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Volume 26, Number 13
Friday, June 26, 2020
BOE ELECTION TUESDAY
Curb-side voting will get a test run Curb-side voting for the RSD13 Board of Education will take place Tuesday, June 30, 4 to 8 p.m., at Korn School, 144 Pickett Lane, Durham. Absentee ballots are available upon request from the Town Clerk’s Office. A sample ballot is available at townofdurhamct.org. The Town of Durham urges residents to follow signage when voting curbside.
From Maiden Lane or Pickett Lane, enter Korn School at the south entrance of Korn. Stay in line. Stay in car. Do not pass. There's a 5 MPH speed limit. Drive into the Voter Circle Queue around cones to the 1st Checker Station. At the Checker Station, put car in park. Have your ID See BOE, A5
Graduation plan updated; more attendees allowed By Sean Krofssik Record-Journal staff
New state guidelines that will allow larger gatherings is good news for the Coginchaug Regional High School Class of 2020 and their families.
tion set for July 31 will allow a 250-person gathering.
“On July 31st, we are now planning to host a graduation ceremony so that immediate family members can be in attendance for the event,” Falcone Coginchaug principal Bri- said. “Our 124 graduates an Falcone send out word will be present for the enThursday night, June 18, to tire ceremony, but parents the school’s seniors and will attend in two phases.” parents that the gradua-
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A Rally for Racial Equity and Love took place in front of the Community Center in Middlefield on June 4.
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In wake of George Floyd killing, protestors take to the streets Record-Journal staff
The May 25 death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man, at the hands of the Minneapolis Police Department has sparked nationwide protests. Across the U.S. – and right in our own backyard – citizens have taken to the streets to show support for the Black Lives Matter movement and to stand against racism. In Middlefield, on June 4, a Rally for Racial Equity and Love took place in front of the Community Center.
“This was arranged by town resident Anne Koba and was attended, I would say, by 65 people,” Middlefield First Selectman Ed Bailey said. “Social distancing was observed at the event. Pastor Rebekah Forni of Middlefield Federated Church spoke and read a reading from the Bible. “The event was very peaceful, some people held signs.” Bailey spoke at the gathering, echoing much of a joint statement that he, Durham First Selectman Laura Francis and Regional School Dis-
trict 13 Superintendent Kathryn Serino released earlier this month. “Our message conveys our strong and unwavering commitment to peace and unity in our schools and towns and our outrage and lack of tolerance for racism and violence, including the actions that led to the killing of George Floyd,” the statement reads. “Our stance is grounded in what is right, what it means to be human, what it means to protect human rights. Racism is a huSee Protestors, A27
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Letters to the Editor Experienced hands Editor : I am supporting Christine Geraci, Norm Hicks and Bob Moore for RSD13 Board of Education. They not only have the right backgrounds and involvement with the school system, they also have represented Durham exceedingly well in support of our regional school system. They are earnest, topquality individuals and hold the greatest concern for the well-being of our children and taxpayers. We are facing so many unknowns here and abroad. I want experienced hands guiding our school system. Martin W. Anderson, Durham
Honored to serve Editor : For the past three years, I have had the privilege of serving on the RSD13 BOE and, boy, what a rollercoaster it has been! Prior to the current pandemic, the BOE was already in the midst of major changes, and now, with these uncertain times, we need experience more than ever. Therefore, it is my honor to be nominated to run for another term. With over 15 years of financial and accounting experience, as well as being a wife, and mother of twin girls, I value our community and want to make a difference. When I was first elected, one of my goals was to represent our special needs children, and I will continue to advocate for students of all abilities.
