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Volume 23, Number 52

The Rockfall Foundation: Environmental stewards By Bronwyn Commins Special to Town Times

On a recent Saturday, I awoke at 1 a.m. to learn that one of my best friends had lost his job. The arthouse theater at which he worked was closing. We all have stories like this. We know someone who will suffer financial losses, or we have elderly relatives about

whom we are concerned, and there seems to be no respite from the grief of it all. As you might have guessed, it is not found by watching CNN, or checking the stock market, or lamenting the fact that you did not buy more toilet paper when you could have. It is in getting outside to be with other people. Yes, I said it: with other people.

The mission of this foundation is to promote and support environmental education and conservation in the Lower Connecticut River Valley.

Wadsworth Falls, meeting location for the Rockfall Foundation’s latest work party.

According to its mission: “We envision a healthy and happy quality of life for all, achieved through wise environmental stewardship, planning, and environmen-

Seasoned therapist settles in at Red Barn By Everett Bishop Town Times

When it comes to therapy, Michelle Pellin has embraced a jack of all trades approach, offering a range of options to her clients.

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At this dark time, we still long for ways to stay connected, and that longing is eased through the great work of groups such as the Rockfall Foundation.

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Volunteer Robb Evans at Wadsworth Falls. Photos by Bronwyn Commins

tal education, and the experience of a meaningful connection with nature now and for future generations.” Recently, I ventured out with this amazing team and spent two hours helping to clear invasive plants from Rockfall Forest, the land behind Wadsworth Park. It is an See Rockfall, A11

Heading into her second year at the Red Barn, Pellin has been in the field since 2011 when she started as a social worker. After receiving her license in 2014, Pellin waited a few years before striking out on her own and opening her practice in Durham in September 2018. The Red Barn in Durham, New Earth Holistic Therapies and Art Center, 352 Main St., provides a wide range of therapeutic services, including practices such as psychotherapy, hypnosis, meditation and Reiki. The center also has classes geared toward healthy living, as well as musical performances. A salt cave,

Michelle Pellin stands in the lobby of her office inside the lower level of the Red Barn in Durham.

aroma therapy and massage therapy are just a few of the options available. Customer Ann Bouchard described the Red Barn as “a one stop shop for health and wellness.” “I’m really happy to be where I am, it’s completely changed my life,” Pellin said. “There’s such a network See Therapist, A11

Gov. Lamont orders all schools remain closed until April 20 By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff

“The extended period of ‘inschool class cancellations’ is consistent with the longer Gov. Ned Lamont said Mon- term closures the federal day he is ordering all schools CDC suggested could take to remain closed until at place,” Peter Yazbak said in least April 20 instead of the an e-mail. original order to close until School leaders continue to March 31. The extension is fine tune their remote learnwithin with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ing programs during the closure. guidelines, said a spokesman for the state De- “It appears the governor will partment of Education.

now keep schools closed until at least April 20th,” said Meriden Superintendent of Schools Mark Benigni. “MPS will continue to provide distance learning for all of our students. I am so proud of our students, staff and families. They have truly embraced distance learning and they are making the most of a challenging situation.”

Lamont announced Tuesday that the number of infections across the state jumped by more than 200 since Monday, to a total of more than 600 positive cases. Twelve patients had died as of Tuesday. Two cases have been confirmed in Meriden, three cases in Southington, two in Berlin and one in Plainville.

The largest number of COVID-19 cases in Connecticut continue to be in Fairfield County. The worst is yet to come, according to state epidemiologist Dr. Matthew Cartter. He said he believes there are likely thousands in Connecticut who have COVID19 and either aren't showing See Schools, A11

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Absentee balloting: The Presidential Preference Primary has been rescheduled to June 2, 2020. If you have already mailed in your absentee ballot application you do not need to send in another; we will use the application on hand.

