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Special Edition for January 11, 2011 Showcasing Valley Businesses that would love to meet and greet you in 2011! We salute them for their community spirit! For Sale: 2007 Chevy Impala, clean, 32,000 miles, like new. $11,900. Call Cahill’s Motorcars, 860-653-0840. Rt. 10 Granby, CT. www.cahillsmotorcars.com. Simsbury and East Granby: 1 and 2-bedroom apartments for rent. Please call Fish Enterprises for more information, 860-677-1381. Deadbolts: and doorknobs, locks and keys, that’s my business, and I aim to please. Door closers, door knockers, even safes, too. No need to fuss, because I’ll come to you. Lic. #560129. 24-hour emergency service. Lock, Stock & Barrel Locksmithing, Simsbury, 860-658-0542. Accountant: 10 plus years experience managing finances for small towns. Seeking full or part time employment, per diem or with benefits; temp or perm. References available. Call 860-985-8377.

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Mobile Pet Groomer: Aussie Pet Mobile seeks energetic, organized, reliable, animal lover. Great work ethic, people skills and customer service a must. Clean driving record required. Experienced groomer preferred but we'll train the right person. Call Rick 860-673-3920. For Sale: Armoire, Colonial, like new. Reddish, fits Computer (board pulls out) or Large TV, 44” x 75,” $350. Call 860-202-4519. Canton Auto Exchange: Auto Exchange winterization special. Complete winter check with lube, oil, filter, $29.95 with this ad. Includes checking brakes, tires, antifreeze, hoses, belts, battery, etc. Call 860-693-9922. Attention Artists!: Autumn Light Studio & Gallery in Avon is looking for 3-dimensional artists that would be willing to submit work on a consignment basis. Visit www.autumnlightstudio.com or call 860-674-9869.

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FOR SALE: Black textured, vinylcoated Kenmore refrigerator. 36x72. 2-door with ice-maker. A few nicks, otherwise in good running condition, very clean. $225. bob@webbooksct.com, 860-670-3326. Affordable Housecleaning: Bonded, insured since 1995. 20% off second cleaning for first time customers. Free estimates. Sandy, Morawski Cleaning, LLC. 860-651-4601. Need Financial Advice?: Call Keith Deyo, a certified Financial Planner™ serving Massachusetts and Connecticut. Free, no obligation consultation. 413-998-3075. DVDs: CDs and LPs: Most $.99$6.99. Buy 3; get 1 free. Stop by Trading Post at our new location across from Canton Citgo. 860-693-4679.

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Firewood, Tree Work: Experienced, equipped and insured. Call Ray's Firewood, 860-716-4834. Alterations: Expert tailoring done professionally. Over 20 years experience. Meral's Tailoring & Alterations, SimsburyTown Shops, lower level, Simsbury. 860-217-1924. David Litchfield Building & Remodeling: Feel comfortable knowing your family and property are in sound, experienced hands. We bring quality & creativity to a Minor remodel, or whole-house, renovation, free 1 hour consultation, 860-243-0799. lic#HIC 00559131 Seniors Helping Seniors: Feeling overwhelmed? Let our friendly, compassionate seniors provide you with the help you need to stay at home. Cooking, light housekeeping, errands, companionship, transportation, overnights etc. Insured. Screened. BBB accredited. Lisashs@cox.net. or Call 860-716-2017. Firewood: for sale, seasonal hardwood, multiple cord discounts. Call Brian, 860-883-9048.

Where Children Come First Quality learning and child care at affordable rates Hourly, Daily or Weekly Serving Children and Families since 1976 6 weeks thru 8 years Our age appropriate programs feature the Connecticut Preschool Curriculum and the “Letter People” Lunch, snacks, field trips, swim lessons, specials and more with no additional fees

40 West Avon Road, Avon 860-673-0155 Bankruptcy Attorney: File for Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy protection. Limited time cost for Chapter 7, $1,299. Stop foreclosures and eliminate debt. We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code. Email attygc@gmail.com for appointment or call Attorney Gene Cohen, 860-560-2400. Exerciser: Foldaway strider w/heart-monitor. Seldom used. Measures 55”x28”x18”. When folded, 12”deep. Weighs 44 lbs. $70. Call 860-673-6761. Seamstress/Alterations: For a busy West Hartford Bridal Store. Experience in finer silks and designer wedding alterations is required. Run your alterations business out out of our beautiful salon. For more details call 860-233-1203 (Irene).

Therapeutic Bodywork: For relief of stress and pain, recovering from injuries, improvement of sleep and general well being. Treatments include massage, craniosacral therapy, re-connective healing and many others. Call Nayana Reist - Licensed Massage Therapist CT#004995. 860-690-3112. Office: 540 Hopmeadow St., Simsbury CT. www.nayanasbodywork.com. therapeuticbody@gmail.com. FOR SALE: Ethan Allen, light green/gray fabric living room chair with wooden legs, Navajo style pattern. High rounded back. Very good condition. Can e-mail picture. $225. Call Bob 860-670-3326, bob@webbooksct.com. Found: Found: Silver Charm at McLean Game Refuge. Call to describe. 860-212-0186

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Recent Real Estate SALES 45 Junior Rd, Farmington, CT Single Family Sold on: 11/24/2010 $210,000 134 Tunxis Vlg UNIT 134, Farmington, CT Condo Sold on: 11/23/2010 $255,000 37 Granview Dr. APT A, Farmington, CT Condo Sold on: 11/22/2010 $84,000 17 Waterville Rd, Farmington, CT Single Family Sold on 11/15/2010 $555,000

