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February 18 Last day of Winter Story Time at Canton Public Library. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. For information: (860) 693-5800 or www.cantonpubliclibrary.org February 22, “Soups and Stews - Cozy by the Fire” is the topic of the upcoming cooking class/demonstration/lunch at the Canton Senior Center. Participants will enjoy watching the preparation and eating the delicious results. Call 860-693-5811 to sign up and prepay by February 18, 2011. We must have 17 people attending in order to hold this class. February 23, 6:30-8:30 pm Free Business Program: Making Your Website Mobile Friendly. Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St. For info or reservations: 860-658-7663 or www.simsburylibrary.info/ busiprograms.htm online at thevalleycrier.com
Computer Solutions: 10% OFF! Virus removal, networking, laptop repair, tutoring, webdesign. PC or Mac. Expedited onsite service, guaranteed work. $60 hourly 860-670-1862. Babysitting Class: 11 to 15 year olds can learn American Red Cross skills and techniques to become a babysitter. Save 10% when you register online with coupon code 07038VC. www.ctredcross.org For Sale: 2005 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, one owner. 35,000 miles. Fully serviced! $11,500. Cahill's Motor Cars. 860-653-0840. RNs: 32 hour night opening in highly respected LTC facility in Simsbury. EOW day supervisor also available. McLean, 658-3724. EOE/AA KJ's Consignment HUGE SALE: All tags with a red X are only $5! Great selection! Tues. - Sat., 11-5. 167 Albany Tpke, Canton. 860-693-9444.
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. Children's Room Artwork: Artwork for your baby's nursery or child's bedroom. Handmade to match decor or bedding in room. Local artist focuses on child's name or initials. Contact Annie Lane 860-490-6880. 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. Affordable Housecleaning: Bonded, insured since 1995. 20% off second cleaning for first time customers. Free estimates. Sandy, Morawski Cleaning, LLC. 860-651-4601.
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Simsbury and East Granby: 1 and 2-bedroom apartments for rent. Please call Fish Enterprises for more information, 860-677-1381.
February 26, 7-10 p.m. The Rotary Club of Avon-Canton invites residents to come in from the snow to taste the sizzling flavors and to drink in the colorful offerings of the Farmington Valley at the “Tastesof-the-Valley” Tropical Luau at the Avon Community Center. This third annual tasting will feature mouthwatering fare from daCapo Ristorante Italiano, DISH n’Dat, Papacelle Ristorante, Rice Fields Asian Cuisine, Abagail’s Grille and Wine Bar, and LaTratorria Classic Italian paired with more than thirty varieties of wine from M&R Fine Wines and Liquors, beer samplings from Thomas Hooker Ales & Lagers, and cheese tastings from Cabot Cheese. A silent auction will feature wares and goods from local businesses, and the New England Jazz Ensemble will set the backdrop for this tropical heat-wave. All proceeds from this event will benefit the charitable efforts of Rotary International. To order tickets call 860-676-1261 or www.Tastes-ofthe-Valley.com. All proceeds will benefit the charitable projects of the Rotary Club of Avon-Canton.
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www.action-carpet.com 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. Office Space for Rent: Collinsville, 13' x13' office, conference room use, utilities and internet included. $250 monthmonth. Great setting, call 860-830-8937. Snowplowing: Commercial and residential. Covering the Granbys, Simsbury, Weatogue, Bloomfield, Windsor. Call today for your free estimate. Mason Enterprises, LLC 860-874-1266. www.masonenterprisesct.com. For Sale: Cordless drill. 9.6v, GTV brand. Never been opened. $20. Call Annie 860-490-6880.
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Windows: doors and siding. Replacement windows - all kinds. Porch enclosures and remodeling. A-1 Windows and Doors, LLC. Ct Reg. # 550804. Member of the BBB. a1windowsanddoors.com 860-651-9093. Electrician: Eriksson Electric. Get connected to the Swedish Connection. Over 40 years experience. No job too small. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Fully insured. License #103632. 860-521-1849. Hairstylist Services 20% off: Experienced hairstylist offering 20% off new clients first visit for all hair services at West Hartford Center salon. Vicki 860-416-5755 anytime. Alterations: Expert tailoring done professionally. Over 20 years experience. Meral's Tailoring & Alterations, SimsburyTown Shops, lower level, Simsbury. 860-217-1924.
