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Volume 23, Number 40

Friday, March 2, 2018

Superintendent: social media post ‘March Madness’ did not threaten Coginchaug By Lauren Takores Town Times

School officials said Tuesday a suspicious social media post made last week did not threaten the safety of Coginchaug Regional High School. On Friday, Feb. 23, Regional School District 13 administrators investigated a message on social media that stated, “Don’t come to school on the 5th,” according to a statement from Superintendent Kathryn Veronesi.

CRHS Principal Brian Falcone investigated the post, the statement said, and identified the students involved. Veronesi instructed Falcone to call state police in order to coordinate the school district’s activities with police officials. Durham uses a resident state trooper for police services. After interviewing the students involved, the high school administration met with Veronesi and deter-

mined that the post did not pose a threat to the safety of the high school. “On that basis, school administrators determined that police involvement was not warranted and informed the police of this determination,” Veronesi’s statement said. State police charged a juvenile student with breach of peace. LTakores@record-journal.com 203-317-2212 Twitter: @LCTakores

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Over on the ice, the Lyman Hall/Haddam-Killingworth/ Coginchaug hockey team rolled up a regular season record of 14-6, its best finish since 2009. For its efforts, the co-op earned the top seed in the SCC/SWC Division III Tournament, which began after press time.

Lyman’s son, John Lyman, said last week that he had a broad vision of what the farm could be. “He understood, looking ahead, we had to develop a retail company, so we could look at how we used our land in a broader way,” Lyman said of his father.

The dairy farm eventually

In girls basketball, Coginchaug earned the No. 9 seed in the Class S state tournament and bested No. 24 Tourtellotte, 66-30, in Round 1.

(The Coginchaug boys hoop team compiled a record of 713 this winter, which left the locals one win shy of a state tournament berth.)

John “Jack” Lyman Jr. had the vision to not only sustain but grow the family business, Lyman Orchards, from an orchard and dairy to include a retail operation and golf course.

Lyman became president of the family business in 1955, when the operation was commerical orchards and dairy farming. The state’s agriculture business was declining during that time, but he had a vision to keep the farm operational.

It’s tournament time for high school sports teams in Connecticut, and Coginchaug squads are in the mix.

The Blue Devils earned a second-round date with No. 8 Bolton. That one is scheduled for today, March 2 in Bolton. Tip off is slated for 7 p.m.

Remembering Jack Lyman

Jack Lyman died Monday, Feb. 19 at the age of 92. The cause was not disclosed.

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Gov. Dannel Malloy, Jack Lyman, John Lyman III and Steve Ciskowski tour Lyman Orchards in Middlefield on Aug. 23, 2012.

gave way to a 45-hole golf facility, and Lyman Orchards also embraced “pick-yourown” events and other so-called “agritainment” activities to draw in more business. Lyman Orchards celebrated its 275th anniversary in 2016 “That diversification of the business was crucial to being able to make the land become more of a destination,” John Lyman said. “He always said, make the business

attractive enough for the next generation.” Still, farming was at his core. According to his obituary, Jack Lyman would say when asked what he did for a living: “I’m a farmer and a fruit grower.” Lyman Orchards predates the founding of Middlefield. It’s the largest landholding company in the town and second-largest See Lyman, A11

Heading into the postseason, Kyle Roberts had tallied 61 points (31 goals, 30 assists) for the co-op, while Scott Bradley had 54 points (28 points, 26 assists). The offense continues after those top two guys. Matt Pettit (29 points) and T.J. Arduini (26) have been great secondary scorers. Freshman Andrew Sacco is the guy in net, and has proven to be a good backbone for the defense. Following the SCC/SWC DiSee Madness, A8

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Community Scholarship Social slated March 24 The Coginchaug Scholarship Committee has scheduled its Community Scholarship Social (formerly Scholarship Ball) for Saturday, March 24, 7 p.m., at Zandri’s Stillwood Inn, 1074 S Colony Road, Wallingford. A fee is charged.

efit this year’s graduating Coginchaug seniors and future graduates. Every senior who applies for a scholarship and is going on to secondary education receives a scholarship.

