertainment (CDs, DVDs, etc.), toiletries, non-perishable foods, and household items. Many of these things we have around at home and would make

a difference to our troops. Cash donations will be used to defray shipping costs and/or to purchase additional items. Anything and everything would be very much appreciated and all donations will directly support the soldiers that serve our country. Also, at the booth, children will be given the chance to write letters to troops. Businesses that help to support this cause will be mentioned in a board at the stand.

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Decorating can be intimidating and seemingly costly to many, but if you take it roomby-room, and assess the way your family lives and your own personal style, you can update that outdated family room with simple, cost-effective changes. “Repurposing”

home furnishings — taking furniture and accessories that are in good condition and updating their look and style — has become a cost-effective and creative way to inject fresh, new looks this season.

Patti Stern, owner of PJ & Company Home Styling, LLC, a Connecticut home decorating and staging firm, recommends prioritizing your decorating needs and look to nature for inspiration. “What I tell my clients is to start with the room they use most, whether it’s the

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She offers the following advice when tackling home decorating projects: Create a budget. The most important thing to know is exactly how much you have to spend before you begin any home decorating project. If you can’t afford gutting and completely remodeling your kitchen with new cabinetry, often the most expensive item in a new kitchen, consider painting cabinets if they’re in good condition. “A recent kitchen makeover for one of my clients FRUIT FARM was incredibly cost-effective,” PICK YOUR OWN says Stern. “The homeowner Ginger Gold, Macintosh, Gala, didn’t want to spend a fortune and HONEY CRISP Apples & Bartlett Pears remodeling her outdated, late Ad#:1066304 Pub:RJ Date:07/16/08 Day:WED Size:2X9.75 Cust:SUPERIOR STONE Last Peaches,onBlueberries Edited By:BTRACY 7/10/08 11:38and AM. Raspberries Salesperson:116 Tag Line:SERVICE GUIDE Color 1980s kitchen because it was Info: Connecticut Tomatoes, Corn, Lettuce, Squash, still in good shape and she had 1066304 - Composite Cucumbers, Green Beans, Peas, Honey, two children getting ready for Maple Syrup, Ice Cream college. Repurposing what she CraftsOME • JelliesHIS • JamsUMMER • Salsa • Snacks hadAMILY! was easy and included TAY ITH OUR Cider Donuts • Apple Fritters painting SUPERIOR STONE can help you reconnect with your family this summerversus with adding new Fresh & Frozen Pies a beautiful new patio, outdoor kitchen area, tranquil sitting areas, pool decking cabinetry, dressing up the BIRTHDAY PARTIES & and more. kitchen island with furniture PICNIC AREA AVAILABLE For the price of a typical vacation, you can create your own vacation spotbead and board trim for legs and have many years ofroad, enjoyment in your own back yard for the same price.

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Look to nature for inspiration. Whatever the season, look to nature to inspire your home decorating, Stern advises. Inexpensive accessories including botanical prints, topiaries, and fresh flowers can dress up any fireplace mantle.

Showcase what you love.

Build a room around a favorite painting, rug, or mirror. This is a great way to start thinking about the look and style you want to create in the room.

Pick a paint color from the painting or the rug and add the color to the walls and accessories. “For another client,

we created a built-in bookcase with a window seat that showcased her antique collection she had amassed since she was a little girl. She was even able to finally display her grandparent’s marriage certificate from the late 1800s,” adds Stern. “I then built the entire décor of her living room around this showpiece.”

Creating a warm and welcoming look can be done without spending a fortune. It just takes a little thought and creativity and taking stock of what you have and love that can be repurposed and refreshed for a whole new look and style.

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Art And More Framed At Barbara’s Gallery

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dding a properly framed picture to any room helps to complete the overall look.

For 27 years, Barbara McCauley has been designing framed pieces for every type of environment and atmosphere.

All our work is done on the premises. Whether it’s a photo or artwork from your trips abroad, or theatre tickets and a match book cover from a memorable night on the town, framed artwork can let you relive life’s most wonderful moments over and over again.

Barbara’s Gallery staff have helped people frame their children’s artwork, report cards, college degrees, wedding invitations, and grandchildren’s photos and birth announcements, and anything else you can think of. Thousands of frame and mat samples (both domestic and European) allow you to find the right look for any piece in any room. From sports memorabilia to priceless family heirlooms, we can help you find the look to complete any space in your home.

