be ready to dance

Citizen report

North Haven's free concert series, Music Under the Stars, takes place Tuesday nights, 7 p.m., on the town green. On July 25, The Signature Band takes the stage with a set described as “decades of dance.” The group’s Facebook page says it brings “ an amazing range of crowd pleasing material for any event.”

The remaining concert lineup for 2023: Tuesday, Aug. 1: American Honey (modern country); Tuesday, Aug. 8: Jukebox 45

Look Who Came To Town

July 15, the Christmas spirit was in the air at the North Haven fairgrounds as locals gathered for some shopping and an early visit from Santa Claus. The Christmas in July craft show featured pet goods, jewelry, handcrafted items, and much more. The event included activities for children and a Touch-aTruck area. Also, St. Nick stopped by and promised to return to the fairgrounds for the Nov. 25 Winterfest craft show.

Showband (oldies from the 50s and 60s); Tuesday, Aug. 15: Raise Your Hands (Bon Jovi tribute);

Tuesday, Aug. 22: Avenue Groove (rhythm & blues/funk); Tuesday, Aug. 29: Worlds Apart (Journey tribute); Tuesday, Sept. 5: Primetime (party band).

Parking is available at the Town Hall Annex and town pool lots.

If weather is a concern, call the Recreation Center Info-Line after 5 p.m. at 203-672-0541. In rare cases, concerts will take place at North Haven Middle School.

NHFD: Don’t be caught off guard this hurricane season

Press Release

Chief Paul Januszewski and the North Haven Fire Department wish to share guidance on hurricane awareness and preparedness. June 1 marked the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs through Nov. 30. And, recognizing the importance of preparing for the impact of extreme weather, the National Weather Service declared July 10-14 Hurricane Preparedness Week in Southern New England.

Most hurricanes and tropical storms that impact New England occur during late August and September, and residents are encouraged to prepare early.

Hurricanes can bring many types of wind and water hazards, including storm surges, strong winds and flooding. The Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency offer several tips to help residents better prepare for extreme weather.

See Hurricane season, A6

North Haven Camera Club

The North Haven Camera Club season runs from September to June, and new members are always welcome. The club has beginner, intermediate and Master levels, allowing members to learn photography and participate at their own pace. If you're interested in photography and want to sharpen your skills, visit northhavencameraclub.com or email northhavencameraclub@ gmail.com.

Beautification Awards

The North Haven Garden Club Civic Committee invites the public to nominate properties to be considered for its annual Beautification Awards (the property can be your own). The club will be looking for gardens, primarily in the front of a property, demonstrating: color coordination, organization, design and plant arrangement. Email dsch59@aol.com or camoo67@gmail.com.

Tip line

In response to growing statewide complaints of a spike in so-called street takeover events, the FBI rolled out a tip line for residents to report instances of mass gatherings in parking lots and roadways. Residents looking to report a street takeover are encouraged to call 1-800-CALL-FBI and select the “Connecticut Street Takeovers” option from an operator or visit the website fbi.gov/cttakeovertips.

La Leche League

La Leche League of Hamden/North Haven meets the second Wednesday of the month at Grace & St. Peter’s

Church, 2927 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. RSVP to Anne.M@ LLLCT.org. Attendees from all towns in the greater New Haven area are welcome.

Mentoring

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut is an affiliate of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, the 119-year-old national youth mentoring organization. Learn more visiting ctbigs.org.

Preservation CT

Preservation Connecticut is a statewide nonprofit historic preservation organization, established in 1975 by a Special Act of the Connecticut General Assembly as the Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation. For over four decades, Preservation Connecticut has championed the protection of community assets all over the state. For more information, visit preservationct.org.

Marines sought

The Marine Corps League, Hardware City Detachment, New Britain CT is actively looking for new members. You do not have to live in New Britain to be a member. The Hardware City Detachment regularly supports local veterans and their families in need, and participates in many local celebrations and remembrances. The Hardware City Detachment meets the first Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m., at the Berlin VFW, 152 Massirio Dr. For more information, contact Sal V. Sena Sr. (860-6146188, 4mermarine69@ gmail.com) or Al Urso (860747-0677, alurso@cox.net).

Renters rebate

State law provides a reimbursement program for Connecticut renters who are el- derly or totally disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits.

Persons renting an apartment or room or living in cooperative housing, or a mobile home may be eligible for this program. Applications are accepted through Oct. 1. Visit portal.ct.gov/ OPM.

Wreath-laying

Wreaths Across America is a nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. The group’s mission – Remember, Honor, Teach – is carried out in part each year by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies in December at Arlington, as well as at thousands of veterans’ cemeteries and other locations in all 50 states and beyond. For more information on how to volunteer locally or sponsor a wreath, visit wreathsacrossamerica.org.

Food bank

The North Haven Community Services Food Bank has a constant need for: mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, coffee, tea, tuna, soup, Chef Boyardee products, instant mashed potatoes, cookies, crackers, macaroni and cheese, protein and granola bars, trail mix, nuts, jerky, peanut butter and graham crackers, dried fruit, fruit