Volume 18, Issue 11
Serving Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall
Utilizing sun power at Lyman and Memorial By Mark Dionne Special to the Town Times The side of the strip mall at the corner of Strickland and Route 147/157 is painted with a child-like depiction of Middlefield residents enjoying the outdoors and utilizing wind and solar power in environmentally responsi-
Hundreds laced up for second annual Go Far, Go Fast race at fairgrounds
praised the administrative team in the district for their foresight and openness to new ideas. The systems have approximately 250 panels each, with Memorial’s being slightly larger than Lyman’s, and can produce as much as 58,000 watts of DC power. An inverter about the size of a
The solar panels visible on top of Memorial school have been providing electricity and savings to the school since April. Photo by Mark Dionne ble ways. That idealistic scene became at least partially a reality recently with the installation of state-ofthe-art solar photovoltaic systems at John Lyman and Memorial schools. On Monday, June 20, a small group was given a tour of the technology by Erik Bartone and Gary Lane, owners of DBS Energy. The new solar panels should save the district money, reduce its carbon footprint and provide an educational opportunity for the students. Bartone said that the new metal roofs, large southern exposures, single story construction and protection from wind created “really the ideal situation” at the schools. Bartone also
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large refrigerator is the only part of the system on the ground. The inverter converts the DC power into useable AC power for the school and connects to the school’s regular electrical supply. Decades ago, racks of batteries accompanied solar panels to store the extra power produced when the panels See Solar, page 20
In this issue ... Calendar/Libraries..........4 Durham Briefs................11 Middlefield Briefs...........12 Sports ..........................23-27
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Tot runners excitedly burst from the starting line at last Saturday’s Go Far, Go Fast race at the Durham Fairgrounds, ready to run like the wind. See more photos on page 19. Photo by Cheri Kelley
Local woman rides for MS Daria Vander Veer, of Middlefield, pictured far left (in photo at right), poses in rain gear with fellow riders under threatening skies before embarking on a 30mile ride in the Bike MS: bkm/Steelcase Ride on June 12 at Sherwood Island State Park in Westport. To date, Daria leads the pack with $965 raised, while the others have each raised more than $125. Funds raised through events, such as Bike MS, benefit the National MS Society, Connecticut Chapter, and the more than 6,000 Connecticut residents it serves. For more information on the Bike MS: bkm/Steelcase Ride, presented by Louis Dreyfus Commodities, or to donate to Vander Veer, Ward, Carlton, Davis or Franzen, please visit www.ctfightsMS.org. Submitted by Karen Bulter
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Old homes in Middlefield In 1934, a small group of people began visiting every town in Connecticut to survey its “old buildings.” A Work Projects Administration (WPA) project, the staff of the Census of Old Buildings in Connecticut completed forms with information about the buildings and often took photographs of the buildings. The majority are houses, but some schools, churches, factories and libraries are included. The survey forms and photographs were deposited in the state archives with additions com-
Town Times Community Briefs ing in as late as 1942. The Connecticut State Library (CSL) has transcribed the forms, digitized the photographs and is pleased to present them online as part of the CSL Digital Collections. Please see WPA Architectural Survey Census of Old Buildings at cslib.cdmhost.com. This is a work in progress, and the information for other towns is being added as time allows. Most of the buildings have no name, and locations are rarely addresses. Construction dates and the original owners are as written on the survey forms, even though
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Transfer station fees increase The transfer station will be closed on Monday, July 4, for the holiday. There are new prices for the transfer
station as of July 1, 2011: Stickers: $20; Demo: $25 per cubic yard; Tires: $5 each (only light truck and car tires accepted); Padded furniture: $10 each; Mattress/box spring: $10 each. More information will be coming at a later date.
Local artists wanted Seeking New England realist and modern painters, sculptors, jewelers, crafters, fabric artists and photographers for the Arts Center at Killingworth’s seventh annual Autumn Art Trail, October 8-9. There are two ways to participate: 1) Exhibit at the two-day Outdoor Arts Festival on the highly-visi-
ble Madison Green in Madison, or 2) Open your working art studio to visitors. Artists participate both days of the festival or Open Studio Trail as they demonstrate, discuss and sell their artwork. Registration form and participation fee are due Friday, Sept. 9. Mail form and fee to the Arts Center at Killingworth, 276 N. Parker Hill Road, Killingworth, CT 06419. There is a limited number of artists per medium, so early registration is suggested. Download the prospectus/registration form at www.artscenterkillingworth.org. For more info and fee, call 860663-5593 or email artscenterkillingworth@gmail.com.
Corrections We strive to bring you the most accurate information available each week, but if you see something in Town Times that isn’t quite right, give us a call at 860-349-8000, and we’ll do our best to make things right. In reference to the business brief in the June 17 issue (New business infuses yoga and tennis), Middlefield Parks & Recreation director Chris Hurlbert said there will be no lessons at Peckham Park in Middlefield until permission is granted. The article CT to become 15th state to provide protections based on gender identity or expression in the June 17 issue was written by Charles Joughin of the Human Rights Campaign.
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more recent research may provide different information. Viewers are encouraged to use the “Tell Us More” field in each building’s descriptive metadata (information about an item) to e-mail CSL with more info about each building, its history, its address, current status, etc. Any questions about this project can be directed to Carol Ganz, reference librarian, at cganz@cslib.org, 860757-6587. Enjoy viewing your town’s old buildings!
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Join locals in Durham to help ‘raise the roof’ in Oaxaca, Mexico By Elisabeth Kennedy Special to the Town Times Oaxaca Street Children Grassroots, Inc. was founded in 1996 by Americans Harold and Jodi Bauman. The couple traveled to Oaxaca, Mexico, on a vacation in 1984 and were so moved by the number of children selling trinkets in the streets that they had to help. What started with helping one family enroll their children in school has grown into a child sponsorship program that serves 670 children. In 2000, Oaxaca Street Children Grassroots (OSCG) purchased a large, crumbling building that had no interior walls or roof. Over the years, the building was renovated room by room to become a 2,500-square-foot community center known as Centro de Esperanza Infantil (Center of Hope for Children). In Mexico, education is free, but parents must buy a
uniform, books and supplies, which many impoverished families cannot do. OSCG’s sponsorship program covers those expenses to enable children to attend school, but it also provides the children with a hot meal each day, tutoring, access to computers, art classes and healthcare services. In addition, job training is provided for the parents of sponsored children. Our community has strong ties to OSCG and Centro de Esperanza. Coginchaug’s Spanish Honor Society has sponsored a student, Rodrigo, since 2000. Rodrigo has just completed his second year of college and hopes
to become a teacher himself – what a difference in his life and lives of children he will one day teach! This year the honor society has picked up a second sponsorship, Leonel Perez Hernandez, providing his first opportunity to attend school. Our small towns boast five additional sponsors of children serviced by Centro de EsperSee Raise the Roof, page 22
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June 24
Project Graduation For the 20th consecutive year, seniors will be invited to Project Graduation, an allnight, substance-free party for Coginchaug seniors only. As in the past, the theme will be a well-kept secret. This event will boast a variety of fun activities, live entertainment and an abundance of food. A highlight for these graduates is a drawing for the many donated prizes. Baked Bean Supper The Baked Bean Suppers are held at the United Churches of Durham will begin today at 6 p.m. in the air conditioned Fellowship Hall, located at 228R Main St. in Durham. The Baked Bean Suppers are a local tradition, featuring dishes such as baked beans, scalloped corn, macaroni dishes, salads and homemade breads and pies. All are welcome; call 860-3498080 for prices and more info.
