Volume 18, Issue 25
Serving Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall
The sun sets on another Durham Fair There was rain — intermittent on Thursday and torrential on Friday — lots of sun and lots of heat Saturday and Sunday and even some spectacular sunsets at the 92nd annual Durham Fair. Below, fairgoers under umbrellas toughed it out during the Friday rain and enjoyed the colorful sunset at the close of the fair Sunday, at right. Photos by Michelle P. Carter
A message about Durham Fair volunteerism The Coginchaug track teams would like to thank the Durham Fair Office of Public Safety for the opportunity to assist in loading the exit buses at Whites Field. Besides being an economic engine for our communities and civic organizations, the fair offers our young people an example of volunteerism as we all pitched in. The Coginchaug track teams and their supporters provided over 50 students and 18 adults over four days to ensure the buses at Whites Field were loaded safely. It was a lesson for our students in dealing with the public and in contributing to the general good of their team and their community. As we all go about out very busy lives, it’s important that this culture of community spirit be passed down to the next generation. The best way to do that is by example. Thank you students and CTS volunteers. Pictured here: members of the girls C r o s s Country Team begin their shift loading buses at the Durham Fair. By Ernie Judson
Durham Fair president Gene Chiappetta: “I think that the fair went well, despite the poor weather. Thanks to our dear friends, volunteers and our friends at Tilcon who let us use the parking area. The visitors that did show up, I think, had a good time.”
Above center, Aurora Kobus (oneand-a-half) touching her first goat at the fair. Submitted by Leah Bernacki
Right, Lexy Martowski and Ashley Vanamar working at the Benchwarms booth. Submitted by Roseann Thody
Want more Durham Fair coverage? See photo pages 14-18.
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Beading Jewelry: Wednesdays, Oct. 12 and 19. Introduction to Wire Jewelry: Tuesdays, Oct. 25 and Nov. 1. Fresh Holiday Centerpiece: Wednesday, Dec. 14. Cooking Dinner at Fiore II Restaurant in Middletown: Monday, Oct. 24. Marinara, Baked Lasagna and Pumpkin Bread Pudding: Tuesday, Oct. 18. Gourmet Stuffed Peppers and Chili with Rick Madley: Tuesday, Nov. 15. Holiday Appetizers by Little Something Catering: Wednesday, Nov. 2. Rustic Bread and Cinnamon Rolls: Thursday, Nov. 10. Home and Gardening Designing Gardens to Attract Butterflies and Birds: Tuesday, Oct. 11. Fresh Holiday Centerpiece: Wednesday, Dec. 14. Daytime Classes for Seniors & Others Tai Chi: Wednesdays, Nov. 2 to Dec. 21 from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. New Computer Class! Social Media: What is it and how do you use it?: Tuesday, Oct. 25. Continuing Conversational Spanish for Seniors: Tuesdays Oct. 11 to Dec. 13. Mind & Body Feeling Stressed? In a rut? Learn Five Proven Ways to Climb Out!: Thursday, Nov. 3. Hatha Yoga with Kate Mitchell: Thursdays at Memorial School from 7 to 8
RSD13 Adult Education Registration has begun for the District 13 Adult Education fall program. Brochures have been mailed to all Durham and Middlefield residents and are available at the District 13 schools, Central Office and the Adult Education office. Brochures are also available at local libraries in Middlesex County, local town halls, Fiore II Restaurant in Middletown, Durham Fitness Center and Country Yarns in Wallingford. Adult education classes are held at Coginchaug High School, Memorial Middle School and local restaurants. Classes are open to residents and non-residents for the same fee, and older children and teens are welcome. For price info and to register, call 860-349-2232 or e-mail scarroll2@sbcglobal.net. Arts & Crafts Knitting & Crocheting in Sync: Tuesdays, Nov. 15, 29 and Dec. 6. Introduction to
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teams compete for awards including: Best Team Name, Team with the Most Spirit, Most Entertaining Team and Most Original Team. Mike Klimas will be emceeing the event, and Keith Luckenbach will be the wordmaster. Judges include Durham First Selectman Laura Francis, the Honorable Judge Joe Marino and the Honorable Judge Richard Adams. Money raised through the tax-deductible $120 team fee and other donations go to support the educational and enrichment work of the foundation. CVEF is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting excellence, innovation and creativity in education for the community and to support life-long learning in Durham and Middlefield.
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Legislative mandates confront RSD13 Board of Education By Mark Dionne Special to the Town Times During the Sept. 27 meeting of the Board of Education (BOE), Superintendent of Schools Sue Viccaro handed out and reviewed 22 pages summarizing legislative changes concerning education. Members discussed difficulties associated with the timelines and costs of these changes and even speculated about the consequences of ignoring them. Viccaro pointed out several areas that she said would likely have cost implications, including training for school personnel to respond to abuse and neglect, multiple requirements for data collection and training in anti-bullying initiatives. “There’s a lot in that [legislation] that’s going to have
costs associated with it,” Viccaro said. A lengthy section of the summary concerned antibullying efforts required by schools. According to the summary, the act “requires annual training for all school employees,” including substitutes, in responding to bullying incidents. The act requires schools to respond to bullying that takes place at school events, over school electronic devices and at bus stops.
Districts are also required to respond to bullying that takes place outside of school if it creates an unsafe environment in the school. Districts also must perform school climate assessments every two years and designate people and a committee responsible for “implementing the safe school climate plans.” Starting in the 2012-13
teaching students for careers that do not yet exist. Speaking of unfunded mandates in general, member Bob Fulton speculated about the costs of implementing legislative mandates compared to the costs of ignoring them. Multiple members questioned the need for the new
“Let’s just not do it,” said BOE member Jeremy Renninghoff, calling the plan “social engineering.” Member Nancy Boyle noted that, in some cases, they were
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Fall Colors Dance The 4 C’s Square Dance Club (Durham/Cheshire) will hold their Fall Colors Dance at Brewster School from 8 to 10:30 p.m. Ron McMurdy will be the caller and Sue Lucibello the cuer. For more information and prices, please call 860-3498084 or 203-272-7463. Bridge Night Come join in at the Durham Activity Center every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. for a fun night of bridge with great people. If you are not sure how to play, Jim will teach you. You may call Jim at 860-346-6611 with bridge questions. Call Durham Recreation at 860-343-6724 with further questions. Zumbathon Fundraiser Come to this fun-packed 1.5-hour Zumbathon® charity event today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Core Club in Durham. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in advanced for a reduced price at Core Club or by contacting Deb Cook at zumbawithdeborah@gmail. com. One hundred percent of ticket sales and profits will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Travel Basketball Tryouts The Durham Basketball Association (DBA) will hold tryouts for its 2011-12 season during the last week of September at Strong School. Participation in tryouts for travel teams is open to girls and boys entering grades 5-8 who live in Durham, Middlefield or Rockfall. Today’s tryouts are for grade 7 girls (7:30 to 9 p.m.) and grade 5 boys (6 to 7:30 p.m.).
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October 1 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 last tag sale and flea market of the season, rain or shine, in their church hall, church garage, parking lot and lawn from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Featuring household goods, pots and pans, dishes, craft and sewing supplies, furniture, clothing, antiques, collectibles, books and anything else 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. Breakfast and lunch are available for purchase. There are 40 vendors in the parking lot. Payment due Middlefield residents should note that sewer assessment payments are due to the tax collector today. Brain Tumor Society Walk Residents of Durham are joining with people from around the country to raise a united voice in the fight against brain tumors. The 5K walk will take place on Castle Island in South Boston. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and programs and activities run from 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteer Opportunity The Durham Conservation Commission will hold a work party from 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will be gathering at the end of Dead Hill Road at 9 a.m. The goal is to clear trails of storm damage and other unwanted vegetation from Pisgah Mountain Open Space property. The event is rain or shine, but lightning cancels. People are needed to handle and move brush.
