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Health District contest promotes knowledge of chronic condition By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
If you know more than 10 people, you probably know someone with asthma. Being in their presence at any given time, you are affected by and affect their condition, whether that means preventing an attack or helping to handle one. Asthma is a chronic disease of the lungs which causes breathing problems. Symptoms include breathlessness, coughing, wheezing and a feeling of tightness in the chest. When these are not Volume 53, No. 66
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Art teacher Courtney Molter with some of the works created by her students.
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Newington student-athletes and scholars are honored in a variety of ways through competitions and awards ceremonies, but what about those whose talent takes the route less traveled? Student-artists of all ages stand center stage next week inside Town Hall, where the Annual Newington Public Schools Town-wide Art Show will be open to the public from April 23
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NEWINGTON EVENTS CALENDAR ADULT CO-ED SOFTBALL LEAGUE — NEW!: Interested in playing in an Adult Co-ed Softball league? The Newington Parks and Recreation is starting an Adult Co-ed Softball League this year. The league will run from early June until late August on either Tuesday evenings or Sundays. If you are interested in getting a team in the league or would like more information, contact Karen Gallicchio in the Parks and Recreation office at kgallicchio@ newingtonct.gov by May 16. INDIAN HILL COUNTRY CLUB GOLF SEASON 2014: Newington Resident Season Passes — Resident Season Pass Cards are now available for $50. Passes allow for golf play (fees below) Sundays, 1:30 p.m. to dusk; Mondays, 8 a.m. to dusk; Tuesdays, 7:30 to 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. to dusk. Seniors play for free on Mondays! Be sure to bring proof of residency, and payment is accepted by check or cash only. Season Pass Cards are non-refundable. If you are interested in Full
Membership to Indian Hill Country Club, Newington residents are eligible for a 25 percent discount for your first year of membership (past members are not eligible). For membership information, visit the website at www. ihccgolf.com. Senior Resident Season Pass Cards may be purchased at the Indian Hill Country Club’s Business & Membership Office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The office is located on the second floor of the main clubhouse building. Non-Senior Resident Season Pass Cards can be purchased at the Pro Shop any time during normal shop hours. Other Rates — 18-Hole Season Pass Holder Greens Fee: $36.50; 9-Hole Season Pass Holder Greens Fee: $20; 18-Hole Guest of Pass Holder Greens Fee: $45; 9-Hole Guest of Pass Holder Greens Fee: $22.50; 18-Hole Cart Fee: $18; 9-Hole Cart Fee: $9. For more information, contact Indian Hill directly at (860) 665-7817 or visit the website at www.ihccgolf.com.
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ST. MARY SCHOOL’S ANNUAL WINE TASTING, AUCTION: St. Mary School’s Annual Wine Tasting and Auction will be held from 6:30 to 9:39 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at the school, 652 Willard Ave. The event will be hosted by NBC-TV personality Brad Field. Some of the exciting items to be auctioned off are a trip to Florida, a trip to Reno, Nev., and a set of Invisilign Braces donated by Dr. Rosenberg in Newington. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. For more information, call (860) 666-3844. VENDORS, CRAFTERS SOUGHT: Vendors and crafters are sought for one or more of the 10 gigantic Big K Flea Market & Craft Fairs starting April 27 opening every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Market Square free parking lot behind the corner of Main and Cedar Streets in Newington. Shoppers are admitted by unpaid volunteers from the Kiwanis Club for $1 and spaces are $15. Profits go for charitable, educational and civic purposes. Information (860) 667-2864or (860) 667-1993 or facebook.com/ NewingtonFleaMarket. PLAY GOLF FOR PROJECT GRADUATION: Any and all Newington residents and their guests are invited to play golf at Indian Hill Country Club to help support the Newington High School’s Project Graduation Celebration. Saturday, April 26, 1 p.m. to dusk; Sunday, April 27, 1 p.m. to dusk Monday, April 28, 8 a.m. to dusk Tee times can be made by calling (860) 666-5447. Greens Fees for residents of Newington are $20 for nine holes and $36.50 for 18 holes. Proof of residency is required for at least one golfer per group. Golf Tournament to be held Sunday, May 18. $125 per person to golf and includes dinner OR $40 for dinner only. A fun night to benefit Newington High School’s 2014 graduating seniors. FLAGS OF APPRECIATION: GFWC Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club has announced its third annual “Flags of Appreciation” fundraiser to benefit veterans and members of our armed forces. Flags “in memory of” or “in honor of” will be displayed in alphabetical order at Garfield and Mill Streets in Newington on the Newington Memorial Day Parade route and at the Broad Street Green near the Reviewing Stand on the Wethersfield Parade route Saturday, May 24. For information, contact Dianne Mirabito-Hough at (860) 665-1148 or at hough_john_c@hotmail.com. CANDLEWYCK NEIGHBORHOOD TAG SALE: Neighbors in the Candlewyck area are planning a Tag Sale on May 24 and 25, Memorial Day weekend. Any neighbor who is interested in participating, should contact Colleen Crebase at (860) 666-9973 or Crebase@cox.net ASAP, regarding permits, advertising, and other planning. Sales will take place at each participant’s yard. “JUMP INTO SPRING WITH READING”: During the month of April, the GFWC Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club, in cooperation with Newington Public Schools, will sponsor its 10th annual “Jump Into Spring with Reading” contest. Students in kindergarten through fourth grade are eligible to
enter the contest, simply by reading books. Students record a date for every 20 minutes that they read or are read to and submit an entry form for every 5 dates. The drawing for prizes will take place at each elementary school Friday, May 2. Five prizes will be awarded per school. By sponsoring this contest, the Woman’s Club is hoping to encourage children to read as much as possible through April 30. The club and school district also hope that by being challenged in this way, children will learn the joy of reading for pleasure and entertainment.