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June 25 Dudley Farmers’ Market The Farmers’ Market at the Dudley Farm, corner of routes 77 and 80 in North Guilford, is held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through Oct. 29. Local and organic produce, herbs, eggs, flowers, baked goods, honey, maple syrup, soaps, jewelry, knitted things, gift items and more homemade and homegrown items are sold.
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Lunch Bunch A book discussion group at the Durham Library for grades 4-6 will meet today, July 11 and July 18 from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Bring your own sandwich and dessert will be provided. Registration is required for this three-session event; call 860-349-9544.
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Destination Durham Every Tuesday at 1 and 7 p.m. on Comcast Channel 19,
Destination Durham will be aired for those living in Durham. DVDs are also available at the Levi Coe and Durham libraries. Teen Book Club The Durham Library is holding a meeting for kids grades 7 through 10 today at 6 p.m. to choose the books the kids would like to discuss during the Teen Book Club. Call 860-349-9544 to attend this meeting and share your input.
It is held every Friday from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Peckham Park, or, if it’s rainy, at the Middlefield Community Center. This open-age playgroup is available for all residents and their children of Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall. No RSVP is required; just feel free to come on down and join the fun. For more info on the MOMS Club, please contact Ann at momsdurhammiddlefield@y ahoo.com.
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TOPS Join the TOPS meetings every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Durham Town Hall third floor meeting room. For more info, call Naomi at 860-349-9558 or Bonnie at 860-349-9433.
Dudley Farmers’ Market The Farmers’ Market at the Dudley Farm, corner of routes 77 and 80 in North Guilford, is held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through Oct. 29. Local and organic produce, herbs, eggs, flowers, baked goods, honey, maple syrup, soaps, jewelry, knitted things, gift items and more homemade and homegrown items are sold. Tag Sale & Flea Market Notre Dame Church on Main Street in Durham will have their monthly tag sale and flea market rain or shine in their church hall, church garage, parking lot and lawn today from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Household goods, pots and pans, dishes, craft supplies, sewing supplies, furniture, clothing, antiques, collectibles, over 1,000 books and anything you might need or want. A jewelry table and 30 tag sale tables with thousands of items are set up in the air-conditioned church hall. Vendor space is available by calling Bob at 860-349-0356. The next dates are Aug. 6, Sept. 3 and Oct. 1.
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June 30 Farmers’ Market The Durham Farmers’ Market is every Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. on the town green through Sept. 8. Today’s theme is letterboxing. Visit www.durhamfarmersmarket.org for more info. ‘Raise the Roof’ Campaign After 11 years, the roof of the community center is in disrepair and a danger to staff and students. OSCG has launched a “Raise the Roof” campaign to raise $50,000 to perform necessary repairs and improvements to continue to serve even more children. Marilyn Horn, retired Spanish teacher and member of the OSCG Board of Directors, is looking for help to “Raise the Roof” and has enlisted the help of Katie Hughes, owner of Perk on Main in Durham. From 4 to 8 p.m. today, Perk on Main will featurelivemusic,silentauction and a Mexican Market. Hughes will donate a portion of all sales to “Raise the Roof.”
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July 5 Destination Durham Every Tuesday at 1 and 7 p.m. on Comcast Channel 19, Destination Durham will be aired for those living in Durham. DVDs are also available at the Levi and Durham libraries.
Durham Library Hours: Regular library hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Visit www.durhamlibrary.org to search the catalog, review your account, register for a program or renew your materials online. For information or to register for a program by phone, call 860-349-9544. Teen Book Club: Grades 7-10 planning meeting Tuesday, June 28, at 6 p.m. You choose the books you’d like to discuss. Summer Reading 2011: One World, Many Stories: The library’s annual summer reading program begins on Monday, June 27. Children, young adults and adults are encouraged to join. Weekly prizes included! Volunteens: Teens age 12 and up, we need you to run the Summer Reading Desk! You will be registering patrons, keeping track of statistics and preparing craft kits for future story times. Volunteer for six hours and get a t-shirt and a pizza party at the end of the program. Please sign up at the circulation desk in the white Volunteen binder. Summer Reading KickOff: A Mexican Fiesta: On Tuesday, June 28, at 6:30 p.m. the library will host a Mexican Fiesta to celebrate our summer of reading. Mexican stories, songs and food will be included. Registration is required for this family event. Children’s Movie: On Thursday, June 30, at 3 p.m. the library will show Gulliver’s Travels with Jack Black. Popcorn and drink will be provided. Registration is not required. Afternoon Story Adventures: Join Miss Diana on Friday, July 1, at 1:30 p.m. for stories, songs and a craft. Ages 2 and up. Registration is not required. Lunch Bunch: A book discussion group for grades four through six will meet Mondays, June 27, July 11 and July 18, from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Bring your own sandwich, and dessert will be provided. Registration is required. Book Lovers’ Circle: The Book Lovers’ Circle will meet on Wednesday, July 6, at 7:30
Friday, June 24, 2011 p.m. when Warrior’s Don’t Cry, a Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock’s Central High by Melba Beals will be discussed. All are welcome. Copies of the book are available at the library.
Levi Coe Library Hours: The library is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and closed Friday and Saturday. We will reopen on Saturdays after Labor Day. Visit www.leviecoe.com or call the library at 860-349-3857 for information or to register for any program. You can also renew, reserve and check your library record on the website. Library Closing: The library will be closed on Monday, July 4, for the holiday. Book Donations: The library is now accepting items in good condition for our annual November book sale. We do not accept textbooks or magazines. Thank you! Museum Passes: The library now has the following museum passes, which offer either free or reduced admission: Beardsley Zoo, CT State Parks & Forests Day Pass, Mystic Aquarium, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art and CT’s Old State House. Please call the library for more info. Children’s Summer Reading Program: Summer Reading registration begins on Monday, June 27, at 10 a.m. The Children’s Room has many exciting programs this summer. Please check out our calendars under the activities and events section on the library’s website for program dates and times. All program registrations must be done inperson. Please stop by the library for more info. Wish List Books: Please donate one or more of the following wish list books for our library: A Dance with Dragons by George R.R. Martin and Portrait of a Spy by Daniel Silva. If you choose to donate a book, you will get to be the first one to check it out. We will also add a bookplate to acknowledge your kind donation. Call or stop by the library for further details.