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It’s not easy dedicating countless hours and trying to find compromises to please all taxpayers of Durham and Middlefield. However, I assure you that I will listen and keep an open mind. We need to during a time like this. Please go out and vote for Geraci, Hicks and Moore on Tuesday, June 30. Christine Geraci, Durham
New ideas needed Editor : I am pleased to have been nominated for a seat on the RSD13 Board of Education. I served on the BOE from July 2016 through June 2019, and respectfully request Durham voters put me back on the board. I respect the Town Times' 300-word limit, but for the breadth and depth of RSD13's challenges – past, present and future – 300 words is insufficient. I have laid some thoughts out online at augur.altervista.org/ psaforboe.html. I was happy to see two new faces nominated as well. I think Jay Stone's background serving our country and our community and Kirstin Olszewski's finger-on-the-pulse of the local real estate market and what is (and isn't) attracting people to town, would be two fresh perspectives I would welcome to the BOE. They've got my vote! Phil Augur See Letters, A3 Executive VP & Publisher — Liz White Notarangelo News Editor — Nick Carroll Assistant News Editor — Olivia Lawrence News reporter — Everett Bishop Senior VP and Editor — Ralph Tomaselli Vice President of Advertising — Jim Mizener
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Essential lives Editor : I am responding to Mr. Tuttle’s June 12 Letter to the Editor, specifically about his view of the phrase “Black Lives Matter.”
No training needed Editor : This fall students and teachers will return to an educational landscape that no one could have imagined. It is when faced with these unique and pressing challenges that it becomes important to rely on experience to guide us through. That is why I encourage all those in Durham to vote for Christine Geraci, Norm Hicks and Bob Moore to represent us on the Board of Education. I feel that these are the best possible candidates to give our district what it needs to lead a safe and sensible transition to the classroom.
One thing that he got very right was the Orwellian phrase “all animals are equal but some animals are more equal than others.” Mr. Tuttle implied that people who say BLM believe that they are entitled to get more than other people. This notion is as far from the truth.
People who are offended by BLM need to look deeper, much deeper. The people who created the phrase BLM mean that African American people need to be on a level playing field.
Being white gives one a head start in most cases. If you don’t believe that, then you’re not paying enough attention.
Go back to the hundreds of years of African Americans being enslaved while the white society grew, prospered and accumulated wealth, assets and positions in our country. It's kind of like a road race, where cer-
My hope is that the next time you hear or see the phrase “Black Lives Matter,” you’ll realize that it is a call to an awareness that African American lives matter, too. Certainly, the way white society looks at and treats this segment of our
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I was made for a simpler time (but I’d miss my TV) You may well know by now that I am hooked on the series “Outlander.” The word “hooked” may be an understatement. I am obsessed.
epic love story, and those delightful Scottish accents, and the men in their kilts, all against a historical background.
So what exactly has me diving head first into this show? Yes, I am bedazzled by the time travel and the hopping between centuries, and the
But what really does it for me is stepping back into the days of yore. I have always felt that I belong in the days of yore. I believe the
stork made a mistake when he dropped me off in the 1900s. Maybe he got tired of carrying me and thought “Well, I guess this is as good a place as any.” I think he could have done a little time travel himself and gone back a century or two, with me in tow. My son says that I would not have fared well back then. Women were expected to
stay in their place, and that is not my strong suit. I often (almost always) have some difficulty reining myself in, and I don’t imagine that would have sat well with the menfolk of the day. Well, I guess not! In “Outlander” the male lead thought it his duty to spank (yes, spank!) his wife when she did not obey his orders. To her credit, it was the last
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She was very persuasive. A knife to your throat does tend to make for a change of heart. And I definitely would not have fared well with the corsets. Anyone who has taken even so much as a quick gander at me can see that I dress for comfort, not appearance. Another thing I would take issue with – those humongous hoop skirts (depending on what country the stork dropped me off in). The female lead in youknow-what show looked like she would not fit through a doorway. And I do not relish the idea of making my derriere look bigger. I have always strived to shrink that particular body part, not puff it out. And, again, I imagine, depending on the country, I should think I would not be so fond of men in tights and wigs. No, I would prefer the 1800s. It feels like my era. For one thing, we would have gotten the men into buckskins, where they belong. And I know that every time period has its own hardships. I think it’s just a matter of which ones you find more tolerable.