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Uncontested divorce: Full representation in court. Please call Alexander Rosenzweig, Attorney-at-law, Monday through Sunday, 10am-9pm. Attorney's fee, $600. Court filing fee, $300. Sheriff's fee, $45. Simple bankruptcy, $899. Simple Will, $100. Real estate transactions. Reasonable. 860-586-8891, or 860-568-8871. Antique Lighting Restoration: Full-service sales and repair business at Old Lamps & Things in Avon. Need lighting? Choose from 330+ restored/rewired pieces. Have a lamp that needs repair, wiring conversion or custom work? Contact Cheryl for appointment. 860-655-6507. Seamstress/Alterations: For a busy West Hartford Bridal Store. Experience in finer silks and designer wedding alterations is required. Run your alterations business out of our beautiful salon. For more details call 860-233-1203 (Irene). DUMP RUNS: Furniture, appliances, garages, attics, junk, construction debris, fallen trees. Whole-house clean outs. Save money. We remove your unwanted items. Snowplowing: one-time plows available. Fast service, 7 days a week. Granby, Simsbury, Avon, Farmington areas. Call Scott's Discount Hauling. 860-716-0555.

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Prince of Fall cleaning: Gutters hand-cleaned, rinsed, $50-plus. Windows cleaned in/out, $7 each. Siding handcleaned, $175-plus. Carpet removal, $80/room. Wood and kitchen floors machine-cleaned, $70. Carpets shampooed, then steam-cleaned, $35/room. Dump runs, $80/truckload. Insured. Josh Langdon, 860-922-4621. Therapeutic Massage: helps w/ healing minor injuries and relieving the wear and tear from your fitness program. $10 off first visit with ad. Competitive rates; package discounts available. Gift certificates. Health & Bodyworks, located in Simsbury and West Hartford. License #005409. 860-716-7090. Artwork: Home portraits, done in pen & ink or watercolor. Visit www.woodlandspiritart.com for details or call for information. Portfolio available. Sally 860-977-9340.

Guitar repair: I can make your instrument play to its full potential. Expert repairs, restorations, customizing on most stringed instruments. Over 35 years experience. All work guaranteed. For an appointment call Ron Bolduc's Fretwerks, 860-916-8027. Home: improvement/landscaping contractor. Specializing in design/installation/maintenance of all landscaping and home improvement needs. Fall cleanups/aeration/overseeding/gutter cleaning. Decks, walks, walls, patios. Bathroom, kitchen, basement remodeling. Tile/hardwood flooring. Interior painting, siding. Harvey windows/doors. John Little. License #622289. 518-361-9016, 860-658-5574. Creeture Comforts: In-home pet sitting, small-group doggie daycare and home-like canine boarding. Call Elayne Cree at 860-651-7773.

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Remodeling: George Mattingly, Contractor. Since 1985. Specializing in additions, kitchens, baths, roofs, decks, all phases. Fully insured, HIC License# 062557. North Granby, CT. 860-844-8596 or 860-995-1225. Countertops Built: Installed with a craftsman's pride by Scott's Cassin's Custom Countertops. We are your reliable local fabricator for Corian, Formica, Wilsonart & more. Attention to detail, honest value, no gimmicks. Visit our factory & showroom at the Tariffville Mill, Simsbury. 860-218-3010 or scottscustomcountertops.com. Miret's Painting: Interior, exterior, power washing - low prices. Free estimates. Licensed and insured. Call 860-798-7113, or 860-404-2301. References provided.

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WANTED - KETTLEBELLS: Looking for singles or a set. from 25 - 55lbs. Call Darcy 860-462-8091, darcystonge@gmail.com. Buying: Jewelry, old/new, gold, silver & old costume. Specializing in antique and vintage jewelry/ accessories, beads, handbags and hats. Also buying antiques, old collectibles, coins, old books, stamps, etc. Any condition. Over 16 years experience. Top prices paid! Call TJewels 860-693-6740. Minuteman Furniture Restoration: Kitchen cabinets and fine furniture refinished. Heirloom antiques professionally preserved. Larger projects welcome. 860-653-4341. Treework: logging, land clearing, firewood, dump runs and scrap removal. Pete Nicolle, CT lic. #000567. logger444@gmail. com. Call 24/7, 860-712-8583. Photography: Looking to NOT have to play photographer at your wedding or next special event? Let me worry about the picture taking so you can enjoy yourself! Lots of experience, great with people. Portfolio available. I also do student yearbook portraits. Call 860-305-6157, or email sha_may@cox.net.

Recent Real Estate SALES 7 Sycamore Ln, Unionville, CT Single Family Sold on 11/12/2010 $515,000 9 Long Ridge Ct, Unionville, CT Single Family Sold on 11/9/2010 $ 681,000 29 Bradford Walk UNIT 29, Farmington, CT Condo Sold on: 11/9/2010 $380,000

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Antique Wheeler & Wilson Sewing Machine: made in Bridgeport, CT. Family heirloom. Has all parts for sewing, needs belt to wheel. $100, can email pictures. 860-471-0907.