SUNDAY
October 2 Truck Show & Flea Market The 1937 Pontiac Deluxe 6 will motor into town for the Middlesex County Historical Society’s 26th annual Antique and Classic Car and Truck Show and Flea Market, being held at Middletown High School on LaRosa Lane, off Newfield Street. Car registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and judging starts at 11:30 a.m. with trophies awarded at 2:30 p.m. Al-
though cars registered for judging must be dated 1986 or older, there is no cut-off date for cars being placed in the car corral. The flea market opens at 6 a.m. Rain date is Sunday, Oct. 9. For more info or admission and registration prices, call the society at 860-346-0746. Lobster Dinner The United Churches of Durham invites you to a night of food, fun and entertainment. A lobster dinner will be held on Saturday, Oct. 8, at 5 p.m. This fullycatered event will be held in the Fellowship Hall (228 Main Street). Tickets must be purchased in advance by today (cash or check only). For tickets or information please call or e-mail either Sue Cipriani at 860-575-3502 and scipriani67@gmail.com or Liz Cipollina at 860-6850207 and aaronjess@aol.com.
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October 3 Durham Senior Lunches Every Monday and Wednesday, hot lunches are available for seniors over 60 and their spouses at the Durham Activity Center located at 350 Main St. Following the lunches on Mondays is game time which includes billiards, Wii and cards. For pricing info and to make a reservation, call Amanda Astarita, senior café manager, at 860-349-3153. Middlefield Senior Lunches The Middlefield Senior Café is serving lunch three times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Reservations are required 24 hours prior, and their monthly menu can be picked up at the center, Town Hall, or on their website: www.middlefieldct.org. Men’s 30+ Basketball This program will be held at the Memorial School gym and is open to Durham and Middlefield residents 30 years old and up. It is a “pickup” style format with teams being selected each evening. Program starts at 6:30 p.m. and will run to 8:30 or 9 p.m. or until everyone passes out — whichever comes first! Monday nights starting today.
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October 4 Durham Registrars of Voters The Durham Registrars of Voters will be in session on Tuesday, Oct. 4, in their office on the second floor of the Durham Town Hall from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a session to revise the Preliminary Registry List and enroll new voters. Women’s A Capella SING! Valley Shore chorus of Sweet Adelines International invites women to sing in a four-part harmony a capella group. Practice includes basic music theory and styles. Check it out on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Parish Hall, 47 Oak St. in Middletown. Call Joan at 860-767-8540 for info. Cribbage Teams Needed The K-Club Team Cribbage League (168 Main St. in Rockfall) is looking for teams (a minimum of eight is needed) to begin today at 6:30 p.m. For additional information and prices, please call 860-604-7218. Middlefield Flu Clinic The flu shot clinic at the senior center will be offered a little differently this year. CVS Pharmacy representatives will be on hand to give the shots, and the clinic is offered for those with Medicare only. Please be aware of this change, and plan accordingly. This flu shot clinic for seniors will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon. Middletown Flu Clinic A seasonal flu clinic is scheduled from noon to 8 p.m. at Council Chamber, City Hall in Middletown. The vaccine shots are free and will be administered on a first come, first served basis. Supplies are limited. Anyone over age two and in good health is encouraged to receive the vaccine. The clinics are sponsored by MDA (Mass Dispensing Area) 36. For more information, call 860344-3482. Sound of New England Join the Sound of New England Chorus’ rehearsals on any Tuesday night in October (4, 11, 18 or 25) from 7 to 8:15 p.m. You’ll learn two holiday songs with the chorus over the following several weeks and then perform
with them at their holiday concert on Sunday, Dec. 4! Rehearsals are held at the First Congregational Church (10 Wintonbury Ave. in Bloomfield). For more information, please visit www.soundofnewengland.o rg or call 1-877-LUV-2-SING.
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October 5 Durham Senior Lunches Every Monday and Wednesday, hot lunches are available for seniors over 60 and their spouses at the Durham Activity Center located at 350 Main St. Bingo starts at 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. For pricing info and to make a reservation, call Amanda Astarita, senior café manager, at 860-349-3153.
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October 6 Richard Conniff and The Species Seekers The Rockfall Foundation of Middlesex County is hosting Richard Conniff and The Species Seekers for an evening presentation and conversation from 7 to 9 p.m. at the deKoven House Community Center in Middletown.
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October 7 Bridge Night Come join in at the Durham Activity Center every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. for a fun night of bridge with great people. If you are not sure how to play, Jim will teach you. You may call Jim at 860-346-6611 with bridge questions. Call Durham Rec at 860-343-6724 with further questions. Hand & Foot Join in the fun and learn a new card game at the Middlefield Senior Center! The game is Hand & Foot and is played with five decks of cards. There are several people to teach this easy game, and it will be something new to learn and play with friends. The first game will be today at 1 p.m. Games will be played every Friday at 1 p.m. No reservation is needed; this is adrop-inprogram.Coffeeand cookies will be served.
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Small agenda for BOS Francis made a statement thanking everyone for their help and cooperation. The Department of Emergency Management in Durham will be having training sessions for members of the Community Emergency Response Team on Oct. 21 and 28 as well as Nov. 4 and 5. The training will help members to be prepared to help others in cases like Irene in the future. The Public Works Building Oversight Committee met on Friday, Sept. 19, and has plans to meet more frequently going forward. The town’s contract with Hawley Construction was signed and all insurance and bond information was received. (Cheri Kelley/From minutes)
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During a short Durham Board of Selectmen (BOS) meeting held on Sept. 19, the board presented Roy Piper with a proclamation in honor of his retirement as the Department of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS) Region 2 coordinator and extended their gratitude. First Selectman Laura Francis appointed Maryann Krenz to fill an alternate vacancy on the Recreation Commission. This appointment ends in December 2012. The call to the annual town meeting was made during the meeting, which will be held in the Julian B. Thayer Auditorium at Coginchaug Regional High School (CRHS) on Monday, Oct. 3, at 8 p.m. In old business, Francis said that the FEMA application for storm Irene was submitted on Sept. 16, and the town is waiting for a project specialist to be assigned.
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Meet the candidates gathering The Rockfall neighborhood is invited to meet and greet Lucy Petrella and the Democratic candidates at Track Side Deli on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 8-10 a.m. There will be free coffee and doughnut. All are invited.
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Many local ways to celebrate the harvest By Cheri Kelley Town Times This is the time of the year traditionally that New Englanders started to rejoice and enjoy the rewards of all their hard work over the spring and summer growing season. Celebrations of abundance and some much-needed frivolity were happy occurrences throughout the land. But how do we celebrate the harvest today in a time when most folks gather their bounty from the local grocery store instead of fresh from the field?
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we were encouraging them to dig right in and feel through the rich soil to search for potatoes. It was like a treasure hunt for them, and all the little critters and surprises found were of great interest to both the almost five-yearold and the two-year-old. And the potatoes were beautiful. We planted red, white and blue varieties and got about 10 pounds for every pound we planted. I can’t wait to make all sorts of tasty autumnal meals with them this season. Fair time is a way families rejoice and celebrate in the harvest, and, as the Durham Fair has now come and gone, other fairs and festivals are underway throughout New England. Throw a blanket in the car, grab a cooler and head out to see the beauty that is Connecticut in the fall. For a quick outing, keep it local, or, for a nice weekend trip, head out to the sights throughout the region. My family does this often; we stop at roadside stands and check out family farms and pack all the goodness into our
cooler. We drive until we find the perfect spot. Then we all tumble out of the car with blanket in hand and have a delicious picnic with all our finds along the way. It is so
The Kelley boys and dad Jerry dig in to harvest potatoes grown right on their driveway. yummy and lovely to taste the very essence of autumn and see the laughter of the little ones making memories before our eyes. Another way folks celebrate the harvest is by pick-
ing some fall favorites, like Connecticut-grown apples. In this area, there are so many amazing orchards to choose from to make a day of it. Donning our coziest knitted sweaters and breaking out the pie tins for an afternoon of apple picking and baking until the entire neighborhood smells of cinnamon and nutmeg is a great harvest tradition. Just about this time of year, while driving around town, one can start to get a glimpse of harvest decorations sprouting in homes and yards. Bright orange pumpkins are spotted on porches and fences, and dried corn stalks have been placed beside front doors shouting welcome to the changing of seasons. (For more decorating ideas look to future issues of Town Times.) We all celebrate in our own ways, and this is a great time of year to stop for a moment and really take it in with all our senses. Happy Harvest!