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Seniors Helping Seniors: Feeling overwhelmed? Let our friendly, caring seniors provide you with the help and companionship you need. 24/7, overnights, transportation, cooking, light cleaning etc. BBB accredited, background checks. Call 860-716-2017 or email Lisashs@cox.net. 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. Firewood: for sale, seasonal hardwood, multiple cord discounts. Call Brian, 860-883-9048. Rug: for sale. 10'X14'. Handspun, wool. Light blues, tans, burgundy. In top condition. Only $150. Call Annie 860-490-6880. Curtains: for sale. From Pottery Barn. 1 set Dupioni Silk (blue smoke color) & white shears. Both 50” wide x 63” long. I moved and these don't work with new home. Like new. $50. Call Annie, 860-490-6880.
This Month The nominating committee of the Canton Democratic Town Committee asks any Canton voters interested in serving in public office or in learning more about it to contact Jim Bixler at 860.693.1258. The Boards of Selectmen, Finance, Education and Assessment Appeals will elect candidates in November. If you are interested, you can meet with the nominating committee this spring.
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$20.11: For your first session of CranioSacral Therapy, Therapeutic Touch, or Reflexology on the Biomat. Start your year off right at Optimal Being. Sessions may decrease anxiety, stress, pain and accelerate healing. www.iahp.com/Karen R. Kramer, 860-693-8040. Learn to play guitar: from experienced local musician in professional recording studio. Discover the joy of music in a supportive environment. Learn to play a variety of styles. Latest music software used for personalized lessons Children, adults welcome. Call Tim Mayock 860-653-4095, or visit www.therecordingclub.net 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.
Weather 02/15/2011 Tuesday Partly Sunny. High 43˚. Low 22˚. 02/16/2011 Wednesday Partly Sunny. High 41˚. Low 27˚.
February 19, 2:00 p.m. A screening of the short, romantic film “The Book and the Rose” with writer/director Jeff Bemiss at Canton Public Library; free; registration requested. Canton Public Library, 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. (860) 693-5800 or www.cantonpubliclibrary.org February 22, 10:30 a.m. “Drop-in Story Time with Yoga” at Canton Public Library; sponsored by The Friends of the Canton Public Library; free; for youngsters ages 2 through kindergarten; limited to 25 participants, who must pick up nametags in the children’s room when they arrive. The story time includes stories, yoga activities, music activities, and a craft. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. (860) 693-5800 or www.cantonpubliclibrary.org
OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT: Farmington. 600 sq. ft. 3 room suite. Separate entrance, parking. $800.00 per month. Heat, electric and internet included. Call Lisa 860-678-8722 for appt.
02/17/2011 Thursday Milder with clouds and sun. High 46˚. Low 33˚. 02/18/2011 Friday Mostly cloudy. High 51˚. Low 32˚. 02/19/2011 Saturday Partly Sunny. High 48˚. Low 15˚. 02/20/2011 Sunday Colder with plenty of sunshine. High 36˚. Low 18˚.
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02/21/2011 Monday Mostly Sunny. High 42˚. Low 28˚.
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860-243-0799 • 860-651-0123 www.DavidLitchfieldBuilding.com LOSE WEIGHT: Get Healthy and Feel Fit with HERBALIFE. Weight Loss Never Tasted So Good! 860674-1017. www.herbalwellnessforlife.com 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. Painting, Wallpaper: Hanging and removal, 30 years in Valley. Member BBB, licensed and insured. References. Calls returned promptly. Brechun Painting, 860-673-7280. 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.
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. Heating: Furnace and Boiler replacement, water heaters, gas, oil, electric. Central air. 25 years experience. All work guaranteed. Free estimates. Richie's Heating and Cooling. 860-844-8318. 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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Thinking LOUD Out Bathrobes and Other Benchmarks of Independence Until recently, I had never actually bought myself a bathrobe because bathrobes seemed to be something my mother always bought — first out of necessity but eventually because it was such a good Christmas gift. Same thing with winter coats. Every few years, my mother would say, “You could use a new winter coat…” and off we’d go to do a little shopping followed by lunch. When she died, there were so many things I missed about her, but new robes and coats were not among them. Then last year — five years after her going, I took one look at my sad old bathrobe and another at my sad old winter coat, and for the very first time ever I realized that I was really and truly on my own. So what did I do? I did what she taught me to do. I said to myself, “You could use a new robe and a new winter coat….” Then I took myself shopping and I treated myself to lunch. Call me crazy, but I swear I wasn’t alone…
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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.
