2023 Record-Journal Readers' Choice winners!

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YOUR 2023 OFFICIAL COMMUNITY CHOICE AWARDS

229 WINNERS OCTOBER 2023

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BEAUTY & HEALTH AUDIOLOGIST

BEST LIFE HEARING CENTER

850 N Main St Ext Ste C1 Bldg 1, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.741.9943, bestlifehearingcenter.com

FINALISTS

Bristol Hearing Aids

Supporting Educational Innovation and Excellence

bristolhearingaids.com

Luna Wellness & Aesthetics

Please VOTE FOR US “BEST FOUNDATION” Thank You for and ask your friends and Choosing family to doUs the same

lunawellnessct.com

BARBER SHOP

CORNERSTONE BARBERSHOP

As Your 2023 Readers’ Choice Finalist

44 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.516.1684, cornerstonebarbers.wixsite.com

The Wallingford Education Foundation is proud to support Wallingford Public Schools’ students and staff through scholarship and grant programs and additionally, to honor distinguished district alumni.

Dino’s Modern Barbershop dinosmodernbarbershop.com

Quinnipiac Barber Shop quinnipiacbarbershop.com

CHIROPRACTOR OFFICE

DAY SPA

SERENITY SALON & DAY SPA 118 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.4419 serenityofwallingford.com

FINALISTS

HEALING HANDS CHIROPRACTIC 100 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.626.9994, healinghandsdc.com

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FINALISTS

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A Moment Away

amomentawayspa.com

Aria Medical Aesthetics

Bennett Family Chiropractic

ariamedicalaesthetics.com

bennettfamilychiro.com

Raya Clinic

rayaclinic.com

Magnificent Retirement Care

Thank you for voting us for best assisted living facility

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Magnificent studios and one-bedroom suites.

New amenities: Beauty salon, movie theatre, exercise center.

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203.272.2901 • www.marbridgeweb.com

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BEAUTY & HEALTH EYELASH EXTENSIONS

FROM TIPS TO TOES & MORE 188 N Main St, Southington, CT 06489 860.621.9500, fromtipstotoes.com

FINALISTS

DENTIST OFFICE

Smitten Kitten Beauty smittenkittenbeauty.com

DENTAL GROUP OF MERIDEN-WALLINGFORD

The Nail & Wax Room thenailandwaxroom.com

298 Broad St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.235.5588, dentalgroupct.com

FACIALS

FINALISTS

ARIA MEDICAL AESTHETICS

New Leaf Family Dental

941 Queen St, Southington, CT 06489 860.426.1363, ariamedicalaesthetics.com

newleaffamilydental.com

Smilen Dental Group

FINALISTS

smilendentalgroup.com

DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDER SERVICE PROVIDER

ACES TREATMENT AND LEARNING CENTER – ACES TLC

A Moment Away

amomentawayspa.com

LC Artistry

Find Us On Facebook

205 Skiff St, Hamden, CT 06517 203.498.6850, aces.org

THANK YOU FOR VOTING Barnes Museum 2023 Best Museum!

“

Very extensive number of items to see from a vast period of American history.

Most in incredible shape and you are able to very close to view. Well worth a visit.

Will definitely return!

- Melinda Cacamisgre

”

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COME VISIT THE MUSEUM! Wednesdays and Fridays from 1pm - 5pm or by Appointment

ADMISSION

General Admission: $8 Seniors: $6 • Students: $4 Members & Children under 5: FREE

FINALISTS

CT Kids Matter ctkidsmatter.com

Somewhere Over the Spectrum somewhereoverct.com

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Thank You

for voting us

Best Grocery Store

We are proud to serve the Cheshire, Meriden, North Haven & Plainville, CT communities.

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BEAUTY & HEALTH HEALTH & WELLNESS CONSULTANT

DIVERSAFIT FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 549 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.668.5627, diversafit.com

RECONNECT

FINALISTS

Thank you for all of your support again Healthy hearing means athis healthier year you!

Doctor of Audiology

FINALISTS

Dr. Micacci and the team at Best Life Hearing Center have helped Your hearing is important and you thousands people better. want to beof able to hearhear everything

DiversaFit Functional Fitness diversafit.com

HAIR SALON MIMI’S SALON

197 Highland Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.699.1288, Find Us On Facebook

bestlifehearingcenter.com

CALL US TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT!

850 N Main St. EXT BLDG 1 · STE C1 · Wallingford, CT 06492 · (203) 741-9943

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

MidState Medical Center midstatemedical.org

Yale New Haven Hospital

Cappola-Brokaw Art of Hair R264511

415 Highland Ave · Chesire, CT 06410 · (203) 272-4512

41 Brewster Rd, Bristol, CT 06010 860.314.6046, bristolhealth.org

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US TODAY TO you!

HealthyCALL hearing means a healthier

SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT! Dr. Micacci and the team at Life Hearing Center have helped 415 Highland Ave · Chesire, CT 06410 ·Best (203) 272-4512 thousands of741-9943 people hear better.

850 N Main St. EXT BLDG 1 · STE C1 · Wallingford, CT 06492 · (203)

Doctor of Audiology

HOSPITAL

BRISTOL HOSPITAL – Bristol Health

Wallingford Family YMCA

Ali Burgess, Au.D. Doctor of Audiology Doctor of Audiology

Ali Burgess, Au.D.

rayaclinic.com

110 W Main St, Meriden, CT 06451 203.235.6386, meridenymca.org

that matters to you this fall.

Jennifer Micacci, Au.D.

Raya Clinic

MERIDEN YMCA

RECONNECT

Jennifer Micacci, Au.D.

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FITNESS CENTER/GYM

Your hearing is important and you want to be able to hear everything that matters to you this fall.

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Luna Wellness & Aesthetics

ynhh.org

cbartofhair.com

Rustic Brush Hair Lounge rusticbrushhairlounge.com

bestlifehearingcenter.com

We want to thank everyone who voted for us as a finalist for best

Real Estate Company • Family Owned Business

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We’re super happy the community enjoys our ice cream shop.

Thank You To Our Loyal Customers!

203-672-4499

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252 Main St, Wallingford • Family-Owned

A Family Owned Business

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“With us, you’re family”

116 Center St. Wallingford CT • www.harrimanre.com

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BEAUTY & HEALTH MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE PROVIDER

FRANCISCAN LIFE CENTER 271 Finch Ave, Meriden, CT 06451 203.237.8084, flcenter.org

FINALISTS

CT Kids Matter ctkidsmatter.com

LP Counseling Services – Marriage & Family Therapy lpcounselingservices.com

NAIL SALON

Premier Psychiatric Services

FINALISTS

premierpsychiatricservicesllc.weebly.com

MICROBLADING BROWOLOGY

1231 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 860.834.0926, browologyct.com

FINALISTS

Aria Medical Aesthetics ariamedicalaesthetics.com

Luna Wellness & Aesthetics

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US THE BEST!

BODY & SOUL DAY SPA

26 N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.3223, thebodyandsouldayspa.com

A Moment Away

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amomentawayspa.com

Leslie K LLC Hair Salon lesliekllcsalon.com

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR

Commercial, Industrial, Residential

DR. SARA B. FRAWLEY N.D. – Willowbrook Health Center

On Call Emergency Service 24/7

4 Willowbrook Rd, Cromwell, CT 06416 203.293.7293, drsarand.com

lunawellnessct.com

Bucket Truck For Lighting and Pole Work

FINALISTS

25 Columbus Ave. Meriden

spectrumawakening.com

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Jared M. Skowron, ND – Spectrum Awakening

203.235.5653

CT LIC# 104727

Hair and nail salon for men, women & children.

Services

Goldwell color and Highlights | Precision Cuts Permanent Waves | Nail Services | Pedicures Waxing | Bridal styles | Makeup

Thank you for your votes!

lesliekllcsalon.com | 203.235.4334 247 South Broad Street, Meriden

AWARDS

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Find your new color for fall at Leslie K’s

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Restaurant and Lounge Prime Rib - Steak - Seafood - and more!

We thank all our customers for voting, we appreciate all of you!

AWARDS

Tuesday Evening Special!

5 Courses for $18.95

Thursday Night $7 Martini Night

2003 N Broad St. (Berlin Turnpike) Meriden, CT Closed Mondays • 203-639-1777 • SansSouciRestaurant.com R264391

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SOUCI

Restaurant and Lounge

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Let us help you celebrate the holidays!

Book your Holiday Party Now! Party Room available for up to 60 people for all functions Now taking reservations for Thanksgiving Traditional Turkey Dinner/Ham Dinner Salad & soups included Additional Appetizers & Desserts Available A la Carte

2003 N Broad St. (Berlin Turnpike) Meriden, CT Closed Mondays • 203-639-1777 • SansSouciRestaurant.com

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Please call for Reservations, Pricing & Details

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BEAUTY & HEALTH NUTRITIONIST

EVOLVED NUTRITION

185 Center St Ste C, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.537.8098, evolved-nutrition.com

FINALISTS

DiversaFit Functional Fitness

YOUR PLUMBING + DRAIN EXPERTS

AWARDS

diversafit.com

Luna Wellness & Aesthetics

Thank You for all of your votes for

lunawellnessct.com

OB/GYN OFFICE

Best Plumber!

We are so proud that our loyal customers in Central CT think of us as their plumbing and bath remodeling professionals!

PHARMACY/DRUG STORE

generationsobgynct.com

cvs.com

CVS

Rite Aid

womenshealthct.com

riteaid.com

OPTOMETRIST OFFICE

PHYSICAL THERAPIST OFFICE

821 N Main St Ext, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.5152, wallingfordeyecare.com

316 Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.626.5330, amitypt.com

FINALISTS

AMITY PHYSICAL THERAPY FINALISTS

MyEyeDr.

Connecticut Orthopaedics

myeyedr.com

ct-ortho.com

Wallingford Eye Associates

Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers – Wallingford

27 Meriden Ave Ste 2A, Southington, CT 06489 860.276.0333, teamdemas.com

FINALISTS

Smilen Dental Group smilendentalgroup.com

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lift-performance.com

FINALISTS

ORTHODONTIST OFFICE

Southington Orthodontics southingtonorthodontics.com

PEDIATRIC DENTIST OFFICE SMILEN DENTAL GROUP

60 Church St # 15, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.774.0019, smilendentalgroup.com

fyzical.com

PILATES

CHESHIRE PILATES STUDIO

355 Highland Ave #202, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.980.6591, cheshirepilates.com

FINALISTS

Divinely Rooted divinelyrooted.com

Meriden YMCA meridenymca.org

RADIOLOGY GROUP / CENTER

MIDSTATE RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES – Midstate Medical Center

Dental Group of Meriden – Wallingford

435 Lewis Ave, Meriden, CT 06451 203.694.8406, midstateradiology.com

Fantarella Dental Group – Wallingford

Bristol Radiology Center

PEDIATRICIAN OFFICE

Radiology and Biomedical Imaging – Yale New Haven Health | Yale New Haven Hospital

FINALISTS

dentalgroupct.com

fantarelladentalgroup.com

200 Research Pkwy, Meriden • (203) 843-0461 • star-dance-academy.com

LIFT Performance

FINALISTS

TEAM DEMAS ORTHODONTICS

At Star Dance Academy, we are dedicated to providing exceptional dance education to students of all ages and inspiring our dancers to shine to their fullest potential! From Dance with Me for littles ones to All Boys Hip Hop to Adult Tap, we believe that Star Dance Academy has something for everyone.

We also offer singing and piano lessons, choreography for first wedding dances, adult fitness classes, adaptive dance & movement and rental space for parties. We would love for you to join our dance family!

Find Us On Facebook

840 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.235.6323, hancockpharmacy.com

hamdeneyeassociateshamdenct.com

Don’t miss your chance to dance with us!

FINALISTS

Compass & Anchor Fitness and Performance – Active Health

435 Lewis Ave Ste 212, Meriden, CT 06450 203.269.0885, womenshealthct.com

WALLINGFORD EYE CARE CENTER

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549 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.668.5627, diversafit.com

HANCOCK’S PHARMACY & SURGICAL

Helm & Helm, PC

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203.571.3232

JENNIFER NUZZO – DiversaFit

WOMEN’S HEALTH CONNECTICUT – Women’s Center of Southern New England

Generations Ob/Gyn

bluefrogplumbingcentralct.com

PERSONAL TRAINER

PEDIATRIC MEDICINE – Wallingford 97 Barnes Rd Ste 6, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.9890, wallingfordpediatrics.com

FINALISTS

Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine prohealthmd.com

Pediatric & Medical Associates pmapc.com

FINALISTS

bristolrad.com

ynhh.org

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Thank you for your Readers' Choice Awards votes 2023 Heating & AC Company HVAC Cleaning Service HVAC Service & Repair

HEATING & COOLING CONTRACTORS RESIDENTIAL & LIGHT COMMERCIAL

www.CALLEASTCOAST.com Locally owned & operated by Norm Wium, with 49 years of experience working for you.

203-272-6676 ice Serv tions s alla Inst cement la Rep models Re -Ons Add fication ri ats u t P s o r Ai erm h T i Wi-F

A WELL MAINTAINED SYSTEM SAVES YOU ON ENERGY COSTS.

Call today & schedule your system maintenance.

