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Longtime community volunteer leaving town By Mark Dionne Town Times

The Durham Board of Selectmen will soon have a new member after the resignation of Democrat Steve Levy, who was also a long-term member of the Durham Fire Company and a former Durham Fire Chief. Steve and Dede Levy will soon move to Georgia to be closer to family and to enjoy the benefits of milder weather. Steve Levy told the Town Times, “It’s hard to leave because so much of my history is here in town. It was a lot of my life.”

Fire Chief Peter Tyc speaks at Middlefield’s 9/11 Ceremony of Remembrance. | Mark Dionne, Town Times

Middlefield marks 9/11 anniversary By Mark Dionne Town Times

Middlefield held its annual ceremony to remember 9/11 on Monday, Sept. 11 in front of the Middlefield Fire Department’s Firehouse.

The group spoke about remembering those who lost their lives, honoring Following a bagpiper, members of the Middlefield first responders and loving one’s neighbor, and made Volunteer Fire Company special mention of Bruce marched in formation and Eagleson, the Middlefield remained standing for the resident who died on 9/11 ceremony. after running back into the The recognition began with World Trade Center to help the Pledge of Allegiance others. and the National Anthem The ceremony concluded played on trumpet. with a playing of “Taps” Three flags, the American and “Amazing Grace.” flag, the Connecticut state flag, and a special 9/11 remembrance flag, were

Levy has served as a selectman for six years, as a member of the Durham Fire Company for 28 years, as Fire Chief for 10 years, and owned Durham Veterinary Hospital for 29 years. Levy also oversaw the creation of the Veterinary Technician program at Middlesex Community College. Levy

lowered to half mast and several local officials, Reverend Suzanne Personette from Middlefield Federated Church, state Sen. Len Suzio, state Rep. Buddy Altobello, First Selectman Ed Bailey, and Fire Chief Peter Tyc, made brief statements.

State representation laws prohibit single-party domination on town boards, so Levy’s Board of Selectmen replacement can not be a Republican, like current Selectman John Szewczyk and First Selectman Laura Francis. The Durham Democratic Town Committee selected Tom Hennick for consideration. After his official nomination, he will be voted on by the remaining selectmen. Ken Hamilton of Middlefield plays trumpet for the ceremony. Hamilton’s versions of “Taps” and the National Anthem replaced pre-recorded music used in the past. | Mark Dionne, Town Times

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Bridge games on Fridays; all welcome Durham Recreation schedules bridge games at the Durham-Middlefield community center. The games are held every Friday, starting at 6:15 p.m. Classes are adapted to suit any person’s needs or concerns. Call Jim Martinelli at 860-346-6611.

Calendar Friday, Sept. 15 Girls soccer - CRHS vs. East Hampton at East Hampton, 3:45 p.m. Girls volleyball - CRHS vs. Haddam-Killingworth at CRHS, 5:30 p.m.

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Monday, Sept. 18 Boys soccer - CRHS vs. Haddam-Killingworth at CRHS Stadium, 3:45 p.m. Girls volleyball - CRHS vs. Creed at Clemente Leadership Academy, 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 19 Cub Scouts - Cub Scout Pack 33 has scheduled a recruiting/kick off night for Thursday, Sept. 19, 6:30 p.m., at Middlefield Community Center, 405 Main St.

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Wednesday, Sept. 20 Girls volleyball - CRHS vs. SMSA at CRHS, 6 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 21 Girls soccer - CRHS vs. Amistad at Amistad, 4:30 p.m.

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Tuesday, Sept. 26 Girls soccer - CRHS vs. Sheehan at Sheehan, 3:45 p.m.

Boys soccer - CRHS vs. North Branford at CRHS Stadium, 3:45 p.m. Girls volleyball - CRHS vs. North Branford at North Branford, 5:30 p.m.

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Saturday, Sept. 30 Football - CRHS vs. Windsor Locks/Suffield/East Granby at Windsor Locks, 1 p.m. Boys soccer - CRHS vs. Lyman Hall at CRHS Stadium, 10:30 a.m.

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the Regional School District No. 13 Board of Education Chair for 10 years. “Tom is a great guy,” Levy told the Town Times. If approved, Hennick would serve until the term expires in 2019.