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Village Building and Restoration: Ice dams and water damage? Mold mitigation and repairs? Let us help you file, manage and repair your insurance claim! Call JIm at Village Building & Restoration, LLC, 860-379-2012. Room for rent: in spacious farmhouse in Granby. Beautiful location. Kitchen and laundry privileges. Situated between Hartford and Springfield, close to highways and airport. Looking for neat, easy-going, professional person. Dog lover a must, $600/ month. Call 860-305-6157. Creeture Comforts: In-home pet sitting, small-group doggie daycare and home-like canine boarding. Call Elayne Cree at 860-651-7773. Mirek'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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March 1, 5-9 p.m. Benefit Night at Flatbread Co., Shoppes at Farmington Valley, Canton for Allongé Dance Variations as they celebrate & prepare for their 5th season with a dance & music concert April 22 nd & 23 rd. Silent Auction, Create Your Ultimate Pizza Contest & live entertainment provided by The Sawtelles! For more information www.allongedance.com or call Flatbread Co., 860-693-3314. Now until February 28 Second annual “Winter Reading Program: Snuggle Up with a Good Book,” continues at Canton Public Library, for children ages kindergarten and younger, through Friday, March 4. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. For information: (860) 693-5800 or www.cantonpubliclibrary.org.
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a1windowsanddoors.com 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. 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.
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.
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Treework: logging, land clearing, firewood, dump runs and scrap removal. Pete Nicolle, CT lic. #000567. logger444@gmail.com. Call 24/7, 860-712-8583.
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March 11, 10 a.m. Wood Carvers Wanted. Looking for wood carvers to come to Eno Hall Senior Center in the town of Simsbury. Contact Dick Burns at 860-651-4230 or db361959@att.net for further info. March 2, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. Granby Senior Center. Todd Hansen of Bonsai Sanctuary in E. Htfd. will talk to the Granby Women’s Breakfast Group on “Bonsai, Illusion vs. Reality. Cost $3.00. Call Corinne Dickerson 860 653-9891 for reservation.
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Open 7 Days a week 9–6 Family owned & operated since 1843
WORDSMITH: Need help with your words? Quality, professional resumes from $50. Editing of manuscripts, websites and term papers. Audio transcription and typing services. Free estimates. Iron out the wrinkles in your writing. Contact Nancy at Wordsmith, 860-651-0777. Full Time Office Manager: needed for small business in Avon. Must be reliable, well organized and self motivated. Excellent communication skills and custom service a must. Quickbooks knowledge a plus. Hours 8:30 am-5:30 pm. 860-712-2972. Wanted Roomate: One extra bedroom in quiet Farmington neighborhood. Easy access to major arteries. Utilities included, no pets. 860-674-0437.
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Stevens Electrical Company: Over 20 years serving the Farmington Valley. Commercial/residential, remodeling, service/repair, computer/ cable, site lighting & design. 860-651-7600. Professional Home & Office Organizers: Overwhelmed with clutter? HomeWorks to the rescue. Professional organizers will help you organize your home, downsize, de-clutter, donate, pre-pack and stage your home. Whatever you needs, we work with you to accomplish your goals. Call HomeWorks for a Free Assessment 860-404-0234. CASH: paid for newer, wrecked cars and trucks, running or not. Licensed auto recycler. Stewarts Used Auto Parts. 1-800-726-0871 or 860-379-7541.
1/20 – 2/18 Weekly Overview (Week starting on February 14)
Different is better now, and you’re definitely standing out from the crowd during the day on Monday. A unique approach gets you noticed. Over the next few days, make a list and tackle one thing at a time, at work and at home. Once you get going, it all starts flowing. Some rather unusual energy’s coming your way around Thursday and Friday; watch for apparent contradictions, out-of-the-ordinary events and sudden changes. (Knowing you, you’ll love all of it.) This weekend, an extra effort to be warm with people (smiling and asking questions, for example) is very rewarding. 10
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THINK SPRING!
