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Volume 55, No. 19

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — When the 1,200 people running the CTfastrak 15K passed through Newington Sunday, a second

wind came in the form of cheers and music.

The Hartford Marathon Foundation’s 9.3-mile race gave participants the chance to run the entire length of the Hartford-

to-New Britain busway, which opened at the end of March.

Runners made their way through New Britain, Newington, West Hartford and Hartford, but their experience in Newington was a

Newington High School’s marching band played to motivate runners of the CTfastrak 15k Sunday.

unique one.

Both the foundation and the Department of Transportation asked town officials to organize spectator activities at CTfastrak’s

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Letter: It’s time to recognize Armenian Genocide To the Editor:

As a son and grandson of survivors of the Armenian Genocide, I find Sabina Mamedova’s spewing of Turkish denial propaganda extremely offensive (Newington Town Crier, 5/1/2015).

Genocide is an international crime. The United Nations says genocide is defined in Article 2 of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide (1948) as “any of the following acts committed with intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial or religious group, as such: killing members of the group; causing serious bodily or mental harm to

members of the group; deliberately inflicting on the group conditions of life calculated to bring about its physical destruction in whole or in part; imposing measures intended to prevent births within the group; [and] forcibly transferring children of the group to another group.”

The term “genocide” itself was coined in 1948 by Raphael Lemkin, a Polish Jewish lawyer who escaped to the U.S. as the Nazis invaded Poland. Lemkin himself cited what the Turks did as an example of genocide.

Contemporary eyewitness testimony abounds about the Armenian Genocide. From American and foreign missionaries and diplomats living in historic Armenia, we learn

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Yet, because Turkey is an ally...

American presidents except for Ronald Reagan have not had the guts to call the events beginning in 1915 a genocide.

of the orders dispatched from the central government to expel the Armenian population from their ancestral towns and villages. We learn of the mass killings of male populations and the abduction of Armenian girls and young women into sex slavery. We learn of the deportations to the Syrian desert and the predations suffered by the deported. And we learn of such atrocities as Turkish soldiers slit-

ting the abdomens of pregnant Armenian women after wagering on the sex of the unborn child.

More than 20 nations have recognized the Armenian Genocide.

Lights at both the Eiffel Tower in Paris and the Colosseum in Rome went dark on April 24 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the genocide. When Pope Francis used the word genocide, Ankara recalled its ambassador to the

Vatican. And now, even Turkish citizens are beginning to acknowledge the crimes their antecedents committed.

Yet, because Turkey is an ally — albeit one whose government quietly supports ISIS — American presidents except for Ronald Reagan have not had the guts to call the events beginning in 1915 a genocide. It is time for our Congress and president to stop dancing to Ankara’s tune. And it is time for the Turkish government to call the killing of 1.5 million Armenians what it really is — genocide.

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Letter: Problems with CTfastrak To the Editor:

A few weeks ago, the Hartford Courant printed a multi-page story regarding the history of the busway, the costs associated with the project, the political jockeying for years to keep this project alive and the hopes and expectations that this system will bring to our corridor.

I have been against this project forever, and not because I am opposed to mass transit. I grew up in NYC and used mass transit exclusively for 25 years. In spite of its problems, they do a good job and move millions of people around every day.

Besides the astronomical costs involved for the building of this system and what it will cost to maintain, when you read some of the major points in this latest Courant article, you don’t know whether to “laugh or cry.”

According to the article, all passengers enter the front or rear of the bus, speeding up the process, and there is no need to show the driver that you have a paid ticket for the fare which you supposedly purchased through an electronic machine at the station. Right off the bat, does anyone see a prob-

lem with this business plan for collecting revenue? Obviously the authority sees a problem here, and in that same article it is pointed out that individuals will be hired as inspectors who will randomly ask people to prove that they have paid a fare to be on the bus. This is a public relations nightmare, as if we need any more in this state.

Perhaps, even more of an unbelievable strategy, or lack thereof, which was also described in the “Praise for CTfastrak” article appearing in the April 3, 2015, paper is the lack of parking spaces.

We have been repeatedly told throughout the PR campaign as to how much traffic could be removed off our highways if people would only give this mass transit system a chance. Anybody remember that statement? Yet the number of spaces as mentioned in the Crier — 45 at the Cedar Street Station and 28 at Newington Junction — has already proven to be inadequate.

In this same article, the DOT is quoted as saying that the need for on-site parking would be minimal.

Most riders would be dropped off or live within a close enough proximity to stations to walk or bike there. The article goes on to

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say that because the service was so popular in its first week, many potential riders were left with nowhere to park and, therefore, no chance to ride. Didn’t we plan on this being successful? The article then describes the frustration of people already driving to multiple stations trying to get a parking space.

To summarize the above: ∎ How were we planning to get so many cars off the highways when we built so few parking spaces? Did we think people were going to carpool first and then go to CTfastrak? ∎How many times do you think someone with an open mind is going to ever use CTfastrak when they run into this parking nightmare? ∎When the DOT commented that they expected people to walk, bike or be dropped off, what kind of study did they use to come up with this conclusion?

By the way, enough people are getting off the highways anyway as the residents of this state are getting out and moving in vast numbers.

Nick DeFrancesco Newington

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Giving a face to a name

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — Personal profiles of all 29 soldiers whose names are inscribed on the veterans memorial outside Newington Town Hall will soon be revealed.

For many years, attendees of the town’s Memorial and Veterans Day ceremonies have bowed their heads to honor these residents, who were killed while fighting overseas. Following tradition, Boy Scouts and Newington High School Key Club students carry red roses to the memorial as each name is read and a bell is tolled.

However, few among the crowd know specifics about the soldiers who gave their lives for their country.

This year, all that will change.

Police Detective and Command Sgt. Major Kenneth O’Brien, chairman of the Newington Memorial Day Parade Committee, and James Murphy Jr., vice chairman and U.S. Army retiree, made it their mission to find out as much as they could about these men.

Tireless research led Murphy to the Connecticut State Library, U.S. Military Overseas Cemeteries, the CT Adjutant General’s Office and beyond. He even located records at the town’s own Lucy Robbins Welles Library and Newington High School.

