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Friday, January 27, 2012

Mom wants to be in the loop By CRISTINA COMMENDATORE I’m not going to send someone home with a letter or a scarlet Middlebury resident Jackie M for substance abuse … I unPost told Region 15 School Dis- derstand the human need to trict Board of Education mem- want to know, but to make the bers (BoE) she is disappointed statement my administrators in the way Region 15 adminis- didn’t do the right thing is pattrators left parents out of the ently false.” loop after a drug incident at Post said she understands Memorial Middle School students’ names couldn’t be (MMS) last week. released, but she wished Sippy “This would have been an sent an email to parents or unbelievable opportunity to posted on his blog that a talk to our kids at home,” Post, drug-related incident hapmother of a fifth-grader at Mid- pened at school so parents dlebury Elementary School and would have been prepared to an eighth-grader at MMS, said, speak with their children. noting the district should have “That’s all I wanted,” she said. immediately informed parents “It’s the simple message we of the incident. “It starts with needed to hear.” the home, and I would never BoE member Sharon Guck say it’s all the school’s fault, but of Southbury asked Post if she the school is part of this. We lost wanted a school assembly. Post a golden opportunity to edu- said “yes,” and Guck said that cate, educate, educate – that’s could’ve been problematic begone. I cannot begin to under- cause students who may have stand why this was handled so been unaware of the issue poorly.” would be discussing it. Post’s concern comes after Post said, “Guess what, Middlebury police were dis- Sharon, the kids were already patched to MMS Jan. 19 after talking. You wouldn’t believe school officials found a mari- the stories I’ve heard.” juana joint on a student. Police Member John Bucciarelli of said one student brought mar- Southbury said he heard about ijuana to school and gave it to the incident on Facebook beat least two other students. fore school administrators sent School officials will discipline an email to BoE members. “We students according to school have to give credit to the adminpolicy, and police are investi- istration,” he said. “There is no gating. way we could have stayed Post, who said she is active ahead of social media. They did in and feels connected to the the right thing, and they’re conschools, asked Superintendent tinuing to do the right thing.” of Schools Dr. Frank Sippy and Post said she couldn’t find BoE members why parents specifically in the school poliweren’t notified about the inci- cies if there is a no-tolerance dent and why students weren’t policy. She read from policy brought together Friday to dis- 5151 on substance-abuse precuss the issue. vention, which has not been “To notify parents about a amended since 2005, and asked particular issue would violate the BoE to update it. FERPA (Family Educational The policy states, “Any violaRights and Privacy Act) by in- tions of Board policy, reguladirectly betraying an individ- tions or other rules involving ual,” Sippy said. “Every student – See Mom on page 5 has the right to FERPA. So, no,

Don’t park on streets during snowstorms Middlebury Police Chief Richard Guisti urges all residents stop parking their vehicles on public and side roads during snowstorms. Guisti said town ordinance dictates vehicles must not be parked along streets during snowstorms. “Get vehicles off the public roadways so the plows can do their jobs,” Guisti said. “Vehicles can be fined and towed if they become a nuisance or hindrance to the operation of public works. If need be, we will tow them.” Narrow side streets are difficult for public works to plow, and it becomes more of a challenge with vehicles parked along the roads. When the plows can’t get through, public works calls the police department, which sends an officer out to ask residents to move their cars. “It would be a great assistance to the town if they could just abide by the ordinance,” Guisti said. “It helps public works and public safety, which includes fire and ambulance, because we need to get up and down those roads.”

Inside this Issue Library Happenings............2 Library Lines......................2 Obituaries.........................5 Opinion.............................4 Parks & Rec.......................6 Puzzles.............................7 Reg. 15 School Calendar...3 Senior Center News...........3

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Maureen Marcucci of Middlebury presents a blue ribbon and certificate of achievement to Dominic Morlino of Danbury for his first place win in the Great Way to Home Educate annual spelling bee Tuesday night.This is the ninth year Marcucci, who home schooled three children, has organized the event. (Terrence S. McAuliffe photo)

Morlino wins home schoolers’ spelling bee BY Terrence S. McAuliffe Domenic Morlino of Danbury, 12, outspelled 13 home-schooled students Tuesday night in a Great Ways to Home Educate spelling bee at Shepardson Community Center. After 16 rounds of elimination, Morlino emerged the winner by spelling the word “militant” correctly. He will go on to the New Haven Register Spelling Bee in Lyman Auditorium at Southern Connecticut State

University March 20. The winner of that competition will receive money to travel to Washington, D.C., to compete at the 2012 Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee in May. The final bee will be broadcast on ESPN. The Great Ways to Home Educate spelling bee allows home schoolers in Litchfield, Hartford, Fairfield and New Haven counties to compete with children from public and private schools. The Jan. 24 bee is the final

one for Maureen Marcucci of Middlebury who ran the event for nine years. She and husband Michael home schooled sons Nicholas and Patrick and daughter Meghan, who now attends Pomperaug High School. Morlino is the son of Jim and Frances Morlino of Danbury. Second place was won by sixth-grader Grant Oberle of Simsbury, and third place was won by Joseph Suess, 12, from New Milford.

Fewer students don’t equal budget decrease By CRISTINA COMMENDATORE This year 202 fewer students are enrolled in the Region 15 school district, but that doesn’t guarantee a reduction in the 20122013 school budget. Region 15 Superintendent of Schools Dr. Frank Sippy explained why to Board of Education (BoE) members during their Jan. 23 meeting. “A reduction in the number of bodies doesn’t mean a reduction of student needs,” Sippy said. “Actually, we’re seeing the opposite.” Sippy based his enrollment impact on the budget presentation on a question BoE member John Bucciarelli asked months ago when Sippy first presented enrollment changes to the BoE. Bucciarelli asked, “As-

suming a per pupil cost of $14,170 and knowing we have a reduction of about 200 students in our total enrollment, should not the public expect to see a reduction of $2.8 million for fiscal year 2012-2013?” Sippy said the answer to that question is “no” since the majority of the $60,251,578 budget is driven by fixed and obligated costs, which include state and federal demands, salaries, natural gas and electricity, and transportation. Fixed costs represent $39.08 million, or almost 65 percent, of the budget; and obligated costs, which include pensions, medical benefits, tuition and interest on bonds, make up $17.82 million, or nearly 30 percent of the budget. Fixed and obligated costs are $13,384 of the total $14,170 gross per pupil expenditure.

Variable costs, which make up $286 of the gross per pupil expenditure, or 2 percent of the total budget, include extra pay/extra duty, textbooks and instructional supplies. Sippy said they are essential for work done in the schools. Based on Sippy’s presentation, the only room for budget reductions is under quasi-variable costs, which include repairs and maintenance, certified temporary staff and Teamster’s medical. These costs are $2.12 million, or 3.52 percent of the budget. They equal $500 in per pupil cost. Multiplying that by the 200 fewer students in the district totals $100,000, which Sippy said is an area in which eliminations can be discussed.

– See Budget on page 5

Middlebury’s last full-service station stops pumping By MARJORIE NEEDHAM While gas station after gas station in Middlebury switched to self service from full service, one station kept up the full-service tradition – Bob Ford’s Sunoco station at the corner of Glenwood Avenue and Rte. 64. On Jan. 12 that changed – the town’s last full-service gas station stopped pumping gas. It still offers routine car care, tires, and 24-hour towing service, but the days of cus-

tomers pulling in and sitting comfortably in their cars while an attendant pumps their gas and checks their vehicle’s fluids have ended. Ford said Wednesday, “After 50 years of working everyone should change their job title.” Taking his own advice, Ford has given up working 12 to 14 hours a day seven days a week. Now the station is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays.

