Business & Industry 2010 by Record Journal

BUSINESS INDUSTRY TWENTY-TEN

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Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

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tomers. At Value Store It, the main goal is to provide you with the best value for your money. Our state-of-the-art self storage facilities offer a full range of services, from truck rentals to packaging supplies for any and all needs. Come in and see why we are the best Value in town! Value Store It self storage is a privately owned self storage company based in Miami, Florida. All the Value Store It facilities are managed by a professional staff that is trained to meet your needs and expectations. Their knowledge of storage and the local area makes them a reliable source for questions regarding storage, truck rentals, moving services,

packing supplies and communities serviced. With two locations in Connecticut, Value Store It is committed to meeting all of your storage needs. A convenient, hassle-free experience is what we strive to achieve when you store with us at one of our neighborhood stores. We offer many size units, ranging from 25 sq/ft up to 1000 sq/ft. We also offer secure boat and RV parking, a state-of-the-art security system with cameras throughout the facility, month-to-month rental agreements and more. You can get your packing and moving supplies, including truck rentals, offered at any of our locations. We’re open seven days a week and we also offer you a convenient

Duchess Restaurant, at 124 Church St., Route 68, in Wallingford, has been serving an extensive menu to the community for more than two decades. We are proud to offer a full-service restaurant. Duchess Restaurant has become well known for its large menu of fresh-cooked selections, including a full dinner menu and breakfast served all day. Pictured are our friendly indoor service staff members, from left to right: Teresa, C. Campis, Oscar and Monica. business center with Internet access and fax service. Consider Value Store It for any storage needs, including general household items, seasonal items that can get in the way at other times of year. Who needs to be tripping over those boxes of old toys, heirloom items your saving for ìsomedayî, home office files, collectibles, albums, etc.

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601 Deli and Catering A-1 Services, Inc. All-Med Health Care Assisted Living Services, Inc. Awards of Elegance B&G Restaurants Billy Carlson Heating and Air Conditioning Bradley Home Brothers Pool Butler Paint & Decorating Center Canada Dry Bottling Co./Tomassetti Distributors Central Connecticut Transportation, Inc. Central CT Senior Health Services Christy’s Ice Cream & Fried Dough City Snippers Salon Civali’s Auto Service Collette Physical Therapy Colony Ford of Meriden Comfort and Care of Wallingford, LLC Connecticut Computer Service, Inc. Duchess Restaurant El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant Elliott Insurance Group Faulkner Physical Therapy Group, Inc. Fiderio & Sons Fiduciary Investment Advisors, LLC Fiora Electric Fosdick Corporation

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Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

Naugatuck Savings Bank

City Snippers Salon, 138 Broad St. in Meriden, is a multiple award-winning full service salon that takes pride in bringing the very best in customer service and style. Pictured are members of our highly experienced and professional staff left to right: Julie, Meghan, Eliza, Kristy, Teresa, Stacy. Seated: Cindy and Linh.

Rolls Community Focus, Services into Local Branches service standards, such as: safety and security, accuracy, responsiveness and friendly, personalized service. These standards go into every transaction we do and come to focus with every customer we serve. We are unique because we are small enough to offer topnotch service to our customers, yet large enough that we are still a near-$900 million organization, with 15 offices in a diverse market area. We bring you a wide range of services to the point that you can get everything you need right here – and meet face to face with the people who make decisions. “We try to do everything we can to meet the needs of our customers,” he said. “The most important thing is that we are approachable. If you have a question, we can always get you in touch with someone who can give you a response.” Although we all read about how hard it is these days for businesses to get funding, Naugatuck Savings Bank has actually been doing a lot more small business funding and conventional funding of small business loans. Dollars are available and we’re here to make loans to qualified borrowers. The market has not dried up. We’re here and ready to help our customers who seek our lending services. As we grow to best serve the community, Naugatuck Savings Bank is working toward moving the Hanover Street office to a more convenient location, with an upgraded facility on West Main Street. Being a community bank means that “community” comes first. At Naugatuck

Savings Bank, we’re proud to support the local people and places that enrich all our lives. Since 1870, Naugatuck Savings Bank has been contributing to the betterment of the communities we serve by supporting the economic well being and quality of life that helps enrich all of our lives. We actively encourage our employees to volunteer their time and make a difference to help local community and nonprofit organizations. We’re proud to help those in need and to make our community a great place to live and work. In the past year we are proud to have established a Community Awards Program, where we let customers vote for local organizations to receive a total of $50,000 in grants through our charitable foundation. In addition, our Foundation awards close to 100 grants each year, totaling about $450,000 to 501(C)3 organizations. Naugatuck Savings Bank is an independent communitybased bank that continues to provide beneficial and effective consumer and business products and services you need to achieve your financial goals. Our tag line is “Experience the Difference”. But, it’s more than that. It’s our commitment to provide friendly and personalized service to every customer, every day. For more information call 203.639.8866 or visit us online at www.NaugatuckSavings Bank.com

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At Naugatuck Savings Bank, our focus is on community. Whether it’s with a friendly smile and familiar service at the teller window, or getting your loan needs met with a small business or residential loan, we’re here for you! The bank operates from locations at 100 Hanover St. and 1295 East Main St. in Meriden. We are always improving our product offerings and ways to best meet customer needs. One area that was recently added is a Small Business Desk with a dedicated loan officer and dedicated underwriting. The desk has helped us expand our service to small businesses and our presence in the Meriden area as we grow our commercial lending, reduce loan turnaround time and better meet your needs all around. “With the merger of Castle Bank, we are very conscious of trying to keep our efforts going in the direction of better serving the people and the businesses in our community,” said Mark Yanarella, President and CEO of Naugatuck Savings Bank. One area of growth now is expansion of our business lending and business products to the Meriden area. This year should be a good time to move forward as a bank – as we are seeing more stability in the overall markets. This is evident in the housing markets as well, he said. “This year appears to be a better year than in 2009, and we hope that continues.” Naugatuck Savings Bank works hard everyday to make a difference. One way is through

Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

Comfort and Care of Wallingford

Celebrates Seven Years Of Quality, Consistant Services to the Older Adult throughout Connecticut Phyllis Ollison has been with Comfort and Care as long as the professional caregiving company has been open. Her job is to help Louisa DeLauro with daily tasks, from getting dressed and driving to appointments to attending events and much more. But, for Ollison, it doesn’t feel like a job. “I think of her like she’s my second mom. I’ve gotten very close with her,” Ollison says. “I care for her the way I would my mom – it’s a wonderful bond.” That same kind of bond is common among clients and their caregivers from Comfort and Care of Wallingford, LLC. The company, based at 273 North Main St., specializes in helping so that your aging loved one can manage more easily while living independently. Comfort and Care of Wallingford, LLC helps by providing caregivers to offer the best kindness, caring and compassion that you want for your family. Comfort and Care of Wallingford is proud to celebrate its seventh anniversary this spring (May 1). Several things have been constant hallmarks of the business, says owner Linda Durning, who started the company in the summer of 2003 after gaining a great deal of experience in the field – but wanting to offer more to clients. The

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company has seen steady growth – even in down economic times. The company continues to offer personalized touchs, more one-on-one communication and go the extra mile to provide the best care for people. Her first office was just one room and had just two desks. But she and her staff were on their way to offering professional home care services to enable older adults to continue to live independently, to improve their quality of

life, and relieve stress for them and their family members. “It’s been small steps, but I feel fortunate to be a business owner and have the dedicated staff that I do,” she said. “The dedicated men and women who take care of our clients – they do their work from the heart. They really get attached to the people they interact with. They do their work with dedication and passion, and that’s hard to come by.” The company’s priorities are also personal priorities: A

focus on kindness, caring and compassion – and helping others with passion and dedication. “That’s what our entire business model is built on,” she said. “I still have caregivers with me from the day I opened. I have quite a few. We go outside the box, thinking creatively of ways to help our clients. We feel attachment inside with our clients – it’s a real bond.” The service we offer is really about family – ours and yours.

“The help and support of my husband every day is what makes everything worth while,” says Linda Durning. “We are a business that focuses on family first and foremost – and we treat our clients the same way. Not only do we work with clients – but, we work with their families.” Comfort and Care is a non-medical agency that helps people who are elderly by providing them companionship and personal care, with a full range of custom services from live-in arrangements to transportation to doctor appointments to home-making services to senior center visits and more. “We can provide you with transportation to medical appointments, to shopping, to events or just around town to the library and other errands,” she said. Our caregivers actually stay with each client and accompany them wherever they need to go. We base all our services on what the client needs, from in-home services to appointments and shopping trips, we cover everything all the way to unloading the car and putting groceries away. The company saw some internal structure changes over the past year, but managed to avoid rate increases for this year. There is just a two-hour minimum as compared to other companies that require a four-hour minimum. Many clients simply need help getting to doctor appointments and back. But, Comfort and Care also specializes in providing more heavy-duty work,

such as assisting with moving people. “We continue to find ways to offer a better value to our clients – offering more for less,” she said. “We want to be sure the older adult is not shortchanged in services because of finances. We are always here to help them – 24/7!” Whether your loved one wants regular outings with a companion taking them from place to place, or just socialization and help with daily tasks, Comfort and Care is a great way for family members to relieve stress, share the responsibilities and achieve peace of mind. All caregivers are fully screened, bonded, provided with workers compensation and liability insurance. Comfort and Care of Wallingford takes pride in actively supporting the community. The company has received numerous awards for demonstrating excellence in business and involvement in the community. Durning is proud to support the Alzheimer’s Association of Connecticut. She is also on the Heritage Registry of Who’s Who members for the New York and Cambridge, Mass. editions. The company belongs to three chambers of commerce as well as the National Private Duty Association. For more information, call (230) 265-4745 or (866) 350 CARE or visit us online at ComfortAndCareofWallingfor d.com.

Comfort and Care of Wallingford, LLC, located at 273 North Main St. in Wallingford, is dedicated to offering personalized, one-on-one services to enable older adults to continue to live independently to improve their quality of life, and relieve stress for them and their family members. Pictured from left to right: Yanira Zenon, Bonnie Andris, Liz Marchionni, Linda Durning, Connie Cook (seated) and Angel Antonino. Joan Slivinski is absent from the photo.

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Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

Windows Plus

Factory Window Outlet Offers First Class Experience, Reputation, and Products. Windows Plus, located at 21 North Plains Industrial Road, in Wallingford, CT, specializes in offering the very best in quality, workmanship, and service in replacement windows, storm and entry doors, awnings, canopies, siding, gutters, and more for any size project, new

construction or replacement. Having been in the business for more than three decades, Windows Plus takes pride in the reputation earned for bringing you integrity and value as a Better Business Bureau A+ rated company, and as a member of the Quinnipiac Chamber of

Commerce. They also happily support the community and Habitat for Humanity. Windows Plus is proud to hold the latest certifications for new EPA lead guidelines to protect your family and theirs. As an Energy Star Partner, Windows Plus offers the latest technology in vinyl replacement windows. These products will help reduce heating and cooling costs. It is likely that fuel costs will be

on the rise in the future, so now is the perfect time to call Windows Plus for your free, no obligation estimate. The experts at Windows Plus welcome your inquiries about their high quality, energy efficient, Federal Tax Credit qualified products and how they can help you save money year round. All of their top quality vinyl window products comply with Energy Star, EPA, and Federal Tax Credit

requirements to assure your energy savings. All windows come with a lifetime manufacturer warranty, and installed products are also covered by a five year workmanship warranty. Their products are installed by EPA certified, factory trained professionals. Windows Plus can also help improve the insulation and beauty of your home with virtually maintenance free vinyl siding. Both windows

and siding are available in a beautiful spectrum of colors and styles. Stop by their showroom at any time to speak with their experts or schedule your free in home estimate today.

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Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

Suzio York Hill

Working for the Future – Products a Part of Positive Development

Suzio York Hill, mixers waiting to be loaded with concrete out of the companyís New Haven plant for one of the many construction projects taking place in the area. Suzio York Hill is located at 975 Westfield Road in Meriden. Even in some of the toughest economic times, one of the largest cities in the state is moving forward – and one local firm is doing its part to help out. The Meriden-based L. Suzio York Hill Companies Inc. may have started out 112 years ago in a time of simpler construction practices, but today the firm is applying much more sophisticated materials in its work on several high-end development projects in the city of New Haven. “Just a half hour south of Meriden there is a lot of construction taking place. When it all comes to fruition, people are going to be talking about what they see,” says 4th generation family member and salesman Matthew Munson. Suzio York Hill is proud to be a part of a high rise construction project at 360 State St., in downtown New Haven that will house 500 residential units upon its completion. The new 32-story high rise is being recognized as the greenest large scale residential building in the state. Suzio York Hill is at the forefront of green technology in construction materials, providing energy saving and environmentally conscious products in some of its large jobs that are underway in the area. Concrete technology has come a long way over the years. Today Suzio products are used in everything from foundations and site development to bridge decks and large scale commercial buildings. Other noteworthy projects Suzio is excited to be a part of include Gateway Community College work that commenced in February – as well as the new Quinnipiac Bridge construction/preparation for the reconfiguration of the 91/95/34 inter-

change. The company also supplied concrete to Quinnipiac University’s expansion in Hamden which was coincidently named the York Hill Campus and includes a new dinning hall, parking garage and student center. Suzio York Hill is proud to be providing materials for these major projects that will propel the areas infrastructure into the next decade. “When the high rise building opens up, people will be talking about it as it is one of the most unique in the state,” Munson said. “When the new Q-Bridge is complete in a few years it will be one of only two in the country. It’s really going to be a great addition to the skyline as well as improving traffic conditions in the area. New Haven may be a smaller city, but it’s growing in popularity and it certainly offers a great deal of cultural enhancements to the state, including colleges, museums, shopping, art, entertainment and more. Suzio York Hill is pleased to be assisting with projects in the New Haven market as it moves forward amid a challenging economic climate. Suzio York Hill operates facilities in Wallingford, Meriden and New Haven. Company founder Leonardo Suzio was an Italian immigrant to the United States who began the business in 1898 with just a horse-drawn cart to move supplies between construction projects. His grandchildren manage the Companies today. Cheryl Suzio is president of L. Suzio Asphalt as the Safety Director; while her sister, Linda Munson acts as treasurer for the companies. Len Suzio is President of The Suzio York Hill Trap Rock Quarry Company and handles corporate work while Scott Suzio is

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President of L. Suzio Construction. Ric Suzio is president of L. Suzio Concrete while overseeing sales and marketing. The business remains active in supporting the community, giving proud support to the Meriden Daffodil Festival along with other organizations and events each year. For more information on the variety of products and services Suzio York Hill offers, contact 1-888-SUZIOCO, or (203) 237-8421 in Meriden and (203) 269-8265 Wallingford. Please visit Suzio York Hill Companies online at www.suzioyorkhill.com.

