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Volume 16, Issue 37
Creative Arts
Friday, December 25, 2009
Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Starts on page 9. Enjoy!
Celebrating the season: time for fun, family and giving Left, Middlefield Lions president Bob Laptik presented a most welcome gift on Dec. 21 to Middlefield Senior Services Director Antoinette Astle. Two checks – $1,000 for the food bank and $500 for the fuel bank – were given by the Lions to the town. “It’s something we try and do every year in the spirit of giving,” Laptik commented. “We’ve had a pretty good year, so we wanted to give back, especially locally and especially to people in need,” he said. Above, Astle received another gracious check from Guidance counselor Beth Galligan and Coginchaug students, from left, Jack Bascom, Jaclyn Caturano, Alyssa Marone and Eddy Ruddy for $1,145 collected by volunteers during Community Roundup on Dec. 5. The other half of the money collected went to Durham.
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Top left, Brewster School loves gingerbread! These are just several of the gingerbread houses on display at the school. Above center, Elizabeth Carroll chatted with Santa during the Giving Tree program and holiday open house at the Levi Coe Library in Middlefield. Above, also part of the festivities, Elizabeth’s brother, Ben, decorated one of the gingerbread men donated by Kim’s Cottage Confections in Durham.
In this issue ... Calendar............................4 Creative Arts...............9 -19 Town Briefs ..............5 & 19 Sports ........................20 - 24
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Flu shot clinic
The next H1N1 flu clinic sponsored by Mass Dispensing Area 36 (MDA 36) is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 30, from noon to 6 p.m. at the Fox Parish Center, St. Francis of Assisi Church, 10 Elm Street in Middletown. The clinic is free of charge; however shots will be given out by appointment. People who have a severe allergy to eggs or are running a fever should not receive the vaccine. The H1N1 vaccine is not effective against seasonal influenza. More H1N1 flu clinics are expected to be scheduled and are sponsored by MDA 36, including Middletown, Cromwell, Durham, Haddam and Middlefield. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 860 344-3474. To pre-register on-line go to: www.city-
ofmiddletown.com, then click on “H1N1 (Swine Flu) Tips and Free Clinic Information.”
Wadsworth Mansion New Year’s Day Open House The 11th annual New Year’s Day Open House at the Wadsworth Mansion will feature horse-drawn carriage rides provided by Cedar Knoll Farms and music by Amy Gallatin and Stillwaters. Weather permitting, there will be guided walks on the grounds of the 1908 estate. The Open House is from 1 to 4 p.m. at Wadsworth Mansion, 421Wadsworth St. in Middletown. All activities are free. The magnificent grounds were planted by Colonel
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MILE: For Adults 50+ All adults aged 50+ are invited to expand their horizons with classes at MILE (Middlesex Institute for Lifelong Education) during the winter session. Daytime mini-classes will be held at Middlesex Com-
munity College (MxCC), 100 Training Hill Road in Middletown, from Jan. 11th through Feb. 12th. Several sessions will be devoted to the Civil War. A special presentation on Thursday, Jan.14, will be given by Howard Wright taking the role of Abraham Lincoln. This will be followed by two classes on the history of the Civil War presented by Dr. Richard Judd, past president of CCSU. There will be five meetings on meditative exercise including Tai Chi and Chi Kung (Qi Gong). Gerald Kelly will explain historical Jesus in three sessions. In addition to a week of computer classes, there will be presentations on Elder Law, piracy, civil rights, art and more. The foreign policy discussion group Great Decisions will be meeting for four sessions as well. Orientation for the winter term will be held on Jan. 5 (snow date Jan. 6) at MxCC in Chapman Hall. Refreshments will be served at 12:45 p.m. with brief summaries of the courses beginning at 1 p.m. All are welcome to come and learn about the interesting variety of classes offered for the winter. For more information or to receive a brochure, call (860) 343-5863 or check online at www.mileonline.org.
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Germany, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Denmark drew enthusiastic crowds of fans. They have twice had the honor of representing the United States as the featured performers at the European World of Bluegrass convention in the Netherlands. Amy Gallatin leads the group on vocals and guitar. She is backed by Roger Williams on resophone, John Urbanik on acoustic bass, and J.D.Williams on mandolin and guitar The Open House is an activity of the Friends of Long Hill Estate, whose mission is to promote the use of the estate as a public and community resource. For information on the event, visit www.wadsworthmansion.com or call 860- 347-1064.
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Clarence Wadsworth on land that was traversed by indigenous people and later cleared for pasture, orchards and farming by the early settlers. The renowned Olmsted Brothers and Charles W. Leavitt contributed to the landscape design that is formal and classical near the mansion with managed forests and pastures on the remainder of the estate. The palatial gilded-age mansion will be open for tours, light refreshments and music. Amy Gallatin and Stillwaters have taken the stage at some of the most prestigious venues in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Europe. Their 2009 tour of the Netherlands,
Friday, December 25, 2009
The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce member breakfast will feature NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Driver and Middletown native Joey Logano on Monday, Jan. 11, at the Crowne Plaza Cromwell hotel. The breakfast is sponsored by Webster Bank. The breakfast will be held from 7:45 to 9 a.m. Tickets are $19 for Chamber members and $29 for non-members. For more information, or to make your reservation, call the Chamber at 860 347-6924.
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District 13 kindergarten visitations and registration Parents of children living in Durham and Middlefield who will be five (5) years old on or before Jan. 1, 2011 must register them to attend kindergarten in September 2010 or apply for a waiver of attendance. In Regional District #13, children may attend kindergarten in either the Contemporary Program or the Integrated Day Program. Parents need to choose the appropriate program for their child prior to kindergarten registration. School visits and information available at the schools will assist parents in making their choice.
Korn School at 860-349-7210. Once parents have visited both programs, they will need to make a decision about the program for which they will be registering their child. According to Region #13 Board of Education policy, this decision must be made by February 1. Any child not registered in a specific program by that date may not be able to attend the program chosen by his/her parents(s). Scheduling an appointment for kindergarten registration confirms program choice. Kindergarten registration for the 2010-2011 school year will take place Monday, Feb. 1, through Thursday, Feb. 4. Appointments, for parent and child, will be available between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily with hours extended to 6 p.m. on one evening. Parents wishing to register their child for the Contemporary Program should call Brewster School at 860-349-7227 for an appoint-
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ment. To register a child for the Integrated Day program, please call John Lyman School at 860-349-7240 for an appointment. Once the registration appointment has been made, the school will send a registration information packet. This information will include a residency form and questionnaire, a student information/emergency form, a school entry health questionnaire and a developmental questionnaire, all of which should be completed and brought to registration
along with a copy of the child’s birth certificate. Please make sure that the residency form is complete and notarized. If the family has a child already in district, the residency form is not required. The child should attend the registration appointment with the parent. Any parent of an eligible kindergarten child who wishes to hold his/her child out of school for another year must sign a form at the office of the Superintendent of Schools.
