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Friday, April 22, 2016

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Before the public hearing on April 13, RSD13 Director of Information Technology Rich Fielding helps Superintendent of Schools Kathryn Veronesi with some of the presentation’s technology. The public hearing was the first to be livestreamed by the district on its website. The board’s vote on the budget was delayed until April 15, then passed unanimously. | Mark Dionne / Town Times

RSD13 budget cut and moved to referendum Board vote was originally delayed at April 13 hearing By Mark Dionne Town Times

At a 3 p.m. meeting on Friday, April 15, the RSD13 Board of Education voted to make further reductions to the proposed 2016-17 school budget and passed the budget on to a referendum on May 3. The net proposed budget for 2016-17 is $34,844,142 or negative 2.14 percent compared to the current year.

The final gross budget figure, which will appear on the ballot, is $36,705,601, representing a 2.16 percent drop. Following the recommendation from the BOE two days earlier to find more cuts without impacting programming, Superintendent of Schools Kathryn Veronesi brought reductions in the salary line and capital expenses to the April 15 meeting. A vote was delayed on April 13 after a lengthy public hearing because board members wanted to get a specific Minimum Budget Requirement number from

the state before moving the budget on or exploring further reductions. The capital reserve expense line reserved for track and field replacement was cut by $65,000. The capital reserve line funds long term expenses by funding a portion each year. The surface of the track and field area generally has an anticipated 10-year life span. Projected life span for the district’s track and field surface increased to 15 years because of lighter use. The cut means the track and See Budget / Page A15

Middlefield native Berry in UHart senior art show By Mark Dionne Town Times

Tyler Berry, who grew up drawing in Middlefield and RSD13 schools, is part of the senior art show at the University of Hartford. Berry is receiving his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration in May and has contributed six paintings to the show. The artist estimates that he spent about 400 hours on the work in the last two and a half months. Berry’s art experience began much earlier and more locally. “I was always drawing, but in eighth grade I really started it, more as a hobby. I had no idea what art was. I just did what I liked,” he said. At Coginchaug Regional High School, then-art teacher Jan Wenzel set the young artist up with independent drawing classes. Berry said he

took some 12 semesters worth of independent drawing. Wenzel also encouraged Berry to go to art school. Initially a Graphic Design and Illustration double major, Berry decided to focus on Illustration. In Illustration, “they teach you fundamental skills like anatomy and perspective that you don’t really get with other majors,” he pointed out. Berry also switched to oil paints as a medium about two years into his college career. All six of the paintings in the senior art show are oil paintings. For the show, Berry created three large figurative paintings. “These were an allegory about environmental sustainability,” he said. The other three are still lifes, which had a practical benefit. “I really wanted to See Berry / Page A6

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The 2016 Durham Memorial Day Parade is scheduled for Monday, May 30, rain or shine. The parade plans to step off at 9:15 a.m. at the corner of Haddam Quarter Road and Main Street, and continue down Main Street to the Durham Town Green. Parade participants should assemble at the corner between 8:15 and 8:30 a.m.

A ceremony at the Town Green, honoring our nation’s servicemen and servicewomen, follows the parade. Organizations who wish to participate in the parade or anyone who knows of a current Durham of Middlefield resident currently serving in the military are asked to contact Parade Chairman Bob Francis at 610-295-3904 or rfranwp80@yahoo.com.

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The Greater Middletown Quilt Guild-Heart of the Valley recently delivered friendship quilts to the Middlesex Memorial Hospital Hospice Unit. The purpose of the organization is to preserve the tradition, the culture, and the history of quilting; and to promote the knowledge and understanding of all aspects of quilting .From left: Bonnie Olesen, Gabriela Bartunek, Nadine Chambers.

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Traditional tea In celebration of Middlefield’s 150th birthday, a traditional tea is planned for Saturday, May 14, 1 p.m., at the Lyman Homestead. A fee is charged. Seating is limited. The event is hosted by Gwen Brayshaw. For more information and to reserve tickets, call Netta O’Connor at 860-349-9497. After reserving, tickets must be purchased (in person) at the Middlefield Town Clerk’s office.

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Friday, April 22, 2016

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In Brief Ever Upward Gala

Today Tot Time - MOMS Club of Durham/Middlefield has scheduled Tot Times for Fridays, 10 a.m., at Peckham Park, Middlefield. Durham and Middlefield babies, toddlers and children are welcome. No registration required. For more information, email momsdurhammiddlefield@gmail.com.

Ukulele - Middlefield Ukulele Club is scheduled to meet Saturday, April 23, Earthfest celebration 9 to 11 a.m., at the MiddleThe North Guilford Nursery School has scheduled a cow field Community Center, 405 chip raffle and Earthfest cel- Main St. Ukulele players at any level or those interested ebration for Saturday, April 23 at Dudley Farm Museum. in trying the instrument are The free event includes farm welcome. For more information, contact Cindy at 860vendors, demonstrations, 860-5656 or at lucyr1953@ food music, crafts, a cow icloud.com. chip raffle and more. For Dinner - St. James Epismore information, call Amy copal Church, corner of Rt. at 203-457-0808.

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CHESHIRE — The common theme in the Record-Journal Invitational each spring revolves around fun. No team scores are kept and there is a free and easy vibe among the area schools as they take to the track and field. But the 2016 edition was all about the great thaw. The sun was emerged in full force and the athletes had their first opportunity to compete this spring without shivering or dodging rain drops ... or snow flakes.

Given that frigid start, Friday, April 15 marked Maloney’s first chance to take the track this season in a meet. Sheehan, Lyman Hall and Coginchaug had all roughed out the cold and wet weather for a few meets prior to the R-J festivities. Platt and Southington did not attend. The Panthers missed the invitational due to competing in a make-up dual meet on Thursday, April 14. The Blue Knights opted out because they are on April break. The R-J meet may have been an early season test, See Meet / Page A5

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Coginchaug’s Jessica Drop doubled in the 800 (2:16.86) and the 1,600 (5:02.6). Samantha Drop took the 3,200 (11.02.4). The Lyman Hall girls had four individual winners in MacKenzie Wall (110 hurdles, 16.2), Kiersty Neeman (pole vault, 7-6), Alexa Eves (javelin, 104-0) and Aquila Providence (discus, 94-3). Cheshire’s Angela Zhu nabbed first in the shot put (32.5) and Elizabeth Goul was tops in the high jump (4-8). Sheehan’s lone individual winner in girls action was Double-winners on the with Sarah Clark, Peter Bel- Maddie Burns in the 400 (1:01.4). girls side included Cheshire lantonio and Andrew Levy. Collin McMahon claimed “I got a personal record standout Janaia Skibitcky, who took the long jump (17- today in the 100,” Zumer9½) and the triple jump (34 chik said. “I was more confident today and this is better 6¾). Fellow Ram Janine Zumer- weather than it’s been. Our chik doubled in the 100 (12.9) first meet was very windy and ran a leg on the victori- and cold.” Cheshire’s Bellantonio was ous 4x100 co-ed relay (47.5). The senior co-captain won it also golden in the 400 (51.9).

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but several athletes were in mid-season form. Among the double-winners was Sheehan junior Zach Davis, who dominated the sprints by taking the 100 in 10.7 seconds and the 200 in 22.9. “An early meet like this helps with confidence and you can see what your competitors are going to be like and as a team you see where you stand,” Davis said. Cheshire’s Ethan LaChance won the javelin (160-4) and finished the meet by anchoring the 4x400 relay. The Rams won that race in 4.04.15 with LaChance, David Amann, Abigail DelVecchio and Giselle Zumerchik. “David Amann brought us all the way to the front in his third leg and gave us a nice lead,” LaChance said. “I was out of steam and I just wanted to make it to the end.” Lyman Hall’s Jon Gill earned wins in the 800 (1:57.4) and the 1,600 (4:42.5). Gill went back and forth with Sheehan standout Griffin Cobb in an exciting 800. “I had a 58 in the first lap and kept going,” Gill said. “It’s going to fun to battle all year with Griffin because we never run the same exact time.” Each participant was limited to two events.

the long jump with a leap of 17 7½ for the Titan boys. Lyman Hall’s Jon Witik, an indoor state champ, blitzed the field in the 110 hurdles in 15.0. “Witik, Wall and Gill are off to great starts of the spring,” Lyman Hall coach Ed Neilander said. “We’re not a huge team, but I’m happy with our performance today overall. We excited about facing Sheehan next Friday. It’s going to be a close meet.” Lukas Miranda was Maloney’s lone individual victor. The senior was first in the triple jump (38-1). “This is a great meet to see where we are at time-wise and distance-wise,” Maloney coach Don Askew said. “Our boys team is the biggest it has

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CVEF grants available The Coginchaug Valley Education Foundation is accepting applications for the 2016-2017 year grant cycle. CVEF is a non-profit community based organization whose mission is to “promote excellence, innovation and creativity in education for our communities.” CVEF gives priority to new and creative ideas; projects that promote educational opportunities for adults as well as school-aged citizens; projects that meet a perceived need in our communities; projects that include a clearly defined plan and objective; projects with built-in sustainability.

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CHESHIRE — Sunday, April 17, marked nine years to the day that Prospect’s Frank Monteiro was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. He spent the morning with over 2,000 of his closest friends. About 2,200 participated in Cheshire’s annual Travelers Walk MS, which started and ended at the high school. Monteiro’s team, Frank’s Entourage, was the largest, both in number of walkers (160) and money raised ($85,000). “I was miserable and depressed when I found out I have MS and now I smile and laugh,” Monteiro said. “The message is: You have MS — MS doesn’t have you.