Butler Paint and Decorating, located at 51 Colony St. in Meriden has expanded to an additional location: Madison Decorating Center located at 146 Samson Rock Dr. in Madison. Both locations have a complete line of Benjamin Moore ‘Green’ Paints for the 2010 season. We are now offering zero-VOC paints with premium performance and virtually no odor. These paints require fewer coats and are safer for the environment and your family. We have also expanded our entire decorating line for 2010 with additional Carpets, Window Treatments, Fabrics, Shades, Wallpaper and Custom Picture Frames. Our distinctive service includes professional measuring, experienced installation, and stylish design, all provided with a local flair since we're independently owned and operated. Let our team of Decorating Consultants help you create that custom look for your home on your budget. Stop by the store or call for an appointment in your home at (203)235-4141. Pictured is the Butler Paint and Decorating staff - Seated from left to right: Deirdre Broderick and Kim Nadwairski. Standing from left to right: George Civitelli, Mario Campos, Kevin Dobler. Dave Zebarth (owner) pictured in bottom left insert.

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Silver City Sports Bar & Grill

Hits a Home Run! On January 25th, 2010 there was a quiet click to the lock of the doors that had been Yogi’s Restaurant at the Four Points by Sheraton Meriden. Construction workers entered, and 14 days later emerged the Silver City Sports Bar and Grill; the pride of The Four Points by Sheraton Meriden. A fun new gathering place that has a great feel and a fantastic menu that can please just about everyone! The concept began when in October, StepStone Hospitality, the new management company for the Four Points realized that the existing restaurant operation was not something they could be proud of. Plans began immediately. What did Stepstone want to see for the Four Points? A menu that would please the corporate traveler along with the families that come to stay; something that could stand up on it’s own, as a free-standing restaurant and be the perfect place for friends to gather after work for Happy Hour or before and after a special event, or to catch a game of your favorite sports team; the perfect convenient place to meet for any reason! Along with that, they knew that attentive, friendly service would be one of the keys to the new restaurant’s success. After many meetings and discussions with many of the industries foremost restaurateurs, a concept was born. They wanted the perfect SPORTS BAR! Construction crews were able to build a new private dining area, for quieter dining if desired, and they added a clever “arc shaped” bar top which seats double what the former bar seated which allows great conversation around the bar. Additional changes includes the addition of 10 more plasma TV’s.

It was important to StepStone that they convey the message to the residents of Meriden, that StepStone and The Four Points are committed to being a long standing part of this community; and after researching and understanding the history of Meriden, the name was obvious to everyone involved – The Silver City Sports Bar and Grill. One of the first tasks at hand was to find the right Chef to lead the charge in creating a fun and exciting new menu. Someone who was committed to excellence and someone who likes to keep things fresh, updated, interesting and exciting. This search led to bringing Executive Chef Charlie Marczewski onto the team. Chef Charlie brings his culinary skills to the prep table along with his great intuition for new trends and fantastic food. Working together with Food and Beverage Director Michael Diennor, the duo put together a dynamic menu; including what’s quickly becoming a signature item; Silver City “Hog Wings”. Miniature pork shanks, slow cooked to “fall off the bone goodness”, and tossed in Silver City’s own Buffalo Sauce. Add to that other favorites such as their “Volcano of Onion Rings” and the Signature Burger and you have a sports bar menu that can’t lose. There are many options for a more classical pallet too! The Cedar Roasted Atlantic Salmon, Filet Mignon and the Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo are all crowd pleasers. Salad lovers will be thrilled with the many delicious salad choices including the Asian Fusion Salad; Marinated Grilled Salmon with Mixed Greens, Bell Peppers Carrots and Red Onion, Drizzled with a Ponzu Vinaigrette Dressing. Chef

Marczewski has indicated that there will be daily specials available too. One of the summer fun features of the Silver City Sports Bar and Grill is the great outdoor deck. Opened Spring, Summer and Fall for perfect “el fresco” dining and a great way to relax after a hectic day. Both the Silver City Lunch and Dinner Menus are available on the deck 7 days a week, whenever the sun is shining! Live entertainment is expected for the deck on Saturday nights beginning in June and throughout the Summer. Until then, there is Karaoke every Saturday night from 8:30 PM -12;30 AM. There are many other specials available at the Silver City Sports Bar and Grill including Happy Hour Monday – Friday with halfpriced appetizers and drinks specials. Happy Hour hours are 4PM – 6 PM Monday – Friday and again from 10 PM – 11 PM. The Silver City is also offering $5 Martini’s and FREE manicures every Tuesday. Sports fans can be confident that the greatest sporting events will always be available with the sports packages available on the multiple screens including NFL Ticket, Major League Baseball Extra Innings, ESPN Game Plan the NBA League Pass plus all major sporting events in nearly every sport! Alicia Cavallo, Silver City’s Restaurant Manager said “We are really very excited to show off what a great choice we are for eating out and getting out! We have so much to offer for great dining, getting together with friends and watching great sports. Silver City is the new spot to be, so be sure to get here!” Silver City Sports Bar and Grill; Good Food, Good Drinks, Good Prices, Great Times!

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Community Service Is A Cornerstone Of Our Business When Julius H. Cohn founded J.H. Cohn LLP in 1919, Woodrow Wilson was president, Prohibition had just been ratified, and the world was still a decade away from the Great Depression. Today, J.H. Cohn is one of the largest independent accounting and consulting firms in the United States (with offices in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and California), and while much has changed in the more than 90 years since its founding, the ethos with which Mr. Cohn established the Firm continues to be one of its hallmarks today: “If you do your best to faithfully serve your community, your clients, and your associates, the rest will take care of itself.” Throughout J.H. Cohn’s history, community service has been a cornerstone of its business philosophy, and the Firm has consistently sought to help and provide for less fortunate individuals. An example of how J.H. Cohn’s Connecticut office, located in Glastonbury, gives back is through its partnership with the Travelers Championship golf tournament. For the third consecutive year, J.H. Cohn will serve as the presenting sponsor of Birdies for Charity, a pledge-based program designed to help Connecticut not-for-profits raise unlimited funds with no administrative costs. Any Connecticut 501(c) (3) organization can raise

money by soliciting pledges –as little as one cent!– based on the anticipated number of birdies made during the 2010 Travelers Championship. In 2009, 1,888 were made, which meant that each one cent pledge netted $18.88 for the soliciting organization. Those pennies pledged quickly add up when multiplied; those who solicit two cent pledges – still, unarguably a nominal donation – realize their fundraising goals even quicker. There are no administrative costs to not-for-profit organizations, as J.H. Cohn handles the administration of the program, tracks the pledges, and, upon tournament officials’ notification of the number of birdies, bills donors, collects the pledges, and returns 100 percent of the funds to not-for-profit organizations through the Travelers Championship. As an additional fundraising incentive, in 2008 J.H. Cohn created Birdies Bonus Bucks, a pool of $15,000 to be shared by the ten organizations that collect the highest pledges. A $5,000 prize is awarded to the top fundraising organization and the remaining $10,000 is split among the second through tenth place organizations. “Bucks” will range from $500 to $2,500. Frank Longobardi, managing partner of J.H. Cohn’s Glastonbury office, hopes to encourage more not-for-profit

organizations to participate in and raise more funds through Birdies for Charity, and has added an extra incentive to program participants. “As an added incentive, if more than $200,000 is raised in 2010 through Birdie for Charity, we will increase the Birdies Bonus Books pool to $20,000,” he recently announced. “Giving back is a hallmark of our business, and we want to actively encourage others to join us in giving back to those around them at a time when every not-for-profit organization can use an extra boost.” J.H. Cohn encourages all Connecticut not-for-profits and those that support them to learn more about Birdies for Charity by visiting www.travelerschampionship.com. The Firm is proud to continue its partnership with the Travelers Championship to help notfor-profits raise “bucks” for their organization, and to also raise awareness of the good work done all year-round.

Silver City Sports Bar & Grill, at 275 Research Parkway is adjacent to the Four Points by Sheraton. Consider Silver City the next time you’re in the mood for Good Food, Good Drinks, Good Prices and Great Times! Pictured are Silver City’s Restaurant Manager Alicia Cavallo, Four Points Director of Sales and Marketing Yvonne deAngeli-Fontanez, Executive Chef Charlie Marczewski, Food & Beverage Director Michael Diennor, Bartender Amy Williams and General Manager Jay Mitchell.

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Fiderio & Sons

Hits “Home Run” with Energy Tax Credits Fiderio & Sons, 687 Broad Street in Meriden, brings more than 25 years of experience in all areas of the construction industry as Central Connecticut’s foremost home improvement contractor. We specialize in all phases of exterior and interior renovations for residential and commercial clients. We offer onestop-shopping for any project you can imagine, from basement finishing and remodeling to roof jobs and everything in between. Fiderio & Sons is the place to go to cut your energy costs and reduce your tax bill at the same time when you’re doing windows, gutters, roofing, siding, additions or any remodeling project. Stop by our showroom to see the fully functioning kitchen, have a cup of coffee, check out options in many areas such as cabinetry, features, accessories, color selections, finishes, countertops and more. All of our kitchens are designed with special software and professional experience to guide you through the process. Once you see your design on a big screen TV, it’s easier to make changes based on the 3-D images that show just how it would look in your space. Veteran home improvement contractor and company owner, John Fiderio, urges customers to come on in and learn how to take advantage of the Energy Tax Credit. The extended tax provision is a sort of “bailout for homeowners,” offering a substantial 30 percent

tax credit for homeowners who make certain home improvements that will help reduce energy consumption. Fiderio & Sons can offer you special savings and help you really save money. The package means some very attractive tax credits, including: windows, exterior doors, roofing and solar water heater tax credits of 30 percent, up to $1,500. These tax credits are available on qualifying products that offer significant energy savings when installed. The new tax benefits mean you save money now and later. You’ll start cutting your home energy bills right away, and continue to save for years to come. “It is really a win-win situation for the homeowner,” Fiderio says. “You get a big tax credit up front, and then you get to save on energy costs year after year.” Fiderio & Sons’triple-pane replacement windows are eligible for the 30 percent tax credit, and will help you reduce your home heating and cooling bills by 40 percent - guaranteed! Start here on your way to real savings. Fiderio & Sons offers products and systems that will improve your home’s energy efficiency and qualify for the tax credit. If you are spending $3,000 per year to heat and cool your home, which is typical, a 40 percent reduction in costs means you will save $1,200 every year. We offer similar savings with its energy-efficient doors, roofing and solar hot water systems.

Fiderio & Sons offers a variety of other home improvement and remodeling services designed to make a home “more comfortable, more convenient and more valuable.” One of our newest offerings is a “one-day bath makeover” with our luxury bath system, which has proven to be a hit with homeowners. Fiderio & Sons crews install a highimpact tub/shower surround that can transform the look of an old bathroom in just one day, for significantly less than a full bathroom renovation. For the increasing number of customers who are looking to make their homes more accessible as they age or just have a difficult time getting around, our tub-to-shower conversions are very popular. You can add

grab bars, seats and other customizations as you turn your tub into an easy-to-use shower space. We are also proud of our green products, including our solar hot water heating system that brings 80 percent of your hot water from solar energy. Again, this means a great reduction in your utility costs and lessens the environmental impact, whether your home uses oil, gas or electricity to heat water. “We are very excited about offering this – and all of our energy efficient products to clients,” Fiderio said. “With our record of 25 years of success, we are proud to continue the company’s tradition of providing our customers with the best products and services. We thank

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For Established and Effective Land Surveying, Engineering, Planning Harry E. Cole & Son is an established engineering and surveying firm based in Plantsville. With a lengthy history in the area, the firm has been serving Connecticut for well over fifty years. Specializing in commercial, residential and industrial land development, Harry E. Cole & Son’s client base includes owners, developers and municipal agencies. The firm provides innovative and tailored design solutions across all of the markets it serves. The firm was founded in 1953 by Harry Cole, originally located in Harry’s hometown of Wolcott, with only one employee. As the business grew and became more and more successful, a moved to Southington followed. Harry officially retired in 1972, but could often be seen around town conducting research as his son, Robert, took over the operation. Robert Cole steadily increased the company’s client base through the next three decades. In 2005, Robert decided to retire and passed the torch to long time employee Stephen Giudice. Throughout the years, the principals of Harry E. Cole & Son have created an engineering and surveying practice where the principals and

employees have integrated their talents, experience and resources into a single source entity for the design and administration of each project. The firm specializes in a wide variety of disciplines, including land planning and design, environmental compliance, site engineering, construction management and much more. At the very foundation of the company’s philosophy is the goal of continuously exceeding clients’ expectations by being responsive to the completion of projects within the parameters of design, schedule and budget. Each client is a valued and integral component of the company’s success. Cole’s clients find the firm creative, flexible and easy to work with, and committed to providing sound advice and technical solutions on a wide range of urban, suburban and public works projects, regardless of the project’s size and complexity. Harry E. Cole & Son utilizes cutting edge technologies and advanced communications in each project. These features allow the firm to provide enhanced product quality without compromising convenience. This approach, along with guaranteed personalized service, has been

extremely successful as shown by the number of satisfied customers who repeatedly call on Harry E. Cole & Son to assist them in meeting their business goals. “Our work is much more than just facts and figures. It’s about people,” says Company President Stephen Giudice. “It’s about dedication to business practices that are open, fair and honest to all. It’s about taking the time to listen and to learn. Our fundamental objective is to establish anetwork of repeat clients who share our interest and dedication in finding balance between economic growth and the protection of our environmental resources. This assures future generations that the quality of our land, water and air are maintained effectively.” In that regard the company is also committed to the professions it practices and is an active member of the Connecticut Association of Land Surveyors and the American Society of Civil Engineers. However, at Harry E. Cole & Son, the local community is of the utmost importance. The company is actively involved with the Southington Rotary Club, the Southington Education Foundation and numerous local Chambers of Commerce.