Before he stopped pumping gas, he handed out flyers to his customers. “Going Fishing!” they said, and then explained after nearly 62 years of serving customers in Middlebury, the Ford family would no longer pump gas. “It’s been fun,” he said of his 50 years at Ford’s Automotive, started by his father, David Ford, in 1949. At that time, it was an

– See Station on page 5

State Rep. Tony D’Amelio and State Sen. Robert Kane Office Hours When: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Where: Shepardson Community Center in Middlebury

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Book Review

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“The Prosperous Heart: Creating a Life of ‘Enough’” By Julia Cameron with Emma Lively (Tarcher/Penguin, $25.95) Reviewed by Larry Cox

Left to right, Cub Scout Pack 15 members Hersch Joshi and Colin Martin of Middlebury and Jackson Lowell of Southbury visit Waterbury Firefighter Todd Nugai. During the winter school break, the Scouts visited Waterbury Fire Department's Engine 11 on Highland Avenue to see first hand how a fire engine works. (Submitted photo)

Twenty years ago, Julia Cameron published her landmark bestseller “The Artist’s Way,” which became the go-to program for both aspiring and professional artists. In her new book, written with today’s harsh economic realities in mind, Cameron argues prosperity is not just a fiscal bottom line, but rather something that can be accomplished regardless of how much money we have. She is convinced that in order to be truly rich, a person must have a prosperous heart. In “The Prosperous Heart,”

Cameron builds a convincing case that whether we are painting a work of art or simply putting together a plan to attain a dream job, creative energy often can help us overcome the challenges that could block our success. Energy is especially important during times of economic uncertainty, and nurturing it is only part of the strategy for success. Cameron, who is based in Santa Fe, N.M., serves up a 12-week program with proven strategies for positive change. She suggests we begin by examining our spending habits and then dismantling our negativity, especially the negativity we

might have about money. Removing the physical and mental clutter in our lives allows us to make more time and space in our lives for creativity. She underscores that we must learn the difference between doing well and being well because they are not the same thing. By creating and following her plan, Cameron believes we can achieve many of our goals, allowing us to achieve a more fulfilled and content life. Much of the mythology about money centers on the misconception that the more money we have, the more creative we can be. Not so, Cameron says. Creativity and prosperity are spiritual matters, not fiscal ones. Her main message is when we realize we have “enough,” it can clear the way for even a better chance for fulfillment and contentment. (c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

Library Happenings Middlebury

up a set of rules at the circulation Celebrate desk. Pre-registration is a must as Valentine’s Day entrants are limited to 10 teams. Book Stroll Enjoy movies and music to celThe Middlebury Library is at ebrate Valentine’s Day. A double Join the library staff in a lei- 30 Crest Road in Middlebury. feature of romantic movies will be surely stroll through the stacks “An Affair to Remember” at 10 Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 6:30 p.m. You a.m. and “Moonstruck” at 1:30 and the staff can point out favorp.m. At 6:30 p.m., baritone Edwin ite authors and discuss favorite Ethiopia: A World Kotchian, who also plays piano, books as you walk through the and Juan Andrews, who sings stacks – come with lots of ideas! Beyond our Borders Please register at the desk or call Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 6:30 p.m., tenor and plays percussion, will the library at 203-758-2634. Christine Ieronimo, a nurse and entertain you with a concert. Homemade baked goods to native, will speak Bird Feeder Workshop Naugatuck take with you for your favorite about the children’s book she Flanders Nature Center and wrote, “Drinking from Puddles, person will be available for purLand Trust will offer a workshop Through Eva’s Eyes,” to raise chase. The Howard Whittemore Meon making bird feeders Tuesday, awareness of the need for clean morial Library is at 243 Church Feb. 28, at 6 p.m. at the library. water in Ethiopia. In April Each bird feeder will cost $20. 2008, Ieronimo traveled to Ethio- St. in Naugatuck. For information, Register at the library, or call 203- pia to adopt a 2-year-old girl. She call 203-729-4591. 758-2634. Space is limited, so was not prepared for the poverty pre-registration is a must. she witnessed. She decided to share the story of Ethiopian chilPuzzlemania in March dren with children everywhere by Immortal Love Songs – The Sixth Annual Puzzlemania writing a children’s book. IeronAn Opera Valentine Contest will be Tuesday, March imo’s book will be released by The Friends of the Southbury 6, at 5:30 p.m. at the library. Call Walker Books for Young Readers Library and the Leroy Anderson the library at 203-758-2634 to reg- in 2013. The illustrator is Eric Ve- Foundation will host Immortal ister your team, or stop in and pick lasquez. Love Songs – An Opera Valentine Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. in the Brinker Fireplace room. Baritone Richard Cassell and mezzo-soprano Frances Devine will Tuesday, Jan. 31 perform staged duets and arias from opera and Broadway’s greatMental Health Support Group 6 p.m............................. Russell Place, 1F, 969 W. Main, Waterbury est hits, including romantic and light-hearted selections from Conservation Commission “Don Giovanni,” “The Barber of 7:30 p.m.......................................................... Shepardson Room 26 Seville,” “Carmen,” “The Merry

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Widow,” “Carousel,” “Show Boat,” Wednesday, Feb. 1 and more. Zoning Board of Appeals Registration is required. For 7:30 p.m............................................................ Shepardson Room 5 more information or to register, call 203-262-0626, ext. 130.

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Planning and Zoning 7:30 p.m......................................................Shepardson Auditorium Calendar dates/times are subject to change If your organization would like your event included in the community calendar, please e-mail the information to beeintelligencer@gmail.com

Candy Collage Valentine’s Day Craft Youth in grades five to 12 are invited to enjoy a sweet time mak-

ing artistic collages completely Books, Friends & Food (BFF) out of … candy Thursday, Feb. 9, is a book club for high school-age from 6 to 7 p.m. students in grades nine to 12. It meets the second Tuesday of each High School and month at 6 p.m. Its focus is on classics, Nutmeg nominees, and Beyond Seminar Career counselor and educator more mature reads. Snack proMark Danaher, NCC, MA will be vided. at the library Thursday, Feb. 16, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. to share his knowledge and expertise in the college, career development, and educational technology fields. Youth in grades seven to 12 and their parents and guardians are encouraged to attend.

Youth Book Clubs Page Turners is for boys and girls in first and second grade and focuses on short chapter books. It meets the third Wednesday of each month at 4 pm. Craft and snack included. Book Buddies is for boys and girls in third and fourth grade and focuses on fiction and non-fiction books. It meets the last Wednesday of each month at 4 p.m. Snack is included. Snacks & Stories is for girls in grades four and up. It meets the first Thursday of each month at 4 p.m. for snacks and lively discussion. It focuses on a variety of subjects, Nutmeg nominees included. Rocket Readers is for boys in grades four and up. It meets the first Monday of each month at 4 p.m. and focuses on a variety of subjects, Nutmeg nominees included. Snack provided. Pizza & Pages is a book club for middle school-age students in grades six to eight. It meets the first Wednesday of each month at 4 p.m. for discussion and pizza. Its focus is on chapter books and Nutmeg nominees.

Fiber Art Exhibit Changes The Connecticut Fiber Arts Collective, a Connecticut-based group of artists dedicated to fiber and mixed media art, fiber art show, “Identity and Other Things,” at the Gloria Cachion Art Gallery in the library will become the “Red – Read” fiber art exhibit beginning Wednesday, Feb. 1 and running through Feb. 26. The title is a play on words. Red is a color used to spread messages of love on Valentine’s Day. It’s everywhere you look in nature and is often interpreted as a symbol of strength and power. The library offers its patrons an opportunity to be as well-read as they’d like. The Connecticut Fiber Arts Collective combined these two concepts and each artist interpreted what “Red-Read” means to her. Check www.southburylibrary. org for more information. The library is at 100 Poverty Road in Southbury (203-262-0626).

Woodbury Take Your Child to the Library Day The Children’s Department of the library will host “Take Your Child to the Library Day” Saturday, Feb. 4. Families are invited to participate in a library scavenger hunt, enter contests, win prizes, and decorate book-

marks. Children also are welcome to drop in between 10 a.m. and noon to play with the library’s huge assortment of LEGO pieces to create their own unique creations or join a round of BINGO between 2 and 3 p.m. to win candy and small prizes. No registration is necessary; just drop in and enjoy the fun of taking your child to the library. Cocoa and Crafts Saturday afternoons in January, families are welcome to drop in between 1 and 4 p.m. to warm up with cocoa and get creative with crafts. Children can choose from a variety of wintry crafts to make and take home. No registration is necessary. Programs are free and open to area residents. For information, call the Children’s Department at 203-263-3502 or visit www. woodburylibraryct.org.

Leroy Anderson Exhibit The Gallery display this month is “A Sleigh Ride Together With You,” an exhibit of the life and music of composer Leroy Anderson. Woodbury’s world-renowned resident passed away in 1975, but his music has taken on a timeless quality. Anderson composed and arranged orchestral pieces, the Broadway musical “Goldilocks,” and a piano concerto. Some of the many works written in Woodbury are “Sleigh Ride,” “Bugler’s Holiday,” “Blue Tango,” “The Typewriter,” “Belle of the Ball,” “Fiddle-Faddle,” and “China Doll.” The exhibit at the library includes four display cabinets of Leroy Anderson memorabilia. The library is at 269 Main St. South in Woodbury.