Live your life to the fullest every day, get involved and do things that are going to keep you active. The more active you are, the better off you’re going to be.” Monteiro said Frank’s Entourage started as a way to celebrate his 40th birthday in 2009. “No one knew what to get me, so they started the team,” he said. “Over the years, we’ve raised close to half a million dollars. My version of MS isn’t as bad as others. If we help one, two or three people, we’re doing what we’re supposed to do.” More than 6, 500 Connecticut residents battle the effects of multiple sclerosis, a potentially debilitating disease that affects the cen-

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Sunday. In addition to her teacher, her father, Manuel, also has MS. “My dad is very important in my life, she said. “He’s helped me with everything and been there all the time for me. Mrs. Langlois is just the best teacher I could ever imagine having. She’s very caring. It breaks your heart to see all these people suffering, but it’s nice to see people care for others who have MS.” Michelle Zimnoch, director of special events for the Connecticut Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, said there are nine Walk MS events split across two weekends in Connecticut. Cheshire’s is always the largest in the state, even bigger than East Hartford’s walk at Rentschler Field. “It’s had a phenomenal run,” Zimnoch said. “The walk has been in Cheshire for many, many years and they have a lot of very large teams in this area. Part of the success is Cheshire High School, which lends itself to such a great environment for walkers. The town of Cheshire has always been super supportive of this event. It’s a great marriage.” People turned out in droves Sunday, with teams with colorful T-shirts and name like Frank’s Entourage, Paula’s Pride and Pat’s Peeps hitting the pavement in hopes of creating a world free of MS. The morning started with registration, light snacks and face painting, while WPLR-FM blasted tunes on site. Pam from the radio station’s “Chaz and AJ in the Morning” show inspired the enthusiastic crowd, which got loose with a pre-walk Zumba workout. Walkers had the choice of two routes — 4.4 miles or 3.1 miles. The event concluded with a Subway lunch. The funds raised will go toward scientific research as well as programs and services for people afflicted with MS. “It is a beautiful thing,” Langlois said. “It’s special to see the way the town and the community comes together.”

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At right, Coginchaug’s Samantha Loffredo competes in the long jump during the Record-Journal Invitational on April 15 at Cheshire High School. At far right, Coginchaug’s Lauren Melchionne with her first attempt in the discus. | Photos by Justin Weekes / For the Town Times

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Open house at Rushford Rushford, which offers comprehensive treatment for mental health and substance abuse disorders at locations across the region, has scheduled an open house, Friday, April 22, noon to 5p.m., at its new location, 680 South Main St., Cheshire. The public is welcome. Rushford opened the cen-

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Arbor Day planting dedication The Durham Garden Club and the Town Green Revitalization Committee are scheduled to dedicate11 trees on the Town Green on Saturday, April 23, 10:30 a.m., culminating with refreshments at the Durham Public Library. The trees, which were planted last October, continue a garden club civic beautification program be-

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Obituaries Dominick D’Alessio Gaylordsville. Dominick was born on Sept. 20, 1947, to Vincent and Emily D’Alessio (Napolitano). He graduated from New Milford High School and attended University of Connecticut where he majored in business administration. Dominick was the owner of D’Alessio & Company, an executive recruiting firm for over 25 years. His passion was his family and to help all those less fortunate. A memorial Mass was held on Thursday, April 21, at St Peter Church, 30 St. Peter Lane, Higganum. Father Peter officiated the ceremony. As an expression of sympathy, a memorial contribution may be sent to Pancreatic Cancer (PanCan) at www.pancan.org, mailing address PanCan, 1500 Rosecrans Ave-

nue, Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 or by calling 877-272-6226. The family would like to thank Dr. Stacey Stein and Infusion Nurse Amy Handley both of Yale Smilow Cancer Center. As well as Dr. Christopher Wolfgang

of Johns Hopkins Hospital in addition to the many wonderful nurses who took such special care of Dominick during his illness. And finally, a very special thank you to God-daughter, Danielle D’Alessio; and sisterin-law, Elaine Todd for their

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Harry P. Aivano MIDDLEFIELD — Harry P. Aivano, 95, of Middlefield, husband of the late Helen (Williams) Aivano, died Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at his home. Harry was born in Middletown, the son of the late John and Cornelia (Scaglione) Aivano. Prior to his retirement he was employed for 35 years with IBM as a field engineer. He was a veteran of World War II serving with the U.S. Navy, and a member of the VFW of Middlefield. Harry lived in Durham for over 70 years where he was active in Notre Dame Church. After he retired, he was an avid fisherman and gardener. He is survived by his son, John P. Aivano and his wife, Patricia, of Houston, Texas; two daughters, Susan A. Hall and her husband, John, of Santo Fe, N.M., and Sandra A. Bouton and her husband, William, of Easton; five grandchildren, Michael J. Aivano and his wife, Olga, Rachael A. Moore

and her husband, Douglas, Matthew A. Bouton and his wife, Medina, David C. Bouton, and Elizabeth R. Bouton; two great-grandchildren, Evelyn Moore and Layla Bouton, a sister, Sylvia (Aivano) Blatehley, of Wilmington, N.C.; also several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Albino Aivano. The funeral liturgy was held Tuesday, April 19, at Notre Dame Church, Main St., Durham. Burial with military honors will be privately held at the State Veterans Cemetery, Middletown. Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Notre Dame Church, Main St., Durham, CT 06422 or to CT Soldiers Sailors and Marines Fund, 864 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford, CT 06114. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.

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Anthony Marzi, a star pitcher at Berlin High School and UConn, is hoping to regenerate his career in the Atlantic League with the New Britain Bees after getting cut late in spring training by the New York Yankees. | Justin Weekes / For Town Times

Bees buzzing with local talent Just how local are our local sports teams? It turns out, for many, the answer is not very. Let’s take a look at some Connecticut college basketball teams, for instance. The UConn men’s 2015-16 squad included just two players for Connecticut, and the women’s team had one. Even the Central Connecticut State University hoops programs — which, of course, don’t have nearly the recruiting reach that UConn does — weren’t exactly overflow-

ing with local talent this past season. The CCSU women’s team featured one Connecticut player on its roster, and the Blue Devil men had exactly zero. Yes, a great many “local” teams are local in name and zip code only. This is why it has been so refreshing to see the New Britain Bees — a professional team — signing one baseball player after another with Connecticut ties for their inaugu-

Letter to the Editor Just say ‘no’ to vaccines To the editor: I am a retired pediatric hematologist-oncologist, formerly on the full-time and clinical faculties of the Yale-New Haven Medical Center. I’m a member of the International Medical Council on Vaccination (www. vaccinationcouncil.org), an organization of physicians and other health-care professionals who advocate for

parental choice and educate about the hazards of vaccinations. Vaccines are useful to prevent some lethal diseases — tetanus, diphtheria, severe bacterial infection, rabies. Milder childhood diseases (chickenpox and measles) have limited and short-term vaccine efficacy. Each vaccine is extremely toxic, containing aluminum, mercury, cancer viruses, See Letter / Page A16

ral season. “We want as many local kids as we can that are good ballplayers,” Bees manager Stan Cliburn said. The Bees’ roster includes Southington native and Xavier High School graduate Nick Greenwood, Berlin High School grad Anthony Marzi, Bristol Eastern alum Kevin Rivers, and Jovan Rosa, out of East Hartford. Other Bees are Josh Zeid, See Editorial / Page A16

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Have you ever tried to open a bottle of something or other and felt like you were in for the fight of your life? The object of your attention can be so ornery. Now I know that all the wrapping is there for a reason. It lets us know that we are the first to dip into that particular product. It’s meant to comfort us. It just annoys me. For instance, you would not believe (or maybe you would) the battles that my medicines and I have engaged in. And if you didn’t have a headache before squaring off with that bottle of aspirin, you soon will. Am I supposed to twist clockwise? Nope, that didn’t work. I’ll try counterclockwise. Nope. Oh, here’s some teensy writing telling me that I must squeeze the arrows while simultaneously twisting. I always thought this demanded just a bit too much dexterity and coordination on my part. And while I am furiously twisting and squeezing, those ridges on the sides of the cap are doing a number on me. By the time the bottle finally obeys me and releases its contents, my fingers are, well, not raw exactly, but not far from it. And don’t get me started on the olive oil! (I know, you didn’t mean to.) It has miles of black stuff hugging its cap that I cannot, for the life of me, manage to peel off with any degree of ease. And after nearly wrestling it to the ground, I am now in for round two. There’s a cork that also seems to be a bit surly and does not wish for me to go any further. Honestly, if someone else had dipped into my olive oil be-

fore it arrived at my house, I don’t think I would mind so much, if it meant I would have easy access. I’ve had to face-off with beverages, too. Those bottles hold onto their contents like they were guarding the king’s gold. It makes a good case for sticking with water. And as if all this weren’t enough, there’s the frustration of trying to open a package. All packages, I have found, want to give you a run for your money. It seems to require Herculean strength just to pry open their jaws. You unravel one layer, after much yanking and tearing and cutting, only to find four more layers. I would go take an aspirin for the headache all this exertion has given me, but you know how that’s going to go. So after a day of nearly coming to fisticuffs with just about everything in my house, I mosey on over to the couch to watch some much-needed TV. And if I could just turn it on, that would be awesome. Three remote controls, and none of them seem to want to do their job. For what seems like eons I am staring at that dark screen, pushing buttons like crazy. Hopefully, my Magic Box will come on by the time the credits are rolling. Sigh! Diana Carr, a resident of Durham, is the author of “Everyday Things: A Year of Reflection on Just About Everything.” You can find this collection of her columns on Amazon. She is also a certified life coach who was trained by Martha Beck. You can contact Diana at princessdi7@sbcglobal.net.