Reynolds School and Elizabeth Green School will take place Thursday, April 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. All members of the community are invited to view the creative work of Newington’s talented students.
CT MIRAGE FASTPITCH CLINICS: The Ct. Mirage fastpitch travel softball organization will hold three free clinics for girls with 2003, 2004, and 2005 birth years. For dates and times and to pre-register, go to miragesoftball. com under “Latest News.” For additional information, call Dave at (860) 561-2328.
WINE TASTING AND AUCTION AT ST. MARY SCHOOL: Save the date! On Saturday, April 26, St. Mary School, 652 Willard Ave., will host its annual Wine and Beer Tasting event from 6:30 until 9:30 p.m. The evening will include both silent and live auctions, and the live auction will be hosted by NBC TV Chief Meteorologist Brad Field. Tickets for the evening are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. To obtain tickets, call the school at (860) 666-3844 or email stmaryschoolct@gmail.com.
NEWINGTON HEALTH CARE CENTER SEEKS VOLUNTEERS: Newington Health Care Center is seeking volunteers in its skilled nursing and Memory Care units. Take a moment to make someone happy! We are looking for individuals willing to share their talents and time; chatting, reading, playing games or cards, anyone wanting to make a difference in the lives of long term care residents. No experience necessary and training will be provided. Interested in finding out more? Contact Heather Hitchcock, admissions director, at (860) 667-2256. LENTEN SERVICES: Join us at Church of Christ, Congregational, 1075 Main St., (860) 666-4689, as we observe Easter Week. April 18 is Good Friday with Family Worship at 2 p.m., and Evening Worship at 7 p.m.. And April 20 is Easter Sunday, with Sunrise Service at Indian Hill Country Club at 6 a.m., Easter Worship at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. GFWC NEWINGTON/WETHERSFIELD WOMAN’S CLUB MEETING: The GFWC Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday, April 22, at 6:30 p.m. at the Newington Senior Center, 120 Cedar St. Guest speakers will be Karen Futoma, MSW, director, Human Services, town of Newington, and Meg Sautter, CERT Director for the town of Newington. We welcome any woman interested in making new friends and in community service. The club meets every fourth Tuesday of the month except June, July, and August. If you have any questions about our organization, call Dianne at (860) 665-1148. www.gfwccrossroad.org NEWINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ TOWNWIDE ART SHOW 2014: The Annual Newington Public Schools’ Town-wide Art Show will be open to the public from April 23 through May 28. It will be held on the third floor of the Newington Town Hall, 131 Cedar St. Visiting hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Opening Reception date for students and their families attending Newington High School, John Wallace Middle School, Ruth L. Chaffee School and John Paterson School will take place Wednesday, April 23, from 6 to 8 p.m. The Opening Reception date for students and their families attending Martin Kellogg Middle School, Anna
CEDAR MOUNTAIN COMMONS OFFERS FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING: Cedar Mountain Commons will offer a free blood pressure screening from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at the Wethersfield Senior Center (Pitkin Community Center), 30 Greenfield St., Wethersfield.
BOWL-A-THON: Newington High School Bowling Team will hold a BowlA-thon at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at Bowl-O-Rama the Berlin Turnpike. The cost is $20 per person, which includes two games of bowling, shoe rental and a donation. Bowlers of all ages are welcome. VICTORIAN TEA: The Newington Historical Society And Trust will present its Annual Victorian Tea Sunday, April 27 at the Kellogg-Eddy House & Museum, 679 Willard Ave. Seating times are noon to 1 p.m. and 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. both Sundays. An exhibit will be held to honor the memory of the late Evelyn Gianati, charter member of the Newington Art League. A number of her paintings will be selected and exhibited by the Art League. Registration fees: Non-members: $15; members: $10 and seniors: $12. Non-refundable registration fees are requested in advance. Upon receipt, a confirmation card will be mailed to you. (860) 6667118. email: NGTNheritage@aol.com MILITARY WHIST: The Military Whist, sponsored by Alpha Delta Kappa, Alpha Chapter of Newington, will host its whist gathering Wednesday, April 30 in the Newington High School cafeteria, 605 Willard Ave. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets ($6 each) can be purchased at the cafeteria door. Refreshments will be served between 6:30 and 7 p.m. Raffles and door prizes will be available. Alpha Delta Kappa is a woman educators’ sorority that donates its proceeds to needy persons. For additional information, contact Beverley, president, at (860) 568-0292. EAGLES TRIBUTE BAND TO PERFORM AT ST. MARY SCHOOL: On Friday, May 2, St. Mary School, 652 Willard Ave., will host E-2, an Eagles tribute band. The concert will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. E-2 is an eight-piece multi-talented group of music professionals that pay tribute to the Eagles. Tickets are $15. and can be purchased from St. Mary School. For more information, call the school office at (860) 666-3844 or visit the school website at www.stmarynewington.com.