Used Furniture of Canton: Mark, Holly and Eddie da Puggle welcome you to USED FURNITURE OF CANTON. In addition to the great used, vintage and antique furniture that arrives daily, we're introducing the CHIC Furniture Collection. New, unique pieces that you won't find in your neighbors home, made by environmentally conscious companies. We guarantee you'll be pleasantly surprised. Check www. usedfurnitureofcanton.com for more info. Open Mon-Sat, 11-5 and Sun 11-4. 238 Albany Tpke., Rt. 44 Canton. 860-693-9455.

Computer Repair: on-site upgrades, repairs, installs, cleaning, spyware and virus removal. flexible hours, Martin at Red Oak Tech. 860-913-0595 Stevens Electrical Company: Over 20 years serving the Farmington Valley. Commercial/residential, remodeling, service/repair, computer/ cable, site lighting & design. 860-651-7600. HERBALIFE: Lose Weight Now, Ask Me How! This Year, Lose The Weight For Good! Feel Fit, Look Great. herbalwellnessforlife.com 860-674-1017.

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Week’s BEST Last Laugh In a London cemetery Here lies the body Of Margaret Bent She kicked up her heels And away she went.

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CAHILL’S MOTORCARS INC. “Car of the Week”

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860-653-0840 • Rt. 10, Granby, CT • www.cahillsmotorcars.com Prenatal Yoga: Prepare and strengthen your body for birth with yoga, breathing exercises, and meditation. Flexibility, strength, mindfulness, and confidence will grow with each class. Moms-to-be will connect with their babies as well as other moms to be. Classes are appropriate for new and experienced yogis. Jill Hebert, a CYT and certified prenatal yoga instructor, brings her love of yoga and this special time in a mom's life. Thurs. 6-7:15pm, Jan. 20-March 10. $98/8 sessions or $14 per session. 860-676-9599. CASH: paid for newer, wrecked cars and trucks, running or not. Licensed auto recycler. Stewarts Used Auto Parts. 860-379-7541, 1-800-726-0871. Coins: Paper money, collectibles bought, sold and appraised for over 40 years. Call Bob Kevorkian for appointment. 860-658-1344.

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FOR SALE: Pine coffee table, 48x20, dark stain with natural cottage/cabin look. $25, bob@webbooksct.com. 860-670-3326, Can email pic. Please Pass the table Manners: Prepare your child for the holidays with this fun class over a delicious 3-course meal at First & Last Tavern. Ages 6-12 will learn good table manners. $45. January 15, 4:30-6pm. Over The Moon, 860-676-9599. Custom Woodworking: Professional cabinetmaker building custom cabinets, built-ins, bookcases, entertainment center and furniture. Custom-built to your design or mine, with quality to last a lifetime. Impressive portfolio and excellent references. www.petruntidesign.com Licensed and insured. Bill Petrunti, 860-953-5332.

Love is in The Crier

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FOR SALE: Square, light birch 30 x 30 coffee table with beveled glass top, slatted wooden shelf. $25. 860-670-3326, Can email pic. bob@webbooksct.com. Don't: replace windows or add ugly storms, Magnetite them. The affordable option to replacement windows. Optically clear, acrylic windows mounted magnetically inside. Specializing in historic homes and condos. Registration #554796. clearview-systems.com. Call Clear View Systems, 860-653-0500.

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Brazilian Blowout: Shades Above is a proud Brazilian Blowout certified salon. Have your treatment done with 100% filtered air. OSHA certified salon. The only professional smoothing treatment that improves the health of your hair. www.shadesabove.net. Jackie, 860-916-4894. Simsbury Tire & Auto: Simsbury Tire & Auto Center has been providing excellent service to our customers for over 22 years. We not only sell and repair tires, but provide a full range of maintenance and repairs to your vehicles. Dave Pelletier and his staff of highly trained technicians will be glad to assist you in a moment's notice. We are open Mon.-Fri., 7:30-5:00. www.simsburytire.com, 1260 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury. 860-658-2233.

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Week’s BEST Fun Puns Next Time you are waiting in line at the airport, for a tsa pat-down, and recognize a friend of yours named Jack, don’t yell out “Hi, Jack!”

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Week’s BEST Last Laugh Beneath this stone, a lump of clay, Lies stingy Jimmy Wyatt. Who died one morning just at ten And saved a dinner by it.

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New Movie Releases — Opening January 12, 2011 — Hood to Coast Documentary follows four unlikely teams on their epic journey to conquer the world’s largest relay race across 197 miles.

— Opening January 14, 2011 — The Dilemma Vince Vaughn, Kevin James, Jennifer Connelly and Winona Ryder star in a comedy about friendship, fidelity and secrets. The Green Hornet Seth Rogen stars as rich playboy Britt Reid who joins forces with the talented Kato to fight the criminal underworld as masked heroes.

Ong Bak 3 Thai action superstar Tony Jaa must face a supernatural enemy in the third installment of the epic martial arts series. o n l i n e at t h e va l l e y c r i e r . c o m

Piano Tuning and Repairs: State of the art service. Registered member of the Piano Technicians Guild. Over 25 years of extensive concert and residential experience. Mention this ad for $10 discount. Email Ray Zeiner, pianoray@comcast.net or call 860-651-0836. Hypnosis: Stop smoking, alcohol abuse, self-sabotaging habits, depression, anxiety, stress, weight issues, allergies, insomnia, panic attacks limiting beliefs, improve health Ö. more..Offering Dr. Eric Pearl's Reconnective Healing Nishanto Kane, certified Ericksonian Hypnotist Master, NLP Practitioner, Reconnection Practitioner www.minddesigning.net. 860-658-9678.

