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Veterans honored with day of events
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By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen
Berlin High School recognized the contributions and sacrifices that generations of veterans have made with a ceremony marking Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11.
Isabella Gregor puts gifts into a care package during Hero Boxes’ annual packing day on Nov. 9 at the New Britain Veterans of Foreign Wars. Photos by Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen
Nonprofit sends 100s of packages to soldiers overseas By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen
So many volunteers contributed to Hero Boxes this year that the non-profit was able to pack over 100 more care packages than expected for soldiers serving overseas. "Originally we were supposed to pack 500 boxes, but because of the outpouring of love from our community, we packed 607," said Berlin resident Karen Cote, who started Hero Boxes after sending care packages to her son’s unit while he was stationed in Kuwait in 2015. Nearly 1,000 volunteers came to VFW Post 511 in New Britain on Saturday, Nov. 9 to pack the boxes.
Nine soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan will receive the boxes to distribute across their units. Cote mentioned one of the volunteers, Berlin resident Lori Clayette, whose son Peter Clayette is serving in Afghanistan. Lori Clayette came to the non-profit’s seasonal headquarters at 1041 Farmington Ave. in tears, speaking about how much the support means to her family. She told Cote she hears gunfire in the background when her son calls home. "We have our young men and women serving over there and they're in danger,” Cote said. ”They're away for the holidays and it's brutal. I
Bradford Parsons, of VFW Post 10732, said each year the post works with the school to find a theme for its Veterans Day program, with this year’s being the Vietnam War, primarily the Tet Offensive.
"The town of Berlin did not go unscathed during "On this Veterans Day, this period. We had three Americans are aware of casualties during the Vietcurrent military engagenam conflict," Parsons ments around the world said. " … these are three and of the sacrifice from residents that went forour soldiers. Young Ameri- ward from Berlin, much cans have died protecting the same, through Berlin our freedom. They died in High School and onto the distant lands to fight terservice and performed duror, to advance freedom ty.” and to protect America. Those soldiers who reThey did not live to be turned home from the called veterans, but this controversial conflict nation will never forget didn’t receive the warm their lives of service and all they did for us," Mayor welcome today’s veterans Mark Kaczynski said at the typically can expect. ceremony, held in the school’s auditorium. See Veterans, A4
don't know — I'm not a veteran, I was never a soldier — but I know as a mom what it was like for my son to be away during the holidays." Volunteers arriving at the VFW on Nov. 9 were greeted by active duty soldiers, handed a box to fill with supplies, and channeled along the walls to collect items for their boxes from tables with things like chips, socks, drink enhancers and protein. Cote and volunteers spent weeks collecting donations. Vietnam veteran Don Austin said it was overwhelming for him to see the support for today’s soldiers, compared See Packages, A14
Bradford Parsons, right, of Berlin Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10732, salutes during the playing of the National Anthem at Berlin High School on Nov. 11. Photos by Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen
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December holiday fair will have Colonial Williamsburg theme
It’s all that and more. Museum members invite you to visit one of Berlin’s treasures when the doors open for a holiday fair Friday, Dec. 6 (5 to 9 p.m.) and again on Saturday, Dec. 7 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) The museum is in the old Peck Library building at 305 Main St., Kensington. We’ll have raffle baskets, planted paper white bulbs, Berlin-themed gifts, home baked goods, confections, decorations, spices, jams, honey, pet treats, photo
cards, books, crockery and tag sale treasures. This year’s theme is a Colonial Williamsburg Christmas with a fan of fruit and fresh greens arranged over the mantle, clove studded pomander balls, della Robbia garlands and blue and white china. Oddly enough, before the Colonial Revival movement of the early 20th century, decorating was limited to simple greenery. No one would waste edible fruit by using it as decoration. Even a humble conifer tree was not seen in homes until German immigrants brought the custom here in the mid1800s.
rations of greens mixed with dried and fresh fruits compliment colonial homes from Virginia to New England. The mantle decoration created by Pam Pethigal, known for decorating her restored early 18th century home in East Berlin, will be one of our raffle prizes. The event is a major fundraiser that enables us to provide programming, educational experiences for town children and adults, research, conservation, and helps to fund operating expenses.