The pair compiled all they discovered in a pamphlet, which

features profiles and photos of the town’s deceased service members.

Information includes name, age, military rank, location and date of death and burial place, among other facts. Tom Porell, chairman of Boy Scout Troop 347, did the graphic design work for the booklet.

The Memorial Day Parade Committee created a booklet with personal profiles of the Newington men who died in wars.

Most entries contain photos, and they are listed in order of war, from World War I and World War II to the Korea and Vietnam.

There were no servicemen killed in either Iraq or Afghanistan.

“We hope it stays that way,” O’Brien said.

In World War II, however, a total of 16 Newington men perished.

“That really struck me,” said Murphy, who was only able to find several in high school yearbooks, since many quit school to join the

NEWINGTON POLICE BLOTTER Newington police report the following: David Solomon, 36, of 50 High St., New Britain, was charged April 25 with sixth-degree larceny and conspiracy to commit sixth-degree larceny.

Dean Bodak, 44, of P.O. Box 312, Hartford, was charged April 25 with breach of peace.

Coleen Youngbear, 35, of 347 Cherry St., New Britain, was charged April 26 with sixth-degree larceny.

Michael Tatro-Couture, 29, of 292 High St., Webster, Mass., was charged April 28 with two counts sixth-degree larceny and two counts conspiracy to commit sixth-degree larceny.

Benjamin Chase, 26, of 4 Suffolk Road, South Glastonbury, was charged April 28 with conspiracy to commit fourth-degree larceny.

Peter Caragher, 20, of 1739 Main St., was charged April 28 with criminal violation of a protective order.

Nathaniel Bryant, 36, of 108 Cottonwood Road, was charged April 29 with disorderly conduct, interfering with emergency calls, third-degree assault and threatening.

Elza Sarkisian, 19, of 7 Old Musket Drive, was charged April 29 with operating with a suspended license and possession of drug paraphernalia.

war.

During his investigation, he discovered one more resident who fought and died in World War I, bringing the town’s death toll to 30.

Private Charles Hoadley Tudor was killed Dec. 1, 1918, after serving in Army Company 1 of the Chemistry Research Division of the Ordnance Service. He was interred in the Spring Grove Cemetery in Hartford. He was just 23 years old.

“When you get older, the thing that really gets you is the age of these guys,” Murphy said.

While they would prefer soldiers’ great-grandchildren to carry each rose to the monument during the Memorial Day Ceremony, most died between the ages of 18 and 27, so they may not even have had any children yet.

“Maybe they might have a great nephew or niece out there,” said O’Brien, who hopes any descendants from the community will come forward.

“This booklet is still a work in progress,” Murphy explained. “We still want people who know a little more about these guys to help us add information.”

But their main objective is to gather more interest from the younger generation.

“Our fondest hope is to get the younger people more involved in everything we do,” O’Brien said.

The veterans memorial outside Newington Town Hall, where the names of the 29 residents killed while serving our country are inscribed.

That’s why the youth lead the rose ceremony and carry banners in the parade listing the servicemen.

“When we’re not here anymore, we want them to be able to continue this tradition,” Murphy added.

“Memorial Day is not just a day off from school when you get to have a barbecue; it’s a day to honor the 30 people from Newington who died.”

The 2015 Newington Memorial Day Parade will be held Saturday, May 23, at 10:30 a.m., and the ceremony will follow around noon.

Lt. Col. Francis Evon will serve

as master of ceremonies, and U.S. Army Captain Brendan Farrell will read the necrology.

The parade costs about $12,000 annually and is funded strictly by donations. Since funds are limited, the committee was not able to print enough booklets to pass out at this year’s ceremony. Anyone who would like to help is encouraged to send donations to The Newington Memorial Day Parade, Inc. at 131 Cedar St., Newington, CT, 06111. All checks can be made payable to the Newington Memorial Day Parade, Inc.

Byron applauds student achievement

State Rep. Gary Byron congratulates Newington student Erin Sobolewski on her Connecticut Water Works Association and Connecticut Section American Water Works Association scholarship.

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Lillian C. (Mascagni) Pabst Motto

Lillian C. (Mascagni) Pabst Motto, 103, died Friday, May 1, at Bel-Air Manor in Newington.

Lillian was a hard worker and helped her beloved husband, Martin P. Pabst, on their dairy farm in Kensington. Because of her generous spirit, she cooked for company and relatives who did not have as much as they did. After being widowed, she worked for a sewing company in New Britain and then landed the perfect job at Hart’s Bakery in Kensington. She loved working at the bakery and talking with the customers.

Twenty years after Martin died, she married Michael Motto and moved to New Britain.

Lillian is survived by her devoted daughter, Shiela P. Klapatch and her husband Robert of Kensington; her grandchildren, Dean R. Klapatch and his wife Robin of West Chicago, Ill.; Donna L. Jackman and her husband Jonathan of Avon; eight-great grandchildren, Lauren, Aaron, Nathan and Kellen Klapatch and Leah, Rachel, Miriam and Isaac

Jackman; as well as two nieces, Nancy Piscopiello and Dale McGlew. In addition to her husbands, she was predeceased by her sister, Irene Verrillo, and her brother, Andrew Mascagni.

Funeral services were held Wednesday at St. Paul’s Church in Kensington.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 1275 York Ave., New York, NY 10065, or to the New Britain Senior Center, 55 Pearl St., New Britain, CT 06051.

A feature story on Lillian’s life was printed in the April 17 issue of the Newington Town Crier and the May issue of CT Prime Time. To read it, visit centralctcommunications.com.

Sharing stories of Asylum Hill

The Town and County Club Community Relations Committee hosted a spring forum on April 28, “The Fabric of Asylum Hill: Songs and Stories from our Neighborhood,” focusing on the diverse population of the Asylum Hill neighborhood. From left, Wethersfield resident Judy Gough of Catholic Charities, Community Relations Committee Chair Sherry Brown and Don Shaw of Habitat for Humanity.