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Francis requests $750,000 for Public Works salt and sand shed By Chuck Corley Special to the Town Times The Durham Board of Finance (BOF) devoted most of their June 21 meeting to a discussion of the Public Works facility as First Selectman Laura Francis wants to call a town meeting on part of the construction by July 11. Francis introduced the first phase of construction to the board, informing them that she wants funding to pay for a new salt shed and vehicle bay. The plan
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The board also reviewed a transfer request from the fire company’s board of trustees to pay for painting and other work related to the installation of air handlers in the firehouse. The board recommended the transfer go to town meeting, which could transfer $7,130 from the fire trustee’s reserve budget to fund the work.
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‘Mother Beth will be sorely missed’ at Church of the Epiphany By Diana Carr Special to the Town Times She fought it. She wasn’t going to do it because she knew it would be tough. But the day came when she could no longer ignore the call, and a lot of people are glad that she didn’t. In 2000, at the age of 58, the Reverend Beth Hoffman, of Manchester, was ordained as an Episcopalian priest. “This is really a third career for me,” she says. Hoffman started out in journalism with an Associate of Arts degree from Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri. She got married and went on to get a Bachelor’s degree in elective studies from the University of Bridgeport in 1990. At the same time, she received training and state certifica-
tion to become a substance abuse and addiction counselor at Norwalk Hospital. And she became the director of their employee assistance program. After getting her Bachelor’s degree, she studied social work at Columbia University in Purchase, New York. “I quit halfway through,” she tells us, “because I was in the wrong field. I really belonged in divinity school. It took me a while to figure that out.” It was the spirituality she had developed over the years, she says, as well as the encouragement of her supervisor at Norwalk Hospital, who was a priest and a psychiatrist, that led to her decision to go to divinity school. “When I retired from there, he told me I’d make a good priest, and I should consider
going into the seminary,” Hoffman explains. “He knew me well, and he knew that my spirituality was important to me, but I told him he
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called Father. So I figured I would be called Mother. I wanted to be on an equal footing.” She retired, but three years ago, when the Church of the Epiphany, located in Durham, needed a vicar (a vicar is in charge of the church part-time), she answered the call. She delivered her last sermon last week on June 19. Hoffman says it’s time to move on. She’s 68 and has been running back and forth for three years, and the church has accomplished what they hoped they would. In 2007 it separated from the Middlesex Cluster (a group of five churches with five priests that rotate among them) and “has become a very strong independent church. This is a good quitting point.” And the future holds great promise for Mother Beth. The bishop has See Mother Beth, page 18
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Brayshaw expects July Powder Ridge closing wants to invite Brett Eagleson from OR & L and members of the Economic Development Commission to hear any ideas for the property. In new business, Brayshaw announced that Memorial School formally presented the solar-powered system on Monday. Brayshaw said, “The school paid absolutely zero for their electricity yesterday.� Selectwoman Mary Johnson wondered if in low-usage points in the year, like the summer, the extra power goes back to the grid. Brayshaw believed that it did. He added that all power for Middlefield’s townowned buildings comes from renewable sources.
By Cheri Kelley Town Times There was a brief Board of Selectmen meeting in Middlefield held on Tuesday, June 22. Powder Ridge was once again on the agenda. First Selectman John Brayshaw stated, “The last tractor trailer load of snow guns was taken out of there today. We will gross about $13,000 to $14,000 for the snow guns.� Brayshaw felt that it was possible to have a closing within the month of July. Under old business, a motion was passed to extend the listing agreement the town has with OR & L for another six months on the Brookside Industrial Park off Laurel Brook Road. Brayshaw noted that he
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Third and fourth graders in Mrs. Hadlock’s class at John Lyman School visited Middlefield Town Hall to learn about local government from Town Clerk Donna Golub and First Selectman John Brayshaw. Photos submitted by Elizabeth Hadlock
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What do you want to be when you grow up?
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My answer to this question changed with the weather. At first it was a marine biologist. Then it was an architectural historian. Then a dermatologist. I personally believe the best part of youth is the ability to dream — dream BIG and dream constantly. I discovered a love for words around the same time I realized mathematics was not my strong point (grade 4, maybe?), and my writing aspirations took off from there. There is so much you can do with words: teach English, write books, be a journalist, poet, screenwriter, etc. So after college, I knew I wanted to work in writing somehow, and I was very fortunate to begin my career as the reporter here at Town Times, and now I’m editor. Words, words, words. That’s what I wanted to surround myself with after college. Another local dreamer won the CHET Dream Big! competition for her own big dreams. Lauren Konefal, a John Lyman School kindergartener, recently won the CHET Dream Big! competition
that asked Connecticut youth in grades K-5, “What do you want to do after you go to college?” Her ambitious answer is within her submission pictured below (she wants to be a fairy!). Lauren’s family won a $50 contribution to a CHET 529 college savings plan for her future college fund. There were over 2,000 drawings submitted for the competition and 43 merit winners were selected. You can see more of the winning submissions at www.chetdreambig.com. So there, see the things you can do when you dream big? SW, editor Photo submitted by Amy Bell
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Our sincere thanks to the administrators, teachers, students and parents of Memorial Middle School for the continued support of the James LeClerc Walkathon. It’s been three-and-a-half years since leukemia took my son James’ life away from his family, friends and students. He was proud to be a teacher and gave his all to his students. To Jamie’s past students: for your inspiration and dedication to the yearly walkathon in honor of Jamie, our family will be forever grateful. To keep his name alive is a gift to us that
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The Durham Historical Society would like to announce the launch of www.durhamhistoricalsociety.net. We are very excited to have our own website now and would like to thank the town of Durham for allowing us to have space on their website for the last several years. Durham resident, graphic designer and society member Matt Means contributed his services to build
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the new website. Without his help, this project wouldn’t have gotten off the ground. Visitors to the website will find information on our buildings, a list of publications on Durham history, images of some items in our collection and a calendar of events. Membership information is also available online, and photographs of the progress we have made with our second floor renovations are also posted on the site. A list of contractors, companies and other non-profits who have partnered with us over the years will also be added. Check back regularly for additions. We look forward to welcoming all Durham residents to a grand re-opening of the schoolhouse soon! SarahAtwell,DHSPresident
Motorists need to share road with pedestrians Summer is in full swing, and it’s most notable by the increase of pedestrian traffic along our major routes in Durham, particularly Maple Avenue, Pickett Lane, Maiden Lane, Brick Lane and Haddam Quarter Road. I most frequently see pedestrians out walking, running or riding bikes, especially