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Durham Library celebrates Civil War anniversary with programs By Cheri Kelley Town Times This year marks the sesquicentennial — or 150th — anniversary of the Civil War, and the Durham Library is providing the community with various programs honoring that time in American history and the many ways people’s lives were touched. The library was awarded a grant by the Coginchaug Valley Educational Foundation (CVEF), and further funding was provided by the Durham Library PALS. Valerie Kilmartin, director of the Durham Library, stated, “Our goal is to put the war in cultural and historical perspective, reveal the role of Connecticut in the war and provide a human context through stories of real people of the period.” The program series will commence on Wednesday, Oct. 12, at 7 p.m. Matthew Warshauer will lead a discussion of his book, Connecticut in the American Civil War: Slavery, Sacrifice and Survival. In his book, he gives readers a glimpse into Connecticut’s involvement in the war. The book discusses the many attitudes regarding race and slavery in
the time period surrounding the war. The book also discusses the feelings within the state on whether to join the fight and the many sacrifices of those who lived during the war. The library staff will be providing supplemental activities for children and young adults that coincide with the larger keynote programs. One of the programs is a cooking class where participants will be preparing hardtack. There will also be book lists provided for all levels, including children, young adult and adult, for those who are interested in learning more about the Civil War. On Saturday, Oct. 15, at 11 a.m., Trish Chambers will provide a performance called Civil War Women: Their Roles and Legacies, where the lives of women during the Civil War will be looked at, including the issues that they faced in both the North and the South and how they solved or dealt with them. Taking place on Saturday, Oct. 22, at 2 p.m., there will be a performance of Kandie Carle’s They Called Me Lizzy…from Slavery to the White House. This story records the real life of Eliza-
beth Keckly, a freed slave who became a dressmaker and confidante for the First L a d y , Mary Todd Lincoln. This is Kandie Carle presented as Elizabeth b y Keckly. Stephanie Jackson. On Saturday, Nov. 5, at 11 a.m., there will be a musical program titled Brother Against Brother: Songs, Tunes and Tales From The War of Rebellion or Northern Aggression. This performance is by Tom Callinan. The state troubadour program was created in 1991 by the Connecticut Commission on the Arts, which is when Callinan was named Connecticut’s first official state troubadour. Another program is on Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m. Stephen Collins will be portraying Walt Whitman in Unlaunch’d Voices, An Evening with Walt Whitman. In this performance, Collins will step back into the life of Whitman and share it with the audience. There will be
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The article on celebrating the harvest (page 6 in this issue) inspired me to reflect on the hard work that I put into creating my own bounty. The time I spend working in the soil to produce beautiful veggies is diminishing with the daylight. Where once I was putzing around in my garden one or two times a day, pulling this and watering that, I now find myself walking by every few days with not much to do but feel sorry for its sad appearance. The lush, green garden that was just overflowing with cucumbers, peas and lettuce now consists of wilting, browning vines and carrots that are struggling to make anything of themselves this year. (I’ll have to look into why that is and make adjustments for next year.) At least my peppers, though small, are still hanging around (no pun intended). That is the love of a garden. It comes and goes; it’s slightly unpredictable but always exciting. But don’t quote me, I’m just a fledgling gardener. That’s just my experience.
My gardening story starts in 2008 when, during that summer, I purchased a blueberry bush for fun. I fell in love with the process of caring for ‘my baby.’ By the following spring, I was preparing a very small sliver of our side yard for a vegetable garden — an area that I felt had been neglected due to its location. At least it had sunlight. The garden was not too lucrative that first year, and I took notes on ways to improve the soil. The next year I was filling the garden with more plants and branching off into new varieties. I was gaining experience with the task — and more importantly — confidence. I was pinching myself this summer. I was working with a garden that cooperated with me for the first time. The soil is in decent condition, and I often announced to my leafy buddies, “I nurtured all of this.” I enjoyed nothing more than to spend as much time caring for, or at least gazing at, my garden, See Garden, next page
Letters to the Editor Dear Durham Fair attendees Members of Coginchaug Regional High School’s environmental club ECO and Boy Scout Troop 27 would like to thank all of you who recycled your beverage containers in
our bins at the Durham Fair this past weekend. With your help, we were able to divert over 25,100 bottles, cans and cups from the trash. The volume of plastic removed from the waste stream would easily fill a tractor-trailer truck! This is a huge savings on natural resources.
Special election letter rules In order to allow the largest number of citizens to express their opinions on the upcoming elections, we set a few special election season letter rules. Number one: the deadline for election letters will be Monday at 5 p.m. Number two: election letters will be limited to 250 words. Also, in order to allow as many people as possible to weigh in, we will not print letters that have already been printed in another publication. For the last week before elections (deadline Oct. 31), only positive letters of support will be accepted. Of course, only signed letters with phone numbers, so we can verify authorship, will be accepted. Phone numbers won’t be printed.
Letters policy The Town Times intends to present a forum for the lively exchange of ideas and issues. To facilitate the publication of your contributions, several guidelines should be followed. Letters to the editor must be signed, with a phone number included. The writer will be called to confirm authorship. No anonymous letters will be printed. Contributions by any individual or group will not be published more frequently than once a month. Every effort will be made to print all letters received. However, the selection and date of publication will be at the discretion of the editor. Finally, the opinions expressed by our letter writers are not necessarily those of this newspaper. Deadline: Tuesday noon for Friday publication.