Newington residents Eric Christiana and Dawne Termini after Sunday’s CTfastrak 15K at the finish line in Hartford.

Over 1,000 come out to first CTfastrak 15K run

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

NEW BRITAIN — The city put on quite a show at the Hartford Marathon Foundation’s first-ever CTfastrak 15K Sunday, as the first-place male finisher and the only wheelchair racer participating both came from New Britain.

Along with nearly 1,200 others, they navigated 9.3 miles from the downtown New Britain station to Allyn Street in Hartford on what is normally a bus-only roadway.

Fittingly, male winner Jonas Hampton not only lives in New Britain, but is a highway design engineer at the Department of Transportation.

Hampton, 26, is originally from Pennsylvania and has run in races all over the country. He regularly uses CTfastrak’s multi-use recreational trail, which runs parallel to the busway from New Britain to Newington.

“I really like it; it’s a nice place to run,” he said. “I haven’t taken the bus yet, but I think I will be taking it to Hartford with some friends very soon to celebrate.”

Sunday’s participants had the option to park in Constitution Square in Hartford and ride a bus into New Britain for the race. Many took the opportunity,

including Carlos Quiles, a New Britain resident and the event’s only wheelchair racer.

Coming in at a time of 42 minutes and 45 seconds, Quiles, 34, clocked a pace of four-and-a-half minutes per mile.

“This course was ideal for wheelchair racing,” he said afterward, pointing out that the smooth, newly-paved track was easy to traverse by chair.

“This is my very first race of the season,” added Quiles, who has trained with the Hospital for Special Care’s Adaptive Sports Team for years and now mentors younger athletes in the program.

He rode the bus to the starting line Sunday morning, since the new buses have wheelchair-boarding technology. Marathon staff know Quiles, and they were ready to help him in along with his racing chair.

“When I pulled up here to the buses, they knew I was coming and they loaded my chair right in there,” he said. “I really enjoy Hartford Marathon races. They are always very accommodating.”

Another who rode the bus to the start was DOT Commissioner James Redeker. He used the opportunity to talk to people about their first impressions of CTfastrak, which began service at

the end of March.

“From early in the morning the whole busload was excited about it,” said Redeker, who only counted one traveler on his bus who had ridden before. “It was great to have a thousand or more people have this unique, new rapid transit experience for the first time.”

A quick poll before the race asked runners, “Do you want to do this again next year?”

Although it received a collective “Yes!” from the crowd, the DOT will be surveying participants to gather their thoughts on the event and the busway.

“This was a really unique experience, and we want to make sure we capitalize on it,” Redeker said.

“This was the only running course of its kind, and it puts us on the map nationally.”

After finishing, participants gathered at Hot Tomato’s Ristorante in Union Station for the awards ceremony, sweetened by complimentary pizza and beer.

“People seem very pleased with the event,” race director Beth Shluger said. “It was a terrific promotion to get people interested in CTfastrak.”

Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 801-5097, or eschmitt@ newbritainherald.com.

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At top, Newington High School student athletes cheer on runners of the CTfastrak 15K Sunday at the Cedar Street Station. At bottom, students participated in the CT Walk Against Hunger in Hartford.

Cedar Street Station, which marked the 5K point in the race.

It was also the location of the first relay transfer, since over 50 relay teams participated alongside single runners.

Newington High School Director of Athletics and Student Activities Chris Meyers recruited band members, spring sports athletes and artists to join in the fun. More than 70 gathered at the station early Sunday morning with fan gear in tow.

“We wanted to create a different feel than the other towns, something that really made Newington stand out,” Meyers said. “Students really did a great job in making sure they took ownership over the Cedar Street Station to put our best face forward.”

As runners neared the station, the sound of wind instruments mingled with the breeze. Members of the school’s marching band greeted them with song. One of the art students created a sign template with a blank line for fans to fill in the name of the specific team or contender they were rooting for. Others helped foundation volunteers man a hydration station for participants.

However, the 15K wasn’t the only event students helped out at Sunday.

“We made it part of a larger

community support day for the Newington athletic department,” Meyers explained.

Representatives from each of the school’s spring teams were at CTfastrak. After having lunch at the high school’s field house, their philanthropy continued into the afternoon. Baseball players headed to West Hartford to play with the Miracle League, a baseball team for kids with physical and intellectual disabilities. Other teams made their way to Hartford to join in the CT Walk Against Hunger.

“These student athletes are busy with practices and games six days a week, and they devoted their seventh day to give back and play the role of the active citizen,” said Meyers, who believes public schools can benefit from a service-driven approach.

“I think one of the core principles of education is often overseen,” he added. “It’s the responsibility of the education system to encourage citizenship, creating active members within their communities and societies. We showed yesterday how many ways you can make the place you live a better place for everyone else, and play an active role in bettering the lives of others.”

Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 801-5097, or eschmitt@ newbritainherald.com.

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Newington girls cast in TV pilot

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — Two young Newington residents have their first shot at being in a pilot episode for a prospective television show.

Nine-year-olds Addisyn Hamilton and Claudia Wilson were just cast into “Treeples,” the venture of a graduate student at the University of Connecticut.

Sarah Nolen, who started the project in pursuit of her Master of Fine Arts degree in UConn’s Puppet Arts Program, chose different young girls to feature in a trailer for the show, which follows “the adventures of everyday girls joining forces with a group of lively forest creatures to rid the woods of monsters.”

According to Nolen, Addisyn and Claudia’s interaction with the puppets during auditions was among the reasons why she chose them.

“Addisyn and Claudia both have great screen presence,” she said. “They are both curious and

interacted very well with a puppet during the audition.”

“Treeples” will premiere at the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry this fall, and from there it will be submitted to various television networks and film festivals.

“Treeples,” by Sarah Nolen, will premiere at the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry this fall.

“Hopefully it could grow up to be a full series,” Nolen said.

The girls are well on their way to acting in many other capacities, including at the Newington Children’s Theatre. Both have been on stage since they were just 5 years old.

“I like theater because I was

shy before I did it, and now I’m not shy being up on stage anymore, or talking to people,” said Addisyn, who attends the Noah Webster Magnet School in Hartford.