Harry E. Cole & Son, offers a variety of planning and development services. We are a full service design firm that provides owners, developers and government agencies with solutions in the residential, industrial and commercial markets. Pictured from left to right in back: Daniel Wisniewski, Robert Cole, Roger Limmer, William Thiel, Thomas Arcari Sr., And Jim Braim. Pictured from left to right in front: Margaret Janicki, Stephen Giudice, and Antoinette Ouellette. Today Harry E. Cole & Son’s vision is still as simple as it has always been. Developing relationships and working together with each

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The Elliott Insurance Group, is one of the oldest privately-owned independent insurance agencies in Connecticut. In 1896, Richard Elliott established his agency and was committed to writing homeowners and automobile insurance for the local community. Today, the Elliott Insurance Group has grown to serve all of Connecticut and beyond, with offices in Southington and in Middletown, through the Brainard-Elliott Insurance Group. We offer complete insurance services for your personal and business assets. Pictured is the exterior of our new office at 176 Laning St. in Southington.

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We’re pleased to announce that the first phase of our new addition is now open. The second phase, which will double the capacity of our Emergency Department, will be completed in the fall. D I R E C TI O N S : To enter our Meriden campus, now, please use the Lewis Avenue entrance opposite the exit from Route 691. There is plenty of free parking for both patients and visitors. M A I N E N TR A N C E : The hospital now has a new, covered main entrance and a convenient patient drop-off area. When you enter the building, you’ll find a redesigned lobby with a reception desk and a distinctive water feature.

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E M E R G E N CY C A R E : If you need emergency care, please go to the new ED entrance. Then, check in at the ED reception area. The ED has been designed and equipped to create a more efficient working environment. And, each private room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. The addition, which also includes a new Pavilion with all private rooms for inpatient care, is more than just a new facilty. It’s the measure of our commitment to you and the community. To view our photo gallery, go to midstatemedical.org and click on the link for “Expansion Project News.”

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Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

Christy’s Ice Cream & Fried Dough

Maryheart Crusaders Bookstore & Chapel, is located at 531 West Main St. in Meriden. The Maryheart Crusaders are true Children of Mary and work in the world as her modern-day apostles. Crusaders are missionaries for God in our own particular circumstance and state of life. Come visit us for Catholic books, gifts, church supplies and religious items. See our web site at www.MaryHeartCrusaders.com. Pictured from left to right: Louise D'Angelo, Jeffery Norke, Michael D'Angelo, Alice Simlsius and Teresa Perrotti

Ice Cream, Fried Dough, & Lots of Fun and grated parmesan cheese, to cinnamon sugar and ice cream. John Sigel had been thinking about opening an ice cream shop, and finally the opportunity to do just that presented itself. “Christy’s is modeled after a place in Rhode Island that serves a similar menu. Also, I just thought ice cream and fried dough would be a perfect fit with the other unique items on our menu,” he said. “We thought people probably wouldn’t find anyone else in the country with a menu that’s like ours.” And, as this season heats up and the customers are coming in to Christy’s, Sigel is getting some very positive feedback on the ice cream and fried dough business. “We originally opened to cater to kids, combining our daily menu with a great spot for birthday parties as well,” he explained. We do everything ñ from planning the party to helping you run it. Eat your fried dough, ice cream, ice cream cupcakes, and other birthday treats at Christy’s, or, if you’re having your party at home, we’re happy to bring your goodies to you for a party that’s a real hit! Christy’s has plans to expand its menu and have even more fun, with chicken wings for football teams, possibly hosting a chicken wing eating contest and even carnival days during the summer. Also watch for custom-order ice cream cakes coming soon. Christy’s is open seven days a week with lunch delivery available. Summer hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily Christy’s also hosts children’s birthday parties, complete with ice cream cakes and other special treats. Come in and meet Lucy, the company’s cow logo, and Stanley, the jolly cow outside the shop who enjoys Christy’s specialties and will moo-ake your visit a barrel of fun! For more information, visit us at www.ChristysIce Cream.com, call (203) 2711980, or, best of all ñ come on in today!

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It’s not everyday you find an amazing new familyfriendly, fun restaurant serving up some of the most perfect treats to grace the same menu - like ice cream, fried dough and steamed cheeseburgers ñ yes, all under the same roof. John Sigel knew he had a unique idea and opened Christy’s Ice Cream, at 96 Elm St. in Cheshire, in September. Now it is everyday you can go out for all of the service, excitement, and truly unique menu offerings that make you and your family really say, “Wow!” We’re proud to serve delicious Praline’s ice cream, including Christy’s exclusive Zack Attack flavor (with secret ingredients we can’t divulge here!). Our fried dough is based on Grandma’s traditional recipe once served at the Mt. Carmel Festival. Hot spicy chicken wings, steamed cheeseburgers, hot dogs, fries, salads, wraps and more are featured on our enticing menu. The all-new cow-theme shop, with fun spotted floors and walls, is named after Sigel’s daughter, Christy Sigel, who grew up in Cheshire and always wanted to start her own business. “My dream came true last summer when my Dad opened Christy’s Ice Cream & Fried Dough,” she says. “It’s a great shop in a converted red barn on Elm Street.” The entire family is excited to run its first business, especially since they saw a need for an ice cream shop in the center of town. “It’s gonna be great because we have the best ice cream and fried dough around and lots of other great items you’ll love,” Christy says. Our ice cream is the best because it’s so creamy and it comes in 22 flavors. And the country fair favorite recipe fried dough comes from a family recipe Christy’s Grandma used to make at the Mt. Carmel Festival. Now you don’t have to wait for the fair to feast on this specialty. It’s available with an assortment of great toppings, from tomato sauce

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Christy’s Ice Cream & Fried Dough, at 96 Elm St. in Cheshire, is a dream-come-true for Owner John Sigel, his daughter Christy Sigel and grandson, AJ, pictured. It’s also a dream for customers of all ages who are treated to a broad and unique variety of delicious menu items including ice cream, fried dough, steamed cheeseburgers, chicken wings, salads, wraps and many more mouthwatering options.

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Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

Awards of Elegance

20 Year Anniversary for Awards of Elegance – and More!

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Awards of Elegance, 410 Main St. in Southington, celebrates its 20th Anniversary this year. As lifelong Southington residents, Tracey Bentz and Thomas Bentz, pictured, take pride in serving the community as well as online clients. Awards of Elegance offers a very diverse selection of products and services, which includes business promotional items, trophies, plaques, awards, sports memorabilia, silk screening, engraving and embroidery services.

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Reservations Not Not Required Required Reservations Middlesex Community College’s Meriden Center, at 55 West Main St., offers students the option to enroll in credit, continuing education, day, evening and weekend courses. New director Tami Christopher sees the center as an agent of its surrounding communities, constantly adapting to the needs and interests of Greater Meridenís residents. Whether strengthening their position in the workforce or seeking an affordable start to their pursuit of a bachelor’s degree, more students than ever are taking notice of what the MxCC Meriden Center has to offer. For more information, please call 203-238-6202. Pictured (from left to right): Tami Christopher, Director; Lakiesha Brissette, work-study student; Laurie Malone, Retention Specialist; and Queen Fordham, Secretary.

Brothers Pool is a Full Service Company. We open & close all pools & spas. We also provide services & repair along w/Liner Replacements and complete restorations. Call today for all your Pool or Spa needs or simply join us at a Free Pool School. (Visit our website www.brotherspool.com)

Why vacation only once a year when you can escape to your In-Home paradise every day? Turn to the experts at Brothers Pool to create your Backyard Paradise for your lifestyle, relaxation, and entertaining. For In-Ground Pools, Spas and Above-Ground Pools, Brothers Pool is your source for Quality, Value, Selection and Friendly Service.

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include anything from printed tote bags and stress balls to light-up yo-yos, lip balm, balloons and so much more! A great deal is done online today, through the Web site, www.AwardsofElegance.net However, keeping a local showroom enables clients to see, touch, get samples, learn about and compare products first-hand. When you walk into the showroom, sports memorabilia greets you throughout, as well as the wall of plaques, display of trophies, clocks, catalogs – more than you can imagine for selecting the perfect thing. Custom printing and design services are also available. One of the new and trendy items you can find in the showroom is the Phiten necklaces like pro ball players wear. “People just come in and we can do nearly anything – if there’s enough time, there’s

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Awards of Elegance, 410 Main St. in Southington, is celebrating 20 years in business. In those two decades the business has grown to offer a diverse range of products for nearly anyone in the community and online. We specialize in creating awards and items to recognize a job well done, items that say ‘Thanks’ and products that build visibility for your business. We offer trophies, plaques, awards, engraving, sports memorabilia, a full line of apparel with silk screening and embroidery services. Come in to our showroom to see just what we can do for your business with our silk screening and promotional products. Doing business in your hometown – and just five minutes from home – is exciting and fun, says Tom Bentz, who was born and raised in Southington. He owns the shop with his wife, Tracey Bentz, who was also born and raised in Southington. Their son, Jake, 11, helps in the family’s shop as well. The key to 20 years of success is our commitment to the people we serve and to family, Tom says. We are thankful to everyone who has supported us through our two decades in business, and thankful to Ralph Sgrillo and others who help in the store. We also enjoy supporting and working on the committees of the Relay for Life and Apple Harvest Festival. “We are proud to serve Southington and the surrounding areas,” he said. Everything we do is about offering the very best in customer service – that’s the big key, our personal customer service is what brings people back. Tom was just 23 when his vision for the awards business came to fruition – and it has been growing ever since. “We’ve expanded in terms of who we can serve and how we do business,” he said. “We started out doing just the trophies and awards.” That grew into silk screening and embroidery, and other aspects as the business has grown, including what is now a large sector of the company – business promotion / ad specialties. Such products can

Foucault’s Furniture Center, is located at 107 South Colony St. in Wallingford. We are proud to celebrate over 85 years of serving the community as a family-owned and run store. We offer quality appliances, bedding, furniture, televisions, repair services and more. Visit us today and see just why four generations of service, quality and dependability have kept customers coming back!

Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

Brothers Pool

Splash in to Friendly Service, Family and Gallons of Fun It’s a great time to reduce your stress – and we can help. Install a pool or spa now and enjoy the perfect way to spend a summer day, everyday. Brother’s Pool, 250 Main St. in Yalesville, has everything you need for fast, easy and affordable installation and maintenance of a beautiful pool or spa. Brothers Pool is a fourgeneration family owned and run business that has become a leader in the pool and spa industry. Everything we do is about family – and about enjoying time together with family. “Everyone here is family, or they soon feel like family,” says Retail Manager Candice Kowalski. We want our customers to feel comfortable with us. “When they come in, they know where the cookies and coffee are and make themselves at home.” Whether you’re buying a

new pool or you already own one, we can save you time and money. We are a complete pool company, with a full retail store, a professional water lab and a full service department. We offer pool openings, closings, cleanings, filter and pump repairs, liner replacements and more. Come visit our 7,500-square foot showroom and retail store - your one-stop shop for design, installation, accessories and equipment all year. You can see our pool displays with a full in-ground pool as well as aboveground pools, and ask questions. Our Technicians are certified with 30 years of experience in the pool and spa industry. We do not subcontract any portion of construction work. We take pride in putting a family member on every job. Giving the very best in customer service is very important to us, says Vice President Lisa Morgillo. We

always give you one-on-one service. Why choose Brothers Pool? We’re pool shoppers just like you. We’ve carefully chosen the products we offer, based on the very things that are important to you: quality, low maintenance and cost. We offer a unique True Maintenance Free accessory package that gives you more time to enjoy your summer. Just five minutes each week keeps your pool crystal clear all season. Our packages pass all state code requirements. And, we are fully licensed and insured. We care about our customers and it shows. All of our employees continue to learn new and old technology in our field. During the winter months our employees attend seminars, classes, trade shows, and must pass a rigorous 10-part test. We are trained to answer almost any question. We can help you from

start to finish, with the design and selection of a pool that the whole family will enjoy together. Now is the perfect time to visit Brothers Pool for a new aboveground pool, vinyl lined and fiberglass inground pool, or spa. Check out our Dreammaker spa line. The top-selling line is so popular because the products are very easy, lightweight and portable. Stop by today and let us introduce you to this new product line. We’re also introducing Cornelius above ground pools. The goal at Brothers Pool is to make the pool buying process easy. We offer free “Pool School” classes throughout the season to help you learn all you need to know about pool maintenance, openings, closings, service/repairs and troubleshooting. Paul and Al Sr.

15 are experts at instructing our customers on how to get pool maintenance down to just 5 minutes per week. Wondering about the quality of your pool water? Bring in a sample to our showroom and we’ll test it for you – free. Brothers Pool caters to customers today as it did when John Morgillo first started the company without even a retail store or showroom. Today Brothers Pool invites you to stop in and see for yourself just how easy and reasonable we make pool and spa ownership. Brothers Pool is a member of the Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Meriden Chamber of Commerce, as well as the Young Business Leaders of Connecticut. We support our community through events, donations, and sponsorships, including our Easter Egg Hunt, Silent Auction, family adoptions for the holidays, dance scholarships, and sports teams. Continued commu-

nity support earned Candice Kowalski the 2009 Young Women in Leadership Award from the Women and Families Center. Also, Lisa Morgillo received a “Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Contributions to the U.S. Army”. Lisa inspired Brothers Pool to hold a “Support the Troops Drive”. May 1st, 2010 Brothers Pool held a large Raffle at their Open House to benefit the 2010 Relay for Life for Meriden/Wallingford. Join us for one of our free pool sessions or check out our Web site, at www.BrothersPool.com. Stop in or call Brothers Pool now for a free estimate or further information, at (203) 2655980.