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NEW BRITAIN — Even if they don’t celebrate Easter, the upcoming holiday weekend will be special for 30 city children thanks to the generosity of two Newington girls. Fifteen-year-old twin sisters Elaina and Julianna Vass, freshmen at Newington High School, presented staff at the Prudence Crandall Center with 55 stuffed rabbits Monday. The New Britain-based center provides emergency shelter, housing and support services for victims of domestic violence from nine area towns. Among the 90 or so residents of its transitional and permanent housing are about 30 children — each of whom received a stuffed bunny this week. “It’s great when anyone donates to us but for kids to give to kids it’s just so special,” Suzan Bibisi, development director, said Monday while meeting the Vass girls. “Bunnies for Hunnies” grew from the fact that Suzy Vass, the girls’ mom, is a kindergarten teacher at Vance Village Elementary School in New Britain. “They’ve been coming to my
friends and family and staff at Vance School,” she explained. Some of the toys are also headed to Middletown to comfort children at New Horizons, a shelter serving families affected by domestic violence in Middlesex County. “They’re adorable; the kids will love them,” Jessica Sagan, a child advocate at Prudence Crandall, said Monday as she looked through the bags of all different varieties of rabbit. Due to the sensitive nature of its work, the center is not open to the public and residents live in undisclosed locations around the city. However, people who would like to help can do so by hosting fundraising events and donating goods or money. For more information, call Megan Bernardini, communications and special events manager, at (860) 225-5187, ext. 23 or visit PrudenceCrandall.org. If you think you are in an abuErica Schmitt | Staff Jessica Sagan, left, a child advocate the the Prudence Crandall Center, with twins Elaina and Julianna Vass. sive relationship, call Prudence Crandall’s free 24-hour hot line at (860) 225-6357 or 1-888-774school since they were little, help- and we just decided we wanted to different kind of gift. ing with my classes,” she said do something for the kids.” Passing along comfort to them 2900. Monday. “The school does a lot While toiletries and non-per- was Elaina’s inspiration, and a for Prudence Crandall, but we ishable foods are among the more stuffed rabbit seemed like the Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or also have known people over the common donations, the girls fig- perfect way. years who have come here before ured the kids would rather get a “We collected them from our eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.
Residents can now recycle several additional items
Newington residents who use town-provided recycling services now can recycle a number of additional items in the blue recycling containers and dumpsters. In an effort to increase recycling and resident participation, Newington residents can now recycle rigid plastics and books, as well as all plastic food, beverage, and household containers No. 1 through No. 7. A few examples of the new acceptable items are listed below.
RIGID PLASTICS ∎ Clean five-gallon pails (metal handles removed) ∎ Large plastic toys (any metal pieces removed) ∎ Milk/beverage crates ∎ Laundry baskets ∎ Waste baskets/old recycling bins ∎ Plastic storage containers BOOKS ∎Hard-cover books (covers removed and placed in trash)
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Wethersfield grows True Husky blue
For more than two centuries, and in the fertile soil of our community, we have been growers. Thanks to our wonderful host Comstock, Ferre & Co., America’s oldest continuously operating seed company continues to distribute heirloom seeds — the kind that have not been changed by genetic engineering. Meet us Thursday, April 24, at 6 p.m. in the Comstock, Ferre & Co. Gathering Barn for “Wethersfield Grows.” Focusing on a community connection to growth through personal gardening and local economy, brief presentations will be followed by Q&A. ∎ 6 p.m. GMO Free CT (Debra Cohen) Why Genetically Modified Organisms can affect you! ∎ 6:20 p.m. Q&A GMO Free 6:30 p.m. Remineralization
(David Forster) How to make your garden grow better! ∎ 6:50 p.m. Q&A Remineralization ∎ 7 p.m. Real Food (Amanda Tripp) How should we be thinking about food? ∎ 7:20 p.m. Q&A Real Food ∎ 7:30 p.m. Economic Development (Mark Trahan)– What your community has done for you lately! ∎ 7:50 p.m. Q&A Economic Development This is an event where you can collect information about getting green together — not a vendor fair. A family event, kids and adults alike will learn about their food, gardening and the community. Wethersfield cadets will have the only open table for fingerprinting.
Teacher Jen Rodriguez’s first grade class at Anna Reynolds School shows their Husky pride on Spirit Day.
NEWINGTON POLICE BLOTTER Newington police report the following: Nelson Ortiz, 39, of 174 Bond St., New Britain, was charged March 14 with sixth-degree larceny and conspiracy to commit sixth-degree larceny. Miranda Fay, 30, of 3000 Berlin Turnpike, was charged March 16 with disorderly conduct. Raymond Romano, 59, of 775 Ridge Road, Wethersfield, was charged March 18 with driving under the influence and failure to maintain lane. Tiffany Veneziano, 26, of 17 Steeplechase Drive, was charged March 18 with prostitution. George Matulis, 30, of 24 Walnut St., was charged March 19 with assault on an elderly person, sixth-degree larceny, use of a motor vehicle without permission, two counts third-degree criminal mischief and two counts interfering with an emergency call. Deborah Robinson, 52, of 65 Main St., Somers, was charged March 19 with sixth-degree larceny. Lisa Petronio, 32, of 48 Lyondale Road, was charged March 20 with risk of injury to a minor, two counts third-degree criminal mischief, and two counts sixth-degree larceny. Bruce King, 34, of 106 Coronado Drive, was charged March 20 with
third-degree larceny. Steven Rogers, 48, of 404 Country Club Court, Rocky Hill, was charged March 21 with disorderly conduct and second-degree threatening. Brett Downs, 32, of 181 Malcein Drive, Southington, was charged March 21 with second-degree robbery and third-degree larceny. Alisha Santana, 18, of 108 Willard Ave., was charged March 20 with breach of peace and making a false statement. Kathryn Dowd, 27, of 62 Back Lane, Wethersfield, was charged March 22 with sixth-degree larceny. Elizabeth Dibella, 46, of 179 Cedarwood Lane, was charged March 23 with disorderly conduct. Dean Dibella, 49, of 179 Cedarwood Lane, was charged March 23 with disorderly conduct, third-degree strangulation and first-degree unlawful restraint. Troy Syme, 19, of 15 Cricket Lane, Rocky Hill, was charged March 23 with possession of less than 4 ounces of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Jeremy Sola, 19, of 683 New Britain Ave., Rocky Hill, was charged March 23 with possession of less than 4 ounces of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.