2011 Models Southwick, MA • 413-569-9080 Arriving
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DOG & CAT
Gift Card Avail s able
GroominG & SupplieS
53 Quarry road, Simsbury
860-651-1830
lori Vincent Award Winning Pet Stylist www.happytailsrwagging.com
New customers receive $5 off your first grooming. Existing clients if you refer someone you get $5 off your next visit. With coupon. Expires 2/28/11
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Action Carpet & Floor Covering is your LOCAL WATER DAMAGE EXPERTS! • Certified Mold & Mildew Remediation (Lic. #20100154) • High Powered Water Extraction and Drying Fans Call 860-298-0070 www.action-carpet.com • 24-Hour Emergency Service – Call Kevin at 860-983-0248 If your flooring is beyond repair due to water damage or wear, call on us for a FREE ESTIMATE to replace it! In-stock carpet, tile and hardwood available for immediate installation Coins: Paper money, collectibles bought, sold and appraised for over 40 years. Call Bob Kevorkian for appointment. 860-658-1344. FAVARH Thrift Shop: Needs your gently used, clothing and household items. Donations can be brought to 250 Albany Tpke, Canton 860-693-2899 or the FAVARH office, 225 Commerce Drive, Canton. Bring in this ad and receive half off any item of your choice. Snow Plowing, dump runs, hauling: Reasonable, reliable & professional. Root’s Lawn Service 860-614-0563 Social worker: per diem in long term care setting to case manage from admission to discharge, including direct, individual and group social services to residents and families. Fax resume to McLean 860-658-3778. EOE. Save on Spring Landscaping: Plan your landscaping project now and save $ with our “Early Bird” pricing! Free estimates - Elevated Landscaping, email Matt at brechunmatt@comcast.net or call 860-538-4385. Physical Therapist: postacute 40 hours with benefits. McLean, Simsbury, 658-3724. EOE/AA Storage Bin: Rent half of my 10’x15’ storage bin in Simsbury. If interested, call 860-651-0777.
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. tree service: Residential and commercial. CT Lic. Arborist. Tree removal, pruning, cabling, fertilizing, spraying (B0054), doubleground landscape, mulch delivery and crane rental service. Free estimates. Grimshaw Tree Service and Nursery Co. 860-658-4420, www.grimshawtreeco.com. Electrolysis: Safe, permanent hair removal. State licensed professional electrologist. Over 18 years experience, board certified. Technology uses blend of shortwave and galvanic waves for faster results, less discomfort. All treatment done in strict privacy with impeccable sterilization. Free private consultation. Donna Crump, 860-678-1972.
FRONTIER MEDICINE
for animals
a holistic approach to animal health and well-being Allys Maybank, VMD
Amy Matthews, VMD, PhD
Offering Veterinary Medicine, Acupuncture, Chiropractic and many other effective holistic modalities for individualized patient care. Advanced Allergy Therapeutics • resolve food sensitivities • digestive symptoms • wheezing • asthma • scratching • eczema • skin rashes and other conditions 17 South Main Street East Granby, CT
860-653-7831
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Ursula’s
Cleaning LLC “Let Our Cleaning Excellence Be Your Experience”
Rated
BEST
In Quality, Attention to Detail & Top-Notch Cleaning Staff
Serving the Farmington Valley Since 1990
We are the service YOU can TRUST. ursulascleaningcompanyllc.com
860-673-5619
ursula@ursulascleaningcompanyllc.com
For Sale: Screwdriver set. 43-piece screwdriver set. Workforce brand. Never been opened. $15. Call Annie 860-490-6880. Brand New Printer: HP Desktop InkJet Printer. In box, Un-Used/Un-Opened. darcystonge@gmail.com. 860-462-8091 February 15, 2011
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We Buy Gold!
More Than Double The Price for Your Gold!!! No one in CT will pay as much per penny weight as...
New York Gold Buyers
Doing business as Kim Ngoc Jewelry
We pay up to 95% of Gold’s Market Value!
MORE $$$ FOR YOU Highest Gold Prices Ever Great Time To Sell Your Gold!
150 Shield Street • West Hartford, CT • 860-953-5803 Lic. #103632 & Insured
860-521-1849
Get Connected To The Swedish Connection
ERIKSSON ELECTRIC Serving the Farmington Valley For Over 40 Years
RESIDENTIAL - COMMERICAL - INDUSTRIAL
Snow Plowing DumP RunS Hauling — Reasonable, Reliable & Professional —
ROOT’S LAWN SERVICE 860-614-0563
Home Portraits
Renderings done in Pen & Ink or Watercolor
Woodland Spirit Art 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. WELDING: Stainless steel, aluminum and steel. Custom fabrication. On-site welding available at your home or business. Small jobs welcome. 30 years experience. Meticulous work. Calls promptly returned. Sottile Welding, 11-C, Herman Drive, Simsbury, migtig@cox.net, 860-380-7420. Nail Tech/Booth Rental: Wanted for beautiful nail salon at the Mill in Tarrifville. Great opportunity to build your cliental. Please call 860-305-0091.