Why not surround yourself with the people and memories that mean the most to you? Barbara’s Gallery is located at 1066 South Main Street and is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. We are closed on Monday. Our phone is (203) 271-3432. Appointments are available. Stop by!

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Find that perfect gift from our selection ofcollectibles. Treat yourself to a new gold necklace from our expanded jewelry section. Discover just the right handbag.

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Consignment Originals is the leader in the consignment industry. With over 110,000 consignors currently, we continue to be the largest upscale source of pre-owned merchandise. Stop in every day for our biggest Fall season yet.

Hundreds of new items are arriving daily! Don’t miss daily surprise sales all season long.

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They are an authorized power equipment dealer for many residential and commercial lawn mowers, lawn tractors, walk behinds, zero turns, 21-inch, weedwackers, blowers, rototillers, chainsaws, snowlowers, and so much more. They are an authorized service center for Ariens, Briggs & Stratton, echo, Gravely, Husqvarna, Honda, Kawasaki, Kohler, Little Wonder, Shindiawa, Tecumseh and other name brand companies, regardless of where they were purchased.

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All new equipment is assembled, serviced, and in running order before it leaves the store. In addition, each customer is given a one-on-one tutorial by one of our professionally-trained staff on the use, maintenance, and storage of their new machine prior to leaving our shop. All new equipment Warranty Cards are processed and mailed by RPM Power Equipment at the time of purchase to guarantee the warranty.

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popular items. Many retailers discount items during certain times of the year. Autumn is one season when shoppers can find deals on many popular items.

Furniture: As summertime winds down, sales on furniture tend to wane. To drum up extra excitement, many furniture stores start slashing prices in September. For consumers who have been waiting for deals on big-ticket items, like dining sets or sofas, now could be the ideal time to shop around for discounts.

This time of year is also a great opportunity to get

deeply discounted prices on outdoor furniture. End-ofseason sales abound on patio furniture, umbrellas, gazebos, sheds, and awnings. Savings can be as much as 70 percent during October and November because stores need to make room for Christmas displays. That means the longer you wait, the better the deal to be had.

Clothing: In the fall, consumers can shop for two seasons’ worth of clothes at once to get better deals. In general, stores offer low prices on winter essentials, like hats, gloves, See BARGAINS, page 13

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Dan Nowak To Talk Issues At Rally On Monday

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an Nowak is an atlarge candidate for Town Council in Cheshire and he isn’t your typical candidate.

Nowak has been approached by many people, both Democrats and Republicans, requesting he run for Town Council. Many people feel there is a need to have a person on the Town Council with an extensive, strong background in sports with the many sports related/recre-

ation-related issues in town.

Nowak has 32 years of experience as a journalist and sportswriter, first with the Boston Globe, the Associated Press and the past 27 years at the New Haven Register.

One of Nowak’s goals is to make the community pool, Mixville Park and the skateboard park regional destination spots that will produce added revenue for the town.

Another goal is to see projects like upgrading/renovating

the boys’ lockerrooms at the high school and completion of the dog park move forward.

Nowak believes education is another key element in town and should always be given high priority. Cutbacks and trimming programs when it comes to education should always be a last resort when it comes to educational budgets.

Communication also needs to be improved with the Town Council catching up to the 21st Century with its own web-

site, Facebook and Twitter accounts to interact and connect with ALL people in town on a daily basis. Online chats between Town Council members and people in town should also be a regular event as well.

And, while you may never hear this from other candidates because many don’t believe it’s possible in these trying economic times, Nowak has ideas that could potentially … wait for it … cut taxes.

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very fall homeowners are faced with cascades of red, purple, orange, and yellow leaves falling from the sky. Amid this rainbow of autumn activity, some people still have “green” on their minds — as in eco-friendly ways they can embark on fall clean-up.

Removing leaves from the lawn and yard is a task that few people relish. It can often mean hours spent gathering leaves and then finding ways to dispose of them. Some homeowners stack leaves at the curb in bins and bags. Others torch them in bonfires. Some scatter them to the street with power blowers. While these methods may be fast or efficient, they are not the most environmentally friendly. There are some other tactics you can take.