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The event will be held Friday, May 30th, 6pm-10pm at the Hawthorne Inn, 2421 Berlin Tpke, Berlin, CT. The event is sponsored by Geico, State Farm, Newington Health Care, Primerica, Clinical Laboratory Partners, Thomas Fahy Insurance Associates, Berkshire Bank and Newington Town Crier. The cost is $40 per person. Ticket sales help support Newington High School Scholarship Fund. Conta Chamber office at 860-666-2089 for tickets. Best Dentist / Oral Surgeon________________________________ Best Accountant / Tax Consultant __________________________ Best Health / Fitness _____________________________________
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Student artwork to be displayed in Town Hall show carefully. shine in an art show at some point “I count equal numbers of boys during the year. and girls that are meeting and In addition to the town-wide exceeding standards,” Molter said show, each of the seven schools of her criteria. host their own But art is events and always open to rotate featured personal interpieces to showpretation, so case everyone. on occasion All the differwhat might ent curricula not necessarily taught in classearn an “A” in es has to be composition or represented in technique can the town show, garner “Best which takes in Show.” This up the entire designation is third floor of awarded to one Town Hall. piece from a That includes student at each painting, drawschool, each ing, sculpture, year. p h o t o g r a p hy, “When it printmaking, comes to the ceramic, jewelry, The poster for this year’s art show. soul and putcopper-enamelting yourself ing and mixed into the artmedia. work, that’s something you just Teachers from each of the four can’t grade,” Molter explained. elementary schools are allotted In order to accommodate the the same number of spots for large number of students and pieces, so they have to choose families wishing to experience
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One of the artworks by a student of Courtney Molter.
welcome to attend. “It’s fun and gets really busy,” Molter said of these upcoming evenings. “There’s a lot of support Erica Schmitt | Staff for the arts in Newington.” The exhibit will include all different types of artwork, including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, printmaking, ceramic, jewelty, copNewington Town Hall is locatper-enameling and mixed media. ed at 131 Cedar St. and regular show visiting hours are Monday the collection, two separate open- Wednesday, April 23, from 6 to through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to ing receptions are scheduled. 8 p.m. For students at Martin 4:30 p.m. Opening night for students at Kellogg Middle School, Anna Newington High School, John Reynolds, and Elizabeth Green, Erica Schmitt can be reached at Wallace Middle School, John opening night is Thursday, April (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or Paterson and Ruth Chaffee is 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. Anyone is eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.
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OFI exec honored by Hartford Business Journal By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
OFI, a Newington-based Herman Miller furniture dealership that serves architectural and design firms, is in the news again this week. Deborah Laviero, vice president of organizational development, is one of eight accomplished businesswomen to be honored with The Hartford Business Journal’s annual Women in Business award. The 44-year-old Laviero, who lives in Farmington, has worked at OFI for the last 13 years. She currently oversees a staff that develops and implements programs to boost employee morale and client satisfaction, while strengthening the company’s culture and brand. “I’m building the company’s overall brand through traditional and more contemporary marketing on social media,” explains Laviero, who began her career at the University of Hartford’s Construction Institute.
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Still a member of the non-profit organization, she became the first woman to receive the Institute’s Distinguished Service Award in 2009. The University of Hartford is also her alma mater, where she graduated in 1991 with a bachelor’s degree in Art Education. “I love being in the construc-
tion industry,” she adds. “It’s wonderful working with the architects, designers and building engineers and it’s nice to be in a creative industry that’s working to improve a facility or beautify spaces; that’s very gratifying to me.” An accomplishment she’s most proud of during her time at OFI was helping to form its “Green Group” over eight years ago. Since its inception, employees have embraced more sustainable green initiatives, cleaned up nearby Mill Pond Park and worked to support local business. “We encourage our employees to use the Newington community,” Laviero says. “Whether it’s the local coffee shop, dry cleaners or shoe repair, we try to show our support any way we can.” Staff are even given incentives to pursue health and wellness opportunities, such as discounted memberships to local gyms.
Due in part to these programs, OFI was just selected by The Hartford Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work in Connecticut for the second year in a row. Laviero hopes to carry on its forward-thinking approach far into the future. “I do want to continue making OFI a wonderful company,” she says. “I’ve got some internal goals for us, including working on keeping employees happy.” Family is extremely important to Laviero, who spends much of her free time with her sister, niece and nephew. Cooking, golfing, skiing and travelling are also some of her favorite activities. “I have a rich, full, active personal life and a busy professional life; it’s all good,” she says, adding that keeping work and pleasure in balance is crucial. Her advice to aspiring businesswomen? “If you are very mindful of both your personal and pro-
fessional goals I think you’ll get further quicker, because time just goes by so fast.” Laviero joins seven other highly-skilled women in receiving the Hartford Business Journal’s 2014 Women in Business awards, including Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman. To see the full list visit HartfordBusiness.com. “The contributions that this year’s honorees have made to their companies and their communities are simply outstanding,” Gail Lebert, publisher, said recently. “We are thrilled to recognize their achievements and look forward to a great event.” The Hartford Business Journal’s 11th Annual Women in Business awards luncheon is Thursday, May 1, from 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at the CT Convention Center in Hartford. To register, call (860) 236-9998. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.
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Robert Tocci, 66, of Newington, husband of Chrystal (Sullivan) Tocci, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, April 9, 2014, at home surrounded by his loving family Born in Yonkers, N.Y., he was the son of Vito and Concetta (DeYorio) Tocci. Robert was a Newington resident since 2006 and was formerly employed in construction. He attended Bethany Covenant Church. Surviving are his wife, Chrystal (Sullivan) Tocci; two daughters, Nicole Tocci Kristensen and Taylor Sullivan; a son, Kyle Sullivan; two sis-
ters, Rosemary Tocci Ragone and Beverly Tocci Higgins; and a brother, Raymond Tocci. A memorial service will be held Thursday, April 24, 2014, at 6 p.m. at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St., Berlin. There are no calling hours. Memorial donations may be made to Bethany Covenant Church, Amazing Grace Food Pantry, or the Connecticut Humane Society. Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please share a memory of Robert with the family in the online guest book at www.ericksonhansen.com.