CASH FOR CARS YOUR JUNK & WRECKED CARS BOUGHT — Free Towing —
STEWART’S USED AUTO PARTS 1-800-726-0871 • 860-379-7541
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Windy Hill: Studio for Classical Guitar and Viola da Gamba. Children can start at four years old when parents train as their home coaches. Weekly lessons and classes at all levels. Laura-Mazza-Dixon at 860-653-6146 or mazdxn@aol.com. 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. Climate-Controlled Self Storage: The only humidity-controlled storage in the Farmington Valley. West Street Storage, Simsbury. 860-988-0002.
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3 IN STOCK
Stk. #3585C
CITY MPG
2010 FUSION HYBRID
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2.5L 14 HEV Engine • E-CVT Auto Transmission
$2000 FACTORY REBATE OR % UP TO 60 MOS.
Included on this vehicle: • 17” Aluminum Wheels • Easyfuel Capless Filler • Fog Lamps • Power Heated Mirrors • 8-Way Pwr. Dr. Seat w/Lumbar • AM/FM CD/MP3/Sat. Capable w/Aud. Input Jack
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SPECIAL OF THE WEEK!
1998 TOYOTA CAMRY LE
Sun. 10-2
4 Door Sedan, 61K Miles, Automatic, Green, #17555U 801 Bloomfield Ave., Windsor, CT • 860-688-3651 www.seligford.com
February 15, 2011
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Your new neighbor is
A WORLD LEADER
A renowned world leader has arrived in Farmington: The Joslin Diabetes Center Affiliate at The Hospital of Central Connecticut. Joslin has a worldwide reputation as a leader in diabetes care, research and treatment and has been affiliated with The Hospital of Central Connecticut for many years. We just opened an office at 11 South Road, Farmington, Suite 130. As a Joslin patient, you will be taught to manage your diabetes using a team approach. Our team includes: • Board-certified physicians • Certified diabetes educators • Exercise Specialist • Registered dietitians • Nurse specialists We work closely with your personal physician, who is also part of the team.
For information or an appointment, please call 1-888-4 JOSLIN (1-888-456-7546)
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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 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. DONATE: your car or truck for fire department extrication courses. Stewart’s Auto, 860-379-7541. Simsbury and East Granby: 1 and 2-bedroom apartments for rent. Please call Fish Enterprises for more information, 860-677-1381. Computer Solutions: 10% OFF! Virus removal, networking, laptop repair, tutoring, webdesign. PC or Mac. Expedited onsite service, guaranteed work. $60 hourly 860-670-1862.
Professional Tailoring Service: We provide fast and professional quality work. We specialize in all types of tailoring, sewing, and are able to schedule appointments and meet at any reasonable location. 860-798-3537. 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. Babysitting Class: 11 to 15 year olds can learn American Red Cross skills and techniques to become a babysitter. Save 10% when you register online with coupon code 07038VC. www.ctredcross.org
CAHILL’S MOTORCARS INC. “CAR OF THE WEEK” 2005 Jeep Liberty
4WD, 1 Owner, 35k Fully Serviced, $11,500 WE ALSO OFFER EXPERT AUTO REPAIR. SELLING YOUR CAR? WE’LL BUY IT!! 860-653-0840 • RT. 10, GRANBY, CT • www.cahillsmotorcars.com
When It Comes To Tree Service We Run Rings Around The Competition. TREE CARE OR TREE REMOVAL Grimshaw Tree Service and Nursery Company
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Call 860-658-4420 for a free estimate or for more information on how we can help your trees.
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Week’s BEST Technically Challenged • My mom just got us a DVR. When I finished hooking it up she asked, “How often do we have to change the tape in it?” - Anonymous • Last week I told my mom we should switch to AT&T when I move back East so we can get the iPhone 4 and talk using Facetime. She responds “Why would we do that when we can just skyscape?” - Michele D
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Mon. through Fri. Lic. 12659
IES
Lighting & Electrical
FIXTURES & LAMP REPAIRS INCLUDING CHANDELIERS Interior / Exterior • Commercial / Residential Floor, Table, Chandeliers • Ballasts / Recessed Lighting
We Sell All Types of Lightbulbs & Batteries!
561 Salmon Brook St., Granby CT 06035 • 860-844-0488
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Pinewood Derby Supplies Blocks, Weights, Graphite, Paint & Decals
Yo-Yo’s
Science & Craft Kits
s Puzzle
Games
Sleds & Snowtubes
TOYLAND
LEGO Mini Figures are back!!!