FREE ESTIMATES - FULLY INSURED - SERVICE PLANS CT License #S-1 303257 & SM-1005738

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1187 HIGHLAND AVE - CHESHIRE

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BEAUTY & HEALTH

Thank You for voting us Best Life Insurance Agent Best Commercial Insurance Company

AWARDS

SKIN CARE TREATMENT CENTER

ARIA MEDICAL AESTHETICS

496 S Broad St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.440.2077, waxcenter.com

FINALISTS

A Moment Away

941 Queen St, Southington, CT 06489 860.426.1363, ariamedicalaesthetics.com

A Moment Away

amomentawayspa.com

amomentawayspa.com

Leslie K LLC Hair Salon lesliekllcsalon.com

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS SOLUTIONS

145 N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.2513, therapeuticmassageofficellc.com

DiversaFit Functional Fitness

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE OFFICE FINALISTS

A Moment Away

amomentawayspa.com

At Quadrato Insurance we Specialize In: Commercial & Business Owners Insurance Life and Disability Insurance • Personal Insurance Annuities and Retirement Planning & Much more

FINALISTS

Serenity Salon & Day Spa serenityofwallingford.com

SHANE QUADRATO

WAXING

EUROPEAN WAX CENTER

Elements Massage elementsmassage.com

WEIGHT LOSS CENTER

665 N Colony Rd Rte 5, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.8000, medweightlosssolutions.com

FINALISTS

diversafit.com

Luna Wellness & Aesthetics lunawellnessct.com

YOGA STUDIO

DIVINELY ROOTED

33 N Main St Ste B, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.675.7155, divinelyrooted.com

FINALISTS

426 N Main St | Southington

BE here Now – Yoga and Fitness Studios

O: 860.329.0103 | C: 860.770.7052 | F: 860.620.0504 264297

Auto - Home - Life - Business - Farm

beherenowstudios.com

DiversaFit Functional Fitness diversafit.com

LIBBY’S Italian Pastry Shop

“Family Owned & Operated Since 1922”

THANK YOU FOR ALL OF YOUR VOTES FOR

BEST BAKERY & BEST DESSERT

We are truly honored that you still support us in our new haven location - Bon Apetit!

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323 Washington Ave, North Haven • 203-234-2530 R264447

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DINING AMERICAN RESTAURANT

BREAKFAST RESTAURANT

2003 N Broad St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.639.1777, sanssoucirestaurant.com

1376 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.237.4087, huxleyscafe.net

SANS SOUCI RESTAURANT FINALISTS

We’d like to thank all of our loyal & future customers for their support!

HUXLEY’S BOOKMARK CAFE FINALISTS

Craft Kitchen

Athena Diner II

Knuckleheads

Dad’s Restaurant

BAKERY

BREAKFAST SANDWICH

139 Wooster St, New Haven, CT 06511 203.772.0380, libbyscookies.com

83 N Turnpike Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.4255, neilsdonuts.com

craftkitchenct.com

athena2diner.com

knuckleheadstaproom.com

LIBBY’S ITALIAN PASTRY SHOP FINALISTS

Marianna’s Belltop Bakery mariannasbelltopbakery.com

Neils Donuts

dadswallingford.com

NEILS DONUTS FINALISTS

AWARDS

Dad’s Restaurant

EXCLUSIVELY AT ARNOLD’S JEWELERS

dadswallingford.com

Shef’s Bagels

neilsdonuts.com

Find Us On Facebook

BBQ RESTAURANT

TAINO SMOKEHOUSE PRIME

BRUNCH

ATHENA DINER II

320 Washington Ave #1306, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663, athena2diner.com

FINALISTS

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Smokin’ With Chris smokinwithchris.com

ARNOLD’S JEWELERS “THE NORTH HAVEN DIAMOND CENTER”

Gaetano’s Tavern on Main gaetanostavern.com

264216

pigrigbbq.com

10 time priorJEWELERS winner and Current ARNOLD’S Best ofHAVEN NorthDIAMOND Haven Award Winner Turning “THE NORTH CENTER” ’s Haven Shopping Center (203) 239-4291 HusbandNorth Wed, Fri 9am - 5pm roesTuesday thru Friday 9-5Tues, HOURS: pm; Thursday until 7 pm; and Closed Sunday & Monday o HeOpen int Thurs 9am - 6 Heroes pm Satsince 9am - 3pm www.thearnoldsjewelers.com Turning Husbands into 1957 since 1957

Closed Sun & Mon EXCLUSIVELY AT ARNOLD’S JEWELERS

1388 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.440.1600, tainosmokehouse.com

Pig Rig BBQ

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North Haven Shopping Center (203) 239-4291

HOURS: Open Tuesday thruwww.thearnoldsjewelers.com Friday 9-5 pm; Thursday until 7 pm; and Closed Sunday & Monday The Library Wine Bar and Bistro www.thearnoldsjewelers.com Turning Husbands into Heroes since 1957 thelibrarywinebar.com

We are now offering a private party space for up to 40 guests at our Cheshire, CT location!

10% OFF 15% OFF Orders $40 or more (Dine-in Only)

Must present coupon. Cannot be applied to lunch specials or alcoholic beverages. Not valid with any other offers. Expires 12/31/2023

Orders $100 or more (Take-out Only) Must present coupon. Not valid with any other offers.

Expires 12/31/2023

AWARDS

Thank you for voting us Best Japanese Restaurant

SakanaAsianBistro.com | 203-806-1624 • 203-806-1625

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E H T O T U O Y THANK !

D L R O W E H T BEST STAFF IN

HolidayHillDayCamp.com

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Family owned since 1954

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R O F U O Y K N THA S A S U R O F VOTING !

P M A C Y A D T BES

WE PROVIDE THE

HAPPY

YOU PROVIDE THE

CAMPERS!

There's an abundance of fun to be had at Holiday Hill Day Camp as our campers play, master new skills, overcome challenges, and build confidence.

At the same time they develop special friendships and come away with memories that last a lifetime.

Archery • Woodworking • Project Adventure • The Courts • Swimming Lessons • Boating • Fishing • Rock Wall 300 Foot Zip Line • Dance • Tennis • Sports • Arts & Crafts • Camp P.E. • Gaga • Sandbox • Special Events • Foam Pit Mini Golf • Free Swim • Lego • Fitness Yoga • Cooking • Breakfast • Go-Karts • Woodshop • Warrior Course • Drama High Ropes • Martial Arts • Riflery • Paddle Board • Flag Football • Horseback & So Much More!

43 Candee Road Prospect, CT 06712

Call: 203-387-2267 • Email: Info@Holidayhilldaycamp.com Or Visit Us Online: HolidayHillDayCamp.com

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DINING BURGER

CHINESE RESTAURANT

690 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.237.8326, klamayssteamedcheeseburgers.com

1103 Queen St Unit 1, Southington, CT 06489 860.479.9111, somewhereinbkk.com

K. LAMAY’S STEAMED CHEESEBURGERS FINALISTS

C.J. Sparrow Pub & Eatery Find Us On Facebook

SOMEWHERE IN BANGKOK FINALISTS

Hong Kong Sushi & Chinese Restaurant hongkongwlfd.net

Dealer ofofAvenue Most MajorBrands Brands & Wheels Dealer Most Major & Wheels Knuckleheads Panda Garden 16 John knuckleheadstaproom.com Find Us On Facebook tony.tiredepot@gmail.com n Avenue BRISTOL CATERERCT DELI 584-0225 • Toll-Free: (877) 584-0225 • 16 John Ave., Bristol, (860) 584-0225 STOL(860) VINNY’S DELI – The King of Roast Beef VINNY’S DELI – The King of Roast Beef Toll-Free: Store Hours: M,T,W,F 8-5 pm • Thur. 8-7 pm • Sat 8-2 pm 567 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 567 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 584-0225 203.265.7288, vinnysdeli.com 203.265.7288, vinnysdeli.com 84-0225 (877) On The Web At: www.TireDepotCT.com FINALISTS tony.tiredepot@gmail.com FINALISTS Free: Bourassa Catering & Events Rosa’s Deli years bourassacatering.com rosasdeli.com

84-0225

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Serafino’s

Stellato’s Deli & Catering

CHICKEN WINGS

DESSERT

serafinorestaurant.com

IN TODAY 16 John Avenue, Bristol (860) 584-0225 years Toll-Free: (877) 584-0225 IRE DEPOT Store Hours: Monday – Friday 8-5 pm; Saturday 8-2 pm LP YOU OUT! www.TireDepotCT.com

SLIDERS GRILL & BAR

950 Yale Ave, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.793.7858, slidersgrillbar.com

FINALISTS

Prices Better Than The Big Box Stores

Don Petit’s STORE OF FLOORS Honest Dependable Service

Thank you For All of Your Votes Best Flooring Covering Store & Flooring Company

SWEET CREAM’S ICE CREAM 565 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.626.5096, Find Us On Facebook

FINALISTS

Archie Moore’s – Bar & Restaurant

Alyssa’s Cakery

Double Play Cafe

Mr. D’s Gourmet Sweet Shop

archiemoores.com

doubleplaycafe.com

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stellatosdeli.com

alyssascakery.com getmrds.com

Noack’s Meat Products Home of the Finest Bratwurst

YOU’RE “BACON” US BLUSH! THANKS FOR VOTING US BEST MEAT MARKET!

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Always a Quality, Clean, Honest and Affordable Installation Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed., & Fri. 10-6; Thurs 10-7; Sat. 10-3; Closed Sunday 264242

907 Meriden-Wtby. Tpk. (Rt. 322) Plantsville, CT Across from McDonald’s

(860) 621-4295 Volume & Contractor Discounts Available!

www.petitsstoreoffloors.com 264192

1112 East Main Street, Meriden, CT

(203) 235-7384 OPEN Tues–Thurs 8–5:30 • Fri 8–6 • Sat 8–5 • Closed Sun & Mon R264242

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DINING DINER

COLONY DINER & RESTAURANT 611 North Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.9507, colonydiner.com

Estate Planning | Elder Law | Probate | Real Estate

Thank you for voting us the Best Law Firm in Central Connecticut!

FINALISTS

Adelphia Cafe Athena Diner II athena2diner.com

FAMILY RESTAURANT

LIDO’S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA 75 Pomeroy Ave, Meriden, CT 06450 203.634.3959, lidositalian.com

FINALISTS

Laskara Restaurant laskararestaurant.com

Sans Souci Restaurant sanssoucirestaurant.com

DOUGHNUTS NEILS DONUTS

83 N Turnpike Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.4255, neilsdonuts.com

FINALISTS

FAST FOOD

PANCHEROS MEXICAN GRILL – Wallingford 893 N Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.7778, pancheros.com

FINALISTS

Harvest Bakery Inc.

Chick-fil-A

harvestbakeryinc.com

Wallingford Beach Donuts Find Us On Facebook

Attorney Robert A. Scalise, Jr. Attorney Stephen L. Mangan Attorney Catherine Craig

264173

860.229.0369 | esmlaw.com New Britain | Avon

chick-fil-a.com

The Eatery of Wallingford wallingfordeatery.com

EARLY BIRD DINNER

FINE DINING

611 North Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.9507, colonydiner.com

72 S Turnpike Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.1244, serafinorestaurant.com

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Laskara Restaurant

Laskara Restaurant

Sans Souci Restaurant

Viron Rondo Osteria

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HISPANIC RESTAURANT

295 Parker Farms Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.679.0844, laskararestaurant.com

105 N Colony St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.1838, losmariachisgrill.com

FINALISTS

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Adelphia Cafe Crazy Greek crazy-greek.com

LOS MARIACHIS

Ola

olarestaurantct.com

Tacos Mi Nacho

Best Italian Restaurant

HOT DOG

Taking reservations for catering & holiday parties!

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HAPPY HOUR

DOUBLE PLAY CAFE

320 Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.2599, doubleplaycafe.com

FINALISTS

Sliders Grill & Bar slidersgrillbar.com

Viron Rondo Osteria vironrondoosteria.com

HAPPY HOUR - LATE NIGHT 122 ELM ST TAVERN

122 Elm St, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.250.3923, 122elmstreettavern.com

FINALISTS

Cheshire Pizza & Ale

CAPTAIN SEAS

905 N Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.9336, Find Us On Facebook

FINALISTS

A taste of Italian Character in the heart of North Haven

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Blackie’s Hot Dogs blackieshotdogs.com

New Guida’s

newguidasrestaurant.com

ICE CREAM

SCOOPY’S ICE CREAM

252 Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492

bellinisrestaurantct.com

FINALISTS

2 BROADWAY, NORTH HAVEN, CT

Les’ Dairy Bar

cheshirepizza.com

Find Us On Facebook

Double Play Cafe

Sweet Cream’s Ice Cream

doubleplaycafe.com

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TEL. (203) 234-2221 Open 7 days a week for Lunch & Dinner

Find Us On Facebook

Thank you to our customers for all of your votes!

AWARDS

Classic diner fare, international dishes & Greek specialties mingle at this family-owned favorite.

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A kinder kind of bank.

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DINING KIELBASA SHOP

HAVELI INDIA

NOACK’S MEAT PRODUCTS

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FINALISTS

jayaskitchen.us

filipeks-kielbasa.com

Namaste India

V. Czapiga & Son

ITALIAN RESTAURANT

LOCAL COFFEE SHOP

2 Broadway, North Haven, CT 06473 203.234.2221, bellinisnorthhaven.com

208 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.793.7186, greenkettlecoffee.com

1300 S Main St, Middletown, CT 06457 860.347.7773, haveliindiarestaurant.com

Jaya’s Kitchen – South Indian Restaurant southingtonnamasteindia.com

BELLINI’S – Italian Cuisine & Pizza

Filipek’s

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GREEN KETTLE COFFEE FINALISTS

Cafe Luca Belle

michaelstrattoria.com

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Viron Rondo Osteria

Half Moon Coffee & Grille Cafe

JAPANESE RESTAURANT

LUNCHSPOT

vironrondoosteria.com

SAKIMURA MERIDEN

496 S Broad St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.237.8888, sakimuract.com

FINALISTS

Sakana Asian Bistro

Find Us On Facebook

CRAFT KITCHEN

42 W Main St, Plantsville, CT 06479 860.426.3373, craftkitchenct.com

Located in The Health Bank • 100 Center Street, Wallingford, CT (203) 626-9994 • www.healinghandsdc.com Email: info@healinghandsdc.com

FINALISTS

122 Elm St Tavern

sakanaasianbistro.com

122elmstreettavern.com

Sweet Mango

Double Play Cafe

sweet-mango.com

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Michael’s Trattoria

Thank you for all of your votes for best Chiropractic Office in the 2023 Readers Choice Contest!