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based on the expectation that not all employees will draw their full salaries in 2016-2017. The budget was originally proposed with a 1.48 percent decrease. The March 16 reduction brought it down to a 1.85 percent decrease and it will go to referendum with a 2.16 percent decrease. Just before Friday’s meeting, the state informed the district that the Minimum Budget Requirement, the figure that would trigger a financial penalty if the district dropped below, could drop by $183,632 more than the previous state calculation due to the closing of Korn Elementary School. The proposed reductions bring the proposed expenditures down approximately $812,000 from the current school year, a figure above the MBR floor. According to BOE Chair Kerrie Flanagan, the vote was unanimous to move the budget to referendum. Two BOE members participated remotely at the meeting, which was scheduled the day before.

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LEGISLATOR OF THE YEAR

State Rep. Noreen Kokoruda (Madison, Durham) participated in an American Cancer Society Action Network Day sponsored by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network at the Capitol in Hartford on Wednesday, March 30. ACS CAN is the nation’s leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority. The event allowed legislators, families, organizations and government leaders to speak openly about the impacts of cancer, advancements in treatment and, hopefully, one day, its elimination.

The Connecticut Council of Family Services Agencies named state Sen. Danté Bartolomeo (D-Meriden) as its 28th recipient of the annual Family Legislator of the Year award. Bartolomeo was recognized for her work to support the mission of CCFSA to strengthen Connecticut’s children and families. She serves as co-chair of the Children’s and the Higher Education and Employment Advancement committees and is a member of the Appropriations and Education committees.

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a New Haven native who attended Hamden Hall, Cole Johnson, an Ohio native living in Newington, and Anthony Hewitt, who prepped in Connecticut at the Salisbury School. Now this is a “local” team. “We’re excited about the players with local ties that we’ve announced for the inaugural roster,” Bees media

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nonhuman DNA fragments, mixed antigens, allergens (egg, etc.), embalming fluid allows them to stay on the ra- and immunosuppressants. dar for a while longer, and po- Strong evidence is linktentially draw the attention of ing these contaminants to the guys with big checkbooks. autism, learning and bePlayers refusing to give up havior disorders, chronic inflammation (including the on the dream. A team with serious local brain), and chronic disease flavor. This is something to cheer about.

relations manager Chris Knoblock said. “There is some fantastic homegrown talent that will don Bees uniforms this season.” The Bees, who call New Britain Stadium home, are a member of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, which is not affiliated with Major League Baseball. So, for many Bees, New BritThis editorial was published ain will be their last stop in originally in the Meriden the sport. But this opportunity Record-Journal

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House Majority Leader Joe Aresimowicz (D – Berlin/ Southington) and House Republican Leader Themis Klarides (R – Derby) hosted “Manufacturing Day at the Capitol” to celebrate the progress Connecticut is making in its efforts to grow manufacturing jobs in Connecticut.

Trump opens HQ on Berlin Turnpike By Mary Ellen Godin Special to Town Times

BERLIN —With the state primary looming, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump opened his statewide campaign headquarters in a small plaza on the Berlin Turnpike. Trump signs with the familiar “Make America Great Again” slogan dotted the plaza lawn and decorated the storefront windows. A campaign worker said Wednesday, April 13, he was unauthorized to speak about the campaign and referred all questions to

Trump’s press office. Trump supporters from as far away as Danbury arrived at the headquarters last Wednesday to pick up signs. “When he gets the nomination, I think he’s going to be a lot smoother and quieter,” said Barry Connell, a former member of the Republican State Central Committee. “He’s only been in politics for eight months. It’s very difficult. I think he’s going to do well.” Helen Bergenty, 86, is the coordinator for the Donald See Trump / Page A22

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Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.

Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Find great local eats - MenusCT.com Adelphia Café 476 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-535-0149 Family owned/operated. Former proprietors of the Neptune Diner in Wallingford. Extensive menu for all tastes. Breakfasts, luncheons and special dinners. All baking on premises.

Athena 2 Diner

320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years.

AJ’s Oasis Café

142 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 203-634-4912 facebook.com/ajsoasiscafe Family owned, operated. Daily Lunch specials serving American Cuisine. Recipient of Record-Journal’s Peoples Choice award Best Wings. Kitchen open M.-Sat. 10 - 10, Sun. 11-10

Brew and Steak Kings 600 N Colony Rd Wallingford, CT 06492 203-626-5084 www.bskings.com

Serving only Angus Beef. 24 Craft Beers on Tap. Happy Hour Specials 6 days a week. Call for Reservations.

Colony Diner

Dino’s Seafood

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E.J. Nevins Pub

Giulio’s Pizza

Green Olive Diner and Pizzeria Restaurant

611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for old-fashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.

124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford! Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.

126 Middletown Ave North Haven, CT 06473 203-239-3515 giuliospizza.com Your hosts, the Gagliardi Family, welcome you. Proudly serving pizza, sandwiches, appetizers & dinners. Enjoy a drink at Top Shelf Lounge, adjacent to Giulio’s!

540 Washington Ave North Haven, CT (203) 239-5548 www.dinosseafood.com Dino’s, a family business has the highest quality seafood at reasonable prices. We offer eat-in or take-out and a private banquet room for any occasion.

630 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-234-0690 ejnevinspub.wix.com/ejnevinspub Offers fresh homemade pub food. Kitchen stays open until 12am! Happy Hour Specials weekdays 4-7pm, Sun 10-1am. 40 plus Beers! Featuring traditional Irish food.

Town Line Square Shopping Center 477 S Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450 (203) 379- 0927 greenolivediner.com Green Olive creates a memorable dining experience for each guest. This comes from great cuisine, fine wine, comfortable ambiance and impeccable service. 28408-01

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Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.

Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Find great local eats - MenusCT.com Hard Hat Cafe 181 N. Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 203-626-5190 hardhatcafect.com 15 beers on tap, 12 large screen TV’s, happy hour, drink specials and world famous wings.

Jade Garden Chinese Restaurant

519 West Main Street Meriden, CT 06451 203-235-9123 Open Tues-Thurs 11am-10pm. Fri & Sat 11am-11pm. Sunday 12 noon - 10pm. Closed Monday. We deliver (delivery charges apply). Minimum order of $12 or more.

Libby’s Italian Pastry Shop

Ridgeside Tavern

Silver City Sports Bar & Grill

Slanted Shanty Grill & Café

Spartan II Pizza Restaurant & Lounge

Ted’s Restaurant

310 Washington Avenue North Haven ,CT 06473 203.234.2530 www.libbyscookies.com A family owned and operated bakery located off I-91 in North Haven. We specialize in Italian pastries, pies, cakes, ice cream and traditional holiday desserts.

275 Research Pkwy Meriden, CT 06450 203-608-7157 www.facebook.com/SilverCitySportsBarandGrill The place for all your favorite Sports. New Happy Hour menu & drink specials. Relax and enjoy spending time with your friends and family.

930 Old Meriden-Waterbury Road Plantsville, CT 06479 860-276-0090 Come enjoy our extensive menu offering everything from pizza, pasta, seafood, prime rib, grinders & club sandwiches & more. Restaurant, lounge and banquet room.

99 Powder Hill Road Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 852-5444 www.fireattheridge.com Causal neighborhood dining with beautiful mountain views. Craft beers/ cocktails specials, weekly live music and tap takeovers. There’s always something special going on inside the Tavern!

1169 Meriden Waterbury Tpke. Plantsville, CT 860-863-5963 Family owned/operated. Daily Specials, Happy Hour & Weekly Entertainment. An Attentive Staff, creating AN ATMOSPHERE BEYOND COMPARE.

1046 Broad Street Meriden, CT 06450 203-237-6660 tedsrestaurant.com The only known restaurant in the US that exclusively sells STEAMED CHEESEBURGERS. Family owned and operated for the past 50 years. Please stop by!

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38th Annual Meriden Daffodil Festival th Annual 38 Meriden Daffodil Festival 38th Annual Meriden Daffodil Festival Fireworks • 8:30 p.m • Shuttles run until 9 p.m The 28th annual “Daffodils on Parade” • 11:30 a.m.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22Theater:22 Meriden Youth 11:00 a.m. WEDNESDAY, APRIL

Facepainting by Ruth: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Valentin Karate Show: 12:00 p.m. Little Miss Daffodil & Honor Ceremony Tennis courts • 6:30 •p.m • p.m Defender The Sport: 11:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Little Miss Daffodil &Escort Honor Escort Ceremony 6:30 courts • Tennis WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 Bill Hoagland “The Fun Magician”: 1:00 p.m.