1591 Hopmeadow St., Simsbury, 860-658-5783 A Unique Shopping Experience For The Kid In All of Us Hours: Mon. - Sat. 9:30-5:30, Sun. 10-3, Closed Tues.
OLDE TYME CHIMNEY SERVICES We Sell, Install and Service Wood/Pellet Stoves • StainleSS Steel Chimney lining • Cleaning • Oil Flue • CapS/DamperS inStalleD • VaCu-StaCk
CHIMNEYS CAPPED
• exhauSt FanS • repOinting • maSOnry repairS & rebuilDing • WaterprOOFing • 3rD Degree CreOSOte remOVal FRED ALGIERE Since 1988
860-676-8005 Farmington
Dogfood: Timerberwolf organics, Aunt Jeni Homemade 4life, Abady - raw or kibble. Now allnatural canned or dry. Go-grain free, mulligans stew. Kibble or raw. Delivery available. Low prices. 860-836-4420 or 860-678-8467. Check website www.brylinsbernese.com RNs: 32 hour night opening in highly respected LTC facility in Simsbury. EOW day supervisor also available. McLean, 658-3724. EOE/AA. Alterations: Expert tailoring done professionally. Over 20 years experience. Meral’s Tailoring & Alterations, SimsburyTown Shops, lower level, Simsbury. 860-217-1924. 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.
Children’s Room Artwork: Artwork for your baby’s nursery or child’s bedroom. Handmade to match decor or bedding in room. Local artist focuses on child’s name or initials. Contact Annie Lane 860-490-6880. 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. KJ’s Consignment HUGE SALE: All tags with a red “X” are only $5! Great selection! Tues. - Sat., 11-5. 167 Albany Tpke, Canton. 860-693-9444 Affordable Housecleaning: Bonded, insured since 1995. 20% off second cleaning for first time customers. Free estimates. Sandy, Morawski Cleaning, LLC. 860-651-4601.
Saint Patrick’s Day SPECIAL
FULLY INSURED CT License #537913
Weeks of
March 8 & March 15
Buy 1 week, get the 2nd week at 1/2 price!
Still Time to Beat the High Cost of Oil 2011 Models at 2010 Prices!!
All advertising must be placed and paid for by March 3rd by 12 noon.
TAX CREDIT Available
CRIER
The Most Reliable Pellet Stoves Made
To schedule an ad, call us at 888-611-1312 or your Valley Crier representative:
133 North Granby Rd., Granby, CT 06035 • 860-653-4992 Open 8–3 Saturday & Sunday by appointment
Jan Eriksson: 860-810-9906 Sally Melrose: 860-810-7330 Liz Sottile: 860-810-7006
Hazen Fence & Stove PELLET AND WOOD STOVES
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Sweetheart Deal
Buy 1 Package
get 2nd ½ OFF! Good thru Feb. 28, 2011
1410 Hopmeadow St.
SimSbury • 860-658-4196 tanningdownundersimsbury.com
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. Office Space for Rent: Collinsville, 13’ x13’ office, conference room use, utilities and internet included. $250 monthmonth. Great setting, call 860-830-8937. Snowplowing: Commercial and residential. Covering the Granbys, Simsbury, Weatogue, Bloomfield, Windsor. Call today for your free estimate. Mason Enterprises, LLC 860-874-1266. www.masonenterprisesct.com. For Sale: Cordless drill. 9.6v, GTV brand. Never been opened. $20. Call Annie 860-490-6880. Windows: doors and siding. Replacement windows - all kinds. Porch enclosures and remodeling. A-1 Windows and Doors, LLC. Ct Reg. # 550804. Member of the BBB. a1windowsanddoors.com 860-651-9093.
Week’s BEST FUN PUNS • I didn’t want to buy leather shoes, but eventually I was suede. • Organ donors put their heart into it. • The man who survived mustard gas and pepper spray is now a seasoned veteran. • Pencils could be made with erasers at both ends, but what would be the point? • Changed the name of my Ipod to “The Titanic”... It’s Syncing now. February 15, 2011
Week’s BEST Bible Tips About Depression & Anxiety – Isaiah 53:3-4 Psalm 37:23-24 Psalm 37:3-4
About Love – 1 Peter 4:8 1 John 4:7 1 John 4:18-19 John 15:13
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G&F
• Countertops • Fireplaces •Vanities • Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling
MARBLE, MARBLE, GRANITE GRANITE AND AND TILE TILE
We are an Italian Company.
