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Breaking down barriers Sled hockey team overcomes disabilities on the ice
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eliminating the grassy area and large planter containers (both which waste valuable space) between library parking and Town Hall parking. Rebuild the gymnasium and expand it to the east by eliminating both the east entrance and paved area which serves no purpose. Add a second story over the present Town Clerk’s office for more space. Finally, consider some solar energy on south facing roofs. Gary E. Bolles Newington
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master of ceremonies for the last 11 years. NEWINGTON — If a glass “I have been a part of the event of wine and a piece of chocolate since the beginning, and I think sounds appealing, you’re in for a the community involvement is so treat this weekend. incredible,” Braga added. This popular pairing will be the The wine tasting comes courstar of the show Saturday, Nov. tesy of the Hidden Vine Wine 22, at the Newington Chamber of Bar & Bistro, a popular Italian Commerce’s 11th Annual Silent eatery tucked into Constitution Auction, Wine Square behind Tasting and Main Street. Chocolate Restaurant Challenge staff are highly held at the knowledgeable Crowne Plaza in all things in Cromwell. wine, since The evening they’ve underwill begin at gone training 6:30 p.m. with a to learn more preview of over about food 200 auction pairings. items, which Attendees have been will also get to KATHY BRAGA donated by sample more Middlewoods of Newington area businesses, than half a director organizations dozen chocand residents. olate desserts Bidding will follow at 7 p.m. during the Chocolate Challenge, This year’s selection includes which pits local pastry chefs against gift certificates to local restaurants one another. Among entries will and businesses, tickets to museums, be a Greek chocolate parfait from shows and games, vouchers for Cavo’s Restaurant. trips, sports memorabilia and gift After people have had their fill of items. While sweet teeth will be in chocolate and wine, the challenge abundance Saturday, true devotees winner will be announced at 9:30 can bid on a special entry from p.m. Friendly’s Restaurant: a free sundae No need to feel guilty about every week for one year. over-indulging, since funds raised “We have everything under through the event go to benefit the sun — something to appeal Newington High School students to anyone and everyone,” said through the Chamber’s scholarship Middlewoods of Newington program. Director Kathy Braga, who has The Crowne Plaza is also offerserved as event chairperson and ing event attendees who wish to
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“I have been a part of the event since the beginning, and I think the community involvement is so incredible.”
Free suicide prevention training available SPECIAL TO THE HERALD
A free Suicide Prevention Training session for Newington residents will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3 (snow date, Dec. 4) in the Community Room of the Lucy Robbins Welles Library. Q — Question the person about suicide. Do they have thoughts? Plans? Don’t be afraid to ask. P — Persuade the person to
get help. Listen carefully. Then say, “Let me help,” or “Come with me to find help.” R — Refer for help. If a child or adolescent, contact any adult, or call the resource numbers provided. Register via email via kgagliardi@newingtonct.gov or call (860) 665-8590 by Wednesday, Nov. 26. Limited class size. Sponsored by the Newington Department of Human Services.
Gift baskets will be among auction items at the 11th Annual Silent Auction, Wine Tasting and Chocolate Challenge.
spend the night a special rate of $99 per room. To book overnight accommodations, call Julie at (860) 635-2000. Tickets cost $35 per person ahead of time, $300 for a table of 10 and $360 for a table of 12. They are $40 each at the door. To reserve tickets, call the Chamber’s office at (860) 666-2089.