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Medical Terminology for the Beginner This course is designed to provide students with some medical terminology for personal use or to prepare for the Medical Billing and Coding course. Students will learn general diagnostic terms and acronyms used in medical settings. Classroom instruction is held for 2 weeks on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Lyman Hall High School.

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) This course prepares the students to care for the sick and elderly under the direction of a Registered Nurse (R.N.B.C.). It is an entry-level paraprofessional position in the health care field. Complete this program and become a state Certified Nurse Assistant, carrying out basic nursing functions. CPR training is included. At course end, students will take the state registry exam. Classroom instruction is held Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:309:00 p.m. for 16 weeks at Lyman Hall High School. Scheduled clinical sessions are from 5:00-9:00 p.m. at a state licensed nursing home. The fee for the state registry exam is included in tuition cost; However, tuition does not include physical exam, uniform and required textbook. A pretest and interview are required for acceptance into this program.

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Thompson Chocolate

Sweet & Simple: People try it. People love it. People buy it. announcing a new baby’s arrival, sports balls and hearts, to bright tin-covered coins, Thompson Candy has something for everyone! For Thompson Chocolate, 131 years of success is quite simple. People try it. People love it. People buy it. Come stop in the store, or visit us online at www.ThompsonCandy.com.

Speed Print, located at 1232 East Main St. in Meriden, specializes in providing the very best quality in commercial printing services, desktop publishing, business to business printing facilities and more. Call us today for more information, at (203) 238-2677. Pictured from left to right: Dawn Santillo with Ethan, Carl Aresco and Tom Aresco.

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Thompson Chocolate, 80 South Vine St. in Meriden, has been offering premium chocolate products for 130 years. Our products now include everything from those special foiled Easter bunnies that have become a tradition in so many households and in so many Easter baskets, to everyday specialties – and even a new nutritional supplement with a rich chocolate taste. Stop by today and discover for yourself just what it is about this local candy maker that makes Thompson Chocolate so special. Pictured is our retail store where you can select from a wide variety of unique chocolate, fudge and candy products.

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this spring with an upgraded formula. The delicious chocolate disc contains 500 mg of calcium; the vitamin K was replaced with magnesium, which is especially appealing to those who take blood thinning medications that limit their vitamin K intake. “Magnesium does the same thing, but there are no adverse reactions to this new form, which also has more vitamin D and D3,” she said. “It’s a supplement – as well as a treat. Instead of taking a giant horse pill, you can be having a nice piece of chocolate. The dark chocolate is lactose free. A lot of people like the fact that it’s really a delicious chocolate.” “It’s a pure chocolate taste that’s definitely more palatable than your typical supplements. You can’t tell it’s actually good for you,” said Adora Calcium Nutritionist, Michelle Traub. The Adora chocolate nutritional supplements are available at Thompson’s retail store, online and at nationwide retailers such as Whole Foods. We are proud to use quality, organic and Kosher ingredients for our all-natural chocolates. “Today it’s really unique to have a company that’s entirely in the U.S. In fact, people don’t realize that we do produce all of our products right here in Meriden,” Kirsten Sullivan, Technical Director explained. “One thing that makes us unique is that we’ve stayed true to our roots for 131 years.” Thompsons recently welcomed its new CEO, Gene Dunkin, who brings a great wealth of experience following a career with Godiva. Thompsons Chocolate started out as a horse-drawn ice cream wagon and transitioned to a small store that sold ice cream and chocolate for viability through the other seasons. Only, the quality and innovation of the chocolate products meant many seasons of success for Thompson Chocolate. It’s common for customers to visit the retail shop from out-of-state in an effort to keep their family holiday tradition – seeking the perfect chocolate rabbit, or the company’s signature pecan bark, which is handcrafted and only sold through the retail store in Meriden. Thompson Candy believes chocolate is fun and we offer an artful line of nonseasonal chocolate novelties. From chocolate cigars

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Business is sweet! And, it has been for 131 years at the local candy maker, Thompson Chocolate. The company is based at 80 South Vine St. and even offers a retail shop there – right next to the hub of activity where candy is made by the nationally-known, recognized and respected manufacturer of high-quality chocolate products. “Thompson Chocolate has been in business 131 years – and we’ve developed a loyal following, and helped to build some long-time family traditions in the area for our retail store. Thompson sells products all over the country,” said Retail Store Manager Melanie Milburn. Our primary focus is on private label products, which is about 80 percent of our business.” You can come to Thompson’s store five days a week for delicious chocolate. Thompson takes pride in offering chocolate novelty products for seasonal celebrations such as Easter, Christmas, Valentine’s Day and your everyday gift needs! Walking in to the retail store feels like a private discovery. Tucked away on South Vine Street, between Hunter's Ambulance and McDonald’s - off West Main Street in Meriden, the candy company offers a unique experience – starting with an aroma of fresh made chocolate that hits you when you walk in the door – a scent so original it brings memories of first Easter baskets and childhood. Thompson's uniquely- packaged premium chocolates have been part of family celebrations everywhere – and remembering yours is just one reason to visit the shop. Thompson has also added fudge to their retail store. So, stop in to sample the fresh fudge made right in the store. Come in to purchase the all new Thompson Chocolate commemorative coin. The chocolate coin wrapped in gold will be made for special sales at the Boy Scout celebration in Hubbard Park on the weekend of May 14. One side of the new coin features Meriden’s Castle Craig; while on the other side is Thompson’s logo, the horse and buggy and date when it all started. Thompson Chocolate is also excited to offer an upgraded nutritional supplement that tastes as delicious as any other chocolate it makes. The Adora Calcium supplement was relaunched earlier

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Colony Ford of Meriden, The weather is hot and so is the selection of Mustangs at Colony Ford, located at 1179 East Main St., in Meriden. Come on in today and check out the huge inventory of pre-owned as well as the all-new 2011 5.0 GT. Don’t miss out. Newer models are coming in soon, so stop by Colony Ford for your test drive today. Colony Ford of Meriden is your local Ford dealer. Help stimulate the economy - drive a Ford at Colony Ford.

Prentis Printing Solutions, Inc., at 35 Pratt St. in Meriden, has been a leading provider of high quality printing services to clients throughout Central Connecticut for over 40 years. Prentis Printing Solutions is a dynamic printing company that specializes in pre-press services, full-color printing, tradeshow graphics, architectural and engineering print and copy services – and Much more! Pictured from left to right: Holly Burchsted, Mike Glynn, Bruce Burchsted, Jim Rinaldi and Julie Nazro.

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market funds about ninety percent of the time,” said Wadsworth, who is widely respected and known for being a conservative advisor. “People use our company because we are experienced, local and family owned”. Another aspect is the company’s experience and intense management of customer assets. “Wadsworth Investments is a very hands-on company. We have an investment committee with decades of combined experience that communicates daily. We watch the markets and confer continuously on trends, examining client investments and reacting as necessary to meet their needs,” he said. “We do not get involved in esoteric investments, we do take a proactive, not hyper-active, approach.” At Wadsworth, they fulfill their mission by diligently reviewing the investment market on a regular basis, and automatically moving our clients to the shelter of money market funds safety. Wadsworth was once quoted as saying, “We don't try to be Barry Bonds and get the homerun record. I want to win the record of having least strikeouts.” In addition to pro-active management of mutual fund, annuity and retirement portfolios, Wadsworth Investment Company offers a variety of other services including estate planning, tax-deferred annuities, and much more. The company’s advisory service has more than 300 agents nationwide, offering services through more than 50 respective(?) brokerage firms. Wadsworth got started in the business in 1965 as a mutual fund specialist and decided to launch his own firm with entrepreneurial spirit. The company’s holdings include a financial group that offers estate planning, tax preparation for clients and more. Wadsworth Investment is almost a well-kept secret, operating primarily based on word-ofmouth referrals throughout the state. Wadsworth, a former Rotary Club president, proud father and grandfather, takes pride in supporting the communities in which he lives and works. Wadsworth Investment Company is located at 879 Church Street in Wallingford, Connecticut. Mr. Wadsworth and his staff can be reached at 203-269-9730.

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Wadsworth Investment Company, Inc. of Wallingford is more than a proud, familyowned investment and wealth management firm that has been in business for nearly four decades. It just might be your key to financial survival. They believe in building a portfolio similar to a championship sports team, combining a great offense for up markets with a great defense for down markets. Without both, you rarely achieve long-term success. During periods of down markets and poor economic conditions, Wadsworth clients have, on multiple occasions, avoided much of the major stock and bond market declines. In the fourth quarter of 2008, the firm hosted a client celebration party (when other firms were suffering losses) because their clients were not invested, but instead in the shelter of money market funds for about ninety percent of the year. Wadsworth clients in 2009 profited from a disastrous 2008 market, making it one of the best ever performance years for the firm. “We’ve actually become beneficiaries of the down market,” said company President William Wadsworth. “If you have over $50,000 in a mutual fund, annuity or 401(k) portfolio you need to call us right away.” The first large example of Wadsworth clients turning what were bad times for investors at other firms in to actual profit was the Wall Street market crash on Oct. 19, 1987. Wadsworth explained. “Our clients avoided losses because we had gotten them completely out of the stock and bond market in time. What makes us unique is that we preserved tens of millions of dollars for our clients during down markets,” he said. One factor in the success of Wadsworth clients is the employment of their affiliated company, PTS Asset Management. PTS provides the active management for Wadsworth clients. PTS is an SEC-registered advisory service specializing in active management of investments including mutual funds, variable annuities, and 401(k)/403(b) savings plans. Wadsworth Investments is the only locally-owned and operated brokerage firm that offers this valuable service. “We avoided major losses in 2000–2003, as well as 2008 and early in ‘09. Our clients were in safer money

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Moran’s Television & Appliance

For Quality, Integrity, Service & Reliability Moran's Television & Appliance LLC, is based at 664 West Main Street in Meriden. For 50 years Moran’s has been a trusted name for personal service, quality and value. One online reviewer writes: “Morans has been my family’s television store since before I was born! We have bought every television we have owned from them because they believe in giving people the best possible deals. The staff is courteous and really tries to find that “perfect” TV for your needs!” Pictured from left to right: Jeff Manzone, Rich Maslar, Mark Kozlowski, Monte, James Moran III, Kris Mierny (rear), and Jim Moran Jr. offered by other dealers at the Galleria. The result is a complete look that is usually seen only in design magazines. Moran’s growing services

also feature design expertise for building and remodeling projects. Jim Moran III specializes in whole house audio/video design and instal-

lation. He says, “You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great home theater or dream kitchen.” Come visit our show-

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means a variety of new product lines ranging from a huge selection of televisions, to gas fireplaces and woodstoves. With the rising cost of energy today, there is a great demand for these home-heating appliances. Moran’s also offers stereos, washers, dryers, ranges, refrigerators, air conditioning units, dishwashers, microwaves and gas grills. “Flat panel televisions are still selling like crazy,” says Owner Jim Moran. “We’re seeing a high percentage in growth in many of our hightech television products over last year – so something we’re doing is right.” We are nearing five decades of experience serving clients in the community. Unlike here today gone tomorrow box stores like Bernies, Circuit City and Tweeters who have left their customers locked out and no one to turn to. Moran’s still takes pride in keeping up with the latest technology that our customers demand. The technological updates we offer in our many product lines are part of the reason our customers keep coming back over the years and referring their friends and families. At Morans TV & Appliance we carry a full inventory of appliances. If you are looking for a refrigerator, oven, cook top, stove, dishwasher or washer/dryer - we have it in stock. We also stock a huge inventory of Digital Projection, LCD TVs, Plasma and surround sound equipment. We offer all major brands and also service, which is a big problem to anyone who shops elsewhere or buys off brands. “Lots of brands sold nowadays are not serviceable. Most odd brands are throwaways,” he says. “People are spending a lot of money for them and they can’t be repaired. Moran’s services all the major brands we sell.” Moran’s unparalleled service and quality products are well known throughout the area. Customers often tell their friends and family of the friendly service and great value they got at Moran’s. It’s that very high level of client satisfaction that has brought strong word of mouth business to Moran’s and has always been key to the store’s success. “It's our business to know everything about the most popular and reliable manufacturers available,” Moran says. “We have long standing relationships with the biggest manufacturers and know all of our products inside and out. The result? You get exceptional service for the life of your appliances.” The Galleria showroom helps customers visualize their finished projects in any room of their home, from the family or media room to the kitchen and beyond. The displays show off products as they might be experienced in the home. New appliance items include stateof-the-art goods added to kitchen vignettes that combine stone, tile and cabinetry

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For major heart surgery, you want the very best doctor in the industry – someone knowledgeable who’s been at it for years. To sell your home, you want the best Realtor around – someone with an excellent reputation, background and skills to achieve your goals. And, when you need to replace your TV or one of the most used appliances in your home, you want a company that knows everything in the business and can offer you a lasting piece that looks and performs beyond your expectations: You want Moran’s Television and Appliance. For 50 years Moran’s Television and Appliance has been a trusted name, widely known for the quality and personal service it offers customers. Our customers rely on our name for special television and appliance products that last. Over a half century as a family-owned and operated business, we’ve come to know our products inside and out and we have built close relationships with all of the major manufacturers. We are proud of the reputation we’ve developed for “amazing” service as much as for the quality we bring our customers. In turn, many of our customers come back to us year after year. “Moran’s has been my family's television store since before I was born almost 25 years ago! We have bought every television we have owned from them because they believe in giving people the best possible deals,” says Lisa M, a satisfied customer. “For our last television purchase, the staff at Moran's did everything in their power to get it to us for Christmas. And, as promised, we had our new TV for Christmas! The staff is courteous and really tries to find you that "perfect" TV for your needs! I would HIGHLY recommend them for any television purchase!” Today customers can shop at Moran’s well-known location at 664 West Main St. in Meriden, as well as its Hearth & Home Appliances showroom in the Galleria Design Center, 234 Middle St., just off I-91 in Middletown. Don't go to a big box store with products so diverse that they can’t possibly specialize in the one you want. Some sell everything from tools and software to CDs and cameras. At those stores, you're likely to be helped by someone who flipped burgers last week, worked in DVDs yesterday, and who can't tell you anything about a refrigerator, a microwave or a dishwasher except what’s on the label. If you really want help -- come to the experts! Moran’s has been in the appliance business for years. It’s what we love, it's what we do, and it's what we know. So if you want to get your money's worth, come shop for your appliances with us and expect nothing less than expert advice and service. Moran’s has seen great growth in recent years, which