Tickets are available at https ://squareup.com/store/ The event includes dinner, coginchaug-scholarshipdancing, 50/50 raffle, and a committee/ or by sending a silent auction. Proceeds ben- check to Michelle Niedmann, 29 Linmar Drive, Durham, CT 06422. Tables are available for 8 or 10. Send seating requests to Sheryl Slight at slightes@sbcUSPS 021-924 global.net.

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Calendar Tuesday, March 6 Democratic Town Committee – The Durham Democratic Town Committee is scheduled to meet Tuesday, March 6, 7 p.m., at the Durham Public Library. All duly elected DDTC members are asked to attend. Important issues to be discussed. Democratic candidates for state office are scheduled to speak. All Democrats are welcome.

Friday, March 9 Theater – Mercy High School and Xavier High School are scheduled to present a production of “The Addams Family” on Friday, March 9, 7 p.m., at Mercy High School, 1740

Randolph Road, Middletown. A fee is charged. For more information and tickets, visit www.mercyhigh.com.

Saturday, March 10 Theater – Mercy High School and Xavier High School are scheduled to present a production of “The Addams Family” on Saturday, March 10, 7 p.m., at Mercy High School, 1740 Randolph Road, Middletown. A fee is charged. For more information and tickets, visit www.mercyhigh.com.

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Decrease in local homelessness noted By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff

The group wants to see local zoning regulations that spur affordable housing.

MERIDEN — Meriden, Wallingford and Middlesex County saw a 49-percent decrease in homelessness since 2013, and an 84-percent decrease in homeless veterans, housing officials said Friday, Feb. 23.

Susan Murphy told the crowd of about 70 people that the group hopes to end

U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy speaks during a meeting at the “It’s an important way to Meriden Public Library in 2015. File photo, Record-Journal build market-rate and af-

youth and family homelessness. “Government is our partner,” she said. “Without good government to create a good plan, we would never be looking at figures like this.” Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has made ending homelessness and affordable housing a priority. The state has created 11,197 units of affordable housing since 2011.

able housing statewide. DOH Commissioner Klein sits on the working group with housing advocates and private developers.

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The working group also wants to establish a task force of stakeholders to study transit-oriented development and come up with recommendations. Initiatives before the legislature include expanding the jurisdictions of local housing authorities to partner on developments and the honoring of Section 8 vouchers across town borders. “All of these things together will expand access to affordable housing,” Klein said. “We’re excited.”

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Coginchaug Soccer Club is accepting 2018 spring registration at coginchaugsoccer.org. A fee is charged. The club offers a kindergarten through second grade clinic, run by the technical training staff, with the help of parent volunteers. The club also offers Pre-K to U19 teams (open to all non-high school students born between Jan. 1, 1999 to Dec. 31, 2013). Coginchaug Soccer Club monthly meetings are scheduled for the first Sunday of each month, 7 p.m., at the Middlefield Community Center. All prospective travel coaches, as well as anyone helping with the club in any capacity, should attend. For more information, visit coginchaugsoccer@ gmail.com.

Mercy celebrates its SCC championship, the program’s fourth conference title in five years.

Durham resident Meghan DeVille helped lead the Mercy High School basketball team to the 2018 SCC championship. For her efforts, DeVille was named the

tournament MVP. Mercy bested East Haven in the SCC finals before a crowd of 1,400. From there, Mercy defeated Cheshire, 70-26, in the opening round of the CIAC Class LL state tournament, improving to 23-1. Along with DeVille, Mercy’s roster also includes local players Alessandra Fronc and Isabella Santoro.