Dancin’ With Hoops: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Murderous Chanteuse: 2p.m.–2:45 p.m. Leadership Martial Arts Show: 2:00 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL Curious Animals: 12:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. Little Miss Daffodil24 & Honor Tennis Live courts Broca’s Area: 3:15 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL 24Escort Ceremony • 6:30 p.m • Creatures Pie-Eating Contest: 3 :00 p.m. Municipal “Touch-A-Truck”: 12:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m Braiden Sunshine: 4:30 p.m.– 5:15 p.m. Amusement Rides • Rides 5:30 p.m – CLOSE area • Band •shell Amusement p.m – CLOSE Band shell area • 5:30 Matt the Balloon Guy: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL 24 José Oyola & The Astronauts: 5:45 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. Spider-Man – “Meet and Greet”: 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Chaser Eight: 7:00 p.m.– 7:45 p.m. , APRIL, 25 SATURDAY

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SATURDAY APRIL Amusement Rides • 5:30 p.m 25 – CLOSE • Band shell area •• PARKING • SHUTTLE • 8:30 p.m run until 9 p.m Fireworks 8:30 Fireworks • Shuttles FOOD TENT STAGE ADMISSION , APRIL SATURDAY 25p.m • Shuttles run until 9 p.m FOOD The 28thThe annual on Parade” 28th“Daffodils annual “Daffodils on Parade” 11:30 a.m. • 11:30• a.m. American Elm: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • 8:30 p.m • Shuttles run until 9 p.m Fireworks The Gonkus Brothers: 12:30 p.m.– 2:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 SILVER FORK FOOD TENT The2:30 28th annual “Daffodils on Parade” • 11:30 a.m. River City Slim & The Zydeco Hogs: p.m.– 3:30 p.m. Little Miss Daffodil Honor Escort Ceremony Orquesta Afinke: 4:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m. Stop by and& support the area’s non-profit groups. • 6:30 p.m • Tennis courts CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT

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& ENTERTAINMENTCHILDREN’S MUSIC &MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT The Tet Offensive: 5:30 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. All proceeds go back into the community. Enjoy the great food 24 and friendly atmosphere. The Hoolios: 7:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT SATURDAY, APRIL 30 SATURDAY, APRIL 30 SATURDAY, APRIL Amusement Rides •SATURDAY, 5:30 p.m – CLOSEAPRIL shell • Band SATURDAY, APRIL 30 SATURDAY, APRIL 30 30area30 Fireworks at 8:30 p.m.