Boy Scout Troop 27 and ECO would also like to thank the Durham Fair Association for their generous donation of bags, gloves, sorting and storage space and the use of a tractor and trailer to haul the bottles to our sorting station. Special thanks go to Mr. John Mitchell and Mr. Bill Smith for their support. We also thank the Coca Cola Bottling Company for their cooperation in supplying us with sorting boxes and generously supporting our efforts. ECO uses the profits they earn from the Durham Fair Recycling to fund other environmental projects. The Boy Scouts utilize their funds to support troop activities, such as camping trips, gear and educational outings. The recycling project is a win-win for all! ECO and Troop 27 have teamed up to collect recyclables for the past six years at the Durham Fair. We especially would like to thank the members of our organizations for their lengthy hours of grimy, sticky and, at times, gross efforts to make this project such a success. We could never make this big of an impact without your generous donation of time! Special thanks to Mr. Mike Phenecie, Mr. Jim Smigel, Mr. Luke Backus
and Mr. Mike Fumiatti for their donation of time above and beyond the call of duty. Thank you for being part of the solution to pollution. Susan M. Michael, ECO advisor and Stefan Michael, Boy Scout Troop 27 Recycling Project coordinator
Szewczyk deserves congratulations I was disappointed but not surprised by Jim McLaughlin’s vicious attack against John Szewczyk in the Sept. 16 edition of Town Times. John is an outstanding member of the Board of Selectmen. He exercises independent judgment, especially when the issues affect the pocketbook of Durham’s taxpayers — something McLaughlin never did when serving as first selectman. John goes beyond what is required of a selectman — something else that McLaughlin would know very little about — in that he tries to help people accomplish good things. As a Hartford police officer, John puts his life and personal safety on the line every day to make sure the citizens of our state are protected. John has involved himself in issues like stopping do-
mestic violence because he knows how damaging violence in the home can be. The laws passed by our legislature to strengthen protection of women and children is more a credit to the efforts of people like John than those who do nothing but criticize the people who make good things happen. McLaughlin’s record is opposition to construction of the sidewalks and street lamps along Main Street and opposition to demolition of the two houses that the town owns which sit on either side of the firehouse. These houses are fire traps and ready to fall down. They reduce property values. McLaughlin calls them “historic” when one was a Sears catalog house built in the 20th century. In fact, he spent thousands of tax dollars re-roofing the Sears house when it is so deteriorated that even Habitat for Humanity rejected it. I congratulate John on his service to Durham and Middlefield’s citizens and the effort he makes on behalf of people throughout Connecticut. He is the right person to represent us in Durham and in Hartford. Jay Berardino, Durham Republican Town Committee chairman More letters page 25
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Durham residents walk for National Brain Tumor Society Residents of Durham are joining with people from around the country to raise a united voice in the fight against brain tumors. Our locals are taking part in the Boston Brain Tumor Walk, one of the nine walks that take place throughout the year to support the fight against brain tumors through the National Brain Tumor Society. The 5K walk will take place on Saturday, Oct. 1, on Castle Island in South Boston. Registration begins at 8 a.m., and programs and activities run from 9 a.m. to noon. Durham walkers Karren Collins and Michelle Marszalek will join other families, friends, and co-workers at the inspirational, all-ages fundraising walk and community day to support the brain tumor cause. The event will include a scenic walk, fun family activities, food, prizes and more. Proceeds support transformative research to accelerate the discovery of new therapies for adult and pediatric brain tumors
as well as support services for brain tumor patients and their families. National Brain Tumor Society is a nonprofit organization inspiring hope and providing leadership within the brain tumor community. It exists to find a cure and to improve the quality of life for those affected by brain tumors. This is done through funding strategic research, delivering trusted information, and advocating for those affected by brain tumors. In the last three years, NBTS funded more than $10 million in brain tumor research throughout North America. To donate to a Durham walker or to participate in the Boston Brain Tumor Walk, go to www.BrainTumorWalk.org/Boston. For more information, e-mail BostonWalk@braintumor.org or call toll free, 866-455-3214. Learn more about the National Brain Tumor Society at www.braintumor.org. Submitted by Lisa McEvoy at NBTS Media
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even though the veggies were enjoyed mostly by friends, family and neighbors. (I’m not a big fan of vegetables, but I’m working on that, too. It’s just as fun to share the wealth; ask any gardener.) The garden is not perfect, but it’s better every year. That’s how I try to live my life, too.
And now that it’s autumn and I’m replacing my veggies and garden gnomes with orange and yellow mums, I will try to appreciate how everything changes and everything has its time. Soon there will be snow on my soil...but soon enough there will also be cucumbers, peas, carrots, lettuce and peppers just waiting to be harvested. Stephanie Wilcox, editor
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A travel story: 24,155 miles or halfway around the world! Nineteen travelers Malcolm & left Durham on Aug. 8. Twenty-two flying hours and two days later, we arrived at Cairns, Australia. Most of us watched three movies, had three meals and slept three hours on the airplanes. We carried three currencies — Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. Our beds felt great as we settled in at the Cairns Oasis Resort near the Great Barrier Reef. The next day some of us were on a high-speed catamaran to snorkel some of the 2,800 coral reefs that make up the Great Barrier in the Coral Sea. Others swam with the fish and turtles to experience some of the world’s most fascinating marine and plant life. The next day we were off to the Aboriginal Cultural Center to view crocodiles, wild birds and snakes. We were able to pet a koala bear and feed the free, hopping wallabies. The local Aborigines showed us how to throw a boomerang. We stuck them into the ground while others flew them out, and they returned just about over our heads as they flew by. The Aborigines played the didgeridoos, carved out of small trees with a wax ring melted to the top. This allowed them to play without cutting their lips. It sounded like sick cows! I bought a bushman telephone! It consists of 10 feet of string attached to a small wooden wing. When spun fast over your head, it emits a humhum sound. On Saturday, we flew to Sydney,
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Australia. The next day we toured the famous Sydney Opera House and took photos of the Harbour
Bridge. The monorail provided us fast travel around Sydney, and we could get off and shop and get the next one to the harbour. We found a Turkish restaurant and enjoyed our meals before returning to our hotel. Tuesday we were up at 3 a.m. to make the airport for a 7 a.m. flight to Christchurch, New Zealand. We checked our 50-pound bags, went through customs and found our flight was late by two hours! Seems that Christchurch had 10 inches of snow — first time in 40 years! We finally landed at Christchurch and slipped and crabbed our way down the runway, but we made it — first aircraft to land that day! I forgot to tell you it’s windier down under. About eight New Zealand families (Kiwis) signed up to take in four to six of us for a home-cooked dinner. We had a great visit, and our host family was very gracious. In the morning, we were off to Queenstown. We viewed snow-covered, Alps-like mountains, and it was 30 degrees Fahrenheit but no snow on the ground. Some went to K-Mart and stocked up with warm mittens, warm coats, wool socks and cheap overshoes. Some just shivered! Dressed in our warm outerwear, we set off for the Antarctic Center. See Australia, page 20
Along the political trail... Elections are just over a month away, on Nov. 8, and, as usual, we like to provide readers with a space where they can find the latest happenings with the candidates. Stay tuned each week to learn what’s happening “along the political trail...”
Candidates forum The Durham-Middlefield Exchange Club will be hosting a candidates’ forum for the public on Thursday, Oct. 13, at the Durham Firehouse. The public is welcome to attend this event, which begins at 8 p.m. Take the opportunity to meet with Republican party First Selectman Laura Francis from Durham and Jon Brayshaw from Middlefield, along with Democratic candidates Lucy Petrella from Middlefield and Roger Kleeman from Durham. The candidates will be addressing the attendees regarding their platform and taking questions from the audience. Durham Exchange Club member George Eames will be the evening’s moderator. For more information, call Brenda at 860-349-0410.
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Registrars of Voters The Durham Registrars of Voters will be in session on Tuesday, Oct. 4, in their office on the second floor of the Durham Town Hall from 9 a.m. to noon. This is a session to revise the Preliminary Registry List and enroll new voters.
Holiday craft fair St. Monica’s Rosary Society will sponsor the Northford Handcrafters Guild 17th annual Holiday Craft Fair on Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Monica’s on Route 17. The fair will feature handcrafted items by local artisans. Breakfast and lunch are available. For more info, call Lucille at 203-484-9737.
By Cheri Kelley Town Times Now that the start of the school year is underway and families have gotten back into the regular swing of things, it is time to see what is new at Durham Middlefield Youth Family Services (DMYFS). For those of us who have children, and especially those with middle school-aged kids, we often wonder what is going on in their worlds and how they are coping with events in their daily lives? DMYFS is sponsoring a program supported by a grant from Liberty Bank called What is My Middle Schooler Thinking? The program will feature Chris Brown, a school psychologist who has worked with kids in
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sign up; kids who want to participate just need to show up at the appropriate time. This program is supported by a grant from Coginchaug Valley Education Foundation (CVEF). “One of the great parts of the program is that we have Coginchaug Regional High School (CRHS) students helping with the program each time we meet,” said Moen. “These Homework Hangout mentors attend each afternoon and are available to support students’ efforts to complete their homework with everything from suggestions to help stay organized to encouragement to best utilize the resources they have to complete their work. All ‘HH mentors’ have completed a training with myself and Re-
becca Sinusas, Strong School guidance counselor.” This is a great spot for teens to work on all those group projects that are assigned throughout the year. Many times it is difficult to find a suitable spot to work with multiple working partners, and the Homework Hangout is just right for such occasions. Moen said, “We even have supplies available for the students — from calculators, markers, paper, rulers, index cards and even poster board.” For more information about all the programs that are happening at DMYFS, check out their website at: www.dmyfs.org. See facing page to learn more about what else DMYFS has collaborated on in the community.