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When I told my son about it that night, he said that in North Carolina, where he lives, that’s a thing. It’s called mudding. These people do, on purpose, what sent me into a tizzy. Not with a Honda Civic, certainly, but with some monster truck that is a gazillion feet high. These adventurers go out into muddy fields and do “donuts,” and whatever else one does under such conditions. And they think

Well, since Mother Nature did not see fit to bequeath me with enough rain to lift Lila’s mud, I took it upon myself to help her out. She’s not spotless, but she’s good enough. But it got me to thinking that I could do a whole lot better in the “keeping the ‘ol girl clean” department. The rain usually takes care of the outside for me, but the inside, apparently, is up to me.

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En route to my friend’s house, I accidentally turned into the wrong driveway, two houses down. At first it did not seem like such a crisis, Alas, it was not to be. I sank but it rapidly became one. like a rock into what seemed Well, maybe crisis is too like mile-deep mud. And strong a word, but that’s how you know how that goes. It’s it felt at the time. For I quick- like being in quicksand. The ly found myself trying to bar- more gas I gave my Honda rel down a long, swamp-like Civic, the more the tires driveway that seemed to spun and the deeper I sank. have no end. My heart startOkay, I told myself, in a vain ed to go pitty-pat, as I wondered what I had gotten my- search for calmness, remember what you did when you self into. But I had not pushed the panic button yet. were stuck countless times in the Georgia red clay. Surely I would come upon a (When I lived there, I was place to turn around, so that mired in the stuff more than I could exit that bog and re- I have ever been in the snow turn once again to firm up here.) You’ve been in this ground. situation before, and you

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Pool – Seniors interested in playing pool are welcome to come to the Durham Activity Center Mondays and Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. For more information, call Sherry at 860-343-6724 or Jaclyn at 860-349-3153.

Weekly Fun Excursions – Middlefield and Durham senior bus trips provide transportation to activities and out-of-county medical appointments: Tuesday, March 6 to Boscov’s and Wednesday, March 7 to Mohegan Sun. Out-of-county medical appointments require 48 hours notice. For more information and reservations, call 860-346-0212, press 2.

Lunch - Hot lunch is served Mondays and Wednesdays at noon at the Durham Activity Center. For more information and reservations, call 860-349-3153.

Middlefield Senior Center St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon – Wednesday, March 14, at noon. For more information and to register, call 860-3497121. Confused by Medical Jargon? – Masonicare has scheduled an information program for Friday, March 16, 1 p.m. Lunch is planned before the program. For more information and reservations, call Sue D’Orvilliers at 860-349-7121 or email

Renter’s Rebate – The Renter’s Rebate program is scheduled for May 15 through Sept. 5. Income limits are single/widowed $35,300 and married $43,000. The limit includes Social Security and other income combined. For more information, call the Assessor’s office at 860-349-7111. Bridge players – Bridge games are scheduled for Thursdays and Fridays, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., at the Senior Center. Knowledge of how to play bridge is required.

vision III Tournament, the Lyman Hall/HaddamKillingworth/Coginchaug hockey team will jump into the Division III state tournament, which begins Monday, March 5. Another local cooperative, the Lyman Hall/Coginchaug boys swim team, capped its regular season with a record of 2-11. “We had a lot of personal bests and you can’t beat that,” LH/C coach Donna Neary said. “We had kids that couldn’t do a lap in the pool when the season started and they swam personal bests. We had a diver … who was afraid she was going to drown the first day of practice and she has more than six dives now and has made great strides in her

Knit2gether – Do you know how to knit? Are you interested in learning new skills? The Knit2gether group meets Thursdays, 9 a.m., at the Middlefield Community Center. Activity bus – The Middlefield and Durham Senior Activity Bus is for all seniors in Middlefield and Durham. New ideas for trips and venues are sought. Contact Sue D’Orvilliers at 860-3497121 or Jaclyn Lehet at 860349-3153.

Meals provided to residents of Middlefield and Durham, 60 years and older. Call Sue D’Orvilliers, 860-349-7121. Food Bank – The food bank is in need of snack foods, such as Goldfish, crackers, snack bars, cereal and pasta sauce. Blood pressure screenings – Free blood pressure screenings are scheduled for the second Wednesday of each month at the Community Center. Senior, Social Service hours – Monday through Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Seeking program ideas - The Senior Center is looking for new programs to offer. Share thoughts and suggestions with Sue D’Orvilliers, 860349-7121.