younger adults and children, on these routes. It is also along these routes that I see motorists rarely, if ever, obeying posted speed limits or yielding to pedestrians in crosswalks, let alone simply slowing down while approaching a passing walker or biker. My daughter, who crosses Main Street at Strong School daily, routinely waits several minutes for motorists to stop at the crosswalk in order for her to safely cross the road on her way to and from school. Something needs to be done to address those who speed and disobey laws pertaining to pedestrian traffic. I was dismayed that the town chose to remove the stop sign at the intersection of Maple Avenue and Cemetery Road. At least with that one stop sign, folks were forced to slow down as they approach the steep turn up the hill toward the green and Main Street. Without it, folks are back to zipping along without concern for pedestrians. Ironically I see a much more prominent presence of police officers along Main Street, particularly during rush hour. But that hardly addresses the problem: sure, one might be able to ticket a speeder along Main Street,
but during rush hour, speed isn’t the problem. The problem is motorists using alternate routes, such as Maple Avenue, to circumvent the stop-and-go traffic along Main Street. The police who are supposedly “enforcing” traffic laws are really only contributing to more motorists seeking alternative routes to avoid Main Street, thus creating an even more dangerous situation for those wishing to share the road. It’s time we begin discussion on a solution before a tragedy occurs. Obviously police presence isn’t working. Perhaps they need to devise a new strategy, such as being a bit more creative in where they patrol; better still, I’d like to see police obey the speed limits and stop talking on their cell phones. Perhaps we need to consider installing speed bumps in key areas that will force motorists to slow down. A thoughtfully-placed speed bump on Brick Lane would go a long way toward protecting our citizens. But in the interim, please slow down. Stop at crosswalks. Be safe and be polite. Someone’s life may be depending upon it. Margie Stahl, Durham
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Summertime and the reading is easy Coming at organic from another direction Kevin Brough, principal Memorial Middle School As the 2010-11 school year begins to wind down, the thoughts of our students turn to those lazy summer days. The pace is slower, and, after a long school year filled with homework, project deadlines, tests and oral presentations, the typical Memorial School student can finally face a day without the rigors of academia. There is however another “school” of thought (no pun intended). Summer is really a great time to read. With less formal activities taking place, the opportunities for independent reading are everywhere, and parents should encourage their children to take advantage of this time to read books of interest, including both fiction and nonfiction selections. A trip to the library should be a part of every week. Prior to the visit, talk to your youngster about what types of books interest him or her. When you arrive at either the Durham Public Library or the Levi Coe Library in Middlefield, speak to the librarian about recently-obtained children’s titles or popular books chosen by other students of similar age and reading level. Once your child chooses those two or three special books, discuss a daily time for reading. Some students like to read shortly after breakfast while gearing up for their days. Other students enjoy reading in the afternoon after they have completed outdoor activities. This afternoon reading session allows them to wind down prior to dinner, or your child may enjoy reading just prior to bed. Whatever time is preferred, provide support and encouragement. One effective way to get your preadolescent to read daily is to join him or her in the process of reading. While reading with your child, you send a strong and clear message that read-
ing is important. Try to make reading sessions relatively short – perhaps 30 to 45 minutes is an appropriate time. In keeping the length of reading time reasonable, you are able to match your child’s developmental level and emphasize that independent reading is fun. In addition, make sure your son or daughter visits the Memorial School Library Media website, which contains student book reviews, reading lists and links to many other exciting websites to explore. The summer months are also a great time to improve writing skills. Encourage your child to create a journal where he or she can write about their summer experiences. If your family is planning a trip this summer, a journal not only serves as a writing opportunity but also as a reminder of an important chapter in your child’s life. Some of your child’s best writing can be done in the summer with additional time for reflection and observation. In addition to improving literacy skills, summer can be an important time to reinforce math skills. Click on the “Math Workshop” link to access a number of sites that reinforce multiplication and other math skills. In addition, many retail and bookstores have math workbooks for sale. These often have many fun activities that reinforce essential math skills. Lastly, although it is important to reinforce these important academic skills during the summer, it is also important to share the season with your child. Take that swim, watch those fireflies as they illuminate an open meadow on a summer night and share time with your child this summer. Remember – they are only this age once. Hope you have a great July and August!
A View From District 13
Szewczyk helps improve CT’s domestic violence laws This past Tuesday, June 7, the Connecticut State Senate passed HB 6629, an act concerning domestic violence. This legislation had already passed the House of Representatives and is awaiting the governor’s signature. The Connecticut Coalition of Police Officers to Prevent Domestic Violence, which was formed by Durham selectman and Hartford police officer John Szewczyk, was a major driving force behind the legislation.
“We knew that having a non-fiscal-related bill passed in a year in which the state budget was dominating the legislative session would be very difficult, so we are extremely happy. It is vital that we strengthen the domestic violence laws in Connecticut and eliminate the current loopholes,” stated Szewczyk. Some of the highlights of the bill See Domestic violence, next page
mon irritations that When we try to Claudia O’Connell show up are of the think green, someENT variety and aftimes we can be dazfect the eyes, nose zled and/or confused and throat. People by certain frequently used words. For instance, organic is can experience headaches, nausea, a word that is commonly perceived skin irritation and loss of coordinato mean, among other things, that tion, including fatigue and dizziness. which has the characteristics of or The trouble with these everyday irrican be derived from living organ- tations is that they can often be isms. But it is also used to designate blamed on many potential causes any chemical compound containing and not always linked to the correct carbon. This definition applies to the cause. As a health hazard, some organic in Volatile Organic Com- VOCs are big trouble and are known pounds, or VOCs. This is a bit coun- to impact the liver, kidneys and centerintuitive primarily because we so tral nervous system. While some orfrequently see the term organic mar- ganics are known carcinogens in keted with a green and healthy spin. both humans and animals, there is a And in many cases, this can be a very much larger number of VOCs that good thing — think about your are suspected. As you can imagine, pantry shelves and the paints containing high levcotton t-shirt on your els of VOCs can cause eleback. However, Volatile vated readings in the home Organic Compounds can because they literally covbe very bad things. er the walls that surround For me, VOCs are part us. Homeowners are paintof the last frontier of ing all the time because knowledge and are easily they consider a coat of overlooked. VOCs are gases emitted from certain liquids and paint to be an affordable way to upsolids such as paints and lacquers, date their homes. What we may not cleaning supplies (but not vinegar), consider is that off-gassing from pesticides, furniture, office printers, paint continues for years after the glues and adhesives and even perma- paint has dried, elevating VOC levels nent markers. Some VOCs to avoid inside the home and extending exporight away include perchloroethyl- sure to these dangerous chemicals. ene found in dry cleaning chemicals; I’ve included the following list of 10 benzene found in tobacco smoke, paints that are either low or no VOC painting supplies and stored fuels; products as a starting point, should and formaldehyde found in count- you embark on a painting project anytime soon: Benjamin Moore Prisless household products. Our goal should be to limit our ex- tine EcoSpec Paint, Bioshield Clay posure to VOCs, which are found and Casein Paints, Yolo Colorhouse, both indoors and outdoors, whenev- Harmony Interior Latex, Green er possible. Yet research and studies Planet Paints, Homestead House consistently show that VOCs found Paint Company, Dunn-Edwards indoors can be up to 10 times the lev- EcoShield, Devoe Wonder Pure InteLatex Odor-Free Paints, el of VOCs found outside, and the av- rior erage finding is about three times Olympic Premium and Anna Sova Latex Wall Paint. higher VOC levels indoors. Sadly not much is known about There are long and short-term health hazards associated with using the prevalence and severity of health products containing these Volatile Organic Compounds. The most comSee Organic, next page