The NCTC productions she’s been a part of in the last year include “Seussical,” “Charlotte’s Web,” “The Wizard of Oz,” “Jungle Book” and the theater’s recent benefit show.

Claudia has also been in a variety of NCTC productions, and will exhibit another talent at Anna Reynolds Elementary School’s upcoming talent show.

“I also play guitar,” Claudia said. “I love music too.”

Claudia was “shocked” that she landed a part in “Treeples,” but Antonella, her mother, was not surprised.

“I like her to push herself,” she said. “She’s gaining more confidence now.” In fact, the slogan of “Treeples” is “Facing Your Fears Can Be An Adventure.”

The girls will learn a lot during filming, according to Nolen.

Addisyn Hamilton.

Claudia Wilson.

“It will be a quick introduction to another style of acting,” she said. “The structure is very different, and they will get to redo their scene multiple times, so learning how to deliver something different every time is a great skill to have.”

“I’m also hoping that ‘Treeples’ eventually goes on to become

a full series,” Nolen added.

“And that girls like Claudia and Addisyn will feel empowered to face their fears and know they can confront the hairiest of monsters.”

Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 801-5097, or eschmitt@ newbritainherald.com.

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Finishing touches on grad party nearly complete

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

monthly and fundraising since September 2014. Now that the big night is getting closer, they meet more frequently.

Project Graduation costs $25,000 to $30,000 and is funded strictly by donations.

“The fundraisers are different each year because we have different people on the committee,” Gagnon said.

This year, they sold butter braids, candy, pies and Pampered Chef items. Residents also “flocked” each other — a typical prank that involves adorning friends’ lawns with plastic pink flamingos.

On Sunday, May 17, the Students in Newington High School’s class of 2014 play games at the Project Graduation party.

2015 Project Graduation Golf Tournament will be held at the Indian Hill Country Club.

“That’s typically our biggest fundraiser all year,” said Gagnon. “It usually brings in around $10,000.”

The cost is $125 per person and includes lunch, dinner and a round of golf.

For those who want to only attend dinner, it begins at 5:30 p.m. and costs $40 per person.

The committee is also selling tee signs to promote businesses or congratulate students. They cost $50 for parents and grandparents, and $100 for businesses. To We so often hear our new residents say that the nicest part of living at register or for more information, visit Newington High School’s Cedar Mountain Commons is sharing each day with good friends. They website at hs.npsct.org. talk about carefree living with great activities and fine dining. And,their Send donations for Project families enjoy peace of mind knowing their loved ones can relax in a Graduation 2015 to Treasurer safe and beautiful setting. If you’ve been thinking about retirement Eileen Colonese, at 8 Raymond living, learn why Cedar Mountain Commons is considered one of the St., Newington, CT, 06111. nations’ premier rental continuum of care communities. Visit and Checks can be made payable to Newington High School Project discover the difference.

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NEWINGTON — Seniors at Newington High School will cross the stage at the Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford on Tuesday, June 16. After graduation, they will head back to town and celebrate until at least 5 a.m. at a huge party their parents have been planning all year.

Project Graduation plans are nearly complete, as the committee finishes crafting decorations and collects the last donations.

The all-night, post-commencement event gives students a chance to make lasting memories with their high school class in a substance-free environment.

It gives parents the peace of mind that their children will enjoy safe fun on what can otherwise turn into a dangerous evening.

“I think the kids are really going to enjoy it this year,” said Beth Gagnon, chairperson of the Project Graduation Committee.

Her son Kevin is a senior this year and she had another senior last year, so Gagnon is well-versed in party planning.

Last year’s theme was “Cruising into the Future,” and fathers built a huge cruise ship for students to play in. There were games, food and other activities, and one senior even won a real cruise vacation.

“This year’s theme is top secret,” Gagnon said. “It’s going to be really fun.”

One of the night’s highlights is always the raffle, when students get a chance to win cool prizes.

“We want each kid to get a raffle prize, but it depends on how much funding we have,” said Erica Schmitt can be reached at Gagnon, one of 25 parents on the (860) 801-5097, or eschmitt@ newbritainherald.com. class of 2015 committee.

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PETS OF THE WEEK SPECIAL TO THE TOWN CRIER

We have two dogs that must go home together, a female Labrador retriever mix ( Jesse, 1-year-old) and a male miniature short hair dachshund ( James, 4-years-old).

This adorable bonded pair can live in a single-family home or condo. They are well behaved and would be great pets for first-time dog owners. Jesse and James have not had much experience with children or cats, but they are willing to consider sharing their home with kids and cats that can be gentle and respectful of dogs.

Come and take these two out and feel the fun in the air as you

call for Jesse, James!

Inquiries for adoption should be made at the Connecticut Humane Society located at 701 Russell Road in Newington or by calling (860) 594-4500 or toll free at 1-800-452-0114.

The Connecticut Humane Society is a private organization with branch shelters in Waterford, Westport and a cat adoption center in the PetSMART store in New London.

The Connecticut Humane Society is not affiliated with any other animal welfare organizations on the national, regional or local level.

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NEWINGTON EVENTS SENIOR AND DISABLED CENTER NEEDS COMMUNITY’S EXPERTISE: The Newington Senior and Disabled Center is seeking National Accreditation for the third time. The center, located at 120 Cedar St., was the first in Connecticut to achieve this distinction from the National Council on Aging’s National Institute of Senior Centers (NCOA-NISC). The first step toward accreditation is to engage in a self-assessment process with a broad evaluation of operations and strategic planning. The center is seeking community members with expertise, experience or passion in the listed areas to assist in the evaluation. The time commitment is approximately eight to 10 hours over the course of three months.

The areas are governance, volunteer management, program development (enrichment, adult education, wellness, intergenerational, active living etc.), fiscal management, architecture and/ or interior design and transportation.

Call Dianne Stone at (860) 665-8768 for more information.

BIG K GIANT FLEA MARKET/CRAFT FAIR: The Kiwanis Club’s Big K Flea market will be open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday through June 28 at 39 E. Cedar St. Admission is $1. Free parking. Kids, free. Up to 70 vendors.