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Weekly exercise – Monday and Friday, regular exercise, 7:45 a.m.; Wednesday, yoga, 7:45 a.m.

March 20 – Aqua Turf, St. Patrick’s celebration.

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April 4 – Broadway, Margaritaville or Carousel.

Act. June 25 – Newport dinner theater, Lone Star Love Potion. July 19 – Boston Whale Watch. Aug. 2 – Saratoga racing. Aug. 16 – Bobby Rydell. Sept. 12 – Broadway, My Fair Lady or Wicked. Sept. 16 – Big E. Sept. 27 – Hunts Turkey Train. Oct. 12 – Westchester, Newsies. Nov. 16 – Radio City. For more information, call Sue Giuffrida, 860-346-0724.

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swimming as well. That’s exactly what you want to see.” State swimming and diving championships kick off next week. In other action, Coginchaug’s indoor track and field teams competed in the Class S state competition recently. The local girls tallied 10 points and finished 13th, while the boys earned seven points and landed in 21st place. Notable performances were turned in by Coginchaug’s Ashley Dana (fifth, 600 meter run), Carolyn Cumello (second, pole vault), Sean McMaster (fifth, 1,000) and Cooper Berry (tied for third, pole vault).

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Western New England UniCoginchaug High School versity, Massachusetts – Alan Scholarship Fund is accepting applications. ApplicaHaberern of Durham. tions are open through Friday, March 23. (Applicants with last names A through Dean’s list M, deadline is 8:50 a.m. ApMerrimack College, Masplicants with last names N sachusetts – Tiffany Manthrough Z, deadline is 12:35 giameli of Middlefield. p.m.) No late applications will be accepted. All graduSacred Heart University ating seniors are encouraged – Stephanie Mangiameli of to complete an applicaMiddlefield. tion, posted on Naviance. For more information, email crhsscholarshipfund@ Honor roll gmail.com.

Brandon Baker, Jordan Baker, Christopher Johnson, George Zeli, Julia Bengtson, Fleance Gauat and Donte Pope have been named to the second marking period honor roll at University High — Record-Journal report School of Science and Engineering.

The Rockfall Foundation announced the Virginia R. Rollefson Environmental Leadership Scholarship, which recognizes an area high school student who demonstrates leadership and initiative in promoting conservation, preservation,

restoration or environmental education. Application deadline is 4 p.m., Friday, March 2. For more information and an application, visit www.rockfallfoundation.org or call 860-347-0340. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords is accepting applications for its annual scholarships for students pursuing a career in nursing or music. Applications are available at Middlesex County high school guidance offices. Deadline to apply is Monday, March 26. Call 860-349-2042. The Town Times prints scholastic achievements of local students. Company policy requires verification from the school, i.e., a copy of the letter, email or certificate received by the student.

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Obituaries John Lyman, Jr. MIDDLEFIELD — When asked what he did for a living, Jack Lyman would answer, “I’m a farmer and a fruit grower.” John Lyman Jr. (Jack) – farmer, fruit grower, entrepreneur, public servant, and believer – died peacefully in his home on Monday, Feb. 19, 2018, surrounded by family and friends. Former president and chief executive officer of the Lyman Farm Inc., in Middlefield, Jack is reunited with his wife Kathryn (McDermott), whom he described as “the most beautiful woman I had ever

seen.” Born September 21, 1926, to John and Edna Lyman, Jack launched his first business as a boy when he tapped the sugar maples that lined the roads of the farm. His counted his mother as his most loyal employee and faithful customer of his homemade syrup. Jack graduated from The Taft School in Watertown, in 1944. He enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving a tour in Korea. Graduating from Yale University in 1950, he and Kathy married in 1952. Together they raised their five children in their home on Lyman Road overlooking the hills and meadows of the Coginchaug River Valley. When Jack became its

president in 1955, the Lyman Farm comprised commercial orchards and a dairy. By the 1960s, agriculture in Connecticut was full retreat as farms throughout the state fell to industrial and residential development. By diversifying, Jack shepherded the company through the challenges with the support of his sisters and their husbands and his countless relatives who made up the Lyman Farm shareholder base. Today, the orchards, complemented by a retail farm market, annually draw hundreds of thousands to Middlefield for Pick Your Own and a host of other “agritainment” activities. The dairy gave way