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Celebrate Black History Month By DONNA HINE

ebruary is classically celebrated as Black History Month. This month we highlight contributions black people have made in all areas – government, the arts, sports, the military and more. It can be argued that many people don’t receive the recognition they deserve, and this is true, but this month we particularly would like to acknowledge the impact of various well-known black individuals. Some of our greatest singers were black. From Louis Armstrong, Marian Anderson and Billie Holiday through Fats Domino and Jimi Hendrix, to presentday performers such as Mary J. Blige, we have been entertained and enriched. Who could not be moved when listening to Etta James belt out “At Last” (J in our CD collection)? Look for Gladys Knight and India Arie among many others in our CD section. Get a taste for “Mississippi Blues” or go from “Mali to Memphis” on an African-American odyssey. “Art in Africa” (709.6 LEU) by Elsy Leuzinger explores many aspects of African art. Various distinctive tools and materials make up the unique creation of masks, sculptures, basketwork and pottery that are characteristic of this art form. Clothing, jewelry and architecture also are subjects explored. The plates of art are vibrant and stunning, but

don’t forget to read about the historical, cultural and environmental aspects that influence these amazing works. You will recognize many names in “The Norton Anthology: African American Literature” (810.8 GAT) edited by Henry Louis Gates Jr. and Nellie Y. McKay: Sojourner Truth, Frederick Douglass, Ralph Ellison, Maya Angelou and, of course, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., to name just a few. Learn about the stirring gospel songs, ballads and folktales created by many, as well as the roots of the blues, jazz and rap. For me, this is not a book to sit down and read cover to cover, but it is interesting to page through and pick out fascinating anecdotes and to read the lyrics of many timeless songs. For a more in-depth look at black poetry, check out “Early Black American Poets” (811 ROB) by William H. Robinson Jr. The dialect poets stand out as being specifically black, but you also will be enchanted by the romantic poetry! Look for “The Lover’s Farewell” by George Moses Horton; it is lovely. Nineteenth-century Creole poets are for those who can speak or read French and is said to be more Continental – it would have been nice to be able to read a translation of this unusual form. In “Struggle for Freedom” (301.45 DAV) by Daniel S. Davis, we follow the history of black Americans and their story of sur-

vival against enormous odds. With its roots in Africa, the book takes us on a horrific journey aboard a slave ship to Colonial America, through revolution and racism to present day – or into the 1970s when the book was published. “Connecticut’s Black Soldiers 1775-1783” (974.6 WHI) by David White highlights the contributions of the black population in the Revolutionary War, where, if they served, slaves were given their freedom. An appendix lists the names of participants from many towns in Connecticut; it is humbling to read pages of those whose name is listed as just “Negro,” then their first name … We’re all familiar with the Amistad, but if you want to read a military history about it, try “The Amistad Affair” (326 MAR) by Christopher Martin. The mutiny led by a free man also was the subject of an excellent movie starring Morgan Freeman. Horatio T. Strother wrote “The Underground Railroad in Connecticut” (326 STR) based on facts from the descendants of the underground agents. The Amistad affair is detailed in this volume also, but the sense that Connecticut residents were strongly behind the movement towards freedom and away from slavery comes through – unfortunately, so does the fact that there still was a strong prejudice against them being treated the same as white citizens were. Sports present an avenue of

achievement for many, both black and white, and I was disappointed to not find any books about African American involvement in sports in general. However, if baseball is your game, there are two books you may be interested in reading. “Black Baseball: A History of African-Americans and The National Game” (796.357 MCN) by Kyle McNary traces the complete history of segregated baseball in the U.S. Did you know the first allblack baseball team was organized in 1885? This pictorial look at the sport includes the histories of many greats – including Jackie Robinson. Want more information? Try “Only the Ball was White” (796.357 PET) by Robert W. Peterson. One last word: “The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America’s Great Migration” by Isabel Wilkerson comes highly recommended. A story about the migration of Southern blacks into the north and west, it is not available in our system, but can be read as an e-book through Overdrive in the library catalog. This well-written story by a Pulitzer-Prize winning author looks at the individuals involved and brings their stories forward to present day … sounds amazing! Do you have a favorite subject that hasn’t been covered in Library Lines? Let me know what library books you would like to read about by calling 203-758-2634.

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Students learn about ancient civilizations Nine Pomperaug High School (PHS) students from Stacy Clark’s freshman history class worked collaboratively with the grade six social studies classes at Memorial Middle School (MMS) on ancient civilizations. The PHS students created lessons and activities to teach the sixth graders about the belief systems of ancient India and China. “Both grade six and grade nine social studies students are learning about ancient civilizations at about the same time,” Clark said. “The freshmen, however, are learning about these civilizations at a much deeper level at this grade. Pairing the sixth- and ninth-graders together is a unique way for both groups of students to learn more about this subject.” The high school students brought games they created to help the younger students learn about gods and goddesses, ancient Chinese theologies, and more. Clark and PHS media specialist Kelly Pelletier escorted the

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Senior Center News Free Hearing Screening The next free hearing screening offered by the Middlebury Senior Center and And-How Hearing will be Wednesday, Feb. 8, from 9 to 11 a.m. Screenings will be in 15-minute increments starting at 9 a.m. The screening is a simple PASS/FAIL evaluation of a persons’ hearing. And-How Hearing also will clean existing hearing aids during the 15-minute allotment. For an appointment, call 203577-4166 or stop in at the Middlebury Senior Center.

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Megan Prendergast, seated second from left, reads her challenge card in “Race to Nirvana,” a game developed by Pomperaug High School ninth-graders Lindsey Englander and Peri Hummel, far right. Also seen here are, left to right, Gabby Reyes, Kyler Barbarisi, Spencer Tesch and Griffin Wolf. (Submitted photo) high school students to MMS. John Morris and Denise Perugini. videos website (http://www.reThe middle school social studies Additional photos and video can gion15.org/subsite/mms/page/ teachers are Barbara Marano, be found on the MMS photos and mms-photos-and-videos-7160).

Register online for Region 15 kindergarten Principals at the four Region 15 elementary schools are asking parents and guardians of incoming kindergarten students to start the registration process online. The school district’s easy-to-use “Kindergarten Registration” website includes registration forms parents and guardians can download and print from home. If your child is 5 years old on or before Jan. 1, 2013, he or she can enter kindergarten next fall. Kindergarten registration information is on the district website, www.region15.org. Go to “Registration” on the left side of page. On the registration page, the link to kindergarten registra-

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tion is highlighted in yellow. To begin the registration process, parents should contact the elementary school: Pomperaug Elementary School: 203-264-8283 Gainfield Elementary School: 203-264-5312 Long Meadow Elementary School: 203-758-1144 Middlebury Elementary School: 203-758-2401 Parents are encouraged to read and complete the forms from the website to bring to their kindergarten registration appointment, including the Student Registration Form, and the child’s birth certificate or pass-

port. “Being able to access and print all the kindergarten registration forms from one location on the website makes the registration process easier for parents,” said Kelly Lyman, Assistant Superintendent of Schools. She also noted these forms will be available at each elementary school. Parents and guardians are invited to attend the kindergarten orientation meeting at their school Thursday, March 29, at 7 p.m. The principals will acquaint the parents with the registration process, introduce them to the kindergarten teachers, and share information with them about the

school and the curriculum. At the orientation, parents will schedule their April kindergarten registration appointment. Parents who are unable to attend the March meeting can call the office to schedule their appointment. Please note children do not come to the appointment. Kindergarten registration dates: Pomperaug Elementary School – April 9 to 13, 2012 Middlebury Elementary School – April 10 to 13, 2012 Gainfield Elementary School – April 23 to 27, 2012 Long Meadow Elementary School – April 23 to 27, 2012

The next AARP Driver Safety course will be Monday, Feb. 6, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center. The nation’s first and largest driver refresher course uses new materials and new videos to present new defensive driving techniques, a refresher in laws and regulations, new laws and regulations, how to deal with aggressive drivers, and how aging affects reaction time, vision and hearing. Drivers who complete this class get a certificate that may entitle them to a discount on automobile insurance (contact your insurance company for details). AARP membership is not required, and drivers of all ages are invited to attend. The fee is $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers. Make checks out to “AARP.” You must register

before the class begins by calling 203-577-4166 or going to the Senior Center Office in the Shepardson Community Center at 1172 Whittemore Road in Middlebury.

Trips Christmas Tree Shops The Senior Center minibus will travel to the Christmas Tree Shops in Orange, Conn., Thursday, Feb. 9, leaving the center at 10:30 a.m. The cost for transportation only is $7 per person.

West Point Dress Parade Travel to West Point Academy in New York to view its famous dress parade Saturday, April 28. With great pomp and circumstance, the cadets march in full uniform in cadence with military music, presenting arms in unison. Enjoy a bountiful buffet at the Hotel Thayer, which offers an assortment of salads, hot and cold entrees and an extensive sweets table. Also included in the excursion are guided tours of West Point’s highlights: the Cadet Chapel, Trophy Point and the Hudson River Lookout. A Friendship Tours luxury coach will depart from Shepardson Community Center at 8 a.m. and return to the lot at 6 p.m. The cost is $83 per person. Call Middlebury Parks and Recreation at 203-758-2520 to reserve a seat.

How to apply to grad school How do I apply to get into graduate school?