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prevented, and they’re doing something to help. World Asthma Day is May 6. Health districts across the state are hosting events to spread awareness of the disease; the CCHD is inviting people of all ages to participate in a contest by sharing their personal experience in some way. “We all have been affected by asthma, but each of us has an individual story to tell,” Norcia said. “The whole point of World Asthma Day is to get people to better control their asthma and raise awareness about it to others.” The CCHD also offers residents a free program started by the Region II Asthma Coalition they call “Putting on Airs — Asthma Indoor Risk Strategies.” A nurse and environmental specialist can visit your home and identify triggers that might be worsening your asthma, then help you formulate an action plan to deal with it. Any Connecticut residents are invited to participate in the World Asthma Day Contest in one of two categories — children ages five to 17, and adults over 18. To enter, share your story about how asthma has impacted your life in one of three media: a video, which must be no more than
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two minutes long, uploaded to YouTube and the link emailed to HNorcia@newingtonct.gov; a poster, maximum size 11 x 17; or an essay with pictures, not to exceed 500 words with a limit of three pictures. First prize in each age category will be a Kindle Fire tablet valued at $150. Submissions are being accepted March 14 through April 30. As many as possible will be displayed on World Asthma Day at various locations around the state. Included with submissions should be the names of all contributors to the project, ages, contact information and if applicable, parental-guardian permission to submit material. Contest winners will be notified one week in advance of World Asthma Day on May 6 and must be available for media appearances. Once materials are submitted they are property of the Region II Asthma Coalition. Submissions can be sent to Hilary Norcia, community health coordinator at the Central CT Health District, 120 Cedar St., Newington, CT 06111. (860) 665-8571 or HNorcia@newingtonct.gov. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.
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NEWINGTON LIBRARY CALENDAR TEEN AND ADULT PROGRAMS REGISTRATION FORMS AVAILABLE FOR ROAD RACE: Registration forms are now available at the library for this year’s road race. The 18th running of this event will be held at Mill Pond Park on Sunday, May 18, beginning at 9 a.m. Runners will compete by age category with awards for the winning male and female runners within each division. Walkers are also welcome. Registration forms are available at the library and on the library’s website. Online registration is available at active.com. Preregistration is $8 for
children (12 and under) and $18 per adult. Same day registration is $10 for children (12 and under) and $20 per adult. PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT: through April 30, the Newington chapter of the Meet-up Group, Shutter-Buds, will be exhibiting members’ photography in the Community Room of the Lucy Robbins Welles Library. Shutter-Buds began in August 2012 as a very friendly supportive group of photographers with different levels of experience and a variety of cameras. Members love to take photos, learn and share with
each other and have fun. They’re a very active group and what makes them unique is they are very creative in their approach, suggesting not only traditional photography, but also, adding twists to create new and original photo ops. The group encourages seeing the world in new ways and putting more of each member in their photos. They have many on-site events, but also have many fun online challenges, always striving to give members many choices to practice, learn new skills, take photos, and be creative. The exhibit may be viewed during regular library hours when the Community Room is not in
The Keeney Manufacturing Company Celebrates Earth Week! Employees from Keeney will be out in the Newington community cleaning up. If you see us, wave, honk, or pitch in!
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use for a scheduled program: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Patrons are encouraged to call in advance to ensure that the room is free for viewing. (860) 665-8700. FREEGAL® MUSIC SERVICE AVAILABLE FOR STREAMING ALBUMS: Lucy Robbins Welles Library, one of the thousands of libraries worldwide that subscribe to the Freegal® Music Service, is now offering patrons the ability to stream entire albums every day as part of its free online music offering. The new initiative will allow cardholders of the library increased access to over 6 million songs. Also included is the complete local catalogue of Sony Music Entertainment. Library cardholders can download three Freegal music tracks in the MP3 format each week, and stream up to three hours each day at no cost to them. For more information, call the library (860) 665-8700. FREE EBOOKS, EMAGAZINES & MUSIC” Monday, April 21, 6:30 p.m. The library has thousands of eBooks and audiobooks, 60 eMagazines and downloadable music too! Come see how easy it is to download any of them to your device. This class is a demonstration, no need to bring your device. Call to register. MOVIES AND MORE @ THE LIBRARY: “Saving Mr. Banks” Two showings: Tuesday, April 22, 1 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Two-time Academy Award winner Emma Thompson and fellow double Oscar winner Tom Hanks star in this film inspired by the extraordinary, untold story of how Disney’s classic Mary Poppins made it to the screen. Running time is 120 minutes. Refreshments will be provided. Please pick up free tickets at the Adult Information Desk. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. A SWINGIN’ CONCERT: Sunday, April 27, 2 p.m. Town Hall Council Chambers The 10-piece orchestra Simply Swing will perform danceable favorites from the Big Band and Swing Dance eras. They will be joined by vocalist Vivian LaRosa. Admission is free. Sponsored by Farmington Bank.