, APRIL CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT STAGE SATURDAY 25 ENTERTAINMENT SATURDAY, APRIL 30 WELCOME SATURDAY, APRIL 30 THE JEFF CROOMS STAGECHILDREN’S SATURDAY, APRIL ENTERTAINMENT STAGESundaes, pizza slices,OTHER Italian ice CHILDREN’S fried30 oreo, snickers, mac & cheese, OTHER CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT THE JEFF CROOMS WELCOME STAGE bratwurst,p.m.. hotdogs, ribbon fries w/cheese, Defender the Sport: 8:30BMX p.m run until 9 p.m12:00–5:00 Fireworks • Shuttles Literacy Volunteers Read-Aloud: 1:00•Falcon p.m.. Defender the Sport: p.m.. Steak & cheese sub 12:00–5:00sauerkraut, gatorade, milk SUNDAY, MAY 1 Literacy Volunteers Read-Aloud: 1:00 p.m.. Curious Creatures Live Animals: 1:00–5:00 p.m.. CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT STAGE OTHER CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School a.m. –12:30 p.m. The Furors: 11:45 The 28th annual “Daffodils on Parade” 11:30 a.m. THE JEFF 11:45 CROOMS WELCOME STAGE Meet the “Bee Lady”: 1:30 p.m.. • Curious Creatures Live Animals: 1:00–5:00 p.m.. St. Joseph School Walking tacos Fried dough a.m.–12:30 p.m. The Furors: the 1:30 p.m.. STAGE Facepainting by Ruth: 1:00–5:00 p.m.. THE“Bee JEFF Lady”: CROOMS WELCOME Defender the Sport: 12:00–5:00 p.m.. The Meadows Brothers: 1:00 p.m.–1:45 p.m. Meet Literacy Volunteers Read-Aloud: Facepainting by Ruth: 1:00–5:00 p.m.. Valentin Karate Show:1:00 2:00p.m.. p.m. The Meadows Brothers: 1:00 p.m.–1:45 p.m. Meriden Elks Snow cones, sausage & Animals: Noah’s Ark of p.m.. Hope Municipal “Touch-A-Truck”: 1:00–5:00 p.m. Kettle Korn Valentin Karate Show: 2:00 p.m. Curious Live 1:00–5:00 Armsa.m. & Voices: 2:15 p.m.–3:00 p.m. clam Creatures chowder Municipal “Touch-A-Truck”: 1:00–5:00 p.m. –12:30 p.m. The Furors: 11:45 Airborn Jugglers Show: 3:00 p.m. pepper grinders, a.m. –11:45 a.m. 11:00 Meet The theSawtelles: “Bee Lady”: 1:30 p.m.. Dancin’ With 1:00–5:00 Hoops: 1:30–4:30 p.m.. Arms & Voices: 2:15 p.m. –3:00 p.m. St. Mary’s Men’s Club Jugglers Show: 3:00 Facepainting by Ruth: p.m.. Frank Critelli: 12:15 p.m.–1:00 p.m. p.m. Daphne Lee Martin: 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Airborn Dancin’ With Hoops: 1:30–4:30 p.m.. The Meadows Brothers: 1:00 p.m. –1:45 p.m. MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT Meridian Lodge #77 A.F. & A.M. Steamed cheeseburgers, home made Twin Dragons Martial Arts Show: 4:00 p.m. Valentin Karate Show: 2:00 p.m. Spider-Man “Meet & Greet”: 2:00–3:30 Daphne Lee The Martin: 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 Belle of The Fall: 1:30 a.m. –2:15 p.m. Municipal 1:00–5:00 p.m.cornp.m. potatoes, “Touch-A-Truck”: fresh donuts french fries, dogs Right-Offs: 4:45 p.m.p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Twin Dragons Martial Arts Show: 4:00 p.m. Loaded baked Spider-Man & Greet”: 2:00–3:30 Arms & Voices:4:45 2:15 p.m.––3:00 WiseJugglers Old Moon: 2:45 p.m.– 3:30 p.m.p.m. Matt“Meet the Balloon Guy: 2:00–4:00p.m. p.m. Show: 3:00 The Right-Offs: p.m. 5:30 p.m. p.m. 6:00 p.m.– 6:45 p.m. Airborn Dancin’ With Hoops: 1:30–4:30 p.m.. The Balkun Brothers: We the People Party Cotton candy & Meriden Republican Town Committee Frank Viele: 4:00 p.m.– 4:45 p.m. theSATURDAY, Balloon Guy: 2:00–4:00 p.m. Daphne LeeBrothers: Martin: 3:30 p.m. – –4:15 p.m. SATURDAY, APRIL 30 SATURDAY, APRIL 30 p.m. candy bars Matt APRIL 30dogs, kraut dogs, Hots dogs, chili SUNDAY, MAY 1 4:00 Twin Dragons Martial Arts Show: The Balkun 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. p.m. Spider-Man “Meet & Greet”: 2:00–3:30 p.m. West4:45 Endp.m. Blend: 7:30 p.m.–8:30 chicken tenders/lemonade The Right-Offs: – 5:30 p.m. SUNDAY, MAY 1 SUNDAY, MAY 1 BAND SHELL STAGE West End Blend: 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Kiwanis Club of Meriden Fried Guy: dough/ Matt the Balloon 2:00–4:00 p.m. CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT Meriden Youth Theater: 11:00 a.m. STAGE SUNDAY, 1 Amici OTHERMAY CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT honey roasted peanuts Della Vigna Jumbo hot dogs, The Balkun Brothers: 6:00 p.m.– 6:45 p.m.STAGE THE JEFF CROOMS pasta e fagioli, sparkling BAND SHELL WELCOME STAGE Motel TV: 12:30 p.m.–1:15 p.m. a.m. Facepainting by Ruth:12:00–5:00 11:00 a.m. –p.m.. 3:00 p.m. ice drink, Meriden Youth Theater: 11:00 SUNDAY, MAY 1 Valentin Karate Show: 12:00 p.m. Defender the Sport: SPONSORED BY: West End Blend: 7:30 p.m. –8:30 p.m. Holy Angels Church Meatball grinders, ice pops, kielbasa links, biscotti Literacy Read-Aloud: 1:00 p.m.. Seth Adam: Volunteers 1:45 p.m.– 2:30 p.m. BAND SHELL STAGE Facepainting by Ruth: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 SUNDAY, MAY 1 Defender The Sport: 11:00 p.m. –p.m. 4:00 p.m. grinders on a stick, pulled pork sandwich, Valentin Karate Show: 12:00 p.m. Magician”: 1:00 Curious Creatures Live Animals: 1:00–5:00 p.m.. Bill Hoagland “The Fun p.m. Sex Pizza: 3:30 p.m.– 3:45 p.m. The Furors: 11:45 a.m. –12:30 p.m. cookies andDefender cream sandwiches and 11:00 Council of Neighborhoods Silver city waffle Meet the “Bee Lady”: 1:30 p.m.. Meriden Youth Theater: 11:00 a.m. Dancin’ With Hoops: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. The Sport: p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Murderous Chanteuse: 2p.m.–2:45 p.m. The DemoGods: p.m.– 5:00 p.m. Facepainting by11:00 Ruth: 1:00–5:00 p.m.. Bill Hoagland “The4:15 Fun Magician”: 1:00 p.m. Leadership Martial Arts Show: 2:00 p.m.pasta BAND SHELL STAGE Facepainting by Ruth: a.m. 3:00 p.m. The Meadows Brothers: Iglesia de Dios Casa Alfarero Curious Creatures Live Animals: 12:00 p.m.–del 4:00 p.m. Valentin 2:00 p.m. Dancin’ With Hoops: 12:00 p.m. – –3:00 p.m. Broca’s Area: 3:151:00 p.m.–p.m. 4:00 p.m. p.m. Valentin KarateKarate Show:Show: 12:00 p.m. Murderous Chanteuse: 2p.m.–2:45 p.m.–1:45 Municipal “Touch-A-Truck”: 1:00–5:00 p.m. Alcoquina, empanadilla de pollo, St. Andrews Episcopal Church Leadership Martial Arts Show: 2:00 p.m. FOOD TENT STAGE Pie-Eating Contest: 3 :00 p.m. Defender The Sport: 11:00 p.m.empanadilla –1 4:00 p.m. • SUN, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. 10 a.m.–5 p.m SAT, APRIL 30 MAY Arms &Braiden Voices: 2:15 p.m. –3:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. Municipal “Touch-A-Truck”: 12:00 p.m.– 4:00p.m. p.m colada, Curious Creatures Live Animals: 12:00 p.m.– Sunshine: 4:30 p.m.– de 4:00 carne, piña Broca’s Area: 3:15 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. dinner, BLT, chicken Airborn “The Jugglers Show: 3:001:00 p.m. Bill Hoagland Fun Magician”: p.m.Wraps: hot turkey Dancin’ With Hoops: 1:30–4:30 p.m.. pollo asado BBQ, grandules, salad, Dancin’ With Hoops: 12:00 p.m. –p.m.– 3:00 p.m. Caesar, coldMunicipal turkey, veggie, chips, side Pie-Eating Contest: 3 :00 p.m. Murderous Chanteuse: 2p.m.–2:45 Matt the Balloon Guy: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daphne LeeOyola Martin: 3:30 p.m. –p.m. 4:155:45 p.m.p.m.– 6:30 José The Astronauts: p.m.Last “Touch-A-Truck”: 12:00 4:00 p.m Train Out: 12 Arts p.m.–1:00 p.m. Arts Braiden Sunshine: 4:30 & p.m.– 5:15 p.m. Twin Dragons Martial Show: 4:00 p.m. Leadership Martial Show: 2:00 p.m. salads, propel fitnessSpider-Man water, daffy dill “Meet &•and Greet”: 2:00–3:30 p.m. ADMISSION • PARKING SHUTTLE Curious Creatures Live Animals: 12:00 p.m.–p.m. 4:00 p.m. Switch Factory: 1:30 p.m.– 2:30 p.m. FREE • Spider-Man – “Meet Greet”: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. hot Broca’s 3:15 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. South Meriden Baseball Cheese pickles TheArea: Right-Offs: 4:45 p.m. – p.m.– 5:30 p.m. Eight: 7:00 7:45 p.m. Matt the Balloon Guy: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. José Oyola &Chaser The Astronauts: 5:45 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. dogs, cheeseburgers candy bars Pie-Eating Contest: 3 :00 p.m.3:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. Joey Milardo & The Musical Cavaliers: Matt the Balloon Guy: 2:00–4:00 p.m. Municipal “Touch-A-Truck”: 12:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.mp.m. Braiden Sunshine: 4:30 p.m.– 5:15 p.m. The Balkun Brothers: 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Spider-Man – “Meet and Greet”: 2:00 p.m. 3:30 Chaser Eight: 7:00 p.m.– 7:45 p.m. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 Matt the Balloon Guy: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. SUNDAY, MAY 1 José Oyola &FOOD The Astronauts: 5:45 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. TENT West End Blend: 7:30STAGE p.m. –8:30 p.m. Little Miss Daffodil & Honor Ceremony • Tennis courts SUNDAY, MAY 1 p.m.•- 6:30 Spider-Man – “Meet and Escort Greet”: 2:00 3:30p.m p.m. FOOD ChaserTENT Eight: STAGE 7:00 p.m.– 7:45 p.m. CRAFTS BYTheater: 11:00 Burnt Offerings Art Illuminations Art Glass Rose Candles FOOD Meriden Youth a.m. FRIDAY, APRIL 24 American Elm: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. THE LAKE Call To Care Uganda In the AM Saratoga Crackers BAND SHELL STAGE Facepainting by Ruth: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. FOOD Amusement Rides • 5:30 p.m – CLOSE shell area • Band Valentin Karate Show: 12:00 p.m. Candle Light Rose of Norwich Inspired Creations Saratoga TheSTAGE Gonkus Brothers: 12:30 p.m.– 2:00 p.m. FOOD TENT Defender The Sport: 11:00 p.m. – 4:00Peanut p.m. Butter Company American Elm: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. FORK FOOD , APRIL 25 Bill SILVER Hoagland “The Fun Magician”: Caricatures TENT by1:00 PJ p.m. SATURDAY Irena Varecka Savor, LLC FOOD River City Slim & The Zydeco Hogs: 2:30 p.m.– 3:30 p.m. Dancin’ With Hoops: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Murderous Chanteuse: 2p.m.–2:45 The Gonkus Brothers: 12:30 p.m.– 2:00 p.m.p.m. • 8:30 p.m Comfort Fireworks • Shuttles run until 9 p.m Chatterwalls Jackies Herbal Scentsational Marketing Leadership Martial Arts the Show: 2:00 p.m. Orquesta Afinke: 4:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m. SILVER FORK FOOD TENT Stop by and support area’s non-profit groups. American Elm: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Curious CreaturesonLive Animals: 12:00 p.m.–Files 4:00 p.m. Broca’s 3:15 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. The 28th annual “Daffodils Parade” 11:30 a.m. •Shanes Chelsea’s Fire Hot Sauce, LLC Jeans Scents Forever River City Slim &Area: The Zydeco Hogs: 2:30 p.m.– 3:30 p.m. The Tet Offensive: 5:30 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. All proceeds go back into the community. Enjoy the Pie-Eating Contest: 3 :00 p.m. The Gonkus Brothers: 12:30 p.m.– 2:00 Municipal p.m.– 4:00 p.m Comicfolds Josie Gems “Touch-A-Truck”: 12:00 Soulful Stone Braiden Sunshine: 4:30 p.m.– 5:15p.m. p.m. Orquesta Afinke: 4:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m. Stop by andgreat support the area’s non-profit groups. SILVER FORK FOOD TENT food and friendly atmosphere. The Hoolios: 7:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m. Craftworks Judecraft Specialty Foods Southwest River City Slim & The Zydeco Hogs: 2:30 p.m.–p.m.– 3:30 p.m. Matt the Balloon Guy: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Expressions José Oyola &5:30 The Astronauts: 5:45 6:30 p.m. The Tet Offensive: p.m.– 6:30 p.m. All go back into the community. Enjoy the MUSIC &proceeds ENTERTAINMENT CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT We’re the site of New Crafty Peddler KSpider-Man & T Jewelry – “Meet and Greet”: Squirrel-Eze Orquesta Afinke: 4:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Stop food by and support the area’s non-profit groups. Chaser Eight: 7:00 p.m.– 7:45 p.m. great and friendly atmosphere. The Hoolios: 7:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m. England’s most beautiful Crafty Westies Karen’s Kandles Sugar Maple Farms The Tet Offensive: 5:30 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. proceeds go back into the community. Enjoy the APRIL 30 craft fair! SATURDAY, APRIL 30 SATURDAY, APRIL 30 Crowley Cheese Kilbride Creations SATURDAY, Sugar Pop Crochet Fireworks at 8:30 p.m.All Democratic Town Committee Meriden Turner Society Funnel cakes, great food Meriden and friendly atmosphere. The Hoolios: 7:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m. FOOD TENT STAGE D’s Jewelers, LLCENTERTAINMENT Komfort Zone SunflowerENTERTAINMENT Jewelry 100 craftspeople CHILDREN’S STAGE OTHER CHILDREN’S Sundaes, pizza slices, Italian ice fried oreo, snickers, mac & cheese, THE JEFF CROOMS Over WELCOME STAGE FOOD Designs by Denise M Pearl LLC hotdogs, Sweet Retweet presenting the highest Defender the Sport: 12:00–5:00 p.m.. Fireworks at 8:30 p.m. bratwurst, ribbon fries w/cheese, Literacy Volunteers Read-Aloud: 1:00 p.m.. Meridenquality Democratic Committee Meriden Turner Funnel fine art and crafts. Designs bysub Maxine Marshall ArtsSociety The Jeweler, Inc. p.m.. Curious Creatures LiveHair Animals: 1:00–5:00 Falcon BMXTown Steak cheese sauerkraut, gatorade, milk cakes, American Elm: 11:00MAY a.m.–12:00 11:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m. slices, SUNDAY, 1 p.m. The Furors: Sundaes, Meet the “Bee Lady”: 1:30 p.m.. oreo, pizza Italian&ice fried snickers, mac & cheese, Dondero Orchards, LLC Miniature Picnic Tables The Jerky Hut Facepainting by Ruth: 1:00–5:00 p.m.. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School Fireworks at 8:30 p.m. The Meadows Brothers: 1:00 p.m. –1:45 p.m. Valentin Karate Show:bratwurst, 2:00 p.m. The Gonkus Brothers: 12:30 p.m.– 2:00 p.m. SPONSORED hotdogs, ribbon fries w/cheese, Meriden Democratic Town Committee Meriden Society Funnel cakes,1:00–5:00 BY: Joseph School Municipal “Touch-A-Truck”: Electiquestacos MKTurner Craftworks Whimsical Accentsp.m. St. Walking Fried dough Meriden Democratic Town Committee