FOR SALE: Square, light birch 30 x 30 coffee table with beveled glass top, slatted wooden shelf. $25. 860-670-3326, bob@webbooksct.com. Can email pic. Estate Liquidations: The Kensington Company has been assisting realtors and private clients liquidate entire or partial contents of homes for 33 years. Estate sales, appraisals, references. For information, please call Mr. Sean Mahoney, 860-978-6743. Appliances: washer, dryer, refrigerator, glass top stove, small microwave. Twin beds, dressers, night stand, all good condition. All must go. 860-844-8318. Climate-Controlled Self Storage: The only humidity-controlled storage in the Farmington Valley. West Street Storage, Simsbury. 860-988-0002.

Week’s BEST Fune-mails

Barney’s Version Paul Giamatti stars as a seemingly ordinary man who candidly recounts the highs and lows of his extraordinary life.

Snow Plowing, dump runs, hauling: Reasonable, reliable & professional. Root’s Lawn Service 860-614-0563

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BUYING: Why sell for less? We at Gallery One buy old books, old costume/gold/antique jewelry, postcards, paintings, coins, stamps, silver antiques, estates, etc. Any condition. 25+ years experience. Call Ed or Tami 860-658-1191 or email tami.z@resourcebooks.net. Mobile Pet Groomer: Aussie Pet Mobile seeks energetic, organized, reliable, animal lover. Great work ethic, people skills and customer service a must. Clean driving record required. Experienced groomer preferred but we’ll train the right person. Call Rick 860-673-3920. Canton Auto Exchange: Auto Exchange winterization special. Complete winter check with lube, oil, filter, $29.95 with this ad. Includes checking brakes, tires, antifreeze, hoses, belts, battery, etc. Call 860-693-9922.

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Farmington Continuing Education

Town Hall – Lower Level 1 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032 Phone: (860) 404-0290 • Fax: (860) 404-0294 Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Website: www.fpsct.org/fce e-mail: continuinged@fpsct.org

Enrichment & Basic Education Class offerings Registrations are currently being taken for over 300 enrichment classes to be held this winter/spring. Classes will be offered in arts & crafts, college preparations, computers & technology, cooking, financial & business, fitness, games & hobbies, kids corner, home & garden, ed2go online courses, languages, literature, mind & body, music & dance, nature & outdoors, personal development, pet care, and trips. View our catalog or register online at www.fpsct.org/fce.

Register early – classes fill-up quickly! Basic adult education classes in ABE, GED, ESL and citizenship will be held starting the week of January 24, 2011. These classes are FREE for residents of Avon, Burlington, Canton, Collinsville, Farmington, Harwinton and Unionville. Bring a photo ID and proof of residency to registration. Allow up to 2 hours for registration and assessment testing. Registration and assessment testing is required for ALL new students and will be held as follows:

Wednesday, January 19 (evening)

6 p.m. at Farmington High School (Room 810) Additional registrations will be held on Mondays, January 24, 31, & February 7

Thursday, January 20 (daytime)

10 a.m. at Farmington Library- Upstairs Additional registrations will be held on Tuesdays, January 25, February 1, 8 January 11, 2011

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CReeture

LaSt Week tO Save!

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After Christmas Sale Save 20-50% OFF SaLe eNDS Sunday Jan. 16

Ornaments • Garlands • Candles Snowmen • Wreaths Stockings & More! Radko • Dept. 56 • AnnaLee Dolls

Byers Choice • Jim Shore

Out with the Old, In with the New!!

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• All Sales Final • • Previous Sales Excluded • SaLe eNDS Sunday Jan. 16 Family Owned and Operated

Open Tues-Sat 9:30-5:30 • Sun 12-5 • ClOsed Mondays 383 Salmon Brook St., Rt. 10 & 202, Granby, CT 06035 860-653-3433 www.oldmillpondvillage.com It’s A Shopper’s Dream You Won’t Forget...Come See For Yourself!

Serving the Farmington Valley

January 12, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Business Program: Making your Website Mobile Friendly. Speaker: Liz Martinez. Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St., 860-658-7663, www.simsburylibrary.info. Free but registration required. January 12 - January 23 Tony Award Winning Play “Art” at Playhouse on Park. Playhouse on Park presents the comedy, “Art” by Yasmina Reza. From beginning to end, Art is a dazzling array of crackling language and a witty and intelligent exploration of the complexities of friendship and a provocative and profound debate about the rules that dictate art. It won the Olivier Award and the Tony Award for best play. Playhouse on Park is located at 244 Park Road, West Hartford. www.playhouseonpark.org or 860-523-5900 x10. 36

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• In-home pet sitting while you’re away • Weekday dog walks while you’re at work • Home-like canine boarding • Doggy day care, summer day camp • House sitting services, including sleep overs • Care for all types of pets

www.creeturecomforts.com • 860-651-7773 Elayne Cree • Bonded, insured, NAPPS certified

Attention Artists!: Autumn Light Studio & Gallery in Avon is looking for 3-dimensional artists that would be willing to submit work on a consignment basis. Visit www.autumnlightstudio.com or call 860-674-9869. FOR SALE: Black textured, vinylcoated Kenmore refrigerator. 36x72. 2-door with ice-maker. A few nicks, otherwise in good running condition, very clean. $225. 860-670-3326, bob@webbooksct.com. Affordable Housecleaning: Bonded, insured since 1995. 20% off second cleaning for first time customers. Free estimates. Sandy, Morawski Cleaning, LLC. 860-651-4601. DONATE: your car or truck for fire department extrication courses. Stewart’s Auto, 860-379-7541.

