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Selectmen discuss police radio issues and more By KATHLEEN RIEDEL The Middlebury Board of Selectmen (BoS), meeting Tuesday night due to the Monday Labor Day holiday, considered appointments and resignations, resident Polly Wilson’s letter concerning her paper street, Winchester Electronics’ application for the town’s first business tax incentive, proposed revisions to the Town of Middlebury Charter and changes to the Middlebury Police Department radio system. The subject most likely of interest to readers – problems with the Middlebury police radio system – was not discussed until public comments, the last item on the agenda. Reporters asked the BoS about the status of changes being made to the Middlebury Police Department radio system to correct problems with faulty transmissions in some parts of town. A memo about the police radio problems Officer Edward C. Demers sent to Police Chief Richard Guisti on behalf of the rank and file of the Middlebury Police Department May 25, 2012, was included in Tuesday night’s handouts. The memo said copies went to the police commissioners and First Selectman Edward B. St. John, but St. John said he did not receive a copy until July 25, 2012. St. John said he took action as soon as he became aware of the problems. The memo said the safety of officers and residents was at risk because information from dispatchers was being distorted and garbled by the new high-band radios. It said sometimes there is no communication because the portable radios don’t function properly. Officers then have to use their cell phones to communicate. That means they can be unable to communicate at all if they also are in a cell phone dead zone. On Aug. 29, at the second of two meetings St. John called, the BoS, Motorola (Northeast Communications), and police, fire and public works department
representatives determined the Breakneck Hill Road transmit-and-receive site was not working properly due to interference from foliage. St. John said that site has been taken offline and relocated to the police station. He said transmit-receive equipment will be moved to the tower at town hall, but the town is waiting for a proposal from Motorola before proceeding. He said the fire department and public works already use the tower at town hall for radio transmissions. The impact of the move to town hall will be assessed, and then the goal will be to have simulcast capabilities from three or four sites in town, St. John said. Multiple simulcast sites will ensure there are no dead zones in town. St. John said, “Whatever we do to correct this problem, we will spend nowhere near the amount of money that was originally proposed for the project.” He said the project is made easier and less expensive because it mostly entails relocating existing equipment rather than purchasing new equipment. St. John said he hoped the project would be completed before winter. Earlier in the meeting, Richard H. Nicol’s (R) resignation from the Greater Waterbury Cable Council was approved, but his appointment as a Northwest Connecticut Public Safety Communications representative to replace Brett Kales was tabled because two Republicans are seeking the one position. The appointment will be referred back to the Middlebury Republican Town Committee for resolution. Added to the agenda were the appointments of Terrence S. McAuliffe (R) to the Greater Waterbury Cable Council, Joseph Mansini (R) to the Beautification Commission and Paul Dente (R) to the Water Commission. All were approved. The Board also approved James G. Crocicchia’s reappoint-
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Region 15 bus driver Sherry greets, left to right, Cooper, Kira and Sophia as they get ready to board the bus for their first day of school. Summer vacation may have ended, but the trio seems happy to be headed back to the classroom. (Frank Gilroy photo)
ment to the Conservation Commission for the term of July 1, 2012, through July 1, 2017. Resident Polly Wilson sent a letter to the BoS asking that ownership of her paper street be turned over to her. A paper street is a street that appears on maps but does not exist in reality. Wilson said she had maintained the street, which goes nowhere but to her home, since 1969. She said the town currently gets no taxes from the land and would benefit by getting taxes for the land if she owned it. St. John said of Wilson’s request, “It takes a substantial amount of time to do these things.” He suggested her request be tabled until needed approvals from town commissions and officials can be obtained. Next, the BoS considered a recommendation from the Economic and Industrial Develop-
ment Commission (EIDC) that the Winchester Electronics’ Tax Incentive Application be reviewed and approved by the BoS. It would then go to a special town meeting for final approval and implementation. St. John said he and his executive secretary, Barbara Whitaker, attended the special Aug. 27 EIDC meeting, at which the EIDC determined the application was “comprehensive, complete, filed appropriately and in compliance with the Tax Incentive Policy requirements.” St. John said the matter appears very straightforward, but he asked selectmen to defer any further discussion until the next BoS meeting so the EIDC can have representatives at the meeting to make a formal presentation for approval by the BoS. St. John said the BoS intends to work with “the utmost of professionalism and diligence to
move the process as quickly as possible.” All revisions to the Town of Middlebury Charter, as recommended by the Charter Revision Committee, were approved by all three selectmen for the Nov. 4, 2012, ballot. Selectman Ralph Barra confirmed completion of projects to help Richardson Drive residents enter Route 63 – clearing of vegetation, rearrangement of the signage and the police department’s plans to patrol the area. He said it was not possible to have a stop sign installed at the intersection. Barra said phase one for the new soccer field project at Mary I. Johnson Park is waiting for soil test results. Then he announced a “Lights on the Greenway” meeting will be held the fourth Wednesday of the month (Sept. 26) at 7 p.m. at Shepardson for
those interested in joining the committee. The committee will work on getting lights installed on portions of the Greenway. During public comments, Selectman Elaine Strobel said the transfer station is for Middlebury residents only, and that rule will be enforced. All residents are to display their stickers on the windshields of their cars. If they prefer to keep their permit in their glove box, Strobel said they should place it on their dashboard, much like a parking lot permit, before they enter the facility. Strobel said it saves the town money when the transfer station handles only Middlebury’s solid waste and not that of other towns as well. The next regular BoS meeting will be Monday, Sept. 17, at 6 p.m. in the Town Hall Conference Room.
It Happened in Middlebury
William Martin Shepardson (1864-1944) By DR. ROBERT L. RAFFORD Among Middlebury’s most illustrious citizens, William Martin Shepardson ranks high on the list. Most Middlebury residents know his name because the community center building is named in his honor, as is the Shepardson Haven picnic area on Route 64. William was born in Sharon, Mass., in 1864, the son of David Martin and Lucy (Belcher) Shepardson. He married Olive Gertrude Hamlin, a native of Plantsville, in 1901. William spent most of his boyhood in Warwick, Mass.; he was graduated
William Martin Shepardson
from the Powell Institute in Bernardston, Mass., and from Massachusetts Agricultural College with a bachelor’s degree in science. In 1895, he came to Middlebury to work as a landscape gardener on the estate of John Howard and Julia (Spencer) Whittemore, who had built their summer home on the eastern shores of Lake Quassapaug. He then became superintendent of Tranquillity farm. According to his obituary in the Waterbury Republican, he continued in that capacity for many years and also “helped with the planning and development of Laurel Beach, Milford.”
J. H. Whittemore was instrumental in the founding and building of Westover School in 1909, so Shepardson planned and supervised the grading and planting; he also supervised the planting along Whittemore Road, at Hop Brook Park and many of the buildings in Naugatuck, projects no doubt spurred on by Whittemore’s great interest in the improvement of our two towns. Shepardson devoted a great deal of time to the acquisition of land for the Naugatuck State Forest and building roads at High Rock Park. Like his employer, J. H. Whittemore, Shepardson was very involved in the improvement of our commu-
nity and served as first selectman for 16 years; he also was chairman of the school board for many years, where, no doubt, he had much collaboration with Mary I. Johnson, another member. William and Olive had two daughters, Florence and Esther. Esther was the mother of Lewis Shepardson “Shep” Clark and Malcolm S. Clark, our former first selectman. Rafford is the Middlebury Historical Society president and Middlebury’s municipal historian. Visit MiddleburyHistoricalSociety.org or call Rafford at 203-206-4717 to join the society.