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

145 Hubbard St., Middlefield, 860-349-3868. Mass schedule; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 a.m., at Notre Dame Church; Saturday, 4 p.m.; Sunday, 9:30 a.m.

402 Main St., 860-349-9881 or www.mfcct.com, has roots in both Congregational and Methodist religious traditions. Sunday worship service at 10 a.m. Sunday School offered with activities. All are welcome.

Notre Dame Church 272 Main St., 860-349-3058. Mass schedule; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 a.m.; Saturday, 4 p.m., at St. Colman Church; Sunday, 8 and 11 a.m.

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Victory Christian Church 191 Meriden Road, Middlefield, 860-346-6771. Sunday services, 8:45 and 10:45 a.m.; Thursday, 7 p.m.

350 Main St., Durham, 2nd floor, 860-704-0477. A nondenominational Christian/ Pentecostal Church. Sunday service, 11 a.m.; Tuesday prayer meeting, 7 p.m.; Women’s Bible study meets the first and third Wednesday, 7 p.m.; Men’s Bible study meets the second and fourth Wednesday, 9 a.m.

Presented by Max R. Miller, author of “Along the Valley Line,” the program includes the history of the Connecticut Valley Railroad

The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call 860-3460746.

The Middlefield Democratic Town Committee has scheduled a meeting to give the public the opportunity to meet with Democratic candidates who plan to seek state offices in 2018. The forum is an opportunity for the public to meet candidates, listen to their views and ask questions.

The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 13, 7 p.m., with exploratory gubernatorial candidate Sean Connolly, former State Commissioner of Veterans Affairs, at the Middlefield Community Senior Center. For more information, visit middlefieldctdems.org.

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“Our relationship (with the town of Middlefield) has always been very good,” he said. “We’ve benefited from town support in many ways … My dad recognized that, the special relationship we had with the town, and gave back when we could.”

The Middlesex County Historical Society has scheduled an illustrated talk about the Connecticut Valley Railroad for Thursday, March 22, 7 p.m., at Russell Library, 123 Broad St., Middletown.

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Senior Center Book Club – Tuesday, March 6, 1 p.m. “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak.

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Annual Book and Bake Sale – Friday, April 6, noon to 5 p.m.; Saturday, April 7, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday, April 8, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Author talk with Marc Youngquist – “The 143rd in Iraq.” Thursday, March 8, 7 p.m. Registration is requested.

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A 16-room, custom-built colonial in the Blue Hills neighborhood is on the market for $1.9 million following foreclosure. The 9,000-square foot single-family house at 26 Pine Ledge Trail was listed earlier this month. A finished pool house adds another 2,000 square feet. The property has 10.65 acres with “beautiful views,” said Leslie Brent, Coldwell Banker real estate agent. “The biggest challenge is the size of the house and finding The 9,000-square-foot house at 26 Pine Ledge Trail in that special buyer,” Brent Durham is on the market, posted at $1.9 million, following said Thursday. foreclosure.