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Need Financial Advice?: Call Keith Deyo, a certified Financial Planner™ serving Massachusetts and Connecticut. Free, no obligation consultation. 413-998-3075. DVDs: CDs and LPs: Most $.99$6.99. Buy 3; get 1 free. Stop by Trading Post at our new location across from Canton Citgo. 860-693-4679. CAKE DECORATING: Classes and birthday parties are the perfect winter activity for your child. Visit us at cakegypsy.com for our class schedule. Also accepting orders for custom cakes and cupcakes. Cake Gypsy 860-335-0510. Caregivers Wanted: CNAs, HHAs and Companions for growing homecare company. Full-time and part-time positions available for reliable and competent aides. Assignments in Simsbury, Avon, Canton and surrounding areas. Call Jim - ComForcare Senior Services, 860-409-0455. (860) 409-0455.

Calendar January, Mondays 2 - 3 p.m. Free Internet for Beginners classes Mondays in January (except January 17), Simsbury Public Library. For more information or to register call 860-658-7663 or visit www.simsburylibrary.info January 13, 2 - 4 p.m. Internet Job Search Strategies. Speaker: Dr. Marcia LaReau. Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St., 860-658-7663, www.simsburylibrary.info. Free but registration required.

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January 14, 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Microsoft Excel Basics for Business – Create a Simple Worksheet. Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St., 860-658-7663,www.simsburylibrary.info. Free but registration required.

WINTER DE-ICING PRODUCTS

January 18, 9 - 11 a.m. LinkedIn for Job Seekers-Setting Up a Profile, Making Job Connections and Searching for Openings. Simsbury Public Library. Program is free but seating is limited. Register at 860-658-7663 or www.simsburylibrary.info. January 18, 7:30 p.m. The Avon Arts Association monthly meeting. Avon Town Hall, Avon Room, Building #1. Free artist painting demo by Jim Decesare. Refreshments. Public welcome. A workshop is offered on Saturday, January 22 for all interested. Info available at the meeting. January 21, 8 - 10 p.m. Friends of the Simsbury Public Library Music Series: Patti Rothberg - Alternative/Pop, Friday, January 21, 8:00-10:00 pm. Program is free and open to the public but registration is requested. For more information or to register call 860-658-7663 or visit www.simsburylibrary.info January 28, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Free LinkedIn for Business- Discussion Group & Work Session. Simsbury Public Library. No registration required. 860-658-7663 or www.simsburylibrary.info

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For the best prices around paralelled with outstanding customer service you can count on getting it done at Dunning Sand & Gravel 105 Brickyard Road Farmington, CT 06032 SAND & GRAVEL 860.677.1616 Quality Washed Sand Sales Direct: 860.989.8081 & Stone Since 1917

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Fireplace Glass Enclosures

Tiffany Nail Spa Winter Special $35

In Stock & Custom • Select from 40 finishes

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Manicure/Pedicure Reg. with paraffin treatment $42 & hot stone massage

Body Waxing: Full leg w/bikini $80 and get FREE Manicure/Pedicure Half leg reg. $30, Special $20 We do Silk Nails & Nail Tips

Gift Certificates Available We provide exceptional pampering services! 244 Farms Village Rd., West Simsbury • 860-651-7734 Tues.-Fri. 9:30-7, Sat. 9:30-6:30, Sun. 10-6

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Remodeling • Service/Repair Computer/Cable • Site Lighting • Design

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Weather Tuesday 1/11/2011 Mostly Cloudy and breezy. High 34˚. Low 22˚. Wednesday 1/12/2011 Mostly cloudy. High 34˚. Low 19˚. Thursday 1/13/2011 Thursday Increasing amounts of sunshine. High 33˚. Low 15˚. Friday 1/14/2011 A day full of sunshine. High 31˚. Low 16˚. Saturday 1/15/2011 Sunshine and patchy clouds. High 33˚. Low 16˚. Sunday 1/16/2011 Overcast with a flurry. High 35˚. Low 20˚. Monday 1/17/2011 Wintry mix to rain. High 45˚. Low 29˚. 38

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974 Silas Deane Highway 65 Albany Turnpike (Rt. 44) 860-563-1000 860-693-0436 www.newenglandpatioandhearth.com

Remodeling: George Mattingly, Contractor. Since 1985. Specializing in additions, kitchens, baths, roofs, decks, all phases. Fully insured, HIC License# 062557. North Granby, CT. 860-844-8596 or 860-995-1225. Prince of Fall cleaning: Gutters hand-cleaned, rinsed, $50-plus. Windows cleaned in/out, $7 each. Siding handcleaned, $175-plus. Carpet removal, $80/room. Wood and kitchen floors machine-cleaned, $70. Carpets shampooed, then steam-cleaned, $35/room. Dump runs, $80/truckload. Insured. Josh Langdon, 860-922-4621. Therapeutic Massage: helps w/ healing minor injuries and relieving the wear and tear from your fitness program. $10 off first visit with ad. Competitive rates; package discounts available. Gift certificates. Health & Bodyworks, located in Simsbury and West Hartford. License #005409. 860-716-7090.