Book Review.....................2 Adoptable Pets..................8 Classifieds.........................7 Community Calendar.........2 Computer Tip....................4 Fire Log.............................2 In Brief..............................4 Library Happenings............3
Library Lines......................2 Nuggets for Life................6 Obituaries.........................5 Puzzles.............................7 Region 15 Calendar..........3 Senior Center News...........2 Varsity Sports Calendar......6 Watertown Events.............5
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When: 4 to 8 p.m. What: Sponsored by the Middlebury Volunteer Fire Department (MVFD) Where: MVFD firehouse on Tucker Hill Road
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Middlebury Volunteer Fire Department Call Log Date 8/27/12 8/29/12 8/29/12
Time Address/Incident ---- I-84 East. Rollover with entrapment. 10:27 Straits Turnpike. Motor vehicle accident. 10:39 I-84 East. Vehicle fire. Fire was already extinguished upon arrival. 16:19 Southford Road. Motor vehicle accident with injuries. 17:46 Straits Turnpike. Fully involved car fire. 12:31 Routes 63 and 64. Motor vehicle accident. No injuries. 14:49 489 Middlebury Road. Motor vehicle accident. Minor. 16:52 7 George St. Activated fire alarm. Food on the stove. 11:11 Straits Turnpike at Turnpike Drive. Two-car motor vehicle accident with injuries. 16:27 I-84 East. Motor vehicle accident. 19:45 760 South St. Fire alarm activation. Faulty detector.
Friday, September 7, 2012
Middlebury Senior Center News Pizza and a Movie Enjoy a free movie, “Crazy Stupid Love” starring Steve Carell, Julianne Moore and Marisa Tomei (2011), Monday, Sept. 10, at 11:30 a.m. Pizza is $1.50 a slice. Call 203-577-4166 by Friday, Sept. 7, to order your pizza slices.
The $35 cost for the class includes the class instruction book. For reservations, call the Middlebury Senior Center at 203577-4166.
Basic Computer Security
Tai Chi-Certified Instructor Sherry Galvin will lead 12 classes. The cost is $30 per person. Call 203-577-4166 to sign up.
Live Well Program The Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging, Connecticut Department of Social Services Aging Services Division and Connecticut Department of Public Health are sponsoring a Live Well program Thursdays, Sept. 13 to Oct. 18, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Naugatuck YMCA at 284 Church St. in Naugatuck. This free six-week Live Well Workshop is for people with ongoing health conditions like diabetes, depression, heart disease, arthritis, pain and anxiety or those caring for someone with an ongoing health condition. To sign up, call Shari Galvin 203729-6922.
Don will teach basic computer 8/29/12 security Wednesday, Sept. 12, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Learn how Learn about 8/29/12 to avoid computer bugs and atFruits and Veggies 8/30/12 tacks and protect your data while Tuesday, Sept. 11, at 11:30 a.m. online. The cost for the oneat the Middlebury Senior Center, session class is $10. 8/30/12 learn why it is important to eat more fruits and vegetables, what Basic Emailing 8/30/12 to do when you are on a budget Don will teach simple tips and and how many fruits and vege8/31/12 tricks for attaching photos, files tables you need each day! and data to email Thursday, Sept. 9/01/12 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Learn Basic Computer Class 13, email protocol and etiquette. Set 9/01/12 The “Beginning Computer up contact, event and birthday Fundamentals” class will start reminders easily. Find email proMonday, Sept. 10, from 1 to 3 viders that suit you. The cost for p.m. This class is for fairly new the one-session class is $10. users who want to learn the beMonday, September 10 ginning basics of using a comIce Cream Social Tai Chi Starts Sept. 12 Board of Education puter. It is a good introduction In recognition of Senior Tai Chi classes will begin 6 p.m........................................................................................Central Office for those who want to go on and Wednesday, Sept. 12, at 11 a.m. Month, the Middlebury Senior Police Commission take the “Course in Computer 6 p.m.............................................................. Town Hall Conference Room Fundamentals” for more indepth instruction. Tuesday, September 11 The cost is $25. Call 203-577Democratic Town Committee 4166 to reserve your seat.
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7:30 p.m...................................................................... Shepardson Room 27 Republican Town Committee 7:30 p.m..................................................................... Shepardson, Room 26 Library Board of Directors 6:30 p.m............................................................. Middlebury Public Library Mental Health Support Group 6 p.m......................................... Russell Place, 1F, 969 W. Main, Waterbury
Center will have an ice cream social Wednesday, Sept. 19, at 11 a.m. to honor our seniors. Please call 203-577-4166 if you would like to attend.
Mobile Food Bank The Connecticut Food Bank provides a mobile food pantry that travels from town to town. It is free, and there are no eligibility requirements. The closest locations to Middlebury are: Waterbury Police Activity League at 64 Division St. in Waterbury at 10:30 a.m. the first Thursday each month. Southbury Senior Center at 561 Main St. South in Southbury at 1 p.m. every third Thursday of the month.
Flu Shots Flu shots will be offered at the senior center in October. The date(s) and time(s) have not yet been announced.
Basic Digital Photography
Don will teach basic digital photography Tuesday, Sept. 11, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Learn the basics of taking, managing, printing Wednesday, September 12 and attaching your photos to emails. The cost for the one-sesLand Preservation & Open Space 6:15 p.m......................................................... Town Hall Conference Room sion class is $10. Board of Finance 7 p.m........................................................................... Shepardson Room 26
Computer Fundamentals
Thursday, September 13
Bob Baron will resume his “Computer Fundamentals” class Wednesday, Sept. 12, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eight classes will cover Sunday, September 16 an introduction to the computer, St. John of the Cross Apple Harvest Festival 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.......................................... Shepardson Community Center the purpose of the operating system, Microsoft Works word proCalendar dates/times are subject to change cessing with special attention to If your organization would like your event included in the community calendar, please e-mail the information to beeintelligencer@gmail.com the keyboard, introduction to the Works database, file management (how to create system folders to store information), introduction to the Internet and how to find information there and By Dave Freer email. (Pyr, $16.95) Reviewed by Ealish Waddell Parks and Recreation 7 p.m............................................................................. Shepardson Room 1
Book Review
“Cuttlefish”
Not long ago, on an alternate version of Earth, coal still runs the world ... but its extended use has led to environmental catastrophe and the Big Melt, in which nations flooded and governments collapsed. The mighty British Empire still reigns, keeping a tyrannical stranglehold on much of the world’s supply of fuel and food. But in the deep canals of a now-flooded London, defiance stays alive. A network of rebel submarines smuggles contraband around the world, up to and including people – which is a good thing for Clara and her mother. Pursued for the valuable scientific knowledge inside her mother’s head, the two are fugitives from what seems to be the entire world and searching for a safe harbor from which to mount a revolution. Tim, born a London tunnel rat, is now a cadet on the submarine Cuttlefish. Originally derided for his dark skin and his naval inexperience, he quickly
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his month will begin a new focus: After the library moves, I will not have access to the complete collection at all times, so from now until the building project is complete, we will be looking at only new fiction and non-fiction added to the collection. This is an exciting time for us, and we hope you will join us in our new temporary facility and help recreate that wonderful book-loving atmosphere we have always enjoyed on Crest Road. That being said, new books have arrived and it’s Christmas! Colorful book jackets from exciting new authors sit side by side with favorite familiar authors and their new offerings – thrilling to see them all! If you don’t find the following books in the new book area, ask us to place a reserve for you, or you can go online and place it yourself. If you are a mystery buff, surely the name of Simon Brett is well-known. This king of whodunnits has given us many Charles Paris and Mrs. Pargenter mysteries, but check out the sister/brother team of Blotto and Twinks in “Blotto, Twinks and the Dead Dowager Duchess” (BRE). There are a slew of books featuring this dynamic duo. We have only this and one other (“Blotto, Twinks and the Ex -King’s Daughter”), but we can always request more from other libraries. They are light reading and easy to put down and pick up at any time – especially if the Sox are on a streak!