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The Contemporary Program serves children in grades K-4 and is housed at Brewster School for grades K2 and at Korn School for grades three and four. The Integrated Day program serves students in grades K-4 at John Lyman School. While the two programs share many similarities, they also have some distinctive differences that must be consid-
ered when deciding which program is best for each child. The best way to understand the differences between the programs is to visit both programs. We urge prospective parents to visit all three schools and to view at least one classroom at every grade level. Only by visiting can you get the true flavor of the three schools and the two instructional programs. Parents may visit the schools from Jan. 7 through 29 to observe classes and to discuss any specific questions or concerns. Visits, which are designed for adults, should be scheduled ahead of time to allow for optimum opportunities to observe the programs. Appointments to visit can be made by calling the individual schools. Parents may call Lyman School at 860-349-7240 to visit the Integrated Day Program. To visit the Contemporary Program, call Brewster School at 860-349-7227 and
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Christmas Day Service at 10 a.m. at St. James Episcopal Church in Higganum, Route 81 and Little City Road.
Durham Fairgrounds. Both seasonal flu vaccine and the pneumonia vaccine will be available. Registration is not necessary. Bring your insurance cards, Medicare and Medicare supplement insurance cards and proof of residency. Be sure to wear comfortable short sleeved clothing. If you have special needs, call Jan at 860-349-3153.
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December 28 Free Movie Middletown Senior Center, 150 William St., offers a free movie each Monday at 12:30 p.m. Today’s film is Food, a documentary. Call the center at 860-344-3513 for info. Flu Clinic There will be a seasonal flu clinic from 2 to 6 p.m. open to Durham and Middlefield residents age 18 and over at the Emergency Operations Center, Canfield Lane on the
Anime The Russell Library, 123 Broad St. in Middletown, will play Nausicao of the Valley of the Wind, an environmental classic set in a post-apocalyptic future. Refreshments will be provided.
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Olesen at 860-349-9433. H1N1 Flu Shot Mass Dispensing Area 36 (MDA 36) will hold an H1N1 flu shot clinic from noon to 6 p.m. at the Fox Parish Center, St. Francis of Assisi Church, 10 Elm Street in Middletown. The clinic is free of charge and will be given out by appointment. People who have a severe allergy to eggs or are running a fever should not receive the vaccine. The H1N1 vaccine is not effective against seasonal influenza. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 860 344-3474. To pre-register on-line go to: www.cityofmiddletown.com, then click on “H1N1 (Swine Flu) Tips and Free Clinic Information.”
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December 30 TOPS Durham TOPS Club meets every Wednesday at 6 p.m. on the third floor of the Durham Town Hall. For more information, contact Naomi Klotsko at 860-349-9558 or Bonnie
Friday, December 25, 2009 Open House at the Mansion
The 11th annual New Year’s Day Open House at the Wadsworth Mansion in Middletown will feature horse-drawn carriage rides, live music and guided walks on the grounds of the 1908 estate. The Open House is from 1 to 4 p.m. at Wadsworth Mansion, 421 Wadsworth St. All activities are free. For more information, visit www.wadsworthmansion.co m or call 860-347-1064.
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January 5 MILE The Middlesex Institute for Lifelong Education will hold an orientation meeting at Middlesex Community College at 12:45 offering a brief summary of all the courses available. All are welcome to this event. For more information, call 860 343-5863 or visit www.mileonline.org.
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January 7 School Visits The elementary school choice visits begin this week. DMYFS The DMYFS board will meet at 7 p.m. in the Middlefield Community Center to discuss the future of the DMYFS program. Everyone is encouraged to attend.
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January 8 Play The senior class drama play will be performed at 7 p.m. in the Coginchaug auditorium. Owl Prowl The Friends of Hammonasset will host an event at 6:30 p.m. at the Meigs Point Nature Center at Hammonasset Beach State Park. There will be a a barred owl, a saw-whet owl and a great horned owl included in the presentation. Enjoy a tour to see owls in the wild. Call 203-214-2846 or 203804-3453 for more info.
Town Times Movie Review
When “fine” just isn’t enough: Reviewing Everybody’s Fine By Tanya Feke It hasn’t been an easy year. As a physician, I witness first hand the hardships of my patients. Job loss. Illness. Loss of a loved one. I unfortunately had the added benefit of experiencing it first hand too. For those of you who don’t know, my father passed away eight weeks ago. For the first time, I truly understand what makes the holiday season a challenge for so many, but I refuse to let it eat at my spirit, not when the Christmas season is upon us. I choose to be reminded of what makes the season bright – the smiling face of my three year old son. That said, I pulled myself off the sofa already etched with the imprint of
my back side from weeks of loafing and headed back to my home away from home, the theater. On the docket was Everybody’s Fine. With Robert De Niro at the head, I thought I was in for a real treat. After all, this was the man who played Travis Bickle in Taxi Driver and Vito Corleone in The Godfather saga. More controversy arises from his attempts at comedy. All the same, the man has been a genius on the screen. Add to that Drew Barrymore, Kate Beckinsale, Sam Rockwell, and the cast alone should have brought this to a minimal three stethoscope rating. If I should have been so lucky. Lackluster and utterly depressing, this so-called holiday film is a schmaltzy bore. Perhaps I was masochis-
tic to think I could sit through a film about a man coping with the loss of his wife during the holidays. Something inside of me wanted to know that I was not alone and that in the end families reunite against all odds. I wanted the round of inevitable love and warm fuzzies that overload such movies. Instead I got constant lying, a mugging, a heart attack and death to a drug overdose. To all my patients out there, if your medication gets crushed on a dirty subway platform, please do not pick it up and ingest it. That alone gives me the heebie jeebies. The shoddy script tries to use imagery to add significance where there is none. A carry-on bag spins on an airport carousel alone with no
one there to pick it up. A newborn infant twitches her lips in peaceful sleep to the backdrop sound of wine pouring into a cup. The first effect should have been sad (not sadder than De Niro’s character not knowing how to pull the handle out of his wheeled carry-on bag), the second perhaps even funny. Too bad they fall short. Simply stated, ‘Fine,’ is not enough. We deserve more. What ever happened to George Bailey and ZuZu’s petals? Where is our Clarence? Buffalo Bill won’t you come out tonight? I plan to cuddle up in my red terry cloth robe with my son on one side, my hubbie on the other, as we watch It’s A Wonderful Life on our television. That is what family is all about. Joy. Life. Belong-
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
ing. My heart goes out to all of you who have struggled this year. I wish you all the warmest thoughts as you find ways to bring the best out in the holiday season. Never settle for ‘Fine.’ I wish you all a Wonderful Life. Happy holidays! My rating: 1 stethoscope
Dr. Tanya Feke is a physician at Middlesex Hospital Primary Care - Durham and guest columnist for the Town Times. She was press credentialed to the LA Film Festival in 2009 and continues to pursue a love of film. Her reviews are rated on a five stethoscope scale.