Durham’s Emergency Management Director, founded the Durham Animal Rescue Team, and created Durham’s CERT Team. Looking back on his BOS tenure, Levy characterizes the time as one of efficiency in leadership and points to the current climate as the most challenging moment. “I think right now we’re in the most important period, which is budgetary issues. The fact is that we’ve been so responsible with our own budget and the state is not coming across with something that lets us plan and execute efficiently.”

Francis, Town Clerk Kim Garvis, and the town’s attorney are looking into the timing of the resignation. If the resignation and nomination are quickly coordinated, the remaining BOS can vote on the Selectman Steve Levy, right, reads his letter of resignation at Durham’s Board of replacement. If the seat is vaSelectmen’s meeting on Monday, Sept. 11. Levy’s resignation will be effective Monday, cant for an extended period of time, according to town charOct. 2. | Mark Dionne, Town Times ter, the process changes, so the According to Levy, the potenofficials are coordinating to tial creation of a community prevent that from happening. center and an emergency serAt Pond Ridge, At the Monday, Sept. 11 meet- vices complex are among the the Assisted Living ing of the BOS, Levy submitted important, on-going issues for Durham. community at Ashlar his letter of resignation, effective on the date of the next Village, life is not just “I think the strengths [of meeting, Monday, Oct. 2. Durham] are the community, about “assistance.” We the volunteer-ism, and the Levy’s letter noted his time believe each day should both as a public official with a rural nature. It’s just such a beautiful place to live. ” be as enriching as possible focus on public safety and the town’s veterinarian. The letter In advance of the move, Dede with opportunities for read, in part, “While it was Levy resigned as the chair of engaging experiences. not a public service position, I the Durham Democratic Town feel most attached to Durham Committee. The party has alOur dedicated Memory through my 29-year tenure as ready selected Martin French Durham’s veterinarian. I will Care neighborhood, as its new chair and, accordalways remember fondly the ing to Dede Levy, is ready to The Argonauta, provides pets and their families I met as launch a slate for all positions residents and their loved the owner of the Durham Vet- except a P&Z alternate in Noerinary Hospital where it was ones with complete vember. “I think we’ve got a also my privilege to care for good bunch of people who security and piece of the canine teams of the Conare running. So I’m pleased,” mind in a warm and necticut State Police Canine Dede Levy said. Unit as State Police Veterinary welcoming community. Dede Levy said she will miss Surgeon.” “everything” about Durham While noting that he would and said “I love it here, I’m be back for one more meetgoing to miss it, but there’s an ing, Francis and Szewczyk active Democratic commutook a moment to praise Levy nity down where we’re going.” and thank him for his service. Dede Levy has already been in “What an honor it has been to touch with the local commitserve with you,” Francis told tee in Georgia. “I’ll still have a the selectman. political future down there, so Durham Tax Collector Martin I’m looking forward to that.” French said, “I have found French said, “Dede is very Steve to be thoughtful and much the ‘people person’ of We also offer an Adult Day program, committed to Durham’s futhe Levy team. Her kindness To schedule a tour, ture, especially in the area of Respite and Short-stay options. and compassion are what public safety. We will all miss make her a ‘good Democrat.’ A call 800-382-2244 his insight and wisdom related label she wears proudly.” to what is best for Durham.” MasonicareAssisted.org Dede also currently serves Public safety has been a hallon the Senior Board and had mark of Levy’s service to the been a member of Durham’s community. In addition to Public Association of Library his time with the Fire ComCheshire Road, Wallingford, CT 06492 Supporters. pany, he served for a time as

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COMMENTARY

IT’S ALL GOOD

I just don’t get it By Diana Carr Town Times

I was born into the wrong century, I just know it. I have always believed that I would have fared much better in the 1800s, hitching ye old buckboard up to ye old steeds, churning my butter, usually not having to deal with anything that sports a switch. I like things simple. Gadgets and buttons and things with wires, confuse me immensely. Take, for instance, the art – and I do call it an art – of assembling things. I have bought things with the assurance of “easy assembly.” They lied. I will sit for hours with various parts strewn all around me, going over and over the “simple” instructions, completely bamboozled. Things that are supposed to fit into other things, do not. I never know if I am supposed to turn the object of my attention this way or that. Which way is up? And I almost always have parts left over, which is never a good sign. Swiping a credit card is another hurdle I must overcome in today’s world. I know this should be an easy thing for me, but it takes me several tries, as I initially have it backwards and/or upside down. I usually need a fair amount of coaching. I try to make light of it, but it’s embarrassing. I know better than to get a SmartPhone. I don’t want any gadget that has an IQ higher than mine. I have one of those old-timey cell phones, the ones that flip open, and I don’t text and I don’t take pictures with it. It just all seems like too much trouble.

