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Volume 19, Number 35

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At the Nov. 28 meeting of the Board of Education, Michelle Gohagon gave a presentation that highlighted the changing technology of elementary education. “The learning that we are used to is not the learning our kids are going to get at universities,” said Gohagon, a technology integration specialist for Regional School District 13 grades K-5. Gohagon demonstrated classroom technology with embedded video, links and tweets to show how technology has already changed the way students get, absorb and use information. See BOE, page 3

Lyman Orchards makes $2,199 donation to students By Stephanie Wilcox Town Times On Nov. 30, Lyman Orchards presented the Coginchaug French Honor Society with a check in the amount of $2,199 for its volunteer efforts with the Corn Maze this fall. “It’s one of the great ways we’re able to give back,” said Lymans Director of Marketing Tim Burt in a phone call Tuesday. Since 2000, the first year the corn maze opened, FHS students have volunteered as corn cops at the maze. This

year, they put in 267 volunteer hours. “They’re kind of a charter member of the volunteer groups,” said Karen Augeri, Lymans marketing manager. “The corn cops are such an integral piece of the business in terms of the experience for customers,” added Burt. “Without them, we really couldn’t do the corn maze. It’s a great relationship we have with them.” With the money they received, the FHS will continue to support a Haitian orphan See Donation, page 15

Food is unloaded and boxed at this year’s Community Round-up. By Diana Carr Special to the Town Times Mistletoe and eggnog and tidings of good cheer. As the song says, it’s the most wonderful time of the year. And our community is making sure that it is, for everyone. Thanks to the annual Community Round-up, which al-

ways takes place the first Saturday in December, everyone will have enough to eat over the holidays. The event enlists many hands and many hearts. Held this year on Dec. 1, it started off with a committee, cochaired by Kathy Bottini, Melissa Cook and Rebecca Sinusas, doing the planning,

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and students registering in teams with their schools. On the day of the Round-up, students from grades 1 to 12, teachers, parents and community members arrived at Coginchaug Regional High School to get their folder containing their route and a map.

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BOE (Continued from page 1) “We don’t want the technology to be something that’s in addition to — we really want it to be a part of [the education],” Gohagon said. The student work displayed used a variety of software and apps. Gohagon showed part of a science movie done by first graders. The traditional research was put through movie-making software and resulted in a stick bug interviewing a ladybug on the computer. Gohagon cited the ability of Twitter and Skype to

make experts available to students in the classroom. Gohagon pointed out that technology is also being used to bridge the school and home divide. Students have used eBooks to create work that can be downloaded at home. Google Apps is currently being used by RSD13 students to work on projects at home and at school on different computers. Fifth graders worked on two projects highlighted during the presentation. Some used video conferencing to collaborate with students in Iowa and Ontario on a Halloween story “A Nightmare on Elmo Street.” Other fifth graders created book trailers for local author Leslie Bul-

lion’s “The Universe of Fair,” which they shared during an author visit. While some of the changing technology simply reflects a changing world, technology in the classroom is also a result of the new Common Core standards. All testing done under Common Core standards will be done on computers. The Common Core also emphasizes that students should write and publish in a variety of media. BOE members discussed uneven use of technology in different classrooms and whether Excel has been given enough emphasis. Making teachers and administrators comfortable with the technology is part of