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Regency House of Wallingford

It’s “In With The All New” as Regency House of Wallingford Gets Complete Renovation, More Patient Privacy and Comfort secure new unit for them. We also encourage residents and families to bring in familiar furnishings to make it more home like and more like the residents’ own spaces. The improvements at Regency House of Wallingford also include a special lounge and a secure courtyard, a fine din-

ing room that serves fresh hot meals, a multipurpose recreation room, an 1,100-squarefoot gym, and more. Regency House of Wallingford also offers comfort amenities that amaze its clients – from flat screen televisions and a new rehabilitation gym to a full room serv-

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Regency House of Wallingford is celebrating the completion of an extraordinary renovation project, which means a full sweep “in with the new” for the nursing and rehabilitative care facility. The brand-new, state-ofthe-art facility now boasts the newest beds in the state of Connecticut, with two entire units newly constructed and waiting to help you or your loved one. Helping patients recover as quickly as possible is the top goal of our high quality care team. We specialize in providing traditional longterm care, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, short-term rehabilitation and much more. Now, with the recent completion of our $11 million transformation, many significant improvements to our facility will help recovery become faster and more comfortable than ever. The changes at Regency House also include the addition of positions that could total two dozen new employees. “We went through a complete and total renovation of what was a 45-year-old building,” said Tim Brown, Director of Marketing & Communications. Regency House of Wallingford is now a 130-bed building, which is about a 40 percent increase in size. The larger facility means increased patient comfort and amenities to help you enjoy your stay. The previous building had three beds for each patient room, but the new one features single and double rooms and private baths. The building also features brand new therapy space for the short-term rehabilitation program. This is a signature program from National HealthCare Associates, called Passport Rehabilitation. Learn more about this innovative program online at www.PassportRehab.com. “If you’ve had a hospitalization and need to transition home afterward, you would come to this new unit,” said Nursing Home Administrator Patrick McDonnell. “Our motto is, ‘Your passport to home.’” We provide individualized personal care with the single goal of getting you back to your home. Throughout the changes in physical appearance at Regency House, one thing did stay the same – the caring staff that is committed to providing the highest level of care while working to maximize each patient’s independence. We focus on meeting the short-term needs of our communities, which includes anything from hip replacement and knee replacement, to anything requiring a short-term rehabilitation stay. We are here to help as you go through your rehabilitative journey. If you have a family member who needs specialized dementia care, we have a

Regency House of Wallingford, Inc., is located at 181 East Main St. in Wallingford. The staff at Regency House of Wallingford is committed to providing the highest quality nursing and rehabilitative care to our residents. Pictured from left to right in the front row: Penny Pepe, Lois Satagaq, Amy Kobelia, Judy Howell-Smith. From left to right in the back row: Tanya Leiser, Peter Brail, Pat McDonnell and Melanie Porto. Missing from photo: Shelly Jackson, Lori Baranowski, Christie Ball and Mary Lou Erwin. ice menu offered to guests looking for more luxury during their stay. Regency House of Wallingford has built a reputation for providing excellence in patient. The building has always been known as one of the best in the area, and now we can actually say our

physical facility is the very best in the area. As the newest short-term rehabilitation facility in the state of Connecticut, we are proud of all we can offer now, proud of our specially-trained staff and increased capabilities through the renovation project. Come check out a series

of events that allow you to visit us and see the new changes for yourself during Nursing Home Celebration Week, starting on Mother’s Day. For details and more information, visit us online at RegencyHouseWallingford.com

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Billy Carlson Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC

Voted the Best Heating & Air Conditioning Services Around! The new systems also bring significant savings in energy costs as well. Billy Carlson is an authorized Trane dealer. He is also a furnace/boiler replacement/ service specialist as well as a residential steam specialist. We also offer residential central A/C system replacements (both duct and ductless) and provides service for both. “I attribute our continued success and growth, and our ability to stay strong as a company serving the community even in difficult financial times, to our loyal staff. Each member of our team, from the office personnel to the service department and installation crew – they all share my goal of providing the best personal service,” Carlson says. For anyone looking for the latest technical advances in the field for air quality, humidification, heating and cooling systems, Carlson is the top choice for cutting-edge products that offer low noise, great efficiency and energy savings. “With energy prices continuing to climb, we have been very successful in selling and installing high-efficiency HVAC equipment” he said. “With all of our products and services we try to get our customers best energy efficiency possible.” Our high standards for customer service and reliable workmanship have brought solid growth to the company. It is all thanks to the solid effort put forward by the employees and the word-of-mouth customers who continue to help build the business. All of our technicians are highly professional, offering integrity and quality workmanship. “That is my goal – and it goes back to when I was working with my dad,” Carlson said. “We continue to offer the kind of service that keeps people coming back and referring their friends.” We give free estimates and offer financing solutions to qualified buyers. Billy Carlson takes great pride in running the business with help from his wife, Kathleen, who runs the business’ bookkeeping office. Their three children are also involved in the business during their free time. They are Ryan, Megan, and Matthew. Also integral to the business are the family’s yellow lab, Chloe, and the company cat Willie. “We’re blessed after a long day’s work,” Carlson says, with gratitude to everyone involved in the success of

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You know you will get the very best service, quality, and friendliness with Billy Carlson Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC, indoor comfort specialists. As a family-owned and run company with high integrity, great values and excellent customer service, we work hard to put a smile on each customer’s face. And that’s just what earned us the 2008 and 2009 Readers’ Choice Awards for the top heating and air conditioning company in the area! Billy Carlson, owner of Billy Carlson Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC has made personal service his top priority for nearly three decades. He is now celebrating a full decade in business after he founded his full-service residential heating and air conditioning company in 2000. Before forming his own company, he worked for 18 years with his father and Carlson Fuel Oil. Back when he started, the business had one employee and he was working from a homebased office. Today, the company is located at 217 Berlin Ave. in Southington, and has grown to include a full staff of licensed and experienced employees offering top-notch service, including 24-hour emergency service. We provide complete residential heating and air conditioning service and specialize in the replacement of oil and gas boilers, furnaces and hot water heaters, including the use of Energy Star products. We offer conversions from oil to gas, both natural gas and propane. We do same-day boiler and furnace replacements. Billy Carlson keeps up with the latest technical advances in the field for air quality, humidification, heating and cooling systems and offers cutting-edge products, which offer low noise, great efficiency and energy savings, including heat pumps, hot water heaters and more. We also service existing equipment. Many of our customers are getting huge financial benefits by installing our energy efficient products, thanks to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, which means more than $2,000 in rebates and a $1,500 tax credit to those who install or replace their systems with high efficiency ones. “It has tremendously affected our business. Our customers are realizing rebates that reach thousands of dollars – it’s a huge deal for the consumers and for our company at the same time,” Carlson says.

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Robert Lang Jewelers

A Leader in Experience, Education, Service, Custom Work & More! showcasing more than 1,000 beads that fit the popular Pandora, Chamilia, Biagi and Trollbeads chains. Lang’s bead clients are not just women, but also children and adult men. He creates custom sterling and leather bracelets and necklaces as well. “I’ll do whatever it takes to bring a smile to your face,” Lang says. If you’re looking for an engagement ring, wedding bands or other special occasion jewelry, Lang offers the perfect choice over carrying a standard bridal line. After client consultation, he purchases GIA certified diamonds or colored gemstones to meet the clients’ specifications and budget, and then he coordinates the creation of the clients’ design wishes. Given Lang’s expertise to meet clients’ needs and his relationships built with the best suppliers, special orders typically arrive the next business day. Even custom designs can be completed relatively fast. Through the years I’ve handled just about everything. I’ve sold up to a 4.5-karat pearshaped diamond. I’ve set some of the rarest gemstones in the world. Lang doesn’t sell just anything. “The quality of diamonds that I sell are really above and beyond what the average jeweler offers,” he explains. “I offer years of experience over others in the business, and I’m very fussy about what I sell.” Lang works hard to be sure each customer gets the best value and really understands what the product is that they’re buying. “I want them to feel like a breath of fresh air when they come in, that they’re going to be treated fairly and honestly,” he says. “I have developed lots of contacts in the business. There are different vendors we buy from that will only invite you into their fold after you build a relationship together.” Lang is known and revered for his technical and creative skills, performing high-quality, sophisticated repairs and original fabrications. As a goldsmith and designer, Lang goes beyond the basics in his work to offer clients an edge for talent, custom quality and creation design work in their final pieces along with very fair pricing. He takes pride in being friendly and approachable, meeting with customers and always working

Robert Lang Jewelers, located in The Country Plaza, 1101 S. Main St. in Cheshire, brings more than 34 years of experience in the business. Come on in for everything from diamond and gemstone jewelry to custom designed and created pieces and more! Pictured is Robert Lang, Goldsmith and Owner of Robert Lang Jewelers, LLC, with Jewelry Designer Kimberly Marie Arpaia, owner of Arpaia Fine Jewelry in New Haven. will be pleasantly surprised,” he says. “The quality I offer and the prices I offer - they’re not going to touch that value,

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New to U Consignments, at 1165 N. Colony Road in Wallingford, is a full service shop that features men’s and women’s quality consignment clothing, gifts, accessories, books, furniture, jewelry and more. Pictured from left to right are our friendly staff members: Cookie, Jean, Natty, Margie, Sue, Audra, Sarah, Doreen and Michelle.

out in the front of his store, not hiding behind the scenes. Lang recently collaborated with Jewelry Designer Kimberly Marie Arpaia, owner of Arpaia Fine Jewelry in New Haven. The duo often holds private shopping events in the store, and in homes, offices and clubs. They also participate in many local charitable events. Last holiday season, alone, their donations to the Connecticut Food Bank provided more than 3,500 meals to

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Robert Lang has had an eye for beautiful adornments his whole life. But, who knew that what was once a childhood love for collecting beach glass and keeping a rare stone and mineral collection would fast grow from an obsession to a profession. “I always had an interest in jewelry. I always wanted to learn how to make it and be involved with everything from its design and creation to helping others select perfect pieces to suit their styles and needs,” said Robert Lang, Goldsmith and Owner of Robert Lang Jewelers, LLC. The shop is conveniently located in The Country Plaza, 1101 S. Main St. in Cheshire. Today Robert Lang Jewelers lets you have it all, and have it your way. You can find a full selection of diamonds, gemstones, gold and silver in stock, plus you can have your one-of-a-kind dream piece hand made. Lang works with platinum, palladium, gold and silver, doing all his own stone setting, from diamonds to opals, prong setting to bezels and more. Lang has worked in the jewelry industry for over 34 years, since he was 17. He worked in retail and management before pursuing a formal education in design and creation of jewelry. Lang attended San Francisco’s Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts. He holds a Diamond Degree with the Gemological Institute of America, GIA. Since he opened the local shop in 2004, Lang continues to pursue professional studies. He is now working toward a Graduate Gemologist Degree from GIA. Robert Lang Jewelers is true full-service retail jewelry store. The shop invokes a quaint, relaxed and inviting atmosphere. You can stop by for just about anything related to jewelry. Get your watch battery changed while you wait, drop off jewelry for insurance appraisal and repair, shop for everything from handmade $5 glass beads to very rare and elegant black diamond necklaces, have your ears pierced and enjoy a glass of champagne during your visit! And, if you are a bead lover, Robert Lang Jewelers is definitely the place to shop! Lang carries the entire line of Musings Beads, Charms, Gemstones & Baubles, presented by Arpaia Fine Jewelry. Come browse from four spinning floor racks

Connecticut residents in need. Not to be missed is the “Annual Arpaia-Lang Holiday Shopping Celebration” at Robert Lang Jewelers. This year, the second annual event will be Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to acquire one of Lang’s more rare creations. His entire collection of black diamond jewelry sold out last year. Lang is currently working on an allnew black diamond collection for the 2010 holiday season. Also, stop by on Mother’s Day, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for refreshments and special offers on the entire Musings bead line. When you are looking for any jewelry, from custom designed pieces, diamonds and gem stones, repairs and more, Robert Lang Jewelers is one stone that shouldn’t go unturned. Many clients travel far and find it was worth a journey to discover Lang. Come on in and see for yourself! “We may be off the beaten trail to many people, but they

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Perfectemp, Inc., 635 Old Turnpike Road in Plantsville, brings you HVAC expertise in all areas of the field when it comes to sales, service and installation for industrial, commercial and municipal clients. Pictured in the front row from left to right: Tim Nowik, Robert Tulisano, Paul Bergeron, Ryan Johnson. Pictured in the back row from left to right: Skip Reed, Jeff Swain, owner and Brian Michaud.

Bradley Home, For nearly 75 years The Bradley Home has been helping the community by providing residential care for citizens over 65. The care center is at 320 Colony St., in Meriden. Pictured in the back row, from left to right: David Carabetta, Rev. Perry Beaver, Ed Haberli (Second Vice Chairman), Dennie Conway, Dennis Ceneviva, Daniel DeRosa, David Wyskiel (Chairman), William Hyde (Treasurer), Wilfredo Nieves (First Vice Chairman). In the front row, from left to right: Maureen Bilger, Michelle Thibeault, Natuzza Dimasi, Elaine Murphy, Marguerite Brennan, Sr. Georgeann, Katherine Clements, Molly Savard (CEO of the Bradley Home). Absent from this photo: Donna Jones (Secretary), Kevin Curry, Robert La Rosa, Dr. David Parke.