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Stephen King is a prolific writer and also enjoys an avid following here. The month of May brought “The Wind Through the Keyhole” (KIN) in his Dark Tower fantasy world – not a continuation of the series, but an offshoot that can stand alone. The beautiful artwork on the cover lures you into the inside to become reacquainted with Roland and his band. In July, King published “11/22/63” (KIN): an unfortunate date many of us remember and associate with the assassination of President John F. Kennedy – as does the plot of this book. W.E.B. Griffin and son William E. Butterworth IV continue the “Men at War” series with a new release, “The Spymasters.” Griffin weaves this tale around two key issues: Operation Overlord’s invasion of France and the Manhattan Project to build the atom bomb. Spies! Sabotage! Russians! Bombs! This author is well known for his depth of understanding of the military and war games as well as writing a ripping good tale. “The Third Gate” (CHI) by Lincoln Child is another blockbuster bestseller by a well-known author. Egyptian curses threaten a modern-day world, and treasure hunters need the help of an “enigmalogist” (must be a cre-
ated occupation – but how interesting!) to solve the inexplicable … This one is coming home with me for the weekend. Switching to non-fiction, the first book I see is the brand new “Dearie: The Remarkable Life of Julia Child” (641.50958 SPI) written by Bob Spitz. Our fascination with Julia Child is never-ending – a spy in World War II turned internationally known chef? How much more interesting can a person be? Note especially the endpapers – they appear to be notes written by Julia Child for her television show about how the action and cooking should move along – so amazing! This book was written very well by someone equally as smitten with Julia Child. A very different kind of memoir about another cook is “Yes, Chef” (641.5092 SAM) by Marcus Samuelsson. This is a fascinating story of one man’s struggle in the cutthroat world of many-starred restaurants. From Ethiopia to success in New York City, Samuelsson relates his journey as an aspiring energetic chef with vision and taste. Our cupcake contest is coming up this month, and we have two new additions for contestants to get ideas for baking. “Special Cupcakes” (641.8 SWE) by Wendy Sweetser offers unique
flavor combinations (think dark chocolate and chili!) as well as terrific decorating ideas. More elaborate decorating ideas can be found in “Celebrate With Cupcakes” (641.8653 SMI) by Lindy Smith. Most decorations are sugar paste, and the emphasis is on that medium, but you will find basic cupcake recipes here also. You need to exercise all those cupcake calories away with a plan by Gretchen Reynolds, “The First 20 Minutes: Surprising Science Reveals How We Can Exercise Better, Train Smarter and Live Longer” (613.7 REY). Scientifically plan your workout and get more out of it by following simple strategies outlined and supported by the author. Learn the “why” behind working out. Now the library is fully staffed (hallelujah!), we can return to focusing on assisting patrons and doing what we do best – recommending good reads and, hopefully, finding interesting programming for adults and children alike! Any suggestions from the public are welcome. Please see me or call me at the library any weekday. 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 203-7582634.
Area Farmers’ Markets Middlebury Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (weather permitting) Vaszauskas Farm Stand, across from the Middlebury Recreation Area on Rte. 64 (Senior discount of 10 percent offered. Vouchers also accepted.)
Waterbury Tuesdays to Oct. 30, 2 to 5 p.m. Washington Park House on Sylvan Ave. Thursdays to Nov. 1, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. On the Green on West Main Street
Naugatuck Thursdays to October, 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sundays, 9:30 Brass Mill Center, west parking lot a.m. to 1 p.m. to October. Watertown On the Green on Church Street Saturdays to Sept. 29, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Southbury Watertown library parking lot at 470 Main St. Thursdays to Oct. 11, 2 to 6 p.m. Southbury Town Hall at 501 Main St. South
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National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Sept. 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days Sept. 16 and Sept. 18, respectively. And Columbus Day, or Día de la Raza, is Oct. 12. Registration is required. Call the Southbury Library at 203262-0626, ext. 130.
Weekly Programs Monday, Sept. 10, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Travel DVD on giant screen with surround sound in the Larkin Room – Joanna Lumley’s “Greek Odyssey.” Chess with Mike: Beginners welcome. 1 p.m.: Stroll through the stacks with Lesley and talk about favorite authors and books. Tuesday, Sept. 11, 6:30 p.m.: Drop-in knitting with Miss Ann. Tuesday and Thursday, Sept. 11 and 13, at 3 and 7 p.m.: Ask Mike! E-reader and computer questions and instruction. Signup required. Wednesday, Sept. 12, 11:30 a.m.: Wii fun time for all ages. Supervision required. Thursday, Sept. 13, 4 p.m.: Fourth annual bake-your-bestcupcake contest! All ages are welcome to enter or come purchase cupcakes to benefit the Friends of Middlebury Library! 4 p.m.: Stroll through the stacks with Lesley. Friday, Sept. 14, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Video in the Larkin Room. National Geographic’s “Asteroids: Deadly Impact.” Chess with Mike: beginners welcome. 12:30 p.m.: Newest release movie for adults. Bring a bag lunch and enjoy the giant screen. If you have any suggestions for movies, let us know.
Tuesday Bookworms Tuesday, Sept. 11, at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday Bookworms will have a birthday party with a scavenger hunt and party treats. Book discussions will resume in October. This program is for readers in the fourth grade and higher.
Naugatuck Teens and Tweens Arts and Crafts Programs Tuesday, Sept. 11, at 4:30 p.m., teens and tweens will make Styrofoam prints of their art work. Discover the fun of creating a print from scratch. Please bring in a piece of Styrofoam. Let’s reuse and recycle and make art. Tuesday, Sept.18, at 4:30 p.m., teens and tweens will make sand bowls. Guess how we make these. Please bring a plastic bowl and wear old clothes. Your friends won’t believe you made this cool sand bowl. Please register at least a week before for these programs.
“Orange Buddha” is an example of artwork by Herb Herschlag. His artwork is on exhibit at the Southbury Public Library this month. (Submitted photo) learned how to paint in oils by checking out art books from the library and attending workshops to learn more about composition as it relates to movement and light. Many of his paintings feature marine subjects and reflect his love of and affinity for sailing and nautical themes. His landscapes often feature marinas and river sites along the Connecticut shoreline familiar to this former boat owner. The exhibit can be seen during regular library hours. The Howard Whittemore Memorial Library is at 243 Church St. in Naugatuck. For information, call 203-729-4591 or visit whittemorelibrary.org.
Southbury Sunflower Contest Judging
The Southbury Garden Club and the library’s Children’s Department will conclude this year’s sunflower contest with the official judging in the Children’s Department Sunday, Sept. 9, at 12:30 p.m. The largest sunflower seed head will win first prize, but all sunflower growers will receive a small prize. No registration is required. If you have any questions, please Whittemore Book Club call the Children’s Department The Whittemore Book Club will at 262-0626, ext. 3. meet Tuesday, Sept. 18, at 7 p.m. Artist David Merrill in the Main Reading Room. The to Speak book to be discussed will be “The Circus Fire: A True Story” by StewThursday, Sept. 13, at 2 p.m., art O’Nan. the Friends of the Southbury Public Library will host a Art Exhibit talk and lithograph signing The September exhibit fea- by Southbury artist David Mertures artwork by local artist rill in the Kingsley Room. Merand library patron, Louis Mar- rill will talk about his artistic life coux. Marcoux is an accom- and works and will focus on his plished self-taught artist. He local projects.
High-tech learning Some of us have to wait until our grandchildren show up to teach us how to use a new hightech device or navigate a socialmedia site online. But we could learn it for ourselves with a bit of instruction. With that in mind, AARP has created a series of how-to books to lead us step by step through some of the things that interest us. Here is a sample of what they offer for seniors: iPad: Tech to Connect, Pinterest for Dummies, Genealogy Online, Facebook, Tablets, Excel 2010, Outlook 2010, Laptops for Dummies, Word 2010, e-Readers and more. If you want to look at all the books, go online to bookstore.aarp.org. Click on a topic of interest, but look at Technology to learn more about the books above. Other categories include food and cooking, money, health, travel, self-help and some excellent home and family selections. You’ll find e-books if you prefer and have a Kindle or Nook, print books and even free downloads. You don’t order the books through AARP – instead they come from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million or Indie Bound.
Lithograph copies of his painting of the Southbury United Church of Christ will be available for purchase and will be autographed by him. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required. To register, call the Reference Desk at 203-2620626, ext. 130, or register in person at the Reference Desk.
Mexican Cooking Demonstration The Southbury Library will celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 to Oct. 15) with a Mexican cooking demonstration Saturday, Sept. 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Kingsley Meeting Room. Southbury resident Pilar deCola will demonstrate techniques and share her ideas on how to make easy and delicious Mexican food.
reation Department. Space is limited. Call the library at 203263-3502 to register or for more information.