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Town Times Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro met with 340 first graders from 19 schools across CT’s third District to recognize their achievements in the “Rosa’s Readers” program this year. The program challenges students to read 20 books during the school year. Congresswoman DeLauro presented each child with a Certificate of Accomplishment and a commemorative bookmark. Left, Brewster students with Rosa. Right, Lyman students. Photos submitted by Allison
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Durham Town Briefs
Friday, June 24, 2011
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Planning & Zoning Meeting on Wednesday, June 8, the Planning and Zoning Commission spoke with attorney John Corona about the construction of Lyman Farm, Inc.’s golf school along Route 147. Corona informed the commission that the irrigation system planned for the course is highly sensitive to detecting leaks and that the hydrant proposed for accessing the system could be detected as a leak and shut the water down. He added that only a few people can override the system and that they may not always be available during an emergency. Because of this, Corona questioned the utility of a hydrant in the site plan and asked if it could be removed from the proposal. While commission members noted the presence of other nearby water sources for fire prevention, such as the pond at the Apple Barrel, they asked that Corona first obtain a letter from the fire department saying that the hydrant is not necessary before removing it from the proposal. The commission also held an informal discussion with Dwight Fowler about his development of 195 Baileyville Road. Fowler sought the commission’s opinion on building a number of homes sideby-side along Lake Beseck so See P&Z, next page
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that each home can have a view of the lake. Commission member Jerry Russ noted that placing the buildings together would reduce their lot coverage while town planner Geoff Colegrove said that the design would aid with parking on the site. No member voiced a complaint about Fowler’s plan. During his report, Colegrove mentioned that there is a farmers’ market/flea market scheduled for four weekends in July at Peckham Park. He stated that the event must still comply with the zoning regulations and questioned if Park and Recreation's shortterm events still require speaking with the zoning commission. While the commission felt that Park and Recreation just forgot to inform them about the event, they still would have preferred
speaking with the group beforehand. Jerry Russ reminded the commission about issues related to the Touch-a-Truck event and other activities held on the site. He cited past problems with neighboring properties as reason for members of Park and Recreation to speak with the commission. Other members agreed, with safety one of their most prominent concerns. With upwards of 60 tables planned for the event, the commission noted that traffic and parking may cause problems. The commission wanted to know how the event organizers planned on addressing public safety. Colegrove suggested the commission contact their attorney to see if the event is a permitted use, while Chairman Bob Johnson felt they should meet with Parks and Rec at their next meeting. In other business, Cole-
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Continuing series of 2011 Coginchaug graduates with Honors & Distinction. Here are the last nine out of a total of 25! Congratulations, graduates of the Class of 2011! done without their support in life or where I would be today without them.” Advice Michelle would give to freshmen is “to find a core group of friends and stick with them throughout triumph and hardship.”
Michelle Palma Michelle formed strong bonds with many of her friends at Coginchaug and loved getting to see them on a daily basis throughout high school. She stated, “I don’t know what I would have
Michelle will be attending the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in order to take part in the five-year (MS/BS) Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Chemistry program. She lives with her dad Phil and mom Lenore. Her brother Ricky is 22.
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Erin Holden Salutatorian Salutatorian Erin had the great opportunity to work in an elementary classroom for the past four years through a program called Read and Lead. Every week, Erin walked down to Korn Elementary School and helped out in a classroom. She worked as a teacher’s assistant, helping kids with everything from worksheets to science experiments. Erin said, “It was because of this club that I knew I
wanted to become an elementary teacher, especially with third and fourth grade. I always look forward to going down to Korn; I’m so upset when I have to miss a week.” Erin will be attending UConn in the fall of 2011. She will be pursuing a five-year Master’s program in elementary education. Erin lives in Durham; her mom and dad are Patti and Ed Holden; her brother is Patrick, 12.
Hannah Fowler During high school Hannah participated in show choir, volleyball, track and Envirothon, but being a contribut-
Friday, June 24, 2011 ing member of the tennis team has been the most prominent experience. Hannah said that, as a freshman, she was a coy, miniature version of herself now, but she found it hard to want to make everyone happy and to appeal to other people’s interests and beliefs. “In time,” she said, “I found that your true close friends accept your differences and urge you to do what makes you happy as an individual, and if they don’t, then they probably aren’t great friends.” Hannah will be attending the University of Vermont in the fall, majoring in nursing with hopes of becoming an APRN and practice functional/holistic medicine. Hannah lives in Middlefield with her mother and father, Karen and Stephen Fowler. Siblings are Katie, 30, and David, 28. See more next page
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For all the freshmen, Henry says, “Just don’t worry about the rest of the school. Don’t bother to worry about what others will think.� After graduation, Henry will be attending Boston College to study computer science. He lives in Middlefield with parents, Annette and Matthew Willis, and brothers, Grant, 15, and Troy, 11.
Henry Willis “My favorite experience of high school was being on the Coginchaug cross-country team and the awesome team spirit and experience that it was,� Henry said. The most important life lesson he learned is that you can’t control everything, and so it’s best not to stress out about it.
Jamie Garuti Jamie loved being in the show choir and being a member of the tennis team. During her senior year she was a co-captain and loved every minute spent with friends
wish things like this away, we are missing out on life. It is important to treasure every day, or else life may pass you by.� Jamie will be attending Brandeis University in Waltham, MA, possibly studying genetics and environmental studies. doing things they love. A life lesson that Jamie learned after 13 years of school is: “You need to take time to enjoy life. Throughout high school I have found myself buried in schoolwork countless times, stressed and just praying for the weekend and for graduation. But if we
She lives in Middlefield with her mom and dad, Bunny and Ray Garuti, and her brother Jeff, 20. She has three other siblings: Beth,
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Jennie Ochterski Jennie participated in lots of things during high school, but her favorite part “was the supportive and inspiring environment that the track team provided me with. As captain, I got the opportunity to meet all the dedicated athletes and students that comprise the CRHS Continued on next page
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girls’ track team. The highlight of this season was stepping out on the new track for the first time and seeing the tears of joy falling from the eyes of my fellow seniors.”