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FOOD Arms & Voices: 2:15SILVER p.m. –3:00Steak p.m. FORK AirbornTENT Jugglers Show: 3:00 p.m. Falcon BMX & cheese sub sauerkraut, gatorade, milk THE JEFF WELCOME STAGE Sundaes, pizza slices, Italian ice fried oreo, &With cheese, ABC Photo River City Slim & The Zydeco Hogs: 2:30 p.m.– 3:30 Lee p.m. Dancin’ Hoops: 1:30–4:30 p.m.. SUNDAY, MAY 1CROOMS FB Products Morelsnickers, Woodcarvingmac Whisker Biscuits Daphne Martin: 3:30 p.m.– 4:15 p.m. Twin Dragons Show: 4:00 p.m. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School bratwurst, hotdogs, ribbon fries w/cheese, Spider-Man “Meet & Greet”: 2:00–3:30 Ancient Gardens Elks Snow cones, sausage & Arts Noah’s Ark of Hope Kettle Korn Fire Witch PotteryMartial Naturecrafts Whiskers & Whimsyp.m. Bake Shop Orquesta Afinke: 4:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m. The Right-Offs: Stop by and the area’s non-profit groups. 4:45 p.m.–Meriden 5:30 p.m. support St. Joseph School Walking tacos Fried dough Falcon BMX Steak & cheese sub sauerkraut, gatorade, milk Matt the Balloon Guy: 2:00–4:00 pepper grinders, clam chowder Andies Cookies SUNDAY, MAY 1 The Sawtelles: 11:00 a.m. –11:45 a.m. Forever Boards Nectar of the Vine Winding Drive p.m. Inc. 6:00 p.m.– 6:45 p.m. into the community. Enjoy the THE JEFF CROOMS WELCOME The Tet Offensive: 5:30 p.m.–STAGE 6:30 p.m.The Balkun Brothers: All proceeds go back

of Mt. Carmel SchoolWorld of Wool St. Mary’s Men’s Club SUNDAY, MAY 1Our Lady Art Business Gadget Girls Nekki Frank Critelli: 12:158:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. West End Blend: 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Meriden Elks Snow cones,#77 sausage & Dark Glass Noah’s SUNDAY, MAY 1 Ark Candles of Hope Kettle Kornhome great food and Lodge friendly atmosphere. The Hoolios: 7:00 p.m.– p.m. St. Joseph School Walking tacos Fried dough Meridian A.F. &the A.M. Steamed cheeseburgers, Asian Name Painting Glow In Olive Oil Factory WyFly made Birds Belle of a.m. The Fall: 1:30 –2:15 p.m. THE JEFF CROOMS WELCOME STAGE Meriden Youth Theater: 11:00 a.m. french pepper grinders, clam chowder Loaded baked potatoes, fresh donuts fries, corn dogs –11:45 a.m.a.m. The Sawtelles: 11:00 • Back To Classic Designs BAND SHELL STAGE Facepainting by Ruth: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Halladay’s Harvest Barn St. Odyssey Club Wysteria Handcrafts Valentin& Karate Show: 12:00 p.m. Pearl Wise Old Moon: 2:45 p.m.– 3:30 p.m. Mary’s Men’s Meriden Elks Snow cones, sausage Noah’s Ark of Hope Kettle Korn Frank Critelli: 12:15 p.m.–1:00 p.m. Bella Scarves Defender The Sport: 11:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Handmade Creations Personally YanYan Bill Hoagland “The Magician”: 1:00 p.m.Yours We the #77 People Party Cotton candy & FunSteamed Meriden Republican Town Committee Lodge A.F. & A.M. cheeseburgers, home made Frank Viele: –11:45 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Murderous Meridian pepper grinders, clam chowder a.m. The Sawtelles: 11:00 Dancin’ With Hoops: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Chanteuse: 2p.m.–2:45 p.m. Belle Cose Belle of The Fall: 1:30a.m. a.m.–2:15 p.m. Hayden Creations Ping Wang candy bars Hots dogs, chili dogs, kraut dogs, Fireworks at 8:30 p.m. Loaded baked potatoes, fresh donuts french fries, corn dogs Leadership Martial Arts Show: 2:00 p.m. Men’s St. Mary’s Club Meriden Town Committee Meriden Turner Society Funnel cakes, Curious Creatures Live Animals: 12:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. FrankOld Critelli: 12:15 p.m. –1:00 p.m. Broca’s Area: 3:15 p.m.– 4:00Mountain p.m.Democratic Berkshire Gourmet Heitmann’s Gourmet Nuts & Repurpose Me Wise Moon: 2:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. chicken tenders/lemonade Meridian Lodge #77 A.F. & A.M. Pie-Eating Contest: 3 :00 p.m. Steamed cheeseburgers, home Municipal “Touch-A-Truck”: 12:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m Sundaes, slices, Italian iceHeather fried oreo, snickers, mac &made cheese, BAND SHELL STAGE Braiden Sunshine: 4:30 p.m.– 5:15pizza p.m. Birdhouse Bungalows & Cotton More Belle Viele: of The4:00 Fall:p.m. 1:30 a.m.–2:15 Henna by Richard’s Seagrass Hats Kiwanis Club offresh Meriden Fried dough/ Meriden We the People Party candy & Republican Town Committee Loaded baked potatoes, donuts french fries, corn dogs Frank – 4:45 p.m. p.m. Matt the Balloon Guy: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. bratwurst, hotdogs, ribbon fries w/cheese, José Oyola & The Astronauts: 5:45roasted p.m.– 6:30peanuts p.m. Bradley Mountain Soaps Amici Della Vigna Jumbo hot dogs, Humble Bee Honey Company Riverworks Wise Old Moon: 2:45 p.m.– 3:30 p.m. candy barshoney Hots dogs, chili dogs, kraut dogs, Spider-Man – “Meet and Greet”: 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Steak & cheese sub sauerkraut, gatorade, milk 7:00 Falcon p.m.– 7:45 BMX p.m. SUNDAY, MAY 1 pasta e fagioli, sparkling ice drink, Motel TV: 12:30 p.m.–1:15 p.m. Chaser Eight: chicken tenders/lemonade We the People Party Cotton candy & Meriden Republican Town Committee Frank Viele: 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Our Lady kielbasa of Mt. Carmel School BAND SHELL Holy of Angels Church Meatball grinders, APRIL ice pops, links, biscotti SethSTAGE Adam: 1:45 p.m.– 2:30 p.m. FOOD TENT Kiwanis Club Meriden Fried dough/ candy bars dogs, chili kraut dogs, WEDNESDAY, 22dogs, STAGE Joseph School tacos Fried dough grinders on a stick,Walking pulled pork sandwich, Hots honey St. roasted Della Vigna Jumbo hot dogs, Tickets valid peanuts for food and amusements mustFOOD be purchased at the ticketAmici booth chicken tenders/lemonade Sex Pizza: 3:30 p.m.– 3:45 p.m. STAGE THE JEFF CROOMS WELCOME cookies and cream sandwiches and Council of Neighborhoods Silver city•waffle BAND SHELL STAGE sitesClub in the park. Dates and times are subject to change. 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Wraps: hotsandwiches turkey chicken Meridian Lodge #77dinner, A.F. &BLT, A.M. Steamed cheeseburgers, The 4:15 p.m.– 5:00 p.m. p.m. Orquesta Afinke: Amusement Rides 5:30 p.m – CLOSE Band pasta •home • grinders on a stick, pulled pork sandwich, Belle of The Fall: 1:30 a.m. –2:15 The Tet Offensive: 5:30 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. pollo asado BBQ, grandules, salad,shell area All proceeds go back into the community. Enjoy the Caesar, cold turkey, veggie, chips, side Loaded baked potatoes, fresh donuts french fries, corn dogs Sex Pizza: 3:30 p.m.– 3:45 p.m. Last Train Out: 12 p.m.–1:00 p.m. Iglesia de Dios Casa del Alfarero cookies and cream sandwiches and Council of Neighborhoods Silver city waffle great food and friendly The Hoolios: 7:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m. propel fitness water, Wise Old Moon: 2:45 – 3:30 salads, daffy dill atmosphere. The DemoGods: 4:15 p.m.–p.m. 5:00 p.m. p.m. Alcoquina, empanadilla de pollo, St. Andrews Episcopal Church pasta Switch Factory: 1:30 p.m.– 2:30 p.m. South Meriden Baseball Cheese hot FOOD TENT STAGE , SATURDAY APRIL 25 We pickles the People Party Cotton candy & Meriden Republican Town Committee Frank Viele: 4:00 p.m.– 4:45 p.m. empanadilla de carne, piña colada, IglesiaHots de Dios Casa del Alfarero Wraps: hot turkey dogs, cheeseburgers candy bars Joey Milardo & The Musical Cavaliers: 3:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. candy bars dinner, BLT, chicken dogs, chili dogs, kraut dogs, pollo asado BBQ, grandules, salad, Alcoquina, empanadilla de pollo, • 8:30 p.m Shuttles run until 9 p.m Fireworks St. Andrews Episcopal Church Caesar, cold turkey, veggie, chips, side • tenders/lemonade Fireworks at 8:30 p.m. FOOD TENT STAGE chicken Meriden Democratic Town Committee Meriden Turner Society Funnel cakes, Last Train Out: 12 p.m.–1:00 p.m. BAND SHELL STAGE de carne, Wraps: hot turkey dinner, BLT, chicken salads, propel fitness water, daffy dill dough/ Sundaes, pizza slices, empanadilla Italian ice friedpiña oreo, colada, snickers, mac & cheese, Kiwanis Club of Meriden Fried The 28th annual “Daffodils on Parade” 11:30 a.m. Switch Factory: 1:30 p.m.– 2:30 p.m. • hot South Meriden Baseball Cheese hot pollo asado BBQ, grandules, salad, bratwurst, hotdogs, ribbon fries w/cheese, Caesar, cold turkey, veggie, chips, side pickles honey roasted peanuts Amici Della Vigna Jumbo dogs, LastMilardo Train & Out: 12 p.m.–1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.– 4:00SUNDAY, Falcon BMX Steak & cheese sub sauerkraut, gatorade, milk dogs, cheeseburgers candy bars MAY 1 Joey The Musical Cavaliers: p.m. salads, propel fitness water, Illuminations daffy dill pasta e fagioli, sparkling ice drink, Motel TV: 12:30 p.m.–1:15 p.m. CRAFTS BY Our Lady of Mt. 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Government Meetings Durham Monday, April 25 Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Public Safety Facility Renovations Planning Committee, Durham Vol. Firehouse, 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 Economic Development Commission, Durham Activity Center, 7 p.m. Ethics Commission, Library, 7 p.m. Monday, May 2 Fire Department Trustees, Durham Volunteer Firehouse, 7 p.m. Historic District Commission, Durham Public Library, 7 p.m. Board of Education District meeting, CRHS, 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 3 Clean Energy & Sustainability Task Force, Durham Public Library, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, May 4 Inland Wetlands, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 9 Public Safety Renovations Planning Committee, Durham Volunteer Firehouse, 6:30 p.m. Board of Selectmen, CRHS, 7 p.m. Inland/Wetlands, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m. Board of Finance, CRHS 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 10 Economic Development Commission, Durham Activity Center, 7 p.m. Conservation Commission, Durham Public Library, 7 p.m. Board of Education Educational Resources, Superintendents office, 7 p.m. Library Board of Trustees, Durham Public Library, 7:30 p.m. Durham Volunteer Fire Com-