IF YOU GO What: 11th Annual Silent Auction, Wine Tasting and Chocolate Challenge Where: Crowne Plaza, 100 Berlin Road, Cromwell When: Saturday, Nov. 22, at 6:30 p.m. Cost: Tickets at the door are $40 per person
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WILLIMANTIC — Kevin Kobelski, who graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University in 1993, was named the Wethersfield School District’s 2014–15 Teacher of the Year. Kobelski has been a physical education teacher at Hillcrest Elementary School in Wethersfield for 10 years and worked at the Webster Hill School in West Hartford before
that. He says his ultimate goal is to become an athletic director, but is too passionate about his current job and his students to realize that dream that right now. Kobelski was recognized for his ability to get his students to think about physical education in new and exciting ways. He emphasizes the importance of movement by explaining that there are a variety of ways to move and that all of them will contribute to health
and fitness. Despite that fact that he is a big sports fan, Kobelski said, “I’m not here to produce a basketball player or a football player. I’m here to produce a student who is physically educated.” Young children are still learning about health and fitness, and Kobelski urges them to be creative and determine what works best for them personally, even if it is new territory.
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On Monday, Nov. 10, St. Mary School held its first Veterans Day program to honor those who have served and continue to serve. Sgt. Dan O’Connor brought his restored 1944 World War II Jeep to the school, and the children were all given a chance to explore this piece of history. Later, a program was presented by the students which included artwork, essays, prayers and music. Veterans who were relatives of the students attended, as well as veterans from the parish and the Newington community.
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Sled hockey stars put skill, determination on display Continued from Page 1
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At top, members of the Connecticut Wolfpack sled hockey team gather in between periods with coach Pat Carney. At bottom, a New Jersey Freeze sled hockey team player digs the puck out of the corner of the ice.
The NESHL is a nonprofit organization established in 2005, the first-ever organized, multi-state, adult sled hockey league in the U.S,, with teams from Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland, Vermont and Pennsylvania. The Connecticut Cup was sponsored by the Hospital for Special Care. HSC’s sports and community manager, Janet Connolly, said organizers hope to make the tournament an annual event. “We want to showcase these sports and these athletes,” she said. “We’re very pleased to be able to help do that.” For Pat Carney, who coaches the
Connecticut Wolfpack and who has been around the team and the sport for 12 years, said he’s never stopped being amazed by what he sees each time his group takes the ice. “Part of what we are trying to do here is break down the barriers that exist between what we call the sit down athletes and the stand up athletes,” he said. “But this is also about team building and building confidence. I’m absolutely amazed every day. These people are nothing short of amazing.” The U.S.A. Warriors, from Washington, D.C., were crowned the inaugural Connecticut Cup champions.
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NEWINGTON POLICE BLOTTER Mark Hill, 44, of 34 Park Place, New Britain, was charged Sept. 30 with sixth-degree larceny. Julio Barreto, 42, of 5 Victory Way, was charged Oct. 1 with violation of conditional discharge. Francisco BarrazaWintringham, 48, of 136 Cedar Ridge Road, was charged Oct. 1 with disorderly conduct. Anthony Bordonaro, 26, of 27 Birch St., was charged Oct. 3 with driving under the influence. David Lajeunesse, 47, of 20 Coolidge Ave., was charged Oct. 3 with criminal attempt to commit first-degree assault, risk of injury to a minor, unlawful restraint. Tiffany Hubrins, 25, of 7 Penn Place, Rocky Hill, was charged Oct. 4 with driving the wrong way on a divided highway and driving under the influence. William Seymour, 34 of 69 Patton Drive, New Britain, was
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Town prepares for holiday drive By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