Who can resist these little pigs, seen here at a previous Berlin Fair.

A fresh start at the fair By Olivia L. Lawrence Town Times

It’s not as if I haven’t seen baby pigs before. Or gargantuan pumpkins. Or an antique tractor so shiny and pristine that it looks like it just came off the assembly line. It’s because I have seen all those things many, many times — that’s why I find a fair to visit every fall. In part, it’s the familiar, the tradition, the sense that all the fun and surprises and long lost delights of a more innocent time can still be savored, and unabashedly enjoyed. But I also have another theory about why going to the fair fills a need, just as strongly in the adult as it does in the kid, and this has to do with going back to school. Remember that first grown-up year when there’d be no return to classes? There’d be no elementary or high school or college orientation. There’d be no new shoes or

Trapper Keeper, no anticipation about seeing old friends. No jitters walking into the classroom to meet the teacher. (Mr. Smith, I heard he’s swell. Mrs. Meany, I heard she lives up to her name.) You wake up one day and you have a job and summer days blend seamlessly into autumn days, with no particular signposts or passages or excitement or anything of the sort. Perhaps, as I did, you experienced a slight sadness, a nostalgia, a moment of regret that the school phase of life was over. In this next chapter, you get a couple of weeks of vacation (if you’re lucky) and then back to the grind. There’d be no cheery banners to greet you saying “Welcome to Hogswart’s” or “StarFleet Academy — Ex astris, Scientia.” (Translation: From the stars, knowledge.) Nothing of the sort. Just punch the clock, meet the deadline, do it again tomorrow. For me, the country fair serves as a substiSee Fair, A7

It seems that modern life is rapidly getting more complicated, too. When I go to Stop & Shop and wish to weigh my veggies, I notice the absence of the simple scale – the one you just plop your produce into and then see where the needle lands. Oh no, not anymore. Now there is a digital scale, with tons of buttons to push and codes to put in, and even when I ask people how to do this, I still don’t get it. Believe me, I’ve tried. Maybe I should bring my bathroom scale. I know how to operate that. I know my TV has a multitude of features guaranteed to delight and entertain me. I don’t know how to access any of them. Nor do I need to. I’m just happy to get the darned thing turned on. Not always an easy thing, mind you. Two remotes, which often are not on speaking terms with each other, must be engaged. Someday I’ll just walk boldly up to my Samsung and push the “on” button, if I can find it. When the cable goes out, and I call Comcast. They try to walk me through the procedure required to bring my box back to life. I imagine they ask for a raise after they finish talking to me. I’ve made them work very hard. When my computer is on the fritz and I must enlist the help of someone on the phone, it is a sad occasion indeed. The poor technician starts off in a good mood, but eventually I am working his last nerve. I can tell. I have to ask so many questions. Click onto what? I don’t see it. Right click? Double click? There comes a time when my long-distance pal becomes a bit surly. I remember one See All Good, A7

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Teen’s life-sized cow creation coming to the fair By Mark Dionne Town Times

Adriana Wimler has been known for her artistic talents since she was young and drawing horses with colored pencils. Paintings or drawings by the Coginchaug Regional High School senior have been on display at the Durham Fair for years. For the 98th Durham Fair, Wimler has a unique creation – a life-sized cow that can be milked. The cow took about 100 hours of the teen’s summer and will be a featured interactive exhibit in the Discovery Center. “It’s the weirdest project I’ve ever done,” Wimler told the Town Times. The idea originated with Emily Annino from the Durham Fair Association, who contacted CRHS art teacher Ryan Both-

amley. When Wimler heard about the project, she was game. “I thought it was a cool idea. I was excited. It was just so different that I thought I’d go for it.” Adriana had sculpted small horses before, but never anything so large or with a mechanical function like a working udder. Over a wooden frame cut and built by Wimler and Bothamley, the cow has a layer of styrofoam, a layer of plaster, and finally a layer of paint. It holds about five gallons of water and can be refilled from the top. The styrofoam, Wimler said, was the worst part. She had never really worked with styrofoam before and had to struggle with the new material and her own perfectionism. Wimler would not be happy with a stick-figure cow. “It’s like all or nothing,” the high school stuSee Cow, A20