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NEW HAVEN - 5 rooms, 2 BR, first floor, freshly painted, off street parking, no utilities except water, 650 credit score or greater, lease & security, $1100/mo. GUTTERS PLUS 25+ yrs exp. Call today for free 203-239-7657 est. 203-440-3535 Ct. WALLINGFORD - 2 famReg. #578887 ily, 2nd floor, 5 rooms, 3 BR, off street prkg, no pets, $1,200/mo + Handypersons utilities, 203-284-1853 WLFD-2BR Townhouse, laundry hkups, appls. off st prkg, no pets/smkg, $900. +1 mo sec. 203-631-5219

Home Improvement

Remodeling, Carpentry, plumbing, odd jobs. Family run for 60 yrs! CT#640689 Home Doctor 203.427.7828

ED’S JUNK REMOVAL WE HAVE DUMP TRUCK Reg. Ins. Free on-site est. Attics, bsemts, garages, appl. & more. Any Questions? Ed (203) 494-1526

WE REMOVE Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more. *SPRING YardClean-ups*

FREE ESTIMATES LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

Landscaping

Gary Wodatch Landscaping. Hedge/tree trimming. Trim overgrown properties. Calls returned. #620397 860-558-5430

IF YOU Mention This Ad SPRINGYard Clean-Ups Brush, branches, leaves, storm damage **JUNK REMOVAL** Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc WE CAN REMOVE ANYTHING Entire house to 1 item removed! FREE ESTIMATES Sr. Citizen Discount LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

POWER WASHING Is Spring Cleaning ON THE OUTSIDE FREE Estimates #569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279

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Roofing. Siding. Windows. More. Free Est’s. Ins. # 604200. Member BBB. Harmony.(860) 645-8899

J & M Landscapes Complete lawn care. Mulch&Stone delv. Shed stone found. Stump grinding. Gutter Siding.Roofing.Windows Decks.Sunrooms.Add’ clean-outs. Snow Plow CT Reg#516790. Service. Free quote. 203-237-0350 Fiderio & 860-349-8135. Sons www. fiderio.com

Masonry ALEX MASONRY 30 yrs. exp. Patios, Ret. Walls, Steps, Brick, Stone, Chimneys. #580443. 203-2320257 or 203-596-0652

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George J Mack & Sons Servicing the Meriden Gary Wodatch LLC area since 1922. Toilet, TREE REMOVAL faucet, sink & drain reAll calls returned. pairs. Water heater reCT#620397 placements. 15% Sr Quick courteous service. citizen disc. Member Office 203-235-7723 of BBB. 203-238-2820 Cell 860-558-5430

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Friday, March 2, 2018

Cardboard box sled race to benefit Camp Nerden Powder Ridge Park has scheduled a Cardboard box sled race for Saturday, March 17. Families, friends and businesses are welcome

to build a sled and race it down the mountain for a great cause.

will benefit the John J. Nerden RTC Camp (Camp Nerden) in Middlefield.

A fee is charged. The race

Camp Nerden has just cele-

brated its 50th anniversary serving the community and those with intellectual disabilities.

Awards will be given. For more information, and to sign up, visit PowderRidgePark.com or call Laura Loffredo, 860–894-2205.

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

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

AJ’s Oasis Café

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

Athena II Diner

Colony Diner

Crazy Greek

Duchess of Wallingford

Fire at the Ridge Restaurant & Lounge

Libby’s Italian Pastry Shop

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

1143 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Plantsville, CT 06479 Monday - Thursday 11AM-8:45PM Friday and Saturday 11AM-9PM Like Greek food? Try our famous Greek dishes next time you’re craving something delicious. We’re Celebrating our 1 year anniversary and taking $1 off all food items ALL February.

99 Powder Hill Road Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 852-5444 www.fireattheridge.com

Top off the weekend with Sunday Brunch mountainside. Includes Breakfast Buffet, Choice of entree`, dessert and cocktail. Adults $19.95, 2-4 years $14.95. Three & under, Free.

Tata’s Restaurant 34 Center Street Wallingford, CT (203) 294-4303 tatasrestaurantct.com

Tata’s has been delighting dinners with Authentic Puerto Rican food for over 13 years! Open for lunch, dinner, catering + private parties!

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

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

323 Washington Avenue North Haven ,CT 06473 203.234.2530 www.libbyscookies.com Family owned and operated bakery located off 1-91 in North Haven. We specialize in Italian pastries, cookies, Italian ice, gelato, cakes and other traditional desserts.

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