Museum members are excited to share the museum With the revival of Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia as a and its exhibits with you at this most festive time of living history museum, an year. Shop locally, bring a idealized image of colonial holiday celebrations evolved. friend and share light reWhile it may not be an accu- freshments in this beautiful rate portrayal, natural deco-
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School tours highlight safety improvements Berlin Board of Education members toured all five schools with building administrators on Oct. 28 to see the progress made this year and assess and prioritize needs as we approach another budget season. The BOE frequently hears about building concerns from administrators, teachers, students and community members but we don’t get into the schools as often as we would like. The board values community engagement, and during the 2018-2019 school year, we hosted our monthly meetings at a different school each month with the hopes to make a stronger community presence.
However, time is scarce; we are all heading to BOE meetings after working or spending time with our families. The nights the school hosted our meetings, we would have a full agenda which included student presentations. Therefore, we didn’t get the opportunity to tour the schools as we had hoped. The Board of Education wants to continue to find ways to see the schools, tour the facilities and show our presence throughout the community. The Oct. 28 tour was beneficial because we were able to see the progress we have made through funding projects and see the learning community of each building, but also See BOE, A16
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Berlin High School has named the following students to its honor roll for the first quarter. Grade 9, high honors: Tamarah Almozani, Noah ArceCaliskan, John Barnat, David Bialczak, Ryan Bird, Carter Black, Dylan Brockel, Eva Chmielewski, Katrina Chorzepa, Sean Colello, Kevin Corteville, Taylor Daniele, Kelsey Day, Michael Deegan, Camden DeLude, Kailee DeMaio, Ariana DiDomenico, Brielle Dumont, Elizabeth Dunn, Oksana Dyshuk, Lindsey Eckrote, Malcolm Ferguson, Gavin Foster, Samuel Franczak, Meredith Gendreau, Julia Greenwood, Alivia Halkias, Andrew Helm, Zachary Hills, Lara Hodas, Brenna Howes, Matthew Jamrozek, Claudia Jankovich, Grace Kelly, Isabella Kmita, Emily Lamoureux, Michael Lanteri, Chloe Loehr, Katherine Lukens, Luke Maguder, Olivia Marolda, Trista May, Alex Miloszewski, Michael Motta, Olivia Motta, Ryan Mrachek, Laura Munch, Sydney Nelson, Brynn Nogiec, Alyssa O’Leary, Gabriella Pappa, Neil Patel, Natalia Penkiewicz, Alexa Prendergast, Adriano Rasmussen, Dylan Richards, Sara Rogan, Kenna Roman, Matthew Ross, Ashley Rusch, Hanna Smola, Madison Starace, Molly Szczesniak, Owen Toussaint, William Turgeon, Nicolas Vignone, Matthew Walowski, Julia Wanke, Caitlin Watson, Jenna Wenzel, Morgan Wesoly, Hailey Wieczorek, Donovan Yeung, Devin Young, Liping Zhuo; honors: Julia Arcila, Taylor Bellizzi, Richard Bennett, Hailey Bigelow, Sheila Boynton, Ceylin Bozal, Kirchner Brown, Anna Butrimas, Ryan Catalano, David Cocozza, Ethan Cooper, Gialena Cruz, Marcel Dabek, Kevin Daley, Brianna DeMorais, Domenic DeNardo, Christina Duong, Demir Duric, Izabella Dutremble, Marino Fanelli, Ian Franczak, Kaylee Fries, Alexander Gabor, Adam Gauvin, Sophia Graca, Joshua Grimm, Derek Heckler, Michal Jacek, Victoria Jacek, Jayden Jakiel, Luke Johnson, Frederick Jortner, Abigail Klepacki, Katherine Klepacki, Nicholas Koops, Paris Lange, Jared Leite, Thomas Lewis, Alex Machata, Reagan McGowan, Kiona Meyers, Lorenzo Miele, Dominic Mongillo, Sabrina Morais, Bryan Morris, Colby Nardelli, Samantha Negrao, Michael Palmeri, Ishani Patel, Nandini Patel, Ronit Patel, Kevin Paventi, David Perkins, Kyle Pinto, Joshua Plaag, Kiera Riedel, Mitchell Rivers, Jordan Rodriguez, Ethan Rusch, Kaya Rutkowski, Jayden Santiago, Mika Siemiatkoski, Jonathan Silva, Katherine Skinner, Zachary Skinner, Nathan Snyder, Alexzandra Spinali, Ruby Spurrier, An-
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container. Grass clippings, yard waste and twigs cannot be mixed with leaves. Do not rake leaves into the gutter. This is a violation of the anti-litter ordinance, and subject to a fine.