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Inc. also has branch offices in Glastonbury and Clinton and is evaluating opening other offices in the State. The company offers free inhome evaluations by a Registered Nurse. For further information, contact (203) 634-8668.

Assisted Living Services of Meriden works to help individuals maintain their lives to the fullest while they stay in the home they love. We specialize in offering quality in-home eldercare services to clients and their families throughout Connecticut. For more information, call us today, at (203) 634-8668. Pictured from left to right, front row: Mary Seagliarini, Kristin Mercadante, Carole L’Heureux, Sharon D’Aquila and Ron D'Aquila. Backrow: Jane Asumadu, Tom Daly and Tonya Dennis

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Sharon D’Aquila was the caregiver of a grandparent with Alzheimer’s for many years. Lifelong Meriden resident Ed (Babe) DeRosa had lived in his home for over forty years and she respected his wish to live in his home for as long as possible. She was able to watch for his safety in the early stages of the disease – however as the years passed and the disease progressed, the demands put upon her grew as well. As she pursued resources to assist in his care she recognized a lack of quality nonmedical in-home services. She and her husband Ron then established one of the fastest growing businesses of its type in Central Connecticut. Assisted Living Services, Inc. was established in 1996 and now has more than 300 staff providing a broad range of inhome eldercare services to hundreds of customers and their families throughout Meriden, Wallingford, Cheshire, Southington, Berlin, Avon, Milford, and Middletown, as well as 50 other townships throughout Connecticut. “What we have really tried to do is focus on being a premier quality service,” according to Sharon D’Aquila coowner. Sharon’s previous work experience is with the Connecticut State Police. Ron is a Registered Nurse with over twenty five years of acute care, community health, and managerial experience. Between the two of them they bring the right balance to a business that must focus on reliability, trustworthiness, and high quality service. “We look forward to positive feedback from our customers and reward premium service with incentives” Ron D’Aquila said of the thousands of dollars the company has put toward rewarding employees who go “over and above, or have perfect attendance.” The families we work with are under so much stress, and they need our staff to give them a break while feeling reassured that their loved one is in good hands” said Sharon. We get our referrals from the children of elderly clients – the so called “sandwich generation” in a quandary about how to get help for their parents at home while balancing the responsibility of raising children and working each day. Not only is homecare favorable because people prefer to stay at home, but it is also considerably less expensive than other options. “Generally our customers are older and need just some help to stay safe and happy in their home. But we also provide services to those affected by Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, getting Hospice Care, as well as others of all ages who have some type of dis-

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Summa Construction

For a Bathroom Remodeling Job Done Right – & Fast There’s something to be said for a bathroom remodeling company with experience on more than 3,000 bathroom jobs. For Summa Construction Services, which averages about 150 complete bathrooms each year, bringing customers everything they need for the perfect bathroom, with high quality and professional workmanship from start to finish, this is just what earned the company recognition as Central Connecticut’s 1st name in bathroom remodeling! When Frank Summa began Summa Construction in 1963, his vision was of a company that believed in quality work and the approach that “the customer comes before the dollar sign”. Today it’s still owned and run by family, and that same philosophy that has guided Summa Construction through over 45 years in remodeling thousands of bathrooms throughout central Connecticut still holds true. Owners Pat and Joanne Summa as well as their two sons and Pat’s brother are the people you’ll see, talk with and have working on your job. “We are true to our word and believe each and every person we work for is the most important person in the world,” Joanne says. “We take pride in giving TOP NOTCH service in a time where others have the attitude, “I am busy and will

get to it eventually.” We are a small family business and really love doing our job. We take pride in our work and our service.” Did you ever want your bathroom done right, but the thought of a long and drawnout construction process seems daunting – not to mention how it would disturb your family or your daily schedule? With Summa Construction, you can have your bathroom completely made over in just one week. That’s right, start on a Monday and finished that Friday – just in time for weekend entertaining, or just to relax and have everything done, including the cleanup. Summa Construction Services even includes professional work done by master plumbers, which is the most important part of the job. You can have your whole bathroom done for as little as $5450, including tax, installation and debris removal included (approximate size of room quoted is 5x8), in one week! This makeover includes: all plumbing, new water-resistant sheetrock, new interlocking water-tight sealed tub and walls, new toilet and seat, medicine cabinet and light, vanity and marble top, all faucets, a pressure balance tub, faucet and sink faucet, plus a vinyl or ceramic floor. If you don't need complete bathroom remodeling we also offer partial bath remodeling.

You can replace your old tub and tile or shower stall with a new interlocking, water-tight sealed fiberglass tub and wall system or shower unit - in ONE day! Or, if getting in and out of that old tub is getting too hard for you, replace it with a new interlocking water-tight sealed shower unit. This is not a reglazed or a mold hiding liner. “We take an out-of-date or broken down bathroom and transform it to a beautiful room,” says Joanne. “We have met so many nice people in the many years we have been working. It is so nice to run into them in a restaurant or store and have them tell us how much they are loving their new bathroom.” Summa Construction uses top quality products such as:American Standard, Kohler, Moen, and other names you know. Call to stop by today and see our full showroom, open by appointment, of all our products for you to choose. At Summa Construction Services, LLC projects are handled by licensed and insured, trained professionals known for their commitment and attention to detail. There are NO "jack of all trades" here. We guarantee your satisfaction. Call 860-628-0073 today for a free estimate or visit us online, at www.SummaConstructionSer vices@yahoo.com.

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Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

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Targets Total Body Rehabilitation Faulkner’s motto is illustrated through daily practices: “Where inspiration and dedication come together to benefit the wellness of the whole person.” We specialize in offering comprehensive therapies and rehabilitative options to target each individual’s needs. Our special fitness center and 90-degree therapeutic pool are highlights in the aquatic therapy program. The Faulkner Physical Therapy Group offers monthly memberships for ongoing fitness at reasonable rates. Arthritis exercise classes and water aerobics are offered daily. CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard Training and other classes are available on a regular basis. A variety of other swim programs are offered, including open swim sessions and lessons for all ages. Certified Water Safety Instructors teach all classes and certified lifeguards are on duty at all times. Faulkner Physical Therapy is committed to delivering excellence in the many healthcare services offered, from manual and myofascial release therapy to vestibular rehabilitation and lymphatic drainage and more. We are proud to have helped people eliminate chronic pain to live comfortably, regain the ability to walk with ease, and maintain pain-free lifestyles through therapy, arthritis stretching and fitness classes. “We are able to progress patients from the acute phase of treatment to the rehabilitation and conditioning phase all in one friendly and com-

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Faulkner Physical Therapy Group Inc., 101 N. Plains Industrial Road in Wallingford, has been proud to offer a whole spectrum of care with highly qualified and experienced therapists and staff for over 40 years. We use state of the art equipment to care for people with a variety of diagnoses, including headaches, neck and back pain, facial pain, TMJ/jaw pain, dizziness, imbalance, lymphedema, neurological disorders, arthritis, sports related injuries, industrial injuries, orthopedic problems and even pediatric care. “Achieving excellence in quality as we care for the patient is our primary focus,” says founder Joan C. Faulkner, RPT. “The progress and satisfaction of our patients includes quality care, ease of scheduling, communication, billing and much more.” Faulkner’s Physical Therapists work as a team, boasting more than 200 years of combined experience; highly educated and trained in all aspects of total body rehabilitation. Communication on each patient’s specific needs and goals is key with everyone involved in the patient’s care, including the referring physician. Our expert Physical Therapists go through an extensive initial evaluation with new patients to develop a program of individualized treatment, including manual therapy. The individual treatment plan is designed to help with each unique problem.

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Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

Wallingford Family YMCA

Strong Kids, Strong Families & Strong Communities With our full daily schedules, sometimes the last thing we think of is taking care of ourselves – spirit, mind and body. The Wallingford Family YMCA located at 81 South Elm Street can help! The Y offers an extensive lineup of activities for people of all ages – with the goal of getting you involved and healthy. “We’re doing a lot of new programs and trying so many new ideas and initiatives,” says Shannon Silver of the YMCA. “All of our programs really show our innovative and creative side.” The YMCA has a 65-year history of offering health and wellness activities. We try to take the whole person into consideration when we provide programming for families. The YMCA offers a list of exciting programs that are literally designed with everyone in mind. This includes the specialized senior fitness program for active older adults, a Learn to Swim program, many new teen programs such as the Saturday Night Club for 11-to 15-year olds, Movie Madness nights at the Rotary/YMCA Teen Center, private tutoring, middle school overnights, fifth-grade dances, and Flick and Float at the pool. There’s

also a Road Race and a Tennis Tournament – as well as many other activities for you to check out. This fall, the Wallingford Family YMCA received a policy and environmental change grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to help fight childhood obesity. A team of community leaders has been meeting since the fall to develop a community action plan. As a response to this initiative the Y also celebrated a graduation of its pilot program, Fit to Go. Fit to Go is a middle school program focused on self-esteem, exercise, nutrition and more. The YMCA has teamed up with the VNA, Youth and Social Services Department, Wallingford Public School System and United Way to deliver this program. The YMCA is also a place kids can go for a fun this summer. Camp Ulbrich is an American Camp Association accredited and State of Connecticut licensed Day Camp that operates at the YMCA as well as Doolittle Park, Bertini Park and Mt. Ridge. Young people can enjoy specialty camps that cater to many active interests – adventures outdoors, sports and overnight excursions. One thing is for sure – all camps are

creative and fun. Also, due to popular demand Camp Ulbrich will be offering transportation from all Wallingford Elementary Schools. “Safety is our main concern, and focusing on making sure the children are having fun in a safe environment,” Shannon Silver explained. “Our counselors are specially trained and understand the role they play in the lives of children for the summer – we all want to have fun.” Children can also participate in karate, rock climbing, tennis, volleyball – and so much more. Whether you’re eight months or 80 years old, there are YMCA programs just for you! The YMCA keeps programs fun and exciting – and the community is responding, even in a slower economy. Membership numbers are ahead of last year, youth sports classes are in-demand, youth soccer, baseball, racquetball, tball, dance classes and parenttot gymnastics are all well attended by residents. There’s also a strong need for the YMCA’s childcare programs at every elementary school in Wallingford as well as Choate Rosemary Hall and Gaylord Hospital, with more than 420 children enrolled. You can visit the our

The Wallingford Family YMCA, 81 South Elm Street in Wallingford, works to enrich children and families with programs that benefit the whole person, spirit, mind and body. The YMCA has something for everyone – and more! Pictured from front to back, right to left: Lisa Hoover, Shannon Silver, Sean Doherty, Erik Skinner, Keith Cargan, Mark Graham, Cassandra Bromley, Chris Kingston, Jan Donahue, Jane Rynaski, Tammi Mastroianni, Debbie Chappell. Missing from the photo: Todd Mahoney and Karen Wu. 54,000-square-foot facility and find two pools, a state of the art Health and Wellness Center, two racquetball courts, a newly renovated gymnasium, aerobics studio, group cycling room and free on-site child care while members are working out. And, staying on the cutting-edge of exercise technology, in just over a year, the YMCA has purchased over $100,000 in new fitness equipment. “We pride ourselves on offering a great place for families to gather at the Y and to spend some quality time together. We encourage families to incorporate play into their busy lives,” says YMCA

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Save Time, Get Peace of Mind can do the job faster, more efficiently and often with more impressive outcomes than if people spend all day doing it themselves.” Your local Merry Maids has been in business nearly two decades, and has handled just about every request. The staff of nearly 25 cleaning experts is available for everything from small apartments to large estates. Take no chances before closing the sale, we can make the house you’re selling shine for the walk-through. We can help you get ready for mother-inlaw visits, moving and more. A gift from Merry Maids makes a perfect gift for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and other occasions. We can help the recipient with their workload and give them several hours extra in a day. A thoughtful gift of cleaning services by Merry Maids can ease a new mothers’ worries as she returns home from the hospital with a baby and doesn’t need to clean up as visitors stop by. The staff brings their own equipment and supplies. All products are OSHA approved and biodegradable. The company works to offer the best quality services that may span the range from general housecleaning with attention to kitchens, bathrooms, detailed dusting, vacuuming of upholstered furniture and washing floors, as well as cleaning major appliances such as ovens and the insides of refrigerators. A schedule of regular visits can be set up on weekly, biweekly, monthly basis, or just for a one-time visit to meet any customer’s needs. “We can customize to what you want done,” says Office Manager Debbie Thorp. “We meet with you and go through your home together to form a customized cleaning plan that fits your budget and cleaning needs.” Merry Maids gets a great deal of business from wordof-mouth referrals by its many satisfied customers, Eigner said. “Clients trust Merry Maids to arrive promptly and to treat the homes they clean with the same respect and care they would have with their own home.” We have remained successful and grown the business to serve increasing numbers of clients throughout the area mostly due to our people.

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Community Service for 143 Years Boosting The Local Economy

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The Record-Journal has invested more than $200,000,000 in the local economy in the last 20 years: ■ $75,000,000 in employee benefits and wages, most of which is spent locally, since over 75 percent of our employees live in our circulation area. ■ $14,000,000 has been earned by thousands of young carriers. ■ $16,000,000 in capital improvements invested back into the company. Most of these investments were made with local businesses and contractors, helping to support jobs in the community. ■ Goods and services – millions spent with area businesses, ranging from office supply firms to cleaning services.