Jennie will be attending Mount Holyoke College and majoring in critical social thought. She hopes to minor in creative writing and French. She lives in Middlefield with her father and mother, Joe Ochterski and Jean Hazen, and her sister Alice.
Laura had a blast during her high school years. She made great friends and great memories. Through it all, she had the support of family and loved ones. To incoming freshmen, Laura said, “Study hard, but don’t get overwhelmed, and cherish your high school years because they fly by. It is so important to be yourself and create friendships based off of who you really are. Being yourself will allow you to enjoy everything more because you won’t need to hide anything. Just have fun and be yourself, and everything else will fall into place.” After graduation Laura plans to attend Saint Anselm College in Manchester, New Hampshire, and will be studying nursing. She lives in Middlefield with her parents Joanne and Donald Hargreaves and her sister Michelle, 14.
Lora Manley Valedictorian
A life lesson that Lora learned is “to set goals for yourself, no matter how big or how small, and to work as hard as you possibly can to reach them. Then, once you do, set another.” Next year Lora will be attending Boston College in Chestnut Hill, MA. She is currently undecided on her major but is interested in mathematics and science. Lora lives with her mom Continued on next page
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Congratulations, Coginchaug High School Class of 2011 By Laura Francis Durham First Selectman Congratulations to the Class of 2011. You are special to me because you entered CRHS the same year I was elected First Selectman. Since then, we have had many opportunities to meet, chat and work together. Your graduation has given me an opportunity to reflect on the past four years together. Since you were freshmen, I have been meeting with you during X-Block, along with the Durham selectmen John Szewczyk and Jim McLaughlin and Middlefield First Selectman Jon Brayshaw. Even though you are “anarchists” (lol), I think we’ve had some lively and informative discussions. You’ve given me good feedback and a unique perspective of student life. Thanks for “friending” me and emailing me with your questions, thoughts and concerns. I hope that I have adequately communicated how much you are valued and appreciated by your community. Continued from page 16 and dad, Beth and Dr. John Manley in Middlefield. She has three older brothers: Kyle, 27, Ryan, 24, and Scot, 21.
We worked together in the Youth Employment Program. We started with seven students last year and will have 25 this year. You were responsible, respectful and productive and hopefully will bring that same enthusiasm and energy to your college, work or military life after graduation. Many of you actively advocated for a new athletic complex. Even though some of you did not get to “play” on the new field, at least you were able see the project to fruition. It was rewarding to witness you take the ceremonial first lap around the track. Thank you for your
e.e. cummings said, “It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.” From my point of view, you are well on your way to becoming healthy and productive adults as I’ve seen glimpses of your potential. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors. Congratulations to the Class of 2011.
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(Continued from page 6) submitted her name to a couple of small churches in Oregon that are looking for a vicar, and she and her husband are considering moving there to be close to their daughter. Leaving is bittersweet. Says Hoffman, “This is not an easy life, and I knew that going in. That’s part of why I fought it. It’s a leadership position, and if you don’t have the people’s confidence, it can be a tough job. You’re a caregiver for a lot of people — those who are sick or shut in or hospitalized. It takes a
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ran at peak efficiency. When these systems provide more power than Memorial or Lyman need, the extra electricity is fed back into Connecticut Light & Power’s grid. According to Bartone, this will “spin the meter backwards” at our schools, giving credit for the schools to use later. The solar-generated power used on-site will also save the
Kevin Brough both noted the educational opportunities of the solar panels. According to a press release, “DBS Energy is currently in the process of completing the installation of interactive kiosks at each of the schools that will provide video access to the solar photovoltaic system electricity production data.”
district money. The district buys this electricity from DBS Energy at a contracted rate, 20 percent less than other sources. DBS Energy paid for the installation of the solar panels with help from a Clean Energy Fund grant and federal tax incentives. The installation was an eight-month process, and DBS Energy owners were pleased to note that the panels have already withstood a particularly brutal winter. According to
On an appropriately sunny day, owners of DBS Energy lead students, members of RSD 13's administrative team and others through a presentation of Memorial School's stateof-the-art solar photovoltaic system. Photo by Mark Dionne Bartone, since there are no real moving parts, the system should have a useful life of
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Durham P&Z approves site plan modification for transfer station scale The owners of 593 Wallingford Road, Royalty Transportation Service, LLC, were also present to obtain permission for storing vehicles meant for automobile transportation on their site. Although the property already stores these vehicles, a statute change now requires them to possess a limited repair license for transporting vehicles. The owners don’t plan on performing vehicle repair at the location, with the exception of the transportation truck. Because of this, the commission gave the applicants their unanimous approval. ZEO Geoff Colegrove mentioned that 19 Wilcox Drive is also transporting vehicles on
and off the site. However, the property is located in the farm/residential zone and lacks the proper permits for the business. He suggested the commission contact attorney Steve Byrne to seek an injunction against the business. One matter brought up by chairman George Eames is that a number of businesses along Main Street are leaving their A-frame signs out overnight when they should be removed at night and brought out again in the morning. Member Catherine Devaux added that many of these businesses also place their signs closer to the road than they’re supposed to. The commission suggested contacting the businesses to remind them of the regulations.
The Academy for Little Learners After Care students visited the Durham Farmers’ Market recently. They were very interested in learning about the many uses of fur from an alpaca and eating delicious treats. In photos are Ryan Wirger, Sam Daricek, Brennan Stopka, Hannah Wright, Chace Caprossi, Isabelle Salvator and Eric Wirger. Submitted by Lisa Stopka
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The Planning and Zoning Commission spoke with Dom DelVecchio of the Durham/Middlefield Interlocal Agreement Advisory Board about modifying the transfer station’s site plan to allow for a scale. This scale would weigh the demolition material brought in for disposal so that the transfer station could appropriately charge users for its removal. DelVecchio stated that the town must pay for its removal based on weight, but that without a scale, the transfer station currently charges users based on volume. The proposed scale will be installed on the east side of the transfer station property near the compactor with a circular drive-through area so that vehicles can get weighed, unload the material, then drive through again to weigh the vehicles without the material. While commission member Ralph Chase felt that the area may be too congested, DelVecchio told the commission that the rest of the property was previously used as a landfill, and DMIAAB went with an unused portion of the land without any impact on local wetlands. Based on DelVecchio’s presentation, the commission granted the site plan change their unanimous approval. The commission also reviewed a letter from town engineer Brian Curtis regarding the need for sedimentation and erosion control at a seven-lot subdivision on Johnson Lane. The letter stated that certain areas lack vegetation, silt fences are in need of repair, sedimentation has bypassed the basins and can reach a nearby stream, along with a number of other issues. While the property owner initially asked for a bond extension on the site, a recent change in state statutes automatically extended it. However, the property owner’s representative, attorney Joan Molloy, stated that the owners should take care of the sedimentation issues within the next few weeks.