1112 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.235.7384, noacks.com

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INDIAN RESTAURANT

doubleplaycafe.com

THANK YOU for voting us

Best Pizza in Meriden & Best Family Restaurant

Dine in - Take out - Banquets - Catering

2023 Reader’s Choice Awards Finalist

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Sophisticated Italian Cuisine

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Tricia Belfonti 860.426.1300

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Best Dentist Office Best Orthodontist Office Best Pediatric Dentist Office Best Pediatric Dental Office FOUR years in a row!

2022, 2021, 2020 and 2019 ........................................

Best Orthodontist Office 2020 ........................................

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Top Three Best Dental Office FOUR years in a row!

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CONNECTICUT FRESH FOOD & PRODUCE MARKET

920 S Colony St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.234.2162, ctfreshfoodandproduce.com

LOS MARIACHIS

105 N Colony St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.1838, losmariachisgrill.com

lewisfarmsct.com

Tacos Mi Nacho

wallingfordeatery.com

AWARDS

FINALISTS

Señor Pancho’s – Prospect

The Eatery of Wallingford

Thank You for Voting Us Best Therapeutic Massage!

MEXICAN RESTAURANT

FINALISTS

Lewis Farms

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senorpanchos.com

Find Us On Facebook

MILKSHAKE

LES’ DAIRY BAR

654 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 Find Us On Facebook

FINALISTS

Mr. D’s Gourmet Sweet Shop getmrds.com

Wayback Burgers waybackburgers.com

MUFFINS

NEILS DONUTS

83 N Turnpike Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.4255, neilsdonuts.com

FINALISTS

New England Muffin Factory muffinfactory.wordpress.com

Paul Gregory’s paulgregorys.com

Local. Trusted. Proven.

elementsmassage.com 203.542.9714

496 S Broad St, Meriden, CT

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Wallingford’s Premier Real Estate and Family Law Firm” Our primary practice includes Family Law, Real Estate.

• Small Firm, Big Value • Experience that listens • Award winning reputation • We put the family back in family law

203.678.4376

5 North Main Street, Suite 5, Wallingford CT www.gallen-law.com

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Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 5:00pm

Initial Consultation on new matters is free.

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Thank you for voting us Best Place to Work in Central CT in 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022!

Rewarding Career Opportunities in a World-Class Environment

Starting at 22/hr $

At Ulbrich, We Deliver Precision® thanks to our highly-skilled and dedicated workforce.

For over 99 years, we’ve recognized that talented individuals are the key to our success.

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Ulbrich Steel

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1 Dudley Ave, Wallingford, CT 203-239-4481

ULBRICH.COM/CAREERS

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Winner - Best Place to Work in the Readers’ Choice awards four years in a row.

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Fresh Fish Market

DINING NEIGHBORHOOD BAR DOUBLE PLAY CAFE

Come check out our new items!

Thank you for voting us best seafood & best seafood market!

320 Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.2599, doubleplaycafe.com

FINALISTS 122 Elm St Tavern

122elmstreet tavern.com

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Sliders Grill & Bar

slidersgrillbar.com

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OUTDOOR DINING

PANCAKES

DAD’S RESTAURANT

740 N Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.4868, dadswallingford.com

FINALISTS

Colony Diner

VIRON RONDO OSTERIA

colonydiner.com

Paul Gregory’s

1721 Highland Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.439.2727, vironrondoosteria.com

FINALISTS

Gaetano’s Tavern on Main gaetanostavern.com

Millpond Gathering

Close Harbour Seafood

millpondgatherings.com

paulgregorys.com

PIZZA IN CHESHIRE VESPUCCI’S

150 Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.271.9143, vespuccis.com

FINALISTS

Fuoco Apizza

959 Meriden-Waterbury Tpke • Plantsville, CT 860-621-7334 • CloseHarbourSeafood.com

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Rossini’s Italian Restaurant and Pizza cheshirerossini.com

• Inground Fiberglass Pools • Inground Liner Replacements • Above Ground Pools • Marquis Spas • Bullfrog Spas • Patio Furniture • Free Water Testing • Pool Chemicals, Auto Vacs, Pool Covers, Toys and More

Thank You Customer For Voting for Us Best Chinese and Best Thai

Thank you for all your votes!

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1103 Queen St., Southington, CT www.somewhereinbkk.com 860-479-9111 • 860-479-9112

203-741-9691 • wholesomepoolandspa.com 178 State Street, North Haven

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BEST YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUE

WALLINGFORD GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE Welcomes girls of all ages from pre-K through high school

2023

To all the 2023 Winners and Finalists!

CHESHIRE’S FULL SERVICE JEWELER

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Learn more about our Spring and Fall Girls Softball Leagues

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First Congregational Preschool, Inc. 62 Colony Street, Meriden

Thank You For Voting For US

Best Early Learning Center & Best Pre School

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5 Day Preschool Program Readiness Funding Sliding Fee

Offering Small Classes with an emphasis on Social and Critical Thinking Skills

Childhood should be a journey, not a race!

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State Licensed & NAEYC Accredited

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THE BIG HYUNDAI STORE

Voted #1 since 2005, stop by and find out why!

Assurance

STRESS FREE SHOPPING www.meridenhyundai.com

844-700-1254 | 318 South Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450

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DINING PIZZA IN MERIDEN

POLISH RESTAURANT

SALAD BAR

75 Pomeroy Ave, Meriden, CT 06450 203.634.3959, lidositalian.com

1095 West Street, Southington, CT 06489 860.736.5310, Find Us On Facebook

665 N Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.1400, bmusecafe.com

LIDO’S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA FINALISTS

Hubbard Park Pizza hubbardparkpizza.com

The Little Rendezvous thelittlevous.com

PIZZA IN SOUTHINGTON SOUTH TOWN APIZZA

2211 Meriden-Waterbury Trnpk, Marion, CT 06444 860.426.0626, southtownapizza.com

FINALISTS

POLISHPLATE FINALISTS

Staropolska Restaurant staropolska.net

V. Czapiga & Son Find Us On Facebook

RIBS

PIG RIG BBQ

950 Yale Ave, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.0765, pigrigbbq.com

FINALISTS

BMUSE CAFE FINALISTS

Ruby Tuesday

Sans Souci Restaurant

SEAFOOD

SUSHI RESTAURANT

641 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.237.1710, willysmeriden.com

1109 S Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.439.7976, torosushict.com

FINALISTS

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closeharbourseafood.com

ironchefct.com

ctfreshfoodandproduce.com rubytuesday.com

ONE EYED WILLY’S SEAFOOD SHACK

domenicsandvinniespizza.com

smokinwithchris.com

Close Harbour Seafood Restaurant & Market Westbrook Lobster

Taino Smokehouse Prime tainosmokehouse.com

PIZZA IN WALLINGFORD

ROMANTIC RESTAURANT

314 Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.294.9004, hometownpizzawlfd.com

344 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.5303, michaelstrattoria.com

HOMETOWN PIZZA & RESTAURANT FINALISTS

MICHAEL’S TRATTORIA FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Smokin’ With Chris

The Fire Place

1170 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.634.9994, americansteakhouse.com

Connecticut Fresh Food & Produce Market

Domenic’s and Vinnie’s Pizza thefireplacect.com

STEAKHOUSE

AMERICAN STEAKHOUSE

ruthschris.com

sanssoucirestaurant.com

TORO SUSHI

Iron Chef

Sweet Mango

westbrooklobster.com

sweet-mango.com

SPORTS BAR

THAI RESTAURANT

320 Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.2599, doubleplaycafe.com

370 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.3800, zaonnthaihouse.com

FINALISTS

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DOUBLE PLAY CAFE

Christo’s Restaurant & Bar

The Library Wine Bar and Bistro

christospizzawlfd.com

thelibrarywinebar.com

ajs-oasis-cafe-meriden-ct.business.site

roodle-ct.com

Napoli Pizza Restaurant

Viron Rondo Osteria

Sliders Grill & Bar

Somewhere In Bangkok

vironrondoosteria.com

AJ’s Oasis Cafe

ZA-ONN THAI HOUSE

slidersgrillbar.com

Roodle

somewhereinbkk.com

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COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS & NONPROFITS CHILDREN & YOUTH

ULBRICH BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB 72 Grand St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.491.1229, bgcgnh.org

FINALISTS

Boys & Girls Club of Meriden bgcmeriden.org

Wallingford Family YMCA wallingfordymca.org

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION UNITED WAY OF MERIDEN AND WALLINGFORD CONNECTICUT 35 Pleasant St Ste 1E, Meriden, CT 06450 203.235.4403, unitedwaymw.org

FINALISTS

Spanish Community of Wallingford scowinc.org

Wallingford Family YMCA wallingfordymca.org

EDUCATION

ACES – Area Cooperative Educational Services

350 State St, North Haven, CT 06473 203.498.6800, aces.org

FINALISTS

FOUNDATION

WALLINGFORD EDUCATION FOUNDATION wallingfordeducationfoundation.org

ENTERTAINMENT & LEISURE

IMMIGRATION

SPANISH COMMUNITY OF WALLINGFORD

ACES Education Foundation

284 Washington St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.5866, scowinc.org

Cuno Foundation

Community Renewal Team Inc

FINALISTS aces.org

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HEALTH & WELLBEING

WALLINGFORD FAMILY YMCA 81 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.4497, wallingfordymca.org

IRIS – Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services

Meriden YMCA

hiddenvalleyminigolf.com

SCHOLARSHIPS

lakecompounce.com

justinbweaver.com

badapplesband.com

HUMAN SERVICES

The Amity Club

FINALISTS

IMPOSTOR

203.430.5286, Find Us On Facebook

Justin B. Weaver Scholarship for the Trades

35 Pleasant St Ste 1E, Meriden, CT 06450 203.235.4403, unitedwaymw.org

COVER BAND

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sccymca.org

UNITED WAY OF MERIDEN AND WALLINGFORD CONNECTICUT

Lake Compounce

SOUTHINGTON COMMUNITY YMCA

meridenymca.org

Southington Community YMCA

Hidden Valley Miniature Golf & Waterfront Grille

irisct.org

29 High St, Southington, CT 06489 860.628.5597, sccymca.org

FINALISTS

805 N Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.298.7100, back9social.com

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crtct.org

cunofoundation.org

AMUSEMENT FACILITY

BACK 9 SOCIAL – Eat. Drink. Golf. Social.

amityclub.org

YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUE WALLINGFORD GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE 203.265.4931, wgsl.org

FINALISTS Bad Apples

Down the Hatch

Find Us On Facebook

DANCE STUDIO

UNITED RHYTHMS DANCE STUDIO 30 Powers Dr # 3, Meriden, CT 06451 860.614.7337, unitedrhythms.com

FINALISTS

First Congregational Preschool, Inc.

ACES Treatment and Learning Center – ACES TLC

CT Riptide Baseball

Academy of Dance & Music

ctriptide.com

academyofdance1.com

Holy Trinity School

Wallingford Senior Center

Meriden Raiders Clubhouse

Miss Chantel’s Star Dance Academy

firstcongregationalpreschool.net hts-wallingford.org

aces.org

wlfdseniorctr.com

FINALISTS

Find Us On Facebook

star-dance-academy.com

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Best Pool Store & Supplies, Hot Tub Store and Best Spa Store & Supplies

Serving Connecticut since 1989

SOME OF THE SERVICES WE OFFER:

15% OFF spa chemicals $25 or more

• Pool and Spa Summerizing & Winterizing • Above Ground Pools (while supplies last) • Weekly Cleaning & Maintenance • Fire Pits • Outdoor kitchens • Putting Greens • Synthetic Turf • All Types Of Masonry • HotSpring Spas

not to be combined with any other offer.

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20% OFF

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Offer Good thru 12/31/23

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Thank You For Voting Us The BEST Radiology Group!

Midstate Radiology Associates, LLC is honored to be an integral part of your community. With 18 locations and growing, we proudly support the health & wellness of Connecticut residents. Delivering patient-first care for

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WE ARE

18 Convenient Locations Statewide MidstateRadiology.com | 203.694.8405

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203.694.8405

MidState Medical Center Meriden

Plainfield Emergency Care Center

Hospital of Central CT New Britain

Backus Hospital Norwich

18 locations and growing...