Town Briefs
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Durham P&Z Commission
Hopefully you didn’t have to leave your house during this weekend’s snowstorm that dumped inches and inches of snow in this area of the state, but the town road crews were out clearing the roads regardless. The snow started falling around 9 p.m. Saturday in Durham and Middlefield, and it didn’t stop until the following morning. Pete Parker from the Middlefield Highway Department reported that the road crew’s five trucks were out for about 14 hours. Durham road foreman Kurt Bober said this storm was a little different because it had such intensity from the start with no break. His crew, in six large trucks and three small, worked nonstop for 12 hours plowing 8 to 10 inches of snow. With snow blowing horizontally, there was low visibility and at times they could only travel at a speed of 3 miles per hour. Extra temporary help had been called in to assist with buildings and sidewalks. Bober reminds everyone when you see a town truck 1) slow down, and 2) don’t pass; it’s dangerous and causes more problems for the crews. He also noted that the town crews enjoy when people wave and thank them. Friendliness goes a long way when they’re plowing all night long for everyone’s safety.
However, Molloy also noted that the applicant will plant white pines once winter has passed.
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only from the past few months, though, the commission asked Molloy to retrieve any invoices going back to when Cruise first alleged that
washing and repairs were happening on the site. Cruise also disputed the claim that washing wasn’t going on at the site by stating that washing occurred the night before the hearing. To address dust problems, the applicant also agreed to put in millings on the driveway, though the commission let Molloy know that she may need permission from the Inland Wetlands Commission. The final issue Molloy addressed was that outside storage was already happening on the site. She told the commission that any roll-offs seen on the property are there to pick up trash and didn’t remain on the site otherwise. Again, this was disputed by Cruise and other nearby residents. One item that the commission brought up to Molloy was whether the applicant planned on instituting any hours of operation. Molloy replied that the applicant did not, as hours are
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The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on Wednesday, Dec. 16, regarding the modification of the site plan for Greenland Realty’s property on 10 Mountain Road. This modification would allow for the storage of outside equipment and vehicles as well as the construction of 4,000 gallon fuel tank. Representing the applicant, attorney Joan Molloy went on to explain that the tank would be 50 feet away from the building at the site and that it would rest on a concrete pad. A fence and bollards would surround the tank, while fire extinguishers would be placed nearby. An emergency shut off switch would also be installed. Molloy justified the installation of the tank by pointing out that a number of nearby sites also have fuel tanks. As for why the applicant wants permission to store vehicles and equipment outside, Molloy explained that the company previously could leave equipment at a work site, but with the economic downturn, the loss of work means there are fewer places to leave the equipment. Molloy also chose to address a few of the complaints that were brought against the site at past meetings by resident Diana Cruise. For one, Molloy informed the commission that the arbor vitae planted on the site for buffering was agreed upon by Cruise and the applicant. The arbor vitae have been a problem as of late due to the deer eating it.
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Kids in the kitchen over winter break — having fun! By Stephanie Wilcox Town Times
Kids are home on school vacation for a week, and one of the most fun, productive and creative activities they can do during this down time is cooking, baking and preparing meals. It will keep them busy and challenge them with basic math skills, reading and comprehension. It will also give them practice following directions and being independent in the kitchen, and it’s the perfect opportunity to teach good nutrition. Cooking is a great way to create family memories, maybe even a lifelong passion, and it will give them something to be proud to talk about when they head back to school. Most kids will be excited to cook, viewing it as an adventure. Wait until they see these great recipe ideas!
Breakfast: Baked Oatmeal What you need: 1/2 cup oil 1/2 cup sugar 2 eggs, beaten 3 cups oatmeal (not instant) 1/2 tbsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1 cup milk What you do: In a medium-sized bowl, mix together oil, sugar, and eggs. Add oatmeal, baking powder, salt, and milk. Refrigerate overnight or until milk is completely absorbed. Bake at 350 degrees in a 8- x 8inch pan for 25 to 30 minutes. Serve with warm milk & brown sugar. Cinnamon and raisins are optional.
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What you need: Bananas Grapes Carrot Apple Bamboo skewers Mini chocolate chips Pretzel sticks What you do: For each snowman, you will need three thick slices of banana, a grape, a sliver of carrot, and a triangular piece of apple. (Tip: Poke a hole in the apple piece with a bamboo skewer first to make assembly easier.) Have your kids slide the fruit onto the skewer: bananas first for the body, then apple for the hat and then grape for the pompom; then use the carrot slivers for noses, mini chocolate chips for eyes and buttons, and pretzel sticks for arms.
Dessert: Baked Snowballs What you need: 12 vanilla or chocolate
For St. Lucia day in Sweden, the Durham Cooperative Nursery School made bread out of Pillsbury crescent roll dough. Each child rolled their own piece of dough into a loaf, Lainy Melvin baked them in the toaster oven and they were enjoyed for an afternoon Photo by Stephanie Wilcox snack. wafer cookies or six 1/2-inchthick slices of your favorite cake 6 scoops of your favorite ice cream 3 egg whites at room temperature 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Chocolate syrup, sprinkles, and Maraschino cherries What you do: Break each cookie or slice of cake into several small pieces and divide them evenly among six 3-inch ramekins, pressing them into the bottom of each. Fill each ramekin with ice cream, using the back of a spoon to smooth it level at the top. Place the ramekins on a cookie sheet in the freezer while you prepare the snow (meringue). Heat the oven to 500º. Place the egg whites in a mediumsize bowl and whip them with an electric beater set at medium-high speed until they resemble soap bubbles. Add the cream of tartar and continue beating until soft peaks form (now it will look like shaving cream). While you continue beating, add the sugar 1 tablespoon at a time and then the vanilla extract. Continue beating until shiny, stiff peaks form, about 2 minutes. Now you have your snow! Remove the ramekins from the freezer and spread the snow meringue over the top of each with a spatula, taking care to completely cover the ice cream.
This “blanket of snow” is what insulates the ice cream, keeping it cold in the hot oven. Bake the snowballs on the cookie sheet until the tops are golden brown, about 1 to 3 minutes. Watch them carefully; they brown quickly. Garnish the snowballs with chocolate syrup, sprinkles, and cherries, and serve. Makes 6. You can find countless fun recipes at www.kids-cookingactivities.com or www.familyfun.com/recipes.
Other recipe ideas Lainy Melvin has discovered many creative recipes over time that work well at Durham Cooperative Nursery School. One she recommends for this season is applesauce. Make it with the family and then divide it into pretty jars to give as gifts to people if you have holiday parties and gift-exchanges still to do. You can also turn food into arts and crafts, like orange and clove pomanders that smell delicious. All you need is 1 lemon OR 1 orange, 5-6 ounces of whole cloves, ribbon, 2 tbsp orris root, cinnamon, nutmeg and lemon or orange oil. Push the cloves into the rind of your lemon or orange. Try to cover the whole surface. Mix remaining ingredients in a small bowl and roll the fruit around in the mixture. Wrap the fruit in tissue paper, cheesecloth or netting and place in a drawer or hang in a closet.