The commission asked her to update them once the work has been done.
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L e f t , BASREP kids are sporting the ties that they made for t h e i r dads for Father’s D a y . From left: Dominic Pascarelli, Noah Chaffee, Samantha Rochette, Rachel Testa, Devin Geoghegan, Colin Sheehy, Amanda Perkins, Max Temple, Hugh Barrett and Duncan Bates. In the back stands staff member Ivan Johnson. Submitted photo
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anza, providing life-changing opportunities to those children as well. CRHS students have traveled to Oaxaca, volunteered at Centro de Esperanza and visited Rodrigo’s home, which often has a big impact on students.
Meeting the child they have worked to support and seeing his living conditions can make community service more real, personal and meaningful. Ashley Horn was one of those students. Ashley, who
was a junior and a member of the CRHS Spanish Honor Society when she traveled to Oaxaca, was delighted to meet Rodrigo, the child they sponsored. Ashley later returned to Oaxaca where she taught for four years. She has maintained a relationship with Rodrigo and for four years has sponsored his younger brother, David, with her mother, Marilyn. She has enjoyed a close relationship with Rodrigo and David, witnessing first-hand the difference education has made in their lives. She attended Rodrigo’s graduation and is so proud of his accomplishments. She is also proud of OSCG and the commitment it makes to each child in the program. David struggled in school last year but has received tutoring every Saturday to help him succeed. “OSCG is an advocate for the children, ensuring they get the help they need from edu-
cation and proper nutrition to access to medical care,” said Ashley. She is grateful for the opportunity she had as a junior in high school to go to Mexico, to “see other people’s realty and help out a little.” Nancy Alberico, Spanish teacher at CRHS, sponsors a little girl through OSCG and continues to take students to Oaxaca. This year 16 CRHS students spent two weeks in Mexico, staying with host families and visiting Centro de Esperanza. Alberico explains that, through the Spanish Honor Society, students learn how to fundraise and use their community as a resource to help others. Visiting the center and families for whom they are fundraising makes those efforts more meaningful and instills a sense of pride by seeing the difference their support is making. Alberico is committed to keeping the program going as long as she
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Also under new business, Brayshaw spoke of two new STEAP grants that the town has recently applied for. One is for about $50,000 to $60,000 for a new water tank for the small water system near the trasnfer station that the town shares with Durham. He said, “The tank leaks and the building is falling down.” The other is for about $200,000 to go toward bridge repairs on Miller Road. Brayshaw stated, “Chances are we will get one of the two, but we don’t know yet.” Tax refunds were approved for GMAC, Ronald Caldwell-Andrews, and Ellen or Michael Olszewski.
CRHS Spring Sports Banquet
Friday, June 24, 2011 The Coginchaug High School spring Sports Banquet took place on Monday, June 20. Twenty-four students were recognized for achievements in sports. This week we are printing what the coaches had to say about the Most Valuable Players. See the rest next week.
He got the concept of the serve, where to place the ball and net shots. I think one of his best games was in the Shoreline tournament when he played the #3-seeded player. Erikson’s serve as well as his forehand were terrific. While he only won two games in each set, it would have been hard for even a seasoned player to have beaten this talented player from Valley Regional. Coach Karen Kean
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MVP — Softball Lauren is the table-setter for our offense and has proven it against the defense. She is difficult to defend with her consistent ability to get on base by laying down a bunt or with a hit. Her speed speaks for itself. Lauren has beat out bunts, stolen bases, taken extra bases, all with ease. She generally creates havoc for the defense. Not only is the emphasis on her offensive play, but she is also a very talented defensive player as well. Coaches Ann Moscovics and Michael Cheney
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MVP — Boys’ tennis This new tennis player had to make some tough decisions with his busy schedule of activities. I’m happy to say, more often than not, he chose tennis. He proved to be a very good player. During the season he played singles at the #2, #3, #4 and #5 positions. He offered to play #1 if I wanted. He also played doubles at either the #1 or #2 position. Now that’s what I call being diversified. Ben had not played tennis since he was in seventh grade. I’m happy to say this senior certainly improved in a very short time. He developed a great serve and a very good forehand. I hope he continues to play tennis as I believe he enjoyed it very much. He is a great athlete. Coach Karen Kean
MVP — Golf Over the past eight to 10 years of Coginchaug golf, the team has had a tremendous amount of dominating players. This season the most valuable golfer award goes to a player who fits right into this category…dominating. In 12 out of 16 matches, this player was tied for the lowest team score or had the lowest score outright. This golfer
finished fourth in the Shoreline Conference tournament with a 75 and then finished in the top 15 at the state tournament, shooting a 79. Without a doubt this player was a major factor in the success of the Blue Devils and definitely deserves this award. Besides being an extraordinary golfer, she has great leadership skills as one of the team captains. For the second season in a row, the Benchwarmers most valuable golfer award goes to co-captain, Liz DiVincentis.
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Maura Fehon and Jen Roth MVP — Girls’ Tennis The MVP award goes to They ended the season with a the “Twin Towers.” These 10-5 record, a #3 seeding for two players were a force to be Shorelines, first team All reckoned with. They led the Shoreline, came in second in team on and off the court. the Shoreline tournament
MVP — Baseball This year’s Most Valuable Baseball Player Award goes to an athlete who waited three years to play at varsity level. He came into this season slated to be both a corner outfielder and a major contributor in the pitching rotation. However, a nagging injury sustained in the fall curtailed that plan. To keep his
bat in the line-up, he became our full-time designated hitter and proceeded to lead our team in hitting with a .375 average. He also worked his way back on to the mound and gave us quality innings at the end of the season. For his efforts he was honored by
Our most valuable runner is a girl with long legs, excellent coordination and determination. As a freshwoman, she was determined to master jumping, and she worked her way to being a seasoned athlete through working with coaches, studying videos of herself and others and attending jumping camps. She set a high jump record of 5’ 4.25”. Lora finished fourth at the state open and earned the right to compete at New Englands. We wish her all the best and will greatly miss her! Coaches Lavinia Vigue and
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Alex will be remembered as the athlete who scored the most points for his team. In the Shoreline Championship alone he was responsible for a third of the team’s total points. He will be remembered for breaking a multitude of meet and school records. He will be remembered as the Shoreline 3,200M champion, an event he won all four years, an accomplishment unprecedented in league history and not likely to be duplicated any time soon. We will remember how he put the needs of his team first and wasthe ultimate sportsman who respected all and feared none. Coach Marty Roberts
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WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY The Town of Middlefield Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA) will hold a public hearing pursuant to Conn. Gen. Stat. § 7-255 on July 13th, 2011 at 7 pm at the Middlefield Community Center, 405 Main Street, Middlefield, CT. The Middlefield WPCA has proposed sewer use charges as follows: 1)
Mitchell Brown and his father, Gene, of Durham, were up for a flight lesson last Saturday, en route from Meriden Markham Airport, where they were practicing landings, back to their home airport in Chester. Mitchell spotted the new Coginchaug track below them and snapped a couple of quick photos, above. Mitchell is below.