Hartford HealthCare Health Center - Bristol

Backus Outpatient Care Center - Norwich

Hospital of Central CT Plainville

Whitney Imaging Hamden

Vein Centers of CT Bristol

Hospital of Central CT Southington

Hartford HealthCare Health Center - Colchester

Vein Centers of CT Wallingford

Cheshire Imaging

Norwich Imaging

Wallingford Imaging

Vernon Imaging

West Hartford Imaging

Mystic Imaging

World-Class Medical Imaging – Close to Home 3 CT Scan

3 Low Dose Digital X-Ray

Also offering Vein Treatment

3 Ultrasound

3 Hereditary Cancer Risk Assessment

3 Radiofrequency & Laser Ablation

3 3T and High Field Open MRI

3 Advanced Women’s Services including 3D Breast Tomosynthesis

3 Varithena® & Sclerotherapy

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HOME, HOME SERVICES & FINANCE DIY ART STUDIO WORDS ON WOOD

144 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.303.4717, wordsonwood.com

Best Craft Beer Selection

AWARDS

665 W Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.272.2901, marbridgeweb.com

catalystartstudio.com

Elim Park Health Care & Rehabilitation

Splat Art Studio splatartstudio.com

DJ

RICO ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS

We offer over 500 lay down wines, 100 cold 12 packs of beer, 150 cold Six packs more than 100 cold bottles of wine. Come down to and check out our selection.

14 W Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 860.922.7426, ricoevents.com

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masonicare.org

BANK

LIBERTY BANK

852 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 888.570.0773, liberty-bank.com

ionbank.com

MINI GOLF

2340 Berlin Trnpk, Berlin, CT 06037 860.828.9800, safarigolfct.com

FINALISTS

Back 9 Social – Eat. Drink. Golf. Social.

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Masonicare At Ashlar Village

Sound Spectrum Entertainment

SAFARI GOLF

860-863-5999

elimpark.org

FINALISTS

Find Us On Facebook

264 MERIDEN - WATERBURY TPK. • SOUTHINGTON CT Serving clients since 2010

FINALISTS

Mazzone Brothers Productions soundspectrumentertainment.io

Sassy Liquors

MARBRIDGE ASSISTED LIVING & MEMORY CARE

FINALISTS

Catalyst Art Studio

Our stores are designed to offer the best selection, low prices, and a fast and friendly environment.

ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY

Ion Bank

Webster Bank

websterbank.com

BATHROOM REMODELER EXTREME MAINT. LLC

600 Canal St, Milldale, CT 06467 203.272.8010, extrememaint.com

FINALISTS

back9social.com

Bencar Building Systems

Hidden Valley Miniature Golf & Waterfront Grille

bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of Central Connecticut

hiddenvalleyminigolf.com

bencarbuildingsystems.com

bluefrogplumbingcentralct.com

CONNECTICUT RESIDENTIAL HOME INSPECTIONS AND TESTING SERVICES A Home Inspection That Buys You Peace of Mind

Proudly Providing Residential Home • Modern Tools Inspections for Homebuyers and • Easy To Read Report Homesellers, Commercial Inspections, • Competitive Pricing Radon Testing, Termite Inspections • Convenience Scheduling and Insurance Inspections to all of • Pool & Spa Certified Connecticut. There are many home inspection companies out there…

Certified and Licensed Professional don’t settle for second best.

InterNACHI 18120343 HOI. 1110

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www.paragoninspectionsct.com Bert@paragoninspectionsct.com 203-213-4622 • 493 Gravel Street, Meriden, CT 06450

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HOME, HOME SERVICES & FINANCE COMMERCIAL CLEANING COMPANY MERRY MAIDS

203.651.5519, merrymaids.com

FINALISTS

OCD Cleaning Services ocdcleaningservicesllc.com

Pro Cleaning Equipment & Supplies Find Us On Facebook

COMMERCIAL INSURANCE QUADRATO INSURANCE

426 N Main St, Southington, CT 06489 860.329.0103, quadratoinsurance.com

FINALISTS

Ferguson & McGuire Insurance Services fergusonmcguire.com

Petruzelo Insurance Agency petruzelo.com

MEMBERS FIRST CT FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Thank you for all of your votes again this year for “Best Flooring Company” and “Best Floor Covering Store.”

FINALISTS

We are honored, and as a special thank you, please enjoy these special savings!

CREDIT UNION

285 Broad St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.237.6424, membersfirstctfcu.com

Connex Credit Union connexcu.org

Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union nutmegstatefcu.org

“Where Friends Send Friends”

ELECTRICIAN

HABERLI ELECTRIC

25 Columbus Ave, Meriden, CT 06451 203.235.5653

$100 OFF ANY PURCHASE OF $1,000 OR MORE

FINALISTS

$200 OFF ANY PURCHASE OF $2,000 OR MORE $300 OFF ANY PURCHASE OF $3,000 OR MORE

Casner Electric LLC

Colonial

casnerelectric.com

Colonial

OFFER EXPIRES 12/31/2023. PRESENT AT ORDER PLACEMENT. CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER OFFERS.

Desjardins Electric Find Us On Facebook

1116 North Colony Road (Rt. 5, across from Staples) Wallingford R264068

203-774-3280

ColonialFlooringAmerica.com HIC#0578725

THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US AGAIN THIS YEAR FOR OUR BREAKFAST SANDWICHES & DOUGHNUTS. AWARDS

Colonial

YEAR AFTER YEAR YOU VOTE FOR US AND WE ARE SO HONORED!

We are just thrilled to be voted for BEST

AS A SPECIAL THANK YOU PLEASE SHOW THIS AD AND RECEIVE $1.00 OFF A DOZEN DONUTS! EXP 10/31/23

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE again this year.

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83 N. Turnpike Rd., Wallingford • 203-269-4255 • neilsdonuts.com

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Voted #1 donut shop in Connecticut by Connecticut Magazine sept. 2019 edition

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AWARDS

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• Best Diner • Best Early Bird Dinner

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HOME, HOME SERVICES & FINANCE GUTTER INSTALLATION

V. NANFITO ROOFING & SIDING 558 Hanover St, Meriden, CT 06451 203.639.1634, vnanfito.com

HOME CONTRACTOR

BENCAR BUILDING SYSTEMS

210 N Plains Industrial Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.9204, bencarbuildingsystems.com

FINALISTS

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Atwater Gutters

Fiderio & Sons

Brown Roofing

V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding

Find Us On Facebook

Sheffy · Denigris Gr ay · Bedard LLP

fiderio.com

brownroofing.org

vnanfito.com

HOME & AUTO INSURANCE PETRUZELO INSURANCE AGENCY

4 Research Pkwy, Wallingford, CT 06492 866.479.3327, petruzelo.com

FINALISTS

HOME INSPECTOR

THE MIRANDA TEAM – Pillar to Post Home Inspectors

30 Old Sawmill Dr, Beacon Falls, CT 06403 203.490.7855, mirandateam.pillartopost.com

FINALISTS

Ferguson & McGuire Insurance Services

JRV Home Inspection Services

Nesso Group

Paragon Property Inspections

HOME BUILDER

SILVER CITY FURNACE COMPANY

fergusonmcguire.com

Thank you to our clients, neighbors and friends for voting us Best Personal Injury Lawyer

jrvhomeinspections.com

paragoninspectionsct.com

nessogroup.com

HEATING & AC COMPANY

558 Hanover St, Meriden, CT 06451 203.639.1634, vnanfito.com

316 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.237.0995, silvercityfurnace.com

FINALISTS

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Billy Carlson Heating & Air

buildalovleyhome.com

East Coast Mechanical, Inc. – Heating & Cooling

Lovley Development, Inc. Steve Szymaszek, Szymaszek Construction

AWARDS 264230

V. NANFITO ROOFING & SIDING

billycarlsonct.com

166 N Main St, Southington, CT 06489 (860) 620-9460 • sheffylaw.com

calleastcoast.com

THANK YOU!

For recognizing our team as one of the best physical therapy providers in the Meriden area!

Our team prides ourselves on our holistic approach to quality patient care. We are proud to offer:

Balance Therapy Orthopedic Therapy Neurological Rehab Sports Rehab Pain Management For more information, please visit: fyzical.com/northeast-region FYZICAL Bristol

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HOME, HOME SERVICES & FINANCE

FOR VOTING US BEST!

HOME REMODELER EXTREME MAINT. LLC

600 Canal St, Milldale, CT 06467 203.272.8010, extrememaint.com

HVAC CLEANING SERVICE EAST COAST MECHANICAL, INC. – Heating & Cooling

FINALISTS

1187 Highland Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.272.6676, calleastcoast.com

bencarbuildingsystems.com

Billy Carlson Heating & Air

Bencar Building Systems V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding vnanfito.com

FINALISTS

billycarlsonct.com

Silver City Furnace Company silvercityfurnace.com

HOME SECURITY

CT HOME AUTOMATION LLC

36 Carol Dr, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.439.0776, cthomeautomation.com

AWARDS

 Ct Mags- Best Family Dining 2022 

FINALISTS

 Ct Mags- Best hidden Gem 2021 

adt.com

ADT®

Mule Security Systems, Inc

 Outdoor dining available in any of our 3 beautiful patios   Locally sourced seasonal hand crafted cuisine   And coming soon Bird Dog BBQ @ 1244 Meriden Ave.  264298

CRAFTKITCHENCT.COM

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FINALISTS

Franciscan Home Care & Hospice Care franciscanhc.org

Right at Home

HOT TUB STORE & SUPPLIES

INDEPENDENT LIVING COMMUNITY

1101 S Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.250.7665, alohaswimmingpools.com

74 Cheshire Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.679.6400, masonicare.org

FINALISTS

rightathome.net

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Aquatic Pool & Spa Services

Franciscan Life Center

Hunter’s Pool Center

The Village at Kensington Place

aquaticpool.com

42 WEST MAIN STREET • PLANTSVILLE • 860.426.3373

888.332.0033, masonicare.org

mulesecurity.com

ALOHA SWIMMING POOLS & SPAS

 Go to craftkitchenct.com to learn more about our amazing food 

IN HOME CARE

MASONICARE HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE SERVICES

hunterspool.com

flcenter.org

benchmarkseniorliving.com

Thank you for all of your votes!

Best Deli 2023

AWARDS

OVER 60 YEARS IN BUSINESS! AWARDS

Breakfast, Lunch, Catering, Daily Specials

Voted for the Best Deli in North Haven for the past 8 Years!

Visit our website for our full menu as well as our catering options for all occasions.

YOU ARE #1 TO US!!

Catering available 7 days a week. Hours: M-F 7-3 & Saturday 8-2

Kings Acres Plaza, 69 State St. North Haven 92 State Street, North Haven, CT • 203-288-2943 • artstvonline.com

264078

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StellatosDeli.com

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HOME, HOME SERVICES & FINANCE INSURANCE AGENT

KITCHEN REMODELER

ariscoinsurancegroup.com

132 S Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.250.6445, kdmkitchens.com

TOM ARISCO – Arisco Insurance Group

KDM KITCHENS FINALISTS

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Holly McLin Camp – Wolcott Insurance Group

Bencar Building Systems

wigct.com

bencarbuildingsystems.com

Nesso Group

Civale and Son Home Improvements

nessogroup.com

Find Us On Facebook

INVESTMENT FIRM

UNCLE BOB’S FLOWER & GARDEN

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NESSO GROUP

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191 Meriden Rd, Middlefield, CT 06455 860.704.8414, unclebobsgarden.com

409 Canal St, Milldale, CT 06467 860.374.4010, nessogroup.com

FINALISTS

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Nick Constantino Landscape Services

4T Financial

nclandscape.net

4tfinancial.com

Total Landscaping

Jeff Jolly – Ameriprise Financial North Haven

Find Us On Facebook

ameripriseadvisors.com

LAW FIRM

MAHON, QUINN & MAHON, PC

JUNK REMOVAL

636 Broad St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.238.1010, mqmlawyer.com

JUNK BEAR

102 Old Turnpike Rd, Southington, CT 06489 860.854.7505, junk-bear.com

info@polishplatect.com • 860.736.5310

seeing you again soon!

FINALISTS

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Ericson, Scalise & Mangan

FINALISTS

264313

esmlaw.com

Grab Your Junk MidState Carting

Farrell & Grochowski

midstatecarting.com

1095 West Streetinfo@polishplatect.com Southington, CT, 06489 • 860.736. info@polishplatect.com • 860.736.5310

farrellandgrochowski.com

THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES! We are Your Local, Experienced Interior & Exterior Remodeling Experts

75 Washington Ave. North Haven CT (Next to Subway)

We are here to help you navigate the benefits of premium CBD products, explore new ways to feel your best, and make every day better than the last.

AWARDS

Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall Complete Remodeling All Year Long

SAVE UP TO $

1,500

Thank you for all your votes for best CBD store again this year!

ON YOUR NEXT HOME REMODELING PROJECT!* *Call for details. Some exclusions may apply.

• Additions • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Roofing • Siding • Windows • Doors • Basements • Gutters • Skylights • Sunrooms • Porches • Decks

20% OFF Total purchase Exp. 11/30/2023

Free Shipping & Delivery | (203) 234-7779 | getsunmed.com

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We are a full service salon, additional specialties include: • Dry curly haircutting • Balayage/Foilyage • Vegan ammonia free permanent color

• Teasy lights • Corrective color • Hand tied/Tape-in/ Halo extensions

cbartofhair.com

• Eyebrow lamination • Eyebrow tinting • Waxing services

@cbartofhair

203.272.4247 • 98 Elm St, Cheshire, CT

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Fall Specials Oribe Basket Raffle Spend a minimum of $75 on Oribe products and your name will be entered into a raffle to win a basket of Oribe products worth $400+

Hairspray Mania

25% Off Your Favorite Goldwell & KMS Hairsprays Available In: GOLDWELL: Sprayer, Big Finish, Magic Finish, Naturally Full KMS: Playable Texture, Firm Finishing, Anti-Humidity, Working Hairspray, Thermashape 2-in1 Spray

Brazilian Blowout Promotion 20% Off Brazilian Blowout Shampoo & Conditioner

Kerasilk Bundle

Purchase any shampoo & conditioner and receive 50% off select styling products!