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Fruit Cake: I’ve done the research, and it’s not just a door stop By Trish Dynia Special to Town Times
find a recipe for the aforementioned fruit cake. Perhaps it would sound something like this: “As ye are able, gather dried fruit from the market and mix with enough batter to form a cake. Add spices and cook in a moderate oven for
three hours…” But since I can be counted among those who would opt for root canal without novacane over willingly ingesting fruit cake, I instead offer the following advice, once you have smiled sweetly and told Aunt Helen that you are looking forward to enjoying your fruit cake with your morning coffee: Fruitcake makes a fantastic door stop. I live in an old house with lots of drafts and uneven floors. Can’t keep that bed-
room door closed? A properly placed fruit cake will keep it in place during a hurricane. Got mice? A well-placed fruit cake will not only lure the dirty little devils into the trap, it can kill them with one strategic blow. A fruit cake placed on the road in front of your house can drop the transmission out of any speeding car. Fruit cake: the gift that keeps on giving and giving, and giving.
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I have discovered that comedian Jim Gaffigan is wrong. He insisted that there is just one fruit cake in the entire world that travels around the planet each year as unappreciative recipients re-gift it. And I believed him until I did my own research. As it turns out, there are many, many more of them out there. And despite all the bad press, this brick of questionable contents has its defenders, and thousands of recipes to make one can be found on the internet. A fruit cake type food is first mentioned in early Roman history. The durable concoction was made from pomegranate seeds, pine nuts, raisins and barley mash, and it accompanied Roman Soldiers during their European conquests. It is said that the little cakes sustained them during long journeys, but fruitcake detractors firmly believe they were lobbed into villages via the catapult in order to knock natives unconscious. The British began a tragic love affair with the fruitcake in the early 15th century when they added dried fruit and honey imported from southern Europe, and spices from the Far East. By the 16th century, various recipes had spread throughout Europe, and farmers often baked a ceremonial fruit cake at the end of the nut harvest. It was preserved until the next harvest and eaten the following year in order to obtain blessings for another fruitful year. The dessert of chronic stomach ailments fell out of favor during the 17th century when all things “sinfully rich,” such as dancing, debauchery, Christmas (and the fruitcake?) were frowned upon by the Puritan Revolution against the Catholic Church. But folks in the Victorian Age of the 19th century decided that some sinful riches were okay. Fruitcake, Christmas and dancing were in and table legs were out. It was believed that the sight of a long, slim table leg would remind a man of the long slim legs of a woman. Therefore, the offending wooden appendages were covered with elaborate clothes so as not to entice the men to commit unseemly advances toward the womenfolk. So much for de-
bauchery. A Victorian Tea would not be complete without fine linens, china and fruit cake, to compliment the savory sweet offerings of cucumber and watercress sandwiches, scones with clotted cream, and pickled celery. And the melting pot we sometimes call the United States has not escaped the importation of the ubiquitous fruit cake. This is the point in the article where you might expect to
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Who is to blame? Dear Editor, I was shocked and dismayed by the recent quote in the Saturday, Dec. 12, edition of the Middletown Press attributed to the football coach for V/C football in which he referred to the person appealing the construction of the lighted football field as “a selfish old lady” and her attorney as “spiteful.” This is the result of the tone set by, and the actions of, the superintendent and the members of the Board of Education who appear perplexed that a citizen would exercise her constitutional right under current law to appeal decisions of local commissions for a school project. Now I fully agree that the state of the outdoor athletic facilities is deplorable and has been for years, but whose fault is that? As a former high
school athlete, I have empathy for the students and their parents since athletics are an integral part of education. They have a right to and will have excellent facilities. What really irks me is that I expected the BOE to understand that the minority also have certain rights. Isn’t that a principle worth teaching anymore? I would ask the BOE to stop fanning the flames of discontent by blaming the appellant while absolving itself of all responsibility for the delays. Remember, it is years of neglect of the existing facilities and poor planning (most projects build in time, taking into consideration possible appeals) that got us where we are today. While I have no knowledge of the merits, if any, of the appeal, I do know we have courts to protect the rights of the minority. As Chief Justice Warren wrote: “A citizen’s constitutional rights can hardly be infringed upon simply because a majority of people choose that it be.” Maybe its time for the BOE to have a civics lesson. It appears they need one. Vincent M. Marino, Durham Letters Policy ... in brief No more than one every four weeks; must be signed and contain a phone number so we can verify authorship; deadline Tuesday noon for Friday publication. Also, please keep it brief!
The longest night of the year in our hemisphere is falling as I write this small piece. Among our Jewish neighbors, the menorahs have been put away, but a week ago they finished celebrating Hanukkah, or the Festival of Lights, honoring a miracle during which one day’s worth of holy oil burned for a week in the newly recaptured temple in Jerusalem. The birth of Jesus Christ, celebrated by Christians this week, is full of images of light – angels arrive in a burst of glorious light, Magi
Friday, December 25, 2009 follow a particularly bright star to find the newborn King. Creation tracks light – witness the growth of plants towards the light. The light in the title phrase, however, is something a little bit different. It’s a Quaker phrase meant to remind brethren to attend to that within themselves that is good and lightfilled, that comes from God the creator. That’s our wish for you in this season – that as you journey along life’s sometimes bumpy road, may you find the light within yourself and mind it joyfully. Sue VanDerzee
Durham’s new Code of Ethics explained When Durham adopted a Code of Ethics last month, it was the culmination of a process that began in November 2006. The adoption of a revised Town Charter included a requirement that Durham establish an Ethics Commission. It has been my privilege to serve as chair during this process and my pleasure to work with very smart, savvy and dedicated people, committed to the goal of enhancing town governance. The Code will become effective Feb. 1, 2010 and applies to independent contractors and to all public officers, officials and employees of the town of Durham and members of boards, committees and commissions in the performance of their duties. The Ethics Commission is committed to assisting those under its jurisdiction in complying with the Code and to minimize inadvertent violations so as to devote precious resources to situations deserving of closer review. To help facilitate this goal, the commission has been invited to make a presentation at the joint meeting of boards and commission to be held at Town Hall on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010. The full text of the Code is available on the town website (www.townofdurhamct.org) or from the Town Clerk’s office. That presentation will focus on those provisions contained in Section 3: Standards of Ethical Conduct, and it is those sections of the Code that I will cover in this column. As background, the Statement of Purpose says, in part, that “The proper operation of the town government requires that public officers, officials and employees be independent, impartial and responsible to the people; that governmental decisions and policies be made in the proper channels of governmental