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An important thank you project for community helpers By Jane Moen DMYFS Program Director
Friday Fun Nights and Dance Durham-Middlefield Youth and Family Services (DMYFS) will host four Friday Fun Nights in the 2011-12 school year. Activities include an open game room with ping pong, basketball and air hockey, a board game room and line dancing with Sound Spectrum. Dates are Oct. 14, Nov. 18, Jan. 13 and March 16. All sessions are 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Middlefield Community Center (405 Main St.). There is a charge for admission with the donation of a can of tuna or a box of mac and cheese for the food program to support local children. Each participating student will receive a free candy item, and when a total of 400 items have been collected, a free ice cream sundae will be provided for all at the next DMYFS Fun Night. Pizza and snacks will be available for sale. Please complete the permission slip form at www.dmyfs.org and bring to the first DMYFS Fun Night you attend. A parent must sign each participant in and out at each Fun Night. DMYFS welcomes all parent chaperones. If interested, please contact DMYFS at 860-349-0258 or e-mail jmoen.dmyfs@comcast.net.
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This week, the mailboxes of some very special community members in Durham and Middlefield received an unusual token of gratitude! Seeing and being a part of the huge community effort to keep Durham and Middlefield residents safe and cared for during the aftermath of Hurricane Irene gave a group of local teens an important opportunity to make a difference. The Chain Links Club, sponsored by Strong School with collaboration from Durham-Middlefield Youth and Family Services, felt it was the right thing to do to thank all those who jumped in to help during Hurricane Irene when the power was out, roads were blocked, schools were closed and most everything normal came to a halt for days. The Chain Links Club team did what they do best — they spread a message of gratitude! They sent over 50 letters to organizations and individuals in Durham and Middlefield who did everything from run the emergency shelter at CRHS to clearing downed trees, responding to emergencies in private homes and even those who helped keep the community informed when the power was out for days and days. The short notes signed by members of the Chain Links Club had an important message: “Thank
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New at the Senior Center Hand & Foot card game — Join in the fun and learn a new card game at the Middlefield Senior Center! The game is Hand & Foot and is played with five decks of cards. There are several people to teach this easy game, and it will be something new to learn and play with friends. The first game will be on Friday, Oct. 7, at 1 p.m. Games will be played every Friday at 1 p.m. No reservation is needed; this is a dropin program. Coffee and cookies will be served. Senator Len Suzio — On Wednesday, Oct. 19, at 12:45 p.m., Senator Suzio will be at the Middlefield Senior Center discussing any and all legislation that was passed during the 2011 legislative session that affects seniors in particular. He will also have information on energy assistance available for the winter months. For the most part, he will want to reserve time to take questions from anyone in attendance about any issue that is of importance to them. No reservation is needed.
Park & Rec events Now that everyone is back to school and the craziness of the fair is over, it’s time to sign up for some recreational programs! As always, you can go to middlefieldparkan-
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The lightly-attended Sept. 21 meeting of the Durham Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) opened with no business raised in public session. A request for a site plan review for a proposed parking lot on Birch Mill Road was withdrawn before the meeting. Continued review of zoning regulations was tabled as the subcommittee was not able to meet and therefore had nothing to
(Unless otherwise indicated, all meetings are held in the Durham Library. Check the town website at www.townofdurhamct.org for updates.) Monday, October 3 7 p.m. — Fire Department Trustees at 41 Main St. 7 p.m. — Durham Volunteer Fire Company at 41 Main St. 7:30 p.m. — Clean Energy Task Force 7:30 p.m. — Inland Wetlands 8 p.m. — Historic District Commission 8 p.m. — Town meeting at the Julian B. Thayer Auditorium (CRHS) Tuesday, October 4 6:30 p.m. — Public Safety Committee 7:30 p.m. — Midstate Regional Planning Agency at 100 DeKoven Dr. in Middletown Wednesday, October 5 6:30 p.m. — Durham Volunteer Ambulance Corps at 205 Main St. 7:30 p.m. — Planning and Zoning Thursday, October 6 7 p.m. — Public Safety Facility Renovations Planning Committee at the Durham Volunteer Firehouse 7 p.m. — D.A.R.T. Durham Animal Response Team
Chairman George Eames had one bill from the The Middletown Press, which should have gone to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The bill was given to Colegrove to pass on. Colegrove reported on a complaint raised by a resident, which he is investigating, as well as an inquiry about an antique business on the Route 68 DiNatale property. After explaining that a retail business could
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Wednesdays at Brewster School and on Thursdays at John Lyman School. Each session is five weeks long, starting at the end of October. For more information or prices, contact Alex at birdiebinge@hotmail.com. Middlefield Ukulele Club A band of enthusiasts have gathered together to form the Middlefield Ukulele Club (MUC). This fascinating little instrument is easy to play and can be learned rather quickly. The club meets on the third Saturday of the month at the Middlefield Community Center in one of the upstairs meeting rooms. Meetings run from 9 to 11 a.m. This program is free and open to anyone, from novice beginners to professional performers. For more info, contact Cindy DiLauro at lucyr1953@yahoo.com. Men’s 30+ Open Basketball This program will be held at the Memorial School gym and is open to Durham and Middlefield residents 30 years old and up. It is a “pick-up” style format with teams selected each evening. Program starts at 6:30 p.m. and will run to 8:30 or 9 p.m. or until everyone passes out — whichever comes first! Monday nights starting Oct. 3. Walking Path at Peckham Park has been extended! You may now add additional mileage to your walk at Peckham Park. There is a new path that goes along the side of the Engineer’s Field up to Main Street and turns around. This adds to the already half-mile pathway that is so popular at the park.
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A very special woman and her cakes honored in fair baking contest Grey from Durham. “Grey’s (cake) had the texture and taste that I remembered. It was an old Hershey standby recipe and had the true unique Hershey taste.” Dave continued, “People put in the time and effort, and we wanted to judge them all fairly. With these kinds of contests, fairness is the thing.” If you want to try your luck at Celia’s cake, here is her recipe as taken from the Durham Fair Exhibitor’s Guide: Cocoa Marble Cake 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour Dave Cekala with Bev Pedersen holding the winning 1 3/4 cups sugar 1 tsp baking soda Cocoa Marble Cake. 2 tsp baking powder By Cheri Kelley dessert with every meal, but 1/2 tsp salt not too sweet. He didn’t eat Town Times 1/3 cup shortening the icing. He loved the pound 1/3 cup butter or marSometimes there is noth- cake texture and Hershey garine, softened flavor; it was his big thing.” ing like a good piece of cake. 3 eggs On the Thursday of the The folks who judge the 1 2/3 cups buttermilk or cakes at the Durham Fair fair, members of Celia’s fam- sour milk* know exactly what we mean. ily gathered at 10 a.m. and 1 1/2 tsp vanilla And judging the cocoa mar- had the enormous pleasure 1/3 cup Hershey’s Cocoa ble cake contest for the fair of judging the yummy con1/3 cup sugar this year was an extra spe- test. “We sat for a good hour 1/4 tsp baking soda and ate each one of the samcial experience. 1/4 cup water This year, Celia Cekala ples. There were so many. Combine flour, 1 3/4 cups was honored during the fair Bev Pedersen, the superin- sugar, 1 tsp baking soda, by having one of her many tendent of baking for the recipes as the official contest Durham Fair, said at one recipe. Rockfall’s Celia point there were at least 60 passed away last year, and applicants,” Dave said. Dave stated that he proher son Dave Cekala was asked to select one of her vided a $50 prize for the winrecipes for this year’s con- ner. “People are cutting back test. Dave said, “She was and not baking the sweets,” well known for her apple pie he said. “I wanted to give it in Durham and in other con- an edge to get more people tests in the state, but my fa- involved in the fair. It is a ther loved the cocoa marble great thing.” cake. He liked to have The winner was Kathleen
Celia’s family had the pleasure of tasting the cakes. Left to right: Diane Mendez, Elizabeth Drega, Rose Klick and Connie Drega. Also involved was Carol Cekala. Photos submitted by Dave Cekala baking powder and salt in a large mixer bowl. Add shortening, butter, eggs, buttermilk and vanilla: beat on medium speed three minutes. Combine cocoa, 1/3 cup sugar and 1/4 tsp baking soda in small mixer bowl; blend in water and 2/3 cup of vanilla batter. Pour remaining vanilla batter into greased and floured 9-cup Bundt pan. Spoon cocoa mixture on top; swirl with spatula or knife for marbled effect. Bake at 375 degrees for 50 to 55 minutes until cake tester comes out
clean. Cool one hour; remove from pan. Cool completely. Prepare chocolate glaze; spoon warm onto cake. *To sour milk; Use 1 TBS plus 2 tsp vinegar plus milk to equal 1 2/3 cups. Chocolate Glaze Combine ¼ cup cocoa, 3 T water, 1 TBS light corn syrup and 2 TBS butter in small sauce pan. Stir over medium-low heat until mixture thickens; remove from heat. Add 1 cup confectioner’s sugar and 1/2 tsp vanilla; beat until smooth and thickened.