Photography Exhibit The September exhibit features photography by Arnold Thurm of Heritage Village. The public is invited to a reception for Thurm Saturday, Sept. 8, from 2 to 4 p.m. Thurm studied art and pho-
tography at Pratt Institute and Columbia University. His career includes teaching art at the College of New Rochelle and in the Greenwich and Darien school systems. His painting career includes many one-man shows in New York City. For information, call 203-2633502 or visit www.woodburylibraryct.org. The library is at 269 Main St. South in Woodbury.
Region 15 School Calendar Monday, September 10 MMS Open House Grade 6 WHITE Team and Grade 7 RMS Back-to-School Bash................................................... 4 to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, September 11
MES Ice Cream Social...................................................... 5:30 to 7 p.m. Herb Herschlag LMES Open House Grades Kindergarten to 2......................6:30 p.m. PES PTO.....................................................................................9:30 a.m. Art Exhibit Artwork by Herb Herschlag is PES Family Picnic on display through Sunday, Sept. Wednesday, September 12 30. Herschlag works in watercolor, pen and ink, graphite, col- MMS Class Pictures ored pencil and acrylic on paper MMS Open House Grade 6 GREEN Team and Grade 8 surfaces such as watercolor, PES Rain Date for Family Picnic bond, tracing, canvas and Tyvek. Thursday, September 13 His styles vary from abstract to surreal, expressing emotions MES Open House Grades 3 and 5................................................6 p.m. from darkness to joy; his work MES Open House Grade 4............................................................7 p.m. also is interspersed with humor. GES Spirit Day and Diabetes Walk His pictures can be seen in nu- GES Picnic.............................................................................. 4 to 7 p.m. merous galleries in Danbury, MMS PTO Meeting........................................................................7 p.m. Kent and Ridgefield. His studio Friends of PHS Music: and gallery are in Danbury. “Welcome Back Music Parents and Students Picnic” Check www.southburylibrary. Ballantine Park...................................................................... 5 to 7 p.m. org for more information. The Friday, September 14 library is at 100 Poverty Road in Southbury (203-262-0626). RMS Lifetouch Fall Picture Day PHS PLC-Advisory Day........................................... Delayed Schedule MES Rain Date for Ice Cream Social............................. 5:30 to 7 p.m.
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Yoga Teacher Training Information Session Prana Flow Yoga and IM=X Pilates Instructor Megan Lutz, BA, a wellness professional, will offer a yoga teacher training information session at the library Thursday, Sept. 13, at 7 p.m. Lutz will introduce the yoga teacher training program and the opportunity to earn a 200-hour level Yoga Alliance teacher training certificate through study offered by the Woodbury Parks and Rec-
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WE NEED NEW MEMBERS Dear Fellow Middleburians: As you may know, The Lions Club has been an active part of our community since 1952. Our
efforts include raising funds to underwrite scholarship assistance for area high school graduates entering college and contributing to local nonprofit groups such as the Scouts and youth sports teams. We also sponsor annual community events such as our very popular Thanksgiving Turkey Supper held every November. As you must appreciate, these events demand an ongoing input of time and effort on the part of our membership.
Another site with technology books for seniors is Visual Steps (www.visualsteps.com). Here is a small sample of what it offers: iPad for Seniors, Social Media for Seniors, Google for Seniors, Internet and Email with Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Microsoft office 2010 and 2007, Photo and Video Editing and so much more. Senior Sleuth Guides (www. sleuthguides.com) has a free book that’s worth reading, “The Senior Sleuth’s Guide to Technology.” It covers topics such as home computers, the Internet, health and medication, independent living, communication and travel. It provides a good overview if you want a place to start learning more. 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 e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com. (c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.
Over the past several years, that membership has dwindled to the point that we have only 25
active Lions. As a result, we find ourselves in a most precarious position. Decisions concerning
our very survival have to be made. Unless we can substantially increase our membership within the next six months, we sadly will be facing our demise.
Please help us avoid this end. Consider becoming a member of The Middlebury Lions Club,
and contribute your time and talent to a great organization. Contact either of the undersigned to obtain more information and our application form. Thank you for your anticipated help. Donald Regan, President
Donald Marquis, Secretary
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Editorial Save the Lions! The Middlebury Lions Club may fold if enough people don’t step forward and become members. President Donald Regan said membership has dwindled to some 25 folks who aren’t getting any younger. Please consider joining this worthy service club. “Eye care is the Lions’ main mission,” Regan said. “Our effort is to take all the money we raise and use it to help people in Middlebury.” Regan said money from Lions Club fundraisers helps Middlebury residents in need of eye care items, especially at the senior center. “We buy glasses. We bought a machine to allow people to read better,” Regan said. “Everyone who has a problem comes to the Lions Club for help.” The Lions Club annual car show, “The Taste of Middlebury,” which featured classic cars and food from local restaurants is already gone, along with its musical shows. What else will we lose if the Lions Club cannot continue? How about:
Memorial Day parade participation, placing of flags on veterans’ graves at the cemeteries and the veterans’ remembrance ceremony at Middlebury Cemetery. Help for Middlebury residents with eye care needs. Lions Club support of the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Little League. Donations to projects such as the new stove at Shepardson (the club donated $15,000 for the Shepardson kitchen about 15 years ago). Thanksgiving turkey dinners for 300 to 375 diners every November. Hot chocolate at Shepardson Community Center after the tree lighting on the green. Donations for the Haunted Hallway Halloween event. Two scholarships a year for graduating Middlebury high school seniors. Someone to collect eye glasses and give them to LensCrafters so they can be recycled and help someone see. Donations to the eye care center at Yale New Haven. See Regan’s letter on page 3 for more information.
In Brief Dog-A-Tuck Day Saturday, Sept. 8, the Trap Falls Kennel Club will host “Responsible Dog-A-Tuck Day,” an American Kennel Club event, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the St. Francis Church Field at 318 Church St. in Naugatuck. The free family fun event for the public and their leashed dogs will support local animal shelters. Attendees are asked to bring a pet-care item to donate to these needy shelters. The event will include best dressed, best kisser and best trick contests; obedience and rally demos; police dog demos; parade of breeds; the canine good citizenship test; and a special micro-chipping clinic offered by Naugatuck Veterinary Hospital. For more information, visit trapfalls.org/ or email Laura Hovanec at jlhova@att.net.
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The Naugatuck Valley Genealogy Club will meet at the Prospect Public Library Saturday, Sept. 8, at 1 p.m. After a short business meeting, Virginia Banerjee will speak about “Gems in Probate Files.” The public is invited, and admission is free. Storm cancellations will be on radio WTIC-AM 1080, TV WFSB and Internet www.wfsb.com. For more information, contact Sue Gerchy at 203-723-7048.
Folk Festival and Green Expo Love folk music? Support environmentally friendly living? Looking for a free day out the entire family will enjoy? The CT Folk Festival & Green Expo blends all three in a day-long celebration Saturday, Sept. 8, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Edgerton Park on Whitney Avenue in New Haven. Enjoy nonstop live music on the Folk Festival Stage from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Explore the latest
innovations and resources for building a sustainable community at the Green Expo (also starting at 11 a.m.), and take part in the many family-friendly activities scheduled throughout the day. All CT Folk Festival and Green Expo Events are free, though donations are welcome and greatly appreciated. For more information, visit www.ctfolk.com, or call Alice-Anne Harwood at 203-5127614, or email aliceanne.harwood@gmail.com. For vendor information call Coleen Campbell at 203-710-8279.