Before you apply to graduate school, find out exactly what the school requires – grade point average (GPA), exam scores, transcripts, letters of recommendation, etc. – and the application deadline. Be sure you meet the school’s criteria and have taken all the necessary exams before you apply. Most graduate schools require you have a 3.0 GPA or better to get in. In addition, most require you take graduate exams specific to the program you are applying for (GRE, GMAT, Miller Analogies Test). You should take graduate school exams at least a year before you apply to graduate school, so if you don’t do well, you can retake them and score better. Most schools take the bet-

Career Coach By MYRSINI PAPOUTSIS ter test score. The best schools require you to take and pass these exams above their minimum scores because they want the best students; however, not all schools require you take these exams. Official transcripts of all schools attended must be sent directly to the graduate school you are applying for from the schools you attended. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you need to have your transcripts evaluated by WES (World Education Service), which translates your coursework to the U.S. equivalent. However, if you graduated from a U.S. school, you may not

need to do this. Check the school’s policies before you apply. When you apply, fill out your application completely. Most applications are online. Applications will include a personal statement that discusses why you want to go to graduate school, how the program and school will enhance your career, and why the school should accept you into its program. Your personal statement also should address any reason your GPA is below 3.0, and it should not be more than one to two pages. Don’t write 25 pages; no one will read it. Some schools may require you to submit a resumé citing your work experience; however, if you don’t, it is not a big deal. Your resumé will be used to help you obtain an internship, and you may qualify for community service awards or other awards at

the end of the year. It is usually best if you have at least three to five years’ work experience, but if you just graduated with your bachelor’s and are going for your master’s, most schools will realize you do not have work experience and will look at your internship experience. If you are missing any documents, the school will send you a letter stating what documents you are missing. Once all your application materials are complete, you’ll have to wait a few to several weeks before you have an answer from the admissions officer/admissions committee. When you get accepted into the program, you will meet with your advisor to review your program of study and register for your classes. Do you have a career question you would like answered? If so, send your question to Papoutsis at careercoach2011@yahoo.com.

Winter no excuse not to exercise Are you tired of winter? You’re not alone. Too many of us have cocooned as temperatures have dropped, often not leaving the house for days or more. We need to get moving, one way or the other, and here are some ways we can: Look for exercise programs on TV, especially if you have cable. “Sit and Be Fit” is a show with exercises for seniors and others with physical limitations. All the exercises are done while seated. Check the website (www.sitandbefit.org) to learn where the show airs on public television. If you have On Demand, look at the Exercise TV section for other workout shows. Look for the

walking-in-place programs or those geared toward seniors. Check into Tai Chi or QiGong classes geared to seniors. These are gentle, flowing movements that can be done even sitting in a chair if balance is an issue. (They’ll help with strengthening core muscles, which actually can help with balance problems.) If transportation is a concern (or if you don’t like driving in winter) ask if the senior center has a van that can pick you up

Scholarship applications available Scholarships are available for high school seniors who are Middlebury residents and will enter college in the fall. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of financial need. Applications are available at Middlebury Town Hall in the first selectman’s and the town clerk’s offices, the Pomperaug High School guidance department, or by contacting Committee Coordinator Ronald Vitarelli

for classes. Parks and recreation also is a potential source of rides, as is social services. You’re more likely to go to your class if someone is coming to pick you up! If you’re in an area with snow and ice (but are otherwise sturdy on your feet), look for indoor places to walk. Schools sometimes open their halls after hours and indoor malls open early in the morning. If you’re determined to walk for exercise, look into grips that

attach to shoes. Search the Internet for “Stabilicers” and ask if your local shoe store can order something similar. Matilda Charles regrets she cannot personally answer reader questions, but she will incorporate them into her column whenever possible. Write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send email to columnreply@gmail.com.

Gourmet chocolates are on display along with specialty coffees, teas and hot chocolate at the Shoppes at Whittemore Crossing in Middlebury. (Marjorie Needham photo)

The Shoppes at Whittemore Crossing open candy shops By MARY CONSEUR Chocolate lovers, rejoice! Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the Shoppes at Whittemore Crossing opened two candy shops, one a high-end gourmet chocolate shop, the other an old-fashioned children’s “penny candy” shop. The gourmet shop features European chocolates, including French chocolate by Michel Cluizel and Greek chocolate by Zoe’s. Gift baskets, which can include gourmet pretzels, fudge truffles, specialty coffees and teas, and hot chocolate by MarieBelle, are available. Shop manager Janice Mazzamaro said gift basket delivery is available within Middlebury. The children’s candy shop at the Shoppes at Whittemore Crossing features products by

Dylan Lauren (daughter of Ralph Lauren.) Kid-friendly products include cotton candy, gummy bears, candy buttons, candy-covered pretzels, popcorn, potato chips, “jawbreakers,” and big allday suckers. Craft items include a gingerbread house kit, candy wrapper jewelry, a candy-inspired sticker diary, and candy-inspired wristlets and tote bags. Colorful “Dylan’s Candy Bar” t-shirts are available in children’s sizes. The Shoppes at Whittemore Crossing are at the intersection of Rtes. 188 and 64 in Middlebury. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 203-5280130.

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Wednesday, Feb. 1 PTO Advisory Council......................CO Conference Room, 9:30 a.m.

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Middle School............................................ Second marking term ends LMES PJ Story Hour snow date..............................................6:30 p.m. at 203-758-1130. The application 8th Grade H.S. Transition, Curriculum Night.....................6:30 p.m., PHS Auditorium deadline is March 2, 2012. PHS Curriculum Night..................6:30 to 8:30 p.m., PHS Auditorium The scholarships are available from the Middlebury Fund Friday, Feb. 3 through the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving. The Hartford Middle School ........................................... Third marking term begins Foundation is a community foun- Kindergarten ..................................................................... Report cards dation that last year awarded Elementary School ........................................................... Report cards more than $1 million in scholarSaturday, Feb. 4 ships to Connecticut students attending two- and four-year col- All State ................................................................................... Auditions Region 15 website: www.region15.org leges across the country.

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have been touched by loss. To register, call Debby Horowitz, Brownstein Jewish Family State Rep. Tony D’Amelio (R- Service director, at 203-26771) and State Sen. Rob Kane (R- 3177, ext. 310. 32) will meet with constituents Tuesday, Jan. 31, from 5:30 to 7 Chorale Seeks Tenors p.m. during office hours at ShepThe Waterbury Chorale seeks ardson Community Center on applications from any person Whittemore Road in Middlewith choral singing experience bury. For information on the who would like to participate in session, call D’Amelio at 800its tenor section. The chorale is 842-1423 or Kane at 800-842rehearsing for its spring concert, 1421. which will be Sunday, April 22, D’Amelio and State Rep. Selim at The First Congregational Noujaim (R-74) will meet with Church in Waterbury. constituents Wednesday, Feb. Those interested can call 15, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. during Peggy Sullivan at 860-562-5721. office hours in the fellowship Rehearsals are every Monday hall of Our Lady of Lebanon evening at the United Methodist Church in Waterbury. Church in Watertown. For more The legislators invite constitinformation, visit www.wateruents to share concerns, ideas burychorale.org. and ask questions. They’ll proThe theme of this year’s previde information about the last sentation is “American Tapestry,” legislative session as well as the which will celebrate the genius current one. For information, of American composers. Music call D’Amelio or Noujaim at by George Gershwin, Aaron 1-800-842-1423. Copland, Moses Hogan, Randall and Leonard BernLegislative Breakfast Thompson stein will head the list of an afThe Waterbury Regional ternoon program that will be Chamber’s Legislative Breakfast great fun to rehearse and later will be Tuesday, Jan. 31, from 8 perform. to 10 a.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott at 63 Grand St. in WaDiabetes Prevention terbury. Waterbury Chamber Program members attending the breakArea residents are invited to fast will hear priorities of elected representatives on health care register for “Sugar Tips: Recogconcerns, taxes, energy costs, nition and Prevention of Diabeworkforce development, infra- tes,” a free four-week series prestructure funding, brownfields sented by Sandra Micalizzi, APRN, CDE, the Heart Center of remediation, and more. Panelists will include Con- Greater Waterbury’s clinical necticut State Senators Joseph nurse specialist, that will meet Crisco, Joan Hartley, Rob- Thursdays, Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23, ert Kane, Joe Markley and Len from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Suzio, plus 16 state representa- library at the Jewish Federation tives. The cost is $35 per person at 444 Main St. North in Southfor chamber members. Register bury. The series includes suggesat www.waterburychamber.com, tions for lifestyle modifications or contact Courtney Ligi at cligi@ to prevent diabetes with an emwaterburychamber.com or 203phasis on diet and exercise. The 757-0701. program is free and open to the public. For more information or Bereavement to register, call Debby Horowitz Support Group at 203-267-3177, ext. 310. Brownstein Jewish Family Service offers a free bereavement Gerald Raimo group for any adult who has exScholarships Banquet perienced a loss Thursdays The Middlebury Democratic through Feb. 9, from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. at the Jewish Federation at Town Committee will hold its 444 Main St. North in Southbury. Gerald M. Raimo scholarships The group, facilitated by Jenny banquet Friday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 Casey, MSW of Regional Hos- p.m. at the Holy Trinity Greek pice, is supportive in nature and Orthodox Church at 937 Chase provides a safe environment for Parkway in Waterbury. The snow sharing with others who also date will be Saturday, Feb. 4.