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Guest Column structure; that public office and employment not be used for personal gain; and that the public has confidence in the integrity of its government. The purpose of this code is to set forth standards of ethical conduct for those who serve or conduct business with the town of Durham;… to assist those parties under the jurisdiction of the Ethics Commission…in order to maintain a tradition of responsible public service;…” The Statement of Purpose advances the proposition that more open government is better than less; that more disclosure of private interest in matters before the town is better than less; that more transparent government is better than less and that a position in the public sector should not confer any advantage beyond that available to the public. Keeping these basic principals in mind will assist those subject to the Code in complying with its provisions and assist the commission in applying those provisions to specific situations. Now, the Standards of Ethical Conduct: Section 3.I, Use of Town Assets, prohibits the use of town assets except as those assets available to the public generally or as provided by established town policies. Section 3.II, Fair and Equal Treatment, prohibits the granting or acceptance of any special treatment or advantage to or from any person beyond that which is available to the general public. Section 3.III, Conflicts of Interest, prohibits engaging in any business, employment or transaction, or having an interest which is incompatible with the proper discharge of
official duties or which would tend to impair judgment in the performance of official duties. Section 3.III also requires disclosure of certain interest in matters before boards and commissions and discusses disqualification from participating in an agency’s consideration of these matters if the person with the interest is a member of the agency. Section 3.IV prohibits the disclosure or use of confidential information obtained in an official capacity for the purpose of advancing private financial or personal interests. Section 3.V, Gifts or Favors, prohibits the solicitation or acceptance of any gift from an independent contractor as defined in the Code. Section 3.VI, Use of Influence, prohibits the solicitation of any business by people in supervisory positions from others over whom they have any control or influence with respect to supervision, tenure, compensation or duties. Section 3.VII, Representation of Private Interests, limits the circumstances under which a town officer, official or employee may represent private interests before agencies of the town, or in proceedings or litigation against the town, when such appearance or representation would be in conflict with or impair independence in the performance of the official’s duties. Finally, Section 3V.III, Committee Service by Members of the Ethics Commission, prohibits members of the Ethics Commission from concurrently serving on any other board, commission or committee of Durham. The Ethics Commission is available to meet with town boards, commissions or others to discuss the Code. Again, one of our goals is to enhance understanding in order to avoid inadvertent violations. I can be reached at 860-349-1916.
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Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts You are what you eat: Creative Arts 2009 We welcomed your submissions and, once again, we were gratified with the outpouring of creative energy – food, cooking and otherwise – that we received for this and next week’s Town Times Creative Arts issues. We chose this year’s theme of food, in part because food is fun, but perhaps in larger part because national news stories focusing on eating locally, creative food preparation, changes in the American diet, eating as a challenge to health, etc. seem to abound. We love the food “stuff” that we received! We love the recipes! Your thoughts and concerns on the subject of food are flavorful and varied. The poems are great, too. And, as you will see on this and the consecutive pages, the artwork is wonderful, varied and beautiful, particularly as we can bring it to you in glorious, living color. So, sit back, peruse and enjoy. We thank you for your timely and thoughtful contributions.
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Hot Coco By Otto Wallach Grade 4 Hot cocoa warms my body like a built-in furnace, Hot cocoa burns my tongue like fire, Hot cocoa is like melted chocolate in my mouth, I love hot cocoa!
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Some families have a traditional Christmas, but my family and I have a Polaska. It feels like were stepping into Poland. Christmas is a family time to us because every year, a week before Christmas my grandma, brother, cousins and I make many perogies. Perogies are a Polish version of dumpling; they’re filled with potatoes and cheese. After the perogies are sealed, we boil then fry them in onions and butter. The aroma lingers in the kitchen. It makes our taste buds tingle and our noses crazy. We stay in the kitchen for hours and make hundreds of perogies and other Polish foods to prepare for Christmas Eve. At the party, we have many foods like wild mushroom soup, a fish soup called pan fish chowder, and cabbage rolls called Golabki. The food may sound different but it all tastes delicious. When the feast is done, we move on to the dance floor. My father and uncle play some traditional Polish music for the whole family to do the polka dance. As the night goes on, we drift to the dessert table, which usually has Kolaczki, which are Polish Christmas cookies and Polish doughnuts called Paczki. The very last thing we do at a Polish Christmas is open the presents. Now you can see that a traditional Polish Christmas is like a present in itself. The night never dies down. It’s a party from when you walk in the door until you walk out.
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lemon. We start out with a chunk of thick ivory-colored dough. My brother and I will press the smooth surface of the cookie cutters onto the pasty-white mixture. Not only do I have a weakness for baking, but I am also fond of the quality time I have with my family. The week of Christmas is the moment to inhale the aromas for all of the luscious treats. I’m able to smile peacefully and relax with the members I love. As we all sit down for dinner, my nose is filled with the wonderful scent of baked potatoes, glazed lip-smacking auburn turkey, and the mouthwatering smell of tender roast, filling the room. When the cookies are done baking, it’s time to coat them in a delicious glazed icing made out of lemon juice, powdered sugar and egg whites. It’s absolutely to die for. Biting into the taste of delicious desserts is amazing. These memories are our perfect Christmases.
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Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts A Man Full of Sweets By Abby Eisner
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The landscape is hilly, like someone poured flour over it – a curious recipe, Vultures glide in circles over a single white house, standing alone, No one lives there now, The trees extend their boney fingers up to the sky as if mourning something that happened long ago, The birds are mournful, too, gliding over the white house, The wind breezes by in gusts, One single feather drops down, down onto the roof of the house, An offering from the birds.
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He loved Twinkies, peanut butter sandwiches and iced tea. His name was Jamie Leclerc and he was my favorite teacher in the whole world. It was toward the end of fifth grade and we were in social studies class. We had a substitute, Mr. Callan, because Mr. Leclerc was in the hospital getting chemotherapy. At the beginning of class Mr. Callan said “This’ll be a fun class!” But of course no one believed him. In the middle of class the door flung open. Everyone turned around and time stopped. Someone yelled “WHO WANTS ICE CREAM!!!?” He slowly crept through the door and everyone in the class screeched with joy; it was Mr. Leclerc. Everyone gave him big hugs and told him how much we missed him. We all enjoyed the tubs of ice cream and toppings he brought in. He called Remi and me up to him and told us to close our eyes. We did and all of a sudden, I felt sticky stuff on my face. I opened my eyes and both Remi and I were covered in whipped cream. We all laughed hysterically including Mr. Leclerc and had a great time until it was time for him to leave. We hugged and said goodbye. Unfortunately a little less than a year later he passed away at only 31 years old. It was the worst day of my life. Mr. Leclerc was like what we ate: He was sweet like the whipped cream, funny like Twinkies, and nice like iced tea. Mr. Leclerc was an amazing teacher, father and most of all, a great friend. Rest in peace, Mr. Leclerc.