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Tot Time - The MOMS Club of Durham-Middlefield meets every Friday at the Middlefield Community Center at 10 a.m. Babies, toddlers and children are welcome. For more information, email momsdurhammiddlefield@gmail.com. Bridge Night - Come join in at the Durham Activity Center every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. for a fun night of bridge. If you are not sure how to play, Jim will teach Submitted by Maura Caramanello you. You may call Jim at (860) 346-6611 with bridge First graders in Maura Caramanello’s class at Brewster Elementary School questions. Call Durham shared their “rockin’ research” projects on independent research topics Recreation at (860) 343-6724 recently. with further questions. Holiday party – A Durham senior holiday parson. The program features Durham 60 Plus Club will ty will be held Friday, Dec. 7, traditional holiday songs. meet at 1:30 p.m. at the at the Durham Activity CenRegistration is required. Durham Activity Center, Sunday For more information and 350 Main St., on Monday, ter, 350 Main St., from noon to register, call the Madison Dec. 10. A blood pressure to 2 p.m. Call Sherry at (860) Informational meeting Public Library at (203) 245343-6724 for reservations. clinic will be held before or email Bring your favorite holiday - Come to an informational 7365 the meeting at 1 p.m. Food meeting to learn about lucyr1953@yahoo.com. baked goods to share. and toiletries will be colBiggest Loser Pro Challected for the food pantry. lenge. The fifth season of Vendor fair – Middlesex Biggest Loser Pro ChalHealth Care Center has lenge at Core Club & Gym Monday Saturday starts Jan. 6 at 350 Main St., scheduled a Holiday VenDurham. Call (860) 349-9100 Durham Senior Lunch- dor Fair for Monday, Dec. Hanukkah begins at for more information. es - Every Monday and 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at sundown Meetings are Sunday, Dec. Wednesday, hot lunches are 100 Randolph Road, MiddleBus trip to casino - 9, at 4 p.m., and Saturday, available for seniors over 60 town. There will be purses, Durham Middlefield Fal- Dec. 29, at 10 a.m. and their spouses at the makeup, jewelry, Pampered Santa at Lyman Or- Durham Activity Center, cons has scheduled a bus Chef and more. For more trip to Foxwoods Casino for chards - Santa and Mrs. 350 Main St. Following information, call (860) 344Saturday, Dec. 8, to raise Claus will host four tradi- lunch on Monday is game 0353. tional family-style brunchmoney for new, safer heltime, which includes bilmets. The bus leaves Allyn es at Lyman’s family home liards, Wii and cards. Bingo Brook in Durham at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 9, and Sun- starts at 1 p.m. on Wednesand returns at 11 p.m. For day, Dec. 16. Brunch will be day. For pricing info and to Tuesday price information or to sign served at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., make a reservation, call 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Brunch Amanda Pedersen, senior up, contact Dan Wheeler at Gingerbread decorat(860) 759-4402 or Carrie An- is prepared by the Apple café manager, at (860) 349Barrel chefs and includes 3153. ing - The MOMS Club of derson at (860) 301-7315. roasted turkey with cranMiddlefield Senior Durham-Middlefield is decZumbathon - Core Club berry chutney, stuffed pork Lunches - The Middlefield orating gingerbread houses & 24/7 Gym, 350 Main St., loin with apple compote, Senior Café is serving at the Durham Activity Durham, is an official drop- seafood Newburg, sliced lunch three times a week, off center for Toys for Tots. sirloin, an omelet station, on Mondays, Wednesdays Center, 350 Main St., on There will be a Zumbathon and menu selections just and Fridays. Reservations Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, from 10:30 for kids. are required 24 hours prior, All are welcome. Please a.m. to noon, and the fee is Yuletide Ukefest - The and the monthly menu can bring a bag of candy to cona $15 toy or $15 donation for Middlefield Ukelele Club is be picked up at the center, tribute to decorating. HousCore Club to buy the toy for scheduled to perform Sun- Town Hall or at www.mid- es will be provided. RSVP to momsdurhammiddleyou. For more information, day, Dec. 9, from 2 to 3 p.m., dlefieldct.org. call (860) 349-9100. 60 Plus Club – The field@gmail.com. at Scranton Library, Madi-

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Middlefield Social Services, with the food going to families in the community, to both towns’ food pantries and to

Then it was off to homes in Durham and Middlefield to collect non-perishable items, canned goods and gift cards. Back at the high school cafeteria, the items collected were counted, then put into carts (donated by Home Depot, of Middletown) and rolled down to the gymnasium, where they were sorted and boxed up for delivery. The Community Round-up was started seven years ago by Beth Galligan, who was the guidance director at CRHS at the time, and is co-sponsored by the Local Wellness Council. The Durham Women’s Club donates breakfast every year, and each Round-up sees at least 300 students volunteering. Money collected is split between Durham and

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day’s tally showed a collection of $2,383 in cash, $70 in gift cards, and 10,954 food items. The gymnasium was a hubbub of activity. Amanda Pedersen, Durham’s human services director, said she is grateful to residents who participated in the Community Round-up. “Your support really See Round-up, next page