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I think I would have found the rigors of daily life, back then, more tolerable than what I consider to be the chaos and the confusion of modern life. It would have been a simpler time, and I like simple. This from a woman who has an inordinate degree of difficulty just turning on the TV. Churning butter had to have been easier. Well, I believe this is going to be an “Outlander” night, See Carr, A5
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The first phase will take place on the school’s turf field at 5 p.m. with the first 62 students alphabetically in the class receiving their diplomas. The second phase will take place on the turf field at 6:30 p.m. for the remaining 62 students. Because of regulations, the school will only be able to provide two tickets per graduate to their assigned ceremony. “We still hope that the
restrictions on social gatherings will be further modified so that we can accommodate all parents at the ceremony,” Falcone said. “Due to the circumstances, we still plan to live stream the event for those who cannot be in attendance.” In March, Gov. Ned Lamont began issuing bans on the size of gatherings as part of the response to COVID-19 pandemic. Those restrictions have been loosened in recent weeks as the state slowly restores business and social access.
July. The rules allow for outdoor gatherings of up to 250 people and specifically references graduations. The plan gives further guidance for social distancing and other measures to reduce contact. Falcone said the school had surveyed a focus group of students. He said the general
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June 17, the governor announced the state’s Phase 3 plan which begins in mid-
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In Brief Rabies clinic Durham Animal Response Team will host a Rabies Clinic on Sunday, June 28, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at 58 Main St., Durham (Brenda’s Main Street Feed). Previous vaccination certificate will allow your pet to obtain a threeyear rabies vaccination. Residents of all towns are welcome. Dogs must be leashed and cats in carriers. For more information, call 860-349-0410.
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‘Fantastic Fungi’ According to a New York Times film review, “Fantastic Fungi,” a documentary by Louie Schwartzberg, “offers an informative, delightfully kooky vision of the mycelium beneath our feet that is nothing less than a model for planetary survival.” If you would like to join Coginchaug Area Transition for a showing of the documentary, send your email address to Jen at jennifer.kleindienst@ gmail.com. She will email participants the Zoom link on Monday, June 29. The online screening will start at 7 p.m. The film is 80 minutes and will be followed by a discussion.
Revaluation The Town of Durham would like to make homeowners aware that the state-mandated revaluation project for the Oct. 1, 2020 Grand List is underway. The first phase of the revaluation process is collecting current information on all properties within the town. Durham had contracted to conduct a full inspection effort, including on-site visits to all properties. Due to COVID-19, an executive order issued by the governor allows for the substitution of physical inspections with written verification of the accuracy of existing town records. See Briefs, A33
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34TH DISTRICT RACE
Candidates talk health care, economy, police reform Two candidates running for the state Senate seat to be vacated by Len Fasano spoke recently about where they stand on issues facing voters in the 34th District. Fasano, the North Haven Republican who leads his party's Senate caucus, announced in April he would not be seeking a 10th term. The district includes East Haven, North Haven, Durham and Wallingford.
Both candidates secured ballot access through party nomination, and both have qualified for funding from the state Citizens’ Election Program after raising the minimum of $16,000 from at least 300 individuals. A third party or independent candidate has until August to petition to be on the November ballot. Candidate platforms
The race is currently between Republican Paul Cicarella Jr., vice chairman of the North Haven Republican Town Committee and a member of the town’s Zoning Board of Appeals, and Democrat April Capone, a former East Haven mayor and a former manager at the state Office of Policy and Management.
Cicarella, 36, said his platform is based on “common sense solutions,” a philosophy he applies to creating jobs, growing the economy and making living in Connecticut affordable for working and middle class families.
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Q&A: The coronavirus ripped through our nursing homes and long-term care facilities. What could have been done differently?
Capone: “I lost my aunt early on. She was in a nursing home … Maybe it’s time we Cicarella: “Listening to some look at how we care for our elderly and disabled in the people in the district and state. I’m sure nursing different professions, (I homes could have done heard) a lot of different opinions … I think that safe- things differently, we know that now, but maybe there is ty is first and foremost, and the health of everybody, not also a different way to care for people ... As mayor, I was only the employees but the people who will be entering at the nursing homes quite a bit. I don’t know one person the establishments. But I who’s ever wanted to go into think it needs to be the a nursing home. Most peochoice of both the people, ple want to stay in their and more importantly the homes. Most people want business owners so they’re able to support their families community-based care.” and be able to open their Cicarella: “My wife is a nurse doors so their employees and she works in a nursing can go to work and feed home (in North Haven) and, their families. With that in knock on wood, there was no mind, I think the health risk cases, and I think it was a needs to be mitigated in great job on their part to whatever way necessary.” make sure that the PPE
equipment was utilized and there were common sense plans put in place by the business to prevent that from happening … That was a terrible, terrible thing, but as we know the virus does attack people with compromised immune systems and unfortunately some of our elderly are at a higher risk.”