pany, Durham Volunteer Firehouse, 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 11 Board of Education, Memorial Middle School, 7 p.m. Thursday, May 12 Zoning Board of Appeals, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 17 Board of Finance, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 18 Board of Education Student Achievement, Superintendent’s office, 7 p.m. Planning & Zoning, Durham Public Library, 7:30 p.m. Inland Wetlands, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 23 Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Public Safety Facility Renovations Planning Committee, Durham Volunteer Firehouse, 7 p.m.

– Tiny Acorns into Mighty Oaks.” A Ginkgo biloba will be dedicated in memory of Jonathan Howe (1981-1992) by his parents William Clay and Simone G. Howe. An Acer Palmatum ‘Bloodgood’ Japanese maple will be dedicated in memory of Charlie Larsen by his family. The family of Dr. Francis E. Korn, Jr. will dedicate an

Acer x freemanii ‘Jeffersred’ Autumn Blaze red maple in honor of his 100th birthday, which falls on Aug. 22, 2016. An Acer Palmatum ‘Bloodgood’ Japanese maple will be dedicated in memory of First Selectman Raymond Kalinowski (1997 - 2001) by the Town of Durham Conservation Commission. The public is invited to the event.

Wednesday, May 25 Senior Citizens Board, Durham Activity Center, 1 p.m. Board of Education, Superintendent’s office, 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 31 Ethic’s Commission, Durham Public Library, 7 p.m.

Middlefield Monday, April 25 Lake Beseck Environment

Committee, 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 Economic Development Commission, 6 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m. Thursday, April 28 Middlefield Housing Authority, 3 p.m. Monday, May 2 Board of Education, CRHS, See Meetings / Page A22

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A Prunus ‘Kwanzan’ Japanese flowering cherry will be dedicated to Lee Eames, George’s mother. Lee is an honorary member of the Durham Garden Club, having joined in 1957. Two Acer freemanii ‘Jeffersred’ Autumn Blaze red maples will be dedicated to his sisters, Pamela Eames Sexton and Deborah Eames Wilbur. Two Tilia cordata Littleleaf Linden ‘Greenspire’ will be dedicated to his father George Eames III and to his brother Alan Eames. George Eames III served for 50 years on the town Planning & Zoning Commission, 20 as its chairman. He was also instrumental in the construction of the two additions to the Durham Public Library. In recognition of his dedication to the town green project, the Durham Garden Club will dedicate a Tilia cordata Littleleaf Linden ‘Greenspire’ to George Eames IV. A Quercus coccinea Scarlet Oak, the only oak in the Town Green Revitalization Plan, was donated to the project by the Durham Garden Club and the Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut as part of a federated project called “Growing Together

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Trump campaign in Plainville. She feels the U.S. needs a businessman to run the country. State Republicans have not endorsed any candidate to date and 28 delegate votes are up for grabs in the April 26 primary. For the Democrats, 71 delegate votes are at stake. Supporters said it’s a coincidence that less than three miles from Trump’s headquarters in the Worthington Plaza is the mosque for the Islamic Association of Greater Hartford. Trump’s campaign promises to ban Muslims from entering the country. Trump supporter John O’Brien, of Berlin, said Berlin was selected for Trump’s state headquarters because it’s central in the state. The headquarters opened Tuesday, April 12. He said the campaign knows the mosque is close by. “That had no effect (on their decision),” O’Brien said.

“It’s just like having a Catholic church, like the one right there,” he said gesturing west. But Mongi Dhaouadi, executive director of the Connecticut Council of American-Islamic Relations, said he’s very concerned about the campaign headquarters being so close to the mosque. “Obviously we believe in free speech, and Mr. Trump has the right to organize anywhere,” Dhaouadi said. “We are concerned though that they are a few miles away based on various things we’ve seen at rallies. We’ve seen violence and they are quite tense. We will continue to come to the mosque, and we will listen to everybody as long as the discourse is civil.” Dhaouadi said a recent poll revealed about 7 percent of Muslims nationwide support Trump because of his promises to strengthen the economy and create jobs. Most ignore his anti-Muslim rhetoric because they don’t believe

Plainville resident Helen Bergenty, 86, a Donald Trump campaign coordinator for Plainville, talks with campaign volunteer John O’Brien, of Berlin, at Trump’s campaign headquarters in the Worthington Plaza on the Berlin Turnpike on April 13. | Dave Zajac / For Town Times he can succeed in immigra- Muslims reject his candidacy tion bans. and his statements, Dhaouadi However, the majority of said.

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Registration surges as poll shows Clinton, Trump ahead H A RT FO R D — Wi t h Connecticut’s presidential primary fast approaching, residents across all age brackets are registering to vote in record numbers. Secretary of State Denise Merrill said 76,685 people registered to vote between Jan. 1 and April 18. The largest block of new voters, 36,607, have signed up with the Democratic Party. They’re followed by 23,182 new unaffiliated voters and 16,896 new Republican voters. Only registered Democrats and Republicans can vote in Tuesday’s primary. “I think that people know that there’s a contest and they want to be part of it,” Merrill said. “Let’s face it: For many years, Connecticut hasn’t exactly been a battleground state. And suddenly, we’re

relevant.” In 2008, the last time Connecticut experienced record voter registrations, more than 34,000 people signed up to vote over a 90-day period that preceded that year’s presidential primary, which was held on Feb. 5 or Super Tuesday. The latest voter registration numbers come as a new Quinnipiac University poll shows former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton leading Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders in Connecticut by a 51 percent to 42 percent margin, with six percent of voters undecided. The survey of 1,037 likely Democratic primary voters indicated 18 percent of those who named a preferred candidate might still change their mind before Tuesday. On the Republican side, 48 percent of those surveyed said they’re supporting businessman Donald Trump,

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for the surge in registrations. More than 50 percent of those who are registering to vote this year used the system, which began 1½ years ago. She said one voter every 60 seconds or less has been signing up online in recent days. Despite the jump in registration, Connecticut still hasn’t returned to its highest level of registered voters. In 2008, there were more than 2.1 million people who were registered to vote in that year’s presidential election. Currently, there are approximately 1.9 million people registered. Merrill, however, expects Connecticut will ultimately reach 2.1 million again by the time the general election is held. “People really seem to think this one matters,” she said. “I love to see it. Whatever is motivating people, it’s probably a good thing. The more people, the better.”

the age of 18. Connecticut allows teens to register to vote early. Merrill said the youth vote figure is not surprising, however, considering that’s traditionally when people first sign up to vote. Meanwhile, Clinton easily leads Sanders among voters in the older age brackets, from 35-65 and older. The state’s new voter data show 15,507 are 45-59 and 9,290 are 60 years and older. The Quinnipiac poll shows Kasich leads among younger voters, 18-44, with 39 percent of the vote, followed by Trump with 32 percent and Cruz with 27 percent. Trump, meanwhile, has a strong lead among older voters, from 45-65 and older. It appears people of all ages are signing up to vote by using the state’s new online voter registration system, which Merrill partly credits

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Monday, April 25 60+ Club - The Durham 60+ Club is scheduled to meet Monday, April 25, 1:30 p.m., at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St. A variety table will follow the meeting. New members are always welcome.