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There are more than just wonders in that bread There are memories It may come out of a box But to me it is more than that… Having to mix and fold as carefully as possible Making sure the ingredients don’t just pour out Shaping the bread Putting an x in the middle for baking Laying the metal sheet down in the oven gently Smelling the aroma of goodness And hearing my grandmother say “I feel like I am back home in Ireland.”
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We have a tradition in my family that for the men on my mother’s side make the kielbasa from scratch. For most of my life my Dziadzi, that’s Polish for grandfather, would make it for Easter dinner. I can remember about three years ago I actually took the time to watch Dziadzi and my Uncle Richie make the kielbasa. My uncle was learning from the master; my Dziadzi was a great cook; he made most of the food for all of our family dinners and gatherings. The freshly seasoned meat parts were all laid out on the chopping block. The metal grinder was right beside it. It was an old one with a hand crank which made it all the more fun to use. The first thing that Dziadzi did was tie up one end of the intestines to hold the meat. He placed the other end of the intestines on the end of the grinder. He put the meat into its mouth. He turned the crank and the newly grinded meat filled the intestine making it wriggle like a snake. When that was all through he would place it in the oven until it was perfect. Come dinner, the two different kinds of kielbasa, one reddish in color the other white were laid around the platter with the larger red one, on the outside and the smaller white, on the inside. They both would be sliced into easy to steal off the platter pieces. This is one of my fondest memories of my Dziadzi. Now with him dead it’s very important to keep these traditions alive. Thankfully my uncle is now in charge of the making of the kielbasa. He does a pretty good job of it, but it’s not the same there’s no ingredient missing, just the cook. Soon the task of making the kielbasa will be given to me for I am the only male left to make it.
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Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Recipes from Brewster kindergartners Ravioli by Jenna Ulizio
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I was in my grandparent’s driveway in a golf cart. I was with my cousins, Clare and Tom, and my friend, Baylor. Baylor and Clare were in the front. Tom and I were clinging onto the back. We were going to where the fireworks were being set off. We took a shortcut that wasn’t on the road so the whole way it was bumpy and I didn’t have time to buckle in. When we finally got there, my mom and my aunt and my little brother Simon were already there. They had taken the car. Clare stayed with them. Baylor, Tom and I went on the dock. As we got closer and closer to the fire near the dock, the air smelled more and more smoky. Some of my mom’s friends were
setting off fire works. The air swirled above me like it was going to pick me up and throw me into the water below. Then a firework came down so low that I had to jump on the pontoon boat by the dock. It was like green, blue and yellow snakes spiraling above my head. I stayed on the boat just in case it happened again. After a few more fireworks went off, one tipped over and went all over, shooting out toward us. My mind was rushing with pictures of fireworks exploding everywhere. Then a firework whizzed over my head. My friend jumped onto the pontoon boat. He barreled me over. I hit the seat. Then everything was still and silent. I got up. I like fireworks.
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Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Owen Griffin “Mmmmmm! Mmmmmm! My gram’s turkey roasting smells so good,� I murmured out loud. My eyes widened as I spotted the vast pumpkin pie. “Yum,� I said. The air was filled with the smell of nice, juicy cheese cake. My mouth was watering more and more. I felt the sweet cold ice cream on my tongue as I scooped it into my mouth Pierce Stephan I rushed into my Grandma’s kitchen with a big woooosh when I smelled her pumpkin pie. My tongue shot out when I spotted a juicy and ginormous turkey. The aroma of the loaf of cornbread filled most of the air. My mouth watered just thinking about a colossal, double decker chocolate cake. Sizzle, sizzle went the beans popping in a pot.
“Yum, yum!� I shouted as I spied the delicious Christmas tree cookies that mom displayed on our dining room table. I jumped for joy as I noticed my favorite food, turkey with mashed potatoes! I cupped my ear and heard the sizzling pot that laid on the stove. The aroma of the juicy turkey with gravy that sat upon a platter filled the air around me. My mouth watered just thinking about the sweet soft cookies that I’m going to eat for dessert! Paris Stankiewich “Hurray, we’re at grand-
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mas!’ I declared as I jumped through the front door. The aroma of the immense turkey tickled my nose as I approached the warm kitchen. I got a good whiff of Linda’s turkey and star sugar cookies. My eyes widened as I spotted her lawa red cranberry sauce. Off in the distance I heard people saying grace before dinner. My mouth watered just looking at the petite crescent rolls sitting on the dining room table. “Time to eat! Yeah.� I shouted out loud.
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Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts Creative Arts My Trip to Niagara Falls By Mackenzie Deane Vroom! Vroom! went my car. We were going to Niagara Falls for vacation for three days. It’s been six hours and we’re almost there. I can’t wait. Yay! We’re here. I saw Niagara Falls. I rolled down my window and it was loud. We parked our car and a man with a funny hat asked if he could take our bags, so we gave him our bags and we said, “Thank you.” When we got in the hotel we saw a Starbucks, fancy chairs, a buffet upstairs and a check in desk. We quickly checked into the big beautiful hotel and took the elevator to Level 7 and went to Room 306. When we got in the room my face was stunned with amazement. I ran to the window and saw Niagara Falls again. We were right next to it! In the morning we went on a boat that takes you right next to the waterfalls. I saw a whole bunch of rocks that were in front of the Canadian Falls. “They should really move those rocks,” I said. When we got near the Horseshoe Falls I was getting so wet. We had to wear raincoats and it was s o loud. All of a sudden a big bump hit the boat. “Whoa!” I said. And then I noticed that we had pulled up to the dock. On our way back to the hotel we stopped at the butterfly museum. There were 2,000 butterflies in a gigantic room. There was a small waterfall and a lot of fruit and flowers there. A nice boy let me have his butterfly. “Thank you,” I said to the nice boy. “You are very lucky,” said my mom. When we got out of the butterfly room we went out of a door that led to the gift shop. We bought my friend, Kelly a pink lizard key chain. I whined about the key chain and said that I wanted it. “I want it. I want it. I want it!” Everyone was looking at me and I was embarrassed a lot. After that we went back to the hotel and hung out at the room. We watched a movie about Niagara Falls. Then we went to a really colorful city that had lots of stores and restaurants. We walked by a scary haunted house. I closed my eyes when we walked by. After that we ate dinner at Burger King. I had some chicken and some apples. Finally we went back to the hotel room. I ran to my bed and fell asleep and dreamed that I fell over the falls and I quickly woke up and realized that it was morning. “Good morning, Honey,” my mom said. Dad said we had to pack up to go home. “Why do we have to go home?”
The busy city By Nikki, grade 4 I observe the light, shiny sky. The sounds of sirens haunt me as I stare. All different people crowd the sidewalk. A biker zooms across like lightning. The tremble of the train awakens the birds on the post, The ground starts to shake and then stops really fast. I hear a crash then a drip of water. Whoosh, the silky wind rubs across people’s faces whipping their hair around. It’s dark and faded in the sky. Towers tower over me as I walk in the dark. By now everything looks deserted! Do you like the country or the city?