N EW I N GTO N — Thanksgiving turkeys and all the trimmings went out to financially-strained Newington families Thursday, and the town’s Department of Human Services is now preparing for its holiday gift program. The number of people reaching out for help this year is Truckloads of gifts and food fill Town Hall after the Stuff-A-Cruiser event, done through the Department of Human Services. significantly higher than last year according to human services staff, who are hoping those who do now b elry w u have the means to give will donate e y j i n g g jewel llin e s gifts to the cause. w r y no There were 420 households that benefited from the annual distrinow in bution last year, but Human S e r v i c e s Coordinator Becker’s has a great selection of Vintage, Estate 3311 berlin turnpike and Contemporary jewelry, including earrings, C a r o l necklaces, rings and bracelets. You will be between target & best buy LaBrecque surprised at the savings as all items are OF WEST HARTFORD expects there to half the price of new! Mon-Fri 10-6, sat 10-4, sun 11-4 1-888-BECKERS | www.beckers.com be over 450 this December. “For many households, the gifts they get from us are the only gifts they are going to give their children,” she explained. It’s an especially welcome relief for those who may never have needed the help before, but are now struggling to make ends meet. “I think the economy is still fragile. We’re still seeing a lot of long-term unemployment,” said Karen Futoma, director of human Visit our services. But it’s not just young families who need the assistance — it’s • Large selection of also a lot of older adults on fixed Old World Ornaments income who can’t contend with • Willow Tree Angels the rising cost of regular expenses. “In the past, they’ve been too • Yankee Candles prideful to participate but are • Woodstock Chimes now realizing that every little bit & other unique gift items helps,” LaBrecque said. The Newington Police Open Department’s Annual StuffMon-Fri. 9-5 a-Cruiser Drive benefits the Saturday 9-5 program, contributing an abunSunday 10-4 dance of gifts for young children in town, but adults and older children are often left out. 1616 Willard Ave., Newington, CT (860) 667-1158 “That’s really our area of emphasis right now,” Futoma said. “We give to every member of the
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household, no matter what age.” Residents have always been very generous, with schools, businesses, civic clubs, Girl and Boy Scouts mobilizing to hold gift drives for the cause. “We feel very fortunate in Newington that every group gets involved in our holiday distribution,” Labrecque said. “It’s really become a community-wide effort.” It all culminates Dec. 16 throguh 18, when families come to Town Hall to pick up gifts, and deliveries are made to the homebound. Good choices for adults and teens include gift cards, gift baskets, clothing, je welr y, games, books and small appliances. Another option is to sponsor a family, accommodating a request from each member. Items are generally in the $30 range. Kids can help by making holiday cards or stockings for the homebound. Volunteer assistance is also appreciated, as staff need extra hands to organize donations, answer calls, write thank-you notes and assist with distribution. Anyone interested in donating or sponsoring an individual or individuals are asked to contact Carol LaBrecque at clabrecque@ newingtonct.gov or (860) 6658595. While the department doesn’t offer a holiday meal to families, staff try to stock the food bank with canned hams and other seasonal nonperishable goods. Paper goods, hygiene and cleaning products are always in short supply and also appreciated. For those who wish to pass along some holiday cheer, gift donations can be dropped off before Friday, Dec. 12, at Newington Town Hall, 131 Cedar St. Food donations are encouraged at any time. Regular office hours are Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
An estimated 450 families will benefit from the annual holiday gift program this year.
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Stuff-A-Cruiser a constant community effort STAFF WRITER
NEWINGTON — Generosity is not something Newington residents give lightly. Take their annual Stuff-ACruiser Toy and Food Drive, which benefits needy families in town through the human services department’s holiday gift distribution, for instance. During last year’s eight-hour stint in front of Walmart, shoppers and others donated over 3,000 items to the cause, making the holidays more joyous for approximately 400 families. Human Services staff expect there to be nearly 450 households in need of some seasonal sparkle this year. Despite this increase, their neighbors are unlikely to let them down, according to event organizers. The 10th Annual StuffA-Cruiser Drive is coming up Saturday, Dec. 6, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Walmart, 3164 Berlin Turnpike in Newington.