Think of ways to repurpose leaves. Even though they’ve passed their prime on the limbs of the trees in your yard, leaves can be an essential part

of the ecosystem after they’ve fallen.

Much about mulch Fallen leaves can make an ideal mulch, helping to deliver nutrients to the soil during the stark, winter months. Placing shredded leaves around the base of shrubbery and trees can help insulate the root systems and nourish them.

Decomposing leaves also provide food to soil insects, including earthworms.

‘Leaf’ them alone Unless the lawn is completely inundated with leaves, it’s alright to leave some behind.

Animals preparing their winter nests or hibernation can collect leaves and use them to insulate their cozy retreats.

Leaves can act as fertilizer to the lawn and also food sources to insects.

“black gold” for their vegetables and flowers can add fallen leaves to the pile as part of the secret recipe to wonderful fertilizer. What’s more, because this compost pile is likely close by, individuals won’t need to cart heavy leaves long distances for disposal. Simply wheelbarrow them over to the compost heap and dump.

Rake for health Leaf blowers may make fast work of gathering leaves to one area, but they are noisy, smelly and burn gasoline unnecessarily. Instead, look to the old-fashioned garden rake. A person won’t need to visit the gym that day because raking can burn hundreds of calories See RAKING, page 16

companies in town and finding creative ways to create new revenue for the Town could contribute to the potential of taxes being trimmed.

Instead of taking the easy way out and raising taxes and cutting programs all the time, lets exhaust all options out there first.

Come listen to Dan Nowak discuss these and all issues at his “Nowak Rally: A Cheshire Event”on Monday, Sept. 12, at Bartlem Park at 6:15 p.m.

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For Quality Remodeling, Call Sullivan Brothers

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re you planning to entertain this holiday season? Now is the time to plan for that beautiful kitchen, bath, or home improvement project you’ve been thinking about, from the beautiful basics to the all-out elegant.

Fitting every budget, Sullivan Brothers LLC, a 25-year remodeling and restoration company, specializes in additions, kitchens, and baths.

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The brothers also boast a 5,000 sq. ft. kitchen and bath showroom, located at 1 Wolcott Road in Wolcott, that features tile displays, countertops, and vanities for every taste. In the wood shop, see a fireplace mantle, cabinet, or wine rack being built before your eyes!

The brothers pride themselves in their many years of fair and honest pricing and consistent quality work. Voted Best Contractor for six years in a row by the Waterbury Observer’s readers poll, Jim Sullivan is also president of the Remodeling Contractors Association for the State of Connecticut and a board member of the Waterbury Regional Chamber of Commerce.

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Want to add a little adventure to your life? Then come to the 13th annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire in Hebron, where legend, history, and fantasy come together to provide guests with a full day of entertainment, shopping, food, and fun.

The Connecticut Renaissance Faire recreates a medieval English village at festival time, and their guests of honor are none other than King Arthur and Queen Guinevere themselves. Meet the royal

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In addition, the Connecticut Renaissance Faire is hosting a number of special events and theme weekends, including its popular “Halloween Knights” featuring safe trick-or-treating with our merchants and a

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The Palace Line-up Packed With Entertainment

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ith a Fall/Winter line-up packed with entertainment options ranging from The Charlie Daniels Band to Clifford The Big Red Dog, patrons will not want to miss one moment of the Palace Theater’s 2011-2012 season, sponsored by Comcast.

Tickets for the first half of the theater’s upcoming season go on sale today, Sept. 8, at 10 a.m., and can be purchased by phone at (203) 346-2000, online at www. palacetheaterct.org or in person at the Box Office at 100 East Main Street in Waterbury.

Groups of 15 or more qualify for discounted rates and should call the Group Sales hotline at (203) 346-2002.

Avid concert goers and theater fans that don’t want to wait for the September 8 on sale date are encouraged to call the Box Office at (203) 346-2000 to become a Palace E-PASS member and receive advance email notice of all events with the opportunity to purchase tickets in prime seating locations before the general public. An E-PASS membership is valid on all Palace shows that occur for between now and June 30, 2012.

Coming Up At The PAlace Theater: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific – Friday, Sept.

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24, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 25, at 1 p.m.

Icon Entertainment presents Gabriel Iglesias: Stand Up Revolution—The Tour – Saturday, Oct. 1, at 8 p.m.