Leaf disposal Those who wish to dispose
of leaves on their own, may bring them to the drop-off area at 19 Town Farm Lane (off Massirio Drive), Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be extended Saturday hours throughout November, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bags and containers must be emptied and removed from the drop-off area inside the Transfer Station. The Transfer Station will be closed in observance of
Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29.
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Connor Berardi, Sadie Boyer, Joseph Caracoglia, Kelly Chmielewski, Haley Cohan, Bella Crossley, Briana Dastoli, Alexandra DePinto, Sophia Dombrowski, Jacob Dybinski, Abigail Ferland, Sophia Ferraguto, Ting Fischer, Gabrielle Foster, Isabella Funk, Samantha Goode, Thomas Grant, Rebecca Griffen, Emily Hyjek, Emma Jones, Christine Kolc, Noelle Konior, Emily Kulinski, Emily Lachapelle, Emma LaFrance, Kylie Lanteri, Abigail Leavenworth, Jayleen Lopez, Brendan Malcarne, Nicola Marino, Alexander Mazza, John McGeever, Jenna Michaud, Evan Morin, Johnathon Morris, Julia Oakes, Tulsi Patel, Megan Perrotta, Sarah Perrotta, Justin Piskorski, Stefanie Poulin, Julia Raynock, Benjamin Roe, Benjamin Schulz, Zachary Smith, Nicholas Spinali, Elisabeth Swan, Evan Szalaty, Daria Szarwacki, Connor Therrien, Emma Yacovino, Jenna Zup.
There's a new once-amonth music series at The Pine Loft Cafe in Berlin. Admission is $20 cash at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the concert starts at 7:30. Saturday, Nov. 23: Bill Staines – New Hampshire's yodeling cowboy. See Briefs, A17
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Micky Dolenz, lead singer of the iconic 60s band The Monkees, will be at Nelson Hall for a very special and intimate show like no other. Join us for a fun and entertaining evening—and your opportunity to get up close and personal with Micky!
photos with Micky and autographed memorabilia. Proceeds will benefit Micky’s favorite charity, the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Saint Gabriel’s
68 Main St. Sunday Eucharist, 9 a.m.
Bethany Covenant
785 Mill St. Sunday Worship, 9:30 a.m., followed by Christian Formation Classes for all ages at 11 a.m. 860-8283637, bethanycovenant.org.
Kensington Congregational
Sunday worship, 10 a.m. Child care and Sunday school are available during worship services. Bible Study, Wednesdays, 11 a.m.
Kensington United
103 Hotchkiss St. Sunday worship, 9 a.m. The church schedules a healing and music service the second Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m.
St. Paul Church
485 Alling St., Kensington. Mass schedule – Saturdays, 4 p.m.; Sundays, 7:30, 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon. 860-828-0331.
Sacred Heart
48 Cottage St. Mass is scheduled for Sundays, 9:30 a.m. 860828-0331.
United Methodist
139 Main St. Sunday services, 10 a.m.
Senior Bowling Nov. 15 Dennis Derose - 190; Mike Koval - 190; Nick Nesci - 181; Ferd Brochu - 169; Buzz Brazee - 155.
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In addition to general admission tickets, a limited number of “Rock Star” experience packages are available for purchase and include an on-stage fan karaoke performance with Micky Dolenz,
The two-hour event will be an unforgettable evening, not just for the “rock stars” who get to share a microphone with Micky but also for the entire audience as he breaks between songs to share stories or raffle off prizes and Monkees memorabilia. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime experience!
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Schaller Subaru shares the love Thursday, Nov. 14 was the kickoff to the 12th annual Subaru of America “Share the Love” national campaign, during which Subaru of America pledges to donate $250 to a charity with every new Subaru purchase or lease.