IF YOU GO What: 10th Annual Stuff-A-Cruiser Toy and Food Drive Where: Walmart, 3164 Berlin Turnpike, Newington When: Saturday, Dec. 6, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“You are down and out on your luck and suddenly you have 10 things to bring home for your kids,” Newington Police Sgt. Will Jordan said of the relief parents feel when they pick out gifts for their children during distribution days mid-December. He took on the task of organizing the annual drive along with Sgt. Christopher Perry 10 years ago, when Officer John DiNardi retired. DiNardi started the event four years before on a much smaller scale, unloading a few hundred dollars worth of gifts in Town Hall. When he retired, the efforts went by the wayside for a few years before Jordan and Perry, both community service officers at the time, resurrected the event. But they wanted DiNardi to be a part of the magic he brewed, so they asked him to play Santa Claus to delight people passing through. “He says, ‘You know what Will? I would love to come back and give my time to the community,’” Jordan remembered. Since then, Stuff-A-Cruiser has spiraled into Stuff-a-Truck and Stuff-A-School, with Newington students and Boy Scouts holding their own gift drives to help out. After a flurry of donations and helping hands, Jordan expects to break through the 25,000 mark this year in items donated over the last decade. “That number is pretty amazing because all of these things go
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The large group of volunteers who collected over 3,000 donations at last year’s Stuff-a-Cruise Toy and Food Drive, which benefits needy families in town.
to Newington families,” he said. “The more successful the event is, the more items each family gets. It’s become so popular that they have stuff leftover to give people birthday presents.” A large group gathers to collect donations, including police officers and their children. Public Market, an Italian market and deli on New Britain Avenue owned by the Lenares family, donates a six-foot-long grinder to feed
volunteers. This year, Berlin Pizza will also donate pies to the group, and the Police Benevolent Association will provide hot chocolate and coffee. However, the police aren’t the only town workers who make the day a success. There’s also Billy Califano, a highway department employee who hangs signs around town publicizing the event. While lots of town residents
contribute, one couple makes a particularly impressive donation every year. Beginning the day after the event, up until the day before it the following year, Elena and John York stockpile a few carloads worth of new toys and food to drop off. While they don’t do it for the recognition, the Yorks received the town’s community service award a few years ago for their continued generosity. “My father said you always have to give back to the community you’re in,” John York said of the reason he and his wife first got involved a decade ago. “With this type of program, you know exactly where your donations are going; you’re helping local people,” he added. For those who have been on the receiving end of the program, there’s no satisfaction equal to someday passing along the favor. “We see people who used to be on the list saying, ‘Now that I’m doing better, I want to donate something,’” Jordan said. “It’s just Newington helping Newington.”
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On Friday, Nov. 14, the Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club (GFWC) gathered to make baby blankets for Connecticut Children’s Medical Center - NICU. The club has been making these blankets since 2006 and its total is 1,000 plus. The club invites all women in the Newington/Wethersfield area to join members at its next meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Newington Senior/Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St. at 6:30 p.m.
With the holidays upon us, the heat is being turned on and we are spending more time with the ones we love in the warmth of our homes. As we prepare to venture into a season of colder weather, the Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD) is urging residents to keep in mind the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless gas that can be fatal. The symptoms of CO mimic the flu, including headache, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, vomiting or loss of consciousness. The effects of CO poisoning can vary with age and overall health of the individual, as well as how long they are exposed to the toxic gas. If several members of a household experience these symptoms while at home and then feel better when they leave the home, it is a good indicator that there is a dangerous level of CO in the home. These issues are usually caused by malfunctioning furnaces, improperly placed portable generators and charcoal grills being used indoors. According to the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH), CO detectors are especially important given the number of CO poisoning cases reported during the four major storms the state experienced in the past three years. Between 1999 and 2010 alone, a total of 5,149 deaths from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning occurred in the United States, an average of 430 deaths per year. To prevent CO poisoning, portable generators should be placed outside and at least 20 feet from the home, and should never be used in enclosed spaces such as porches, carports, garages or basements, even if the doors and windows are opened. Opening windows and doors will not be
enough to release all of the built up CO levels. CCHD recommends the following safety tips to ensure CO poisoning: ∎ Get out of the house immediately if you or your family has sudden and unexplained onset of symptoms of CO poisoning, including vomiting, dizziness, nausea, headache, fatigue or loss of consciousness. ∎ Install a carbon monoxide detector near all sleeping areas. Be sure to replace all batteries at least once a year and replace the detectors every five years. ∎ Have your heating systems, chimney flues, gas appliances and generators checked, cleaned and serviced every year, as needed, by qualified heating/ appliance contractors. ∎ Be sure to use gasoline-powered equipment outside and away from doors, windows or air intake vents. ∎ Only use grills outdoors. ∎Never use portable generators, pressure washer machines or other gasoline-powered equipment (including tools) in your home, basement, garage, carport or other enclosed spaces. Always make sure that generators are at least 20 feet from your home. For more information about CO poisoning, visit the CT DPH Environmental & Occupational Health Assessment Program at www.ct.gov/dph/co, or by calling (860) 509-7742. The Connecticut Poison Control Center can be reached by calling 1-800-2221222. Further information about carbon monoxide or any other public health related issue can be directed to the Central Connecticut Health District, serving the towns of Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield, by calling 860-721-2822 or by visiting our website at www.ccthd.org.