More than $2 million donated locally in the last 20 years: Scholarships – $800,000 United Way – $300,000

Community Leadership Volunteer leadership by Record-Journal management in recent years: Chairman, United Way Campaign President, Meriden Boys and Girls Club President, Meriden Rotary Club President, Southington Chamber of Commerce President, Cheshire Chamber of Commerce President, Meriden Kiwanis Club President, United Way of Meriden & Wallingford Co-chairman, Boys & Girls Club Fund Drive President, Southington Lions Club Treasurer, Employment Development Center Chairman, Wallingford Rotary Jim Backes Tournament Chairman, Walk for Warmth Founder and coordinator, Summer Campership Secretary, United Way of Meriden and Wallingford Chairman, Local Emergency Planning Committee – Meriden President, Meriden YWCA MidState Medical Center, Board of Governors Treasurer, Kuhn Center Boys Club 100th Anniversary Fund

Directorships and Committees American Red Cross Cheshire Chamber of Commerce Cheshire Playground in the Park Citizen Committee on Recycling Community Foundation of Central CT. Community Vision CT Sports Foundation Against Cancer Curtis Home Cuno Foundation Employment Development Center Founder & Director, Castle Bank & Trust Friends of the Library Literacy Volunteers Meriden Bicentennial Committee Meriden Boys and Girls Club Meriden Chamber of Commerce Meriden Daffodil Festival Meriden DECA Meriden Rotary Club Meriden Sports Reunion Committee Noah’s Ark of Hope Partnership in Education Play It Smart “Pools for Kids” Fund Wallingford YMCA Board Salvation Army Southington Chamber of Commerce Southington DECA Southington Lions Club Student Drug & Alcohol Abuse United Way of Meriden and Wallingford United Way of Southington Veterans Memorial Medical Center Annual Appeal Visiting Nurse Association Wallingford Chamber of Commerce Wallingford Rotary Club YMCA Capital Campaign YWCA Women’s Issues

Local Awards Grand Marshall - Daffodils on Parade John D. Altobello, Jr. Memorial Service, Meriden Boys Club MEDCO Keystone Award Meriden Chamber of Commerce/Business of The Year Award Meriden Boys Club Hall of Fame Meriden Eagles Club, Good Neighbor Meriden Falcon Alumni Citizen of the Year Meriden Hall of Fame Awards (4) National Recognition for School/Business Partnership with Washington Middle School Pride in Meriden Award Southington Community Service Award “Unsung Hero Award” Special Olympics Sportsman of Distinction United Way Corporate Leadership Award YWCA Corporate Leadership Award YWCA Women in Leadership

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Other local beneficiaries: American Red Cross American Silver Museum Beat the Street Big Brothers/Big Sisters Boys & Girls Club of Wallingford Bradley Memorial Hospital Bread of Life Brian Ash Fund Catholic Family Services Cheshire Chamber of Commerce Cheshire Community Chorus Cheshire Public Library Child Guidance Clinic COCO Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Community Provider Consortium Connecticut Legal Services Connecticut Public Radio & TV Council of Concern Curtis Home CWEALF Easter Seals Rehabilitation Center Employment Development Center Family Service Association Gaylord Hospital Girls Inc. Greater Meriden Adult Day Care Greater Meriden Chamber of Commerce Greater Meriden Oratorio Chorus High Hopes Holiday for Giving Committee Hospice Community Services Junior Achievement Kuhn Center La Casa Boricua Light the Flag Fund Literacy Volunteers Meriden-Wallingford Society for Handicapped Maloney Key Club MEDCO Meri-Weather Inc. Meriden Boys & Girls Club Meriden Community Action Agency Meriden Firefighters Union Meriden Girls Softball Meriden Junior Football Meriden Public Library Meriden Rotary Club Meriden Symphony Meriden Vietnam Veterans Meriden-Wallingford Chrysalis Monument Fund MXCC Scholarship Operation Pantry Platt Key Club Playground Wallingford Playground in Cheshire Project Graduation (four towns) Quinnipiac Council of Boy Scouts Salvation Army SARC Silver City BMX Club Silver City Quarter Midget Club Southington Chamber of Commerce Southington Public Library Southington United Way Southington YMCA Southington Youth Counseling Center St. Vincent De Paul Shelter Student Learning Center Summer Campership United Negro College Fund University of Connecticut Veterans Memorial Medical Center VNA – Meriden VNA – Southington VNA – Wallingford Walk for Warmth Wallingford Chamber Singers Wallingford Family Y Wallingford Junior Football Wallingford Public Library Wallingford Rotary Club Wallingford Senior Center Wallingford Symphony Warm the Children YMCA YWCA 1711 Inn – Solomon Goffe House

El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant, at 151 Queen St. in Southington, is the place to go when you’re looking for great food with a fun atmosphere, including entertainment that often features live mariachi performers. Pictured Christina Finn, Allison Gratta, Morgan Michaud, Alexis Sone,Gina Albanese, Luis Hernandez. Seated in front is Eddy Adames, owner.

Suzio Insurance Center, at 54 Chamberlain Highway in Meriden, has brought a variety of insurance products to area residents for over 35 years. Frank Suzio and Jim Suzio as well as their valued team specializes in insurance products including auto, home, health and life, umbrella policies, business and more. Pictured in front from left to right are: Paul Buczak,Laura DiStefano, Gerry Holmes, Nancy Grossman and Jim Suzio. Back row left to right: Debby Albrycht, Janice Taylor. Missing from photo: Frank Suzio and Claire Barillaro.

Community Involvement Sports Programs As a strong supporter of youth sports programs, the RecordJournal supports more than a dozen baseball, basketball and soccer teams throughout the area. In addition, the newspaper has sponsored or co-sponsored the: Apple Harvest Festival Road Race Easter Seals 3 on 3 Basketball Classic Easter Seals CT Distance Classic Easter Seals Volleyball Marathon Filipek Four Town Tennis Tournament Medi-Corp Classic Record-Journal Invitational Track Meet Record-Journal Tri-Town Softball Classic Scholar/Athlete Awards Tradition Run Turkey Trot Wallingford YMCA Tennis Tournament

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LaRosa Construction Company, Inc., General Contractors, based at 1400 Old N. Colony Road in Meriden, is a fully licensed and insured general site contractor with 57 years of experience offering a variety of related services. Pictured are trucks from our busy fleet, which performs work including trenching and paving, land clearing, exterior lighting and fencing installation, complete landscaping services, demolition and much more!

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Tuxis – Ohr’s Fuel, Inc., based at 80 Britannia St. in Meriden, has been working for more than 100 years to provide heating oil, 24-hour burner service, automatic delivery as well as professional installation of heating and cooling systems to residents throughout the area. The trucks pictured are part of the company’s proud service fleet.

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Hunter’s Pool Center

Proud to Bring Customers Strong Products, Friendly Service and Innovations standing success is making sure our customers are satisfied. We do this by offering top-of-the-line pool and spa products, providing fast and reliable service and by performing all of our pool installations in-house with no subcontractors. “We do everything we can to satisfy our customers’ needs,” says Kelly HunterJohnson. “If our customers aren’t happy, we are not in business. That’s why our customer service is the numberone thing that sets us ahead as a leader in the pool business”. We offer free water analysis and Eileen Hunter, our devoted store manager, can fix any water chemistry problem under the sun. Eileen and her Water Dollies take the time to explain the correct way to maintain swimming pools with every customer. There is a family member involved in every aspect of our business. Glenn Hunter is in the store to answer questions about filters, pumps and heaters, as well as provide new pool sales information. Eileen Hunter is our store manager, water chemistry guru and new pool salesperson. Kelly Hunter is in the office and does our advertising, prepares estimates, bills, resolves customer service questions and is a new pool salesperson. Craig Hunter is in the store as well selling pools and answering customer’s questions regarding every aspect of pool service, installation and maintenance. Alan Hunter is out in the field with his crew installing aboveground pools. Kevin Hunter is the inground pool installation manager as well as the aboveground liner replacement manager. Bobby and Jesse Hunter are also out in the field servicing our Saratoga hot tubs, pool filter systems and installing inground liner replacements. Lee Hunter is also an important member of the pool installation crews. As a family working together, with our additional year-round employees Carolyn Pavlick, Troy Baylow, Dan Cwirka, Billy Berlepsch and Armand Menard, Hunter’s service is unsurpassed. In fact, Hunter’s combined years of experience for our 19 full-time employees exceeds 295 years. That is an average of 16 years of experience for every employee! We are proud to bring our customers a new pool mainte-

nance service to provide vacuuming, water balancing and filter cleaning on a weekly basis. This summer you can look forward to spending your free time enjoying your pool, rather than tending to it. Pool maintenance can still be a cinch, even if a weekly service contract isn’t for you! With a Hayward Automatic Vacuum, Hayward sand or cartridge filter system and the Once-a-Week Sustain Chlorine System, you will have a crystal clear pool throughout the summer with no effort at all. Sustain also has an algae-free guarantee, so you no longer have to spend the summer battling green water. Our goal is to make your pool ownership fun and enjoyable! Hunter’s Pool Center’s recreational vehicle division, Hunter’s Recreational Products, also has new developments. Our BRP Can-Am ATV line is in demand, growing as an industry leader for performance. These machines are often used for utility reasons (to plow driveways) as well as recreation/racing. Our CarMate trailer line is growing as well. DMV registration is available right at our store. We have a trailer to meet any need – utility, car/motorcycle transport, snowmobile/ATV and more. Following a successful Ski-Doo snowmobile season, we are excited about our yearly showroom transformation to highlight pool games, toys, chemicals, equipment, filters and accessories. Stop by May 22 for our 12th annual Customer Appreciation Day! This oneday-only sale, featuring deep discounts on some of our top products and throughout the store, is our chance to extend our sincere thanks to our loyal customers as we celebrate the start of a new swimming season. This event for the whole family includes clowns with facepainting and balloon characters for the kids as well as a huge outdoor picnic for everyone. You can also shop online at www.hunterspool.com or visit us in the store throughout the summer. Our daily summer hours, effective May 1, are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Give us a call at (203) 269-2183, we’d love to talk with you about how we can serve your swimming pool needs!

Hunter’s Pool Center, Inc. is located at 263 Church Street (Rte. 68) in Wallingford. Hunter’s is a family-owned company that has been growing and serving the community over nearly 50 years. Our expert staff and large showroom offer everything you need for products and services for pools, spas, filters, recreational equipment – and more. Our dynamic business is also an award-winning Ski-Doo dealer and repair shop. Stop by and let us surprise you with everything we do! Pictured from left to right: Alan Hunter, Lee Hunter, Billy Berlepsh, Dan Cwirka, Craig Hunter, Glenn Hunter, Carolyn Pavlick, Kelly Hunter-Johnson and Eileen Hunter. Not pictured: Bob Hunter, Jesse Hunter, Kevin Hunter, Troy Baylow, Armand Menard and dog Scummy.

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Brings Hometown Friendliness, Experience constant for as long as I can remember. Edeen knows customers have a choice, and that’s why he works to offer the highest in integrity, knowledge and value in his services. “Customers now demand a whole lot more than they used to - and that's where I come in. I am happy to help my clients,” Edeen explained. At the end of the day, the real estate practice is unique from other forms of law such as litigation. Real Estate is exciting because it usually always results in happy outcomes. At the end of each closing, we know we’ve helped to parties reach a major goal. I enjoy watching the faces, and hearing the excitement in the voices of young couples as they start their lives in their new homes. Favorable feedback from pleased clients has helped us build our reputation while building a business based on repeat clients and recommendations to others. Most clients come to the practice from referrals, either from other professionals in the field such as Realtors, mortgage brokers and bankers, or from past clients. “It makes me feel good that they are pleased enough with what I've done for them that they send their family and friends to me,” he said. The Law Office of Lars Edeen is a very friendly atmosphere all around with its hands-on approach. It's not confining the way some marble- and leatherbound-style offices can be. “There are no pretenses here, it's a professional office with a rustic hometown feel. We try to make customers feel at ease from the moment they first talk to us on the phone to the final time they step out the door,” Edeen says. “I'm accessible nearly all the time. I speak with clients a lot more than other attorneys may.” For more information about the Law Office of Lars Edeen Jr. call (203) 265-9899 or e-mail to: attorney.edeen@ sbcglobal.net

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The James T. Kay Co., at 766 North Colony Road in Meriden, is a proud part of Meriden’s heritage. The 138-year old company helped to build the industrial Meriden we know today. The James T. Kay Co. does plumbing, heating, air conditioning and industrial piping equipment and services and more; everything from residential faucet changing to multimillion dollar mechanical projects. Pictured from left to right in the first row are: Jan Sibley, Bob Berkmoes, Allan Bassell, Randy Bitinaitis. From left to right in the second row are: Steve Theriault, Ralph Lawless, Jim Libby, Kathi Hall.