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Connecticut Communication wins majors championship By Shari Adams Special to the Town Times On June 10, Connecticut Communications defeated Timeout Tavern 2-0 in the Coginchaug Little League Majors Championship. This win was the culmination of an outstanding season for Connecticut Communications with a regular season record of 15-1 and a semi-final win against Dean Autoworks 10-0. It was also the second consecutive year that Connecticut Communications clinched the Coginchaug Little League Boys’ Majors Championship.
Back row from left: Coach Lou Garofalo, Manager Scott Marks, Coach Dave Adams; middle row from left: Ryan Child, Zach Light, Scott Marks, Kyle Adams, Ricky Sorenson; front row from left: Brien Radziunas, Tyler Leblanc, AJ Kleczkowski, Kyle Grenier and Luke Garofalo. Not pictured are Cal Pitruzzello and Coach Glen Pitruzzello. Photo was submitted by Dawn Child
Throughout the season, Connecticut Communications’ line-up was anchored by a core of 12-year-olds playing their last little league season. Manager Scott Marks commented, “I love coaching the kids, but I really enjoy
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coming off the bag on an errant throw and tagging out the runner. Twelve-yearolds Ryan Childs and Brien Radziunas supported the team in both the infield and outfield. Another gamechanging moment occurred when twelve-year-old Ricky Sorenson was forced to take Cal Pitruzzello’s place at the plate after Cal fouled a ball off his eye. Inheriting a 1-2 count, Sorenson hit a hard ground ball to drive in Marks from third with a huge insurance run, making the score 2-0. Manager Scott Marks said, “I gave Ricky the game ball. He was put in a real tough position being asked to hit a ground ball off one of the best pitchers in the league. And to do this after inheriting a two-strike count is amazing.” Connecticut Communications’ younger players did not disappoint either. Zach Light played great defense at third base. Kyle Grenier, the most versatile player on the team, also played great defense. According to Marks, “Kyle Grenier has played just about every position on this team, and he has played them all very well.” Luke Garofalo caught the entire championship game. Garofalo was a wall back there, only allowing one pitch to get by him. Cal Pitruzzello played a great second base. Cal set the tone of the game by making the first play of the game on a hard hit ground ball from the first batter of the game. AJ Kleckowski lent his support in the outfield. Winning the Majors Championship was a great way for Connecticut Communications to wrap up the season. The players worked hard all year and it paid off. Players from both Connecticut Communications and Timeout Tavern will be playing on the Coginchaug Little League All Star team this summer. Come join the fun and cheer for these players when the 12-year-old All Star team takes the field in Durham beginning June 29.
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An all-girls basketball and field hockey clinic will be held at Mercy High School in Middletown for any and all girls entering grades 5 to 9. The basketball clinic is July 25 through 29 from 9 a.m. to noon. The field hockey clinic is July 18 thru 22 from 9 a.m. to noon. Please call Mercy High School at 860-347-8957 or go to www.mercyhigh.com for a registration form and clinic price.
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Zoe Stublarec (center row, far left), of Rockfall, and Kendra Landy (top row, second girl from left), of Durham, stand with their team (Oakwood Soccer Club) after winning their second consecutive statewide championship. This qualifies them to compete at the Regional level this upcoming Fourth of July weekend for a weekend event in Lancaster county, PA.
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INDUSTRIAL SPACE FOR LEASE Tax and Moving Incentives! security camera on site. Centrally located in downtown Meriden, CT. Convenient access to major highways and railroad/bus terminal. (Rt. 5, I-91, Rt. 15, Rt. 66 are within a mile of location.)
Total Space Available: 7,500 SF Rental Rate: $5.50 /SF/Year Min. Divisible: 3,600 SF Property Type: Industrial Property Sub-type: Warehouse Zoning Description: Enterprise zone
Call: 203-317-2330 for more information or search our listing on LoopNet.com (11 Crown Street, Meriden, CT)
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Located in Meriden, CT on property zoned c-1, Enterprise Zone with potential tax incentives & moving expense incentives. This 3,600 sq. ft space is expandable into adjacent space for a total of 7,500 sq ft of space. Some of the features are covered loading docks, 24 hour tractor trailer access, up to 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceilings, high voltage available, office / bathroom /
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10% OFF Our Already Competitive Prices No Restrictions - Any Available Date for 75 to 400 Guests Reception Includes: 8 Item Variety of Hot Hors d'oeuvres (You Choose from Our Extensive List)
3 Course Sit Down Plated Dinner or 8 Item Buffet
Special Discount Price
Either Selection Includes Generous Portions of Our Top Quality Homestyle Food.
$66.50 pp
You Choose from Items such as:
Tax & Tip Included
• Stuffed Shrimp • Grilled Swordfish • Roasted Beef Tenderloin • Seafood Newburg • Cornish Hen • Prime Rib • Many Chicken Dishes • Many Pork Dishes • Many Pasta Dishes - with our Famous Sauce • Vegetables • Potatoes • Antipasto and Many, Many More
1074 South Colony Road Route 5, Wallingford (203) 269-6695 www.stillwood.com
Also Included: 5 1/2 Hours Exclusive use of Entire Facility Wedding Cake Use of 2nd Level Bridal Lounge complete with Private Restrooms Grand Staircase Entrance into Dining Room One of the Largest Polished Hardwood Dance Floors in CT Sparkling Spacious Restrooms with Amenities Spacious Paved Parking
5 1/2 Hour Top Shelf Open Bar Package Including Frozen Drinks, Dinner Wine on Tables, Champagne Toast and Brands such as: • Canadian Club • Seagrams VO • Crown Royal • Grey Goose • Absolut • Johnny Walker Black • Captain Morgan • Baccardi • Kahlua • DiSarrono • Variety of Beers and Wines and Many More
More Options Available Such As: • Chocolate Fountain • Venetian Table • Chef Attended Stations • Cafe Internationale - Featuring Cappuccino, Espresso, Gourmet Coffees, Italian Pastries, Biscotti and all of our Top Shelf Drinks
• Champagne Fountain • Special Effects Dance Floor Lights • Guest Shuttle When you choose Zandri's Stillwood Inn you get one thing you won't find anywhere else - The Zandri name... and when your name is on the business you take extra pride in providing exceptional service. More than 60 years experience in the food service business. ~ 31 years at this location ~
Specializing in all Social Events such as:
We can customize your event to meet your every request
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Showers • Anni versaries•Cor porate Events • Birthday Parties Retirement Parties • Sweet 15 & 16 Parties • Graduations