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Honorees are Edith Salisbury and Robert Desmarais. The cost is $25 per ticket. Money raised will go toward scholarships given to two Middlebury high school seniors. Tickets are available at the tax collector’s office, Parks and Rec or www.middleburydemocrats. com.

Parenting Children with Disabilities Talk Parenting can be one of life’s most enjoyable and rewarding experiences. It can also be one of the most stressful. The additional demands of caring for a child or adolescent with a disability can leave a parent feeling overwhelmed, angry and exhausted. Christine Siegel, Ph.D., associate dean of Fairfield University’s Graduate School of Education and Allied Professions, will address these demands in “Parenting Children with Disabilities: Stories of Challenge and Triumph,” a one-hour presentation and discussion, Thursday, Feb. 9, at 7 p.m. at the Fairfield University Bookstore at 1499 Post Road in Fairfield. This event is free and open to the public. Since 2006, Dr. Siegel, an associate professor of school psychology, has been researching stress in parents of teens with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. She will discuss her findings as they relate to the experience of parenting a child with a disability as recounted in the memoir “Schuyler’s Monster” by Robert Rummel-Hudson.

Annual Chocolate Expo The 19th Annual Chocolate Lovers Expo Gifts and More to benefit Easter Seals will be Sunday, Feb. 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Southbury. All chocolate lovers will indulge in mouth-watering chocolate delights including candies, cakes, cookies, truffles, chocolate/caramel apples, fudge, chocolate mousse, raspberry chocolate mousse, chocolate covered strawberries, fruits, pretzels and more! Attendees also will have the chance to shop for unique gifts. Vendor and sponsor opportunities are still available. Adult tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Children’s tickets (ages 5-12) are $5. For information or tickets, call Edna Bruneau, 203-754-5141, ext. 251. Tickets are also on sale at stores in Proceeds benefit the programs and services of Easter Seals, serving the special needs of infants, children, and adults with disabilities in greater Waterbury, central, and northwestern Connecticut.

Beth El Synagogue will celebrate “Shabbat Shira” – the Sabbath of Song! – with a weekend of song and dance Friday evening, Feb. 3, and Saturday morning, Feb. 4. The ceremony and celebration for the Shabbat Shira weekend will begin Friday at 7:30 p.m. as the Beth El sanctuary is transformed into a middle-eastern experience. As the biblical Miriam led the women in song and dance, the Beth El Women and Girls’ Choir will sing and dance down the aisles of the sanctuary and perform choral excerpts from the biblical “Song of the Sea.” The choir will be conducted by Cantor Sharon Citrin and ac-

companied by guest musicians David Stein of Bethlehem and Peter Kucer on keyboard and violin. Alan Falk will accompany on tof, an Arab drum. A dessert reception will follow the service. The Shabbat service Saturday at 9:30 a.m. will include an interactive chanting of the beautiful and poetic “Song of the Sea.” This victory song from the Book of Exodus describes the miraculous splitting of the Sea of Reeds, overthrow of the Egyptian horsemen and chariots, and the triumphant redemption of the Israelites. Citrin will lead a teaching on this earliest song of the Bible. The service will conclude with a Kiddush lunch.

Beth El invites the community to participate in the weekend’s musical events and experience the joy of its biblical and liturgical tradition. Beth El is at the Walzer Family Jewish Community Campus at 444 Main St. North in Southbury. It is a welcoming and accessible community affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, and no one is turned away for lack of funds. For more information on Beth El’s calendar of cultural, educational, religious and social events, please call 203-264-4500 or email info@bethelsyn.org.

First Thursday to feature jazz musicians The Mattatuck Museum will feature percussionist Duane Huff, vocalist Theresa Wright and pianist Brad Rickert for its First Thursday event Feb. 2 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the museum. These jazz musicians have performed for local, national and international venues. Huff is a native of New Haven and studied percussion at the Audubon School of Music. He moved to Delaware, where he started Huff Brothers Entertainment in 1995. He has performed for the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, Rehobeth Jazz Festival, JVC Jazz Festival, and many other local and national venues. Born a minister’s daughter in Utica, N.Y., Wright grew up singing gospel music with her mother as her vocal coach. Over the years Wright has expanded her range of music and is one of the premier jazz, R&B, and gospel vocalists around. In addition to Huff, Wright is working with Jeff Pitchall and Texas Flood, and J Giles of the J Giles Band as a background vocalist. She also has released her debut CD, “Time & Time Again.” Rickert began classical piano studies at age 10 at The Hartt School of Music. He also attended Westminster College and Berklee School of Music. He has performed on the road in the showroom circuit from Miami to Montreal. He performed locally at The Hartford Jazz Festival and at various venues in Connecticut. To purchase tickets in advance, call Cathy Filippone at

Vocalist Theresa Wright 203-753-0381, ext 10, or visit www.mattatuckmuseum.org for more information and to register online. Admission is $7 for museum members and $15 for non-

(billmorgamedia.com photo) members. Join the museum or renew your membership on First Thursday and get in free. The museum is at 144 West Main St. in Waterbury.

Fly Fishing Meeting, Dinner The Housatonic Fly Fishermen’s Association (HFFA) will meet Thursday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m. at St Paul’s Episcopal Church at 65 North Main St. in Wallingford, Conn. The HFFA is dedicated to preserving and protect-

ing the Housatonic River as well as furthering the sport of fly fishing. It meets the first Thursday of the month from September through June, and meetings include featured speakers on various fly fishing subjects, freshand saltwater fly-tying demonstrations, as well as door prizes. At the February meeting, members will talk about the all-important Hendrickson dry fly and nymph along with patterns that are very effective on the Housatonic River. The meeting is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Annual Dinner The HFFA Annual Banquet will

be Saturday, March 31, from 5 to 10 p.m. at Il Monticello at 577 South Broad St. in Meriden Conn. Reservations are required. Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 at the door. A buffet dinner will be served, and there will be a cash bar. The guest speaker will be local guide and author Jeff Yates. A raffle will be held following dinner with prizes for both the fly fisherman and non angler. Reservation forms are available at HFFA.net or by calling 203-530-9984.

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Obituaries Frank Fainelli

Father of Carolyn Kenausis Frank Fainelli, 95, of Ormond Beach, Fla., formerly of Waterbury, died peacefully Jan. 22 at the Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center in Daytona Beach after a brief illness. He was the widower of Alice (Chesney) Fainelli. Services will be in Waterbury today, Friday, Jan. 27. Frank was born Dec. 6, 1916, in Waterbury, the son of the late Olympio and Theresa (DeCapua) Fainelli. He was educated in local schools and was a veteran of the U.S. Army, where he proudly served his country during World War II. Frank worked for many years as a machinist at Anaconda American Brass and retired there in the late 1970s after 30 years of service. He retired to Ormond Beach with a daughter in 1999 after his wife’s passing. “Uncle Frank,” as he was known by many, was happiest when surrounded by his family, grandchildren and neighbors. His generous spirit and gentle nature will live on in the hearts of many. Frank leaves two daughters, Gloria Jean “Bunny” Fainelli of Ormond Beach, Fla., and Carolyn Kenausis of Middlebury; as well as four grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mr. Fainelli will be Friday, Jan. 27, at 11 a.m. at the Casey-O’Donnell Family Funeral Home at 1581 East Main St. in Waterbury. Entombment will follow in Calvary Queen of Peace Mausoleum in Waterbury. Family and friends may visit at the funeral home Friday morning from 10 a.m. until the service. Memorial donations in Frank’s memory may be made to Save the Children, 54 Wilton Road, Westport, CT 06880, www.savethechildren.org. For additional information, to leave an e-condolence, view a family memorial tribute or light a virtual candle, visit www.caseyodonnell. com.

Marie DeFerrari Goodson Mother of Allen DeFerrari

Continued from page 1 “Is it worth it to reduce the budget by $100,000, or are there programs that need work?” Sippy asked. “We’re going to make reductions based on a lot of thought and calculations, not just x plus y equals z.” Sippy said he will discuss class sizes in relation to common core standards at the next BoE meeting, which is Monday, Feb. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in Pomperaug High School All-Purpose Room 103. Bucciarelli thanked Sippy for taking debate on his question and said, “Your presentation was right on track. Our budget decisions are very difficult, and 2 percent of our budget discussions are negotiable. Our hands are tied in many ways.” Member Sharon Guck of Southbury asked how the role of the newly developed enrollment task force, which met for the first time Jan. 23, and comprises parents, administrators and BoE Chairman Janet Butkus of Southbury and member Paul Babarik of Middlebury, would be tied in. Sippy said the task force will examine the impact of enrollment shifts and look at facilities and how well they can accept new programs, i.e., full-day kindergarten. Sippy expects the task force’s work be complete by the end of June. Then, he said, he will digest the information over the summer and present its recommendations to BoE members. The next task force meeting is Monday, Feb. 27, at 5 p.m. in the Pomperaug High School cafeteria.

