Clam chowder recipe wins ‘Soup-Off’

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United Churches of Durham would like to thank Middlefield Federated Church and everyone from the community who participated in Sunday’s “Soup-Off.” Members of both churches prepared soups to be judged in a race for the “Golden Ladle Award.” This year, the honor goes to Anne Malcolm for her clam chowder.

More than 15 soups were prepared for tasting. In addition to soups, guests were treated to various breads, many of which were donated by The Durham Market and Lino’s. Coffee and dessert were also served.

Organized by the Women’s Society for Christian Service and its president, Christy Dlugolenski, the “Soup-Off” is an annual tradition at United Churches.

Please & Thank you.

For an entrance fee of $7, members of the community were invited to sample soups and vote for their favorite at the annual United Churches of Durham/ Middlefield Federated Church “Soup-Off.”

Kindergarten

Parents/guardians of children living in Durham and Middlefield who will be 5 years old on or before Jan. 1, 2024 must register to attend kindergarten in the fall of 2023 or apply for a waiver of attendance. In Regional School District 13, children may attend kindergarten at Brewster School or John Lyman School. Both schools will post detailed information about kindergarten on their respective websites. The school choice decision for kindergarten needs to be made by Friday, March 10.

School Notes Scholarships

Parents/guardians of an eligible kindergarten child who wish to hold their child out of school for another year must sign a waiver of attendance at the Office of the Superintendent.

Locals in college

Coastal College, Conway, S.C., named Kenneth MacKenzie of Rockfall to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

Emerson College, Boston, Mass., named Rebecca Tobin of Durham to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), Rochester, N.Y., named Derek Labasi of Durham and Lune Kalinoswki of Middlefield to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

Roger Williams University, Bristol, R.I., named Sam Castiglia and Noah Shoudy, both of Durham, to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

St. Lawrence University, Canton, N.Y., named Natalie Davis of Middlefield to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

Vocal Chords

The Executive Board of the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords is requesting applications for its annual scholarships to be awarded to students from Middlesex County pursuing a career in nursing or music. The $1,000 scholarships will be paid directly to the recipients at the Vocal Chords’ Spring Concert. Applications are available at school guidance offices and by calling Dianne at 860-344-0743. Application deadline is Friday, March 24. Visit vocalchords20.org for more information.

Rockfall Foundation

Brownstone

The Virginia R. Rollefson Environmental Leadership Scholarship, offered by The Rockfall Foundation since 2018, recognizes outstanding contributions by a high school senior residing in the Lower Connecticut River Valley for carrying out a program, project, or activity that benefits preservation, conservation, restoration or environmental education.One $1,000 scholarship is awarded yearly to a student who demonstrates leadership and initiative. Applications must be submitted by Thursday, March 30. For full details about the Virginia R. Rollefson Environmental Leadership Scholarship, visit rockfallfoundation.org.

CRHS scholarship

The Coginchaug High School Scholarship Fund will accept applications through Wednesday, March 22 at 2 p.m. All graduating seniors are encouraged to complete an application, which will be posted on Naviance. The committee can be reached at crhsscholarshipfund@gmail.com.

Volunteer

The Middlefield Fire Department seeks volunteers age 18-plus. No experience is required; the department provides the necessary training. To maintain active membership, volunteers have to attend weekly drill and respond to at least one call for service each week. To learn more, visit middlefieldfirect.org, email info@middlefieldfirect.org or stop by the firehouse Mondays before 7 p.m. The department also has an Explorer program for youth age 14 to 18.

Golf classic

The Cove Kids Classic is scheduled for Friday, May 5 at Lyman Orchards Golf Club. For player/sponsor details, visit covect.org/thecove-kids-classic.

Raccoon Club

The New Haven Raccoon Club, 853 New Haven Road, Durham, will host its annual ham shoot/youth .22 shoot Sunday, March 26 starting at 9 a.m. Try your luck at winning a ham for Easter dinner. Refreshments will be available.

Open house

Wesleyan University has scheduled a Archaeology and Collections open house Saturday, March 4, 2 to 4 p.m., at the Exley Science Center (third/fourth floor). Explore archaeological artifacts, fossils, bones and more.

Wellness expo

Exhibitors and speakers are sought for the 10th Bi-Annual Passport to Health & Wellness Expo, which will be held April 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at The Bristol DoubleTree by Hilton. Also, vendors are sought for expos which will take place May 21 and Sept. 17 at the VFW in Plainville. Contact Shirley Bloethe at 860-989-0033 or yourholisticevents@ gmail.com, or visit yourholisticevents.com.

Everyone Outside

Everyone Outside’s afterschool Nature Explorers program meets Thursdays at Memorial School. Youngsters in grades 3 through 6 enjoy some outdoor fun at Wadsworth Falls State Park and the Rockfall Forest.

Everyone Outside also offers a program for girls in grades

2 through 4 on Tuesdays at Wadsworth Mansion. Visit EveryoneOutside.org, or email Lucy@EveryoneOutside.org.

Compost program

Participate in the Coginchaug Area Transition compost program.

Compost kits ($25) and extra bags ($3) are available at the Middlefield Building Office in the Community Center and at the Durham First Selectman’s office in Town Hall. For further information, email carolbufithis@ gmail.com.

Cookie season

For the second year in a row, William Raveis realtor Debbie Huscher will purchase two boxes of cookies from local Girl Scouts who reach out to her. The treats will be donated to the Durham and Middlefield food pantries.

Huscher can be reached at debbie.huscher@raveis.com.

Help wanted

Join a wonderful and dedicated group of people a few hours a week to help care for homeless cats at Cat Tales’ main shelter. Must be age 15-plus or be accompanied by a parent/guardian. The volunteer application can be found at cattalesct.org. For more information, email: info@cattalesct.org.

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