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Q&A: Where do you stand on Black Lives Matter?
Q&A: Where do you stand on police reform?
Cicarella: “That was a terrible video to watch ... and it didn’t have to happen. But you can’t judge every police officer for the actions of one person … I think there is a time, and it’s now, to listen and make proper changes. I do support police. I’m retired law enforcement, I was in the Department of Correction. Every organization has good and bad people, and I think the decisions need to be made taking that into consideration. Now is a time for unity.”
Capone: “I stand with police in making sure they are trained, they are supported, they are held accountable, which is very important, that they are given the right tools for their job and that they are not sent to do a job they shouldn’t be doing … I’ve long called for the demilitarization of our police because I don’t think that that serves us on the streets of our communities. I believe in the community policing model that has been successful.”
Capone: “When there are people in your community who are hurting, one of your roles is to listen and respond. It happened in East Haven when I was mayor, and that was one of the concerns, how do you respond to the community. I've marched with Black Lives Matter these past weeks and proud to do so. I think we need to have the tough conversations in our community … We send police out to do way too much … [O]fficers cannot be expected to be mental health professionals, to be social workers, to be drug counselors. We’re sending them with lethal force to do these jobs.”
Cicarella: “Coming back to life experience and common sense, my mentality is, even Capone: “I think there need in my business, everything to be significant police recan always be made better, forms … The special session and to do that you need to take data or information, an- should address voting if that cannot be done by executive alyze it and see where we order, but I really think (it can make things better. should address) police acFrom a small business to countability and training policing, we can always be better. More training is defi- and support. When you look at what East Haven did unnitely a great idea. I think der the federal consent dethat there needs to be more cree, it was very similar to education for officers on President's Task Force on how to deal with certain mental health issues and de- 21st Century Policing. The actions that they took are escalation of certain situations. As far as defunding, if very, very similar. They anything I think now is more work. So let’s make sure all Waterproofing secivreStognthat ifoorpretaW tnemesaB of Connecticut is held of a time toBasement give more train- Services Over 36 Years combined experience. . e c n e i r e p x e d enibmoc sraeY 63 revO standard.” ing to officers.”
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was open to those in attendance to speak. Everything was civil. There was some From A1 emotional speeches. Overall, it was handled very well. man rights issue and not a Our police department also political one. [W]e will continue to take action towards made a statement denouncequity and awareness of our- ing the brutality of what happened to Mr. George selves and others against Floyd.” racism and violence. Violent protesting will never be Freda said the event was orsupported in our schools or ganized by North Haven cititowns. We are living in a zens. time when our collecEarlier this month, the North tive concern for eachother can contribute to the healing Haven Police Department and sustaining of well-being released a statement, writing, in part: “We share in the in our communities.” anger many in our commuIn Durham, Laura Francis nity and across the country reported that a peaceful are feeling about the death protest took place on June 6. of George Floyd. Unfortu“It was estimated that there were approximately 200 people participating,” the first selectman said. “It was organized by a CRHS student, Thomas Peters.”
nately, the actions in Minnesota erode the layers of trust, confidence and goodwill that so many police officers have built in the community. Every person deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, this is the foundation of our profession. Any violation of these core tenets is inexcusable.” In Plainville, a Unity March drew hundreds of attendees. Resident Sarah Doyle helped spearhead the gathering.
dent Monique Jones-Pelletier to pull the Unity March together. “It’s one of those things: Be the change you want to see in the world. So if I don’t want my little community to be silent, then I need to be the person to speak up.”
was incredibly supportive, and he spoke at the rally. He marched with us. I think that was a very substantial gesture on the part of the Plainville Police Department, and I know it was very well-received by our community,” said Doyle.