Mrs. Marie J. (Deschino) DeFerrari Goodson, 94, of Watertown, formerly of Waterbury and Wolcott, died Jan. 19 at Saint Mary’s Hospital. She was the widow of Albert DeFerrari and Alfred Goodson. Her funeral was Jan. 22. Marie was born in Waterbury Sept. 22, 1917, a daughter of the late John and Bluette (Schupbach) Deschino. She was employed at Caldor Department Store until she retired. She was formerly employed at Virjune Manufacturing Company and Rohr Products. She was a member of Christ Church Episcopal; and a member of the choir at Trinity Episcopal Church, St. John the Evangelist Church, and Our Lady of Lourdes Church. She was the president of the Happy Timers Singing Group, which visited many convalescent homes throughout the area performing shows for the patients. She also volunteered for the late Father Graham Aids Respite. She leaves a son, Allen DeFerrari of Middlebury; a daughter, Randa Dobos of Watertown, with whom she lived; her grandchildren, Kevin Dobos and his wife, Erin, of Watertown; and Brenna Nicholson and her husband, Angus, of Naugatuck; and her great-granddaughter, Kaitlyn Marie Dobos of Watertown; a sister, Joan Damelio of Watertown; a sister-inlaw, Lillian Santilli of Waterbury; and nieces and nephews, Lawrence Santilli and his wife, Valerie; Laurine Bow and her husband, Tom; Patsy O’Connell and her husband, Walter; Joan Briotti and her husband, Steve; John Deschino and his wife, Grace; and Todd Deschino; and great nieces and great nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Vincent Deschino. Private burial was in Evergreen Cemetery in Watertown. Contributions in memory of Marie may be made to the family. Chase Parkway Continued from page 1 Memorial/The Albini Family Funeral Home handled the arrangements. drugs, drug paraphernalia or

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alcohol may result in disciplinary action, up to and including suspension or expulsion.” BoE Chairman Janet Butkus of Southbury said the Personnel Policies and Curriculum Committee will take Post’s recommendations under advisement. Until four years ago, when funding for his position was cut from the town budget, Middle-

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Esso station. It became a Sunoco station in 1987. “I’ve enjoyed my customers. I feel bad for them. I used to check all their fluids,” he said, adding that one of his customers started crying when he told her he wouldn’t be selling gas any more. She asked where she could go now to find a full-service gas station. Ford said the nearest fullservice stations are in Southbury, Naugatuck and Waterbury. Although the list of gas prices

is gone from the large Sunoco sign, prices are still listed at the pumps, and cars continue to pull up to them. When they do, either Ford or one of his employees goes out to explain gasoline is not longer available. Ford began working at the station in 1962 and took it over when his dad retired at the age of 76 in 1983. Ford said he began thinking about cutting back four years ago. The main reason for getting out of gasoline sales, Ford said, was he has reached retirement age by a long shot. “You have to start somewhere,” he said, “so I decided to cut out gas sales.”

Now that he took the plunge and stopped selling gas, would he reconsider? “I don’t think I will,” he said, “not after I’ve had a Sunday off.” Ford, who said it’s been four years since he was able to get away to visit his daughter in Florida, is looking forward to celebrating his birthday there this February. He plans to be relaxing on a beach with a margarita and a good book, probably “The Source” or “The Lady with the Dragon Tattoo.” To schedule a car repair or for a tow, call 203-758-2446.

bury Police Officer Ed Demers was the school resource officer at the middle and elementary schools. Middlebury Police Chief Richard Guisti, who served as the school resource officer before Demers, said he couldn’t remember an issue like this in Middlebury schools in the eight years an officer was present. “Having someone there is always being proactive, and we’re in the reactive stage,” Guisti said. “We could’ve had a different end result. Maybe the student wouldn’t have brought it in at all

if there was an officer at school. You don’t know what the price tag is for being proactive, but there is a price tag for being reactive.” Southbury-Middlebury Youth and Family Services (YFS) Executive Director Deirdre Houlihan DiCara heard about the incident during a SMART meeting last Thursday night. “It’s extremely unfortunate that it’s happened,” she said. “But there are programs and opportunities for parents to learn more about substance abuse in our

community.” Last October, YFS and the Local Prevention Council offered a community conversations forum about substance abuse and addiction that few people attended. DiCara said the groups will hold a similar forum at a date and time to be announced. YFS recently hired a licensed drug counselor as a therapist for folks in need. “Whatever we can do to help,” DiCara said, “we’ll do all we can to provide prevention programs and services.”

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Coffeehouse, Simply Smiles fundraiser at Roxbury Church The Holy Java Coffeehouse will be Saturday evening, Jan. 28, at 7 p.m. at the Roxbury Congregational Church at 24 Church St. in Roxbury, Conn. This is a revival of the beloved Holy Java series of youth-run open mic coffeehouses. The church’s Senior Pilgrim Youth Fellowship will sponsor the event. Youth and adults who would like to perform are asked to contact Jeanne at 860-354-7484 or jsteers@me.com. People are encouraged to sign up asap, but drop-ins are welcome. Registration will begin at 6:30 p.m. Individual performers and small groups are welcome. This event is open to people of all ages, and all are invited to attend. This event is free to the public. Refreshments will be available for a nominal fee. For more information, contact the church at 860-355-1978 or youth@roxburychurch.org There also will be a Premier Designs Jewelry Fundraiser for a Simply Smiles trip to South Dakota at the church that evening from 7 to 9 pm. Premier Designs offers high fashion jewelry at an affordable price. Sim-

Two tied to summer crime Middlebury Police arrested Brian Lukosevage, 34, of Watertown and Joseph Noreikis, 31, of Oakville Monday, Jan. 23, and charged them with fifth-degree conspiracy to commit larceny, illegal use of a credit card, third-degree conspiracy forgery, and criminal mischief for per-

sonal items stolen from cars parked at Bally’s Total Fitness over the summer. Police tracked them via items they allegedly bought and sold with the stolen credit cards. Naugatuck police assisted with the investigation. Middlebury Officer Fred Marcantonio investigated.

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An unidentified young man performs at a previous Holy Java Coffeehouse at Roxbury Congregational Church. The church will have a coffeehouse this Saturday. (Submitted photo) ply Smiles Inc. is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to building bright futures while improving the daily lives of impoverished children.A percentage of

the profits from the jewelry sales will be donated to Simply Smiles to offset the costs of students traveling to help people in South Dakota.

If you are unable to attend the fundraiser and would like to place an order or make a donation, please contact Cindy Koslosky at 860-868-1463.

Make 2012 the year you do it yourself When it comes to home relocal code likely will require a pairs and maintenance, you licensed electrician. don’t always need to hire others. • Decorating: Look through Make this the year you do it yourmagazines at the library for self – and save money. ideas that appeal to you. Paint, Here are some projects you wallpaper and new slipcovers can do yourself if you take it one or throw pillows can change step at a time: the look of any room. when the project is too big. If • Install laminate and tile floorHere are some more tips: the project involves pipes that ing: The key is making sure the Some of the big-box hardware bring water into your home or stores have videos on project base flooring preparation is if it involves digging up the how-to, but the best ones are on appropriate for the laminate. yard, it’s too big. Ask questions before you buy YouTube.com, where others have and read the instructions. • Simple electrical repairs: You posted videos of their own. can install a new outlet, dim- You’re also likely to learn more Putting laminate flooring on a mer switch or thermostat. You about what NOT to do by watchplywood subfloor upstairs is can rewire a lamp. Buy a volt- ing these. different than putting down age detector and be sure to cut flooring on concrete in a baseExpand your tool box if you off the power at the circuit need basics such as a hammer, ment. panel. The key is to know when two types of screwdrivers, and • Plumbing: You can repair a a project is out of the range of so on, but borrow any expensive leaky faucet or toilet that keeps your abilities – and safety. For tools you’ll only need once. running, install washers, toilets many electrical projects, your and sinks, and more, but know If you haven’t done a project

before, read the instructions twice. Ask for advice, and get a friend to help. If a friend is doing a new project, offer to lend a hand. You’ll pick up ideas and hints. Take classes: Saturday morning classes at the local big-box store can teach you the basics for various home-repair projects. Rule of thumb: Know your limits so you don’t end up paying more for a professional fix. David Uffington regrets he cannot personally answer reader questions, but he will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Write to him in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475, or send email to columnreply@gmail.com. (c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Friday, January 27, 2012