Baldridge Awards dinner will be Tuesday, Sept. 18, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Aqua Turf Club at 556 Mulberry St. in Plantsville. The Chamber will present its 2012 Malcolm Baldrige Community Award to Fritz Blasius, owner of Blasius Chevrolet Cadillac; its 2012 Leadership Award to Mary Rosengrant-Chiappalone of Biondi & Rosengrant; and its 2012 Volunteer Award to John Famiglietti of Drubner Commercial. The dinner will include a silent auction. The cost is $150 per person. To make reservations or learn more, contact Courtney Ligi at cligi@waterburychamber. Homecoming Sunday com, visit www.waterburychamThe Middlebury Congrega- ber.com or call 203-757-0701. tional Church will have its Democrats Free Homecoming Sunday Sept. 9. Worship is at 10 a.m. All are welFamily Picnic come. Mark your calendar now for the annual free family picnic Remembering 9/11 sponsored by the Democratic The Middlebury Volunteer Town Committees in the 32nd Fire Department will host a block state senate district Sunday, party and 9/11 ceremony Sun- Sept. 23, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at day, Sept. 9, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Hollow Park in Woodbury All the firehouse on Tucker Hill district and state candidates have Road. The event will include dig- been invited, as have state and nitaries, a band and the Con- federal elected officials. necticut Senior Alumni Drum Area unaffiliated voters and and Bugle Corps. Refreshments their families also are cordially on sale will include ice cream, invited to attend. The picnic ofhot dogs and pizza slices. fers an opportunity to join your friends and neighbors and learn Alliance Française about the Democratic candidates for the U.S. Senate and the Cooking Class Saturday, Sept. 15, at 10 a.m., 5th Congressional District. the Alliance Française of NorthSWC Seeks Artisans western Connecticut will host a The Southbury Women’s Club cooking class at a private home in Watertown. Participants will (SWC) is seeking fine artists and prepare and eat a French/Leba- hand crafters for its Eighth Annese luncheon. The cost is $25 nual Fall Fine Arts Festival Satfor members and $35 for non- urday, Sept. 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Southbury Green members. The public is invited; reserva- on Main Street South in Southtions are required as space is bury. The festival is a juried event limited. For information, call with more than 60 artisans and 203-753-4758 or e-mail norma- crafters displaying a variety of fine handcrafted items. All promachalani@comcast.net. ceeds benefit local charities. The festival also will include Malcolm Baldridge live music, baked goods and a Awards Dinner wellness booth offering services The Waterbury Regional such as complementary blood Chamber’s 18th annual Malcolm pressure checks, spinal health
checks and nutritional advice will be available for attendees. Artisan spots cost $85 for a 10-foot by 12-foot space and are assigned on a first-come, firstserve basis. To reserve a spot, email FallFineArtsFestival@ gmail.com, call Lauren Brenneman at 203-706-0724, visit www. SouthburyWomensClub.org for an application, or see the SWC Facebook page.
A closer look at job growth indicates all growth took place in the public sector: first in Washington, D.C., and then at the state level. More bureaucracy! How is it funded? The Obama regime inherits a tax system that allows 49 percent to pay no income taxes and the top 20 percent to pay 85 percent of all income taxes. To exacerbate this dilemma, Obama’s solution is to increase taxes on household income over $250,000 and tax millionaires at 30 percent. Simply stated, go after the top 20 percent to be “fair” and “share the wealth.” For 2013, we have a spending increase of $1.9 trillion and a tax increase of $1.5 trillion. That equates to $400 billion more borrowed money. What does this budget accomplish? All government agency budgets increased except defense. More bureaucracy!
immigration, terrorism, wars, bailouts, etc., can only be maintained with socialistic philosophy. If we continue our government’s approach, forget socialism; it is contemporary communism. Frank Pellegrini Southbury
Mohegan Sun Bus Trip Rose Hope Animal Refuge is sponsoring a bus trip to the Mohegan Sun Casino Sunday, Oct. 7, as a fundraiser for the nonprofit. The bus will leave the Chase Parkway commuter lot in Waterbury at 9 a.m. and will depart from the casino for the return trip at 4:30 p.m. The cost of $35 per person includes a $15 food coupon and $15 to bet on the wheel. Reservations must be paid in full by Thursday, Sept. 20. For reservations, call 203525-4449.
Vendors Wanted for Annual Ladies Night Out The Fifth Annual Ladies Night Out to benefit Easter Seals, Friday, Nov. 9, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott at 63 Grand St. in Waterbury, is seeking vendors. The exhibitor fee is $100 through Sept. 14 and $125 after that. Enjoy, dinner, dessert, shopping from vendors offering unique and exceptional products, door prizes, games, silent auction and special drawings. Proceeds benefit the programs and services of Easter Seals, which serves the special needs of infants, children and adults with disabilities in greater Waterbury and central and northwestern Connecticut. Event tickets are $40 per person. Limited seating is available and reservations are required. Tables of 10 will be reserved. No tickets will be sold at the door. Call 203-754-5141 for Carolee Kalita (ext. 243) or Mary Reid, (ext. 251) for more information.
Letters to the Editor Obama again? To the Editor: In 2008, we had 135 million working with 8.3 percent unemployment plus 70 million no longer eligible. In 2012, we have 139 million working with 8.2 percent unemployment plus 100 million no longer eligible. This generates more than 14 percent unemployment.
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If Obama is re-elected, are you comfortable with the reduction of 100,000 Army/Marine troops while at the same time the Pentagon remains at 750,000? Obama’s first term cut 15,000 troops and added 62,000 to the civilian Department of Defense. More bureaucracy! A current and contemplated solution to our economic crisis is not a socialistic spread-thewealth approach. The solution is the average American citizen. We’re all assets that just need opportunity. Each will rise to the level of their ability and create a standard of living significantly better for their children. How will this happen? We need government at all levels to live within its means. Taxes realized will dictate budgets affordable. Our current government mindset is not socialism. Debt, revenue, borrowing, education, energy, environment, healthcare,
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Mark Morris Dance Group presents Dance for PD® FAIRFIELD, Conn. — People with Parkinson’s disease are invited to explore how music and movement can be empowered into an exhilarating experience in a special daylong program Sunday, Sept. 9, at Fairfield University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts. The Mark Morris Dance Group and Quick Center for the Arts, in association with the Connecticut Parkinson’s Working Group, the Parkinson’s Young Onset Support Group of Connecticut and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group, are presenting the workshop designed especially for people with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners. Students attending Fairfield University’s School of Nursing also will attend. The event features Dance for PD® classes at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and a lecture at 1 p.m. on the intersection of dance and Parkinson’s disease by Dr. J. Antonelle de Marcaida of Eastern Connecticut Neurology Specialists. All events are free and take Martin Thall, a member of the Brooklyn Parkinson Group, dances with David Leventhal of the Mark place at Fairfield UniversiMorris Dance Group. (Katsuyoshi Tanaka photo) ty’s Quick Center for the Arts.
Obituaries William F. Ford
Father of Mary E. Jokubaitis William F. Ford, 86, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 29, at home in Beacon Falls surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Dolores (Ruppe) Ford. William was born Dec. 13, 1925, in Waterbury, a son of the late Raphael E. Ford and Helen (Ahearn) Ford. He was a graduate of Naugatuck High School class of 1943 and was class president and a member of the Cheshire Community Band and the Naugatuck Historical Society. He attended Yale University and graduated from UCONN School of Pharmacy. He joined his father as owner of Ford Pharmacy in Naugatuck for 42 years, which is still in business today. He is a U.S. Navy veteran having fought in the invasion of the South Pacific. Besides his wife, he is survived by six daughters: Joann M. Ryan of Naugatuck; Eileen Zeidler of Naugatuck; Mary E. Jokubaitis of Middlebury; Christina A. DaSilva of Naugatuck; Carol A. Ford of Deerfield, Mass.; and Kathleen M. Rau of Naugatuck; one son, William F. Ford Jr. of Waterbury; seven step-children: Laura Farley of Florida, Rebecca Farley of Texas, Margaret Scholan of Florida, Kenneth Farley Jr. of Florida, Therese Flannery of Seymour, David Farley of Beacon Falls and George Farley of Florida. He also leaves his sister, Bernice Cronin of Fairfield; 32 grandchildren; and sixteen greatgrandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Mary (Malone) Ford, and one daughter, Nancy E. Nichols. William’s funeral Tuesday was followed by burial with full military honors in St. James Cemetery in Naugatuck. The Buckmiller Brothers Funeral home assisted the family with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church, 25 Maple Ave, Beacon Falls, CT 06403 or the Howard Whittemore Library, 243 Church St., Naugatuck, CT 06770.