Artwork: Home portraits, done in pen & ink or watercolor. Visit www.woodlandspiritart.com for details or call for information. Portfolio available. Sally 860-977-9340. Home: improvement/landscaping contractor. Specializing in design/installation/maintenance of all landscaping and home improvement needs. Fall cleanups/aeration/overseeding/gutter cleaning. Decks, walks, walls, patios. Bathroom, kitchen, basement remodeling. Tile/hardwood flooring. Interior painting, siding. Harvey windows/doors. John Little. License #622289. 518-361-9016, 860-658-5574. Creeture Comforts: In-home pet sitting, small-group doggie daycare and home-like canine boarding. Call Elayne Cree at 860-651-7773.

Week’s BEST Fun Puns It was an emotional wedding. Even the cake was in tiers. To some - marriage is a word ... to others - a sentence.

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Heating Season is Here! Is your heating system ready to handle the upcoming winter? It will be, with a call to Beacon today! Now scheduling annual cleanings!

Call Beacon and SAVE! It’s not too late to replace your inefficient heating system. Call Beacon for a free quote TODAY!

Kids Yoga: Increase strength, flexibility, balance focus, self confidence--plus have a lot of fun. Children will be introduced to yoga with props, music, and a fun new theme each week! (Ages 3-6): 2-3 pm, Wed, Jan 19-Feb 9 or 10:15- 11:15 am, Thurs., Jan 20-Feb 10; $40. (Ages 4-7): 4-5pm, Thurs, Jan 20- Feb 10. (Ages 7-12): 5-6pm, Thurs, Jan 20-Feb 10, $40. Call Over the Moon at 860-676-9599 to register. Countertops Built: Installed with a craftsman’s pride by Scott’s Cassin’s Custom Countertops. We are your reliable local fabricator for Corian, Formica, Wilsonart & more. Attention to detail, honest value, no gimmicks. Visit our factory & showroom at the Tariffville Mill, Simsbury. 860-218-3010 or scottscustomcountertops.com.

Miret’s Painting: Interior, exterior, power washing - low prices. Free estimates. Licensed and insured. Call 860-798-7113, or 860-404-2301. References provided. Buying: Jewelry, old/new, gold, silver & old costume. Specializing in antique and vintage jewelry/ accessories, beads, handbags and hats. Also buying antiques, old collectibles, coins, old books, stamps, etc. Any condition. Over 16 years experience. Top prices paid! Call TJewels 860-693-6740.

Hairworks is welcoming and a great price for the awesome service and level of hairdressers they have there. They are always up to date on the latest trends and techniques and always listen to what I want done to my hair. If you want a new style or need help fixing up your old one, Hairworks will not disappoint you. Trust me, I am picky! My whole family goes there and they do a great job. - Paige Quandt of Granby CT

I really enjoy coming to Hairworks. Each of the girls seems to be devoted to their work. The friendliness between them and their clients is great. Each one has a really sweet attitude. - Rosemary of Westfield, MA

To see even more reviews about Hairworks Salon, visit our website and sign up on our facebook page. www.hairworkssalon.net 320 College Highway, Rt. 10 Southwick, MA

Minuteman Furniture Restoration: Kitchen cabinets and fine furniture refinished. Heirloom antiques professionally preserved. Larger projects welcome. 860-653-4341.

Just 1/2 mile North from Big Y Shopping Ctr.

413-569-0992

Week’s BEST Last Laugh

Week’s BEST Funnifieds TEXTER Wanted: Local salon needs super fast texter to do mails. No calls or emails please. LOST DOg: Black and white terrier. Never answers to the name Spot.

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BRECHUN PAINTING Interior & Exterior Painting Wallpaper Hanging & Removal • Handyman Services

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Licensed & Insured • References Available

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Don’t: replace windows or add ugly storms, Magnetite them. The affordable option to replacement windows. Optically clear, acrylic windows mounted magnetically inside. Specializing in historic homes and condos. Registration #554796. clearview-systems.com. Call Clear View Systems, 860-653-0500. Used Furniture of Canton: Mark, Holly and Eddie da Puggle welcome you to USED FURNITURE OF CANTON. In addition to the great used, vintage and antique furniture that arrives daily, we’re introducing the CHIC Furniture Collection. New, unique pieces that you won’t find in your neighbor’s home, made by environmentally conscious companies. We guarantee you’ll be pleasantly surprised. Check www. usedfurnitureofcanton.com for more info. Open Mon-Sat, 11-5 and Sun 11-4. 238 Albany Tpke., Rt. 44 Canton. 860-693-9455.

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Computer Repair: on-site upgrades, repairs, installs, cleaning, spyware and virus removal. Flexible hours, Martin at Red Oak Tech. 860-913-0595 Stevens Electrical Company: Over 20 years serving the Farmington Valley. Commercial/residential, remodeling, service/repair, computer/ cable, site lighting & design. 860-651-7600. Antique Wheeler & Wilson Sewing Machine: made in Bridgeport, CT. Family heirloom. Has all parts for sewing, needs belt to wheel. $100, can email pictures. 860-4710907. CASH: paid for newer, wrecked cars and trucks, running or not. Licensed auto recycler. Stewarts Used Auto Parts. 860-379-7541 or 1-800-726-0871. Coins: Paper money, collectibles bought, sold and appraised for over 40 years. Call Bob Kevorkian for appointment. 860-658-1344.