CRHS student Adriana Wimler spent many hours this summer creating and painting a realistic, life-sized cow that can actually be milked for the 98th annual Durham Fair. | Submitted photo

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such fellow who became suspiciously quiet and wouldn’t even answer me. I think he got tired of me asking the same questions. When I mentioned to him that I thought I was annoying him, he didn’t deny it. Yeah, computers and I don’t usually get along. And apparently, I am not a favorite with the computer people. When I first got my car it seemed like the most complicated thing in the world. It was the first time I had ever had anything with what you might call “extras,” as I had always had vehicles with little more than a steering wheel and four tires. So I would have to sit in my car for a considerable amount of time, reading the manual, before even starting it. And sometimes, with those automatic locks, I did not know how to exit it. That owner’s manual became my most frequently-read material that summer. It was my pick for Book of the Month. Copy machines. Oh, brother! I did alright when they were modest little things, with not much required of me. You just slapped down your original, pushed the

>> Fair button for how many copies you wanted, pushed “start,” and off you went. Well, even the copy machines have had an uprising. Apparently they decided that they, too, would like to throw me a few curve balls. Now a screen pops up with about 5,000 choices that need to be made. I don’t know how to make any of them. Where I’m really in over my head, though, is when I’m in Sweden visiting my son. My state of bewilderment begins on the train that I must take to get from the airport to his home. At first I could not figure out how to open the doors that separated the compartments. I would just stand there looking forlorn until someone came by and took pity on me. And it went downhill from there. I sincerely hope that as people saw me betwixt and between compartments, looking lost, that they did not think I was representative of all Americans. I apologize if I gave you all a bad name. I think I would have been very good at churning butter.

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tute for that back-to-school sensation. It has all the same elements. Everything I expect to find is there — along with a few experiences I can’t predict. Just like school there’s fun, learning, challenges, socializing. It’s likely I’ll bump into an old acquaintance or two and have a chance to catch up (OMG, how was your summer, text me later). I’ll make some bad food choices (just like in the cafeteria.) There’ll be games and daring physical feats (like gym class). Crowds and a little rowdiness (like recess). Maybe I’ll even learn a few facts about livestock (science class and again, a little like recess.) I’ll visit the craft barn, photo and art exhibits, cooking and preserves displays and find out that some of my “class-

mates” in the real world are smarter and more talented than I (and perhaps, alas, a few are less.) The fair, like the first day of school, marks that biorhythmic change of seasons, the bittersweet loss of summer and the exhilarating promises of fall and harvests and a chance to celebrate our rural roots before settling in for the long haul of winter. Berlin’s Lions Club 69th Annual Fair is coming up. Sept 15-17. So is Cheshire’s Fall Festival Sept. 15-16. If you miss those or just can’t get enough, check out the 98th annual Durham Fair Sept. 21-24 or the 49th annual Southington Apple Harvest Festival running on Sept. 29-Oct. 1 and Oct. 6-Oct. 8. Back to school or off to the fair, or both – you really don’t want to miss out.

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Obituary Jeanne Irma Oppelt MIDDLETOWN — Jeanne Irma Oppelt, née Dontigney, died in Middletown late Sunday, Sept. 3, 2017, six days premature of her 100th birthday. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., she moved to Middlefield in the 1920’s, where she grew up and attended school. Jeanne was a graduate of Middletown High School, class of 1935, despite almost causing an explo-

sion when mixing volatile chemicals during chemistry class during her Junior year. She was married to Gordon Oppelt for 57 years, until his untimely death in 1992. Known for her candidness, she frequently caused bursts of laughter and delight from all friends and family. Professionally, she worked and excelled as a Postal Clerk for the U.S. Postal Service in Middlefield. She is well known at the Middlesex YMCA, where she swam biweekly for over 50 years, and currently holds the unofficial record for most all-time laps swam. Jeanne was a powerful, pragmatic, and

independent woman who always knew what she wanted. She held a great intensity for life and always managed to show those in her life love—albeit “tough love.” She is survived by an eclectic group of family members and will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and wife. She leaves a devoted son William J. Oppelt who cared for her over the past 10 years; a daughter, Orianne Barnowski; and a granddaughter who she raised Sharon Forbes Noble. Other grandchildren include Jill Bigelow, Henry Barnowski, Jared Oppelt, and

Sarah Oppelt. She also leaves five great-grandchildren. Her influence on her family is undeniable, and she will be exceedingly missed. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Sept. 9, in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 130 South St., Cromwell. Burial took place in the family plot in Middlefield Cemetery. The Coughlin-Lastrina Funeral Home, 491 High St., Middletown is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to the Middlesex YMCA, 99 Union St., Middletown CT, 06457.