Charge for vendor space is $15. For more information, call (860) 839-1597 or (860) 594-4495.

NEWINGTON ART LEAGUE MAY 2015 MEETING: The May meeting of the Newington Art League will be Wednesday, May 13, at 6:30 p.m. at the Newington Senior and Disabled Center (Ceramics Room). The meeting is open

to the public and new members are always welcome. Guest artist Luciana Heineman will be demonstrating in watercolor. The league meets on the second Wednesday of September, October, November, March, April and May. Each meeting includes a brief business meeting followed by a demonstration in one of the visual arts. The league also holds a holiday party in December and a picnic in the summer. The league continues to hold open workshops for members Mondays 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and Tuesdays 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the league’s new location, 679 Willard Ave. These free workshops offer members an opportunity to paint in any medium and share the experience of other artists. The league holds an annual spring art show at the town hall in conjunction with the town wide art show, and also participates in the Newington Extravaganza, the Waterfall Festival and awards an annual scholarship to Newington High School Senior on Scholarship Night. Membership in the Newington Art League is open to all — both Newington residents and non-residents. For additional information visit the league’s website www. newingtonartleague.org or facebook page or contact Pat Tanger (860) 6665026.

HEALTH DISTRICT OFFERS FREE DENTAL CLEANINGS IN LOCAL TOWNS: Are you over the age of 60, live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield and are in need of a dental cleaning?

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SPRING TAG SALE: The Deming-Young Farm Foundation Spring Tag Sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 16 at the farmhouse on 282 Church St. Rain date is Saturday, May 23. There will be a large variety of items for sale including furniture, jewelry, household items, knick-knacks, tools, antiques and vintage items.

Here are a few highlights: a green painted wicker porch rocker from the 1930s-1940s, an antique gate-leg table, bar stools, a wooden school desk, bookcases, framed pictures, advertising and more WINE TASTING AND AUCTION OFFERS “SIP AWAY TO SUMMER”: St. Mary School in Newington has scheduled its annual Wine Tasting and Auction for Saturday, May 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the school, 652 Willard Ave. The popular event features a host of wine vendors offering samples of wines from all over as well as delicious appetizers and tapas (small plates) prepared fresh by a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. In addition to food and wine, there will be a varied selection of

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HISTORICAL SOCIETY & TRUST MEETING: Newington Historical Society & Trust will hold its Annual Membership Meeting and election of officers Sunday, May 17, at 2 p.m. at the Kellogg-Eddy House, 679 Willard Ave. Guest Speaker Jack Sherry will speak on, “A Visit with Ben Franklin” from 2:30 to 3:30 p,m. Following presentation, Sherry will make himself available for discussion and/or pictures. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcomed. (children-age appropriate) You do not have to be a member of the Historical Society to join us for the Annual Meeting and visit with very historical figure.

CEDAR MOUNTAIN COMMONS HOSTS OPEN HOUSE: An open house at beautiful Cedar Mountain Commons, a not for profit independent and assisted living community, will be held Sunday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Marie Pugliese, retirement counselor, will facilitate the event. Refreshments will be served. Cedar Mountain Commons is located at 3 John H. Stewart Drive.

For more information or to RSVP, call Marie Pugliese at (860) 665-7901.

To learn more about Cedar Mountain Commons, visit cedarmountaincommons.org. Cedar Mountain Commons, a department of Hartford Hospital, is a not for profit independent and assisted living community.

CALLING ALL MINIATURE COLLECTORS: The GFWC-Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club will have its beautiful doll house on display at the Miniatures Festival in Sturbridge, Mass., at the Host Hotel on Cedar Lake, 366 Main St. (Route 20). The festival runs Saturday and Sunday, May 30-31. Members of the club will be selling raffle tickets Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The winning ticket will be drawn at 1 p.m.

Winner must be present and responsible for transporting the doll house. The doll house was a gift to club members who work in the wood shop at the Newington Senior and Disabled Center. All rooms are totally furnished. Finishing the doll house was a labor of love for our members. Tickets are $5 for one or five for $20. Contact Jo at (860) 666-4371 or Joyce at (860) 667-2831 for additional information. All proceeds from this raffle will be used to support our local scholarships and community service projects.

SPRING POPS CONCERT: A Spring Pops Concert will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 31 at the Church of Christ, Congregational, 1075 Main St. Featured will be the senior, junior and handbell choirs, soloists and band. Music from “The Phantom of the Opera,” “The Lion King,” Gershwin’s greatest hits, “Ubi Caritas” by Paul Halley and more.

Music director is Peter Niedmann.

NEWINGTON LIBRARY For Adults and Teens (Unless noted in the program description, registration is required for all teen programs at the Adult Information Desk or by calling (860) 665-8700.)

NEWINGTON LIBRARY 5K CHALLENGE: This year marks the 19th running of the library’s annual road race which is scheduled for May 17.

Applications are available at the library and on the library’s webpage.

FRIENDS ANNUAL MEETING: Wednesday, June 10, 6 p.m. Save the date for the Friends of the Library Annual Meeting! This year we will have a special treat. It is the 100th anniversary of Frank Sinatra’s birthday. Central Connecticut State University Professor Gil Gigliotti will speak about Frank Sinatra’s life, music and more. More details to follow.

PEZ® CANDY: Monday, May 11, 7 p.m.

Come learn about the brand that has been inspiring and innovating since 1927. Shawn Peterson from PEZ Candy will talk about the history of the company and give an inside look at one of Connecticut’s sweets. Peterson has been collecting PEZ for 25 years and has written three books on the subject. He is the curator, historian

and “resident expert” on PEZ and is the general manager of its recently opened Visitor Center. Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

TEEN DUNGEONS & DRAGONS CLUB: Tuesday, May 12, 3 to 4:30 p.m. For grades 6 to 12. Join us to play this fun game and meet other players! No experience necessary. Registration required TECH 4 U: Thursday, May 14, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Do you need help downloading your eBook or searching for work on the Internet? For help with your specific technology questions, make an appointment for a 45–minute session with a Librarian. Stop by the Reference desk or call (860) 665–8700 and make your appointment today!