FRIENDS’ ANNUAL BOOK SALE: This year’s event will be held at the Newington Senior Center, 120 Cedar St. A preview will be held Friday, May 2 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Admission for the preview is $5. On Saturday, May 3 the sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday, May 4, it will run from noon to 3 p.m. Admission is free on Saturday. On Sunday, buy a Friends green bag for $6 and fill it. Refills are $5. Thousands of hardcover, paperback and children’s books will be on sale, along with a selection of CDs, videos
and DVDs. Proceeds from this sale benefit the library’s collections and programs. Stop by and get great bargains on your favorite authors and subjects. SHADE GARDENING PROGRAM:The library will host a Shade Gardening program Monday, May 5, at 6:30 p.m. Speaker Bettylou Sandy has been a personal gardening consultant since 1987, teaches gardening classes at Manchester Community College, and is an accredited Organic Land Care professional. Call 8(60) 665-8700 to register.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS FAMILY STORYTIME: Every Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round. No registration is necessary. DROP-IN SPRING PRESCHOOL STORYTIMES: Through May 1. Various preschool storytimes for ages 9 months through 6 years. Pick up a detailed schedule in the Children’s Department or check our webpage at www.newingtonct.gov/library. ONGOING DROP-IN SPRING PRESCHOOL STORYTIMES: Through May 1. We hold various preschool storytimes for ages 9 months through 6 years. Find one that’s right for you by picking up a detailed schedule in the Children’s Department or checking our webpage at www.newingtonct.gov/library. VOTING FOR NUTMEG CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD: Children in grades 3-12 are invited to cast their ballots for the 2014 Nutmeg Book Award, Intermediate, Teen and High School levels, through April 30. Your vote counts! Be sure to read all or some of the nominated books before you vote. Lists and books are available in the Children’s and Teen Departments. PLAY WITH US! Tuesdays, April 22 and 29, 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Join us for this program geared for families with young children who have special needs. Meet with a resource professional from Creative Interventions, a birth-tothree agency, and socialize with your peers. All are welcome. No registration necessary. FAMILY STORYTIME: Every Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round. No registration is necessary. TALES TO TAILS: Saturday, April 19, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Children who love dogs or need to boost their reading skills may sign up for a 10-minute session reading to a certified therapy dog. Call for more information or to register beginning April 5. Sponsored by Cold Noses, Warm Hearts, Inc.
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The ding, bing and buzz of technology is robbing us of our quiet times
The sadness of this year is broken the back of the post A POINT TO has we as a nation and as a people office and allows us to commuhave so much information, quite PONDER nicate in fragmented thoughts, literally, bombarding us we are or better still, capital letters — not able to listen and focus. I LOL, BFF and lots of others. find myself looking for ways to I left my house this morning abbreviate regular reading, cut it and forgot my phone. It was as if back, cut it short, cut it out. It’s I had gotten into the car naked. as though everything has been I ran home and got it. marginalized to 144 characters We are losing our secret time, — and I’m not even a member of time we share with no one or Twitter (is it member?). someone special — our time. Phil Mikan Even with the sound off I We have truly become a very have a feeling of noise, of racket. small part of a very big collecWhite noise is what the sound engineers tive. We can be found, sought out and call it; static is what we were taught, but connected to any time and practically it really is more than that. any place. It is an intrusion, a total intrusion on We are now the white noise. Ah, progour world. ress — let’s do a selfie! We don’t have the ability to escape the A point to ponder. white noise. Cell phones ding, bing and buzz us, telling us not of callers but of Phil Mikan is the host of the Phil Mikan texters, or whether or not we have just Show on WMRD 1150/WLIS AM 1420 received an e-mail (as if the post office daily at 10 a.m., and the Weekend Corhad to call you to look in your post box ner Saturdays from 9 to 11 a.m. You can reach him at phil@philmikan.com or write when a letter was delivered). All of this started slowly. Remember him at Phil Mikan, Central Connecticut when e-mail was new and different? Communications, One Herald Square, New (“ You have mail.”) Twenty years later it Britain, CT 06051.
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WOODCARVINGS ON DISPLAY: Woodcarvings by Warren Blessing Jr. are on display at the Wethersfield Library during the month of April. Warren started his woodcarving in the early 1970’s with a local neighbor who held informal classes in town and started folks off woodcarving. This method is something Warren has held a deep passion for and is always striving to recruit new people into the world of woodcarving. Since his retirement he has focused on leading or teaching several groups locally in all aspects of woodcarving. He has participated at various levels in many state and regional clubs in order to generate interest in woodcarving and to bring it to additional people’s attention. For information, call (860) 529-2665 or go to www. wethersfieldlibrary.org. LOUIS FEHRENBACH ART EXHIBIT: Watercolors by Wethersfield resident Louis Fehrenbach will be exhibited at the Wethersfield Library during the month of April. Fehrenbach has studied art at the Wadsworth Atheneum and at the Senior Center. He is a member of the Wethersfield Art League and has taken lessons with Diane Marinaro. For information and directions to the Library, visit www. wethersfieldlibrary.org or call (860) 257-2821. WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY CLOSED EASTER WEEKEND: The Wethersfield Library will be closed Friday, April 18, Saturday, April 19 and Sunday April 20 for the Easter Holiday. The library resumes regular hours Monday, April 21. The library’s regular hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. At any time, the library may be reached 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. TUESDAY NIGHT MOVIE: Join us Tuesday, April 22, at 6:30 p.m. at the library for a free showing of “All Is Lost” starring Robert Redford. Directed by JC Chandor. After a collision with a shipping container at sea, a resourceful sailor finds himself, despite all efforts to the contrary, staring his mortality in the face. Rated PG-13 for brief
strong language. (106 minutes). Tuesday Night Movies are free and open to the public. Light refreshments are provided by the Friends of the Wethersfield Library. Registration is not required, but seating is limited. For information call the library at (860) 257-2811, or visit the library at 515 Silas Deane Hwy. ENZO BOSCARINO PRESENTS “HOW 2B ITALIAN (AS IF YOU DIDN’T KNOW)”: Join us at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 26, for “How 2B Italian (as if you didn’t know)” with Enzo Boscarino at the library. This program illustrates Italy’s culture, rich history, art, popular traditions, music, customs, language, family ties and how this impacts their life and how they express themselves. It is informative, musical, educational and most of all fun! The audience is invited to participate in singing and in all of the activities presented. A native of Italy until the age of 21, Boscarino taught Spanish in West Hartford for 34 years. He is presently employed by Central Connecticut State University and Saint Joseph College as a professor of Spanish. He has performed extensively in New England and has given two concerts abroad at the Scuola Francesca in Catania, Italy and at Villa Magna in Madrid, Spain. The program is free and open to all. Registration is required. Register in person at the library, by calling the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811, or email registrations to library@wethersfieldlibrary.org. FRIENDS OF THE WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY HOST “A NIGHT AT THE OPERA”: Opera lovers rejoice! The Friends of the Wethersfield Library will sponsor a viewing of the opera “Carmen” Thursday, May 1, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at Wethersfield Town Hall, 505 Silas Deane Hwy. The Georges Bizet opera stars Elīna Garanča and Roberto Alagna. Elīna Garanča leads the cast as Carmen, the iconic gypsy of the title — a woman desired by every man but determined to remain true to herself. Roberto Alagna is Don José, the soldier who falls under her spell and sacrifices everything for her love, only to be cast aside when the toreador Escamillo (Teddy Tahu Rhodes) piques Carmen’s interest. Every aspect of Bizet’s thrilling tale is brought to life, from its lighthearted beginning to its inevitably tragic climax. This event is free and open to the public. Tickets are required as
seating is limited and are available at the Adult Services Information Desk at Wethersfield Library. Walkins without tickets will be seated after 6:20 p.m. if space allows. Light refreshments will be served. Brought to you by the Friends of the Wethersfield Library, Inc. to launch the collection of Metropolitan Opera DVDs purchased by the Wethersfield Library with funds provided by the Friends.