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

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

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Now open! Located inside of the Village Barn, featuring Chef/Owner Rick Tompkins! Old fashioned comfort food featuring daily specials. Best foot long hot dogs around!

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The 2017 version of the Durham Fair lands on Thursday, Sept. 21 and lasts through Sunday, Sept. 24 between two centennial milestones. The 98th annual Durham Fair is 101 years after the first Durham Fair and two fairs shy of the 100th Durham Fair, which Durham Fair organizers say will be the big anniversary recognition. The number of fairs and the tally do not match up because World War II and the hurricane of 1938 canceled the fair for several years.

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The Durham Fair Association has already started planning for the centennial. A committee run by Mary Ann Boord and Karen Conway has been in place for two years. According to Huscher, the specific plans for the centennial are in the works, but not quite firm yet and organizers have taken a hiatus from that to work on the short term goal of a successful 98th Durham Fair.

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As large as the Durham Fair has grown, with as many as 200,000 people coming through in a weekend, Miramant said that the focus still remains on the roots of the agricultural fair. “We’re all about the preservation of agriculture. It’s on everyone’s radar,” said Miramant. “It’s the agriculture preservation and getting our youth and community involvement is what this fair has been about for years.”

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The Sunday Main Stage act, The USO Show Troupe, is the first USO show at the Durham Fair and was chosen to coincide with Military Appreciation Day.

Another new addition to the 98th annual Durham Fair is The Indian River Olde Time Lumberjack Show. On each day of the fair, lumberjacks will perform skills such as The 98th Durham Fair araxe-throwing, log-rolling, rives, bringing with it much and springboard chopping. tradition, and some new features, such as a lumber- The lumberjack show takes over the Redneck Arena, jack show and a Military which has been re-named Appreciation Day. this year as the LumberFriday’s headlining enterjack Arena. According to tainment is the country act Durham Fair Director of Brothers Osborne, winners Marketing Deb Huscher, it of the Country Music Asis not known yet if the Redsociation’s Duo of the Year neck Games will return. Award, with the local band The lumberjacks earned Jackson Hill as openers. the spot as this year’s Pat Benatar and Neil Ginovelty act as a result of a

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Fair Hours: 9 am – 10 pm ALL DAY �� Wesleyan Potters, including weaving, metalsmithing—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� Rock Hounds—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� CT Vocational Schools (FFA)—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� Trout Unlimited—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� Cedar Island Marina Research Lab—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� CCSU-CT Geology—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� UConn Kids - Research in Child Development—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� Friends of the Office of State Archaeology—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� CAES, honeybees—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� CT Master Gardeners Program—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� Farm Stands in CT—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� Monarch Butterflies—Discovery Center aLL DAY �� CRHS All Things Forensic—Discovery Center ALL DAY �� Pinchbeck Farm, Roses for Autism—Discovery