Remnants from $40/sq.ft. Installed
Inspired Gifts and Home Accents
To celebrate a week without snow –
all afghans are 20% off through the end of the month!
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168 Brickyard Road, Unit 1, Farmington, CT 06032
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860-409-2160
Come in and see what’s new for Spring!
Mon.–Fri. 8am–5pm • Sat. 8am–2pm Electrician: Eriksson Electric. Get connected to the Swedish Connection. Over 40 years experience. No job too small. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Fully insured. License #103632. 860-521-1849.
Simsburytown Shops 926 Hopmeadow St., Simsbury
860-651-8966 • Hours: Monday - Saturday 10-5
www.theworkshoppect.com
Hairstylist Services 20% off: Experienced hairstylist offering 20% off new clients first visit for all hair services at West Hartford Center salon. Vicki 860-416-5755 anytime.
Sottile
Welding, LLC
• Aluminum • StAinleSS • Steel • mig. tig & Arc Welding • FAbricAtion PoRtaBle aluminum tig WelDing Bill Sottile 860-380-7420 migtig@cox.net 11c Herman Dr., Simsbury Calls Promptly Returned
Week’s BEST Insane English • Since there is no time like the present, he thought it was time to present the present • A bass was painted on the head of the bass drum...
Chris Lynch Appearing Fri. feb.18th: at The HUB Bar and Grille, 192 Albany Turnpike, Rt 44., Canton. Across from Bank of Amercia. 860-693-0062 OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT: Farmington. 600 sq. ft. 3 room suite. Separate entrance, parking. $800.00 per month. Heat, electric and internet included. Call Lisa 860-678-8722 for appt.
HIC #0615739
For Sale: 2005 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, one owner. 35,000 miles. Fully serviced! $11,500. Cahill’s Motor Cars. 860-653-0840. Seniors Helping Seniors: Feeling overwhelmed? Let our friendly, caring seniors provide you with the help and companionship you need. 24/7, overnights, transportation, cooking, light cleaning etc. BBB accredited, background checks. Call 860-716-2017 or email Lisashs@cox.net. 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.
Week’s BEST FUN PUNS
• When shot at, the dove dove into the bushes.
• I could not pull out of my parking space, so I used my back up plan. melman-kyusa
• I did not object to the object.
• Those who jump off a Paris bridge are in Seine.
• The insurance was invalid for the invalid. • There was a row among the oarsmen about how to row
• The short fortune-teller who escaped from prison was a small medium at large.
• They were too close to the door to close it.
• The dead batteries were given out free of charge.
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ICE DAMS REMovED RooF RAKING RooF CLEANING SNoW PLoWING • GUTTER REPAIRS & INSTALLATION • ACT NOW!
860-651-9191 860-677-7777 — Fully Insured —
Steven’S electrical co. Service you can count on! commercial / reSidential
Remodeling • Service/Repair Computer/Cable • Site Lighting • Design
860-651-7600
The worst is yet to come! As melting from roofs accelerates, those who have slight leaks are likely to have
MASSIVE LEAKAGE INSIDE THE HOUSE!
We take your brown - you save your green
SEPTIC
Septic Pumping, Repair, Installation and Inspection.
860-653-TAKE (8253)
Granby, CT 06035
SEPTIC
February 15, 2011
Fully Licensed & Insured
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ROOF SNOW ❅ REMOVAL ❅
Week’s BEST Bible Tips About Family – Exodus 20:12 Deuteronomy 5:16 Proverbs 1:18 Proverb 6:20 Proverbs 15:20
860-658-5709
Since 1965
FULLY LICENSED
ON THE MOVE, llc Your Clean-Out Specialists!
WE’RE YOUR EAST COAST EXPEDITORS, ONE-WAY MOVES EAST OF THE MISSISSIPPI & FROM MAINE TO FLORIDA • Estates • Moving • Dump Runs • In-house Moves
• Prep for Sales • Demolition • Clean-outs • Office Moves • Local Deliveries • Packing • Storage Containers
Call Jim 860-992-6204 or Mike 413-636-7108 • or email: cleanmove4U@hotmail.com
Brannack Electric Inc.
Residential
Commercial
Call today
for your FREE, no obligation consultation & estimate.