SECRET SUGARS: Thursday, May 14, 7 p.m. Join Nutritionist Melissa Tulisano for a shocking presentation on hidden sugars. Learn a simple trick to stop added sugar from sneaking its way into your healthy diet. Registration required.

MOVIES AND MORE @ THE LIBRARY: “INTO THE WOODS”: Tuesday, May 19, 1 p.m. A modern twist on several of the beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tales, intertwining the plots of a few

choice stories and exploring the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. Starring Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt and Johnny Depp. Running time is 125 minutes. Refreshments will be provided. Please pick up free tickets at the Adult Information Desk. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

FINDING HER WAY Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m. Female American artists, especially those working before 1945, had to navigate societal expectations of women’s domestic roles with their drive to be recognized as professionals. In Rena Tobey’s interactive session, participants will discover and closely examine paintings by several artists, who collectively paint a picture of changing attitudes during a pivotal growth period in American in history.

Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

TWITTER BASICS: Thursday, May 21, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Learn the basics of this popular social media platform!

Topics covered include @replies, direct messages, hashtags, and retweets/ reposts. Learn how to find people to follow, and search for information about your interests. Registration required.

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Wednesday, May 27, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Jewelry maker and business owner Kristen Romans will lead a workshop on How to Set Up and Run a Successful Etsy Shop. Kristen will teach you how to tap into the already booming marketplace of Etsy — a site similar to eBay, but with a narrower focus. Bring your questions, a notebook and a sense of adventure! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

BROWN BAG IT WITH A BOOK — DISCUSSION AND AUTHOR CHAT: Thursday, May 28, 11:30 a.m. Join us for a book discussion of “Midwives” by Chris Bohjalian. The author is scheduled to join us via Skype at noon.

Bring a brown bag lunch. Beverages and desserts will be provided. Please call to register before May 25. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Children’s Activities (Unless noted in the program description, registration is required for all Children’s programs in the Children’s Department or by calling (860) 6658720.

FAMILY STORYTIME: Every Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round. No

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SPANISH STORYTIME: Wednesdays, May 13, 20 and 27, and June 3, 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Hola! Join us for a fun–filled bilingual storytime for all preschoolers. Andrea LaSalle from ABC Amigos will lead us in songs and rhymes that will have us humming on our way home. No registration necessary. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

LET’S MAKE MUSIC TOGETHER: Tuesday, May 12, noon. Children ages 2–4 and a caregiver are invited to experience music together. We will sing, explore instruments and rhythm patterns, dance and more. Come join the fun! No registration necessary.

HALF DAY FUN: Tuesdays, May 12 and 26, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Join us for games and activities during your half day free time. No registration required. Just drop in. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

COZYTIME STORIES: Thursday, May 14, 4 p.m. Children in grades K through 2 should bring their favorite comfortable blanket or pillow and curl up around the fire for snacks and great stories. No registration necessary. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

ROCKY HILL EVENTS HEALTH DISTRICT OFFERS FREE DENTAL CLEANINGS IN LOCAL TOWNS: Are you over the age of 60, live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield and are in need of a dental cleaning?

If so, the Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD) has a service for you. In partnership with the North Central Agency on Aging and The Lodge at Cold Spring in Rocky Hill, CCHD is providing free dental cleaning clinics to individuals age 60 and over. These clinics will be held May 14 and 15, from 8:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at The Lodge at Cold Spring, 50 Cold Spring Road, Rocky Hill. Note that all patients registering MUST reside in one of the following towns: Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield. Donations are generously accepted for this service.

There is a limit of five patients per day, so reserve your spot by calling Lori DiPietro, health educator, at (860) 721-2824.

YOGA IS OFFERED AT WICKED Z DANCE & FITNESS: Wicked Z Dance & Fitness Studio, 412 Cromwell Ave., Rocky Hill, offers yoga classes. Michelle Lombardo, owner and licensed Zumba® Fitness instructor and AFAA certified group fitness instructor, is celebrating four years at the Rocky Hill location.

500 students pass through the doors on a weekly basis to enjoy the nearly 20 hourly classes that are offered for only a $7 drop in fee. To round out her students’ fitness program, yoga is offered two times per week by certified yoga instructors, Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. and Saturdays at 8:15 a.m. The yoga classes are for all body types and all skill levels and focus on increasing strength, balance, flexibility, circulation and mental focus.

For monthly-pass information and class schedule, visit www. wickedzfitness.com.

WETHERSFIELD EVENTS HEALTH DISTRICT OFFERS FREE DENTAL CLEANINGS IN LOCAL TOWNS: Are you over the age of 60, live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield and are in need of a dental cleaning?

If so, the Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD) has a service for you.

In partnership with the North Central Agency on Aging and The Lodge at Cold Spring in Rocky Hill, CCHD is providing free dental cleaning clinics to individuals age 60 and over. These clinics will be held May 14 and 15, from 8:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at The Lodge at Cold Spring, 50 Cold Spring Road, Rocky Hill. Note that all patients registering MUST reside in one of the following towns: Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield. Donations are generously accepted for this service. There is a limit of five patients per day, so reserve

your spot by calling Lori DiPietro, health educator, at (860) 721-2824.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY: Do you like to volunteer or know of someone who needs to fulfill community service hours? The Central Connecticut Health District is looking for volunteers from the towns of Newington, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield to help at the Household Hazardous Waste Collections, run by the Metropolitan District Commission (MDC). Two collections are scheduled in the District as follows: ; Saturday, June 27, Webb School, 51 Willow St., Wethersfield, CT 06109 and Saturday, Sept. 19, Stevens School, 322 Orchard St., Rocky Hill, CT 06067. The collections will begin at 8 a.m. and end at 1 p.m.; all volunteers are asked to arrive

by 7:30 a.m. Volunteers are needed to distribute information and to register vehicles as they arrive to dispose of items that should not be collected with the regular trash.