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SCHEDULE Center 9 AM �� Beef Cattle Showmanship—Cow Palace 9 AM - 3 PM Garden Tractor Pulls—Motorized Events Area 9 AM - 5 PM Llama Shows—Llama Ring outside Llama Barn 10 AM - NOON Quilting Demonstration—Needlework Bldg Stage 10 AM �� Magic Show—Kids Place 10:30 AM �� Meadows Brothers (folk)—Center Stage 11 AM �� Bunny Hop!—Poultry/Rabbit/Sheep/Swine Barn 11 AM �� Lumberjack Show—Lumberjack Arena 11 AM �� State Trooper Canine Unit, trained dog demonstration—Discovery Center 11 AM �� Critter Show with Paul B—Kids Place 11 AM �� Antique Farm Equipment Demo —South End Farm Museum 11 AM �� Ox Pulls (all classes)—Animal Pull Ring 11 AM �� Scavenger Hunt—Youth Bldg� 11 AM �� Learn about Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts—Youth Bldg� NOON �� Balloon Animals—Kids Place NOON �� The Aquatudes (60s surf rock)—Green Stage NOON �� CRHS High School Music Dept—Center Stage 1 - 4 PM ��Wine tasting and Store ($12 admission Early Bird Special)—Wine Tent 1 PM ��Susan Peak (musical craft program)—Kids Place 1 PM �� Canning Presentation—Discovery Center 2 PM �� Susan Peak (performing)—Kids Place 2 - 6 PM �� Cindy Satton, tattoo artist (demo)—Art Dept� 2 PM �� Antique Farm Equipment Demo —South End Farm Museum 2 PM �� Lavinia Vigue, Forensic Science—Discovery Center 2 PM �� What It Is (horn band)—Green Stage 2 PM �� The Engine Room (60s, 70s, 80s rock)) —Center Stage 3 - 5 PM �� No Sew Fleece Demonstration —Needlework Bldg Stage 3 PM �� Lumberjack Show—Lumberjack Arena 3 PM �� Magic Show—Kids Place 3 PM �� Mark Evans, Geology of CT—Discovery Center 4 - 8 PM �� Wine Tasting & Wine Store ($15)—Wine Tent 4 PM �� Dairy Cattle Showmanship—Cow Palace 4 PM �� Rockslide (classic rock)—Green Stage 4 PM �� Games & Contests—Kids Place 4 PM �� Zydelicious (blues)—Center Stage 4 PM �� Scavenger Hunt—Youth Bldg� 4 PM �� Learn about Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts—Youth Bldg� 5 PM �� Peter Marteka, Hiking Hidden CT —Discovery Center 5 PM �� Antique Farm Equipment Demo—South End Farm Museum 5 PM �� Bunny Hop!—Poultry/Rabbit/Sheep/Swine Barn 5:30 PM �� Jackson Hill (country)—Main Stage 6 PM �� Lumberjack Show—Lumberjack Arena 6 PM �� Crossover (classic rock/new country)—Green Stage 6 PM �� CJ West & the Downtown Train (Woodstock tribute)—Center Stage 7 - 10 PM �� Figure 8 & Demolition Derby —Motorized Events Area 7 PM �� BROTHERS OSBORNE—MAIN STAGE 7:30 PM �� Figure 8 & Demolition Derby

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The last day of the 98th annual Durham Fair will be Military Appreciation Day, a first for the fair. “It’s something we’ve been wanting to do for quite a while. This year it all came together,” said Dan Miramant, Durham Fair Association president. “We put a committee together and got in touch with a lot of our local veterans chapters and we got a ton of support from them. It’s a one-off from us, but we’re so excited for it.” The Military Appreciation Day also has the concrete goal of putting veterans in touch with services through the VA Connecticut Healthcare System, a sponsor of the day. According to Durham Fair Marketing Director Deb Huscher, the event came about in discussion with

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Before the USO Troupe’s 1 p.m. show, a fife and drum corps will lead a parade from the Town Green to the Main Stage, followed by a presentation of colors. According to Huscher, Durham Fair volunteers have also been submitting photos of themselves and loved ones who served in the military, which will be shown on the Main Stage screens.

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Religion Briefs Church of the Epiphany

The United Churches of Durham

196 Main St., schedules Sunday worship service of the Holy Communion at 9:30 a.m.

228 Main St., 860-349-3683, schedules Sunday worship for 10 a.m. Holy communion, open to all, is scheduled for the first Sunday of each month.

Middlefield Federated Church 402 Main St., 860-349-9881 or www.mfcct.com, has roots in both Congregational and Methodist religious traditions. Summer Sunday worship service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday School offered with activities. All are welcome.

Victory Christian Church 191 Meriden Road, Middlefield, 860-346-6771. Sunday

services, 8:45 and 10:45 a.m.; Thursday, 7 p.m.

Bible study meets the second and fourth Wednesday at 9

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Rock of Refuge Church 350 Main St., Durham, 2nd floor, 860-704-0477. The church is a non-denominational Christian/Pentecostal Church. Sunday service at 11 a.m.; Tuesday prayer meeting, 7 p.m.; Women’s Bible study meets the first and third Wednesday at 7 p.m.; Men’s

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Senior Happenings Senior transportation

Middlefield will no longer partner with St. Luke’s to provide transportation for senior and disabled citizens.

The towns of Durham and

All trips after Friday, Sept. 15 are canceled. The senior centers are working to find a new transportation provider.

For more information or for those in need of transportation to out-of-county medical appointments, call

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College funding workshop

Knights golf tourney slated Sept. 30

Coginchaug Regional High School, 135 Pickett Lane, has scheduled a college funding workshop for Wednesday, Sept. 27, 6:30 p.m. The program plans to discuss resources for merit-aid, tax code incentives, needbased information and how to best use college savings funds. Parents of all grades are welcome. For more information, call 860-349-7221.