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He quoted his mother as saying, “I can't believe what’s happening in this country. I thought I was done with this hatred and police state tactics ... Are we seeing the end of our free country?" “If that isn't reason enough to attend this vigil I don't know what would be,” Kochman said.
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$400-$600 every 2 weeks+ Tips (Depending on area)
Routes available in the following towns: MERIDEN • WALLINGFORD • SOUTHINGTON CHESHIRE • MIDDLETOWN • DURHAM
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Make extra cash before you go to work making early morning newspaper deliveries using your own vehicle. NO experience necessary.· Must be able to deliver early mornings, 7 days a week starting at 2:00a.m. MUST be dependable, able to read a map and a route list with specific delivery instructions. We will demonstrate the route to you. Routes average 1.5 to 3 hours daily. No collections required. Not Temp Work, Long Term Contracts.
before 11 a.m. and start tomorrow Help Wanted
Furniture
HEAD DESK ATTENDANT
Town of Cheshire seeks qualified candidates for FT (35 hrs/wk w/benefits) position at the Community Pool available July 2020. Starting KITCHEN/DINING rate: $20.65/hr. See ROOM TABLE the Town’s web site at 36” x 48” with 2- 10 inch www.cheshirect.org for leafs, 6 chairs, Two Tone additional information. Maple Finish. $400.00. Deadline for applying Very good condition. 7/3/20.Town of Cheshire 860-747-1962. is an EEOE, M/F/D/V.
Automobiles 2008 BMW - 528XI, AWD, good cond., 174k miles, motor under 100k miles, $4600 O.B.O. 203-676-9773
Autos Wanted
CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will take other makes and models. (203) 600-4431.
Appliances AIR CONDITIONER Older model in working condition. $50. Call 203-269-9755
Lawn and Garden FREE FILL - Wallingford, must come with own truck, owner will load, call Rob, 203-9134221.
MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION Screened Topsoil $25/ per yd; Sand-$15 per yd; Millings-$10 per yd; Screened Millings $30 per yd; Clean Fill $8 per yd: $100 minimum Motorcyles and ATVs delivery. No pickup truck WILL PAY CASH - For old service. Minimum 16 yd motorcycles, mini bikes pickup at our yard. Call & go carts. Gary, (860) Jim @ 860-982-4819 for 558-5430. delivery
Top Soil, Compost FOR SALE. Catering to small deliveries. Call Bob (203) 415-0723
Wood Fuel Heating Equipment TREE LENGTH FIREWOOD CALL FOR DETAILS 203-238-2149
Wanted To Buy 1,2,3 Items or an Estate $$$ CASH $$$ Todd Shamock Estate Sale Service Costume Jewelry, Antiques, Dolls, Toys, Paintings,Meriden Items 203-494-1695
AARON’S BUYING Old Machinist Tools, Lathes, BenchTools, Hand Tools & more. (203) 525-0608.
ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Musical Instruments, Amps, Ham Equipment, HiFi, Radios, CB, Guitars, Audio Equipment, Antiques. 860-707-9350 ANTIQUES - Always buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, watches, musical instruments, signs, arcade games, cameras, pre 1970 sports memorabilia, plus more. One item or entire estate contents. Call 860718-5132.
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GRASSY HILL AUCTIONS, - an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical Instruments (Sax- MALE MALTESE PUPPY 12 weeks. $1,000. ophones, Trumpets, Vi860-329-5623. olins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches Tag Sales (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, ANNUAL & MORE) Doorstops, MULTI-FAMILY Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old PhoTAG SALE tographs, Old Postcards, Brewery Items, Something for everyHunting & Fishing, PEZ one! Garden, Tools, Dispensers, Costume Household, Clothing, Jewelry, Broken Jewelry, Gold & Silver Jewel- Too numerous to menry, Gold & Silver Coins, tion! 351 Baileyville Military Items, Swords Road, Middlefield. & Bayonets, Helmets & Saturday, June 27, Patches, Medals & Uni8am-2pm forms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Fountain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order HUGE GOING OUT OF BUSINESS SALE! Items, Religious Items, PERENNIALS, ORNAIndustrial Items, WinMENTAL GRASSES, chester Items, Sikorsky NATIVE FERNS, HARItems, Pratt & Whitney DY SUCCULENTS, Items, Colt Items, NaALPINES, GROUND tive American Items, COVERS AND MUCH Vintage Electronics, MORE. Fri. & Sat. June Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, 26-27, 10:00 - 4:00; Matchbox & HotSun. June 28, 10:00 wheels, Barbie’s, Folk 2:00, 1709 Kensington Art, Statues, Bronzes, Road, Kensington. Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Autographs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convenience. Grassy Hill Auctions 203-868-1816 - Grassy HillAuctions.com
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BUYING MACHINIST TOOLBOXES - Tools & tooling, contents of WANTED Individual machine shops, home firearms, collections & workshops and small lathes. Call anytime estates including military & related items.Federally 860-985-5760 licensed firearms dealer. Gunsmith, appraisals, Richard Pleines, (860) A Classified ad 663-2214.