Pumpkin Pie By Marissa Torres Pumpkin pie, pumpkin pie, I wonder why, Pumpkin pie is so tasty and sugary. Why is it so smooth? I wonder why, I can¹t resist pumpkin pie.
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proposal was first brought forward. There was a discussion about maintaining a 50foot buffer around the wetland. Marianne Corona noted her opposition because it was too close to the buffer, but Gribko said the buffer zone will not be impacted except for a piece of the drive. The house is 51 feet away from a wetland, the septic system and driveway are both 50 feet away. Benjamin suggested the biologist who flagged the wetlands be asked to review the plans and give his evaluations. There were suggestions to move the driveway to the west, which will be looked into as well. The commission approved the permit to rebuild the fire damaged house at 24D Rosemary Lane for Thomas Perrelli. They also approved a permit for 35 Levesque Road for deposit of fill within 100 feet of a wetland for Bill Krupeck. A proposal by Randy Bernotas to repair a seawall within the lakebed at 257 Bai-
wants to install a 12,000-gallon water tank outside of the 100-foot review and with proper erosion and sedimentation controls. Vito discussed a few properties he looked into since the last meeting and noted the first public hearing for Happy Acres will be at the next regularly scheduled meeting in January. During the chairman’s report, Darin Overton said the Board of Selectmen reappointed Marianne Corona and Irene Angiletta to the commission. Melissa Kowal has resigned. (From minutes/Stephanie Wilcox)
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The first order of business at the Dec. 16 Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency meeting was to address a violation for filling within 100 feet of a wetland review area and filling of wetlands at Jim Malcolm’s property, 369 Baileyville Road. Attorney Corona said filling was brought onto the site last fall and some of the material from the excavation was placed around the dwelling on the property near a stone crossing the brook. The crossing had been damaged by vehicles and Malcolm planned to fix it. Corona said
leyville Road was briefly discussed without Bernotas in attendance. Members then discussed regulating the docks and seawalls in the lake area and what the commission and state DEP should be overseeing. The town of Middlefield was granted approval by the commission for removing excess soil within 100 feet of a wetland at town beach, 56 Lake Shore Drive. Marianne Corona will contact DEP to attend a meeting to discuss Lake Beseck. The commission talked about Calvanese and Kastner LLC proposed various regulated activities with 100 feet of a wetland at 31 Powder Hill Road. Wetlands officer Lee Vito reported that Zygo property had issues with kids building a fort in the woods, complete with a wood stove, which causes fire concerns. A contractor installed an apron off the street, which was over 100 feet from the wetlands, but Vito received many calls. Middlefield Fire Department
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The business would operate out of a preexisting unit from DiNatale Rental and involve vehicle and equipment repair. No vehicle sales would occur on the site, nor would any parts be sold from it. Representing the applicant, attorney John Corona stated that fixed operating hours were not planned for the site due to its location in the heavy industrial zone. However, Corona offered to have the doors closed at certain times if the commission asked it. Outside car storage is planned for the site, but no signage is proposed for the site. The one comment on the proposal came from resident Terry Peters, who pointed out that DiNatale Rentals has 80 units at the location. Peters felt that a potential of 80 auto repair businesses was problematic and felt such a business shouldn’t operate out of a storage warehouse. The commission chose to leave the hearing open until at least their Jan. 6 meeting. During the commission’s regular meeting, Town Planner Geoff Colegrove pointed out that the state will likely tighten up its grant requirements. As such, he suggested that the town may want to revise its Plan of Development to better fit with the standards of the state. The commission also discussed how some of the fuel tanks near Mountain Road may not be permitted by the site plans for the various locations. However, Colegrove stated that if the commission is going to look into one site, they need to check on all of them. (Chuck Corley)
Malcolm should have come before the commission regarding the crossing, though he has a right to maintain it. There was also material placed near the channel, but Corona did not believe any was placed in the channel; and some of the material contains asphalt, which Corona felt was a clean fill. All of the material was delivered by a contractor and a majority of it will be removed, he said. A plan of restoration was requested by the commission, and Corona noted that Malcolm understands he is not to begin cleaning up without approval from the commission. The second item was a proposed construction of a house, well, septic system and driveway within 100 feet of wetlands on Stowe Street and Jackson Hill Road for Mark Gribko. Pat Benjamin, representing Gribko, noted that requested revisions have been made, including the addition of a conservation easement and a rain garden, since the
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Benchwarmers recognize the scholar athletes for the fall sports season
The Benchwarmers begin recognizing scholar athletes of the fall season with these three atletes. The second set of three will be featured in next week’s Town Times.
win against East Hampton, a sweep for the season. “People weren’t expecting a lot from us, it felt like we had to prove them wrong. I think we did that.” The Blue Devils finished the regular season at six wins, seven losses, three ties, and were seeded 20th out of 22 teams in the class S tournament. The team played well in the states. In the first round, they beat the 13th ranked East Granby squad 1-0. They prevailed once more by upsetting the fourth ranked Terryville team 1-0. Luck ran out for the ladies against St Bernard’s in the quarterfinal game. Taylor and mates were defeated 2-0. She was placed on the all-conference team at the fall sports banquet.
Taylor Edinger. Senior Taylor Edinger, #6, playing center mid-fielder for coach Tim Shuler, completed her final season for the girls’ soccer team. Honored here for the second year in a row, she has been an important presence at her position which she describes as “where a lot of the action is.” The signature game in league play was the second
Taylor is starting at the number four spot on the varsity girls basketball team, as the quick, athletic Blue Devils are off and running with a 3-0 record to start the season.
Other than club soccer, Taylor does not compete in the spring. Admitting that she feels too busy with her studies right now, she is still “knuckling down” and hasn’t caught “senioritis” as yet. With applications in to UConn, Springfield, Va Tech and East Carolina, Edinger hopes to major in physical therapy. Before she begins, she will work this summer at a bakery on the Jersey shore again. Her thoughts on settling down after college, “I don’t know yet; I’m just going to see how it goes.”
Makayla Davis, senior, has competed in girls Cross Country for coach Lavinia Vigue four years, becoming a varsity runner as a sophomore. Initially urged on by a friend and neighbor as a great way to work out, Davis found it hard as a freshman, but wanted to improve. “From then on, I got better. This year was definitely my best. I was typically the number two finisher throughout the year, and finished in the upper fifth in the conference meet. My teammates gave me the “100 percent Award” for my effort.” Unfortunately, although the ladies were invited to the state class championship, they were not allowed to participate because they could not field enough runners. The flu was the reason, and Maykayla was one of the three that suffered from it. “I was looking forward to that race, my last for the team.”