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Founded in 1903, Klingberg Family Centers is a private, nonprofit multiservice agency providing help to thousands of persons across Connecticut each year through over 20 distinct programs.
Schaller Subaru has selected Klingberg Family Centers as the local nonprofit partner for the fourth year. And Schaller has pledged to add an additional $50 for each new car sold or leased to go to Klingberg Family Centers. The Share the Love event runs through Jan. 2, 2020. Over the last three years, $71,000 has been raised for Klingberg Family Centers by Share the Love.
Klingberg’s mission is to extend hope and healing to children and families whose lives have been traumatized by abuse and/or neglect, severe family problems, and mental health issues.
The Berlin Bears Team B won the Rose Bowl on Sunday, Nov. 9. The team overcame many obstacles this season, worked hard and prevailed.
Klingberg’s main campus is located in New Britain, with an additional location in Hartford.
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Schaller Auto World was founded by Gustave Schaller in 1953. The company operates four dealerships, Schaller Honda and Schaller Mitsubishi in New Britain, Schaller Subaru in Berlin, and Schaller Acura in Manchester.
The money donated impacts the lives of children and families who have been victims of trauma, abuse, and behavioral health issues.
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The Timberlin Men’s League held its annual banquet and awards night on Oct. 9 at Casa Mia at the Hawthorne. Pictured, from left: Gross Division champion Dave Fox, A Flight champion Alan McGinnes, D Flight champion Rich Dalidowitz, C Flight champion Don Keller and league president Jose Munoz. Mike Veneziano was the B Flight champion.
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VISIONARY LEADER Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters recently hosted its 19th annual gala at the Society Room in downtown Hartford. At the event, Ken Bowes, pictured, was presented with the mentoring organization’s Visionary Leader Award for his long dedication to broadening horizons for at-risk children. Bowes is vice president of Offshore Wind for Eversource Energy. He has been with the Berlin-based utility for more than 30 years, and has been a board member at Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters for seven years.
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Republicans unveil no-tolls plan
Dorothy D. Johnson KENSINGTON- Dorothy Louise (Dickinson) Johnson, 93, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at Ledgecrest Health Center in Berlin, CT. She was the widow of William Douglas Johnson, and they were happily married for over thirty years before he died unexpectedly in 1983. She was born on December 2, 1925 in East Haven, CT, to Richard and Helen (Sweet) Dickinson. She was predeceased by her sister, Shirley Crump. Dorothy grew up in Meriden and attended local schools, graduating from Meriden High School in 1943. During high school, she was a member of the Civil Defense League, and acted as a spotter at Mt. Higby Reservoir to help the World War II home front effort. After graduation, she worked at Cuno Manufacturing until her first child was born. Then, she dedicated herself to homemaking until 1968, when she was employed by Southern New England Telephone Company and retired from there after 25 years of service. Dorothy is survived by her son, Mark, and her daughter-in-law, Jane, of Hebron; her son, Wayne, and daughter-in-law, Rosanne, of Berlin. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Matthew (and Juvelle) Johnson of Brighton, MA; Amanda Johnson of Niantic; Michael
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HARTFORD — Senate Republicans in Connecticut unveiled an alternative transportation plan last Thursday that doesn’t rely on tolls or tax increases but includes many of the same projects proposed by Democratic Gov. Ned Lamont.
Johnson of Hebron; Sara (and Bob) Knowlton of Portland; Emma Johnson of Newington; and Cara Johnson of Cambridge, MA. She is also survived by her great grandchild, Jay Lariviere, of Niantic. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews. The Johnson family would like to thank the staff of Ledgecrest Health Center for all of special care and attention they provided to Dot during the last six years of her life. A memorial service celebrating the life of Dorothy Johnson was held on Thursday, November 14. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Dorothy’s name to the Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Road, Newington, CT 06111. To share a condolence with Dorothy’s family, please visit www. beecherandbennett.com.
The 10-year, nearly $18 billion FASTR CT initiative from the minority party in the state Senate came a day after Lamont pitched his 10-year, $21.3 billion CT2030 plan to Senate Democrats, who liked many of the projects but not the fact it includes 14
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says any place where copper is present is at risk of being stolen. Bureau spokesman Frank Scafidi says this kind of theft is typically driven by “an urgent need for quick cash” and drugs.