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TEEN ADVISORY BOARD MEETING — A VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY FOR TEENS AT THE LIBRARY: Tell us what you think! Teens in grades 7 through 12 are invited to become members of the new Teen Advisory Board at the Wethersfield Library. Come share your opinions on teen programs you would like to see, possible improvements to the teen space, and titles you would suggest for the teen collection. You will be asked to be an active participant in the discussion so that we can make your library experience better! The next meeting will take place Tuesday, April 22, from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants from any Wethersfield school. Teens may register in person at the library, by calling the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811 or emailing library@wethersfieldlibrary.org. Light refreshments will be served. DROP-IN STORY/PLAY TIME: The Wethersfield Library invites children of all ages and their caregivers to come to Friday morning Drop-in Playtime/Storytime from 10 a.m. to noon. No registration is required. Children’s programs are canceled on any day when the Wethersfield Public Schools are closed due to weather. For more information, visit the library, 515 Silas Deane Hwy., www.wethersfieldlibrary.org/kids. htm or call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801. EVERY FRIDAY: 10 a.m. to noon, Drop-in Playtime and 11 a.m., Short & Sweet Storytime: all ages. Drop-in family fun with a story and a song. EVERY SATURDAY: 10:30 a.m. Saturday Stories: all ages. Drop-in fun with books, songs and movement for the whole family.
WETHERSFIELD ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS Martin London, son of Russell L. London and Joane R. Mueller-London of Wethersfield, was named to the Winter Term 2014 Dean’s List at Choate Rosemary Hall in Wallingford. The Loomis Chaffee Athletics Department gathered recently with varsity student athletes, their parents, coaches, and Head of School Sheila Culbert
to celebrate the accomplishments of Pelican teams this winter. Director of Athletics Bob Howe and other members of the Athletics Department bestowed honors upon Pelican athletes for their accomplishments for the 2013-14 winter season. Sophomore Traken Sutton of Wethersfield was named All-New England in Varsity
Wrestling for placing fourth in New England finals. The Loomis Chaffee team was the winner of the Class A Championship. Michelle Montinieri of Wethersfield was inducted into Stonehill College’s Lambda Epsilon Sigma Honor Society.
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WETHERSFIELD EVENTS CALENDAR AMBERALERT DRIVE: The Wethersfield-Rocky Hill Rotary Club will host an AMBERAlert Drive from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, April 18 at Nutmeg Federal Credit Union, 521 Cromwell Ave., Rocky Hill. The AMBERAlert Identification program is open to all parents/guardians of children under the age of 18. Participating families will receive one wallet-sized, laminated card with a photo of the child, and a unique AMBERAlert number. Additional identification cards are available for purchase. EASTER BREAKFAST & SERVICE: NewLife Christian Fellowship will host an Easter Breakfast April 20, from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. in their church building. The breakfast will be followed by their Easter service, which will run from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Pastor Eric Stillman will deliver the sermon, “Moving From Doubt to Faith.” NewLife is located at 1155 Silas Deane Hwy. For more information, call (860) 529-1714 or email nlcfpastor@gmail.com.
FLAGS OF APPRECIATION: GFWC Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club has announced its third annual “Flags of Appreciation” fundraiser to benefit veterans and members of our armed forces. Flags “in memory of” or “in honor of” will be displayed in alphabetical order at Garfield and Mill Streets in Newington on the Newington Memorial Day Parade route and at the Broad Street Green near the Reviewing Stand on the Wethersfield Parade route Saturday, May 24. Flags, available for a donation of $10, may be ordered through May 14. Members will be selling flags at the Stop & Shop stores on Town Line Road in Rocky Hill and Kitts
Lane in Newington Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For further information, contact Dianne Mirabito-Hough at (860) 665-1148 or at hough_john_c@hotmail. com. “HAPPY TRAILS” SEMINAR SCHEDULED FOR MAY 19: This year’s usually boring seminar sponsored by the Senior Citizens Advisory Committee for the town of Wethersfield is being replaced by an exciting day discovering some of the many Happy Trails in Connecticut. Educational seminars in past years beat to death topics such as planning for your retirement, avoiding long term care costs, and making for your own funeral arrangements. This year the planning committee compiled a list of fun places in Connecticut for seniors (and families) to visit. Guest speakers Al Strong (State Dept. Of Tourism) and Jason Hawkins (feature reporter, Channel 30) will open the “Happy Trails to You” seminar Monday, May 19, at 1 p.m. at Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield St. Representatives from Connecticut’s Art Trail, Brewery Trail, Chocolate Trail, Educational Trail, Hot Dog Trail, and Ice Cream Trail will be on hand with facts and samples. Free admission includes refreshments provided by The Atrium at Rocky Hill and door prizes by Happy Trails reps. Seating is limited. Call Lisa Galipo at (860) 721-2979 to reserve a seat. MEN’S SUPPORT GROUP: Fight Club, a men’s support and accountability group, meets weekly on Wednesday evenings from 7-8:30 at NewLife Christian Fellowship, 1155 Silas Deane Hwy. in Wethersfield. For more information, call (860) 529-1714 or email nlcfpastor@ gmail.com.