Jane Iredale Lip Collection Promotion 10% Off 1 Product, 20% Off 2 Products, & 30% Off 3 Products!

Oribe Gift With Purchase

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HOME, HOME SERVICES & FINANCE

PAU L’S M A SON RY

LAWN CARE

NICK CONSTANTINO LANDSCAPE SERVICES

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR VOTES FOR OUR DAD FOR BEST MASONRY AGAIN THIS YEAR!

AWARDS

404 Dryden Dr, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.651.9267, nclandscape.net

FINALISTS

Sully’s Lawn Care Services Find Us On Facebook

Uncle Bob’s Garden Center unclebobsgarden.com

MASONRY

PAUL’S MASONRY

Stonewalls, Patios, Chimneys, Fireplaces, Sidewalks, Concrete, Retaining Walls, Pool Patios, Brick Works, New and Repairs

1698 Waterbury Rd, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.706.9281, paulsmasonry.net

FINALISTS

AP Masonry

33 Fair St Ste 101, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.589.4677, platinummortgagesolutions.com

Find Us On Facebook

ALL TYPES OF MASONRY WORK

William M. Laydon Construction

laydonconstruction.com

MORTGAGE LENDER

Mandy C. Miller, Loan Officer Province Mortgage Associates, Inc. provincemortgage.com

FINALIST

Michael Christoforo – Guaranteed Rate Affinity grarate.com

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We Service the Best • Years of Experience For Free Estimates call 203-706-9281 or visit paulsmasonry.net

MORTGAGE BROKER

PLATINUM MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC.

Ct Licensed & Fully Insured HIC# 0635508

Uncle Bob’s Uncle Bob says...

Your Community Chartered Credit Union Serving Meriden, Wallingford, Cheshire, North Branford and Hamden.

Florist & Garden Center

Thank you to our loyal members for voting us Best Credit Union!

Thank you for your votes for Bulk Up for Center Spring!

Best Garden Roses 2 • Bulk Mulch • Top Soil • Processed Florist Stone • Decorative Stone &dozen only • Porcelain Paver Tiles • Fieldstone • Cobblestone Best Landscaping $18.99!

Garden • Blue Stone • Paver Tiles • Trees • Shrubs Center Best Care Call now to get a FreeLawn Quote your next project.

Uncle Bobonsays...

Clean-ups • Mulching • Planting • Patios • Walkways • Retaining Walls Best Place to Work employees) Bulk Up for(1-25 Spring!

Uncle Bob’s AWARDS

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OFFERING: Direct Deposit, Mobile Banking, Bill Pay, Telephone Teller, Over 55,000 ATM Locations Free of Charge

Delivery Available | Landscaping Services

• Bulk Mulch Service • Top Soil • Processed Stoneproduct • Decorative Stone is our most important • Porcelain Paver Tiles • Fieldstone • Cobblestone Low Prices, Great Quality and Service ... What Else is There?

• Blue Stone • Paver Tiles • Trees • Shrubs

191Call Meriden Road (Rte 66)on Middlefield 704-8414 now to get a Free Quote your next project.

PERSONALIZED SERVICE Full Service Teller Line, Auto Loans, RV/Boat Loans, Personal Loans, Mortgages, Visa SAVINGS PRODUCTS

Occasions Just Because...

Clean-upsFunerals, • MulchingSpecial • Planting • Patios •or Walkways • Retaining Walls www.unclebobsgarden.com

Delivery Available | Landscaping Services Service is our most important product

Low Prices, Great Quality and Service ... What Else is There?

Funerals, Special or Just Because...

191 Meriden Road Occasions (Rte 66) Middlefield 704-8414 Funerals, Special Occasions or Just Because... www.unclebobsgarden.com www.unclebobsgarden.com

Other Services: including Redemption of Savings Bonds, Notary Services, Signature, Guarantees, Money Orders

~ CONVENIENT LOCATIONS ~ 163 Washington Street, Wallingford, CT 203-265-0420

www.MembersFirstCTFCU.com

Low Prices, Great Quality and Service ... What Else is There?

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191 Meriden Road (Rte 66) Middlefield 860-704-8414

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HOME, HOME SERVICES & FINANCE PAINT STORE

PAVING CONTRACTOR

SOUTH BROAD PAINT & HOME CENTER

MIDSTATE PAVING

400.Washington St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.238.1708, Find Us On Facebook

1267 S Broad St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.774.4700, southbroadpaintcenter.com

FINALISTS

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Fuda Construction

rwhinehardware.com

Stanley Paving

fudaconstruction.com

R W Hine Ace Hardware

MUSIC STORE and MUSIC SCHOOL 13 years running in North Haven Citizen’s Best of Awards

stanley-pavingllc.com

Sherwin-Williams Paint Store sherwin-williams.com

POOL STORE & SUPPLIES

PAINTING CONTRACTOR

HUNTER’S POOL CENTER

GARDNER PAINTING

263 Church St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.2183, hunterspool.com

FINALISTS

Aquatic Pool & Spa Services

238 Maromas Rd, Middletown, CT 06457 203.213.7865, gardnerpaintingllc.com

FINALISTS

Cutting Edge Painters

aquaticpool.com

cuttingedgepainters.com

Wholesome Pool and Spa

Ferraro’s Painting & Restoration

wholesomepoolandspa.com

ferrarospainting.com

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Partnering with Connecticut Homeowners For Over 50 Years

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Partnering with Connecticut Homeowners For Over 50 Years

Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA

50 Graham Place, Southington CT 06489

CONNECTICUT’S Premier

HOMEGOODS DESTINATION edgeable Staff

Industry Leading Home Appliances ng every stage of and everything in-between Luxury, budget,

AWARDS

Dedicated and Knowledgeable Staff

We are here for you during every stage of

your home’s project room Experience Award Winning Showroom Experience

x of indoorGet &Inspired: outdoor Unique mix of indoor & outdoor kitchen displays, plus 40+ live burning fireplaces 0+ live burning fireplaces

Thank You!

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Let Us Help You Get

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The Job Done Right!

AWARDS

Proud to be part of your homes year after year

Let Us Help You Get

The Job Done Right!

Thank you for voting for us!

Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA meridenymca.org | nbbymca.org

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HOME, HOME SERVICES & FINANCE REAL ESTATE AGENT

BETSY STELLATO, REALTOR® – Harriman Real Estate 116 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.804.1986, harrimanre.com

Landscape Services

FINALISTS

Anna Buono, Realtor – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties

Cheshire, CT

annabuono.bhhsneproperties.com

203 651-9267 THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US!

Donna Zona – eXp Realty donnazona.exprealty.com

REAL ESTATE COMPANY HARRIMAN REAL ESTATE

116 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.672.4499, harrimanre.com

FINALISTS

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Margaret Bennett Realty AWARDS

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margaretbennettrealty.com

Dependable, professional, quality service at an affordable price!

404 Dryden Dr. Cheshire, CT 203-651-9267 | nclandscape.netOo nclandscapeservices@gmail.com

RE/MAXRise

RESTORATION COMPANY

remax.com

UNIVERSAL CLEANING & RESTORATION

REAL ESTATE TEAM

CT PROPERTY SISTERS

29 N Plains Hwy Ste #3, Wallingford, CT 06492 800.766.5245, ucrservice.com

88 S Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.214.3053, Find Us On Facebook

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Team Craig & Claudia – Harriman Real Estate harrimanre.com

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The Poulin Team – Harriman Real Estate harrimanre.com

Serving Wallingford and the community since 1973

50 Years’ Experience FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizen & Veteran Discount

Fully Insured | CT. HIC 0511372

Difonzo’s Restoration difonzos.net

Restoration 1 of Southern Connecticut restoration1.com

Thank you for voting for us for Best Roofing again this year!

$500 OFF Any Complete Roofing Job over $5,000 DEE’S ROOFING INC.

Must present coupon at time of estimate.

Cannot be combined with any other offers.

Expires 12/31/23

$1,000 OFF

• Residential & Commercial Roofing • Roof Inspections • Roof repairs

Any Complete Roofing Job over $10,000 DEE’S ROOFING INC.

AWARDS

264443

READERS CHOICE WINNER BEST ROOFING

Must present coupon at time of estimate.

Cannot be combined with any other offers.

Expires 12/31/23

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“Thank you for voting us as Best Pizza in Cheshire!”

461 West Main Street, Cheshire R264662

203-272-2749

“Our mission is to bring pizza lovers the best coal fired experience without having to travel to New Haven.”

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READERS’ ER CHOICE WINN Row 3 Years In a 2020-2022

Thank You For Your Votes for Best Home Inspection Company

AWARDS

You’ve found the home you want to buy. Now choose how you want it inspected. The Miranda Team offers Three Different Home Inspection Packages, Plus, Premium & Prestige, that allow you to select the range of services you prefer. This allows you to have Peace of Mind about buying the home you Love.

$50.00 OFF

Post purchase inspection, please call us today to schedule your inspection.

• Referred by Realtors & Clients • Mold & Radon Testing • Termite & Septic Inspections • Well/Water Testing • 203K Consulting • Chimney & City Sewer Scoping

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experienced & fully customizable professional staff menu

Weddings, Corporate Events, Social Gatherings, Holiday Parties & More!

Bourassa Catering offers delicious, hand-crafted cuisine to WOW your guests, expert event execution and show-stealing staff to make your event one to remember!

Drop-off catering, on-site full service catering, event services, bartending services and more your one stop, party shop!

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Introducing the mobile app!

thank you for voting!

download our free app for easy and convenient ordering on your apple or android device!

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BMUSE MIDDLEBURY 900 STRAITS TURNPIKE, MIDDLEBURY CT 10:30AM-6:30PM | (203) 577-3550

BMUSE WALLINGFORD 665 N COLONY ROAD, WALLINGFORD CT 10:00AM-3:00PM | (203) 265-1400

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HOME, HOME SERVICES & FINANCE ROOFING

DEE’S ROOFING CO INC

139 Meadow St, Branford, CT 06405 203.481.2561, deesroofing.net

FINALISTS

Brown Roofing V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding

Call us for today’s low competitive home heating oil price!

Fueling Central Connecticut’s Success for Years!

Your Votes Fuel Our Gratitude.

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Thank You for Voting Us One of the Best Fuel Companies!

SEPTIC SERVICE

SKILLED NURSING

J. ROSADINI EXCAVATING & SEPTIC

MASONICARE HEALTH CENTER

95 Corliss Ln, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.623.1352, jrosadiniexcavatingandseptic.com

22 Masonic Ave, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.679.5900, masonicare.org

FINALISTS

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Luigy Septic Services

Apple Rehab Farmington Valley

Vincent Cahill & Sons Excavating

Franciscan Home Care & Hospice Care

SIDING

TREE SURGEON

difonzos.net

1005 Amherst Pl, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.272.4485, ectreellcct.com

Find Us On Facebook

cahillsepticservice.com

apple-rehab.com

DIFONZO’S RESTORATION FINALISTS

DiMartino Home Improvement dimartinohi.com

189 David Road, Durham, CT 203-634-1113 or Unitedfueloil@gmail.com

V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding vnanfito.com

franciscanhc.org

E.C. TREE

FINALISTS

Jandreau’s Tree Service jandreaustreeservice.com

Wallingford Tree Services wallingfordtree.com

Bring Us Your Pain!

Award-winning Physical Therapy. Pediatrics to Geriatrics.

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316 Main Street Wallingford | 203.626.5330 | amitypt.com

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KIDS & EDUCATION DAY CAMP

WALLINGFORD FAMILY YMCA

MOUNTAIN MIST DAY CAMP

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

81 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.4497, wallingfordymca.org

Boys & Girls Club of Meriden

522 High Hill Rd, Meriden, CT 06450 203.237.7864, meridenymca.org

Holiday Hill

bgcmeriden.org

holidayhill.com

Meriden YMCA

Wallingford Family YMCA

meridenymca.org

St. Bridget School stbridgetschool.org

COLLEGE

wallingfordymca.org

DAY CARE

951 N Main Street Ext, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.5111, kidscarecdc.com

FINALISTS

Fairy Tales Child Care & Development Center

ccsu.edu

Wallingford Family YMCA

Central Connecticut State University Southern Connecticut State University southernct.edu

DANCE SCHOOL

UNITED RHYTHMS DANCE STUDIO 30 Powers Dr # 3, Meriden, CT 06451 860.614.7337, unitedrhythms.com

FINALISTS

En L’air Studio of Dance enlairdancect.com

Miss Chantel’s Star Dance Academy star-dance-academy.com

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KIDS CARE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

QUINNIPIAC UNIVERSITY

275 Mt Carmel Ave, Hamden, CT 06518 203.582.8200, qu.edu

THANKS FOR ALL OF YOUR VOTES FOR BEST BREWERY IN THE 2023 READERS For the 3rd Year CHOICE AWARDS! in a row!

FINALISTS

Find Us On Facebook

wallingfordymca.org

EARLY LEARNING CENTER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL PRESCHOOL, INC.