Premier Concerts presents Jackson Browne Solo Acoustic Tour – Saturday, Oct. 8, at 8 p.m.

Ticket To Ride: A Complete Beatles Tribute – Friday, Oct. 14, at 8 p.m.

The Charlie Daniels Band – Saturday, Oct. 15, at 8 p.m.

No Reservations: An Evening With Anthony Bourdain – Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 7:30 p.m.

Premier Concerts presents Pixies “Doolittle World Tour” – Saturday, Oct. 29, at 8 p.m.

“In The Heights” – Friday, Nov. 4, at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 5, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Let Freedon Ring – Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30

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Bobby Vinton: Live in Concert – Saturday, Nov. 12, at 8 p.m.

Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and the Connecticut Lyric Opera present Jacques Offenbach’s Les Contes D’Hoffmann – Saturday, Nov. 19, at 8 p.m.

Bing Crosby’s Christmas Spectacular – Saturday, Nov. 26, at 4 p.m.

Jigsaw Jones: The Case of The Class Clown – Thursday, Dec. 1, at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

Waterbury Chorale presents “Christmas at The Pal-

ace” – Saturday, Dec. 3, at 8 p.m.

Woodbury Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” – Saturday, Dec. 17, at 4 p.m.

The State Ballet Theatre of Russia presents “Swan Lake” – Wednesday, Dec. 21, and Thursday, Dec. 22, at 7:30 p.m.

Shen Yun Performing Arts – Monday, Dec. 26, Thursday, Dec. 29, and Friday, Dec. 30, at 7:30 p.m.

Clifford The Big Red Dog™ Live! – Saturday, Jan. 7, at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.

“Mamma Mia!” – Friday, Jan. 20, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 21, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and

Sunday, Jan. 22, at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

About the Palace Theater The Palace Theater’s primary purpose is to revitalize the Greater Waterbury community through the presentation of the performing arts and educational initiatives in collaboration with area cultural and educational institutions. Its mission is to build a strong sense of community and an appreciation for the arts by operating, maintaining and sustaining itself as a financially

viable not-for-profit performing arts center that generates a positive artistic, educational, social and financial impact on the Greater Waterbury area.

For more information, visit www.palacetheaterct.org.

The Palace Theater gratefully acknowledges the support of Bank of America, Comcast, Crystal Rock, City of Waterbury, Connecticut Commission on Culture and Tourism, Naugatuck Savings Bank, Republican-American, Waterbury Hospital, Webster Bank, and WTNH/MyTV9.

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Cheshire Fire Department Celebrating 100 Years

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fter nearly 10 years of discussions, meetings, and saving, plans are being finalized for the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Cheshire Fire Department. In the 100 years since its inception, the Fire Department has grown from the 27

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Following a devastating fire that destroyed the old Waverly Inn, or Scott’s Hotel, early in

the year 1912, a citizens meeting was held on February 13, 1912. This meeting was for the purpose of discussing the matter of adequate fire protection for the town. On February 27, 1912, a second meeting was held at which time the Cheshire Fire Department was organized. Officers were also installed at this meeting.

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September 2012: Firefighters Parade and Festival. A parade of fire departments from across the state will proceed from Highland School along Route 10, ending at Bartlem Recreation Area at the annual

Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival. Food and activities will continue until trophies are awarded to marching units.

Fireworks will then conclude the evening’s festivities.

For information about either of these special commemorative events, call the 100th Anniversary Committee of the Cheshire Fire Department, Inc., at (203) 272-1828, ext.

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Cheshire Garden Club Members Cultivate Community Projects

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he Cheshire Garden Club is involved in many community-oriented projects and activities in which you may have an interest.

Have you thought about joining an organization such as ours where you can share your interest in gardening or floral design?

Or in bird-watching or environment-friendly conservation practices? Or in photographing our monthly award-winning gardens in town? Or in going on garden tours with us here in Connecticut? Or in making lovely boutique crafts for our Annual Holiday Luncheon fundraiser at The Aqua Turf Club? Or in hearing promiment program speakers at our monthly meetings on diverse gardening-related topics? Or in helping engage the elderly at convalescent centers and make small craft items with them?