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Food goes to the cafeteria for counting before it is put on a cart and wheeled into the gym for sorting. there who are not as lucky as me, and it feels good to help them.â&#x20AC;? Robin Fox, with the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nutrition program, summed it up. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very touching to be part of this outpouring of love in the form of food and participation by Regional Dis-

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Memorable birthday To the editor: I want to thank everyone who attended my birthday party Oct. 21. The love and good wishes that surrounded me were unbelievable. In lieu of gifts, food, totaling 535 pounds, was brought to the Amazing Grace Food Pantry. Naomi Klotsko Middlefield

Change our world To the editor: War is in the fabric of most Americans — lost lives, medals, severed limbs, posttraumatic stress syndrome, poverty wages, monuments, rituals, mind control, holidays, parades, collateral damage — all in the name of freedom. War is not about freedom but about invasion, control, resource theft, greed, defense-related industry and the New World Order. At the very least, war is barbaric and unconscionable in a loving society, schizophrenic in a “Christian” nation. Why do we need others’ oil and minerals so badly? Follow the money, which leads to deep

pockets of the one percent. There have been many patents for clean-energy technology, energy from “the void” and perpetual-motion machines, all of which have been secreted away by the military or shelved and destroyed by large energy corporations. What can we do? Stop sacrificing ourselves and our children. War will cease when the young refuse to enlist, according to Einstein. Keep military recruiters away from public schools. Allow veterans dignity and honor them by creating peace. Reinvent free energy sources, manufacture them locally, sell at low prices and forget patents. Stop military funding. Walk, bike, use non-motorized tools. Disengage from violence in any form. We are eternal divine beings on physical journeys. We can change our world by changing ourselves: re-script the play, adjust priorities, delete materialism, embrace difference, share resources, choose love every moment, respect others and wage peace. Sue McIntosh, M.D. Durham

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To the Editor: I have a 12-year-old dog named Barney. He’s a Lhasa Apso with arthritis and diabetes, missing most of his teeth and is overweight; his mobility is pretty limited. He had become almost blind, but in October had cataract surgery and regained sight in one eye. He enjoys the outdoors and his dog park friends (both canine and human), and going home to his favorite pillow. Recently I was on the street near my house with Barney and my other dog, Red. A neighbor was walking home after his jog in the Parmelee Hill Road area. Barney always barks at him. I commented “good weather for a run,” to which he responded “yeah.” He was backing up as Barney approached, and to my surprise bent down and struck Barney on the head with a bat he carries while jogging. There had not been any contact on Barney’s part, like jumping or biting. Barney cried and collapsed while the guy ran toward his house. At Pieper Memorial Emergency Room, we learned Barney’s eye was ruptured and might have to be removed. Also, blood had seeped into the good eye, the one that had recently been repaired. Barney’s ophthalmologist diagnosed eye trauma and brain swelling but thinks recovery is possible. Despite ongoing issues with both eyes, we remain hopeful. I called the police, and while this guy admitted he “overreacted,” it turns out he can react that way if he claims he was scared. Our animal control officer went further by contacting an anti-cruelty organization, but they were unable to help. The guy has not apologized or offered to help with medical expenses. That’s okay. I just hope Barney gets better and that our story will be a warning to other dog owners to keep an eye out for this guy and be on guard. David Pieta Durham

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Tree lightings ring in the holiday season The annual tree lightings on the green in Durham and Middlefield took place last weekend. In Durham, the event was put on by the Recreation Committee and in Middlefield, by Park & Recreation, with the help of local businesses, musicians and groups who help organize the events that mark the start of the holiday season. A large crowd gathered on the Middlefield Town Green for the annual lighting.