Between 1999 and 2010, a total of 5,149 deaths from carbon monoxide poisoning occurred in the U.S., an average of 430 deaths per year.
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an ice-breaking ceremony,” said Bongiovanni, who requested a needs analysis from the town. “We need to get a good idea of where we are and what the needs are for the various departments.” Focus groups were held last week to collect information from 40 residents who expressed an interest in the project. To facilitate group discussion, the town hired Wethersfield-based firm Decision Point, LLC, which will present a report to the council and committee in the near future. “Because of the results of the last referendum, we really need to start over from scratch, look at the will of the public and follow their wishes,” said Nagel, who added that he would not vote in favor of building a new structure in the park or in any open space. The committee was urged by Mayor Steve Woods at their first meeting to not consider a new site this time around, since voters expressed their distaste of that already. “We’re looking at redoing Town Hall within the confines of present Town Hall territory,” Nagel explained. “At the moment, there are no recommendations to put a separate community center anywhere and definitely not in Mill Pond Park.”
NEWINGTON — Committee members selected to plan a renovation of Newington Town Hall joined members of the public in touring the building Thursday. Superintendent Dr. Bill Collins took them through the Board of Education’s upstairs wing, and the town’s new director of facilities guided them through the rest of the building, focusing on areas not usually accessible to the public. The Town Council approved the final committee at their meeting Tuesday night, after Republicans selected Council Minority Leader Dave Nagel and resident Sarah Jorgensen to fill the final two spots. Jorgensen served as treasurer of Save Mill Pond Park, the political action committee that opposed the last renovation plan before it failed in a September referendum. “We wanted to get a good feeling of the condition of Town Hall,” said Town Hall Building Committee Chairman Alan Bongiovanni, a democrat who owns Newington-based land-surveying company B.G.I. and chaired the town’s last two school building committees. Committee members got together for their first meeting last week, and then after Thursday’s tour, met for the second time to begin looking at the scope of their Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eswork. “Our first meeting was sort of chmitt@newbritainherald.com.
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NEWINGTON EVENTS SKI CLUB OPEN HOUSE: Newington Ski Club will host its annual Open House at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21 at the Polish American Club, 140 Wilson Ave. Once again, non-perishable food items will be collected to support the Town of Newington’s Holiday Food Program. CRAFTERS, VENDORS NEEDED FOR CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR: St. Mary Women’s Club in Newington is looking
for crafters and vendors for its Christmas Craft Fair Sunday, Nov. 30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. To reserve your space or for more information, call Joanne Andrews at (860) 666-8927.