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Snow Plowing, dump runs, hauling: Reasonable, reliable & professional. Root’s Lawn Service 860-614-0563 Custom Woodworking: Professional cabinetmaker building custom cabinets, built-ins, bookcases, entertainment center and furniture. Custom-built to your design or mine, with quality to last a lifetime. Impressive portfolio and excellent references. www.petruntidesign.com Licensed and insured. Bill Petrunti, 860-953-5332. Wood Floors Refinished/ Carpets Cleaned: Questioning whether your wood floors really need sanding? Have existing finish cleaned, restored. Don’t steam clean, have carpets safely deep dry cleaned. Excellent results on pet stains, etc. Vinyl kitchen floors stripped/refinished. Upholstery cleaning available. Insured since 1977. William Agostinelli, 860-704-8486.

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Simsbury Tire & Auto: Simsbury Tire & Auto Center has been providing excellent service to our customers for over 22 years. We not only sell and repair tires, but provide a full range of maintenance and repairs to your vehicles. Dave Pelletier and his staff of highly trained technicians will be glad to assist you in a moment’s notice. We are open Mon.-Fri., 7:30-5:00. www.simsburytire.com, 1260 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury. 860-658-2233. FOR SALE: Square, light birch 30 x 30 coffee table with beveled glass top, slatted wooden shelf. $25. 860-670-3326, bob@webbooksct.com. Can email pic.

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Piano Tuning and Repairs: State of the art service. Registered member of the Piano Technicians Guild. Over 25 years of extensive concert and residential experience. Mention this ad for $10 discount. Email Ray Zeiner, pianoray@comcast.net or call 860-651-0836. Hypnosis: Stop smoking, alcohol abuse, self-sabotaging habits, depression, anxiety, stress, weight issues, allergies, insomnia, panic attacks limiting beliefs, improve health & more... Offering Dr. Eric Pearl’s Reconnective Healing. Nishanto Kane, certified Ericksonian Hypnotist Master, NLP Practitioner, Reconnection Practitioner 860-658-9678. www.minddesigning.net. Estate Liquidations: The Kensington Company has been assisting realtors and private clients liquidate entire or partial contents of homes for 33 years. Estate sales, appraisals, references. For information, please call Mr. Sean Mahoney, 860-978-6743.

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Climate-Controlled Self Storage: The only humidity-controlled storage in the Farmington Valley. West Street Storage, Simsbury. 860-988-0002. Tired of overpriced services?: Try Dave’s Discount Plumbing & Heating. Water heaters, gas logs, clogged drains, toilets & vanities, kitchen reconnects, anything involving plumbing. Always a discount for senior citizens! 860-653-3355. Open House: Valley Preschool Open House Saturday, Jan. 22, 9-11 a.m. (Snow date, Jan. 23, 1-3 p.m.) Applications available for 2011-12 for 3/4 year olds. First Congregational Church, 219 North Granby Road. For more information, contact Hillary at 860-413-9686. Appliances: washer, dryer, refrigerator, glass top stove, small microwave. Twin beds, dressers, night stand, all good condition. All must go. 860-844-8318. BUYING: Why sell for less? We at Gallery One buy old books, old costume/gold/antique jewelry, postcards, paintings, coins, stamps, silver antiques, estates, etc. Any condition. 25+ years experience. Call Ed or Tami 860658-1191 or email tami.z@ resourcebooks.net.

DONATE: your car or truck for fire department extrication courses. Stewart’s Auto, 860-379-7541.

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Seamstress/Alterations: For a busy West Hartford Bridal Store. Experience in finer silks and designer wedding alterations is required. Run your alterations business out of our beautiful salon. For more details call 860-233-1203 (Irene). Therapeutic Bodywork: For relief of stress and pain, recovering from injuries, improvement of sleep and general well being. Treatments include massage, craniosacral therapy, re-connective healing and many others. Call Nayana Reist - Licensed Massage Therapist CT#004995. 860-690-3112. Office: 540 Hopmeadow St., Simsbury CT. www.nayanasbodywork.com. therapeuticbody@gmail.com. FOR SALE: Ethan Allen, light green/gray fabric living room chair with wooden legs, Navajo style pattern. High rounded back. Very good condition. Can e-mail picture. $225. Bob bob@webbooksct.com, 860-670-3326.

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Snowplowing: Commercial and residential. Covering the Granbys, Simsbury, Avon, Hartland, Bloomfield, Windsor. Call today for your free estimate. Mason Enterprises, LLC 860-874-1266

Alterations: Expert tailoring done professionally. Over 20 years experience. Meral’s Tailoring & Alterations, SimsburyTown Shops, lower level, Simsbury. 860-217-1924. PART TIME: Dog Daycare attendant. Requires handling of large and small dogs, and cleaning duties. Must be reliable, have excellent communication skills, and customer service. Flexible schedule and on the job training. Apply in person only. Canine Clubhouse 7 Eastview Drive, Farmington.

Computer Solutions: COMPUTER SOLUTIONS: 10% OFF! Virus removal, networking, laptop repair, tutoring, webdesign. PC or Mac. Expedited onsite service, guaranteed work. $60 hourly 860-670-1862. Kurt’s Auto Repair: Foreign and domestic. Quality workmanship. Reasonable labor rate $60/ hr. All your mechanical and body work needs covered. Family owned and operated for over 25 years. www.kurtscustoms.com, 860-693-1556.