62 Colony St, Meriden, CT 06451 203.634.8886, firstcongregationalpreschool.net

FINALISTS

Building Blocks Learning Center mybblc.com

24 WALLACE AVE, WALLINGFORD

(203) 626-9056 • CENTERSTREETBREWING.COM

Meriden YMCA meridenymca.org

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AFTER SCHOOL CARE

Baran’s Kenpo Karate

6 WEEKS OF COLNALYSSES

$99.99 INCLUDES

A

FREE UNIFORM

21 N Plains Industrial Rd. Wallingford • (203) 949-9660 • BaransKenpo.com

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KIDS & EDUCATION MARTIAL ARTS

BARAN’S KENPO KARATE

21 N Plains Industrial Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.949.9660, baranskenpo.com

FINALISTS

PRIVATE SCHOOL

HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL

11 N Whittlesey Ave, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.4476, hts-wallingford.org

FINALISTS

Leadership Martial Arts

Choate Rosemary Hall

Valentin Karate

St. Bridget School

leadershipmartialartsct.com valentinkarate.net

MUSIC INSTRUCTION

ROCK HOUSE SCHOOL OF MUSIC 393 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.934.2501, rockhouseschool.com

FINALISTS

Music Center of North Haven musiccenternorth.com

Pat Russo Music

choate.edu

stbridgetschool.org

TUTOR

MERIDEN YMCA

110 W Main St, Meriden, CT 06451 203.235.6386, meridenymca.org

FINALISTS

Cassie Grenier Crest Educational cresteducational.com

patrussomusic.wixsite.com

PRE-SCHOOL

HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL

11 N Whittlesey Ave, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.4476, hts-wallingford.org

FINALISTS

First Congregational Preschool, Inc. firstcongregationalpreschool.net

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Helping Make A Difference

Is what we do here at United Way of Meriden and Wallingford.

St. Bridget School stbridgetschool.org

Thank you for voting us best Community Organization and best in Human Services

United Way does a lot more than raise money! We fund effective programs, stimulate individual and corporate volunteerism, connect people with resources, work in partnership with others to improve our community.

“Creating this community of caring expands our ability to bring people together to impact lives well beyond what we could do with funding alone.”

The United Way of Meriden and Wallingford makes volunteering fun, easy and accessible to individuals, families, groups and corporations. Put your talents to work for your community. Give the gift of you. Volunteer.

UNITED WAY OF MERIDEN AND WALLINGFORD

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MAPLECROFT PLAZA 197 Highland Avenue · Cheshire, CT

(203) 699-1288 WALK INS WELCOME, APPOINTMENTS ENCOURAGED

We would like to thank our community for voting us as one of your favorite salons.

Through this support we have been voted one of the top 3 salons for Readers’ Choice Awards 2023.

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PEOPLE & PLACES

BARTENDER

JEFFREY GAGNE – Double Play Cafe 320 Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.2599, doubleplaycafe.com

FINALISTS

350 High Hill Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.630.3012, newlifechurchct.com

michaelstrattoria.com

Father Mendoza – Most Holy Trinity

Kelly Lawler – Michael’s Trattoria

FINALISTS

Maria Riopel – Laskara Restaurant

mhtwallingford.org

laskararestaurant.com

Rev Scott MacDonald – Saint John Lutheran Church

MUSEUM

saintjohnmeriden.org

BARNES MUSEUM

85 N Main St, Southington, CT 06489 ​860.628.5426, thebarnesmuseum.org

WEDDING VENUE

FINALISTS

556 Mulberry St, Plantsville, CT 06479 860.621.9335, aquaturfclub.com

AQUA TURF CLUB

Barker Character, Comic and Cartoon Museum

FINALISTS

barkermuseum.com

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Thank you to all of our amazing clients for supporting us these last 5 years!

Aria

The Yale Peabody Museum

ariabanquets.com

peabody.yale.edu

The Pavilion on Crystal Lake ctweddinggroup.com

PLACE TO WORSHIP NEW LIFE CHURCH

350 High Hill Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.630.3012, newlifechurchct.com

FINALISTS

Church of the Resurrection

203-910-7034 • 329 Main Street, Unit 101 Wallingford, CT 06492

resurrectionct.org

Most Holy Trinity Church mhtwallingford.org

DELICIOUS. THAT’S WHAT YOU VOTED US – THANK YOU!

We’re honored to have been voted one of the best in the Steakhouse category.

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NOT EATING HERE WOULD BE A MISSED STEAK!

AWARDS

Thank you for all of your votes this year for Best Day Care!

MERIDEN • 1170 East Main Street • 203.634.9994 BRIDGEPORT • 210 Boston Avenue • 203.576.9989 NORWALK • 595 Connecticut Avenue • 203.853.8869

951 N Main St Ext ♥ Wallingford ♥ (203) 265-4505 facebook.com/KidsCareChildDevCtr R264613

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RELIGIOUS LEADERS

WILLIAM MAROTTI – New Life Church CT

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Thank you for voting us as one of the best Chambers

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We appreciate your votes!

The Cheshire Chamber continues to encourage and promote the economic well-being of Cheshire by strengthening the business community.

203-272-2345

Yetta Augur President

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LASKARA RESTAURANT

SERVICES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

QUINNIPIAC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 50 N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.9891, quinncham.com

FINALISTS

Cheshire Chamber of Commerce cheshirechamber.org

THANK YOU

Midstate Chamber of Commerce

CAR WASH

for voting for us for

SCRUBBIN BUBBLES CAR WASH

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• Best Fine Dining • Best Early Bird Dinner

FINALISTS

Optimo Car Wash

• Best Family Restaurant

optimocarwashes.com

• Best Greek Restaurant

Splash Car Wash

• Best Bartender - Maria Riopel AWARDS

Multiple Locations scrubbinbubblescarwash.com

CARPET CLEANING

PROFESSIONAL CARPET SYSTEMS – Bloxam Enterprises

ευχαριστώ

12 New Haven Ave, Derby, CT 06418 203.888.5560, pcssouthernct.com

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295 Parker Farms RD., Wallingford (Near Gaylord) (203) 679-0844 www.laskararestaurant.com

splashcarwashes.com

FINALISTS

Hank Sawicki & Sons Inc Josh Cossette Carpet Cleaning Find Us On Facebook

midstatechamber.com

CREMATION SERVICES

B.C. BAILEY FUNERAL HOME 273 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.1111, bcbailey.com

FINALISTS

John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home jferryfh.com

Wallingford Funeral Home wallingfordfh.com

DIVORCE ATTORNEY

LAW OFFICES OF GREGORY ALLEN P.C.

5 N Main St #5, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.678.4376, gallen-law.com

FINALISTS

Corrine A. Boni-Vendola cbvdivorcelaw.com

Law Office of Lars Edeen, Jr.

Thank you for your love & support!

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Margaret Bennett 203-605-8083 margaretbennettrealty@gmail.com

Mikell Germond 203-710-9895 ctpropertysisters@gmail.com

Megan Foggitt 203-214-3053 ctpropertysisters@gmail.com

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SERVICES DOG TRAINER

DRY CLEANING DELIVERY SERVICE

521 Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.6906, caninecadre.net

857 N Main St Ext, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.9257, whitewaycleaners.com

WHITE WAY LAUNDRY INC.

CANINE CADRE

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Rainbow Cleaners

Blackmarsh Canine Consulting

rainbowcleanerswhitney.com

Find Us On Facebook

Tide Cleaners

Village Pet Spa & Kennel

tidecleaners.com

villagepetspa.com

ELDER CARE ATTORNEY FARRELL & GROCHOWSKI

DOGGY DAY CARE

375 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.7756, farrellandgrochowski.com

PAWS PET RESORT & SPA

312 E Johnson Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.250.7297, pawspet.com

KILBOURNE & TULLY, P.C.

FINALISTS

Multiple Locations

The Crate Escape

FINALIST

thecrateescapeusa.com R264551

Village Pet Spa & Kennel

Counseling for Children, Adults & Families

AVAILABLE: IN OFFICE • IN HOME • VIRTUAL 416 Highland Avenue Building B, Cheshire, CT 203-599-1492 | www.ctkidsmatter.com

ktelderlaw.com

villagepetspa.com

Brian T. Mahon – Mahon, Quinn & Mahon, PC mqmlawyer.com

DRY CLEANER

EMPLOYMENT AGENCY

736 N Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.294.1905, Find Us On Facebook

409 Canal St Ste B, Plantsville, CT 06479 203.272.0227, hobsonassoc.com

TOP NOTCH DRY CLEANING FINALISTS

HOBSON ASSOCIATES FINALISTS

Adecco Staffing

Tide Cleaners

adeccousa.com

tidecleaners.com

White Way Laundry Inc. whitewaycleaners.com

WeStaff westaff.com

COMPLETE SELECTION OF TUXEDOS, ALL IN STOCK SIZES

Thank you for all your votes for: Best Bridal Store Best Formal Wear Best Tuxedo Rental

AWARDS

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One FREE Tuxedo Rental for the Groom with 5 or more Rentals PLUS... $25 off any tuxedo rental for the fathers. In stock only.

AWARDS

We honor all of our competitor’s coupons! Not valid with any other offer.

Coupon must be presented when booked. Expires 12/31/23

SUITS STARTING AT $330 Shirts & Ties In Stock!

We sell suits for any occasion!

Mark & Donna Poulin REALTOR®

FULL SERVICE ALTERATIONS & BRIDAL

116 Center St., Wallingford, CT • 203-980-2433

170 CENTER ST, WALLINGFORD • 203-269-8652

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Large Selection of Men’s Suits, Vests, Ties & Bow Ties

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SERVICES ESTATE LAW ATTORNEY

FUNERAL HOME

FARRELL & GROCHOWSKI

WALLINGFORD FUNERAL HOME

375 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.7756, farrellandgrochowski.com

809 N Main St Ext, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.7777, wallingfordfh.com

FINALISTS

WE’LL BE THERE WHEN YOU NEED US!

FINALISTS

Nicole Barillaro – Gambardella, Cipriano, Gottlieb & Hathaway, P.C

B.C. Bailey Funeral Home

gcghlaw.com

bcbailey.com

Vincent Cervoni – Cervoni Law Office, LLC

John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home

FINANCIAL ADVISOR

HVAC SERVICE & REPAIR

attorneycervoni.com

NESSO GROUP

jferryfh.com

EAST COAST MECHANICAL, INC. – Heating & Cooling

409 Canal St, Milldale, CT 06467 860.374.4010, nessogroup.com

1187 Highland Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.272.6676, calleastcoast.com

FINALISTS

4T Financial

FINALISTS

4tfinancial.com

Billy Carlson Heating & Air

Jeff Jolly – Ameriprise Financial North Haven ameripriseadvisors.com

Silver City Furnace Company

FUEL COMPANY

silvercityfurnace.com

TUXIS OHRS FUEL

80 Britannia St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.639.3513, tuxisfuel.com

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Thank you for all of your votes for best restoration company!

billycarlsonct.com

FINALISTS

Roman Oil Co

LOCAL RAPID RESPONSE 203-269-9993

romanoil.com

United Fuel Oil

FREE CONSULTATION • 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

unitedfueloil.org

CELEBRITY SHUTTLE Life is a journey, let Celebrity Shuttle be your chauffeur!

AWARDS

Full service shuttle provider serving all of Connecticut.

Thank you for voting us as your favorite transportation provider in Readers’ Choice!

THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US!

Celebrity Shuttle is a full service shuttle provider serving all of Connecticut.

Catering specifically to the elderly and disabled, we provide drivers and wheelchair-accessible vehicles to help you or your loved one complete their errands safely and promptly.

Need a ride?

Text us now to schedule your transportation at

877.550.2353

Our Services:

We provide shuttle services to those in need. Contact us to arrange for transport for any of the following:

Full Catering

Made With Passion

Appetizers, meats, seafood and much more are available to choose from. Take a look at our full catering menu online today.

Our food and service is a product of passion and made with imported Italian ingredients and as well locally grown seasonal produce.

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General Transportation

Order Online

Pick Up & Drop Off Grocery Pickup

Happy Hour

Grocery Shopping Curbside Pickup & Delivery

Seven days a week!

Restaurant Pickups & Deliveries Pharmacy Runs General Errands

CORPORATE OFFICE

Pet Transportation

1295 East Main Street, Meriden

Doctor Visits R264661

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Wheelchair Transportation Healthcare employee transport Pet transportation Nursing Home Rides

Download our app today!

CALL US: (877) 550-2353 EMAIL US: info@celebrityshuttle.com VISIT US ONLINE: celebrityshuttle.com

We’re looking for drivers!

Apply online at celebrityshuttle.com

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Myranda LaPira 860-506-3720 HIS

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Instrument Specialist

Our goal is to listen to you, understand your Our goal is to listen hearing you Joanne Cyr-Callaghan, BC-HIS loss, find a solution, and helphearing loss, find a lead an active and healthy life.

Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist

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MEDICAID ACCEPTED

MEDICAID ACCEPTED

MEDICAID ACCEPTED

ACCEPTED

www.bristolhearingaids.com www.bristolhearingaids.com

860-506-3720 | 72 PINE ST., BRISTOL www.bristolhearingaids.com www.bristolhearingaids.com

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72 Pine St.,72 Suite B,St., Bristol Pine Suite B, Bristol MEDICAID

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Roofing, Siding Home Remodeler Home Contractor Gutter Installation MasterElite Contractor Highest Rated Roofing Company in New England

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Presidental Award

We cover all of your home remodeling needs!

• Roofing • Vinyl Siding • Renovations • Additions • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Finished Basements • Garage & Sheds • Replacement Windows & Doors • Gutters & Downspouts We Protect What Matters Most

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New Haven New Haven New Haven Style Apizza Style StyleApizza Apizza Style Apizza

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the areas best

New Haven Style Apizza Please Vote for us: BEST PIZZA IN SOUTHINGTON

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APIZZA - CALZONES - GRINDERS - SALADS - WINGS & MORE

Please Vote for us: BEST PIZZA IN SOUTHINGTON

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203.630.2926 CTStarAuto.com 333 S Broad St. Meriden

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SERVICES LAUNDROMAT

Barbershop Hair you go!