the cafeteria; Carole Glaser’s pastels can be viewed in the south foyer gallery. Newington Senior & Disabled Center Hours: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. week days; 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
ARTWORK ON DISPLAY: The Newington Senior Center, 120 Cedar St., will be showing the works of two award-winning artists during the month of November. Lois House, watercolorist, will exhibit in
REQUEST FOR VOLUNTEER PARTICIPANTS: The Town of Newington is seeking volunteers from the general public to participate in one of three Focus Groups to discover more detailed information re-
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garding the Town Hall Renovation Project.. There will be three Focus Group sessions held at various days and times, all located at Newington Town Hall, 131 Cedar St. Membership in each Focus Group will be limited to 15 participants in each Focus Group. The exact dates and location are to be determined and will be published on the Town of Newington website, www.newingtonct.gov, when available. Interested parties should contact Jaime Trevethen,
assistant to the Town Manager — Administration for the Town of Newington either by phone at (860) 665-8510 or email at JTrevethan@NewingtonCT.Gov.
feature-film directorial debut with this adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Henry V. A heroic, action-packed epic also starring Paul Scofield, Ian Holm and Derek Jacobi.
to 3 p.m. at the Senior and Disabled Center. All types of books, including fiction and non-fiction, will be on sale as well as CDs, audiobooks, DVDs, videos, and specially priced items. Admission on Friday evening is $5 and free on Saturday. On Sunday, only books will be available. Buy a Friends’ book sale bag for $6 and fill it with books for free. Refills are $5.
TURKEY SHOOT: The Mattabassett Rifle & Pistol Club Inc. will hold a Turkey Shoot every Sunday through Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 750 Beckley Mill Road, Berlin. Come out and win your Thanksgiving bird.
NEWINGTON LIBRARY TEEN AND ADULT PROGRAMS SHAKESPEARE SUNDAYS: 2014 marks the 450th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s birth. Join us for the screening of four critically acclaimed film adaptations of Shakespeare’s plays on successive Sundays through Dec. 7. All films start at 2:00 p.m. in the Community Room and no registration is required. Refreshments will be
served. This film series is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Nov. 23 — “Romeo & Juliet” Franco Zeffirelli’s acclaimed adaptation of Shakespeare’s timeless love story. Nominated for Best Picture Academy Award! Starring Olivia Hussey and Leonard Whiting.
Nov. 30 — “The Taming of the Shrew” Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton star as Katherina and Petruchio in William Shakespeare’s comic look at male chauvinism and women’s lib in the 16th century. Dec. 7 — “Henry V” Kenneth Branagh stars and makes his
FALL BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Library will hold their fall book sale Friday, Nov. 21, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 23 from noon
WETHERSFIELD EVENTS SUPPORT GROUP: Going through divorce, already divorced, thinking about a divorce? There is a group meeting twice a month, consisting of caring, compassionate people who have been exactly where you are now, to help
you, to get through your own individual situation. This is the Divorce Support Group. There is also a group where the participants are single, divorced, and ready to move on with their lives, this groups offers excellent discussion
topics. This group is called the Moving Forward Group. Both groups meet at First Congregational Church, 355 Main St., Cromwell, Friday, Nov. 21 at 6:30 p.m. MILITARY SERVICE NAMES NEEDED: If
We would like to send each one of them a personal holiday greeting. We must receive your information by Monday, Nov. 24 at noon. For more information, contact us at gfwccrossroad@gmail.com or call (860) 665-1148.
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“CREATING MOMENTS OF JOY” ALZHEIMER’S PROGRAM: The library will host “Creating Moments of Joy” an informational program on Alzheimer’s disease Tuesday, Nov. 25, at 6:30 p.m. Join us for a free seminar on this very important topic with special guest speaker, Jo Anne Harrison-Becker, MS (Gerontology). This workshop is designed for caretakers, family and friends of a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Topics discussed will include understanding the person with Alzheimer’s disease, effective communication, sensory and tactical stimulation, memory enhanced environments and more. Handouts, a Leisure Interest Survey and an Assessment for Persons Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease will be included. The program is funded by the Friends of the Wethersfield Library
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and open to all. Registration is suggested. You may register in person at the library or by calling the Adult Services Information Desk at(860) 2572811, or email registrations to library@wethersfieldlibrary.org. WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY CLOSED NOV. 27 AND 28: The Wethersfield Library will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday Nov. 28. The library will resume regular hours on Saturday, Nov. 29. At any time, the library may be reached on the internet at www.wethersfieldlibrary. org where you may search the catalog, use the online databases, download an audiobook, ask a reference question, or renew, reserve or request a book.