WETHERSFIELD SETBACK CLUB: Spring has finally sprung. Get out of the house and join us for a friendly game of setback. The Wethersfield Setback Club meets every Friday at Pitkin Community Center on Greenfield Street. New players age 55 and over are always welcome. Partners are not required, but a spirit for fun is mandatory. Setback games begin at noon, but come earlier to enjoy free refreshments. For additional information, contact Joe Mehan at (860) 258-0662.

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RENTERS’ REBATE PROGRAM: The application period for the Elderly & Totally Disabled Renters’ Rebate Program will continues through Oct. 1. To arrange for an appointment in our offices, call Wethersfield Social & Youth Services Department at (860) 721-2977 Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. For your convenience, members of the Social Services Staff will be at the following complexes to take applications: First Church Village, May 12, 8 a.m. to noon; Wethersfield Housing Authority, June 2, 8 a.m. to noon; Harvey Fuller Apartments, June 23, 9 a.m. to noon; Executive Square, June 30, July 21, July 28 — each date, 9 a.m. to noon; Lasher Court Apartments, Aug. 18, 9 a.m. to noon; Nathan Hale Apartments, Aug. 25, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.)

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ARTIST’S BOOKS ON DISPLAY: Wethersfield resident Charlotte Hedlund’s collection of artist’s books is on display during the month of May at the Wethersfield Library. An artist’s book is a medium of artistic expression that uses the form or function of “book” as inspiration. It is the artistic initiative seen in the illustration, choice of materials, creation process, layout and design that makes it an art object.

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SECOND SATURDAY CINEMA: Second Saturday Cinema at Wethersfield Library meets May 9 for a 1:30 p.m. showing of Howard Hawks’ 1940 film, “His Girl Friday” starring Rosalind Russell and Cary Grant. A newspaper editor uses every trick in the book to keep his ace reporter ex-wife from remarrying. 92 minutes. Second Saturday Cinema is free and open to the public. Registration is not required. For information, call the Library at (860) 257-2811, or visit the library.

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Tuesday, May 19, at 6:15 p.m. at the library for a free showing of “Get On Up” starring Chadwick Boseman, Nelsan Ellis and Dan Aykroyd. Directed

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WETHERSFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY EVENTS History Day for Families/Heritage Weekend: Saturday, May 23 — Revolutionary War reenactors and horses from the Second Continental Light Dragoons, Sheldon’s Horse (founded in Wethersfield in 1776) and Doughty’s Artillery will be encamped at the Keeney Center.

They will participate in the Town’s time-honored Memorial Day Parade at 9 a.m. and then return to the grounds of the Keeney Center with demonstrations and the firing of the canon. In addition, maritime reenactors will be at the Cove.

The Wethersfield Museum at the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center, the Cove Warehouse Maritime Museum and the Hurlbut-Dunham House next to the Keeney Center will be open for free tours.

Call 860.529.7656 or visit www. wethersfieldhistory.org for more information.

Cove Warehouse and Hurlbut-Dunham House Open Weekends: May 23 through Oct. 4 Saturdays and Sundays, from 1 to 4 p.m. our Cove Warehouse Maritime Museum (Cove Park in Old Wethersfield) and Hurlbut-Dunham House (212 Main St.) will be open. Free admission.

Call (860) 529-7656 or visit www. wethersfieldhistory.org for more information.

Walking Tours All Summer! Join us for the following tours. All tours are $5; free to members. Reservations recommended. In the event of rain, tours are cancelled. Call (860) 5290-7656 or visit www. wethersfieldhistory.org for more information.

Burying Ground Tours: Learn about gravestone carvers and customs as well as stories of some of the people buried there. Meet at the red barn in the First Church parking lot. Thursday, June 25 at 1 p.m.; Saturday, June 27 at 10 a.m.

Prison Walking Tour: Learn about the CT State Prison that used to stand on the shores of the Wethersfield Cove. Meet at the Solomon Welles House, 220 Hartford Avenue. Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m.

2015 House Tour/CT Open House Day: Wethersfield Historical

Society’s much-loved House Tour returns in 2015 and will be held in conjunction with Connecticut Open House Day, Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendees will have the privilege of viewing some of Wethersfield’s most beautiful homes, ranging widely in styles and eras. For $30 for an advance ticket (until 4 p.m. Friday, June 12) or $35 at the door, visitors can enjoy a tour of six homes. Advance ticket holders may start the tour at any of the homes. For attendees buying tickets at the door, the tour starts in the Wethersfield Museum at the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center where guests will receive a voucher to tour each site and a map of where the homes are located. Tickets to the Patron Cocktail Party with open bar and gourmet appetizers can be purchased for $75 online or at the Old Academy, 150 Main St., Wethersfield. Many thanks to our 2015 House Tour Sponsor Coldwell Banker Real Estate of Wethersfield.

For Connecticut Open House Day all of our properties are open free of charge noon to 4 p.m. and the Wethersfield Museum is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (860) 529-7656 or visit www.wethersfieldhistory.org for more information.

Keeney Koolers free outdoor concerts: This year’s free outdoor concerts will be held on the front lawn of the Keeney Center and will be Tuesday evenings June 30, July 7, 14 and 21 at 6:30 pm and will feature some great new bands as well as some old favorites. As always, our summer concerts are free to the public and attendees are welcome to bring food and drink to enjoy. Call 860.529.7656 or visit www.wethersfieldhistory.org for more information.

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NEWINGTON — If the key to running a successful business is the ability to recognize areas for growth before the competition, then Ed Ingalls, second-generation owner of Newington Electric Company, is the key master. In three short years, he has created three successful subsidiaries to his family’s core business: CT Electric Car, CT Home Generator Systems and CT Generator Repair. Now this pioneer will unveil Connecticut’s first comprehensive generator showroom and sophisticated service center in May. In addition to offering numerous standby and portable generators, the service and repair center will specialize in generator repairs, maintenance, factory recall and factory warranty work for Generac power systems.

Customers will have the choice to drop their generator off at the repair center or schedule a home pickup and delivery for ultimate convenience. An Electric Vehicle (EV) charging station showroom is also planned to open in July, offering the latest in electric car charging station options available to the public and municipalities.