Salisbury Winter Carnival, Jump Fest ships, where the region’s best will show off their skill and grace, reaching speeds up to 50 miles per hour as they soar more than 200 feet in the air. The Jump Fest will begin Friday, Feb. 10, with a chili cook-off at 6:30 p.m. followed by target jumping under the lights starting at 7 p.m. On Saturday, the Salisbury Invitational Competition for juniors will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It features 20- and 30-meter jumps and leaps of 65 to 98 feet. Sunday brings the Eastern U.S. Ski Jumping Championships starting at 1 p.m., where everyone will be aiming to beat the course record, an impressive 231-foot jump. Saturday also will bring an event that has become a tradition along with ski jumping, the 11th annual Ice Carving Competition from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of Salisbury’s Scoville Memorial Library. Another tradition, open to all, is the Snow Ball Dance with live music, to be held at the Lakeville Firehouse on Saturday night at 8 p.m. The all-volunteer Salisbury Winter Sports Association, longtime boosters of the sport and hosts of the annual championships, provides cross-country and jumping equipment and training to area children and

Pomperaug High School Varsity Games Jan. 28 to Feb. 4, 2012 Boys Basketball

Tuesday, Jan. 31................... Weston (H)............................................ 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3........................ Newtown (A).......................................... 7 p.m.

Girls Basketball

Tuesday, Jan. 31................... Weston (A)............................................ 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3........................ Newtown (H)......................................... 7 p.m.

Cheerleading

Saturday, Jan. 28................. SWC Cheer Championship (A)............... 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31................... Weston (H)............................................ 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3........................ Newtown (H)......................................... 7 p.m.

Gymnastics

Tuesday, Jan. 31................... Wilton, et al (H)..................................... 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3........................ Trumbull, et al (A).................................. 4 p.m.

Ice Hockey

Saturday, Jan. 28................. New Fairfield-Immaculate (H)........... 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4................... Newington-Berlin (A)........................ 8:30 p.m.

Boys Indoor Track

Saturday, Feb. 4................... SWC Championships (A).................. 5:30 p.m.

Girls Indoor Track

maintains cross-country ski trails at several sites in town. For happy viewing, the association recommends spectators dress warmly in lots of layers and bring a cowbell, the traditional way to cheer on jumpers. Hot food and beverages will be available starting about 10 a.m. each day to help watchers keep warm. Limited bleacher seating is provided, or viewers can bring their own lawn chairs. Admission is $12 for adults; 12 and under are free. Satre Hill is on Indian Cave Road off Route 44 in Salisbury. Signs in the center of Salisbury point the way to ample free parking. For more information on the ski jumping competitions, see jumpfest.org, call the Western Connecticut Visitors Bureau at 860-567-4506, or go to www. litchfieldhills.com. The Visitors Bureau also offers a free copy of UNWIND, a 112-page color guide to lodging and dining and other regional attractions in the Litch- A ski jumper prepares to take flight. The Eastern U.S. Ski Jumping Championships will be in Salisbury, Conn., Feb. 10 to 12. (Submitted photo) field Hills.

Middlebury Parks & Recreation First Aid Classes

lated laughter in a group setting dents, so please register early. Instructor Terry Schmidt will that provides health and psycho- The fee is $112 for residents; $122 teach Adult CPR/AED Tuesday, logical benefits to its partici- for nonresidents for six classes. Jan. 31, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; pants. Youth Dance Program Infant/child CPR Thursday, Feb. Guitar Lessons Instructor Linda Rice offers a 2, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; and Woodbury Music Shop coStandard First Aid Tuesday, Feb. owner David Zemper will teach variety of dance classes (tap, bal7, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. All beginner/intermediate guitar let and jazz) on various days of classes will be at Shepardson lessons for youth and adults this the week starting Monday, Feb. Center in Room 4. The per-class winter. Classes for youth ages 8 6, in Room 8 at Shepardson. Refee is $82 for residents; $92 for to 13 will meet Saturdays, Feb. 4 turning students please note: Payment is due prior to first class. nonresidents. to March 17, from 10 to 11 a.m. No classes Feb. 13 and 20 and in Room 28 at Shepardson Com- April 6 and 16 to 20. Laughter Yoga munity Center (No class Feb. 25). Instructor Kristin Barber will Classes for adults age 20 and Connecticut teach laughter yoga for students up will meet Wednesdays, Feb. Combination 1-Day age 21 and up alternating Satur- 8 to March 14, from 7 to 8 p.m. Safe Boating & PWC days starting Feb. 4 and ending in Room 7 at Shepardson ComCertification Course April 14 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. munity Center. The fee is $50 for residents and The classes will cover tuning, This single session, 8-hour $60 nonresidents for six classes. scales, rhythm, chords and tech- course for ages 12 to adult will Please note: Classes meet EVERY niques. No experience is neces- be taught by Professional Marine OTHER Saturday, sary, and guitars are available to Education Saturday, Feb. 18, Laughter Yoga combines yoga rent for $35 per month. Class from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in breathing exercises and simu- sizes are limited to four to 10 stu- Shepardson Community Center,

Choices for blocked leg artery

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am a Saturday, Feb. 4................... SWC Championships (A).................. 5:30 p.m. 74-year-old male and have been diagnosed with peripheral artery Boys Swimming disease, PAD. I have a complete Tuesday, Jan. 31................... Bethel (A).............................................. 4 p.m. occlusion of the main artery just above the knee. What, in your Wrestling Saturday, Jan. 28................. Eastern Duels (A).................................. 9 a.m. opinion, are the chances of getWednesday, Feb. 1............... Newtown (H)......................................... 6 p.m. ting through the blockage with Saturday, Feb. 4................... Seymour Duels (A).............................. 10 a.m. angioplasty? There is constant soreness in my calf, even at rest. (H) Home (A) Away Is that caused by the blockage? Will cilostazol (Pletal) and Crestor possibly dissolve some stay informed all week long! of the blockage? – J.C. FOLLOW US at ANSWER: Peripheral artery diswww.twitter.com/ ease, PAD, is also called peripheral vascular disease. It’s an obmbinews struction to the flow of blood keep up to date with breaking news, through a leg artery. The obweather alerts, traffic advisories and more. struction is a buildup of choles-

terol, fats and various other blood elements. Between ages 60 and 65, 4 percent of adults have it, and by the time people reach 80, 20 percent or more are victims of it. Its chief sign is intermittent claudication, which is pain in leg muscles, quite often the calf muscles, when a person is active. Many can predict almost to a specified number of steps when the pain will arise. Once the person rests, pain usually lasts minutes, but it can take 20 or more minutes to leave. It returns when the person begins to walk again. I can’t say definitely if your constant calf pain is due to PAD; it might be. Ankle blood pressure is a valuable test for detecting PAD. Normally, the ankle pressure should be close to the arm blood pressure. A lower ankle pressure indicates an obstruction in a leg artery. Your medicines cilostazol and Crestor won’t completely dissolve the buildup in your leg artery, but they’ll keep it from growing larger. Crestor might reduce the size somewhat. You can help matters by watching your cholesterol; eating a diet that emphasizes grains, fruits and vegetables; controlling your blood pressure; and controlling your blood sugar if you have diabetes. Walking is an exercise that is most helpful. Angioplasty is one option for

you. It will get through the buildup. It’s the same procedure used to open heart arteries with a balloon-equipped catheter that is threaded to the blockage through a surface artery. The balloon is opened at the obstruction, and often a stent is left in the artery. A stent is a wire device that keeps the artery opened. Surgical replacement of the clogged segment of artery with a graft is another option. The location and extent of disease determine which is the better choice. The booklet on PAD explains this common condition in detail. To obtain a copy, write to Dr. Donohue – No. 109W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My boyfriend’s feet sweat terribly. His socks are wringing wet when he takes his shoes off after running. I have told him to wear cotton socks, and he made the change. I don’t see any improvement. Would a different kind of sock be better? – H.M. ANSWER: Acrylic is a better material. It wicks moisture away from the feet. Dusting powders and a change of socks will improve the situation. Have him carry an extra pair with him when he runs. Damp feet invite fungal infections. Dr. Donohue regrets he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2012 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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Fitness at the Edge Classes The following classes for ages 16 and up will be offered at the women-only Fitness at the Edge facility in Middlebury Edge at 1625 Straits Turnpike in Middlebury: Step-n-Weights Mondays, Feb. 6 to March 12, from 4:30 to 5 p.m.; Zumba Fridays, Feb. 3 to March 23, from 9:30 – 10 a.m.; Pilates Reformer Bar Thursdays, Feb. 9 to March 1, from 5 to 5:50 p.m.; Kickin’ Boot Camp Wednesdays, Feb. 8 to March 14, from 5 to 5:30 p.m.; and Spinning Express aka Group Spinning Mondays, Feb. 6 to March 12, from 5:30 to 6 p.m. Call 203-598-7721 for more information.