ROCKY HILL EVENTS SUPPORT GROUP: The Atrium at Rocky Hill offers a Support Group for those caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. The Support Group is open to the public. The Atrium does offer Adult Daycare during the duration of the support group at no cost. The Group meets every second Saturday at 2 p.m. For more information contact Erin Hall at (860) 563-5588, or ehall@benchmarkquality.com. MEMORY IMPAIRMENT PACKETS AVAILABLE: The Atrium at Rocky Hill is offering information packets for those needing more information and resources on memory impairment, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. For more information, contact For more information contact Erin Hall with The Atrium at Rocky Hill, (860) 563-5588, or email, ehall@benchmarkquality.com.
HEALTH DISTRICT OFFERS FREE DENTAL CLEANINGS: 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, CCHD is providing free dental cleaning clinics to individuals age 60 and over who live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield. To find out the schedule and book your appointment in your town, call the following numbers: Berlin: Contact Tina Doyle at (860) 828-7006; Newington: Contact Charlene Magnano at (860) 665-8778; Rocky Hill: Contact Lori DiPietro at (860) 721-2824; Wethersfield: Contact Lisa Gallipo at (860) 7212979. Donations are generously accepted for this service.
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New Britain still has chance in playoff race By CAMERON MCDONOUGH STAFF WRITER
NEW BRITAIN — The New Britain football team had its backs against the wall heading into last Friday’s game. The Hurricanes were coming off of an ugly loss at Glastonbury, and with three loses on the season already, their chances of making the playoffs were evaporating before their eyes. But even though the odds of a trip to the state tournament diminished after that loss to Glastonbury, there was still a possibility New Britain could make it. It wasn’t mathematically eliminated quite yet, so it needed to push the math to the side and win its final two games, starting with Newington Friday night. The Hurricanes passed that first challenge, although it was far from easy, in a 26-14 win over the Indians. Although the score presents a minor blowout, it was anything but. Newington even had a 14-13 lead in the fourth quarter. But when it mattered most the Hurricanes stepped up and scored two touchdowns late in the fourth quarter to stay alive in the playoff chase. The chances are still slim because New Britain is now the No. 13 team in the Class LL point rankings. Only teams No. 1-8 will make it, so New Britain will need to beat Berlin the night before Thanksgiving and get some outside help. It will also need to pick up some bonus points,
which are awarded when teams you have already beaten win. But the math was the last thing on New Britain coach Tebucky Jones’ mind after Saturday. His team did what it needed to do to stay alive and he was happy with coming out with the win. “Our kids came out and played hard to win,” he said. “We kept digging and digging with a new quarterback in the game. He actually ran well. Karrell (Largent) came with that pick at the end and made a play on it. I think all around our kids played hard and tough and we got the win.” Questions surrounded the quarterback position entering the game, which didn’t help New Britain’s chances to make the postseason. Starting quarterback Charles Gaskin injured his throwing hand while he was following through on a pass attempt last Friday. He finished out the series against Glastonbury but he didn’t return after that. Marcus Torres came in for Gaskin and performed well, as he led the team to its only score of the night. Torres ended up getting the start against Newington and he played the whole game. He ran for 199 yards and three touchdowns and also threw for 81 yards and a touchdown. He did make some mistakes with three interceptions, but it didn’t cost his team the game. “Marcus played well most of time,” Jones said. “I had to tell him a
couple of times to get his butt up on defense. He always goes both ways but I think this was more because he was the quarterback and not the running back. He came out and did a great job.” Gaskin still played, but on the defensive side. Jones believed his play at corner along with Kyshawn Gunn on the other side was key on defense, especially going against a team that likes to pass the ball like the Indians do. The key play on defense, though, came courtesy of Largent, who sealed the win with an interception late in the game. “(Gaskin’s) hand was hurting a little bit but he played the whole game as a defensive back,” Jones said. “He did a great job over there and Gunn, he did a great job too because Marcus is usually the corner and we moved him inside.” He added of Largent: “He made a great read on the quarterback, picked it and hot us great field position.” There are still plenty of question marks surrounding New Britain, the biggest of which is what to do at the quarterback position going forward. But at least for one night, the Hurricanes did what they needed to do to stay alive in the playoff race. Now it’s on to Berlin. Cameron McDonough can be reached at (860) 225-4601 ext. 272 or at cmcdonough@newbritainherald.com. On Twitter: Cam_McDonough.