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“The following offices have modified operations to appointment-only for essential services: Town Hall, Community Center, Public Works. Please call the department with which you

“In response to the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) and to help reduce spread of the virus and protect our residents, especially the most vulnerable, the town has closed and cancelled programs and activities: Community Center - closed to non-government-related organizations and activities; Senior Center - all activities, including in-house senior lunches (box lunches will be available for pickup Monday,

“Remember, health officials recommend social distancing as the most effective course of action to combat

A message from Edward Bailey

Wednesday and Friday by calling Sue D’Orvilliers, 860349-7112, by 12 p.m. the day before); all Park and Recreation activities; Durham Middlefield Youth and Family Services activities.

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”The Town of Durham is taking an active role in overseeing the local response to the COVID-19 health emergency. Policies have been made regarding local governmental operations, closures and more with guidance from our state and federal partners. A dedicated page has been created on our website, townofdurhamct.org/coronavirus, to centralize the information. You can also sign up for GovCast emails on the website.

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Library, youth and family services are here for you The Durham Public Library is closed to the public. All programs are canceled through April 30. We will reopen when it is safe to do so. During this closure, the following services will remain available: Library staff will be available via email from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. While we will not be in the building to answer the phones, leave us a message and we will return your call.

crafts classes at durhamlibrary.org/digital-resources/. The library’s free wifi can be accessed from most locations in the parking lot. We encourage patrons who need wifi access to park and access the wifi from their vehicle. No password is required. If you do not have a library card but would like to access our digital services, call or email the library and we will get back to you with a temporary card number. The following services are no longer available:

We have extended the due date on items that are currently checked out until May 1.

The curbside pickup service has been discontinued. No holds will be filled until the library reopens.

We will continue to offer a wide array of digital resources, including books, audiobooks, music, streaming movies and television, digital subscriptions to newspapers and magazines, and streaming arts and

The book drop is closed. Please hold materials until the library reopens. All fines accrued on overdue materials will be waived.

tion change. Please check the library website and follow us on social media for updates. In the meantime, please stay healthy and safe!

ways. To help our community, DMLWC has added a page of resources to our website, dmlwc.org, and is updating social media daily. Resources on our website range from mental health resources, addiction resources, how to talk to your kids, state resources and much more.

From Durham Middlefield Youth and Family Services: The stress and anxiety of the COVID-19 outbreak is impacting everyone in various

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Looks like snowy fun will have to wait until next year Dear Diana,

She’s quite a gal, and so much fun. We have always been like ships passing in the night. I would be on my way out when she was on her way in. Sometimes there is a bit of an overlap, though, and we get to spend a bit more time together. And last year, in the overlap, something of a fire got lit. I am smitten!

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So I’m back now, all mellow and rested, and I see that you enjoyed your vacation from me. So we are all in a good place now.

And remember, dear girl, how long, long ago (yes, I am talking about your youth), I was your favorite season. You played in my snow all day. You built snowmen and forts and you had snowball fights and you went sledding and ice skating, and you were so happy to get a day off from school. You were madly in love with me then.

I miss your adoration! So how about this? Next winter, when I am planning to stick around (I’ve used up all my frequent flyer miles), go ahead and make a snowman. I think it might make you fall back in love with me again, just a little. Here’s looking at you, kid!

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tion in the Bahamas. Lovely it was, too. And I really behaved myself. No cold winds and no snow, of course, as those good people would not know what to do with such things. I lounged on the beach and had drinks with little umbrellas in them.

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5 tips for good hygiene, including DIY hand sanitizer By Kristen Dearborn Special to Record-Journal

and behavioral changes can help keep you and your family healthy.

Given the demand for personal care products, such as 1. Make your own sanitizers and wipes, these items have disappeared from hand sanitizer store shelves at an alarming The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say rate. hand sanitizers should conHowever, there are many vi- tain at least 60% alcohol. able alternatives to sustain Effective DIY hand sanitizers hygienic practices and precan be made with 2/3 of a vent the spread of germs. cup of alcohol, with concenSimple homemade products trations ranging from 60-99

percent, and 1/3 cup aloe vera. If you use a solution with a higher alcohol content, such as rubbing alcohol, you should include a small dose of water. Mix the solution together and store in an easily dispensable container. Make sure to avoid contact with the eyes and do not consume this product.