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A little bit of everything is going on in town Wow, how quickly a month goes by and our thoughts of “hurricane” Sandy. One lingering memory that needs to be shared is how kind our fire department members were in hosting and feeding the two crews who came from Oregon to help restore our electricity. The department’s efforts made the cold, nasty, wet and dangerous jobs more tolerable during their (thankfully short) stay. Thanks, Chief Tyc and members, for your kindness. Sandy also brought about the use of our newly activated emergency notification system. Every Middlefield and Rockfall phone number that is published in the White Pages is in the system and will be called during an assortment of events. If you do not want to

be on the call list, you can opt out by calling me or Emergency Management Director Brian Dumas or via the link on the town website. You can also specify that calls go to your cell phone or any other number you wish. You can also opt to get text messages. Every few weeks I make a trip to Powder Ridge to see how things are progressing. I must say that work is looking great. Much has been accomplished in the buildings and on the site. Through conversations with Sean Hayes, his “open hours” at Blackbird Tavern have proven to be just what is needed in providing a neutral forum for interested parties. You are welcome to pop in from 4 to 6 p.m. every Tuesday afternoon. In the world of restoration, I have spent the last

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From The Desk Of The First Selectman four to five years slowly restoring and repairing our town buildings. The most recent work involved installing a new roof on the Town Office building with local contractor Ken Schif-

fert. Also the Augeri boys just finished pointing the exterior brick masonry walls that had been spalling due to accelerated deterioration. Age has crept up on all of our buildings and, like most of us, needs some TLC every now and then. I continue to stay in touch with the design firm that is preparing the bid documents for the improvements at the Lake Beseck dam. Seems like much of how the state operates will play out with the dam project. “Hurry up and wait” is quite normal. The big issue for those who live on the lake itself is when is the best time to start the actual work? Option A is to wait until the summer of 2013 is over. Option B would have construction start ASAP. I’ll keep you posted. I was honored to be a

guest at the awards banquet for Durham Middlefield Falcons youth football and cheerleading program. In the land of volunteers, why would I be so surprised to see several hundred in attendance encouraging our youth in word and deed the values we share in our small towns? The event recognized about 150 kids who gave their all during the past season. The program is geared toward preparing athletes for high school sport life. Thanks, parents, for driving them to practice. Finally, the Christmas season is upon us. The “Norman Rockwell” Christmas scene, as I call it, played through once again as the town celebrated the season with holiday songs, lighting of the town tree See Town, page 14

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Obituaries Donald H. Shipley Donald H. Shipley, 90, of Durham, beloved husband of Agnes (Lemmon) Shipley, died Dec. 2, 2012, at Apple Rehabilitation in Middletown. He was born in New Haven, son of the late John and Emma (Pratt) Shipley. Don was a veteran of World War II serving with the U.S. Navy. Prior to retirement, he worked as a pressman for New Haven Board & Carton. In addition, he was a skilled craftsman in furniture restoration. Besides his wife, Agnes, Donald is survived by sever-

al nieces and nephews. Services were Dec. 5, 2012, at Biega Funeral Home, Middletown. Entombment was in All Saints Cemetery, North Haven. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to CATALES, Inc. P.O. Box 901, Middletown, CT 06457 or to the Branford Compassion Club, 2037 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT 06471. To share memories or express condolences online, visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.

Warren H. Pendleton Warren H. Pendleton, 90, of Middlefield, beloved husband of Pauline ‘Polly’ (Skinner) Pendleton for 66 years, passed away on Nov. 27, 2012. Born on July 9, 1922, he was the son of the late Merritt Henry and Leonora (Fowler) Pendleton. After graduating from Middletown High School, Warren served his country during World War II from 1942 to 1946 in the U.S. Army Cannon Company 354th Infantry Regiment 89th Division. On

April 27, 1946 he married Polly, the pretty R.N. he met while stationed in North Carolina. Together they built their family home in Middlefield. Warren was employed by New Departure of Meriden, Sanibel of Middletown, and CT Valley Hospital of Middletown. Through the years, his hobbies included fishing, bowling, hunting and cards, but golf became his favorite pastime. After retiring as head chef of Merritt Kitchen at C.V.H., he enjoyed his second career at Indian Spring Golf Course

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Town (Continued from page 12) and, of course, Santa’s arrival via a well-lit fire truck. Thanks to our Parks & Rec. Department and other volunteers who made it successful. I am convinced that this type of event is why we all live here. It is a quality of life event that makes the Christmas season all the more meaningful and enjoyable. Best wishes.