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Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

Meriden Hyundai

America’s most fuel efficient car company – & Much More! try, taking over from the Ford Fusion, Honda Accord and other similar vehicles. “It’s the biggest market segment and the one everyone wants to be in,” Doyle explains. “Hyundai really has arrived with this car and some other new models including a brand-new Tucson sport utility for 2010. Everyone who drives it loves it – it’s an amazing vehicle. The products we have out now – many people can’t imagine that they are Hyundai cars. As a dealership, we’re absolutely thrilled to bring these products to our customers because all Hyundai vehicles have come so far.” Our automobiles are at the point where Consumer Reports recommends our entire model line - sedans and sport utility models, including the Santa Fe, Veracruz, Sonata and Elantra. That’s the endorsement that everyone wants. New customers are coming in everyday – people who might not have traditionally shopped for a Hyundai. The Toyota and Honda owners are coming to us now. “We’ve always felt very lucky to be in this town and to have a wonderful bunch of customers who keep coming back,” Doyle said. “While 2009 was the best year we’ve ever had, we’re seeing more of the same this year. We feel extremely fortunate to have such an amazing model lineup and be America’s most fuelefficient car company.” All models are achieving top scores for reliability, fuel economy, performance and safety, which is a top priority for us. In fact, one reason our Elantra is a recommended car

Meriden Hyundai, 318 So. Broad St., is proud to bring you an award-winning combination of reliability, quality and customer service that has built our reputation and kept customers coming back year after year. Pictured are members of our friendly team, from Sales, Service and Parts Departments, who are always ready to help you find the perfect vehicle to meet your needs. Owners Robert Doyle and Tod Moynihan are not pictured. is because it is technologically ahead of many others. Their build quality, safety factors and warranty, along with lower prices than most of the competition out there, make each and every one of our vehicles a great buy. We bring

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In the car business, the product drives the manufacturer’s success. And, for Meriden Hyundai, some of the top-recommended models are grabbing everyone’s attention, from reviewers to consumers. “We just came off our busiest year ever and we’re hoping for the same in 2010,” says Meriden Hyundai Owner Bob Doyle. “The product is what’s driving our business to heights we’ve never dreamed.” In May of 2012, Meriden Hyundai, at 318 South Broad St., celebrates 20 years in business. Today, owners Tod Moynihan and Bob Doyle, couldn’t be happier with the direction the cars have taken overall in quality, fit and finish, safety and affordability. I don’t think we could have envisioned this franchise being so successful and Hyundai being so tuned in to the American market, Doyle said. Most models are designed in California and tested primarily in the United States. The design studio is putting out exactly what the market wants and needs. The biggest news from Meriden Hyundai is the introduction of a brand new Sonata model that was just released. It now appears on the covers of nearly every car magazine on the market. Everyone is touting it as ‘America’s New Best Seller,’ as it edges out the Toyota Camry for the country’s top spot in sales. Resembling a larger Mercedes, this freshly designed Sonata’s styling sets it apart from other cars in the biggest market segment in America. The all-new Sonata is likely to lead in the indus-

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Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

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Expands to 640 Main St., Plantsville Finding the perfect home or property to buy, or getting a fair Real Estate price when you sell can be a great challenge in any market. Where do you go? Who can help? What resources will you need and how will you get them? Who can help you achieve your greatest goals? RE/MAX Professionals is a true leader when it comes to helping you buy or sell Real Estate. And, that’s why Dave Alfano, a Real Estate professional for nearly a decade, joined RE/MAX Professionals last June. Alfano had years of experience as a Southington native, helping clients buy and sell property as a self-based Real Estate Professional. But, when the call came in from the number-one, top-selling Real Estate firm, RE/MAX, he was excited to make the change. RE/MAX Sales Associates help more families buy and sell real estate every year than any other brokerage organization in the world. Today, Alfano sees excellent results from the change. In fact, he says, RE/MAX Professionals offers something different. “It’s like a

whole new company than it was years ago, with a new business model that makes buying, selling, working with clients and agents an instant plan for success,” he says. “The training we offer at this office is exciting as well. New agents as well as seasoned agents will benefit greatly from our training courses, 100 Days to Greatness and Master’s Edge.” If you are an agent ready to dramatically change your way of doing business, and achieve more success, then you should consider all we offer, including online training available 24/7. RE/MAX agents average more sales than any other real estate company. RE/MAX has spent billions of dollars over the years promoting our agents. As an agent with RE/MAX Professionals, you have the independence and choice to be the best that you can be, because we provide you with the latest and best cutting edge technology and tools to do business in today’s ever-changing and complex real estate market. We bring you top name recognition, high compensation plans, schedule flexibility and

work-from-home options, free leads through the Lead Street program that features nearly 2 million visitors monthly – and so much more. To clients, we take pride in offering the very best agents and services in the industry. We have certified luxury specialists in house, accredited buyer representatives, certified short sale specialists, and a huge host of resources to offer our clients, going above and beyond to achieve complete client satisfaction. In addition to our experience in residential, condominium and multi-family home buying and selling, we also offer our clients a vast array of resources through our solid connections to all kinds of professionals, ranging from attorneys, mortgage companies and handyman services, to trade workers, contractors – and more. We take pride in assisting our customers through every step of the way as they buy and sell Real Estate. We are also happy to announce that our office is moving to a new location in May. Visit us at 640 Main Street in Plantsville!

We would like to extend a huge thanks to our clients, family and friends for all of their continued support, which has helped us make this business a success and has helped us to grow, expanding to meet the needs of our clients through the next decade – and beyond. Client satisfaction is our top priority – and it shows by the recommendations many of them offer, such as this: “About a year ago I decided to put my condo on the market. I was a bit nervous at the time because this was the first property I have sold. However, after contacting and meeting with Dave Alfano all my concerns about the process were eliminated,” says Mark Perugini. “Dave demonstrated tremendous professionalism and knowledge of the industry and local marketplace. Throughout the entire process, Dave’s service and attention to my needs was exceptional. When it is time for me to either buy or sell a property, Dave Alfano will be the first person I contact.” RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS provides a wide range of real estate services and utilizes

RE/MAX Professionals, locally based at 640 Main St. in Plantsville, helps more families buy and sell real estate than any other brokerage company in the world. We take pride in offering the very best agents and services in the industry. Call (860) 426-9268 today to learn how you can become a RE/MAX Professional, or for more information on how we can help you in buying or selling property. Pictured from left to right: Dave Alfano, Heather Fitzgerald, Stephanie Leavitt, Sue Mikosz, Greg Angelillo. Seated, from left to right: Heidi Matusik and Maria Gaudet. the most current technology, processes and systems to assist you with all of your home buying and home selling needs. Whether you are new to the market or an experienced investor, let our expertise, proven track record, and resources help you achieve your real estate goals. If you’re interested in a

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Tomassetti Distributors Helps Us Hydrate – and Stay Snack Fortified! tion on Cambridge Avenue. “We supply products to customers from Darien to Enfield, Torrington to Willimantic – all parts of the state,” said Dan Tomassetti. The company was started in 1940 by Alfred Tomassetti and the current owners’ uncle, Edward Tomassetti. Back then the beverages and snacks delivered were much different. Initially it was just a bottler of Canada Dry products. “We actually bottled and distributed the products in parts of New Haven County,” he explained. “As time went on, we added more non-soda drinks. Now we’re going into snack foods also, like Deep River Snacks. We’re looking to add other snack foods as well.” The business has evolved from having to manufacture

its own products to sell, to taking products from big bottlers who truck them in and then distributing them. Changing to meet the demands of customers, and providing quality, prompt service have been key to the company’s longevity. Deep River Snacks, an Old Lymebased company that was started in 2001, recently added Tomassetti, the former Canada Dry Bottling Co. of Meriden, to carry its products. It’s founder, Jim Goldberg, wanted to sell natural products that feature innovative flavor combinations. His potato chips include Asian sweet and spicy flavor, sweet Maui onion, and mesquite barbecue. Cheddar popcorn and baked fries are also available by Deep River Snacks. Among the drinks you can

find on a Tomassetti truck in New Haven County, are: Snapple Beverages, Stewart’s Root Beer, Nantucket Nectars, Nesquick and Canada Dry products. The company has been in the family since it was founded, with Dan and Tony taking over in 1984. Although 2009 was marked by a down economy, Tomassetti says things are starting to pick up.

“I see signs of things turning around,” he said. “The retailers’ mood seems more positive now.” Tomassetti Distributors sells to everyone from WalMart to Stop & Shop, to small mom and pop delis and anywhere else that serves soft drinks or has a vending machine. Business has mostly been by word of mouth. “Today we handle over 300 different

items that we sell, between soft drinks and snacks,” he explained. You have to have a knack for knowing what sells best at what time of year.” It’s a year-round business. People drink soft drinks and eat snack foods everyday – 365 days a year. For more information, call Tomassetti Distributors at (203) 235-5751.

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Business & Industry – Friday, May 7, 2010

Ulbrich Stainless Steels

The Legacy Continues: Values as Ingredients for Success From home computers and cell phones to automobiles, solar panels and even the space shuttle – Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals is known worldwide for delivering precision metals. Founded in 1924, this fourth generation, familyowned company with local operations in Wallingford and North Haven, has experienced very nice growth through the years. While delivering precision metals is integral to their success, so is “The Ulbrich Way” – which speaks to how they conduct business. The core values that helped steer Ulbrich’s success through the years will continue to play an important role in their future. Ulbrich’s values are the qualities they believe are worthwhile, representing their top priorities and deepest beliefs. They are: • Total Quality Commitment • Partnerships with Stakeholders

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worked. It’s a wonderful, supportive culture, which is very unique in this day and age. Treating employees with respect and dignity facilitates employee performance that exceeds expectations. Employees who feel good about their work environment are motivated to make great products. Ulbrich has a legacy of producing high quality products that meet its customers’ rigid standards. “We provide metals for a variety of industries, from medical and nuclear to automotive and solar. We can deliver to very demanding and stringent standards. This is how we have earned our customers’ trust and their business, and it is how we were able to grow,” he said. Ulbrich products, which include more than 140 different alloys in forms that include strip, foil, wire, bar, sheet and more, are the result of many years of metallurgical development. They offer

Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, is a fourth generation family-owned company that has built a solid reputation worldwide for delivering precision metals. The key to our success is our long-term commitment to core company values, or, “The Ulbrich Way”. Pictured from left to right in the front row: Barbara Palumbo, LauriAnne DeMartino, Peter Dattilo, Leslie Pierce, Paul Vincent and Gerard Sullivan. Pictured from left to right in the back row: Marty Edwards, Bruce Yonoski, Gabriel Rodriguez and Billie Keene. properties that go well beyond those of ordinary metals. “We are always adding new equipment and technologies, expanding our quality assurance systems and working to make our products the very best,” says Board Chairman Fred C. Ulbrich, Jr. “This is how we maintain our competitive advantage. “ Many of Ulbrich’s customers demand stainless steel, nickel alloy and titanium alloy for high performance applications, which means it must produce materials to the strictest specifications. The company’s six locations in North America work to supply forms of stainless steel

and special metals. Ulbrich supplies metals with extremely close tolerances and to dimensions that are five times thinner than your hair. Ulbrich provides the metal and their customers make the parts for products that we use everyday. As an international company, Ulbrich still takes pride in being able to keep in touch with its hometown roots. The company remembers where it came from as it continues to grow through acquisition and expansion. Doing business “The Ulbrich Way” makes the company unique. From suppliers to employees, Ulbrich treats everyone with the high-

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Villa Capri

Hard Work, Strong Family Values Bring Villa Capri to Celebrate 50th Anniversary Villa Capri, This year the Villa Capri celebrates its 50th year as a multi-room, multi purpose facility for special events. The Villa Capri boasts a rich tradition and banquet rooms serving groups of 50 to 400. Pictured is the sunny exterior of the Villa Capri, 906 North Colony Road in Wallingford. Now is the time to book your event. Start by visiting us online at www.VillaCapri.com, or calling (203) 265-7174.

ding giveaway, and is featuring a special wedding package – call for more information. “My dad believed in good food, big portions and taking care of his customers," Gina said. “It’s important to take care of your customers. We’re very customer service oriented. That’s part of having a successful business. Taking care of them and making them feel at home is what my dad always did and part of the values he gave to us.” In 1991, George Mesite finally achieved one of his top goals - buying his biggest competitor along Route 5, the Yankee Silversmith Inn. And, although the business closed after being damaged in a fire in 2007 shortly before George Mesite's death, the family seems to have managed to turn that downturn into an opportunity as well. The local zoning commission approved the family’s plans to build the state’s first location of the Sonic Drive-In fast-food chain on the site of the former Yankee Silversmith Inn. If all goes to plan, the eatery would open by mid-summer. “I don’t know if it’s what my Dad taught us or what, but we’re always looking for a new project and this happens to be it,” Gina said. “Everyone seems to be pretty excited about it, so we’re happy about that.” We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our loyal friends, customers, former and current employees for their continued support over the past 50 years. We could not have done it without you. We look forward to giving you the same exceptional service for many years to come. Thank You! Learn more about Villa Capri by visiting us online at www.VillaCapri.com, or calling (203) 265-7174.

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The first time I saw my father really having fun he was doing the chicken dance at the Villa Capri restaurant and banquet facility at 906 North Colony Road in Wallingford. The story of the great time our family had at that wedding is still told many years later. Our family wasn’t unique. (– B&I writer). This year Villa Capri celebrates 50 years of making amazing lifelong memories for groups from 50 to 400 guests who have gathered there for events that range from weddings and proms to birthdays, anniversaries – you name it. One thing they all have in common is the fantastic times they’ve had – all at the elegant Villa Capri. Some may say that staying in business for a half a century is rare. It’s truly extraordinary that the business has been owned by the same family and operated at the same location. George and Rosalie Mesite opened Villa Capri in June of 1960, and it has remained in the family ever since. “There was nothing on the road at the time,” Rosalie Mesite said. “It was just an empty road.” George Mesite, an Italian immigrant, had owned the Venice Restaurant in Meriden before he opened the Capri at 728 N. Colony Road. He later opened the Villa Capri at 906 N. Colony Road because of the building's size and location. The move helped the business to thrive. As development along Route 5 increased, so did the Mesite family's success. “My dad started the business, Villa Capri. He basically came over from Italy with a strong work ethic and an innate business sense. He had the drive to succeed, and he wanted to provide for his family,” said Gina, one of George and Rosalie Mesite’s four children. “That’s what kept him going and he instilled those values in all of us.” George Mesite died at the age of 77 in October 2007. Today his four grown children, Mark, Ralph, Gina and Robert, are proud to run Villa Capri as they continue to grow the family’s businesses, which include properties as far away as Florida and Italy. Villa Capri’s success is mostly due to the exceptional customer service the Mesite family is committed to providing. In celebration of its 50th year, the Mesite family sponsored a complete wed-

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Four Suzio trucks take part in a mass concrete pour which required two pumps to place material for a tower pier foundation of the bridges mainstay.

Supplying the Ready-Mixed Concrete on the new “Q” Bridge, in New Haven, CT began in March 2009. The L. Suzio Concrete Co. has been featured in each phase of the project. Suzio has been batching the sophisticated mixes required for the Job. When it’s done, the result will be a 10 lane structure that is a combination of a concrete box girder and a cable stayed bridge. The first of its kind constructed in the country. One of many columns being poured by a Suzio mixer, beside the original Q Bridge which will eventually be demolished.

Suzio Mixers discharge specially designed high strength concrete for “hammerheads” upon which the new bridge deck will lay.

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A new Gateway Community College has begun construction in downtown New Haven and Suzio has been pouring the foundation since the project began in February.

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