Anna (Petrovay) Lengyel Former Uniroyal Footwear employee
Anna (Petrovay) Lengyel, 91, of Naugatuck, passed away at the VITAS Innovative Care Unit at Saint Mary’s Hospital. She was the widow of William F. Lengyel. Anna was born in Berwick, Pa., April 28, 1921, a daughter of the late Andrew and Helen (Sapovchak) Petrovay. She was a longtime Naugatuck resident and retired from the footwear division of Uniroyal, Inc. after 42 years of service. She also worked at Winchester Electronics in Waterbury. She was a member of St. Mary’s Orthodox Church and the St. Olga Sisterhood Society. She leaves her three daughters: Sonya Kernasevic of Naugatuck, with whom she made her home; Barbara Palmer of Plantsville; and Ann Marie Lengyel of Wolcott. She also leaves two beloved granddaughters: Taralyn Lengyel-Jacovich and Kelsey Lengyel-Jacovich; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two daughters: Delores Kernasevic and Nancy Lengyel-Jacovich. Anna’s funeral Saturday was followed by a private burial. Memorial contributions may be made to VITAS Innovative Hospice Care, 1579 Straits Turnpike – Unit C, Middlebury, CT 06762 or to St. Mary’s Orthodox Church, 3125 North Main St., Waterbury, CT 06704. The Naugatuck Valley Memorial/Fitzgerald Zembruski Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. To send an online condolence, visit www. naugatuckvalleymemorial.com.
Scott J. Petruzzi
Brother of Dana Cipriano Scott J. Petruzzi, 49, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, Sept. 2, at St. Mary’s Hospital. Scott was born Feb. 2, 1963, in Waterbury, a son of Rose Marie (Espos-
ito) Petruzzi and the late Mark V. Petruzzi. He was a graduate of Southington High School and worked along with his father in the family business, Petruzzi’s Market, for many years. Scott was an avid sports fan, gardener and bowler. In addition to his mother, Scott is survived by his brothers: Mark M. Petruzzi and his wife, Dorothy, of Waterbury and Chris V. Petruzzi, and his wife, Jill, of Southbury; his sister, Dana Cipriano, and her husband, Vincent Jr., of Middlebury; his nephews: Michael Petruzzi and Nicholas Petruzzi; and his “babydoll” niece, Leah Petruzzi, who was his pride and joy. He also leaves his aunts: Gloria Coviello, and her husband, Vincent, of Southbury; Eleanor Salamone of Watertown; Linda Sutkatis and her husband, Paul, of Waterbury; and Josephine Morton and her husband, Jason, of Otis, Mass.; as well as several cousins, including his favorite cousin, Josie Settembri. A funeral Mass will be held today, Friday, Sept. 7, at 11 a.m. at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception at 74 West Main St. in Waterbury. Friends and family are asked to meet directly at the church. Burial will be private. The Maiorano Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements. Memorial contributions in Scott’s name may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Colleen (Smith) Stevens
Former Employee of Middlebury Convalescent Home Colleen (Smith) Stevens, 80, of Oakville, died Sept. 1, at Middlebury Convalescent Home in Middlebury. She was the widow of Harold Scott “Steve” Stevens. Colleen was born June 23, 1932, in Canada, a daughter of the late Oscar and Gladys (Jones) Smith and lived in Oakville for the last 12 years. She was educated in Waterbury Schools. Prior to her retirement, she was employed as a cook at Middle-
bury Convalescent Home where she worked for more than 15 years. She leaves a son, Norman Scott Stevens of Wolfeboro, N.H.; a brother, Ernest Smith, and his wife, Sandra, of Woodbury; a sister, Cleo, and her husband, Tony Torsiello, of Kentucky; and several nieces and nephews, including Lorie Bidmead and her husband, Thomas, with whom she made her home. Colleen also leaves grandnieces and grandnephews, including her special grandniece, Briana Lynn Bidmead and her pride and joy, Clayton Thomas Bidmead. She was predeceased by a brother, Clinton Smith and three sisters: Carol A. Wrisley, Carla Chisek and Charlotte Danaher. Colleen’s funeral will be Saturday, Sept. 8, at 11 a.m. in Evergreen Cemetery. There are no calling hours. The O’Neill Funeral Home has been entrusted to assist her family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society Relay for Life 2013 team “Shar’s Quackers” (a relay for life team comprising her family and friends) c/o Lorie Bidmead, 75 Shaw Farm Rd., Oakville, CT 06779. Even though her stay at Middlebury Convalescent Home was brief, her family would like to thank the staff for the kindness and care they extended to Colleen and her family. Her family also would like to thank Dr. Joseph Bowen for his compassionate care. To extend online expressions of sympathy to her family, light a memorial candle or for additional information, visit the funeral home website at www.oneillfuneralhome.com.
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In Dance for PD® classes, participants are empowered to explore movement and music in ways that are refreshing, enjoyable, stimulating and creative. Since 2005, the Dance for PD® program has been presented in more than 75 communities around the country and the globe. The Dance for PD® classes, which are free of charge and feature live musical accompaniment, are the first to be offered in Fairfield County. Registration is available at www.danceforpd. org, or by calling 646-450-3373. “Although participants from all over the world tell us they find elements of the class therapeutic, the primary goal of our program is for people to enjoy dance for dancing’s sake in a group setting,” said David Leventhal, Dance for PD® founding teacher, “and also to explore the range of physical, artistic and creative possibilities that are still very much open to them.” The Dance for PD® class is an aesthetic experience that focuses on developing artistry and grace while addressing such Parkinson disease-specific concerns as balance, flexibility, coordination, gait, social isolation and depression. Teaching artists integrate movement from modern and theater dance, ballet, folk dance, tap, improvisation and choreographic repertory to engage the participants’ minds and bodies and create an enjoyable social environment that emphasizes
dancing rather than therapy. Active demonstration by professional dancers inspires participants to recapture grace, while guided improvisation fosters creativity and experimentation with movement. The Mark Morris Dance Group (MMDG) will return to the Quick Center Saturday, Sept. 15, at 8 p.m. with a program featuring works that span the choreographer’s career and live music performed by the MMDG Music Ensemble. The program will consist of All Fours (2003) Béla Bartók, String Quartet No. 4; Ten Suggestions (1981) Alexander Tcherepnin, Bagatelles, Op. 5; and Festival Dance (2011) Johann Nepomuk Hummel, Piano Trio No. 5 in E Major, Op. 83. There will be a post-performance discussion with Artistic Director Mark Morris. Tickets are $50, $45 and $35. The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts is at 1073 North Benson Road in Fairfield, Conn. Enter through the gate at 200 Barlow Road. Free, secure parking is available. Access for people with disabilities is available for audience members and performers. Hearing amplification devices are available upon request at the box office. Fairfield University is off exit 22 of Interstate 95. For further information and directions, call 203-2544010 or 1-877-278-7396, or visit www.quickcenter.com.
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Learn money-saving and energy-saving tips before the cold weather arrives. RSVP by The Falls Avenue Senior Cen- Wednesday, Sept. 12. ter at 311 Falls Avenue in Oakville is offering the following events. Cholesterol Information Seniors interested in learning Mini-manicures more about cholesterol, what it Tuesday, Sept. 11, at 10 a.m., is and what to do about high choRoberta Winters from TLC lesterol are invited to attend an Homecare will offer free information session Friday, Sept. mini-manicures. Participants 14, at 10 a.m. Sandy Micalizzi, should remove old polish before APRN, CDE of the Heart Center the manicure. RSVP for the of Greater Waterbury will answer 15-minute manicure by Monday, cholesterol-related questions. RSVP by Thursday, Sept.13. Sept. 10.
Swing Band to Perform One of the center’s favorite bands, “The Survivors Swing Band,” will perform Wednesday, Sept. 12, at 1:30 p.m. Admission is an appetizer to share. Reservations are required by Tuesday, Sept. 11.
Efficient Energy Use Information Pam Medlock from CL&P will be at the center Thursday, Sept. 13, at 9 a.m. to provide information on efficient energy use.
Making cards A card-making class featuring autumn-themed cards will be offered Tuesday, Sept. 18, at 9:30 a.m. Barbara Paquin from New Hope Anglican Church will conduct the class, which is limited to 10 participants. The cost is $5; RSVP byFriday, Sept. 14. To make reservations for events at the senior center, call 860-945-5250 on or before the RSVP dates. When calling, please speak directly to a staff member as voice-mail reservations are not accepted.