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Brubeck dies Last week Town Times reported that there would be a birthday bash concert for legendary jazz musician Dave Brubeck, who performed at Coginchaug High School in 2007. It was confirmed Wednesday that Brubeck had died, a day before the concert and his 92 birthday.

Donation (Continued from page 1) and orphanage in Haiti. “They take our donation and turn around for a great cause,” Augeri said. Lymans has given a donation to the FHS every year since 2000. Burt said Lymans hopes to visit Sheehan High School in Wallingford to present a check to the Music Department for being the top group in terms of volunteer hours. Photo by Karen Augeri

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7 V Jamboree at home at 5 p.m. 12 V Hyde Leadership at Fair Haven School at 7:30 p.m. 12 JV Hyde Leadership at Fair Haven School at 6 p.m. 15 V Hale Ray at home at 7:30 p.m. 15 JV Hale Ray at home at 6 p.m. 17 V Westbrook at Westbrook High School at 7:30 p.m. 17 JV Westbrook at Westbrook High School at 6 p.m. 18 FR ACES at 3:45 p.m. 19 FR East Hampton at home at 6:30 p.m. 20 V North Branford at home at 7:30 p.m. 20 JV North Branford at home at 6 p.m. 22 FR Haddam-Killingworth at home at 12 p.m. 29 V Windsor Locks at home at 7:30 p.m. 29 JV Windsor Locks at home at 6 p.m.

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2 FR Hyde Leadership at 4:30 p.m. 3 V Old Saybrook at home at 7:30 p.m. 3 JV Old Saybrook at home at 6 p.m. 5 V Cromwell at Cromwell High School at 7 p.m. 5 JV Cromwell at Cromwell High School at 5:30 p.m. 5 FR North Branford at home at 12 p.m. 7 V Haddam-Killingworth at Haddam Killingworth HS at 7 p.m. 7 JV Haddam-Killingworth at Haddam Killingworth HS at 5:30 p.m. 9 FR Old Saybrook at home at 6:30 p.m. 10 V Old Lyme at home at 7:30 p.m. 10 JV Old Lyme at home at 6 p.m. 12 FR Portland at Portland High School at 10:30 a.m. 15 V Morgan at home at 7:30 p.m. 15 JV Morgan at home at 6 p.m. 16 FR Morgan at home at 6:30 p.m. 18 V Portland at Portland High School at 7 p.m. 18 JV Portland at Portland High School at 5:30 p.m. 19 FR Valley Regional at Valley Regional HS at 10:30 a.m. 22 V East Hampton at home at 5:30 p.m. 22 JV East Hampton at home at 4 p.m. 23 FR Westbrook at Westbrook High School at 7 p.m. 26 FR Valley Regional at home at 12 p.m. 28 FR ACES at 3:45 p.m. 29 V North Branford at North Branford High School at 7 p.m. 29 JV North Branford at North Branford High School at 5:30 p.m. 30 FR Westbrook at home at 6:30 p.m.

9 FR Portland at home at 12 p.m. 12 V Morgan at Morgan HS at 7 p.m. 12 JV Morgan at Morgan HS at 5:30 p.m. 13 FR East Hampton at East Hampton High School at 7 p.m. 15 V Haddam-Killingworth at home at 7:30 p.m. 15 JV Haddam-Killingworth at home at 6 p.m. 16 FR Haddam-Killingworth at Haddam Killingworth HS at 10 a.m. 18 V Enfield at Enfield High School at 7 p.m. 18 JV Enfield at Enfield High School at 5:30 p.m. 20 V Valley Regional at home at 7:30 p.m. 20 JV Valley Regional at home at 6 p.m. 20 FR Hyde Leadership at home at 6:30 p.m. 23 FR North Branford at North Branford High School at 10:30 a.m.