AWARDS

ULTRA COIN 2 LAUNDROMAT

1118 North Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.623.9621, Find Us On Facebook

FINALISTS

One Stop Laundromat and Dry Cleaners Super Suds Laundromat

Voted Best Barbershop of Central, CT 5 years in a row!

appointments with

Dino or Jonathan

Scan QR code to book your next appointment

LIFE INSURANCE AGENT SHANE QUADRATO – Quadrato Insurance

426 N Main St, Southington, CT 06489 860.329.0103, quadratoinsurance.com

FINALISTS

Nesso Group

nessogroup.com

Petruzelo Insurance Agency petruzelo.com

Cat’s Chair

JEWELRY REPAIR

appointment for Cat’s Chair

DW GEM SERVICES

355 Highland Ave Ste 201B, Cheshire, CT 06410 877.271.4367, dwgems.com

Call us or visit our website for current hours of operation.

FINALISTS

cornerstonebarbershopct.com

44 Center Street; Wallingford, CT 06492

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(203) 516-1684 / Cats’s Chair (203)-768-4002

PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER SHEFFY, DENIGRIS, GREY & BEDARD, LLP

166 N Main St, Southington, CT 06489 844.367.0314, sheffylaw.com

FINALISTS

Arnold’s Jewelers

Michael Quinn – Mahon, Quinn & Mahon, PC

Craig Jewelers

Vincent Cervoni – Cervoni Law Office, LLC

thearnoldsjewelers.net craigjewelers.com

mqmlawyer.com

attorneycervoni.com

Thank you for voting for us!

- Best Pet Boarding Facility - Best Doggy Daycare - Best Pet Groomer - Best Place to Work

Where pets are family

Dog Boarding Dog Daycare Pet Grooming

AWARDS

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Creative Cocktails

Paws Pet Resort & Spa is an all-suite luxury boarding, daycare and grooming facility offering services tailored to meet the individual needs of your pet.

312 East Johnson Ave., Cheshire

(203) 250-PAWS (7297) www.pawspet.com

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Stop by for a visit - seeing is believing!

Catering, Private Event Space, Romantic Restaurant AWARDS

203.271.9143 | www.vespuccis.com 150 Main Street, Cheshire, CT

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Thank you for voting us Best Garden Center!

AWARDS

Growing the Best for Our Customers.

Shop in our 80,000sq. ft Greenhouse Show us what you’re growing, tag your CFF plants on Instagram with: #MyCountryFlowers

Open Daily 9am – 6pm • 320 Baileyville Rd. Middlefield R264145

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320 BAILEYVILLE ROAD • RT. 147 MIDDLEFIELD • 860-349-3690 WWW.COUNTRYFLOWERFARMS.COM OPEN 7 DAYS, 9 AM - 6 PM

Voted Best Garden Center in Central Connecticut!

AWARDS

Fall in love with our many greenhouses filled with an outstanding collection of Holiday Plants, Christmas Trees, Houseplants, Annuals, Perennials, Shrubs, Herbs & Edibles, Pumpkins and more!

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ROOFING!

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Eddie Griffin OWNER BROWN ROOFING

Asphalt Roofs • Metal Roofs • Flat Roofs • Gutters • Gutter Guards

 ROOF REPLACEMENT  ROOF REPAIR  GUTTERS & GUTTER GUARDS  AND MORE WORLD’S BEST

GUTTER SYSTEM!

Since 1972!

Brown Roofing Contact us for a FREE ESTIMATE

203-465-6655

BrownRoofing.com

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ANY FULL ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT

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Coupon to be presented and redeemed at time of estimate. Not valid for prior work or estimates.

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Residential use only. Expires at time of estimate.

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 ROOF REPLACEMENT  ROOF REPAIR  GUTTERS & GUTTER GUARDS WORLD’S BEST  AND MORE GUTTER SYSTEM!

Let us tell you why!

Since 1972!

150

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Any New Full Gutter System Installation

203-465-6655

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Residential use only. Expires at time of estimate.

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SERVICES PEST CONTROL

PET GROOMER

AC EXTERMINATING COMPANY

BARBARA ANN HILLMAN – The Dogfather

333 Knob Hill Rd, Meriden, CT 06451 203.238.3396, Find Us On Facebook

203.907.3636, dogfathergrooming.com

FINALISTS

Family Pest Control of Connecticut – Wallingford Find Us On Facebook

Total Pest Control, LLC

FINALISTS

Cheryl – Cheryl at Paws Pet Resort & Spa pawspet.com

Lather & Laughs Dog Groomer and Daycare Find Us On Facebook

totalpestcontrolct.com

PET SUPPLIES

PET BOARDING FACILITY

CHESHIRE CAT & DOG TOO

VILLAGE PET SPA & KENNEL

1320 Waterbury Rd, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.439.0707, cheshirecatanddog.com

220 N Colony St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.3554, villagepetspa.com

Fairy Tales Child Care

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

NorthPoint Pets & Company

Paws Pet Resort & Spa

northpointpets.com

pawspet.com

& Development Center

Petco

The Crate Escape

petco.com

thecrateescapeusa.com

Thanks to all our loyal parents for voting us top daycare center!

470 Murdock Ave. Meriden, CT 06450 Phone 203.440.4244 • Fax 203.440.4244

R264376

Thank you for voting for us again this year for Best Floor Covering Store We are truly honored!

Best Estate Law Attorney Best Personal Injury Lawyer AWARDS

Best Real Estate Closing Attorney

We are honored to have your votes again this year!

AWARDS

R264463

Heritage Floor Covering Co.

Family owned and operated Serving the community since 1966 CARPET AND AREA RUGS • HARDWOOD AND LAMINATE TILE • VINYL • WINDOW TREATMENTS

HIC.0546019

892 North Colony Road, Wallingford • 203-269-8626 • heritagefloorcoveringco.com

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We employ our own installers and stand by every job.

221 N Main Street, Wallingford | attorneycervoni.com | (203) 265-5789

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SERVICES PREPLANNING SERVICES JOHN J. FERRY & SONS FUNERAL HOME 88 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450 203.235.3338, jferryfh.com

FINALISTS

Farrell & Grochowski farrellandgrochowski.com

MARY BUSH – Portrait Design by Mary Bush

720.890.0692, Find Us On Facebook

FINALISTS

Wallingford Funeral Home wallingfordfh.com

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS BARKER SPECIALTY

Christy Mitchell – Christy Mitchell Photography

27 Realty Dr, Cheshire, CT 06410 800.227.5377, barkerspecialty.com

Impressions Studio

Shirt Graphix

christymitchellphotography.com

Thank you for all your votes for

FINALISTS

impressionsstudio.com

shirtgraphix.com

PLUMBER

logoitup.com

Best Italian Restaurant, Best Romantic Restaurant and for Kelly Lawler for Best Bartender

Tee it Up

BLUEFROG PLUMBING + DRAIN OF CENTRAL CONNECTICUT

1191 Hanover Ave, Meriden, CT 06451 203.937.2772, bluefrogplumbingcentralct.com

344 Center Street, Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-5303 • michaelstrattoria.com

FINALISTS

Charles P Flynn Plumbing & Heating charlesflynnplumbing.com

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PHOTOGRAPHER

Michael Sheehy Plumbing & Heating

Thank you for voting us Best Electrician

We know you love us, and we know why!

Because we are the Best Pizza in Wallingford!

AWARDS

Casner Electric

Thank you so much for all of your votes!

We are truly honored!

LLC

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Servicing all your electrical needs Residential , Commercial, Industrial Over 30 years of Experience in the Electrical Industry!

AWARDS

237 Clark St., Milldale, CT

860-637-2513

Mon: CLOSED, Tues-Sat: 11am-10pm, Sun:12pm-9pm

314 Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 294-9004 | www.ourfavoritepizza.com

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DINE IN, CURBSIDE AND FREE LOCAL DELIVERY

CasnerElectric.com

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Thank you for voting us Best Tree Surgeon!

Voted best Tree Surgeon 5 years in a row!

Call today to find out why we are the best!

CHESHIRE • (203) 272-4485 HIC# 0581892 • B-3163 R264819

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SERVICES REAL ESTATE CLOSING ATTORNEY VINCENT CERVONI – Cervoni Law Office, LLC

221 N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.5789, attorneycervoni.com

MOBILE GROOMING

Cats, too!

FINALISTS

Farrell & Grochowski

TRANSPORTATION CELEBRITY SHUTTLE

1295 East Main St, Meriden, CT 0645 877.550.2353, celebrityshuttle.com

TRAVEL AGENCY

CASTLE DREAMS TRAVEL

860.426.1300, castledreamstravel.com

FINALISTS

DATTCO Inc

Gallagher Travel Shoppe Inspire Travel Vacations

Metro-North - New Haven Yard & Facility

VETERINARIAN

FINALISTS dattco.com

portal.ct.gov

MERIDEN ANIMAL HOSPITAL

607 E Main St #3, Meriden, CT 06450 203.235.1131, meridenanimalhospital.com

FINALISTS

East Side Veterinary Clinic eastsidevetclinic.com

Yalesville Veterinary Hospital yalesvillevet.com

THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US IN THE 2023 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS Barbara has been with the Dogfather team since 2013 and her commitment to your pets does not go unnoticed. We love our clients and their wonderful owners!

AWARDS R264676

Law Office of Lars Edeen, Jr.

203-907-3626 • dogfathergrooming.com

thank you for voting!

BEST Wings, Burgers, Sports Bar & Happy Hour

SlidersGrillBar.com

BERLIN • MIDDLETOWN • PLAINVILLE • SOUTHINGTON • WALLINGFORD

264328

farrellandgrochowski.com

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First Congregational Preschool, Inc. 62 Colony Street, Meriden

Thank You For Voting For US

Best Early Learning Center & Best Pre School

AWARDS

5 Day Preschool Program Readiness Funding Sliding Fee

Offering Small Classes with an emphasis on Social and Critical Thinking Skills

Childhood should be a journey, not a race!

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Handicap Accessible

Call (203)634-8886 for more information Growing with Children since 1967 www.firstcongregationalpreschool.net

State Licensed & NAEYC Accredited

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SERVICES WASTE MANAGEMENT

BICYCLE SHOP

897 S Main St, Plantsville, CT 06479 860.422.5678, hqdumpsters.com

146 Mill St, Berlin, CT 06037 860.828.3428, cuttingedgect.com

HQ DUMPSTERS & RECYCLING

CUTTING EDGE

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

All Waste, Inc.

Cheshire Cycle & Repair

allwaste.com

cheshirecycle.com

Tony’s Trucking & Warehouse

Suburban Sports

tonystrucking.com

ANTIQUE STORE

CINDY’S UNIQUE SHOP

65 N Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.9341, Find Us On Facebook

suburbanskiandbike.com

BRIDAL STORE

THE DRESSING ROOM BOUTIQUE

7 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.4333, thedressingroomboutique.com

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Adorn – Vintage and Restoration

Bliss Bridal

adornvintageandrestoration.online

blissbridalct.com

French Bleu Home

Zaccariello’s Tailor and Formal Wear

frenchbleuhome.com

zaccariellosformalwear.com

R264621

Celebrating our 20th year in business!

Spa & Salon AWARDS

“I’m so thankful for friendship.

It beautifies life so much.”

- L.M. Montgomery

THANK YOU for voting us one of the Best for Smart Home Technology, A/V and Home Theater services, Home and Commerical Security

AWARDS

Thank you for all of your votes for best nail salon year after year!

Bringing the most reliable technology to the residents and business owners of Connecticut.

Home Security, Home Theatre, Smart Home Technology

Instant gift certificates available online for your convenience.

PUMPKIN SPICE PEDICURE $55 KERATIN SMOOTHING TREATMENT $70.

Licensed and insured CT License #190084.

CHECK OUT OUR FALL SPECIALS AT 264611

26 North Main St. Wallingford • 203-269-FACE (3223) www.thebodyandsouldayspa.com

264558

TheBodyAndSoulDaySpa.com

cthomeautomation.com | 203.605.4252

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Thank you for all of your votes this year for best Cremation Services, Funeral Home, and Pre-Planning Services.

We are truly humbled and it is our honor to serve you year after year.

no obligation pre-arrangment consultation available We specialize in traditional and cremation funeral services.

Veteran’s Benefits Assistance and Medicaid Approved Prepaid Funeral Trusts Available.

264467

Please visit our website at www.wallingfordfh.com to download a free copy of our Funeral Planning Guide.

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SERVICES CBD STORE

YOUR CBD STORE | SUNMED

75 Washington Ave Space B, North Haven, CT 06473 203.234.7779, getsunmed.com

AWARDS

FINALISTS

The Remedy

WINNERS!

theremedycares.com

Zen Leaf Meriden zoelsauto.com

Thank you to all who voted for Petruzelo Insurance.

We were a finalist in Best Commercial Insurance and Best Home & Auto Insurance!

CONSIGNMENT STORE

CONSIGNMENT ORIGINALS Multiple Locations consignit.com

FINALISTS

COMMERCIAL INSURANCE • HOME & AUTO INSURANCE LIFE INSURANCE • INSURANCE AGENT

Cindy’s Unique Shop Find Us On Facebook

CANDY STORE

Once Upon A Child - Meriden

80 S Vine St, Meriden, CT 06451 203.235.2541, thompsonchocolate.com

FLOOR COVERING STORE

FINALISTS

Mr. D’s Gourmet Sweet Shop getmrds.com

Sweet Cioccolata sweetcioccolata.com

onceuponachild.com

HERITAGE FLOOR COVERING CO. 892 N Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.8626, heritagefloorcoveringco.com

Congrats to our very own Mary Murdocca.