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A free Tai Chi demonstration and participatory event will be Sunday, Sept. 9, at 8:45 a.m. in historic Hollow Park in Woodbury. Local instructors Lynn Mayo and Susan Bradley and visiting Master Edward Ware will demonstrate several styles of Tai Chi and Chi Gung and an introduction to a two-person exercise called "Push Hands." The program will last about 40 minutes. It is an opportunity to learn about and experience an ancient Chinese exercise art. (Submitted Photo)
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Health district to offer flu, pneumonia shots The PHD will hold flu shot clinics open to those age 6 months or older at its office every Monday afternoon from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. beginning Monday, Sept. 10, and running through Monday, Nov. 26, and every Wednesday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. beginning Wednesday, Oct. 3, and running through Wednesday, Nov. 28. Pre-registration is not required. The office is at 800 Main St. South in Southbury. Please note the handicap entrance is at the front of the building.
The health district will mail consent forms to persons who attended its flu shot clinics in 2011. Persons who receive those consent forms should bring them to the clinic. Consent forms also are available at the clinics or online at www.pomperaughealthdistrict. org. The fees for the vaccines are as follows: injectable flu vaccine $22 and high-dose flu vaccine $35. The pneumococcal vaccine costs $68. The following health insurances are accepted: Medicare (Part B), ConnectiCare, Aetna and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. People covered by these medical plans must bring their insurance cards to the clinic. Persons with other health insurance, including United Healthcare, must pay with cash, check or credit card. No one will be turned away because of inability to pay.
About the Vaccine This year’s seasonal flu vaccine will contain the following strains: A/California/7/2009 (H1N1)-like, A/Victoria/361/2011 (H3N2)-like and B/Wisconsin/1/2010-like. For the complete flu clinic schedule, visit the health district’s website. All clinics will be advertised in local newspapers. If you have any questions regarding the flu vaccine, call the public health nurse at the PHD at 203-264-9616, or visit www.pomperaughealthdistrict.org.
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When you get home after a full Tuesday, Sept. 11................. Joel Barlow (A)...................................... 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15............... Windham Invitational (A)....................... 9 a.m. day, it’ll be lovely to create quick, simple, light, delicious and Field Hockey healthy vegetarian meals with Saturday, Sept. 8.................. New Fairfield Jamboree (A)........................ TBA just eight ingredients or less on Tuesday, Sept. 11................. Lauralton Hall (H)............................. 5:30 p.m. the weeknights! Here we go! Friday, Sept. 14.................... New Milford (A)................................ 3:45 p.m. Have on hand these few healthy kitchen staples: extra Football Friday, Sept. 14.................... Masuk (A)............................................. 7 p.m. virgin olive oil, veggie broth, sea salt, black pepper, grain mustard, Boys’ Soccer garlic powder, dried thyme and Saturday, Sept. 8.................. Amity Scrimmage (A)......................10:30 a.m. oregano. Wednesday, Sept. 12............ Masuk (A)........................................ 3:45 p.m. Monday is tri-colored wholeSaturday, Sept. 15............... Weston (H)............................................ 7 p.m. wheat pasta or gluten-free pasta with pesto. Mix in a blender ½ Girls’ Soccer Wednesday, Sept. 12............ Masuk (H)........................................ 3:30 p.m. cup pine or walnuts, ½ cup olive Saturday, Sept. 15............... Weston (A).......................................... 10 a.m. oil, 2 cloves garlic, a handful of parsley or basil and a ½ cup ParGirls’ Swimming mesan cheese. Cook the pasta el Tuesday, Sept. 11................. Joel Barlow (H)...................................... 4 p.m. dente about 7 minutes and voila! Friday, Sept. 14.................... Masuk (A)............................................. 4 p.m. Tuesday is heirloom tomatoes, goat cheese and mozzarella Girls’ Volleyball Monday, Sept. 10................. Woodland Scrimmage (A)................. 3:30 p.m. pizza. Preheat oven to 400°. Wednesday, Sept. 12............ Weston (A)....................................... 5:30 p.m. Open a pre-made, gluten-free, Friday, Sept. 14.................... Brookfield (H)........................................ 5 p.m.
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Two clinics will be offered at the Jewish Federation at 444 Main St. North in Southbury. The clinic dates are Thursday, Sept. Heritage Village 13, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and Thursday, Nov. Flu shot clinics will be held in Heritage 8, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Village Wednesday, Sept. 12, from 3 to 5 p.m. Pneumonia Vaccine and Monday, Oct. 29, from 10 a.m. to noon at Sarah Cooke Hall. These clinics are reThe PHD also will offer pneumococcal stricted to residents and employees of Her- vaccines for the prevention of bacterial pneuitage Village. Pre-registration is not neces- monia, one of the most common complicasary. tions of influenza or other chest infections. Persons who received their first dose of pneuSenior Centers monia vaccine before age 65 and are now The Pomperaug Health District will hold over 65 years should receive a second dose flu shot clinics for senior citizens at senior provided that at least five years have passed centers in Southbury, Woodbury and Oxford. between doses. Persons who were 65 years The clinic at the Southbury Senior Center and older when they received the first dose at 561 Main St. South in Southbury will be of pneumonia vaccine do not need to be Wednesday, Oct. 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. Pre-reg- revaccinated. Persons should check with istration is not required. their doctor about their vaccination status. Clinics at the Woodbury Senior Center at Participants are asked to wear loose-fitting 265 Main St. South in Woodbury will be clothes with short sleeves. In order to minTuesday, Sept. 11, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and imize the wait time, participants are advised Tuesday, Oct. 16, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. to arrive no earlier than 15 minutes prior to Pre-registration is required. Call 203-263- the clinic start time.
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Nuggets for Life By CYNTHIA DE PECOL whole-wheat or spelt pizza crust, and rub it with a garlic clove. Drizzle with olive oil and top with chopped heirloom tomatoes, herbed goat cheese and mozzarella you’ve mixed with thyme and oregano. Bake for 15 minutes. Wednesday is creamy butternut squash risotto. I rarely suggest using a microwave, but once in a blue moon is OK. Preheat oven to 400°; chop the squash into small chunks, tossing with olive oil, salt, pepper and thyme;
and pop into the oven for 25 minutes. Combine 1¼ cups arborio rice and 2 tbsp. olive oil in a 1½-quart microwave-safe dish and stir to combine. Cook on high for 3 minutes. Add 2 cups vegetable broth and 1 cup water, and microwave 9 minutes. Stir and put back in on high 6 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes. Combine the squash and rice, add ½ cup shaved Parmesan, and stir in thyme. Serve water with lemon as the go-to drink for all suppers. This week’s nuggets for life are to continue simple, no-fuss family recipes: Thursday is grilled veggies on ciabatta bread. Cut the bread into diagonal slices, one for each person, and rub a clove of garlic on each. Drizzle olive oil on top. and sprinkle dried thyme and oregano into the nooks and crannies. Create
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lovely long thin strips of cut zucchini, carrot, chopped button mushrooms, onion slices and two garlic cloves and sauté for 10 minutes in a little oil. Now pile them onto the bread, and top with any shaved cheese of your choice. Bake for 10 minutes and enjoy. Friday is a huge salad made with all your favorite lettuces, tomatoes, cucumbers and feta cheese, to which you add warm veggies you quickly stir-fry: soft veggies like snap peas, a variety of mushrooms, peeled eggplant and asparagus. Whisk together olive oil, grain mustard, a touch of honey, sea salt, pepper and lemon juice and pour it on – toss and feel the health! Happy eating! Cynthia De Pecol is a Yoga teacher, Reiki master and life coach who lives in Washington, Conn. See lifecoachingllc.com or email lifecoach3@aol.com.
1. Who was the last A.L. pitcher before Detroit’s Justin Verlander in 2011 to have at least 24 wins and 240 strikeouts in the same season? 2. The Seattle Mariners began play in the major leagues in 1977. Who was the manager when they recorded their first winning season? 3. Three players from Louisiana Tech eventually became members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Name them. 4. Who was the last Indiana Pacer before Danny Granger in 2008-09 and 2009-10 to average at least 24 points per game for two consecutive seasons? 5. Five NHL players have had four-goal games in the NHL All-Star Game. Name four of the five. 6. Which college did coach Bruce Arena lead to four consecutive NCAA Division I men’s soccer championships? 7. Who was the longest-reigning middleweight boxing champion?