Girls Basketball December 8 V Valley Regional at home at 7:30 p.m. 8 JV Valley Regional at home at 6 p.m. 11 V Hyde Leadership at Truman School TBA 11 JV Hyde Leadership at Truman School at 5 p.m. 14 V Hale Ray at home at 7:30 p.m. 14 JV Hale Ray at home at 6 p.m. 18 V Westbrook at Westbrook High School at 7:30 p.m. 18 JV Westbrook at Westbrook High School at 6 p.m. 21 V North Branford at home at 7:30 p.m. 21 JV North Branford at home at 6 p.m. 28 V Thomaston at Thomaston H.S. Gymnasium at 7 p.m. 28 JV Thomaston at Thomaston H.S. Gymnasium at 5:30 p.m.

January 2 V Old Saybrook at home at 7:30 p.m. 2 JV Old Saybrook at home at 6 p.m. 4 V Cromwell at Cromwell High School at 7 p.m. 4 JV Cromwell at Cromwell High School at 5:30 p.m. 8 V Haddam-Killingworth at Haddam Killingworth HS at 7 p.m. 8 JV Haddam-Killingworth at Haddam Killingworth HS at 5:30 p.m. 11 V Old Lyme at home at 7:30 p.m. 11 JV Old Lyme at home at 6 p.m. 14 V Morgan at home at 7:30 p.m. 14 JV Morgan at home at 6 p.m. 17 V Portland at Portland High School at 7 p.m. 17 JV Portland at Portland High School at 5:30 p.m. 21 V East Hampton at home at 2 p.m. 21 JV East Hampton at home at 12:30 p.m. 28 V North Branford at North Branford High School at 7 p.m. 28 JV North Branford at North Branford High School at 5:30 p.m. 31 V Valley Regional at Valley Regional High School at 7 p.m. 31 JV Valley Regional at Valley Regional High School at 5:30 p.m.

February

1 V Valley Regional at Valley Regional High School at 7 p.m. 1 JV Valley Regional at Valley Regional High School at 5:30 p.m. 2 FR Morgan at Morgan HS at 9 a.m. 5 V Old Saybrook at Old Saybrook High School at 7 p.m. 5 JV Old Saybrook at Old Saybrook High School at 5:30 p.m. 6 FR Old Saybrook at 7 p.m. 8 V Cromwell at home at 7:30 p.m. 8 JV Cromwell at home at 6 p.m.

4 V Old Saybrook at Old Saybrook Gymnasium at 7 p.m. 4 JV Old Saybrook at Old Saybrook Gymnasium at 5:30 p.m. 7 V Cromwell at home at 7:30 p.m. 7 JV Cromwell at home at 6 p.m. 11 V Morgan at Morgan HS at 7 p.m. 11 JV Morgan at Morgan HS at 5:30 p.m. 13 V Haddam-Killingworth at home at 7:30 p.m. 13 JV Haddam-Killingworth at home at 6 p.m.

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January 5 V Shoreline Coaches Invitational at Floyd Little Athletic Center at 10 a.m. 7 V Shoreline Conference Meet #1 at Floyd Little Athletic Center at 4 p.m. 19 V HK Invitational at Floyd Little Athletic Center at 10 a.m. 25 V Shoreline Conference Meet #2 at Floyd Little Athletic Center at 4 p.m.

February 2 V Shoreline Conf Championship at Floyd Little Athletic Center at 10:30 a.m. 9 V Class S State Meet at Floyd Little Athletic Center at 10 a.m. 16 V State Open at Floyd Little Athletic Center at 12 p.m.

March V New England Championship at Reggie Lewis Athletic Center at 11 a.m.

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January 3 East Hampton - Boys at home / Girls away 8 Berlin - Boys at home / Girls away 10 RHAM - Boys away/ Girls at home 11 TEMS - Boys at home / Girls away 14 Cromwell - Boys away/ Girls at home (no JV games) 17 Woodrow Wilson - Boys away/ Girls at home 23 Colchester - Boys away/ Girls at home 24 East Hampton - Boys away/ Girls at home 29 Berlin - Boys away/ Girls at home 31 TEMS - Boys away/ Girls at home *Varsity games generally start by 3:30 p.m. Junior Varsity games start immediately after varsity games.