“This isn’t your typical industrial showroom, as we’ve created a comfortable indoor backyard area complete with grass for families to come and see the many different types of generators from which to choose,” said Ingalls. “I want the customer to see exactly what the generator will look like in a realistic backyard setting with both portable and standby units.”

After the October 2011 surprise storm created unprecedented demand for home generators, Ingalls immediately launched a separate generator division, predicting continued demand by homeowners who now consider a generator a necessity.

The expansion of Newington Electric Company and its subsidiaries began more than a year ago with a construction of a new 12,000-square-foot space located at 72 Pane Road in Newington.

The facility is nearly three times larger than the former location.

In November 2013, the company hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony with legislators, officials and community leaders involved in the EV industry to encourage

From left, state Senator Paul Doyle, state Rep. Tony Guerrera, Newington Mayor Stephen Woods, DEEP Commissioner Dan Esty, Ed Ingalls, owner of Newington Electric, and state Rep. Richard Lopes celebrated the future expansion of Newington Electric and its subsidiaries at a ribbon cutting ceremony in 2013.

state residents to consider purchasing an EV. The parking lot offers complimentary, Level Two EV charging stations for anyone needing a quick, free charge.

Ingalls had the foresight to create CT Electric Car just as EVs were entering the market.

CT Electric Car has already played a key role in the state’s initiative to make Connecticut an EV-friendly state by installing several municipal charging stations in high-profile locations.

Although Newington Electric Company was already one of the state’s largest Generac generator dealers for more than 20 years, the expansion into the new facility allows for a one-of-a-kind, in-house authorized factory warrantee service and repair center for Generac generators with highly-trained and certified Generac technicians. The final step is the creation of an interactive, realworld showroom.

To celebrate the completion of the new corporate headquarters, the company will host a Grand Public Open House event in late May. The investment in a first-class showroom solidifies Ingalls’ commitment to both the generator and EV charging divisions.

CT Home Generator Systems’ main focus will be on the installation of residential standby generator systems, as well as education of its customers on the choices they have when deciding on a home generator system that’s most suitable for their current situation, specifically taking into consideration the customers’ needs, requirements, concerns and physical limitations. Together with its in-house repair facility and fleet of service vehicles, CT Home Generator Systems will now be offering unsurpassed statewide customer service.

“As more people buy home generator systems, I’m hoping that we will be their go-to installer, repair and service provider,” said Ingalls.

“We pride ourselves on providing impeccable service and technical expertise that homeowners across the state can rely on when purchasing new systems or needing repair work.”

CT Home Generator Systems is a full line dealer for Generac residential and commercial standby products, as well as a full line of portables. It is the only factory-authorized warranty repair and service center for Generac generators in the state that offers convenient pickup and delivery service to one’s home or business. For more helpful information on home generator systems, safety and installation, visit CTHomeGeneratorSystems. com or call 855-667-4819.

Beyond providing qualified professional installation by

trained licensed electricians, CT Electric Car also offers solid, firsthand information about electric car charging stations. CT Electric Car specializes in the installation and wiring of residential, commercial and municipality car charging stations. The company is licensed in the state of Connecticut by the Department of Consumer Protection and holds an unlimited electrical contracting license.

Newington Electric Company is the parent company of Connecticut Home Generator Systems. Newington Electric offers statewide electrical contracting services specializing in commercial and residential electrical service and repairs. It is a second-generation company founded in 1958 by Richard Ingalls and is now owned and operated by his son, Edward Ingalls. For more information visit newingtonelectric.com or call (860) 667-4819.

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Newington softball takes down Berlin behind slam

By MATT STRAUB STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — The Newington softball team rode a good start all the way past Berlin on Monday, May 4, taking a 6-1 win.

Kat Lagace hit a grand slam with two outs and two strikes in the first, turning an inning which was a pitch from becoming a waste into one which gave the Indians the room they needed.

Berlin had nine hits but couldn’t turn them into runs, falling to 7-3. Newington is now 8-2.

Vinal Tech 7, Goodwin Tech 6: The Gladiators gave up four in the seventh for a walk-off

loss. Yarelis Luciano triple in the game for Goodwin Tech (3-9).

Southington 5, Bristol Central 0: Kendra Friedt threw a no-hitter and Benna Saranpieis had a big hit as Southington won its 55th straight.

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Berlin 5, Conard 2: Alec Norton and Logan Taricani had back-to-back homers during Berlin’s five-run sixth which erased a 2-0 deficit.

Jared Zima and Cody Libby each had two hits for Berlin, now 6-4 on the season.

Southington 14, Maloney 13: In the game of the day, the Blue

Knights overcame seven errors to pick up a victory. Garrett Gugliotti, Brett Shaw and Liam Scafariello all doubled for Southington, now 8-1.

Bristol Eastern 4, Newington 2: Ben Maycock doubled, but the Lancers scored six unearned runs to steal the win.

New Britain 11, Bulkeley 1: Lewis Robinson and Tyler Gibbs doubled, as did Bryan Padilla for the Hurricanes while Elvin Silva had two hits and drove in three.

Goodwin Tech 26, Vinal Tech 4: Manuel Sanchez had three doubles in the Gladiators’ romp.

Plainville 10, Hall 5: Mike Munson hit a grand slam as Plainville earned its eighth win

of the season, which qualifies the Blue Devils for the state tournament for the 39th consecutive season. Brett Snowden earned the victory.

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win the Avon Invitational. Tim Welles had a 75, Noah Hedberg 78 and Ben Weyman 79 in the victory.

Plainville 177, Bulkeley 268: Nick D’Amico won the medal for Plainville with a 38.

GIRLS GOLF Farmington 5, Newington 2: Ron Abraham had a win at first Berlin 170, Newington 214: singles in the loss for the Indians.

Conard 6, New Britain 1: Julia Kemmling’s 38 helped beat Travis Brown earned New the steadily improving Indians.

Britain’s only point.

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Conard 3, Wethersfield 0: Newington wins Avon Invite: Tyler Godlewski had four kills The Indians got a 3-over 75 from and five digs in the loss for the Jake Hedberg at Blue Fox Run to Eagles, now 1-9 this season.

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