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Above, Girl Scout Troop 62836 planted mums in the flower boxes at the Durham Town Hall before the fair. The volunteer hours will be put toward their 100 Years Anniversary Patch celebrating Girl Scouts 1912-2012. Photo by Lynn Stanwood
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Right, Mrs. Biancardi’s sixth grade class at Memorial Middle School shows off the quilt they prepared to enter in the Durham Fair. Each member of the class was given a quilt square to personalize over the summer. During the first weeks of school, the students worked closely with volunteers Vicki Berry and Rose Dunlap to sew, assemble and tie the quilt. For many of the students, this was their first experience with sewing and quilting.
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A look at the faces of the fair: Left, every year, Coginchaug’s Junior Classical League (JCL) members volunteer at the Lions Club booth at the Durham Fair. Pictured here (l-r) are Maria Manna (Latin IV), Floriana Manna (Latin V) and Ashley Pen (Latin V) taking the first shift on Thursday, Sept. 23. Photo by Michelle P. Carter
Bottom left, State Sen. Len Suzio working the Republican Booth. Photo by Cheri Kelley
Above, Bella DeFrancesco, of Northford, and her brother Trent after face-painting. Photo by Judy Moeckel
Left, four-year-old Connor Evanich, of Durham, enjoys fishing for prizes in the sun at the Durham Fair. Photo by Christine Pacheco Evanich
Right, six-year-old Zoe Geyser, of Durham, People’s Choice Talent Show winner. Photo by Michelle P. Carter
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Above, Jason Adams, of Durham, and Molly Shampang, of Cheshire, zipping by on a ride. Submitted by Bridgett Shampang-Adams
Above, the baking judges enjoying themselves while testing out the entries — (l-r) Joan Atwell, Gwen Brayshaw (standing), Janet Field, Andrew DiSilvestro and Lori Seible. Photo by Judy Moeckel
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Raymond Richard Wimler, 84, of Durham, husband of Isabel Jean (Kelsey) Wimler for 61 years, died Sept. 23 at his home after a long illness. Raymond was born in Durham on June 26, 1927, to the late William L. and Alice (Leining) Wimler and was a lifelong Durham resident. He attended Durham Public Schools but had to leave to help on his father’s farm. He began his bulldozer contracting business in 1948, which he operated for 45 years. In 1955, Ray and Isabel purchased the entire 65 head of Holstein cattle from Kelsey Farm, Inc. and then the William Wimler Farm herd, which was the start of their dairy farming. The dairy herd increased to over 600 animals, which influenced their decision to purchase a Fulton, NY farm in 1987 with three of their sons. Raymond realized his goal of re-establishing the Wimler Homestead and became the fourth generation owner since 1838 and was able to develop a top
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production purebred Holstein dairy herd. He excelled as a construction operator and, since childhood, became an experienced draft team driver, driving his own winning teams of Belgian draft horses. He was a member of the United Churches of Durham, the Farm Bureau, the Holstein Friesian Association, Agri-Mark, Inc. and supporter of the Durham Fair and many other efforts. Besides his wife, he is survived by four sons, Erwin C. “Skip” Wimler and his wife Heidi of Durham, Raymond R. Wimler, Jr. and his wife Christine of Fulton, NY, Kenneth A. Wimler of Durham and Edwin W. Wimler of Fulton, NY; one daughter Jean W. Soule and her husband Jeffery of Durham; one brother Lawrence Wimler of Durham; two sisters Caroline W. Norton of Durham and Alice W. Churchill of Bristol; and 12 grandchildren, Lisa, Michael, Robert, Charles, Shelby, Adreana, Nichole, Samantha and Kelsey Wimler and Mathew, Raymond and Justin Soule. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by three brothers, Charles, Christopher and William Wimler.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Raymond’s memory to the United Churches of Durham, 228 Main St. Durham, CT 06422 or to the Durham Fair Farm Museum, P.O. Box 225, Durham, CT 06422.
Evelyn (Holder) Camozzi Evelyn “Mozzi” (Holder) Camozzi, 94, of Durham, wife of the late Angel o Camozzi, p a s s e d away on Tuesday, Sept. 20, at Hoosick Falls Health Center in NY. Born in Durham, she was the daughter of the late John and Rose (Miller) Holder. Mozzi was a lifelong resi-
dent of Durham before moving to New York seven years ago to be near her granddaughter. She resided at The Terrace at the Glen in Glen Falls and most recently at the Hoosick Falls Health Center. While in NY, she celebrated birthdays with family on dinner cruises on Lake George, enjoyed bus trips and recently saw a performance of Cats. Mozzi worked as a nurse’s aide at Queens Convalescent Home in Middletown and loved reading and sewing. Throughout her life, she made many loving friends, and her personality and sense of humor endeared her to all who had the privilege of knowing her. Mozzi is survived by two daughters, Jean Ann Edwards of Westminster, CA, and Betty Jane Leining of Murphy, NC; four grandchildren, Donald Edwards of CA, Roger Edwards and his wife Rena of CA, Gary Edwards
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20 sprayed in the face — thus 4D! When the seagull let one fly, we all checked our faces (Continued from page 9) — just water! Some of us rode in the Hagglund Tractor, an We watched them feed the Antarctic double-snow tracpenguins and then on to a 4D tor. This tracked vehicle movie of Antactica. The went into a pond and then fourth dimension was water climbed a 45-degree hill. It spray built into the back of was an awesome ride. the seat, just face-high in We were given very heavy front of you. For instance, coats and ushered into a large when the ship hit a large room with snow on the wave, spray would come ground. Then the door was over the bow. You got shut, and we were treated to
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Falcon Football C-Team wins home opener Cross and Kevin Cross. The offensive line, anchored by Kolby Pascarelli, Terry Lockwood, Trevor Smith, Justin Gagner, David Skelps, Luke Latorre and Anthony Curry, had their hands full with an alwaystough Glastonbury team. Back and forth they went in a battle of field position. This year’s defensive squad, one of the best in the league, again played their hearts out, denying Glastonbury time and time again. The Falcons are always known for defense, and this year’s team is no different. The defense was led by Skelps, Quinn Reardon, Faiella, Gagner, Curry, Nate Salva, Christopher Ulizio, Ryan Cross, Kevin Cross, Will Kammerer, Dana Boothroyd and Colin Sheehy. The first half ended in a 0-0 tie, and it was quite clear that whoever scored first was likely to win the game.