Our club has male and female members who all share similar interests and hobbies. Why don’t you come to one of our meetings, usually held on the first Monday of the month, at 10 a.m. Give Grace a call at (203) 272-6239. She’ll help you with any questions you might have about our group. We’d love to hear from you and hope to see you at one of our upcoming meetings.

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Fall Perfect Time To Start Backyard Pool Project

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any times, we are contacted toward the end of the swimming season as to when the best time is to change a swimming pool liner or begin a new in-the-ground pool project. The fall is an excellent time to take a look and plan for what you want to have in place for the next summer season.

One advantage to fall pool construction is that the temperature has cooled. Also, you are not dealing with the rainy spring season which can not only delay construction because of the rain but also delay your project because of higher water tables that can leave your yard inaccessible for days to weeks.

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Bargains Aplenty For Fall Shoppers continued from page 8 coats, and scarves. They’re also cutting prices on the last of summer apparel. This is the perfect time to stock up on some summer basics to use next season. Parents may want to calculate the sizes their children will wear next season and load up on basics, such as swimsuits and shorts.

Automobiles and Boats: Dealerships are making room on their lots for the new model year. Therefore, come October, they’re looking to liquidate their stock of the current model year, benefitting consumers as a result. Keep in mind that you will have to choose among current stock, so you may have to compromise on colors and accessories available.

This time of year can also be ideal for buying a boat, as marine experts say that the offseason is the time to get deals on boats. Late November is a good time to start browsing for a boat. The lowest prices may come in the winter, however.

Outdoor hobbies: September and October can be

good months to purchase a new bicycle, as the outdoor recreation season tends to wane in the late autumn.

This is also a good time to stock up on fishing poles and lures.

Shop around to see if there is the opportunity to score low prices on campers, tents, inflatable mattresses, outdoor sporting equipment, and other items that are associated with having fun in the sun. It’s likely stores will be looking to reduce their inventory on these products.

Real Estate: Many people list their homes in the spring so that they get steady traffic from people spending warmweather days shopping for their next homes. Come the autumn, if a property is still on the market or was just listed, there’s a possibility that the seller will be motivated to sell at a lower price. Few people want to go through the hassle of moving when the weather is cold or right in the middle of the holiday season. October is a prime month for negotiating a lower price

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pricing, the ease of landscaping in the fall, (great time for growing your lawn), and less stress as you are not under the gun to have the pool up and running right away.

If you are thinking of renovating your pool or have put off well needed repairs the fall is a great time to consider undertaking the project. Since you are not swimming, there is no down time while your pool is being repaired, whereas, if you repair in the spring, you may be delayed and have some time when your pool is not usable. With the economy the way it has been many have put off their projects but with swimming recreation consum-

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Finally, keeping safety in mind, consider using a Safety Cover for your winter pool closing. Always keep an eye out for children and pets around the pool area no matter what season. If you empty your pool it does not mean the pool is safe.

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‘Annie’ Singing And Dancing At Seven Angels

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Evangeline Bonet plays the title role in the family-favorite musical “Annie” at Seven Angels Theatre in Waterbury September 9–18.

For information about the 2011– 12 Entertainment Season, visit www.sevenangelstheatre.org.

he don’t-miss family favorite musical “Annie” is coming to Seven Angels Theatre, September 9–18. “Annie” kicks off the Seven Angels Theatre 2011–12 Entertainment Season, which will also include Mainstage shows, comedy nights, and special musical events.

Featuring a great local cast, “Annie,” a Tony Award winning musical, has many memorable songs and is great entertainment for the entire family.

“Annie” is a musical based on the popular Harold Gray comic strip “Little Orphan Annie,” with music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin, and the book by Thomas Meehan. The original Broadway production opened in 1977 and ran for nearly six years. It spawned numerous productions in many countries, as well as national tours, and won the Tony Award for Best Musical. The musical’s songs “Tomorrow” and “It’s the Hard-Knock Life” are

among its most popular musical numbers.

Tickets are on sale now and are $25 and $20 for season subscribers and only $12 for students.

Some of the proceeds from “Annie” will help support WATR’s Sunshine Fund. For student or season subscriber discounts, please stop in or call the box office at (203) 7574676.

Performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Seven Angels Theatre is located on Plank Road in Waterbury, minutes off I-84, with plenty of free parking. For tickets, call the box office at (203) 757-4676 or visit online at SevenAngelsTheatre.org.