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“Connecticut succeeds best when both parties work together,” said “We believe this is the way Looney, adding how Sento go for transportation,” ate Democrats were anasaid Senate Minority Lead- lyzing the proposal. But er Len Fasano, R-North Lamont, who said he apHaven, noting that Senate preciated Fasano’s efforts Republicans “simply canto “partially fund muchnot support tolls.” needed infrastructure investments,” raised conIt’s unclear whether the Senate GOP’s plan will ul- cerns about the funding arrangement. timately lay the groundwork for a political comLike Lamont’s plan, FASTR promise on an issue that CT relies partly on lowhas vexed the state of Con- cost borrowing from the necticut for years. federal government to help tolls on bridges across the state.
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Thursday A Good Old Fashioned Redneck Country Christmas: Nov. 21, 8 - 10 p.m. $35. Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin. 860-8291248. ctcabaret@msn.com.
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Dance It Out!: Nov. 21, 6:30 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin.
Mother Goose on the Loose: Nov. 22, 10:30 a.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin.
Rob Zappulla Big Band Jazz Ensemble: Nov. 21, 7:30 9:30 p.m. Free. Casa Mia at the Hawthorne, 2421 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin.
Movie Matinee: The Tomorrow Man: Nov. 22, 1 - 3 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin.
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Friday A Good Old Fashioned Redneck Country Christmas: Nov. 22, 8 - 10 p.m. $35. Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Web-
Saturday Music Series - Bill Staines – New Hampshire's yodeling cowboy: Nov. 23, $20. The Pine Loft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin. SaturPLAY: Nov. 23, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin.
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Monday Recycling Club: Nov. 25, 3 4 p.m. St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington.
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But instead of using toll money to help pay off those loans, like Lamont’s initiative, it banks on a complicated plan to financially stabilize the state’s dedicated transportation fund, which is facing insolvency.
The GOP proposal transfers a portion of the state’s budget reserve account, $1.5 billion, and uses that money to pay down state pension debt. While Looney appeared somewhat receptive to the idea, noting the state’s reserves are currently at a historically high level, Lamont called it a “risky proposition that requires serious evaluation.”
House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz, D-Berlin, who supports tolls, said he also has concerns about “such a signifi-
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cant raid” on the reserve account. Fasano contends that using surplus funds to pay down pension debt will free up enough cash in the state’s main spending account — the general fund — to cover the cost of fringe benefits for certain state workers that are currently paid through the transportation fund. After that and other changes, the fund would theoretically be financially strong enough to pay off the low-cost federal loans. Toll opponents welcomed a plan that doesn’t rely on the fees on drivers. But they acknowledged the complex details of how to pay off the federal borrowing will still need to be hammered out by lawmakers and Lamont. “We see this plan as a good step toward reaching a bipartisan solution that doesn’t levy another tax on the working people of Connecticut,” said Patrick Sasser, founder of No Tolls CT.
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strong connection between art and literacy. Displayed student artwork was typically connected to a story they read or a story they wrote.