1. Who holds the Giants’ record for most career RBIs? 2. The Houston Astros had four different managers during the 1980s. Name two of them. 3. When was the last time before 2010 Army’s football team played in a bowl game? 4. In the 2009-10 season, the New Jersey Nets became the fifth team in NBA history to lose at least 70 games in a season. Name two of the other four. 5. Chris Osgood is one of six NHL goaltenders to have won 400-plus games and three Stanley Cups during their careers. Name three of the other five. 6. How many times has Jamaican runner Usain Bolt won Athlete of the Year from the International Association of Athletics Federation? 7. In 2011, the LPGA’s Yani Tseng, at 22, became the youngest golfer to win five career major titles. Who had been the youngest?

Answers: 1. Mel Ott with 1,860 RBIs. 2. Bill Virdon (1980-82), Bob Lillis (1982-85), Hal Lanier (1986-88) and Art Howe (1989). 3. It was 1996 (Independence Bowl). 4. Philadelphia (9-73 in 197273), Dallas (11-71 in 1992-93), Denver (11-71 in 1997-98) and the Los Angeles Clippers (1270 in 1986-87). 5. Martin Brodeur, Patrick Roy, Terry Sawchuk, Jacques Plante and Grant Fuhr. 6. Three times, including 2011. 7. Tiger Woods at age 24.

A new Winter Carnival Weekend Saturday, Jan. 28, and Sunday, Jan. 29, will be a festive prelude to the annual Jumpfest Ski Jumping Championships Feb. 10 to 12 in Salisbury, the town in Connecticut’s Litchfield Hills that has been a mecca for ski jumping for nearly a century. The Carnival Weekend highlight will be a wacky Gelande Jumping Exhibition Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event, also known as “Alpine Skiing” is where skiers burdened with downhill equipment try to emulate ski jumpers who later demonstrate what it takes to excel at this challenging sport. Another new event debuting this year will be the Human Dogsled Race featuring five people pulling a sixth on a sled over a .5k course. The race will be held around 2 p.m. Sunday after the Gelande Jumping. In addition, activities for youngsters such as ice carving and the Children’s Ski Jumping Meet from 1 to 3 p.m. have been planned. Admission to all events is $10 for adults; children 12 years old and under get in free. The 86th annual Jump Fest Feb. 10 to 12 at John Satre Memorial Hill in Salisbury will feature the Eastern U.S. Champion-

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Termite troubles

What do I need to look for when checking around my house for termites? – Jason in Tampa, Fla.

Inspecting your home for termite infestation on a regular basis can make a big difference in the amount you’d have to pay to eradicate them should there be a problem. Most homeowners aren’t able to decisively confirm a termite infestation exists, but there are telltale signs to watch for: • Dirt tunnels on the house’s masonry foundation and on pipes traveling through the foundation. • Crumbly areas inside masonry cracks or holes. • Small dirt-like formations inside cracks or holes. These could be termite nests. • In wooden areas of the house, especially those close to the

By Samantha Mazzotta ground, look for rotten or decayed spots. Use a pocketknife to poke into the spot; if it penetrates a half-inch or more, you might have a termite problem. If you notice any of these suspicious signs, contact an exterminator to do a more thorough inspection of your house and start treating for termites. Be sure to get a written estimate of the work to be done before allowing the exterminator to start treatment. How do you prevent termites? In addition to scheduling a professional inspection and preventive treatment once per year,

keep moisture from affecting the house – particularly at the foundation. Don’t allow standing water near the foundation. If that’s a problem after rains, improve drainage away from the area. Trim back hedges and plants to about 1 foot from the foundation so pests can’t work their way into the house from them. Fill and seal cracks in outside masonry. Send your questions or tips to ask@thisisahammer.com, or write This Is a Hammer, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

If termites are a big problem in your area, talk to a contractor about installing a sand barrier around your home’s foundation, a method that will discourage the pests from getting into your house.

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Waterbury “That’s Life! Stories and Songs of Tony Bennett, Dean Martin, and Frank Sinatra” Saturday, Feb. 4, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 5, at 2 p.m. at Seven Angels Theatre. TelArc Tony DeSare’s and Tom Santopietro’s new show intersperses amusing and revelatory anecdotes from Waterbury native Santopietro’s book, “Sinatra in Hollywood,” and singer/pianist DeSare’s new take on crooner classics. Tickets are $27.50 at the box office on Plank Road, 203-757-4676 or SevenAngelsTheatre.org.

“Shrek the Musical” national Broadway tour Friday and Saturday, Feb. 10 and 11, at the Palace Theater. “Shrek the Musical” is based on the story and characters from William Steig’s book and the first chapter of the DreamWorks Animation “Shrek” film series. Set in a faraway kingdom turned upside down, the musical tells the story of a swamp-dwelling ogre who goes on a life-changing adventure to reclaim the deed to his land. Joined by a wise-cracking donkey, this unlikely hero fights a fearsome dragon, rescues a feisty princess and learns that real friendship and true love aren’t only found in fairy tales. Tickets are on sale at 203-346-2000, www.palacetheaterct.org or the box office at 100 East Main St. in Waterbury. Groups of 15 or more should call the group sales hotline at 203-346-2011. The theater is offering a 50-percent discount on family four packs of tickets for the Friday and Saturday evening performances. The offer is valid on select mezzanine seating and only available by phone or in person.

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Dragon roars in the Chinese New Year

Cat-proofing your house DEAR PAW’S CORNER: A friend of mine recently commented that when she brought her new cat home last year, she immediately had to put protective caps on all the electrical outlets because the cat kept trying to stick her claws into them. Do cats really do that? Mine doesn’t. – Sarah in Burlington, Vt. DEAR SARAH: It’s not unheard of, as cats are curious, like to explore and often find certain things fascinating (while being totally uninterested in other things, like the expensive catnip-infused designer mouse I bought for my cat last Christmas. Not that I’m bitter about that). Because of this, and because no one is ever totally sure what a cat will take a keen interest in, cat-proofing the areas in which your cat roams is essential. Make sure it can’t access the places where you store cleaning supplies or human food (some of which can be poisonous to cats). Put houseplants, particularly those from the lily family, out of reach – or even better, out of the

have already decorated the house with red lanterns and ornaments More than a billion Asians in the shape of pineapples and around the globe began their 15tangerines. These fruits are signifiday celebration of the Chinese cant because the Chinese words New Year, also called Spring for “pineapple” and “tangerine” Festival, Jan. 23. The celebration sound like the words for “good can include floats and parades, fortune” and “prosperity.” Some large family “reunion dinners,” families write poems about good visits to the Buddhist or Taoist fortune, called spring couplets, on temples to pay homage to the anbanners for their front door. cestors, and displays of fireworks The Yongs were able to find to scare away evil spirits. most of the ingredients they need Among the celebrants are for their New Year’s dinner at A Shelly and Kim Yong of Southbury Dong, a Chinese market in West (citizens of Taiwan and Singapore, Hartford. Common foods served respectively) and their children, at a reunion dinner include: a hot Joseph, 2, and Rachel, 1. pot, like a meat fondue; cauliThis year is a very special year, flower, a symbol of wealth; pork; the year of the dragon. Of the 12 dumplings; chicken, symbolizing animals in the Chinese lunar calfamily unity; pigs’ feet; fish; and endar, the dragon is considered sticky rice cakes for dessert. the wealthiest and the most powShelly said her mother always erful. Before the communist takemade an alcoholic beverage from over in 1949, the dragon also was fermented plums to accompany the symbol of the emperor. the meal. Kim said, “Guests should The other 11 animals in the not eat all the food at the meal, but calendar are ordinary animals, rather should save some to symincluding the goat, admired for bolize that there will be a surplus diligence and calm; the ox, a hard of food for the year.” worker; the rat, who is wise and The myth surrounding the New fast; and the rabbit, who is loving Year’s festivities is a monster and gentle. Because it is considnamed Nian came down to earth ered a good omen to be born in to eat the Asian people. Most of the year of the dragon, many them ran away, but one grandJoseph Yong, 2, of Southbury enjoys dressing in his special Asian women of childbearing age mother stayed because she could red and gold outfit to celebrate the Chinese New Year. are praying to have a “dragon not run. When a gentleman came (Submitted photo) baby.” In some areas, birth rates by, she gave him dumplings to eat; are expected to spike at least 10 because of her goodness, her life percent, and many hospital maternity wards employees get a 10-day holiday, and chil- was spared. To wish someone a happy new in China are already booked through dren get a month’s vacation from school to year in Chinese, say “Jong xi!” which means, celebrate the New Year. The Yongs will have “Congratulations for not getting eaten by August. In many Asian countries, government their “reunion dinner” this weekend. They the monster!” By MARY CONSEUR

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