Cast: Theresa Amico- adult ensemble Gloria Antonios- adult ensemble Rachel Bernabe- orphan Evangeline Bonet- Annie Stephanie Brown- adult ensemble

Courtney Chute- Lily St. Regis Tom Chute- FDR Tessa Coleman- Pepper Sara Coombs- Grace Farrell Cheryl DiRollo- adult ensemble Abbey Elias- adult ensemble Lauren Elias- adult ensemble Richard Fogg- adult ensemble Jeannine Gallmeyer- Miss Hannigan Mia Giordano- orphan Kathleen Hamel- orphan Jenna Iacona- Molly Veronica Johnson- orphan Marina Kolitsas- orphan Nicole Kolitsas- Tessie Daniele Langan- orphan Don Leona- Burt Healy/ Bundles/adult ensemble Doreen Lopez- adult ensemble Diane Magas- adult ensemble Meric Martin- Rooster Debra O’Connell- adult ensemble Melissa Anne Pilarski- Startto-Be/adult ensemble

Isabella Pinto- orphan Isabella Riccio- orphan Nathan Rodriguez- adult ensemble Gary Rosengrant- adult ensemble Lori Sills- adult ensemble Laura Solocius- adult ensemble Steve Sorreiro- adult ensemble Sherry Sowinski- adult ensemble Chuck Stango- Daddy Warbucks Charlie Swan- orphan Robert Tansley- adult ensemble Christina Vlamis- Kate Brooke Weaver- orphan Rachel Weintraub- Duffy Tom Chute- Director Richard DeRosa- Musical Director Courtney Chute- Choreographer Erik Diaz- Set Designer Matt Guminski- Lighting Designer Carol Kaumbaros- Costume Designer

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Fall Favorites: Grange Fair, Roast Beef Dinner

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he Cheshire Grange Community Fair will be held this year on Saturday, Sept. 24 and Sunday, Sept. 25, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Grange Hall on Wallingford Road, one block behind Cheshire Town Hall.

The Roast Beef Dinner will be held on Sunday, Sept. 25, with seatings at 12:15 p.m. and

1:30 p.m. For more information or tickets, please call (203) 272-8255 or (203) 272-4620.

The proceeds from the Food Booth will again be used to implement the National Grange project, “Words For Thirds.”

In support of this project and in recognition that a good vocabulary is the foundation of a sound education, Cheshire

Grange will present a dictionary to every third-grader in Cheshire public schools.

Bargains will be available at Granny’s Attic and baked goods at the Sales Table. Items will be collected for our servicemen and women in Iraq and Afghanistan. The auction and gift basket drawing will be held on Sunday at 4 p.m.

Cheshire S.O.S.

(SUPPORTS OUR SOLDIERS) Will have a booth at the FALL FESTIVAL AND MARKET PLACE, September 10, 2011.

Fair Books are available at the following locations around Cheshire: •Cheshire Town Clerk’s Office, 84 South Main St. •R.W. Hine Ace Hardware, 231 Maple Ave. •Cheshire Public Library, 104 Main St. •The Notch Store, 905 Waterbury Rd. (Rt. 70); •One Stop Convenience Store, 914 South Main St. (Rt. 10) •Tower Farms, 1338 Highland Ave. (Rt. 10); •Carmody’s Vegetable Stand, Peck Lane •Dietrich Gardens, 1818

You can help our troops in 3 ways:

1. Children can make cards at our booth for the soldiers.

2. Monetary donations by Cash or Check. Checks can be made out to Cheshire S.O.S. and sent to Naugatuck Savings Bank, 218 Maple Avenue, Cheshire.