By Nicholas Faiella Special to theTown Times The 2011 Falcon C-Team is off and running this year with three games under their belt already. The Falcons opened the season with a big win against HaddamKillingworth and retained the prestigious 2011 Salomone Cup in a hard-fought game. The Falcons scored twice on a 35-yard Ryan Cross touchdown run and 43yard Ryan Cross fumble recovery for another touchdown and won the game 12-6. In week two, the Falcons went on the road to Wethersfield and lost a hard-fought game by just six points with Ryan Cross scoring again and Derek Grant adding the extra point on a QB keeper. In their official home opener, the Falcons went up against big-time football powerhouse Glastonbury. This would surely be a test for these young Falcons. Would they be able to bounce back after a tough loss on the road in week two? Captains this week were Dana Boothroyd, Tucker Carroll, Quinn Forrester and Evan Faiella. The Falcons won the toss, and the battle began. The offense was led by QB Derek Grant and running backs Bobby Huscher, Ryan
The Falcons opened the second half on offense and again tried to gain the field position advantage, this time with Pascarelli at QB, Tucker Carroll, Quinn Reardon and AJ Alfano at running back. They tried a number of plays to get the offense running behind the blocking of Jacob Toth, Kenneth Wallen, Aidan Sarcia, Carter
Proto, Jacob Haglund, Erik Pitruzzello, Owen Griffin and Quinn Forrester. No luck; the third quarter ended 0-0 as well. The team knew they needed just one drive and one score, and this game would be over. QB Derek Grant took the helm again from the Falcons’ own 40yard and, with some tough running from Bobby Huscher and Ryan Cross and solid blocking from the offensive
line, the Falcons began to penetrate the Glastonbury defense. Slowly but surely, they began “the drive” with the fourth quarter winding down. Grant handed the ball to Ryan Cross and, with some key blocks by Quinn Reardon, Terry Lockwood and Kevin Cross, Ryan scampered in from 44 yards for the Falcons’ first score of game. They missed the field goal for the extra point.
Now it was up to the tenacious Falcon defense to once again thwart the Tomahawks’ drive to tie the game. Time and time again, the Falcons punished the Tomahawks, who appeared to be going in reverse at times. Strong D-line play by the guards, tackles and linebackers forced the Tomahawks to try outside. See C-Team, next page
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D-Squad Falcons win on the road By Steve Roccapriore Head Coach, Falcons D-Squad On Sunday, Sept. 25, the Falcons D-Squad traveled to Berlin to face the Panthers. The first quarter started out with the Falcons on defense. The Panthers moved down the field on their first drive until the Falcons’ defense forced them to turn the ball over on downs. The D-Squad wasted no time going 70 yards on an offensive drive led by the running of Shea Larkin, AJ DeFilio and Anthony Bizzario. The offensive line did an outstanding job to set up a 40-
yard touchdown run by DeFilio. Quarterback Ryan Doyle took it up the middle for the extra point to make it 7-0. Again, the Falcons’ defense, led by DeFilio, Logan Saks, Bizzario, Anthony Santangelo, Larkin, Doyle, Roccapriore, Jorn Layman, Michael Andrews, Nevin Moore and Francesco Moratta, forced the Panthers to turn the ball over on downs. The Falcons’ offense again did an outstanding job blocking and setting up their second first quarter touchdown with a Larkin 37-yard touchdown run. Bizzario took it in for the extra point, making it 14-0. The offensive line, led
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by Aaron Faiella, Marotta, Moore, Santangelo, Andrews, Sebbi Hallock, Tyler Garretson, Tyler Florio and Leo Baker, again set up a 46yard touchdown run by Michael Roccapriore to end the first half with a 20-0 lead. The D-Squad started the second half losing no momentum. Midway through the third quarter, Roccapriore scored again with a 65yard touchdown run-off tackle, followed by a run up the middle by Saks to extend the Falcons’ lead. The Falcons chewed up the clock in the fourth quarter to end the game with 27-0 victory on the road. Congratulations!
By Lisa & Walter Tregoning Special to the Town Times Last Sunday, the Falcons A-Squad took a ride to Berlin where they played the Berlin Bears. The Falcons were led by captains Connor Salva, James Peters, Victor Vieira and Brendan Rushford. Although opportunities did present themselves, Durham just could not capitalize on them. On the first set of downs for Berlin, the Falcons’ defense was hitting hard and jarred the ball loose to give the offense great field position. The first quarter was winding down when Wes Benjunas went to punt but got blocked, and the Bears ran in for a touchdown, ending the first quarter 7-0.
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The defense wrote the story for the third quarter with Stephen Phenicie, Tyler DeGennaro, Jordan Solis, Gunther Wallach and Seth Shea keeping pressure on the Bears. The fourth quarter showed that, if the Falcons could minimize their mistakes, they can move the football. A combination of Justin Saks, Tregoning, Benjunas and Salva put together a nice drive but came up short of adding any points on the board. Kyle DeGennaro was a terror on the outside with a big time sack causing a 13-yard loss. In the end, despite great effort, the final score was Bears 19, Falcons 0. Thank you to the A-Squad cheerleaders, headed by coach Daneen Saks and assisted by Lynn Etheridge and Krystyn Manzione. Beginning with the team introductions to the fourth quarter buzzer, their routines were crisp and well-synchronized with impressive formations. Their interactive chants and solid performance engaged the crowds. Thank you for all your hard work and unconditional support!
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Through the air, passes were knocked down and almost picked off by Faiella, Nate Salve and Curry. On a critical fourth down with three minutes on the clock, the Falcon defense sent the Tomahawk offense back to the drawing board with a huge loss on the play. The Falcons emerged with a hardfought 6-0 victory. Next up, at home against Windsor.
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Do you love to sing? Have you ever wanted to join a singing group but couldn’t invest the time long-term? If so, here’s an amazing opportunity for you to practice and perform with a world-class woman’s a cappella chorus for a short period of time. Come be part of this holiday glee chorus and experience the joy of singing! Join the Sound of New England Chorus’ rehearsals on any Tuesday night in October (4, 11, 18 or 25) from 7 to 8:15 p.m. You’ll learn two holiday songs with the chorus over the following several weeks and then perform with them at their holiday concert on Sunday, Dec. 4! Rehearsals are held at the First Congregational Church (10 Wintonbury Ave. in Bloomfield). For more information, please visit www.soundofnewengland.org or call 1-877-LUV-2-SING. Sound of New England is a non-profit, award-winning Sweet Adelines chorus singing four-part a cappella harmony.
Art Guild programs at Middlefield Federated Church Pastel prep with Laurel Friedmann — Oct. 13, from 7 to 9 p.m. Laurel’s pastel paintings combine the intimacy of drawing with a painter’s love of color. Laurel received a BFA from Ohio State University in 1976. After a career in corporate and freelance advertising, she returned to the study of fine art in 1992 as a student at The Lyme Academy College of Fine Art. She has studied with Chien Fei Chiang, Dan Gheno, Ellen Eagle and Alan Flattmann. Laurel is a member of the Pastel Society of America and a signature member of the CT Pastel Society. Her work has been honored with awards locally and nationally. In 2002, Laurel was the featured pastel artist in the July issue of American Artist magazine. She currently teaches pastel painting in the continuing education program at The Lyme Academy College of Fine Art. Pastel workshop with Dick McEvoy — Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dick McEvoy is a signature artist and board member of the Pastel Society of America, and he is also a signature artist of the Connecticut Pastel Society and of the Pastel Painters Society of Cape Cod. Dick has exhibited in Normandy and Giverny, France, Florence, Italy and in Taipei, Taiwan, as well as in numerous locations in the U.S. His work is in over 170 private and corporate collections. His artwork has been included in publications such as Pure Color/Best in Pastel, Art du Pastel en France and The Pastel Journal. Dick is a pastel and oil artist working in CT and New England and travels annually to Europe. He specializes in impressionistic landscape and the abstract expressionistic style of painting. For more info and prices for Guild and non-Guild members, please call 860-346-6546. All programs open to the public.