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Chabad of Northwest Connecticut will hold prayer services and programs in Litchfield during the Jewish High Holidays. “We welcome all, regardless of background or affiliation, to a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere,” said Rabbi Joseph I. Eisenbach. This year the dates for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur will be as follows: Rosh Hashanah, Sunday at sunset till Tuesday at sunset, Sept. 16 to 18, and Yom Kippur, Tuesday at sunset to Wednesday at sunset, Sept. 25 to 26. Chabad recognizes not all understand and pray in Hebrew, so the prayer books (Siddurim) have
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Mice can be pretty good at avoiding certain traps, which, as you’ve found, is pretty frustrating. And if your husband has seen one, there’s bound to be more – especially at this time of year, as wild creatures begin to look for places to hunker down for the winter. If you have a professional pestcontrol service that visits routinely (twice per year at least), be sure to mention the possible infestation. The serviceperson likely will put down more traps and ask you to call them if a mouse is caught. Meantime, look for signs of mouse infestation. You likely will find their droppings in areas of the kitchen where humans don’t spend a lot of time, such as the corners of lower kitchen cabinets. You may see gnawed-on areas of the lower walls, baseboards or cabinets or the saw-
Rodent woes can’t reach but mice can. The mice chew through the container to eat the pellet. To further reduce a mouse infestation, clean out cabinets that contain food items as well as your pantry. Inspect containers for evidence of gnawing or other access by mice, and discard affected containers. Place grains and flour in glass or food-grade plastic containers. Store boxed items off the floor and away from known mice access points. Locate and seal holes in your home’s walls, exterior and interior, that are larger than one-quarter inch. For holes that cannot or should not be sealed (like soffit air vents), make sure screens and similar barriers are in place and in good repair. 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.
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both Hebrew and English. The prayers will be led in Hebrew and English with explanations, anecdotes, stories, humor and song to ensure an optimal spiritual experience. There is a Chassidic proverb: “A small hole in the body is a big hole in the soul.” Chabad will nourish the body as well as the soul. Kiddush will follow all Rosh Hashanah prayers, and a “Breakthe-Fast” will be served at the conclusion of Yom Kippur. Once again there will be a children’s program during all of the services led by experienced young men and women, who will ensure that children have an enjoyable and meaningful experience at the synagogue. There are no membership fees or prior affiliation needed to attend prayer services. Hebrew-English prayer books are provided. Reserve a seat at www.chabadNW.org/onUs. A New Year’s dinner will be held the first night of Rosh Hashanah, Sunday, Sept. 16, at 6:30 p.m. An RSVP is required at www.chabadNW.org/ rsvp or by calling 800-297-6864. The Chabad New Year megasite is www.chabadNW.org/high.
High Holy Days services at Beth El Beth El Synagogue in Southbury invites the community to Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services. Rabbi Eliana Falk and Cantor Sharon Citrin will lead the worship, and Beth El’s choirs and soloists will lead congregational singing and accompany the cantor as she sings the melodies of prayer. The preliminary morning service will be led by congregant Gary Broder. Beth El’s High Holy Day journey will begin with a film and discussion related to the season of prayer and penitence at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8. The award-winning Israeli movie, “Ushpizin,” will be shown at the Walzer Family Jewish Community Campus at 444 Main St. North. A brief ceremony of song and prayer will open the evening. Popcorn and some traditional holiday desserts will be served, and beverages will be available for purchase. The fee is $5 for nonmembers and free for Beth El members. Rosh Hashanah is Sunday evening, Sept. 16, through Tuesday, Sept. 18. Yom Kippur begins with the Kol Nidrei service Tuesday evening, Sept. 25, and continues through Wednesday, Sept. 26. These are the most solemn and holy days of the Jewish calendar when Jews are drawn to services to reaffirm their connections to one another and deepen their relationship with their faith and their Creator. Services will take place at the Crowne Plaza at 1284 Strongtown Road in Southbury. Tickets cost $150 per adult and include attendance at all High Holy Day services, as well as a break-the-fast dinner following the conclusion of the Yom Kippur Neilah service. There is no charge for minor children. The cost of tickets may be credited towards membership dues. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. A complete High Holy Day schedule may be had by calling the Beth El office at 203-264-4500 or visiting the synagogue website at www.bethelsyn. org.
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Send in your pet photos Your pet could be featured as “Pet of the Week” in this picture frame. Send us your pet’s photo by email to mbisubmit@gmail.com or by regular mail to P.O. Box 10, Middlebury, CT 06762 along with your pet’s name, your last name and your town.
MOOCHIE MATTY Matty is a mature, well-mannered Lab mix who loves the water as much as he loves playing fetch. He also has impeccable manners around cats, so sharing a home would be fine with him. Matty loves taking walks and will make even the most inexperienced dog owner look fantastic. Matty has been waiting to be adopted for quite some time now. He is living in foster care, so call Animals For Life ahead at 203-758-2933 to meet him.
PET OF THE WEEK Bruno, a member of the Davis family in Middlebury, enjoys boating on Bantam Lake.
Finding affordable pet health care DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Being a retiree trying to make ends meet, it’s been hard to pay for health care for my two Corgis. Are there free clinics in my area where I can get my dogs’ shots more cheaply? – Francis H., Oklahoma City, Okla. DEAR FRANCIS: Low-cost and sometimes free vaccination clinics for pets are available at different times of the year across the country. These are held by public service agencies (such as county or city shelters), though some are privately sponsored. The clinics typically offer the immunizations required for dogs and cats (and sometimes other
animals like ferrets) and license tags. Some also offer services like health checks and microchipping. Prices range from $5 to $25, on average. The problem, of course, is finding one of these near you. These days, the Internet is a great resource for locating announcements for low-cost clin-
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ics. However, not everyone has access to the Internet. And sometimes the agencies or institutions sponsoring those clinics can’t advertise widely or are hard to locate in an Internet search. In these cases, your best bet is to regularly check locally published newspapers and magazines that focus on your community for announcements about upcoming clinics. Another way is to call the local shelters or the city or county government to find out if any such clinics will be held in the near future. I’ll do my best to list upcoming clinics in as many locations as possible at www.pawscorner. com. In the meantime, keep checking with your local government or animal shelter for the next dates, times and locations of their low-cost clinics. Send your questions or pet care tips to ask@pawscorner.com, or write to Paw’s Corner, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. For more pet care-related advice and information, visit www. pawscorner.com. (c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.
PHILYA Philya is a 7-year-old Russian blue cat. He has a gorgeous appearance: very expressive, humanlike eyes; silverish gray, “frosty” hair; and a slim, delicate figure. He loves to be in one’s lap; however, he’s not obtrusive. Philya gets along with people and other animals – although, as Russian blue cats are usually shy, it takes him a couple of days to get used to new company. Unfortunately, recent circumstances don’t allow this wonderful creature to stay with his old family any longer, so he is hoping to find a new one that is loving and caring.
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MOONSHINE Meet Moonshine! He is a 9-month-old neutered, rottie mix. He is a fun energetic puppy! His owners are moving into an apartment and want the absolute best home for him, which would consist of a yard, children and other dogs to play with – and a lot of love to give! Moonshine is not yet at our shelter, so please email for an application as well as a time to meet.
For more information on these animals, as well as others at Meriden Humane Society (MHS), email meridensociety@sbcglobal.net. MHS is open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 6 p.m., and volunteers can be available to meet with you through an appointment. MHS is at 311 Murdock Ave. in Meriden.
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Moochie is a big, beautiful, longhaired male cat who is lovable and around 2 years old. He loves to ride in the car wearing his harness and leash. He even goes to work with his foster mom and loves to visit with all the patients in a nursing home. Moochie enjoys being around kittens whenever they are visiting his foster home. Moochie is a talkative and very smart boy who likes to be brushed. He will make a terrific lap cat for a lucky family. To learn more, contact Animals For Life at 203-758-2933.
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