give us a clear idea of the needs of each building as we All the schools have explored some form of flexible approach budget season. seating, which is great for Each building principal took students. McGee even has the members of the Board of FitDesks in the Library MeEducation on a tour, highdia Center so students can lighting wonderful aspects pedal away while reading a of each school and some book or working on needs they will request for Chromebooks. the upcoming budget. The Another highlight of the tour newly-added vestibules in was seeing changes made to four schools look great and the buildings as a result of we can ensure that we took the budget we put forth. For an additional step to make example, the gym floor in our schools safer. Four of Griswold was renovated and the five schools got new vestibules over the summer. refinished over the summer, making the space look clean With the completion of the and inviting. vestibule project, each school expressed the need School security was a priorito renovate the offices due to functionality of the office ty over the last two years. During our tour we saw an space and vestibule. increase in cameras throughout each building. A common theme throughout each school was seeing For example, Hubbard went student artwork being disfrom having four cameras to played, making the walls 19 installed throughout the bright and vibrant. The eleschool. mentary schools make a
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$
All Varieties
Inferno, Brew
Menage a Trois
Gascon
Red, White, Rose, Chardonnay $ 9.99
$
Chiant,i Pinot Grigio
Cabernet, Malbec, Shiraz, Primitivo, Pinot Noir $ 13.99 Chardonnay–$11.99
19 Crimes Cabernet, Chardonnay, Red Wine, Siraz Uprising
13.99
All Varieties
14.99
Layer Cake
Franciscan
750ML
Napa Cellars
Yellow Tail
Apothic
750ML
19.99
1.5L
Malbec $ 11.99 750ML
White
$
1.5L
29.99
Chardonnay ( Riverstone ) $12.99
750ML
14.99
$
750ML
21.99
Cabernet $21.99 Chardonnay $15.99
Camus Conundrum
Chardonnay, Red Meritage, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Noir $ 10.99 750ML
$
$
8.99
$
750ML
Monte Antico Sangiovese
750ML
$
Chateau St. Michelle Cabernet, Merlot $14.99 Sauvignon Blanc $10.99 Chardonnay $8.99 750ML
Cabernet
$
Coastal Ridge
Chianti
Chardonnay, Cabernet, Cabernet Merlot
Cabernet Sauvignon ( Seven Oaks ) $15.99 Merlot ( Paso Robles ) $
Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc
Chardonnay, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc Cabernet, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel
750ML
Blackstone
Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc
7.99
16.99
$
1.5L
J. Lohr
Cabernet, Chardonnay, Merlot
$
$
15.99
$
1.5L
Barefoot – $9.99
Barefoot All Varietals
Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot
1.5 L
J. Lohr Riverstone Chardonnay
Black Stone Cabernet, Merlot
Mionetto – Brut – $13.99 Gemma di Luna – $14.99
1.5 L
Two Wines
Pinot Grigio
Cupcake – $12.99
Josh – $14.99
10.99
1.5 L
Mommy’s Time Out
Pinot Grigio, Chianti
Joel Gott
Chardonnay–$11.99 Sauvignon Blanc
13.99
Candoni
Robert Mondavi Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Noir
1.5L
Kendall Jackson
1.5 L
All Varieties
Fetzer Anthony Hill
Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot
$
Cabernet, Merlot
Lamarca – $14.99
Chloe – $13.99
Rex Goliath
Meridian
All Varieties
Red Diamond
Pinot Grigio, Chianti Mezzacorona
Beringer Founders Estate Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot
Luna Di Luna
Pinot Grigio
12.99
Placido
Chianti, Merlot, Cabernet, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir
$
Cavit
Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet, Merlot
Candoni – $12.99
90+ – $9.99
All Varieties
$
Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Grigio
Pinot Grigio
PROSECCO 750 ml
Ruffino – $12.99
Yellow Tail
Sutter Home All Varieties
Fish Eye
Redwood Creek All Varieties
All Varieties
39.99
Alverdi Pinot Grigio
Main & Vine Pinot Grigio, White Zinfandel, White Merlot Moscato
Gennos
$
Knob Creek 1.75 L – $59.99 750 ml –$32.99
Beringer
Stone Cellars
Livingstone Cellars All Varieties
Maker’s Mark Bourbon 1.75 L –$54.99 750ml –$29.99
Flip Flop All Varieties
Twister Cabernet, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Grigio, Old Line Zinfandel
8.99 1.5 L
Liberty Creek
Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir
The Glenlivet 12 Yr. Aged Scotch 1.75 L –$79.99 750 ml –$41.99 Basil Remy Martin Haydens VSOP 750 ml 750 ml $42.99 $
SCOTCH 750ML
Sprakling Red $ 750 ml 13.99
Jameson 750 ml - $29.99 1.75L - $51.99
CK Mondavi All Varieties
Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Grigio
Apothic
NEW
Frangelico Liqueur 750 ml $23.99 Patron XO Café 750 ml $19.99 Rumchata 750 ml $24.99 Limoncello Caravella 750 ml $18.99
+ deposit
Miller High Life $
30 pack cans
18.99 + deposit Stella Artois
18 pack bottles 19.99 + deposit
$
CLOSED THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2019
R224478
Korbal
SPARKLING WINE