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On the bright side, she expects good things in the coming years for the young harriers because only two will graduate this spring. Playing second base for the perennially excellent District 13 softball team, she looks forward to yet another season with great potential. “Other than our starting pitcher and left fielder, our team is intact.” Davis mentioned that she also has been dancing for 15 years, a life long interest. She does tap, jazz and hip-hop. An excellent student, Davis is a member of and president of the National Honor Society. She has also participated in Eco, the Class Council and EDGE, the group that does peer advocacy concerning drugs and drinking. Admitting that she does “homework all the time” she still finds time for fun with friends, shopping and “going out to eat. I’ll always love that.” Makayla is considering a career as a chiropractor. In college, she would like to major in Sports Biology or Kinesiology, with Northeastern her favorite choice. “I’m kind of excited to move on” she said. Although looking forward to continued studies, she is also thrilled to be going to Costa Rica with a friend just after graduation.
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The Coginchaug Devils basketball team rises again in 2009 By Tim Rizzo Special to the Town Times This year will be a very interesting year for the Coginchaug Blue Devils basketball team, one that could be considered a rebuilding year, but the players see it as just another season. After losing graduating seniors Matt Biesak, James Carmichael and Mike Markowski to col-
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ent and chemistry.” Jeff remains optimistic for this year’s team and rightfully so
under head coach Todd Salva who has led the team to the State tournament the past three years. To get to that glorious ending of winning a state and shoreline championship they will have to face the same rough schedule of teams such as North Branford, Cromwell and Hyde Leadership among many others. The success of this team could very well rely on knowing one another and trusting each other on the
court. As senior guard Ben Shoudy says, “Can we learn to play as a team? We’ll go very far if we can, but without that cooperation we’re going to have a rough year.” Sounds like this team’s success could very well rely on one teammate knowing another like the back of his hand. Look for the Blue Devils to have another solid year under Coach Salva’s wing. These fast-paced players will make some noise this year, for sure.
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did a great job trying new things, fitting the best players in the right positions. During summer workouts we knew we were going somewhere and needed to be respected. We worked really hard.” The Hawks outscored opponents through the first ten games 300-163, roughly double. They were the number one ranked team in MM much of the year. With big targets on their backs. The Cromwell game would loom larger now. It was an exciting, competitive game that Cromwell won 24-20 in a battle of huge momentum swings and freakish plays that affected the outcome. No doubt the Hawks were outclassed by the East Lyme team in the playoffs. Nick felt that playing them was like “playing an L school, with big, hard hitting players. They made big plays against us while we fell apart, at least mentally.” Winter finds D’Aquila in the gym lifting and also playing indoor tennis in preparation for the spring season. Nick has been competing at the #2 singles position and expects to move to the #1 slot in his final season. He is looking forward to a winning season with eight seniors providing a solid core. An honor student, Nick has been accepted to the University of New Haven as well as CCSU. He will major in Construction Management, wanting to establish himself in a larger city and work on bigger projects. For now he will content himself over the summer by detailing boats before he pushes forward, “trusting his blocks.”
court then last year. He said, “this is a different style team and we still have a lot of tal-
lege, the team looks to build off their 16-4 regular season record from last year. The team hopes to improve on their opening round exit to Old Saybrook in Shorelines and their respectable second round loss to Stafford in states. Senior power forward and varsity starter since his sophomore year, Jeff Tiedemann feels the change. “Our team’s a lot faster and will apply a lot more pressure and is more excited on the
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A new group of Coginchaug players (mostly first graders) are practicing and playing at Ultimate Sports in their U8 league. It is a great location for this age group with a small field and a very friendly staff. With MVP designations each game and the ultimate prize of a three-foot high trophy, these little ones are highly motivated to succeed. At 2-1, it is shaping up to be an exciting and successful season.
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Local Coginchaug Soccer Club players are at it again this winter with the help of their sponsor Lino’s Market. This year Lino sponsored two teams in two age groups. Last year’s Ultimate Sports Champions have moved up and are playing in a more competitive, U10 league at CFC in Hamden. They are playing against teams from Milford to Meriden. The age difference has been very challenging for this U9 team, but the players are as excited as ever.
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Thanks to the soccer club for igniting the interest in the sport for so many of the local young boys and girls and thanks to the local sponsor Lino.
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Seniors steady in win at North Branford for first game out-rebounded the home team by a 40 to 20 margin, but they surrendered that advantage in the turnover department, with 22 turnovers compared to seven for North Branford. The game was marred with 47 fouls, resulting in 56 foul shots, resulting in a very long and late game. Tiedemann led Coginchaug with 21 points, 12 of those in the last seven minutes of the game, including overtime. He also earned 11 rebounds, three assists and a steal. Hewitt scored 16 points, added 11 rebounds, a steal and an assist. Wasyl rounded out the
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double-digit scoring with 11 points, and also had five rebounds, four assists and a steal. Tommy Ryan scored nine points, three rebounds and added a steal and an assist. Andrew Markowski scored seven points, pulled down four rebounds and had two assists. Ethan Donecker provided a big spark off the bench, scoring the Devils first two field goals at the four minute mark to keep things close, and ending with six points, four re-
bounds, an assist and a steal. Ed Ruddy scored two points on a rebound put-back as time expired in the first half, giving the Devils a three-point lead and a boost going into the locker room. He also had a rebound and an assist. EJ Luther had an assist and a rebound. Ben Shoudy also played. The Devils played their first home game on Tuesday vs. Morgan, and will have a make game on Monday, Dec. 28, at Valley Regional.
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Gong into this season, I wondered where the Coginchaug boys would get the scoring to make up for Matt Biesak’s departure and the rebounding to make up for James Carmichael’s absence, both lost to graduation. The picture seemed to come into focus on Wednesday, Dec. 16, as the Devils visited the Thunderbirds of North Branford. All five starters had solid efforts, but the seniors in that group, Jeff Tiedemann and Eric Hewitt, each put up double digits in both scoring and rebounding. More important, they kept their composure when the game was on the line, coming from five points down with three minutes left to tie the game in regulation. Sophomore Erikson Wasyl grabbed an offensive rebound near the foul line with just seconds left and dropped in the put-back going down the lane to ensure the continuation of the game at 55–55. Coginchaug had trailed by seven after one period, went ahead by three at the half, faded in the third period to trail by 6, then came back for the tie with Wasyl’s bucket. The Blue Devils kept their composure and the Thunderbirds did not, resulting in a 7261 win for the visiting Devils.
Both teams committed two fouls in the overtime period, but both of North Branford’s fouls were followed by technical fouls, resulting in a total of eight foul shots by Coginchaug, with five of those converted (three by regulation hero Wasyl). The seniors dominated the overtime effort, with Tiedemann hitting all three of his shots in the period (he was 8 for 10 for the game, 5 of 6 from the charity stripe), and Hewitt dropping in two baskets and grabbing three rebounds in the extra period. There were two notable stats for Coginchaug – they
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