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New Britain’s Marcus Torres has his facemask grabbed against Newington.
Newington football gets good news on injury front By CAMERON MCDONOUGH STAFF WRITER
NEW BRITAIN — The Newington football team received some good news following its loss at New Britain last Friday. Dante Phillip, who suffered an injury late in the game on an extra point attempt, was released from the hospital and all of his test came back negative, according to Newington Athletic Director Chris Meyers. The injury came after Marcus Torres scored his second touch-
down in less than a minute to put the game away late in favor of New Britain. Phillip then got hurt on the ensuing extra point. He remained motionless on the field until trainers and medical personnel brought a stretcher. New Britain coach Tebucky Jones didn’t know what happened at first, but when he went out to talk to the trainers and Newington coaching staff, he heard how the injury occurred. He was told it was a neck injury and that it happened when he attempted to leap and
block the extra point. “You just hope the best for the kid,” Jones said. “I didn’t know what it really was, I thought it was shoulder and then I went over and it was a little more serious. The biggest thing is get on the sideline, get the kids on a knee, he got on the stretcher and you hope for the best for him.” The stadium was loud before the injury happened and there was noticeable jubilation on the New Britain sideline after coming back from a deficit to take a 26-14 lead,
which was the final score. Instantly the fans and players went silent, though, as Phillip was treated on the field. There was still over a minute left in the game, but the decision was made to wind the clock down and end it. As for the game itself, Newington was officially eliminated from playoff contention with the loss, which brought it to 5-5 on the season. Quarterback Jake Hedberg was 15-of-28 and threw for 153 yards and two touchdowns. His second touchdown pass put the Indians up
14-13 with 7:04 left in the game. Jorge Rivera caught that touchdown pass and the other one was to Isaac Ortiz to open up the scoring for the night. “Not our best performance. First half the defense was ready to play but we shot ourselves in the foot on offense,” Newington coach Eric Hennessy said. “We couldn’t get the run game going. We had four penalties on that first drive and every time we had the ball we took one step forward and two steps back.”
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NEWINGTON TOWN CRIER
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Respite Care
Support and Peace of Mind
Wreath Stroll
The Best Thing You Ca Do for Your Loved On is Take a Vacation!
December 11 4:30 p.m-6:30 pm
As a caregiver it is just as important for you to take a vacation recharge your batteries as it is to care for those you love. Careg exhaustion can put both of you at risk!
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Newington Health Care Center offers: • 24/7 Nursing Staff • Assistance with Daily Activities such as Bathing, Dressing and M • An activity staff that will provide events and engage residents in personal interests
WREATHS
For more information on our services, rates and availability or to schedule a tour call 860-667-2256 today.
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Purhase raffle tickets to enter drawing to win wreath(s) of your choosing. Wreaths will be on display and tickets can be purchased beginning December 1.
All proceeds to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association CT Chapter Light Refreshments Served
240 CHURCH STREET, NEWINGTON, CT 06111
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So take a break – Both of you Newington Health Care Center
860-667-2256
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Newington Health Care Center 240 Church Street, Newington, CT 0611