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Ackerman leads TOT to “B” Division softball crown TOT, with DiMartino and Oldham slamming one each. Six different batters had a double apiece during the season. Judson scored nine times, DiMartino eight and Evers seven. As in the past, Wayne Hubbard and Bob Edwards shared pitching duties. Veterans Jack Carr and George Miller joined the parade of fielders playing various positions during the year. Dynia and fellow oldhand Jon Cote were able to make a few games during the year. “It was really difficult this time, worse than in the past, with the lack of players coming to each game,” Ackerman said. “The ironic thing was that the one game that we had everyone show up

was the playoff game that no other team came to.” The team, as always, thanks Time Out Taverne owners Gary Carmichael and Jack and Karen Castiglione for their support this past season, as well as the core fans who came to each game to cheer them on.

We look forward to getting out again next year. * - Writer’s Note - Due to the lack of players during the year, records could not be kept for all games; statistics above represent player’s performances for 11 of 12 games.

Durham Thunder moves on The Durham Thunder fifth grade boys travel basketball team dropped its home opener to Valley of Deep River. Chris Onofrio led the Thunder with six points, while Nico Kulpik and Justin Penney added four points each. Derek Grant and Max Temple showed great hustle on the floor. The Thunder will be home Sunday, Dec. 9, at 2 p.m., vs. Haddam-Killingworth at Strong Middle School.

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The Time Out Taverne men’s 40 and over softball team overcame season-long adversity, as rookie manager Steve Ackerman courageously guided the Gray Wonders to their first championship in the Middlesex County League this past season, albeit in a lower division. Things started out on a confusing note, with manager Bob Dynia abruptly stepping down from managerial duties in April due to personal and work commitments. At first, Dave Oldham stepped up to take over the reins, but ran into personal and professional responsibilities of his own and could not continue. Ackerman, ably assisted by Wills Evers, took over three weeks before the season started. Throughout the campaign, TOT had trouble fielding a full team. The reasons were the same as in the past, with many players having other obligations. The 2012 season was especially problematic, with Ackerman having to consistently juggle lineups and fielding positions each game. The team had trouble all season scoring runs, averaging only about five per contest. The result was a winless season, with several games being out of reach by the first few innings. In order to present some parity in the seven-team league, the league commissioner decided to break the playoffs into two divisions. The top four teams (Mad Murphy’s, Café 66, Deep River and United Concrete) competed for the “A” Division title, with TOT, Higganum and Killingworth left to play for the “B” championship. As agreed to, the Coginchaug Elders arrived at Higganum’s “Brickyard” ball field ready to play on Sunday, Aug. 26, finding that the other teams did not bother to show up. By forfeit, TOT was anointed “B” Divi-

sion champions. In assessing available scorebook recordings for the year (*), the team had a record low .377 batting average for the year, with an onbase percentage of .412 and a slugging percentage of .429. Charlie Mather (.583) and Ken Judson (.516) were the only regulars batting over .500. Evers managed a .432 average, the only other regular to crack .400. In limited action, Dave Oldham batted .579 (11 hits in 19 at bats), with Bruce Bisson hitting .571 (8 for 14). Mather led the team with 21 hits; Evers and Judson had 16, followed by Russ Harrison and Steve DiMartino with 12. Judson had the team’s only home run. His two triples were tops for

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Big win for Durham Dunkers By Pam Carey Special to the Town Times In the annual Madison Thanksgiving Tournament, the seventh grade Durham Dunkers topped Madison to win the championship with a final score of 29-22. Madison came into the championship game undefeated while Durham came into the game as the lower seed, after three very competitive games against Cheshire, Cromwell and Madison. Durham players knew they would have to change their game strategy, since Madison

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with Madison and Guilford. The award is based on a combination of successes on the field during district and state tournament play, and contributions by the league in support of hosting tournaments and other district activities. District 9 had one of its most successful years in tournament play with three teams advancing to Section 2 championship games and one team reaching the Connecticut state finals. Coginchaug had a particularly strong year. The juniors softball team, coached by Helen Larkin, won the District 9 title, and the 11-year-old baseball team, coached by Ken Vallone, captured both District 9 and State Section 2 championships. Overall, Coginchaug teams finished 25-10 (0.714 pct) combined in tournament play during summer all-stars. Coginchaug also placed two teams in the majors District 9 fall tournament quarterfinals and one advanced to the semi-final game out of 30 teams overall. The combined records of CLL teams in the fall majors tournament was 7-4 (0.636 pct). CLL was offered host duties for three all-star tournaments in 2012, including pool play for 10-year softball, 11year baseball and 12-year baseball levels, along with district semis and finals for the 10- and 11-year-olds. A toSee League, next page