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mandates placed on the district by the Connecticut legislature. Both State Senator Len Suzio (R), whose district includes Middlefield, and State House Representative Matt Lesser (D), whose district includes Durham and Middlefield, sit on the Education Committee of the Connecticut General Assembly. Common Core State Standards During her report, Viccaro also prepared the BOE for upcoming curriculum changes to adapt to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), which will replace the CAPT and the CMTs. “It’s going to be a very dynamic and intense process over the next two years,” she said. Elements of the curriculum may shift grades. CCSS, Viccaro said, has clear expectations and encourages subject mastery. “The number of standards are reduced, but the depth at which you are teaching the subjects are much greater.” The next BOE meeting will take place Oct. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at Memorial School.
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Most importantly, however, he has not been afraid to be the lone independent vote at times on many fiscal issues. In a time when party politics plays such a major role in government, it is refreshing to observe an elected official vote on the issue and not the party line.
help offset our taxes and, more impressively, has delivered. He has also been recognized throughout Connecticut for being a major contributor in helping strengthen Connecticut’s domestic violence laws, even providing testimony which eventually became law.
John Szewczyk has been the voice of fiscal responsibility on the Board of Selectmen over the past four years. He has continually offered solutions and cost-cutting measures to help decrease our town budget.
Furthermore, John Szewczyk has gone above and beyond in terms of the duties of a part-time selectman. He has lobbied hard and advocated for additional funding and grants for smaller communities, like Durham, to
I find it ironic that, for three-and-a-half years, Democrat Jim McLaughlin worked well with Republicans John Szewczyk and Laura Francis on Durham’s Board of Selectmen. He often praised their hard work in
private and in public. Now, just weeks before the election, Selectman McLaughlin has decided to change his tune and go negative, evident by his recent non-factual letter to the editor. It’s no wonder people are sick of politics. Vera Geremia, Durham More letters next page
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Vote for Roger Kleeman First selectman candidate Roger Kleeman is devoted to Durham. I have known Roger for almost 40 years since the days when I served on the Board of Finance and the Board of Selectmen. In addition to his success as a Durham business owner, Roger has been an active participant in Durham’s legislative process and governance. For years, he has regularly attended town public hearings and meetings of the boards of finance and selectmen, and he has often impressed me with his insightful questions and thoughts on difficult issues. If elected, Roger will serve the town with a depth of knowledge about the town and with great attention to the detail that often gets overlooked. He
has my full support. Please remember to vote on Nov. 8. Betty Wakeman Long, Durham
Article disrespects players The Nonnewaug football players, coaches and supporters deserved better than the opening sentence of the front page story on the Coginchaug home opener (Sept. 23). Writing that the outcome of the game was in doubt up until the final 41 minutes is disrespectful not only to a program just returning to varsity play but to the many former high school players who kept working and tried their best only to fall short against tougher and better competition. Remember that the VinalCoginchaug co-op program, the precursor to the CRHS Blue Devils, had a record of
two wins and 28 losses over a three-year period from ‘05 through ‘07. There were games during that time whose outcome was evident even sooner than seven minutes into the first quarter, but no writer found it necessary to denigrate the Hawks in a similar manner. Paul Haberern, Durham
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During Dave’s 12 years on the commission, he had an active role in the development and expansion of a number of new businesses both on Main Street and in the industrial parks in Durham. He values Durham’s rural character while balancing the needs of growth, and he appreciates that bad decisions can have a permanent negative impact on our town. Durham depends on volunteers to run our small town government. Please join me in voting to keep one of the best working for all of us. Laurie Stevens, Durham
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gouging and not being a good neighbor, I had the exact opposite experience. Several people in the Middletown area went to Grippo’s because they were open — yes, open via a generator. And, most importantly, much-needed supplies, such as bottled water and batteries, were available. I doublechecked with customers about the prices. Their response: “No different than usual.” Additionally, I also notified the director of the Middletown Emergency Management Team that Grippo’s was open and had supplies available if needed. This was incredibly important because Middletown High School served as a shelter/food distribution center for the Middlesex County area. It is unfortunate that a local business was publicly humiliated and the integrity of the owners called into question during a major storm event. Grippo’s is a business with deep ties to the community. They remained open without regard to the financial cost or the personal cost of not being with their families. We should all send a letter of gratitude to them for working to ensure the community had access to supplies. Deborah Kleckowski, Middletown
Congratulations to the Coginchaug football team on their first game and victory at the high school’s new athletic field! Through the hard work of many, football has gained popularity and fans in our towns over the past several years, and we are fortunate to have a beautiful new venue to enjoy many seasons to come. But let’s not forget the varsity athletes from the other sports programs at Coginchaug who played the firstever varsity home games at our new field. The CRHS Lady Devils’ soccer team played the first game on the new athletic field on Sept. 13, and the CRHS boys’ soccer team played their first home game on the new field on See Athletes, next page
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As coordinator of the Entertainment for the Durham Fair, I’d like to express thanks to Durham Fair executives, superintendents and volunteers for their efforts to provide continuous entertainment on all four stages during the many challenges, one of which was the horrible weather on Friday. There are just so many helpful folks that there are too many to list! Thanks to all the bands who adjusted their schedules, loaded their gear on and off from obscure locations and played under cover in the rain! Thanks to the following local businesses and organizations that went the extra mile to assist the Entertainment Department: Durham Pharmacy, Durham Market, Ken Jay Landscaping, YMCA Camp Ingersoll, Boy Scout Troop 270, Coginchaug Football and Durham Fitness. You certainly exemplify true
Annual golf classic at Lyman Golf Club The Madison’s Rotary Foundation’s 23rd annual golf classic will take place on Monday, Oct. 3, at the Gary Player Course at the Lyman Orchards Golf Club. The tournament will kick off with registration at 10:30 a.m., lunch at 11 a.m. and a noon tee-time. After 18 holes, golfers will be served complimentary cocktails and dinner. In addition, each golfer will receive free golf gifts and “goodie bags.” Room remains for both sponsorships and players in the event. To obtain information about either, please call cochairman Tom Banisch at 203-245-8705 or John Matthews at 203-245-0110.
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and heartfelt pride. Both have made their homes and careers in Durham and wish to give more of their time and talents to a town they care for deeply. Craig Bradanini, candidate for town treasurer, is a longstanding active member of our community, serving 20 years with the Durham Volunteer Fire Company in various leadership roles. With children of his own in the RSD13 system, Craig is also a math teacher to many of our children at Coginchaug Regional High School (CRHS). Craig’s professional skills and expertise will be assets in the office of town treasurer. Matt Thompson, candidate for Board of Assessment Appeals, is a graduate of RSD13 who left Durham for college and then returned with a degree in hand to start his own teaching career at CRHS. He is now starting his fourth year at CRHS as a social studies teacher who works with our kids both in the classroom as well as on the field as a rigorous coach who is well-respected by his players. It is truly a pleasure for me to see Matt return to Durham and be a strong contributor as he was my own children’s babysitter 10 years ago! I couldn’t be more enthusiastic about asking for your support for these fine candidates. Vote for Bradanini and Thompson on Nov. 8. Renee Edwards, Durham
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Sept. 14. Unfortunately, a 3:30 p.m. start on a weekday makes attending a soccer game difficult for many, but there are over 60 athletes making up the girls’ and boys’ soccer teams, and they deserve the support of the school and the community. While it is unlikely that a soccer game would ever be played with cheerleaders on the sidelines or a pep band playing, I do hope that, when the field can be lit, the athletic department will schedule home soccer games in the evening or include a few Saturday home games to attract more spectators. Good luck to all the CRHS teams this season, and thanks to all who worked long and hard to bring our athletic facilities to such a high standard! Penny Sawicki, Durham Editor’s Note: Town Times is not able to send reporters to the athletic games in our community, but we are grateful to receive sports articles written by volunteers. We are always happy to print articles on any sport if submitted to news@towntimes.com by Mondays at noon.
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