is an easy way to sell your merchandise, and it’s easy on your wallet, too.
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WANTED TO BUY Old guitar magazines, scrapbooks, sheet music, publicity photos of music performers. 630.852.1110
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Library Durham Public Library
Book drop:
Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave. 860-3499544, durhamlibrary.org. Follow the library on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
The library book drops are now open. Curbside pickup:
Curbside pickup has started. You may place holds on items available at the Durham Public Library only. All ages: Holds will be ready the day Heart display. Make a heart after the request is to display in the library win- made. Visit durhamlidows. Bring your creations brary.org for more informato the library and drop in the tion. collection box. Digital resources: Programs for Durham Public Library ofkids and teens: fers a wide array of digital Summer Reading 2020. resources, Visit durhamliSummer Reading is underbrary.org. way. Visit durhamlibrary.org for details. Crafts. If you’re looking for activities to do with your kids, check out the Crafting Corner on durhamlibrary.org. Click on the “Kids” tab. Social Distancing Bingo. Print out bingo cards at durhamlibrary.org and start filling in the squares by performing tasks that encourage learning, family interaction, helpfulness and creative play. Programs for adults: Imagine Your Story: Using the U.S. Census in Family Research. Wednesday, July 8, 7 p.m. Join professional genealogist Bryna O’Sullivan on Zoom. Register at durhamlibrary.org.
Levi E. Coe Library 414 Main St., Middlefield. 860-349-3857, levicoelibrary@gmail.com
Summer Reading Program. The Adult and Teen Summer Reading Program is back, and it’s easy. Adults and teens (entering grades 6-12), fill out a form for every book you read from June 22 to Aug. 22. Forms are available in the upper library lobby or can be printed from the library’s Facebook page. A prize drawing will take place on Aug. 24. Park 'n Pick Up: Call or email the library to place holds, and pick up your items in the upper library lobby. For safety, wear a mask when entering the lobby.
Seniors Middlefield Senior & Social Services Department hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Zoom exercise classes. Classes are held Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Call 860-3497121 to register. Senior Meal Program. Frozen meals are being delivered each Monday and are available for pick-up after 12 p.m. at the Middlefield Community Center.
Call 860-349-7121 by Wednesday of each week to register. Food bank. Call 860-3497121 to make arrangements for pick-up or drop-off. Need a mask? Masks are available at the Senior & Social Services office. Call 860349-7121. Wellness checks. The Middlefield Senior Center staff conduct wellness check-in phone calls. Call 860-3497121 to register.
Locals in College Emerson College, Boston, Mass., has named Julia Larosa to its dean’s list for the spring semester. Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, N.H., has named Megan Decker to its president’s list for the spring semester.
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Board of Education election June 30
Experience counts Christine GEraci Chief Financial Officer with 15 years of for-profit & non-profit accounting experience 3 years BOE service, Treasurer 2 years
Two daughters enrolled in RSD 13
NORm Hicks BOE 24 years, Secretary 21 years
Public school teacher for 38 years Current coordinator Durham Fair Association & Durham Senior Board member
Bob Moore BOE 5 years, Chairman 4 years Delivered net decrease in school budget last 5 years
3 children & 6 grandchildren educated in RSD 13
Paid for by the DDTC Martin Anderson, Treasurer