3. Donations of entertainment, food, toiletries and household items.

ENTERTAINMENT hackey sack balls books, magazines inspirational, but no religious books CDs, DVDs headphones writing paper/pens, pencils crossword puzzle/word search books playing cards/UNO checkers/chess poker chips/dice whiffle balls, nerf balls Frisbees

TOILETRIES feminine hygiene products trial size shampoo, conditioner, gel trial size deodorant cough drops Q-tips/cotton balls sunscreen bug spray /DEET bandaids trial size toothpaste toothbrush, combs, brushes nail clippers/files tissues shaving cream (no cans) Chapstick Purel Tylenol/Motrin/Advil

FOOD granola, nuts, cereal, instant oatmeal dry soup packets/Ramen noodles cookies-no chocolate or will melt beef jerky (no pork) coffee/tea, hot cocoa, powdered drinks hard candy/gum crackers, Fritos, pretzels, trail mix granola bars, power bars, cereal bars Chex mix, microwave popcorn gum/mints/gummy candy/Fruit Roll-ups NO PERISHABLE FOOD NO LIQUIDS IN GLASS

HOUSEHOLD Any patriotic knick-knacks: USA flags, state flags, bandanas, hats, caps sheets/pillow cases/blankets t-shirts (army tan or green) small flashlights socks (black, white, olive green) generic sunglasses laundry supplies alarm, small, wind-up or battery duct tape, small tool kits winter hats holiday decorations pocket calendars gel sole shoe inserts

*YOU MAY HAVE MANY OF THESE THINGS IN YOUR OWN HOME RIGHT NOW*

Please bring your donations to our booth at the FALL FESTIVAL AND MARKETPLACE Sept. 10 or BAGELICIOUS BAGELS at 945 South Main Street at any time.

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PLEASE HELP!! Donations that are needed:

Highland Ave. (Rt. 10); •Norton Bros. Orchard, 466 Academy Rd. (Rts. 68/70); •Sunny Acres Farm, 1392 Highland Ave. (Rt. 10).

For more information about the fair, call (203) 272-8255 or (203) 272-4620.

in an hour and work the muscles in the arms and shoulders effectively. For those prone to blisters, wear gloves and take frequent breaks.

Ideal insulation Leaves can insulate more than chipmunk nests. Rake some into bags to place around the perimeter of the home’s foundation for a little extra weatherproofing when . it’s cold. Surround outdoor garden containers to insulate the soil of delicate plants that

will overwinter outside or in the garage. Trees like palms or figs that need to be covered when it gets cold can get extra warmth from insulating bags of leaves.

Art projects Make home decor or art projects with some of the best leaves of the bunch. String leaves for autumn decorating garlands on mailboxes or around doors. Press leaves between waxed paper and iron lightly to make keepsakes.

Place leaves in between pieces of clear contact paper or laminating paper. Cut around the leaf design and punch a hole at the top for a hanging string.

Use as a bookmark, ornament or doorknob sign.

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Feel The Warmth Of A Superior Stone Fireplace

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nce again, Superior Stone and Fireplace group has carved out quite a niche in the fireplace industry. Owners Bill Mastrangelo and Scott Fielden have built one of the areas most amazing fireplace showrooms. It features over 30 fireplaces on display with floortoceiling stone work. You will be truly blown away.

The showroom is located at 3876 Whitney Ave. in Hamden.

Mastrangelo says, “Our fireplace division has truly taken off. We have a unique ability to design, build, and install.

With our expert carpenter and stone masons on staff, along with some of our wonderful designers, we create a focalpoint fireplace in our clients’

home. We do not just sell fireplaces, we create spaces that reflect the people who inhabit them; rooms where they can feel at peace and comfortable with friends and family.”

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Enjoy The Great Indoors By Hosting A Picnic Inside

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ho doesn’t love a picnic? The sun on your back, the birds chirping overhead, the wasps buzzing ... buzzing so close ... dangerously close, really. Oh boy. And where is that wine opener? You forgot the wine opener, huh?

OK, a picnic is not without its challenges. But picnic afficionados can borrow all the charm of a picnic, and leave the ants and weather woes behind, by hosting a picnicthemed dinner party indoors to celebrate the arrival of autumn.

Lifestyle expert and HGTV host Monica Pedersen says there are three things you need for successful entertaining, “Great food, great wine, and a great looking table.” A picnic party is no exception.

Let’s start with the food.

Because you’ve moved the picnic inside, you’ll have the resources to serve up more than just what fits in the cooler. Try a shrimp dish in a sweet sauce, like Grilled Shrimp Salsa Verde from Chef Colin Please call for corrections at 203-317-2308 after 5 pm call Crowley, Terlato Wines Ex203-317-2282 ecutive Chef.

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white wine, like Rutherford Hill Chardonnay. The wine’s subtle lemon aroma complements the sweetness of the shrimp, as well as the salsa verde flavoring.