Bankruptcy Attorney: File for Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy protection. Limited time cost for Chapter 7, $1,299. Stop foreclosures and eliminate debt. We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code. Email attygc@gmail.com for appointment or call Attorney Gene Cohen, 860-560-2400.

For Sale: Diva tanning tower with bulbs and changing room. Asking $3500, negotiable; Massage table, solid oak, holds over 350 lbs., Best Offer. Must sell! Please call 860-693-4133 or 860-729-7505.

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Thinking Out LOUD Sometimes, Default is Our Own My grandfather had an interesting way of announcing that dinner was served. He’d say, “Come and get it or I’ll give it to the pigs.” Of course, he grew up on a farm, making the inelegance of that invitation somewhat colorful, but I’ve since come to realize that there was more wisdom in his words than he intended! Life really is a big meal — but if you don’t grab yourself a plate and dig in, yours will consist of nothing more than what’s left to all dawdlers: the always-dreaded Jello mold, something beige in rapidly congealing cream sauce, and one very stale roll. Not that all of what we get out of life is a self-serve proposition. Genetics, environment, and destiny all play a part — as do learning to spell, flossing, and using your blinker. But life is also about choices, and if we don’t make them, they are made by default. So when life hollers “come and get it,” either go or go hungry, remembering that sometimes default is our own!

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DUMP RUNS: Furniture, appliances, garages, attics, junk, construction debris, fallen trees. Whole house clean outs. Save money. We remove your unwanted items. Snowplowing: one-time plows available. Fast service, 7 days a week. Granby, Simsbury, Avon, Farmington areas. Call Scott’s Discount Hauling. 860-716-0555. Seamstress/Alterations: For a busy West Hartford Bridal Store. Experience in finer silks and designer wedding alterations is required. Run your alterations business out of our beautiful salon. For more details call 860-233-1203 (Irene).

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January 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m Free Business Program: Connecting the Social Networking Dots: Putting It All Together, Simsbury Public Library, For more info or to register: 860-658-7663, www.simsburylibrary.info January 25 Free Once-a-Month SCORE® Business Assistance & Mentoring. 1 hour appointments available from 10 to 2, Simsbury Public Library. Pre-registration required. For more info or to register: 860-658-7663 or www.simsburylibrary.info. January & February “Tuesday Evening Health Talk Series” An engaging series of 30 minute talks by local doctors on health problems and their solutions, with Q&A, hosted by Simsbury Chiropractic & Wellness Center, 540 Hopmeadow St., Simsmore Square, Simsbury. Free, but call 860.651.3355 to confirm seats. Time: 7 pm to 7:30 pm. January 25: Dr. Cheryl Vincent, DC, “Detoxification: Are body toxins making you sick”? February 8: Dr. Cheryl Vincent, DC, “Weight Loss with Control-It, an 8 week program for reducing hunger”. February 15: Dr. Steve Paine, Chinese medical practitioner “What Can Acupuncture Do for You?-Scientific support for an Ancient Art”. March 1: “Doctor Patient Relationships in the 21st Century: A New Model for Consumer Rights”. 46

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Computer Solutions: COMPUTER SOLUTIONS: 10% OFF! Virus removal, networking, laptop repair, tutoring, webdesign. PC or Mac. Expedited onsite service, guaranteed work. $60 hourly 860-670-1862. For Sale: Diva tanning tower with bulbs and changing room. Asking $3500, negotiable; Massage table, solid oak, holds over 350 lbs., Best Offer. Must sell! Please call 860-693-4133 or 860-729-7505. Web professional: Skilled Design/Development, affordable hosting. Small jobs to in-depth projects. Build your online presence the right way. Call DST Design 860-462-8091 darcystonge@gmail.com

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Snowplowing: Commercial and residential. Covering the Granbys, Simsbury, Avon, Hartland, Bloomfield, Windsor. Call today for your free estimate. Mason Enterprises, LLC 860-874-1266

January Farmington Valley Chorale Invites New Singers. Experienced singers in all voice parts are invited to join the Farmington Valley Chorale. No audition is required. In the spring of 2011, we will perform Puccini’s “Messa Di Gloria”, and Beethoven’s “Choral Fantasy”. The Chorale’s artistic director is Dr. Ellen Gilson Voth, rehearsal accompanist is Bridget de Moura Castro. Rehearsals are on Sundays, 7 to 9 pm, beginning January 9, 2011 at the Farmington Valley Jewish Center, 55 Bushy Hill Road, Simsbury, CT 06070. Membership dues are $25 per concert season; full time students are free. Music scores will be provided. For information: Visit our website at www.farmingtonvalleychorale.org, Call 860-651-3837. secretary@farmingtonvalleychorale.org. January 24, 12 noon The Senior Citizens of Avon Organization meeting presents Ms. Grace Durgin, presenting old fashion afternoon tea. Tea party where each guest can choose hats and gloves readily supplied. Grace serves many tea blends with sugar cookies. January 25, 6-7:30 Free Business Program: Creating Your Social Networking Message. Simsbury Public Library. Seating is limited. Pre-registration required. For more info or to register: 860-658-7663 or www.simsburylibrary.info

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