Knights of Columbus Local 11289 has scheduled a golf outing for Saturday, Sept. 30 at Quarry Ridge Golf Club, 9 Rose Hill Road, Portland. A fee is charged. The event includes a scramble format at 1 p.m., contests, raffle and prizes, followed by dinner at The Middletown Elks Club, 44 Maynard St. For more information, contact Dave Laducer at 860-343-3273; David_g_laducer@sbcglobal.net.

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Senior Citizen Board - Rep. Noreen Kokoruda is scheduled to speak Monday, Sept. 18, noon, at the Durham Activity Center. Kokoruda plans to lunch with the seniors and discuss the state budget. For more information and to reserve a spot, call Jaclyn Lehet at 860-349-3153. Lunch - Hot lunch is served Mondays and Wednesdays at noon at the Durham Activity Center. For more information and reservations, call 860-349-3153.

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Bridge players - Bridge games are scheduled for Thursdays and Fridays, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., at the Middlefield Senior Center. Knowledge of how to play bridge is required.

Renter’s Rebate - Renter’s Rebate applications are accepted in the Social Services office though Sunday, Oct. 1. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 860-349-3153.

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Iconic female rocker, early MTV staple to headline Durham Fair Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo will perform at the Durham Fair Saturday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. Benatar, a four-time Grammy Award winner, rose to fame in the 1980s and was a MTV favorite during the early days of the network. Her hits include “Heartbreaker,” “Hit Me with Your Best Shot,” “Hell Is for Children,” “You Better Run,” “Shadows of the Night,” “Love Is a Battlefield,” “We Belong” and “Invincible.” Giraldo – Benatar’s guitarist – and the singer have been married since 1982. Announcing the Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo per-

formance on its website and Facebook page, the Durham Fair Association said “We’re all fired up to tell you the news ... This legendary couple is truly Invincible, with their quintuple platinum fan favorite, Hit Me With Your Best Shot. Join us for a fantastic ’80s flashback you won’t soon forget.”

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She also has some experience with real cows. Her grandmother has cows and, although Wimler has never milked them, she has bottle-fed a calf, an experience that gave her the idea to use feeding bottles for the fake udder.

Wimler will also be one of the fair’s art instructors, demonstrating the difference between oil, acrylic and watercolor paint for all ages on Saturday, Sept. 23 between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the art department. She’ll use cows as a subject. “Just trying to keep the theme going,” Wimler said.

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Cows have not replaced horses as Wimler’s favorite animal or most popular subject of her artwork. “I can’t say that would ever happen.” Although her artwork has been visible in schools, libraries, and the Durham Fair, Wimler has not painted something large like a mural in town. She was either too young or too busy when asked. While she will display other artwork at the Durham Fair, she has yet to select the pieces from her last year’s work, an activity that will be a prelude to her senior year goal of developing her portfolio.

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Wimler will go to art school but still has to decide where. The Rhode Island School of Design in Providence or Lyme College of Fine Arts in Old Lyme are on her radar.

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Come Join our Growing Team! AGC, an Aerospace Component Manufacturer and FAA approved Repair Facility, is seeking experienced individuals to fill the following positions at our facility in Meriden CT. We have first and second shift opportunities for qualified candidates. These positions will require an Aerospace background or similar experience. AGC is an ISO 9001/AS9100 Rev “C” accredited company. Business Unit Manager - Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to managing, scheduling, and customer/employee interaction for the fabrication of formed and machined parts, components and assemblies made out a variety of metal materials. The successful candidate will have experience using MRP software with knowledge in the full range of Microsoft tools. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a fast pace manufacturing environment preferred. Tool Design Engineer – Experience in Designing Hot Form and Draw tooling for Aerospace parts from a variety of metals such as Stainless Steel, Aluminum and Titanium. Tool Maker – Experience in the building and repairing of tools, jigs and fixtures for metal parts which are produced through the drawing, forming, stamping and heat setting of various metal materials. Secondary Machinist – Experience using Conventional Brake Presses, Drill Presses, Hand Tools, and Manual Bridgeport Mills and Lathes to fabricate and assemble Aerospace parts and components. Manual Press Operator – Experience operating manual presses to form, punch, heat set and use hand tools to fabricate and deburr metal and composite parts and components. CNC Machinist – Experience in running Milling and Lathe CNC equipment to fabricate a variety of parts from a wide range of materials such as Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Titanium and Steel. Ability to program or adjust CNC equipment for first piece and/or production fabrication preferred. General Machinist – Experience in the fabrication of parts on conventional machines such as Lathes, Millers, Drill Presses and Honing Machines for a wide range of different materials and metals. Parts Finisher – Ability to use tools such as hand grinders, buffers, polishers, drills and files to deburr and de-flash a variety of metal and rubber components. Assembler/Riveters – Ability to Rivet and Assemble complex aerospace components following blue print and work instructions using a variety of tools, fixtures and measuring instruments. Recruiter submittals will not be accepted at this time. WATCH THIS PUBLICATION FOR DETAILS ON OUR UPCOMING JOB FAIR Applications can be submitted at AGC Acquisition at 106 Evansville Avenue, Meriden, CT 06451 or E-Mail resumes to: humanresources@agcinc orporated.com AGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity/M/F/D/V