Friday, April 29 Tot Time - MOMS Club of Durham/Middlefield has scheduled Tot Times for

Fridays, 10 a.m., at Peckham Park, Middlefield. Durham and Middlefield babies, toddlers and children are welcome. No registration required. For more information, email momsdurhammiddlefield@gmail. com. Theater - JLPA/PaperHouse’s has scheduled a production of “The Sound of Music” for Friday, April 29 at 7 p.m. Reserved seating is available at www. showtix4u.com by searching: JLPA PaperHouse The Sound of Music.

Saturday, April 30 Craft show - St. Ambrose Ladies Guild (formerly St. Monica’s Rosary Society) has scheduled the Northford Handcrafters’ Guild Spring Craft Show for Saturday, April 30, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at St. Monica’s Church, Rt 17 in Northford. The show will feature handcrafted items by local artisans and a bake sale. Breakfast and lunch will be available. For more information, call Lucille 203-484-9737. Theater - JLPA/PaperHouse’s has scheduled a

Sunday, May 1 Wildflower walk - The Dudley Farm Museum, 2351 Durham Road, Guilford, has scheduled an early spring wildflower walk for Sunday, May 1, 2 p.m. Lauren Brown plans to lead the walk. For more information, call 203-457-0770.

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Students at Memorial Middle School, 124 Hubbard St., Middlefield, have scheduled a Cabaret luncheon for the seniors of Durham and Middlefield on Friday, May 6, 11:30 a.m. Students have also planned a program to follow the luncheon. Reservations are required and must be made by April 29. Durham seniors should call Amanda Pedersen at 860349-3153; Middlefield seniors

AARP AARP Drive Safely is scheduled for Thursday, June 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Middlefield Senior Center. The program is a combination of discussion, lecture, videos, questions and answers. At the end of the course participants will receive a certificate good for a discount on auto insurance. A fee is charged. For more information and to register,

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Medication program Turn in unused or expired medication for safe disposal Saturday April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Middlefield Resident Trooper’s Office, 405 Main St., Middlefield.

Durham Activity Center Wii Bowling - Wii Bowling is scheduled for Wednesdays, 11 a.m., at the Durham Activity Center.

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Play-based screening Regional School District 13 offers a play-based screening for children ages 3 and 4. The screening allows parents the opportunity to have their child observed by district professionals in an informal, fun setting to ensure their child’s development is progressing at an age-appropriate level. Participation is also a pre-requisite for a child to be considered as

a role model for the preschool program. Screenings are scheduled for Friday, April 29, 9 and 11 a.m., in the preschool room at Brewster Elementary School. All district 4-yearolds and children turning 3 by Aug. 31 are invited. Parental permission and involvement are requirements in the screening. However, it is important for children to separate from their par-

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Greenhouse F/T & P/T positions available: Shipping & Order Pulling Must be self motivated. Drivers CDL preferred but not necessary. Must be comfortable driving a 26 ft box truck. Apply in person. Geremia Greenhouse. 415 Barnes Rd., Wallingford.

Apartments For Rent

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Apartments For Rent

FLANDERS WEST APARTMENTS 3 Darling Street, Southington, CT Studio & One Bedroom Apt. Homes Includes Heat/Hot Water, Appliances Computer & Fitness Center Free Meal Program & Activities Free Shuttle Bus Service Affordable Apartments for Qualified Applicants 50 years of age of older. For more info call 860-621-3954 TTY 711 FlanderswestBC.com

Manufacturing Opportunity The Alden Tool Company is searching for a Process Engineer or Intern to assist in the Engineering Department. This person must have some manufacturing, and drafting experience. Wage is dependent upon experience, benefits include paid holidays, health insurance. Email resumes to Steve Mackie, at smackie@aldentool. com

Mobile Homes For Sale

MERIDEN/WLFD 3 HOMES IN QUIET UPSCALE PARK 1. BRAND NEW 2 BR, FIN. AVAIL. - $59,900 2. ALMOST NEW 2 BR, 2 BA, C/A, DECK, FIN. AVAIL. MINT COND. - $49,900 3. PRE-OWNED 2 BR, EXC. COND. - $24,900 CALL (203) 799-7731

Commercial and Industrial

2 units that are 2200 sq ft for $1700.00 per month; 1 building that is 4800 sq ft for $3500.00 per month. The 2 units will be Semi trailer repair facility available May 1st. looking for mechanics The building will be to perform all phases available mid May. of trailer repair. Must Call Norm at 860-982have own tools. Apply 1500+S/F Loft apts 1 & 3725. Atlantic Star Trailers, 2 BR avail. All newly 405 Industrial Ave., renovated. Prime loc., Cheshire203-250-8000 right off hghwy., close Condos For Sale to mall, hospital and all Office Manager transportation. Avail. Full time opening for deimmed. 917-566-6672 tail orientated individual to be in charge of MERIDEN - 1 BR, 2nd fl. AR/AP, Human Resour- w/new appls., flr’g, ces, payroll, month paint, $700mo + util., + end processes and 2 mo sec., no pets other various office creditck, 860.663.1229 tasks. Experience with MERIDEN1BR avail. Microsoft Office as Stove & fridge, H & well as Visual Mfg soft606 Congdon St. HW Incl’d. Lease, Sec ware a plus. Benefits West, Unit #1, & Refs. 203-239-7657 available. Email reMiddletown $106,900 / 203-314-7300 sume to: mdubowsky End unit (over 60). CA, @aldentool.com. GAS, APPLS MERIDEN – Lrg 1 BR, Bob, 860-416-9013. off st prkg, incls; elec, heat & hot water, no pets/smkg, $850 mo. Rooms For Rent (203) 444-5722.

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WALLINGFORD - 1BR, 1st Floor No. Main St. Victorian. Completely remod, incl modern kit & bath. $1000/mo + util, sec, lease. Avail 6/1. 860 349 1293

PT SITTER - 2-4 p.m. MTh, salary negotiable, (203) 886-6960.

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A30 Friday, April 22, 2016 Appliances AFFORDABLE Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators & Stoves. Appliance Repairs Will Deliver Service calls available. (203) 284-8986 GAS GRILL - Char-Broil, stainless, 17"x17" cooking area, 1 yr old. $99.00. Call 203-639-1248

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1,2,3 Items or an Estate Pets For Sale ûûûCA$Hûûû 203-494-1695 ESTATE SALE SERVICE >Attention Dog Owners! Dog Obedience Classes Costume Jewelry, Starting Monday, Antiques, paintings, April 18th at Meriden-made items, Cheshire Park & Rec. toys, lamps Beginners 6:15pm Novice & Advanced AARON’S BUYING 7:15pm Old Machinist Tools, INSTRUCTORS Lathes, Bench Tools Bruce Giannetti Hand Tools, Much Phil Huntington More. (203) 525-0608 Kathy Queen Kevin Medeiros ALL CASH FOR Call 203-272-2743 MILITARY ITEMS 9am-4pm. After 6pm 203-237-6575 Call 203-235-4852. ALWAYS BUYING Antiques, jewelry, instruments, etc. Estate sales services. Call or stop-by, Frank’s, 18 So. Orchards St., Wallingford, CT, open 10-4, Mon. thru Sat. (203) 631-6697. ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID

Cindy’s Unique Shop CONSIGNMENT

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DAFFODIL FESTIVAL COMMITTEE Presents CT’s LARGEST TAG SALE 120 vendors gathered in one convenient location offering for sale an eclectic collection of DEE’S ANTIQUES goods, trinkets & Buying Collectibles, treasures; vintage Jewelry & Silver. household items, toys, China, Glass, Military, tools, collectible items Musical. Anything old and so much more. & unusual. Single The Festival Commititem to an estate. tee will have a food 203-235-8431. concession on site as Wood / Fuel well as the US Food & Heating Equip Truck Festivals’ Spring debut offering 25 food trucks with a variety of Tree Length food and drink for all to enjoy. Firewood www.daffodilfest.com One item or entire estate contents. Call 860-718-5132.

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Tag Sales ESTATE SALE - Sat 4/23 8-2, & Sun 4/24, 8-1. 22 Boylston St. North, Meriden. Furn, indoor/outdoor, tools, mower w/wagon, kitchen items, holiday decor, collectible plates, women’s clothing, crafts/puzzles.

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Attics & Basement Cleaned

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Garage Doors

Junk Removal

GARY Wodatch Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Cell, 860-5585430

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Gutters GUTTERS DON’T WORK IF THEY’RE DIRTY For gutter cleaning, Call Kevin (203) 4403279 Fully ins. CT# 569127

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George J Mack & Sons Servicing the Meriden area since 1922. Toilet, faucet, sink & drain repairs. Water heater replacements. 25% Sr citizen disc. Member of BBB. 203-238-2820

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List. Sell. Repeat. Masonry A&A MASONRY 20 yrs exp. Specializing in sidewalks, stairs, patios, stonewalls, chimneys, fireplaces & much more! Call Anytime 860-462-6006! Free Est! #HIC0616290

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PAUL’S MASONRY Stonewalls, arches, chimneys, sidewalks, fireplaces. Free est. New & Repairs. 203-706-9281

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