ROCKY HILL EVENTS CEDAR MOUNTAIN COMMONS OFFERS FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING: Cedar Mountain Commons will offer a free blood pressure screening from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at the Wethersfield Senior Center (Pitkin Community Center), 30 Greenfield St., Wethersfield. CIAC SCHOLAR ATHLETES TO BE HONORED: Two Rocky Hill High School students have been honored by the Connecticut Association of Schools for their achievement in athletic and academic excellence. James Bondi and Lillian Morse have been selected as CIAC Scholar Athletes for the 2013-14 school year. James and Lillian will be honored at the Aqua Turf along with athletes from every school in Connecticut, Sunday, May 4, at 4:30 p.m. 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) 5635588, 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) 5635588, 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) 721-2979. Donations are generously accepted for this service. TOPS of Rocky Hill/Wethersfield [a nonprofit weight loss support group] meets weekly Wednesday evenings at Mapleview Health and Rehabilitation Center, 856 Maple St. (Route 3), Rocky Hill. Meetings begin with weigh-ins starting at 6:30 p.m. The chapter is open to all, however, program content will emphasize taking off and keeping off weight following bariatric surgery. More information and contacts can be found at www.meetup.com/ TOPS-AFTER-BARIATRIC-SURGERY.
PARKS AND REC SUMMER PROGRAM REGISTRATION: The Wethersfield Parks and Recreation Department has begun accepting registrations from residents and nonresidents for summer programs. Programs being offered are the Barracuda Swim Team, Children’s Camps for ages 3-15, Cheerleading, Dance & Drama, Engineering with LEGO, Fitness, Gymnastics, Karate, Lifeguard Training, Orchestra, Recreation Swimming, Special Olympics, Sports, Supervised Playground, Swim Lessons (adult and child), Tennis, Therapeutic Recreation, Weight-lifting and programs at the 9/11 Memorial Sports Center and Nature Center. To preview information about our summer programs, simply go to wethersfieldct.com and select Parks and Recreation. For further information, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (860) 721-2890. RENTERS’ REBATE PROGRAM: The application period for the Elderly & Totally Disabled Renters’ Rebate Program has begun and will continue through Oct. 1, 2014. There is legislation pending to once again accept new applicants for the Renters Rebate Program therefore anyone eligible may apply but may be denied if the legislation does not pass. This legislation will not in any way change the result of your application filed last year 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: Nathan Hale Apartments: May 6, 8 a.m. to noon and June 17, 8 a.m. to noon
Lasher Court Apartments: July 29, 9 a.m. to noon Harvey Fuller Apartments: July 22, 9 a.m. to noon Executive Square: May 13, July 8 and Aug. 5, each date, 8 a.m. to noon Wethersfield Housing Authority: June 24, 8 a.m. to noon First Church Village: May 20, 8 a.m. to noon GFWC NEWINGTON/WETHERSFIELD WOMAN’S CLUB MEETING: The GFWC Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday, April 22, at 6:30 p.m. at the Newington Senior Center, 120 Cedar St. Guest speakers will be Karen Futoma, MSW, director, Human Services, town of Newington, and Meg Sautter, CERT Director for the town of Newington. We welcome any woman interested in making new friends and in community service. The club meets every fourth Tuesday of the month except June, July, and August. If you have any questions about our organization, call Dianne at (860) 665-1148. www.gfwccrossroad.org CEDAR MOUNTAIN COMMONS OFFERS FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING: Cedar Mountain Commons will offer a free blood pressure screening from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at the Wethersfield Senior Center (Pitkin Community Center), 30 Greenfield St., Wethersfield. WETHERSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL ANNUAL PLANT SALE: Wethersfield High School will hold its annual plant sale from 8 a.m.
to noon, Saturday, May 10 and Saturday, May 17. Come out to see what great work the students have been doing- and pick up some quality plants for Mother’s Day or your garden. All plants have been started and grown by the students. Parking is still at the tennis courts; due to the renovation you should enter via Wolcott Hill Road school entrance. WETHERSFIELD-ROCKY HILL ROTARY CLUB MEETINGS: The Wethersfield-Rocky Hill Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at Elaine’s Restaurant on the Berlin Turnpike at 6 p.m. We are proud of our member’s dedication and hard work, and especially the casual atmosphere during club meetings. Guests are welcome to attend. If interested in becoming a member, contact President Gina at (860) 306-1283 or at GinaHRotary26@aol.com. Consider your place of employment to sponsor your membership. https://www.facebook. com/RotaryClubOfWethersfieldRockyHillCt DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP: Going through, or thinking about divorce, or a relationship breakup? This is a great group of people who are going through exactly what you are going through right now! Group meets every Friday (Except Good Friday) at 7 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 355 Main St., Cromwell. SETBACK CLUB: The Wethersfield Setback Club meets every Friday and new players age 55 and over are always welcome. Partners are not required, but a spirit for fun is mandatory. Setback games are played every Friday from noon until 3 p.m. Players are asked to arrive around 11:30 a.m. For additional information, contact Joe Mehan at (860) 258-0662.
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