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GEREMIA GREENHOUSE Is looking for full-time year-round greenhouse workers. Previous work in a greenhouse or on a farm is not necessary but would be helpful. As a greenhouse worker you would be working with others to complete all tasks necessary to grow holiday and seasonal plants. We require as part of the job: That you can work well with others, Are available between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday thru Friday, Can lift 40 lbs on your own, Have your own transportation.

Gar Kenyon Aerospace, A Designer and Manufacturer of valves primarily utilized by the Aerospace Industry, is seeking experienced individuals to fill the following positions at our facility in Meriden CT. These positions will require an Aerospace background or similar experience. Gar Kenyon is an ISO 9001/AS9100 Rev “C” accredited company. Positions Summary: Valve Assembler and Tester - Experience and/or knowledge of the assembly of valves or similar complex components requiring the testing under pressure to validate the assembly process. Knowledge of testing pressurized components utilizing hydraulic fluid, water or air preferred. CNC Machinist – Experience in the Milling of valve or similar tight tolerance components on a variety of CNC Milling machines is required. Ability to program CNC equipment for first piece and / or production / adjustments to equipment preferred. Design Engineer – Ability and experience to oversee the design, assembly and testing of hydraulic, pneumatic or solenoid valves from initial customer specifications through the delivery of finished products for a variety of aerospace applications. Knowledge of aerospace qualification/certification requirements and Solid Works a plus. A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with two to three years’ experience in at least one of the aforementioned products preferred.

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19th Century Domestic-style meets Queen Anne in this enduring home just off of Main St. Original woodwork, high ceilings, vintage black & white kitchen and a backyard sanctuary to enjoy. $249,000

RENOVATED ONE FLOOR LIVING Easy, carefree living with all the work done: new Anderson windows, roof, septic, well pump and an interior that is updated to perfection. Open floor plan, dazzling kitchen with Corian counters and stainless appliances. All set on a quiet, friendly street. $279,900

A HOUSE THAT SAYS HOME Spacious 2800 sq ft Cape that invites you in to stay! The kitchen is beautifully remodeled, family room is spacious but the best part is sitting on the deck and enjoying your tranquil, private 1.8 acres. $344,500

DISTINCTIVE, VERY ARTISTIC HOME One-of-a-kind custom home designed by local architect captures the harmonious mix between traditional Farmhouse and modern design. Iconic silo is a staircase inviting you to 3 levels of living. $415,000

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STYLED FOR ALL LIFE STYLES Striking 5 bedroom Colonial in desirable Old Blue Hills Estates gives you a sense of spaciousness that you just can’t ignore. Master 1st floor retreat, 2nd floor master bedroom, serene sunroom, finished lower level, 3 car garage and more. $499,000

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SELL THE LAWNMOWER Like the idea of not doing exterior work but not ready for a condo? Then this is the property for you! Beautiful Colonial on a private cul-de-sac of 6 homes. Perfect size with updates throughout. Low monthly fee. $299,000

Durham and Middlefield home sales YTD are up 13.7% and median sales price is up 4.1% Congratulations to all our Durham/Middlefield sellers for 2017 YTD: 31 Seminole 376 Jackson Hill 11 Hamlet Manor 84 Oak Ter

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Fairchild Merwin homestead, circa 1727, offered for first time in 39 years. With over 3300 sq ft, this center chimney Colonial offers a treasure trove for original craftsmanship. A peaceful pond and several barns make this 3 ½ acres feel like a country retreat. $449,000