“The crisp fresh herbs pair beautifully with the crispness of [the] Chardonnay,” says Pedersen.

Of course a picnic is all about the scenery, so if you give up the great outdoors for the comforts of home, you can’t skip out on ambience.

However, you also don’t have to spend a fortune on table de-

cor.

“Use items you already have in your own home,” says Pedersen. “Add stylish touches to a classic picnic with layered richly colored throw blankets as table linens, traditional woven picnic baskets, stylish black iron lanterns with candles, and greenery.”

Grab a few leafy branches from your backyard to fill a picnic basket for a floral-alternative centerpiece. Pedersen actually recommends staying away from flowers completely

because their fragrance could clash with the aromas from the wine and the flavor of the food.

Another fun touch? Pedersen recommends using wine corks as place card holders.

Just make a small slit lengthwise along the cork and slide in a name card. It’s a simple touch that’s much more personal than staking out a corner of a picnic blanket.

Whether you’re hosting in your dining room or out on your screened porch, Peder-

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You can do the same with your tables as well. Grab an outdoor side table and bring it inside to create a drink staSee PICNIC, page 19

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ortina Tile of Waterbury, in business since 1989, offers complete bathroom remodeling service to customers, from custom design to professional installation by owner Anthony J. Daddona and his skilled team members. There’s no need to

look any further, as we do our own in-house installations.

Or customers can come to our large showroom at 625 Wolcott Street in nearby Waterbury to purchase the materials they need in order to complete their own work, or hire it out to someone else.

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The showroom is filled with samples, choices, ideas, and a ‘can-do’ atmosphere, to assist you through your bathroom remodeling plans and completion.

Cortina offers a wide variety of products for any bathroom remodel job including custom marble and granite countertop fabrication, glass block and pavers, Floating Porcelain Flooring by Avaire, and a wide array of tile products from which to choose, just to name a few. They can also clean tile floors, clean the grout, and then seal it.

Call the showroom at (203) 757-4100 to ask for our hours, to set up an appointment to discuss your specific remodeling needs, or to just ask questions for which you need answers as you start planning your new bathroom. Cortina Tile is closed on Sunday and Monday but ready to serve you the remaining five days each week. Our professionals are fully licensed and insured in the state of Connecticut and we accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.

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Many Reasons Students Visit Villarina’s For Fresh Pasta, Choose Cheshire Academy Ravioli And More S

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illarina’s — we’re a little treasure hidden right near Town Hall. We can fill any orders, large or small. Come in for a visit and have a sample or two, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at what we can do.

From fresh pasta and ravioli to mochi ice cream, this litttle store called Villarina’s is more than it seems. We cater, do baskets, have stuffed breads galore, and there is always that wonderful aroma when you walk through the door. With the holidays approaching, come in and take a look, you’ll be amazed at what you can buy and not even have to cook. We look forward to seeing you.

We are open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and are located at 2 Town Center, Cheshire.

Have Fun At The Fall Festival!

tudents choose Cheshire Academy for many reasons. For some, it’s the small classes where it’s impossible to “get lost,” the opportunity to work with an advisor who helps them navigate their school years, or the chance to make a difference as a peer counselor, tour guide, or class officer. Others may be drawn

to our athletic program — our new athletic field and track opens in September! — or the drama program, which produces three plays as well as special performances by the acting classes. Still others have their sights set on college and want to take advantage of meeting more than 150 college representatives who visit cam-

pus each year.

Whatever the reason, Cheshire Academy has been helping motivated learners and creative thinkers prepare for their futures since 1794! We welcome anyone who thinks our community is right for them to contact our Admission Office at (203) 439-7250.

We’re waiting to meet you!

Picnic Theme Fun For A Fall Party continued from page 17 tion. Set up bottles of wine and soda, some glasses, and redand-white checkered paper napkins, in keeping with the picnic theme, so that guests can help themselves to refreshments.

After dinner, round up your guests for an evening stroll because, after a nice picnic dinner, nothing beats a little fresh autumn air.

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For the Shrimp: Coat shrimp with oil and season with salt and pepper.

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For the Salsa Verde: Combine all ingredients and pulse in a food processor. Spoon Salsa Verde over warm shrimp and serve.

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            

    

 

   