264207

THOMPSON CHOCOLATE

FINALISTS

Colonial Flooring America colonialflooringamerica.com

Don Petits Store of Floors

R264207

Find Us On Facebook

Thank you for all of your votes for Best Liquor Store and Wine Selection

Thank you for all of your votes for best Real Estate Team.

We are truly honored!

AWARDS

“Where dreams come home’’

Harriman Real Estate

382 Center Street, Wallingford, CT

We appreciate your referrals!

dragonflywine.com

craigandclaudia@harrimanre.com

HELLO FRIENDS!

R264215

Craig: 203-927-7263 | Claudia: 203-605-8027

(203) 626-5298

Shop with us using the Drizly App or Drizly.com or click the link on our website!

GET BEER, WINE AND SPIRITS DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS WITH DOORDASH AND UBER EATS AS WELL!

264199

Team Craig & Claudia

Visit us on the web at: www.HarrimanRE.com

We Deliver!

Wine Tastings Every Friday 5-7:30pm

Thank you for choosing Viron Rondo Osteria Best Restaurant 2022

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We are proud to be the recipient of Thank you for voting us Best Fine-dining, Connecticut Magazines Experts’ Picks Best Restaurants Awards 2022.

HappyAwards: Hour, Italian Restaurant, Best Italian •dining, Best Outdoor Dining Outdoor Romantic Restaurant, Thank you for choosing Best Overall Excellence • Best Overall Value • Best Wine Selection AWARDS and Place to work2022 (100-250).

Viron Rondo Osteria Best Restaurant We are proud to be the recipient of Connecticut Magazines Experts’ Picks Best Restaurants Awards 2022.

Awards: Best Italian • Best Outdoor Dining Best Overall Excellence • Best Overall Value • Best Wine Selection

1721 Highland Avenue, Cheshire, CT • 203.439.2727 • www.vironrondoosteria.com

264069

1721 Highland Avenue, Cheshire, CT • 203.439.2727 • www.vironrondoosteria.com

1721 Highland Avenue, Cheshire, CT • 203.439.2727 • www.vironrondoosteria.com

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Thank yo Book your next event withViron us! Rondo Oster Now is the time to plan you holiday party.

We are prou Dining at its finest in a welcoming atmosphere.

Connecticut Magazines Exp

Best Italian Best Overall Excellence • B

We are proud to be the recipient of Connecticut Magazine Experts’ pick Best Restaurant Awards 2022

Make your reservation online at

www.vironrondoosteria.com Gift Cards available

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday – Saturday 11am-10pm Sunday 11am-9pm Lunch Served Monday – Saturday 11am-3pm

1721 Highland Avenue, Cheshire, C

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SHOPPING FLOORING COMPANY

FORMAL WEAR

COLONIAL FLOORING AMERICA

1116 N Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.774.5856, colonialflooringamerica.com

ZACCARIELLO’S TAILOR AND FORMAL WEAR

FINALISTS

170 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.8652, zaccariellosformalwear.com

Find Us On Facebook

Modern Formals of North Haven

Don Petits Store of Floors Heritage Floor Covering Co.

FINALISTS

modern-formals-of-north-haven.business.site

heritagefloorcoveringco.com

FLORIST

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US for best Pest Supple Store!

190 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.265.1514, wallingfordflower.com

FINALISTS

Cheshire Nursery Garden Center and Florist

FINALISTS

Foucault’s Furniture & Appliance

Rose Flowers & Gifts

foucaults.com

Mattress By Appointment mattressbyappointment.com

roseflowersgifts.com

We proudly support Animal Rescues & Shelters.

Buy 12 bags of food GET 1 FREE

Multiple Locations consignit.com

cheshireflorist.com

We carry Natural & Holistic pet foods & treats at an affordable price.

LOYALTY PROGRAM

CONSIGNMENT ORIGINALS

As a THANK YOU, bring in this ad for

$5.00 OFF

a large bag of Nutri Source Expires 12/31/2023

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THANK YOU FOR ALL OF YOUR VOTES FOR BEST

Bathroom Remodeler • Home Contractor Home Remodeler • Kitchen Remodeler We truly appreciate your support and will continue to provide the best!

BENCAR BUILDING SYSTEMS, LLC

210 North Plains Industrial Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 • 203-269-9204

www.bencarbuildingsystems.com

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AWARDS

FURNITURE STORE

WALLINGFORD FLOWER SHOPPE

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SHOPPING GARDEN CENTER

COUNTRY FLOWER FARMS

320 Baileyville Rd, Middlefield, CT 06455 860.349.3690, countryflowerfarms.org

FINALISTS

GOURMET FOODS

ALLY’S RUSTIC CORNER

65 N Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.9341, Find Us On Facebook

FINALISTS

Beaumont Farm

Caseus Provisions

Uncle Bob’s Garden Center

Paul Gregory’s

GIFT STORE

GROCERY STORE

Find Us On Facebook unclebobsgarden.com

HIDDEN GEM ON MAIN

33 N Main St Ste D, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.626.9881, hiddengemonmain.com

FINALISTS

Barker Animation – Art Galleries & Collectibles barkeranimation.com

Red Owl

redowlgifts.com

crispymelty.com

paulgregorys.com

BIG Y WORLD CLASS MARKET Multiple Locations bigy.com

FINALISTS

Thank you for voting RE/MAX Rise BEST REAL ESTATE COMPANY. Let’s make miracles happen.

Connecticut Fresh Food & Produce Market ctfreshfoodandproduce.com

East Center Market eastcentermarket.com

AWARDS

We are proud supporters of Children’s Miracle Network.

For every one of our listings that close we as a company donate to Children’s Miracle Network.

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1079 S Main Street, Cheshire, CT | (203) 806-1435

THANK YOU!

The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce has supported the business community of Wallingford & North Haven since 1915. We thank you for voting us the best chamber in the region for our work - we are honored! It is because of you that we are a success!

Garrett Sheehan, President & CEO, Ray Andrewsen, Executive Director Maribel Carrion, Operations Manager & Gary Ciarleglio, Vice President of Sales and Relationship Management

YOU’RE INVITED TO JOIN US AT OUR NEXT EVENT! Serving over 400 member businesses, our goal is to foster economic growth and support our local business community! Want to learn more about our events, intiatives, and benefits? Contact us today: OCTOBER 26, 2023 | THE FARMS COUNTRY CLUB, WLFD, CT 12 - 2 PM | REGISTER AT QUINNCHAM.COM

50 North Main Street 2nd Floor, Wallingford, CT, 06492

203.269.9891 • gary@quinncham.com

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Educating and caring for children is not part of what we do.

It’s all of what we do!

AWARDS

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Thank you for voting us Wallingford’s Best Day Care!

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SHOPPING HARDWARE STORE

HOME APPLIANCE CENTER

231 Maple Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.272.4463, rwhinehardware.com

664 W Main St, Meriden, CT 06451 203.237.4800, moranstvappliance.com

R W HINE ACE HARDWARE FINALISTS

MORAN’S TV & APPLIANCE FINALISTS

Harbor Freight Tools

Art’s TV & Appliance

The Home Depot

Connecticut Appliance & Fireplace Distributors

harborfreight.com

google.com

artstvonline.com

cafd.com

JEWELRY STORE

ARNOLD’S JEWELERS

117 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.4291, thearnoldsjewelers.net

FINALISTS

Consignment Originals consignit.com

DW Gem Services dwgems.com

LAWN EQUIPMENT

IRON HORSE EQUIPMENT 71 S Turnpike Rd #2, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.626.9316, ironhorseequipmentct.com

FINALISTS

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R W Hine Ace Hardware rwhinehardware.com

Vumbaco’s Quality Lawn Care qualitygardenct.com

Thank you for voting me Best Mortgage Lender!

Thank you for all of your votes and support!

5 Star

Mortgage Experience for Purchase and Refinance

Tom prides himself in placing individuals who are Medicare eligible in the correct plan for their needs and wants. His passion for the business comes from being able to change individuals and their families financial situation for the better.

Mandy Miller

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Sr. Mortgage Advisor

We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.

NMLS#1893569 (203) 530-4361 mmiller@provincemortgage.com

Province Mortgage Associates, Inc. NMLS #2861 | RI Licensed Mortgage Lender and Broker | MA Licensed Broker and Lender #MC2861, as a broker we arrange, but do not make loans | CT Licensed Mortgage Lender | NH Mortgage Banker NMLS ID #2861 | Florida Mortgage Lender MLD1449

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203-238

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SHOPPING

Thank you for all of your votes this year again for best exterminator!

MEAT MARKET

EAST CENTER MARKET

816 E Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.5926, eastcentermarket.com

FINALISTS

Connecticut Fresh Food & Produce Market ctfreshfoodandproduce.com

Ferraro’s Market ferraromarket.com

-3396 We are grateful to be voted for year after year.

SEAFOOD MARKET

CLOSE HARBOUR SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & MARKET

203-238-3396

959 Meriden Waterbury Tmpk, Plantsville, CT 06479 860.621.7334, closeharbourseafood.com

FINALISTS

Big Y World Class Market bigy.com

Connecticut Fresh Food & Produce Market oinnation m i li t E ctfreshfoodandproduce.com t a s e ercial tPElimin m m o C SMOKE SHOP Pes arn tial And cial old ca Residen r e PUFFCITY SMOKE SHOP m m P.o. Bocamire ire arnold Com 722 N Colony Rd Ste A, Wallingford, CT 06492 x 3054 d n P.o.mBox lA eride3054 203.626.9598, Find us on Facebook n, cT 06 ntia e d 4 i 5 S 0 meriden, cT 06450 s 2 e 7 FINALISTS 95 PMB R R 264060

Premier Wine & Spirits

premierwineandspiritsct.com

Stogies

170 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.269.8652, zaccariellosformalwear.com

FINALISTS

Modern Formals of North Haven

modern-formals-of-north-haven.business.site

VAPE SHOP

SILVER CITY VAPORS

10 Willard Ave A, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.678.4346, Find Us On Facebook

FINALISTS

PuffCity Smoke Shop

Find Us On Facebook

Thank you for voting us Best Bathroom Remodeler and Home Remodeler

Find us on Facebook

AWARDS

264213

Crane Service now reaching new heights!

Excavation • Drainage Tree Removal • Home Improvement 264334

203-238-3396

#-0989 S-2795 PMBR#-0989 acpest@ sbcglob al.n t et acpest@sbcglobal.ne

TUXEDO RENTAL

ZACCARIELLO’S TAILOR AND FORMAL WEAR

HIC #0579508

www.extrememaint.com • 203-272-8010

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SPIRITS BREWERY

CRAFT BEER SELECTION

24 Wallace Ave, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.626.9056, centerstreetbrewing.com

264 Meriden-Waterbury Trnpk, Southington, CT 06489 860.863.5999, sassyliquors.com

CENTER STREET BREWING COMPANY

SASSY LIQUORS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Cheshire Craft Brewing

Cheshire Wine & Spirits

Counter Weight Brewing Co

Premier Wine & Spirits

cheshirecraftbrewing.com

counterweightbrewing.com

118 Center St. Wallingford serenityofwallingford.com

premierwineandspiritsct.com

Kinsmen Brewing Co. kinsmenbrewing.com

203.265.4419

Find Us On Facebook

LIQUOR STORE

DRAGONFLY WINE & SPIRITS 382 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492 203.626.5298, dragonflywine.com

AWARDS

We are thankful to be voted for again this year for

• Best Day Spa • Best Skin Care Treatment Center

FINALISTS

Cheshire Wine & Spirits Find Us On Facebook

Premier Wine & Spirits

premierwineandspiritsct.com

WINE SELECTION

WORLDWIDE WINE & SPIRITS 480 Queen St, Southington, CT 06489 860.276.5801, worldwidebev.com

FINALISTS

Cheshire Wine & Spirits Find Us On Facebook

Dragonfly Wine & Spirits dragonflywine.com

20 OFF %

One item in the boutique.

No cash value. Cannot be combined with any other discount. Coupon can only be used one time. Exp. 12/04/23.

10 OFF

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No cash value. Cannot be combined with any other discount. Coupon can only be used one time. Exp. 12/04/23.

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We’re pawsitively honored to be your Readers’ Choice 2023 Dog Trainer!

When you want it done right the first time, call Canine Cadre.

Free consultations and personalized programs, because your dog deserves it.

Our Instructors: Lenny Paquette | Erich Paquette | Kat Stephens SERVICES Puppy Head Start Program • Canine Behavior Modification Canine Distraction Class • Home Evaluations & Consultations Grief Counseling For Owners • Reiki For Dogs • Hearing Ear Dog Training Therapy and Service Dog Training • Search and Rescue Dog Training Schutzhund/IGP Dog Training • Narcotics Dog Training Police Patrol Dog Training

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TOP EMPLOYERS FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS ULBRICH STAINLESS STEELS & SPECIAL METALS, INC.

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HARRIMAN REAL ESTATE, LLC R264200

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OUR SERVICES - Apartment Cleaning - House Cleaning - Enhanced Disinfection

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Richard Chevrolet Collision Center

Barry’s Automotive

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cerritosautosales.com

CAR SALESPERSON

JIM KUBICZA – Richard Chevrolet 1405 Highland Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410 203.651.7016, richardchevy.com

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WOW Toyota of Wallingford

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