860-242-6486 35 Peters Road, Bloomfield CT
Industrial
24 Hour Emergency Service • New home wiring • Upgrading or rewiring • Lighting work, interior & exterior • Generator installation • Telephone & cable TV wiring • Service work • And lots more! License #103858 & 103859 - Fully Insured
Technically Challenged
Spring into Spring! and come to our Storewide Sale • 20-50% off 250 Farms Village Road in West Simsbury Open Tuesday – Saturday 10-5, Sunday 12-5 (860) 651-9599 • farmsvillageantiques.com Join Us On Facebook! online at thevalleycrier.com
LOSE WEIGHT: Get Healthy and Feel Fit with HERBALIFE. Weight Loss Never Tasted So Good! 860-674-1017. www.herbalwellnessforlife.com
Rug: for sale. 10’X14’. Handspun, wool. Light blues, tans, burgundy. In top condition. Only $150. Call Annie 860-490-6880. Curtains: for sale. From Pottery Barn. 1 set Dupioni Silk (blue smoke color) & white shears. Both 50” wide x 63” long. I moved and these don’t work with new home. Like new. $50. Call Annie, 860-490-6880. $20.11: For your first session of CranioSacral Therapy, Therapeutic Touch, or Reflexology on the Biomat. Start your year off right at Optimal Being. Sessions may decrease anxiety, stress, pain and accelerate healing. www.iahp.com/Karen R. Kramer, 860-693-8040.
Week’s BEST
Learn to play guitar: from experienced local musician in professional recording studio. Discover the joy of music in a supportive environment. Learn to play a variety of styles. Latest music software used for personalized lessons Children, adults welcome. Call Tim Mayock 860-653-4095, or visit www.therecordingclub.net 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.
Technically Challenged
• Last week, my grandma, mom, sister and I went to the mall and my grandma fell on the sidewalk (she’s fine). We decided to call an ambulance and my mom frantically asks, “How do you call 911 on a cell phone?” - Mitch F
Furniture, Art & Collectibles
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Firewood: for sale, seasonal hardwood, multiple cord discounts. Call Brian, 860-883-9048.
• My dad’s been using computers for almost 5 years now, but he still types with two fingers because he claims it’s typing with “pinpoint accuracy.” - Marley B • My mom asked me to find her the video of Ms. Philippines on YouTube. I explained to her that the video was on CollegeHumor and she replied, “Never mind, I don’t have that.” - Matt
February 15, 2011
Joni’s Child Care & Preschool Canton: 860-693-1693 Farmington: 860-677-5878 Harwinton: 860-485-9389 Burlington: 860-404-0177 Windsor Locks: 860-623-8156 Hartford: 860-549-2422
Accreditated www.jonischildcare.com For Sale: Used Cast Iron Harmon Pellet Stove. Fully Automatic. $1650. Call Hazen Fence & Stove. 860-653-4992 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. Heating: Furnace and Boiler replacement, water heaters, gas, oil, electric. Central air. 25 years experience. All work guaranteed. Free estimates. Richie’s Heating and Cooling. 860-844-8318. 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. Post & Beam: Homes, barns, additions, garages and more by Four Square Post & Beam. 860-693-4047. www.foursquarepostbeam.com.
Thank you to all of our parents and staff for our continued success. All of our centers are now NAEYC Accreditated.
Academically Based Programs • Flexible Schedules
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. Painting, Wallpaper: Hanging and removal, 30 years in Valley. Member BBB, licensed and insured. References. Calls returned promptly. Brechun Painting, 860-673-7280. 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.
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Village Building and Restoration: Ice dams and water damage? Mold mitigation and repairs? Let us help you file, manage and repair your insurance claim! Call Jim at Village Building & Restoration, LLC, 860-379-2012 Chimney Cleaning: Repairs, caps/dampers installed. Repointing, masonry repairs and rebuilding. Waterproofing and more. Old Tyme Chimney Services Licensed, insured since 1988. 860-676-8005. 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.
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Creeture Comforts: In-home pet sitting, small-group doggie daycare and home-like canine boarding. Call Elayne Cree at 860-651-7773. Minuteman Furniture Restoration: Kitchen cabinets and fine furniture refinished. Heirloom antiques professionally preserved. Larger projects welcome. 860-653-4341. Brand New Printer: HP Desktop InkJet Printer. In box, Un-Used/Un-Opened. darcystonge@gmail.com. 860-462-8091 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. Mirek’s Painting: Interior, exterior, power washing - low prices. Free estimates. Licensed and insured. Call 860-798-7113, or 860-404-2301. References provided. CASH: paid for newer, wrecked cars and trucks, running or not. Licensed auto recycler. Stewarts Used Auto Parts. 1-800-726-0871 or 860-379-7541.
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