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tal of 31 games overall. CLL also hosted a total of 16 fall majors and minors baseball tournament games. It can be a real challenge to host so many tournament games in just a two-week window in early July. The task got harder in late June when District 9 moved the 10-year softball tournament from East Hampton to Durham due to a repaving of the lot at East Hampton School where Seamster Park fields are located. Suddenly there were four games to host each night instead of two. Fortunately the 10-year softball team kept it exciting, going 4-0 in the pool play before losing a close one in the semifinals 8-7 to Guilford. Scott Strang is VP of baseball for Coginchaug Little league.

Perk on Main recognized Perk on Main in Durham was a recipient of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s GreenCircle Award. This award recognizes businesses, institutions, individuals and civic organizations who have participated in energy conservation, transportation, pollution prevention or recycling related activities or projects that promote natural resource conservation or environmental awareness. According to the café’s website, Perk on Main buys fairly traded, organic and/or local products whenever possible; purchases 100 percent wind energy for its long-term sustainability; uses compostable and recyclable materials wherever possible; turns food waste into mulch.; provides filtered water to decrease the need for bottled water and donates coffee grounds to local gardens and farms; among other things.

Community supper Church of the Epiphany, 196 Main St., Durham, has scheduled a free community supper for Sunday, Dec. 9, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., in the church hall. The main meal will be prepared by Epiphany’s parishioners. Members of Notre Dame Church will provide desserts. Epiphany has sponsored the free suppers since March 2009 as an outreach program. Since then, other local churches and organizations have joined Epiphany in hosting or sponsoring the monthly event, which is open to the public. For more information, call (860) 349-9644.

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Scholastic achievements Lauren Davis, of Middlefield, was named to the first semester honor roll at Sacred Heart Academy. Kari Garvy, of Durham, was named to the first quarter honor roll at Cheshire Academy.

Mercy honor roll Mercy High School has announced the names of the following students as honor roll students for the fist marking period. High honors: Molly Breen, Catherine Kannam, Jennifer Kennedy, Kendra Landy, Olivia Marran, Ashley Mason, Caitlin McAuliffe, Gabrielle Pakech, Sara Richardson and Cassandra Santoro, of Durham; Victoria Conroy, Delia Ernst and Alice Ochterski, of Middlefield; Alexia Mazzotta and Mikayla Mazzotta, of Rockfall. First honors: Madeleine Dumas, Kerry Egan, Flannery Keenan, Jane Landy, Madison Marone, Isabella O’Keefe, Nina Peach, Brianna Sawicki and Mackenzie Scotto, of Durham; Tiffany Mangiameli, Stephanie Mangiameli, Mary Neidhardt and Elizabeth Smith, of Middlefield. Second honors: Kelly Brennan, Allyson Gelinas, Emily Houchin and Ashley Scotto, of Durham; Megan Rowe and Presley Termini, of Middlefield.

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Brewster School’s resident storyteller, Barbara Kiesel, visited the school recently to entertain kindergartners with Native American tales.

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Small distiller moves out of Durham By Laurie Rich Salerno Special to the Town Times

Elm City Distillery, a craft producer of spirits that started in Durham, has moved to Wallingford.

Eric Kotowski, a 30-year-old who runs the “grain-to-grass distillery” as a one-man show, is hoping to start producing and distributing his two marquee liquors, Velocipede Vodka and Nine Square Rye, at the

new 53 Capital Drive, Wallingford, location. Kotowski founded Elm City in 2009 and started producing in late 2010 after taking classes and going through some trialand-error to get the process

down and the flavor right. The new location gives the company more space and a better water supply for the distilling process, Kotowski said. The previous location had well water and the company

had to bring in water from the outside, but can now hook up to the town water supply in Wallingford. The new space is about 2,100 square feet, nearly twice the 1,200 square feet Kotowski had in Durham.

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