Use sanitizers to supplement regular hand washing, not in place of hand washing.

2. Follow specific instructions When making your own hand sanitizers or alcohol wipes, it is important to follow specific instructions. If the ratio of alcohol to aloe and water is not correct this can impact the effectiveness of the solution.

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State colleges, universities to refund room and board

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State universities are working on refunds for on-campus students who were ordered off campus earlier this month. State officials are processing the refunds for unused room and board payments. They hope to have them sent to students’ accounts after next week. “We understand that these housing refunds are important monetary sources

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WETHERSFIELD — Swamped with more than 100,000 new unemployment claims in the past week due to COVID-19 closings, the Department of Labor’s average time to process a claim has jumped from no more than three days to at least

“No department of labor throughout the country has ever seen these types of numbers,” said Deputy Commissioner Daryle Dudzinski, who has overseen unemployment claims in Connecticut during much of his 27 years as a state DOL employee.

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Kurt Westby, the labor commissioner, said nothing compares, not even the Great Recession of 2008, when the state lost 120,000 jobs in a slowly building economic disaster. Unemployment rose from 4.3% in mid-2007 to a peak of 9.3% by the end of 2010.

The state Department of Labor ceased issuing daily updates on new claims Tuesday, a move officials attributed to a request from the Trump administration and the difficulty of quickly producing accurate numSee Claims, A12

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4. Take your shoes off at the door Upon entering your house, take your shoes off at the door. Have a designated spot where household members and visitors can

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5. Keep your distance Social distancing is a public health measure designed to prevent the spread of illness by limiting the physical closeness of individuals. For the time being, keep greeting exchanges verbal and avoid shaking hands with others.

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event known as the invasive plants work party. Don’t worry: we kept our social distancing intact. This is a different kind of party. I will confess that I felt a bit out of place in this assignment. My hiking is more leisurely than intensive these days, and my knowledge of plants is lacking, but thanks to the guidance of board member and volunteer Jen Parmalee Huddleston and executive director Tony Marino, my confidence was in place. Tony Marino, executive director of The Rockfall Foundation, speaks to volunteers at Wadsworth Falls.

save all of the starfish, but for the ones you do, it matters. Despite our tenacity,

One of my favorite expressions – “Many hands make light work” – was complemented with a volunteer’s reference to The Starfish Story. Remember The Starfish Story? You can’t

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The quest for identity and understanding also comes up in Pellin’s other fields of expertise, particularly with those who might be witnessing a “spiritual awakening.” In these cases, she will bring her services into the community along with other resources available at the Red Barn.

“I love it. It would be boring to see the same type of clientele all day long. It’s challenging for me to have the variety,” she said.

It's hard to leave the house right now. You are trying to stay well, work from home, and be with your children, but you know what you can do?

Pellin focuses on an “open and affirming” tactic with her clients: rather than dictating to them how they should live. She explains that she strives to teach and learn from her clientele when possible.

One of the biggest challenges in her work is helping people feel they are understood, especially clients who have experienced brain injury.

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Westby said the state’s unemployment trust fund has about $650 million, enough to last a few months. The state will have to borrow from the federal government to meet the additional demands, as it did during the Great Recession. Laid off workers in Connecticut should file online at filectui.com. Opening a new claim can be done around the clock, while hours are limited for filing a weekly claim. Filers are encouraged to provide banking information to allow direct deposit of benefits.

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Bella Feest, a Central Connecticut State University student and a Southington resident, was glad to hear about the refund and said it would help her.

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Swimming Lessons • Rock Wall Tennis • Sports • Arts & Crafts • Gaga Mini Golf • Cooking • Warrior Course Martial Arts & So Much More!

CAMPERS!

Breakfast, Lunch & Snacks included!

Transportation is included. Bus stops all over CT!

Family owned since 1954

43 Candee Road, Prospect, CT 06712 228658

Call: 203-387-2267 • Email: Info@Holidayhilldaycamp.com